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ADVERTISE IN THE McDOWELL TIMES, IT'S A PAYING INVESTMENT. VOLUME 14 AN ETHICAL CONCLUSION Rev. Checlzzli Writes of His Experience at Coalwood. SURPRISED AT POSITION TAKEN BY NEGRO CLERGY Sought to Have Matter of His Arrest and Consequent Humiliation Hushed for Selfish and Unchristian Motives. Editor McDowell Times: As your newspaper seems to demonstrate those sterling qualities that belong to noble-minded men, permit me, before a temporary departure from the coal-fields, to contribute this ethical episode as an ethical benefit to the race of color. Having been imposed upon by a semi-official of the Coalwood Coal Co. by being physically attached and immediately placed under arrest, handcuffed and threatened to be shot, a revolver pointed in the face, charged unconstitutionally with being disorderly, and after my being discharged to have had socialized church pastors to ask my forgiving the officials of the company, to bring no damage suit as it will jeopardise them as ministers in working among their people! I have had varied experiences among Negro pastors, but of all experiences this idiotically proposed advice has been the most conspicuous and absurd. Just to think for a moment of people laboring under such manifold acts of injustice and discrimination to have such socialled leaders who would sacrifice the principles of manhood and self-respect for the apprehension of a few dollars; who, for the sake of a few dollars, will sell the moral, racial and ethical birthrights of theirs; who to control a church will quell the political or civil rights of their people and insist on the subjection of their inherent rights of freedom and ethical independence to cruel and unreasonable officials of a coal company. Of course, Mr. Editor, this is not a general charge of the ministers, but the exceptions are so few that I am compelled to individualize those who represent a higher culture of manhood and racial pride. Such men as Revs. Meadows, Mitchell, Woody, Robinson, Hicks and McCoy are truly and verily racial men of principles. I cannot anticite pate a reason of the loss of those vital sparks of virtue seemingly lost by the descendants of Hannibal, Barcha, Timour, of Mongolia; Damon, the chivalrous; Hippocrites, the black Grecian medical representative; Cadmus, the mechanically engineering expert; Red Remeni, of Babylon, the astronomical seer; Sappho, the satyric peeress, and Saladin, the military generous genius. Yes, these illustrious characters have been so great in their contributory outportnings that I am at a loss to tell the reasons of their descendants' shortcomings. But the day of reckoning is approaching, when the psychological development of the race shall demand more cultured men to lead the race and demand a purer gospel than emotionalism and "lung power;" when a silk hat and a long-tailed coat shall not be the passport of a preacher; yes, rather, a good character and moral courage. And in conclusion of this epistle, I am compelled to contribute my thanks and prefund appreciation to Dr. Younge, Attorney Gapehart, Solins, Smith and Froe, and other racial laymen who lost a day's work to see that justice was given, and to render any assistance that was necessary. Nay, I will not accept $5,000 for the insult received until the case is decided legally by the courts so that the principles involved can be finally settled, and its consequences be far-reaching in its benefits to the race. C. F. CHECKZZI, B. Sc., B. D., Pt. D, World's Preacher, Educator and Lee turer. Segregation Law Upheld. Frankfort, Ky., June 21.—The Louisville segregation ordinance, prohibiting members of either the white or colored race from occupying as a residence or a place of public assemblage any building in a block the majority of the residents in which belong to the other race, was held constitutional by the court of appeals today. This affirms the Jefferson circuit court in the cases of Arthur Harris against the commonwealth and C. H. Buchanan against William Warley. The court said the state is committed to the separation of the races for the public welfare. Let us do your Job Printing. Unique Proposal to Liquidate Old Virginia Debt In 10 Years Grand Lecturer K. of P. Pays Visit to Key- stone Lodge. ENTHUSIASTIC CROWD GIVES HIM A SPLENDID WELCOME Speech Filled With Logic and Fre- quently Drew Deserved Ap- plause from A Throng of Attentive Hearers. Monday night of this week that brilliant young scholar, speaker and grand lecturer, Prof. E. L. Morton, of Point Pleasant, was presented to a crowded house of brave Knights in Lord's new hall by District Grand Deputy C. H Rice. The occasion was the annual visit of the grand lecturerer. A surprisingly large crowd of men turned out and listened to him attentively from beginning to end. The grand lecturer proved himself equal to the occasion. His introductory remarks ingratiated himself in the hearts of his hearers and his earnestness was an additional pride to those who heard him. He declared he was finding the lodges in healthful condition throughout the state and was loud in his praise of the fraternity. He said the order was progressive, aggr Unique Pro Welch, W. Va., June 19.—Whether or not the debt is a just debt; whether or West Virginia got value received; whether or not the original fund, if expended by old Virginia, judiciously expended or grossly squandered, are questions that will have to go unanswered. The highest court in the land says West Virginia owes Virginia $12,393,929.50, with interest at five per cent from date until paid. How are we to raise this enormous amount? The voters of West Virginia several years ago, through the workings of a combination of circumstances, briefly— 1. Exposure of various whiskey rings of the state built up under lax license laws; 2. The unfair preparation of the ballot used in placing the question before the public; 3. Political treachery on the part of trusted politicians in the last ten days of the campaign; —voted dry by an overwhelming majority. The system has been in effect since July 1, 1914. Whether or not it is a success, I leave it to any fair-minded man within the state. True, the legal sale of liquor within the state has been stopped; but moonshining and the illegal sales of liquors and the legal (?) sales of patent medicines still continue, the last named business growing by leaps and bounds. The face of it all is indeed amusing. --- KEYSTONE, WEST VIRGINIA, FRIDAY, JUNE 25. 1915 There Is Only One Serious Problem Before You And that is where can I buy shoes that are worth every cent I pay for them? THE ANSWER IS EASY. Catzen Bros. Shoe Store The only exclusive Shoe Store in this section. Come in and let us show you our line of footwear at reasonable prices. A complete line of men's, ladies' and children's hosiery. No trouble to show our goods whether you buy or not. Catzen Bros. Shoe Store On the Corner in the Town of Clark. P. O. Northfork, West Virginia sive and in every way a most influential institution for good. Hard times, he said, had materially hurt the growth of the work, but on the other hand he was pleased to find a gradual growth in membership, interest and finance. He said it was gratifying to observe that the membership generally was composed of a most substantial set of men, and was delighted to know that less sickness, fewer accidents and no serious calamities had occurred recently. The financial standing of the order is good. His strong appeal to the members to meet on time, transact their business in a hurry and with precision and to close on time met with hearty approval. There is no excuse, he said, for a poorly conducted lodge, but if men did their duty and were properly interested they could have a live lodge all the time. He advised those present to keep themselves posted, pay their dues and be dutiful to the lodge. Race patronage is becoming stronger each year through the teachings of our organization than by any other method one earth, declared the speaker. All true and loyal knights should uphold the business and professional men of the race and should be strong defenders and protectors of the honor, virtue and good name of our women. He was strong in his warning to the younger men against scrapping and knocking one another. The country is looking for men that are strong, dependable, reliable, industrious and honest. At some length he dwell very heavily upon the duty of the men of the race to speak and look out for a better moral tone and standard among both men and women. Many were his practical, every day's suggestions for a safe role of conduct to be observed by brother knights. At the conclusion of his very timely and well received address, District Grand Deputy C. H Rice, acting master of ceremonies, introduced Deputy Sherif J. E Parsons, Editor M. T. Whittya and Dr. G. N. Marshall, each of whom made very short, though strong and timely remarks. The crowd was large and appeared to be exceptionally interested. Prof. Morton made several announcements and submitted to questions from the audience and proved himself equal to the task by making ready and satisfactory replies. (Please don't crowd the sales counters, gentlemen, when I tell you that the latter brand, if sold by a legitimate wholesale liquor dealer at sixty-two per cent proof would have to carry the regular government rectifier or wholesale liquor dealers' stamp. Hayden's Vibernum Compound, containing fifty per cent alcohol, or 100 per cent proof. (Why continue to spit cotton, gentlemen? Good old bottled in bond liquor does not contain one bit more alcohol than the above concoction.) P. S.—This is a female concoction, however. Chewel, containing fifty-four per cent alcohol, or 108 per cent proof, too strong to bottle in bond. This brand with the Indian name is a cure for rheumatism; yet they say, whiskey makes rheumatism. It hails from California, where everything is done on a gigantic scale. No wonder that the Yaqui Indians in southern california and Mexico have HOME GUARD IN EVIDENCE Claims Our Attention to Greater Degree than Ever Before. POLITICAL POT WILL BOIL CLOSER THE OLD HOME Direct Election of Senators by the People Will Fill Every Hamlet to Overflowing With Oratory Brewed Close By. At no time during the interval between out quadrennial political “fireshots” is it considered out of place to discuss press identical possibilities and to adorn the discussion with the jewels of prophecy. The public may be depended upon to exhibit more than casual interest even when the then occupant of the White House has a large “unexpended balance” of a term to nis credit. Such discussion, however, is a mere voice in the wilderness, preliminary to the waves that are to break on our doorsteps as the all important time approaches to fill the state offices and those official stations, the electoral constituencies of which are limited to counties and districts The gallant clans that have never failed to rally to the support of their respective chiefs when legislative entrenchments had quidate Old Vi donned their war paint and declared war on Germany, United States and Mexico. From the proof of this package of anti-saloon dope a good drink would make a rabbit fight a bull dog. Down here in McDowell county a poor, ignorant foreigner, born and raised in a country where light wines and beers are served at the family tables instead of water, was convicted and fined $100 and sentenced to sixty days on the county road for giving a friend one bottle of beer. Just one bottle, bear in mind, capacity twelve ounces, brewed from pure hops, malt, rice, etc., thoroughly pasteurized, and containing three per cent alcohol, or six per cent proof. Isn't it a lovely condition of affairs? Either of the foregoing provide the vehicle for a glorious drunk, with the possible addition of an ingredient in some of them to reduce the laxative effect, but not being a physician, chemist, or college-bred man, common sense tells me. s Only One Problem Before to be assaulted under the former method of choosing senators of the United States, will now be spared the trouble, and their "favorite son" will be spared the expense of an expedition to the state capitol. Faithful adherents of senatorial aspirants will now have the advantage of fighting the battles of their idols on the familiar ground of their home hillocks. The direct election of senators by the people will add much importance to local politics and local politicians. Localities which have hitherto wandered what manner of men a senator was, will behold the marvelous specimens of senatorial timber that will not disdain to give a free oratorical show in the most obscure hamlet. Candidates for governor will no longer be the "big show," but only a part of it. Candidates for constable will swell with greater pride to bring up the rear of a procession headed by persons who aspire to the high privilege of wearing the tall silk hats that are sacred to statemen and coachmen. The Home Guard now claims our attention to a greater degree than ever before, as we shall be told again and yet again by the bright, particular stars--the benevolent and unselfish patriots who so love their people that they are willing to make the great sacrifice of accepting public office. Heroes will not be lacking to dauntlessly defend the cause of their beloved fellow citizens, from trenches protected by salary, honor and power. It is now about time for "The Home Guard" to commence its rounds. We shall be regaled with splendid recitals of the virtu s that belong to candidates for office. The beaming smile and the fond hand-clasp will stir in our breasts the recollection of other times, when brotherly love "went about the streets;" and perhaps our memories will not be so unkind as to dig up the coldness that invariably follows such a sudden outburst of fraternal affection is over. Let us not rake up such unpleasant recollections as past-election forgetfulness and official cruelty can't we remember that official career when the salary or emoluments weigh heavily poor servant of the people) are the deadly germs of absentmindedness? Why can't we be reasonable and believe that greater love hath no man than the office holder? Why can't we trude confidently on in search of that vessel of gold 'that awaits our coming at the end of the rainbow? that an equal mixture of Blackberry Compound, containing sixteen per cent alcohol, being a natural astringent, and Rexall's Specific and Alternative Compound, carrying thirty-one per cent alcohol, and containing a direct laxative ingredient, will make a neutral mixture as to saturgent and laxative properties. A liberal use of this depe would produce a compound drunk. Please bear in mind as we go along, gentle reader, that good lager beer, as heretofore brewed in Bluefield, Huntington, Charleston, Parkersburg, Wheeling, Fairmont, Elkins, Harper's Ferry and elsewhere throughout the state, contained only from three to three and one-half per cent alcohol or from six to seven per cent proof; and good old Hannisville rye whiskey, distilled at Martinsburg, and other whiskies and brandies distilled elsewhere in the state, contained only fifty-per cent alcohol, or 100 per cent proof. MURDER IS THE CHARGE Fifteen "Possum Hunters" Under Arrest in Kentucky. ACCUSED OF SLAYING NE- GRO DURING FAMOUS RAID Men Were Taken in Charge Immediately Following Grand Jury Indictments—Released Later Under Heavy Bonds. Rockport, Ky., June 20.—Fifteen prominent citizens of Rockport were arrested on warrants sawn out after the grand jury had returned indictments charging them with first degree murders in connection with the killing of Harrison Maddox during the raid of possum hunters on the Negro secession of this place, April 29th. Among those arrested are S. D. Robertson, deacon of the Baptist church; James Hendricks, formerly superintendent of Sunday school; Robert Swain, blacksmitt; Jess Fulkerson, farmer; Thurman Keown, Robert Green, Estell McConnell and Fred Landruff. This makes the second wholesale arrest on possum hunter charges to take place in this county within the last week. (Continued on Page 4.) The patent medicine politicians have built up a great field for the sale of their wares, notwithstanding that in order to do this millions of property has been confiscated throughout the state, balloon tax rates put into effect, criminal costs increased, and general chaotic conditions, industrial and otherwise, created in many sections. I have no defense to make of the present day saloon system. I am not writing this article with the view of getting into a newspaper controversy with patient medicine politicians, paid agents of the anti-saloon propaganda, or major generals of the marching clubs of women and children, their most effective instrument. I am looking the question bluntly in the face, reiterating the common assertion that prohibition will not prohibit, national or otherwise. Man is a victim of himself. Self control; temperance in all things, is the remedy. The excessive use of liquors is abhorred by all men, including the saloonkeeper; likewise the non-control of passions, excessive use of cigarettes, cigars, drugs, teas, coffees, etc. In fact, the writer's opinion, an habitual drug fiend, cigarette fiend or drunkard can rightfully be classed in the first stages of insanity and should therefore be removed from society until curved. With this introductory, I now propose to file a bond in the sum of two millions of dollars in which to pay off or liquidate the Virginia debt of $12,394,929.50, and interest, in ten years, and at the same time set aside each year $500,000.00 to be employed by the state in the building of permanent improvements such as trunk line highways, high school buildings, etc. In return the state is to turn over to me the exclusive sale of intoxicating liquors within the state for a period of ten years, under a modern system which I will put into effect through a system of laws, rules and regulations to be drafted by me and approved by the people or their accredited representatives. Among other laws, I want a law whereby a man or woman, who is proven an habitual drunkard, is taken in charge by the state and employment given them at a liberal wage for a fixed period, and their earnings paid over to dependents each month. This system to be put into effect along with the expenditure of the $500,000.00 per year for public improvements above referred to. I am submitting a bonafide proposition. Public sentiment makes the laws that benefit the common people. Public sentiment can likewise change laws and entorce them, that is, those laws that benefit the common people. Public sentiment can likewise change a chaotic condition now existing in West Virginia within sixty days, if need be, and bring about same business and social conditions. I have briefly stated the cause, the effect and prescribed the remedy. Train up your voices, get out your hammer, and go to work, boosting or knocking. The Times' large circulation is a guar- tee of advertising results. LARGEST CIRCULATION OF ANY WEEKLY IN THE STATE OF WEST VIRGINIA. NUMBER 16 K. OF P. MEET IN ROANOKE Thirtieth Annual Session of Va. Grand Lodge a Success. ALL OFFICERS RE-ELECTED WITHOUT SINGLE EXCEPTION Meeting Was Harmonious Throughout and Social Features Outclassed All Previous Efforts Along this Line. The thirtieth session of the Virginia Grand Lodge K. of P met in Roanoke, Va., at the High Street Baptist church, Tuesday morning, June 15th, at 9:30 o'clock, with the well-known and popular Grand Chancellor, John Mitchell, Jr., presiding. After the appointment of committees adjournment was taken until noon at which time the local committee took charge and an elaborate program was presented. Major W. B. F. Crowell, better known as "Billy, Old Boy," or "Little Willie," who was chairman of the general committee, presided in that way which is usually characteristic of the big, fat, genial and elequent orator that won for him much and loud applause. He eloquently introduced the speaker of the afternoon, mayor C. B. Moomaw, mixing his remarks with much wit an humor. The mayor's address was in the nature of a welcome to the city, and was roundly applauded. He in turn introduced Hon. R. H. Angel, including in his remarks the statement that this was the first time the Grand Lodge of Pythians had been welcomed to the Magic City or any other city by an Angel. Hon. Angel spoke on behalf of the chamber of commerce. Dr. Charles D. Fox was next introduced. On behalf of the white fraternities of the city, he delivered one of the most eloquent as well as the most practical addresses heard at any time on such occasions. He spoke feelingly of the relations between the races, complimenting the members of the fraternity on their fearless and intelligent leader, and the honored principles of the order. The ladies were also complimented when he stated that he believed the success of the grand lodge was due to the examples set by the ladies, and that if the men would follow the lead of good women it would make them better, that no race ever rose above the womanhood, and that if those present were half as good as they looked, they should be lifted upon the highest plane of life. His closing words were a masterly effort and all will remember the eloquent welcome from Dr. Fox. Mr. A. T. Brooks, one of the foremost citizens in wealth of the city, was the speaker for the colored citizens, and in his usual way extended a very hearty welcome in their behalf. Then Maj. Orowell introduced that son of Tidewater, but now of Eoonoke, Dr. H. J. Moseley, who delivered the welcome on behalf of the local lodge. Dr. Moseley, always a fine and pleasing speaker, was at his best, and closed his address, which was pregnant with the richest truths and practical suggestions, with heartier words of welcome and good cheer, mingled with the eloquent words from Moore: "There is no light above, below, etc. that man then presented the Grand Chancellor, John Mitchell, Jr., who asked Dr. White, of Clifton Forge, to respond in his behalf, which he did in a very able and logical manner. Mrs. Azalia Hockley then spoke for the local courts of Calandines. She read a very fine paper, showing that much care had been taken in its preparation. This was responded to by Atty. Allen, of Danville, in a very excellent way, after a visit to the court close. The grand lodge was again called to together at 3:30 p.m. On Wednesday night a program was rendered the public being invited. Some of the best vocalists of the city and state took part. Two fine readings were rendered—"Little Brown Baby," from Dunbairn, by Mrs. Nellie V. Price, and a heavy dramatic reading by Mrs. Paul V. Smith. Col. U. S. G. Patterson was compelled to respond three times after singing his first song. He has a wonderful voice. Everybody was well pleased with the delightful entertainment. Thursday the largest and most beautiful street parade ever seen in Roanoke was given at 2:30 p. m. The several companies of U. R. gave public display drills to the pleasurable satisfaction of all present. The banquet Thursday night was a great success. The ball room looked like a real artistic picture so beautifully and richly gowned were the ladies. Mrs Millie Paxton was chairman of the banquet committee. Friday morning a short session was held for the completion of business. All the officers were re-elected and the people left generally expressing themselves as having spent the time profitably as well as roost pleasantly. News and Views of Our Correspondents THE BAPTIST WOMEN'S DISTRICT CONVENTION IS HELD AT GARY Tenth Annual Session Held June 17th and 18th Proved to Be a Thorough Success from Every Standpoint--Many Brilliant Sermons Preached and Many Interesting Papers Read. News Items Solicited from All Points. Roderfield, W. Va., June 21—The tenth annual session of the West Virginia Baptist Woman's District convention convened at Gary, June 17-18. The convention opened at 9:30 a. m. with President Mrs. M A. Brown presiding. Devotional was conducted by sisters G. A. Lewis and M. L. Pogue. The president appointed committees as follows: Letter Reading—Sisters Louise Coleman, W. O. Moore and W. A. Stewart; Finance—Sisters Helen James, G. V. Watkins and Pearl Smith Woods; New Bodies—Sisters Oce Warren, E. J. Franklin and Mary Anderson. The roll of societies was then called and letters then passed to the committee. Sister D. R. Washington was appointed to solicit new members. The hour for preaching having arrived, Rev. R. H. McKoy, D. D., Rev. L. Dabney and Rev. J. W. Coger ascended the rostrum. Rev. Coger lined hymn 599, which was sung by the congregation; Rev McKoy read Ruth 1st and offered prayer; song, "Saviour More than Life to Me," led by Rev. J. W. Crockett. The president introduced Rev. L. Dabney, who was elected twelve months ago to reach the introductory sermon. He selected as his text Ruth 1:16-17, from which he preached a soul-stirring sermon. Rev. Koger offered prayer. The Gary choir sang their own selections, while Sisters Agnes Johnson and Cordia Dickerson lifted collection amounting to $5:50. The president appointed a committee on auditing. At 2:30 p.m. the convention reassembled with the president, Sister M. A. Brown, presiding. Devotional was conducted by Sisters Mary Anderson and W. A. Stewart. Sister Willie Johnson read a paper on "The Relation of the Missionary Society to the Church." She delivered it in such a graceful manner that it held the audience spell-bound. The paper was received and adopted. A committee was appointed to revise the constitution. The names of the people of Maryto vn who sent up $1 for the West Virginia Seminary and College were placed in the minutes. A partial report of committee on new bodies was received. Committees were appointed on Education, Obituary, Place, Speakers, Subjects and Foreign Missions. Rev. T. L. Young (white) was allowed time to introduce Naves Topical Bible to the body. Visitors were introduced to the convention. T. E. Hill, manager McDowell Times, gave the body an interesting talk At 8 p.m. the convention reassembled with the president in the chair. The hour for preaching having arrived, Revs. R. D. W. Meadows, D. D., I. S. Hall and T. E. Woody ascended the rostrum. Rev. Hill lined hymn 402. Rev. Woody read 142d Psalms and offered prayer. The president introduced Rev. Meadows, who selected his text from 142d Psalms and preached a sermon that will live long in the hearts of those present. Rev. Hall offered prayer, and the choir rendered music. Sisters Poague and Johnson lifted collection which amounted to $9 65. Rev. Meadows and Sister Thornton lifted collection for State Missions, collecting $3.33. The letter of welcome was read by Miss Bessie Hale. It made us feel that we were welcome to the good town of Gary and Rock Hill Baptist church. The letter was responded to by Miss Mattie Thornton. After singing by the choir, Rev. Meadows dismissed the audience. June 18, 9:30 a.m. The convention reassembled with the president presiding. Devotional was conducted by Sisters Fannie Wade and Josephene Nichols. The report of the committee on auditing the books of the treasurer was adopted and the convention acceptd the $20.05, the total amount in bank. The president delivered her annual address. Subject: "Go Through the Gates and Lift Up a Standard for the People." She brought forth many encouraging thoughts. On motion, the address was received and placed in the hands of a committee. The report of the committee on Permanent Organization was adopted as follows: President, Mrs. M. A. Brown, Davy, W. Va.; First Vice-President, Mrs. Mattie Thornton, Keystone; Second Vice-President, Mrs.G.A. Lewis, Bluedief; Secretary, Mrs. A. C. Harston, Roderfield; Corresponding Secretary, Mrs. Agnes Johnson, Vivian; Statistical Secretary, Mrs. Fannie Wade, McDowell; Treasurer, Mrs. B. E. Taylor, Elkhorn. Executive Board; Mrs. V. V. Watkins, Algona; Mrs. Mary Watkins, Crystal; Mrs. James Boles, Taxwell. The officeas were installed by W. H. Harris. The hour for preaching having arrived, Revs. W. A. Pittard, G. W. Brown and W. C. Clemente ascended the rostrum. Rev. Pittard lined hymn 310 Rev. Brown read fourth chapter Judes and offered prayer. The president introduced Rev. W. O. Clevents, who selected Judes 4:8 as his text, from which he preached a sermon that made us all feel glad. Sister Thornton and W. H. Harris lifted the collection amounting to $6.01. Dissmission by Rev. R. H. McKoy, D. D. At 3 o'clock p. m. the convention re-assembled, with the president presiding. Devotional was conducted by Sisters E. J. Franklin and Janie Boles. The body listened to an instrumental solo rendered by B. J. Marris, chorister of Gary choir. No grander hands has ever been playee by human hands within hearing of the writer. The committees on Obituary, Education, Resolutions and Revising the Constitution made their reports, which were adopted. The report on Foreign Missions and Intemperance were also adopted. The report of the corresponding secretary was received. Rev. E. J. Holcomb was selected to deliver the annual sormon to the covenience at its meeting at Algoma next year, with Rev. W. A. Pittard as his alternate. The report of the committees on Place, Speakers and Subjects and Pridident's Address were adoyed. Sister Pearl Smith Woods, state missionary of the Woman's State convention, came forward and addressed the audience in a way that was helpful and our hearts burned within us while sht talked. The collection, lsted by Sister Woods, amounted to $3.30. A letter of sympathy was sent Rev T. J. Brandon, D. D., who is sick at Big Stone Gap. A donation was sent him also. Dismission by Rev. W. C. Clements. At 8:30 p. m, the field missionary made her report, which was listened to with rapt attention. The report was received and adopted. The president was elected to the National convention at Chicago, Sister N. V. Watkins was elected delegate to the Woman's State convention st Bluefield, and Sister Mattie Thornton was elected delegate to the Flat Top Baptist association at Arlingtons Sister Sornh Lee, of Mora, recited a grand selection, which was much enjoyed. The house of preaching having arrived, Revs. Wm. B. Mesbit, D. D., B. L. Zeiglar and W. H. Mitchell ascended the rostum. Rev. Nesbitt lined hymn 66, which was sung by the choir; Rev. B. L. Zeiglar read the tenth chapter of Jeremiah and offered prayer. The president introduced Rev. W. H. Mitchell, who preached an admirable sermon from Jeremiah 10:23. Rev. Nesbitt offered prayer, the choir sang their own selection, while Sister Mattie Thornton and Sister Mary Anderson lifted the collection, amounting to $8:32. Rev I. J. Hill lifted collection for Rev Nesbitt, field missionary of the Flat Top Baptist association, and garnered $3:15. A resolution of thanks was adopted. Sister I. J. Hall presented banners to the following societies: Marytown, $13:30; Mt. Zion, Bluefield, $14. The secretary was allowed $2 to have the proceedings of the convention published in the McDowell Times. This ended one of the grandest sittings in the history of the association. The amount raised during the convention was $293 53 Rev. I. J. Hall delivered the closing prayer and everybody participated in a handshake. MRS. M. A. BROWN, PRES., MRS. A C. HAIDSTON, Sec'ty. COVINGTON Covington, Va., June 21.—Miss Mary Johnson was called to Amherst last Thursday on business. Mrs. Mary Tavner, of Fincastle, who had been jil for some time, died Saturday evening. She was the mother of Mrs. Emma Mann and Mrs. Cora Wilson, of this city. Mrs. Fosse Chew, formerly of this city, but who has been making her home in Philadelphia, died Tuesday night. Her remains were brought to this place Saturday morning. The funeral took place from the First Baptist church at 3 p.m., the Rev. J. W. Haackett officiating. Besides a husband and one child, Mrs. Chew is survived by mother and father, Mr. and Mrs. Orange Hughes, three sisters and one brother. Rev. W. J. Hackett, pastor of the First Baptist church, is attending the ministerial conference in Richmond this week. Miss Ada Clark and George Leq, of Clifton Forge, have issued invitations to their wedding Thursday evening. Mrs. Anne Lewich is very ill. Abyl Hunter was accidentally killed in the mines at Uniontown, Pa., Tuesday. The remains were brought to this place and laid to rest in Cedar Hill cemetery Friday afternoon, after a brief funeral service. He is survived by mother and four sisters. Miss Ethel Pannell, of Danville, who has been attending school at Witberforce university, is the guest of her uncle, W. L. Pannell, this week. Rev. T. A. Smith, of Christians, stopped over in our town Sunday and preached a wonderful sermon Sunday night. Said to Have Far Excelled All Previous Amusements Put Forth (By Miss S. B. Scott.) Pulaski, Va., June 21.—"Juaazuma, the Man of Mystery," a first-class play, was given at the First Baptist church recently under the auspices of Rev. C. F. Jenkins. It is said to have been the best that has ever been presented in the town. The characters participating in this play were as follows: Misses Mary McClanahan, Helen Gorden, Elizabeth Duncan and Susie Scott, Messrs. John Davis, Charlie Wilson, David Payton, Theobre Williams, Eugene King, Jessie Baker, William Wilson and Samuel Canaday. Rev. C. F. Jenkins left last Wednesday morning to join his wife in Newark, N. Y., where she is visiting relatives and friends. We wish them a pleasant vacation. Edward Jones was taken suddenly ill and was accompanied to the hospital by Dr. P. Corbin. Master Andrew Scott is visiting his brother in Gary, V. Va. On last Thursday evening Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Wilson gave a birthday party in honor of their daughter, Miss Madeline Wilson. She received many useful presents. Misses N. Mills, M. Thompson and R Smith were the guests of Miss I. R. Mills. J. Swiney has returned home from a long stay in Binefield, W. Va. J. D. Crockett, of Wyibheville, is among his friends here for the summer. Mrs. Jane McClanahan died last Saturday morning after an illness of only a few days. She leaves a host of relatives and friends to mount her loss An entertainment will be given by the junior choir of the First Baptist church Friday evening, June 25 under the auspices of Mrs. P. C. Corbin, who has made quite an improvement in the singing of the children, and has also been helpful to the church in many other ways. M'ALPIN McAlpin, W. Va., June 22. - Rev. Haynes, cf Roanoke, filled the pulpit of Elizabeth Baptist church Sunday and afternoon and preached two able sermons. The discourses were exceedingly interesting and instructive and were highly appreciated. At night the Children's day program was rendered under the capable management of Mrs. Lula Wailler. Each child disposed of its part in a very pleasing manner. Several girls from Coalwood took part in the program and acquitted themselves nicely. Several addresses were made by well known speakers. Willie Watty fell from a tressel Saturday night whil en route to an entertainment given in a nearby grove. Two ribs were broken. Mr. Freeman, of Eccles, was visiting friends here Sunday. Quite a number of our people attended services at Statesburg Monday night. Rev. Hughes preached and music rendered by McAlpin choir. Little Odessa Waller is somewhat indisposed at this writing, but we hope for her speedy recovery. Mrs. Jackson and her daughter, Mrs. Dickerson, of Big Stick, were guests of Mrs. M. M. E. Claytor Monday. Frank Parks and King Coles were business visitors to Beckley Monday. Mesdames Anna Dues, Eliza Williams and Ella Barnhearts were shopping in Cooktown last week. The Rose Buds gave an entertainment Saturday night, rendering a program the equal of which has never been witnessed in McAlpin. It was under the direction of Mrs. M. E. Jenkins. TAKENOTICE DEAR BRETHREN AND PANTOES: You are aware that the time is near at hand for our great annual meeting of the Flat Top Baptist Association, which convenes on Wednesday before the third Sunday in July, 1915, at Arlington, W. Va., and as corresponding secretary of this great and noble organization, it is my cheerful duty to inform you of our needs as Baptists. Our educational, district, home, state and foreign missions are expecting your hearty support, financially and spiritually. Therefore we expect every church in the bounds of the association to be represented. Praying that you will do the best you can to help make this the banner sitting of its history. Yours for the Cause, W. H. MITCHELL, Corresponding Secretary. 6-18-4t. CHAS. PRICE IS MAKING GOOD Came to Coalfield Penniless, Now Has Small Fortune--Other Bluefield News. Bluefield, W. Va., June 21.-Mr. Charles Price, who owns property in Grabbam, Va., valued at several thousand dollars and who, together with his estimable wife, conducts the Imperial hotel here, is a living example of what lies ahead of the young man of thrift and determination. He was born forty years ago on a farm in Charlotte county, Virginia, where he expended his energies until quite a young man on a farm belonging to someone else. He realized that there was barely any possibility of advancement there, either financially or otherwise, and he packed his baggage and came to the West Virginia coalfields. Being a persistent worker and an economical spender, he quickly had a bank account which had a determination to grow. Today Mr. Price and his good wife enjoy frequent drives in a fine buggy drawn by a beautiful horse, belonging to them, and they are far removed from poverty and want. They are both good christians, and enjoy the friendship and confidence of all with whom they are acquainted. Cismont Lodge A. F. and A. M. celebrated the spiritual feast of St. John the Baptist at Raleigh street M. E. Church on Sunday last. An excellent program was appreciated by a large audience. It ran as follows: Address: Dr. E. W. Lomax. It was regretted that Dr. N. L. Edwards was called away on professional business and could not deliver his address, as he always has something to say that interests all. J. Sinkford, eldest son of Ggo. Sinkford, is home from Washington, D. C., where he has been attending Howard University. Charles H. Dodson, Sr., has returned from a pleasure trip covering various points east. Mrs. J. E Hamlin, of Raleigh, N. O., is here visiting her daughter, Mrs. Dr. C. A. Rogers. Mrs. Hamlin says she likes West Virginia and especially Bluefield, because of the fact that it has treated her children so royally. J. N. Bernsteen is now head waiter at the Matz hotel. He is a congenial fellow and is unusually capable. An excellent program has been prepared for next Sunday when the annual meeting of the colored department of the N. & W. Ry. will be held at Raleigh Street M. F. Church. Among the events will be an address by Gov. Hatfield on "The Social Uplift and Welfare of All the people." It is hoped that the council at its next meeting will allow the substation of the fire department to be manned by Negro firemen. James K. Holley and Gillmore Woodey made a flying trip to Roanoke and other places in Virginia, and report that work is good and that they had a good time. They were traveling in Woody's Overland car. Jas. K. Holley. B. C. L., '15, delivered an address before a large and appreciative audience at Bramwell on Sunday last. The colored voters of Bluefield are very anxious to see colored men in the employment of the city and are hoping that the officials will at least employ an equal number of them on the street and in other positions which they are capable of taking care of. Dr. D. L. Brown and J. W. Brown were called to the bedside of their father, at Crystal. He is reported improving at this writing. Prof. A. A. Turner, instructor in agriculture at B. C. L., is attending summer school at Ohio State University, his alma mater. The professional ball team of this city is patiently awaiting a reply from Editor Hill as to the game of ball to be played with the Keystone team. Let us hear from you less we forget. Mr. and Mrs. John Richardson are visiting in Virginia and Tennessee. Editor Whittico passed through the city last Saturday on his return from the old homeestead in Virginia. GO TO THE CHA UTAUQUA AT WEST VIVIAN NOW IN SESSION MASONS MEET AT WHEELING Largest Gatering Ever Assembled Annual Sitting. Information from Wheeling is to the effect that one of the largest gatherings of colored Masons that was ever held in West Virginia began a three-day session there Tuesday morning at 9 o'clock, with an attendance of more than fifty delegates from all parts of the state present. The ladies of the Eastern Star, the auxiliary of of the Grand Lodge of Ancient Free and Accepted Masons met in joint session at the Wayman A. M. E. church, the headquarters of the convention. Hon. Frank O'trien welcomed the delegates in place of Mayor Kirk, who is ill. Reports of all the lodges throughout the state show that the lodges are growing rapidly and that the financial staterment is good. Noted officials in attendance are: A. P. Straughter, Hinton, grand master; E. L. Rann, Keystone, secretary; Anna A. Howard, grand master of the Chapter of the Eastern Star, and others. Other sessions were held until Thursday night, the facts of which we have not at this writing. BRIEF MENTION OF LOCAL NEWS Mrs. Tinsley, Grand Lecturer of the Court of Calanthe, was in the city this week. Mrs. T. Edward Hill are visiting in Roseville a few days. Dr. and Mrs. J. E. Hereford are the proud parents of a nine-pound son. Luther Drew, of Kimball, made a business trip to the city Tuesday. Sherman Finney has returned to the city, looking finer and better than ever. Dr. R. C. Harrison, of Kimball, spent a few hours here Monday. Rev. Harris is here, the guest of his son, W. H. Harris. Rev. Harris is preaching and lecturing in this section of the coafield. Mies Jessie B. Hill left for Martinsville Sunday morning, whare she will spend the summer with her sister. Mrs. Harper, of Tip Top, Va., is here the guest of her daughter, Miss Kathryn Harper. Miss Aileen Harper stopped in the city a few days, en route to the Summer Normal at Athens. Mrs. Julia Hughes, of New Haven, Conn., is visiting her father, James Hughes, of Roanoke. Messrs. M. O. Hill and son, the leading employment agents in Roanoke, Va., are experts at the business, and can find a job for all men and women in idleness. Dr. D. O. Baldwin, of Martinsville, Va., is rapidly completing his beautiful residence and office on Main street. Prof. Richard Spencer, the substantial business man, is doing well in the merchandise business. Prof. Thomas, the educator, is Johnnie-on-the-spot and is well liked by all who know him. Pete Anglin, who is known as the "successful bbsiness man" of Henry county, is still to be found at his post selling anything you man want to eat or wear. Much building is going on in the town and among the most important may be mentioned the Staples Hotel, four stories high, with twenty-four rooms, being built in the most popular part of town. A new store opened recently which carries a full line of groceries, soft drinks, dry goods, coal, wood, lumber and building material. J. H. Cawthorne, of Roanoke, is an expert horseman and is a graduate from several reputable schools. Dr. H. J. Moseley, at the Gem Pharmacy, is the same popular registered pharmacist of Roanoke. Mrs. Rosa Penn Thomas died Thursday of last week after a short illness. Her body was taken to Preston, Va., for interment. Miss Alice Hairston, of Roderfield, secretary of the Woman's District State Convention, was in the city this week. Mesdames Nannie Elliott and M. E. Wilson, of Landgraf, were in the city this week looking after some very important business. Rev. J. H. A. Cyrus, of Tazewell, who is an agent for the National Negro Chahanqua, was in the city Wednesday and preached at Mt. Chapel church. FOR SALE Martinsville, Henry County, Va. This land is for sale by J. H. Staples. It lies on Turtle Creek running into Meadow Creek, and is a part of the old Jarrett's tract. One double log cabin on it and nice orchard, consisting of apples, peaches and other fruits. 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Washington, June 21.—In probably one of the most important race decisions in its history, the supreme court today annuled as unconstitutional the Oklahoma constitutional amendment and the Annapolis, M1., voters' qualification law, restricting the suffrage rights of those who could not vote or whose ancestors could not vote prior to the ratification of the fifteenth amendment to the federal constitution. Chief Justice White, a native of the south and a former confederate soldier, announced the court's decision, which was unanimous except that Justice McReynolds took no part in the case. By holding the conditions which existed before the fifteenth amendment, which provides that the right to vote shall not be denied or abridged on account of races, color or previous condition of servitude, was ratified could not be brought over to the present day in disregard of this self-executing amendment, it is generally believed that the court went a long way toward invalidating much of the so-called "grandfather clause" legislation of the southern states. The immediate effect of the decision was to uphold the conviction of two Oklahoma election officials who denied Negroes the right to vote in a congressional election and to award three Maryland negroes damages from election of ficials in Annapolis who refused to register them. In the Maryland case the decision established the point that the 15th amendment applied alike to municipal as well as federal elections. Discussing the Oklahoma cases, Chisha Justice White said the suffrage amendment to the state constitution first fixed a literacy standard and then followed it with a provision creating a standard based upon the conditions existing on January, 1866, prior to the adoption of the fifteenth amendment, and eliminated those coming under that standard from the inclusion in the literacy test. THREE GREAT MEN BARRED FROM GAME The color line drawn so tightly around major league baseball has barred from major league fields three of the greatest pitchers the game ever has produced. One of the trio, John Donaldson, pitching semi-pro ball in Kansas City, recently pitched thirty innings without allowing a hit or run—a record without parallel. "If Donaldson were a white man, or if the unwritten law of baseball didn't bar negroes from the major leagues, I would give $50,000 for him—and think I was getting a bargain," said John M.-Graw of the Giants, after seeing Donaldson pitch several games in Cuba. Donaldson, just before establishing his record of pitching thirty innings without being hit, struck out twenty-five men in a twelve-inning game—an average of better than two strike-outs per inning. Frank Wickware is another negro pitcher who would rank with the Walter Johnsonsa, Joe Woods and Grover Alex-exanders if he were a white man. Wickware performed some marvelous pitching feats in and around Schenectady, N. Y., and has since moved on to Chicago, where he has become a sensation among the semi-pros. Wickware has compiled a wonderful strikeout average. He figured in about thirty games over a stretch of three years from 1912 and struck out something like 200 batmen—an average of about 8 1-3 to a game. In Cuba there is a negro pitcher by the name of Mendez. He is known as "The Black Matty," and his work has been almost as brilliant as that of "The Big Six" of the Giants. Mendez is only of medium height but he has terrific power in his arm. Mrs. James Brown and aunt, of Wilcoe, were the guests of Mrs. E. L. Rann Monday. Chestnut Knob Chuch and School Work Progressing. Continut Knob, the seat of what is known in Henry county, Virginia, as the "Black Belt," is one of the most beautiful sections of the county. Colored people own all the land within a radius of about ten miles. This is a little town on the line between two magisterial districts. At this place is a joint school building, also a Presbyterian, Primitive Baptist and a Missionary Baptist church. Recently the Holmes Memorial Presbyterian church was destroyed by fire. The parsonage was also burned, but under the industrious leadership of Rev. J. A. Davis both the church and parsonage have been rebuilt. This time he made improvements to the structure by digging a nice basement and by putting another story to the parsonage. All of this has been done in the past twelve months, the time at which the buildings were burned. Practically the entire cost of rebuilding has been paid, Rev. Davis owing less than $15 on the work. The white people are great friends to the educational growth of the race at this point, especially since so many young men and women now in public life owe their power to the training received at this place. The influential life lived for an educational and religious awakening by the late H. M. Holmes is being duplicated by Rev. J. A. Davis. They both have and had for their motto, "The Education of the Head and Heart Together." The board of education for the Ridge way district, composed of Hons. R. W. Fisher, John Sheffield and W. C. Claytor of the Horsepasture district, have agreed to answer the growing needs of An automobile accident occurred Friday evening on Danger Hill, between Landgraf and Vivian, and as a result two persons are dead and two injured. While going up the Danger Hill grade the auto got beyond control and reversed itself, starting back at a rapid rate, and before the occupants couple get out the car went over the bank and Please Hairston landed on the railroad fifty feet below, dying instantly. The woman died eighteen hours later from her injuries. James Barker and the white man were only slightly injured. This is the first fatal auto accident to occur between Keystone and Welch. TAINTED POLITICS By Peter Radford. This country is suffering more from tainted politics than from any other malady at the present time. There is scarcely a campaign speech made, a platform demand written or a measure enacted into law that does not carry the taint of personal gain of some politician or political faction thereof. There is more "blue sky" in campaign promises of many politicians running for office than was ever contained in the prospectuses of the boldest promoters of chimerical business schemes. There are more secret combinations formed by politicians in the name of "My Country" than were ever formed under any and all other alliases. There are more political rebates hidden in the phrase "Be it enacted" than were ever concealed under any and all other disguises. The inordinate thirst for political power and unrestrained passion for mastersy has caused more distress in this nation than the greed for gold, and it ought to be regulated by law. No business combination ever pursued their competitors as relentlessly or visited more heartless cruelty upon their customers than a political party that seeks to make junk of an industry, or cripple a business for party success, through tariff measures, political supervision and oftimes destructive legislation. Many political platforms are as alluring to the voter as the story of the rainbow with its pot of gold and their consummation about as far-fetched. Self-gain is the first law in politics. There are many men in office today who, if they could not shake plums off the tree of American liberty or cut a melon taken from Uncle Sam's commissary, would have less desire to serve the public. The country is surfeiting with patriots, who will bare their breast to bullets in defense of their country, but there are few men in public life who will bare their breast to voters or run the gauntlet of party disfavor in defense of agriculture or industry. No representative of the people, who will permit personal prejudice to dethrone justice, party success to disfranchise reason or the rancor of a political campaign to influence judgment can render capable service. The preservation of our prosperity depends upon wisdom, courage and honesty in government, and the American voter should seek these attributes as implicitly as the Wise Men followed the Star of Bethlehem and they will often be found to rest over the stable; the plow or the staff of the Shepherd. The surest cure for tainted politics and machine rule is fresh air and sunshine and these important elements are most abundant upon the farm, and when farmers, bankers and merchants are elected to membership in legislative bodies, much of the trouble in government will disappear. our people for better educational facilities and in the very near future (taking this summer) will commence the erection of a new graded school building with four rooms, built a long modern lines, with proper lights and ventilation. They will also provide the school with a good water supply. These are just a few of the proofs of the friendship of the good white people for the negroes in this section of the county. They have seen that the kind of educational training given the race at Chestnut Knob has and is making men and women better citizens in every way and they are determined to help. Rev. Davis, who stands at the head of this work, is to be congratulated on the manly stand he has taken and the confidence the white and colored people have in him as a man of industry, thrift, economy and education. The colored people of Chestnut Knob and vicinity are to be congratulated on the orderly way in which they have and are conducting themselves, educating their children, building homes for themselves and living in them. The board makes no mistake when it offers to make improved condition for a people who have always been true, honest, industrious, law abiding and self-supporting. From Chestnut Knob road-lead to every section of the county and traffic to and from and through the town is considerable. All the good citizens of the town have learned that the best way to get along is to stick together, but one important lesson yet to be learned and that is, stop talking about one another. FIRST VOTE IN THIRTY YEARS Pass Christian, Miss., June 19.--At a special election to fill the vacancy in the office of tax collector E. A. Lang waiver, with sixty-two votes. This was the first time in thirty years that Negroes were permitted to vote in a municipal election. About thirty voted. As a result of letting down the bars it is stated that the local Democratic committee will call primaries for all special elections, so that the white voters will control. MANY GRADUATE AT WILBERFORCE Xenia, O., June 21.—Dr. Hastings H. Hart, of New York, Director of the Department of Child Helping of the Russell Sage Foundation, delivered the annual address at the fifty-second annual commencement of Wilberforce University Ninety-eight graduates from the various departments of the big Negro educational institution were given out. Among the theological graduates was Thomas B. Kalane, a native of East Africa. Degrees: Bachelor of Arts—Helen W. Ferguson, Cidcinnati; Bernice Sanders Nortok, Va; Abraham L. Simpson Louisville, Ky; Earl A. Taylor, Houston, Texas. Bachelor of Science—Fred C. Billups, Trinity, Texas; Bernice Porter, Stsbuenville, O.; Lawrence Simpson, Cumberland, Ohio; Gertrude Spillman, Harrodsburg, Ky. Murder is the Charge. (Continued from page 1.) fifteen citizens of Centertown having been arrested recently. All the men arrested this afternoon were released tonight under heavy bond. Their trial probably will be had at this term of court, which is now in session. The arrest of the men created a sensation in this county, where all of them are well known citizens. It is said that a large number of warrants are in the hands of the sheriff and other arrests will follow. AN AGRICULTURAL COUNCIL Every city has its chamber of commerce or its Board of Trade. The purpose of such an organization is to study economic and business opportunities of the city and promote enterprises which will help to build the city. Does any one know of a good and sufficient reason why every rural neighborhood ought not have a similar organization? In Germany they already have such organizations. They are generally called the "landwirthschaftsrath" or agricultural council. Some students of the problem of rural organization are strongly of the opinion that such an agricultural council is necessary before much can be done for the bettering of rural credit or the marketing of farm produce. There is no object, for example, in having more capital in a farming neighborhood unless the farmers know without any guess-work just how to use that capital so as to increase the production and the profit of their farms. If all the leading farmers of a neighborhood would lay their heads together and talk over the situation and study the opportunities for new investment, they would be less likely to make mistakes than if they work secretly, as separate individuals. 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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. SAMUEL SOLINS Attorney-at-Law Welch, West Virginia BROWN W. PAYNE Attorney-at-Law Beckley, West Virginia. Votary Public Trap Hill Phone 3 P O. Box 487. Notice! Notice! Examination Dates For 1915 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 1915 will be required to pass an examination on the State Course of Study with Charaters "Teaching the Common Branches" and Barnes "English in the Country Schools," or in lieu of the examination they shall furnish evidence of having 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. --- 1 The Pacific Mutual Life Insurance Company Operates in Every State in the Union Employes More Than 8,000 Agents Pays A Claim Every Eight Minutes THE OLDEST, LARGEST AND STRONGEST LIFE, ACIDENT AND HEALTH INSURANCE COMPANY IN THE WORLD W H HARRIS. Special Agent Keystone, West Virginia THAT'S WHERE I TRADE! Bridgeford Pharmacy Leading Drug Store Prescription Specialists See them when you want Drugs W.VERNAL BRIDGEFORD, Ph.G. Prop. Registered Pharmacist ASSETS Opera Empire Pays THE OLDEST, LARGEST HEALTH INSURANCE W H H Ke THAT'S Brid Leading Drug store Pres W. VERNA OFFICIAL DIRECTORY OF MCDOWELL COUNTY CIRCUIT COURT: (Eighth Judicial Circuit) Counties of Mc Dowell, Mercer and Monroe. Hon. Isaiah C. Herndon, Judge Welch; W. Burbridge Payn Clerk. Terms of Court Second Tuesday in February June and September. CRIMINAL COURT: Hon. Jas. French Strothor, 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, Commissioners 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 Circuitand Crim. Courts, Burbridge Payne Clerk County Court, W. W. Whyte County Surveyor, w C Morgan Vivian Supt. Free Schools. W Cassius Cook, Welch Assessor, C E Rusmisell County Road Engineer, w J McClaren 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 Senate District (counties of McDow l. Mingo, wavne and wvou ning to A. Strother Welch; Wells Goodykootz Williamson. The Champion Shoe Repairing Company has gone to the expence of buying machinery to repair shoes and boots for the public in general. We are located at Northfork, W. Va., and invite you all to come and see us; give us a trial; there is no better or nicer repair work done anywhere than we do. We don't say just to have you come, for if you come and find it different to what we say you will not come back. We put out the nicest work by hand and the nicest work by machinery as can be done anywhere in the coal fields. Sweat soles, bemlock leafe, 90c Nail soles, 90c Sweed soles, oak tan $1.00$ Sweed soles, blue 1.20 Nail soles, 80c It will last as long as white oak. We make heel levels for men for 30c, for women, 20 and 25c. The best rubber heels 40c and 50c per pair. Give us a trial and we will not fail to give you satisfaction. Northfork, West Virginia. DR. M. M. TINSLEY EYE Specialist Welch, West Virginia Welch Undertaking COMP. NY Funeral Directors and Embalmers WELCH, WEST VIRGINIA CHAPEL AND PARLORS NEAR MINERS' HOSPITAL Telephone CHAS. H. RICE, Ag nt Northfork, W. Va. Hurrah! Hurrah! HUNTINGTON BUILING CLEAR OF DEBT This financial structure is used absolutely and entirely by the Stockholders of the Pythian Mutual Investment Association and is a fine illustration of what can be done by concentration of effort and wanted action: It is indeed a sound achievement, and should give life, vitality and new inspiration to every Stockholder, and every Member of the Order and the Rule. Leverage institutes to assistance for stock in this great corporation--the Pythian Mutual Investment Association--for the benefit it is sure to pay handsome dividends on the money invested. TAKE STOCK RIGHT NOW $10.00 is the price per share, either paid up or on the installment plan. Ask the agent in your locality about it or write to this office. : THE PYTHIAN MUTUAL INVESTMENT ASSOCIATION L. O. WILSON, President, Weston. ORGANIZED 1868 WHERE IT AT T Bgeford Pharmacy Description Specialist L BRIDGEFORD, registered Pharmacist Welch Uni COM Funeral Director WELCH, WELCHAPEL AND PARLORS Tele CHAS. H. H Northford Hurrah! HUNTINGTON BUILD This haulage structure and eatically by the Sir Mutual Investment Association of what can be done effort and united action. It is indeed a company given by life, and every Stockholder, and Order and the Rate. London associate in this great corporation Investment Association sure to pay handsomely invested. TAKE STOCK $10.00 is the price per the installment plan. City about it or write to THE PYTH INVESTMENT L. J. WILSON, Pro S. B. MOON Attornry-at-Law Wilcoe, West Virginia Notice The Representative for The McDowell Time will be to call on you soon so please pay up so our books can bestratted out H. J. CAPEHART Attorney-at-Law Phone 61 KEYSTONE, W. VA Practice in all the Courts William F. Denny ATTORNEY-AT-LAW Real Estate and Insurance PRICETON, W. VA.. H. HEMP HILL First Class Tailor Wilcoe, W. Va. Box 72 ALL ORDERS GUARANTEED $36,000,000 PAID IN CLAIM Union agents minutes LIFE, ACIDENT AND THE WORLD Agent TRADE! nacy ests Fee them when you want Drugs Ph.G. Prop. cist undertaking PONY s and Embalmers ST VIRGINIA NEAR MINERS' HOSPITAL phone RICE, Ag nt k, W. Va. Hurrah! ING CLEAR OF DEBT is and issued absolutely stockholders of the Pythian association and is a fine illu- bane by concentration of achievement, and should new inspiration so every Member of the go to subscription for stock on Pythian Mutual from the time it is dividends on the money RIGHT NOW shares, either paid up or on Ask the agent in your local- this office. MIAV MUTUAL ASSOCIATION President, Weston, STRAIGHTEN YOUR HAIR BEFORE AFTER PRESTO STRAIGHTENS THE MOST OBSTINATE, STUBBORN, KINNY HAIR. PRESTO' removes Dandell, Tetra, and other Skin Diseases of the SCALP; PRESTO' makes the HAIR GROW; PRESTO' is Harmful, Clean and Lasting; PRESTO' is the Greatest Discovery Known to Mankind in this Line. There away your old plucking and pulling hot brons and the so-called electric combs, and stop burning your hair out, and get a package of PRESTO' THE KING OF ALL HAIR PREPARATIONS PRESTO' will straighten your Hair the first appli- cation on us we will refund your money. The hair remains straight for months. Think of it, nothing in the world like 'PRESTO'. Apply 'PRESTO' two or three times a year, that's all. A PACKAGE OF 'PRESTO' SENT POST-PAID WITH FULL DIRECTIONS ON RECEIPT OF FIFTY CENTS. (50 CENTS) BATIBACTION GUARANTEED. WRITE FOR INFORMATION THE LA FAYETTE MFG.CO DESTON N.C. AGENTS HERE IS THE MONEY MAKER! MENTION PAPER YOU SAW AD IN NOTIGE! We want a reliable person, woman or man, in every town and locality to represent the L. 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 F. D. THOMAS, Welch, W. Va. P. O. Box 353 His office is only 50 yards from the station. For full particulars call a see, or write. Information will be furnished free. Start at once and make big money! 4-2-to4-