McDowell Times

THE CARTER COAL COMPANY RAPIDLY FORGING TO THE FRONT Patriotic Demonstration There the 9th of April ---Attorney D. C. Coleman and Editor M. T. Whittico Speak. McDaywell County Offers Good Opportunities for Negroes, Excellent Schools, high wages. VOLUME 16. CARL THE CARTER C RAPIDLY F THE Patriotic Demonstration ---Attorney D. C. M. T. Whi Oaretta is the name of a post office located on the Dry Fork branch of the N. & W. Ry. about two miles from Susana. The coal operation is The Carter Coal Company and is in the War Creek seam of coal owned almost absolutely by Hon. George L. Carter who also owns and operates the Coalwood coal company. In fact the Coalwood boundary is composed of about 18,000 acres of solid coal land. And just here it might be stated that Mr. Carter pays to the state annually in taxes about $18,000, all, or most all, of which is on his holdings in McDowell county. He owns about one half of Johnson City, is about 65 years of age, gets up early and is out every morning six o'clock. He is a strong friend and contributor to school work. He is now constructing a real, first-class, up-to-date street car line from Coalwood to Caretta. He was one of the foremost men in the development of the Clinch Valley field. In fact the famous Georgel Coal Co. was named after this great financier. Evidences of general prosperity at Carretta greet the eye of every man who visits this place and is seen on every hand. Whether a man looks or whether he listens, one heart prosperity murmuring or sees it glisten. Its a veritable revelation for any man to just go on the celebrated Carter Coal Company's operation. While there this week we stood transfixed as it were, as we looked on the magnificent genius of this little zone. Its a veritable Switzerland forging ahead with every where bursting forth with attestations of new prosperity and thrift territorially shut off, so to speak, from the rest of the world and yet promoting and enjoying a thrift indeed and a civilization peculiar unto itself. The amicable spirit of mutual good will and accord with a pronounced sense of co-operation between labor on one hand and promotors on the other was in every way noteworthy and commended itself to us in a particular way. The friendly feeling that exists between the races is very evident. We noted that perhaps no where in "good old McDowell" could conditions be found where the spirit of brotherly love abounded more freely. The Superintendent, Mr. J. L. Ferrell is a whole-soul man. He has a big heart in him and is particularly concerned about seeing that every man on that operation is properly taken care of and that wherever an opportunity presents itself to aid in the educational growth of the people he is just "Johnnie on the spot." This company has provided for the colored people a nice church, school house and hall, and when it was rumored that the school would have to close on account of the lack of funds Mr. Ferrell and Mr. George L. Carter got busy and ordered that the school must go on and if the county or state couldn't pay the teachers he (Hon. George L. Carter) had money enough to pay and would do it. If any complainate arise the trouble is quickly and cautiously adjusted by Supt. Ferrell, whom they all like. (Continued on Page 3.) Kimball Council go on Record as Patrtotic Citizens For the Flag and With President The council of Kimball was called together by order of Mayor Dunnagan and a resolution was adopted as follows: "We, the common council of the town of Kimball, do for the interest of our citizens, request each and every household to display from his home an American flag, or some design of national colors, and each place of business to do likewise; and we request each and every person to make arrangements to attend some piece of land in or around Kimball and raise some vegetation of some kind; and we further request each and every citizen to keep a josew watch over their homes as well as over the surrounding community for any person or persons who are of suspicious character in our midst, or who express themselves as being antagonistic to the people of this common wealth, and in such cases where anyone is found expressing their views that are in direct conflict with the proclamation of our chief commander, he shall be reported to the officer of our community and placed in custody. We respectfully request the co-operation of every citizen in and around Kimball in every matter of maintaining peace and order and providing food for the needy." UNITED STATES NEWSPAPER LAWS GOVERNING SUBSCRIBERS. Below is the law in regard to newspapers: First—Subscribers who do not give express notice to the contrary are considered as wishing to continue their subscription. Second—If the subscriber orders discontinuance of periodicals the publisher may continue to send the same until arrears are paid. Third—If a subscriber neglects or refuses to take the periodicals from the postoffice to which they have been directed he is held responsible till he has settled his bill and ordered the paper discontinued. Fourth—If the subscriber moves to other places without informing the publisher and the paper is sent to the former direction, they are held responsible. STRONG APPEAL TO PATRIOTISM, LOY- ALTY AND DE- FENSE OF OUR FLAG HENRY WATTERSON LAUDS ROSCOE CONKLIN SIM- Many of the great dailies in the country have either commented editorially on the great patriotic speech of Roscoe Conklin Simmons as it appeared in the Louisville Courier Journal of March 5th or have copied the editorial in the same paper under date of March 8. Henry Waterson pays "Our Roscoe" the following well deserved tribute: A NEGRO'S RERUKE. "With all his genius and culture, Roscoe Conklin Simmons is a Negro. His college degree and personal refinement cannot change his blood or color or make him one bit less a member of a race regarded as socially, economically and mentally inferior to the white. "That Louisville is proud of him as a citizen; that the Negro people of the country look to him for leadership much as they did to his illustrious uncle, Booker T. Washington; that men of prominence in the nation accord him fellowship and a place in high councils, does change his statics. "For these very reasons, his words spoken the other day before a gathering of his own race, should spread a blush of shame on the Caucasian skins of some who are conspicuous in the eyes of the nation just now. When men of superior learning and vaunted super-race confections, intrusted with the solemn duty of serving and protecting their country's destiny, join with foreign tyrant cut-throats to reap contumely upon the nation's head and tie his hands stretched out to protect the lives and rights of Americans; when sniveling white pacifists join with all the traitor-slacker crew to invite national disgrace and ruin, well may this member of an "inferior race" boast: KEYSTONE, WEST VIRGINIA, FRIDAY, APRIL 13, 1917 "We have a record to defend, but no treason, thank God, to atone or explain. While in chains we fought to free white men—from Lexington to Carrall—and returned again to our chains. No Negro has ever insulted the flag. No Negro struck down a president of these United States. No Negro ever sold a military map or secret to a foreign government. No Negro ever ran under fire or lost an opportunity to serve, to fight, to bleed and to die in the republic's cause. Accuse us of what you will—justly and wrongly—no man can point to a single instance of our disloyalty. We have but one country and one flag, the flag that set us free. Its language is our only tongue, and no hyphen bridges or qualifies our loyalty. Today the nation faces danger from a foreign foe, treason sulks and skulks up and down our land, in dark councils intrigue is being hatched. I am a Republican, but a Wilson Republican. Woodrow Wilson is my leader. What he commands me to do I shall do. Where he commands me to go I shall go. If he calls me to the colors, I shall not ask whether the colonel is black or white. I shall be there to pick out no color except the white of the country's eye. Grievances I have against this people, against this "government. Injustice to me there is, bad laws there are upon the statute books, but in this hour of peril I forget...all thoughts of self or race or creed or politics or color. That, boys, is loyalty." LLOYD-GEORGE SAYS AMERIGA HAS BECOME A WORLD POWER BRITISH PREMIER MAKE STATE-MENT TO CORRESPONDENTS. Says American People Have at One Bound Championed the Cause of Democracies. LONDON, April.—Lloyd-George, the British premier received the American correspondents in London in the cabinet chamber in Downing street. With the correspondents seated about the cabinet table Mr. Lloyd-George read impressively to them a message to the American people that he said he had been asked to deliver on behalf of the imperial war cabinet. The British premier said in part: BECOMES WORLD POWER. "America has at one bound become a world power in a sense she never was before. She waited until she found a case worthy of her traditions. The American people held back until they were fully convinced that the fight was not a sordid scrimmage for power and possessions but an unselfish struggle to overthrow a sinister conspiracy against humanity and human rights. "Once that conviction was reached, the great republic of the west has leaped into the arena, and she stands now side by side with the European democracies who, brushed and bleeding after three years of grim conflict, are still fighting the most savage fore that ever menaced the freedom of the world. "The imperial war cabinet, representative of all the peoples of the British empire wish me on their behalf to recognize the chivalry and courage which call the people of the United States to dedicate the whole of their resources to the greatest cause that ever engaged human endeavor." M'CULLOUGH QUITS AS CHIEF ADVISER Chief Medical Adviser in Workmen's Compensation Department Has Held Office Since 1915. CHARLESTON, W. Va., April 6.—Dr. John H. McCullough, chief medical adviser in the workmen's compensation department, has resigned and will be relieved May 1 by Dr. M. V. Godbey, of Kanawha county, a member of the West Virginia senate Dr. McCullough, who is of McDowell county, has occupied the position since May 31, 1915. Dr. Godbey already has taken up the new work and will be assisted by Dr. McCullough during the remainder of this month. John T. Moore, of Ohio county, has been selected as chief clerk to the medical adviser, being taken from another division of the department. PARTYISM PREVAILED "In the stern days ahead of us partyism will have no place," asserts the New York World. Nevertheless we invite the esteemed World to look over the lists of committees as made up in a House of Representatives where the Democrats and Republicans are exactly equal in number, but where sickness gave the Democrat a fictitious majority on the vote for oganization. POWER REMAINS EXCLUSIVELY IN HANDS OF STATES FEDERAL AUTHORITY TO PROSECUTE ELECTION FRAUDS RESTRICTED BY THE SUPREME COURT WILL CURTAIL SCOPE OF CASES IN WEST VIRGINIA Congress Has Power But Has Not Exercised It to Regulate Election of Senators and Representatives, and as Yet Has Shown No Disposition to Assume Control of Primaries. WASHINGTON, April 9.----Federal authority to prosecute frauds in general state elections and United States senatorial primaries were materially restrained by supreme court decisions today. Federal indictments for alleged corruption "conspiracies" in the 1914 Rhode Island congressional elections and the 1916 senatorial primary in West Virginia were dismissed. The court decided the states and not the federal government are authorized to act. These decisions, officials said tonight, will curtail the scope of, if not entirely defeat, criminal prosecutions recently begun by the department of justice in Indiana, West Virginia and several other states. The court decided unanimously that the "conspiracy" statute cannot be used by the federal government in proceeding for alleged franks in election of United States representatives or in primary choice of United States senatorial candidates. It was held that congress has the power, but has not exercised it, to regulate such elections and primaries. In referring to primaries the court said: They are a development of comparatively recent years, designed to take the place of the nominating caucus or convention, and even yet the new system must be considered in an experimenta stage under a variety of state laws. MONEY BUT NO NEW SHIPS Josephus Daniels writes in a magazine article to tell of the billion which has been appropriated for the navy in the past four years. He should now write another article to tell about the ship authorized more than two years ago and which have not yet been begun. There has been plenty of money for the navy—always; but in the last four years there has been too little energy at the head of the Navy Department. TWO VOICES. A Southern Volunteer. Yes, sir, I fought with Stonewall, And faced the fight with Lee; But if this here Union goes to war Make one more gun for me! I didn't shrink from Sherman, As he galloped to the sea; And if this here Union goes to war, Make one more gun for me. I was with 'em at Manassus— The bully Boys in Gray; I heard the thunder roarin' Round Stonewall Jackson's way; And many a time this sword of mine Has blazed the way for Lee; But if this old Nation goes to war, Make one more sword for me! I'm not so full of fightin' Nor half so full of fun, As I was back in the sixties When I shouldered my old gun; It may that my hair is white... Sich things, you know, must be; But if this old Union goes to war, Make one more gun for me! I bain't forgot my raisin'— Nor, how, in sixty-two, Or thereabouts, with battle shouts, I charged the Boys in Blue; And I say: I fought with Stonewall, And blazed the way for Lee; But if this old Union's in for war, Make one more gun for me. —Frank L. Stanton in Atlanta Consti tion. A Northern Reply. Just make it two, old fellow, I want to stand once more Beneath the old flag with you As in the days of yore Our fathers stood together And fought on land and sea The battles fierce that made us A nation of the free I whipped you down at Vicksburg, You licked me at Bull Run; On many a field we struggled, When neitter victory won. You wore the gray of Southland, I wore the Northern blue; Like men we did our duty When streaming bullets flew. Four years we fought like devils, But when the war was done Your hand met mine in friendly clasp Our two hearts beat as one. And now when danger threatens, No North, no South, we know; Once more we stand together To fight the common foe. My head, like yours, is frosty— Old age is creeping on; Lite's sun is lower sinking, My day will soon be gone. But if our country's honor Needs once again her son, I'm ready, too, old fellow— So get another gun. ---Minneapolis Journal CUBA DECLARES WAR ON GERMANY First Latin-American Country to Range Herself Alongside the United States, Her Liberator and Protector. HAVANA, April 7.—A resolution declaring that a state of war exists between Cuba and Germany was passed by the Cuban senate and house of representatives this evening. Cuba, not yet out of her teens as a republic, is at war with Germany—the first of the Latin-American countries to range herself alongside the United States, her liberator and protector. At 7:16 tonight President Menocal affixed his signature to a joint war resolution passed unanimously late this afternoon by both the senate and house. The joint committees appointed only yesterday by the senate and house agreed early this afternoon upon the phraseology of the resolution to be presented and the stage was set for quick action before either branch of congress convened. The Cuban authorities seized four German ships interned in Havana harbor. DR. BARNETT TENDERS HOSPITAL TO U. S. WILL INCREASE CAPACITY IF NECESSARY. Dr. C. C. Barnett, of Huntington, has tendered the federal government, through the state health authorities, use of his hospital on Seventh avenue, with the statement that if necessary, the capacity of the hospital would be increased. The state authorities had written a letter to Dr. Barnett asking certain questions as to the facilities and capacity of the local institution, and in answering the questions, Dr. Barnett sent the following reply: Dr. Harrold B. Wood, Assistant Commissioner of Health, Charleston, W. Va. Dept. Permit me to acknowledge the receipt of your communication of recent date. You will find enclosed answers to the questions asked. I wish to further state that with sixty day's notice we can increase our capacity from six to ten nurses. We desire that you consider this reply our pledge to our state and to our country to faithfully serve you as you see best. I am yours very truly. C. C. BARNETT, M. D. Dr. Barnett states that plans are being made this week for a patriotic mass meeting of colored citizens of Huntington. A program will be arranged and the place of meeting announced later. While German agents may be attempting to sow sedition in the South such attempts would fall on unresponsive soil here, and generally in the South as well, was the belief of Dr. Barnett. Edward Cooper, Jr. To Take Examination Edward Cooper, Jr., only son of Representative Cooper, of the fifth West Virginia district, a graduate of Culver Military Institute and an expert artillerist, is "brushing up" on his studies preparatory to taking an examination for a commission in the officers' reserve corps. The men who passed examination for this branch of the service will be called to the colors within a few days now, it is expected. They will be needed to train the army of 500,000 which the president in his address to congress declared would be needed in the beginning of war. Ably and Fearlessly Assures Negro's Loyalty to American Flag. SAYS THIS IS NO TIME FOR PRETENDED DEMOCRACY Race Injustice Not to be Avenged in Time of National Crisis. Editor Whittico: I have your better asking me for an opinion from my observations of the colored American's attitude toward his government in the present crisis. It would seem that, proceeding on the theory that the colored man is a biontide citizen of this government, there should be room for no such question. Yet when, in the light of past events, we are forced to admit that the colored man's citizenship is essentially theoretical in time of peace, it follows by necessary implication that the unjust treatment under normal condition may so far alienate his fealty as to reasonably suppose that his attitude will assume at least a precarious spirit in the face of peril to such a government. Already in many sections, noticeably in the black belt, stories of the black man's contemplated schemes to assume a belligerent attitude are eminating. There are those who would have it appear that the Negro will out of the present crisis, align himself with the enemies of his government and seek to promote his racial status rather than subscribe himself as an American citizen enlisted in a cosmic cause. So far as I have been able to ascertain these rumors, invented by nefarious interest and colored to suit their purpose, I have gained no credulity and will scarcely receive a passing glance. In the evolution JOHN H. HARRIS of human event men invariably judge the future from the result of development of similar events of the past. Judged by this standard and observed in an historic light the American Negro can submit his record with no embarrassment. We are not sufficiently excited with the spirit of patriotism to stifly ourselves into saying that the government can submit the record of its treatment of the Negro with equally clean hands. The fact that the Negro will not urge the merits of his case against the government to the embarrassment of his government in a crisis does not mean that the Negro is forgetful or ignorant of the indignities that have been imposed upon him. That the sad hearted black man will in the cosmic spirit of Pan-Americanism swing in line to dispute the advances of an alien foe does not indicate that the Negro has forgotten the grim, gaunt, ghastly skeletons that he could drag from the closet of American democracy at a time when his government is on dress parade before the world. Indeed sir, the man of color will assemble under the Stars and Stripes wondering why President Wilson in his Utopian solicitude for the oppressed people of Poland forgot the simple lesson that charity begins at home. Yes, the Negro will heed the bugle call wondering how the president reconciles the situation in his own Southland to his recent beautiful utterance that "There can be no government without the consent of the governed." Out of the Ethiopia of the Southland will come lions of the blacks to defend a government that does not realize indeed but chance in fictitious mockery—"Government of the people, by the people and for the people." The colored man will again defend his record for loyalty and valor—a record unmarred by any deed of disloyalty or trick of treachery from the fair traditions of the dusky sons of Memnon dragging the body of brave Hector around troy to the more authentic deeds of recent history—of his death defying charge at San Juan. The black soldier will face the hostile battle line with memories of wrongs suffered in days of peace eating at his heart like the proverbial wolf at the vitals of the stoical spartan youth. He will meet the enemies charge in death like determination to defend his country's flag knowing that though he dim a Minore, Coke Men and Laborers wanted all over McDowell Coun- ty—Business Openings. NUMBER 5 PARADE WILL BE AN EVENT Great Preparations For The Entertainment of S. S. Convention PLANS ARE RUSHED Every Department of the Sabbath School Work to be Rep- PARKERBURG, W. Va., April 11. Preparations for the entertainment of the 1500 delegates who will invade this city to attend the Thirty-Fifth Annual Convention of the West Virginia Sunday School Association, May 8, 9, 10, are under full headway and nothing is being undone by the general committee, and various sub-committees that will make this the greatest event in the history of the association. One of the most important features that is being planned is the great parade that will take place at 6:45 o'clock on the evening of May 8, the first day of the convention which is expected to eclipse any pageant of this or any other character that has ever been attempted in the state. J. Howard Fatey, general secretary of the Y. M. C. A. of this city, who is chairman of the parade committee and who has a reputation for doing things on a big scale, in speaking of the preparations for this feature of the convention, said that the members of the committee and himself intend that the parade will be one that will long be remembered in the mids of the great number of delegates who will be here for the convention. It is planned that every department of Sunday School work shall be represented on an important scale from the cradle roll up to the home department. The primary, junior, elementary, then men's Bible classes, other adult classes will represent various divisions of the parade. In addition to the 1000 visiting delegates who are expected to be here every Sunday School both in Parkersburg, and its various suburbs are to be represented. Floats of an attractive character will add greatly to the attractiveness of the pageant, while it is expected to have several bands that will help to make the great parade something that will attract the keenest interest. It is the confident belief that the number who will participate including the visitors and members of local Sunday Schools will be upward of three thousand people. As Harbinger of the New Law, C. & O. Stops Booze Specials Virginian Ry. Company Limits the Hauling of Booze on Its Trains to a Single Quart. As a harbinger of the new West Virginia quart-a-month liquor law, the Cheesapeake and Ohio railway company, on last Saturday afternoon discontinued the two booze specials which have been running daily to the neighboring onie, Ostettabtown. The trains ran daily between Ashland, Ky., and Cabin Creek Junction, W. Va., and were heavily patronized by the thirsty. The specials served also to keep a great deal of liquor traffic off the regular passenger trains. It is now but three weeks until the new quart-a-month law is effective in West Virginia, and until that time the thirsty will have to use the regular trains. The Virginian Railroad Company has put into force the new law enacted by the legislature February 15 limiting the carrying of liquor on the trains to a single quart. The instructions to the conductors, brakemen' and bagraquemen of the company came from General Freight Agent S. M. Adist. The employees are asked to observe the bagraquemen of passengers with the view of seeing that the law is not violated. Oskaloosa (Ia.) Herald.—For every dislayal German-American who breaks into print there are 999 loyal ones who can be depended upon by the republic in any time of trouble. hero history will leave him there he deeds uncrowned and shuang. But perhaps in this he will be conflated. He will know that while he is exchanging the manacle of oppression for the manacle of death, the democracy that he has dreamed of but never realised among the living will be realised indeed (for him only in the great Democracy of the dea- MEMBER NATIONAL NEGRO PRESS ASSOCIATION WHITTICO & HILL PUBLISHERS & PROPRIETORS. M. T. WHITTICO, Editor. T. EDWARD HILL, Business Mgr. Articles on 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.....80 Three months in advance.....45 One month in advance.....25 Single copy.....05 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. V., under act of Congress, March 3, 1879. FRIDAY APRIL 6, 1917 ```markdown ``` The Democratic Governor of this state is still removing Negroes from positions of public trust and putting in their place white men. Don't know why the Negro Democrats don't put a stop to such wholesale slaughter and will depreciation of their loyalty to the Democratic party during the recent campaign, when they betrayed the r life-long party into the hands of the Democratic enemy. Every body thought, at least, that our good Democratic Governor would have given the "would-be Democratic Negro (?) the offices formerly filled by Negroes. Yes, it was blatantly assured or predicted that the Negro would receive more honors and official recognition at the hands of the Democrats than they were receiving at the han ls of Republicans. The new church under way of construction for the members and friends of Mt. Chapel Baptist church is rapidly under way of completion and is being erected by Mr. Wiggins, one of the best mechanics in this county. The schools will all soon be out and the thousands of little children will be again returned to the care of their mothers and fathers. The hope is that they will take the best of care of the little creatures and encourage them to think or life in its truest and best sense. Don't leave them to roam at will the streets and haunts of vice but make them to know you are interested in them. Again, we are pleased to note the advanced steps taken along a high tom business method for making the people of this country know that we live in the richest county in the state of West Virginia. The County Court is on record and the record will soon convince everybody that there is no spot on earth so desirable to live in as the little state of McDowell. Good roads, good schools, good homes, good gardens and a plenty of everything to eat is the growing motto every liberty-loving citizen in this county. Street car lines, automobile accommodations, over the best laid permanent road beds on earth is a forgone conclusion of the officials of McDowell. In the very near future we will have the pleasure of beholding this entire county lighted up, beautified and built up till you won't hardly know the difference between this county and the city of New York. Have you paid for the McDowell Times? Have you paid your grocery bill to which we called your attention last week? Pay your debts and stop asking for credit. Stop eating so much trying to have somebody believe you are the wealthiest creature on earth especially when everybody knows you old fool haven't the money to pay your way to the first water tank on the railroad. There is more talk about war than there is or we hope ever will be. Russian negotiating with Germany and Austria Hungary for terms of peace when the U.S. is just ceasing to be neutral any longer. The high cost of living, the war, the scarcity of labor on the farms are great reasons why men and women today who want to be rid of starvation conditions for another year to begin to get busy. Make a garden, plant all you can and raise something to eat. WANTED---A colored woman to do general house work; family small; good wages and good treatment. Write or correspond to A. M. GRUBER, 60 32, d. Gary, W. Va. EMANCIPATION At Colored Methodist Episcopal Church, Freeman, W. Va. Morning program, beginning at 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Singing by the M. E choir. Prayer by Rev. I. R Hill. Singing by the choir. Welcome Address by Rev.Hill. Solo—Miss Maceo Cornwell Resp.—Mrs. J.F. Saunders. Solo—Miss Pansy Carter. Paper—Mrs. R. L Jefferson. Solo—A. E. Woods. Rec.—Miss B Thompson. Solo—Azzie Jones. Open Discussion—"Are the Negroes of America Treated with Justice by the Law?" led by T.T. Thompson, followed by Revs. R. H. McKoy and Adams. Solo—Miss Amelia McClanahan. Address—Prof. A. E. Bowling. Solo—Miss Minnie Rippey. Paper—Miss Ardella Thomas. Solo—Miss Ella Saunders. Sixty-five Years Ago—Robert Alexander. Closing sorg—"America." From 3 to 6 p. m. everybody was served with free dinner—ham, beef, pickles, banannas ice cream. EVENING PROGRAM, 6 p. m. Singing by cheir. Prayer by chaplain. Singing by choir. Open Address—Azzie Jones. Solo—Beatrice Anderson. Paper—A. E. McClannahan. Solo—Mrs. Annie White. Rec.—Miss Elvira Smith. Solo—Bertha McClanahan. Address—Rev. Hollaway. Solo—Miss Jennie Davis. Discussion: Which is the proper date for celebration of the Negroes—April 9th, August 3rd or January 1st? Opening by Mr. Robert Mitchell. Rev. Jones and Mr. J. E. McClanahan talked on the subject. It was decided that April 9th was the proper day for the occasion. Cornet Solo—W W McClanahan. Rec—Miss Gertrude Staples Closing Remaaks—M. Carter. Music by the choir. There was a packed house all day and everybody seemed to enjoy themselves to the highest. This was given by the Negro's Political Association. J. F. SAUNDERS, Pres. TOM BELCHER, Secy. LOCALS Mrs. Martha Carter, of Eckman, spent Easter Sunday at Mora with Mrs. Viola Goode, her friend. Miss Sallie Pate, of Bramwell, spent the Easter Sabbath with her sister, Mrs. Rachel Clark, at Switchback. Mrs. Bettie Davis, of Shawsville, Va., mother of Mrs. John Anderson of this city, has been spending several days with her sons and daughters and son-in-law. Rev. W. M. Mickens and wife of Gary made a trip to Raleigh last Saturday where they spent several days with their daughter and son-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. D. C. Clemons. Rev. Mickens is a very royal race pride man and can be depended upon in support of race institutions and race enterprises. Mrs. Callie Strong, who has been spending several weeks with her sister at Big Sandy, left Monday for her home at Wilder, Va. Prof. Philip Johnson, of North fork, accompanied by Mr James George were in Keystone Sunday night and worshipped at the Presbyterian church. John Finney, only son of Mr. and Mrs. Sherman Finney, who as been living in Cincinnati for the past three or four years is visiting his people in Keystone in company with his wife. Dr. W. A. Holly, of Bramwell, the oldest practicing physician in the coal fields, is being kept exceedingly busy these days. Much sickness claims his attention all the time. Mr. Roscoe Simpson's oldest boy is down with fever but with the expert attention of Dr. Holly it is hoped that he will soon recover. H. B. Price MONEY-SAVING STORE UPPER ENDBURKE FIRST AND LAST CHANCE Full supply of Domestic goods and wears--The cheapest store in town. Crowded all the time. People just now finding out where to get what they want and where to get it at lowest price. Let others come, see and examine our goods, then please tell what you saw and learned about how to save money by buying from H. B. PRICE. Important--Cut Price. Sale now on and will remain on till we have convinced every house wife that we can and will save her money. There never was a sale instuted like this one. The values are simply unheard of. We are defying the high sky-scraping water mark prices found at other stores and giving 'em the lie with a black eye by selling things cheaper than anybody else. This is no fake proposition but a guilt edge saving deposit --Like picking up money in the road. The Elkridge Graded School will hold its closing exercises in the Algoma church on the 19th and 20th of April, 7:30 p.m. COMING—Mrs. Litie Tucker, the eloquitionist, of Clarksbur, will perform in this city the week of the 23 for the Wives' League. The exact date will be given later. Booker Kendrick, special representative of the W. W. Watts, Jr., Piano Co., handling the high grade pianos with headquarters in Bluefield, was in the city this week. Booker is one of the boys and his word is worth every thing in gold. He is reliable, truthful, kind and knows every body and every body knows him. Read his "ad" in this issue. Mr and Mrs. John J. Finney arrived in the city Sunday morning from Cincinnati, Ohio, and will spend sometime with their parents, Mr. and Mrs. Sherman Finney. They have been away for several years and their coming was an agreeable surprise to their parents and friends who were delighted to see them and who received them with open arms. Mrs. Victoria Hurt, of Elkhorn, left Thursday morning for Columbus, Ohio, Cairo, Ill, and Homestead, Pa, where she will visit her sister, Mrs. Sarah Alexander, and her son, Mr. Willi Montgomery, for two months. Mrs. Hurt has never seen her sister. Mr. James Oliver and Carrie Hargres, of Welch, were married in Cattleburg, Ky., April 3, and spent their honeymoon visiting friends in Williamson, Keystone and other points of interest. Both of them are well known in Keystone. We wish for them a long and happy life. GOOD ROADS CONTRACTS LET BY COUNTY COURT; OTHERS TO BE LET. The county court met last Saturday in Welch, members present being Howard N. Eavenson, president; R. K. Bragonier and James Ellwood Jones. They took up the matter of awarding contracts for the permanent improvement of our roads, and awarded contracts for two sections, one from Farm to No. 5 (Lessley) to Consolidated Engineering Co., Baltimore, Md., and the other from Welch to Mercer county line to Harrison Co., of Buffalo, N. Y., for the grading and concreting. The court will meet again today (Friday) to let contracts for the remainder of the roads. DR. M. M. 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Then see or write OOKER KENDRICK 556 Bluefield, W. Its All in the Instrument! GET THE BEST of the most famous make, class & style Tone, harmony and volume will be found in every instrument we sell with a guarantee to satisfy the most critical ear. If you are in the market for a piano, get the best. Then see or write BOOKER KENDRICK Box 556 Bluefield, W. Va. 4. Phone 38. KEYSTONE, WEST VIRGINIA. Satisfy you, if you will only let us, because there is nothing too good for the sick. Our Prescription Department is Complete We are in position to take care of you. Service is what you want WE RENDER IT. Call on us It it, we stock it, so kindly let us Our purpose is to do the right thing, way; and we do things in the scien- you see anyone else we are living in the Twentieth wder, High Brown Hair Grower, and a Straightening Comb are the y, to live a "High Brown's Life." e Instrument! HE BEST RIGHT PIANOS is make. class & style volume will be found in every a guarantee to satisfy the fare in the market for a piano, write KENDRICK Bluefield, W. Va. MY FRIENDS ARE NEXT, BUT I WILL NOT PRESS FOR AN UNJUST JUDGMENT NOR ASK FOR THE CONVICTION OF AN INNOCENT MAN. National Jail Robber KEYSTONE, WEST VIRGINIA. --- Easter Serviees at Presbyterian Church A Great Success At the Presbyterian church Sunday, under the direction of Mrs. Ida E Whittico and Miss L. L Sinkford, a very nice and successful Easter program was rendered. Each participant quitted him and herself well. The entire program was uniquely arranged and the hall was beautifully decorated. A very large crowd was present and seemed to have heartily enjoyed the songs and recitations of the children. Attorney H. J Capehart was the speaker of the occasion and right well did he play his part. His address was both interesting, entertaining and instructive. Miss Myrtle Jones gracefully officiated at the organ and won for herself many compliments. The collection was good. Rev L E. Johnson aided in the management of the services. Mr. B. T. Bridgeford made a very nice talk and paid a high tribute to the ladies for their activity in the work. Rev R. P. Johnson, pastor, arrived on No. 2 from Kimball just in time to pay his hearty and unselfish respects and approval of the services and expressed his personal thanks to all who in any way took a part in this Easter service. REPORT OF ELKRIDGE GRADED AND HIGH SCHOOL Enrolled, 29; attendance, 22; per cent, 95. Honor Roll:—Willie Taylor, Husky Wade, Estella Russell, Lola Dillard and Ethel Frazier J. W. Robinson, Principal. GRAMMAR GRADES 6th Grade:—Virginia Health, Olessa Enders, Arthur Crockett. 7th Grade:—Lula Huffmon, Hazel Taylor. 8th Grade:—Blanche Bandy. Enrolled, 26; attendance, 23; per cent, 90. Mrs. Ida E. Whittico, teacher. 5th Grade:—Randolph Gilliam 4th Grade:—Ethel Bandy, Cecil Roy, Roosevelt Wood. 3rd Grade:—Jessie Wood, Mariah Health, Wilkie Gilliam, Ella Smith, Savannah Heath, Sam Cris Enrolled, 41; attendance, 29; per cent, 90. Miss Esther Smith, teacher. 1st Grade:—Lottie Plunkett, Alphonse Jones. Enrolled, 77; attendance, 55; per cent, 90. Miss Virginia Cobbs, teacher. Total enrollment of school, 176; total attendance, 129; total per cent, 96. Curing a Cough With Out Taking Dangerous Drugs. How Old Black Joe Cough Syrup Does It The first thing Old Black Joe does is to loosen the phlegm. Then the medicinal oils have a chance to soothe the irritation that is the cause of all the trouble. The air passages are cleared and r-freshed and nature takes a hand in the cure with pure air that is not restricted. Almost before you know it the cough has gone on you. Isn't that a far better and safe way than to use medicines that contain dangerous opiates, chloroform and narcotic drugs? Every member of the family can take Old Black Joe Cough Syrup with perfect safety—children as well as grown folks. A big bottle costs only 25c at all stores. ```markdown ``` HIGH SCHOOL The Times, $1.50 "TAILORS BY TRADR" "Up to date in Style" "Down to date in Price" Stop in and see the work done by EXPERT TAILORS OVER 5000 PATTERNS TO SELECT FROM Ladies' Suits tailored to perfection. All work guaranteed. Our service is the best in style—fit—snap—workmanship and dependability. SHOPS: WILCOE AND KIMBALL, W. VA. SHOPS: MILCOE AND ALL, W. VA. MASS. COLORED CITIZENS ORGANIZE HOME GUARD BCSTON, April 6.--Massachusetts Home Guard will be organized at once as the result of the signing by Governor McCall of the bill which provides for the establishment of an organization of 5,000 men to take the place of the militia in the event of the latter being called out of the state. Gen. Charles K. Darling is chairman of the sub-committee on Home Guard of Boston's Committee of Public Safety. THE RED JACKET COAL COMPANY Generous to Its Employes, Paying All Expenses of First Emancipation Day Celebration in Mingo County. The committee of colored people selected to have charge of the 9th of April celebration held at Red Jacket last Monday were extended a rare treat by the General Manager, Mr. Cummins, and the Superintendent, Mr. Wilson, acting for the Red Jacket coal company. Through the efforts of these bread-minded officials, everything good to eat was placed in the hands of the committee headed by Chairman Wormley, Secretary Marshall and Treasurer Kirtley. Neither pains nor expense was spared to make the large crowd present comfortable and happy. The day was spent in feasting, listening to Encampation Day Patriotic addresses, excellent music and sweet singing. At night the breeze and ball held sway, and the crowd stayed all night long enjoying themselves. The best of order prevailed throughout and not even a harsh word was heard. The Red Jacket Band under the leadership of Prof. Wormly rendered sweet music during the day exercises, while a string orchestra from Louisa, Ky., rendered the latest dance music at night. Attorney Harry J. Canchart, of Keystone, was the orator of the day. Mrs. W. V. Bridgeford, of Keystone, organist. Golden Rule News Bromwell, W. Va., April 10 — The Executive Board of the G. R. B & E. A met at the home office in Bramwell Saturday the 7th. The General Secretary's report showl March to be an exceptional good month for the organization. The most encouraging feature of the report was the large number of new members reported. Editor M. T. Whittico of the McDowell Times visited the office Saturday and brought the minutes of the last annual meeting. Prof. M. E. English of McComas, visited the office Saturday on invitation of the president, he reports his association to be doing fine. Much busies a portrait of the ex-angle meeting was attended t hbitcry is Four thousand N Wumber. ReStaurant Meals at all hours in First Class Style at Reasonable Prices. GROCERIES AND SOFT DRINK Eat here and you'll no know that high cost o living is higher. GROCERIES AND SOFT DRINKS Eat here and you'll not know that high cost of living is higher. Elder Simon King YUKON, W. VA. Good Houses, Good terms. Good Schools, Good Pay. No Better Offered in MONEY EVERY TWO W PALME Main Street Lord Everyhi In First Class Sty Better Opportunity ffered in the State For DONEY EVERY DAY WORK TWO WEEKS PAY. PALMETTO CAFE Street Lord's New Brick Building Everything Fresh to Ea First Class Style. Lunches At All Hours No Better Opportuniy Offered in the State For MONEY EVERY DAY WORK TWO WEEKS PAY. Main Street Lord's New Brick Building Everything Fresh to Ea In First Class Style. Lunches At All Hours R. L. LORD, Prop'r OFFICE PHONE 362 OFFICE HOUSE DR. A. S. A Over Colored Barber Shop I have equipped my office at my people. If you care to see a should visit mine. I do all classes of dental work. I administer gas for the extra necessary. If you come to Northfork, co It Can Be Found The Pacific ONE 362 ::: RESIDENCE PHONE 388 OFFICE HOURS: 8 A. M. TO 8 P. M. R. A. S. ADAMS, Dentist Raved Barber Shop NORTHFORK, W. VA issued my office at a cost of more than $2,500 for the benefit of If you care to see a modern equipped Negro Dental Office you need. classes of dental work satisfactorily per gas for the extraction of teeth and any other work where come to Northfork, come up and look me over. Be Found in The McDowell Times Pacific Mutual Life Insurance Over Colored Barber Shop NORTHFORK, W. VA I have equipped my office at a cost of more than $2,500 for the benefit of my people. If you care to see a modern equipped Negro Dental Office you should visit mine. It Can Be Found in The McDowell Times The Pacific Mutual Life Insurance Company W. H. Operates in Every State in the Uni Employes More Than 8,000 Agen Pays A Claim Every Eight Minu onest iloring Honest Tailoring $30,000,000 ASSETS Operates in Every State in the Union Employes More Than 8,000 Agents Pays A Claim Every Eight Minutes Liebman Our Specialty $15 $18 $20 Brothers Suits to Measure "TAILORS FROM THE CRADLE" ORGANIZED 1868 Keystone, West Virginia THE CARTER COAL COMPANY RAPIDLY FORGING TO THE FRONT Patriotic Demonstration There the 9th of April ---Attorney D. C. Coleman and Editor M. T. Whittico Speak. Continued From Page One. EMANCIPATION AND PATRIOTIC SPEAKING. A real demonstration of civic pride and community enthusiasm was the true order of this day. April 9th, when the citizens of Caretta, both white and colored, turned out in fabulous numbers to do honor to the occasion, the 53rd anniversary of that dramatic event that gave the Negro his freedom of which he is justly proud. entered upon his career as a citizen 1,000,000 in number, having as his only economic asset a smooth barrel gun, a hound dog and a skillet. But notwithstanding his disadvantages the Editor said that the Negro's abundance of energy, his willingness to work, his ardent desire to serve well his place had in the course of a mere half a century earned for him an economic status that has no parallel and that does not sujjure in the comparison with the record of any people. Pursuant to an invitation tendered by the liberty loving citizens of this little town, Hon. M. T. Whittice, Editor of the McDowell Times, orator extraordinary, put in his appearance early in the afternoon. Some of the old citizens who had known Mr. Whittice in earlier days and in other fields were on hand to greet the congenial and affable newspaper man. Mr. Whittice did the rounds of camp in his usual cordial and amiable fashion. The Editor greeted the boys with his usual enthusiastic hand shake, but responding more often to the "Hello Tom," with a hearty laugh The Editor visited the school during the afternoon and gave a hearty word of encouragement and approval for the conscientious and successful work of Miss Roberta Woody who is now closing her third and most successful school year. The versatile newspaper man commended the parents and friends of the school for their loyal and enthusiastic support and appreciation of the work of their teacher. The intelligence that Mr. Whittico was in town and would appear as speaker of the evening circulated the little camp long before the lengthening shadows announced the passing of twilight. At 8 o'clock, the church was crowded with an enthusiastic and appreciative audience. The crowd was well divided, there being fully as many white folks as colored present. Mr. John Hutchinson, an old resident of this section, a few minutes after 8, said that the hour had arrived for activities. Mr. Hotel inson presented Prof. D. C Coeman whom he asked to preside. Prof. Coleman, the scholar and man of practical influence in this community and whose influence is having a telling effect upon the community for good, introduced the speaker in a short address, explaining the occasion in a most timely way. It was with an effort on his part that he suppressed that patriotic enthusiasm which is so characteristic of him, when referring to the present international war like trolls. Mr. Whittice dwelt opportunely on the nature of the occasion. He went back and made cursory review of the colored citizen from the time when he $36,000,000 PAID IN CLAIMS entered upon his career as a citizen 1, (**), (**) in number, having as his only economic asset a smooth barrel gun, a bound dog and a skillet. But notwithstanding his disadvantages the Editor said that the Negro's abundance of energy, his willingness to work, his ardent desire to serve well his place had in the course of a mere half a century earned for him an economic status that has no parallel and that does not suffer in the comparison with the record of any people in so short a tme. Th speaker made an easy transition from a discussion of the nature of the occasion and dwelt briefly but effectively on the nature of the present crisis that imperils the fortunes of this great nation. He said: "There is anismus and an unreasonable inquisitiveness as to the attitude that the colored man will take in this world wide controversy of international disturbances." Continuing, he said: "The black man is by no means half striped as many of you big white people might think him to be; neither is the Negro forgetful of the wrongs, injustices and inequalities in legislation you have passed against us." The educational work at this place, under the supervision of Miss Rote t. Woody who has to her credit three consecutive years of successful school work, is in every way commendable and is meeting with a hearty approval of body school authorities, the patrons and the public in general. Rev M. Y. Johnson, of Kimball, pastor of Hemphill Baptist church, is also pastor of Macedonia Baptist church at Baretta, is doing well and has the respect of the people. Mr. George Cobbs, one of the old stand bys, is always on hand to receive and welcome strangers. He made it pleasant for the visiting friends Monday night. EXCELSIOR On last Sunday we had a high day in Zion. Rev. J. W. Lee preached a wonderful sermon to wonderful sermon to a crowd of anxious bearers. At 3 p.m., our pastor, Rev. T. E. Woody, preached a powerful sermon to the Missionary Society, using for his text "Let her alone for she bath done what she could" Rev. Woody in a mat-ri/way brought Jesus on the scene and in our lives and actions, and asked the question, would Jesus say to the grubbers to let us alone for we have done what we could to manifest our love for him and his cause. At night, Rev. A. D. Allen, a student at the B. C. L., preached an able sermon. Services were well attended all day. A home rally was on and below is a list of names os those who contributed: Dea. James Kopster, $ 1 00 C. W. E. Koehler Mrs B. Connor, who recently began advertising in the McBowell Times, is well pleased and states that already the ad has more than paid for the charges. Mr. Thos. Quarles spent Easter in Weich with friends. Emancipation Celebration of the Negro at Kimball Monday a Howling Success Great Tribute to American Patriotism Under the management of Constable Henry Richards and Squire Samuel Crider, of Kimball, on Monday of this week at 1 o'clock in the Kimball Theatre was held a great patriotic demonstration in connection with a celebration of the ninth of April. The house was packed from door to rostrum with loyal men of the race. Square Samuel Crider, President of the Peoples Republican Club of McDowell County and one of the best Justices of the Peace in this county, whether black or white, in an unassuming way, presided with all the dignity of a man. Prof. N. Wyly, principal of the Browns Creek District High School and a scholar of no little ability, made a very timely speech in his welcome of the visitors and friends, he appealed to his people to continue to be loyal to the American flag. Dr. W. L. Colson, of Keystone, one of the race's leading dentists, ably and effectively responded to the welcome address of Prof. Wyly and showed to the large and enthusiastic crowd that the black man had always been loyal to his government and the flag. In his closing remarks, he unfurled an American flag which was greeted with an outburst of applause such as you don't often see or hear and to which the crowded house rose and sang "My Country 'tis of These." So pathetic was this part of the program that women were seen shedding tears. Ex-Square William Saddler was present and also added his patriotic approval of this occasion in a very timely address. The speaker of the day was the noted Jas. Knox Smith, "National Jail Robber" and one of the oldest and best known lawyers at the bar in this state. In his usual way, witty as witticism, can be, and being an expert entertainer of any audience, the "Jail Robber" hel'd his audience spell-bound for 55 minutes. He was at his best and displayed that early day zeal and patriotism of a real hero. The Landgraill Cornet Band made music. Rev R. P. Johnson, Prof J. W. Moss, Dr. R. C. Harrison, Mr. Garland Wattington and of the old war horse leaders in the fight for race recognition were all present. SPRINGTON EY HOWARD PEAK. At 9:30 o'clock Sunday, the Sunday school was called to order by Deacon Carrington. All seemed to have had good lesson and we were highly lilted up. This is one of the best Sunday schools in the district. At 11:30 o'clock, our pastor filled his place in the pulpit and preached a wonderful sermon from Matt. 288. At 5 o'clock, we had covenant meeting and every one felt the spirit. Some hIpful remarks were made by Revs. W. J. Peak, Woods, and our pastor, Rev. T. M. Hughes. At 7.30 o'clock, our pastor preached another wonderful sermon. Miss Minnie Divers, the daughter of Sam Divers who is quite well known, is seriously ill WANTED AT ONCE! Two coloured barbers to work in a white shop. Write at once to MARTIN LUTHER, Box 111, Big Stone Gap, Va. The Spring Rally at the First Baptist church, of Kimball, was a decided success. The spacious auditorium of the church was crowded at each service of the day. Rev. J. H. Adams, the organizer Zion church, preached two very excellent sermons, one at 11 a.m. and other at 8 p.m. The final report of the different church clubs was as follows: "1906 7" Club, Mrs. P. T. Grimes, President, $ 42.25 "1908 9" Club, Geo. Hairson, President, 51.e5 "1913" Club, Mrs. David Garland, President, 34.00 "1914 16" Club, Dr. J. B. Webb, President, 60.00 Special contribution, Mr. John Hairaton, 32.00 Donation by Sunday School, 3.00 The Sunday school of which Prof. J. W. Moss is Supt., gave a very excellent program at 3 p.m. Miss Nannie Lewis presided at the organ and Prof. B. H. Harris accompanied with the Saxaphone with his dexterity. The pastor, Rev. J. W. Robinson, and members wish to extend the hearty thanks of the church to all contributing friends. Rev. Win. Abbott, of Ruffin, N. C., who has been in the ministry 16 years, has been in McBowell county for the past 14 days assisting in a revival at Lovely Zion Baptist church over which Rev. J. E. Pryor is pastor. There were about 17 new accessions to the church. The revival closed Wednesday night of this week. Rev. Abbott will preach at Eckman Sunday. To whom it may concern: You are hereby notified that in the month of May or the 1st of June, 1917, I will apply to the Governor of West Virginia through my attorney for a conditional pardon, as made and provided for in section 41 of chapter 20 of the code of West Virginia. MAMIE FLOOD By counsel, Jas. 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A nice crowd celebrated the 9th at the Fair Ground. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Belcher and daughter arrived last week, and Mrs. Belcher was baptized at the Fayette Christian church Sunday morning by Prof. J. H. Thomas. Miss Justina Spencer, of Spencer, is the guest of Mrs. Ameria Hayes. Mr. Arthur Frazier, of Northfolk, W. Va., who has been visiting his mother at Stoneville, N. C., stopped in Martinsville a few days. Little Nancy Burnett, of West Virginia, is visiting her grandmother, Mrs. America Thomas. Mr. W. R. Allen, the Traveling Superintendent of the Southern Aid Insurance Company, is in town looking over the work. Miss Cora Simmons became the bride of Mr. George Goins, of Bluefield, Sunday morning Mr George Belcher is still on the sick list. Little Hattie Burgess is out again. Rev, G. P. Wathins left Monday for Richmond. Rev. and Mrs. W. J. Miller are at tending conference at Farmville. tending conference at Farmville. The babies of the High Street Baptist church met at the home of Mrs. S. A. Frottor last Friday afternoon. Those present were Meesamies Mary Holley, J. E. Carter, Lucy C. Redd, George Mitchell, Willie Carter, Misses L. Kate Harper and Lizzie Cooper. After the routine work, lemonade, cake and gelatine were served. They will meet at the home of Mrs. Mary Holley on the 27th of April. Floyd Ross Justice of Peace Elkhorn, West Va. BOX 131. 3-30 '17 AMONG people who lo a cultivated knowi PIANO is recog best. In such an atmosphe and with every day endears its owners. The same is true of the "Baldwin the successful unification of the the most scientific player ac There is absolutely nothing b fect on the market, neither a piano. Contemplating the purch player piano, you should not struments. Prices and term SOLD BY G. THE GRAND PRIZE LEGION OF HONOR THE GRAND PRIZE THE WORLD'S HI NOTICE FOR PARDON Free Pressing Charleston, N. Va., April 2, 1977. To the Stockholders of the Pythian Mutual Investment Association, the Officers of the Grand Lodge, and Grand Court, District Deputies, Grand Representatives, Officers and Members of the subordinate institutions, and to every member of every department of the Order of the Jurisdiction of the State of West Virginia: Dear Brethren and Sisters: I have the honor to inform you that another payment, amounting to ($5,000) five hundred dollars, has just been made on the indebtedness of the Association. This reduces the debt from $5,400,000, the amount remaining due after payment made a short time ago, to $1,000,000. The interest has also been reduced from $150 every three months to $73.50 per quarter. This information, I am sure, will be very gratifying to you, and I hope will inspire every brother and sister who has the welfare of the Association and the Order at heart to buy stock, thereby helping me to wipe out the remaining indebtedness in the shortest possible period of time. Will you do it? You will also find below a statement to the splendid condition of this department to date. Trusting this will further inspire you to do your full duty, and as suring you of my absolute faith in the future of our great business institution, I am. Yours very sincerely, L. O. WILSON, Grand Chancellor. :0: STATEMENT August 1, 1916 to April 1, 1917. Resources Resources Charleston Building.....$25,000.00 Huntington Building.....15,000.80 Charleston Building Ex.....290.00 Huntington Building Ex.....361.75 P. M. I. A. Ex.....409.04 Commission.....1.80 Appreciation of Real Estate.....329.80 Accounts Rec.....157.79 Interest paid.....258.00 Furniture and Fixtures.....1,290.00 Cash.....165.35 $32,558.50 Liabilities Capital paid up.....$32,649.12 Huntington Building Earnings 7 mo.....816.50 Bills payable.....4,900.00 Surplus.....11,486.50 Reserve for depreciation Fur. and Fix.....915.40 Charleston Building Earnings.....1,731.00 $32,558.50 L. O. WILSON, President. COALWOOD Mr. B. J. Martin, a great worker in the Missionary Society, has been confirmed to his home for the past three weeks with the rheumatism. The Society donated $4 to Bro. Martin, which he highly appreciated. The following person-made special donations: Sisters A. A. Pittard, Eliza Williams, Beulah Thompson-Susie Arthurs, Della Williams, Annie Jackson, Jane Hill, Polley Taylor, Bettie Martin, Mesiames W. B. Coffee and Rosa Patterson; Brothers G. C. Ferguson, Wm. Moore, G. C. Carter, Joe Logan, J. W. Few, J. T. Martin, Terry Arthur, Sam Carson, Grant Dalton, Edward Pettis, Floyd Baker, Rev. G. B. Anderson, Messrs. Smith and Joe Logan. Our revival which is being conducted by our beloved pastor, Rev. W. C. Clemmens, and Rev. I. J. Hall was a success through last week. There will a great $500 rally here on the fourth Sunday for a new church. Everybody is invited. Rev. W. A. Pittard, the school teacher and preacher, is doing a great work. He has been suffering with the rheumatism but keeps going. COOPERS Monday night, the Club of Benjamin gave an entertainment. Tuesday night, the Club of Judea met and the young choir practiced. Wednesday night, there prayer meeting. Thursday night, Rev. J. Y. King, of Fikhorn, preached here for the Club of Benjamin. A very good crowd was present. Saturday night, a pound party was given at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Denny Adams. Every one enjoyed himself Sunday at 9:30 a.m., we had a grand Sabbath school. Miss Lula Walker, of Bluefield, was down on a short visit to her brother, Mr. Joseph Walker. Everybody seemed to enjoyed himself Easter. Born to Mr. and Mrs. Edmonds on Sunday evening, a fine girl. Mother and daughter are doing nicely. A TRAITOR. A traitor has always had the hate and scorn of mankind from Judas to Benedict Arnold. When a man enjoys the fellowship of his comrades and goes on in mute silence, giving assent and consent to their actions until they segregate him, and then turns out and discloses the inside workinne of the body of which he was a past to their hurt and his exalation, Judas and Benedict suffer by comparison with such a thing. Women! Here is a message to suffering women, from Mrs. W. T. Price, of Public, Ky.: "I suffered with painful... she writes. I got down with a weakness in my back and limbs... I felt helpless and discouraged. I had about given up hopes of ever being well again, when a friend insisted I Take CARDUI The Woman's Tonic I began Cardul. In a short while I saw a marked difference... I grew stronger right along, and it cured me. I am stouter than I have been in years." If you suffer, you can appreciate what it means to be strong and well. Thousands of women give Cardul the credit for their good health. It should help you. Try Cardul. At all druggists. E-73 WARNING! Office of United States Marshal, Southern Dist. of West Virginia. Huntington, W. Va., April 9, '17 To all Concerned: The following from the Department of Justice over the signature of T W. Gregory, Attorney General: "No German alien enemy in this country, who has not hitherto been implicated in plots against the interests of the United States, need have no fear of action by the Department of Justice so long as he observes the following warning: "OBEY THE LAW; KEEP YOUR MOUTH SHUT." Please be governed accordingly and oblige WM. OSBORNE, U. S. Marshal. OFFICIAL DIRECTORY CIRCUIT COURT: (Eighth Judicial Circuit) Counties of McDowell, Mercer and Monroe. Hon. Isaiah C. Herndon, Judge Welch; W. Burbridge Payne Clerk. Terms of Court Second Tuesday in February June and September. CRIMINAL COURT: Hon. Jas French Strother, Judge; W. R Payne, Clerk. Terms of Court Second Monday in January, April, July and October. COUNTY COURT: Dr. R. K. Bragonier, President, Keystone. Col. Jas. Elwood Jones, and Howard N Esvenson, Commissioners W. W. Whyte, clerk, Welch. Terms of Court. First Monday in January, April, August and October. License Term, first Monday in June. COUNTY OFFICERS: Sheriff, S. A. Daniels, Welch. Prosecuting Attorney G. L. Countz, Welch. Assistant Pros. Attorney. Samuel Solins. Clerk Circuitand Crim. Courts. Burbridge Payne Clerk County Court, W. W. Whyte County Surveyor, w C Morgan Vivian Supt. Free Schools, W Cassius Cook, Welch Assessor, W. J Hatfield, Welch County Road Engineer, W. J McClaren Commissioner School Lands C E Rusmisell. McDowell Members House of Delegates: Harvey Haggerman. E. Howard Harper, J. Buel Swope, Floyd Waldron. State Senators, Sixth Senatorial district (counties of McDowell, Mingo, wayne and wyoming John W Luther, Welch; Wells Goodykootz. Williamson. WANTED...A colored woman to do general house work; family small; good wages and good treatment. Write or call and see A. M. GRUBER, 4-2'17. tf. Gary, W. Va. This paper, sent to your address, $1.50. (Boston Guardian.) Out of the well known oppression of the Colored people of the South by the whites, and the state governments, dominated as they are entirely by the whites, has come a sensational report, given wide publicity in the daily press of the United States, that Germans, acting as agents of the German Imperial Government, have undertaken and are working out a scheme to induce Colored men to rise in revolt against the government of the United States and the whites. It is significant that, aside from the alleged use of money, the chief inducement offered by these alleged German agents is an equal status with whites if Germany whips this country, absolute race equality. It is equally significant that the reports allege that the whites of North Carolina are preparing to revive the cowardly and murderous Ku Klux Klan of reconstruction days by way of defense. The features of the story reveal and expose the denial of equal public status to Colored Americans in the Souh, and also the murderous spiri, that still lives in the hearts and minds of white southerners toward the Colored people. The first question which arises is whether the report is true, or has any foundation of fact. We are unable to say whether agents of Germany have sought to stir Colored Americans against the United States. Perhaps they have as a preparation for expected war by this country against Germany. If they have sought out colored men it but shows how notorious the world over is the injustice perpetrated upon Colored Americans, never before accused of disloyalty to this country. We do not believe that Colored men generally or to any appreciable number, whatever, have been influenced to decide to take up arms here against this government. The story carries evidence of being a fake. In one place the claim is made that this plot has been the cause of the exodus to the North, when the fight would be made in the South. In another place the assertion is made that "private schools for Colored, controlled and financed through German sources, are lotted throughout the South" and are not-beds of revolt. There are no such schools. A convincing reason for believing the whole story to be false is the far-fetched toll of hoping for success in such an undertaking. Colored people are not given to Utopian schemes, such as Germany coming over to America and conquering the United States, and the Colored people being given the state of Texas as a "black republic." Germany cannot get across the English Channel, the Adriatic Sea or the Mediterranean Sea, much less across the Atlantic Ocean. It is contrary to the mental and physical makeup of Colored Americans to seriously undertake that which is beyond hope of accomplishment. The Colored people of this country are in revolt against the treatment they receive in the land of their birth, they are in revolt against Jim Crowism, disfranchisement and lynching. They especially recent the continuance and the extension of the color line in the public and semi-public life of this, their own country. They are especially in revolt against color segregation carried by Southern States to their right of domicile beside other Americans and by the Federal government itself to the right to work alongside of other citizens, many of them foreignborn, and to use the government building lavatories and other conveniences provided for government employees. They resent the fact that out of all their 15 millions of population there is not one in the navy and army government schools at Annapolis and at West Point. They object to the establishment now of a segregated training camp instead of a restoration of their right to military training side by side with other Americans. Despite these and many more discriminations and oppressions, there is no thought in the minds of the Colored Americans to be disloyal, to join the enemy. But Colored Americans are human and being human they could not honestly be eager to risk their lives in defense of their country as long as it treats them so badly, and treats everybody else well, refuses to protect Colored Americans in property, life, family, suffrage and all rights, and protects every other race variety of Americans in all these respects. Colored Americans stand now calling upon this government and the rest of their fellow citizens to remove these injustices and outrages it, the presence of war, war of aggression and make the "stars and stripes" stand for freedom, protection, equal opportunities and equal rights for them as it is for all other Americans. It is the move, not of Colored Americans, but of the government and of prejudiced white Americans. The story sent out but makes Colored Americans the more suspicious and dissatisfied. There is some ulterior purpose in it. It may presage an intention of the white south to terrorize the Colored south to even resort to slaughter. Perhaps the South fears the new univers I military training and wants an excuse for not giving it to Colored youth. Colored Americans are not unpatriotic, but they are human. They say this "Give us freedom, equal rights, protection for those at home in property and life, remove color discrimination, and we will feel the same impulse to volunteer which we did in 1863." The Times, $1.50 TAILORS SUITS MADE TO ORDER $18-Up Dry Cleaning and Pressing Nearly Done. Opposite Finney's. Keystone, - West Virginia. Restaurant When at Bluestone don't fail to get your meals at Mrs. B. M. Smith's better known as Beile Smith Best cooking, excellent service, everything fresh and clean. First class lodging accommodation—clean beds, linens changed daily. Rates Reasonable. BELLE SMITH'S Restaurant and Lodging House Opposite Depot BLUESTONE, W. Va Nice Airy Rooms Hot and Cold Bath Thoroughly Renovated $1 & $2 per day THE IMPERIAL HOTEL MR. and MRS. O. W. PRICE. Mgr. The only Colored Hotel in the City. 2 minutes walk from the station Merls: Europenn and American Plan. 500 Raleigh Street. Phone 974 BLUEFIELD, W. VA. When Coming to ROANOKE, VA. Stop at HotelAnderson North Henry Street. BEST OF SERVICE GUARANTEED H. J. CAPEHART Attorney-at-Law Phone:81 KEYSTONE, W. VA Fradice in all the Courts Mrs. Panzy Lord Mme. C. J. Walker's Wonderful Hair Growing and Beautifying Preparation . . . All work guaranteed. Holds diploma for efficiency. Up stairs over Royal Drug Store. KEYSTONE, W. VA. Hair Straightened. Hair Dyed. MADAM EANES BEAUTY CULTUE "You are no older than your hair looks" Manicuring and Scalp Treatment A Specialty. EXCELSIOR, W. VA. WANTED: A position as chaiffeur or garage helper by Floyd Adams (colored.) Licensed chaiffeur under the state of W. Va Can drive any make of car Write me before June 7th. Floyd L. Adams, Cooper, W. Va., Box 95. Headaches Vanish Quickly When You Take "Celery Mist" Get a 5c Package at Any Store You, headache will simply fade away in a few minutes after you take "Celery Mist." Comfort and relief come almost at once. Costs only 5c at any store, so profuse to remedies that cost twice as much. Safe and better in quality. Contains no opiates or analgesic drugs. Try "Celery Mist" just once, then prefer it to any headache remedy. Also fine for neuralgia, cold in head and gripe疹 and pain. Northfork, West 'Virginia. REPRESENTATIVE OF Sinktord & Warren Embalmers & Undertakers Bluefield, West Virginia Phone 217. Res. Phone 970 L. Mrs. Mary Hancock Meals & Lunches Quick Service EVERYTHING FIRST CLASS. WANTED: Men and women in all communities. Men to get names and address, etc. Nothing to sell. $15.00 weekly. Women to address envoises and do plain sewing at home. $8.00 weekly. Information for a stamp. NATIONAL BUSINESS BUREAU, Box 883, RICHMOND, VA. For Sale: Good mule in splendid condition for sale at a reasonable price. Apply to ALEX MORGAN, Barber Shop adjoining McDowell Times' office, Keystone, W. Va. FOR SALE: -A good house and 10 at Anawalt, W. Va., at a bargain. See J. McNEELEY, Anawalt, W. Va. CECIL H. RILEY ATTORNEY-AT-LAW PRACTICES IN ALL THE COURTS Northfork, West Virginia. SAMUEL SOLINS Attorney-at-Law Welch, West Virginia A. L. Spencer Quick Lunches and meales served while the train wait ice ream, Confectioneriese Dop, Tobacco etc. Mora, W. Va. Lots Of Iron Iron increases the red corpuscles in the blood. The iron in Old Hickory Tonic is one of the best forms of iron that the human system can absorb. That's why you gain strength and vitality quickly when you take it. Old Hickory Tonic is made from the formula of a doctor who used this splendid medicine to practice for 50 long years. It improves appetite, adds power and richness to the body, and drives the poisons out of your liver, bowels and kidneys. Sold in every good drug store as well as in general stores in small stores and in the country. Wanted AT ONCE! An efficient, well experienced, middle age printer, all around office man preferable. Good salary and congenial employment the year round. Write W. H. Drewery, OFFICE PHONE 362 RESIDENCE PHONE 388 OFFICE HOURS: S A. M. TO S P. M. DR. A. S. ADAMS, Dentist Over Colored Barber Shop NORTHFORK, W. VA. I have equipped my office at a cost of more than $2,500 for the benefit of my people. If you care to see a modern equipped Nezco Dental Office you should visit mine. I do all classes of dental work satisfactorily. I administer gas for the extraction of teeth and any other work where necessary. If you come to Northfork, come up and look me over. REALESTATE For SALE 200 Lots in and around Lester, W Va. for Colored People Only. Good,Locetion for Homes and surrounded by works. For particulars write or apply to Phone:38. KEYSTONE, WEST VIRGINIA Hurrah! Hurrah HUNTINGTON Building Clear of Handsome structure is now owned absolutely by owners of the Pythian Mutual Investment Association illustration of what can be done by concentrated action. It is in best a splendid achievement at a new hope and new inspiration to every member of the order and race. Let one hesitate for stock in this great corporation - The Pythian Association - or in due time it is sure to pay on the money invested. HU Building THIS Handsome strate holders of the Pyrt line illustration of and united action. It is give new life, new hope every member of the or subscribe for stock in the Investment Association nividends on the money THIS Handsome structure is now owned absolutely by the stockholders 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 in feel a splendid achievement and should give new life, new hope and new inspiration to every company and every member of the order and 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 back some dividends on the money invested. $10 Is The Price Per Share Either paid up or on the locality about it or write The Pythian up or on the installment plan. Ask the ag- ment it or write to this office. Pythian Mutual Investment Assoc. SON, Presle, at CHARLEY $100.00 REWARD $100.00 in gold will be paid to who the name that the judges select a quired for our new remedy, the won- t. This formula has now been comp- pened upon and pronounced inent authorities. It is the last w dy that builds, rejuvenates, invigor the tired, the listless. 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, Presle at CHARLESTON, W. VA. $100.00 REWARD. $100.00 in gold will be paid to whoever suggests the name that the judges select as the one best suited for our new remedy, the wonder tonic Tablet. This formula has now been completed. It has been passed upon and pronounced good by prominent authorities. It is the last word in a remedy that builds, rejuvenates, invigorates the pale, the tired, the listless. $100.00 REWARD. $100.00 in gold will be paid to whoever suggests the name that the judges select as the one best suited for our new remedy, the wonder tonic Tablet. This formula has now been completed. It has been passed upon and pronounced good by prominent authorities. It is the last word in a remedy that builds, rejuvenates, invigorates the pale, the tired, the listless. It is all ready—but the name. We want the public to name this new wonder remedy and will give $100.00 for that name. Send in your suggestions—as many or as few as you like. The selection will be made by a board of five competent men whose decision shall be final and irrevocable and everyone who submits any suggestion there. We want the public to name this r namedy and will give $100.00 for that. Send in your suggestions—as many u like. The selection will be made by a competent men whose decision and irrevocable and everyone who suggestions thereby agrees to accept a the decision of the Board of Judges. Contest is open to all excepting We want the public to name this new wonder remedy and will give $100.00 for that name. Send in your suggestions—as many or as few as you like. The selection will be made by a board of five competent men whose decision shall be final and irrevocable and everyone who submits any suggestions thereby agrees to accept and abide by the decision of the Board of Judges. Contest is open to all excepting the employees of this Company. There are no conditions, no restrictions nor entrance fee. Send in your suggestions promptly. Every suggestion will be numbered in the order of its receipt. Contest closes May 1, 1917. Mail all suggestions to the Board of Judges, Care of The Sentuel Remedies Co., Masonic Temple, Cincinnati, Ohio. I. M. WIGGINTON Leading Livery and Transfer Man--Feed & Coal $200,000 Worth of Home Sites for Sale in most Popular Part of the City of Bluefield. Terms most reasonable--Prices the Best. BLUEFIELD WEST VIRGINIA. Safety First! Insure your Houses, Household Goods not and Live Stock, Etc., in The Southwestern Mutual Fire Insurance Co., Inc., of Bluefield, W. Va. T. G. BECKER, Treas. RICHARD; R. WATKINS; Press AGENTS WANTED The Lomax Hospital 214 S. Bland Street, BLUEFIELD, W. VA. For Medical and Sugical Cases 211-tf. Phone 373. A. J. RODGERS LESTER, WEST VIRGINIA. MY FRIENDS ARE NEXT, BUT I WILL NOT PRESS FOR AN UNIQUE JUDGMENT NOR ASK FOR THE CONVICION OF AN INNOCENT MAN. National Jail! Robbery KEYSTONE, WEST VIRGINIA. Take Stock Right Now! INGTON Clear of Debt is now owned absolutely by the stock- mental Investment Association and is a can be done by concentration of effort of a splen fid achievement and should new inspiration to every stockholder and race. Let no one hesitate longer to at corporation - The Pythian - Annual due time it is sure to pay han loone bed. REWARD. will be paid to whoever sug- the judges select as the one new remedy, the wonder tonic has now been completed. It on and pronounced good byes. It is the last word in a rejuvenates, invigorates the restless. public to name this new wong give $100.00 for that name. suggestions—as many or as few action will be made by a board men whose decision shall be e and everyone who submits by agrees to accept and abide the Board of Judges. n to all excepting the em CHARLESTON, W. VA.