McDowell Times

McDowell County Offers Good Opportunities for Negroes, Excellent Schools, high wages. DOINGS OF WAR IN THE STATE Articulation of the State Defense, Furnishmen Agreement Upon S Matters of Prime Imp COMMISSIONER STEWART OF IN EVIDENCE ON ACCO Sundry Doings the State Over, Am derado" in West Virginia For the Acquirement of Homes and DOINGS OF WAR LEGISL TURE IN THE STATE OF WEST VA. Articulation of the State Council for National Defense, Furnishment of Food Products and Agreement Upon Sufficient Appropriation Matters of Prime Importance Before the Body COMMISSIONER STEWART OF AGRICULTURAL DEPT. MUCH IN EVIDENCE ON ACCOUNT OF NECESSITY FOR FOOD. Sundry Doings the State Over, Among People Worth While. An "Elderado" in West Virginia For the Colored Man, in Way of the Acquirement of Homes and Land if He Will Accept. (BY RALPH W. WHITE.) There has, perhaps, never been a time in the history of the state of West Virginia, since its entrance into the Union when its lawmaking body assembled under more trying and weight responsibilities, nor when the citizenry were more interested in the outcome of what was to be done, and what laws were to be enacted, than the present one. This is true because of the fact that we are facing a crisis now which we have never faced before—which the whole world has never faced before, and being an integral part of this nation, we necessarily assume a commensurate responsibility, and in this case, a little more, as the Federal government has seen fit to choose this state and its capital as one of the bases of operation where it proposes to manufacture the munitions of war. Withal, however, be it said to the credit of them, the legislators assembled in a quiet, cool, calm and deliberate way. They seemed to have been impressed with the responsibility that was theirs and were fully cognizant of the grave nature of the duties devolving upon them. There was—there has been, none of the blare of trumpets, the "Boast of Heraldry or Pomp of Pride" spirit manifested, but rather a fine exhibition of that quiet firm simplicity indicative of men bent on a sacred mission who knew their duties and who intended to discharge them to the very best of their ability. One noticeable feature about the proceedings of the session so far, has been the splendid sense of patriotic fitness displayed in practically all instances by members of both the Senate and House, regardless of partisan prejudices. In fact, none of this so far has crept into the equation and from present indications, will not, but every man has taken the loftier view of the situation and risen above everything that even has the semblance of partisanism in it. If there is any disposition to play the role of "petty peanut politics" it has not yet appeared on the surface, and we predict when it does, if it does at all, it will speedily receive the public condemnation that it deserves. OUR RESPONSIBILITY. It is doubtful, we her the full import of what responsibility is ours, and the extreme gravity of the same has really dawned upon the minds of the American people yet. In fact, we think it has not. It has not struck home as yet, but it will in course of time. It will come. It is bound to reach us before the adjustment of this awful carnival of carnage in which we are engaged and to which we have recently become a party, shall have been made. We are now resting in the valley of the "null;" that dead calm between the declaration of war and the active participation therein, when material preparation and essential assemblage are shrouded in deepest secrecy, and therefore, we are wont to loose sight of much of the real and, resting in the lap of a kind of a false security, be led to believe that after all, war is not so horrible. However, this dream slumber into which many of us may have fallen by reason of above conditions will be shattered with the pouring out of the first real blood of American citizens on foreign, and for that matter, maybe our own, soil. It is then that the real enthusiasm will be kledied and the pulse of every true man quickened and a new fire of patriotism kindled in his breast for he will then know that it is WAR. This "null," this apparent dead calm is necessary. It is the period of preparation. It comes with every people in every war. It must needs be. It takes time, money, brain and patience to organize as many states as there are in this Union of ours on a war basis, to assemble and negotiate the units of war to the best advantage and place them in a position, where a million feet may beat a registered tat-too to the tap of a drum beat. This is being, perhaps to your way of thinking slowly done, but you may rest assured that it is being surely and carefully done and when it is finished every state will know what the other state is doing and is to do and the Federal Government will know what all are doing. There will be a perfect, or a nearly perfect as it is possible to make it within the province of human endeavors, articulation, between the state governments as a whole and the Federal Gov- --- VOLUME 16. The MrDowell Times. ernment; a sort of a compound cooperation, as it were. From this success may be expected to be obtained and it will be realized in no long while after the perfection of this plan. It is this, in its individual way that this state is doing through its law makers here in legislature assembled. It is the hard unreleasing ceaseless grind that is going on here now and not the idling away of time. West Virginia and West Virginiaians can be depended upon to do their share (their bit if you like it better) in this present struggle. The line of demarcation, as far as politics is concerned is so faintly drawn here between Republicans and Democrats, when it comes to patriotic measures, that it is hard to tell where the one leaves off and the other takes up. In fact, patriotically speaking, there are no Republicans or Democrats, no high nor low, no rich nor poor, no great nor small, no white nor black—just American citizens, with a common purpose, in a common cause, to a common end. The question of appropriation is not one that bids fair to offer any great difficulty in the making of the allowance therefor. There is a spirit extant to use no false economy and to expend in a generously patricious way, but to temper the same with discretion and good judgment, all of which is perfectly right and proper. The members of this legislature realize fully the fact that they are making history; history like that which has never been recorded before. Nothing similar to it in all the annals of time looms up on the horizon of the past, therefore they are going about their work in a careful patriotic painstaking way. It is up to every member of the legislature to touch elbows with his constituents, and keep his finger constantly on the pulse of their wishes and desires in this epoch-making period of history." If you are inclined to the belief that the members of this legislature are here simply drawing their pay and fritting away their time and yours, disbuse your mind of that thought forth with. With you it will be the first great step in your patriotic duty. They can only succeed in their deliberations, in so far as they have your support and unqualified cooperation at home. You so registered your belief in their ability to meet just such an emergency and contingency when you elected them. It is needless to point out to any patriotic West Virginia American citizen his duty. He knows it. He feels it. He will discharge it. (Continued on Page Two.) Rev. L. Dabney, D. D., Preach For Wingfield Baptist People. Last Sunday, following an invitation by the deacon board and church congregation of the Wingfield Baptist church, Rev. L. Dabney, the young "lion" in the gospel preached a most excellent sermon. Rev. Dabney is row pastor of Mt. Zion Baptist church in Bluefield and is doing some substantial work for the Master among our people. It was of recent date that the School of Correspondence of New York conferred upon him the degree of D. D. The collection for day including the liberal donation by the Pythian brothers for the repairs of the Wingfield Baptist church, amounted to $37. DRAFT PROCLAMATION WASHINGTON, May 19.—A proclamation issued by President Wilson, announcing the selective draft, contains the following: Alt men, 21 to 30 years old, excepting those already enlisted, shall voluntarily present themselves at the places to be designated for registration on June 5. Men away from home that day may register by mail. Penalty for refusal to register: Up to a year imprisonment. APPROPRIATION. MAKING HISTORY. KEYSTONE, WEST VIRGINIA, FRIDAY, MAY 25, 1917 All Federal, State, county and village officers are liable for service for registration and draft. Any person making a false statement to evade service of any official aiding in such an attempt, will be punished by a year imprisonment through civil authorities or by military court martial. Registration places to be open in each precinct from 7 a. m. to 9 p. m. "We are arrayed against a power that would impose its will upon the world by force "The man in the factory or who till the soil is no less a part of an army than the man beneath the battle flags." "We must shape and train for war, not an army, but a nation." "The sharp-shooter must march and the machinist remain at his levers." "The whole nation must be a team in which each man shall play the part for which he is best fitted." "It is not conscription of the unwilling, but a selection from a nation which has volunteered in mass." "The draft day should be approached in thoughtful apprehension of its significance and not as an industrial holiday." Mrs. Lutie Tuck Royally Received and Patronized at Lovely Zion Baptist Church. Last week at the Lovely Zion Baptist church, Vivian, Mrs Lutie Tuck of Clarksburg recited before a very large crowd of white and colored people, from whom she received many flattering compliments. There was hardly standing room. Preceding the recital, a lovely marriage took place between Mr. Ed Roane and Miss Belle Wallington, which received its official approval by Rev. J. E. Pryor. So well did the people appreciate the recital and enjoy themselves they invited her to give them a return visit. Rev. Pryor, his deacon board and the church generally voted that the whole receipts for the evening be given Mrs Tuck for her high class recital. Mrs Tuck left this end of the state Monday of this week for Montgomery. WHAT AMERICA IS DOING IN GREAT WAR President Wilson has ordered General Pershing to lead 25,000 United States troops to France "at as early date as practical." Approximately 10,000,000 men, 21 to 30 years of age inclusive, who are subject to selective draft, ordered to register June 5. From those registered will be selected the first army of 500,000. Those drafted will be called to the colors about September 1. President announces that he will not authorize the sending of a Roosevelt army to Europe. All members of the national guard called to the colors. American warships now co-operating with French and British in hunting submarines. Liberty Loan of $2,000,000,000 is being subscribed to by citizens and organizations throughout the nation. Nation aroused and work in progress everywhere to increase the output of provisions and all necessities. Charles A. Doyan will command 2,000 American marines who will accompany the Pershing expedition. OPINION OF A FIGHTER John L. Sullivan, who used to be the best individual, unarmed fighter in the world, says that the only man the Kissens is afraid of is Theodore Roosevelt, and that when Congress sends the Col. to the front with an army, "Bill Hobenzoll will know he has a fight on his hands." John L. might have added that the people of this country will also know then that there is a real fight on. Until then we shall not know when the watchful waiting will end. BUDNICK TO REBUILD WITH BRICK H. Bodnick, who recently sustained a heavy loss by fire is now making rapid preparations to rebuild. Plans are being laid and everything is getting in readiness. Mr. Bodnick will erect a fine large brick store in place of the frame structure. He will have everything erected on the most modern and up-to-date plans. He will rebuild a drug store on the corner for Mr. Spector and he promises to bring into the city one of the finest stock of goods that has ever been handled in Keystone. Warren (Ohio) Chronicle—President Wilson appeals to the country to cut out partisanship and in the same breath sends his Secretary of War to Cleveland to pick out a candidate for mayor. Don't seem consistent! This paper, sent to your address, $1.50. Onto Bluefield Patriotic and Business Meeting of Golden Rule Folks Next Tuesday--3000 Men, Women And Children Will be in Parade. Law Allowing U. S. to Own Sites For Armour Plant Passed--Appropriation Bill and Budget Amendment Passes Senate. CHARLESTON, W. Va., May 21. The bill to prevent illness and warranty in West Virginia during the war and for six months thereafter passed both the Senate and House last week and will become a law within 30 days, so all "some of rest" had better be seeking a job. Under the provisions of this law all abied men between 16 and 60 years of age, regardless of color, class, or income must toil at least 26 hours each week to support themselves and their dependents. Upon failure to do so they are subject to arrest and sentence to work for the county or city for six months and half of their allowance for such work will be paid to their families or dependents if they have any. For the purpose of this act any place a boater or "jonah" harpets to be found in West Virginia is his home. The boys who "toil not" in McDowell county have 30 days to make up their minds whether they will take advantage of the 10 per cent increase in wages given by the U.S. Coal and Coke Company at Gary, the automobile contest and 10 per cent raise for loading coal at King and Tidewater Coal and Coke companies, at Vivian, or supply some of the most needed labor of Col. W. J. McClaren, supervisor of roads for the "free state of McDowell." Don't crowds boys. UNITED STATES TO OWN LAND. A law empowering the United State Government to own the land selected for the erection of the armour and projectile plants in this city became collective last week. This law repeals the old status which prohibited the Federal government from owning more than 25 acres of land in one place in this state. With the passage of this law the titles to the sites for the great plants will soon be turned over to the government and building operations will be started soon thereafter. BUDGET AND APPROPRIATION MEASURE PASSES SENATE THE joint resolution to submit a constitutional amendment to the people at the next general election for their approval or disapproval of the budget system of making appropriations passed the Senate. This measure was recommended by former Governor Hatfield and by Governor Cornwell and during the postweek Governor Cornwell, upon invitation of the Senate and House addressed the legislators upon the advantages of the measure. Senator Robert L. Gregory, Chairman of the Judiciary Committee. On to B Patriotic and Business Folks Next Tuesday And Children W The Golden Rule Beneficial and Endowment Association, with its headquarters in Bramwell but with large holdings in the city of Eindhield, a fraternal and businesslike institution organized and conducted successfully in the interest of the people of our race, will hold its Thirteenth Annual Session in Scott St. Baptist church, Bimfield, next Tuesday and Wednesday, May 29th and 30th. This institution, friends, is rapidly climbing the ladder of success. Numerically, this association is making a most enviable record. Its financial strength is easily being measured in the large amount of taxes being paid on real estate possessions clear of any and all encumbrances. To the great compliment of every member there has never been an irregular step, act or suspicious deal made by a single official of this institution in their management to cause a temporary halt or to jettison one lota of the confidence of its thousands of members. The Golden Rule Association is here to stay. It has a record of unarrhised netfulness and benevolent accomplishments that will perpetuate its name for years to come. The public is learning more and more about the Golden Rule and its safe protection guaranteed to its every member whether in the endowment or stock department. This association, unlike most others, has neither lost a dollar nor a friend. And men and women today are just falling over each other to get on the band wagon with that great army of men --- handled the measure in the Senate and offered an estimate placing the responsibility of preparing the ballot in the Board of Public Works, which includes all of the elective state officers instead of the governor alone. Senator G. Baldacci, making in favor of the aphrodite occasion, to pay high tribute to the executiveability of former governor H. D. Hattfield, referred to how he stood by him and said, the occasion arose he would do again. The President of the Senate, it was a pleasure to extend an invitation to Gov. Gowell to address the Senate on any subject and said he held in high respect the office of governor of West Virginia what might be the politics of the occupant of that office, and twisted the Democrats of the House for returning to Governor Hattfield a message sent to their body by the then governor during the last regular session. The speech made a profound impression. The amusement passed and the resolution was adopted. The Senate also passed the general appropriation bill which contains with a few exceptions the same provisions contained in the bill adopted by that body at the last extra session. All of the Democratic Senators voted against the bill. Senator W. P. Hawley, Chairman of the Finance Committee informed the House of the action of the Senate. The House committee in Finance and Taxation has not reported an appropriation bill yet and it is not known what attitude the Democratic leaders in the House will take. COUNCIL OF DEFENCE The House passed the Johnson bill making the State Board of Public Work the State Council of Defense and the council recently appointed by the Governor an advisory body. That arrangement is meeting with some opposition in the Senate but it is probable that the measure will become a law as it comes from the House. In the House an amendment was added to the bill as reported from the committee giving the council power to investigate and regulate prices of food and food in the state during the war. SWOPE AND WALDRON ARRIVE Delegates vows and Waldron of McDowell county arrived Thursday in their car. Both of these young legislators are engaged in the work of the session in earnest and are looking after the interests of the people. Delegate Harper arrived Sunday from Tazewell, Va., where he had been called to the beside of his sink in business as his custom. McDOWELL MEN ORGANIZE COAT COMPANY. Secretary of State, Houston G. Young issued a charter today to the Pan Coat Company. The principal office of the company will be at Carlos, W. Va., and the chief works in Sandy River district McDowell county, with a capital stock of $20,00. The incorporators are J. S. Wallace, G. J. Coster, K. Qroosenberry A. Painter and O. Swope, all of Welch Dr. R. L. Jones, Secretary-Treasurer of the West Virginia Medical Society, announces the annual meeting of that faction body of colored medical men in the city on June 16th. The colored physicians, surgeons, dentists and pharmacists and women who are making preparations to go to Elmira on next Tuesday and be in that great parade. Men of every profession, standing and interest are connected with and are heart and soul in this great institution. There is no other of its kind that can lay claim to the unrecedented record in substantial accomplishments as the Golden Rule can today. Listen friends, and believers, this is the only organization of its kind with headquarters in West Virginia originated and operated by Negroes and should have the unselfish support of every liberty loving, thoroughgoing, race pride citizen. This institution has paid out new $1,000,000 to death claims, has near $100,000 worth of property paid for, with deeds recorded in the corks office at Princeton. Sick claims paid off run up to thousands of dollars. Now if there be anybody who wants to see and bear something of the greatness and growth of this organization just get ready and meet with the thousands of men and women who will be in Bluefield next Tuesday. That will be a day on which everything will be thrown open to the public. Both white and colored are cordially invited. Old and young, rich and poor, come out and hear our President, Dr. K. H. McKoy, and see that great parade. Come out and hear those patriotic appeals appealing to the women and men of the race to stand up for and be ready when called to defend the flag, and save our country from foreign invasion. The Patriotism of The Negro Rev. J. Edward Pryor Declares the Miner to be the Strongest Patriot Today--Appeals to The Ministry to Urge Upon the People Constancy in Service And the Practice of Economy. PAYS HIGH COMPLIMENT TO THE M'DOWELL TIMES AND ITS MANAGEMENT Forcefully Pictures the Unprecedented Opportunities For Money, Home And Comforts Offered by Coal Operators Throughout Great State of West Virginia. In the longer articles we aimed to be the general reading public understand us better, as a race, by giving the historical records of our patriotism, and thereby correct as far as possible the views that element who have listening ears and minds ever ready to receive any slur or slander that can be hurled against us while at the same time they consider and step that makes for progress or for the goal of the community or nation on our part, either a desire for something the call social equality or a bed for office or welcome for money. It has also been our desire to enlist that class of good people whose only source of information concerning on people is found in the class of paper who under large headlines will give more space on front pages to publishing the serious crimes of the bad element attaches, for the purpose of intensifying our hatred, when on the other hand an amount of money would induce the latter to give the same prominence to the master good things being done by the honest peace laying host who do everything in their power to make the race a credible to the community, state and nation. We desire to reach the class also, whose ideals of Negro life and conditions have been largely influenced by the writings of such an connected and scholarly man as the very Eight Revered Thomas Dixson, D. L. L. D. We desire to reach all the classes who venerate and deny him for the production of such monumental control buttons to the words best literature, as "Leopard spots," and "The Classman." And we have desired to speak to those of our friends whose excellent view of Negro life and conditions have to their foundation that great work upon our race, entitled "The Negro, the Southerners Problem," by the distinguished Ambassador to Italy, Mr. Those Nobile Page. These works by these very able amateur authors have had a wide circulation throughout this country, and as a result, they have been largely responsible for the dissemination of those things that bring to us dischramblement, prejudice, segregation, lynch law, malice, Night Riders, Kui Klux Chanismotreatment, opposition, humiliation, shame, intimidation and disgrace. All the mighty genius of these very amateur men have been expended to detain and shatter our race in the eyes of the American peoples, and its no wonder our patriotism and loyalty is questioned, when one has read the writings of these excellent gentlemen. They have said every thing against us and slung mud and abuse over everything the race has tried to do. There is only one thing in the race to which they point with pride, and that is they had "good old nigger mannies to nurse them when they were children." We have always felt that a generous public in this eighteenth age demands some better standard by which to judge the Negro citizens of this great country, than the prejudiced views of these two self appointed authorities on the Negro race. We thank God that after all they have written and said against us, we are still here ten million strong, ready by our decree of loyalty and patriotism to the country's local interests, to give the lie to all the foul writings, and let the country see that though abused, mostreated, slammed, jim crowed, segregated, lynched, burned, mobbed and murdered, she has no more loyal citizens than her black men and women. Every sensible Negro in this country is ready to do, so far as in his power lies, and as best he can, whatever his country demands of him—because, "They live their land because it is their own, And scorn to give aught other than why." What most interests the Negro race just now, is to know along what lines they can best manifest their patriotism, and to do that which is for the country's most interests during the present crisis. He desires to know whether he will be of most service to the country at the front with gun and spade, or the farm with his plow, or in the mines getting out the coal, or at the oven pulling the coke, or at the furnace making iron, or in the mill finishing the steel. We have no rep- Miners, Coke Man and Laborers wanted all over McDowell Coun- tiy Business Openings. patriotism the Negro Declares the Miner to be Today--Appeals to The upon the People Constancy Practice of Economy. THE M'DOWELL TIMES AND ITS MANAGEMENT Nated Opportunities For Money, Home Coal Operators Throughout West Virginia. residents from among our own people to speak for us, or to us, and naturally we must wait until others condescend to speak for us, and to us. As a little two by four jack leg Baptist preacher, I am willing and really enough to confess my inability to give the best advice, but I do know this much, and that is, that modern methods of warfare have started all nations by their multitasking requirements. I regularly, I believe with all my heart that our people should be given the same chance to defend their country and the same chance to show their patriotism in all the various manners, and with the same opportunities which we open to any of the rest of the people, and that we should not be prescribed, because it should not to give us black skins. I don't think we should be mistreated and accused because of the act of God. I think some of our people should be officers, and some should be officers—not only petty officers, but officers in high command of colored troops, and if they don't make good they should be moved for the good of the service. But they can neither all be soldiers nor officers. Some should do the farming, others the mining, others trench diggers, others boundry men, others steel makers, others physicians, others nurses, others chaplains, others cooks, others teamsters and what not, so that the nation may get the best we have, and every intelligent person knows that the best in a whole race of people never lies in only one given one of endeavor. And I trust that the constance of prejudice and race hatred and the champions of segregation, jim crowism will not be allowed to even pour on us their form of venom in such a way as to cripple our best efforts in an honest desire to serve our country well, no matter what duty is assigned us, for if certain things happen, we may need even another 10 million Negroes for all we know. Who but God knows? As regards our local conditions, to my mind, no class of men have such splendid opportunity to manifest their patriotism to the nation and, in fact, to the whole world just now, as does the greatest old army of hard working men among us known as coal miners. Every coal miner just now, no matter whether in Ohio, Indiana, Pennsylvania, Illinois or West Virginia, should realize fully that the safety of the nation and the welfare of the world rest upon his shoulders as upon no other class of citizens. But of all the miners in the country, the whole world and the American people have their eyes and their hopes fastened upon the miners of West Virginia. You miners of the great Flat Top section! The miners of the great New River section! The miners of the great Fairmount section! The nation is watching you, the world is watching you, and here is the reason, viz. It is conceded that if you miners of West Virginia (in the various fields) will do your duty and get right down to business and work hard and steady and stay right on the job and give the operators the coal, so that they can supply the government and our allies, you will be equal to an army of half a million men with guns in their hands at (Continued on Page 4.) Married Ladies' League Send Delegate to Federation Meeting. The Married Ladies' League, of which Mrs. N. V. Watkins of Algoma is president, at their last meeting elected a delegate to meet with the Women's Federation in their annual session which convenes today (Friday) in the city of Charleston. Mrs. Ida E. Whittoco was the first to represent as the Ladies' League delegate. Mrs. Hattie Washington of Red Star is president of the Women's Federation. The outlook promises to bring a large delegation together. COLLEGE MEN ONLY. The War Department has ruled that a man must have a college diploma to qualify for training as an army aviator. Of course, some college men have been highliers; but the absurdity of the rule is evident when one thinks of the mechanicians who know all about aeroplanes and who cannot enter the government service for lack of a piece of parchment. NUMBER 11 eet "go mee LD (MT i aa... eee The entire Stock of HERMANSON’S which was slightly damaged by water during the big K ire et ern ic. This tc ends coisa New ad Update adie Cat, Sty resis, Wants, Mine, Sha acy ads na and Boy’s Clothing, Shoes, Hats, Shirts and Underware. Hundreds of other things we have in our store which we haven’t room to sai ion in this aie — —————— eee ee a eri Hermanson’s LOOK FOR THE KEYSTONE W vA. BIG_SIGN Hermanson’s She McDowell Tings. { MEMBER 1 NATIONAL NEGRO PRESS ASSOCIATION! | BE BATHER THAN SEEM TO BE WHITTICO & HILL PUBLIRUEEY 4 reoraiETORs, M.T. WHITTICO, Editor. SP EDWARD HILL, Business Mgr. ‘Articles o: wore than ten lines will be harged 10 cents per line. Publiabea every Friday in the interest ef the Negro Race---His Civil and Po- Itical Righte. —_______. SUBSORIPTION RATES. ——<$<——_ _____. 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DAY—COLORED AMD WHITE ALIKE MUST REGISTER OR GO TO JNL-GOVERNOR CORNWELL PROCLAIMS JUNE 5 LEGAL HOLIDAY ALSO-AGES FROM 21 10 31. rom the hourof7 o'clock a. m. until 9 o'clock p. m. on Tues- day the Sth of June, this year, Rext month, every American citizen without regard to race, color or condition, who has pass- ed his 21st birthday and has not yet arrived at his 3ist birthday, MUST, yea, we say MUST pre- sent himself at the voting place of his precinct and be registered under the selection conscription Jaw. Upon failure todo so he will be arrested and tried either in the United States court or by Court-marsbal and upon convic tion, imprisoned fora year or Jess. No man is excused or ex- empted from the operation of this law. White, black, Jew and Gen- tile; the bait, lame and blind (even provision is made for the sick) must present themselves to the requisition officers at the Fegular voting places and be Fegistered. The registration of, flcers have no authority to ex- ease orexempt anyone. To do ©0 subjects such registration of flcer to severe penalty of the law. Allover the United States the same system will be in effect, im fall force and virtue. And in ‘West Virginie Governor Corn well has, by prociamation, de @ared Tuesday, June Sth, 1917, | a legal holiday. Now we appeal to the men of West Virginia and especially to the men of our race, the Negroes, wherever you are or whatever you may be doing to strictly and freely comply witb /'he law in every detail. Let no lack man subject himself to ar- rest and the race to the humili ation of presenting a sorry spec- ‘ucle to the eyes of the world. The McDowell Times is not in- formed as tothe method being rursued to enlighten the colored people in Virginia, North Caro- lina and other Southern states where only afew Negroes be- tween the ages mentioned have ever voted and thousands do not even know where the polling places in their precincts are, bu: we hope that information aside from that published in the daily or weekly papers will be proper. ly circulated among our peopie in order that they will not be penalized for ignorance for which the white people themselves are almost absolutely responsible. We advise our people eyery- where that if youare between the ages of 21 and 31 years of age to go wo the poils or the place where the registrars are sitting and get your names on the books. Let no one influence you to re- main away or attempt to avoid being registered. Listen to n one who would dare tell you tha: the law does notapply to you or that for anv reason you are 6x- ‘mpt. Because, my dear friends. ‘his law is as pisin as the nos is or your face. Only a few may be chosen but ALL ARE CALL ED, and we want no “slackers,” backers nor “dudlebugs ”’ Stand up like men and face the front Toll all the boys about their duty ‘and now like the past heroes o: our race have always done, offe: your service, and when perwit- ted to serve strike theenemy tc our country, our American gov ernment and our flag your hard. est and most effective blow Strike him fromthe sboulder Don’t be a quitter. Defend you: past record of loyalty such as nc race on earth can lay claim to. FALSE REPORT ABOUT KEYSTONE. It frequently comes to the ears of the people of this city ‘iat there isa law prohibiting people from coming to and mak- ing themselves welcome in this city. And that todosois done ata beavy penalty at the hands ofour Mayor. The Mayor wish- es itto be stated thatany such ramor is not only false but is done wo injure the business in- werests of this city. Keystone, like any and all other towns, welcomes anyone to its limits and promises protection in the fullest sense of the term to those who make themselves worthy of vrotectivu. Anyone having busi- ness in or wanting to come to Keystone on pleasure trips can dv so without molestation #o long as they attend to their own busi- ness. And anyone who violates the law will be dealt with secord- ing wo the law. Allother towns do the same thing. No drastic jaws and no hardships are want- ed to be forced on any one. “JOURS” MUST 60 TO WORK. “Jonabs,”” your “good thing” is about gone from you. No long- er can you sit idly by, eat, steal, rob and look pretty when othe: 38S Cn RRR POCO ROOT MT MT = e = = = H.B. Price: | —— NV EV | UPPER END BURKE : a ed 2 = = = = a = : = Es = a S : 3 = S = = = = = = (1 FIRST AND LAST CHANCE [) 3 = Full supply of Domestic go»4s and wars--Tas cheapest store 3 I in town. Crowded all the time. People just now tinding 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 baying from H. B. PRICE. | Important--Cut Price. ereey hase She tal Seen ve Pgh There never was a sale inst tuted like this one. The values are simply unheard of We are defying the high sky-scraping water mark prices found at « ther stcres and giving ‘em the lie with a black eye by selling things cheaper than anybody else. This is no fakeprop. 3 == osition but a guilt edge saving deposit --Like picking up money in the road 3 = H. B. PRICE 3 = Keystone-Burke- Addition. 3 = Ul ll sil SSSSSSSSOSOSSSSSSSOS SSSI ld us bard working men have to feed you. The best thing that ever happened was when the law making body decided to protect the innocent public by forcing the “jonah” parasites to go wo work. The farms have places for you and now when tbis place is properly filled by men who will make their own living thus it is that high cost of living will soon become a thing of the past. G0 to work. Make for yourself b creditable living. ——— BUY AUTOMOBILES Dr. J. & Hereford, of North- fork, bas recently purchased « five-seated passenger car. Messrs. Hurd Brown and Will Hart, both of this city, purchas ed atbirteen hundred suto in Bluefield last week from Dr. N. L. Edwards. It was s tirst class Hupp Mobile. Drs. Harrison and Adams of Kimball and Northfork sre con templating sepplying themselves with an automobile each. NOTIOE FOR PISTUL LICENSE. Notice ia that . apap tree Somes ree Site Ormery eee nes Van Meboweh , will apply to the Judge ot ‘te Oirenis Court of aid county on the Gret day of the June term, 1917, axes cit osten Tol ont nese ee sa year: ©. F. DAN, seitian W. Ve, 6687 My lient s Are | Aff irtscnvccr uteri: ways First wom OF Ax ismocewr Mans OF" The National fal Robber Lock Box 54. Phonepss. Kaeverows, Warr Vinwewa. DOINGS OF i LEGISLATURE Mra. White and myself beg toscknow- ledge the receipt of an invitetion from President Byrd Prilierman of the West Virginia Cotlegiste Institute to the twen- ty-eceond Annual Commencement which ‘egins May 23 and rune through May 30, inclusive, the last pame day being the «lay upon which the graduating exercises take place. We uave all come to feel very proud of “Institute” and the good work it is doing. The progrom promises to be an interessing and instructive one, and we know will show ‘up splendidly the rewuite of each department has been able to accomplish in the past year. | Governor Uornwell and the Commis- sioner of Agriculture, Hon. J. H. Stew- art, are to make addremes on May 30. ‘Therefore, we are promised a grey-matter feast from a practical and statesmanship Viewpoint, as weil as from an academic and vocational one. In an interview some few days ago with (President Prillerman, be laid special stroma apon « greater development of the collegiate departwent. He advanced the statement that quite a few of the parents, in the state, unmindful of the fect, that when tneir children graduated from the ‘aifferent High schools over the state, in- stead of sending them to Institute where peruchstenay aod would receive a collegiate ‘educaton equal to practically any and jwecond to only « few schools, they are sending them outside the state, thereby witholding from the educational system of the state @ contribution that is rightly bers. He added with emphasis that In- stitute waa being recognized by ant edu- ©-tionally interchanging aud exchanging with the best schools in the country. There is mush truth in what the Proc stent bas to way along thie line. It ie wete, that while we are making rapid strides along ali other ‘ines in the state that our educational system should also be included in thie modern rennaissance of ours. There was in the city last week quite a wamber of noted divines of the M. E +hureb connection, colored. The object of their sesembling was to formulate plane tor the buiding of the Distries Con- jeuce which = w ue beld im Charleston someting doriug the latter part of Aug. Amoux other things accomplished py thems Was Ue plan to present to the pab- Wem Very unique program. The pro- Pram Commuition conmets ot Kev J. H. Jenkium, of Wheeling, Kev. Jobu W. Waters, of Cinrkavurg, Rey.S H. Brown the District Superiutemlent, and Rev. W. GC. Thotwpeu, pastor of thie church Kev. Thompeon ie doing quite « com mendabie work bere and m= meeting with wore than ordinary euccems. On last) sabbath, the Hod Carriers Union beid heir annual meeting in the Simpeon St. | M. KE. Chareh and Rev. Thompson yreached to them an instructive sermon, ‘ractical in every particular and of great salve to them in an economic way. : U.S. COAL & COKE C0, WANTS 300 COKE PULLLRS Another 10 Per Cent Increase in Wages May 1, 1917 HIGHEST WAGES PAID IN COALFIELDS GARDENS FURNISHED FREE Come and see Employment Agent U.S. Coal & Coke Company GARY, - W.VA. EEE Eee: MRS. HARPER IMPROVED. Mrs. Kitty Harper, who has een very sick, 30 much so that all ber children sod wany of her xrandchildren, numbering 21 were at her bedside at tne same time for several days last week. But it is gratifying to know that she is much improved. Atty E. i. Harper returned to Charles ton Saturday night while the rest of the children remained. NOTICE FOR PISTOL LICNsE Notice is hereby given thet the under. tigned, who i Chiel of Police of North. fork, MeDowell county, W. Va, will ap. ie Meet my wl of ween panty on the Set day "ot the Tune term 1917 for license © Diatot J accordance with section “7 of chapter 148 of the code of West Virginia. Ss €.sTOaRT, Northfork, W. Va 5-25 17 NOTICE FOR PISTOL LICENSE, Koti is hereby given that the under. seme, ‘who fe so Pete, of Clark, W.Va, will of the Citeun Oourt of MeDowel covey oy he fre day ofthe Jae term, 1917, for @ license to carry s pistol in accordance wit section 2 of chapter 148 of te = of West Virgi 2 2 ain. ¢. © SIEMONS orthionk, W.Va ‘oar? This office was informed yeeterday by telegram that the muc celebrated white slave case that had been pending in the Federal Court for 3 years against Dr. E. 1. Younge, of Welch, had been heard by that Court and that our own good friend and race pride man bad been acqritted. ‘The case was hotly contested by both sides and because of the®prominence of Parties involved, and especially beceause of the interest the people of thie county generally have in Dr. Younge, the cae has been watched with keen eyes. His host of friends are rejoicing with him in thie great and deserved vietory. A fult account of the case will appear in ont next iseue, —- —___ NOTICE FOR PISTOL LICENSE Notice : hereby Sa the ea signed will apply the Orenit tinned McDowell countpen the 2th day of June, 1917, for a license to as a 7 cordance with section Taf chapioe Fis the code of West Virginia, as amended and re-enacted py the legislatare of ta, | 3's. StUa wh ; a Sheriff of McDowell county, eyetone, W. Va. _ _ NOTICE FOR PISTOL LICENSE. Notice is hereby given that the under- ‘ee will apply to the Circuit Court of ‘Dowell county oa the 'zth day of Jane, 1917, tor a license to «: ‘& pistol ‘tm accordance with section 7 of chapter 148 of the code of West Virginia, a amended and re-enacted by the legisla- rare of 10 A. 0. HDrrORD, Deputy Sheritl of MeDowell Vounty Weich, W. Va. eS NOTICE FOR PISTOL LICENSE. Notice is hereby given that the onder- signed will apply to the Cireuit Court of MeDoweil County, state of West Virgin- ‘a, on the Sch day of June, 117, for o licenes to earry.a°plstal Th secoeing® With ection 7 Of chapter 119 ofthe nis of West Virginia as amended and re-en- ected by the leginlatare in Tae" REV. MoM BRATCHER, tox 4, Northiork, W. Va. See micoaiemnindhahtiey NOTICE FOR PISTOL. Lice vce ounce je hereby given that the under ‘signed will apply to the Cirenit Court oF MeDowell county, om the izth day af June, 1917, for m livense to carry ‘a pie 01 in accordance with wetion 7 of chap. ter 148 of the code of Went Virginia a amended and re-enacted by the lewslas tare of 14K, JAMES CALPE, Depnty Sheriff of MeDoweil County kekman, W. Va. ———— WANTED:~—2 or 3 good reliable men { go with buckster wagons seiliig pro. dace. | Good wages paid the rigtt kind of ten who are not afrad w work. W. C. STALEY, Keystone, W. Va. LELAND HAS SAID: “01 all the arta, great muse is the art to raise the soul above earthly storms A CHASE PIANO forsale. A ood in. strament in good condi Inquire of- fice of MeDowell fimes or phone’ S67 Bluetield, W.Va, es The comerstone of the new Mt. Chapel Baptiet church will be laid on the third Sanday in June. It will be a esle dey in Keywone. Watch for the program and arrange to attend the services that day. AND PAY YOUR way THROUGH scHooL. BY WORK The Christiansburg Jodostrial Ineticnse scar rs ae slr a trates ea a ‘imited nomber eo fooste are tek en each your who have Privilege of working their Mp Ante em The Bicone trades * Carpentry, jog and Printing, while the wre om taught Sewing, Millinery, Domestic Selence and Holdhold keonms. Tie Industria: Sebool ie open oi te year. A few stndente will be talen for the eam mer, beginning May 2). rip st once for catalogue and other Jformation to E. A. LONG, Principal, Cambria, Va re BURNED OUT But Still In the Ring JUST RETURNED FROM MARKET WITH A SELECT LINE OF GOODS TO START ANEW Everybody in the Right Direction From Everywhere when Going to H. BUDNICKS The Store of QUALITY and Fair Treatment KEYSTONE, Turn Out In Keystone and Eckmam 350 Strong--Grand Chancellor L. O. Wilson Delivers Able Address--Patriotism Runs High With Every Member--Uniform Rank Attract Thousands to See--Collection $64.40. Sunday was one of the biggest days for tratalent thanksgiving that has been witnessed by any order this year in this section of the State. The occasion was the annual thanksgiving services held by Lilly of the Valley Lodge, No. 18, Keystone Lodge, No. 87, and C. H. Rice Lodge, No. 90. By mutual consent with the officers of the respective Lodges, Sir C. H. Rice, Grand District Deputy and President of No. 2 District, was made director and leader of all arrangements. With effect. With the assistance of Mrs. Trulia Bridgeford, Worthy Council for the Courts of Calanthe, the usually prepared program was carried out to the letter and to the applause of the packed house. Prayer was offered by Prelate Allen Williamson. Address on Pythianism was delivered by Editor M. T. Whittico who is also Grand Lecturer. His address was frequently spoken of as one of considerable interest and was filled with patriotism. The Lodges all met at Lord's ball promptly at 9 o'clock a.m., where they formed a line of march headed by the Uniform Rank of McDowell, under the leadership of Sq. G. W. Donley, Captain. They were beautifully regalised in white trousers and dark blue coats and caps that made them look like real soldiers ready for battle. They reached the Pastime Theatre at Eckman promptly at eleven o'clock, which was neatly arranged with United States flags unfurled all over the beautiful building. Through the kindness of Mr. Cunningham, the big hearted Superintendent of the Pulaski Iron Company, and Mr. Jas. Calee, the manager of the theatre, postmaster at Eckman and Deputy Sheriff, another real good man, the theatre and every other arrangement necessary to make the occasion one of the greatest successes in the history of Eckman these good people made it so for this occasion and that too without one cent's expense. Sir J. E. Haskins, Chancellor Gammond of the Lilly of the Valley Lodge, No. 18, called the meeting to order and in a few chosen words turned the gavel over to Sir C. H. Kice who respectfully called Prof. E. L. Rann, Principal of the Keystone-Eckman Graded School and a visiting brother from G. W. Hayes Lodge, K. of P., in Bluefield, to the chair, who acted as Master of Ceremonies. Prof. Rann was certainly equal to the occasion and dispatched with business intelligently and OPPOSITE PYTHIA AND CALANTHES and Eckmam 350 Strong L. O. Wilson Delivers Opism Runs High With Form Rank Attract Thouson $64.40. with effect. With the assistance of Mrs. Trulia Bridgeford, Worthy Council for the Courts of Calanthe, the usually prepared program was carried out to the letter and to the applause of the packed house. Prayer was offered by Prelate Allen Williamson. Address on Pythianism was delivered by Editor M. T. Whittico who is also Grand Lecturer. His address was frequently spoken of as one of considerable interest and was filled with patriotism Miss Maggie Bailey, of Kimball, one of McDowell county's teachers, addressed the ladies of the Courts and the Sir Knights on Calanthianism and most excellently well did she quit herself. She received loud and prolong applause in her eloquent appeal to the women to be not only anxious for patriotism among the men but said we, the women of our race and of this country, have much to do as well in this great conflict. Address on Patriotism was delivered by Sir Allen Williamson who was at his best. The response was by Miss Nannie Seay who won for herself many honors and deserving compliments. Music was furnished by the Empire Cornett Band. At this point, Hon. L. O. Wilson, Grand Chancellor, Ex-State Librarian and one of the leading race builders in the State, was introduced by Master of Ceremonies, Prof. E. L. Rann. He was the orator of the occasion and beyond everybody's expectation he made good. He took his text from Genesis 4:9. Subject, "Am I my brother's keeper?" His introductory remarks were most timey and effective in that he paid a high tribute to patriotically arranged and decorated theatre and the same patriotic spirit which was characterizing the people all over the country. For one hour he dealt sledge hammer blows on the fact that we are our brother's keeper. The Grand Chancellor was at his best from start to finish and his address was frequently punctured by applause. At the close of his speech which held his audience breathlessly, a collection was lifted by Sir J. E. Haskins, the money man and the man who knows how. $50 was raised in 12 minutes. An after collection for the Wingfield Baptist church was lifted which amounted to $14.40. Revs. L. Dabney and R. P. Johnson were present part of the time and had a few words to say. This was the largest turn out that has been witnessed this year. At the suggestion of Rev. Johnson, a standing vote was paid to Hon. L. O. Wilson for his excellent address and for the good he is doing in this state for race unity and race uplift. Glen white BY J. B. WOOD, Rev. W. R. Woodson went to Beckley on business Wednesday of this week. Mr. C. A. Williams, the real Estate man of Onariestion, representing Timbers Myers Real Estate Co., was the guest of Mr. Jas. Flood Friday. Mrs. Nannie Cox left on No. 13 over the Virginian, for Columbus, Ohio, to spend a few days. The E. E. White Coal Company offers goop opportunities to good colored families. They have at present under construction 15 new houses for colored people to add to the large number they have already completed. Good church, school, moving picture show, good accommodation, polite attendants in offices and store, good work for all classes of mine workers, mines run night and day. mines well ventilated and safe. General Manager E. E. White visited Sunday school last Sunday, accompanied by a photographer, and gave the school a surprise by having them photographed. The little ones were made glad. The older ones as well. Whenever we see this generous big hearted official come through the camp we know he has some surprise to spring on us because his appearance is sunlight to Glen White because he has the interest of his people at heart. We have the best manager in West Virginia and we shall always show our gratitude towards him and his interest by trying to beautify this beautiful town of Glen White. NOTICE FOR PISTOL LICENSE Notice is hereby given that the undersigned will apply to the Circuit Court of McDowell county on the 12th day of June 1917, for a license to carry a pistol in accordance with section 7 of chapter 148 of the code of West Virginia, as amended and re-enacted by the legislature of 1909. F. G. BERNARD, Chief of Police, Keystone, W. Va. LOCALS A full account of the death of Mr. Wade Anderson will appear in our next issue. Several communications had to be carried over till next week. Mr. Curtis Washington, of Raleigh, brother-in-law to Mrs. Helen M. James, of this city, was the guest of the family the first of this week. He worshipped at the Mt. Chapel Baptist church Sunday and assisted in lifting the collection. On Monday he was shown over and around the city by Mr. A. L. Calhoun. Mrs. Lotie Tack, who has been in this end of the state for several weeks giving readings left Monday morning for montgomery. Miss Hattie Lipscomb, who has been teaching at Winding Gulf for several months, returned home Saturday night. She reports having had a very pleasant session. Miss Rosa Belle Bridgeford is spending a portion of her vacation with her brother-in-law and sister. Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Lamkin. Mrs. S. F. Lord, our popular young friend and business man of the city is in North Carolina visiting his mother and friends. Mr. Mattie E. Thornton was at Gary the second Sunday. She heard the annual cermon of the Tug River Lodge No. 5072 at the Methodist church. After the collection had been raised for the Lodge, she was given an opportunity to make an appeal for the Mt. Chapel Baptist church of this city, and was given $10. She desires to thank those folks for the same. Mr. and Mrs. John Hayden, of Blue Jay, were visiting relatives in Eckman this week. They were touring the country in their fine Maxwell car. Mr. Hayden is a very successful business man and reports that times are good around Blue Jay. His host of friends were delighted to see them back in this section since they have been gone for quite two years. He is running a very nice barbership, cleaning and pressing establishment and looks after the boys who want to appear from the toiler shop. FOR SALE: West Virginia Shuffler- Pure Pit Games; Guaranteed to win or die trying. Originated and bred by W. M Howard, Worth, W. Va. McDowell Rev. W. D. Chisholm, of Dorchester, Va., who closed a very successful revival here recently, was kindly remembered by the members and friends of the Macedonia Baptist church. He received many presents and $50 in cash. The following persons contributed to him in connection with the amount donated by the church: W. VA REGISTRATION CARD Registrar's Report I certify that my answers are true, that the person registered has read his own answers, that I have witnessed his signature, and that all of his answers of which I have knowledge are true, except as follows: PALMETTO CAFE Main Street Lord's New Brick Building Men Wanted! Money without limit to be made with Ten Automobiles given away free King and Tidewater Coal Co's Vivian, West Va. Splendid opportunity for excellent homes with good garden spots, fine schools and churches for all employees Wages among the best paid in the world with Ten Per Cent increase in wages effective May 1, 1917. Don't forget, TEN NEW FORD Passenger Touring Cars to be given away December 22, 1917, at the above named coal operations, Vivian, W. Va. Now is your chance to win a fine car. THE PATRIOTISM OF THE NEGRO Corinued from page 1. the front, but if you miners fail to get out the coal, things will be in an awful share for all of us. It may be of much interest for you to know what mining coal has to do with the war. It has this to do with it. Before the country can build warships, our marines, heavy motor trucks, high powered cannons and projectiles, rifles, baskets, rails and other highly necessary machinery and supplies, they must have steel! steel! steel! million more millions of tons of steel. Before the mine can turn out the steel, they must have millions and millions of tons of pig iron and before they can turn out the pig they must have millions and millions of tons of coke; and before the country can get coke, all of you miners know that you must supply the coal, because you can not make coke out of anything else except COAL. And before the country can have coal, you miners must get it out and you must get it out as you have never done before. If you get out the coal the country can hold her own against all comers (D. V.). But if you fail to get out the coal, you cripple your army, betray your country, your state, your community and your people. Every company in the state is struggling with might and main to get out the coal. Some companies, in addition to increased wages, are offering special inducements in the shape of prizes to stimulate your efforts in getting out the coal, because the government must have coal. They must have it. Now what will you miners do about it? Will you work two or three days in each week and spend the other portion of your time idling around, having a sporty, good time, or will you work and work hard and get out the coal and show yourselves the brave men the world takes you to, and manifest your" patriotism by making every day's work count, like the blow of a million ton hammer upon the head of country's enemies; and let everybody's work show our love for our country, our race and blessings that a great and good God has lavished upon us. If getting out the coal will help us win the victory for our country and humanity, let each man say for himself, if it takes coal, then coal they shall have. Every minister can do much in urging the men to get out the coal, and I believe they will do so. I have spoken of the patriotism that can be manifested by the coal miner with no thought whatever of minimizing the great usefulness of the host of patriotic men and women among our people who are just as anxious to manifest their patriotism and love of country along other lines and in other professions. I have said more of the miner, because he is the biggest cog in our wheel in this section, and upon him more, than any other class rests the great duty of supplying the government with what it not only needs, but must have—COAL. For the benefit of our many readers who desire to know what lines they may be of service, I call attention to an article appering in "The Literary Digest" for May 12, 1917, page 1414. The article is entitled "What patriotic citizens can do." This article, to my mind, is very suggestive and helpful. It would make an excellent pamphlet to be placed in every home, church and school in this country. It would be so splendid thing, it is of our men of means would have the article reprinted in every paper in the state, more especially all the papers of this county. In concluding this series of four articles on "The Patriotism of the Negro," I wish to thank the Hon. M. T. Whittico, Editor of the McDowell Times, not only for this appreciation of myself in requesting the articles, but for his unselfish interest and the devotion of his best efforts to the welfare of the community and the race. His columns have been open to me in the defense of our people's patriotism without money and without price, at a time when, because of special taxation and the high cost of material, space of such prominence and length means a starting sacrifice to papers with large capital, much less a paper whose greatest asset is the regard of a poor but grateful people. I consider such sacrifice in behalf of his people's patriotism, the highest manifestation of his own, and worthy of our highest appreciation and emulation. I make this statement unasked and unsolicited, because I believe it the man's due. To our readers, we appreciate your interest and forbearance and trust we have at least put a hait to some who would have the world believe us a race of cowards, because of the writings and utterances of those effected with Negro-phobia. COOPERS The second Sunday was a great day with the church folks here. Sunday school was conducted by Supt. Edmonds. At 11:30 a. m., Rev. M. J. Moss preached a soul stirring sermon from Acts 26:5, subject, "Our religion" Music was rendered by the Bluestone choir. At 3 p. m., Rev. J. W. Orockett, pastor of Boissevain and Switchback Baptist churches, delivered a spiritual sermon using Matt. 13:8 for his text. Boissevain choir rendered music. At 7:30 p. m., the pastor filled the pulpit and preached an able sermon. On Monday night, Rev. A. B. Padrett preached a powerful sermon from Acts 8:21. He is a very good speaker. Tuesday night, Rev. R. R. Henry, of Tazewell, pastor of Wilcoe and Powhatan Baptist churches, preached a splendid sermon from 1 Peter 3:24. He is a fine preacher. the tribe of Benjamin, Mr. Louis Pannell, President, reported $62.72 and the tribe of Judan, Mrs. Ruth Vaden, President, reported $88.50. Total amount raised $151.64. The pastor praised his people to the highest for their faithful work. We are now putting a new top on our church. Those who contributed were Mrs. Ruth Vaden, $ 1 80 " Mary E. Davis 1 00 Rev. J. W. Coger, 2 90 Flood Edmond 1 55 Chas. Vaden 2 00 Jones Vaden 2 27 Miss Marie Brandon, 1 00 " Mamie Brandon 1 00 Mrs. Fannie Adams, 1 00 Shield Waldron 2 00 Jaffer Prillerman 1 00 Henry Davie 1 50 Miss Mary Vaden 1 00 Mrs. Matilda Prillerman 1 00 William Austin 50 Joe Walker 1 1 Automobiles War ers and Day be made with Ten Auton AT THE Tidewater an, West excellent homes with go and churches for all em 3 32 3 32 7 00 1 30 2 15 HANDS, ARMS, LIMBS ASLEEP And Was Run-Down, Weak and Nervous, Says Florida Lady. Five Bottles of Cardui Made Her Well. Kathleen, Flu—Mrs. Dallas Prina, of this place, says: "After the birth of my last child...I got very much run-down and weakened, so much that I could hardly do anything at all. I was so awfully nervous that I could scarcely endure the least noise. My condition was getting worse all the time... about my taking Cardul. He said, 'It's a good medicine, and good for that trouble', so he got me 5 bottles...After about the second bottle I felt greatly improved...before taking it limbs and hands and arms would go to sleep. After taking it, however, the poor circulation disappeared. My strength came back to me and I was soon on the road to health. After the end of about 5 bottles, I could do all my housework and attend to my six children besides." You can feel safe in giving Cardul a thorough trial for your troubles. It contains no harmful or habit-forming drugs, but is composed of mild, food, medicinal ingredients with no bad after-effects. Thousands of women have voluntarily written, telling of the good Cardul has done them. It should help you, too. Try it. E 16 of Charleston are making elaborate preparations for the entrainment of the visiting members of the profession. A clinic will be held at the Critchow Hospital and several of the leading white physicians will cooperate with the local colored doctors to make the meeting pleasant and profitable. WILLOO TEACHER TO WED. Rev. and Mrs. A. D. Allen, formerly of English but now of this city, announce the marriage of their daughter, Miss Lola Allen, to Mr. Joseph Brooks on June 3. next. Miss Allen is well known in McDowell county having taught school there for several years. She came to this city a few weeks ago after finishing teaching out the term at Wilcoe. Mr. Brooks is also from McDowell, having lived for several years at Exceller where two sisters, Mrs. Calloway and Miss Laura Brooks reside. Hon. W. W Whyte, County Clerk of McDowell county and one of the best known Republicans in the state, arrived in this city today. The distinguished veteran and leader of a hundred political battles in the "Free State of McDowell" is attending to business and greeting friends. Attorney E. C. Marshall, of Welch, is also here. THACKER Sunday was a high day here. The Macedonia Lodge, No. 71, Knights of Pythia, had its annual sermon preached. The Red Jacket Band, headed by Prof. W. J. Wormley, rendered some choice music. The Lodge marched to the church and after rendering a very good program, the Master of Ceremonies introduced Rev. E. G. Holcomb, of Berwind, who preached a powerful land instructive sermon. He pictured the love and life of Damon and Pythia until we could almost see them. He also said that a true Pythian was a soldier and that the question need no longer be asked would the colored man join the army for he was ready to give his life in the defense of the flag. The collection amounted to $2/60. On Monday night, the Rev. held church meeting. Tuesday night, our revival began and will be conducted by Rev. J. J. Marable, of Charlotte County, Va. Rev. N. H. Hayes is visiting his fami ly and friends in Virginia. Madam Penn HAIR CULTURE AND SCALP TREATMENT The Famous C. J. Walker System. Gary - West Virginia 4-27-'17. MERCHANT'S WIFE ADVISES KEYSTONE WOMEN "I had stomach trouble so bad I could eat nothing but toast, fruit and hot water. Everything else soured and formed gas. Dieting did no good. I was miserable until I tried backtown bark, glycerine, as mixed with Adler-i-ka. ONF SPONDED, I benefited me INSTANTLY." Because Adler-i-ka empties BOTH large and small intestine it relieves ANY OASF constipation,our stomach or gas and prevents jappendicitis. as QUICK-EST action of anything we ever go. SPECTOR DRUG GO. For Sale Restaurant equipment and furnished rooms outfit, all in good condition, located on Center and Gaister St. Cattlesburg, Ky. Building contains 5 furnished rooms dipstairs and downstairs measures 80x30. Rent reasonable; all street car east and west stop in front of the door. All the purchaser has to do is come in and go to work. Price $670. Write or see CHAS. HAYES, Cattlesburg, Ky. Fine small farm of 77 acres for sale sale Four miles from Princeton with Mt. Adam road on two sides. Ten minutes walk from Princeton and pinefield car line. No waste land. 40 acres this land is bottom land. House in fair condition. Good well. Possession and interest in spring crop can be given at any time. Write T. M. FRY, Princeton, W. Va. 3-4-ts. When Coming to ROANOKE, VA. Stop at Hotel Anderson North Henry Street. BEST OF SERVICE GUARANTEED WANTED: A position as chauffeur or garage helper by Floyd Adams (colored.) Licensed chauffeur 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. --- Wilcoe, West Virginia G. H. Rice 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 ad dressenvolpes and do plain sewing at home. $8.00 weekly. Information for a stamp. NATIONAL BUSINESS BUREAU, Box 553, RICHMOND, VA. For Sale: Good mule in splendid condition for sale at reasonable price. Apply to ALEX MORGAN, Barber Shop adjoining McDowell Times' office, Keystone, W. Va. FOR SALE: - A good house and bt a Anawait, W. Va., at a bargain. See J McNEELEY, Anawait, W. Va. CECIL H. RILEY ATTORNEY-AT-LAW PRACTICES IN ALL THE COUTS Northfork, West Virginia. SAMUEL SOLINS Attorney-at-Law Welch, West Virginia Lots Of Iron In "Old Hickory Tonic" 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 in his own practice for 56 long years. It improves the appetite, and is richness to the blood and drives the poisonous liver, bowels and kidneys. Sold in drug store as well as in general stores in small towns 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, Northfork, W. Va. H. J. CAPEHART Attorney-at-Law Phone:61 KEYSTONE, W. VA Fractice in all B. H. MARRIS & CO. "TAILORS BY TRADE" "Up-to-date in Style" "Down to date in Pro- spect" "Ship in and see the work by EXPERT TAILOR." OVER 5000 PATTERNS TO SELECT FROM Ladies' Suits tailored to perfection. All work guar- anteed. Our service is the best in style—fit—snap— workmanship and depend- ability. SHOPS: WILCOE A'D KIMBALL, W. VA. 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. Senreco REC. U.S. DOT, GPP. The double-service tooth paste, keeps teeth clean AND GUMS HEALTHY. Keeping the gums healthy and the mouth sweet is very important to health; more teeth are lost through the loosening of the tissue that holds the teeth in place than from decay. Dental science to-day demands that a tooth paste must keep the gums healthy as well as clean the teeth. Senreco was formulated to meet this requirement. Hundreds of dentists are prescribing and using Senreco because they have found that it does measure up to that standard. SENRECO IS A WONDERFUL CLEANSER. In addition to its remedial properties Senreco is a wonderful cleanser; acts directly on the mucin film, the basis of tartar; leaves the mouth cool and clean-feeling. As some one has expressed it - Senreco gives one a new idea on mouth cleanliness. Get a tube to-day at your druggists or toilet counter—enjoy the healthy, cleanly feeling its use gives your mouth and gums. Notice how brilliantly white Senreco makes your teeth. It performs this two-fold service for you and yet costs no more than the ordinary, old-fashioned tooth paste that simply cleans the teeth and leaves a pleasant taste—25 cents for a large 2 ounce tube. Windsor Hotel and Restaurant BUSH & MASON, Proprietors 14 1-2 Sunders Street Ckarleston, W. Va. Meals on the European Plan. Rooms newly furnished and free bath. +13-17. Telephone 3562 Mrs. B Connor AT EXCELSIOR, W. VA. agent for the celebrated Mine C. J. Walker's Wonderful Hair Growing and Beautifying Preparation. Holds Credentials for Efficiency Agent also for Hair and Hair Goods EXCELSIOR, W. VA. 4-6-17. Nice Airy Rooms Hot and Cold Bath Thoroughly Renovated $1 & $2 per day THE IMPERIAL HOTEL MR. and MRS. C. W. PRICE Mgrs. The only Colored Hotel in the City. 2 minutes walk from the station. Merls: Europenn and American Plan. 900 Raleigh Street. Phone 974. BLUEFIELD, W. VA. Ladies and Gentlemen: You are cordially invited to visit the Small Farm of20 Acres for Sale Adjoining the corporate limits of Princeton. Beautiful location overlooking the city. About 300 apple trees bearing; also some peaches, pears and plums. Artesian well and two springs. Finest location for berries, small fruits and chickens in country. Princeton is good market for these things. Good cottag house and plenty of out buildings. Call on or write T. M. FRY, Princeton, W. Va. 5-4-4ts. WOODS VEGETABLE HAIR GROWER ReStaurant Meals at all hours in First Class Style at Reasonable Prices. Eat here and yo'll not know that high cost of living is higher. Elder Simon King YUKON, W.VA. Mrs. Panzy Lord Agent for the Celebrated 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. Floyd Ross Justice of Peace Elkhorn, West Va. BOX 131. 3-30 '17