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ADVERTISE IN THE McDOWELL TIMES, IT'S A PAYING INVESTMENT. The McDowell Times WEST VIRGINIA BAPTIST WOMEN'S CONVENTION HOLD ENTHUSIASTIC MEETING IN BLUEFIELD----DELEGATION VFRY LARGE Reports Indicate Forward Movement and Better Conditions Along All Lines--Strong Financial Movement For Education VOLUME 14 WEST VIRGINIA WOMEN'S HOLD ENTHUSIASTIC FIELD---DELEGAT PROMINENT MEN AND W Reports Indicate Forwar Conditions Along All cial Movement The West Virginia Baptist Woman's Convention assembled in its twenty-second annual session in the Mt. Zion Church Wednesday morning, Aug. 11. Rev. J. M. Carter, pasor of grace Methodist church, represented the mayor of the city of Bluefield and extended to the Baptist women a most cordial welcome in such a broad Christian spirit that he was listened to with rapt attention. Especially encouraging were the remarks of Mr. Carter concerning the efforts of the colored people of West Virginia to finance their own christian development. Mrs. M. L. Hicks, in behalf of Mt. Zion woman's missionary society, welcomed the visitors to the city. Rev. Pickett extended a welcome on behalf of the Methodist denomination. Prof. Jes. L. Hill extended a welcome on behalf of the business and professional men. Attorney W. J. Parker very etiquetly introduced Mr. Carter. One of the principal features of the morning session was an instructive address by Dr. G. M. P. King, who occupies the chair of expression in Union University, Richmond, Va. Dr. King has devoted his life to education among colored people since 1865, and is still actively engaged in the work. The pupils of this conserved man are found in all the higher walks of life in West Virginia and throughout the country. More than 100 delegates assembled at Mt. Zion church to bring up lunds for the support of their work in education and missions. These women have as their motto, "Saved to serve," and they have come up from all sections of the state to bring up funds and discuss ways and means to educate and evangelize West Virginia. The evening session was attended by a large crowd of enthusiastic workers. Rev. H. C. Gregory, of Beckley, preached an eloquent sermon on state missions. A liberal offering was taken up for this work. The music rendered by the Mt. Zion choir at the evening sessions was one of the special features. Among the prominent visitors of the first day were Dr. G. M. P. King, of Richmond; Rev. J. M. Carter, Grace Methodist Church, Blainfield; Mrs. Eliza P. Fox, president of the Virginia Baptist Woman's Convention; Mrs. Robinson, field secretary of the convention; A. P. Goins, general secretary colored department of the Norfolk and Western Railway Y. M. C. A., and others. SECOND DAY SESSION. The second day of the convention surpassed in interest and numbers the session of the first day. A partial report of the tabulating committee indicates a marvelous numerical and financial growth, notwithstanding the prevalent hard times. The memorial exercise was a beautifully impressive service. The sermon was delivered by Rev. G. W. Woody, of Gary. Rev. Woody was accompanied by his splendid choir of nineteen voices and a half dozen instruments which rendered most inspiring music. The most important matter coming before the convention in its afternoon session was the report of the committee on education, read by Miss Ella Brown, of Alderson. The report was discussed in a most instructive manner, concerning our need for advancement in education along all lines, but especially emphasized the need of advancement in christian education among us. Following the remarks of Prof. Coleman, Dr. King came forward counseling the convention to have patience with present conditions and work zealously for improved conditions in the future. Rev. R. D. W. Meadows spoke on the report in behalf of the ministers past and present. At the close of the afternoon session the announcements of the evening session were made and the convention adjourned to be photographed in front of the church building. The climax of the many good things was reached when Dr. King, of Richmond, formerly president of Wayland Seminary, Washington, D. C., took the rostrum at the evening session, surrounded by ten of his former students. His subject was "Reminicences of the beginning of Negro education in Wayland Seminary," and he related in a most interesting manner the experiences of his work in behal of Negro education in the early sixties. An especially interesting feature of the evening session was the program rendered by the young people. The Gary choir was great. THIRD AND LAST DAY SESSION. The last day of the convention closed its sessions Friday evening. The far-reaching influence of the meetings of these zealous christian women cannot be estimated. The report of the tabulating committee shows that 153 delegates were present representing an organized christian womanhood of more than 1,500; new societies represented, 15. These women sent up for education, state and foreign missions and the Old Ladies' Home more than $900. The following officers were elected for the ensuing year: President, Mrs. M. A. W. Thompson, Red Star; first vice president, Mrs. Elen Smith, Alderson; second vice president, Mrs. S. L. Tillman, Winona; recording secretary, Mrs. Fannie Cobb Carter, Charleston; assistant recording secretary, Mrs. H. C. Gregory, Beckley; corresponding secretary, Mrs. Agnes Sinclair, Bancroft; treasurer, Mrs. Maria Alexander, Charleston. Mrs. C. W. Watson, of Montgomery, and Mrs. Maitie Thornton, of Keystone, were added to the board. The convention honored itself when by a unanimous vote it re-elected Mrs. M. A. W. Thompson its presiding officer for the seventeenth time. Mrs. Thompson is in every way fitted for the trying responsibilities of leading the Baptist women in their efforts for educational and christian development of the Baptists in West Virginia. As a pupil of the sainted Dr. G. M. P. King, she caught a vision of the beauty of service and was at one time missionary under appointment to Africa but because of poor health she could not go. Harmony and enthusiasm prevailed throughout the sessions, making it possible to do an immense amount of work in the limited time. The kindly treatment of the visitors by the citizens and the courtesy of the Bluefield Daily Telegraph in granting space in its columns were appreciated. The amount raised during the convention reached the handsome sum of over $753.00, $350.00 of which was allotted to educational purposes. KING COTTON PROTESTS Against Orders in Council; Wilson Sorely Tried (BY S. B. MOON.) A half century ago a little group of states situated where the sun is lavish in the bestowal of his rays, embraced accession and aspired to become a nation under the leadership of one who gained fame as colonel of the "Mississippi tigers" in the Mexican war—the loved and revered, and the hated and despised Jefferson Davis. The bombastic oratory of Dixie's statement gurgled joyously over the word combination "cotton is king" that rolled melodiously from their linguistic mint. It was confidently expected by Southern optimists that the blockade of the Southern ports by the naval forces of the federal government, cutting off shipments of cotton to the cotton manufacturers of Great Britain and necessitating a closing down of the establishments giving employment to thousands of the British working class, would go far toward securing the recognition of the confederacy by the English government. It was thought by the same sanguine Southern hopeful that the British wormmen thus thrown out of employment would be enraged at the government of the United States as the author KEYSTONE, WEST VIRGINIA, FRIDAY, AUG. 20, 1915 Shoes! 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. Catzen Bros. Shoe Store The Home of Good Shoes with Little Prices On the Corner in the Town of Clark. P. O., Northfork, West Virginia of their misfortune. This was a by no means unreasonable expectation. But that remarkable intuition which is superior to wisdom, that not infrequently guides the so-called common people in times of doubt and stress, flashed brilliantly in this instance and the unexpected and the unreasonable came to pass in that the jobsless Briton cursed the South and applauded the North. Now the long silent "King Cotton" is again making a noise in the land. Senator Hoke Smith of Georgia is the mouthpiece of the monarch of fabrics. The orders-in-council of the British government have operated to prevent the shipment of cotton to neutral countries, and to make the matter even worse, the threat of that government to declare cotton contraband of war has filled the cup of bitterness of the cotton shippers to violent overflowing. The meat packing interests are trudging valiantly at the heels of "King Cotton" while the latter pours his troubles into the ears of the government at Washington. The Georgia senator, urged on by his fiery constituents, would persuade the administration to give the British government an ultimatum to either "quit it" or fight. The gentleman from Georgia will not succeed, however, in his endeavors. The administration is sorely troubled that protests should come from that section of the country that gives the Democratic party the bulk of its electoral vote. The insults of impudent Mexicans can be overlooked; the contempt of the Germans can be borne with Christian meekness, but a prodding by the closest friends of Democracy brings a heaviness of spirit to the president like unto that which assailed Cesar when he preceived that his beloved Brutus was one of his assassins. England will not recede from her position. She is punning a policy that has always been her policy. She cannot change without surrendering her supremacy upon the seas, and leaving herself and her colonial possessions naked to her enemies. So the protest of "King Cotton" will avail naught and his regality will be as contemptively repudiated now as it was fifty years ago. ATTY. GENERAL IN KEYSTONE Meets With the Citizens, Talks Politics and Business Attorney General A. A. Lilly was in Keystone Friday night and Saturday morning. The distinguished visitor was in this section on business and stopped off for a chat with friends and to form new acquaintences. Mr. Lilly has not as yet announced himself a candidate for the Republican nomination for governor but it is generally understood that he will become a candidate. During his stay in this city he be a large number of the leading white and colored citizens, made many (Continued on Page 4.) Sho John S. Noel, of Montgomery, W. Va., who was elected Grand Master of the G. U. O. of O. F. of this state at the session of the Grand Lodge held at Crozer last week has a splendid record of achievement to his credit in the Odd Fellows. In 1898 Noel. Noel was first 1. elected Grand Master and served continuously for thirteenth years. When he assumed office there were 250 Negro Old Fellows in the state and there was turned over to him a due bill for $46,00 which represented the balance in the treasury of the order. When he retired in 1911 he left 3,700 members in the order and a cash balance of $12,800 in the treasury. He has attended every B. M. C., the governing body of the entire order, since 1884 and served on the sub-committee of management for two terms. Mr. Noel is a well-to-do citizen, a loyal Republican, having served on the Republican state executive committee for eight years and there is no doubt but what his election to again head the order was a wise one and will do much toward strengthening the order. Prof. Frei R. Ramer, who Mr. Noel succeeded filled the office acceptably for four years and was not a candidate for re-election. He was however nominated in but a very able speech withdrew and seconded the nomination of Mr. Noel, who was elected by acclamation. Prof. Ramer made a splendid record during his two terms and was an excellent presiding officer. He retired with the esteem of members of the order and the good will of all. Editor Travels Editor M. T. Whittico left Monday for Columbus, Ohio, to attend the session of the Supreme Grand Lodge K. of P. The editor was elected Supreme Representative at the recent meeting of the Grand Lodge of West Virginia held in Parkersburg. It is predicted that Editor Whittico will bring back to West Virginia some honors from the Supreme Lodge and one thing is absolutely sure, the editor will be H-E-A-R-D. TRIO OF ABLE OFFICERS Odd Fellow's Endowment Department in Excise Condition. Efficient Management. The report of Hon. Geo. W. Hughes, of Huntington, secretary and active manager of the Old Fellows' Mutual Endowment Association, showed that splendid department to be in excellent condition. Every claim has been paid and there is a cash balance of more than $14,000 in the treasury. Mr. Matthew Buster, of Montgomery, the honest and efficient treasurer had with him a certified check for the balance and as he stated was prepared to ture it over to his successor but so well pleased were the delegates in the efficient management of this very important department that President W. L. Jones of Wheeling, Secretary Geo. W. Hughes of Huntington and Treasurer Mist Buster of Montgomery were re-elected by acclamation. These men are successful business men on their own account and in their handling of the money which is set aside to pay widows and orphans of the members of the order they exercise the same care and are as honest as can be. These men are a credit to the order and the department over which they preside is an example of the progress of the race in business management. HEARTY ODD FELLOWS Floyd Ross Wins Out Over Opponent by Good Majority Our own Floyd Ross of Elkhorn demonstrated that he is one of the most popular Odd Fellows in the state. He was elected Grand Secretary by an overwhelming majority over the candidate of the newly elected and popular Grand Master, who, in one of the ablest speeches heard during the session made a personal appeal to the delegates to elect Mr. J. Frank Briscoe. Floyd "stood pat" and was elected 34 to 18, which showed that the delegates knew who they wanted and were determined to have our Floyd. The able and eloquent attorney, J. M. Ellis of Oak Hill, was the floor manager of the Noel forces and he scored some telling hits. "Old Spotted Horse" did good work for his first visit to the G. L. Prof. W. W. Sanders, supervisor of oes Grand Program to be Rendered Thursday Evening WILL BE KNOWN AS THE PALM BEACH SOCIAL CLUB Members of This Organization Consist of Prominent Business and Professional Men. The Palm Beach Social Club was recently organized in the city of Keystone, the members of this organization consisting of well known business and professional men of the twin cities of Keystone and Northfork including Clark. The club is organized for the purpose of social recreation and past time, for the giving of entertainments and the calling of its members together from time to time for their enjoyment or for the purpose of entertaining worthy visitors in this section. The club was organized with the following members: Dr. W. Vernal Bridgeford, W. H. Harris, of the Pacific Mutual Insurance Co., Attorney Harry J. Capehart, Dr. W. L. Colson, W. F. Sample and G. F. Hill, of the firm of Hill & C., tailors, Editor M. T. Whittico, of the Times, Attorney T. Edward Hill, Deputy Sheriff J. E. Parson, Dr. J. E. Brown, Prof. E. L. Rann, A. L. Calhoun, dealer in real estate, Dr. G. N. Marshall, Dr. S. F. Lord, J. L. Finney, the grocer, William James, jailor, James George, Northfork's toorsal nabob, Dr. A. S. Adams, Dr. J. E. Hereford, Attorney D. Robert Tomlinson and Attorney D. C. Coleman. The following officers were elected for the enaing year: President, Atty. H. H. Oapehart; Vice Pres., James George; Secretary, Dr. W. Vernal Bridgeford; Treasurer, W. F. Sample; Executive committee, W. H. Harris, chairman; Dr. A. S. Adams, secretary; J. E. Parson, W. L. Colson, J. E. Brown, T. Edward Hill, J. E. Hereford, D. Robert Tomlinson and D. C. Coleman. The club will send out invitations in the near future for its first grand program to be given Thursday evening, August 26. The club officials expect to invite about one hundred members and friends. Music by Columbia Orchestra. colored schools, was the silent leader of the N. & W. forces and could have been elected G. M. according to current reports had he been hit into the ring. He was re-elected Dtp吨 G. M. Attorney Brown W. Payne of Beckley made his debut in the Grand Lodge and was chosen at once Aust. Secy. He cared for the office nicely and cast his hat into the ring for Deputy Grand Master, but the tall supervisor of schools kicked it out and friend Payne devoted his attention to politics and the ladies. Tom Curry, of Elkhorn, was very active on the local committee and was one of the busiest men in the Grand Lodge. He is a district deputy with jurisdiction in Mercer, Kaleigh, Wyoming, McDowell and Mingo counties. R. H. Perdue, of Grozier, was so very busy looking after the entertainment of the visitors and supervising the general arrangements that he had but little time to attend the sessions. Hon. A. P. Straughter, Grand Master of Masons and one of the most noted fraternal men of the state, installed the officers of the Odd Fellows as he did those of the K. of P. and gave both a strong lecture on keeping politics and selfishness out of the fraternities. J. W. Foy, of Gary, took a fling at the office of treasurer and lost to brother Shelton of Quinnimont. Mr. Foy is a great worker in both O. F. and K. of P. and is popular among the brethren. Rev. L. E. Johnson, of this city, proprietor of the best equipped shoe shop in this section served with ability as secretary pro tem, and was re-elected Grand Auditor. The reverend is one of the very popular Odd Fellows and is recognized by them as a man of ability. Dr. B. F. White, of Huntington, was busy shaking hands and smiling with the brethren, but he failed to land as Medical Register. Dr. Critchow having lived on the N. & W. for a number of years was strong in this section and the boys lined up with the genial Charleston physician. W. S. Breece, of Payette county, took an active part in the proceedings and was re-elected Grand Director by acclamation. Mrs. Lelia Akers was called to Columbus, Ohio, on account of severe illness of her daughter, Ruth. Odd Fellows Hold Successful Meeting at Crozier. LARGE ATTENDANCE OF DELEGATES AND VISITORS John S. Noel elected Grand Master--the Sweetest of Music By Miss Reuella E. Hughes. (J. M. ELLIS, Official Reporter.) District Grand Lodge No. 31, G. U. O. of O. F., and District Grand Household No. 17, G. U. O. of O. F., convened with Elkhorn Lodge, No. 3794, and W. Brown Lodge, No. 9342; with Household No. 1139, and No. 4855, all of Elkhorn, W. Va., in its Twenty-fifth Bi-annual session Wednesday, August 11th, 1915. The session was called to order by District Grand Master F. R. Ramer. The following program was rendered: Prof. F. C. Price assumed the duties as master of ceremonies. The Hon. John J. Lincoln, manager of the Crozier and Upland C. & C. Co., unable to be present, the power to welcome the Grand Lodge was bestowed upon Hon. Wm. Sadler, J. P. Bro. Sadler was at his best, and when he had finished every delegate felt at home. The response from Hon. F. R. Ramer was timely and in order. Hon. B. D. Patterson, in his usual and happy way, on behalf of the lodges, bade us welcome. We only need to mention the name of W. W. Saunders, and all will know that the response was very appropriate, for Saunders is a man who can deliver the goods. Hon. Flod Ross the Elkhorn hustler, in his welcome on behalf of the delegates, gave us to understand that everything that would add to our comfort and pleasure was at our disposal. Ross was oratorical, earnest and humorous. The well tried and true Sage of Hinton, A. P. Straughter, responded in his peculiar way. It is useless for us to comment upon the way in which he spoke. We were then welcomed, on behalf of the Household of Ruth, by Miss Beatrice Calloway. Miss Calloway is a bright young woman, and everyone who comes in her presence feels lifted up. The response by Mrs. Henrietta James was timely and in order. Mrs. James always has something instructive and uplifting. The solo rendered by Miss Renella E. Hughes took us all to music land, and we bathed our souls in oceans of sweet music. Hon. O. L. Calloway, on behalf of the church, welcomed us to the same, which welcome was responded to by Hon. J. S. Noel. Deputy Sheriff Hon. Joseph Parson delivered to us the keys. Bro. Parson proved himself, not only to be a good deputy sheriff, but also a good reasoner, and a man equal to any occasion. G. W. Huse, in his scholarly way, addressed the public, and his talk was well received; at the conclusion of which the District Grand Lodge was called into regular session. At said session the various committees were appointed. At 8 o'clock Rev. J. E. Pryor, B. D., preached a most excellent cermon. His theme was "Oddfellowship as an Incentive to true Manhood. Rev. Pryor was at his best. He took us to a those of grace and there pledged each Odd Fellow to live for his God, his country and his race. It is conceded by those who have been attending the Grand Lodge that this grand body at this session is composed of some of the best men and women of this state. A commission was raised to revise the by-laws and the constitution of the District Grand Lodge. The report of the president, secretary and treasurer show that department to be in a healthy financial condition, with $14,444.78 in bank. If you don't believe that we are financially able to take care of your obligations, you stay in good standing and die and we will convince you. Halifax, N. S., August 16. "It is my opinion that the time has come for the United States to assume a protectorate over the Republic of Haiti, the name as (Continental on Puge Four.) Che McBowell Times. MEMBER NATIONAL NEGRO PRESS MesociaTion “4 MMTRER THIN SEER TO BE WHITTICO & HILL See eee MT. WHITTIOO, Editor. T. EDWARD HILL, Business Mgr. Articles of more than ten lines will be ‘ebarged 10 cents per line. Publisnea every Friday in the interest 2c Race---His Civil and fo ace) SUBSORIPTION RATES. ‘One year in advance...............$1.% Six months in advance... ....... .75 ‘Three months in advance.......... #5 (Ous month m advance, ........... 2) Bingle copy..........-.ceeee cee 06. ADVERTISING RATES FURNISHED UPON REQUEST ‘Special rates to churches, schools an: ean Subscribers changing their Post Office gare mang wot the pater oe Serge Cece os same as if be had not. ‘ uitered as Second Claes Matter Marc! ‘22, 1904, at the Post Office =. W. Va., ander act of Congress, March 5, sin, a FRIDAY AUG. 2), 195 A Georgia mob took Leo M. Frank from prison, carried him one hundred miles and left his dead body dangling at the end of rope. The next day a mob in he same swe lydciicc . Negro _snd two days later three Negroes were lynched in Alabama. A great cry is going up all over the land demanding the punishment of the mob that lynched Frank but we have failed to note in a single white paper a demand for the punishment of the assassins who composed the mobs that have lynched 88 Negroes during this year. There is no excuse for lynching and the White South is reaping what it has sown. For years Negroes have been lynch ed and only mild and perfuncto- Ty protests have been heard, in facthigh officialsin state and nation have condoned the bein- ous crime and attempted to jus tifythe criminals. Nowa Jew with rich and influential connections has been taken out Gf the hands of law and strung =p by the same class of men who bat afew days ago would have lynched the governor of the state for commuting his sentence of death to life imprisonment if they ould bave got him. «Ifthe lynching of Frank caus- & the nation to open its eyes to the horror of the South and make lyiching impossible then he shall Bot have died in vain and the na- tion will be benefitted by his death. The seeds of anarchy Were sown inthe South years agoand began growing during the reign of the Ku Klux Klan when Negroes were deat, driven from their homes and murdered thas continued to grow there and. has been transplanted in several places in the North unti! today in certain states the law is Rot respected and mob violence Teigus supreme. We protest to Europe against persecution and barbarism and we are more bar- barious than any European na. tion. The iaws, customs and traditions of the heathern tribes of Africa are more respected by them than our laws are by us. Our boasted civilization is a farce and our pretended justice is the laughing stock of the world. ‘Whore gre the great statesmen ‘who will put s stop to the biear- eyed, cowardly, brutish mob mongter? Is American law im potent to reach the evil’ | Snes oon ‘The. ‘Times was se- Mésted as the organ of the G. U. ©. ef Odd Fellows of West Vir See ee re Ore dor las€ Week and the resolution making this paper the organ of the Order also carried with it the printing. = The Times is already the or. gan of the Knights of Pythias, Golden Rule and Masons of this state. We do not speak editorial- ly for these great institutions but the officers speak for the or- ders through this medium. We greatly appreciate the con fidence reposed in us by the representatives of the fair great- est fraternal organizations in the state and in the future as in the past The Times will use evers means possible to strengthen these institutions which means 80 much to the growth. develop ment and advancement of the race. More than 10,000 Negroes of West Virginia are affiliated with these fraternal societies throughout their several branch esand they mean much more & the race than merely careing fo) the sick and burying the dead. They are gigantic business en- terprises which demonstrat daily the ability of the Negro tw deal successfully with big and intricate affairs. We want thes organizations and all others de signed to promote the wefare of the people to live and prospe: and we shall contribute what we (an to their success. Such institutions were neve: designed or intended as politica machines, or to adyance the po litical fortunes of any individu setof individuals and if wh leaders are wise they will kee; ‘out all influences which will ten: to weaken and destroy the rea purpose of the organizations ‘There is no place for narrowness. selfishness, bigotry and greed ir institutions of such high purpos and the representatives shouk show their disapproval of thes evils whenever they are seen. ‘The great fraternal societies o the race have been and are great influence for good and can ac complish much more if the thing: which cause dissention and bit terness are kept out. POLITICS WARMING UP. The political pot is beginning to boil in this “neck 0” woods.’ Last week found many noted Negro leaders of political thought in McDowell and of course, since that itis in Keystone that the tick was putin politics these leaders were of necessity com pelled to come to Keystone and from Friday until Monday there were several important confabs here. Atty. General Lilly was in conference with several coun- ty and state leaders Friday night and Prof. W. W. Sanders of the administration force was busy looking into the situation from Tuesday until Sunday night when he returned to Char. leston. Weare unableto state what the line up will be but there will pe lively doings ina short while we opine. ADDRESSES OF GOVERNOR Columbus, O., Aug. 16.—More than 4,000 members of the Su preme Counci) and companies of the Uniform Rank, Colored K of P., attended the opening ses sion of the 14th biennial conven. tion of the order here today. At S public reception tonight the delegates heard addresses of weicome dehvered by Governor Frank B. Witlis and Mayor Geo. B. Karbe. S. W.Green of New Orleans responded on behalf of the Supreme Council. —— Yeu, your subseription is due. FRANK {5 LYNCHED BY MO Marietta, Ga, Aug 17.- Le M Frank, serving a life term for the murder of Mary Phagan, the Atlanta factory girl, and whe was taken from the prison farm ai Milledgeville last night by » mob, was lynched two miles east of here today. He was hanged tatreeashurt distance from the birthplace of Mary Phagan and not far from her grave in the village churchya d. A member of the mob, an ii left the prison, shouted, “Frank’- body will be found on Mary Phagan’s grave.’ The sherif and his deputies went tirat to the graveyard, and not finding the bdody searched the whole neigh. borhood, tnally dicovering the body at 8:30 this morning. DEPARTMENT OE LEGAL QUERIES Under this heading the McDowell Times will pablish answers to wach legal ques- tions as may be sent to the office. All inquiries must Se accompanied by the fame and addrew of person asking the question, but these will not be published unlews the person so deires. Do not ex- yect the questions to be anawered the day they are received. Some may require considerable time. (Questions sccom- panied by « fee of $2.00) will be answered by mail as soon as pomible and will not be pabliebed. 1. Does the omission of a justice, in rendering a default judgment, to note in his docket that he waited one hour, render the judgment void? Ans. No, the statute pre- scribing what shall be noted in the justice’s docket, does not ex- pressly require him to state that fact. 2. Can ® person who has been ‘acquitted on a charge of selling liquor, be tried again for the same offense on appeal by the state? Ans. No, the statute giving right of appeal to the state is un- constitutional and ineffective in any imprisonment case wherein it operates. 3, Iftt be found thats govern ment license to sell intoxicating liquors has been issued toa per son and upon search such liquor be found in the building of the person to whom such license has been issued, would that make out a prima facie case of unlaw- ful sale of hauor? Ans. In the absence of proof that the license above referred to was posted in the ssid build- ing, no such case can be made. 4 Does the marriage of a woman in another state, though not according to the laws of this’ state, entitle her to dower in this state’ Ans. Yes, © marriage contract ed in another state pursuant to the laws thereof, though not ac- cording to our law, will be recog: nized $0 as to entitle a widow to dower in lands in this state. 5. Cana widow accept the provisions of a will of her deceas. ed husband without barring her right of dower? - Ans. Unless the will clearly shows an intention to provide im ‘iew of dower, she may sccept without barring ber right. 6. Has a circuit court origi- nal jurisdiction in appointing committees for insane persons. or is that original jw ~ontined to the cocateoreatam Aen, You. Ge cheese aoe! OFFICERS OF ~ ODD FELLOWS | The following officers were elected at the session of the Grand Lodge, G. U. O. of Odd Fellows, held at Crozier inst week: _ John 8. Noel, Grand Master: W W. Sanders, Deputy Grand Master; Floyd Ross, Grand Se retary; J. D. Shelton, Grand Treasurer; J.S. Breece, Grand Director. ‘Those of the Mutual Eado-v- ment Association: W. L. Jones, President; G. W. Hughes, Secy.; Mat Buster, Treas.; Dr. Critchlow, Medical Rewister;L. ¥, Johneor, J. F Briscoe and Dr. B. F. White. Grand Auditors. —<—_____ Order of Publication WEST VIRGINIA: At Roles held in the « ierk's Uulir of the Cireait Court of McDowell County, on the first Monday in August, 1915. Helens Pesgraoe. 1, Ohancery vs. in John Peterson, } Delendent The object of thie suit is to obtain from the defendent by the plaintif’ « divorce. A YINOULO MATRIMONII And 1 sppearing from an affidavit now on file with the papers in thie cause, that teste ‘of Wet Virgina’ We ie thecsies i ordered that the said ciefendent do ap- —. Clerk's Ottice of the Circuit ‘of MeDowell County within one month from the date of the fret publics: tion of this crder, and do what fe neces- “Tod t"tatardher ordered toa is further ordered that a cop; of this order be published once = weet for four successive weeks in enme news. paper jn McDewall Oounty, snd that copy of the same be ‘at the front Goumay tor bwenty, Jaye belare teone twenty ve is ‘A copy. Teate: W. BURBRIDGE PAYNE, Olen A. G, Froe, P,Q —$___ Order of Publicati WEST VIRGINIA: At Rales held in the Olerk’s office oi the Cirealt Court of McCowell County, jon the Grst Monday in August, 1915, Fe atl, { 3 " U In Chancery. Frank Gaivaes, — ‘Defendant. { ‘The object of thie suit ie to obtain from the defendant by the plaintiff « divorce A VINCULO MATRIMONI And it ‘ing from an affidavit now on file with the papers in tis cause, thet the defendant is a non-resident of the state of Went Virgina; it therefore or at the Clerk's office of the Cirenit Court of McDowell county within one month from the date of the first publication of this order, aml do what is necesery to protect hit interest herein. And it is further ordered that = cop; of this onder be published once a week for four succemive weeks in some new- tnd diet ean oa he pea . same be ai Deteant door of the enart owes of = Dowell county for twenty days before cree a rendered. A copy. Teste: W. BURERIDGE PAYNE, Clerk. A. G. Froe, Py. SS Order of Publicati WEST VIRGINIA At rales held in the Clerks Office ol the Cireuit Court of McDowell County om the first Monday in August, 1915. Lillie Baws, Pinu, | in Chacery. Wm. Bes, { The objet ns ie to obtain {1 hie wait ain from the defendant by the plaintiff a divorce of WINCULO MATRINMONII. Al irom on wit ‘now on fle with the popore im thaseaase that the defendant is a non-resident ol the State of West Virginia; it is there fore ordered the said delenlant do ap. pear at the Clerk's Oifice of the Circait Court of MeDuwell County within one month from the date of the first pablics. tion of thie onder. and do what ie neces ry ie ntereat i “Rod fe further ‘ondered thet & of the order be published once « week for four successive weeks in some news caper, published in McDowell “County, hat « copy of the same be posted at the front door of the court hove of” Me: Dowell Guanty for before i vr twenty days A Dente: w. Bonn ber: PAYNE, Olerk. ALG. Froe, PQ Notice of Application For Pistol License, : The |. who isa justice of tr pears to Honor ‘Disarie! with ap Buy bo the Judge of the Cirenie Court “os McDowell county at the Seat form, court for s license to carry a pistol W.M. Howano, J. P.. Northtork, W. Va, 1340 NOTICE! om etenere: scan meray ges thatW. agreement diamsived pase ay a partnerebip on 16, 1916. The betwee will sontione tr: der the meme of “The Bismark Restau- metre shape . L, Jones, oe ‘Veo? Then pay tor is. Household Linen Set of 22 Pieces AMATCHLESS PREMIUMITEMN Given away absolutely FREE To the woman or girl who «enres <ix Paid up yearly entmeriters wy . The McDowell Times ‘This can be done in a few hours with little or no special cif rl. This ic one of the best and ensiowt offers ever made by e Bewepaper. Gonds well worth Six Dollars and are worth double the effurts of any one. This 27 piece linen set is ponalar because it consists of items that gre <ervicsable in daily aw in every honwholl. It is a nie quality, popular pattern, and serviceable god wtict dens of value wl! Feongnize at once asa deride! hargain at the terms we are offering it. THE SET CONSISTS OF: 1 table cover, $10 size. 12 Vo inch maphins ty matel ‘heavy hnek towels, theavy bath towels Tiree wea I dolly. 1 31-tmeh lanch cloth. All given eway free to the woman, boy oF anylhody else who aerares the email namber of sit paid ap subscribers for aloo And many other priam erally ae valuable in ailver of chins ware. (foods to be amen at The MeBowel fl A i -@ 1 UU. TOTHE FRONT We want s reliable person, wenan or freent the Ty L.'U. Departinent ‘ot the North American Accident Insurance Company ot Obicare “We want sori persone to be promrted icone Sid all rights reserved 7°" ‘Such persone will be appointel ny oar F. D. THOMAS, Welch, W Vo PO Bor 253 Hi oie mid — carla tool the Station. particulars call <2 xs Information will te fur Start at once and make big money a Get in on the Ground Floor. Royal la Associati or Mount Caum, W.Va. Stock now on sale at $10 per share, payable in installments of $1.00 each. This isa fraternal veneticial and genera! mercanti'+ association; pays sick and death benefita and will deal in merch andise. Now is the chance of a life time to make a god invest ment W. A. TURNER, President. Mount Cam, W.Va. WM. LUCK, Btate * gent, Bramwell, W. Va. 716% ——____ D.RIBERT TOMLINS 3H, LL Attorney and Counsellor at Law Practices in all the courte of Virginia and West Virginia. In tronble and ont of trouble see me at NORTHFORK, WEST VIRGINIA, SAMUEL SOLIN-~ Attorney-at-Law Welch, west Virginia BROWN W. PAYNE Attorney-at-Law Beckley, West Virginia. Netary Public Trap Hill Phone 3 P O. Box 487. The General Accident, ORGANIZED OVER 25 YEARS AGO. And doing business in every State in the Union. Pays every Claim against it. Pro- tects agiinst Fire, Accidents, Sickness and Deaths. No better Company in the country can lay claim to the people’s patronage H.M. 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W. aa&NdLD Place not over Jone§ minate'sSwalk%rom the station. (WRIGHT'S OLDSTAND) Graham, Virginia A. L. Sp2azer | Quick Lunches and meales jserved while the train waits Ice Cream, Confectioneries "op, Tobacco ete. Mora, W. Va. R. B. Price Northfork, West Virginia. | REPRESENTATIVE OF Sinkford | & Warren Embalmers & Undertakers Bluefield, West Virginia | Ofiee ° Phone 217. Ree Phone #0 L. Fas News and Views of Our Wide Awake Correspondents HOUSEHOLD OF RUTH MEET Elect Officers, Transact Business and do Much Work --- The District Grand Household of Ruth, No.17 G.U.O. of Odd Fellows held its 6th biennial session with the O.F., which was one of the most successful meetings in the history of the Household. The report from the D G.M.N.G., Miss Henrietta James, was full of inspiration for the upbuilding and the betterment of the Order. It also showed a great progress over the past year's work. Many reports from the supervisors and others showed peace and harmony prevailed throughout the state. All officers were elected as follows: Miss Henrietta James, D. G. M. N. G., of Montgomer; Mrs. Virginia Davis, D. G. R. N. G., of Wheeling; Mrs. C. W. Watson, D. G. T., of Montgomery; Mrs. Rhodo Trigg, D. G. D., of Parkersburg; Mrs. Helen James, of Keystone, D. G. R. HUNTINGTON --- Miss Virginia Mitchell, of Winston-Salem, is visiting her people. Dr. and Mrs. Gather. Miss Minnie Taylor, of Montgomery, the guest of the Missis McGhee for a few days. Mrs. Emma Brooks, of Roanoke, Va., is visiting friends and relatives in the city. Miss Philis Walters, of Charleston, was the guest of Miss Revella Hughes last week. Miss Dorthula Pack, of Hinton, was was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Erastus Pack last week. Miss Mary Lyas, of Jersey City, N. J. is the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Frank McDannels. Dr. E. J. Smith left the city last week enroute to Savannah, Ga., via Bramwell, W. Va. He was the guest of Miss Lena King. School President Makes Trip Thru McDowell Rev. D. W. Hill, president of the Clitton Forge Normal & Industrial Institute, Clifton Forge, Va., stopped in our office today, and, after seeing our entire plant, was highly pleased with our efforts here to sustain the leading newspaper in the State. Rev. Hill is now traveling in the west in the interest of his school, established for the highest moral and intellectual uplift of the Negro race. He says that he believes his school is already one of the main factors of the South in emancipating the race from ignorance and superstition. The race wants a greater unity, self-reliance, and a larger dynamic activities as so asto elevate it to the required standards for which all other roses have striven and upon which many now stand. the school at Clifton Foge deserves the support of the entire public, especially just now, as the trustees are struggling to cancel the mortgage of $4,633, and at the same time must raise sufficient funds to meet current expenses. The school plant has all modern improvements, splendid curriculum, and a good faculty, opens Oct. 1st and close June 1st of each year. Notice of Dissolution Notice is hereby given that the firm of Marshall & Myers, conducting a general merchandise store in Clark, Northfork, W. Va., is this day dissolved, Otey Myers retiring from the business, which in the future will be conducted by John W. Marshall. JOHN W. MARSHALL. OTEY MYERS. Northfork, West Va., Aug. 19, 1915. 30-4t BLUEFIELD- GRAHAM FAIR ASSO- CIATION Holds its first Annual Meeting September 14, 15, 16 and 17. The Mid way is the very best. ```markdown ``` WE CAN PROVE IT Bluefield-Graham Fair Association is advertising the best track South of Baltimore. Mid = Way The Mid-Way contracted for by the Bluefield-Graham Fair Association requires fifteen railroad cars to move it, and it is worth the price charged for admission. LOCALS Mrs. Bethel Warren, who has been assistant clerk in the Gem Company store all summer, has resigned, and will now resume her school work at Dearing, W. Va. Miss Elizabeth Steele, of Columbus, O. quas been visiting friends in Tazewel] Va. Mrs. Phyllis Bridgeford and Annie May Marshall returned from Atlantic City Thursday. They spent two months at the New Jersey resort, the guests of Mr. and Ma. J. M. Lamkin, Mrs. Bridgeford is looking well and stutes that she had a very pleasant time. Stephen English, of Winston-Salem, N. C. was in Kesapee Wednesday night, the guest of his nephew, Johnnie Martin. Rev. R. P. Johnson, of Kimball, left Thursday for the east, where he will spend a few weeks vacation. WANTED: A man who can give good reference as to his honesty, sobriety and capability of doing restaurant business. Write E. L. Smith. 502, Raleigh St., Bluefield. W. Va. 8 20'15. --- NOTICE: Women admire beauty and so do men. Now listen! We have that preparation that hides the wrinkles, removes sunburn, eruptions of the skin, pimples, etc. Leaves the skin soft and white. Try a bottle and be convinced. Its a wonder; its a bleacher; we have it. Send me 50c by P. O. order, or stamps and we will mail you one bottle of the famous preparation. Margaret's Beauty Balm, a liquid face powder. Address: BRIDGEFORD PHARMACY, Keystone, W. Va. MUNICIPAL ESTIMATE At a special session of the council of the city of Keystone, McDowell county, held in the council chambers theof, 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 assessors report $749,605.02 Taxes to be derived from according to proposed levy 4,075.00 To be raised by tax 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 $2,353.33 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 Paupers 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 Sargeants 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, EXPENDITURES AND PROPOSED RATES OF LEVY FOR SCHOOL PURPOSES IN NORTHFOEK DISTRICT, McDOWELL COUNTY IN 1915. At the regular meeting of the Board of Education of Northford District, Meedowell 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 DISCHURSEMENTS. 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 Amt. to be raised by levy $ 6 751 79 TEACHERS FUND ESTIMATE. RECEIPTS. Amount due from Sheriff ... $ 1 519 71 Due from general school fund ... 2 050 42 Total ... $ 3 570 13 DISBURSEMENTS. Outstanding orders and Accts due and payable June 30, '15. 2 442 37 Delinquent Taxes ... 100 00 1. Paul W. Kilpatrick, Secretary of the Board of Education in and for Northfork district of McDowell county, West Virginia, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true copy from the records of an order made and entered by said board on the 10th day of August, 1915. PAUL W. KILPATRICK, Sec'y. At a special session of the council of the town of Clark, McBowell county, held in the council chambers thereof, on the 10th day of August, 1915, there were present C. H Wright, Mayor; L. Schwartz, Recorder; B. H. Bauer, J. T. Shaw and Wm. Tucker, members of the council of said town. In this section 4, chapter 9, of the Acta 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 treasury taxary applicable to the town, from the total amount to be determined and doth determine and estimate the several amounts to be levied as follows: ESTIMATES. Maximum levy 55 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 lic- enses ..... 35 00 (g) Other licenses ..... 250 00 (h) Taxes due and uncollected ..... 55 00 Total estimated receipts ..$ 1 503 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 incl- ding interest ..... $ 2 500 00 (n) Election expenses ..... 15 55 (s) Salaries ..... 50 (n) Police Department ..... 5 00 (q) Fire Department ..... 10 00 (r) Streets and alleys ..... 50 00 (v) City Hall expenses ..... 30 00 (x) Commissions ..... 40 00 by levy ..... $ 1 107 00 It appearing to the council that the total valuation of all taxable property in this municipal assessment is, $287,720.73, being assessment thereof, is $287,720.73, being real estate to the value of $144,300.00; 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 $52,028.73, 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 current taxes, that municipal property, 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 aforesaid 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, Dowell 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. McPheron and Jack Rosen, members of the Council of said town. In accordance with section 4, chapter 9, of the Acta 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 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 collectable 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 ... $ 545 52 (e) Hotel licenses ... 54 00 (g) Other licenses ... 180 00 (j) Fines ... 100 00 Total estimated receipts ..... $ 879 52 ESTIMATED DISBURSEMENTS Debt ynd 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 it appearing to the council that the total valuation of all taxable property in this municipality according to the last assessment thereof, is $388,713.66, being real estate to the value of $191,700.00; personal property to the value of $108,822.00, and railroad and other property assessed by the board of public property to the value of $95,011.66, as certified to the make such one officer who duty it is to make such one officer and peeping from the 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: I, W. L. Morton, recorder, in and for the municipality of Northlork, 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. W. L. MORTON, Recorder of the Municipality of Northlork, W. Va. Notice of Application For Pardon. I, 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. 8-13-4t. 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, "is to keep the liver and bowel clean. It is important to quitism, poisonous waste products remain in the system, polluting the blood and lodging in various organs, tissues, joints. One becomes flabby, obese, nervous, sluggish, dull-eyed, wrinkled and salicyl." "But to get liver and bowels working as they ought, without producing evil tinnitus, there is seen the problem of unquestioned merit, which may now be bad in convenient tablet form. Its value is in convenient tablet form, but the humble May apple, or its root, which has been called 'vegetable calomel' because of its effectiveness—though of course it is not so effective as the real calomel of mercurial origin. There is no habit-forming constituent in 'sentinel' tablets, and the use is not followed by weakness or exhaustion. On the contrary, these harming vegetable tablets tend to impart one of the alkaloides to the intestinal wall. Sentient tablets, which may be procured from any druggist—a dime's worth any constipated, liver-troubled person. Chief Cause of Pimples Blotches, Sallow Skin (Messenger of Health.) Unstightly eruptions, pimplex, bulla, biotches, mallow or muddy skin, usually bloated bowel—and a polluted blood stream—a consequence. How foolish in such cases to resort to outward applications, which suits. If more people only knew it, there is a very simple remedy, to be found in any drug store, which is as effective as it is safe. The formula, long recognized by the medical profession, which has been put in tablet form, and at such small cost no one need derived of its wonderful benefits. "Bentanel 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 action in the morning is so easy, so soothing, and instead of a easyy, soothing, and organized. Bentanel tablets are not only the finest remedy known for constipation and torpid liver, but offer the saneest, difficultest of the character mentioned. Great Demand for New Constipation Remedy They say that the advent of the "gentleman tablet" as a vegetable substitute for calomel has resulted in an extraordinary increase in the number of women who seem to have made a hit particularly with those afflicted with chronic constipation, who were quick to recognize its importance over calomel and the usual laxatives. Bentamel tablets, aside from their efficacy, doubtless owe their success largely to the natural functioning—instead of encouraging the "cathartic habit." Also, instead of injuring the membranous lining of the intestine, they induce an influx of influence, instead of weakening, they add tone to the intestinal wall. And they work so easily and gently, they are of great value to women, and they violently acting purgatives. Their inseparavensiveness is another reason for the popularity of bentamel tablets. 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