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ADVERTISING IN THE M.DOWELL TIMES, IT'S A PAYING INVESTMENT. VOLUME 12 REPUBLICAN ORGANIZATION Colored, Hold Important Meeting at Kimball Prominent White Men Present and Make Speech--Strong Resolutions Adopted Tuesday of this week, June 10th, pursuant to a call, the representative members of the McDowell Colored Republican Organization met in Kimball at 10 o'clock a.m. and at once proceeded to do business. Each of the early trains going east and west brought quite a crowd of men, all of whom seemed to have caught the real spirit of the meeting. They were all anxious that there be a unit in sentiment and action by the race on political matters. They were all anxious to dispell any and all causes for grievances that might have in the past existed and that for the sake of race protection and race recognition by political leaders, get together. To tell the truth it was the most harmonious meeting that has been held by the boys in many moons. The meeting was called to order by Deputy Sheriff J. E. Parson, who is president of the organization. Prayer by Rev. R. P. Johnson, pastor of Ebenezer Presleyterian church in Kimball. The President then in a short though dimely address stated the object of the meeting and made some very strong statements relative to the merits of the organization and declared that the meeting was not called at this time to endorse candidates but to transact the real business that usually comes before it. He then called to the chair Sq. Samuel Crider and Attorney Wm. B. Drewry was made temporary secretary. On motion by Mr. Thomas Quarles the temporary organization was made permanent. Sq. Crider made a strong address on accepting the chairmanship on the subject of "Standing together," and especially by the Republican party. Welcome address on behalf of the Brown Greek District Republican Club was delivered by Dr. Roscoe C. Harrison. This address was scholarly, fearless and practical. It was admitted by all who heard him to be a literary gem. He eloquently welcomed everybody in a way that no one had need to feel other than welcome. He recapitulated the past political conditions, praised the unity of the race and strongly recommended that the Negro reason, think and act soberly and intelligently in the exercise of their franchise. He paid a high tribute to the Constitution of the United States and declared that the Republican party was not only the Negro's friend but that through it alone had this country prospered. His speech was frequently punctured with loud and prolonged applause. Editor M. T. Whittice was called on to respond on behalf of the McDowell Colored Republican Organization and for 15 minutes he held the house absolutely silent. He too praised the harmonious sentiment and the determination on the part of the members to stand together. He praised the merit of the organization, complimented Dr. Harrison and accepted the assured hospitality of the people of Kimball with expressions that made the house go wild. The Chairman at this junction gave one hour for five minutes speech making by any one who felt like speaking. Those who spoke were the following distinguished colored and white gentlemen: Jas. Knox Smith, the "National Jail Robber," the celebrated orator entertainer; Hon. I. C. Hernad, Judge of the Eighth Judicial Circuit, who made an able speech. He was positive in his defense of the Republican party, paid a very high compliment to the colored Republican organization and gave his unprejudiced endorsement to the boys who recommended the getting together of all faction and the maintenance of harmony in the ranks of the boys. Judge G. L. Counts, Assistant Prosecuting Attorney, was introduced and he, in a very good natured way, spoke of the good the Colored Republican Organization had done. Lawyer A. G. Froe, of Welch, Treasurer of the above named organization and our colored member of the Board of Education for the Browns Creek district spoke and made it strong that harmony among the boys must be the motto of the boys. Hon. George Wolfe, one of the best business men in the state, general manager of two coal operations, one in McDowell county and the other in Raleigh, and our esteemed and highly respected Member of the Legislature from McDowell was called for by the body. He made an able speech filled with practicalities. He is a strong Republican ano is a man who never goes back on a friend. He is going to be the people's choice to succeed himself in the legislature. The McDowell Times. Hon, H. J. Qapeshart, Attorney-at-Law, spoke very freely of the need of unity and harmony—which a popular appeal provoked. W. M. H. Drewry, a recent graduate from the law department at Howard University eloquently gave his approval of the general sentiment expressed by all for harmony and unity. Minutes of the previous meeting were read on motion of Atty. T. L. Higgins of Kimball they were adopted with proper corrections. In so much, as the present National Administration, has clearly shown its inability to successfully administer the affairs of this government, and in so much, as they have openly spendised the platform, in varied and several instances, notably among which is the recent passage of the Tala Exemption Bill. And further, in view of the fact, that there has been, on their part, a manifest intention toward class legislation, be it therefore resolved that we express ourselves as being unalterably opposed to these official acts and that we condemn and deplore such methods, as those which serve to bring about the above results. And further be it received, that we express our sever disapproval of such, by a direct expression of our franchise at the polls, when the next subsequent opportunity presents itself. Reallining under what difficulties, the present State Administration has labored, we wish to highly commend the actions of the same, entering, as it did upon its deputy, with a defunct treasury, which has since been remedied, the amicable of the strike situation, the advantageous handling of the Virginia Debt question and the making it possible for the Commonwealth of West Virginia to be represented at the Panama Exposition, together with the beneficial results accruing from Workman's Compensation Acts, all deserve great credit. With reference to county matters, we beg to admonish our colored voters, to study well our county political condition at all times looking well to the best interest of home affairs, remembering that the tendency of the times demands a careful and intelligent study of candidates for office, and a just accountant of the black man's suffrage stewardship must be given. Men and measures and not blind sentimentality must be the slogan with the black man, as well as with the white. Unqualified endorsement of candidates for offices, for either district or county (Continued on Page 4.) COOPERS ENDORSEMENT REAFFIRMED That the strength of Hon. Edw. Cooper is ineuing, is apparent, by all the reports that are coming in. Advices from all over the district are to the effect that that he is gaining ground daily. McDowell county will give him her usual handsome majority, and on the account of the face, the recent depression in business has somewhat stirred the masses to the keen realization of the sense of their duty, she may onto herself by turning out her full quota of the vote, in which else she would give not less than 6500 or 7000 majority. No new candidates were endorsed at the meeting of the organization in Kimball Tuesday, but the astuteness of Messrs. Carter and Whittico was much in evidence, when they claimed the right of the ri-affirmation of the nomination of Mr. Cooper, on the ground that the present set of resolutions re-affirmed what was done at the September Meeting, and in view of the fact, that at that meeting, Mr. Cooper was endorsed, the re-affirmation gave Mr. Cooper the endorsement. The point is raised by the gentlemen was as nicely presented as it was justly applied. The re-affirmation and endorsement of Mr. Cooper was bad. It was a fine piece of parliamentary strategy and caused quite a ripple of merriment in the convention. However, the sentiment was, as a matter of fact, practically unanimous in favor of Mr. Cooper, as it has always been in this county, and in with the possible exception of two, as it is the district over. TEN GAMBLERS AR- RESTED AT COALWOOD Sunday, June 14th, when all good Christian gentlemen ought to have been recognizing the sacredness of the Holy Sabbath, ten men, most of whom were white, were caught gambling at the shaft on the Coalwood operation. They were scooped down upon by county officers and carried to Welch and lodged in jail. Sq. A. C. Hufford gave them to know that such wilful violation of law would be punished without mercy and as such he fined them. At the same time another man was caught with a gun, contrary to the Johnson pistol law. He will certainly get his share of the law with at least six months on the county road and a fine of not less than $50.00. We do up to date Job Work. KEYSTONE, WEST VIRGINIA, FRIDAY, JUNE 19, 1914 Charleston, W. Va., June 18—That justice of the peace have jurisdiction in enforcing the Johnson pistol toting law of 1809, against first offenders, was held by the supreme court of appeals today, in the case of Bradberry vs. Buffing, sheriff of Cabell county, in which the action of the lower court in refusing a writ of habeas corpus was affirmed. Under the law the first offense of carrying dangerous weapons is a misdemeanor with a minimum penalty of six months in jail and a fine of fifty dollars. The second offense is a felony. Bradberry was given the minimum by a justice of the peace and attempted to gain his liberty through a writ of habeas corpus, on the grounds that justices did not have jurisdiction. Three Beers in Terms of Food Concrete object lessons showing that "three beers" a day for a year costs the habitual drinker and his family a month's supply of groceries have been exhibited by opponents of the liquor traffic in Philadelphia. Heaped high in the window of the temporary headquarters there was a representative list of groceries that could be purchased for $45, the amount spent by the "three-beers-a-day" drinker. Posters and literature directed attention to the exhibit. In food equivalent, as pointed out by Miss A. M. Holden, president of the W. C. T. U. of Frankford, who was in charge of the display, three beers a day will buy: One barrel flour. Fifty pounds sugar. Twenty pounds cornstarch. Ten pounds macaroni Ten quarts beans. Four 12-pound hams. One barrel sweet potatoes. Three bushels Irish potatoes. Ten pounds coffee. Ten pounds raisins. Ten pounds rice. Twenty pounds cheese. One hundred bars soap. Three 12-pound turkeys. Five quarts cranberries. Ten bunches celery. Ten pounds prunes. Four dozen oranges. Ten pounds mixed nuts. Adopting as their slogan, The Liquor Traffic Must Go," the Women's Christian Temperance Union of Frankford, the Sons of Temperance, the Good Templars, and the missionary societies of the Protestant churches of Frankford have fixed upon this method as the most effective appeal to the drinking man. GRAND LECTURER MAKING TOUR OF STATE Grand Lecturer E. L. Morton, who is making his tour over the State in the interest of the Knights of Pythians, as Grand Lecturer, informs us that he is finding conditions very favorable for the The huge Palace of Horticulture is set in the South Garden of the Panama-Pacific International Exposition and will be one of the most striking features as the visitor enters the main exposition gates at Scott street. The dome will be covered with glass, and at night colored searchlights within the palace will cause the great globe to gleam with all the colors of the rainbow. The lighting effect will be visible from the harbor. Crowning the dome may be seen the "flower basket." This is 26 feet in height and weighs more than one hundred tons. This photograph shows the framework of the building as it appeared early in May. The exposition will open in San Francisco February 20, 1915. Copyright, 1914, by Panama-Pacific International Exposition Company. Pythians all over the State. He stated that membership was increasing very discernably. ACCIDENTS DECREASE He found further that the spirit of the orders all over the Southern tier counties was to more and more willingly conform to and abide by the laws of the society. He expressed himself as greatly pleased with the revival of interest in the liquidation of the last dollar of indebtedness on the Pythian Mutual Investment Building in Charleston. It says much and speaks good for the lecturer to know that he is so heartily received by all whom he has the honor to meet. both by the Colored Republican organization this week in the town of Kimbala. He further declared he found a feeling among members of the various churches against churches, through their leaders, taking too much of a part in politics. FIRE IN KEYSTONE Wednesday morning of this week fire broke out in one of A. L. Calhoun's buildings on the hill. It was occupied by a white family. It was some time before the hose could reach the place having to go such a round about way. They were ble to save some of their things but most of their household goods were destroyed by fire The building was totally destroyed. Whether it was insured or not we have not learned. There was water although water was scarce than it has been for months. Thomas Quarles, of Excelsior, the high political mogul of the Big Greek District, was in the city Monday and Tuesday. Hon. George Wolfe 1 M. The above is the likeness of Hon. George Wolfe, of Davy, McDowell county, West Virginia. In another place in this week's issue will be found the announcement of his candidacy for the House of delegates. Mr. Wolfe established an available record in the State Charleston, W. Va., June—The accident returns for the month of May, just made public by the State Department of Mines, show that in the four counties where the West Virginia smokeless coal is mined there was one less accident than in May 1913. On the other hand for the rest of the State there was an increase. The four counties in question were Fayette, Raleigh, Mercer and McDowell. It has been pointed out by the Mining Department that where special effort is being made on the part of the operators and miners to obey the mining laws and pay due regard to rules of safety the number of accidents is growing less each month. The total number of fatal accidents in West Virginia in May was 27. In May 1913 it was 24. With the four Smokeless counties showing a decrease of one from May of last year, the other counties show 14 last month as against 10 the same month of the previous year, an increase of over 33 1/3 per cent, in the death list. Recognizing the fact that there has been a let up in some sections of the State, Earl A. Henry, Chief of the Department of Mines, is sending a letter to the operators advising them of the accident report for the last month. In reviewing the death list Mr. Henry writes: "Most of these accidents are caused by careless practices at the working places, and the efforts of all should be directed M. Legislature at the last session and reflected credit upon his co mty as well as himself. He is a true friend of the masses, a far sighted business man, an exceptionally good mixer, a fine type of the highest expression of American manhood and a gentleman of the old school. to the elimination of this carelessness, which nearly always results in death." which nearly always results in death." A classification of the fatalities for May shows that 19 were due to fire or coal and slate, 5 to mine cars and motors, one was an electrocution, one was caused by an explosion of powder and one man was killed at the tipple. REPUBLICAN CLUB ORGANIZED AT GARY. Strong Stand Taken for Race Protection and Cooper Unanimously Endorsed---Officers The colored voters of Ream, W. Va. No. 6 works of the U. S. C. & C. Co. Connect June 5, 1914, and organized a clu- k known as the Colored Republican Clu- l of No. 6 and the following officers were elected: G. W. Wade, chairman; John Bogle, secretary; T. C. Smith, president; Robt. Montgomery, vice-president; Working Committee: Oscar Thompson, David Hairston, L. D. Rollins, Zacari- iah Anderson and Sandy Jones, after which Chairman Wade addressed the meeting. He specially dwell upon the needs of the race to stand together, and in an honest yet forceful way he ably called attention to the evil results that always accrued to the Negro race by friction among the leaders. A short talk was had from Mr. T. C. Smith and was received with interest. Our meeting was lively and full of enthusiasm. It was a unanimous vote by every member that Editor Hugh Ike Shott, candidate for congress from Bluefield, was too heavy a load to carry and to attempt to carry too heavy lasso at this political crucial moment when the race's interests are so greatly at stake. So to give satisfaction, ease and comfort to our people, we have unanimously endorsed Hon. Edward Cooper. Below is a resolution we offer as a testimonial of our approval and endorsement of him: Be it resolved that the Republican Club of Gary hereby endorses that stalwart young Republican of Mercer county, Hon. Edw. Cooper, and pledge to him our united support both in the primary and election. G. W. WADE, Chairman JOHN BOGLE, Secretary T. C. SMITH, President ROHT. MONTGOMERY, V-President. ELKHORN ODD FEL- LOWS WIN SUIT Some time ago a suit was instituted by Buck Lewis against Elkhorn Lodge No. 3791 G. U. A. of O. T., at Elkhorn for the recovery of a death claim. It appears that the only objection the lodge had against, paying the money was that they did not owe it because at the time of the death of the claimant he was unfinancial, and again the amount of money which had been paid for his burial by W. M. Yates, was paid without the authority of the lodge. The case was strongly fought out in the court with every claim on both sides being clearly and strenuously contested. Those who defended the lodge and won may be mentioned: Messrs. R. H. Perdue, Secy; Thos. Carry and A. H. Brown, while the witnesses against the lodge were Messrs Floyd Rose, Willie Miller, J. C. Mack and Mrs. Mattie Franklin. While each member was honest and sincere in their contention it, nevertheless, was proven and so decided by the court that the lodge was wrongfully being prosecuted. Virginia Debt Suit Now Up Before Special Master Littlefield at New York. Hatfield and Council Present Governor Henry D. Hatfield, accompanied counsel for West Virginia in the Virginia Debt suit to New York. The suit was taken up Wednesday again by Special Master Charles E. Littlefield in accordance with the decision of the Supreme Court of the United States last week. STOLEN QUESTIONS TRAVELED That some of the questions for the state uniform examination for teachers' license which were stolen and distributed in certain quarters, found their way down in Jackson county, was discovered there by County Superintendent Rardin, who, an hour before the genuine lists had been given out to the teachers, found a copied list of the grammar questions in a dek used by John Chafin, of Mingo county. With the questions was a list of complete answers. Young Chafin is a student at the Ripley normal. He was arrested and held under bond for later hearing. LARGEST CIRCULATION OF Archives and History Dept. OF WEST VI SECITON MEETING Of the Chestnut Knob Primitive Baptist Association LARGE GROWD PRESENT Successfal Meeting at Northfork. Many Able Speeches By Many Able Men The Primitive Baptist people had big time at Northfork Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Under the auspices of Rev. S. M. Muse, pastor of the only colored Primitive Baptist Church in McDowell county, section meeting was held. Many people attended each day's session and much spiritual interest was manifested. Men who had seldom been seen in church were present and one man was heard to say he had not been in church before in 31 years. This is a denomination that believes in predestination, election and sanctification. The principal speakers came from Henry and Patrick counties, Virginia. They were as follows: Elders W. L. Penn, of Stela, Patrick county, L. L. Turner and Mitehell, of Martineville, Henry county, Virginia. Elder Evans of McDowell county, a white man and candidate for membership to the House of Delegates was present and preached excellent sermon. He made it plain that irrespective of race, color or condition, he, like Abraham Lincoln, believed that the colored man had and was entitled to the same rights civily as the white man. He made a very fine speech. Elder W. L. Penn, who has been in the ministry longer than any other minister of the association and who is moderator of the Chestnut Knob Association, was present and preached several very able sermons. Elder G. B. Mitchell, of Martinsville, father of Rev. W. H. Mitchell, was also present and took an active part in all the meetings. He preached a sermon that was not only practical but theological. Elder E. K. Turner, of Martinsville, Henry county, Va., an educator as well as a preacher was present. He is a man of much usefulness to his race and what he says along lines of religion may be depended upon. Elder F. Peatross, of Eckman, a very strong, honest, clean and upright man in the ministry, made himself most remarkably felt Saturday afternoon because of that most able, forceful and practical sermon preached Saturday afternoon. There was a full house every day of the meeting and on Sunday the people could not get in the church. They were standing at the windows, sitting on logs, walking around over the hillsides and in great crowds they pressed to see and bear. The good people carried baskets full of something good to eat to the church and when dinner time came great loads of something good to eat were spread on white table cloths and everybody without price was offered something good to eat. Truly the people did enjoy these services. All of which goons to show the high esteem in which the people hold Elder Misc. He is doing a good work. The people are liking him. Everybody speaks well of him and the white people as well are his friends. Editor M. T. Whittico, of Keystone, made a fine address and at the conclusion a rising vote of thanks was offered. He kept the crowded house laughing during the whole time he spoke. The amount of money raised during the meeting was $30. Nine More Days and Booze and Boozeologists Will be a Thing of the Past in West Virginia ? ? According to the laws of West Virginia, July 1 will register West Virginia a dry state. The prohibition propaganda will go on its experimental mission of drying up by shutting up the whiskey shops and hopes to put in operation a test at quenching the thirst for intoxicants. The wholesale and retail dispensers of alcoholic drinks will go out of business. The habitual 'hangers' around saloons in West Virginia will find themselves out of a job. But whether this new prohibition proposition with all of its theoretical devices for reforms will result in less (Continued on Page Four) The McDowell Times. MEMBER NATIONAL NEGRO PRESS ASSOCIATION BE. RATHER THAN SEEM TO BE PUBLISHERS & PROPRIETORS. M. T. WHITTICO, Editor. T. EDWARD HILL, Business Mgr. Articles of more than ten lines will be charged 10 cents per line. Published every Friday in the interest of the Negro Race--His Civil and Political Rights. One year in advance ..... $1.50 Six months in advance ..... 75 Three months in advance ..... 45 One month in advance ..... 2 Single copy ..... 05 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. In another place in this issue will be found the announcement of Hon. George Wolfe to succeed himself as a member of the House of Delegates from McDowell county. Mr. Wolfe is, to say the least, popular among his constituency and deservedly so. He earned the right to a place in the heart of the electorate of the county by virtue of the fact that he finched no duty whatever in the last past session. He was at all times "on top of his jos." He ascertained the will of the people of his end of the county and adhered thereto with promptness and elacrity. He was fearless in his stand of what he thought was right. He weighed the needs of the people of McDowell county and then fought for measures to meet those needs. Mr. Wolfe is a man of strong personality and perhaps the most attractive trait about the make-up of the man is the entire absence of affectation. He is plain, unadorned, every day going citizen, who meets all of the people at all times in the same manner. He is the same in Charleston as he is in McDowell. He meets you as quickly and with as much cheerfulness and listens as attentively to you there as he does here. He is one man whose nature does not change when he crosses the bridge at Charleston. Mr. Wolfe was in our city this week and among other things said this: That he would certainly endeavor to carry out the wishes of the people as accurately in the future, if nominated and elected, as he had in the past. He was firm in the stand that he had never worn, nor would he ever wear any man's collar. He said he was there to do the will of the people and the will of the people he would do, whether it suited anybody else or not. He made this doubly strong by saying that even though he himself did not favor a measure, and the people did, he would do what the people wanted done and not what he himself would like to see done. This is the kind of a man McDowell wants to represent her in the House of Delegates and this is the man she will have, as sure as the Ides of July and November roll around and they are pretty sure to do that piece of rolling, political prophets may prophesy the end of the earth soon, to the contrary notwithstanding. In McDowell county the Progressive sentiment is so insignificant till but few people know anything about it at all. It is most dead and the only bit of life it has today is that which is kept alive by Democratic stimulants. Why not let everybody cry out aloud, "George Wolfe' for our next Delegate to the W. Va. Legislature?" He has made good and promises to make good in the future. He is a good Republican and a friend to the poor as well as to the rich. --- The "get together" sentiment predominated at the meeting of the Colored Republican organization Tuesday of this week and harmony prevailed. The colored voters are wide awake to the present political impending dangers that will certainly befall them in the event the next State Legislature should happen to go Democratic. Thus it behooves the black boys to safeguard their own interests by standing together and by voting for the men who are not afraid to say they are willing to give us an equal chance in the market of life, liberty and a fair as well as unmolested privilege to speak our sentiments, and at the same time should offenses, or violations or infractions of the law arise be equally protected in the courts. The political affairs in McDowell county are very warm. Up to the present everybody is waiting for everybody else to say who he is for, yet much manouvering behind closed doors is the game being played. June 30th will be your last day on which to sell and barter in the "Devil's Fire Water" June 30th will be the last day upon which you old whiskey sots and bums and Jonahs may lounge around saloons making fools of yourselves. You must find some other job beside loafing. While we regret that any one has been caught stealing their way in examinations of this state for certificates to teach school, we are pleased to note that so far, no colored person has been found guilty, and we truly hope no one is guilty. You old hypocrites, stop trying to live beyond your means. Buy whnt you can pay for. Stop trying to ape the rich. You are a disgrace to your race when you fail to pay your honest debts. Stop drinking "likker" you old sots. It does you no good, but weakens your mind and unifies you for public trust. You women, stop talking about your neighbors behind their back and smiling in their faces when in their presence. You old Judases! The devil will get you if you don't stop your meanness. ATTORNEY T. EDWARD HILL UNDERGOES OPERATION AT KIMBALL For several days Lawyer Hill business manager of The Times has been forced to his bed. And it was Thursday that he yielded to the advice of Dr. J. E. Brown his physician, to undergo an operation. He pas taken to Harrison's Private Hospital where he was successfully operated on by Drs. R. C. Harrison, chief surgeon, W. H. A. Barrett and J. E. Brown. The operation was decidedly a success, and attorney Hill is doing fine. Bramwell Briefs Mr. and Mrs. Heath, of Newtown (Coopers), rejoice over the birth of an 8 lb girl born to them Monday night. In the care of Dr. Brown they are doing nicely. Henry Vaden, of Coopers, was badly hurt Thursday by fall of slate in Big Vein Mine, Pocahontas, Va., was taken to his home in care of company physician. Children's Day Exercise at Biuestone Baptist Church last Sunday was quite a success. Rev. R. H. McKoy, who has been confined to his room for several days is improving. Mr. and Mrs. Thomp Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Thompson are very much bereaved in the death of their little daughter Lenora, who died Wednesday a.m. of this week at their home in Kimball. Send us your Job Work. STRAIGHTEN YOUR HAIR BEFORE AFTER "PRESTO" *PRESTO* removes黛琳, Tatto, and other Skin Documents of the SCALE, *PRESTO* makes the HAIR GROW, *PRESTO* makes the HAIR GROW, *PRESTO* makes the HAIR GROW, *PRESTO* is the Global Discovery Known to Market in this Line. 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ROE Announcement For Clerk of the Circuit and Criminal Courts. I hereby announce that I am a candidate for the nomination for clerk of the Circuit and Criminal Courts of McDowell County in the Republican primary to be held July 15th, 1914, and respectfully solicit the support of all votes participant or therem. If nominated for and elected to this position I will strive earnestly to fulfill the duties of the office to the best of my skill and ability. Respectfully, B. HAMPTON GRAY. FOR CIRCUIT CLERK To the Republican Voters of McDowell County: I hereby announce myself as a candidate for re-election to the office of Circuit Clerk, subject to the results of the county convention or primary election, whichever may be called. Having been honored and favored in the past with your patronage and support, which I greatly appreciate, I promise each and all that if nominated and elected again, the office shall be conducted in the same business like method and you will receive the same courteous treatment in the future as in the past. Thanking you for your support and what you may be able to assist me in the canvass. I am very truly, W. BUERDRGE PAYNE To the Voters of the Fifth Congressional District I hereby announce myself as a candidate for the nomination to Congress in the Fifth congressional district, subject to the Republican primary on July 18th. I will attempt to see as many of the voters of the district as possible before the primary, but in the event that I am unable to see you, I want to solicit your support. Primarily, I believe in the right of the people to name without committee domination their candidates for public office, to write their platforms, and I believe after a man is elected to office he should be the voice of the people, ask express that belief in his vote on public questions. EDWARD COOPER ANNOUNCEMENT I hereby announce my intention to permitting my name to be placed upon the Republican ballot, to be presented to the electorate of McBowell county, for their approval, in the form of their votes in the Republican Primary to be held on the 15th day of July 1914. I am permitting my name to be used at the earnest and urgent solicitation of my many friends, of whose loyalty and confidence, I am proud in the extreme, for I had about decided to not again enter the race, but under all the circumstances, and in justice to the wishes of the above, I am yielding in this matter I nominated and elected, I shall certainly maintain the same standard of safeguarding the interest of the voters of McDowell county as I attempted to do during my last term. It will be my purpose to be an expression of the will of the majority of the people, and when I shall have done this, I take it that I shall have served my people as they would have no serve them. NOTICE The underlined will apply to the Judge of the Circuit Court of Wollon on Saturday, June 28, 1914, for a license to carry a paddle, as provided by the Code of West Virginia. TEACHERS' EXAMINATIONS The second and third uniform examination for teachers' certificates will be held at Weich, W. Va., June 4-5 and July 20-31 respectively. Applicants will enroll in the afternoon of the day preceding the opening of the examination. Those coming from other counties must present permits signed by their county superintendent. These coming from other counties must present proper testimonials. Very truly yours, WILLIAM CASSIUS COOK, County Superintendent. Insurance Combination sick, injury, accident and death benefit protection at minimum cost. $2,000 death benefit; $1,000 for loss of limb or eyesight; from $5.00 to $15.00 weekly sick or accident benefit; $100 emergency relief benefit. Cost is $6.00 per year; no other dues nor assessments. In this insurance all men and women are placed once an equal basis, regardless of occupation. Each person makes the same form of application, pays the same amount of premium and receives the same amount of benefit. Men and women between the ages of 16 and 60 are accepted. No restriction as to occupancy; only railroad men employed on track, train or round-house cannot be accepted. Claims within sixty days anywhere in the U.S. canapa or Europe. Old reliable insurance company. $100,000 on State deposit for protection for policy-holders and to guarantee the payment of claims. For further free information address Gustave E. Werner, Secretary and General Manager, Box 813, Buffalo, N. Y., state age, sex, occupation and mention Dept. B, 93. NOTICE OF APPLICA TION FOR FRANCHISE To Whom It May Concern: This is to give notice that on the 30th day of April, 1914, the undersigned Eklahon Valley Traction Company, a corporation created and organized under the laws of West Virginia, filed with W. M. White, Recorder of the City of Keystone, McMeadow, District of W. Virginia, its application in writing to the Common Council of the said City of Keystone for a franchise to construct, maintain and operate a street railroad upon, along, across and beside certain streets, avenues, roadways, alleys and bridges within the corporate limits of the said City of Keystone. The said application fully sets forth the names of the streets, avenues, roadways, alleys and bridges be used for the said street railroad and further with the obligations and undertakings offered to be carried out by the undersigned corporation, the said application is now on file in the office of the Recorder. All citizens, corporations, firms and persons interested in the granting or refusal of the said franchise are hereby notified that at a regular meeting of the Common Council of the said City of Keystone to be held on the 1st day of June, 1914, at 8 o'clock p. m., in the Council Chamber of said City of Keystone the undersigned Council of said city to ask the Common Council of said city to accept it the said franchise in accordance with terms and provisions of said application or with such terms and provisions as the said Common Council may deem proper and expedient. If, for any reason, the said Common Council shall fail to hold a meeting on the date named the matter will be called up for consideration at the first regular meeting of the said Common Council held thereafter. ELKHORN VALLEY TRACTION COMPANY By C. C. Hale, Secretary. Official Call For the Election of the Republican Party to be Held in McDowell County, July 18, 1914 By virtue of a resolution adopted May 11, 1914, it is hereby ordered that the primary election be held in the county of McDowell, on Saturday the 18th day of July, A. D., 1914, of the members of said party for the purpose of nominating candidates for the following offices: Clerk of the Circuit Court, Clerk of the County Court, Superintendent of Free Schools, Member of the County Court. Member of the Legislature—two. One member of the County Committee for Elkhorn District. President of Education in each magisterial district. Member of the Board of Education in each district. Justices of the Peace in districts where vacancies have occurred. Constables in district where vacancies have appeared. Members of the Board of Education in districts where vacancies occurred. Said primary election shall be held at the several voting precincts of McDowell county as have been heretofore fixed by the county court for the general election held in 1912, and under the rules and regulations governing the Republican Primary Elections, as promulgated by the Republican State Executive Committee for the primary held on June 4, 1912; and in so far as it may apply in accordance with the terms of Chap 77 of the Session of the Legislature of West Virginia, Session 1891 and Chap. 2 of the code of West Virginia. Candidates wishing to enter the primary to be head on July 18, 1914, must make application on blanks to be furnished by the Secretary of the committee, on or be fore the 25th day of June, 1914, and such application must be accompanied by the receipt of L. J. Rhodes, Treasurer of the Primary Fund, showing the payment of the amount fixed as the entrance fee for the office served; which entrance fees are as follows: Candidates for clerk of the Circuit Court - - - - - $100.00 Candidates for clerk of County Court - - - - - $100.00 Candidates for Superintendent of Free Schools - - - - - $100.00 Candidates for House of Delegates - - - - - $15.00 Candidates for Member County Court - - - - - $50.00 Candidates for Justice of the Peace - - - - - $25.00 Candidates for Constable - - - - - $25.00 Candidates for County Com-mittee The polls shall be opened at the several precincts at seven o'clock of the morning of July 18, 1914, and close at 6:30 p. m. of the same day. By order of McDowell County Republican Committee. W. W. WHYTE, Chairman, Welch, W. Va. W. B. STEVENS, Secretary, Kimball, W. Va. Order of Publication WEST VIRGINIA: At Rules held in the Clerk's Office of the Clerk's Court of Mchowell County, on the first Monday in June, 1944. Northeast And it is fort. ordered that a copy of this cover he publish, once a week for four success- ives in so, at least, published in Mo- Dowell County, and that a copy of the same posted at the front door of the Court House of Mckewell County for twenty days before decree is rendered. A Copy, Teste: W. BURBRIDGE PAYNE, Clerk 6-12-54 H. E. Carrier, P. Q. CUT THIS OUT FOR FUTURE REFERENCE When you can no longer buy beer in West Virginia, buy it in Portsmouth, Ohio. You will get the best beer and the fastest service. 5 dozen bottles packed in barrel - $3.75 10 dozen bottles packed in barrel - $7.50 8 gallon kegs, draught beer - $3.00 16 gallon kegs, draught beer - $6.00 A rebate of 25 cents per dozen bottles, $1.00 per 8 gallon keg, and $2.00 per 16 gallon keg will be allowed from the above prices, when the empty packages are sent back. Ship empties charges collect, and be sure to send us the bill of lading so we can give you credit. Remit By Bank Draft, Express or Post Office Money Order. THE PORTSMOUTH BREWING & ICE COMPANY, PORTSMOUTH, OHIO Orders Filled the Same Day as Received. Express and Freight Rates Low. ONLY TWO HAVE FILED NOTICE OF CANDIDACY FOR CONGRESS Entries for Republican Congressional Primaries Now Closed With Only Cooper and Shott in the Race. NOW FOR FUN. WHAT WILL YOU DO AND WHO ARE YOU FOR? Brown Bros. HOTEL BILLIARD ROOM Cafe and BARBER SHOP H, BROWN, Manager Ninth St. 8th. 6th and 7th. Huntington, W Va THE MEDICAL USE L.T. BABBITTS PURE LYE OR POTASSE Babbitt's PURE LYE Kills Germs Kills Odors Use it today—the strongest Lye in the New Sifter Can A LITTLE Babbitt's Lye and a lot of water will keep your home and barn free of all germs and odors. Why not try it today?—and see for yourself how easily, cheaply and thoroughly it does the work. Write for booklet showing many uses. Valuable presents for the labels. Write for Catalogue Highest in Strength But Not in Price 10c You Use Less It Lasts Longer B. T. BABBITT P. O. Box 1778 NEW YORK CITY Wanted In M. P. house or with dance orchestra. Will locate or travel. Have full line of traps, bell and M. P. effects. Address---- C. GREAR, 503 N. Rand St., Charleston, W. Va. Hurrah! Hurrah! HUNTINGTON BUILDING CLEAR OF DEBT This handsome structure is now owned absolutely and entirely by the Stock holders of the Pythian Mutual Investment Association and is a fine illustration of what can be done by concentration of effort and united action: It is indeed a splendid achievement, and should give new life, new hope and new inspiration to every Stockholder, and every Member of the Order and the Rates. Let no one hesitate longer to subscribe for stock in this great corporation--The Pythian Mutual Investment Association--for in due time it is sure to pay handsome dividends on the money invested. TAKE STOCK RIGHT NOW $10.00 is the price per share, either paid up or on the installment plan. Ask the agent in your locality about it or write to this office. : THE PYTHIAN MUTUAL INVESTMENT ASSOCIATION L. O. WILSON, President, Weston PRICES NANSPORTATION CHARGES NOT INCLUDE barrel - $3.75 per - $3.00 bottles, $1.00 per 8 gallon keg, and $2.00 per kegs are sent back. Ship empties charge it. Bank Draft, Express or Post Office M BREWING & ICE COMPANY The Day as Received. Express au AVE FILED NOT OF CANDIDACY I Congressional Primaries per and Shott in the WHAT WILL YOU DO AND Hurrah! HUNTINGTON BUILDER This handsome structure and entirely by the St. Mutual Investment Ass tration of what can be be effort and unactioned. It is indeed a splendid give new life, new hope every Stockholder, and Order and the Races. Let no one hesitate in this great corporation Investment Association sure to pay handsomely invested. TAKE STOCK $10.00 is the price per the installment plan. A ity about it or write to THE PYTH INVESTMENT L. O. WILSON, Pre TRANSPORTATION CHARGES NOT INCLUDED ORDER OF PUBLICATION Barber Shod ....AND.... Pool RoOm ELECTRIC MASSAGE Come and Enjoy Yourself Gains' Amuse- ment Hall GIATTO, W. VA. OPEN AT ALL TIMES FOR SOCIAL OR PO LITICAL USE ON SHORT NOTICE. Apply to P. H. Gains, Prop. Wm. Crowell, Manager, Box 131 GIATTO, W. VA. LOTS FOR SALE I have for sale 3 lots in Graham, Virginia, that I am offering at $200 each. These lots are high and dry, fenced and in good shape for building purposes. Situated near the street car line, 2 corner lots and 1 middle lot. Street on each side. Near East Graham. Call on or write SAMUEL SOLINS Attorney-at-Law Welch, West Virginio Man is mere drift on the sea of time until he secures a home for himself and for those he is responsible. The securing of a home is an obligation from which no man is ever released. It is a duty that he not only owes himself and family but the community at large. COMPLETE ABSTRACT OF TITLE FURNISHED TO EACH PURCHASER LOTS SELLING FAST. COME AT ONCE AND TAKE YOUR CHOICE A Beautiful Home for a Mere Trifle The Institute Building and Land Company has made it possible for every colored man in West Virginia to own a home in the most beautiful spot of the Kanawha Valley for the smallest trifle. This company composed of the leading colored men of West Virginia has purchased Two Hundred Acres of Land just eight miles from Charleston, in order that every colored man in the state may purchase a home at a small price and on reasonable terms and in a section where the greatest opportunities for the cultivation of education and home life are offered. Only $10 Down and $5 a Month This great tract of land has been laid off in lots, with wide streets and avenues and sell from $100 and upward, with only $10 down and the balance payable in monthly payments of $5 each. THE AFRICAN DODGER A SHAMEFUL DISGRACE Colored Men Posing as Targets at Amusement Places Should be Condemned by All Self Respecting People. News Correspondent Ever on the Alert Points Out Damaging Features of Black Men Base Act and Advocates Drastic Measures to Prevent Further Disrepute to the Honor of Colored Men and Women. (By James L. Harris.) The season for the African dodger, the corner loafer, and others of their ilk, is here. Already are we compelled to bow our hats in shame and avoid visiting many pleasant resorts for fear we would meet with that most abominable of all creatures, the African dodger. Already must our respectable women avoid crossing the streets that are so densely infested with corner loafers. Have you made your first visit this summer to any of the nearby resorts? Have you seen the stumbling block that is placed in your path by your own people? Does not your very soul ache within you, when you behold a crowd of white men pelting wooden balls at a colored man, whose head is used as a target for the amusement of these folks? Sometimes you would hear the barker yell: "Hit the coon and get a cigar," meaning, of course, that his head and his brain combined, is not worth more than a cigar. We would go the barker one better and say, "Kill the fool and win a prize." The individual who will some day throw a lucky ball—no, fire the lucky shot that would kill or maim one of these jackasses, would be indeed doing a great favor to the colored race, and to society in general. Drastic measures ought to be taken without delay to stop these men who are openly and defiantly bringing into ill repute the honor of the race, for we are injured by their actions. These men and their associates, who seek this kind of employment, are in effect criminals against the race, and should be objects of contemptuous abhorrence by all decent and respectable men and women. Some time ago, while in conversation with one of the proprietors of these places, he was asked why did he not employ white men as dodgers. He answered that it would not pay, because the majority of the people would rather take a shot at a colored man. The answer needs no explanation. Is not the outlook dismal? Are we Home! Home Home! THE GROWNING GLORY OF EVERY MAN IS THE ACQUISITION OF A HOME Main Office: K. of P. Building Room 2, Phone 2414, Charleston, W. Va. progressing or are we stagnating? Wake up and realize the hard struggle that we are having. Lord your every support to The Amsterdam News and its noble staff of men. We cannot make for progress without your aid, and our fight is your fight. 'Twas the great Patrick Henry in the House of Burgess who said: "If we don't hang together we will hang separate." These are true words, and can be fittingly applied to our situation today, beset as we are on all sides by the enemy in the city, state and nation. We are poor in many things, 'tis true, but by all means, let's have pride, dignity and self-respect. The seas we have to sail are rough, and as yet uncharted, but none the less we must sail them if we, as a race, intend to command the respect and the recognition of our white brothers. Colored men and colored women. Nine More Days (Outlined from First Page.) 'drunks', fewer family broods and a larger bank account, more owners of real estate, better schools with longer terms and a higher salary to teachers, remains to be seen. Whether 'boot-legging' won't take on new hope and become more numerous is still a question of serious concern. Whether the sense of strict economy will be the beneficial result of the effort at the enforcement of the recently passed prohibition law is awaited with much concern. Whether with the 1st day of July booze and boozeologists will have paid their farewell respects to West Virginia in obedience to the drastic provisions of the prohibition law of this state remains yet to be seen and at present it is almost beyond the scope of a man's imagination to expect a strict adherence thereto. Will West Virginia be 'dry' on July 17? Will there be 'stimulating oasis' here, there and yonder? What will West Virginia look like after June 30, with no places for booze? We must begin to enlarge our jails. Because thousands and thousands of people are going to be fools enough to keep on selling and drinking it however bitter the laws are. Fare ye well, Mr. Booze, fare ye well. Mr. D. F. Fulp, of Winding Gulf, has been visiting his son and friends in this city for several days. He is a very progressive business man. He is rapidly improving from an injury sustained in April. We were glad to have him with us. G. E. FERGUSON, President Building Room 2, Phone 2414 Big Time to be Had in Huntington All Business Concerns to Take Part; Real Opening of Belle view Park. With a view to stimulating business among the colored people of Huntington and to awaken an interest among those of other towns in this part of the state in the effort of certain individuals at present engaged in establishing and developing enterprises in that city it is planned to give an outing at the Belleview Park on July 7th at which there will be addresses made on important and interesting subjects by a number of prominent men of the race from this and adjacent counties. This is a splendid idea and ought to find favor with the masses in whose interest the undertaking is projected. Huntington is rapidly building up and the population is growing by leaps and bounds. True, the number of colored people there in ratio to the white is not as large as in some other cities, but in proportion to the colored population of other places all over the state, however, there is a larger number of property owners. A few years ago a park was established in the south-eastern section of the city laid out on six acres of land which for location and picturesqueness can hardly be surpassed in the city. Then there is a corporation having for its object the purchase of real estate and erection of homes for its shareholders and others seeing its aid, and there is prospect in the near future of its launching out into the banking business. Included in other lines of business are a hospital, drug store, grocery stores, and barber shops, and taxicab and transfer service. The plan on foot is to get all of the business men into line and give a public demonstration thus putting themselves prominently forward before the public at home as well as the district at large. And what is needed to make the plan a success is co-operation. A community of individuals without co-operation is as a house of bricks without mortar, or a finely equipped army disordered and leader less. Co-operation is to a community of strong and able people what creation is to a universe of nebulae. A feature of the program will be a performance by Prof. Eph Williams' Tronbadors and a concert by his famous band The Colored Orphan Home Band of Huntington will also take part in the exercises. When you read, read THE TIMES This beautiful site adjoins the West Virginia Colored Institute, one of the leading institutions in this country for the education of colored youths. Hundreds of boys and girls have left this institution and are doing a great work for their race and country. No other section in the state offers such advantages, being accessible to Charleston and the coal mines of the Kanawha Valley, street cars on either side with the Kanawha and Michigan Pailway in the center. One attractive feature of our contract is that we agree to make a good and sufficient deed to the widow or orphans, or payments of the purchaser be returned should he die before paying for his lot. C. W. SMITH, Sec. and Treas. . Va. Branch vaulted By Counsel bound by J. K. Smith P. Q. holland. At ty-at-Law Phone 61 KEYSTONE, W. VA Practice in all the Courts GRADATIM Heaven is not reached at a single bound, but we build the ladder by which we rise From the lowly earth to the vaulted skies, As we mount to its summit round by round. Lifting the soul from the common clod To a purer air and a broader view. We rise by the things that are under feet; By what we have mastered of good and gain By the pride deposed and the passion slain. And the vanquished ills that we hourly meet. We hope, we aspire, we resolve, we trust, When the morning calls us to life and light, But our hearts grow weary, and, ere the night. Our lives are trailing the sordid dust. We hope, we resolve, we aspire, we pray. And we think that we mount the air on wings. Beyond the recall of sensual things. While our feet still cling to the heavy clay. Wings for angels, but feet for men! We may borrow the wings to find the way We may hope, and resolve, and aspire, and pray; But our feet must rise, or we fall again. Only in dreams is a ladder thrown From the weary earth to the sapphire walls; But the dreams depart, and the vision falls. And the sleeper wakes on his pillar of stone. Heaven is not reached at a single bound, But we build the ladder by which we rise From the lowly earth to the vaulted skies And we mount to its submit round by round. —Josiah Gilbert Holland. Ginger Put in Sermon. Last Sunday in the Presbyterian church in Keystone Rev. R. P. Johnson certainly did put some ginger, and pepper too, in the sermon preached at H. o'clock a.m. He made no apology for sin and sinning irrespective of whom it was that was guilty. He made it positively known that he was not only against the principle of gambling but that he was equally against the gamblers. He expressed himself opposed to dancing, playing cards and selling whiskey. He made it very warm for the fellow who violates the law. West Virginia Colored Institute Deed to Widow or Orphans Branch Office: Institute. W. Va. Keystone's New Post Office to Open July 1st. The new post office for Keystone which is about completed will open July 1st and will be the finest post office in the county of McDowell. It is cozy and the most conveniently arranged office in the southern section of the state. The C. S. flag will be hosted July 16th. Independence Day. Hon H.P. Graham. Post Master, deservingly comes in for constant praise and compliments for the impartial work with which he has handled the affairs of the office and for the general courtese treatment accorded and faithful service rendered the patrons of the office. The ladies in the office too have been very kind to everybody and it seems to be their pleasure to accommodate any and all who may want service, however often calls may come. Notice to Take Depositions. To Laura Roan. Take notice that on the 25th day of June, 1911, at the office of Jas. Knox Smith, in the town of Burke, County of McDowell and state of W. Va., between the hours of s o'clock a. m. and 6 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 chancery pending in the Circuit Court of McDowell county, state of W. Va., in which I see plaintif 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; HJ CAPEHART Take notice that on the 27th day of June 1914, at the Law Office of J. K. Smith, in the town of Burke, McDowell Co., West Virginia, between the hours of 8 o'clock, a. m. and 8 o'clock, p. m., of that day I shall proceed to take the depositions of myself and others, to be read in evidence in my behalf in a certain suit in equity pennning in the Circuit Court of McDowell County and state of West Virginia, in which I am plantiful and you are defendant, and if from any cause the taking of said depositions be not commenced on that date, or, if commenced, if they be not compelled 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. W. J. Roberts By Counsel-J. K. Smith. Notice to Take Depositions. Take notice that on June 27, 1914, at the Law Offices of J. K. Smith, in the town of Burke, Me Dowe I I 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 depositions be not commenced, or, if commenced, be not commended, on that day, the taking thereof will be admitted from time to time, at the same place and between the same hours until the same shall be completed. UNDERTAKING AND EMBALMING Service by Sinkford & Warren at Northfork PHONE SERVICE: Call C. H. Rice, 363 Nortnork Box 101 Box 445 LESTER, W. VA. BECKLEY, W. VA PRACTICES IN ALL THE COURTS 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. H. HEMP HILL First Class Tailor Wilcoe, W. Va. Box 72 ALL ORDERS GUARANTEED A. L. Spencer Quick Lunches and meales served while the train waits Ice Cream, Confectioneries Pop, Tobacco etc. Mora, W. Va. Do You Know Him? If any one knows Peter Turner or his whereabouts please notify his sister. SARAH JOHNSON, 5-8-4t Paintville, W. Va. Try us For Job Work. National Capitol Events of Interest From the Seat of Gov- ernment I nn ce em rene ene ‘The older polibeins purport to see sometning of a sumilarity im the cond- tions surrounding Presislent Wilson with those whieh brought so much trouble te Grover Cleveland, and Senator Varda- man of Mississippi in his apecch npon the canal question, suggested that the Prew- ident hae heard too much flattery ant too little advice. This ix acondition tre to every President. ‘The majority of pub- Nie mea who visit the White Hons are seeking favors, and alopt the addres of courtiers. When Mr, Cleveland was pre~ ident, he came to Washington as a stran ger to the national leaders of his party. Therefore he endeavors! to “make haste slowly” in the matter of appointinents, just as President Wilson has done; with the result that a good many of the pat Fonage-hunting Conzresmien held fast t executive favor. Cleveland and Wilson are alike in one respect, in that neithe is regarded as very amiable when under criticism. Mr. Wilson has exercised the same sort of intluence over Democratic Jeaders of this day ax Mr. Cleveland div over those of his tine, and it may be that the beginning of open criticiwm ha been marke! by the attitude of Speaker Champ Clark and Leader Oscar Under wood, who have been the first to induly in anything like plain talk to their chief MR. BRYAN’S AMBITIONS Secretary Firyan recently revealed hi early ambitions, and disclowet during at address, proof that he has gone far atiek from what he anticipated would be his life work. Mr. Bryan says: “I com menced with a desire to be a Baptis preacher. Before I was six years old | wanted to be a farmer and ram pap kine. My father was a jndge, and Ire anecnber the old courthouse where I use: to listen to cases. This ambition guide: me through my boyhood and colle days.” Following along the events o his earlier life, Mr, Bryan says that ls “got into politics by accident and stayes there by design.” He says that when h ‘was first nominate! for Congres tha there was no thought that he would bs elected. His comment wax to the effec that “circumstances rule our lives.’” Mr Bryan says he has gotten along wo far is his languages that he is able to dream is ‘Spanish. Incidentally the Secretary ha Practically completed arrangements fo ‘an active season on the Ohautanqn: platform. HOPE FOR CONSERVATION BILL ‘There is a hopeful prowpect that th five conservation bills, including the ra dium measure and the Alaskan coal lane measure, will be pases! at this sewion 0 Congress. Secretary of the Interior Lane and Representative Henry, chairman the House Ralex Committee, have beet in consultation with President Wilson and have urged that the conservationtios measures be adel to the House prograin The people of public lands states havins patiently waited for the government t ‘act favorably upon their measures, and i may be that the next Democratic eancm Will decide to put these measures up. t Congrem. HOW THE WORLD “bo MoE” It is not many years since the last in ternational yacht race was heli, but a that time it was not necemary for thy Department of Commerce of the Unite States to make the regulations that hav been imued for 4 coming races. Thes pertain to the transmimion of wircles balletins from the courme daring th progress of the race, as well as the takin: of moving pictures. Bot one wirels pres boat and one moving picture bos are to be allowed in the conn. MR. TAFT ON SOCIALISM. Ex-Presideot Taft in hie Indian epeech, has something of m new angle t the argument that all socialian must fal “because it finds 00 sutmtitute for ty motive emential to aroose and make con ‘stant human eflort that is farniehed by the institution of private property, an the shaping of reward by competition ‘and nataral economic adjuatinent."” REPUB- LICAN (Continned From Page 1.) positions is not recommended to you body for consideration by this committee ‘Tribates of gratitude, however, are heart fly extended to State Legislators Georg: Wolfe and Chas. E. Harmon for thei Patriotic stand on all public questions Alecting our civic and political rights. In the county of McDowell, a cvlores! elerto- rate of 6000 voters, united, constitute not & mere balance of power, bot a vertible working majority, hence the necemity of anion of forces the wacrificing of perwinal mmbitions and a concertednem of acbon, ‘whieh will bring about the desir a rest im this connection, © obvicr« Resolved that 2 copy of thee resolo- ‘thous be given to the prem for put icatwa. at Dr. RC. Harrison, Ohr’n. R. W. White, Sevretary, ; Thomas (Juarie., | Tack ©. Taylor, pe aren, a ee Parson was vom- ins two mine yp ees utes speech to be chairman of the cam- pain committer and there being no of- position the secretary was empowered to cast a unanimovs vote for his election. A motion prevailed that each magie- terial district bo! ] a meeting and select 5 other members from each distnet to com- pose the campaign committee and the names be sent to the secretary. The niceting was largely attended and much enthasiasin charactizel the whole meet- ing On motion by Atty. I. E. Carter, and carrief by the body, The McDowell Times was chowen to publish at itr con- venience the by-laws of the onganization in some imme and send to the meribers thereof a bill of whieh to besent to the President of the organization for the CIRCUIT COURT: (Righth’J dicial Circuit) Counties of Me ‘Dowell, Mercer and Monroe. Hon. Isaiah 0. Herndon, Judge Welch: W. Baurbridge Payn Clerk. Terms of Court Second'jTues day in February June and Sep tember. CRIMINAL COURT: Hon. Jas. French Strother, Judge: W. B. Payne, Clerk. ‘Terms of Court Second Mon: day in January, April, July and October. COUNTY COURT: James F Jones President, Switchback. B. F. Tipton, Northfork. Dr. R. K. Bragonier, Key stone. Lommissioner: W. W. Whyte, clerk, Welch Terms of Court. First Mon day in January, April, Augus and October. License Term, first Monday ir June. 3 COUNTY OFFICERS : Sheriff, J F Johnson, Welch. Prosecuting Attorney f* ( Cook Assistant Pros. Attorney, G I Counts Clerk Circ- ia... 7.82 Barbridge Payne Clerk,County Court, W. W Whyte County Surveyor, w © Morgar Vivian Supt. Free Schools, W Cassiu: Cook, Weich Assessor, C E Rusmisell County Road Engineer, w McClaren County Health Oficer and cor oner, Dr. H. G. Camper Commissioner School Lands C E Rusmisell, McDowell Members House of Delegates Geo. Wolfe and C. E. Harman. _ State Senators, Sixth Senate rial district (counties of McDow ell, Mingo, wayne and wyoming Jas A. Strother Welch; M 7 White, Williamson. Matoaka, W. Va At the Service of the People. NS. & W. Trale dee ot Menta I1:150.m Vierintsa Toate donselasmons Hessoes ie hte wes Be tr tate meee FIIGAE Case A Ties to ous babes sll trainw sd Nev enppis onal oa oes If yon stopover for the night we ent lomsleenteets sees ena cca antes ad pose tebe lt Nato jet samme A. A. GRAVES, Propr Order of Publication, WEST VIRGINIA At Rates helt in the Clerk's office of the Cirenlt Conrt of MeCowell Connty on the first Monday in Jane, 1914. Alice Smith, ; Mami, ve (In Chancery Robert Senith Defendant. { ‘The object of thie eait ie to obtain from the defendant by the plaintd! « divorce Ant A eee Se ‘appearing (mn an aidan it no on file the Sages in Ohaus, that the delendant ix @ non-resident of the state of Went Virgina; it is therefore or dered that the aad defemiant de " at the Clerk's office of the Circuit Sear of MeDowell county within one month from the date of the first publication 0 thie order, and do what is necemary to protect bie interest herein. And it is farther ordered that a of this order te published. once week for fone hn a in sume new- mot dias 0 copy of Giscume te peated the front deor on court house of = ae cvanty twenty days before A copy. Toate: B. GRAY, Depaty lor W. Barbshdgs Payee, Clerk: 8. E. Carter, P,Q. net neni Send as your Job Work. ‘has some to the ex of be : > ying ma- chinery to repair hoes end boots fer. the public in general. We are lorated af Northiork, W. Va., amd invite you all to cme ‘and see ta; give usm trial; there is no better or nicer repairing work dove anywhere than we do. We don’t say 60 just to have you come, for if you come ‘and find it different t0. what we aay. goa will not come beck. We put out theai- ‘cest work by hand and the nicest work: [ty machinery a= can be done” anywhere itt the eval fick "Seed soles, hemlock leathe, ie | Nail eles ae Seed soles, oak tan “# $1.0 Sewed glee, blae « "a | Nail soles, aa on Se Tt will last as long as white oak. We ‘make heels level for men. for 30e, for wo- men, 2 and 25e. The best rubber heels tie ina ie per pair. "Give we arial and we will not fail to give you eatislaction. Wash Huffmon, Mgr. Northfork, West Virginia. White Oak SH06 SHOD ELECTRICAL SHOE REPAIR- ING WHILE YOU WAT. a Heel Paton, Seae Sun ners, Shoe Latne, Bak L, E JOHNSON, Mgr. JH Staples THE LEADING TONSORIAL ARTIST Well gnown, well liked and pat ronized by all the boys going coming, or staying. The place to receive the bestof service Everything Antiseptic; polite at vention given to all customers. You find al! modern up to dak service with all kinds of electri valtreatment of the face and head at ? Staples’ Place I9|Norfolk Ave. ROANOKE, VIRGINIA . \ H M (ON Mlarnry-al- Lou Wilcoe, West Virginia Welch, est Virginia Be ween see ae | Are You a raat Tae Cardui | sae iescaiil | GRAIN PRIVILEGES Money in Wheat Pots and eatle are the safest and enrewt methedt of travding in wheat, corn or omte, Fecanme your los is abmolotely limited t the amount bonght. No farther risk. Positively the most profitable way of trading. ‘Open an account. You ean bay 1 ‘or 10 enlle on 10,0 bumhele grain ik cfea tees ae a many moce as you wish. An advance or decline of Leent gives you the chance t take $109 profit. A movement of 5 cents $100 profit. ‘Write for fall partienlars, R. W. Neumana New First National Bank Building “= _LOOLUMBUS, OHIO. Advertimement. (213-0 FON XK WOOOGOOCCS. Fine Wines, Whiskies Beer Cigars and Tobacco DOMESTIC AND IMPORTED sCALL ON: : P.Cc. PETERS CRUMPLER, W. VIRGINIA iis sce ® XOOIOOKNLE MOOK IO "40 EXPERIENCED INSURANCE MEN Good Salary or Commission for Right Parties MORE THAN $18,157,022 CLAIMS PAID BY THE AMERICAN WORKMEN FRATER- NAAL INSURANCE COMPANY Pays Sick, Accident and Death, and Old Age Endowment Benefits... For further particulars see or write D. E. V. JORDAN General Agent for West Virginia and Kentucky ewes. * Chareston, W.Va. W. & Colson Modern Eqaiz neat. All Ciass2s of Deatal Work doe Satisfactory. Prices Reasoarble. Office up stairs ove Miss Robinson’s Dressmaking Establisment. LAWYER AND NATIONAL JAIL ROBBER Practicing in all Criminal Courts in the Unitea states “When myfees are secured” KEYSTONE, W.VA THE Harrison private Hospital Cases Surgical and Medical Treated at Reasonable Rates. EFFICIENT STAFF Phone Excelsior Drug Company Kimball West Va of any kind, phone or write Roanoke Employment Agency No. 11 Norfolk Avenue, upstairs (3rd Door from St. James Hotel) : ROANOKE, ,VA. BL. CUONNINGGIAM, Manage NOTICE! On Toewlay of each week, beginning next Toewlay, I will bein Kimball for the convenience of my patients there and Wo werve the people of the vieininy with as little expence to them as pomible. W. L. COLSON, Sargeon Dentist <lep pea UC REARS J. E. Hereford Physician and Surgeon Specialist on ot Women _ ANAWALT, W.VA. | | . 4 oO re ae eae 4 = Pe 100 LOTS FOR SALE” At Lester, W.Va ~ Excsliens sites tor Homes lor Colored People Only HAS BEST{WATER IN THE STATE PURE MOUNTAIN AIR. PRICES EX- CEEDINGLY REASONABLE. TERMS TOSUIT YOUR Po JKEPBOOK, PLEN- TY OF WORK AT GOOD SPAY NEAR. CHURCH Rae ae - A. Rogers LESTER, W. VA. Miners BZ | and Coke Men : Can always find Steady work at Crystal Coal & Coke Co. On Crane Creek a Is Now Opened By > AAI & J. Pattsrso Hyman aid Epli1z Bldg Sy Stewart Street BLUEFIELD, W. Va. SS oes Guleie tua qzisk loach eoaater ia froat of the SD same building. = Polite accomodations to all. Come and spend your eve- nings in innocent pleasure. dO W H. COBB'S: Drag Store, 442 Raleigh Street £DWARD’S BUILDING : BLUEFIELD, W. VA. Srl Rs Maar, ny enc ot Tala the railroad station. Soda at the fount. Ww Ww vw Sein Cte ae UNDERTAKERS Special Attention to Orders From the Coal Fields eros 459 RALEIGH STREET Bluefield, - est Virginia ——_The Pacili Mutual Lite Insuranse Gom $30,000,000 ASSETS ORGANIZED 1868 $36,009,000 PAID IN CLAIM CPERATES IN EVERY STATE IN THE UNION EMPLOYES MJ: [d\N 3,99) AGENTS PAYS A CLAIM EVERY EIGHT MINUTES THE OLDEST, LARGEST AND STROVGEST LIF, ACCIDENT AND HEALTH INSURANCE COMPANY IN THE WORLD W H HARRIS, Special Agent Keystone, West_Virginia Seed alae es THATS WHERE I TRADE! ————AT THE ——_ : Bridgeford Pharmacy store“ ?™S Prescription Specialists Bs wane Dru” W. VERNAL BRIDGEFORD, Ph.G. Prop. ‘ Registered Pharmacist Application for Pistol License ccKotion is hercy ven that the under signed, whose residence. ia In inthe county of MeDowell and in te state of West Virginia, and whose oceu- pation is Special Officer ‘of "nai city of Keystone, W Va., will on the firm day of the Jane, 1914, term of the cirewit court of said county apply to the Judge thereof for a license to carry ‘on o “about bis person pistol or other wolver ji accordance with the statntes of eal state in such cases made and provided. B. B. HARMAN. This the Ist day of June, 1914. Mr .& Mrs, Jas. Johnson — Have Opened A — FIRST CLASS RESTAURANT Meals 25e. Lodging 25e. Quick Lanches, Hot or Cold on Short Notice. Nice Orders at Any Time, laeger, - - West Virginia