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VERTISE IN THE McDOWELL TIMES, IT'S A PAYING INVESTMENT. WORLD LAUDS ANDERSON Nation's Great Daily Praises Ten Years' Work of Able Collector of Internal Revenue. Just what a competent and reliable government official Hon. Charles W. Anderson has made during the ten years he has held the office of Internal Revenue Collector, may be gleaned from the following editorial in the New York World of Thursday: BY THEIR FRUITS In the production of "The Birth of a Nation" in this city a race is libelled. In the office of the Collector of Internal Revenue for the Second District of New York that race may be judged by its fruits. Charles W. Anderson goes out of office today after holding for ten years this responsible post under the Treasury. Many millions of dollars have passed through his hands. His dealings have been practically all with white men of the keenest intel-ct and substantial business standing. Capacity and courtesy have been the qualities most marked in his conduct of an office maintained always in the highest efficiency. In Collector Anderson's time, three complicated and important new revenue measures, the income tax, the corporation tax and the war revenue tax, have made this office the most difficult, as it is the most important, ever held by a colored man under the Government. He has stood the test. No race is fairly judged by holding up as types for reprobation its most degraded specimens. Every race has the right to be judged by its patient, toiling, useful average, and by its best. HITS AMERICA'S LAWLESSNESS Article From "Our Dumb Animals' Says Outrage in United States Must be Dealt With. The article below, clipped from the current issue of "Our Dumb Animals," is worth reading. It says: "Night Riflers" raids upon the peaceable colored citizens which result in their abandoning their homes in terror, signs posted at railway stations to the effect that no negroes will be allowed to stay in those towns over night, and lynchings, such as that when an entire family was murdered under circumstances that would disgrace even friends—these are some of the outrages upon American citizenship that call for some action more than newspaper protests. Is it not the duty of the nation's Chief Executive to see that no class of citizens shall be thus continually and brutally discriminated against? States' rights! Has the nation no sacred obligation toward those who would have to lay down their lives for it it its peril demanded the sacrifice? No civilized nation of the earth is guilty of such deeds of barbaric inhumanity as are committed almost with impunity in certain sections of the United States." NATIONAL CAPITOL Events of Interest From the Seat of Gov- ernment WAR CORRESPONDENT AND WAR "NEWS." Edwin Emerson, a war correspondent who has had as great an experience as any living writer, has returned to Washington after spending five months in the European countries. One of the stories he relates is that he succeeded in getting over seventy-five dispatches sent out of Germany and other countries in the war zone. These dispatches were relayed, sent to England, where the censor killed all but four of them, and these were garbled so as to be unrecognizable before they reached New York. Emerson made seven copies of everything he wrote, and mailed these stories in seven different directions, and some of his work finally reached his New York newspaper. He positively states that all war news in the way of dispatches, is to be discounted, and related how the fall of Liege was conceived from the public for eleven days, during which time stories of victories by the allies were being eagerly devoured by newspaper readers. Emerson is one of --- The McDowell Times the best authorities on news of this kind in the world—and he says that he found it impossible to get his material across. He concluded that only the special articles, such as appear in magazines, or as features articles and which have been written without any attempt to hasten publication, constitute the only authentic "war news" that is being prinfed. He gives his own experiences as proving that the cables and wireless dispatches were all doctored by the censors, and maintains that practically no dependence is to be placed in any of that class of "news" which appears on the front pages rf daily newspapers. "You must wait until the war is over, and then some historian will write the story of what happened," concludes Mr. Emerson. "A GOVERNMENT INVENTION" Newspaper readers found that one of the faculty of the bureau of mines had discovered a process by which "independent refiners can increase their output 200 percent." However, it appears that the Standard Oil Company has been using a similar method for years, and have spent great sums of money in developing their processes. The government invention is like most of such claims inasmuch as nothing is suggested except a sort of subterfuge by which the independent oil companies might escape prosecution for infringing on the methods of the Standard "Do you know that a manufacturer in Burlington, Iowa, can ship his goods to New York, load them on a steamer, and send them around to San Francisco by way of the Panama Canal, at a cheaper rate than it would cost to ship direct by rail," was the double-barrelen information given to a newspaper man by an official a few days ago. Yet it is true, and the illustration serves to illustrate the advantages of the canal in a clear, understandable manner THE CLEAN SHIRT IN POLITICS Some of these "exes" in politics are quite delightful. For instance as an "ex" Mr. Taft is dearly beloved by Democrats, Republicans and Bull Moose. Ex-Senator Roost also seems in a fair way to overcome the prejudices against him, and his talk along the lines that the business men should wake up and exercise their rights in politics, has struck a popular chord. Politics is becoming more and more a respectable undertaking, and the men with clean shirts, clean nands and clean purposes are making their way to the places which were formerly controlled by ward-healers and political spoilsman. All of which demonstrates the correctness of the old darkie's comment "dat de worl' do move," and is progressing on the way. EXCELLENT SCHOOLS FOR CHILDREN OF MINERS By way of illustrating the advantages of Wert Virginia for miners who want to enter fields where they may bring up families in sober, moral and enlightened communities, a prominent mining man of the Pocahontas field has called attention to the excellent schools in Fayette, Raleigh, Mercer, McDowell and Mingo counties, as well as other sections. In speaking of the fine new buildings the operator told of the money spent there within the last four or five years for this purpose. Several years ago some of the operators and miners noted the absence of substantial school houses, with modern equipment, in the Pocahontas field. Both employers and employees were aroused to the need of such buildings and equipments, and they united in representations to the proper county authorities. It was pointed out that the bulk of the taxes was paid by people connected with the coal industry and those living in the mining camps. County authorities saw the point and took action, and the result of that action is found today in the beautiful brick school buildings in the counties mentioned. These buildings have the latest things in school equipment, and in addition some of the best teachers in the State are to be found there. The educational standard is high, and the children of miners are getting the same schooling as the children of operators, and many are preparing for college side by side. Raleigh County News (Wm. F. Denny.) The agreement made between the operators and the Union mine workers has not in the least relieved the situation in Raleigh county, scores of men are looking for work and the shoe "cobler" is the only man that keeps busy. Attorney J. S. Butte of Clarksburg and Beckley spent several days last week in Lester, and was the guest of Mr. Wm. F. Denny. Lawyer Butte left Saturday for (Donsied on Pam A.) KEYSTONE, WEST VIRGINIA, FRIDAY, APR. 9, 1915 Birds Eye View Of The Bluestone Baptist Sunday School Convention The Baptist Sunday School Convention which convened with the Memorial Baptist Church at Switchback under the pastoral charge of Rev. J. W. Crocket was in every way a success. The attendance was the best for years. A large delegation from the various fields were there and made excellent reports, each and all of which showed that the churches and Sunday schools were wideawake. The good people of Switchback spared no pains in taking care of the convention and their hospitality measured in the unstunted bounty of their tables and the unlimited confidence manifested in the visiting friends and delegates as welcome guests, clearly proved that they were equal to the occasion and they won the popular applause of everybody who came. No hard times are in Switchback. The position taken on subjects which are of vital importance was of a very high ground. They recommended a stronger stand for higher education and made it plain that the churhr ought to be opposed to the handling of intoxicating liquors under and all circumstances. Rev R. W. Hill, pastor of Mt. Chapel Baptist Church, Princeton, made a strong appeal for a better understanding and a more cordial relation between pastors and people of all churches. He recommended the idea of giving the children something to do in the church and around the house at home. He made a strong statement to the effect that most men and women of today had rather ruin than to see success at the hands of some one else other than that they are the "its"—the "I am." PARLIAMENTARIANS the parliamentarians of the convention or union as the name may be called were Revs J. E. Prior, W. C. Clements, R. D. W. Meadows and R. W. Hill. For some little time every session they amused and entertained the public with cross firing at each other over first one then another parliamentary point. They were equal to the occasion and up to the present no one has been thoroughly able to decide which has the most right to the title of hero at the display of parliamentary tactics. Rev. R. H. McKoy, D. D., president of The Golden Rule Beneficial and Endowment Association, was there and as usual is recognized as an authority on most any quetion that may or might arise. He is cool and level headed at all times but you may bet your last dollar on what he says to be generally right. Mrs. Mattie Thornton, of Keystone, who was re-elected corresponding secretary took a very active part in the deliberations ann very excellently represented the side of the women in the convention. COL. JAS. E. JONES CONTRIBUTES TO UNION Kev. Crockett, the pastor and who is so well liked by his congregation, needs to feel complimented at the recognition and interest shown him and the cause he represents by Col. James Elwood Jones who was a liberal contributor to the general expenses for the entertainment of the delegates and visiting friends who witnessed these meetings. MISSIONARY AND SOCIAL WORK RECOMMENDED The committee on president's address recommended that the surplus money for general expenses be set slide for the purpose of educating some young lady to do missionary and social work within the bounds of the union. This sum to be supplemented by other collections from the various churches throughout the district. Rev. E. G. Holcomb, the fearless, open andfree hearted speaker, preached Wednesday night to and before a crowded house on the subject: "The Spirit a Help to Prayer." His work at both Berwind and Goodwill is very good. Rev. W. W. Hicks of Bluefield, pastor of Mount Zion Baptist Church, one of the tallest preachers in the coal field, standing about six and a half feet in his socks, acted as temporary chairman and held the other fellow's feet to the fire in their scraps on the floor. The good people, representing both the membership and friends of the church were very liberal in their reception of the delegates and visitors. They fed and domiciled them plentiously. Rev. L. Dabney, the young lion in the gospel, is the right man in the right place and his re-election to the position as president of the union again confirms the public's confidence in him and his ability to hold and conduct this all important position. Chicken fared very roughly during this convention. Many house-wives are guilty of having stained their hands with innocent blood—chicken blood. Miss Nannie L. Watkins, Secretary and re-elected to the same position as an attestation of the delegate's approval of her usefulness, was at her post every session of the union. With perfect accuracy and dispatch she timely recorded the minutes and was able at every minute of the meetings to account for every action of the members of the body and their deliberations. She made an enviable record both for herself and that of the body. The sermon preached by Rev. McKoy was admitted by everybody who heard it to have been the best of any during the entire session of the union. He was introduced by Rev. Dabney, chairman of the meeting, as an organizer, preacher, and a straighttoward citizen. The doctor said the people of today need an every day, practical, common sense religion which manifests itself in one's everyday life. Rev. Clemmons rewarded the prizes to those who were successful in the closely contested struggle for who could recite the most verses in the Bible without making mistakes. The successful ones are as follows: Miss Thethena Webber, received the first prize; Thomas Cobbs, second prize and Miss Josephene Hairton won third prize. All officers were unanimously re-elected to serve another twelve months. Rev. I. J. Hall, perhaps one of the most eloquent pulpit orators in the county was on hand and made the occasion spicy by his novel installation service conducted by him. Rev. G. W. Woody, pastor of Rock Hill Baptist Church of Gary, was called upon to offer special prayer for Rev. T. J. Brandon of Big Stone Gap, Va., who is very sick at his home. This was made a very effective service. Rev. Epperson, of The Winding Gulf, preached a most excellent sermon Thursday night in the absence of Rev. Mitchell who was detained on account of ill health. Rev. J. B. Evans, the evangelist and orator, played his part well at and on every part of the program when called upon. He, too, preached a very fine sermon Friday night. He has charge of Marytown church. Rev. Nesbitt, District Missionary, gave some interesting information of the work generally in his district. Held A Great Meeting with Memorial Baptist Sunday School April 1-2, 1915. Large Attendance. Interesting Discussions (By NANNIE L. WATKINS) (Official Reporter.) The Bluestone Baptist Sunday School Union met with the Memorial Baptist church at Switchback, W. Va., Rev. J. W. Crockett, pastor; Underwood Price, superintendent. The delegates began to arrive Wednesday night and from then on until Friday morning. Thursday morning at 9 o'clock Rev. L. Dabney took the chair and called the house to order. Revs. W. R. Woodson and Lee Epperson conducted the devotionals, at the conclusion of which Rev. C. Dabney, the president, declared the 29th annual meeting of the Bluestone Baptist Sunday School Union open for business. Dr. R. H. McKoy, L. T. Clark, Miss Mildred Garrett, S. W. Allen were appointed to take charge of the finances. Rev. L. Epperson, Mrs. Lelia Martin, Archie Poe were appointed to read letters. Rev. E. G. Holcomb, Mrs. W. E. Stewart, Rev. W. R. Woodson constituted the committee on new bodies. Then letter reading engaged the attention of the union until 10:30 o'clock, when Rev. W. R. Woodson presented a paper, "The Pastor as a Leader in Sunday School Work," which was able and instructive. At 11 o'clock Rev. R. W. Hill preached the introductory sermon from Duet. 31:38; subject, "Encouragement." The speaker dwelt on encouragement of the young people; that parents should not encourage them in parlor games, for this is the first step to gambling; he said that one-tenth of the professional gamblers started this way, and parents should encourage their children along all lines of church work. It was one of the greatest sermons of the union. At 3 o'clock Rev. Dabney delivered his annual address which contained several valuable recommendations. The entire address was, by vote, referred to a committee, after which Miss Algena Evans highly entertained the union with a beautiful solo, entitled, "His Cross is Not Greater Than the Crown. At 8 o'clock Rev. L. Epperson preached a wonderful sermon from 'Palms 73:24: "Thou shall Guide Me with Thy Council and Afterwards Receive Me to Thy Glory." After which an excellent letter of welcome was presented by Mrs. R. H. Moore; the response was given by Rev. I. J. Hall. After appointing various committees this closed the first day's session. Friday morning the delegates filled the house. At 10 o'clock the competitors were heard from; they were representatives of four schools. Thelma Webber received the first prize, $2.50, she recited 189 bible verses. Thomas Cobbs, of Marytown, received the second prize, $1.50; he recited 178 verses. Josephine (Continued on page 3.) POLITICS AND PUBLIC SCHOOLS (BY SAUNDERS B. MOON.) The success of the Terre Haute election frande prosecution foreshadows, we believe, the passing of extensive cheating in elections in this country. The public conscience has become so refined that it can no longer brook party success at any price of honor. Such a state of the public mind could not and would not exist had not public education prepared the soil and made the way straight. The public school has been the champion of all agencies in the diffusion of general knowledge. Perhaps it may be said that in the golden age of literature, art and science in the history of the greatest nations of the past, political cabals, intrigues and corrupt practices in politics have existed, and that therefore, the spread of knowledge must not be the cause of the awakening of the public conscience. Such a conclusion would, however, be a patent error—a ridiculous assumption. When we think a moment, however, we will recall that in the era of great progress in learning in the past, all culture was confined to a very small percentage of the total population—to that class which is in our time and country referred to sometimes as "the four hundred." It is apparent then, that never before in the history of the world has there been a dissemination of knowledge that had no limitations of class, race, religion or sex. Nowhere in our country is the tendency toward political purity stronger than in the South. The Democratic party in the South cheated the Republican party until the adoption of constitutions restricting the privilege of voting made such cheating no longer necessary; but the Democrats had no sooner put the Republican party out of the reckoning than they began cheating one another in primaries, conventions and the like. They found that it is hard indeed "to teach an old dog new tricks." They perceived with horror that a thief's mantle is as hard to shake off as "the old man of the island," and they are even too struggling painfully to save themselves from the very schemes (improved and elaborated) that were used to make the Democratic party a perpetual institution of the South. For many years it has been much regretted in other parts that the South should remain solidly Democratic. We have no such regret; because we believe that the South will soon be enlightened sufficiently to lose the Democratic habit, and that the public school will be the source whence "the light" will spring. We often hear of the baneful effect of politics upon the public schools, but we are persuaded that instead of politics having a deleterious effect upon the schools, the schools exert an influence upon politics that is most wholesome and desirable; and that those who are complaining belong to that by no means inconsiderable portion of our population, whose views, aims and spheres of activity are as petty, narrow and cramped as those of an irreconcilable West Virginia legislator. And in passing, we shall find no better point than right here to stand up on our hind legs and remark, that the public schools have done their work so thoroughly in this state, that there is little doubt that the next legislature of West Virginia will be made up almost entirely of new faces, and that, too, without regard to party; for Democrats and Republicans alike in the last legislature showed that they were not born to perform aught but the very simplest duties of private life. The constitution of West Virginia does not require a two-thirds majority in the legislature to override the governor's veto, as do the constitutions of most of the other states; but a bare majority of the legislature may, in this state, pass a law over the executive's veto. The legislature could have passed any revenue measure that suited that body, irrespective of the governor's wishes and recommendations. The legislature failed, but the sovereign electors that the public schools have been turning out in these latter years will not fail to see that in the future the forensic abilities of those gentlemen (Democrats and Republicans) who composed the last legislature, shall not again be allowed to stray beyond local pastureage. Having grown tired of the "kidding" they get in the comic supplements and funny columns of the press, hoboes of the United States are going to start a newspaper of their own. James Eda How, the "millionaire hobo," imparted the news in his address to the Cincinnati branch of the International Brotherhood Welfare Association, of which he is the head, at 220 East Pearl street recently. The first issue will be off the press next week. There will be correspondents in Cincinnati and other large cities. How will pay the cost of getting out the sheet. Robert W. Irwin is to be the editor. No "bum" comedy about hoboes will be allowed. How will endeavor to make the paper a factor in obtaining state and national legislation for the benefit of the unemployed. How recently was bequeathed a fortune estimated at $250,000 by his mother. He says the money does not belong to him, as he did not earn it. He will use the money to help hoboes. He contemplates an organization of boys, the sons of hoboes, on the order of the Boy Scouts, to uplift the youngest "Already I have deposited a consider able sum in bank at St. Louis in the name of 'the people,' How said. "The people' will have a voice in the management of this trust fund. I still adhere to the belief I held when my father died, that a man who inherits money is not entitled to it." To Dr. W. H. Ambrose-Barrett- Mesdames M T. and J. M. Whittico Hostess. The City Hall was the scene of a beautiful reception Friday night with Mess dames M. T. and J. M. Whitteco hostess and Dr. W. H. Ambrose-Barrett guest to honor. The hostess had things beautifully arranged and received the guests with that ease and grace for which they are noted and were assisted in their efforts to give pleasure by Miss Mary Robinson. Music was furnished by James Smith, the noted pianist and the guest danced and played cards until 11 o'clock, when supper was announced. Covers were laid for twenty-eight and a delicious repast was served. After supper dancing and games continued until about 2 a.m. Attorney B. E. Carter in his immutable style sang, "I se gwine back to Dixie," which provoked much amusement and the versatile lawyer was compelled to respond to encore after encore. The occasion of the reception was the desire on the part of the Whittico's to do honor to Dr. Barrett, an intimate friend of the families, who was about to leave Keystone to pursue his profession in other fields. No one outside of the city was invited and local society turned one in numbers to do honor to the brilliant young doctor. Those present in assisting the hostess were, the guest of Misses Mary Robinson, C. L. Sinkford, Aliceen and Katherine Harper, Clara and Anna Abbott, Mesmages Truia Bridgeford, Lizzie Lord, Sallie Stovall-Hill Messra, J. M. and M. T. Whittico, G F. and T. Edward Hill, J. C. Bryant, Summer Mills, A. L. Calboun, W. F. Sample, J. Wesley Grey, W. Vernal Bridgeford, B. E. Carter, H. J. Capehart, W. L. Colson, G. N. Marshall, James Smith, pianist. White Chauffeurs Object to Negro Driver White Chauffeurs Object to Negro Driver Miama, Fla.—Members of the winter colony are up in arms because of the treatment accorded Charles Stultz, chancellor for Edward L. Stone, president of the Stone Printing and Manufacturing Company of Roanoke, Va. Mr. Stone, accompanied by W. H. Lewis, superintendent of motive power of the Norfolk and Western Railroad, has been touring the South for several years. The local organization of white chauffeurs threatened Stultz, and stated he would not be allowed to drive in Miama. Mr. Stone appealed to the police for protection and was furnished two men, but was told he could not be given absolute protection. Mr. Stone shipped his car to Roanoke, and went on to Havana in company with Mr. Lewis, Stultz returned home by train. Mr. Stone in speaking of the incident, said that he had negro drivers all over the South, but never before experienced such outrageous treatment, which seemed peculiar to Miama. "I shall warn my friends in the North. I have submitted to the treatment merely to avoid trouble, which the authorities admit they cannot prevent." The winter colony resented deeply the treatment accorded Mr. Stone and expressed themselves in emphatic terms. Harry S. Black, who employs a Negro porter on his private car, said: "The very idea that a man cannot come into Miami with Negro servants without being mobed by a lot of rufians is a disgrace to the community." Harry S. T. Stewart, banker of Pittsburgh said: "I cannot express myself too forcefully on the outrageous reception to Mr. Stone and his friends. If I kept a car in Miami and Negro chauffeur he would drive for me if I had to carry a shotgun to protect him, and then if anything happened I would hold the city and county responsible." LARGEST CIRCULATION OF ANY WEEKLY IN THE STATE OF WEST VIRGINIA. NUMBER 5 Jack Johnson Defeated by Jess Willard in 26th Round Jack Leads The Fight For Twenty-two Rounds---Clean Fight From Beginning to End. HAVANA, April 5.—Jack Johnson, exiled from his own country, today lost his claim to historic fame as the heavyweight champion of the world, the title being wrested from him by Jesse Willard, the Kansas cowboy, the biggest man who ever entered the prize ring and a "white hope" who at last has made good. On Wednesday Johnson, his wife and a little group of friends will sail for Martinique, there to await passage boat to France, where Johnson proposes to settle down and lead the life of a farmer. There is no doubt that he is through with the rims. Willard, who is being acclaimed tonight as the new champion, is going back to the United States to win the fortune which was denied him today when Johnson got $50,000 before the fight started. Willard taking only a small share of the net receipts. Just what his share was is not known. Today's fight was unparalleled in the history of ring battles. For twenty rounds Johnson punched and pounded Willard at will, but his blows grew perceptibly less powerful as the fight progressed until at last he seemed unable or unwilling to go on. Johnson soon stopped leading and for three or four rounds the battle between the two huge men was little more than a series of plastic poses of white or black gladiators. So it was until the 25th round, when Willard got one of his widely swinging windmill right hand sunshades to Johnson's heart. This was the beginning of the end. When the round closed Johnson sent word to his wife that he was all in and told her to start for home. She was on the way out and was passing the ring in the 20th round when a stinging left to the body and a cyclonic right to the jaw caused Johnson to crumple on the floor of the ring, where he lay partly outside the ropes until the reference counted ten and held up Willard's hand in token of his newly won laurels. There is much discussion tonight and probably will be for a long time among the followers of the fighting game, as to whether Johnson was really knocked out. In the sense of being smashed into unconsciousness he certainly was not put out. The consensus of opinion is that Johnson expected and knew that there was no possibility of his winning; so when knocked down he chose to take the count rather than rise and stand further punishment. Johnson has often stated that fighting is a business and he would not foolishly submit to repeated knockdowns when he found he had met his master. A second or two after Jack Welch, the referee, had counted ten Johnson quickly got up. It was well that he did so, for a moment later a rush of spectators to the fighting platform all but smothered the pugilist. For an instant it seemed as if trouble threatened but some fifty or more of the several hundreds of soldiers stationed about the fight arena jumped into the ring and formed circles around the vanquished and the victor. Under escort of the soldiers Willard and Johnson left the ring and went to their dressing rooms, while the crowd cheered and broke into wild discussion. Willard was out of his dressing room in a few moments and in his automobile on his way back to Havana. He was escorted half way to the city from the race track, where the fight was held, by a troop of Cuban cavalry. Crowds lined the streets and the new white champion was loudly cheered. He was decidedly the favorite of the crowds all through the fight and tonight is the hero of the island. Willard probably is the most modest champion who ever stepped from the prise ring, taking his victory as philosophically as he had looked forward to the fight. Neither he nor Johnson showed much evidence of having been engaged in a heavyweight championship battle. The new champion's lip, right ear and left cheek showed slight cuts but at no time was there more than a drop or two of blood in evidence. In this respect the fight was in great contrast to the Johnson-Jeffries fight at Keno five years ago when Jeffries was cut to pieces and blood splashed on the spectators at the ringside. Evidently thinking that this condition might prevail today, Johnson objected to the presence of a white woman in the newspaper men's seat just outside the ropes and she was relegated to a place out of possible range. On the contrary, no fight between heavyweights that has gone to a finish was cleaner or less brutal. Johnson's (Continued on Page 4.1) MEMBER NATIONAL NZORC PRESS ASSOCIATION BE. RATNER THAN SEEM TO BE WHITTICO & HILL PUBLISHED & PROPRITORS. M. T. WHITTICO, Editor. T. EDWARD HILL, Business Mgr. 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We call attention to these conditions and serve notice that in the future we will complain to the Post Office Department at Washington against any and all post masters, clerks or employees who fail or neglect to properly deliver Tne McDowell Times. Great in Defeat JACK JOHNSON lost the war Willard in the 26th round fallen champion did most of the Johnson makes no excuse for him. He was a great heights, and fell before youth, still been the history of prize fight about his private life, in the r I lost the world's chance in 26th round of a great and most of the fighting fights is no excuse of apology as a great fighter, clean and youth, strength and we prize fighters. What life, in the ring he was in cut. Age succumbs. Now, maybe, the white seekers after notoriety be permitted to spend JACK JOHNSON lost the world's championship to Jess Willard in the 26th round of a great battle in which the fallen champion did most of the fighting for 24 rounds. Johnson makes no excuse of apology and we make none for him. He was a great fighter, clean and fair in his battles, and fell before youth, strength and vitality as has ever been the history of prize fighters. Whatever may be said about his private life, in the ring he was a master who was great, fair and clean cut. Age succumbs to youth as will ever be the case. Now, maybe, the white press will cease hounding him and seekers after notoriety will stop their abuse and he will be permitted to spend his days in peace and quiet. on good authority that he is alleged was forced to illegal fees, has been a well county by Hon. In the Prohibition Department, accept bribes, arrest and destroying confiscated or "bootleggers" to dispense officers and alleged office and they are using the p It is reported upon good authority that a former deputy sheriff, who it is alleged was forced to resign from his position for taking illegal fees, has been appointed prohibition officer in McDowell county by Hon. Fred O. Blue. If this is true, then the Prohibition Department is licensing men to hold up, rob, accept bribes, arrest men falsely for fees and instead of destroying confiscated liquor drink it or turn it over to other "bootleggers" to dispose of. There are entirely too many officers and alleged officers preying upon inoffensive people and they are using the prohibition law to increase their fees. If this condition of affairs continue we will take the lid off, hurt whom it may. THE Evangelist is to be congratulated on the strong stand he is taking in this city against sin and sinners. He is not parlying with sin and is asking the sinners no boot as to whether they like what he says or not. Those who get the madest because he tells them of their crookedness only but goes to prove that they are hit and hit hard. Tell the truth brother, regardless of whom it hurts. The McDowell Times is with you and the very first old hippocrite we catch complaining and asking that you let up from exposing the open dirt practiced in this town, we will publish his or her name. We know these devils are here. They have a right to mix their religion with their business. These business men and women ought to take more pride in urging their young men and daughters to study religion or Christianity from the standpoint of business. Pay your debts, live kindly and friendly toward each other and stop back-biting your neighbors. You who are living as man and wife ought to be able to show your certificate any time. WHEN good men are placed in office, whether by appointment or by olection, we are willing to doff our hats at them. But when men of questionable character and whose STATEMENT OF OWNERSHIP Management etc., required by the act of August 24, 1912, of The McDowell Times published weekly at Keystone, W. Va.; for April 1, 1915: Editor, M. T. Whittico, Keystone, W. Va.; Business Manager, T. Edward Hill, Keystone, W. Va.; Publishers, Whittico & Hill, Keystone, W. Va. Owners: M. T. Whittico, Keystone, W. Va., T. Edward Hill, Keystone, W. Va. No bondholders, mortgages or other security holders. Sworn to and subscribed before me this 30th day of March, 1915. 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. Inst Post Masters Only coming into this office from any do not get the McDowell say they miss several weeks papers at one time. We have complaints and find that the clerk, because on our mailingers and that the papers are the records of the local post some post masters and clerks McDowell Times go, either or prejudice fail to deliver they call for them and it has of The McDowell Times are post offices. In fact we have are rescued from the fire at a times of subscribers who will regular for their mail. Fromention that a boy sells The McDowell when we have no agent at present there or near except to the conditions and serve notice complain to the Post Office Definst any and all post masters, or neglect to properly deliver world's championship to Jess of a great battle in which the be fighting for 24 rounds. of apology and we make none ever, clean and fair in his bat- length and vitality as has ever ers. Whatever may be said he was a master who was Vultures. FRIDAY, APR. 9, 1915 reputation is checkered with crookedness in the discharge of public duties then we think that kind of man ought not to be elected nor appointed to any office. NOW is the time to begin to clean up your homes and around the premises. Have you paid for The Times? Well, you can't go to Heaven if you fail to pay for your paper. COVINGTON A pleasurable event of the week was a play given by Pine Street Circle in the church ball Wednesday March 31. The play, which was entitled Slabtown District Convention, attracted the crowded house to the utmost. One of the greatest novelties was the sermon preached by Mr. C. L. Hall. He is an extraordinary laugh producer. Miss Lucy Tomblin of Clifton Forge is visiting relatives and friends in Ronceverte this week. Joseph Morris, the son of Mr. George Morris of Warm Springs, was seriously wounded by being struck over the head with a lantern. He was taken to the C. & O. Hospital in Clifton Forge Wednesday, March 31, for medical treatment This incident strikes my mind so forcibly, I feel that I have not discharged my duty in this respect until I have made an attempt to call my people's attention to it. As I was soliciting insurance the other day I went into one of our homes and found a white agent standing over one of our women with his hat on demanding her to take out some insurance. I am not saying anything against insurance but it is high time for us to demand the same respect from the white agents as they do from us. I see no reason why the white agents can't make their living amongst their own race as we are forced to make our living among ours. The insurance commissioner has so arranged it that a certain sum of money has to be deposited with the state before they can do business, and if the Negro insurace agents are forced to do business amongst themselves, why not compel the white agents to leave us alone on this line. A word to the wise is sufficient. Mr. Archie Wright and daughter, Mrs. Julia Matthews, are spending sometime in Ollestan, W. Va. Sunday, April 4, was a busy day for our people. Each of the Baptist churches rendered interesting programs at 3 o'clock. They were well attended. An interesting feature of this week was a contest drill, given Monday night at the church hall for the benefit of First Baptist church. The contestants were well trained, the ladies being under the auspices of Mrs. Carrie Miller, the gentlemen under Mr. John Walker. After the drills, the audience were allowed to cast a vote of one cent for the best drill. The ladies, as were expected, won, 55 to 16. Miss Mary Goodwin of Clifton Forge spent Easter Sunday and Monday with Miss Lillian Saddler of this city. Miss Saddler is one of our public school teachers. DR. JOSEPH BROWN LOCATED HERE Dr. Joseph Brown, formerly of Bram- well has moved to this city and is loca- tive in the house formerly occupied by Dr. W. H. Ambrose-Barrett. Dr. Brown is well known in Keystone- being a member of the Flat Top Medi- cal association, and a close friend of Drs. Marshall, Harrison and Colson. He is a physician and surgeon of ability, and no doubt will make good in this city. The doctor brings with him his family, consisting of wife and baby girl. Mrs. Brown will be a valuable addition to Keystone society. The many friends of Dr. Joseph Brown wish him the success which his accom- plishments merit. FIRE BOSS KILLED W. Va. Wednesday morning about 8 o'clock Mr. John Belbert, fire boss in King's Coal Co.'s mine met with the unfortunate accident of being struck by falling slate from the effects of which he died instantly. He was killed on No 6 Cross, room 13. He was an Englishman and had recently taken this place. "Red Fox" in Town Hon. C. E. Harman, member of the West Virginia House of Delegates from this county, has been in his home city for the past week looking after his real estate interests. Mr. Harman went to his farm in Tazewell, Va., when the extra session of the legislature adjourned and was confined to the house because of illness for about two weeks. Mr. Harman, who is familiarly called "Red Fox" by his friends, is being congratulated on every hand because of his unceasing watchfulness of the interests of his constituents during the recent session of the legislature and if possible he is more popular in McDowell than before. PULASKI CITY Our city awoke in surprise Saturday morning to see the ground white with snow but it was soon gone after old Sol smiled upon it. Regardless of the snow caped mountains, we had a very pleasant Easter, though the atmosphere was considerable cool. The churches were thronged as well as the streets with our fashionable people with many new frocks in the latest style. The Sunday school of the First Baptist Church rendered an excellent program Sunday evening. It was conducted by Mrs. Dr. Corbin. Also the Easter exercises of the M. E. Church was very successful. The Need More church rendered their Easter program last evening with much success. Mr. A. B. Miller, uncle of Nathina Miller, died at Dublin last Friday. Mrs. Hannah B. Rapay is indisposed this week. We hope for her recovery soon. Pulaski was honored by the presence of a host of friends from various cities and schools. Miss Virginia Scott of the Christiansburg Institute spent the Easter at home. Mr. O. M. Clark, a graduate Christiansburg Institute and a prospective medical student for University of Pennsylvania, was among the number who visited the city. The Young Men's Social Club gave a social at the Southwest Hotel in honor of those who were visiting. Miss S. B. Scott, Clerk of the Southern Aid Society of Virginia, will leave next week for a few days stay at Gary, W. Va., with her brother, Mr. Harry Scott. T. J. Milliner, Supt., will be inspecting on his regular rounds at Pocahontas and Tazewell, in a few days. Mrs. Rev. Campbell has been with us for several days conducting a meeting at the Holy Church. Mrs. Pauline Crosby who left us a few days ago for the Red Cross Sanitorium at Louisville, Ky., where she will take up a train nurse course, is reported to be getting along fine with her training. Mr. Chas. Jones who has been suffering with lumbago for several weeks is improving, after following Editor Whittico's prescription. Whittico "should worry." When you read, read THE TIMES NOT Land for I have for sale 5 AC room house. All new one good spring or young orchard just About one-thin land is underlaid by a 4 Foot Ve Already opened for in is just about 3 min Station at Bramwell, property of MRS. TERMS OF SALE: 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 BOX 354 The Genera Fire an The General Accident. Fire and Life Insurance Incorporation ORGANIZED OVER 25 YEARS AGO 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 S. B. SCOTT BOX 354 ART EXHIBITION IN WASHINGTON Richard L. Brown, Former West Virginian Exhibits Paintings LARGE CROWDS VIEW PAINT- WASHINGTON, D. C., April 10.—From Easter Sunday until Thursday lovers of Art in the capitol city viewed with appreciation the paintings of Richard Lonsdale Brown, who is a former student of the West Virginia Collegiate Institute and whose works of art have attracted national attention and brought forth favorable comment from art lovers, art critics and artists all over the Perhaps a word about young Brown would be of interest. His life, until about eighteen years of age was spent in the hills of West Virginia, and his first pictures were made before he had ever seen a painting. With several of these under his arm he began to approach the art dealers of New York. Discouraged and well-nigh disheartened he sought out Mr. Brush, who saw in these crude attempts the true artist's instinct. Later the N. A. A. C. P. interested itself in him and through the efforts of Miss Mary White Ovington, he was enabled to hold an exhibition at the Ovington Brothers' Company of Fifth avenue, New York, a most unusual opportunity for one so young. His work is most favorably described in an opinion of it which has been published by Will Rothenstein, himself a great artist: "Mr. Brown has a very precious gift—a vision of his own nature which has a touching quality of beauty." This art exhibit was held in the parlors of the home of Mrs. Carrie Clifford at 1944, 9th St. N. W Mrs. Clifford is an art lover, poetess and lecturer and is doing all in her power to encourage the young Negro artist. Many of Washington's leading citizens viewed the work of the young mountaineer and the papers gave splendid accounts of the exhibition which were very complimentary to the artist. A. L. Spencer Quick Lunches and meales Ice Cream, Confectioneries Pop, Tobacco etc. Mora, W. Va. ICE! for Sale TREES of LAND, 1 four necessary out buildings, in the premises. Nice beginning to bear. and of the above named ein of Coal inspection. This land rutes walk from the W. Va., and is the JENNIE TURNER. CASH OR CREDIT Froe, POCAHONTAS, VA. I Accident. d Life Incorporation 25 YEARS AGO Welch Undertaking COMPANY Funeral Directors and Embalmers WELCH, WEST VIRGINIA CHAPEL AND FABRICATE CAR MINERS' HOSPITAL Telephone CHAS. H. RICE, Agent Northfork, W. Va. Complete Line of Drugs, Medicines, Druggista' Sundries, and Toilet Articles. When in Bluefield call to see us. Only five minutes walk from the radroad station. Soda at the fount. STRAIGHTEN YOUR HAIR BEFORE AFTER PRESTO STRAIGHTENS THE MOST OBSEPHATE STUBBORN KINNY HAIR. PRESTO' removes Davdell, Tetts, and other Skin Diseases of the SCALP; PRESTO' makes the HAIR GROW; PRESTO' is Harmless, Clean and Lasting. PRESTO' is the Greatest Discovery Known to Mankind in this Line. 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Dock Fudge and Frank Smart are the first violators of the prohibition amendment to receive the extreme penalty of the law in Raleigh county, both receiving at the hands of Squire Robertson a sentence of six months and a fine of $500. Myrtle Early who was tried at the same time received a sentence of four months and two hundred dollars. All three of the defendants appealed. Mr. and Mrs. Huston Lowe of Glen White were in town last week. Mrs. M. J. Woodson had the pleasure of having her mother and sister to pay her a visit last week. Mrs. Fleming Green and Mrs. Pearl Washington, both of whom have been on the sick list, were at the church festival Saturday evening. Miss Josephene Wright and Mr. Alonzi Jones are reported to have gone to Catlettesburg for a few days. Henry Mallory is back in town again for a short time. Richard Twitty spent a few days in Hinton. It was last Sunday, Easter that our matrons, maids and sweet babes, with their new hats and new frocks were veritable flower gardens. Read The McDowell Times for all the news. STRAIGHTEN YOUR HAIR NOTICE Notice is hereby given that I, George Turner, who was convicted for violation of the Yost Prohibition law and sentenced to the McDowell county road for six months and to pay a fine of $500.00, will on or after April 15, apply to the Governor of West Virginia for clemency. I have served my time and being unable to pay the fine will ask executive clemency. GEORGE TURNER Brown Bros. HOTEL BILLIARD ROOM Cafe and BARBER SHOP H. BROWN, Manager Ninth St. Bet. 6th and 7th Ave Huntington, W Va. NOTIGE! I. L. U. TO THE FRONT We want a reliable person, woman or man, in every town and locality to represent the I. L. U. Department of the North American Accident Insurance Company of Chicago. We want such persons to be protected by our license and all rights reserved. Such persons will be appointed by our State Deputy His office is only 50 yards from the Station. For full particulars call and see, or write. Information will be furnished free. Start at once and make big money! 4-2 to 4-23 To the Public We take pleasure in announcing that in the future Mr. N. S. Buhne will solicit for the McDowell Times. He is authorized to solicit job-work, advertising, subscriptions and to collect for same. Mr. Buhne has been in the employ of the McDowell Times for six months and is familiar with all phases of the printing business. We ask our subscribers and patrons to encourage him by giving us business and paying up their accounts. Nervous? Mrs. Walter Vincent, of Pleasant Hill, N. C., writes: "For three sum- mer I suffered from SPECIAL SALE ON SHOES and OXFORDS BOSTONIAN regular $5.00 and $6.00 Shows for $4.23 ieee BEN HILL, Mgr. BROOKS BROS. Northfork, W. 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After lots are paid for all the money needed to build can be obtained at reasonable rates Any one desiring euch «home can write for tall particulars to Cc. E. McGhee RFD. Ne 2 Huntington, W. Va. LOCAL ITEMS OF INTEREST Dr. G. N. Marshall keeps exceedingly eee these days. His practice is now about ae good as it has ever been, ue ‘spite bard times. Mr; Joe Venable, of the Bluefield Col ored Institute, passed throngh the city Monday. Miss Ollie Gilbert, of Crozier, and Miss Erma A. Mosely, of Kyle, both teachers at Kyle and Elkhorn, respect avely, were in the city Seturday doing their Easter shopping. A result of their trip found them immaculously attired and weariog beeutifal bonnets on Easter ‘fanday morn. Mrs. Frank Smart, of Lester, who hes been visiting ber son and relatives at Eckman and in McDowell county {or Bear 3 months, including 3 weeks’ stay with friends and relatives at Maxmead- ows, Va., returned this week to her home. She stopped off at Bramwell where she had her eyes tested by Dr. W. A. Holley, who is an eye specialist. ‘Mre. Smart has a host of friends in this county, having made many of them while in business at Kimball. Dr. and Mrs. W. V. Bridgeford made ‘& sucial trip to BlueGield Sunday, the guests of Dr. Clarence Rodgers, whom, they joyously report, received and most hospitably entertained them. They alec expressed that they enjoyed themselves ‘most immensely. Mr. Bennie Hill, formerly with G. Hyman & Son, of Keystone, but whe is now with Brooke Bros., at Northiork, hae steadily increased business con- ditions at this place to such an extent that it te largely recognized by the out- side public as well as those who own the store. He is bustier and we venmre he will have everything in full blow before the apring has far advanced. Rev. W. H. Brown. of Gz-y, and pas. tor of the M. E. church there, is assist- ing Rev. W. R. Burger at Northfork, who is conducting a revival meeting, which is winning many souls fer God. ‘They both were in Keystone yesteniay. Misa Jemie B. Hill, of the B.C. 1, accompanied by ber little niece, Beatrice, daughter of Prof.and Mrs. J. L. Hill, spent Easter in the city, the guests of Business Manager and Mrs. T. Edward Hill, They returned to Bluefield Tues- day on No. 2. ‘The Golden Rule sssociation in its District meeting next Monday promises to be ® capital meeting. All Golden Rule officers and members are cordially invited to be present and to take an se- tive part in the deliberations. Rabbit Farm Mr. Jobn C. Calhoun is enlargening and improving hie rabbit farm. From one pair of rabbits a few months ago he bas raised adrove numbering about « hendred, being of Belgian hare and An- fre stock. They are of several colors and preent a heent'tol spectacle when sliowed uw xambol wer the iewn. Mr. Calbono hae paipin! Ue cages and ex. langened the cavities in the eround for denetit of bie dainty pets For many yous ~~ .-—Y people, in the person of Jack Johnson, have hei the championship of pagilism for the world. During this time that element of our population have conducted them: selves with becoming moderation. Not withstanding the fact that their mas wae up in years, as pugilists go, when be toed the mark Monday at Havana, bie friends of the colored race showed themselves to be true sports, espoused hie cause, and, so far ss heard from, ‘they backed him with their money. He ‘went down at Havana like Jeffries, Sul- liven and other champions before nim have gone down to « younger and ‘stronger man. ‘There is not much to moralize upon in commenting upon the pugilistic arens and its champions, but there is some- thing in human nature which makes it takes supreme interest in all kinds of athletic sports. It is quite apparent that it will be = long time before contents which mean that one man must take the count, will be lacking in universal bu- man interest. Other champions will come and go, but whoever may hold the championship of the world will be a fig- ture of world-wide interest. Jack Johnson bas been a wonderful ‘specimen of the human machine. Big bodied, long armed, well muscled, with ‘@ pretty good bead ands brave heart, he won the championship and beld it ‘against all comers until Monday. We |eannot bid him farewell as the champion of the world without paying the compli- ‘ment to the colored race, that in holding this championship they have done them- jeelves no harm in the eyes of the world, and no one will begrudge them the honor ‘of having furnished to the world the best pugilist. who presented bimeelt, for five years.—Charleston Gazette. (Dem.) What Johnson Says ‘Speaking of the fight Johnson declared thet the knock ont pnnch did not land on the jaw. bat landed low on the cheek near the ear. “Lam going to follow a plan I have had in my mind for some time,” said the ex-champion. “‘I shall settle on « farm in France after the war and be « gentleman farmer. I shall live the rest of my life easy. There will no more fights, nor attempts to regain the title.’” ite Win oa vas om om, BE ies Whatever chstinction attaches to the heavyweight championship of the world wes won Monday by Jem Willard, the Kanese-born cowboy, wrested from « man who bas held it successfully against vations white contestants until be was thought to be invincible. Jack Johneon, the vanquithed, a Negos ‘--w iv “33 veston, Texas, could not prevail againet youth and a stronger physical organiza- tion, in spitd af.the advantages he s- cured in the early stages of the contest and hie longer experience in the ring. Fhe Intelligencer ia not an apologist for Jack Jobuson or a defender of hie moral delinquencies, but ae a matter of single jutic ‘he lo eatitied to whatever are honored in the outlawed fight- ing game. Those of hie race who have followed his fortunes with a racial pride have left to them in the hour of their disappointment the satisfaction that their champion went down in honorable de- feat; and that subtle and cratty as he was in the fistic foray, he always fonght honestly and faced his foes frarlewsly.— Wheeling Intelligencer. (M. E. Weeds) The public schools will not close unill May. The children of Mr. and Mrs. J. F. Woods preseated them with a lovely Easter basket Sanday morning, whieh was indeed an agreeable surprive. Mr. Beanregard Dillard, bev ther ol Mre Kate Weatherford, and Mia Augusta Ditlani, died at Vivian, and bis remains were interred here in the J. I. cometery. Mr. H. B. McClanahan, who has been at the Freedmen’s Hospital in Washington, has returned hom= much improved. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Stephens and Mre. M. L. Brown Mitchell, of Fikhorn, spent Easter Monday in our town Mra. L. G. Woods was on Elkborn Sanday visiting her mother, Mrs. Wu. Hunt, Mrv. Atymos Poindexter is ont of town for a few days. ‘The entertainment given at the Bay- tist church Monday night was quite a rocco, (M. B. Flood.) Ex-Congressman Geo. W. Marray, of South Carolina, entertained = large audience April 3rd at the church. His address was very fine. Rev. W. R. Wootson bas returned from the Sunday School convention which convened in Switebback, and re ports » pleasant trip. ‘Mr. M. Flood spent last week end at Northiork and Keystone attending bus- inews matters. Mr. A. Rodgers, of Lester, W. Va., was & business visitor here last week, Mr. J. E. Clopton, Atty. W. F. Denny and several others of Lester, attended the closing exercises of the Glen White colored school Apr. 2nd. Rev. S. H. Mitehell, of Sylera, W. Va., preached for us a soul stirring ser- mon on Easter Sunday. The Easter entertaininent given Mon: dey night at the Shady Grove Baptist was well attended. Miss Mabell Flood, who has been ill for several weeks, is on a epsudy recov. et Successful Revival CHARLESTON, W. VA., Apr. 6—A revival which started Sabbath evening Mar. 25, at the West Virginia Collegiate Institute resulted in seventy-five persons being converted or reclaimed. Rév. F. Herman Gow, of Charieston, and Rev. R. A. Adams, an evangelist, who has been conducting meetings in Charleston, The Home Pharmacy Opprnite Coles xt Baptist Church Prince on, W. Va. When in & vn call and se os. SODA 4 THE FOUNT ‘Drags, Droggets’ Sondries, Toilet Articles, Tobacco, Cigars and Oigaretten POOL ROOM IN THE REAR Phone No. 164-1. L. J. Bampfield, M. D., Prop, one Jones & Wade Proprietors O18 Grecian Barber Shop, WELOH, W. VA Located Opposite the Station Cleaning and Pressing = Specialty We Shine Your Shoes while You get the Change All work guarantend to give satisiaction ‘or no money We come for and deliver your order if desired Al ‘Treasaser and isco Wa, W.Va bed charge of the services Wednesday ‘nd Thursday mornings. Rev. Mr. Adame is from Kamess City, Kane, and bie meetings in Oberieston and Institute were quite successful. There are no fe- wale eudeste bere eho vo not claim to be converted and oaly five boys. —— AS DURIIE HEALTH NAY OHARLESTON, W.VA, April 6— Governur Hattlekt has imued a pracie- mation eettiog April 19 apart as publie health day. He urges the ministers of the state make eppropnate announce. mente from their pulpite on the Sunday preceding, and appeals to the people of the State to co-operate with the bealth authorities in stamping out preventable diseases. Ry Wm. Tambert, Bluetield, W. Ve. Can you tell me where iv that old time ben—the ben of long ego” ‘That common breed—just the old time ‘stock —the dung hill hen, you know. 1 am speaking, sir, of that common hen; the one with the blood-red comb ; A healthy brood, habits rade; she knew any place as home. When I think of her my thoughts go back te those glorious childhood days, And the old time hen, the dependa- bie hen, the only kind that lays. Masons Renew At a special communication of Cismont Lodge, No. 31, A F. & A. M.. colored, held Tuesday, March %), the members voted unanimously to renew their con- tract with Dr. N. L. Edwards for « ward, comprising three beds, for the nse of any Mason, his wife orchild, in Mercer Sani- tariam. This contract gives each sick person hospital, bed, linen, food and nore, and if he w a patient of Dr. ha- wards, there is no cost for doctor. Any doctor can waiton « patient in this ward. This lodge pays to Mercer Sani- tarinm several handred soliars per year and there is no cost to any Master Mason wife or child.—Bluefield Telegraph. area cae oa Sacred Concert at Rock Gary, W. Va., April 5, 1915. A sacred convert was rendered Monday night in the Rock Hill Baptist churen by the choir un- der the auspices of Messrs. Ben Harris and W. J. Young. | PROGRAM | Singing ....-.__Joy to the world By the Choir. Scripture treading ..___. Rev. W. M. Mickens Prayer......_...Mr. Jobn Pena Singing...My Jesus I Love Thee | By the Choir Opening Address_____. | Rev. J. G. Price ‘Singing __.__.The Lord is Victor By the Choir Paper, Subject, The Risen Christ By Mrs. Mary Higginbotham Recitation ......._._Mary Curtis Solo...........He Died for Me Miss Virgie Cheatham Dec. ........ Hobert Keyfogger Paper___. Mrs. Fannie Johnson Duet........._...: Face to Face Cappie Harris and Bess Hale Mandolin Solo......Ben Haris Dec. _...... James V. Murphy Duet.... Near My God to Thee Svencer and Harris Paper; Subject, Origin of Easter W.M. Jones Rec. .....Miss Jennie Hairston Bele... ...2 «052 000 fely, Og Beatrice Green ‘Ree. ............-....Lona Hale ‘Paper; Subject, ..... ....-. Lent Mrs. Emily Peon Ree... .-.-.Rafus Coles Solo—O, Come His Praine to Sing Bianca Spencer Rec .........-Katherine Floyd Selection. Columbia Orchestra Wonderful Little Performers, 10 Like your house, your system, job, bur they tune up the whole oe 2 te Se ee ae ae 208 feel simply ‘the eprin, Winter has left re Dowels coaxed. your iver iaty| ceeSih "ek aban (sete? your blood impure; you need «| They are made entirely from old. Good inside bousecleaning fashions4, time-tried herbs snd BSentanel Lasatives will do plants (het are used by physicians trick. And do it without pain) daily. Have your druggist send or griping They work you @ box. 10 doses ite. Get ectively than the ordinary) them busy tonight. Your money ROA: Ter (her not only clean] beck if they don't quickly make am@ pet your liver tack om | pe ‘Inet. Trio—Mr. and Mrs. Ben Harris and Wi!t-r Andervon Ree........ Mrs Jesse Brown Solo._... _... Cal ary Maggie Ll. Young Singing. ._____God be With You By the Choir ‘Benediction by the Rev. W. H. Brown. Mintress of Ceremony, Mrs. Sal- Ne James. Application for Pardon | eXgtige ja Meret given that ou about r . 1915, . bon se Sed with gk ‘c oon pardon attorney, Charleston, West Vir. ginia for the pardon of Lester Brown convieted of the crime of rubbery (un- armed) at the October term, 1913, of the Criminal Coart of McDowell aa sentenced to imprisonment in the West Virginie penitentiary for the period of : Signed: LESTER BROWN —_____ Order of Publication. At rules held in the Clerk's Ovtice of the Cireait Qourt of McDowell County, on the first Monday in April, 1915, Bertha Wilson, t Plainci, ¢ ve in Chacery. Wiliam Witoa, sf Defendant. The object of this suit ia to obtain from the defendant by the plaintit! « divorce A VINOULO MATRIMONII. And it appearing from an affidavit now on file with the papers in this cate, that the defeadant ie a non-resident oi the State of West Virginia; it ix there- fore ordered the said ‘defendant do ap- pear at the Clerk's Ottice of the irenit Court of McDowell County within one month from the date of the first publice- tion of this order, and do what is necee- sary to protect hie interest herein. ind it is further ordered that a cop: of thus order be published once a weet for four successive weeks in some news- pager, pablisbed in, McDowell County, ‘acopy fame be posted at the front door of the court house of Me- Dowell County for twenty days. belore decree i rendered. A covy. Teate: W" BURBRIDGE PAYNE, Clerk H. J. Oapebart, P,Q ——$—$—$—$<—<<_______ Order of Publication. WESTV NIA At Rules held in the Olerk's Office of the Cirenit Oourt of McDowell County, ‘on the first Monday in April, 1915. Weldon Poteet, Plaintiif, a Sim Chancery. Sarah t Defendant. { The object of this suit is to obtain from the defendant by the plaintitl a divorce A VINCULO MATRIMONI And it appearing trom an aifidavit now on file with the papers in this cause, that the defendant ix a non-resident of the State of West Virginia; itis therefore ordered that the waid defendant do. ap- Bar tthe Clerk's Ottice ot the Cireait ot MeDowell County within one month from the date of the first publica- Hon of thig onder, and do what ia neces- sary to interest herein. Rnd ite further ‘ordered tat cong of this order be published once a er Published “ia "MeDowell paper in McDowell county, and that a copy of the same be posted at the front door of the court howse of “Me- Dowell count twenty days before decree is rendored. zi A copy. Tente W. BURBRIDGE PAYNE, Clerk. H. J. Capehart, P,Q. REMEMBER WE DO JOB PRINTING AND WANT YOUR TRADE, REMEMBER 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 tention given wo all customers. You find all modern up to date service with all kinds of electri caltreatment of the face and head at Staples’ Place 19 Norfolk Ave. ROANOKE. VIRGINIA Job. buy they tune up the whole ayetem so that you feel simply great! There's not a bit of mercury {ealomel) im Sewtane! Laxatives. ‘They are made entirely from old- fashionsd, time-tried herbs and plants thet are used by physiotens daily. Have your druggist send you « box. 10 doses ie. Get beck i they don't quickly make Cot The Sentanel Remotios Oo., Covington, Ep WEST V’'RGINIA dhe Gomax ACosyitat 214 S. Bland Street, BLUEFIELD, W.VA For Medical and Surgical Cases 219-"15-f Res. Phone 373. Lt in merican Homes a Se Ed ese eee Membership te the Langue beings the re Eat Sirtt Sas BIG OPPORTUNITIES IN ewer So ee RATIONAL DAGADIER, des Baga 8S Went Bet Bb, Rice Ue Otay THE EVANGELIST DOING GREAT WORK AT THE HIPPODROME Meetings Will Close Sunday Nignt The series of religions meetings now being held in the Hippodrome are doing © tremendous gout for Keystone and favorable comments can be beard ot all sides for the speaker. The « sangeliet has in his repertoire several unique, bat deep, anbjecta which he handles ia ina: terly style, and hohls hie audiences apell- bound throughout the services. His fight on sin and vice haw stirred Key- stone as never before, and, instead ot “letting up,"” each night hin wrath waxes hotter. It ia plainly to be seen that the rey- rend gentleman has caumsl deep convie tious to hover about the unsaved, as is evidenced by their regular attendance and the rapt attention given the evange- Aint, Services will be held tonight (Friday) and no more meetings will be held until Sunday morning, when they will wor- ship in Calhoun hall, and return to the Hippodrome for night services, which will be the lastof the meetings, Kev. Ik P. Johnson, of Kimball, will preach. ‘On Thurslay evening the Dunbar Ly coum entertained the congressation with splendid program. —— Order of Publication, WEST VIRGINIA At Rules held in the Clerk's flee the Cirentt Court of MeCowell Connty, fon the tint Monday in April, 11 Daiay FE. Gray, ‘ itaincit, vs. 1 tn Ohancery. Walter Gray, Tietentant. } The object of thie anit ie to obtain from the delondaiit’ by. the pluintitl divorce A VINCULO MATRIMONI And it appearing fron an alfidavit mo fon file with the papers in this ea, that the defendant tes wom-resistent af” the state of Went Virgina, it be therefore ir ered that the watt sleiendant dee mpyecar ft the Clerk's ollie of the Cirenit Cont Of Meowell connty "within one. senth from the date of te frat publication ot this order, and do what in tevemary ts protect huinterrat herein ‘And it ie farther ordered! that a cop of this order be pabiived once a week for foar surcemive weeks inne new Piblished in McDowell, county, Sed thes a copy of the mutce nr ponteel Za the front door a the cert lena of Me Dowell county for twenty days ledace ie crew ia rendered. Rcopy. Tewte W. BURERIDGE PAYNE, Clerk W. J. Parker, Pa ee The County Court of McDowell Coun ty, Went Virginia, fern for mar Kal improvement Bonds of the Hig Creek District of said connty, in the man ol One Hundred and Sixty Five ($105,00 (0) Dollars. aid bonds were authorize by an election held in said District on the 20th day of March, 1915.” Houde will be imued in denominations of not News than One Hundred ($100.00) Dollars, nor greater than One Thousand ($10 ©) “Dollars (we purchaser may elect) valle dated om the drat tay of May, 1915; shall bear interest at the rate oi five '(5) per cent per annum, payable semi-snnmally op the lire day of May and the fire day of October in each SIRE: and shall matare thirty Feary {row date, but may be redeemed after twenty years at the option ot the County Court Sealed bide tor said honda will be re ceived at the office of the Clerk of. the County Cont at Welch, Went Virginia anu the St day of May, 1915 ’AIl bide for salt onde will bo ope by the County Oourt, in the Cont Hou at Welch, Want Virginia, on ‘the third day of May, 1915. Each bid for naid bonds must fe scromoanied hy a certitiel cheek in the sum of Five Hundret (500.00) Dollars. Deponita of unmie cemsfal bidders will te returned tpn awant of bon te being male. The County Coart reserve the right to reject amy and all bide, ane wo wil said bond at pmblic wuction on the wird day of May, 1915, after bide «ball wave heen opened, oF te postpone wail sale Us 8 future date, KK. BRAGONIER, Peusident Geanes Cease. BLUESTONE BAPTIST SUNDAY SCHOOL UNION Held A Great Mecting with Me- morial Baptist Suaday Scheel April 1-2, 1915. Large Attend- amee. © Satcisott, Discussiacs ‘By NANNIE L. WATKINS) (Ssetinaed trem page 3.) Hairston, of Switchback recited 125 ver me and received tha Sed prize, $1.00. At 11 o'clock a sermon wae delivered by Dr. MeKoy, who took for hie text Zod Epistle of John, 14; wubleet, “Early Piety a Cause of Joy.” All who beant thin sermon slectared it wae the bewt he ever delivers! before the body. After the sermon De. 4. W. Woody offered a fervent prayer in bebaif of Dr. Brandoa who is ill at hie home. The afternooa <wwion was taken up by hearing reparts and the election of officers. All of the “ikl ofticers were retained. After which vinitors and new lelewates were imtro- luce! among thee the Editor of The McDowell Times wae introduced and gave a very timely addres. We are always glad to have the editor with us; be always leaves with ue encouraging words, Also W. H. Harrie, the ineur- ance agent of the Pacific Mutual com- pany. gave a very interesting talk. At s o'elock Rev. J.B. Evane filled the pulpit and preached toa packed house from Isaiah 1-18, subject, “A Present Opportunity to Reason with God,” and Ieliveret a great sermon, after which rewlutions of thanks were presented through Mis. Clara Murrell, and we wish to thank Kev. Crockett and hie cunt people for the excellent way in which they entertaine! the union. The mount rained at thin semion wae $156.75. The union having finished ite business he cloning prayer was offered by Revs Lae Wisedatan, Order of Publication WEST VIRGINIA At Rules held in the Clerk's Offlee of the Circuit Court of McDowell County, on the frat Monday in Febaary, 114 ‘Myra Holic, ) Piainei | ve In Chancery Luther Hallie, ‘ Defendent | The object of thie mit is to obtain frou the dofentent by the plaintif’ divoree. A VINCULO MATRIMONIL And it appearing from an alfidavit now fon tile with the papers in this cause, that the slefendent is ® non-rewident ot Uae State of Went Virginia; it is therefore onlere hat the said ‘defendant do” ap year at the Clerk's Uftice of the Uireuis Einct of MeDowell County. within one ut from the date of Ue fre publicn- on of thie erder, and do what fe neces- sary to protect hiv interest herein. An Xie further ordered ‘that = copy of this order be pablished once & for four succemive weeks in some newe- paper in MeDewell and that = copy of the same be ‘at the front door of the court house of McDowell County for twenty days belore decres is rendered, ‘A copy. Trate: W. BURBRIDGE PAYNE, Olerk JK. Mmith, P,Q. White Oak Sos Shoo ELECTRGAL SHOE REPAIR ING WHILE YO WAIT We sell Rubber Heels, eines L. E. JOHNSON, Mgr. PASSING OF A GREAT CHAMPION left eye was partly closed in the early round but not sufficiently to interfere with his fighting. His lip was also cut inside and his famous golden smile flashed from a very red setting. CLEAN-UP DAY IN THE MINING CAMPS People living in the cities and large towns of West Virginia, where plans are being made for a "Clean-up Day," will have no reason, when it is all over, to think they are more progressive, or have any finer civic spirit and pride, than the residents of many of the mining villages of the state, because "Clean-up Day" will be observed in most of them, as well as in the cities. Operators and miners have taken up the idea which was intended primarily for the big cities. As a matter of fact, the indications are that "Clean-up Day" will be observed better in the mining towns than in any of the cities, because in the former everybody is entering into the spirit of the occasion, while in the cities "everybody" is not always interested. Then, too, the fact that the miners live in smaller communities makes it possible to do the work more thoroughly, and when "Clean-up Day" is over it will be found that those mining towns, where it has been observed, will be object lesson to the more pretentious places. Both miners and operators are interested, and are entering into the spirit of the day just as quickly as the matter is brought to their attention. Rivalry among neighboring towns will do much in making the observance of the day a decided success. RALEIGH COUNTY NEWS (Continued from page 1.) Wiona, Fayette county, to spend a few days with his old friend Dr. E. T. DeVore. Attorney Brown W. Payne spoke Friday for the Red Men at McDonald and a great crowd went out to hear this noted and gifted speaker. The Stork visited the home of Rev. and Mrs. C. H. Rawlings Sunday morning about five o'clock and left Master William Denny Rawlings, a bouncing baby boy and named after Attorney Denny of Lester. Mother and baby doing nicely William Denny Rawlings will be the happy recipient of a set of Black Stone' great work in a few days. A big meeting, a big sermon, by a big man at Eccles last Sunday. Rev. Rawlings preached at 11:00 and the Heavenly spirit was with the man of God. The Mt. Vernon The Home of WASHINGTON BY J. E. JONES A pretty little story of visits to Mount Vernon on the Potomac—"impressions and sentiments like yours and mine," explains the author to those who have seen our country's greatest shrine. Bound in colonial blue and buff, with hand illuminated cover design, and colonial ribbon book mark; profusely illustrated with handsome half-tones and pen drawings, it is a dainty and invaluable reminder that will instantly appeal to every person who has been to Mount Vernon, while to those who have not had that good fortune this clever, happy little story of our beloved George and Martha gives a clearer view and understanding of their colonial home, which is today the pride of Virginia and the Nation. As a souvenir or gift book, for young and old, there is nothing to approach the elegance of this little volume, and it will make one feel more like a patriotic Americen to possess it. Now Being Printed Send, $1) for a copy to be delivered to your address at once. SPECIAL NOTE: Mr. Jones is the Washington correspondent of The McDowell Times, and if you will state that you are a reader of this paper, an autographed copy of the first edition will be furnished on the regular order Sentanel Laxative Tablets CATNARTIC, LIVER TONE 10 DOSES 10c ANY DOOCCIST Slabford choir sang as never before. This is one of the best choirs in the state and is composed of the following named persons: Messrs. W. T. Williams, Wm. Nelson, John Holmes, Thos. Meridith, J. P. Morgan, A. M. Jackson, Robert Nelson, Mitchell Waters, Mrs. Ada Williams, M. L. Johnson, Carrie Carter, Francis Meredith, Messes Eva Harden, and Lula Williams. The church at Eccles under one leadership of Dr. Rawlins is doing much good along all lines. Prof. J. E. Clopton, the colored school teacher was placed under arrest last Sunday morning by Mr. C. R. Clay, a constable of Raleigh county by authority of a warrant which was sworn out by Mr. Trump, the secretary of the Board of Education of Trap Hill District. The warrant charged the Professor with stealing $42.50. He gave the money back to the secretary and the warrant was dismissed, and now we are reminded that "a little learning is dangerous; drink deep or touch not." We are sorry for the occurrence, and would advise the Professor to look for other quarters that are unknown to him. His days of usefulness are all gone in this part of the educational world. Business for "bootleggers" in this part of the state was bad last week. Lawyers reaped a nice little harvest from their profits and now they must start again. Notice of Application for Pardon TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: 1. Bob Richards, who was tried at the January term of the McBowell County Criminal court and convicted upon the charge of selling whiskey and sentenced to the county road for six months and to pay a fine of $500 and costs, will on or about March 15, 1915, apply to the Governor of West Virginia for a pardon. By Counsel. BOB RICHARDS Notice! Examination Dates For 1915. Feb. 4-5. First Test for Elementary Diplomas Mar. 25-29. Second Test for Elementary Diplomas. May 13-14. Third Test for Elementary Diplomas. April 1-2. Examination for Uniform Renewal and Primary Certificates. June 3-4. Examination for Uniform Renewal, Primary and High School Certificates. July 22-23. Examination for Uniform Renewal, Primary and High School Certificates. In making inquiry about examination work always state the date and county in which the examination referred to was held. RENEWAL OF CERTIFICATES Applicants for first renewal of first grade certificates are not required to pass any examination. Applicants for second renewal in 1917 will be required to pass an examination on the State Course of Study with Charers and Barnes 'English' in the Country schools or in lieu of examination they shall furnish evidence that attended the State University. one of the State Normals, or a school approved by the state board of education for nine weeks doing full credit work. A certificate submitted for renewal must bear proper endorsements showing that the holder has taught at least three years, thereon. W. C. COOK, County Sept. Free Schools Welch, W. Va When In Graham WANTING SOMETHING GOOD TO EAT AND A NICE PLACE TO_STOP H. W. ARNOLD Place not over one minute's walk from the station. (WRIGHT'S OLD STAND) Graham, Virginia BOX No. 103. MADAM! FOR YOU. $40.00 to $50.00 a Month. Why not become a Hair Dresser? This is your chance. We will need you in the business. We will send you the Mil- port Oversee in Hair Dressing, give you a Diploma from our school and Parish in Hair Dressing, give you a Complete Hair Dressing Draft. All this for the small sum of $160. Hundreds of sat- ual graduates all over this country are earning Big Money with our Custin. Way not you! Write today, do not delay. MILPARK SCHOOL OF HAIR DRESSING, EDENTON, N. C. WHEN YOU NEED A LAXATIVE REMEMBER SENTANEL R AND BOWEL TONIC CONTAINS NO CALOMEL WORKS WITHOUT GRIPING Ex-Congressman George Washington Murray of South Carolina spoke at Glen White Saturday night to a crowded house. His subject was "Race Ideale" and well did he handle it. We have never heard his equal from an oratorical standpoint. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Chavie of Beckley were much humiliated last Thursday when four officers of Raleigh county entered their place of business at a very busy store more than twenty customers were being wait on, and said: "Not a person leave this building until all are searched. And all of you consider yourselves under arrest." The officers came armed with two warrants that were sworn on by one W. A. Thompson, upon "information" and one charged running or conducting a house of "ill fame," the other for "lewd and lascivious cohabitation." The officers went up stairs where Mr. Chavie was very sick in bed and told him of the charge. Why, he said, "look on the washstand there and read that certificate and see if you have not made a mistake." The officers soon learned that this "mighty evil informer" had placed them in quite an awkward position, hence tl ey went away without taking any one from the building, and when the arrested parties went up for trial according to orders of the officers their attorney was told that the "state has no charge against them." Yet not being satisfied this same "informer" had the same set of officers to go back Saturday without leave or license and further humiliated these good people by searching the house from top to bottom. The public is guessing and all eyes are turned in the same direction and they see this "informer" daily. Mr. and Mrs. Chavie are hard working, law-abiding and respectable people, have the confidence of the good people and by kind treatment they have built up a nice business as restaurant keepers, and now on account of petie jealousy and prejudice they have been done an impViable wrong and one that the public do not approve of. As we go to press Attorney Denny is being called to Princeton to defend Wil Williams, who stands charged with taking the life of Ernest Malone. R E M E M B E R WE DO JOB PRINTING AND WANT YOUR TRADE R E M E M B E R OFFICIAL DIRECTORY OF MCDOWELL COUNTY CIRCUIT COURT: (Eighth Judicial Circuit) Counties of McDowell, Mercer and Monroe. Hon. Isaiah O. Herndon, Judge Welch; W. Burbridge Payn Clerk. Terms of Court Second Tuesday in February June and September. CRIMINAL COURT: Hon. Jas French Strother, Judge; W. B Payne, Clerk. Terms of Court Second Monday in January, April, July and October. COUNTY COURT: Dr. R. K Bragonier, President, Keystone Col. Jas. Elwood Jones, Commissioner. W. W. Whyte, clerk, Welch. Terms of Court. First Monday in January, April, August and October. License Term, first Monday in June. COUNTY OFFICERS: Sheriff, J F Johnson, Welch. Prosecuting Attorney F C Cook Assistant Pros. Attorney, G L Countz Clerk Circuit and Crim. Courts, Burbridge Payne Clerk County Court, W. W. Whyte County Surveyor, w C Morgan Vivian Supt. Free Schools. W Cassius Cook, Welch County Health Officer and cor oner, Dr. H. G. Camper Commissioner School Lands C E Rusmisell. McDowell Members House of Delegates W W Hughes and C. E. Harman. State Senators, Sixth Senato rial district (counties of McDow ell, Mingo, wayne and wyoming Jas A. Strother Welch; Wells Goodykootz, Williamson. 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 Race. 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 ageat in your locality about it or write to this office. THE PYTHIAN MUTUAL INVESTMENT ASSOCIATION L. O. WILSON, President, Weston. WANTED 10 EXPERIENCED Good Salary or Commi MORE THAN $48,157,0 THE AMERICAN W VAAL INSURA EXPERIENCED INSURANCE MEN Salary or Commission for Right Parties THAN $48,157,022 CLAIMS PAID BY THE AMERICAN WORKMEN FRATER- VAAL INSURANCE COMPANY 10 EXPERIENCED INSURANCE MEN Good Salary or Commission for Right Parties MORE THAN $48,157,022 CLAIMS PAID BY THE AMERICAN WORKMEN FRATER- VAAL 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 Charleston, W.Va. THE Prison private Hospital Cases Surgical and Medical Treated at Reasonable Rates. EFFICIENT STAFF Phone Excelsior Drug Company umball West Va own Bros. H. HEMP HILL Harrison pri Cases Su Medical Reasona EFFICIEN Phone Excelsion Kimball Harrison private Hospital Cases Surgical and Medical Treated at Reasonable Rates. EFFICIENT STAFF Phone Excelsior Drug Company Kimball West Va Brown Bros. H. HEMP HIL HOTEL BILLIARD ROOM Cafe and BARBER SHOP H. BROWN, Manager 6th St. Bst. 6th and 7th Ave Huntington, W Va. J H Staples THE LEADING TONSORIAL ARTIST Well grown, well liked and patronized by all the boys going, coming, or staying. The place to receive the best of service. Everything Antiseptic; polite 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 Staples' Place 19 Norfolk Ave. ROANOKE, VIRGINIA Office Rooms 2 and 4 K. of P. Building The Pacific Mutual Life Insurance Company THE OLDEST, LARGEST AND STRONGEST LIFE, ACCIDENT AND HEALTH INSURANCE COMPANY IN THE WORLD WH HARRIS, Special Agent Keystone, West Virginia THAT'S WHERE I TRADE! AT THE Bridgeford Pharmacy Prescription Specialists Leading Drug store W. VERNAI, BRIDGEFORD, Ph.G. Prop. Registered Pharmacist THE Wilcoe, W. Va. Box 72 ALL ORDERS GUARANTEED When you read, read THE TIMES $30,000,000 ASSETS W. L. Colson SURGEON DENTIST W. L. Colson SURGEON DENTIST Modern Equipment. All Classes of Dental Work done Satisfactory. Prices Reasonable. Office up stairs over Miss Robinson's Dressmaking Establisment. "I delight in defending the accused and those whom I believe to be innocent, "When my fees are secured." H. J. CAPEHART Attorney-at-Law Phone 61 KEYSTONE, JW. VA Practice in all the Courts S. B. MOON Attornry-at-Law Wilcoe, West Virginia KEYSTONE, J.W. VA live in all Courts Welch, W. SAMUEL Attorney Welch, W. William F. Denny Attorney and Counselor-at-law Money to Loan on Real Estate for Improvements, Buildings Etc BOX 101 Lester, West! Va RHEUMATIC SUFFERERS GIVEN QUITOK RELIEF Sciatica, Neuralgia and kindred troubles. It goes right to the spot, stops the aches and pains and makes life worth living. Get a bottle of "5-Drops" today. 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Furnished Rooms Good Service Located in front of the R. R. Station A. A. CHEATHAM, Prop. A. L. CALHOUN, Gen. Manager 12-25 to 2-26 '15 Coke Men & Coke Co. ELKHORN