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"Business Politics" ADVENTURE IN THE MIDWELL WORSE, IT'S A PAYING INVESTMENT. Sentiment Being Eliminated in South As time passes the halo of sentiment that once encircled American politics so distinctly, grows less and less apparent. The Southern section still mourns for the good old days "before the war" and clings to the Democratic party because that section has not quite forgotten that it was the Republican party that destroyed the creature of the Southern slaveholders—the Confederate States of America, and made the Union, "one and inseparable." The South has spent most of the years that have elapsed since the final act at Appomattox trying to device means to nullify the results of the war. Great reform movements do not travel backward, and while the South has succeeded in eliminating persons of African descent from appreciable participation in the politics of that section, such success has driven thousands of the persons thus proscribed politically, to other sections where their votes count, and count, too, almost invariably for the Republican party, while those who esteemed the privilege of the ballot less highly have stayed in "Dixie" and gathered unto themselves so much of this world's goods, are enjoying themselves so thoroughly and are improving themselves so steadily in those cultural graces which distinguish the enlightened from the merely civilized man, that the South, yes, even the South is weary of a struggle against the tide and is now on the eve of a reversal of policy, and not more than ten years will pass before there will be existent in the South the same business alignment in politics that now prevails in other sections of country. The passing of the Wilcoon regime will signalize the death of the last vestige of sentimental politics "north of the Potomac." During the few more years that the Democratic party may count on a solid South, its entwilbe allies across the line will be steadily deserting. We do not mean that the Democratic party is going to be destroyed, but we mean that the reason that has heretofore served as its foundation will serve no longer. Two great parties will continue to exist, but the differences between them will be business differences and not sentimental once. Sentiment thrives in a new country and has had its dap upon the American continents. The struggle that has been going on in Mexico for several years is only one outcropping of the upheaval that precedes a rapidly approaching grand readjustment on those shores which "are not subject to colonization by any European power." Neither in Great Britain nor in any of the constitutional monarchies of the continent of Europe (in each of which there are at least two political parties) do matters of sentiment or tradition form the dividing line—that stage of political development was passed several centuries ago. The settling of our country to a solid basis of business politics is one of the best assurances possible that our political institutions are to endure so far into that future which lies before us, that we are persuaded to believe that they will be with us and those who are to come after us, always. The millennium may yet be not near; Utopia may yet be far off; the absolute death of sentimental politics may be impossible; but there is of a certainty a promise of the demise of the diseased sentiment that thrives in the soil of traditional wrongdoing. VALUE OF PUBLI-CITY TO MINING (From the Mining and Engineering World, Chicago.) All business depends upon publicity for its greatest success. This applies to everything from running a peanut stand to marketing a mine, and operating it, too, for that matter. Publicity may mean advertising in the newspapers or otherwise; the means differs with different kinds of business, but the one object is sought—to get the attention of the interested public. No doubt one of the reasons that mining has not been prospering as well as it might in the last few years is that insufficient publicity has been granted to the industry. This does not apply to the large well established mining operations so much as to the smaller. The mines that have become successful producers and divided payers do not need publicity to the extent that the smaller undeveloped properties do, yet publicity for the big fellows helps their smaller neighbors. The success of a district is bound up with the success of all the mines in it, large or small. The success of the mines strongly affects the prob- The McDowell Times. perity of all other business activities of the district. It behooves all, then, to boost the basic industry—mining. The business men of all classes in mining communities can best benefit their own business by organizing and boosting mining. This truth has been recognized in some mining sections and commercial clubs have sprung up which are giving considerable attention to promoting the mining activity of the districts around them by giving publicity to the mines and encouraging the investment of money in mines and prospects. There is need for greater extension of this kind of publicity aided by local and other papers. Help the struggling mines and prospects. They are the ones that need your help—your enthusiastic moral support. Colored Men Who Have Served as Senators and Congress- Colored Men Who Have Served as Senators and Congress- men. In answer to F. M. C.'s question as to the names of men of the Negro race who held seats in the Senate and the Congress of the United States the Philadelphia Press says: The first colored senator of the United States was Hiram R. Revels, who was born in Fayetteville, N. C., Sept. I, 1822. In January, 1870, he was chosen United States senator from Mississippi. The second colored senator was Blanche K. Bruce. The following colored men have been congressmen: Richard H. Cain, H. P. Cheatham, Robert C. Dearge, Robert B. Elliott, Jeremiah Haralson, John Hyman, John R. Lynch, Thomas H. Miller, George W. Murray, Charlie E. Nash, James E. O'Hara, Joseph H. Rainey, A. J. Ranier-r, James T. Rapier, Robert Smalls, Benjamin S. Turner, Josiah T. Wall and George H. White. The first colored men to be elected members of a state legislature were Edward G. Walker and Charles L. Mitchell chosen to the Massachusetts House of Representatives in 1866. Ebnezer Don Carles Bassett, of Philadelphia, was the first colored man to be given an appointment by the United States government. In 1869 he was made minister resident and consul-general to Haiti. There are a number of colored persons at present in the diplomatic and conusular service of the United States — Fountain's Dijet. ADKIN DISTRICT TEACH- ERS HOLD INTER- ESTING INSTITUTE ADKIN DISTRICT TEACH- ERS HOLD INTER- ESTING INSTITUTE The monthly district institute for Adkin District teachers was held at Anawalt last Saturday, March 13th. Every teacher of the district was present. Quite a number of parents and some few visitors were present, all of whom seemed to enjoy the program very much. Attorney S. B. Moon, chairman of the Teachers Institute, was on hand and conducted the meeting in a most creditable manner. Each teacher from the very beginning showed life and interest in every subject, and whether or not they were on the program made no difference with them but they all went into the subjects with zeal and life. The District Supt. was unavoidably detained and his presence was greatly missed. The following is the program, all of which was carried out to the letter and with great help to each other. Miss Vivie Cobbs was quenely in her reception and entertainment of the teachers. PROGRAM. the needs of the community more fully." S. B. Moon. Stories and Story Telling ... Mrs. Becker Discussion by all present. Reading in the first four grades ..... Mrs. Hylton. Reading in the upper grades ..... Mrs. Cardwell. How teach geography ... Miss Lee. Round table discussions—The Library. How I manage to keep my school room tidy and inviting ... Miss Jackson. Hygiene and sanitation ... Dr. Hereford. Domestic science in a one-room school ... Mrs. Brown and Mrs. Warren. The course of study ... Misses Allen and Cobbs. Address ... By Dr. Hilton. READING CIRCLE The teachers will prepare an outline on the first half of the book, "Literature in The Country Schools." Let us have the best exhibit that we have ever had. Each teacher is requested to bring at least six patrons with her, more if possible. Come prepared to make this meeting worth while. KEYSTONE, WEST VIRGINIA, FRIDAY, MAR. 19, 1915 For Browns Creek Distict at Davy Great Success MISS BRIMAGE WELL LIKED The Browns Creek District Teachers' Institute met in its regular monthly meeting, Saturday, March 13, with the Davy Public School, Miss Laura Brimage, teacher. While there were several absentees noted in the list of teachers, the attendance was good and the session very interesting and instructive. After devotionals, Mrs. R. P. Johnson presented the subject of the "Latest School Legislation" in one of the best discussions of the year. She discussed fully their advantages to the teachers and showed how they would effect the children of the state for good. Misses Maynard, Whimbe, Lockett and Mrs. Helen T. Johnson told of their difficulties in teaching the Jones Readers Mrs. Patty Marvball-Finney read a paper on the proper way of spending a vacation and if her advice is followed the teachers will be better prepared in the future to serve the boys and girls of their respective communities. The Relation of Teacher to Teacher was, in the absence of Mrs. Carter, discussed by Mrs. W. D. Johnson, Supt. Barbe and President Robinson. Editor M. T. Whittico being present was invited to address the teachers, and he gave a talk that was tull of good and wholesome instruction to all present. He particularly appealed to teachers to practice the spirit of mutual help and friendship toward each other and to teach economy before the children. He specially praised the neat way with which the school building had been kept by Miss Brimage. Prof. H. K. Barbe called the teachers' attention to the shortage of "teachers' fund," which he said would amount to about $1200. His timely address on the laws recently passed by the legislature which had to do with schools and school management. He also gave a most excellent report of his visit to the convention of Superintendents which met in Cincinnati. He paid high tribute to the great interest being manifest by men of prominence in school work and educators of great note. He says there never has been a time since the days of such men as Socrates that educators have been so much at sea as to what are the best methods of teaching as now. Even the committee that has been appointed for the past four years and that has been laboring incessantly for that time, hesitates to make a report on what they recommend ought to be taught. He was happy in his statement when he said: "About all a boy learns today in school he has to unlearn when he gets out in the world." He paid a very high compliment to the work being done at the High School in Kimball and on general principles praised the work of the teachers of the county as being very good. He was uncompromising in his statement when he said he feared too much time was sometimes taken up in preparation for closing exercises. He is against the idea of vane extravagance in dress and that insane practice of modern extreme "fashion." He suggested to the teachers, that they should prepare common sense programs for closing of schools and have the children to five and buy within the bounds of the means of their parents such customs as were only necessary. Prof. Barbe struck the keynote when he declared that teachers were hired by the month and not from 9 a. m. to 4 o'clock p. m., and that the real deserving teachers were such as felt and gave the parents and children a part of their time other than what was consumed between the above named hours. He told the teachers that the reason Hon. M. P. Shawkey was elected president of the National Superintendent's Conference was because West Virginia was the foremost state and stood in the forefront for progressive education. In fact, Prof. Barbe's address and report were both timely, interesting and very helpful. A motion prevailed that this be the last institute for this school term and that a board of thanks be tendered the chairman, Prof. J. W. Robsonon for his masterly rulings and his impartial treatment and courtesy shown each teacher, also to the program committee for their good work. "FEAST." Aside from the cordial reception of the teachers and visitors by Miss Brimage, she, assisted by the good parents and people of Davy, spread a sumptuous repast for all present at the school house. They had apparently everything imaginably good to eat, such as hot roast, chicken, deviled eggs, hot biscuits, mutton, hot conco, pickles, pies, cakes and fruits of various kinds constituted the bit of care. The service was the best in the office, it is appeared that none of the good people became tired serving the teachers. Everybody best to their satisfaction and all were best to express themselves in the highest terms of praise. The good people all mutually shamed each other in manking the occasion a success. Miss Brimage has all reason to feel proud because she is well liked by everybody. AN ABLE LAWMAKER M. B. SENATOR JAMES A. STROTHER SENATOR JAMES A. STROTHER Senator Jas. A. Strother, of Welch, has returned from Charleston where he was constantly engaged in the deliberations of the legislature. Senator Strother is one of the State's broad minded, able and conscious representatives where the most humble of his constituents could reach and explain his wishes without fear of rebuff. Negroes could always count upon Senator Strother to look after their interests and see that no legislation harmful to them would become law. Even though the Senator from Welch was not a member of the U. B. Williams, general superintendent of the Wheeling District of the Baltimore and Ohio railroad, at Wheeling, will become general agent on March 15, according to an announcement made at the general office of the company. Mr Williams will be succeeded by W. H. Averell, assistant general superintendent at New York. The appointment of Mr. Williams as general agent presages a broadening of the Baltimore and Ohio railroads with respect to West Virginia, as with his jurisdiction extended over the entire state and possessing intimate knowledge of the industrial development under way and possibilities for the future and enjoying wide personal acquaintance with business men and their interests, there will be an effort made through the new office to bring commercial West Virginia into still closer touch with its most extension transportation system. Under this changed organization Mr. Williams, who, has spent his railroad career with the Baltimore and Ohio, has won promotion to a high office in the operating department, will become a part of the executive organization of the company and report to Vice-President A. W. Thompson, operating officer. In selecting Mr. Williams' successor the importance of the Wheeling District to the Baltimore and Ohio system has been further emphasized in the appointment of Mr. Averell, an official wide experience in railroad operation who is specialized in terminals and has been appointed at Baltimore, Pittsburgh, New York and other centers on the Baltimore and Ohio. Before entering Baltimore and Ohio service Mr. Averell was connected with the Southern Pacific Company on the Pacific coast. Mr. Williams was born August 16, 1855, and received his education in the public schools of West Virginia. He entered the employ of the Baltimore and Ohio railroad as a telegraph operator at Cameron, November 5, 1875. In June, 1875, he was advanced to train dispatcher at Cameron, and in April, 1878, became agent and operator there. His next promotion was to chief train dispatcher at Cameron, which appointment became effective December 1, 1886, and four years later he was made chief dispatcher at Grafton. His advancement was to train master at Grafton, in November 1886. It was October 1, 1901, that Mr. Williams received his next important promotion when he became superintendent of the Wheeling division, at Wheeling. In April 1903, he was transferred to G aton as superintendent. He was advanced to general superintendent, returning to Wheeling, in May 1910, and the territory embraced him. In 1913, he and his jurisdiction extends from Fairmont, on the east, to Columbus, on the west, and from the Great Lakes to the Ohio river. Mr Averell, the new general superintendent, is a native of Ogdenburg, N.Y., where he was born, May 13, 1879. He was graduated from yale University in the Class of 1900 and started railroad work with the Great Northern railway, in September, following his graduation. He later became statistical clerk of the Southern Pacific, in September, 1902, and successively train master, assistant superintendent and superintendent of that road at Los Angeles, Cal., until February, 1911. He became assistant to general manager of the Baltimore and Ohio railroad on May 1, 1911, and was promoted to assistant general superintendent at Pittsburgh on July 15, 1912, being advanced to assistant general Superintendent of New York division and general superintendent of the Staten Island lines on May 1, 1913. railroad committee he took an active part in the hearings upon the Full Crew bill and exposed the hypocrisy of its advocates He also made a speech in opposition to the amendment to the Supreme Court bill placing the Assistant State Librarian under the Supreme Court and he was on the Negro's side of every question of special interest to Negroes which was brought to his attention. In the Senator's own words he "represented no special interests," but carefully looked after the interests of the people of his district and the State at large. PINE BLUFF NEGROES WARNED Pine Bluff, Ark., March 2.—The Negro population of Pine Bluff is very excited over numerous notices posted last night in the southeast section of the city, warning them to leave town. The warning reads: "Negroes, beware! We want your jobs. You are given two weeks to leave the city or suffer the penalty of death." The grand jury is investigating and extra police will patrol the Negro section. NEGRO LAW-MAKERS SEEN IN ARKANSAS BY ELECTION BILL COMPLAINT FROM BLACK COUNTY--BILL GIVES LARGE MAJORITY Little Rock, Ark., March 2. — A little effort to stop the bill providing for consolidation of state and federal election was made in the House today when representative J. T. Robertson, of Lee county, introduced a concurrent resolution asking Governor Hays to vote the measure or return it to the legislature for further consideration. The resolution was voted down by the house. The bill has passed both branches of the legislature and now is ready for the governor's signature. Complaint from so-called "black counties" that enactment of such a law will enhance danger of Negro domination in elections, was registered, and members of the House, speaking in favor of the resolution, declared there will be Negro members in the 1917 legislature if the bill becomes a law. Rare branches of the legislature gave the bill large majorities, an action not anticipated by old politicians, who have seen similar bills defeated again and again in former arkansas legislatures. In many counties in the state the Negroes by voting their full strength can hold the balance of power. In some counties Negro men of voting age are three to one compared with the white men eligible to vote. The Washington Sun, a weekly publication devoted to the best interests of the colored people, is owned and edited by a colored woman, Mrs. Julia P. H. Coleman, a graduate pharmacist and manufacturing chemist. For several years she conducted drug stores in Pennsylvania and Virginia. Since 1910 she has had charge of the Hair-Vim Chemical Company and has flooded the markets with a first-class hair preparation known as "Hair-Vim." This preparation is sold by all the leading wholesale and retail drugists in the country. Mrs. Coleman said: "I have no special reason for running a newspaper. Nor do I believe I have any special business with one except that I feel that a city with over one hundred thousand Negroes should have one reliable and clean race journal—one that would print the best things about our best people, who cannot easily get into print in our big dailies unless it is something to their embarrassment." She promoted The Washington Sun as a silent party until the management and editing was forced upon her by the failure of others to make good. Since then she has had the entire control of its get-up and make-up. EXTRA SESSION CLOSES WITHOUT ACCOMPLISHING ANYTHING MATERIAL Much Speculation the State Over as to What Action Will be Taken---Probable Candidates For Different State Offices Are Active---Happenings Here and There the State Over (BY RALPH W. WHITE) By far, the one measure of greatest importance in the extra session was the one or ones pertaining to the raising of revenue to run the finances of the State. With the abolition of the saloons, from the operation of which there had come into the State Treasury more than ₹8,000 in the form of revenues, we are now face to face with the fact that this fund is no longer available. In addition to this, hard times brought on by reason of Democratic mismanagement of governmental affairs, which has caused the shutting down of factories, the abandonment of work in manufacturing concerns, the ceasing of investments by capital, have thrown thousands upon thousands of laborers out of employment, so much so, that in many instances gaunt-eyed poverty stalks abroad in the land. This being a nationwide affectation the states, being parts of the whole, must necessarily feel it. Even in states where nothing has occurred to disturb the regular sources of revenues, this condition is keenly felt, therefore, in a state like ours which suffered the direct loss of more than an half million dollars revenue yearly, the question of raising revenue becomes the real problem and this the all-absorbing matter to be adjusted in the recent extension of the legislature which convened in Charleston. Now as to the methods adopted, the plans inaugurated and the means employed to raise revenue they were as comparatively numerous as the proverbial sands of the sea shore. Geographical location of the State, nature of its natural resources, amount of its wealth, character of its productions, style of its manufacturing interests, facilities for converting raw material into finished and marketable products, manner and convenience of egress and ingress to carry products to, and receive them from the commercial marts of trade in the world's market, all entered into the equation and largely, if not wholly determined, what should be taxed; who should be taxed as well when, where and how such taxes should be levied. Trimming the tax proposition in this connection, in this State, of all academic discussion relative to it and omitting the discussion of all other proposed methods of measures presented to raise revenue to meet the existing deficit the present status at this time seems to be as follows: There have been two major methods of raising revenue proposed, viz. By the taxation of privileges or corporate interests, the other by an increase on direct taxation. The former was said to be championed by the Administration and the latter by the Administration. The anti-administrationists argued that to further tax corporate interest was to lessen the present and already meagre productions from the same—to bar the entrance into the state of foreign investments and capital which would otherwise operate in the state. They also complain and say that no equitable plan can be evolved, the foundation of which will permanently import such an economic plan, assigning the further reason of increase if on point of taxation is to be made, it should be made commensurately on the plan of direct taxation as well as on the interests. On the other hand the Administration takes the stand that the corporate interests—the privileges—should bear, to say the least, a commensurate share of the burden of taxation, and sees in the attempt of the corporations to object to such a proposed plan, a subtle exploitation on their (the corporation's part). The plan to raise revenue, in this case, as it is in all cases, where the raising of revenue is the issue, is receiving very strict attention and there is a tendency toward the divorce of party lines, and a leaning toward independent action which may seriously effect the result of the coming election, against the Republicans of the state, unless there is a speedy getting together and agreeing on some definite plan of action, satisfactory to all parties concerned. It was regretted that there was any difference of opinion between the Chief Executive and the Attorney General of the state. We are still inclined to think the matter overdrawn and greatly exaggerated by the none too favorable press comments toward as well as against each of the individuals in their official capacity. It can hardly be thought, in the LARGEST CIRCULATION OF ANY WEEKLY IN THE STATE OF WEST VIRGINIA. IN CLOSES ACCOMPLISHING BURNING MATERIAL State Over as to What on---Probable Candi- t State Offices Are enings Here and State Over face of the calibre of the men and the position each of them occupies, that the alleged controversy will be carried to the point where it will be injurious to the party of which they are both members, factors and leaders, but on the other hand it would seem, that at the proper time and in the proper way, whatever difference there may have been between them, if any there is, will be amicably adjusted whereby the chances for party success in 1915 will not be jeopardized. Big broad men similar to these do not place personal interests ahead of party fealty but submerge individual advancement in favour. (Continued on page 3.) NATIONAL CAPITOL Events of Interest From the Seat of Gov- ONE CENT LETTER POSTAGE Senator John W. Weeks of Massachusetts may be counted as one of the half dozen best informed men in Congress upon postal affairs. For many years he was chairman of the committee on Postoffices and Post Roads of the House of Representatives, and it was there that he achieved his best work, resulting in his election to the Senate to succeed Murray Crane. Senator Weeks declared that the Government is making a large profit on first-class mail, and he adds that too much discrimination exists in the postal laws favoring certain classes of mail. It is interesting to note that by some process of reasoning the Postmaster General has recently turned back $3,500,000 into the general treasury of the United States as representing what he claims to have been a surplus in the revenues of his Department for the fiscal year ended June 30, 1944. Of course, there is nobody except possibly. The postoffice made three and a half million dollars during 1944, or even three and a half cents. General Burleson is the first Postmaster General since 1836 to surrender any of his appropriation. By bumping guesses on what ought to be revenues from Federal buildings, franked and penalty mail, and the handling of second class mail, Mr. Burleson, as a true Faxan, "reckons" that his department is carrying a load of about $50,000,000 a year for other departments of the government and for subsidies to publishers. PARCEL POST NOT A MONEY MAKER It was calculated that the parcel post would render an immense profit to the government, and department officials prophesized in the beginning that Uncle Sam would clean up from $40,000,000 to $50,000,000 annually upon this branch of the service. The postoffice itself appears to be in considerable of a quandary as to the results of the parcel post, but the special Joint Committee of Congress headed by Senator Bristow, has made a report upon the parcel post, and while it does not deal specifically with its revenue-producing powers it clearly indicates that this new feature in postal affairs is not a money maker. Less than a half dozen years ago, a few boys who had made an unusually showing in raising corn on an acre of land upon the farm where they lived, were sent to Washington. The Agricultural Department took the matter up in dead earnest and now the boys are coming in trainloads. Otner big bodies are made up of girls in canning clubs, but some of these girls have made the boys hustle in raising their prize acres of corn, peas, potatoes and other products of the soil. The agricultural clubs are not the only juvenile excursionists to Washington, since thousands of high school children from New York, Brooklyn, New England and all over the eastern states make their pilgrimages to the Capitol each spring and summer. NUMBER 2 ernment MEMBER NATIONAL NEGRO 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. Published every Friday in the interest of the Negro Race...His Civil and Political Rights. ADVERTISING RATES FURNISHED UPON 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, MAR. 19, 1915 THERE are a few real good men in this country left who appreciate what you do for them, while there are some who, after they have been promoted to offices of trust and political importance, quickly shut their eyes, stop up their ears, blunt their conscience (if they ever had any) and with vituperation, insults and cowardly attacks on those who espoused their cause without fear they reward you—they shut and lock their doors against you. They haven't time to give you the time of day when meeting you. Yet, before election you every want is an anxious concern of theirs. Promises upon top of promises are made you; oh, my "Je hosephat!" like the devil did to Christ on the mountain, the whole world should be yours just to do so and so. But oh, how different and disappointed the poor expectant voter and worker becomes when the goods are due to be delivered. THE fact that times have been hard, money scarce and parent much unable to properly provide their children with sufficient clothes and books goes far toward giving reasons for so many children being out of school. But the thing needed and the alarming cry of the state today is: "Educate the children and to do it means they must be brought in the school room. Let the parents and teachers all unite and make a success at education in every district. STOP "rubber-necking" about other people and their business. Its about as much as any honest, Christian lady or gentlemen can or ought to do to attend to your own business. Stopattling, because he or she who does it, especially to any great extent, will generally be found handling the truth with but little care or in other words—living YOU old fool, drunk with your "self egotistic importance," don't you know even if you were dead the sun would still rise in the East and set in the West and that in less than 48 hours you, like most mortals, would be forgotten? No man is indispensable to the success or life of anything. March 8, 1913. To Whom it May Concern: I beg to state, that in the letter which appeared in The McDowell Times February 19th, I meant no particular harm to anyone as a great many seem to think. It was not for that at all. I was simply forming a comparison between somebody being dressed up in silks and no shoes on their feet and having a library and no place to put it. One would be just as silly as the other. The letter read like this: "What would you or any one one else think of a person wearing a silk dress and being in their bare feet." So what is the use of having a library without the proper place to put it. The first thing I want is a school house. For there is not a colored school on the whole Gulf. The majority of the people of the community will not attend church and Sunday school, let alone anything else. I trust that in reading this, that each one will look for the bright side and not for the cloudy side, for as sure as we look for trouble we find it. And as we measure to our neighbor he will measure back to us. Dear Editor: May we send just a word from Winding Gulf. In the Winding, Gulf school this year we have had a successful year. We have raised from all sources for socials, material, library and bell $29 32, for which we are heartily thankful to all the community, parents and friends. May heaven bless the money spent and prayers prayed for same. At our closing we played, "Cinderilla," "Queen of May," and "Tom Thumb's Wedding," which was quite a pleasant evening for all. Attendance: Mollie Johnson, 3rd grade; Hubbert Guerant, 2nd grade, Zechriah Hopkins, 1st grade. Monday of this week in the presence of several representative gentlemen, J. E. Haskins, Worty Counselor of the Courts of Calanthe, paid to Mr. Samuel Bush the sum of $ 50.00 endowment to his wife who died December 4th. This is the favorable and commendable protection that comes to those who place themselves in care of such fraternal organizations. GARY NOTES Times are getting better on this operation and men are working on an average of from four to five days a week. Religious services at both the Baptist and Methodist churches are very good here. A revival started Sunday night at Rock Hill Baptist church and each meeting is being well attended. These services are being principally conducted by Rev. I. J. Hall of Kimball. Mr. L. H. Williams. of Cinderella, is a pleasant guest of Mr. and Mrs. John Washington. Tug River Lodge No. 702 and the Household of Ruth Lodge No. 3558 went to Elbert Saturday night where they joined in the annual celebration of Peter Ogden day. A paper was read by Mrs. D. R. Washington for and in behalf of the Ruths. Mr. A. M. Gruber, the expert picture show man who, perhaps, has but few superiors, is putting on for the people some of the best pictures that are shown anywhere. Mrs. Lucy Starling has just returned from Henry County, Va., where she went after her young son. Mr. Leibman, head of the Leibman Bros.' tailoring establishment, is away on an extend of trip west in the interest of his business. The young and pro-operative Mr. A. H. Arbuck, formerly with the above named firm at North York is now to be found at Gurry. Hot Coal, W. Va. (MI88) HESTER A. PARKER. Winding Gulf Adele Miller, 2nd grade. Writing: Mary Galloway, 1st grade; Winston Childress, 1st grade; Harvey Guerant, 1st grade. We thank God, the community, the school board, parents, friends, trustees, Supt and all, "in His name." The scene and joy with surprise will never be forgotten by those who witnessed the occasion. It was indeed a pleasure to all. Sunday school is doing well. We pray that it may grow with Mr. W. D. Parker. Supt; Mrs. Esther Fulp, Ass't. Supt; Miss Gertie M. Brown, Sec.; Mr. J. A. Jones, Treas. Our Teacher's Reading Circle has done excellent work this year from Trans to Wind ing Gulf. Mrs. Mary Fulp is confined to bed with agripppe. Wm. T. taylor is also very sick at this writing. Mrs. Mary Fulp was honored with a surprise birthday party which was indeed a beautiful occasion. After supper she had gone to her room; the dinning room was changed to adorn the occasion, the guests assembled; then it was announced to her she was wanted in the dinning room. Rev. W. J. Poindexter returned to the Gulf last Tuesday week and was gladly received. He held services in the school room Sunday at 11 a.m. and 8 p.m. We are preparing to leave for North Carolina but hope to see our many friends again this fall (Mrs.) Leah Rosella Poindexter Pocahontas Mrs. Harry Campbell died Sunday and was buried on Monday. Rev. Henry conducting funeral services. Mr. Ned Holland celebrated 96th anniversary birthday Wednesday, March 10th. He entertained a host of friends. Mr. Isom Reaves and Miss Lily Morgan visited Bramwell Sunday. Pocahontas Dancing Club gave a dance Thursday night and was attended by people from Bramwell, Bluefield and Keystone. Mrs. James Murphy has returned from a visit to friends in Floyd, Va. J. H Hall is very ill. Miss Florance Johnson of Roan oke is visiting here. Byrd Wade and his affinity friend Miss Florence Johnson were visiting Keystone Monday. Byrd Wade and Isom Reaver left for Norfolk Thursday night. Miss Florence Johnson will join them in Bluefield. BLUEFIELD ITEMS The musical and recital at Mt. Zion Baptist church under the auspices of the Y. M. C. A., marked the triumphant entry of Miss Cleota J. Collins, soprano, and Mrs. C. A. Rodgers, accompanist, and will be long remembered here. Miss Collins rendered a classic which gave her an unbounded opportunity to display all that the student acquires from long and patient study. She has a brilliant future and we predict that she will make the best of it, and some day become one of the race's foremost vocal artists. Mrs. Rodgers presiding at the piano was indeed equal to the occasion, portraying in an artistic manner all that was expected. Miss Jessie Guy was well received and appreciated. The quarrette sang exceptionally well, showing they had been well trained. Rev. Dr. W. W. Hicks thanked the audience for the interest manifested, and encouraged them to always continue with unabated efforts to help in every possible way those who are trying to aid the spirit of progression. Mr. and Mrs. Gilmore Woody, Dr. and Mrs. N. L. Edwards, Mr. and Mrs. Jas. T. Holly all motored to Tazewell in Mr. Holly's car, where they were the guests of Mrs. Nancy Nash, and a most enjoyable day was spent by the party. The Scott Street Baptist church Missionary Society met at the residence of Mrs. Lydia Henecke, and after business routine many plans were discussed for the future. Miss Ethel Anderson is much improved and is expected home shortly. Mr. Byrd Wade, of Poachontas, was a recent visitor in our city. Mr. Geo, Packton, of Tazewell was a business visitor in our city recently. Mrs. Jerry Haywood is much improved this week. Mrs. Anne Hancock is recovering from la gripe. day and we will be entertained only to look of friendship. Your correspondent was a visitor to "Earth Quake, W. Va, this week. Messia, Chas, Dodson and James Moore were royally entertained while visiting Poca this week. Mrs. Rosa Russell, who has been seriously ill, is very much improved. We are all glad to see our friend Mr. Gilmore Woody among us, as it was erroneously reported otherwise. "It is a long way to Tipperary." Beckley Items On Friday, the 5th inst., the public school of East Beckley rendered its closing exercises which were very creditable. These things are extra; done in addition to the arduous tasks which the teachers are daily called upon to perform; done without pay in money, and very often without the gratitude of those who are recipients of their favor. Principal Belling and Mrs. Rush Anderson deserve great credit. The Beckley Literary Society held its second meeting on the 6th inst. There was a debate on the subject. "Resolved, That the privilege of voting should be granted to women on the same basis as to men." Affirmative, Mesdames Ella Wright and R. E. Peters; negative, Mr. G. W. Scott and Josephine Wright. Both sides maintained their contention with vigor, but far the most notable features of the affair was the opening of the general discussion by Miss Ada Peters, the fifteen year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. R. E. Peters, with an original poem for the affirmative and the closing of the same by Mr. J. E. Clopton, teacher at Lester, for the negative. Mrs Edward Washington is still on the sick list. Mrs. Susan Patterson's little daughter Lena was very severely burned the other day by going too near the fire with a large apron on. The burns were dressed at the Coleman hospital, yet, at this time she is not resting very well. The McDowell Times is on sale at the Eureka Oale. You can also make arrangements for subscriptions and printing of circulars and calling cards by seeing Brown W. Payne. DAVY DOINGS The school work under Miss Brimmage is very good. Rev. J. W. Crider, pastor of the M. E. church at this place and Coalwood is doing nicely. Messrs. Law and Brown have been making improvements on their homes for the last month. Enthusiastic gardening is the order of the day with the people when there is no work in the mines. The property owners, such as Messrs. NOTICE! Land for Sale I have for sale 5 ACRES of LAND, 1 four room house. All necessary out buildings, one good spring on the premises. Nice young orchard just beginning to bear. About one-third of the above named land is underlaid by a 4 Foot Vein of Coal Already opened for inspection. This land is just about 3 minutes walk from the Station at Bramwell, W. Va., and is the property of MRS. JENNIE TURNER. TERMS OF SALE: CASH OR CREDIT For further information apply to Martin F BOX 354 POCAH The General Accident Fire and Life Insurance Incorporated ORGANIZED OVER 25 YEARS AGO And doing business with Union. Pays every Cltects against Fire, Acct Deaths. No better Conan lay claim to the pece H.M.BRATC NORTHFOR And doing business in every State in the Union. Pays every Claim against it. Protects against Fire, Accidents, Sickness and Deaths. No better Company in the country can lay claim to the people's patronage BOX 354 Miss Mary King a good property owner down in Henry County, Virginia liberally helped the good people of Davy care for the teachers last Saturday. B. J. Keller is still looking after his barber business, and is about as jolly as you ever saw him. Hard times have had nothing to do with, and seems not to disturb, "brudder D. J. Finney," the old political war horse; but who is making preparations to enter the ministry. Notice to Take Depositions TO ROSA MIHALKO, You will take notice that on Saturday, April 3, 1915, at the law office of A. G. Froe, in the town of Welch, McDowell County, West, Virginia, I will take the depositions of John Collins et al', to be used in evidence on behalf of the plaint- tif in a certain suit in chancery, now- pendung in the circuit court wherein I am the plaintiff and you are the defec- dant, and if for any cause the taking of the same shall not be commenced, or if commenced, shall not be completed, the same shall be adjourned from day to day at the same place and at the same hours until they shall be completed. JOHN MIHALKO By Counsel NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE. By virtue of the authority vested in me by a deed of trust, bearing date on the 1st day of July, 1913, executed by Robert Davis and Josie Davis, his wife, to the undersigned W. F. Jones, as Trustee to secure to A. R. Williams of Wyoming county the payment of certain notes therein described, the said deed of trust being recorded in the office of the Clerk of the County Court of McDowell county, West Virginia, in Trust Deed Book Number 9, page 261, the undersigned Trustee having been required so to do, will offer for sale at public auction to the highest bidder, in front of the post office in the city of Keystone. McDowell county, West Virginia, on the 2nd day of April, 1915 at 10:00 o'clock A. M., the following described real estate, to-wit: Situated in the town of Kimball, McDowell county, West Virginia, beginning at S. W. corner of lot No. 185 at a stake on an alley, thence in a northward direction, about 108 ft. to a street, then with said street in a westerly direction to the Tidewater Coal & Coke company's lease line; thence with said line to a stake; thence in a southern direction to an alley; thence in a southern direction to an alley in an easterly direction along said alley to the beginning. It is the extent of this deed to convey to W. F. Jones Trustee all the land conveyed by William Pease and wife to A. R. Williams by deed dated on the 1st day of January, 1909 which deed is recorded in McDowell county court Clerks office in deed book No. 54, page 6, to which deed reference is hereby had as to description, distance and amount of Land. The said sale will be made upon the following terms: - For so much cash as will pay the cost of this sale and the notes and interests that may be due on day of sale; the remainder to be payable in notes of monthly installments of $15.00 each with interest from date of sale, said property will be satisfactorily endorsed. And for further security the title to said property will be retained until final payments are made. W. F. JONES, Trustee Keystone, W. Vs., March 5, 1915, 4w POCAHONTAS, VA. Welch Undertaking COMPANY Funeral Directors and Embalmers WELCH, WEST VIRGINIA CHAPEL AND PARLORS NEAR MINERS' HOSPITAL Telephone CHAS. H. RICE, Agent Northfork, 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. Quick Lunches and meales served while the train waits Ice Cream. Confectioneries To Henry McClanahan: Take notice that on the 2nd day of Mrch, 1915, at the Law Office of Arthur G. Froe, in the town of Welch, McDowett Co. West Virginia, between the hours of 8 o'clock, a. m. and 6 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 plaintiff 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 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. Celia McClanahan. By A. G. Froe. Notice to Take Depositions. To Andrew Kosko: Take notice that on March 1, 1915, at the Law Offices of A. G. Froe, in the town of Welch, Mc D. w. m. 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 concluded, on that day, the taking order will be adjourned from time to time, at the same place and between the same hours until the same shall be completed. Elizabeth Kosko. By A. G. Froe. Notice to Take Depositions To Luther Hollie: Take notice that on the 27th day of Feb., 1915, at the office of Sq. S. Crider, in the town of Kimball, 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 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 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 be between the same hours until they are completed; Myra Hollie. J. K. Smith, p. q. STRAIGHTEN YOUR HAIR BEFORE AFTER STRAIGHTENS, THE MOST OBSTINATE STUBBORN, KINKY HAIR. PRESTO' removes Dandruff, Teteu, and other Skin Diseases of the Scalp. PRESTO' makes the HAIR GROW. PRESTO' is Harmless, Clean and Leasing. PRESTO' is the Greatest Discovery Known to Mankind, to this Line. 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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-08 LOCAL ITEMS AND OUT OF TOWN NOTES Mrs. Evelyn Thompson, mother to Mr. Edgar Thompson, was a pleasant visitor in our city Sunday Mr. George Carter of Bluefield, who expects to open up a good business in Bluefield soon, was in Keystone Sunday. He stopped in the Times office and left a very large order for stationery. Mrs Catherine Howard, of Marytown, who was struck with paralysis a few days ago is very sick yet. Mrs. Leola Pinkard of Vivian was in the city Monday on business. Mayor C. C. Hale, a strong and successful business man, one of the leading Republicans in the state and a man on whom a people can safely depend for true leadership and safe advice on any and all public questions, has just returned from Cincinnati where he has been for several days on a matter of business. Mru. Hattie Perry, of Bluefield visited relatives at Pageton and Anawalt Saturday and Sunday. Hon. Jes Harmon, of Columbus, and whose very name is a synonym for kindness, joyfulty and good will, was in the city Monday. He has been suffering much recently with la gripe but is much better now. Few men throughout this state are any more thought of than Mr. Harmon. Hon. W. C. Cook, of Welch, ourever vigilant and energetic Superintendent and strong promoter of the best education al facilities and interests of any man in this state, has been very busy for some time visiting the various schools of this county and expressing words of wisdom, cheer and encouragement to both the teacher and pupils. The hearty support given and loyalty of every district superintendent to him in his work is to be greatly complimented and within itself answer the question, why is it that McDowell county leads all other counties in education. Mr. Ben Hill, who has been connected with G. Hyman & Sons of this city for the past three years has resigned and accepted a similar position with Brooks Bros of Northfork. Mr. Hill is a clever salesman and will be pleased to have his many friends call and see him in his new place of business. H. J. Wilson, member of the Board of Education, Northfork district, was in the city Wednes day evening. A successful revival is in progres at Wingfield,Baptist,church of Eckman, conducted by Rev. W. H. Mitchell,assisted by[Evan gelist, Rev. J. B. Evans. The fact that all the colored officials who were appointed to service during the session of the legislature have not returned, causes us to wonder if it be true SPECIAL SALE ON S BOSTONIAN regular $5.00 Special Sale on all Men's He Regular $3.50 and Mrs. A. 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Johnson, services in the morning and at night were the best that have been held in this town. A large crowd witnessed each service. Collection was good. The sermon preached in the morning by Rev. R. P. Johnson and the one by Rev. L. E. Johnson at night have been frequently commented on as two of the most practical, living and influential messages presented for years. The new choir of Kimball known as the "Afternoon Church Choir," composed of married people and sometimes called "the Old Folks Choir" by Rev. Johnson, rendered some of the best music and to the agreeable surprise of all present that has been rendered in this city. The church was crowded, every seat being occupied and many had to stand throughout the entire service. Those who represent this new choir may be mentioned:麦桑德 S. V. Brown, J. H. Page, Lucy Brown, Nannie Seay, Pattie Finney, R. P. Johnson, Eliza Ramey and Messra. Edgar Thompson, Peter Marshall, J. B. Matney and James Board. The deacons present from Kimball were Messrs. L. O. Valentine and S. H. Young. DR. THOMAS Royally Entertained at Dr. J. E. Ross' Home Monday Night. The good people of Kimball, representing some of the best families not only in the town but in this county, out of appreciation of the well spent life and public service rendered by Dr. Thomas during his past two years' stay in Kimball, tendered him a royal reception at the cozy home of Dr. and Mrs. J. E. Ross Monday night. This occasion was given because of the fact that Dr. Thomas' resignation became effective Monday and because he makes his departure at once for Annapolis, Md., where he will begin a business for himself. Elaborate preparations were made for his entertainment and right well was it carried out. Promptly at 6 o'clock the invited guests composed of both married and single, richly costumed were gathering. The home was beautifully decorated and brilliantly lighted up from bottom to top. Pleasant smiles on the faces of each guest bore the ear-marks of real and unaffected friendship replete with the best of fellowship for and toward each other. The evening was profitably spent in listening to vocal and instrumental selections, innocent games, dancing and a free exchange at "telling jokes." Ice cream, cake and fruits were served plentiously to the satisfaction of all present. Many were the expressions for Dr. Thomas' success by all who bade him goodbye. BROWN W. PAYNE Attorney-at-Law Beckley, West Virginia. Notary Public Trap Hill Phone 36 P. O. Box 487. HOES and OXFORDS and $6.00 Shoes for $4.23 tea. Latest Styles and Colors; $4.00 HATS for $2.79 BROOKS BROS. Northfork, W. Va. Williams HAIR DRESSER Parlors in the State Exience Graduate Artists on parlors or at home of patrons ers below the Elks Opera House D, W. VA. LOOK LOOK nt a Home? in the United States. 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Upon his return Brown, it is alleged, came upon him from behind, struck him upon the head with a stick and then shot the unarmed fallen man six times. The man died instantly and Brown made for the mountains and has not yet been captured but the officers expect to land him in a few days because it is known where he was attempting to go, though it is teared that he will not be taken alive because he is known as a bully and gun fighter and was heavily armed when he left. Will Moore was a good natured, hard working, peaceable fellow and bore a good reputation upon the Eureka job. Covington After an illness of about five months, Miss Emma Hunt died Wednesday, March 10, 1915, in her home on Cherry street. At her death she was about 16 years of age. Funeral services were conducted Friday afternoon by the Rev. W. J. Hackett, in the First Baptist church, of which she was a member. She is survived by a father, mother, two sisters, five brothers and a number of other relatives and friends. Interment was made in Cedar Hill cemetery. We are sorry to note that Mrs. Mattie McDowell is ill at this writing. A pleasurable of the week was a "sack party" given at Mrs. Joseph Henderson's Friday March 11, for benefit of Pine Street Baptist Church. Quite a number were present. Those present retired at a late hour, after being served with delicacies, prepared by the hostess. A WARNING By BROWN W. PAYNE There is a condition of affairs in this neighborhood, which, if generally known, would arouse every good citizen to immediate action. It may purpose here to inform the good citizens just what I am informed it is. There are certain young Negro men here who make it their business to arrange dates and meeting places for white men and colored girls. To such an extent has this practice and so widespread is the influence, that a white officer, not long since, was heard to remark that he thought all colored women were open to that sort of approach and arrangement. There may be many to whom this information has not come, but still there is a large number to whom this is an open secret, yet so long as it does not touch our immediate families, we are too inclined to dismiss it with the "I aint got nothing to do with it." We are inclining to deny the responsibility of being our brother's keeper, until calamity is brought to our homes, then we wail and lament about Negroes not being able to get together. It is bad enough to tolerate the secret moral sins, even the sinners are classed and segregated, but when they break down class distinction, move out from their segregated quarters and play their trade in plain view and amongst us with impunity, it ought to be a case for general alarm. How long shall we continue to lie supinely listening to the wooing voice of case and complacency, while our moral degradation is completing and the respect of our neighbors is passing away. No community is safe while these practices are allowed to continue; no girl is safe, while these fiends roam over the streets or alink about the highways. Our Christian endeavors will be misunderstood, if while we moan and beat thin air at war against an invisible devil, we pass and overlook the incarnate, visible devil in our midst, working havoc Proprietors of a first-class Barber Shop, Known as the ELKHORN BARBER SHOP WELCH, W. VA. Located Opposite the Station Cleaning and Pressing a Specialty We Shine Your Shoes while You get the Change All work guaranteed to give satisfaction or no money We come for and deliver your orders if desired P. WADE, Treasurer and Secretary 1-29 to 9-19 Welch, W. Va. with our community morals by selling our girls to the highest bidder. It may be remarked that these practices are found among the strangers within our gates and the folk here need more but it must not be forgotten that sin is the worst form of contagious disease, more virulent than smallpox or yellow fever and respects no person. Every citizen who does not stand willing to assist the officers of the law in protecting the community against these insidious invasions, is either wanting in in the sense and spirit of true democracy or unfaithful to his duty. Every colored man in this community ought to be, not only willing, but initiatorly active in gathering evidence in the case of these offences. It is action and not talk that will cure these evils. And even when we talk would be of service; we are too inclined to place the responsibility upon the indefinite "they" instead of the more definite "we." These remarks are intended for you if these conditions exist in your community. Winding Gulf Ministers And Deacons' Union --- March 11-12, 1918. The Ministers and Deacons' Union convened with the Patterson Temple Baptist church at Hot Coal, W. Va., Rev. T. A. Martin, pastor. The moderator, Dr. T. J. Brandon, though very feeble, was present and called the house to order at 11 o'clock a.m. Rev. L. Epperson conducted the opening exercises, singing hymn, "A Charge to Keep I Have;" Scripture reading from the 37th Psalms, and offered prayer, after which we listened to the president's address, subject, "Come Together," from which he gave us an able, and instructive lecture in a most pleasing manner. The introductory sermon was preached by Rev. C. H. Rollins from Proverbs 4:23 and delivered an able sermon with credit to himself and the cause he represents. The choir from McAlpin rendered music on the first day to the delight of all who heard it. There were many timely subjects discussed. At 3 o'clock p.m. Rev. L. Epperson preached on the Songs of Solomon 1:4, subject, "In The King's Chamber," from which he preached a logical sermon. At 8 o'clock p.m. Rev. G. W. Mead preached an able sermon from Hebrews 4:9, and we were made to say, "Did not our hearts burn within us?" We listened to an excellent address from Sister Sally Reed on the second day at 11 o'clock a.m. Rev. S. H. Mitchell preached from St. John, 5:39, an able and instructive sermon which was enjoyed by all. Music was rendered on the second day by the choir from Tams, W. Va., and they sang as if the angels had joined them in their melodies. At 3 o'clock p.m. Rev. W. R. Woodson preached from Joshua 14:12, subject "We should choose hard tasks in the Lord's service." After some business transactions we adjourned to meet with the Cedar Grove Baptist church at Slabford, W. Va. REV. T. J. BRANDON, Moderator. REV. W. R. WOODSON, Secretary YOU CAN CONQUER CONSTIPATION Sententel Laxative Tablets will do it for you. 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If your druggist, for some reason, should not handle them and will not get them for you, we will be glad to fill your order by mail. The Sentanel Remedies Co. (Inc.), Covington, Ky. Order of Publication WEST VIRGINIA At Rules held in the Clerk's Office of the Circuit Court of McDowell County on the first Monday in February, 1914. Myra Hollie. The object of this suit is to obtain from the defender by the plaintiff a divorce. A VINCULO MATRIMONII And it appearing from an affidavit now on file with the papers in this cause, that the defender is a non-resident of the State of West Virginia; it is therefore ordered that the said defender 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. The order is further ordered that a copy of this order be published once a week for four successive weeks in a newspaper in McDowell County, and that 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. Twee: W. BURBRIDGE PAYNE, Clerk J. K. Smith, P. Q. 214 S. Bland Street, BLUEFIELD, W. VA. For Medical and Surgical Cases 2-19-'15-tf. Res. Phone 373. PULASKINEWS Mr. Lonnie Bryson, who resided here for more than five years, left for Washington, D. C., where he will probably remain indefinitely. He leaves Pulaski and a host of friends to anxiously await his return. Editor Whittico of the McDowell Times was in the city last week in the interest of his paper. We are always anxious to have such men visit us and hope how soon he may return. The Young Men's Social club gave a musical last Friday night. This was their first appearance before the public since they organized. They were very successful with the aid of some young ladies. Misses Madeline and Lillian Willson spent a delightful Sunday afternoon visiting their friends, Misses Jannie and Elizabeth Fortner, also Miss S. B. Scott. Mrs. M. F. Jenkins left last week for her home in Newark, N. J., where she will spend some time with relatives. She was accompanied by her little daughter Vivian. Mrs. B. F. Henry had her school closing program last week and those who attended the occasion said it was well rendered, and the best in the history of the school. The holy and sanctified people of Pulaaki are meeting with success in a revival Kev. Mrs. James is the happy pastor. Roy Clark is expected to leave soon for Knoxville, Tenn., on business. Mrs. Pauline Crosby left Saturday last for Louisville, Ky., where she will take trained nurse course. We all wish her much success. C. C. Stewart, one of our home boys, left last week. We all miss him very much and are anxiously awaiting his return. Mr. Herot Byers died Saturday evening at his resident in Need More. Mr. H. C. Williams died at his home on Water St. His funeral will be preachen at the First Baptist Church Tuesday. Mr. Williams was a member of the Midway Lodge, K. of P. R E M E M B E R WE DO JOB PRINTING AND WANT YOUR TRADE R E M E M B E R NOTICE! The Bluestone Baptist Sunday School Union will hold its 28th annual session with the Memorial Baptist Church of Switchback, W. Va., April 1-2, 1915, Rev. J. W. Crickett, pastor. We are asking that every church be represented in this meeting with a good representation fee, with as much as $10.00, as we want to make it one of the greatest meetings known in the history of the Union. (Miss) NANNIE L. WATKINS Secretary 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 at tention given to all customers. You find all modern up to date service with all kinds of electrical treatment of the face and head at Staples' Place 19 Norfolk Ave. ROANOKE, VIRGINIA The Lomax DR. E. W. LOM 214 S. Bland Street, For Medical and 2-19-'15-tf. Art in Ame 1. "GIRL AT WINDOW" by Rudnush NATIONAL MAGAZINE, Act Began ORD QUITS COMMISSION Charleston, W. V., March 5.—William D. Ord, wealthy coal operator of Landgraff who was recently appointed a member of the new Virginia Debt Commission by Governor Hattfield, said today that he had tendered his resignation to the Governor. Ord declined to make public the reasons for his action. The Landgraff operator served on the old debt commission, and was praised by Governor Hattfield for service he rendered in the debt litigation with Virginia. Negro Left $75,000 Estate Hagerstown, Md., Feb. 27.—Walter Harmon, the wealthiest Negro in Washington county, died here suddenly of heart disease. He owned a hotel and thirty-seven houses and his estate is valued at $75,000. At one time he was a Pullman porter. APPEAL TO BAPTIST WOMEN Hill Top, W. Va., March 14, 1915. DEAR WOMEN OF THE CHURCHES: The Women's Baptist State Convention feels its great debt of gratitude to God, and sees a vision of great things which may be done to His glory. Never was there a time in the history of our convention was there greater need for every Baptist woman to rally to its work. Our annual meeting will be held in Bluefield, W. Va., Mt. Zion Baptist church, Rev. W. W. Hicks, pastor, August 11-13. It is our most earnest desire, our duty and, I hope, pleasure to raise for that meeting $2,000. Dear sisters, do not withdraw your interest or support. It is your work. We cannot do without you. If we work together faithfully there will be no lack of means, and West Virginia Seminary will be what we desire it, and what God would have it be. Much has been done, but more remains to be accomplished. The work is broadening and developing; it has unlimited possibilities of interest and usefulness to every one concerned. Its success depends mainly upon the assistance and co-operation received from each Missionary Society. Let us beginnow and work and pray and lay aside every thing that will hinder us from making our next meeting the greatest spiritually and the greatest financially in the history of our convention. Yours for the success of the Woman's Baptist State Convention. MRS. M. A. W. THOMPSON NOTICE! On Tuesday of each week, beginning next Tuesday, I will be in Kimball for the convenience of my patients there and to serve the people of the vicinity with as little expence to them as possible. W. L. COLSON, Surgeon Dentist White Oak Shoe Shop ELECTRICAL SHOE REPAIR- Good work, reasonable prices, best of leather used--polite treatment. We sell Rubber Heels, Heel Plates, Spur Stiffeners, Shoe Laces, Buttons etc. Call and see us L. E. JOHNSON, Mgr. Hospital MAX, Proprietor BLUEFIELD, W. VA. Surgical Cases Res. Phone 373. American Homes Wonderful copies in full color composition and technique, on canvas and mounted on stretches of "Famous Old Masters" hanging in the World's great art galleries—priceless in their value—brought to the home. These famous pictures are distributed through the National Educational Art League of Boston in connection with The NATIONAL MAGAZINE Membership to the League brings the opportunity of becoming familiar with all the "Old Masters" and to secure one of three superb copies of famous paintings free for your house. This proposition is only open to subscribers of The National Magazine. BIG OPPORTUNITIES IN EVERY TOWN FOR WELL-PAID REPRESENTATIVES. ADDRESS WITH REFERENCES 3D West 23rd St, New York City Mr. Pete Hairston, who has been working at McComas. W. Va. has come home to stay awhile. William Hairston of Roanoke is visiting his mother. Mrs. Mary Ann King is very ill at her home near Barrow's Mill. The Pine Hall school, of which Mrs. D. O. Baldwin was teacher, closed last Friday. An excellent program was rendered after which the patrons spread out a regular good old fashion dinner and all of us enjoyed ourselves to the highest. Mr. L. F. Flood's school at Grassy Creek closed on that day and also Mr. Levi Hairston's school over near his home. Mrs. Bertha Waller spent the week end in Winston. Rev. Belcher of Roanoke is spending a few days here. Little Dorthy Oliva Gravely is convalescing. Miss Clara Dillard continues right sick Mrs. Sarah Penn will leave for her home in Winston today. Miss Lillian Harris is able to be out again. Mrs. Mary Gravely and daugh ter have returned from Stovall, N. C. Jacob Hairston has returned from the coal fields. MADAM! $40.00 to $50.00 a Month. For YOU. We and become a Hair Dresser! This is your chance. We will not pay up in the business. We will need you the Milpark Cause in Hair Dressing, give you a Diploma from our school and Inkah in Hair Dressing, with our Company. Hair Dressing Point. All into for the small sum of $150. Hundreds of eatl generous all over the country are earning Big Honey with our Cause. Why not yet? Who today, do not delay. MILPARK SCHOOL OF HAIR DRESSING, EDENTON, N. C. When you read, read THE TIMES Brown Bros. HOTEL BILLIARD ROOM Cafe and BARBER SHOP H. BROWN, Manager Ninth St. Bet. 6th and 7th Ave Huntington, W Va. Come and Enjoy Yourself Gains' Amuse- ment Hall GIATTO, W. VA. OPEN AT ALL TIMES FOR SOCIAL OR POLITICAL USE ON SHORT NOTICE. Apply to P. H. Gains, Prop. Wm. Crowell, Manager, Box 181 GIATTO, W. VA. PETER OGDEN DAY AT ELBERT, W. VA. Peter Orden Day was fittingly celebrated at the Consolidated Baptist church at Elbert by Elbert Lodge No. 7832 and Household of Ruth No. 3995 on the evening of March 13th. The following program was rendered: Music by choir. Scripture Reading and Invocation—Rev. Wm. Mickens. Opening Address—Bro. Arthur Griffith. Paper—On the Progress and Advancement of the Household of Ruth—By sister Dora Washington. Solo—By Mrs. Mary Higginbotham. Address—The Progress and Advancement of the Odd Fellows Fraternity—By Bro. James Kefegyer BRO. James Keylogger. Solo--by Mrs. Eliza Griffith. Select Reading--V. E. Cropps. Solo--Luther Brooks. Address, on Fraternalism—Wm. Cabinett. Closing Remarks—Rev. Wm. Mickens. R. W. Harris was master of ceremonies; music was furnished by Rock Hill Baptist church choir, Gary. Committee on Refreshments: Mrs. Hattie Farmer, Mrs. Isabel Harris, Mrs. Eliza Griffith and brother Otis Tritty. LOCAL AND PERSONALS. Work on the operation here is getting much better. Men are working on an average of four days in every week. School work under the supervision of Miss Nannie Jackson is proving itself to be very good. Mr. R. L. Hundley, deputy officer, is "Johnnie on the spot," and the boys all know him to be O.K. Mr. R. N. Wooton, formerly of, Bedford City, Va., a race man with strong pride, is one of the strongest defenders of race enterprises and race institutions at Elbert. His usual advice to the young men and women of the race today is to live more economically. "To the Qualified Voters of said District:" Pursuant to an order of the County Court of McDowell County, entered on 6th day of February, 1914, I, R. K. Bragonier, President of said court, do hereby proclaim and appoint Saturday, the 20th day of March, 1915, between the hours of sunrise and sunset of that day at the regular established voting places of Big Creek district, in said county, a Occidental English, Susanna, Berwin and Three Big Creek, as the time and place at which a special election, provided for in said order, shall be held by the qualified voters of said district to decide whether they will ratify a reject said order, proposing an issue of bonds to the amount of one hundred and sixty-five thousand dollars ($165,000), for the purpose of constructing roads in said district. Given under my hand this the 11th day of February, 1915. R. K. BRAGONIER, President County Court of McDowel County, West Virginia. This day J. A. Huddleton and seventy (70) other legal voters and free holders of Big Creek magisterial district, McDowell county, West Virginia, presented to the court a petition signed by them asking that the proposition of issuing bonds for the construction of roads in said district be submitted to the legal voters of said district at a special election to be held for the purpose; and the County Court deeming it desirable for the said district to appropriate money to construe roads through the same, on motion, the following order was adopted: It is resolved and ordered that a vote be taken, at a special election, which is hereby called for the purpose, at the several voting places established according to law, in Big Creek district, McDowell county, W. Va., to-wit: at Coalwood, English, Susanna, Berwind and Three Forks of Big Creek, in said district, or Saturday, the 20th day of March, 1915, from sunrise to sunset of that day, upon the question of issuing bonds of said Big Creek district to the amount of One hundred Sixty-five Thousand Dollars ($165,000), for the constructing roads. in and district as follows: First: Beginning at a point in the Brown's Creek District Line, where the present county road from Welch to Barrenhe crosses the same, then following the line of the present established county road to the "Peery Camps"; beginning at the town of Coalwood, near the month of Snake Root Branch, running up the Clear Fork to the "Peery Camps"; thence leaving the "Peery Camps" in a southernly direction, crossing the ridge between Clear Fork and Barrenhe Creek to Susanna on the Dry Fork at the mouth of Barrenhe Creek, thence up Dry Fork to the mouth of Jacobs Fork, thence up the Jacobs Fork to the State Line between West Virginia and Virginia at a point near the mouth of Horse Pen Creek. Second: Beginning at the mouth of Jacobs Fork running up the Dry Fork passing through the towns of Berwind FOR SALE A three-room house; place well fruited; on easy terms; ten minutes walk from station. See DANIEL WILSON, 1-28-20-2-19 Graham, Va. Are You a Woman? Take Cardui The Woman's Tonic FOR SALE AT ALL DONORS and Canebrake and to the town of Hartwell. THIRD: Beginning at the town of Canebrake and crossing the ridge between Dry Fork and Jacob's Fork and connecting with the proposed road up Jacob's Fork at or near Squire post office. It appearing to the court that said indebtedness, including indebtedness, does not exceed two and one-half (2:1-2) per centum of the value of the taxable property of said magisterial district as ascertained by the last assessment for state and county levies previous to the incurring of indebtedness, and it is further ordered that there be levied and collected upon the taxable property of said Big Oreek magisterial district a direct annual tax sufficient to pay semiannually the interest on said bonds and the principals thereof within and not exceeding thirty (30) years, but such tax shall not exceed twenty (20) cents on each one hundred dollars ($100.00) valuation of the taxable property in said magisteria district. Said bonds shall be issued in denominations of not less than one hundred dollars ($100,000), nor more than one thousand dollars ($100,000), and shall be dated the 1st day of May, 1915, and be payable on the 1st day of May, 1945, may be redeemed at any time after (twice) 20 years from the date at the option of the County Court of McDowell county; they shall be payable at the Berwind Bank, Berwind, McDowell county, West, irginia, and shall bear interest from their date until paid at the rate of five (5) per centum per annum; they shall have coupons attached for the payment of the interest, and the same shall be paid semi-annually at the same place that the bonds are payable, on the 1st day of November of each year, until the bonds mature, unless sooner redeemed or cancelled according to law. Said bonds shall refer on their face to Chapter 38, Acts of the Legislature of West Virginia, Session 1911, under which they are issued, and shall contain a reservation of the right of said county court to pay off and redeem the same, or any one or more of them, after twenty (20) years from the date of issue, as provided by this order; and shall also state that provision has been made for the collection of a direct annual tax to pay semi-annually the interest thereon, and the principal thereof within and not exceeding thirty (30) years. Upon the ratification of this order by not less than three-fifths of the legal voters of said Big Creek magistural district, voting on the same at said special election, the said bonds shall be issued in the name of said district, and the President of this Court is hereby authorized and empowered to execute, sell and deliver the said bonds, and receive the proceeds thereof as provided by law. Said bonds shall be payable to be bearer by the County Court of McDowell county, from funds derived from the levy herein provided for upon the property of said Big Creek magisterial district, and shall be signed by the President of said Court, and countersigned by the clerk thereof, with the seal of the County Court attached thereto, and the interest coupons shall be likewise payable, and shall bear the engraved or printed signature of the clerk, and they shall be cut off paid Said bonds, after having been advertised in some newspaper for four week previous to the sale, shall be sold at public sale to the highest and best bidder for cash, at not less than the par value, and the proceeds arriving from the sale said bonds shall be used for the purpose of constructing roads in said Big Creek magisterial district as hereinbefore provided. As hereinbefore stated, said bonds shall be subject to redemption after twenty (20) years from their date, at the option of the County Court of McDowell county. The clerk, by order of the Court, shall each year give notice by publication to the holder or holders of the bonds to be redeemed that on and after a day name LIBERTY Protection for the Home The strongest desire of husband and wife is the welfare of their children. The husband works hard to provide for them, and would be able to best to safeguard them. The wife works hard, not only to protect her, but is equally interested with her husband in sound immune protection, such as that offered by the NET COST LOW IN THE POSTAL BECAUSE. 1st. 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The Postal Life does not employ agents but gives its policyholders the benefit of agent commissions—the first year and every other. the designated bond or bonds, with any accrued and impalp interest, will be paid upon presentation, that if not presented they shall cease to bear interest after the last publication of said notice. Said notice shall be published for four weeks in some newspaper published in said McDowell county prior to such designated day of payment. The money issued and collected to pay the principal and interest on said bonds shall be applied to that purpose and no other. This order shall be published throughout the said magisterial district for thirty (30) days, at least, before the poll is taken, as follows: The clerk of this Court shall cause as many copies of this order to be written or printed as may be necessary, and sign the same; he shall forthwith post one of them in a conspicuous place in his office; one at the front door of the courthouse county, and deliver the others to the sheriff of his county who shall forthwith post one of said copies in a conspicuous place at the voting place in the said magistrate district. A copy of this order is directed to be published in the McDowell Recorder and the McDowell Times, two newspapers published in this county for a like period. The poll shall thereupon be taken and the said special election held by the commissioners this day appointed by the Court for the purpose, and the result shall be ascertained and certified according to the regulations prescribed by law or ascertaining and certifying the election of school officers at which no nominations of candidates for such offices have been made. The ballots to be used in said election shall be prepared and furnished by the clerk of this court, and they shall have an appropriate heading thereon sufficient to advise the voter of the purpose of the election, and shall also have printer-thereon the word "For Road Bonds" and "Against Road Bonds"; and the said clerk shall also procure and furnish to the commissioners of said election proper poll books, tally sheets, etc., necessary for holding said election. The President of this Court shall issue a proclamation, referring to this order, setting forth the time and places of holding said special election and the purpose thereof, which shall be published throughout said magisterial district, in the same manner as this order is directed to be published. STATE OF WEST VIRGINIA, COUNTY OF McDOWELL, to-wit: I, W. W. Whyte, Clerk of the County Court of McDowell County, do hereby certify that the foregoing writing is a true and correct copy from the records of my said office as the same exists therein in Minute Book No. 13, page 106. Given under my hand and the seal o said Court at Welch, this the 11th day of February, 1915. (NEAL) Teste: W. W. WYLER, CKE. 2-19-14. Notice of Application for Pardon TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: I, Bob Richards, who was tried at the January term of the McDowell County Criminal court and convicted upon the charge of selling whiskey and sentences to the county road for six months and to pay a fine of $500 and costs, will oer about March 15, 1915, apply to the governor of West Virginia for a pardon By Counsel. BOB RICHARDS OFFICIAL DIRECTORY OF MCDOWELL COUNTY CIRCUIT COURT: (Eighth J Social Circuit) Counties of Me Dowell, Mercer and Monroe. Hon. Isaiah O. Herndon, Judge Velch; W. Burbridge Payne Clerk. Terms of Court Second Tues day in February June and Sep ember. CRIMINAL COURT: Hon. Jack French Strother, Judge; W. B Payne, Clerk. Terms of Court Second Mon day in January, April, July and October. COUNTY COURT: Dr. R. K. Bragonier, President, Keystone W. W. Whyte, clerk, Welch Terms of Court. First Mon day in January, April, August and October. License Term, first Monday in June. 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