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VOLUME 14 A GREAT MEETING The Knights of Pythias Grand Lodge Big Success HON. L. O. WILSON RE- ELECTED GRAND CHANCELLOB Editor Whittico Elected Grand Lect- turer and Supreme Represent- ative-- Delegates Highly Entertained The meeting of the Grand Lodge K. of P. held in Parkersburg, W. Va., from Monday until Friday of last week was successful in every respect. The local committee of arrangements which was divided up into sub-committees, the chairmen of which were as follows: William Carpenter, of General Committee; G. Z. McClung, Vice Chairman; C. L. B. Reed, Senior Vice Carter, Treasurer; J. W. Shellcroft, of Badge Committee; O. Wear Carter, of Ticket Committee; G. Z. McClung, Repairing of Hall Committee and Memorial Exercises; Annie Washington, of Home Committee and Assistant in Memorial Exercises; Waite Grant, of Reception Committee; James Lacy, of Gate Committee at Park; J. R. Jefferson, of Printing and Securing Park Committee. These people had made every arrangement for the entertainment and comfort of the visiting brothers and sisters and there was not a single hitch in the proceedings. The people of Parkersburg opened their homes and hearts to the visitors in such a manner that there was not a single complaint and everybody was well cared for and no pains were spared to make the Knights and Calantians happy and contented. The white citizens, from the officials down to the most humble, seemed to take a delight in assisting in making the stay of the Grand Lodge a pleasant and profitable one. It is worthy of special mention that the police and street car conductors and motormen were as polite ready and willing to assist the strangers as were the colored people. Nature seemed to lend assistance to the local committee in making the visitors comfortable. Monday and Tuesday forenoon were extremely hot but a hard shower fell Tuesday afternoon and from that time throughout the session the weather was very pleasant. The sessions were held in Terripan Park, which a year ago had signs posted upon the gates "for white people only." This is one of the most beautiful amusement parks in the State. Several months ago the leading Negroes of the city through the assistance of Mayor Murdock had the discriminating signs torn down and when these same representative Negroes went to the owners of the park and expressed a desire to hold the sessions of the Grand Lodge and Grand Court in Terrapin Park, consent was readily given, and be it said to the credit of the Negroes that not one thing was done to cause the management to regret the concession. The behavior of the visitors was above reproach. There was not a case of drunkenness, notwithstanding the close proximity to Marietta, Ohio, nor was there the least disorder. FIRST DAY SESSION The twenty-third session of the Grand Lodge of the Pythians of West Virginia, was begun under favorable auspices in the auditorium at Terrapin park at 10 o'clock Tuesday, August 3rd. The attendant Grand Court of Calan the, meeting in its fifteenth annual session, was present at the first public meeting where Mayor Murdock, Dr. J. W. Shellcroft and Mrs. Minnie Mitehell delivered addresses of welcome to the Grand Lodge and Grand Court on behalf of the city, local lodges and courts. These were responded to by Dr. N. L. Edwards, of Bluefield; Joseph Barnett, of Charleston, and Mrs. W. C. Penn, of Bluefield. Mayor Murdock was hearty in his welcoming remarks, and his excellency was assured that the good hane of Parkersburg's Negro citizens would not be jeropardized by the presence of the visiting knights and ladies. The Grand Lodge and Courts held their sessions in the auditorium and dancing pavilion respectively, the afternoon sessions beginning at 3 o'clock were devoted to the regular routine business of the orders. Be it said to the credit of the efficient Grand Chancellor, L. O. Wilson, and Grand W. C. J. Rupert Jefferson, the sessions as to time and disposition of business began without a hitch. The Grand Chancellors, and G. K. of R. & S. reports were presented at the afternoon session, and were approved. G. O. Wilson was highly landed for his efficient conduct of the affairs of the order The McDowell Times through the official year. Some pressure had to be exerted to repress his friends from proposing his re-election by acclamation ahead of the routine program. Tuesday night the Grand Lodge degree was conferred upon four applicants. SECOND DAY SESSION. Wednesday was taken up in the reading of the reports of the various Grand Officers and several committees also reported. The various reports showed the general work of the order to be progressing nicely and much interest being manifested in the condition of the order by the various lodges. Dr. R. C. Harrison, Grand Medical Register, read a splendid report and recommended changes in the Medical Examiner's blanks and in the method of selecting medical examiners. The recommendation caused considerable Hon. L. O. Wilson RE-ELECTED GRA Delegates unanimously approve RE-ELECTED GRAND CHANCELLOR unanimously approve and endorse his admin- The image provided is too blurry and low-resolution to accurately recognize any text. It appears to be a blank or heavily pixelated document. Therefore, no text can be extracted from this image. discussion but in the end the blanks were changed but no change was made in the method of selecting medical examiners. ELECTION OF OFFICERS. Great interest was manifested in Thursday morning's session because of the election of officers. There was no doubt from the beginning of the session that Hon. L. O. Wilson would be re-elected Grand Chancellor, because it was understood that there would be no opposition to him, but it was thought that there would be a stiff fight for some of the other offices. At 9 o'clock a.m. every delegate was in his place and Grand Chancellor Wilson called the meeting to order and after devotional exercises announced that the election of officers was in order and turned the gavel over to Prof. J. Rupert Jefferson, Grand Councillor of the Grand Court of Calanthe, to preside. Hon. L. O. Wilson was nominated and unanimously re-elected Grand Chancellor, Rev. J. W. Robinson, of Kimball, was unanimously re-elected Grand Vice Chancellor; Prof. C. W. Boyd, of Charleston, was unanimously re-elected Grand Keeper of Records and Seal; Dr. N. L. Edwards, of Bluefield, was unanimously re-elected Grand Master of Exchequer; Dr. R. C. Harrison, of Kimball, was re-elected Grand Medical Register; Rev. J. J. Turner, of Kimberly, Grand Prelate; Floyd Ross of Ennis, Grand Inner Guard; Mr. Spencer, Grand Outer Guard were also re-elected without opposition. EDITOR WHITTICO ELECTED GRAND LECTURER. The only contest of the session developed over the office of Grand Lecturer. Prof. James L. Hill, of Bluefield, placed in nomination Editor M. T. Whittico, of Keystone, and T. Edward Hill, of Keystone, placed in nomination Prof. E. L. Morton, of Pt. Pleasant to succeed himself. There were many spirited speeches delivered seconding the nomination of each of the candidates; the vote was taken and the announcement of the result showed that Editor Whittico received 88 votes and Prof. Morton 37. Dr. Shellcroft, of Parkersburg, and Editor Whittico were elected Supreme Representatives to attend the session of the Supreme Grand Lodge, K. of P., which meets in Columbus, Ohio, next week, the other two Supreme Representatives who were elected last year are Prof. E. L. Morton and Prof. J. Rupert Jefferson. Mr. T. J. Jones, of Clarksburg, was recommended to take the Supreme Grand Lodge degree. STOCKHOLDER'S MEETING. Thursday afternoon the annual stockholder's meeting of the Fythian Museum ND CHANCELLOR and endorse his administration. Investment Association was held The ladies of the Court met with the Grand (Continued on Page Four.) the residence of the bride's brother, Dr. H. Floyd Gamble of Charleston, W. Va. At 10 o'clock the bride entered the parlor with her brother, and the groom with Prof. W. A. Curtis. The contracting couple stood behind an enbankment of palms, roses and gladioli, while Rev. J. Sylvester Canoll, pastor of Simpson M. E. church, performed the ceremony. The bride wore a handsome traveling suit of blue gaberdine with large velvet Shoes! Shoes First appearance of Fall Styles of Shoes is now coming in. Come in and look them over. They are better than ever before. See our values and you will understand our success. Invest in our shoes and you will be convinced for all times. hat, both of which were advanced models from Fifth Avenue New York. The groom wore a blue English suit. After congratulations and good wishes the party entered the dining room. The breakfast table was beautifully decorated with flowers and embroidery and lighted with candles. In the center was a large heart-shaped wedding cake with most beautiful and artistic icing. Those seated at the table were the bride and groom, Dr. H. F. Gamble, Misses Ethel and Llewellyn Spriggs and Mr. Wm. Spriggs, Jr., of Institute; Rev. J. S. Carrol, Mrs. Fred Haskins and Miss Mary Eunank, of Charleston; Prof. and Mrs. A. W. Curtis and Mrs. Byrd Prillerman, Institute. The following menu was served from the buffet by Miss C Ruth Campbell assisted by Miss Cathrine Gamble, niece of the bride: Cantelope Broiled chicken Stuffed peppers Potato chips Rolls Tea Coffee Ice cream Cake Both the bride and groom are members of the faculty of West Virginia College Institute. The happy couple left on the noon train for Springfield, Ohio, where they will spend a few weeks with the groom's relatives, afterward returning to Institute. CONDEMNS THE U.S. "American Government Can Go to Hell," As- serts Villa Summons Foreign and Mexican Merchants Before Him, Some Under Guard, Shakes Fist in Their Faces. El Paso, Tex., Aug. 6.—"The American government can go to hell," declared Gen. Francisco Villa, addressing a gathering of foreign merchants at Chihuahua city Saturday. Shortly afterward he confiscated a number of their stores. Forty-two Mexican merchants were jailed after the conference held Saturday for the purpose of ridding a forced loan. Six were executed. According to the reports received here, Gen. Villa stamped up and down the room where foreign and Mexican business men were assembled in the governor's palace and shook his fist in the faces of the 30 or 40 present. TAKES BUSINESS FOR STATE. "I am going to take your business for the benefit of the state," he declared. "Your employees will remain here and conduct the business under the direction of my agents—you have been stealing from the people for yourselves. "Tomorrow at noon a train will be ready to take you foreigners to the bor- es! Sh There will hardly be such an array of candidates for the seat of Senator Quil- Hon. Virgil L. Highland THE NEW YORK TIMES M. M. New Committeemen The Republican State Central Committee has elected H. of Clarksburg, member of the Republican National Com- was Chairman of the State Central Committee for several y chairman of the Public Service Commission. He is a stalw ever been loyal to the party and his selection for National popular one among Republicans and will have the effect of No better selection could have been made and the Sta congratulated upon the selection of Mr. Highland. State Central Committee has elected him as member of the Republican National Committee. State Central Committee for several years did service Commission. He is a stalwart in the party and his selection for National Committee Republicans and will have the effect of restion could have been made and the State on the selection of Mr. Highland. The Republican State Central Committee has elected Huey Vigil L. Thrasher, of Clarksburg, member of the Republican National Committee, Mr. Highland was Chairman of the State Central Committee for several years and was the first chairman of the Public Service Commission. He is a stalwart Republican who has ever been loyal to the party and his selection for National Committeeman is a very popular one among Republicans and will have the effect of restoring confidence. No better selection could have been made and the State Committee is to be congratulated upon the selection of Mr. Highland. ton next year as would have appeared under the old way of legislative choice. For many years, very rich men have sought election to the senate of the United States just for the honor and power it der. We are poor here, and I will not send bread or water on the train. Meanwhile, you Americans and Germans and Frenchmen, my telegraph wires will be open to you and you can protest to your governments. cause their business affairs are so great and pressing that they really cannot afford to make the sacrifice. These announcements have not caused weeping and grashing of teeth in the land. Nobody seems to deplore the passing of the old crop of candidates from the political arena to that obscurity of private life for which they are so brilliantly fitted. Good may come of it too, for perhaps the coin that has heretofore gone to pave golden streets leading to the senate wing of the "If the American government does not like my action, it can go to hell. I have been fighting for 20 years and I am willing to fight as many years more." Obitu would give them and for the social prestige it would give their families. Heretofore the man who went to the senate had to be "rich enough." Ability and state-manship have, in most instances, been considered as of minor importance when senatorial togas were being passed around. The senate has been the goal toward which millionaires have bent their steps as the secular heritage of their clan. The amendment to the federal constitution providing for the election of senators by direct vote of the people has put an end to one of the most dearly prized of special privileges enjoyed by those possessing big slices of fortune's fat. We are constantly hearing through the public press of the decision of some erstwhile perennial candidates for the senate not to enter the primary next summer be- M. mittee has elected Hes. Virgil L. Husband, rap National Committee. Mr. Highland mittee for several years and was the first on. He is a stalwart Republican who has action for National Committee man is a very have the effect of restoring confidence. made and the State Committee is to be Highland. cause their business affairs are so great and pressing that they really cannot afford to make the sacrifice. These announcements have not caused weeping and gnashing of teeth in the land. Nobody seems to deplore the passing of the old crop of candidates from the political arena to that obscurity of private life for which they are so brilliantly fitted. Good may come of it too, for perhaps the coin that has heretofore gone to pave golden streets leading to the senate wing of the caitol at Washington may hereafter go to relieve the needy and unfortunate. The candidates who will seek the nomination both at the hands of the Republican and Democratic parties will have other and better qualifications than mere money and they will represent two distinct and antagonistic schools of Republicanism and Democracy. The fight will be the final and decisive engagement in this state between the "graybeards" and the "colts." Obituary Over the world's vast arena moves steadily and continually an everchanging innumerable host. If we stop for a moment to view this many sided and varied-bued crowd, we find here and there certain of its individuals standing out more prominently than those of his associates. We as individuals select them as companions for some of the one or more elements in their nature that appeal to us. Then there are others, who unconsciously attract all who come in contact with them, by one or several of the beautiful attributes of a noble life. Such was true of Mrs. Dinah Marshall, who was born in Henry county, Virginia, fifty years ago last January. Her parents were Charles and Lucinda Taylor. She was the fourth of a family of fifteen children. October 22, 1885, she was married to Peter Francis Marshall. Three children came to bless this union, two of whom survive her together with a loving husband, four sisters and one brother. In early life she became a christian and worked faithfully for that cause throughout her life. As a woman Mrs. Marshall possessed a cheerful sunshine disposition. She was one of those cheery, hopeful souls that meant new life and energy to the disappointed, disheartened and over burdened. Unassumedly yet assuredly she could revive a down-cast spirit, by genuine love and sympathy, that ever seemed to be a part of her. She was big and broad in heart, so much so that she could heartily rejoice NEXT CIRCULATION: OF THE STATE Archives and History Dept. OF WEST VIRGINIA LABOR'S SHARE Amounts to Much More Than Has Been Pop- ularly Supposed LABOR RECEIVES TWO-THIRDS OF ALL PROFITS OF LABOR While the Capitalist Who Makes the Investments and Builds the Business Receives Only One-Third. The popular supposition that four-fifths of the profits of industry goes into the coffers of the capitalist, while only one-fifth remained for labor has been shown to be overwhelmingly erroneous. On the contrary, labor receives out of the profits of industry two-thirds, while the capitalist who makes the investments and builds the business, receives the remaining one-third. Out of the one-third of the return belonging to the capitalist must be subtracted whatever percentage is to be taken up on account of depreciation. The result of ascertaining the proportions of industry received by capital and labor, was worked out by a committee of the National Civic Federation. The committee was composed of W. J. Pope, of Waterbury, Conn.; Prof. John B. Clark, of Columbia University, and the Rev. John A. Ryan, of St. Paul's Seminary, St. Paul, Minn. Their conclusion was reached after "examining and analyzing statistics covering the labors of 10,000,000 wage earners, or more than twenty-five per cent. of the graffiti employed in this country," says the Literary Discus. The statistics examined embrace the census figures covering for manufacturing, mines and quarries; the Interstate Commerce Commissions returns for steam railroads and express companies; and the financial statement of the American Telephone & Telegraph Company. Farmers and farm laborers are not taken into account. The census figures from which the report makes its findings are not new figures. They are the showings for 1899 and 1904. The difference between that time and this has been gradually growing in favor of the side of labor. Hence it is to be concluded that the capitalist' profits are decreasing, both in the aggregate and allowing for depreciation. The report concludes with this summary: "If in the future an increased output per worker should result from betterments in the application of capital or labor or both to industry, experience seems to show that the worker would secure the major part of such increase." STATE DEPUTY BACK IN REGULAR FIELD Mrs. Malinda Cobbs, State Deputy of the Independent Order of St. Lukes, was in the city this week. She recently returned from Columbus, Ohio, where she visited from June until the last of July in behalf of the St. Lukes. While in Columbus she visited eight churches, lecturing on the work. Each church received her cordially. Three and four receptions were given each week in honor of her. A nice council was set up while there with thirty-four financial members and seventy-five names to be added later. She returned to West Virginia after a successful visit in the Buckeye State, leaving the work in charge of Mrs. Robinson and Miss Alice Jones, both natives of Columbus. Mrs. Cobbs is now preparing for the Grand Setting of the Order which will convene in Richmond, Va., August 17. She has a grand report to make and wishes West Virginia to get busy so that she may carry a fine representation. Arrivals at Brown Hotel, Huntington J. Wesley Grey, Keystone, W. Va. Miss Oarrie Brown, Malden, W. Va. Mrs. Mary Burkes, " " " " G. L. Morton, " " " " Hanly Baker, Columbus, O. R. D. Logan, Logan, W. Va. Mr. and Mrs. Smith, Parkereburg. H. R. Tucker, Panther. John Lee, Five Branch. Aibert Page, Stone Back. Frank Jackson, Logan. James Tyler, Coal River. Yes, your subscription is due. MEMBER NATIONAL NEGRO ASSOCIATION BE. RATHER THAN SEEM TO BE WHITTICO & HILL PUBLISHERS & PROPRIETORS. M. T. WHITTICO, Editor. T. EDWARD HILL, Business Mgr. Articles of more than ten lines will be charged 10 cents per line. Published every Friday in the interest of the Negro Race--His Civil and Political Rights. SUBSCRIPTION RATES. One year in advance.....$1.50 Six months in advance.....75 Three months in advance.....45 One month in advance.....20 Single copy.....05. ADVERTISING RATES FURNISHED UPON REQUEST Special rates to churches, schools and colleges. Subscribers changing their Post Office address must notify the publishers or else his subscription will be collected just the same as if he had not. Entered as Second Class Matter March 22, 1904, at the Post Office at Keystone, W. Va., under act of Congress, March 3, 1879. FRIDAY AUG. 13, 1915 A WISE LEADER. The Grand Lodge K. of P. of the state of West Virginia, under the wise and sagacious leader ship of Hon. L. O. Wilson, Grand Chancellor, was soundly endorsed and approved in its annual session held in Parkersburg last week by a unanimous return to office of practically every officer. The strong reports, the intelligent method by which the work of the order was shown to have been kept. The people have long since learned that it doesn't pay to listen to every little wind that blows and as such when they know a man to be able, honest, industrious and straight-forward in his dealings with the public affairs, they are satisfied and will push to the wall every time, any man who for selfish, personal and envious reasons, tries to break down an institution just because he happens not to be at its head. Hon. L. O. Wilson's past official record was so good and unquestionable till everybody delights in paying him homage. "Where was Moses when the light went out? In Keystone. Politics are very quiet in this neck of the woods. Women, stop "rubber necking" and stop talking about your neighbors. The greatest curse to society today is ingratitude, chronic kickers, disgruntals and knockers have no decent standing place in society among gentlemen. While many are breaking their necks, legs, arms and knocking out eyes in their mad rush to say who will be the successful candidates' for state offices, we are content at looking on. ODD FELLOWS IN SESSION The Grand Lodge G. U. O. of Odd Fellows, is in session this week at Crozer, in this country. A large number of representa tive citizens including the Grand Master F. R. Ramer, of Martinsburg, W. W. Sanders, Deputy Grand Master; Hon. John Noel, Hon. J. M. Ellis and others; also many of the leading ladies of the race in the state who are attending the annual meeting of the Household of Ruth. A complete account of the pro ceedings of this great meeting of Odd Fellows will be published in next weeks issue. Notice of Application For Pistol License. The undersigned, who is a justice of the peace in Northlork District, will apply to the Judge of the Circuit Court of McDowell county at the next term of said court for a license to carry a pistol. W. M. HOWARD, J. P., Northlork, W. Va. 8 13-4t. Representative Negroes Present; Temporary Officers Elected Charleston, W. V., Aug. 9.—The incorporators of the West Virginia colored state civic league met in the First Baptist church Saturday at 3:30 p. m., the articles of incorporation were read and the incorporators from several counties signed in the presence of a notary public. Hon. R. W. White, the originator of the civic league movement in West Virginia presided and stated the purpose of the call and the necessity of such a movement for the intellectual, business, civic, moral and political development of the race. Other leaders of thought among the Negroes of West Virginia spoke, such as Dr. F. M. Gamble, Mr. C. H. James, of Charleston; Hon. J. E. Parson, Editor M. T. Whittico, of Keystone; Prof. Jas. L. Hill, of Bluefield; Rev. Jenkins, of Elkins; Prof. E. L. Morton, of Point Pleasant, and others. Letters were read from Hon. J. R. Clifford of Martinburg, Atty. Brown W. Payne of Beckley, Rev. Geo E. Fountain of Wheeling, Rev. I. V. Bryant of Huntington and other leading Negroes. All of the speeches and letters expressed sympathy for the movement and a desire to co-operate for the higher development of the race. And all expressed a desire that the league be kept out of politics and instead of developing into a political machine that it be a great organized movement for the social and economic advancement of the race. A public mass meeting was held in the same church Sunday, at which speeches were made by Rev. Reed, the pastor, Hon. R. W. White, Dr. Gamble, Rev. Jenkins, Mr. C. H. James, Prof. James L. Hill and Editor M. T. Whittico. All discussed phases of the civic league work and its hopes for the future. A general meeting of the West Virginia civic league will be held in Charleston on September 22, 1915, when representative Negroes from the entire state will be present and a permanent organization will be perfected. The temporary officers are as follows: President, Dr. F. M. Gamble, Charleston; Vice Pres., Rev. Dr. I. V. Bryant, Huntington; General Secretary, Editor M. T. Whittico, Keystone; Cor. Seev, E. L. Morton, Point Pleasant; Treasurer, C. H. James, of Charleston; Organizer, T. Edward Hill, Keystone; Attorney, M. Kimbero, of Charleston. The Board of Directors was not chosen at this meeting. All are looking forward to a great meeting on the 22nd of September. WITHDRAWS APPLICATION The McDowell Times has received information that Prof. Roscoe C. Clarkson, of Bramwell, W. Va., who has been principal of the Bramwell colored graded school for the past two years has withdrawn his application for that position which he filed with the Board of Education of Rock District some time ago. The work of Prof. Clarkson has been very commendable and has received the approval of a majority of the patrons of the school but it appears that some opposition developed to the retention of Prof. Clarkson by some white men of influence. No charges were made and after waiting in Bramwell throughout the summer hoping to be given an opportunity to defend himself the young principal decided to withdraw his application and seek work elsewhere. It is to be regretted that the Bramwell colored graded echool will loose the service of such a manly and efficient teacher as Prof. Clarkson. CHARLIE RICE SETS UP PYTHIAN LODGE AT JENKINJONES Monday night of this week. Mr. Charlie Rice, Grand District Deputy, set up another Pythian Lodge. This time it was at Jenkinjones and 21 young men brave as they usually are, underwent the initiation. This lodge was named "Light of the Valley" lodge. This is but another substantial proof of the real, downright manhood and earnestness with which Rice does things. It also proves that Pythianism is growing. Hon. A. D. Sowers, Chairman of the Progressive County Committee, was in the city Monday and called at his office. Mr. Sowers has been in Pennsylvania, Maryland and Delaware for the past six months, but feeling that the political pot would soon commence to boil the young Progressive chairman could not longer resist the "call of the wild." He refused to give out anything for publication but stated that the Progressive Committee would meet in a short time when the course of the party in McDowell county will be determined and he will then have something of interest to tell the public. Mr. Sowers mentioned the bread and soup lines he had seen in Philadelphia, Wilmington, New York and other eastern cities and stated that the condition of the country will make a change in the administration necessary. On state and county politics Mr. Sowers was non-committal. COVINGTON COVINGTON We are very glad to know that our pastor Rev. W. J. Hackett is convalescing. Helen C. Pendleton, the little five year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Warren Pendleton of Clifton Forge, died Thursday of last week. Mrs. Etta Cox of Montgomery, W. Va., is here keeping house for her paents, Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Anderson, who are visiting their sister in Pennsylvania. Mrs. M. in Aney, of Sewa Va., gave Mrs. Lucy Pannell a flying call Thursday morning. The stork visited Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Miller Friday morning and a 161 pound girl. Mrs. Anne Miller returned from the Charlottesville Hospital Sunday night very much improved after undergoing an operation. Mrs. Maud Harvey returned from Uniontown, Pa., Sunday morning where she has been visiting her sister Mrs. Owens. Her neice, Miss Anna Owens, accompanied her to spend a few weeks. BECKLEY (By BROWN W. PAYNE.) Beckley folk are having the greatest season for gardening that has been experienced for many a year. One citizen tells of a dream of himself walking thru his own garden and there beheld corn growing as tall as the houses, and adorned with four or five full ears. This dream may be a good political omen. The meeting of the Beckley Literary Society was postponed at its last meeting night on account of the absence of the absence of the president. The regular preaching services of the Ebenezer Baptist church were well attended last Sunday. It shows a good church-going-habit, which is very commendable. At the recent election to increase the levy in Town district for the purpose of building new schools, the voters turned it down. I am not surprised at the white people, for some of them lack the idea of deal school buildings, as is evidenced by the dilapidated buildings in the district, but to hear a colored man opposing efforts to increase the school funds, makes one despair. Misses Ester Harris and Mary Hale, and Mrs. Press Mans were in town last week from Sullivan. It is rumored that Misses Harris will be married on the 4th Sunday to Mr. William Hutchinson, of Hot Coal. There is on foot a plan for an elaborate entertainment at the marriage, to be followed by an extensive bridal tour. Rev. James Austin preached at Sullivan last Sunday. Mrs. Willie Lewis is back in town. She has been visiting her mother, who continues quite poorly. Miss Mary Claytor, of Fayette county, and her uncle, Mr. Smith, were in town last week looking after the purchase of some property in East Becklev. COALDALE Mr. S. B. Johnson left Sunday for Piketon, Ohio, where he will spend a week or so on his farm. Mrs. Webster Ward and Carter spent Wednesday and Thursday in Pocahontas attending the association. Mr. George Webster and son Nathaniel, Wm. Harper and C. Adams spent Friday attending the association. Mrs. W. T. Dixie and son of Bramwell spent Sunday with Mrs. G. E. Webster. We are glad that Mrs. Walter Thornhill, who has been very ill, is improving under treatment of Drs. Holley of Bramwell and Harrison of Kimball. Mrs. Williamson, of this place, is very ill at this writing. 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A VINCULO MATRIMONII And it appearing from an allidavit now on file with the papers in this cause, that the defender is a non-resident of the State of West Virginia; it is therefore ordered that the said defender do appear at the Clerk's Office of the Circuit Court of McDowell County within one month from the date of the first publication of this order, and do what is necessary to protect his interest herein. And it is further ordered that a copy of this order be published once a week for four successive weeks in some newspaper in McDowell County, and that a copy of the same be posted at the front door of the court house of McDowell County for twenty days before decree is rendered. A copy. Test: W. BURBRIDGE PAYNE, Clerk A. G. Froe. P. Q. Order of Publication At Rules held in the Clerk's office of the Circuit Court of McCowell County, on the first Monday in August, 1915. Mary' Galvasca. The object of this suit is to obtain from the defendant by the plaintiff a divorce A VINCULO MATRIMONI And it appearing from an affidavit now on file with the papers in this cause, that the defendant is a non-resident of the state of West Virginia; it is therefore ordered that the said defendant do appear at the Clerk's office of the Circuit Court of McDowell county within one month from the date of the first publication of this order, and do what is necessary to protect his interest herein. The order ordered that a copy of this order be published once a week for four successive weeks in some newspaper published in McDowell county, and that a copy of the same be posted at the front door of the court house of McDowell county for twenty days before decree is rendered. A copy. Teste: W. BURBRIDGE PAYNE, Clerk. A. G. Froe, P. O. Order of Publication. WEST VIRGINIA At rules held in the Clerk's Office of the Circuit Court of McDowell County, on the first Monday in August, 1915. Lillie Barn, Plaintiff, In Chacery. Wm. Barn, Defendant. The object of this suit is to obtain from the defendant by the plaintiff a divorce A VINCULO MATRIMONI DO MAKRONI. And it appears from an adi-davit now on file with the papers in this case, that the defendant is a member of the State of West Virginia; it is therefore ordered the said defendant do appear at the Clerk's Office of the Circuit Court of McDowell County within one month from the date of the first publication of this order, and do what is necessary to protect his interest herein. And it is further ordered that a copy of this order be published once a week for four successive weeks in some newspaper published in McDowell County, and that the same be posted at the front door of the court house of McDowell County for twenty days before decree is rendered. A copy. Teste: W. BURBRIDGE PAYNE, Clerk. A. G. Froe, P. Q. --- NOTIGE! I. L. U. TO THE FRONT We want a reliable person, a woman or man, in every town and locality to represent the L. L. U. Department of the 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 4.2-1.4 s Attending the t State Con- Bluefield. vention in Bluefield. Especial arrangements have been made over the Virginian railroad for all delegates attending the Womens' Baptist State Convention which meets in Rinfield August 11, 12 and 13. All these wishing to take advantage of these special rates must be at Deep Water on the morning of August 10th as the train will leave Deepwater at 10:40 a.m. for Bluefield. There will be a special coach provided for the delegates. For further information, write to the Cor Secretary. MRS. M. A. W. THOMPSON, Press. MRS. A. E. Y SINCLAIR, Cor Sec. Notice of Disolution Notice is hereby given that at a general meeting of the stockholders of the Big Mountain Coal Company, a corporation, held at the offices of Samuel Solins, on the 20th day of July, 1915, a resolution was adopted by a majority in interest of the entire stock of said company as follows: "RESOLVED: That this corporation, The Big Mountain Coal Company, discontinue business as a corporation and surrender to the State of Wisconsin its Charter and corporate franchise; after paying all of its debts and obligations, divide its property and assets remaining among its stockholders. But no payment shall be made to any stockholder until after the publication of the notice of this resolution as herein provided. "RESOLVED: That the President cause a notice of the adoption of this resolution to be published in the McDowell Times, a paper of general circulation, published a paper of once a week for four successive weeks, and a President certify this resolution together with a certificate of the publisher of the said McDowell Times, under his hand and the common seal of the corporation to the Secretary of state." Given under my hand this the 20th day of July, 1915. GEO. T. BLECH. President. SAMUEL SOLINS. Counsel. 7-20-4t. The Geneal Fire an Insurance ED. T. BLESSCH President. 7:30-4t. Geneal Accid Fire and Life rance Incorpor ORGANIZED OVER 25 YEARS AGO And doing business in Union. Pay every Ctects against Fire, AcDeaths. No better Co can lay claim to the pe H.M. BRAT business in every State haws every Claim against Just Fire, Accidents, Sic No better Company in the aim to the people's patron BRATGAER 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 NORTHFORK, W. VA. Go To J. E. WHEBY'S RESTAURANT, When in Welch, W. Va., Rig near Depot. You will be t ALL ARE WELCOME WHEBY'S NT, When in Welch, W. Va., Right near Depot. You will be tr ALL ARE WELCOME Go To J. E. WHEBY'S RESTAURANT, When in Welcb, W. Va., Right side of Street, near Depot. You will be treated right ALL ARE WELCOME We do job work Household Linen Set of 22 Pieces A MATCHLESS PREMIUM ITEM Given away absolutely FREE To the woman or girl who secures Six Paid Up yearly subscribers to The McDowell Times This can be done in a few hours with little or no special effort. This is one of the best and easiest offers ever made by a newspaper. Goods well worth Six Dollars and are worth double the efforts of any one. This 22-piece linen set is popular because it consists of items that are serviceable in daily use in every household. It is a nice quality, popular pattern, and serviceable goods which judges of value will recognize at once as a decided bargain at the terms we are offering it. All given away free to the woman, boy or anybody else who sees enres the small number of six paid up subscribers for one year to The McDowell Times. And many other prizes equally as valuable in silver or china ware. Goods to be seen at The McDowell Times office. TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: NA FLOR'S HAIR DRESSING THE KING OF ALL HAIR DRESSINGS GROWS HAIR-REMOVES DANDRUFF AND TETTER. BUY IT-TRY IT-TEST IT. ASK YOUR DRUGGIST FOR IT- DEMAND IT! IF HE HAS NOT IT WE WILL SEND IT FOR 25¢S POSTPAID NA FLOR DRUG CO. AGENTS WANTED EVERYWHERE EDENTON, N.C. MENTION PAPER YOU SAW AD IN. My Clients Are Always First. My friends are next, but I w an unjust judgment nor ask tion of an innocent man. Lock Box 54. Phone 38 KEYSTONE, WEST VIRGINIA. The Nai Mrs. A. Will Lock Box 54. Phone 38 KEYSTONE, WEST VIRGINIA. The National Joll Robber EXPERT MANICURIST The most up-to-date Parlors is Equipped with every modern convenience Prompt and first-class service in parlors: NO. 16 FEDERAL AVE., 2 doors below BLUEFIELD, W. V. Accident, and Life Incorporation The most up-to-date Parlors in the State Equipped with every modern convenience Graduate Artists Prompt and first.class service in parlors or at home of patrons NO.16 FEDERAL AVE.,2 doors below the Elks Opera House BLUEFIELD, W. VA. in every State in the claim against it. Procedents, Sickness and company in the country people's patronage GAER, Agt. BY'S Jelch, W. Va., Right side of Street. You will be treated right WELCOME Job work R. No Sin Emb B Office 'P 7-23-15. d Linen Set of 22 ATCHLESS PREMIUM ITEM way absolutely F or girl who secures Six Paid Up yearly subscribers The National Joel Robber A. Williams Mrs. A. Williams o-date Parlors in the State on convenience Graduate Artists service in parlors or at home of patrons 2 doors below the Elks Opera House UEFIELD, W. VA. R. B. Price Embalmers & Undertakers Bluefield, West Virginia Free of 22 Pieces UM ITEM lely FREE yearly subscribers to HAIR DRESSER When In Graham WANTING, SOMETHING GOOD TO EAT AND A NICE PLACE TO STOP Call at H. W. ARNOLD Place not over one minute's walk from the station. (WRIGHT'S OLD STAND) Graham, Virginia A. L. Spencer Quick Lunches and meales served while the train waits Ice Cream, Confectioneries Dop, Tobacco etc. Mora, W. Va. Northfork, West Virginia. REPRESENTATIVE OF Sinkford & Warren Office 'Phone 217. Res. Phone 970 L. 7-23-'15. News and Views of Our Wide Awake Correspondents SNAP SHOT AND PERSONAL MENTION OF PROMINENT K. OF P.AT PARKERSBURG News Items Solicited from All Points. Grand Chancellor L. O. Wilson, who is the popular and efficient leader of the Grand Lodge Pythians of the state as well as state librarian and member of state central Republican committee, was at his post directing affairs with precision and power as usual. Dr. R. C. Harrison, Grand Medical Director, of Kimball, was very active in all deliberations. Allen Dehonney, the biggest delegate physically on the ground was there this time full of ginger enthusiastic but as pleasant as a big, fat, hale, hearty fellow like he could be. Rev. George Fountain, editor of Fountain's Digest, known and read all over this state and whose news is "newsy," was a delegate at the Grand Lodge. Fountain is a strong race man and when he makes up his mind to do right few men can beat him. He is fearless, forceful and non-compromising when the liberty and civic rights of his race are at stake. He is originally a resident of Martinsville, Va., but is happily and fraternally located in Wheeling and has charge of one of the best Baptist churches in the state. He is an educator, organizer, journalist, preacher, evangelist and all-round genial, happy fellow whose friendship for his friends is always replete with the best of fellowship. Alex Redmond, of Keyser, Grand Deputy of the Knights of Pythians of this state a substantial citizen, a Republican leader of his people in his county and a man of much individuality as well as of much ability, was on hand moving in and about with the boys as usual. He is a strong administration man. T. R. Jenkins, of Huntington, one of the most regular supporters and defenders of the principles of the fraternity of any man in the state, was present and always makes himself felt because of his eloquence and cool headedness on questions that at times seem turbulent. He is a born pacificator. Thos. T. Page, of Holden, was busy moving among the members and incidentally he took occasion to ask a few fellows a question or so as to their positions on the coming gubernatorial fight. J. C. Mack, of Ennis, one of the strong delegates of Good Hope Lodge, No. 9 was on hand also. Rev. J. J. Turner of Kimberly Grand Prelate, who is always dutiful, faithful and earnest was at his post throughout the session. N. G. Carrington of Thurmond was there in earnest and was active. H. H. Wood, of Raymond City, who is Grand Marshall, is one of the most progressive members and vigilant workers of the jurisdiction. J. F. Tatum of Lowe, a strong property owner, was making good by his presence and his interest. Dallas McComas of Logan Co., an active delegate to the Grand Lodge, was at every session and took strict account of all actions. J T. Jackson, captain, of Carlon Company, No. 1 Uniform Rank, Charleston, W. Va., was on hand and was just as contentious as he could be. He and Sq Saddlier were constantly scrapping over which was the b biggest lodge, Capitol City or McKinley Memorial Lodge No. 33. BRAMWELL Last Sunday was a fair day, service good. The pastor, Rev. McKoy being absent on a vacation Rev. Edwards of Binefield filled the pulpit. He preached a splendid sermon from St. John 15:5, which reads thus: "I am the vine, ye are the branches; he that abideth in me and I in him, the same bringeth fourth much fruit, for without me ye can do nothing." Subject—"The Vital Life." The choir rendered splendid music, with Madame Small as organist. We were glad to see brother E. G. King at church Sunday. Misses Brondums of Cooper were calling on Miss Dixie last Sunday. The Golden Rule will have its annual sermon presented by Rev. Zigard of Crystal the first Sunday in Sept. Mrs. Carter was entertained by Mrs. McKoy Sunday after church. Rev. W. A. Turner, of Mt. Calm, was attending service here Sunday. There will be an entertainment given at the Blinestone Baptist church tomorrow night by Miss Hall. There will be a grand rally at the A. M. E. church on the 3rd Sunday in this month. Rev. J. W. Coger and his choir are expected to be present. LOCALS Mrs. Rosa N. Brown, of Institute, has spent several days with relatives and friends in this city. Mrs. M. T. Whittico left this week for the old homestead in Point Pleasant where she will attend teacher's institute. Mrs Lenora Johnson, of Kimball, who has been away on two weeks visit, has returned and was in visiting in Keystone last week. Atty. Howard Harper, who has been overseeing his farm for awhile at Tip Top is again in the city. Deputy Sheriff Parson made a flying trip to Charleston the past week. Robert Minnis, barber, of Burke, was taken to the Welch Hospital Tuesday of last week with an attack of appendicitis. He died Thursday evening. His remains were taken to Virginia for burial. Miss Lessie Simpson is visiting in Bramwell this week. Mrs. W. O. Moore leaves for Richmond next week to attend the Grand Setting of St. Lukes. Miss Irene Woods, who has been visiting her sister, Mrs. L. E. Johnson, for some time was tendered a reception at Mrs. Johnson's by the Misses Ppps Master Charles Penn. Miss Woods will leave for her home, Pomeroy, Ohio. Sunday. While here she made a host of friends in the young society. Mitchell Belt. of Pineville, the county seat of Wyoming county, was in the city Tuesday and called at the Times office. Our good friend Belt is a special proteg of Judge Swope of the McDowell Recorder and was nick named by the able editor as "Ne'er Go Dry Belt." Living up to that name Belt was on his way from Pocahontas home with his saddle pockets filled and properly labeled. NOTICE! Notice is hereby given that W. L. Jones and Dave Sanders, trading as The Bismark Restaurant and Pool, by mutual agreement dissolved partnership on Aug. 10, 1915. The business will continue under the name of "The Bismark Restaurant and Pool." W. L. Jones, Propr. 8-13-4t. MUNICIPAL ESTIMATE STATE OF WEST VIRGINIA. COUNTY OF McDOWELL. CITY OF KEYSTONE. To-wit: At a special session of the council of the city of Keystone, McDowell county, held in the council chambers thereof, in the city hall building on the 11th day of August, 1915, there were present C. C. Hale, mayor, W. E. Stewart, recorder, Capt. Johnson, W. L. Jones, Dr G. N. Marshall and Sol Hyman, members of the council of said city. In accordance with section 4, chapter 9, of the acts of the extraordinary session of the legislature of 1908, the council proceeded to make up an estimate of the amounts necessary to be levied for the current fiscal year, to cover all municipal debts and liabilities payable during the said year, including probable expenditures for municipal purposes, and proper allowances for delinquent taxes, expense of collections and contingencies; but deducting therefrom the money in the city treasury applicable to the service of the year and municipal claims and doth determine and estimate the several amounts to be levied as follows: ESTIMATES Maximum levy 35 cents on the hundred dollars valuation. ESTIMATED RECEIPTS The amount due the said municipality, and the amount that will become due collectable from every source, except from the levy of taxes to be made for the current fiscal year. Water rent ..... $ 2,500.00 Fines police court ..... 500.00 Restaurant, hotel and pool room licenses ..... 500.00 Tobacco and Mis licenses ..... 500.00 Drug Store licenses ..... 100.00 Automobile license ..... 50.00 Dog tax ..... 50.00 Total receipts excluding taxes $4,200.00 Value of all property as shown by assessor report $719,605.02 Taxes to be derived therefrom according to proposed levy 4,075.00 To be raised by tax $405,500 It is therefore determined that a levy of 35 cents and a special levy of 15 cents on each One Hundred Dollars will be required to produce the necessary amount. It also appears that there is outstanding unpaid warrants to the amount of $2,353.53 and it is considered that a special levy of 30 cents on each $100 should be levied to pay off same. ESTIMATED EXPENDITURES. Recorder ..... $ 120.00 Chief of police ..... 240.00 Water works (installing new 3,500.00 Contagious diseases 300.00 Pampers 350.00 Elections 20.00 Jail and court house 500.00 Streets and bridges 500.00 Printing and stationery 50.00 Tax books 25.00 Sergeants Com 400.00 Int. on bonds 1,640.00 Inst. on warrant F. N. B. Key- stone..... 480.00 $8,275.00 STATE OF WEST VIRGINIA. COUNTY OF McDOWELL. CITY OF KEYSTONE, To-wit: I, W. E. Stewart, recorder, in and for the municipality of Keystone, county of McDowell, and state of West Virginia, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true copy from the records of an order made by the council of said municipality on the 11th day of August, 1915. W. E. STEWART, Recorder of the Municipality of Keystone, W. Va. ESTIMATED RECEIPTS, EXPENDI- TURES AND PROPOSED RATES OF LEVY FOR SCHOOL PURPOSES IN NORTHFORK DISTRICT, McDOW- ELL COUNTY IN 1915. At the regular meeting of the Board of Education of Northford District, Mcdowell county, held at the regular meeting place, on the second Tuesday in August, 1915. present: A. D. Rice, president; E. M. Spangler and J. W. Crockett, Commissioners, the following estimate of receipts and expenditures and the proposed rates of levy were made up in accordance with Chapter 57, Acts 1915, amending Section 21, Chapter 27, Acts 1908. BUILDING FUND ESTIMATE. RECEIPTS. Amount due from Sheriff... $ 706 83 DISBURSEMENTS. Outstanding orders and Accts, due and yayable June 30, '15 $1 218 62 Salaries, Board and Sec'y..... $ 130 00 Delinquent taxes..... 150 00 Sheriff's Commission..... 300 00 Exonerations..... 100 00 Institute attendance..... 255 00 New buildings and land..... 1 935 00 Furniture and fixtures..... 1 900 00 Fuel, light and water..... 820 00 Supplies..... 150 00 Janitor service..... 500 00 Total estimated disbents $ 7 458 62 Less Amt. due by Sheriff $ 706 83 Amt. to be raised by levy $ 6 751 79 TEACHERS FUND ESTIMATE. RECIPE. Amount due from Sheriff $ 1 519 71 Due from general school fund 2 050 42 Total $ 3 570 13 DISBURSEMENTS. Outstanding orders and Arcts due and payable June 30,'15. 2 442 37 Delinquent Taxes. 100 00 PAUL W. KILPATRICK, Sec'y. At a special session of the council of the town of Clark, McDewell county, held in the council chambers thereof, on the 10th day of August, 1915, there were present C. H Wright, Mayor; L. Schwartz, Recorder; H. B. Hauer, J. T. Shaw and Wm. Tucker, members of the council of said town. In accordance with section 4, chapter 9, of the Acts of the extraordinary session of the Legislature of 1908, the council proceeded to make up an estimate of the amounts to be levied for the current fiscal year, to cover all municipal debts and liabilities payable during the said year, including probable expenditures for municipal purposes, and proper allowances for delinquent taxes, expense of collections and contingencies; but deducting therefrom the money in the city treasury applicable to the service of the year and municipal claims, and doth determine and estimate the several amounts to be levied as follows: ESTIMATES. Maximum levy 35 cents on the hundred dollars valuation. ESTIMATED RECEIPTS. The amount due the said municipality, and the amount that will become due and collectible from every source, except from the levy of taxes to be made for the current fiscal year. (a) Balance in hands of the city treasury ..... $ 1 223 52 (e) Hotel licenses ..... 30 00 (f) Tobacco and cigarette licenses ..... 35 00 (g) Other licenses ..... 250 00 (g) Taxes due and uncollected ..... 55 00 Total estimated receipts.. $ 1 593 52 ESTIMATED DISBURSEMENTS Depts and demands owned by said municipality which will become due and payable during the current fiscal year, including bonded indebtedness of every kind and character. (a) Outstanding orders including interest $ 2 500 00 (b) Election expenses 15 55 (c) Shares 50 00 (d) Police Department 50 00 (q) Fire Department 10 00 (a) Streets and alleys 50 00 (v) City Hall expenses 30 00 (x) Commissions 40 00 It appearing to the council that the total valuation of all taxable property in this municipality according to the last assessment thereof is $277,700.73, real estate to the value of $144,300.01, personal property to the value of $91,392.00, and railroad and other property assessed by the board of public works to the value of $62,028.73, as certified to the council by the officer whose duty it is to make such report, and it appearing from the foregoing estimates that it is necessary to raise by levy, after deducting all credits, $1,107.03 for municipal purposes; therefore it is determined that a levy on each One Hundred Dollars valuation of thirty-five cents (35c.) for municipal purpose will be necessary to produce the estimated amount as aforeseen for the ensuing fiscal year. I. L. Schwartz, Recorder, in and for the municipality of Clark, county of McDowell and State of West Virginia, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true copy from the records of an order made by the council of said municipality on the 10th day of August, 1915. Given under my hand this 11th day of August, 1915. L. SCHWARTZ, Recorder of the Municipality of Clark, W. Va. At an adjourned session of the Council of the town of Northfork, McDowell county, West Virginia, held in the Council chambers thereof, in the First National Bank building on the 11th day of August, 1915, there were present L. G. Toney, Mayor; W. L. Morton, Recordorder; and C. S. Angel, C. L. McPherson and Jack Rosen, members of the Council of said town. In accordance with section 4, chapter 9, of the Acts of the extraordinary session of the Legislature of 1908, the council proceeded to make up an estimate of of the amounts necessary to be levied for (a) Attendance in hands of the City treasury ..... $ 545 52 (e) Hotel license ..... 54 00 (g) Other license ..... 180 00 (j) Finest ..... 100 00 Total estimated receipts ..... $ 879 52 ESTIMATED DISBURSEMENTS Debts and demands owed by said municipality which will become due and payable during the current fiscal year, including interest on bonded indebtedness of every kind and character. (c) Interest on bonded indebtedness ..... $ 480 00 (e) Sinking Fund ..... 894 01 Election expenses ..... 24 00 (p) Police Department ..... 600 00 (v) City Hall expenses - Feeding prisoners ..... 20 00 (y) Lights ..... 250 00 Total estimated disbursements ..... $ 2 268 01 Amount to be provided for levy..... $ 1 388 49 It appearing to the council that the total valuation of all taxable property in this municipality according to the last assessment thereof, is $396,713.66, being real estate to the value of $191,700.00; personal property to the value of $109,822.00, and railroad and other property assessed by the board of public works to the value of $5,631.66, as certified to the council by the officer whose duty it is to make such report, and it applies to foregoing estimates that it is necessary to raise by levy, after deducting all credits, $1,388.49 for municipal purposes, therefore it is determined that a levy on each One Hundred Dollars valuation of thirty-five cents (35c.) will be necessary to produce the estimated amount as aforesaid for the ensuing fiscal year. Town of NORTHFORK, to-wit: 1, W. L. Morton, recorder, in and for the municipality of Northfork, county of McDowell, and State of West, Virginia, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true copy from the records of an order made by the council of said municipality on the 11th day of August, 1915. Given under my hand this 11th day of August, 1915. 1. Henry Travis, who was convicted at the July term of the criminal court of McDowell county upon circumstantial evidence and sentenced to 5 years in the penitentiary, will apply to the Governor of West Virginia on or about November 15th, 1915, for executive clemency. 8-13-14. HENRY TRAVIS. True Secret of Keeping Youthful Looking (The Beauty Seeker.) "The real secret of keeping young-looking and beautiful," says a well-known hygienist, as to keep Liver and bowel quiescence, as to keep Witcher and quiescence, poisonous waste products remain in the system, polluting the blood and lodging various organs, tissues, tissues, mentally sluggish, dull-syed, wrinkled and sallow of face, bowels working as they ought, without producing evil after-effects, has been the problem. Fortunately, there is a prescription of unhealthy Apple may apple, or its root, which is convenient tablet form. Its value is due largely to an ingredient derived from the humble May apple, or its root, which is convenient tablet form. Its cause of its effectiveness—though of course it is not to be classed with the real calomel of mercurial origin. There are several tablets—that's the name—and their use is not followed by weakness or exhaustion, on the contrary, these harm tablets—that's the name, tones and elasticity to the relaxed intestinal wall. Sentinel tablets, which may be procured from any druggist—a dime's worth, will not be any constipated, liver-troubled person." Chief Cause of Pimples Blotches, Sallow Skin (Messenger of Health.) Unintelligent eruptions, pimples, bumps, blotches, sallow or muddy skin, usually are due to a sluggish liver, a constipated stomach, or a lack of consequence. How foolish in such cases to resort to outward applications, which are difficult to perform, or permanent suits. If more people only know there is a very simple remedy, to be found in any drug store, which is as effective as it is safe, and which is a formula, long recognized by the medical profession, which has been put in tablet form, and at such low cost no one need be deprived of its wonderful benefits. "Sentinel tablets"—that's the name—habit-forming ingredient. You need only get about a dime's worth, and swallow one at bedtime to realize there's nothing wrong in the action in the morning is so easy, so soothing, and instead of a weakening after-youer routine freshened and invigorated. Sentinel tablets, the finest remedy known for constipation and torpid liver, but offer the most, and completion difficulties of the character mentioned. Great Demand for New Constipation Remedy They say that the advent of the "gentian tablet" as a vegetable substitute for calomel has resulted in an extraordinary change, and seems to have made a hit particularly with those afflicted with chronic constipation, who were quick to recognise its power over calomel and the usual laziness. Gentan tablet, aside from their efficacy, doubtless owe their success largely to the natural functioning—instead of aging the "cathartic habit." Also, instead of injuring the membranous lining of organs involved, they exert a healing influence. Instead, they add tone to the intestinal wall. And they work so easily and gently, they are of great value, and account to the violently acting purgative action of panisiveness is another reason for the popularity of gentan tablet. One need procure only a dime's worth, and take it with a spoon, and that the ideal remedy for constipation, Gordtill River, and their many evil connotations, has finally been found. Drugs Cases Surgical and Medical Treated at Reasonable Rates. EFFICIENT STAFF Phone Excelsior Drug Company Kimball West Va Brown Hotel FOR COLORED PEOPLE H. & J. BROWN, Props- Soda Fountain, Cafe, Barber Shop and Billiard Room in Connection. REAR 907 SIXTH AVE. Huntington, W. Va. This Company protects you with a policy against accidents, sickness and death and only costs $5 and $10 per year. Insures and pays women the same amount as men. Does business in 35 states of the union. Is reliable in every particular. R. J. Wormly, Wilcoe, W. Va. Meals at all hours, day or night. Everything to eat in season FURNISHED ROOMS FOR RENT BY DAY or WEEK. First-Class Service Promptly Rendered. Come and SEE U.S. W. L. Jones Proprietor Keystone. Welch, W. Va. Les Cleaned; Clothes Made to Me LD DRINKS and CONFECTION on Sale All the Time. Clothes Cleaned; Clothes Made to Measure COLD DRINKS and CONFECTIONS on Sale All the Time. Located in Old Vaden Stand, near Bakery. WELCH, W. VA. WANTED 10 EXPERIENCED INSURANCE MEN Good Salary or Commission for Right Parties MORE THAN $48,157,022 CLAIMS PAID BY THE AMERICAN WORKMEN FRATER- VALE 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 Office Rooms 2 and 4 K. of P. Building Charleston, W.Va. WH. COBB'S Drug Store, 442 Raleigh Street EDWARD'S BUILDING BLUEFIELD, W. VA. Complete Line of Drugs, Medicines, Druggista' Sundries, and Toilet Art titles. When in Bluefield call to see us. Only five minutes walk from the radroad station. Soda at the fount. 214 S. Blond Street, BLUEFIELD, W. VA. For Medical and Surgical Cases -'15th. Phone 303. AUG 23rd To Sept. 6th, '15, At The Nearo National Choutauqua Assembly By eminent men and women of both races. See our list of speakers in next issue of this paper. 1. 1945 PROF. C. W. BOYD. Grand Keeper of Records and Seal. K of Pythias. Re-elected without opposition table and efficient officer. OBITUARY FOR SALE This land is for sale by J. H. Staples. It lies on Turtle Creek running into Mendow 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. Good water (tour springs), fifteen acres in woods, eight acres bottom land and one barn. Payment on easy terms. One-third cash, balance monthly if desired. For further information call on J. L. Spence or write J. H. Staples, 19 Norfolk avenue, Roanoke, Va. Whole树 contains 49 acres. Operates in Every State in the Union Employes More Than 8,000 Agents Pays A Claim Every Eight Minutes H. HARRIS, Special A Keystone, West Virginia IT'S WHERE I TRAN AT THE Bridgeford Pharmacy Prescription Specialists ERNAL BRIDGEFORD, Ph.G. Registered Pharmacist Welch Under COMP. N. Funeral Directors and E. WELCH, WEST VIRGINIA CHAPEL AND PARLORS NEAR MINES Telephone CHAS. H. RICE Northfork, W. Hurrah! H HUNTINGTON BUILDING CL Bridgeford Pharmacy Leading Drug Store Prescription Specialists See them when you want Drugs W.VERNAL BRIDGEFORD, Ph.G. Prop. Registered Pharmacist S. B. MOON Attornry-at-Law Wilcoe, West Virginia H. J. A OFFICIAL DIRECTORY MRRIS, Special Agent Westone, West Virginia WHERE I TRADE! AT THE Ford Pharmacy Option Specialists BRIDGEFORD, Ph.G. Prop. Entered Pharmacist 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 BUILDING CLEAR OF DEBT This handsome structure is now owned absolutely and entirely by the Stock holders of the Pythian Mutual investment Association and is a fine illustration of what can be done by concentration of effort and united action : It is indeed a splendid achievement, and should give new life, new hope and new inspiration to every Stockholder, and every Member of the Order and the 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. $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, H. B. MOON Attorney-at-Law oe, West Virginia H. J. CAPEHART A 0117-at-Law