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NEGRO'S PHYSICAL FITNESS BEST OF ANY RACE IN WORLD War Proving That The Black Man Possesses Most Virtues Common to Men Eevrywhere White and Colored Men Becoming Better Acquainted, Better Friends and a Common Interest is More Apparent Than Heretofore. McDowell County Offers Good Opportunities for Negroes, Excellent Schools, high wages VOLUME 16. NEGRO'S PHYSICAL BEST OF ANY F War Proving That The Most Virtues Common White and Colored Men Becoming H and a Common Interest is More The Negro's loyalty in the past is being recalled everywhere, and his worth is a soldier is emphasized. His physics helped to refute many of the stereotyped charges made against him. It was admitted, in one of the leading cities of North Carolina, that in proportion to population the Negroes outnumbered the whites on the eligible list because the Negroes stood the better physical examinations. And only five out of 130 young Negroes examined at the officer's训in camp at Fort Des Moines last summer showed any traces of venerated infection. I would not hesitate for a moment to place this record against that of any other group of young men anywhere in the world. In fact, the war is discovering that the Negro possesses most of the virtues common to men in general. This for the Negro is a tremendous gain. A common cause and a common danger are bringing black men and white men near enough together to discern their common qualities and to awaken their respect. The country's need is forging a brotherhood of all her defenders. The whole town of Woodville, Ohio, turned out with a brass band to accompany its one Negro recruit to the railroad station. Georgia towns have given dinners to their black selected men as well as to the white. The mayor of the City of Athens, Ga., publicly thanked the colored people of the city for their loyal response at registration for service, and he also thanked the Negro registrars.—Southern Workman. EDITORIAL COMMENT: "You are right Mr. 'Southern Workman.' On October 29th when 300 loyal and patriotic colored men selected for the first draft in the County of McDowell, State of West Virginia, the only state south of the Mason and Dixon line not blackened nor damned by the pernicious disfranchisement, segregation and jim crow laws as are common in every other southern state, the whole county turned out and paid a cordial respect to their brother in black leaving home—mother, wife, sister, brother end friends—to fight a deadly enemy for true democracy. These black boys were received, honored and cordially addressed by Mayor B. F. Williams of Welch, the county seat. The eminent Judge of the Eighth Judicial Circuit, I. C. Herndon, addressed them as citizens, friends and soldiers. They were addressed by the Sheriff, Dr. S. A. Daniel who assured them that they were as much and as true and loyal citizens as any who had ever worn the uniform. These 300 black boys old McDowell, the pick and flower of the race, physical giants, perfect in health, absorbed in the hope of victory over the Germans, eager to fight for his country—Old Glory—and to save our country from disgrace or defeat, never at one time shed a tear nor did they at any time show the slightest sign of fear or uneasiness but manifested an eagerness to leave for France, for the blood stained battlefields of Europe. They entertained no favorable idea or conception of training camps, all they wanted was a gun and a chance at "Bill Kaiser." They considered themselves already fit subjects to tear down Vernon, retake Alasc-Loraine and defeat the ends of the most sanguine German. Added to this inflated ambition and their real, whole hearted patriotism on that same day, in the presence of over 10,000 people, white and colored, General E. O'Toole, general manager of the great United States Coal and Coke Company at Gary presented a check for $100 to be sent to Camp Lee with instructions that every cent of it was to be used for and in behalf of the colored boys. This money to be used for Y. M. C. A. purposes, strictly and exclusively for the colored boys. These and many other evidences of a cordial feeling, a common interest and a spirit of universal brotherhood are common in West Virginia, especially in the little state of McDowell, and we hope is widening itself in the hearts of men all over this country. General O'Toole made a similar donation to the white soldiers who left McDowell county. Thus proving that the solution of the race problem (?) is to be brought abent by big men, men who are too big to be little too broad mined to be narrow and who are too liberal to be parsimonious. AMERICAN RED CROSS WASHINGTON, Jan. 10.—With the opening of the Sante Ergenie hospital for tuberculosis reyartles at Lyons, another link is added to the chain of insti- The McDowell Times. tutions the American Red Cross is forging to return to France her citizens well and free from infection. This hspital was opened in the presence of officials of the Red Cross and Rockefeller foundation and of the French Government. It is designed to care for patients reaching France via Evan. Sanate Eugenie hospital has been loaned to the American Red Cross by the hospital board of Lyon, which supplies the building with heat, light, water, and ventilation; and furnishes at a cat food, binen and disinfection. The Am rican Red Cross furnishes the nurses, doctor and medical supplies Often as many as 65 tuberculosis repatriates arrive at Exian in a single week, coming from occupied portions of France and Belgium, and returning to their homes have spread infection. The new hospital cares immediately for two hundred patients in five new hospital bar ricks, and in the main building - a chat can presented to the city of Lyons by the Empress Engenie. CLOSED AN ACTIVE AND BUSY LIFE AT BLUEFIELD SANITARIUM LAST FRIDAY SUCCESSFUL COAL OPERATOR A Friend to the Negro and All That Stands For the Best in Mankind-Funeral at Bramwell Largely Attended. While waiting Friday of last week for favorable news as to the condition of Col. W. H. Thomas of Bramwell, who underwent an operation at the Bluetfield Sanitarium on December 31, death creep into his chamber at that Retreat for the Sick, and claimed him for its own. It was a source of deep regret that this office took from the phone that ead message, for Col Thomas, who was known far and near, was a friend to the race and was a man who recognized worth rather than creed and color, and his passing removes from the stage of active life a man who was honored and respected by all who knew him for his broad minded, big hearted and generous spirit. He was a friend to labor and held in high regard the working class, knowing by experience that mankind generally had to rise by his own efforts. Col. Thomas was indeed a remarkable man, in that he rose from a poor boy to a man of wealth and distinction. He started life as a news boy, having been left fatherless when he was sixteen years of age. By honesty, industry and thrift he rapidly passed from one post to another in Wilkshire, Pa., where his said "Good-bye". Coming to Pocahontas when he was 23 years old, he secured a position in a company store. He became acquainted with the coal business and his keen business soon put him on the road to fortune. He had a leading part in the opening of Algoma mine which was his first venture and he continued until he was a master in the business. At the time of his death Col. Thomas was president of Thomas Coal and Coke Company, Flat Top Coal Mining Company, McDowell Coal and Coke Company, Eclipse Milling Company. He was was chairman of the board of director of the Flat Top Coal Company and a director in the Bank or Bramell. He was vice-president of the Pocahontas Coal Operator's Association and a member of the board of directors of the Smokey Operators' Association of West Virginia Col. Thomas took an interest in politics and all public matters required by good citizenship, but never aspired to political office. He was a member of the staff of Governor Glasscock and also of the staff of Governor Hatfield, with the rank of colonel. He served as president of the school of his district and no man in like capacity has been held in higher esteem than Col. Thomas, for he gave telling service to the educational uplift of the children and community in general. He was a member of the board of decesons of the Presbyterian church, of Bramwell, to which he belonged and was KEYSTONE, WEST VIRGINIA, FRIDAY, JAN. 18, 1918 member of the Alqoma Lodge of Massona, a Knight Templar of Ivanhoe Commandery, and a noble of Reni-Kedem Temple. The funeral of Col. Thomas took place from his residence at Bramwell on Sunday afternoon, an despite the extremely cold weather, was atted by a large num- ntances from all sections of this state and some from other states, who gathered to pay their last tribute of respect to his memory. Amid the solemn strains of appropriate music, and the comforting assurances of holy scriptures, bright with the promise of the reurrection, his loved ones and his friends and acquaintances stood with bowed heads and acting hearts through the last hours that all that was mortal of a good citizen remained above its mother earth, and sorrowfully followed the remains to their lasting resting place on the eminence above the busy little valley through which he had so often passed in the actives of his busy life. The service was conducted by Rev. A. S. Rachal, pastor of the Bramwell Presbyterian church, assisted by Rev. J. T. Crowe, the Episcopal minister at Bramwell. It had been planned for Rev. J. B Warp, of Chattanooga, former president of the Binefield district of Houston Conference, to conduct the service but owing to the fact that trains were several hours off schedule he did not reach the city until about six o'clock Sunday afternoon. Mrs. John B. Thomas, of Wilkesbury, Pa., and Mrs R. T. Roberts, of Rome, N.Y., sisters of the deceased, were delayed on account of the late trains and did not reach Bramwell in time for the funeral service. During the service which was most impressive, Mrs John J. Goodwell sang a solo and later Mr. Goodwill and D. C. Jones rendered two beautiful duets. DESERVES HERO MEDAI Colored Man Saves Life of Another at Risk of His Own. The railroad section force at Graham have nominated Reed Finney, colored section hand, as eligible for a Carnegie hero medal. Tuesday, Reed saved the life of Will Shuffield, also colored, at the risk of his own, when he saw a passenger train bearing down on his comrade while the two men were engaged in sweeping switches just west of the tower. A westbound freight was passing at the time and Shuffield failed to observe the approach of an eastbound passenger train. In another instant he would have been run over had not Finney jumped in ahead of the rapidly moving train to jerk Shuffield from the track. It is said that the locomotive brushed the broom in the hands of Shuffield as it sped by. Finney, in discussing the incident, took the matter coolly, seeming to think he had only performed his duty, and was not inclined to receive the praise for his heroism that the men were bestowing upon him. -Graham Correpondent in Bluefield Telegraph. FIRE INSPECTORS IN McDOWELL COUNTY INVESTIGATING CAUSES OF RECENT FIRES. Messrs. F. S. C. errington of Huntington and P. C. Horan of Charleston, fire inspectors, have been very busy in McDowell county for the past ten days. After a thorough investigation these distinguished gentlemen have come to the following conclusions at to the causes of the following fires: At Mullens a few weeks ago, fire caused by little child setting fire to building. At Keystone just a few days ago, fire caused by carelessness on the part of tenant who built and left too large a fire together with perhaps bad fire. At Northfork, fire yet a mystery, although casual belief is that new furnace being handled by inexperienced men the cause. Welch fire also a mystery, though intense cold forced highest capacity of heat, unguarded, caught. Thus the great damage. Mr. Cheering on is not only an expert fire inspector but is an adebt at reading the minds of men when it comes to the matter of politics. Although he was exceedingly quiet and non-committal on this matter Mr. Horan, while quiet, lays claim to a great deal of credit for much of the substantial work being accomplished for the benefit and encouragement of society KENTUCKY VOTES DRY FRANKFORT, Ky., January 14. -Both houses of the Kentucky general assembly today ratified the proposed prohibition amendment to the federal constitution MORE THAN 300 ATTEND SAFETY FIRST BANQUET ENTWINED FLAGS OF ALLIES AND OLD GLORY PROMIENT IN DECORATION Editor of Wheeling Intelligencer Tells Employees of U. S. States Ccal and Coke Company First Business of Every Citizen is to Win War and Faithful Labor is Great Help On Saturday night the eighth annual boosting banquet of the Safety First movement took place at Gary. This event is one of the most interesting of the yearly happenings in the coal fields, and is always attended by the heads of departments, superintendents, foremen and bosses, connected with the big plant of the United States Coal and Coke Co. and a number of truer employees, more interested in the coal trade and invited guests. There were over three hundred present on Saturday night and the auctionin in which the banquet was held was decorated for the occasion on an elaborate scale. The entwined flags of the allies were prominent and Old Glory was conspicuous on every side, and draped artistically at the back of the speakers' table. On several sides of the room were posted enormous charts bearing the record of the safety first accomplishments since 1865, the date of the organization of the movement at Gary, and which set forth in detail the accident history of each department, comparing the records of each year, these figures making a most interesting study. An orchestra seated on the stage behind a curtain of evergreens and flags played during the progress of the banquet, opening the concert with the "Star Spangled Banner." General Edward O'Toole presided and acted as toastmaster, and introduced Rev Father Madert, who invoked the divine blessing. The menu was elaborate and nicely served, and discussed with a relish by all those present. When coffee and cigars were served General O'Toole introduced H. N. Favenson, who explained the charts and pointed out the record made by each department analyzing the figures in a most interesting way, this proving to be one of the pleasing features of the evening. The toastmaster introduced H. J. Shott, editor of the Daily Telegraph, who spoke of the "New Patriotism," of which the activities of the Red Cross, Red Triangle, Safety First Alliances and kindred organizations serving humanity in a useful way were manifestations. L. C Anderson, counsel of the United States Coal and Coke Company, was next presented and spoke of the liberality of the company in dealing with its employees and the loyalty of the men to the company, ending his address by emphasizing the importance of conserving human life and health especially at a time when the great war depended on our man power. H C Ogden, editor of the Wheeling Intelligencer, was next introduced and delivered an address on the underlying causes of the great war and duty of every citizen in this hour of the nation's need. He laid especial stress on the fact that this was not an eight-hour war, that the soldiers did not stop fighting at the end of such a period, and if we are to win we must all work more, give more, invest more, and in fact risk everything we own and have in the nation's defense. We should not expect in such a critical period of our history, when the liberty we enjoyed, when the privileges we loved, and the freedom of our children were at stake to make money. The first business of everybody is to win the war. Especially interesting was his review of the causes that led up to this nation being drawn into the conflict, and the inevitable result of German culture on the world if they should succeed in their efforts. He pointed out the treatment of the people in the occupied territory and declared that the atrocities there committed were a part of the German military schema to terrorize humanity into non existence. The war and its horror were nothing more than the expression of the teachings of the German philologists and universities and the military party such teachings have encouraged the desire for world domination. He illustrated in a pleasing manner many of his arguments and related some thrilling incidents of the struggle to point the mollusk of his address. Mr. Ogden's speech was brilliant with patriotic fervor, and stirred his hearers to applause time and time again. At its close Col. O'Toole introduced Father Madert, who spoke entertainingly convulsing his audience with his pleasing humor. Before presenting the next speaker General O'Toole spoke of the war, and the men who had fled from the oppressive governments of Europe to better their condition in this country and pointed out that America offered wider opportunity to men than any other country in the world, and these men and their children owed it the most fervid loyalty and devotion. It was the promised land of liberty and freedom and opportunity. Rev. Mr. Benton, pastor of the Methodist Church, was the next speaker. He spoke of the necessity of winning the war, and winning it quickly and the part every citizen, no matter what his calling might be, could have in bringing about that much desired result. At the close of his remarks the audience arose and were dismissed with a fervent prayer for the nation and its armies and its people. The affair was one of the most enjoyable of these annual occasions of the last eight years.—Bluefield Daily Telegraph COLORED PEOPLE DOING THEIR PART Report of Food Conservation Canvas is Made at Parent-Teacher Meeting Thursday. HUNTINGTON, W. Va., Jan. 11.—A food conservation canvass of the colored people of Huntington, made by the chemistry class of Douglass high school, shows that they are doing their part to win the war. Hampton Johnson, one of the chemistry students, reported the results at a meeting of the Douglass school Parent-Teacher association Thursday afternoon at the school. The twenty students in the class covered the city in districts and found 373 are observing special meatless and wheatless days and 99 held Hoover cards. From the 172 war gardens cultivated last summer by these families, 516 bushels of potatoes, 238 bushels of heams and 521 bushels of other vegetables were raised. And 2,667 jars of preserves were canned. The canvass also showed that colored people here have 463 chickens, 71 hogs and 12 cows. At the same meeting a discussion on proper dress for school girls was led by Mrs. Lucy Adams. An interesting paper on this subject had been read by Mrs. Emma W. Johnson. Mrs. Johnson treated the topic from the point of view of art, health and economy. Rev. A. D. Lewis gave a helpful talk. Mrs. C. E. M'Ghee reported that two local organizations had added contributions to the school sock fund. Special music by high school singers was a feature HON. L. C. HARVEY OF WYOMING COUNTY, PIONEER REPUBLICAN Visits Relatives and Friends in Old McDowell. Accompanied by Editor Swope, Visits Keystone and Northfork. It's a great pleasure as well as a great treat to meet with and shake the hand of a big hearted, whole soul, dyed in the wool Republican these days. For the past few days the good people of McDowell county have been favored with such an honor as to meet with and shake the hands of such a man as above described. His name is none less nor more than that big hearted, straightforward pioneer Republican known all over McDowell, Wyoming, Mingo and Releigh counties as the fearless, courageous L. C. Harvey, a political scraper from "Scrappersville" He is the father-in-law of Editor J. Buel Swope, our young but strong representative in the West Virginia legislature. Enroute to Northfork Sunday these distinguished gentlemen stopped in Keystone for a while and after beholding the ruins of the city as a result of the recent fire, they called at the McDowel Times office. Here we talked about the weather, the shortage of food and fuel, churches and religion, the war, its horribilities, its past duration and predicted its close and how. We delicately mentioned and very lightly refreed to "politics." Each expressed himself and challenged the other on his claim to republicanism more than that of the other. It was soon found out that this was the same Harvey who played such an active part in the three day conventional fight between Ex-Congress man James A. Hughes and Ex-Attorney General A. A. Lilly at Welch several years ago. He was also a conspicuous Wyoming county delegate to the state convention at Charleston, in which the great light arose over Swisher and Scheer. In each instance he stood pat and observed the will of his constituents. These gentlemen were not only interesting and interesting but they were very enthusiastic in expressing their belief in a speedy victory for this country over the central powers. And the fact that Hon. J. Bual Swowe is a chip of the old MURDERER CAUGHT IN PITTSBURGH Brought Back to W. Va. by Deputy Sheriff James Calfe KILLED A MAN AT POWATAN Four Years Ago, Making His Escape and Had Been a Fugitive From Justice Until a Few Days Ago. Back in the year 1933, at Powhatan, this county, one Porter Greggins shot and killed one Arul Marshall. The murderer escaped and since that time had been a refuge, prowling around like a hound, we presume, all over the country in misery, expecting every minute to be caught. Both men were colored. Deputy Sheriff Calfe, hearing of this murderer's whereabouts and knowing of his tragedy hastened to Pittsburgh with papers for the refugee. He was not by the Pittsburgh officers who were nice, polite and showed every courtesy possible to our West Virginia officer. The prisoner was delivered over, who does not deny having killed Marshall and order orders accompanied Mr Calfe back to McDowell county where he was safely led in Welch jail. HOW HE WAS FOUND While working in the Homestead miner of Pennsylvania Groggins and another man, also a murderer, became friends and agreed to be "chumna." This they did for a long while, but like all murders, they couldn't long stay friends and set altogether friendly. They fell out. Each had divulged to the other their past life while friends. They had told who when and where they had perpetrated their damnable desis. They were then "chumna." Least did they imagine the time to come to find them bite, enemies. But, like all murder, "it will out," they fell out, got mad, wanted to light. Thus it was they began to expose each other Groggins talked about his friend and vice versa. Groggins was heartened; had become to be fearless; he stood his ground. The news spread; disinterested men became interested. Had heard this terrible exposure of two desperados, murderers, tell on each other. They then saw and learned that these men were fugitives from justice. They immediately sought to have them arrested. Groggins' chum fled again but Groggin stood his ground; said he was not going anywhere. A warrant was sworn out for him, his arrest was made, the caliphrin placed in tail and word sent to the authorities of McDowell county and through our popular Sheriff, S. A. Daniels, Deputy Sheriff James Calfe of Eckman was sent for the murderer, who made a successful trip returning with him. WIVES' LEAGUE OF KEYSTONE WIVES' LEAGUE OF KEYSTONE A Public Benefaction, Only Four Years Old But Making Great Strides in Social and Domestic Reforms----Perfecting Better Understanding and Friendly Feeling in Community Life. The name "Wives League" ought to be and we venture is ordinarily suggestive within itself. This league was organized in the month of June, 1914, when a committee of ladies were requested by Dr. W. H. A. Barrett (beeing instructed by the Medical Association) to plan a reception for the State Medical Association which met in June 1914 in the city of Keystone. These ladies met at the palatial home of Mrs. Trula Bridgeford. While there Mrs. Bridgeford very timely and kindly suggested the idea that the ladies form themselves into a club. The suggestion was at once agreed to by each person present. They set about to do so and did it. Mrs Bridgeford was selected as the first president and gave themselves the name of "Married Ladies block, a typical Republican a man who speaks the language of a Republican, makes it very pleasing to any one to be in his presence. He is well informed on most gr at questionns, is interested in the progressive development of this county and state, wants to see men of ability and means ocpemy positions of wide importance and hopes firmly in a return to Republican control of this state. Minera, Coke Man and Laborers wanted all over McDowell CountyBusiness Openings. NUMBER 42 DR. GARFIELD, THE U. S. FUEL ADMINISTRATOR Relieves Fuel Shortage by Curtailing Exports to Europe HOME SUPPLIES COME FIRST Regulation is Needed Here, Says Investigator, Who Told Senate Committee Operators Were Boosting Prices. America's coal exports the coming year will be limited strictly to shipments to be used for war purposes and to those necessary in exchange for commodities the United States must have. In announcing this policy Fuel Administrator (carrier) declares that in no event will exports be permitted to equal in volume those of the year just ended. In view of the existing coal shortage and the great demand here, America must come first in supplying her industries and households with coal. Administrator (carrier) says. The Fuel administration has turned over to the War Trade board figures showing the amount of coal the country can spare and has sacked the board to exercise supervision over its distribution abroad. The amount available was not made public. Canada will be excerpted from the regulations and shipments to the dominion will be left in the hands of the Fuel administration. The new export policy of the United States means that England will be called upon to supply domestic users in France and Italy. Producers desiring to export coal to the allied countries must show that shipments are to be used for war purposes and must give to the War Trade board the names, in every instance, of the final consignes. Testifying before a Senate investigating committee in Washington, Clifford Thorne, employed by a public utilities board, declared that the profits of many coal dealers in the Middle West had been materially increased by coal prices fixed by the government, that many of them were making excessive profits, and that the public did not have sufficient voice in governmental investigation to gain data for price regulation. Relief, Thorn said, could be brought about only through two courses—Government opération of the mines or purchase of the entire output of the country. If neither course was adopted, lower prices could be made possible, he said, by the Government purchasing the product of small mines in which productive costs were high. WIDE DISCREPANCY IN PRICES. In the Illinois fields, some operators, the witness asserted, are receiving under Government prices 100 per cent. more than in 1906, when prices were considered high. He also declared there are wide price discrepancies in deliveries now being made, and as an illustration he said the Government was having delivered at Camp Dodge, Ia., 100 tons. Social Club." The first members were: Mesdame Trulia Bridgeford, Vieis Ramn, Helen M. James, Lizia Marshall, Ida Alexander-Whittico, Allen Parson, Einora Lampkin, Berta Simpson, of Keystone, James George and S. A. Viney, of Northlake, and Edna Harrison of Kimball. When they first organized their object was simply to effect a more friendly feeling among themselves as wives in the same community and to draw each other closer together as wives and through them their husbands and ultimately to make it pleasant for visiting friends in the city or near-by towns and cities. They further had for their object as we understand to annually banquet their husbands and to entertain sumptually each week among themselves and to do embroidering work. This, they did for sometime but finally began to take on new ideas and to follow out higher ideals to life. Since only married ladies were eligible to membership in this club they changed their name to that of "Wives Leave, having as their motto: "By perseverance we conquer." The club has considerably broadened in its views, its activity and its every day usefulness since its organization. They now do embroidering, crocheting, knitting, discuss current events and now they are on Stoddards Lectures using Norway as their first lecture, with Mrs. Harrison as leader of the discussion. These ladies have also been very conspicuous for their liberal contribution to the causes of charity and humanity in general. Among the many donations made by this club may be mentioned the following: re dollars to the Scott Street Baptist (Contained on Page Four.) Dr. W. E. Gray, on October 11, returned to training in New York, where he attended the funeral of his brother, Moses Gray. The deceased had a paralytic stroke and lived two weeks. Dr. Gray was reared by his deceased mother. The following is an extract from the Johnstown Tribune: Moses Gray, whose death occurred yesterday afternoon at the Gray home on Grant street, Sixth Ward, was born in Amelia County, Virginia, and came North with the 54th Regiment, P. V. J., following the surrender of Robert E. Lee at Appomattox Courthouse in April, 1865. He accompanied the Pennsylvania Volunteers under the late G. J. M. Campbell, as far as Stoyestown, and then went Lack to Bedford, where he remained until 1881. He then came to Johnstown to work in Rosesteel's tannery. Moses Gray was born in the State of Virginia in 1852 and was the son of Peter and Rebecca Gray, who resided for a number of years on plantations in Old Dominion. Mr. Gray was for 35 years a member of the Haynes Street A. M. E. Zion Church and was for 11 years Superintendent of the Sunday school. He was a charter member of Conemaugh Valley Lodge, No. 54, A. F. and A. M. He is survived by his widow, Mrs. Martha Burgess and a brother, William B. Gray, of Giatto, W. Va., where he is engaged in the drug business. The funeral will take place at 20'clock tomorrow afternoon from the Haynes Street A. M. E. Zion Church. Mr. Gray was President of the Church Board of Trustees for a long time. The services will be conducted by the Rev. D. T. H. Williams, the pastor. Burial will be made in Grandview Cemetery. Bridgeford Pharmacy a Credit to the City. For sometime the Bridgeford Pharmacy has been doing business in this city and each days finds it to be one of our few substantial business concerns. Dr Bridgeford, assisted by experienced and registered help all the time, wide awake, polite, consistent and fair in his dealing, has established an enviable reputation as a man who knows the drug business, and his large number of patrons feel that they will be treated perfectly safe when when buying from him. In fact, the Bridgeford Pharmacy is the boys' headquarters where every fellow delight to meet to discuss the war, smoke cigar and elucidate on the solution not only of the so-called race problem but is where they discuss every imaginable plan for the solution of all the social and political ills. Courtesy is his first and last concern. Polite treatment and a fair return for every cent in his store is his motto. No businesscern in the State can lay greater claim to the compliments of the day for sanitary exactness more than the Bridgeford Pharmacy. The best white and colored ladies feel at home and know they will be treated rightly when in this place of business. Male Members Give Ladies a Reception. Monday night of this week in Lord's new brick building, the male members of Moore's Success Council, No. 1080, Independent Order of St. Lake, gave the lady members of the same Council a reception. A large crowd was present including some invited guest from out of town. Special arrangement had been made to make everybody happy and comfortable by the Committee which was headed by Mr. J. H. Jones, the popular young business man with Mr. A. J. Calhoun. This Committee deserves the praise of everybody for their success. Refreshments were served. The following is the menu: Chicken salad, ice cream and cake, soft drinks and hot coffee, (Demitassee). Innocent games of varied kind were indulged in. The membership of this Council is about fifty and they are some of the best men and women in this and nearby towns. The ladies are very copious in their expressions of appreciation of so flattering a compliment at the hands of their brethren. The Council from the time it was organized has been making rapid progress at the hand of and under the never tiring influence of Mrs. Willie O. Moore. The present officers are Mr. F. E. Alexander, Worthy Chief; Mr. J. H. Jones, Degree Chief; Mr. St. Claire Moore, Financial Secretary; Mr. Morris J. Cabbell, Chapain; Mrs. Trinia Bridgeford, Treasurer; Miss Mabel Lazenberry, Recording Secretary; but after all, Mrs. W. O. Moore is and has been practically the main factor. IAEGER Lev. L. Epperson, who has been some what indisposed, is better. He made a trip to Graham and preached for Rev. J. B. Evans' people and reports a grand time. On the 13th inst., Rev. L. Epperson was at his post of duty at Havaco and preached two sermons and reports a spiritual time. We are always glad to have such men as Rev. Epperson in our midet. MRS. B. R. ADDISON. Read all the advertisements in this issue. It will pay you. Mr. and Mrs. O. R. R. Kirtley, of Red Jocket, were the guest of Dr. and Mrs. W. Vernal Bridford Sunday. Mrs. Kirtley will remain over in the city a few days yet. This is the ro. Winter we have experienced in 25 years. This is cold weather. Farmers say this kind of weather while strong sign for a favorable fruit crop and grain is very hurtful to cattle. Mr. W. H. Wade, of Roanoke, formerly of Eckman, dropped into our office for a few minutes this week and wished us success and left his substantial testimony on something besides empty words. We thank you brother Wade. Our old friend R W Harris, of Elbert, one of the oldest and most punctual subscribers we have and a man with a soul, mailed to this office his greetings and personal interest in this publication. Money is the thing that makes the "marrot" says an edage, and our friend Haris knows that and by that does he lives and wants the McDowell Times to live. The public schools are having quite a hard time these days on account of the extreme cold weather. Many children are kept away. Coal is difficult to secure, rooms hard to keep warm and many schools are having to shut down on account of the weather. :0: Word has just reached us of the return of Dr. W. B. Gray, of Giatto, from Johnstown, his home, where he has been for the past two weeks, having been called there at the death of his brother an account of which appears in another column of this issue. TAKES DINNER WITH DR. RODGERS Dr. W. L. Colson was in Bluefield Wednesday the guest of Dr. C. A. Rodgers with whom he took dinner. Mrs. J. A. Hamlin, of Raleigh, N. C., mother- in-law of Dr. Rodgers, is visiting her daughter, Mrs. C. A. Rodgers and son- law. There is no rubbing it out, Dr. Rodgers is one of the best hearted and all round "chappies" that every struck the city of Bluefield. ARGUE CASES BEFORE SUPREME COURT IN CHARLESTON. Attorney H. J. Caphart and his partner, Attorney A. G. Froe, have been in Charleston most of this week arguing several cases before the Supreme Court. They made the trip over the Virginia stopping over night Sunday at Hotel Dixie in Baleigh where they were looking after some other very important cases of a legal nature. They are very much rushed far time in that they have a heavy clientele to be looked after at the coming term of the Criminal Court of this county and too, their services have been engaged to look after a client in Pittsburgh, Pa., the last of this month. Glen White J. B. Wood spent several days in Bluefield last week Mrs. S. W. Haynes is on the sick list. Mr. Ben J. Hanner and family are home after spending the holidays with relatives in North Carolina. Mr. and Mrs. W. C. Bolden have returned from Appomattox, Na., where they spent the holidays. Mr. Robert T. Thornton has returned from Richmond, Va., where he took his wife for medical treatment. Mr. Harry Winbush, of Kimball, has moved his family in house No. 4 Mr. and Mrs. N. Harris entertained the Elizabeth Greenleaf Musical Club on Friday night. R. v. J. D. Coleman preached two sermons on Sunday. Mr. Carl Baker had the misfortune to have his foot slightly mashed last week by falling coal. Living Beauty Lodge, No. 102, K of P will initiate six new members on Tuesday night. Mrs. Anna L. Anderson was visitng at her old home at Beckley last week. Mrs. Nannie Coy visited her husband at Camp Lee last week where he is in training. Registration Notice For the City Election to be Held February 7, 1918. The authorized Registrars will register the voters for the city election between the hours of 7 p. m and 9 p. m, each night at the City Hall, beginning January 14 to January 24 inclusive. January 25, they will register from 7 p. m. to 9 p. m. All voters must be registered or they can not vote. W. H. MARTIN, ( ) F. J. MOORE, Registrars C. H. RICE Northfork, W. Va. REPRESENTATIVE OF Sinkford & Warren Embalmers & Undertakers BLUEFIELD. W. VA. Phone 217. Res. Phone 970 L. Harmonious, Successful and Without Friction Add Their Approval to Compromise Ticket. Thursday night, January 17, the Citizens-Republican Convention was called to order promptly at 9 o'clock by Dr. R. K. Braggier, Chairman of the Executive Committee, who called Mr. C. S. McFarland and Mr. J. D. Harper to act as temporary chairman and secretary respectively. The call for the convention was read by Mr. F. C. Bernard, secretary of the Executive Committee. On motion, the temporary organization was made permanent. The Chairman was empowered by unanimous vote to select the nominating committee. He named the following gentlemen: Messrs. F. C. Bernard, T. Zink, James K Smith, Alex Epps and J. D. Harper. After deliberating a few minutes, the Committee reported the names of the following candidates: For Mayor, Mr. W. E. Stuart; For Recorder, Prof C. E. Elliott; for Councilmen, Messrs. A. J. Stewart, M. T. Whittico, R. A. Bryant, S. U. Hyman and H. J. Caphart. The report of the Committee was adopted without a descenting vote. On motion, the chair was empowered to appoint the Executive Committee for the ensuing two years, and the following gentlemen were named: Dr. R. K. Bragdon, Clairan an; Hon. E. H. Harper, Secretary; Messrs. A. J. Stewart, Stewart, R. A. Bryant, I. Totz, C. S. McFarland and E. L. Rann. Before adjourning, the following gentlemen were called upon to make short addresses: Prof. C. F. Elliott, Dr. W. Vernal Bridgeman, Messrs. F. C. Bernard, A. J. Stewart, James K. Smith and M. T. Whittico. This was generally considered to be the most harmonious, straight forward, systematic intelligently conducted convention held in this neck of the woods in years. The convention was void of frivolities, political tommy rot or anything else that appeared to be little. Everybody was earnest, interested and enthusiastic to the core. If the future of Keystone is to be measured and prepared by the harmonious and friendly section of the participants in this convention, one may readily hope for and predict an unprecedented success. Soldier John C. Calhoun at Home on Furlough Speaks Well of Camp Lee Among the 200 colored boys in the first draft, Johnh C. Calhoun, son of A. L. Calhoun, was chosen. He was given a five days furthough last week, which he spent with his parent and friends at home. John C. has made a very favorable record at Camp Lee, having first been placed with the Engineers Department, afterwards appointed Corporal which is a non-commissioned officer ranking immediately under a Sergeant, who has charge of one of the squads of a company. He afterwards joined the Infantry, the 91st Co., 23 Training Battalion, there receiving the same training as any other soldier. He has been appointed first class private. He says colored boys are treated generally fair and reasonable as any one could expect. Some of the colored boys from all over the State have already sailed for France, not as regular soldiers, but to build railroads, help dig trenches and to do ordinary work. He says regular services under the direction of the Y. M. C. A. Department with addresses from able men are accorded colored soldiers just as the white. They have picture shows, magazines papers and books to read; athletic sports of various kinds are provided; that of its kind, the soldiers have a penty to eat, although better clothing might be provided. The colored fellows realize their own country is at war and that to win cells for fattish, patriotic and sacrificial service on their part as much as it does of the white soldiers and they are ready and willing to give that service. He returned to the the Camp Tuesday night in the best of spirits. GRAHAM On Thursday, January 10, the Home Mission Society met at the home of Sister Namie Brown. It was largely attended. We had a lovely meeting, and all enjoyed the delicacies of the season. O. Saturday, Mr. Isaiah Jackson fell and dislocated his collar bone and two ribs. While on his way to church Sunday morning, Rev. G. M. Dickerson fell and is suffering from the effect thereof. Pay your subscription the McDowell Times. Must be sold within the next few months Only three minutes walk from the Street Car line, fifteen minutes from the Court House--the very heart of the City. A TWELVE HUNDRED DOLLAR Public School Building has just been erected by the Beaver Pond School Board on this property for the education of colored children. The Appalachia Power Co. is running their lines directly through the streets of Augusta town and over the central part of this property which makes it the most desirable property for residence and business. These lots are 30 ft. front and 100 ft. back. Good water. Are going at the low price of ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS per lot. Reasonable Terms. For further information write or call and see Keystone, West Virginia. LADY OF VANDYKE SO WEAK FROM STOMACH TROUBLE COULD HARDLY WALK SHE SAID Terrible Attacks of Cramps Made Her Fear She Would Die. Took Simple Home Treat- Hasn't Had Cramp Since TELLS HOW SHE DID IT. "I suffered from stomach trouble for a year. I tried many things that were recommended but nothing did me any good. Everything that I ate hurt me and I would take spells of cramps that seemed so bad I didn't think I could live through them and I got so bad off I could not walk any were, not even across the room. Those terrible cramping spells were so bad I thought I would die and everyone thought I could not live. CERVA The World's Best Beverage Foaming, sparkling. A pure, soft drink. Has the taste of hops. 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People all over this state recommend Acid Iron Mineral. The beauty about it is that it is just the highly concentrated natural iron, cheaper, stronger and much better r f r people in need of iron. A twelve ounce bottle usually sells for a dollar and is a tonic, a lactic acid and it can't be equalled. It is sold only in original bottles and the trade mark "A1 M" on bottles and carton is the rocineodine Chemical Corp. guarantee of strength and quality. Most dragsters have it. Get a bottle today. Sold in Kegstone by the Bridgeford Pharmacy and good store everywhere Phone 61 KEYSTONE, W. VA. KEYS LOST; A good size bunch of keys lost with the name of J. E. Bolden on them. Anyone finding and returning same will be amply rewarded. J. E. BOLDEN, Appalachian Power Go man Or bring to the Times office and receive Reward. 1-11-14 SECRETARY and TREASURER CERVA The World's Best Beverage Foaming, sparkling A pure, soft drink. Has the taste of hops. Best for digestion. 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The object of this suit is to obtain from the defendant by the plaintiff a notice. A VINCULO MATRIMONI And it appearing from an affidavit now on file with the papers in this cause, that the defendant is a non-resident of the state of West Virginia is therefore that the said defendant do appear at the Clerk's office of the Circuit Court of McCowell county within one month from the date of the first publication of this order, and do what is necessary to protect his interest herein. And it is further ordered that a copy of this order be published once a week for four successive weeks in some newspaper published in McDowell county, the same house be posted at the front door of the court house of McDowell county for twenty days before decree is rendered. A copy. Teste: W. BURBRIDGE PAYNE, Clerk. J. K. Smith, P. Q. Order of Publication At Rules held in the Clerk's Office of the Circuit Court of McDowell County, on the first Monday in January, 1918. James E. Witten. The object of this suit is to obtain from the defendant by the plaintiff a divorce. A VINCULO MATRIMONII And it appearing from an affidavit now on file with the papers in this cause, that the defendant is a non-resident of the State W. W. Virginia, it is therefore ordered that the defendant do appear at the Clerk's Office of the Circuit Court of Mcbowl County within one month from the date of the first publication of this order, and do what is necessary to protect her interest herein. And it is further ordered that a copy of this order be published once a week for four successive weeks in some newspaper in Mcbowl County; and that a copy of the same be posted at the front court house of Mcbowl County for twenty days before decree is ordered. A copy. Teste: W. BURBRIDGE PAYNE, Clerk J. K. Smith, P. Q. Excelsior Hair Preparations The most complete line made in the State. Have no superiors on the Emer- ican market. 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Geston, of this place, writes: "I am a user of Theford's Black-Draught; in fact, it was one of our family medicine. Also in my mother's home, when I was a child. When any of us children complained of headache, usually caused by constipation, she gave us a dose of Black-Draught, which would rectify the trouble. Often in the Spring, we would have malaria and chills, or troubles of this kind, we would take Black-Draught pretty regular until the liver acted well, and we would soon be up and around again. We would not be without it, but certainly has saved us lots of doctor bills. Just a dose of Black-Draught when so well saves a lot of days in bed." Theford's Black-Draught has been in use for many years in the treatment of stomach, liver and bowel troubles, and the popularity which it now enjoys is proof of its merit. If your liver is not doing its duty, you will suffer from such disagreeable symptoms as headache, biliousness, constipation, indigestion, eye, and unless something is done, serious trouble may result. Theford's Black-Draught has been found a valuable remedy for these troubles. It is purely vegetable, and acts in a prompt and natural way, regulating the liver to its proper functions and cleansing the bowels of impurities. Try it. Insist on Black-Draught, the original and greatest. The stockholders of the Eldorado Gold Star Marine Company are now wearing that bonnet to goodness broad smile. The occasion of this smile is the fact that they have struck the greatest vein of ore on their properties near Searbight, Nevada, on the far-famed Opal range; ever discovered. This news comes as a joyful Christmas greeting to the many stockholders of this Company from their manager, Mr. S. J. Brown, who superintends the work of these properties. He communicated this intelligence by letter and followed it up by personally coming to the city to tell of the great strike. No man who knows S. J. Brown will doubt for one moment any representation which he makes. As a matter of fact many have blamed him for being too conservative, and while all along his faith in the ultimate success of the Company has been unshaken, for he knew that even with these prospects in sight it would ultimately be worth millions. This latest strike in virgin soil develops in one solid vein which runs from 6 to 7 feet in thickness and the deeper it sinks the wider the vein. This ore runs a minimum value of more than $45 and a maximum value of more than $114. The large body of the ore is of the maximum value, the strike is 40 feet down through this solid ore and is still being penetrated. This, theore, as can plainly be seen, passes the prospect feature and is a real mining proposition of the first water and even now its future possibilities can not even be conjectured for the reason that it assumes such stupendous and colossal proportions The California Eagle cor gratulates the stockholders on their success. We have always had an abiding faith in this venture, and have appreciated the great work of Rev. G. W. Shields, its president, and the execution of this great work of their indomitable secretary, Howard Folke, and also the splendid board of directors, consisting of Joseph J. Bunch, 6 P. Issacs, Charles G. Dunscombe, L. K. Roberts, Walter Perry, John W. Lewis, Andrew Hayman, Willis Storrs, and also the splendid auxiliary board which has been a bulwark of strength for the Company in the rough spots over which they have traveled, also the splendid work of L. E. Guest, who as fiscal agent for the Company has been a tower of strength. The Company will immediately begin the extracting and shipping of this valuable strike, and at the same time will keep up the work on the other parts of their properties and will present to the world the greatest business effort put forth by the colored people, which will mark a new epoch in the advancement of our people along business lines. HOTEL DIXIE At Raleigh, W. Va., is to be found Hotel Dixie under the management and popular proprietorship of our old friend, J. T. White, formerly of this county, who invites all of his old friends and acquaintances to visit him. This hotel is on the Raleigh Coal and Coke Company's operation whose general manager is Hon. Ernest Chilson. The colored jellows, in particular, say to a man that Mr. Chilson is their friend and a big hearted man; and when we say FRIEND we mean that he is their friend in the strictest sense of the term. He believes in helping rather than hindering. He seeks to make happy and to promote their interest. He stands for making ample preparations for the races educational, religious and material welfare. Hon. J. P. White, the assistant general manager, also stands out prominently for the best in man's welfare and shares the mutual goodwill toward colored men as does Mr. Chilson; and it is gratifying to note that the colored men have implicit confidence in their generosity. Hon. P. J. Broma, the general superintendent, takes a delight in throwing things the boys' way and to cheer them whenever possible. In fact, the Company's motto throughout its entire operation and control is to make comfortable and happy the men and women employed by them. Mr. and Mrs. J. T. White are fortunate in having such able and painstaking men at their back and to be so thoroughly their friend. The General Manager is also President of a colored base ball team and takes a delight in promoting the sporting side of the life of the Company's employees. MARRIAGE Liebman Our Specialty $15 $18 $20 Brothers Suits to Measure "TAILORS FROM THE CRADLE" Northfork, Gary, Kimball, Anawalt, W. Va. Cinci. O. STOTESBURY The colored people are still commenting upon how good the E. E. White Coal Company was to them Christmas. In addition to a complete dinner with the turkey as the guest of honor, presents were given to all and cash bonus distributed for service records in the employment of the Company. Some of our friends received altogether last year $33, $29 and $24, the amount depending upon the length of time employed. James Sowers got the chance to being the oldest man on the job. We wish to thank Mr. White for his kindness, but everybody knows that he treats his men fine, and these faithful men who have been here since the operation started ten years are only an example of the colored people's admiration. Mr Chas. Hosten has returned from his home in Buchanan county and says he did not see any six feet coal down there like he works here. From all sources the report comes that the Stotesbury men are doing better than the men any where else, as the car supply has picked up and we worked six ful days last week. Mrs. Gracie Hale has returned from the Beckley hospital where she underwent an operation, and she is doing nicely again. Members of the St John Baptist church held their regular services and Sunday school. The Home Mission me and transaction some very important business. The plans for our new church are completed and we understand that it is going to be second to none in this section of the state. The work be commence as the weather permits. We had a big fire here in the upper end of the town last Friday morning two houses were burned to the ground and practically all of their contents were lost. The fire started in the up stairs and only prompt actions saved the other houses. Mr. Rex went to Beckley the first of week for wedding license. Our new concrete arch bridge is now open for traffic and it is very looking as well as a servicable one. Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Monre have moved to their old home in Matoaka where they can be near Doc Lewis who is very sick and not expected to live. He is a relative of Mrs. Monroe. ARLINGTON The Galilee Baptist church gave the pastor, Rev. W. D. Chisholm, a $40 overcoat and the good people of McDowell operation gave him a $40 suit of clothes. He also received many other good and valuable presents including ties, handkerchiefs and shirts. The Sunday school gave him a shirt and Mrs. Mary Fuqua did the same. The church has called Rev. Chisholm for all his time at $70 per month. The Company has offered him the house of his choice and he will move to Rolfe. Rev. W. D. Chisholm has returned from Chester, S. C., where he attended the burial of his mother, Mrs. Louisa Chisholm. The people are crowding to Arlington and the church work is in splendid condition. The collection on the first Sunday was $13.28. JENKINJONES Please allow me a little space in your valuable paper to say a few words about the Christmas work here. The people had a nice time. They had two trees, one for the children and one for the old people Both were loaded down. The pastor also prescheduled for the second day and a greater Christmas sermon has never been heard here. The church presented to him for a Christmas present $28 and other nice things. May the Lord bless him to live long. It is our wish that the McDowell Times will have a prosperous New Year. LOST: A bunch of about 8 or 9 kegs. Same can be identified by one Yale key No. 176, also a N. & W. coach key on the bunch. Reward of $5 to finder if same is returned by Byrd Wade, 107 High St., Roanoke, Va. 1-11-tl. L (Continued From Page One.) Church, Bluefield, $40 for a publix to the M. Chapel Baptist church, Keystone, $15 to the Keystone Presbyterian Temple, Keystone, $5 to Y. M. O. A. campaign fund recently waged with such a flattering degree of success in order that the boys in the trembles might be protected. They donated to the Red Cross fund $5.50. They have given two baars, at one of which they made $55 and at the other they made $44. They brought into it. A quantity the noted locutionist of Clarksburg, W. Va., Mrs. Lutie Freeman tuck in order that our people might hear and see of West Virginia's own production. Each home of each member of this club is adorned with many beautiful pieces, the work the house wives have made since being members of the club. Their present membership is composed of Meadame N. V. Watkins, Algoma president; Ida Whittico, vice president; Helen M. Jamees, secretary; Truia Bridgeford, assistant secretary; Berta Simpson, treasurer; Elizabeth Drewry, Sallie Hill, Clara Abbitt-Smith Edna Harrison, E. B. Thompson of Kimball, and James George of Northfork The club is now federated with the national clubs, with Mrs. Ida Whittier as corresponding secretary to the State Federation of West Virginia, having been elected at its annual meeting in Charleston last summer. This club is now planning a donation to the Douglas Home in order that it may always be and remain in the hands of Negroes as their own property. They also have a handsome bank account, their first deposit being Meidame Simpson, James and Whitico. Mrs. Simpson is instructor in knitting, Mrs. Watkins in crocheting, Mrs. James and Mrs. Bridge-ford instructors in embroidering. They do not serve sumptuous meals any move on account of trying to economize and answer the crying need of food supply and at the same time to combat the unprecedented high cost of living. They make a specialty in and an attempt to remember those in their community who are sick by sending flowers and assisting in any way to help relieve suffering and to cheer the discordates. In fact the object of this club as we understand is to brighten up the hearts and homes of members and friends in the same community and right well are they succeeding. MARYTOWN Please allow me a little space in your value paper to say a few words about the people of this place They seem to be at their highest pitch in the way of church work. The church and Missionary Society are real active and they seem to think that they can not do too much for their pastor. They gave him many nice presents Christmas and some of the members money on the tree to the amount of $8.50. They gave $40 suit of clothes for a New Year's gift. May it be Lord bless this great people to do well. ELKHORN Everybody was highly entertained at the Birthday Party on Thursday night. January 10, at Grozer Odd Fellows hall by Mr. and Mrs. George Washington in honor of their niece, Miss Lillian J Ross. She received quite a number of useful presents. The patriotic napkins of red, white and blue were passed by little Miss Mariah Thornton and Miss Pansy Hairston. Refreshments were served in abundance and passed by Mrs. John Eansley and Mr. Booker Martin. Mrs. Eansley wore her red taffeta silk with black net, and Miss Ross was beautifully gowned in a blue burul skirt and crepe de chine waist. Among the guest were Miss Alma Mack and Mr. Julian Gilbert of the B. C. I. Quite a number was present and all were highly entertained. Miss Ross was celebrating her eighteenth year. She thanks her friends for the many presents she received. ELKHORN, WEST, VIRGINIA 3-30 '17 So much interest has been manifested in The McDowell Times campaign to keep up and increase the output of coal be both miners and operators that we have decided to conduct a coal loading and coke pulling contest on a wide scale and running from the 17th day of January until the first day of April, 1918, open to all miners and coke drawers in McDowell, Mercer, Raleigh and Mingo counties. Prizes are to be given by the coal companies acting together through The Times to the men loading the most coal, Alling the most coke and working the highest number of shifts from the opening of the contest until it closes. The number and value of the prizes will be decided upon by a committee representing the coal companies and the Times and will be published in this paper as soon as decided upon. The names of all miners and coke drawers participating will be published, and the names of the coal companies contributing to the prizes will be published. All miners and coke drawers who desire to enter the contest will fill out the blank below and mail to the McDowell Times at once; your name must be in not later than the 17th day of January so that the names of the contestants can appear in the issue of the 18th. Those who enter the contest must report each week to the McDowell Times on the blank below. These blanks will be filed and the standing of the contestants determined from them, but before the standing of the contestant is published or awards made the director of this contest will have the company for which the contestant is working to verify the weekly reports. Standing of the contestants will be published from time to time. At the close of the contest, miner, coke drawer, coal operator and the elitor of this paper will decide the winners. A write up and the cut of the winners will be published. Get in this contest at once and make more money by loading more coal and pulling more coke, then, you may be a prize winner. If you don't care to get in the contest do not let that keep you from signing the pledge to load more coal or draw more coke and work more regular in order that you may help your brother in the camps and trenches fighting your battles and undergoing greater dangers and hardships every day than you have undergone during your whole experience in the mines. It is your duty to work every day possible and do as much work as possible. You owe it to your country for your liberty, you owe it to your inability because you have the opportunity to earn more now than ever before in your life to buy that little home on the hillside and to educate your children - to become independent. Now is the time of your life, opportunity is knocking at your door at this minute. GET BUSY, HUSTLE, WORK, MAKE MONEY NO V. SIGN UP AND SEND IN YOUR BLANK TODAY. PLEOGE TO LOAD MORE COAL OR DRAW MORE COKE. I hereby promises to load at least one car of coal or draw one more oven of coke more each day than I loaded before my brothers left the mines for the Army, and I promise to take off only half as much time when I am permitted to work as I did before. further promise to cooperate with my employer in every effort to increase the production of coal on the nation this war. I do this not only out of love for you but in no more need nor may but as a tribute to the boys with former workers with me and to hasten the day when those boys live to return, may do. Get bookkeeper to fill out blanks below. Average No. of cars loaded per day in October...... Average No. of ovens of coke drawn per day in October. No. of cars loaded week of November 19...... No. of ovens drawn week of November 19..... Average No. of cars loaded per day in October ... Average No. of ovens of coke drawn per day in October ... No. of cars loaded week of November 19, ... No. of ovens drawn week of November 19, ... How many more than previous week? ... How many less than previous week? ... How many shifts worked? ... If idle one day or more, why? ... For the Company ... N. B. If a coke puller, make line through matter reel Fill out and mail to the McDowell Times, Keyston my ..... coke puller, make line through matter re and mail to the McDowell Times, Keystone N. B. If a coke puller, make line through matter relating to coal. Fill out and mail to the McDowell Times, Keystone, W. Va. FREE STYLE BOOK --- HAIR --- To Colored Women We are the largest manufacturer of Colored Women's Hair. Our latest book showing new styles in hair changes and free every colored woman should have one. We sell thou- sands of toilet articles. Satisfaction guaranteed on our stock. We make the best talkBrown STRAIGHT- ENING combs, with extra heavy back, fully gripped, and give you FREE. FREE, money order or stamp. MONEY BACK IF NOT SATISFACTORY. $15 postpaid. 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