Pittsburgh Courier

THIS PAPER IS NOW READ BY 10,000 COLORED PEOPLE. THE PITTSBURGH COURIER. PRESBYTERIANS CONVENE OCT. 26 Addresses on Timely Topics Will Be Delivered by the Clergy. HELD IN BEREAN CHURCH. An Important Session of New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland and District of Columbia Ministers, Elders and Laymen—Number of Addresses by Women. BY FRANKLIN F. JOHNSON. Philadelphia.—The eighteenth annual session of the Afro-American Presbyterian council will be held at Berean Presbyterian church Oct. 26 to 29, inclusive. The council is composed of ministers, elders and laymen in New York, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland and the District of Columbia. At the opening session of the first day addresses of welcome will be de- REV. DR. MATTHEW W. ANDERSON, D. D. livered by Rev. Dr. Matthew W. Anderson, pastor of Berean Presbyterian church and the principal of the Berean Manual Training school, and Rev. Dr. Joseph W. Cochran, secretary of education for the denomination. The response will be made by the retiring president, Rev. Charles S. Freeman of Jersey City. The annual sermon by Rev. H. G. Miller of New York will follow. The morning and afternoon of the second day will be taken up with discussions on various topics by Rev. J. T. Colbert, Chambersburg, Pa.; Rev. Charles S. Freeman, Jersey City; Rev. W. E. Griffin, Englewood, N. J.; Rev. Charles H. Trusty, Pittsburg; G. F. Hawkins, Bending, Pa.; Rev. Leonard C. Johnson, Baltimore; Rev. R. H. Armstrong Germantown, Pa.; Rev. James Carlie, Troy, N. Y.; Dr. T. C. Imes, Philadelphia; Rev. S. W. Johnson, Oxford, Pa.; and Rev. W. C. Browne of Goshen, N. Y., who will read a paper on "Has the Christian Church in the United States Been the Chief Factor in the Progress of the Afro-American?" Rev. Francis J. Grimke of Washington will read a paper on "The True Standard by Which to Estimate Individuals and Races." The discussion of the topic will be led by Rev. W. W. Walker of Carlisle, Pa. Rev. George S. Stark of Princeton, N. J., will read a paper on "The Practical Duties of the Ruling Elder," and Rev. Thomas H. Ames of Paterson, N. J., will present a paper on "The Needs of Beacon Manual Training School and Kindred Institutions." The discussions will be led by Revs. John B. Reeve of Philadelphia and James G. Carlisle. The first half of the session on the morning of the first day will be taken up with discussions and papers relating to work among the youth of the race. Those on the program include George F. Hawkins, Reading, Pa.; Revs. H. G. Miller, R. H. Armstrong, B. M. Ward, York, Pa.; Perry W. Sewell, Washingtonville, N. Y.; John W. Lee, Philadelphia; W. A. Alexander, Brooklyn, and E. E. Engleston, Newark, N. Y.; Rev. Dr. W. A. Byrd of Rochester, N. Y., will present a paper on "A Vigorous Propagation of the Work of the Presbyterian Church Among Negroes In the East, West and South" and Dr. Alexander will present a statistical report of the work of the church at the afternoon session. The evening session will be given over to the women, and Mrs. Charles S. Freeman of Jersey City will read a paper on "Woman's Influence In the Moral and Intellectual Development of the Race." Mrs. C. V. Anderson, M. D., of Philadelphia will open the discussion on the paper. Brief addresses on temperance will be delivered by Mrs. J. W. Lee of Philadelphia, Mrs. W. Edward Williams of Baltimore and others. At the morning session, Saturday, Oct. 28, W. Edward Williams of Baltimore will present a paper on "The Sincere Car Laws and Article.4. Section 2. of the Federal Constitution." Others who will take part in the program that day are Rev. F. A. Johnson, Pleasantvillier N. J.; Rev. T. Ev. B. F. Glasco, Atlantic City, N. J. and several others. A platform service will be held Sunday afternoon, the speakers including Mrs. W. H. Lawton, New York; Rev. H. J. Augustus Coxe, Westchester, Pa.; Rev. O. H. Bondfield, Elizabeth, N. J.; Rev. J. Francis Gregory, Bordentown, N. J., and Rev. W. W. Walker; Reva G. Leroy Butler of New York and J. W. Lee of Philadelphia will conduct evangelistic services at the closing session at night. REV. MESSER REPLIES TO PUBLIC STATEMENTS The Chairman of the Local Committee of the National Convention Speake: Much has been laid to the charge of the chairman of the committee concerning delegates not being sent to the different persons who paid for them. The chairman of the committee had adopted rules and regulations concerning homes for delegates and the persons who paid for them. To carry out these rules police protection was engaged. Rer Jas, Robinson was appointed chairman of the reception committee, being given fifty men and women to help him send all delegates direct to the main office at Luna Park, so that they might be assigned to the different homes. It required twelve months for the committee to make a selection of the best homes in the city for delegates as a result they secured ten to twelve thousand homes. The committee had also employed at the office at the park seven accomplished clerks who were in all readiness to assign the delegates to their various homes. They were there for two days to do the assigning and during that time only eighty persons came to be assigned to homes. To my surprise every person who came in as a delegate, when asked by the chairman to report to the main office and be assigned, said that they had already been assigned from the depot. I was still more surprised to learn through a police officer that Rev W. W. Brown, who was chairman of the Finance Committee, and whose duty it was to attend the main office in the watch receipts at the gates and incomes of all monies, was at the depot, assigning delegates to the homes of persons who had not subscribed for them. He was at the depot from Tuesday, staying all Tuesday night until Wednesday at noon. He was not seen at the main office at any time until Wednesday afternoon. This assignment of Dr. Brown's places the delegates in homes that are unknown to the chairman of the committee. And for this reason the chairman who had secured the best and most select homes in the city was compelled to make a refund of 25. cts to each person not receiving delegates; and having paid for them in order to help the local committee with its indebtedness, had to be made, the total amount of all refunds being $961.25. Rev. Jas. Robinson and Dr. W. W. Brown are so responsible for all the confusion to the committee and the people of Pittsburgh. Rev. Robinson, being chairman of the reception committee, had at his disposal fifty persons, and a police at each depot to help him see that no one interfered with the delegates except the local committee. Rev. Robinson had perfect regard as chairman, seeing that Rev. Brown was assigning delegates from the department, to notify the chairman that he was violating the rules or have him removed by an officer. The officers were placed there to arrest any one who was found interfering with the delegates except the proper committee; the proter committee being placed there with official badges so that the police might know them. The officers having same badges in charge. The police now says to the public that he has done nothing whatever wrong, and what he did was done in order to help the committee. I have been pastor in Pittsburgh for twelve years, nearly thirteen. I have so deported myself with the public, that my veracity means something and what I say is true and the public may be called on to speak. (Signed.) REV. T. H. C. MESSER. ULRICH'S ASSAULT ON BOOKER T. WASHINGTON The Trial Is Postponed Until November 6. New York — Charging that three of his witnesses had mysteriously disappeared in the past 36 hours, Attorney Moore, representing Harry Uirich, today secured an adjournment until November 6 of Uirich's trial on the charge of assaulting Dr. Booher T. Washington, the Nexto educator. The motion 6 adjournment was resisted by state law. Washington did not appear in court, though the district attorney declared he was in the city, and would appear when the case went to trial. COLORED YOUTHS EXPLORE THE SKIES No sooner does news come that a young colored aviator, C. Wesley Peters of Pittsburgh, Pa. has accepted an enquiry to fly an airship at the Georgia Colored State Fair to be held at Marion, Ga. from November 10 to 15, then it is learned that another young colored amateur astronomer, M. H. Miltion, from Mononzuela, Ga. discovered a new comet. At 4:45 o'clock on Tuesday morning 10:48 at a point 15 degrees above the horizon, directly in the east, in the constellation of Virgo, Mr. H. Miltion discovered the new wanderer. It has a brilliant head and a welldefined tail. In making the discovery he did not know that the same comet was really soon first on September 29 by a Russian astronomer located near St. Petersburg, so at the Allegheny Observatory he is given the credit of having made a genuine find. Mr. Hilton has a sister residing in Pittsburgh in the person of Mrs. Holland of Winslow street, East End. Work, Integrity, Tact, Temperance, Prudence, Courage, Faith. ELECTION-BLAMED FOR KILLING HUSBAND Mrs. Stinson Tells Story of Stabbing Weeping bitterly and telling the story between sons, Mrs. the Stinson, a negress, wife of Charles P. Stinson, Sr. testified to the killing of her husband by her 19-year-old daughter at the inquest held by Coverson Samuel C. Jamison this morning. Stinson was stabbed in the abdomen by his daughter. May, during a quarrel at their home on September 29. He died at the Passant hospital October 4. The daughter sat throughout the inquest dry-eyed. The mother at times was hysterical and frequently had to be comforted by the matron. Mrs. Amelia McCulloch. Stinson was a barber and musician. The wife blamed the whole affair on the recent election. She said that husband had been out electioning and that he returned home about midnight under the influence or liquor. She said that he started to quarrel with her and upbraid her for not being right there when he came home. The argument finally resulted in his striking his wife on the head with a chair, inflicting a scalp wound. When Stinson struck his wife the daughter smatched a butcher knife from the table and stabbed him. At the hospital before he received treatment in which he exonerated his daughter from all blame, and stated that it was entirely his fault. He said that he thought he would not die, but that if he did, his death would be due to tuberculosis. The coroner's jury recommended that the daughter, May, be held to await the action of the grand jury on a charge of murder. PUBLIC SENTIMETT IS AROUSED IN NORTH PUBLIC SENTIMETT IS AROUSED IN NORTH Startling Conditions Revealed in Alabama. Public opinion in the north is being aroused by Hon. Joseph C. Manning of Alabama to the startling conditions of the suppressed white and black south. He shows, for example, that in Alabama the crop mortgage system, by which the poor man must mortgage his household effects and his growing crops at ruline rates of interest to obtain supplies, puts him in the power of the mortgagee and leads directly to serfdom and peonage. Out of 700,000 children of school age but 200,000 white children, or about one-half, attend school. And of the 300,000 colored children only 80,000 attend JOSEPH G. MANKING. school, and the school term in the country districts and towns is only three months in the year. "This is not a race or black man's question," points out a committee which has taken up this subject. "It is a menace to the safety of republican government. It is futile to leave this matter to the south, where the only discussion of it tolerated is that side which fixes the evil more deeply upon the people. The way to reach the root of the wrong is through public opinion in the country at large. And it is to stir up public opinion that we appeal to you for a hearing for Mr. Manning, who is well known in New England for his capability, earnestness and fearlessness and many years of devoted service for all the people of the south. His aim here is to place the facts, which have hitherto been studiously suppressed, before the country and leave it to apply proper remedies. For the safety of the whole country we ask you to share this work with us." The committee that makes this appeal follows: Butter R. Wilson, Boston; Cement G. Morrison, Boston; Edgar P. Benjamin, Boston; John M. Burrell, Boston; Andrew W. Bush, New Bedford, Mass.; James H. Magnett, New Bedford, Mass.; Handy L. Duncan, Haverhill, Mass.; James E. Ars, Brockton, Mass. Haiti's New Minister to United States The Haitian government has recently appointed General Solon Henos minister to the United States, to succeed the Hon. H. Patus Sannon, whose official duties began with the Taft administration. Gigantic Statue of Lincoln to Be Presented to Native State J KENTUCKY, the state that cradled Abraham Lincoln, is soon to have a statue of the great emancipator unveiled in the rotunda of the capitol at Frankfort. The statue, designed by Adolph Alexander Weinman, has recently been cast in New York. The statue is the gift of John Breckinridge Speed, whose father was a personal friend and ardent supporter of Lincoln and was made attorney general by Lincoln in 1844. The statue is more than nine feet high. It shows Lincoln as he appeared in the later years of his life, a tall, commanding figure, with his face eloquent of the stress of the stormy period through which he had piloted the nation. WOMAN IS SHOT; OFFICER ACCUSED Alleged to have shot and wounded Mrs. Priscilla Finch, a colored woman, 47 years old, at her home, 757 Forward avenue, J. E. Burrows, a subpoliceman, was arrested on his beat early on Tuesday and the woman was taken to Mercy hospital. She has a bullet wound in the right arm near the shoulder. An information charging the officer with leonious shooting was preceded by Inspector M. Heyes. Allegation that the officer had been including in his actions toward the woman were made on Tuesday by Rev. J. E. Free, pastor of St. John's Baptist church at Sylvan and Malone streets. Officer Barrows is 52 years old and resides at 6024 Second avenue. He was recently appointed to the force, and that night was on a beat ter the first time in Forward avenue. There was a festival held at St. closed shortly after midnight, Rev. closed, shortly after midnight, Rev. Free walked home with Mrs. Finch, her daughter, her son and the latter's wife. The minister stated this morning that they met Burrows in Forward avenue, and that the policeman spoke, and then walked with them. When they had proceeded a short distance, according to Rev. Frye, he argues, he smelled liquor on the officer breath. He also alleged that Policeman Burrows tried to embrace Mrs. Finch. Rev. Frye stated that he warned the officer to leave, but that Burrows followed them to Mrs. Finch's home. There, according to the clerkman, Rev. Frye stood on the step, while the others went inside, and blocked the officer, who, Rev. Frye alleges, attempted to follow them into the house. The policeman is alleged to have become angry, and, pulling his revolver, to have fired one shot into the house, which took effect in Mrs. Finch's shoulder. He is then alleged to have fired several more shots. Luttenant Daniel F. Harmon arrested Burrows and took him to the Hazelwood police station. The policeman will probably be given a hearing when Mrs. Finch is able to appear. MARRIAGE LICENSES ISSUED DURING WEEK ECUMENICAL DELEGATES. List of Men Who Represented Their Respective Denominations. Among the distinguished men of the race who went as delegates to the fourth ecumenical conference, which closed a two weeks' session in Toronto, Canada, on Tuesday, Oct. 17, were: Bishops J. W. Gaines of Atlanta; Ga. R. P. Lee of Wilberforce, O.; W. B. Derrick, Flushing, N. Y.; C. L. Smith, Detroit, Mich.; L. J. Cappin, Philadelphia; Henry B. Parks, Chicago; Revs. A. H. Araway, Jacksonville, Fla.; L. R. Beede, Hannibal, Mo.; W. D. Cappelle, Allen university; J. M. Connor, Little Rock, P. C.; P. K. Court, Palestine, Tex.; John Hust, Wilberforce, O.; Joshua H. Jones, Wilberforce, R. L. Pope, Montgomery, Ala.; George Shaffer, Indianapolis, Ind.; R. R. Wright, Jr., Philadelphia; Messrs. Charles Banks, Mound Bayon, Miss.; J. C.urtis, New York; W. C. Emory, Macon, Ga.; D. J. Jordan, Kittrell, N. C. and C. Y. Rowan, M. D. Nashville, Team. Representing the A. M. E. Zion are Bishops J. W. Hood, Fayetteville, N. C.; C. R. Harris, Sallisbury, N. C.; C. R. Harris, G. W. Clinton, REV. DR. JOHN HURST. Charlotte, N. C.; J. W. Alstork, Montgomery, Ala.; J. S. Caldwell, Philadelphia; A. J. Warner, Charlotte, N. C.; Revs. R. R. Ball, New Haven, Conn.; W. A. Blackwell, Montgomery; W. H. Coffee, Philadelphia; S. L. Carrothers, Washington; W. H. Goler, Salisbury; J. S. Jackson, Philadelphia; F. M. Jacobs, Brooklyn; James E. Mason, Rochester, N. Y.; J. J. Smyer, Yankers, N. Y.; S. G. Atkins, Winston-Salem; Hon. J. C. Darcy, Washington, and G. L. Blackwell, Philadelphia. The delegates representing the C. M. E. church are: Bishops B. S. Williams, Augusta; C. H. Phillips, Nashville, Tennessee; C. F. Bower, Tocona, Ga.; J. A. Bray, Birmingham; H. E. Jones, Holly Springs, Miss; J. W. McKinney, Sherman, Tex.; T. J. Moppin, Nashville, Teen; I. S. Persons, Jackson, Teen; C. H. Toblas, Augusta, Ga.; from the U. A. M. E. Bishop Jacob Ramsey of Philadelphia. SUBSCRIBE FOR THE COURJER. $1.50 YEARLY. TUSKEGEE OPENS TERM BRISKLY Notable Increase in the Number of New Students. MAIN FEATURES OF THE WORK Famous Institution of Learning Begins Its Thirty-first Scholastic Year With Corps of One Hundred and Eighty Teachers, Covering Forty Different Branches of Industry. Tuskegee, Ala.-The Tuskegee Normal and Industrial Institute, Booker T. Washington Younder and principal, has entered upon its thirty-first school year. Every one of the forty different industries is now in full operation under the direction of 180 teachers and instructors, with an enrollment of 1,200 students as against 1,123 for the same date last year. Forty-two are enrolled in the postgraduate course as against twenty-six for the same date last year. Of the total enrollment to date 450 are new students. There is a perceptible increase in every department. Phelias Hall Bible Training school enrolled twenty-six as against twenty for the same date last year, with ten new students. The increase of postgraduate shows the very excellent work done by the public schools of Alabama and the growing demand for better trained teachers to take charge of the public schools of the state. Supplying this growing demand of the public schools of the commonwealth is one of the main features of the work of Tuskegee institute. To this end the institute has secured the most competent talent available and provided the amplest means. Professor J. R. E. Lee, director of the academic department, is authority for the statement that, generally speaking, the new students are making higher classes as a result of the good work done by the public schools of the state of Alabama and the other states from which these students have come. Consequently the outlook is bright for a better year's work. Major J. R. B. Ramsey, commandant, is well pleased with the general appearance of the new students and their eagerness to adapt themselves to the rigid discipline of the schools to the rigid discipline of the schools to the school of agriculture, which centers in Milbank Agricultural hall, is delighted with the outlook for his extensive department. The shops where the mechanical industries are taught, under the direction of Richard R. Taylor, are located in the Slater-Armstrong Memorial Trades building. This spacious two story brick building, with the sawmill, the boiler house, tool and storage rooms, occupies a floor space of 37,650 square feet. In this building Professor Taylor, head of the department, manages the trades in carpentry, woodworking, printing, tailoring, blacksmithing, wheelwrighting, harness making, carriage trimming, plumbing, steam fitting, electric lighting, architectural and mechanical drawing, tinsing, painting, steam engineering and shoemaking. Students in this department make bricks, saw lumber, build houses, make cabinets, shoe horses and do a hundred other things covering all the mechanical industries required in a first class city. The divisions of this department requiring the services of 550 students are taught by the best talent available, directed by Professor Taylor, who has had seventeen years' experience in the work at Tuskegee institute. What are known on the grounds as the "girls' trades" are taught in Dorothy hall under the direction of Mrs. Booker T. Washington, assisted by Dean S. H. Porter. Besides turning out last year 1,449 brooms, 123 mattresses, 70 mats, 484 curtains, 103 tablecloths, 203 badlands, 2,011 pillowcases, 123 window shades and 90 screenings, valued at $3,000, these girls do all the laundry work for the school, which means 1,500,000 pieces a year. Clinton J. Calloway, director of the extension department, makes the following statement: "The division of rural school extension work is now busy at helping the rural communities arrange for a more successful school year in 1911-12. The teachers are being asked to do all they can to interest the people in the county and fairs and to assist in the demonstration work, especially where the colored demonstrators are at work. "Dr. Butterjack of the general education board and Dr. Rose of the Peabody fund have recently inspected some of the work of the extension department and express themselves as being much pleased with the progress made in the way of getting the colored farmers to have better schoolhouses and to strengthen their school terms. "The extension department has been instrumental in influencing one county during the year 1510-11 to raise $7,600 to go into public school building and lengthen public school terms." The division of research, consulting chemist and experiment station, under Professor George W. Carrier, and the care of buildings and grounds, by D. A. Williston, director, are now in full operation, with an increased number of new students. J. B. Washington, postmaster. Tunkegee institutes posthouses, says that he handles 82,000 places of mail in age month. FIVE CENTS A COPY Idea, of Ire T. Beyant, Secretary of Sunday, School Union, is to Build Up First Class Primary in Nashville and Book Store in Philadelphia to Reduce Debt. BY GEORGE FRANCIS KING Knoxville, Tennessee. For several years the printing department of the A. M. E. church at Philadelphia has been a topic disposed by thousands of members of this infinitive denomination for racial split. From Maine to Florida and every section of the country, because the liabilities of this department have been heavy for years and the indebtedness is authoritatively asserted to exceed $30,000, remedies for the present financial life are being advanced. The publishing house at Philadelphia will be a potent factor at the quadrennial conference of the church in Kansas City next May. Ira T. Bryant, secretary of the Sunday School union of the church, a man of ripe business experience and possessing a peculiar ability, assuring of success in managing large movements, has made the department of Sunday union of his church an unprecedented success. Four years ago at the general conference in Norfolk, Va., he was elected secretary of this department. And he has become the cynosure of the eyes of laity and clergy of his denomination. Contrasting his success with the state of affairs of the primary in Philadelphia, which is said to be heavily in debt and has been so for many years, there has been treated a tidal wave for the merging of both houses with the printing of the church being done in Nashville, Tenn., where the printing establishment of the Sunday School union is located. This plan has been discussed at all the conferences by practical and successful men, who were considering the pertinent feature of the next quadrendial conference of the church. The conferences that will be held this winter will, as others have done, send men who are greatly interested in conserving the best interests of the general church and making the publishing affairs of the connection a success, as have been the achievements of Mr. Bryant, who has given his church and the race the only Negro house making its own type and borders. It is now being claimed all over the connection that under the conditions of the A. M. E. church or any other similar movement for the uplift of the Afro-American folk it is absurd to attempt to create a tangible movement producing sufficient revenue to make the proposition a success anywhere except below Mason and Dixon's line. An official in the church in discussing combining both plants under a single management said in part: "A single management of our two houses simply means that the work will be so divided that best results will be obtainable. A single management for the two houses would mean that all work the book concern could not handle would be sent to Nabvilte, where our own boys and girls are employed. Then there is a class of work, such as calendar making and fine cut work, etc., that could be got out to better advantage in Philadelphia. The plans are being discussed favorably in all parts of the connection. Professor J. M. Avery, a prominent layman and assistant manager of the North Carolina Mutual and Provident association in Durham, which has had phenomenal success due to the integrity of the officers and their ability to manage large undertakings and which is the greatest Negro insurance company in the world, says: "Why not accept Bryant's proposition to build up in Philadelphia a first class bookstore and in Nashville a first class printer under one management? Some may say that this would be a mere experiment, but most all other denominations are operating on a similar basis and succeeding. Then, too, Bryant, a practical man, is a man who knows his business and has more than fulfilled every promise made in the past. He has run the union without the children's day money, has installed and paid for over $10,000. worth of improved machinery, has given us the best literature we have ever had in the history of the church, and, on the whole, he has done more than his friends ever dreamed he was capable of doing." Professor Nman E. Page an Educator Professor Iman E. Page. whose official connection with the University For Colored Youths at Langton, Ohio. extends over thirteen years, is one of the best known educators of the race. Mr. Page is a graduate of Brown university, Providence. B. I. He was for many years president of Lincoln institute, Jefferson City, Mo. The school at Langton owned up property when Professor Page took charge, but under his able management it now has a property valuation of hundreds of thousands and a government deedment plot worth over $398,000. The investment of students for the over $398,000 was ERIE NOTES (By Margaret J. Kittrell.) The St. James A. M. B. b. church has secured the service of William Catlin as christier. Mr. Catlin was formerly christier of the famous Greenburg chiefe. They have also secured the service of Mrs. Nella B. Phillips, formerly of Pittsburgh, as the leading supporter of the church. Mrs. Saddle Write, Alice Callens, Mrs. Margaret Kittrell and Henry Hardy. The concert that was given by the Stewardess' Board on Thursday evening was well attended and a neat sum was realized. Mrs. Etta Johnson is in the city visiting her parents. She is the house guest of her daughter, Mrs. Bertha. Harding of Myrtle street. Mr. and Mrs. A. Margaret Kittrell and Mrs. Johnson on Sunday, October 16, in honor of their son's recent marriage to Miss Cora Mulligan. The wedding took place October 10, 1911, at the home of the Bride's sister and brother-in-law, Mrs. and Mrs. Ray Alexander. At the handsomely appointed dinner covers were laid for fourteen persons, the members of the two families; Mrs. and Mrs. Ray Alexander. From outoftown, she is a sister of the groom and residues in Franklin. Pa. Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Bladen were the recipients of many useful and beautiful presents. They will reside a few miles out of the city at what has been familiarly known as "The Bladen" homestead. Rev. Joseph N. Gibbs will preach his farewell sermon on Sunday evening. All are cordially invited at 7:45 p.m. Dr. Gibbs will leave on Tuesday morning for conference. Mr. and Mrs. S. Mackey of Glarnd, Pa., were in the city visiting friends, Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin Lawson entertained on Wednesday in honor of Mrs. William Brown of Youngstown. Monongahela Monongahela Rev. A. Smothers prescheduled a soul-stirring sermon on Sunday morning to a very attentive audience. She told the Old Lady Hobber of Pittsburgh and Ms. Sarah K. Barber of Chicago, were visitors at the parade on Monday. Rev. Smothers is winding up his third year with good results. The interest of the Allen Christian College students. There were twenty-five present on Sunday evening. S. E. McPherson, L. J. McPherson, and his son spent Sunday in the city at home of Mr. and Mrs. Washington. Mr. and Mrs. Tapiace visited the Grand theater last Thursday. Do not trust anybody for Courier as agent must report in full weekly. —(Manager.) The manager of the Courier would like to hear from Richard Jones, former agent at once. Want to hear from Richard Jones, former agent, at once. —(Manager.) GREENSBURG October 8 was a great day in the A. M. e. church. It was the celebration of the Brst Woman's Day ever held in Bethel. The morning services were in charge of Mrs. Mary Stokes, and those who assisted her were Medesames Augusta Stokes, Ella Truman, Jennie Jackson, Clara Dickson, Mama Dena Smith, Nathanael Williams, Mama Quise Stokes. The evening services were in charge of Mrs. Virginia Nicholas and those assisting were Medesames Julina Logwood, Louise Tyree, Emma White, Ella Truman, Ema Halkney, Mise Laura Swan. A solo was rendered by Mrs. Ida Williams and duet by Medesames Edith Collection and we taken up by Medesames Jennie Jackson and Martha Denna. The users were Katy Brown, Martha Duckey, Daisy Swan and Nellie Hackney. The day was one long to be remembered. Mr. and Mrs. William Nicholas and niece, Mies Belva Harris, were Expo visitors on Thursday. Mrs. William Hamlin and daughter, Mrs. William Hamlin and son, were in Carnegie on Friday, the guests of Mrs. Kate Bullock. Mrs. James Monroe and daughter, Miss Mary, were the guests of Mrs. Wm. Lewis last week. Mrs. Anna Swan entertained Rev. and Mrs. Goggins and family at dinner on the 16th. L. Black superintendent mechanical department *Evening Journal* of Washington, la. was the guest of J. N. Hackney this week. This was Mr. Black's first visit ecat. MONESSEN, PA. MONESSEN, PA. (By Jullln Smith.) Mrs. Ilea Checkeam of Grant avenue, is visiting friends in Canonsburg, Pa., for two weeks. Ollie Butler was visiting in Washington, Pa., on Sunday last. Mrs. Thomas Mason and Mrs. White of Cadix, O., and Mrs. Williams and Mrs. L. V. Springs of this city, dined with Mrs. W. F. Jones on Monday morning. Jno. R. Lucas of Meadville, Pa., is visiting his son A. A. Lucas and daughter, Mrs. J. M. Phillips, for a few days. O. P. Jones, who is employed by the Pullman Company, visited his brothers and friends here the past week. B. W. Murphy, also in the Pullman service, visited friends here this week. The I. N. W. G. met at Mrs. Hattie Turner's home last week. Mrs. Hattie guests, the hotel, and the honor guest. The ladies of the guild doing a grand work. It is known an one of the leading auxiliaries of the A. M. E. church. They meet on Wednesday of each week at its members homes. Thursday evening, October 19, they will start to hold house meetings every two weeks after the above date. On October 28 they will give a chicken and waffle supper in the lecture room of the A. M. E. church for the benefit of the trustees. Supper 25 cents. Those industrious and faithful ladies have pledged themselves to the benefit of the trustees to liquidate the debt of $900 that is against the church. Let us all put our shoulder to the wheel and help. Adapted. "Ah," said the persistent housema- der as he crept up on the happy and unmischievous fly burning at the window, "this is the pace that kills!" CORBELLSVILLE Mrs. S. R. Smith has returned home after quite a pleasant visit to Meadville. Her son A. J. Smith, returned with her. Mrs. Eva Gardner of New Castle, is visiting the home of Mrs. A. Sam Wood. Sally Taggart, who has been confined to her home the past week under the care of Dr. G. W. Gallagher for a severe case of tonsillitis, is much improved at this writing. The Coke City lodge of I. B. P. A. O. E. of W., No. 126, of Connellville, Pa. turned out in a body at Payne A. M. E. church last Sunday evening to show his love of said church. Rev. T. Taggart of his local services to the church and community, during this conference year. Rev. Taggart is unable to express his heartfelt thanks and appreciation to this grand and noble organization and if he is not returned to this charge for another year he will say "Long live the Elks and ever will they live in his memory." Made a short and impressive address, made a short and impressive address, must just先过 the close of service. The Household of Ruth. No. 746, held a musical at Mt. Zion Baptist church on Thursday. Mrs. Alex Ennis and daughter, Miss Gunie and son and son Abel, Mrs. Enoe Fox, Mrs. Harrison and Mrs. Lavada Burd attended the funeral of Miss Nettie Fox of Brownville. Mrs. Chanie Strange has returned home from Winchester, Va., being called there by the death of her grandmother. Mrs. Hickman Hickman and Mrs. Blanche and son William of Scottdale, were the guests of Mrs. Albert Thompson on Sunday. Mrs. William Johnson was a business caller in Scottdale on Saturday. The Ladies' Church Aid society of Mt. Zion Baptist met on Friday afternoon at the home of Mrs. Jennie Jones on Connell avenue. George Strubbs has been confirmed to his home several days. Alonzo Scott, assistant baggage-mat at B. & O. station, was in the call on friends a few days recently. Miss Eleanora Harris of Banning, Pa. was the guest of Mrs. Katie Williams for a few days. Mrs. Elizabeth Wormack has been very ill at her home for several days. Rev. J. H. Brown filled the pulpit for Rev. R. Wilkerson at Mt. Braddock on Sunday event. Cooper, Mr. and Mrs. Brown of Vanderbilt, attended the Eik sermon at A. M. E. church on Sunday evening. Sunday is the last Sunday in this conference year when every minister that belongs to the A. M. E. conference will preach his farewell sermon and we hope that our pastor, Rev. T. Taggart, will be returned. The Highland Baptist church of North Side, Connellville is holding a week of prayer. All members and friends are invited. Rev. C. J. Well pastor. Mrs. Ethel Jordan was the guest of friends in Pittsburgh on Sunday. Brownsville, Pa. --- Rev. S. P. West of Clarksburgh, W.V., spent a few days in town last week. On Tuesday evening Rev. Wet well delivered an excellent address to the students of the "Value of a Word," Mrs. Barber of Chicago, Ill., and Mrs. Deweye of Youngtown, O., were visitors at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Thoe. Sorels last week. Quite a number of relatives from Connellville attended the funeral of Nettie Fox last Thursday, spent Sunday afternoon with Mr. and Mrs. Ellis Redmond. Miss Caroline Robinson of Pittsburgh, spent a few days with Mrs. Louisa Mossett last week. Rev. M. A. Dyer preached a grand sermon last Sunday evening, subject, "The Modern Dane. After the funeral." The pastor of the pastor by Robert Lamon. A few weeks ago Mr. Lamon and Louis Florence, two well known men of our town, who are not members of any church, took up subscriptions and secured the sun. They certainly deserve much credit. Next Sunday at 11 a.m. Rev. M. Reynolds will preach his farewell sermon, subject, "The Church in the Home." At 3 p.m. the Sunday school will hold a platform meeting, 7:45 p.m. will be a sacred concert after which a good work will be cordially invited. The Gipsey drill and feast of seven tables was well attended on Monday evening. The church and tables were beautifully decorated. The feast which was conducted by Mrs. M. Dyer, assisted by the Gipsey girls, enjoyed by the girls. Tillie M. Moneestad, spent a few days with her mother, Mrs. Nancy Florence, last week. We are pleased to inform our friends of our success in securing two lots in the Hatfield plan, one and one-half miles from Rice's Landing. We have decided to build a house on one lot in the near future. We are holding shares at $2.00. Now is your chance while they are low. Next meeting October 23 at Mt. Loban Baptist church. Rev. A. S. Lomax, secretary and agent; Wm. Anderson. Wanted—Sewing by Mrs. E. Pettigrew; will go out by the day, 500 Second street, Brownsville, Pa. SCOTTDALE PA SCOTTDALE PA (By Blanche Moore.) Mrs. R. Hill was spending a few days in Pittsburgh the house guest of Mrs. C. Williams. Misses Burk and Jones of Connellsville the guests of Miss Bertha Warmack on Sunday. Howard Jenkins of Blairsville, Pa. Is a business caller here. Mr. and Mrs. John Pace and Mrs. Rev. J. W. Polk of Unionton, Pa. was here on Sunday as the guest of James Warmack. 140 Grant street. Thomas Brown is still on the sick list. Morning Star Baptist Church. Revival was well attended this week at the Morning Star church. Christmas evening. The pastor Rev. H. H. Oyston invites everyone to attend HOMESTRAD HOMESTRAD Mrs. J. R. Wilson of Twelfth avenue entertained at dinner Mrs. Tumbuli of New Orleans, Mrs. C. P. Hardy of East Liberty, Mrs. Woods of Charleston, W. Va., Mrs. Nellie Wilson of Wilmington, John W. of Youngtown, who has been the guest of her sister for some time. Mrs. James Meyran of Wilkinsburg was the guest of Mrs. Wilson, Tuesday. The Misses Madeline and Pearl Cox took dinner with Miss Dale Dooley Sunday. The Misses Harry Gaines and William Gaines of Washington, Pa., and Ulysses Mills were callers on the Cole sisters Sunday. Bessie Browne of Munhall Terrace is calling in Virginia on some business. Miss F. E. Bassett of Orange, N. J. is the house guest of Miss Ida Winbush. Mr. and Mrs. Thompson of McKeenport and Mrs. Jackson Walker of Munhall, Pa., were callers in Mr. and Mrs. George Simme of Twentleth Homestead Gets Honor From Braddock. Homestead was well represented in the elecronical prize contest at the Corey Avenue A. M. E. church, Braddock, Pa., when Miss Lizzie Robinson won a gold watch as first prize. George King of Turtle Creek was the winner of the prize, Mr. and Mrs. George Richardson of Twentieth street, on Sunday. The Carnation club will hold a Halloween party on Halloween, at which time all members are requested to be present. Mrs. E. Casey delightfully entertained the ladies of Homestead at the home of Mrs. Gellett, Tannahill street, Pittsburgh, October. The regular business was over a short program was rendered. Mrs. Rolls of E. J. Moore club, East End, gave a good talk on the work and also on her trip west. Recitation by Mrs. Gellett, "Autumn and Full"; also a very interesting paper by Mrs. Sorter, subject, "How We May Become Better United." Mrs. P. J. Blackburn, B.C. Caskman and Mrs. represent the aid's Aid in Braddock at Mary C. Hamilton's Embroidery club on Thursday night last. The meeting of the ladies of Home-stead will be announced later. Next Sunday will be the last Sunday in the conference year and the services in the Gladden A. M. E. church will be in keeping with the occasion. The final meeting will be in the nature of a social Monday evening. The speeches will be in the nature of a sociable, at which time five minute speeches will be made by persons representing the combined boards of the church, and the S. S. will furnish the music. BEAVER FALLS BEAVER FALLS (By Eva Holmes) All are cordially invited to attend the musicale to be given at St. John's A. M. E. church, West Bridgewater on Tuesday, October 24, where a fine program will be rendered by some of the best talent of the valley. Rev. Charlie Wheeler, accompanied by Rev. Charlie Wheeler, were entertained at dinner on last Monday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Moody of Morado. Miss Lucia Moses of Rochester is the guest of friends in Washington. Mr. and Mrs. J. C. West and the Misses Sara Law and Norine Webster attended theittsburg Expo-terior Fair. The musicale given at the Second Baptist church of Rochester on last Thursday evening was quite a success, both socially and financially. Each number on the program was responded to in a creditable manner. Rev. J. M. Wilkes of New Castle was a visitor last Friday of Rev. S. Connery, Mrs. Gerritt Wade of Connery, and Beaver Falls visitor on last Monday. Don't forget the Halloween social to be given at the A. M. E. Zion church, West Bridgewater, on Wednesday evening, October the 31st. Mrs. Lee Belmont, who has been a Rockster, is able to be down stairs. The Revs. S. C. Honesty, J. M. Wilkes and H. T. Newman were calling on friends in Rochester last Friday. The social given by the ladies of Wynne shape A. M. E. Zion, New Brighton last week was well attended. All who were present had an enjoyable time. The many friends of Miss Elizabeth Brown of New Brighton are glad to learn that she is still improving. Miss Brown has been quite ill for several weeks. Mrs. Bessie Viverette of Chester, W. Va., who has been visiting her sister, Mrs. Robert Beau of Sixth avenue, New Brighton, has returned home. Messrs. George Waldon, Clyde Perry, and John Auhorn were callers at the evidence of Mary Beau on last Sunday. J. C. West of Rochester left Saturday for Philadelphia where he spent Sunday with Charles A. Webster, leading Temple University of that place. Union services at the Baptist church, Bridgewater, were largely attended. This church is making fine contributions with Rev. Tyler as leader and pastor. Fred Clark of Beaver Falls spent Sunday in East Liverpool, the guest of Alfred Parmer of Beaver Falls, who has been to Detroit on a visit to his son, Alfred Jr. has returned home. Alfred Jr. has returned home. a Beaver Falls caller on Friday. (By Mary H. Workman) Rev. Dr. Howard, formerly pastor of the Presbyterian church, delivered a very interesting, as well as instructive sermon on Sunday evening to a large audience in the Franklin Street A. M. E. church. The subject was "It is Dangerous to Forget God." The ladies of the Church of St. Mary's society evening meeting at the house of Rev. and Mrs. J. S. Smith for the election of new officers. The choir of the A. M. E. church will hold an old oldship concert in THE COURSE Mr. Straughness of Washington, Pa. is spending a few weeks in town. Remember the annual conference is near at hand. NEW CASTLE The corner stone of Bethel A. M. E. church was laid on October 8 with very impressive ceremonies. The Gant choir of Youngtown O. turned turbid excellent music to David Davis, Rev. G. L. Smith, Rev. J. H. Whalen of the First Baptist church were present. Dr. Whalen delivered an excellent sermon and made the appeal for subscription. Rev. D. V. Bentley gave one of his speeches to the expressive man held the corner stone. It seemed very right that Rev. Bentley should, as a finish to his five years work in New Castle, lay the corner stone of Bethel A. M. E. church, for he had given such a speeches to the expressive man held the corner stone. E. that his leaving is much regretted by officers and people and they all pray God's blessing on whatever he may take up in the next year. Too much cannot be said of the pastor, Rev. H. E. Smith, and he hands he worked right along with his trustees in building the foundation wall. October 19 being the fifty-ninth natal day of Reims Johnson, Mrs. R. Johnson gave a splendid seven course dinner in his honor. Mr. and Mrs. D. W. Dilges, Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Dery, Mr. and Mrs. Tilma, Mr. and Mrs. He received many beautiful presents and all left wishing him many happy returns of the day. C. Rhinehart and Misses Mary and Irene Rhinehart of Franklin, Pa. were calling on friends last week and also visited Eastbrook Home. Mrs. E. Gibbons and Miss Lacy of Beaver Falls, were guests of Mrs. L. Tilghman and Mrs. Johnson of Sabbath and Eastbrook of Harold 'Fisher of Pittsburgh, was the guest of the family. The friends of Mrs. Chancey Staunton sympathise with her in the loss of her niece, Miss Nettle Fox of Brownville, Pa. who died at the home of Mrs. Louisa Mossette. Many of our people attended the state convention last week and in the parade on October 12 many of our own men took part. Misses Tilma and Thomas were guests at Mrs. las斯 Rev. Watkins of Bedford, Va., was the guest of Mrs. R. Johnson. Mrs. Clark and Thomas of Chester, A. Guest of Mrs. R. Johnson. Mrs. E. B. C. West of Sharon, also Mrs. A. Fletcher of Chicago, is visiting her son and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. C. Fletcher, K. B. Hackett, Jr., is attending an auto school in Pittsville. Union Baptist Church Rev. Jas, Frey delighted his hearers last Sabbath with two interesting and instructive sermons using for his morning theme "God's Architects," and in the evening "God Remembers Our Sins No More." The four captains are actively engaged this week in their efforts to be held on Sunday, October 22, 1911. Next week a series of meetings will be held during the entire week. Noted divines of the city will have charge of these services each evening. Rev. Anderson of the Second church, will preach at 3:45 on. rally day and his chair will furnish the minister at that hour. A cordial invitation is extended to him. Wesley Pannett of Court street, has returned from Baoberton, O. Miss Cora Cornwall is visiting relatives in Pittsburgh. Will Stewart of Franklin, is spending some time with his parents. Jas. Miller of Covington, Va., is visiting Mrs. Alice Hart of Beaver street. Mrs. Maria Richards of Chase City, Va., is visiting her brother, Geo. Finch of Moravia street. SHARON, PA. (By Hazel Flemon.) Mrs. C. Brooks, Mrs. Charley Danks and Mrs. William Danks visited Greenville. Pa. for 50 years. Books Smith of New Castle, spent Sunday with Mrs. Thomas Dillard. Mrs. Nelson Sears of South Sharon, who has been sick is not much B. W. Howard representing the Betterware Pottery Company of Zalneeville, V. O. visited Sharon, South Sharon, of his company. The Ladies' of the A. M. E. Zion Sewing circle have changed the meetings from Thursday to Friday afternoon. Rev, and Mrs. West attended the convention at two weeks last week. is visiting her grandparents, Rev, and Mrs. West. Mrs. Turner of Little Washington, is visiting her son, Warren Turner, of Hamilton avenue. Elgin Adriatright visited Youngstown Mall on night. A birthday party was given in honor of Rev. Coleman of South Sharon last Thursday. Quite a number were present from Sharon and South Sharon. The evening was very pleasantly spent in games. Rev, and Mrs. West presents, among them a beautiful Bible. The A. M. E. Zion Literary society is improving right along under the leadership of D. J. Hill as president. Five dollars and forty-three cents was realized at their last meeting, members and visitors are always welcome. Rev. Hurd occupied the pulpit at the A. M. E Zion church on Sunday night and preached a very interesting sermon. We will be our first quarterly meeting and Saturday night quarterly conference. Our new presiding elder, Rev. W. H. Pringle, will preach Sunday morning and at 3 o'clock the holy sacrament will be administered. Messrs. Jones will be taking their home on Vine street on Saturday night, for the benefit of the church. Nature's Workings. If you are looking for the original blown bottle Cold Proposition, find the man that always jelled "Fill 'em up again" in the days when he was young and in his prime. He is the one genuine Tight Wad. If you need help, for the love of humanity as well as yourself, been away from him. WASHINGTON Henry Comedy, proprietor of Washington's leading restaurant, is home from at two week's trip in western cities. Mrs. Robert Miner of Forest avenue has returned from a visit to her mother at Pittsburgh. Miss Mary Williams has returned from a pleasant visit at Erie, Pa. Miss Edith Moore, who is studying for a trained nurse in New York with her sister, has returned with her sister, Mrs. Nathaniel Bush of this place. Mrs. Frances Gross returned at Monday from a two week's stay with her daughter, Mrs. Wm. Hays of Sharon, Pa. Mrs. Maranah Wayne and son John of Sharon, are spending a few weeks in Sharon. Miss Augusta Flanigan, who has spent the summer at Parkersburg returned home last week. Mrs. Anna Gaines of Wheeling, who has spent the past week with her sister, Mrs. J. P. Hayden returned to her home last Sunday evening. Joseph Delphi of Pittsburgh, was a Sunday of Mr. and Mrs. John P. Hayden. Rev. J. M. Moses and family who have been visiting Mr. Moses' parents, Mr. and Mrs. Tracy, returned to their home at Harraburg the past week. Clinton Skinner was a visitor at Wheeling, W. Va., last Sunday. Mrs. H. K. Kelly and son who are spreading two weeks with Mrs. Kelly's mother, Mr. Proctor, of near Indy. Wiesa Wailers of Pittsburgh, attended the fall festival at Odd Fellows hall last Tuesday. Miss Mary McCurdy of Sharon avenue, who has been quite ill the past week, is slowly improving. Rosa Thomas, the little granddaughter of Mary Shearer, is fifty five. Wm. Washington of 37 Erie street, was badly injured last Monday while delivering groceries for the H. W. Brown store, and will be unable to work for a while. John Wesley M. E. Church. On last Tuesday evening October 12 the Washington and Jefferson club gave an ice cream and peach social. Wednesday, October 11, the Woodson and Propps club served a chicken and waffle supper. Thursday, October 12, Ware and Thompson club served dream and cake and Friday, October 18, the Thompson and Hill club gave the feast of the five tables of the benefit of the building fund of the church. Rev. and Mrs. W. E. Jefferson have taken the second test in teacher's training with an average of 100 per cent. Etta L. Washington, superintendent of the Sunday school, was a delegate to the State Sunday school convention at New Castle last week. She reports the convention as one of great inspiration and will her report on the school next Sun- St. Paul A. M. E. Rev. I. J. Askew, the pastor, delivered two excellent examples to appreciative audiences. In the Sunday school missionary day was observed and a pleasing program rendered. On Thursday chicken and waffle supper was at the church which was that success. Next Sunday morning being the last Sunday of the conference year, communion will be observed and all members are urged to be present and also all delinquents are urged to bring up their assessments as conference convenes at Cancunburg next Wednesday. For Mite Mission Society held their regular meeting on Wednesday afternoon at the house of the superintendent, Miss Eva Brooks. After routine business a light lunch was served by the hostess. The prayer meeting band of this church led by Wm. Miner, held successful meetings at McGovern recent- Social On last Thursday afternoon, between the hours of 2 and 4, Mrs. Anna Bolden entertained about 70 of her friends at a reception at 5:30 p.m. The house decorations were couches and afters with potted plants used in profusion. The guests were invited to the first dining rooms where prayer was offered and luncheon served. Then they were invited to the second dining room where refreshments were served. Mrs. T. J. Askew entertained at dinner last week Rev. J. M. Moses of Harrisburg and Miss Lulu Moses of Rochester, Pa. A large crowd from Youngdun and other nearby towns attended the Odd Fellows hall last Tuesday. 4 Wedding Bells. Washington society was agreeably surprised last week when news was received of the wedding of Fred D. Johnson of this place and Miss Eliza Bethiner of New York. The groom is a son of the late T. R. H. Johnson who waes for years科院 of alwhang ington county to always residre he. He is a graduate of W. & J. college and is employed as better carrier at the local post office. Mrs. Johnson is also an aide of this place, but for a number of years has resided in New York. The impy couple returned to Washington last Friday and joined the wedding of Johnson's residence on College street, where they are receiving congratulations from hosts of friends. LEETSDALE. PA (By Rose Howard Lee) Mrs. John Williams entertained quite a number of guests in honor of Mrs. George W. Allen of North Side Saturday evening. Music and cards were the diversions of the evening. Messrs. J. T. Nailor, Edward Grice and Edward Newman, Jhare have left Leedsale to make Cleveland their future home. Leedsale wishes them all the success possible. They are with W. W. Wells, a superintendent has taken on new life and has a very encouraging attendance. 10 a.m. is the hour for convening. Parents, come out and bring the children. (By John William Wiley, Jr.) The Battlefield, inaugural church on Monday opening, October 16 by Rev. J. R. Saunders, on the wharf, "Get Up and Get It of the Future Prospect of the American War to its capacity, there hardly being standing room. Prof. Reed, the noted blind piano player and singer of Chicago, Ill., also Deacon Casey of Pittsburgh, assisted service poems, assisting Saunders with their blessing selections. Born to Mr. and Mrs. Frank Ekins of Christy Park, a baby girl. Mother and daughter are selling nicely. Mrs. Edward Watery of Beaver stair in supporting from a severe attack of enoplasty. The whist party given at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Mack was a success financially and socially. There will be a grand concert given at the Bethlehem Baptist church on October 31, under the auspices. All are cordially invited to attend. Wm. Taylor has the heartfelt sympathy of the entire community in his bourn of bereavement. His home has again been added by death. Just one month ago his wife was taken away and on the 18th. The interment took place on Thursday in Versailles cemetery. Church Announcements. Services at the Bethel Baptist church as follows: Covenants-meeting at 11 a. m., Sabbath school at 2 p. m., communion school at 3 p. m., Rev. J. R. Samdens, pastor. All are cordially invited. (By B. D. Oliver.) The Afro-American Civic and Protective Union held its its annual meeting for the election of officers and the following officers were elected: S. D. Oliver, president; W. E. Montgomery, vice president; John W. Walker, Jr., secretary; John W. Walker, Jr., Adam Golden, treasurer; Thomas Moon, sergeant-at-arms. The board of directors to be appointed later by the chairman. Mrs. Edith Banks has been confined to her bed for the past two weeks with tonalilin. Ulysses Clark is on the sick list and has been unable to work since July 23. Mr. James Burton, who has been visiting friends in Ohio for the past three weeks, returned home on Friday last and reports having had a very pleasant trip. Mr. Smith wife of Prof W. H. Smith of Bryon street, is suffering from a nervous case of acute indigestion. The Boys' Brigade will meet on Thursday night, October 26, to organise. Now is your time, boys. Get in before the book closes. All boys from 10 to 20 years are eligible to membership and two companies are asked for in McKeesport. "Geo. Simmon of Pittsburgh; has again taken up his residence in McKeesport. The best way to keep posted on the doing of the race is to read the Courier. Why not have it delivered every week? See S. D. Oliver, 1118 Market street. Canonsburg, Pa Canonsburg, Pa (By Cella A. McGee.) Mr. and Mrs. Sampson Collins have moved from Cecil township to Cecil street, Canonsburg. Antionette McGee and brother, Charles, visited Mrs. Aldridge in Pittsburgh and attended services at Myle street on Sunday morning. Mrs. and John Dump have moved from Elm street to West Pike street. Geo. Collins and Charles Brown of Pittsburgh, visited the Misses Walls last Sunday. Mardin Mosby of Washington, was a Canonsburg caller on Sunday. Margaret Walls is spending a few days in the country at the home of C. Davis. Ralph Hayes of Pittsburgh, spent Friday at Saturday at the home of his cousin, Mrs. Floyd Rose. Mrs. Marshall and Miss Alice Turner, and sister of Pittsburgh, spent Sobbath very pleasantly with Mr. and Mrs. Wyatt Turner of Elm street. Mrs. I. B. Henderson and sister, Mrs. Ida Brown, were business callers at Westland on Saturday. Grant Pearl was a Cansonsburg caller on Sunday. Mr. Daniel left on Sunday morning for Foothill, Ore., where he will visit his father. Mr. and Mrs. Lee Durham and Misses Blanch and Margaret Walls were Pittsburgh callers on Tuesday. John Walls was a Pittsburgh caller on Saturday. Mrs. Winn, Wm. Wheeler and Mrs. C. Wheeler were Pittsburgh callers on Wednesday. ELIZABETH Mrs. S. B. Bryans is visiting her daughters, Grace Davis and Mrs. Anna Rideout of Charleroi, Pa. Mrs. D. B. Scott and Miss Elizabeth F. Scott were guests of Mr. and Mrs. John Lee of McKeesport on Friday. Don't forget the shoe social given by the Ladies Aid society on October 25th. Everybody must have on a large shoe that night. Presiding Elder Rev. D. S. Bentley could not be here on last Sunday, so he will presach at Allen chapel this coming Sunday. Mrs. Bryans entertained on last Saturday by Bryans in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Luke J. Davison, who have recently been married, and Mrs. Mary E. Brown of Philadelphia, Pa. Mrs. Mary E. Brown and Mrs. Adeline Bryans were guests of Mrs. Ruth Anderson of Clairmont, Pa., on Friday of last week. Mrs. House and Miss E. F. Scott were guests of Mrs. Catherine Martin on Thursday. Work and Prayer. Work with all your might; but trust not in the least in your work. Pray with all your might for the blessing of God; but work, at the same time, with all diligence, with all patience, with all patience, with all patience, and work. Work and pray. And still again pray and work, and all this the dawn of your life—George Muller. of buying this shower call and see my list before deciding, and if I haven't what you want I'll get it for you. FIRE AND ACCIDENT INSURANCE MORTGAGES Phone 6528-J Hiland Good Business in Good Location in Spreadable. Jacob L. Phillips Houses Per Rent, For Sub and RENTS COLLECTED BAGE ADJUSTMENT ESSAYS ON THE MIGRATION IN AMERICA You May Talk to One Man But an advertisement in this paper talks to the whole community. Catch the Idea? The Courier is For Sale by the Following Arents Thos. H. Harrison, 1216 Wylie ave E. K. Thumm, 1490 Wylie ave Jessie Harris, 909 Wylie ave. Mounts Old Book Store, 602 Wylie ave. Mr. John Peterson, 1613 Franklin st. W. S. Miss Blanche Mayhew, 1123 Charlottes ave. N. S. City. 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Another white policeman, recently appointed to protect the public, has used his gun without justification. From the accounts thus far given, it appears that the officer was clearly "off his beat." He is said to have followed, a Negro lady to her home, and after being refused entrance to the house, pulled his gun and fired into the open door of the residence of the lady and wounded her in the arm. She is at the hospital, and the officer under arrest. We shall await the outcome of this outrage. JUSTICE HARLAN DEAD. Justice John Marshall Harlan is dead; a Nation mourns, and a brilliant, fearless defender of a true Democracy has passed from the conflict. It is but fitting that the Negro race in deference to our departed, defender, how its head in Anselmus-like deference to him whose noble work has ended, but whose spirit must abide among the affairs of men forever. The name of this great spirit must forever be associated with the history and progress of this country; for the laws of the land bear marks of his mental touch which time can never erase. The leading cases of the country stand out in bold relief because of the spirit infused by the eminent Justice, and many cases of National importance must become immortal because of the sweeping dissenting opinions of the bemourned Harlan. We cite the more important: The Income tax decision; the Prohibition case; the Employer's Liability case; the Civil Rights cases, in which the Justice stood alone from his associates and for the principle as his matured intellect dictated; the recent Trust cases, and the issues involving the Thirteenth, Fourteenth and Fifteenth amendments to the United States Constitution. In these cases of great importance, his dissenting opinions stand out free and unalloyed in defence of the law as written upon the books, than which he declared is no law. A character like Justice Harlan appears upon the scene but seldom and too much importance can not be given him and his work. We join his host of friends in declaring him one man who dared stand on the side of God and principle regardless of popular sentiment of the criticism of an uncharitable press. Harlan, the man, has gone from, but his spirit still abides. DR. POWELL LEAVES EUCLID. After a protracted stay at one of the best charges in the City of Pittsburgh, Dr. Powell leaves Euclid Avenue church to take up duties at another assignment, yet unknown. Wherever the good bishop may assign Dr. Powell, and we hope it will be somewhere near us, there will ever linger at Euclid a fond and loving memory of the man who has done so much for the church and its people. The life of Dr. Powell while he has been with us has been all that the high calling demands. No one could deny him this well deserved honor, and certainly no one will have reason to even doubt his right to clasm it. There is a constant call for just such men as Dr. Powell, has shown himself to be, and the example set by the departing pastor will be exceeding hard to emulate by any other than a Christian gentleman. Our best wishes go with Dr. Powell. W. H. LEWIS AGAIN. President Taft saw fit to appoint W. H. Lewis Assistant United States Attorney, General. This in itself bespoke the high place which Mr. Lewis held in the estimation of the Prest dent of the United States, to say nothing of the many endorsers of the appointee. Some democratic white men offered the name of W. H. Lewis as a candidate for membership in the American Bar Association. This was the fatal "straw," and it proved too much for the gentlemen who are enslaved to race prejudice, and they entered a strenuous objection to the membership of Mr. Lewis. There is little doubt that some one is slightly piqued at the appointment of the Negro to such a high position, and the best way to resent it is by registering a protest against the color of the man, certainly it is not against his fitness, for the President has passed upon that. Well, if some of our white brethren are not fatally infected with *polarophobia," then the standard of intelligence of the white man is rated far too high. REMOVE THE TENTH CAVALRY. An investigation is in order. These Negroes are wearing the Uniform of Uncle Sam, and if they are conducting themselves improperly at Fort Allen, certainly Uncle Sam ought to know about it. If, on the other hand, they are doing justice to their duties, and honor to the uniform, then let the protests registered against them be threshed out to the last analysis, and the colored men placed in the proper light before theils superior officers. In almost every phase of life the Negro is put on the defensive, and we must do something while we may, or stand forever condemned in the future for criminal inactivity. But whatever we do, let our appeal be directed to reason rather than to measures calculated to make matters worse. METROPOLITAN HAS FIRE. Just when Dr. Holder was about to cancel the longstanding indebtedness of the church and put the mother church of Western Pennsylvania Baptist on a secure basis, fire breaks out in the edifice and misfortune thwarts his purpose. The misfortune comes not only to Metropolitan, but to the community at large; for certainly there is not a Negro in Allegheny County who would not make a special effort to help the mother church in the hour of distress. The loss sustained is estimated at $2,000. This burden, it well distributed, can be carried without embarrassment to any one. Let us put in our subscription early and help Metropolitan make the necessary repairs to her beautiful edifice. Jacob Plowden, a Negro who pleaded guilty to a charge of having assaulted a white woman, was fined $2,000 and sentenced to the Western Penitentiary for a term of 22 years. We take pleasure in adding our approval to the action of the Court. This kind of Negro is a detriment to the race, and the law should be given full sway. "A Negro has been elected to City Council in the City of Nashville, Tenn. Dr. S. P. Harris was the successful candidate to succeed Hon. J. C. Napier, who filled the position with credit. More power to the Negroes of Nashville. BLAÇKBURN TO SUCCEED POWELL. We learn from good authority that Euclid Avenue church has declared in favor of Rev. P. J. Blackburn to succeed Dr. Powell, who leaves the congratulation this fall. Rev. Blackburn has all the necessary qualities to recommend him and we are heartily in accord with the choice of the people who were intelligent enough to know what they want. Certainly the good bishop will yield to the will of such an intelligent; body, and favor them with a man so thoroughly qualified for the place. Rev. Blackburn has made his way by his clean methods and upright living in this community; and he has similar endorsements from every community in which it has been his lot to serve. A NEGRO DETECTIVE. Thus to the promise made to the Colored Protective League some time ago. Hon. Wm. A. Blakeley, District Attorney of Allegheny county, has just appointed J. E. Hudson, a Negro, as County Detective. This is in recognition of the political value of the Negro voters of the county and meets the hearty approval of the Courier. LOCAL NEWS Captain C. W. Posey spent a few days in Paskersburg, W. Va., the past week, where he is superintending the building of a boat Mrs. Emanuel Jackson of South Side, who has been taking the baths at Mt. Clemens hotel, Mt. Clemens Mich., for the past four weeks for rheumatism, has returned home much improved in health which her many friends will be glad to hear. Her daughter Lizzie, granddaughter Maiss and Mrs. Robt. Jackson of Charles street, returned with her. Mrs. Jackson has been able to sleep in bed since her treatment which is something she has not been able to do for years. Six years were required to perfect the musical comedy "At Shady Beach," which will be produced at Odd Fellow Hall on Tuesday evening, October 24. Robert A. Lewis wrote the book and Lyron and Arthur-L. Boyd and S. Nelson Arter arranged the music. This original Pittsburgh production is clean, laughable and tuneful. The chorus is strong and well balanced. Mrs. Fannie Jackson, lyric soprano, has the leading female role, and Clarence White is the leading male character. Twenty-one people will perform. The curtain and scenery used were painted by John W. Anderson, Jr. There will be a fancy dress and masquerade, reception given by the Mercedes club on Halloween night, Tuesday, October 31, at Arcade hall, Highland and Center avenues. Good music from S to 2. Committee—James Brown, Hollis Reed, Edw. Crawford, Geo. Cole, Jr., F. Cooper, Raymond Jones, Wm. Lovett. The club will furnish clothes and face masks free. WANTED—By a young man of experience, work as machinist or anything pertaining to automobiles; best of references. Address R. A. B. 1847 Center avenue. Practice football by the Delaney Rifles begin Monday and continued every night during the week. Several promising new men are on the field, and an earnestness displayed by the boys hitherto not shown is manifest. Arrangements with Wil伯力force for Thanksgiving have almost been completed and a suitable enclosed field will be used for the contest. In connection with the game and dance following an active movement is on foot for the Wil伯力force Alumnae to make of this occasion a reunion, and a large enthusiastic demonstration is hoped for. For further information watch these columns. TO LET—Three rooms, bath and finished attic, 37 Beltzhoover avenue. Apply to John T. Henderson, 39 Beltzhoover avenue South Side. The annual donation day of the Home for Aged and Infirm Colored Women, Lemming avenue, East End, Pittsburgh, Pa., will be celebrated Wednesday and Thursday, November 15 and 16, 1971, in the usual manner of welcoming friends with their donations and by serving refreshments. The home will be open to visitors from 11 o'clock a.m. to 10 o'clock p.m. m. each day. First evening, a concert consisting of the talent of the old ladies of the home, will be an interesting feature of the evening program. Second evening, the boys orchestra of the McCurdy Presbyterian mission of Avalon, W. P. Branson, superintendent. Luncheon will be served during the day and evening of each day. The bazaar hall will also afford pleasing and useful attractions. The management would not conceal from friends the fact that the increased cost of living, and no additional state aid demands our closest financial efforts. Believing in the loyalty of friends we again spread our tables and look for the guest. Admission free, lunch 35 cents. Take Lincoln avenue cars and get off at Lemming avenue. Mrs. M. A. Richards, president; Mrs. M. V. Brady-secretary; Mrs. T. M. Tate, chairman. The members and friends of Keystone Temple No. 1, S. M. T., are invited to attend a social and supper at the residence of Mrs. Lucinda Carter, 1640 Duff street, on Monday evening, October 30. Supper will be served from 6:55 p. m. and during the evening there will be refreshments in abundance. Wanted—We have too much house-room; there are just two of us. We won't leave the house, so we want a man and wife or a woman to occupy one or more of these rooms. Centrally located, modern conveniences, telephone, near street cars; price moderate; main point is congenial people. Inquire McB., Courier office. Miss Emma Topson, a student at the Margaret Morrison Carnegie school conducts a fancy work class at her residence, 55 Morgan, on Saturday afternoons, at 3 p. m. Young girls desiring to take up this work are invited to attend. Ten cents per lesson is charged. Colored voters of the Fifth ward have succeeded in nominating William H. Thompson for school visitor at the primaries on Saturday, September 30. Mr. Thompson's name will be on the Republican and Summer party tickets in the November election. All the colored organizations of the ward have selected campaign committees that will spare no bhest effort to successfully elect him. Mr. Thompson needs no introduction, having through his own efforts succeeded in building up one of the most successful colored grocery stores in Pennsylvania. Would like to see H. L. Dentines formerly of Blairstville, Pa., at the Counter office at once—(Manser.) DR. R. H. MORRIS. The trustees of Brown Chapel church held their closing meeting of this conference year on October 10, 1911. A set of resolutions were presented by one of the members of the board, commending the successful labors of Dr. Morris for the present year's work, and the earnest request to their good Bishop, W. B. Derrick, for the return of their faithful and energetic pastor for another year. It was read and adopted unanimously by the trustee board. On last Sabbath morning Dr. Morris and his good wife were asked to leave the auditorium for a few minutes and then the same set of resolutions were read by Thomas M. Moore, one of the oldest trustees of the church to the large congregation that was present and it was unanimously adopted. Every one rose and stood upon his feet for the return of Rev. Dr. R. H. Morris to Brown Chapel church. Presbyterian week at Grace Memorial Presbyterian church begins on Monday, November 6. A chicken and lamb dinner will be served from 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. The North Side Lodge No. 124. I. B. P. O. E. of the World, will give their first reception on Monday evening, October 30. at Odd Fellows hall, and a royal good time is promised to all patrons. John R. Puipress and his daughter, THE COURIER. DR. BISHOP'S MOUTH AND TOOTH WASH hardens the gums, purifies the mouth and assists in arresting the progress of decay. BELL PHONE 2251-R GRANT. Office Hours—Daily—9 a. m. to 2 p. m.; 5:30 p. m. to 9 p. m. Sunday 2 p. m. to 4 p. m. Miss Dorothy, spent a day in La Trobe, Pa. this week, as the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Chas. James. Still they fall! Colonel R. G. Shaw Post 206, Grand Army of the Republic, has lost another of their comrades in the death of Comrade Ennis Galter, who will be laid to rest in the soldier's plot in the Allegheny cemetery on Tuesday, October 17. The old boys of Post 206 are getting to be very few and the Sons of Vets are rallying to the post in a way of helping us to bury our dead. A mad dog owned by Joseph Evans of Francis street, bit several people in that neighborhood. The animal was captured on Monday morning by Mrs. Fannie Bell of Francis street. The reward bell $5. The son Mr. and Mrs. Aiken was bitten by a rabid dog on Monday evening, October 9. He is rapidly improving, the wound having been centered. The sister of Henry Bradford died suddenly two weeks ago in West Virginia, where he went to bury her. He has returned to his home in this city. Joseph, Williams was visiting in Pittsburgh, Sunday week, from Houston, Pa. William Adams of Ridgeway street, after a four-months visit in New York, will return to Pittsburgh on October 20. Any notes to be put in the Courler can be left at the home of Miss Gertrude Belt, 50th Francis street, city. There is quite a little real estate being offered for sale. Why not look in our add column? Mrs. Archie Almond of New Castle, was the house guest of Mr. and Mrs. C. H. Hardy of Sedgwick street, North Side, for a week or more. There were a number of parties to be given in her honor, but she had to hasten to Johnstown, Pa., to be at the bedside of her dying father, Mr. Almond of Johnstown. Their minds probably infamed from witnessing motion picture shows, it is said, two Negro boys. Theodore Moore, aged 14, of 14 Horton street, and "Buzz" Scott, aged 13, of Wylie avenue, near Wandless street, have run away from home while under the impression that they were being chased by officers for taking lumber used in building a shanty. Mrs William Moore, mother of the older boy, is greatly worried over the disappearance of the boys. The many friends of Policeman Philip Kelly, the popular night guardian of the lower Wylie avenue district, who was shot last Monday night in Sachem alley and taken to the Mercy hospital, will be glad to hear that he is out of danger and well on the road to recovery. George Smith of Cambridge Springs is visiting in the city. He is kept busy renewing old acquaintances. George Elliot is serving the county this week as jurman in common pleas court No. 1. John Denning has just returned from Bowling Green, Ky., the home of his parents, after a four weeks' visit. Dr. J. E. Brown of the East End, has just returned from a jaunt to New York city, where he took in the first game of the championship series in addition to completing his business errand. There will be a social entertainment given at Mrs. Alice Jackson's residence, 4427 Penn avenue, for the benefit of the Fairfax baby home, Monday evening, October 23, 1911, from 9 to 11 p.m. Under the auspices of the trustees, the many friends of the Homewood A. M. Zion church, East End., are hereby informed that this members of the church, with the aid of the well-wishers of their success, have planned a harvest home entertainment to commence October 22 and to continue for days and evenings, with a grand display of fruits and vegetables as nature grew them, and an artistic show of prepared and ready for use as mother used to make. Mrs. Honner Allen, the president of all the committees, is a chairlady of bread experience and she has appointed her aids from those at her disposal that is a guarantee of success in each department. We will not attempt to tell in detail of the good thinks we have planned an secured to please your desire, but surface that if you will only come to our call, that at every session you will unaidably prepared to satisfy your needs. Sunday morning our new pastor will preach. Rev. J. M. Davis, a young man of excellent qualification; Sunday evening a grand sacred concert, especially prepared, composed of addresses, essays, solos, duets, instrumental and vocal, quartet and choir music, so arranged that no one will have time to take a "map." Committee on arrangements—Mrs. Homer Allen, president; Mrs. Thos. Lloyd, treasurer; Mrs. William Brown, secretary; Decoration—I. Watson. Stupper—Mrs. Thos. Lloyd and aids. Ice Cream—Mrs. William Brown and aids. Cake—Mrs. M. Hawkins and aids. Chinaware—Miss Emily Lewis and aids. Fancy Table—Miss Ila Allen and aids. Program and Entertainment—Mrs. Homer Allen Mr. Pollard, accompanist, Miss Marie Sheppard. Rev. J. M. Davis, pastor. The residence of Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Lollard was made to ring with mercy good cheer by the happy voices of a host of their musical friends from Braddock, who successfully planned and carried to perfection a surprise on them. They came laden with good things to eat, and substantials to leave. With music and song and charming wit, a pleasant evening was spent. We feel honored at this demonstration of your esteem. We enjoyed your presence. So like, but not a dream. Fifth Sunday, October rally, 1911. $50 rally. Come to Bethany is the old familiar call of the Willing Workers club of Bethany Baptist church, Tloga street, Brushston, East End. They have prepared a feast day in sermon and song. The North Side Progressive Social club is making great preparation to ```markdown ``` entertain their many friends at a seet reception on Wednesday evening, October 23, at Odd Fellows hall, corner Irwin avenue and Jackson street, North Side. A table de hote dinner will be served by the club's caterer, R. Henry Wilson is president and Frank White is secretary of this organization. Samuel Jennings of Roanoke, Va., is in the city the guest of his brother-law and sister, Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Jackson of Westview. Mr. Jennings expects to take up insurance work. Hyland Burton, photographer for Youngstown Vindicator, was in the city on Thursday. Mrs. G. A. Norlls of Braddock, made a business trip to Cleveland last week. While there, she was entertained by Mrs. George Smith of 216 East Forty-third htreet. Mrs. Lydia Fisher of New York, who is being shown much social attention while in the city, spent several days in Sewickley the past week the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Sammons. The gowns of Mrs. Fisher have attracted much attention by the ladies and incidentally the gentlemen. The Alpha Lodge No. 92 F. & A. M. put through the rolls last Tuesday evening, sixteen candidates, and from all reports they enjoyed "riding the goal." They were Howard, Charles and Wm. Rickmond, Dr. Wm. Writt, E. Penman, J. C. Johnson, David Melontree, Crake J Bell, John Mabie, S. E. Harris, Jesse Harris, Walter Clark, Bernard Lewis, Gerry McWithers, Wilbur Douglass, Frank Morse and Richard Garrison. After their admonious labors they adjourned for a feast at the famous Brighton cafe, where Mrs. Brown, in her usual manner of serving palatable dishes, made the boys forget their happy homes until the wee hours in the morning. Geo. Robb, proprietor of Colonial Hotel, is getting ready to open up a lunch counter which will be appreciated by his many patrons. The colored men's labor union, No. 14114 of American Federation of Labor, met in regular session at Lyric Hall, corner of Glimore and Fulton streets, near Bedford avenue. President Egloud stated to the body the first order of business which was receiving of new members. After this minutes of previous meeting were read by the secretary, Mr. Shelton, and adopted. Geo. Robb stated to the body that the present hall would be the best suitable to meet permanently and his suggestion was adopted. The members took out their monthly cards. A number of visitors of different trade unions were present and a few brief remarks were made by Mr. Flinn and others. The Negro Tuberculosis Hospital league of Pittsburgh and Western Pennsylvania will hold their first annual convention at the Rodman Street Baptist church East End, city. Rev. O. S. Simms, pastor. Morning session, 10 a.m., afternoon, 2 p.m., and in the evening at 8 p.m. will be a concert and double contest of voting and a fancy drill. We invite our many friends and well wishers to come and help us in our strenuous effort to raise $400. Mrs. Clementine Gillett, mother of James Thomas and Lewis Monroe, is ill at the residence of her son, James, of Watt street, city, where she has been making her home for the past two years. Miss Carrie Roberts of Watt street, city, was suddenly called to the bedside of her sick sister, Mrs. Hunter of Cleveland, O. The Pittsburgh Methodist Ministerial association met in Bethel A. M. E. church last Monday morning at 10:30, with Rev. P. J. Blackburn presiding. About fifteen ministers were present and after the usual opening services a very interesting paper was read by Rev. J. E. Morris of Braddock, his subject being, "Walking With God." This paper evoked considerable discussion and on the whole the meeting was very instructive and pleasant. The meeting will be addressed next Monday by Dr. Virgil of Warren M. E. church, his theme being, "Echoes of the Ecumenical Conference in Toronto, Canada." Several visitors were introduced to the meeting last Monday and made pleasing remarks. Rev. P. A. Scott is secretary. WILKINSBURG ITEMS. The People's Mission at 1315 Swis- vale avenue, in charge of Rev. A. M. Patterson, is progressing nicely and gaining new friends in the community. The recent features of special inter- est were a parents' meeting held on Sunday afternoon which was well attended by a representative crowd. After a inspiring song service and an address by Rev. Patterson an excellent paper on "The Duty of Parents," was read by Mrs. Gale of Mil- waukee, Wis. Other visitors from the city were introduced and made remarks commending the work of the mission. Friday night a parents' social was given at the mission and an address was delivered by Mrs. Sydney J. Davis of Keokuk, in. Field Missionary of the National Baptist equenvention, on "Burden Bearing." Miss Davia, who is a very brilliant speaker, delighted the audience as she forcefully and logically discussed the subject, and received many compliments dur- ALWAYS IN THE LEAD WITH NEW STYLES FALL AND WINTER. Advertising Pointers The Pittsburg Courier Has not yet reached the 25,000 circulation class, but it has a circulation of the kind that pays. The Courier readers are loyal patrons of the "standpat" variety. They read the paper through, a advertisements and all, and then give it to their friends. They are in interested in our steady growth and are helping us grow stronger each week. They read the ads and patronize OUR ADVERTISERS. This confidence of the readers in the Courier is its strongest asset as an advertising medium. MAY WE HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO NUMBER YOU AMONG OUR SATISFIED ADVERTISERS? THE PITTSBURG COURIER Pittsburg's Only Colored Paper 1209 Wylie Avenue, Pittsburg, Pa. ing the evening. An abundance of refreshments were served to all present by a committee consisting of the following persons: Mesdames Hall, Harrison, Stewart, Allen and Lindsey. The service on Sunday night was well attended and interesting; a splendid sermon on the subject, "The Busy Christ," was well delivered by Rev. A. M. Patterson. The members of the mission are planning to conduct a bazaar for the benefit of the work in the near future. N. T. Velar, chairman of the County Committee of the Colored Protective league has appointed his Campaign Committee as follows: T. A. Wilson, chairman; Geo. M. Robb Wm. Stokes, R. A. Sanders, H. C. Vassar, Jacob Freeman, Harry Blake, Less Gibson, John Thornton, Wm. M. Randolph, R. L. Vann, Chas. Anderson, Alex. Warfield, Alex. Wolf, Wm. West, D. P. Townes, F. R. Franklin, John Campbell, Wm. N. Page, Henry Brogwell, Wm. Brown, Richard Waddie, Harry Brooks, Jas. A. Wilson, A. B. Rice, A. T. Hall, N. W. Rickmond, Thos. Monroe, R. H. Jones, Schem Jones, Harry Lewis, G. G. Crampton, O. J. Douglass, Jas. D. Gross, Wm. Brooks, S. D. Oliver, G. A. Nevils, John E. Hudson, G. A. Egiond, W. A. Harris, Wm. Montgomery. DIED. On Saturday, October 14, at 4:25 p. m., William F. (better known as Babe) Scott, at his late residence, 1918 Gladstone street, North Slide, Pittsburgh. Mr. Scott was buried from Allen Chapel church, owing to the accident at the Metropolitan, where he attended Sabbath school. The pallbearers were Messrs. Earl Brown, Sydney Moore, Vanhorn Scott, Berry Russell, Arnold Thornton and Arthur. Mr. Scott was born in Knoxville, Tenn., on January 21, 1896, at the time of his death was a member of the Sherman A. C. baseball club and had been counted on as a member of the Belmont Jr. football club. His death will be mourned by his parents and a host of friends. --- Composition of Precious Stones Composition of Precious Stones. The iridescence of the opal is due to the amount of water in its composition and contraction fissures in the stone, but similar characteristics are round in other stones where films cause diffraction. The opalescence of the moonstone is caused by the enormous number of planes of separation in the stone, light being totally reflected from these planes. Novels and Serious Books- Do the public libraries cater exclusively to the novel-reader? Statistics prepared under the supervision of the Budget Exhibit committee, prove otherwise. Out of a collection of 1,556,852 volumes, the public libraries contain only 250,927 novels, as against 1,023,824 books for the student and serious reader.—New York World. When Beescher "Hollered." Coming home from the morning service one Sunday Dr. Becker threw himself on a lounge and said, in a tone of deep defection: "I believe that was the worst sermon I ever preached." One of his daughters protested that she had seldom heard him when he was more energetic. "Oh, yes," she the impatient reply, "When I haven't anything to say I always heller."—The Outlook. SATURDAY, OCTOBER 21, 1911. THE LEAD WITH NEW STYLES WELL AND WINTER. PAY AS YOU PLEASE and Workmanship Guaranteed L. I. WITH WORLD'S FASHIONS NE 356 2 F. PITTSBURGH, PA. GENERAL BATH HOUSE MEALING WATER AT MT. CLEMENS. DIEASES CURED. Rheumatism, all kinds Blood, Poisoning, all kinds Shin Diseases, all kinds Stomach and Liver Troubles Malaria, Paralysis Neuralgia Dyspepsia Constipation Jaundice Nervousness, all kinds Catarrhal Troubles Kidney and Bladder Difficulties, Female Diseases, After Effects of La Grippe. ing Pointers Burg Courier the 25,000 circulation class, but of the kind that pays. rial patrons of the "standpat" variety. advertisements and all, and then give interested in our steady growth and are week. They read the ads and patron- s confidence of the readers in the is an advertising medium. THE OPPORTUNITY U AMONG OUR SAT- ISERS? Burg Courier Only Colored Paper ue, Pittsburg, Pa. SOCIETY (By Elizabeth Jones.) Mum Social. The Adult Bible class of Bethel church held a very successful mum social on Thursday at the home of Mrs. Alice Washington in Wandless street. An excellent program was rendered by some of the best talent of the city. It was a financial, social and musical success. Surprise Party. Miss Beatrice Turner of Bedford avenue, was greatly surprised on Monday evening. A number of her friends gave a party in honor of her birthday. An impromptu musical program was rendered during the evening. Anniversary Dinner. Mr. and Mrs. Mason Washington of Jefferson street, North Side, entertained at dinner in honor of the nineteenth wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Brown of Hollac street. Mr. and Mrs. Seward H. Posey are now at home to their many friends at 1503 Mifflin street, Homestead. Mrs. Posey returned from Tuskegee on Sunday evening. Birthday Dinner Mr. and Mrs. Henry Pulpress of the South Side, with the assistance of a few friends, gave a birthday dinner in honor of William Jackson on Friday evening. October 13, at his home, Western avenue, North Side. The decorations which were yellow and white, added much to the display of taste, evident in the dining room pointments. Before departing for their several homes each of the guests wished Mr. Jackson many more happy birthdays. Luncheon for Mother. Mrs. Wm. Stanton of Claybouse street, East End, entertained at luncheon on Thursday afternoon for her mother, Mrs. Ellen Brown. Covers were laid for ten. The colors were pink and white. The affair was one of the most beautifully appointed of the season. Armstrong-Gibson Mrs. Wm. G. Johnson of Klimpatrick street, announces the engagement of her daughter, Miss I. Zemoraher Armstrong, to Harvey Armstrong Gibson, son of Mr. and Mrs. John Gibson of Beltzhoover. The wedding will be an event of the middle of November. Violin Recital. Clarence Cameron White, in his usual inimitable manner, was the master of his violin on Friday evening at Trinity Congregational church. He was only assisted by local talent. Color in Precious Stones The color of gem stones, although of greatest importance commercially, is of little or no value in determining their particular identity. Carnation stones show their characteristic shades of color, it is true, but it only after various tests have been applied that color can be considered at its widest of value. All gemstones in their pure state are pure white, and the color shown is due to natural mineral in many areas. 1. ALL CHURCH NOTES MUST BE AT THE OFFICE BY WEDNESDAY OF EACH WEEK TO BE PUBLISHED UNDER THIS HEAD. (By C. N. Collins.) Last Sabbath was a record breaker at Bprown Chapel church as that day was observed as dollar money day and quite a large number paid their dollar money. Rev. Dr. Morris preached an excellent sermon in the morning and also in the evening, after the evening sermon and the notices and collection was announced. Rev. Morris introduced Mrs. Clark of Philadelphia, Pa., the Women Christian Temperance Union's State Superintendent, who gave us a very instructive discourse on "Temperance and Moral Living." The talk was very highly appreciated and enjoyed by the vast congregation. We hope to have Mrs. Clark with us again in the near future. The Sabbath school was largely attended. Last Sabbath was the first time we had the Sabbath school room curtained off in different classes according to the graded system. A special invitation is extended to all to attend the Sabbath school at 2 p.m., every Sunday, G. F. Siles, superintendent. Benjamin Lee of Cadiz, O. son of Rev. and Mrs. B. H. Lee, was the house guest of his parents over Sunday. He accompanied his mother to Christian Endeavor on Sunday at Brown Chapel church and returned home to Cadiz on Monday. The chicken and biscuit supper given at Brown Chapel church on last Thursday evening was a very great success socially and financially, with Mrs. R. H. Morris as chairman. She desires to thank all who so willingly assisted her in making the supper such a success. It was just a taste of the annual Thanksgiving dinner and supper to be given at Brown Chapel church on Thursday, November 30, with Mrs. Emma J. Moore as president. There will be special services all day this Sabbath at Brown Chapel church, it being the last Sabbath of this conference day. Dr. Morris the pastor, will preach morning evening, in the afternoon 2:30 p.m. the women will have a platform meeting. A very interesting program has been arranged, the occasion Madame Cora Taylor Boykin, the noted solist of Taylor Greater Pittsburgh has kindly consented to render some of her choice selections. Do not fail to hear her for she is a very sweet singer. Mrs. Emma J. Moore, chairman. Rev. and Mrs. R. A. Johnson of the North Side, entertained Dr. and Mrs. R. H. Morris at dinner on last Sabbath afternoon. St. Paul A.M.E. Church On last Wednesday night Dr. D. S. Bentley held our fourth and last quarterly conference. Shew Bowells, our secretary, who is very accurate in keeping records and figures of the doings of the church, showed the financial report far above that of any previous year. There are other friends who have assisted us who we hope to speak of more freely, in our notes next week. Sunday being our last Sabbath before the conference, the pastor is very desirous to see all members and friends and share their hands before leaving, as he does not expect to return as pastor. On last Sunday, morning the congregation listened to a very able discourse by Rev. W. H. Price. Please hand your dollar money to the pastor and don't fail to attend these services next Sunday. Mrs. Malinda Garland, we are glad to say, who underwent a very serious operation is getting along very nicely. Mr. Randolph, who has been ill so a great many have paid their dollar money this week. James Jones and his committee are making great arrangements for the grand concert on Friday night, October 20. All who miss this will miss a great treat. ALLEN CHAPEL North Side. (By Mrs. B. Mayne). Rev. W. H. H. Butler, presiding elder of the East Pittsburgh district, filled the pulpit in the evening and delivered a soul-stirring message to Miss Maud Scott, daughter of Dr. Scott, pastor of Bethel church visited Allen Chapel on Sunday. All present were delighted to see her. Mrs. Josephine Carroll was added to 6226 Joseph Street East End. Mrs. B. Mayne is taking a course in ladies' tailoring under Mrs. Mallie Smith. Cook of Hudson street, is in the Presbyterian hospital suffering with paralysis of the neck. We hope for him a speedy recovery. Mr. and Mrs. Paul Spence have been added to the list of Sunday school teachers. The social given at Mrs. Galither's home in Ben Avon, last Thursday night, was quite a success. Mrs. H. Parker is home again. She has been visiting her sister who is quite ill, in Rochester, Pa. Mrs. Mallie Smith, dressmaking school, opened the End of October, at her home, 1517 Boyle street. She had on exhibition several days, some beautiful models of the latest styles which were inspected and admired by some of the best and most fashionable people in the city, both white and colored. Some of the young ladies enrolled in her school are as follows: Miss Pearl Carroll, North Side; Miss Rebecca Walker of Wheeling, W. Va.; Miss Jillie Cook of Parkersburg, W. Va.; Miss Theodore Toliver, Frederickburg, W. Va., and the Misses Bernah Scott and Mary Thomas Pittsburgh. Olan Gray was the city on Sunday and called on Miss Lucy Straus. On Monday night the trustees met to arrange for placing a furnace in the basement of the church, the old one is completely burned out. Richard Washington's sister from Maryland, is visiting and is spending a very pleasant time. The pastor, Rev. E. R. Baxier, is very busy looking up dollar money for conference. He requests that all members remit at once that he may be able to make a good report. Rev. Dr. R. E. Brown called at the parsonage this week and was a very pleasant guest. The funeral services of the son of Mr. Scott, member of the Metropolitan Baptist church, took place at Allen Chapel on Monday, the same was conducted by Rev. J. Holder, pastor. On Sunday the pastor will deliver his closing sermon to his congregation. Services as follows: 8 p.m., preaching by pastor; 5 p.m., Rev. Holder, pastor of the Metropolitan Baptist church, will preach the annual sermon to the stewards on their special effort, and at 5 p.m., sermon by pastor. Tuesday, the 24th, the ladies of the church will serve a fine chicken supper. Beginning at 5 p.m., at 5 p.m., a short program will be redered. At the same time the pastor will make his annual report to the church. AVERY MISSION NOTES AVERY MISSION NOTES Our first quarterly meeting will be October 29, to which we invite all of our friends. Rev. S. A. Virgil of the Warren M. E. church, will preach for us at 3 p.m. Rev. W. A. H. Pringle, D. D., our new presiding eider, will hold our first quarterly conference on Friday night, October 27. The pastor is arranging his plans for his fourth year in Avery. After a successful conference. Some of the departments have held their first meeting and are in line for success this year. Mrs. Mary Snider, a member of the Pastor's Aid, is improving; also Mrs. Jennie Peterson, the president of the Altar circle, is on the sick list. The Stewardess Board and Auxiliaries of Avery mission church, will tender their pastor a reception as the church on Thursday evening, October 26, 1911. The pastors of the city and friends are invited. Trinity Baptist Church Dr. Ernest Hall surely seemed to have been endowed with a double portion of the Holy Spirit on last Sabbath. His subject at 11 o'clock was "The Art of Knowing Men Who Have Been With Jesus," and in the evening the "Justice of God Vindicated by the Conduct of Men." He indeed handled the subjects in a most eloquent, logical and spiritual manner. The Sunday school is doing great work at present under the leadership of Deacon Arthur Peaks. The chair is indeed making rapid progress under the new director, Prof. C. B. Ashby. Trinity is in fact progressing in every way under the pastorate of Dr. Hall. Dr. Hall preached on Wednesday night, October 11 at M. Arrat Baptist church and left a lasting impression. Thursday night he preached at Youngstown, O. under the auspices of the Women's Missionary society and last Sunday at Carron Street Baptist church. "Courtship and Marriage," a lecture to have been delivered by Miss Sidley Davis, was postponed. ST. AUGUSTINE'S EPISCOPAL MISSION. Bishop Cortlandt-Whitehead, bishop of Pittsburgh diocese, will make his annual visitation to St. Augustine's Episcopal Mission on Sunday afternoon, December 3, 1911, to preach and administer the sacred rite of confirmation to a large class now being prepared by Rev. Scott Wood, priest-in-charge. The mission being now free from debt, the mortgage will also be burned by the bishop. On Monday, December 5, the ladies will conduct a jubilee bazaar and harvest home for the building fund of the new church. Rev. Scott Wood defended the convention of Brotherhood Men this week in Buffalo, N.Y. Services tomorrow at the mission at 10:45 a.m. m. Rector Wood will preach on "Waving Bailers for Christ." Public-Invited. JOHN WESLEY A. M. E. ZION CHURCH JOHN WESLEY A. M. E. ZION CHURCH The home fair given by the Stewartess' Board opened on Monday evening with a large attendance. The audience was highly entertained by the V. C. C. choir, Naomi Green recited, "What I Want to See Some Day," in a very impressive manner. The selection was given much applause. Miss Della Dorsey, a solo, "Garden of Dreams." It remained for the J. S. Caldwell Quartet to cap the climax in song. Miss Carrie Robinson, soprano, Edna Bennett, alto, Susie Williams, tenor Mary Hamlin, baritone. Their selection was heartily enclosed, the last number on the program was a tableau, "Swane River." Miss Lottie Borus sang very effectively, "Swane River" and "My Old Kentucky Home." Tuesdays evening the program was arranged by C. E. Jones with talent from Brackdock, Homestead, Sewickley and East End. Tuesday, p. m., Rev. P. A. Scott of Bethel A. M. E. Zion church, will preach. This service will close the rally of the Stewartess' Board. The amount of Sun is desired. Eight o'clock. Monday evening, there was a members meeting. Arrangements were completed for a blast rally, Sunday, November 5. fifty captains were selected, each to raise $25. The church's lateration on Tuesday evening, October 24, and a literary treat is promised those who will attend. The Senior choir will give a benefit Thanksgiving evening. Tickets are in the hands of the choir members. This choir has been organized twenty-five years, D. M. Washington, director. Most of the present singers have been rendering their services gratis for the past twenty years, and the trustees of the church have given consent to the concert for the benefit of the choir. A post program has been arranged and will be announced later. The annual spelling bee for the Thanksgiving turkey will be one of the November attractions. The V. C. E. choir has accepted an invitation to sing at Good Hope Baptist church on Monday evening, November 6. Missionary Notes The W. H. and F. Missionary society will have an assessment rally November 12. 3 p. m. This society won the prize banner at the quadrennial session as August '09 we took to the arena to value their contributions and assist in keeping the ban The Young Women's Missionary society met at Mrs. Minnie Hipes, Duff street, Thursday evening. Important business was transacted. The quarterly mass meeting of the Allegheny-Ohio district will convene in Mt. Washington A. M. E. Zion a.m. One of the special features of the evening's program will be the mission study class, conducted by Mrs. Jennie Dillard of New Castle, Pa. Rev. W. M., Ware, the pastor, and the society of his church are putting forth every effort to make this meeting one of the best ever held. All missionary workers are most cordially invited to attend all the sessions. Dr. Lee returned for Saturday evening from his visit to the Economical conference, Toronto, Canada. Dr. Lee's subject on Sunday morning was "God's Final Promise." 17:30. Him that overcometh will I make a pillar in the temple of my God and be shall go out more. In the Dr. Lee lectured on what he saw and heard at the Economic conference. He spoke on the difference of opinion among the Metlist brethren on "Historic Criticism of the great interest manifested in home, religion, the church and the young people, the layman's movement. He gave a short symposium of Dr. Atkin's paper of the Hon. J. C. Dancy's address, Editor Cemote's story of a personal devil. He told amid great applause, how our own bishop, Alexander Walters, presided over one of the sessions of the great woman's meeting, the large banquet on Friday evening in the Massy music hall, where eight hundred delegates were seated; also describing the beautiful decorations, how the entire delegation stood as the orchestra played "God Save the King." Dr Lee had the privilege of voting with representative men from all parts of the earth for the coming of the long cherished fact in human history when civic righteousness and universal peace shall reign from sea to sea. In fact. Dr Lee covered the best of five days' session in forty-five minutes. The lecture was greatly enjoyed by the large audience present. HAVE COOD IDEA OF DRESS Many Men Possess the Artistic Eye When it Comes to Matter of Feminine Drapsy. There is an old tradition to the effect that men lack discretion as well as artistic eye in the selection of a becomingly gowned woman. A man nototiously at sea in the matter of feminine trocks was asked to design what to his mind was a graceful dress for the beautification of the womany figure. The result not only vindicated men of the charge of ignorance concerning the becoming feminine drapery, but established for him a wisdom and artistry in designing that many devotees of the latest sartorial spasm, be it modestly pretty or daringly ridiculous will do well to cultivate. The fabric of the gown evolved by the mere man of a soft clinging crepe de chine of shadows blue tone. It was cut in kimono fashion, with loose-hanging Oriental sleeves. The neck was slightly rounded out to show the smooth, white column of the throat, and the gown hung free from the shoulders, falling in long, sweeping lines, with just a suspicion of a sweep at the back. In front an elongated buckle of the blue material, embroidered with dull gold threads, held a wide girdle, which was wound around the was't empire fashion, tied in an odd knot, with short upstanding loops in the back, from whence long, loose ends, finished with gold and blue, fell to the bottom of the skirt. The sash gave a slightly empire effect, and the whole gown appeared to swathe the figure in folds of pastel blue. Such a gown must in the very nature of itself, conceal any offending angular lines, just as it would of necessity heighten the symmetry of the softly curving ones. Grace of carriage and elegance of attire were its indubitable followers, so much so that one wonders why the distress and fatigue of countless hours at the dressmaker's are endured, when art is so very simple. THEIR APPETITES WITH THEM $2\frac{1}{2}$ Pounds of Meat and 12 Quarts of Strong Drink Per Capita Is French Record. Frenchmen are pretty able treenchermen, but the following account of a meal made by eight Norman peasants surpasses expectations. According to the Medical Journal, a grazier with seven of his friends undertook an expedition to gather fagots. Among them they should have managed some 400 fagots, but 37 represented the sum of their work, the small total being accounted for, possibly of the luncheon which the octet devoured. They managed to consume 20 pounds of meat, 8 quarts of pure perry, 16 bottles of assorted wines, 9 bottles of champagne and 8 quarts of cider brandy of an alcoholic strength of 65 per cent. A roast goose, placed thoughtfully among the rations, was not required. This luncheon represents an average of 2½ pounds of meat and 12 quarts of milk, none of it weak, per capita during the 12 hours occupied by the expedition. Color of the Eye. Brown eyes are due to a brown pigment laid down in the iris; blue eyes are due to lack of such pigment. When both parents, are brown-eyed the children get the tendency to form iris pigment from both sides of the house, and the condition of the pigment is said to be duplex. If the children get the tendency from one parent only, they will have brown eyes, but the condition is said to be simplex. Two parents lacking brown in the iris (blue eyes) will never have children with brown eyes, but only with blue eyes. If both parents have brown eyes simplex, then one in four of the children will have blue eyes. If one parent has simplex brown eyes and the other has blue eyes, one-half of the children will have blue eyes. But if in both or either one of the parents the blue iris pigmentation is duplex, all of the offspring will have brown eyes. THE COURER CONFERENCE FOR NEGRO PASTORS All Denominations Are Asked to Send Delegates. SETTLEMENT WORK BEGUN BUT FURTHER DISCUSSION OF THE MORAL, CIVIL, SPIRITUAL AND SOCIOLOGICAL CONDITION OF THE RACE IS NEEDED FOR PRACTICAL UPLIFT, WHICH CAN BEST BE DONE THROUGH RELIGIOUS CHANNELS. Durham, N.C.-Hundreds of colored people in touch with the masses of the race attended the recent summer school and Chautauqua of the National Religious Training school, this city. This is the only movement of its kind among negroes, and its officials are men of both races from various sections of the country. The spirit of the Chautauqua was for the uplift of the negroes who were envisioned to their detriment. The lectures and the other departments, featuring such well-known preachers as Dr. Jesse C. Massee of Chatanagoa, Tenn.; Dr. W. Y. Chapman of Newark, N. J.; Dr. Jesse L. Hurlburt, one of the leading authorities in America on the Bible Bishop Kilo, Durham; Prof. Kerry Miller, Washington; Dr. Jesse Johnson, Xenia, O., and Dr. D. Webster Davis, Richmond, kindled the minds and hearts of hundreds of the race, who received a new educational value and experienced a process that gave them a determination to dwell amid the most monotonous surroundings to triumph over certain conditions making a large number of their race parasites upon society. Settlement work is a new feature among the educational activities of the Afro-American folk, and this institution is the pioneer in such a needed work for the negro's good. The teachers and preachers were given lectures in sanitary chemistry, and during the six weeks of the summer school and Chautauqua excursions were made to various sections of the city that afforded the members of the settlement party an opportunity to do real settlement work among their people. The good accomplished by such excursions will undoubtedly become a potent factor in a large number of cities, towns and a large section of the rural districts, in the south especially. The negro that helps to make up the undesirable element in the north and gives that section a phrase of the problem found in the south was discussed, and the outcome of such dis- SOUTHERN STATES OFFER MORE INDUSTRIAL OPPORTUNITIES THAN ANY OTHER SECTION OF THE COUNTRY. The president among other things said in his address in the interest of Hampton the other day that the south is the negro's hope. Some people may feel inclined to deny this, and doubtless will, but the sober fact remains that the south offers more opportunities along industrial lines than any other section of our country. At the south the negro is on the soil and has abundant opportunities to buy land and further intrench himself as an indispensable part of his community. This cannot be said with equal truth of any other section of the country. The money powers are so entrenched at the north that no legislative worries are necessary to effect the social ostracism of the negro. At the south legislation is necessary to make negro segregation effective. While the law in this respect keeps the negro to himself it does not prohibit the exercise of the most prodigious energy or the most preserving frugality. In this lies the negro's opportunity. There is another phase of the subject which relates to the land and its price. As a general thing land is cheap, though gradually rising in price. This is not so at the north, where it is almost impossible for the masses of colored people to buy and own their homes. Then the drift is toward the northern cities, where living conditions are generally unsanitary and unsuited to people who have been accustomed to a life largely out of doors. Then, too, the men, the plain men, cannot find common labor to do in the same quantity as in the south. This throws the bulk of the family's support on the women, who can get all the work they can successfully do. Our friends see this and are not slow to express the same; among them we name President Taft. The president also stated in that same address that Hampton had deserved the gratitude of the entire country by producing Booker T. Washington. This is a splendid tribute to Hampton as well as a glowing estimate of the worth of Dr. Booker T. Washington to the country and the world. Dr. Washington's life has been the most successful of any negro who has lived within historic time and in Tuskegee will rear an enduring monument to his enterprise and genius. A LEGAL COMPLIMENT. "Yes, young Coke handled the case magnificently. He probed beyond the possibility of a doubt that the accused man wasn't guilty." "But he was guilty, of course."—Cleveland Plain Dealer. TOO LOW DOWN. "Why don't you name your mule, Uncle Jackson?" "Alin's no name ortery 'sough to fit its mule, suh.'-Buffalo Express. counselors and investigators on the part of student body directed by the president of the institution and a number of prominent northern and southern men of both races has caused greater activity among those attending the school to better the sociological conditions of their race in their respective communities and made it imperative for the following call, signed by Dr. James E. Shepard, founder and president of the school: "To the Ministers of the United States: At the request of many who are interested in the development of the race along all lines I have been asked to call a conference of the colored ministers of the United States at the National Religious Training school, in the city of Durham, N. C., July 6, 1912. "This conference is for the purpose of discussing the moral, civil and spiritual condition of the negro, to study sociological problems and to devise some means of working along practical lines, for the uplift of the race, especially through religious channels. We realize that the colored minister is the real leader of his people and that there should be co-operation between him and all others who are striving for the racial uplift. We believe that the colored minister holds the real key to the situation, and for this reason we desire to have a heart to heart conference of all the ministers, irrespective of denominations. "Such practical questions as these will be discussed: What is the moral condition of the people in your community? What is the sanitary condition? What effort, if any, has been made to improve the sanitary conditions? Is crime on the increase? If not, what was the cause of its reduction? To what extent do you cooperate with the Civic Improvement leagues? Has settlement work to any extent been conducted in your community and, if so, with what results? Many kindred subjects will be discussed. "The National Religious Training school invites all ministers to be their guests for one week, so that you will be at no expense while in the city of Durham. The railroad will be asked to co-operate in this movement to the extent of making very liberal rates. Durham is regarded as one of the most progressive cities in the country, and it will be a pleasure and a benefit for you to come and see what your own race is actually doing in Durham. "All ministers who contemplate attending this conference are requested to make, same known by January 1, 1912, so that arrangements can be made for their accommodation. We will also be glad to have any practical suggestions that you may see fit to make, and they will be carefully considered." The regular school term begins next month with a higher standard and a faculty composed of well-known pedagogues from leading institutions of learning. In order to find out the attitude of northern colleges toward negro students, Atlanta university (colored) sent a circular letter-to several hundred institutions asking the names and addresses of students and graduates of negro descent and how they were regarded by the faculty and the student body. Many illuminating replies were received. Yale university answered that it never tugged to attract negro students, but never felt justified in refusing admittance to those who came. At Leland Stanford there was said to be no hostility whatever toward colored students. Fordham university, New York, replied that it had never negro applicants for admission, and if any should come it was impossible to say what reception they would meet. At St. Vincent college, in Pennsylvania, it was said frankly that "we do not think it wise under prevailing conditions to accept any distinctively colored students into the college." Naturally none of the northern state universities draw the color line. In Missouri the line is sharply drawn. The president of Carleton college, in that state, writes: "I have not found a student in the state who would tolerate a negro in the college, and it is even worse since the Johnson-Jeffries fight." So it seems that while Mr. Johnson won the championship, he did not help the cause of negro education in Missouri. Nearly every year since 1826, when a negro was graduated from Bowdow college, there have been colored graduates from the leading colleges of New England—Boston Globe. WELL, THAT WAS ENOUGH. "Robert, dear," said the coy little malden to her sweetheart, "I'm sure you love me. But give me some proof of it, darling. We can't marry on $15 a week, you know." "Oh, well," said the sweet young thing as she snuggled a little closer, "don't let's wait any longer, darling. I guess that you do"—Lippincott's. DISQUALIFIED. Patience—And you say she left your college? Patience—Oh, yes! You know, she was tongue tied, and she could never hope to use our college yell—Yohkara Statesman. Cheerfulness makes sunlight when the twilight glow is over. Truth is always undimmed, no matter how heavy the curtain which men hang before it. BETHEL, A. M. M. CHURSON, Jonner Mylie avenue and Elm street. Sunday services 10:30 A. M. and 7:45 P. M. Sunday School, 12:45 P. M. Christian Endeavor, 6:30 P. M. Prayer meeting Wednesday, 8 P. M. Class meeting, Friday, 8 P. M. Rev. P. A. Scott, pastor, residence 95 Elm street. Bell phone 2987 Grant. ST. AUGUSTINE'S EPISCOPAL MISSION 319 Jackson St. N. S. Pbg. Sunday services, 10:45 A. M. and 7:45 P. M. Sunday School, 12:30 P. M. Wednesday evening prayer meet- ing, 7:45 P. M. Rev. Scott Wood, priest in charge Sunday and weekly meetings of John Wesley A. M. E. Zion church No. 40 Arthur street. Preaching at 11 a. m. and 7:45 p. m.; Sunday school at 1:30 p. m.; Christian Endeavor at 6:30 p. m.; Wednesday evening, prayer meeting; Friday evening, class meeting. Trustee meeting first and third Mondays of each month. Rev. W. L. Lee, D. D. pastor. EUCLID AVENUE A. M. E. CHURCH Corner Euclid avenue and Harvard street, Pittsburgh. Morning worship, 10:45 a. m., Sunday; Sunday school, 2:30 p. m.; Allen Endeavor League, 6:30 p. m.; evening worship, 7:45 p. m., Sunday. C. J. POWELL, D. D., Pastor. Parsonage, 5714 Broad street. Hours of study, 10:00 to 12:00 M., lally except Monday. Telephone, 1764-R Highland. RODMAN ST. BAPTIST CHURCH East End, Pittsburg, Pa. Communion, first Sunday in each month, 2 p. m. Pastor's Study at church from 12 to 2 p. m. Peaching every Sunday, 10:45 a. m. and 7:45 p. m. beach tree. All are welcome. Roy. O. S. SIMMS, D.D., Pastor. 620 Thompson street Bell Phone, 3897-W Highland. Payne A. M. E. Church. Preaching every Sunday, 11 a. m. and 7:30 p. m'; Sunday school, 2:30 p. m.; Amen Endeayor league, 6:20 p. m; prayer meeting, Wednesday, 8. p. m. Rev. T. Taggart, pastor. Mt. Zion Baptist—Sunday services, 1 a. m. and 7:30 p. m.; Sunday school, 2:30 p. m.; prayer meeting in each month, B. Y. P. U. 6:30 p. m.; prayer meeting Wednesday, 8 p. m. Rev. R. D. Epss, pastor. Highland Baptist church—Sunday service, 11 a. m. and 7:30 p. m; communion fourth Sunday in each month; Sunday school, 2 p. m.; B. Y. P. U., 6 p. m.; prayer meeting Wednesday, 7:30 p. m. Rev. C. J. Wells, pastor. Rocky Mt. Baptist church—Sunday services, 11 a. m. and 7 p. m.; Sunday school, 17:30 p. m.; prayer meeting Wednesday night; communion every third Sunday in month. Rev. J. H. Brown, pastor. GRACE MEMORIAL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Preaching at 11 a. m. and 8 p. m. Sunday school at 1 p. m. Young people's Christian Endeavor. 7 p. m. Wednesday night prayer meeting. 8 REV. CHAR. HENRY TRUSTY, D. D. Brown's Chapel. Services at Brown's Chapel A. M. E. church, Heunlock and Boyle streets North Side. Sundays—Morning service, 10:30; sunday school, 2:00 p. m.; Christian Endeavor, 6:30 to 7:45 p. m.; evening service, 7:45. Wednesday—Prayer meeting 8 p.m. REV. R. H. MORRIS, Pastor. WAYMEN A. M. E. CHURCH. Preston Avenue. Services every Lord's day at 10:40 a. m. and 8 p. m.; Sunday school, 10 a. m. Seats free. All welcome. Prayer meeting Wednesday at 8 p.m. REV. F. A. SCOTT, Pastor. 126 Walnut street, Bellevue, Pa. WARREN M. E. CHURCH Center avenue and Watt street Rev. S. A. Virgil, Pastor. Telephone: 1148-R Schenley Preaching, Sunday, 11 a.m. Sunday school, 2 p. m. Epworth League, 6 p. m. Evening service, 7:45 p. m. Prayer meeting every Wednesday evening. Trustees' meeting the second and fourth Monday nights of each month. A. M. E. Zion Church. Services every Sunday at 11:30 evening 8:00, Sunday school 12:30 literary every Tuesday at 8:00 p. m. Rev. Ware, pastor. ALLEN CHAPEL A. M. E. CHURCH North Side, Pittsburg. Morning worship, 10:45 a. m. Class 12 m. Sunday school, 2 p. m. A. C. E. League, 6:30 p. m. Evening worship, 7:45 p. m. Wednesday night, prayer meeting. All are invited to audition. REV. E. R. BAZIER, Pastor. Plymouth Congregational Church. Corner Fulton and Gilmore streets. Henry W. Porter, minister. Services: Sunday, 11 a. m. and 1 p. m.; Sunday school 12:45 p. m. Wednesday evening prayer meeting, e clock. Homewood A. M. E. Zion Church, Tilga and Dumfrieshire Streets. B. F. Cowanbush, B. D., Pastor, Services—Sabbath, 11 a. m. 5 p. m. Young People's meeting, 7 p. m. subbath meeting, 8:30 p. m. inga Wednesday, 8 p. m. Class meeting, Friday evening. Visitors cordially welcome. The Pittsburgh Courier is on file at Carnegie Institute Periodical Room. WATCH THE COURTER GROW! AUTHORITY OF THE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK m.; library school; 8 p. m.; Bishop Christopher Indieser; 8 p. m.; pastor meeting; Wednesday evening 8 p. m.; Library society; Thursday evening 8 p. m.; cook; practice; Friday evening 8 p. m. All are welcome Rev. L. V. Jones, pastor. UNIONTOWN, PA. Mt. Olivet Baptist Church—Rev. Thompson, pastor—Preaching at 10:45 a m.; Sunday school at 2:30 p. m. R. Y. P. U. at 6:30 p. m., and preaching at 7:45 p. m. Zlom A. M. E. church—Rev. J. W. Polk, pastor—Preaching, 1045 a m. Sunday school, 2:30 p. m. C. R. nec ciety, 6:30 p. m.; preaching, 7:45 p. m. Mt. Rose Baptist church—Rev. Thomas Ford, pastor—Preaching 10:45 a m.; Sunday school, 2:30 p. m.; R. Y. P. U., 6:30 p. m.; preaching 7:45 p. m. St. Paul A. M. E. church. Rev. W. B. Anderson, D. D. pastor—preaching 10:45 a.m.; Sunday school, 2:30 p. m.; C. E. society, 6:30 p.m.; preaching 7:45 p.m. Waymen A. M. E., Preston avenue. Services every Lord's day at 10:45 a. m. and 8 p.m.; Sunday school, 10 a. m. Seats free. All welcome. Rev. F. A. Scott, pastor. Prayer meeting Wednesday at 8 p.m. Rev. F. A. Scott, pastor, No. 126 Bellevue, Pa. Good Hope Baptist Church Services. Fifty-fourth and Penn Avenue. Sunday school at 9:30 a. m. Preaching 11 a. m. and 7:30 p. m. B. Y. P. U., 6 p. m. Prayer meeting, 7:30 to 9 p. m. Wednesday. Official meeting, Thursday, before second Sunday, 8 p. m. Church meeting, Friday, before second Sunday, 8 p. m. Communion services every second Sunday at 3 p. m. Women's Missionary circle first Tuesday at 8 p. m. Sunday school teachers' meeting, every Tuesday from 8 to 9 p. m. All are welcome. Rev. T. H. C. Messer, D. D. Pastor, residence, 5109 Dauphin street, East End. Office in the church. Hours. 11 a. m. to 2 p. m., Wednesday and Friday. For Motha in Carpeta, Moths in carpets can be killed by the use of a damp cloth and a hot iron. Lay the cloth on the carpet and iron well, and the steam will destroy both eggs and worms. 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HOUSES FOR RENT, FOR SALE AND RENTS COLLECTED 6231 Penn Ave. Pittsburgh, Pa. Turn Over a New Leaf By subscribing for THIS PAPER SATURDAY, OCTOBER 21, 1911 GRAND LODGE OF F. A. M. Seventh Massive district—Brother John G. Morton, R. W. G. Jr. Wardens and District Deputy Grand Master, 16 Miller street, Pittsburgh, Pa. Mt. Morrish No. 36—Stated meeting second Thursday each month. Frederic B. Lee, W. M.; Edward W. Johnson, secretary. St. John's No. 50, Sewickley—Stated meeting first Monday each month. Lewis Hallstock, W. M.; J. G. Mattws, Jr., secretary. Star Wear No. 62—Stated meeting second Saturday each month. Samuel cott, W. M.; Marion W. Hall, secretary. King Solomon Lodge, No. 78, New Brighton—Stated meeting second Wednesday each month. Alexander Webster, W. M.; James W. Butler, secretary. Prince Hall Lodge No. 87, Beaver Falls—Stated meeting third Saturday each month. Jererich Boulding, W. M.; Lewis Ewing, secretary. St Cypress No. 13—Wm. A. Morrison, W. M.; Nelson J. Miles, secretary. Stated meeting first Thursday. Washington. No. 77. Washington- C. A. Strawthers, W. M.; C. W. Jones, secretary. Stated meeting second Monday each month. Monessen No. 79. Monessen—Julius Smith. W. M.; Asbyer Bayer, secretary. Stated meeting second Thursday each month. Eureka No. 83. Bellevue—Stated communication second Wednesday each month. Eilabeth No. 88. Elizabeth—Joseph Bell, W. M.; Robert A. Batch, secretary. Stated meeting fourth Tuesday. Mt. Pisgah No. 91. Unlontown, Pa. A. P. McClure, W. M.; J. H. Robinson, secretary. Stated meeting second Monday each month. Alpha Lodge No. 99. Pittaburg— Frank R. Steward, W. M.; Herman Socks, secretary. Stated meeting thirth Tuesday. Progress Lodge, U. D.; W. S. Jenk- ins, W. M.; Wm. Washington, secretary. Stated meeting second Friday. Auxiliary No. 98 meets third Friday night of each month. Asaph Lodge, Connellsville—Meet ling night first and third Tuesday night in the month. Sandy McNeal, W. M.; James Strange, sec. Iron City Lodge No. 17, I. B. P. O. E. W.—Meets second and fourth Thursday, Elk Rest, 29 Fulton street. Chas. Gantt, E. R.; H. E. Brooks, F. Sec. North Side Lodge No. 124, I. B. P. Q. E. W.—Meets second and fourth Tuesday, Odd Fellows hall, corner Jackson and Irwin avenue, North Side. P. E. R. Carl Hardy, E. R. Jesse Harris, F. Sec. Greater Pittsburg Lodge 115, I. B. P. O. E. W.—Meets first and third Monday at Elks Rest, 6487 Frank- town avenue, East End. Leme Pax- ston, E. B. L. Rose, F. Sec. Hamesis Lodge 120, I. B. P. O. E. W.—Meets first and fourth Wed- nesday, Elk Rest, 706 Wood street. Wilkinsburg, Pa. Chas. Boone, E. R. H. Edmunds, F. Sec. Summit Lodge Lodge No. 115, I. B. P. O. E. W. Meets first and third at McClure hall, corner Main and Morganton avenue, Uniontown, Pa. W. I. Winstown, E. R.; Geo. Brown, F. Sec. Coke City Lodge No. 126, Connellville, Pa. Meets first and third Tuesday at Elk Rest, 132 E. Main street. Fenton Jackson, F. Sec. Tuna Valley Lodge No. 156, Bradford, Pa. Meets first and third Thursday. 18 Chambers street. Rev. P. H. Williams, E. R. E.; J. Enty, F. Sec. matta Commandary. Eminent commander, George Cochran; generalissimo, Samuel P. Buckner; captain general, David D. Richards; recorder, Charles Richardson; treasurer, Lewis W. Wagoner; senior warden, James C. Dews; junior warden, Charles Coy; standard bearer, John H. Thornton; sword bearer, Clarence Findley; warden, George Robinson; sentelel, Joshua Linnco; prelate, Rev. C. J. Powell, D. D. Associates prelate, Rev. J. H. Dandridge DDD FELLOWS Meetings of Grand United Order of Odd Fellows in Odd-Fellows hall, Irwin avenue and Jackson's street, North Side. Union Western Star Lodge, No. 1515, first and third Wednesday evening. P. L. Anderson, secretary, 505 West Jefferson street. Bond of Love Lodge, No. 2514, first and third Tuesday evening. George W. Stevenson, secretary, 54 McNaugher avenue. Allegheny Council, No. 232, fourth Thursday evening. W. W. Jacobs, secretary, 1937 Irwin avenue. Household of Ruth, No. 56, first and third Friday evenings. Household of Ruth, No. 1784, second and fourth Wednesday evenings. Mrs. Byrdie Crankleton, secretary, 1116 Decatur street. Allegheny Patrolarchy, No. 11, fourth Monday evening. P. L. Anderson, secretary, 505 West Jefferson street. News items affecting these lodges please mail to The Pittsburgh Courier. KNIGHTS OF PYTHIAS Smoky City No. 29. Meeting first and third Tuesdays of each month at New Odd Follows hall, North Side. James Mason, C. C. T. A. Wilson, K. of R. R. North Side Lodge, No. 194. L. B. P. O. B. of E. - Meets at the Rest, 206 Robinson street, North Side, second and fourth Mondays of each month. J. Walter Fraser, E. R.; Jesse W. Harris, P. R. Gen. J. B. Sweitzer Camp, No. 98. Sons of Veterans, U. S. A. - Meets at Memorial hall, Fifth avenue, on second and fourth Friday nights of each month. New Castle Lodge No. 38. K. of P. meets first and third Friday of each month. Alexander Williams, C. C. Commodore Tilden, K. of R. S. ROYAL GRAND NO. $1. K. OF P. Meets second and fourth Wednesdays of each month, at Odd Fellows hall, Arthur street. PAUL GILLETTE, C. G. L. P. JACKSON, V. G. Wesickwych Star, No. 40, K. of P. meets first and third Tuesdays of each month on Beaver street. N. L. Young, C. C.; C. H. Pryor, K. of R. & S.; L. Alexander, M. of F. Damon Lodge, No. 28, K. of P. meets first and third Thursdays of each month at Odd Fellows Hall, corner Wylie and Benton. Frank R. Steward, C. C.; James A. Baldwin, K. of R. & S.; Jesse W. Harris, M. of F. Household of Ruth, No. 56—Meets first and third Fridays in each month N. S., Pittsburgh, Pa. Mattle Sutten, W. R. Glass City lodge, 4392, G. U. of O. F., Charlerel, P. Meets every first and third Tuesdays. Charles Wonzer, secretary. H. of R. 1413, Charlerel, P. Meets every first and third Wednesdays Mrs. A. Primas, W. R. L O F E S T. L U K E S J. K. Minor council, No. 91, I. O. of St. Luke meets first and third Thursday nights at Thirty-sixth and Butler streets. No. 257, Eastern Star council, meets first and third Monday nights, at Thirty-sixth and Butler streets. St. Elizabeth, No. 504, meets first and third Thursday nights at Odd Fellows hall, corner Wylie avenue and Benton street. Richardson's White Rose, No. 725 meets second and fourth Thursday nights. Zenobia council, No. 766, meets first and third Monday nights. Keystone council, No. 779, meets second and fourth Monday nights. Homestead council, No. 601, meets second and fourth Tuesday nights. second and fourth Tuesday nights. Barton council, No. 694, Braddock meets first and third Tuesday nights. Gen. J. B. Swelzer camp meets on the second and fourth Friday nights of each month at Soldiers' Memorial hall. Fifth avenue. NOTICE Golden Eagle lodge, No. 22, Knights of Pythias, meets the first and third Wednesday of each month at Malta hall, Shiraden street, East End. Hour of opening, 8 p. m. Rev. J. Henry Dandridge, C. C.; Martin C. Coleham, M. of F.; James Woodruff, K. of R. and H. Malta Commandery, No. 19, K. T.—Sir George C. Cochran, Em. Com.; Sir Samuel P. Buckenner, Em. Alismo; Sir David H. Chardse, Capt. Sir William S. Lewis, recorder; Sir J. H. Thornton, treasurer; Rev. C. J. Powell, D. D., prelate; Rev. J. H. Dandridge, assistant prelate; Sir Herman Socks, organist and musical director—meets fourth Monday of each month at asylum, 6004 Center avenue, East End. IRON CITX COUNCIL Meets every first Monday at Odd Fellowway hall, Wylie and Benton street. J. W. Anderson, secretary; J. T. Dorkins, W. M. Eather chapter No. 7, Order of the Eastern Star—Stated meeting third Thursday of each month at 6004 Center avenue. Rosa E. Hill, W. M.; Lucille Lewis, secretary. McKeenport, Pa. Glittering Diamond Tabernacle, No. 37, Daughters of Tabor, meets second Tuesday night of each month at 1118 Market street. Lily of the Valley Court of Calla-tha, No. 267, meets first Thursday evening of each month at 1118 Market street. ELIZABETH, PA. Walnwight lodge, No. 48, K. of P. Brother A. T. Scott, C. C.; Brother French E. H. Greene, Brother Stanley Young B.潜牛, prelate; Brother Wesley H. Stratton, M. of E.; Brother Charles S. Satch, M. of F.; Brother Stanley Simmons, K. of R. and E. Brother R. E. Pangburn, M. of A. Brother Charles Henderson, I. G. Brother George E. Saunders, O. G. Brother George B. Saunders, M. W. Brother Charles Preston, W. French E. H. Greene, V. C.; Brother Simmons, trustees. Brother French E. H. Greene was elected delegate to the grand lodge. Advance lodge, No. 2999 of G. U. O. of O. F. election as follows: Guardian Hiram Simmons; warden, James Bar- noble grand, Oscar Goodwin, Chaplain, John Lotterybur; worthy measurer, Fred R. Batch; E. Ernest Moore; P. S. Fred R Batch; P. N. G. A. T. Scott N. F. Joseph K. Burgess; P. N. F. French E. H. Greene; advocate, Jesse Greene; degree lecturers, Fred R. Batch and French E. H. Greene. WAYNESBURG, PA The most worthful grand lodge of Free and Accepted Ancient York Rite Masons of Pennsylvania officers: H. E. Workman, G. master; Joseph Washington, Dep. G. master; Richard M. Lannon, G. Sr. warden; Richard Staples, G. Jr. warden; Jas Lethwick, G. treasurer; La Royal Wilson, G. secretary; Rev. Thomas Ford grand chaplain; Rev. W. H. Truss, grand lecturer. The officers of the grand commander of Knights Templar of the state of Pennsylvania are: M. E. grand commander; John W. Fisher, M. E. deputy grand commander; John D. Addison, M. E. grand generalissimo; J. William Walls, M. E. grand captain general; William H. Miller, M. E. grand secretary; Philip H. Edwards, M. E. grand treasurer. SALEM. O. (By Reacy Chapman.) Rev. T. B. Cayton held services in Liaison last Sunday. Raymond Logan, while playing with his youngest sister, she threw a fork which hit him in the eye, causing a very bad sore. William Jones left last Wednesday for Freeport, O. Services will be held at the A. M. E. church Sunday at 11 o'clock by Rev. Cutter. Rev. T. B. Cayton, pastor of the A. M. E. Z. will hold services at 11 o'clock on Sunday morning. Youngstown, O. (By William Saunders) A number of Youngstown people attended the dance in Sharon Weddess day evening. Miss Hazel Harper and Jesse Parker visited friends in Columbus Sunday. The Buckeye lodge will give their next dancing party in the "rest" Monday evening. October 30. Williams mother of Clarence Williams and sister of Mrs. W. Brown, attended the mortgage burning at the St James' A. M. E. church last Sunday. Mrs. Blanche Robert gave a Dutch lunch Wednesday evening in honor of the Byron brothers. The evening was an enjoyable one. Music and games were some of the features. Those present were Clarence Roy, Harry Tillman, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Lightfoot, Harry Stewart, Miss Jessie Crawford, B. Smith and Miss Jones. H. B. Lyons has returned from Akron and will permanently locate here. Robert Smith of Struthers has moved to Gary, Ind., where he will locate permanently. The body of Addie Delph, aged 10 years, who died Saturday morning after a three Weeks' illness, was taken to Apolia, Pa., Monday morning for burial. She resided at 18 North Stuart street, was a pupil in Wood Stuart school and of St. Mary's Sunday school, and was very active in Christ Mission. She leaves her parents and a large number of relatives and friends to mourn her loss. MT. PLEASANT (By Ebsle M. Newsome) BY Eileen N. Newswire There was a reception given in honor or of Mr. N. Newswire, even gelist, Saturday night at the home of Mr. and Mrs. E. H. Newsome. Those present were Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Bundy, Mr. and Mrs. S. K. Bruce, Mr. and Mrs. William Betts, Mrs. Jesse Jones, Mrs. Johanna Smith, Mr. and Mrs. Albert Moore. Very dainty refreshments were served. Mrs. Alice Toney from Smithfield is visiting relatives here and also in Emerson. Misses Pearl Newswire, Leota Moore, Viola Newman and Blanche Becks were in Emerson Sunday. Mrs. Myrtle Freeman and sister, Mrs. Alice Toney, were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Wilber Freeman. Miss Edith Moore from New York city is visiting relatives here. Mr. and Mrs. O. H. Newswire were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. William Betts. Mrs. Alice V. J. Winston, Mr. and Mrs. O. H. Newswire were at a six o'clock dinner Friday night at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Moore, and also visited Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Bundy's home Sunday evening. Smithfield, Ohio (By Viola Carter) Rev. S. W. White preached an excellent sermon Sunday night from Chronicles 1:10. Miss Olive Washington of Main Street is on the sick list. Mrs. A. J. Guy and son Ellsworth of Steubenville spent from Friday until Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. G. W. Veney of Main Street. Mr. and Mrs. George Harris and family of Chestnut Ridge were the guests of friends here Sunday. We are sorry to say that Mrs. E. H. Harris is indisposed. Miss Sallie Harris and Messrs. James Harris of Urichville and Daniel Bolden of Steubenville and Hays Harris were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Douglass Christian Sunday. Messrs. Thomas Smith and Wilson Smith of McIntyre attended church here on Sunday. Dr. Charles Bundy, D. D., and Rev. S. W. White attended the S. S. at McIntyre Sunday. Mrs. Lucy Peterson of Barnesville is the guest of her daughter, Mrs. Lula Castle of Red Ridge. Mrs. Myers of Barnesville is the guest of friends here. Henry Thomas has moved here on Fanner street. Mr. and Mrs. Edward Smith entertained at 12 o'clock dinner on Saturday, in honor of Mrs. Brown of Brownville, Pa. The following persons were present: Mrs. Brown of Brownville, Pa.; Mr. and Mrs. Jordan Powell, Mrs. Myers of Barnesville, the street and Mrs. Edward West of Mill street, sumptuous repast was served and the day spent pleasantly. Marshall Washington and Benjamin Palmer were the guests of friends in Steubenville Sunday. Rev. D. D. Lewis spent from Saturday until Monday at St. Clairsville, preaching at his church Sunday morning and evening. Mrs. Chauney West was taken to the Gill hospital in Steubenville Saturday. Mrs. Retta Harris and sons of Tanner street gave a 6 o'clock dinner Thursday evening in honor of Mrs. Brown of Brownville, Pa. The following guests were present: Mrs. Brown of Brownville, Pa., and Mrs. Jordan Powell of Fanner street. A very delightful evening was spent in singing and other amusements. Messrs. Ross and Fred Faithful attended the box social here Saturday night. Steubenville, O. (By Stewart F. Cook.) Mrs. Porter and Mrs. Hayes attended the Burgettstown fair on Thursday. Rev. Butler and wife are very grateful to the trustees helpers, members and friends for the surprising and very liberal donation given last Tuesday evening. All are cordially invited to come again. D. Palmer and Miss Ruth Merriman were married last Saturday. The Sampson Sunday school is looking forward to a big rally on Sun- THE COURIER day afternoon. There was quite a large congregation Sunday night and Rev. Grandison preached an excellent sermon. Beul, Harper of Cancunsburg, dined with W. H. Greene on Monday. Mrs. Elizabeth Green has returned from Washington, D. C. Miss Gertrude Howard has been elected christor at Simpson church. The reception that was given in honor of W. H. Howard last Friday night was quite a brilliant affair. The choir of which he had been a successful leader presented him with a handsome watch with his monogram upon it. Those in attendance from a distance were Mr. and Mrs. Zell Kent of Wheeling and Mrs. Amanda Fletcher of Chicago. The Ladies' Aid society of Simpson church met at the home' of Mrs. A. E. Kent on Monday evening with Miss Lena Borshey as hostess. After the business was over a fine luncheon was served. Mrs. Martha Harris is still very ill. Wheeling, W. Va. (By Ela Kennedy) Rev. G. W. W. Jenkins of the Simpson M. E. church delivered an excellent sermon to the Daughters of Sphinx last Sunday evening. Rev. J. T. Farley of the Wayman A. M. E. church preached both morning and evening last Sunday, and at both times showed his ability in such a manner as to make his departure for conference, which is fact approaching, a sad affair for the many friends that anyone possessing such qualities as he could not help making Rev. J. M. Bean of Kepler City, W. Va., preached in the Simpson M. E. church Sunday morning and handled his subject in such a manner that at any time Bean wishes to honor Wheeling with his presence he will be greatly appreciated. W. Va. Clark of Hicklesen Cal., a former resident of Hicklesen, while enroute to his home from from an extensive trip abroad, was the guest of Robert Clark of this city last week Mrs. Eva Garrett, who underwent a successful operation at the City hospital some time ago, was removed to her home last week. A number of little folks were entertained at the residence of Florence Jackson Monday evening in a manner most delightful, to little folks in honor of her birthday anniversary. Those present were Vera Monroe, Adalaiide Jones, Elizabeth Palmer, Georgia Hughes, Eleonora Turner, Bruce Hulsey, Elonora Johnson, Ruth Shannon, Milkred McCollough, Ethel Emmons, Flora Hayes, Mary Sanders, Calvin Smith, Bruce Hulsey,尖加德斯 Turner, Elsworth Williams, William Dennis, Clarence John, Harry Sampson, Ross Skinner, Harry Thomas and Tom Wheeler of Washington, Pa. Don't forget the harvest home festival celebration in the Wayman A. M. E. church Sunday. Services will be held all day. Mrs. Fields of Washington, Pa. was a visitor in the city last week. Earl Jones of Bellaire, who was operated on in the City hospital last week, is doing nicely. William Barbor returned home Wednesday after a two weeks' vacation among friends in Cleveland. Miss Nellie Jackson, a prominent young lady of this city, very tastefully entertained a number of her friends last Friday evening. The evening was spent in various games. The occasion being her birthday anniversary, a number of very pretty and useful presents were given to the hosts. Those present were: Misses Ada Hayes, Bertha Good, Florence Thomas, Maggie Method, Florence White, Marie Powels, Gertrude Pendleton, Lucy Hull, Webb Webb, Abbie Webster, Charlotte Gray, Juila Childs, Clara Steele, Eva Yates, Mrs. Caroline Banks, Measrs. Cleatus Dungeon, Charles Gardiner, Omer Payne, Oscar Winters, Shirley Wade, Juilis Adams, John Henry Gorden, Robert Coles, Ira Johns, Charles Rittenhouse: A quiet but a very pretty wedding took place at the home of Mrs. Thornton W., Coleman at Moundsville last Thursday evening when her mother Mrs. Lucy Wales, and Moses Hosey were united. Both parties are well known in Wheeling. Rev. A. W. W. Jenkins of Simpson M. E. church performed the ceremony. Those present were: Messrs. and "Mesdames James Knoll, Samuel Pendleton, U. W. Newsome of Wheeling, Dr. and Mrs. Sawyers, Mary Coffman of Wheeling, Mrs. Belle Brandon, Miss Virginia Yervel, David Owens and Mr. and Mrs. Coleman. Mrs. Daisy Croft entertained at her home last Friday evening the Ladies' Club. The five brothers, who, while in the city, were stopping at Mrs. Mamle Coffman's, were certainly greatly appreciated by the Negro race of the city, which they represented in the musical line. When Beacher "Hollered." Coming home from the morning service one Sunday Dr. Beecher threw himself on a lounge and said, in a tone of deep dejection: "I believe that was the worst sermon I ever preached." One of his daughters protested that she had seldom heard him when he was more energetic. "Oh, yes," was the impatient reply. "When I haven't anything to say I always holler."—The Outlook. Only a Cow-Corner They were discussing a United States senator who had been a railroad attorney before he became a statesman and who, many thought, had not given up his job when he assumed his toga. "It's all rot!" said a man who knows the senator. "He never was a railroad attorney except to go out and try damage cases. Why, all that man ever was a coworker?" No Escape. "These New York doctors and dentists put up a game on their patients that makes the ben-and-egg proposition seem as easy as A, B, C," said the man who complained that he hasn't been "feeling just right." "The other day I consulted a doctor. He said he could do nothing for me till I got my teeth fixed, so my digestion would improve, but when I went to the dentist he recommended he sent me back to the doctor because it wasn't worth while to work on my teeth until my general system got toned up, so they caught me coming and going." AFRO-AMERICAN CULLINGS The "St. Louis Globe-Democrat" regards as foolish the talk, now rife among Oklahoma negroes, about emigrating to Liberia. "Race troubles are taking place in some parts of Oklahoma," it says, "as they have taken place in many other states, some of them in the north. But the remedy is not deportation, voluntary or forcible. The black man is an American. His forefathers were brought here without their consent, and this is their country now, just as it is the country of the white men who are here." It is refreshing and reassuring to read from such a source that this is the negro's country. That other sentiment, "this is the white man's country," has been swelling in volume and popularity of late, however we always had a sneaking opinion that it belonged to the men who can use the opportunities offered in the strenuous art of getting the most out of life. The Globe-Democrat thinks the negro problem, once grave, is becoming less and less serious partly by reason of the dispersion of negroes throughout the north and west, and because of decrease in negro population relatively to that of the whites. The negroes suffer from a higher death rate than do the whites, and there are no black immigrants. Speaking of the strong race prejudice north as well as south, as evidenced by lynchings and burnings in one section as in the other, our contemporary says: "Yet the turning point must come soon. Taking the country as a whole, the turning point has already come. The relations between the races, if we take the country in general, are much less hostile than they were shortly after the Civil war. Fewer massacres take place in the south now than then. Public sentiment is beginning to reach out after Lynchers. Moreover the south realizes that it needs the negroes in its industrial scheme. For good or ill the American negro's place is in America, and probably as the years pass his lot here will become less unpleasant than it has been hitherto." We noted some of our prominent farmers, said to be worth between two and five thousand apiece, stealing in the back of the fim crow restaurants and eating houses operated by people who did not care for their trade, where he had to eat in the kitchen among greasy cans, slop and all manner of refuse. Next door was a nicely equipped colored eating house, which gave first-class accommodation for their color only. They practice non-support, not only in this business, but in most every available business operated by colored men. The grocery store, the supply store, etc. But there is one good thing that some of the men of the other race are gradually driven him back to his people. The white barber would not dare hide him or cut his hair. He has quit doctoring him and pulling his teeth. He has refused to bury him, and some of the grocery men have refused to accept his trade. Are you waiting on the white man to drive you to your race? (A good idea, it is.) Can you not see that your people need your support? The time is at hand that your people need your help. For instance, take our farming element who spend thousands of dollars yearly in supplying their wants, and suppose they would spend this money with their own colored merchants, then we would be financially strong to help or support any movement of benefit to the race. Don't wait to be driven to the line, but be men and line up for a stronger race by giving your own people your support. — Palestine (Tex.) Plain-dealer. Our people spend as much or more money in riding around over the railroads than any people in this country. Much of this spending is unnecessary. They lope across the country to some big convention where they have no voice and are not needed. The big church conventions are the ones attended most. The preachers or proposed representatives work and "saw" on their struggling members until they receive a bountiful pile from them to bear their expenses, and live in ease on their distant journey and they don't do a "kleckle" worth of good for the struggling slaves he left behind. Oh; men be considerate, be humane and let your under man live. Because he was not born or drifted in your position do not trample him, let him live. If he must be your tool deal moderately with him and let him have a showing.—Palestine Plaindealer. The negroes of Nashville and Tennessee, we are proud to say, are getting out of the habit of allowing some one to pay their poll tax. In the coming city election that will be held on the 12th of October, every negro man in Nashville ought to vote, and vote intelligently. He should not ask anybody to enable him to be a voter, but he should go down in his pocket and take his money and buy the privilege for himself, then he can exercise it as to his best judgment—Nashville Globe. Every day's doings convince the negro that he must prepare himself to meet his fellow man on an equal footing in everything he undertakes. No matter how strong the tide may be running against you now, if you will meet the emergency manly and intelligently, you will be able in time to beat down all barriers and force the most uncompromising foes to acknowledge that you have won your place to recognition—Newport News Star. Have your money, purchase a nice home or a good farm. When the roll is called on the first day of accounting with mankind, those who have served their Master will alice his less fortunate children will probably occupy a high place, says a writer in Collier's Weekly. And those who know the history of Jackson, Mam., firmly believe that she will sit in a reserved seat on that day. Since 1875 this old negro woman has absolutely unmade and in the face of defeats, obstacles and disappointments enough to have crushed any one but a person sustained by a divine faith, raised to manhood and womanhood 108 orphan waltz—white and black! She has a queer, hotspot collection of shanties, built by herself and some of the boys she has raised, adding a room at a time as her family grew. She used scrap plank, bits of goods brown, old corrugated iron, the cans with the solder melted out and flattened. The rooms are crowded close together down back of the power plant at Jackson, on land owned by a railroad; and she is allowed to retain it at a paralyx nominal rent. Shading the house, or house, are two immense weeping willow trees. With her own hands she planted, in 1872, the switches from which they grew. "Don't the negroes help you any'? asked the reporter. "You are helping the race by taking these little wails and making good citizens of them." "Naw, suh, niggers is got no use for me, 'opp' to push some po' lille' chill on on me day dawn' want. I ahl' fancy eruanf for niggers; hit's di yer fuzzy business dat catches 'em. I raises dase yee chillens ter wuck an' be honez 'an' spect' ter day betters, an' ter be some 'count. Now, if I raised 'em ter sit croun' wid red dresses on an' pink ribbons in day hair, an' do nunu', maybe some or does hyar nigger preschers 'd come around an' have or kine wnd for me—but no money. Naw, I doan' spect no help, an' spelly from my color. I fight sld out twell I die, an' do de bes' I kin, an' de good Lord won' expect no more of me dan I kin do, wen' I am doin' mer level bes', 'cordin' ter what I is an' has, will he' Some preachers seem to think that they were predestined from all eternity to indulge in sing-song preaching, and that a sermon cannot reach the beard of their hearers except through this method. In this way the people have been led to ignore sense for sound. It matters little now whether a preacher talks sense to his audience since he has the ability to "mean," as his anxious hearers gratefully call it. It seems never to enter into the back side of his head that he is making the weak weaker, and that his followers are giving themselves over to the belief that it is all in sound. It is painful to know how easily most of our people are carried away by mere sound. The sermons which we are forced sometimes to listen to have made the impression upon us that the condition of our people in some cases is hopeless. What are we to hope for when our best men—our young men who ought to be "strong" because they are fresh from the colleges and seminaries and placed under the gospel yoke, so trained as to "rightly" divide "the word of truth"—will persist in this kind of sing-song preaching? They ought not to do it unless they can imagine the Lord Jesus and his apostles resorting to that kind of thing; and if they can so imagine then we pity their imagination. The white preachers of the old day preached in this style, but their later preachers rose above it, and now it cannot be heard anywhere among the people of the white race. Why cannot negro preachers take the same consideration and put down this "whang-doodling?" "Epiphany is joined to his idols," but we are determined not to "let him alone" until we can put in motion some influence that will prove a stumbling block to this preaching with sound without sense. — Southern Ploughman. A well-known revivalist whose work has been principally among the negroes of a certain section of the south remembers one service conducted by him that was not entirely successful. He had had very poor attendance, and spent much time in questioning the darkies as to their reason for not attending. "Why were you not at our revival?" he asked one old man, whom he encountered on the road. "Oh, I dunno," said the backward one. "Don't you ever pray?" demanded the preacher. The old man shook his head. "No," said he; "I carries a rabbit's foot." Call off there, and stop your knocking. Learn the law of your fraternity and be governed by it. Learn the law of your church and keep the law. Don't insist on being the great I AM in everything, and everywhere; remember the world got on first rate before you came and has some chance of running a day or two after you are gone. Baltimore Afro-American. More effective and materialistic than Banquo's ghost; as irresistible as in intelligence, industry and worthy ambition can inspire, and as sure of a lofty place in the scheme of the world's great affairs as the inexorable law of God has decreed and given assurance of to those who. 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Centrally located. 2008 Wythe avenue. Rates reasonable. CCS established house. Mia, Ada Palmer, Propietrama FOR SALE Houses and lots and farms and business locations. Write T. H. Payne. Will give all particulars and will sell on the best of terms, with small payment downp. Thomas H. Payne, 185 East Federal street, Youngtown, Ohio, Bell phone 3126, new phone 1482 Main. FOR SALE Two building lots worth $600; for quick sale will sell at $200 each; easy terms, North Side. Please address F. W., 3652 Evergreen Ave., N. S. Rooming House centrally located and doing a good business. Well furnished. Best of reasons for selling at great meridian. Inquire at once. 1012 Wylie Avenue. Salt production about the oldest industry in the world. In Italy, the cradle of the salt industry, it has been manufactured commercially for 2,500 years. Salt is so necessary to existence that in some parts of the world tribes will sell the members of their families in exchange for salt. Salt has been the cause of war, and so important has it always been considered that in some places the passing of salt is established as a token of friendship, and women throw salt on a vissee as a friendly greeting. In some countries salt is so scarcely that it is obtained through the aches of grasses and a species of palm and other plants. While salt is produced in almost every country in the world, it is created that nowhere can salt of such quality be obtained at anything like the cost of mining as in Louisiana—Missouri turtle's Record. --- WHY SHOULD WE EDUCATE OUR CHILDREN? AN ABLE. EDITORIAL BY R. D. JOHNSON OF EMMETT, AR- / KANSAS. While passing through a rural district a few Sundays ago, we note this motto on the church wall: "We must educate." This motto gave us reflection over quite a number of reasons for education and gave us a stimulus to think along that line. You have no doubt heard of the word education quite a number of years, and maybe you have heard it explained in the sense that we are to use it in this discussion it means to train the mind or to conduct the mind or to lead the mind out to its fullest extent. There are possibly many ways in which the mind may be trained; in the schoolroom by the teacher, at home by reading, in traveling by observation. We will not question which of the many ways of training is the best. The question is, why should be educate our children? might be asked any of you, and there is not one of you that could not give some reason why. We say educate them because it makes them accurate observers of the things around them. The child's mind is plastic and very easily molded in the way in which the trained mind sees fit to shape it. Nothing in human nature is more open to impressions than the child's mind. The little babe sees a beautiful rose and stretches forth its chubby hands to grasp it. It no sooner has the rose but that it begins to pick it to pieces, sometimes noticing each petal. This keen observation in the child, if rightly developed, means more to its after life than you might now think. In the schoolroom the child observes the teacher and more or less imitates the teacher. The teacher's actions live in the life of the child. Constant attention to the teacher and her work makes the child an accurate observer in the schoolroom. The ideas of the teacher inculcated in the child, teach it to observe things on the way home from school to home. It takes notice of the many things around in its circle of activity and reports its new discoveries to the teacher. This exercise gives it a great opportunity to observe the things at home and in what way many of them are used. We often look at the locomotive as it passes us with its train of cars and wonder how much power is stored up in it. Human intelligence delights to contemplate powerful things. Just as we admire the exhibition of power in the great mechanical creations of man, so we like to see children with power of the will, the power of thought and the power of action. Education gives the child the power of will. The child, in coming in contact with our children, gains a power of doing things that it would not get otherwise. This power makes it exercise its will more or less, thus giving it will power. The child's study of conditions around, itself gives the child certain conclusions; these conclusions are reached by the exercise of thought power. The execution of ideas and deductions of the child give it the power of action. Thus it is that we should educate the child because of the above facts. Our minds are somewhat agitated when we bear or read of some foul deed committed in our community or in our county or state. Did you ever think that the man or woman who committed the deed was a grown-up child? Give the child a chance to learn something and it will create in the child the love for beautifying the home. It will stimulate its passivity into activity so that the child will take an interest in the community life. As the child develops its circle of interests grows larger until it takes in the welfare of the county and state. Since the man or woman is a developed child, let the child get the proper training and you will have better citizens. Thinking people are those people who make progress along all lines. Even the laborer, if he does not think will find himself using his best strength in vain. The farmer who does not think in seed time will stand very little chance of reaping when harvest time comes. The teacher, if he or she does not make the best preparation possible while training themselves for their work, will fall short of realizing their cherished ambition of helping the child's life. Thus it is that we should educate our children to make them better in every way. We should educate our children because it gives them a better grasp on a practical Christian life. Our race of all races needs to learn, yes, not only learn, but put into practice our Christian principles so that our daily lives will measure up to our Sunday testimonials to our Christian steadfastness. This can be best accomplished through the means of education. Send your child to school. Let it get mental power in the great storehouse of knowledge and the exercise of his mental powers will greatly aid him to rightly interpret God's Holy Writ, and from this interpretation his life will be built up in that. high atmosphere of usefulness, not only to himself but to his community and to the Creator of the universe. from our observation of children and their habits, we say train them while they are young. Let them have a chance. Is the cultivation of a cotton crop more valuable than that training which the child receives in the schoolroom? Are the few dollars you save by keeping them out of school A little bank in the south blew up one day and a bank examiner came down to look it over. As he was working he noticed an old negro walking back and forth in front of the bank, stopping each trip to look anxiously at the door. The examiner finally went out and asked: "What's the matter with you?" "Boss," the negro replied, "I done had forty-eight dollars in dat bank." "Oh well, you mustn't worry. Banks making you any richer? Do not some of you crave for the chance your children now enjoy? Then give them a chance. Since education makes the children accurate observers of conditions around them and since it cultivates the mind to love the home, to be active in the school and district, and since it develops the power of will, thought and action, and since it makes better citizens and leads them into a life of usefulness, we say, if you would maintain your place in the present civilization; if you would compete with other races in this struggle for existence, educate your children. MONEY AND CHARACTER MONEY AND CHARACTER YOUNG MEN OF THE NEGRO RACE ARE AROUSED TO THE BLESS-EDNESS OF THE ALMIGHTY Whatever the older men among negroes might have thought of the value and power of money in its relation to the problem of the American negro, it is a very certain fact that the younger men, those who are about getting the whip hand in race affairs, are thoroughly aroused to the blessedness of the almighty dollar. They are not only aroused in this respect, but they holdly crow the American dollar not only as almighty, but as the only thing that is mighty at all. We do not like to have our strong young men feel this way about money, but that is the one way they do feel, and that is the only way they can feel about it, for the dollar mark in American life is the only mark that spells power and position. We have all of us fell to preaching money here of late with eloquence and zeal, stressing, as we ought to do, the need of money in the terrible battle we are called on constantly to wage, but we have unfortunately omitted to preach the need also of character. From the lips of one of the most successful of young colored men we heard that the only solution to the vexations that trouble our hearts was money, money, and more money. He spoke no ill speech, but the belief that was is him. He is a typ. With his growing kind arguments in support of character as also a necessary element in the solution for which we all of us labor are words wasted. This is bad, bad for the race, bad for the children and worse for the future. No money-changer can of himself live, and no money-changing people can of themselves develop the power of a permanent growth. Behind the dollar is the man, and if behind the dollar there is neither man nor hope of him, of what use is it? Hand in hand with our material growth, a growth upon which we do well to dwell, must go also the moral and spiritual growth of us; the determination that we shall merit all that the dollar can buy, and the preparation that will enable us to enjoy in no superficial sense whatever is bought. What is character? The ancients were up against that question, and came out the worse for the battle. There are, however, certain fundamental principles in correct living, and, therefore, in correct development, that are debatable not even among those who at the drop of the hat are ready to debate upon the color of longitude or the shape of water. These principles are not alone for the preacher, nor the learned, but are at the hands of all who may seek them. Honesty, honor, determination, patience, toil, temperance, self-control—upon these as stepping-stones men may rise to higher things. "If we can give the French character we can make France free," remarked a statesman who had seen the revolution turn France from a madhouse of blood into a state of free men. The French, one of the wealthiest of peoples and the intellect of Europe, needed character, according to one of them, to make them a well-rounded people. The American negro needs money, and he needs much of it. He needs more than he can get hold of honestly in the next century, but he needs character more than money. His friends, in the race and out of it, will tell him this whether he likes it or not. The theme of the preacher, the subject of the writer, the command of the leader, and the word of the teacher, in season and out of season, ought to be money and character, today and tomorrow. But the greater of these is character. HIS CHRISTMAS CHECK. Al Ryan, the hospital fint glass worker of Lockport, N. Y., and formerly organizer of the Socialist local at that place, was being congratulated by the boys at the glass factory. "Yes," said Al. "my uncle out in Tiffin is mighty good to me. The day before Christmas he sent me a check for $100, just as a little Christmas gift." After the usual congratulatory comments had been duly made all around, Al added: "Yes. he certainly is a fine old fellow. In the postscript if his letter containing the check he said: "Dear Al, if you manage to get this check cashed, please send me $4. I need a pair of shoes."—Coming Nation. GREAT RELIEF "Gee, aint it a great relief when you've been suffering from a toothache to summon up your courage and go to a dentist and have it over with?" "I guess so. Did the dentist relieve you?" "You bet. He wasn't in!"—Toledo Blade. fail frequently, you know. It is nothing unusual. We'll make an examination and you'll get all that is coming to you. Didn't you ever hear of a bank blowing up before?" "Yes, sir; I done hear tell of it. But, boss, this yer is de fust time I evah had one blow up right in mah face."—Saturday Evening Post. The man who never agrees with one, and the one who always agrees, are two types beyond the pale of pleasant communication. POETRY of and by Our People AN ODE TO A FRIEND. (By Stella H. Smothers.) Four hips, sped, dear, Since last we met: And still we are fond friends, and have no regret. For amid the joys, and sorrows too. We both have remained ever faithful and true. 2. Time has not yet changed us, or drifted us apart; Ah! even a thought of it. Causes a pang in my heart. For what would we do, without each other near: One to comfort the other, and help banish the tear. 3. Best friend of my life, ever faithful and true. Whose word to begin life, all anew. Whose kind words and deeds. Are ever fresh in mind. Encouraging me onward, all of the time. 4. Such friendship as yours, is help and care. Making me stronger, and more willing to dare. Causing the sunlight to shine in bright rays of joy upon me. Thereby making my gloomy days Brighter days through thee. 5. Saving our joys and sorrows alike: Striving to help each other with all our God grant that such friendship may nev. RELIGION IS SO DIFFERENT NOW Religion is so different now, From what it used to be. The old time way of serving God Alas no more we see. They worshipped in an old log house No carpet on the floor; But yet they had a happy time For a couple of hours or more. Oh how they made the building ring With songs of love and praise; They had no organ or paid choir In those old by-gone days. The old-time presacher of the "word" Would speak with tremulous voice. Yet oh, the words the good man spoke Would make the saints rejoice. But things are very different now, The house is grand and great; The singing by a choir is led And must be up-to-date. The presacher speaks but a short time And that in flowing style. With a display of rhetoric The moments to beguile. Yes things are very different now From what they used to be; I can but like the old time way It's good enough for me. THE DEAD. Who are the Dead? Are they the souls who, questing, forth have fared Through the loose doors of their frail tessements? Who tarried not for staff, nor wine, nor bread? Who in the stress of Night their bosoms bared bared, Despite our bitter tears, our fond la- Who Are they the souls who, from their larger view Regard with quiet eyes our foolish ways? Marvel that we should seek to stay, instead Of speeding them to their environs now? And smile to see the pulchers we raise? Are they the Dead? Who are the Dead? Say, rather, are not we in full-sensed Bound by our sickly fears, our outxorn creeds That stranely speak of faith—we, who are led Apart from Love, by selfish alms and strife. Stifed, enelaved, undone by our misdeeds— Are not we Dead? —Adelaide Guthrie, in the Outlook. LOVE'S ANOMALY I thought that the highway of love was pleasant. Merry with music and very fair: 9 A-nilhime sunbeams and soft with sunlight. Sweet with the perfume of roses rare. I know that the highway of love is reply. Scattered with rose petals bruised and torn. Shimmer with tears that our knowledge brings up. Bake with the phantoms of dreams forlorn. And yet were I back where our love awakened. Back to the days when my dreams were sweet, And you were to open your arms in pleading- Ask me to choose where the crossroads meet- With peace I would travel that hard way over. Knowing the road was my paradise. What matter the pain or the toll and trouble? Life holds its meaning within your eyes- Caroline Reynolds. TO A PRISONER. Imprisoned bird, how canst thou sing As if it was early morn. And from the blue 'oer sparkling fields Thy song was born? Thy world is now a little cage Hung on the dusty street. And with the sound of heavy wheels Thy strains compete. Ah, if thou canst from just the rays That on thy prison fail Find and float forth thy happiness— So may we all! So may we all for little things Pour out our hearts in praise In the sun that what we have Fondling days. IN PLAIN WORDS. Father (to his daughter whom he sees whispering to her mother)—Elise, how often have I told you not to do that? Speak out if you want anything. Elise—Well, father, I wanted to know why the woman near me has such a red nose—Fliegende Blaetter. Some self-made men would improve if sent to another factory. Gentle is as gentlemanly does. THE COURIER NEGROES OF NEW ORLEANS PURCHASE SITE FOR ANOTHER SCHOOL BUILDING — SCHOOL BOARD, IMPRESSED WITH EFFORTS OF NEGROES AND DECIDE TO ERECT BUILDING. New Orleans, La.-The New Orleans school board has decided to grant the colored people of the Seventh ward a public school for their children. The negro citizens of the ward have organized an educational league and under the auspices of the organization recently gave an entertainment for the purpose of raising funds with which to buy a place for the creation of a public school building. Over one thousand dollars has been raised and paid on account of a public school building. November 15 the payment will be Increased to $1,800. The school officials have been very much impressed with the efforts of the negro citizens to secure a school in the Seventh ward and have decided to put up a school building on the property recently purchased by the colored citizens. The new institution will increase the number of colored schools in the state of Louisiana to 1,944, and the number of school properties turned over to the state by negroes for school purposes to 642. According to the last report of the state superintendent, there are 2,532 schools in the state for white children. Of this number of school properties, the white people have furnished 433 and the state 1,917. It will be seen that the whites have not given as much property to the state for school purposes as have the colored, but have received more from it than have the colored by very large odds. It is said that the school board has selected for the present and until a building has been put up on the place bought by the colored people, a building with something like twenty rooms on Allen and Miro streets and will put eight teachers in it to accommodate the Seventh ward colored children. The name the board will give the school is the Miro school. The Seventh Ward Educational league is headed by Rev. Alfred Lawless, Jr. pastor of Straight University chapel, one of the most treeless and energetic members of the race in the city of New Orleans as well as one of the best equipped, educationally speaking. It is reported that he will be offered the principalship of the new school. Helping him in the work of getting the school were Dr. I. J. Kane, first vice-president; Walter H. Adams, second vice-president; John T. James, secretary; Anthony Doublet, financial secretary; Louis Maspero, treasurer, and Joseph Wiltz, sergeant-at-arms, officers of the league. In New Orleans there are eleven primary schools for colored citizens, and even in some of the wards there is no school for negro children. There are seventeen wards and only eleven schools for colored children in the whole city and parish. This does not include private schools or schools maintained by churches and societies. The colored people are doing a considerable amount of self-help and their children are not growing up in ignorance as much as some people might suppose they are under such ignoring of them by the state as the hindicap shows. ANOTHER COLLEGE TURNED OVER TO NEGRO MANAGERS. Jackson, Miss.—In keeping with its policy of turning its large negro schools over to the management of negroes as soon as practicable, the American Baptist Home Mission society has recently named Z. T. Hubert president of Jackson college, located here. This fact, together with the installation of Prot. John Hope, president of Atlanta Baptist college, and turning over Roger Williams university to the negroes, gives the society a warmer place in the hearts of the negroes in the south, whom for so long a time it has helped and educated. Professor Hubert, who is one of the most advanced representatives of the educated young negro, succeeds Dr. Luther G. Barrett, who was president for 47 years. By his coming an all-negro faculty will be in charge of the work of Jackson college. The new president was born and reared in Georgia and understands thoroughly the economic and educational needs of his people. He is an alumnus of Atlanta Baptist college as a teacher in the State Agricultural college of Florida, and his long business connection with the home mission schools in Atlanta commended him to the society as the man peculiarly fitted for the work in Mississippi. The Seattle Searchlight. J. H. Torbert Killed. Barnesville, Ga.—J. H. Torbert, the most prominent negro of this part of Georgia, died at his home at Piedmont as the result of an injury received when his horse ran away with his buggy on his way from Barnesville to his home. Torbert had been financial agent of the Industrial School for Negroes at Fort Valley for many years and frequently made trips to the north, where he succeeded in getting all the money he wanted. He was an unusually intelligent negro, was well thought of among the white people, as well as with his own race, and had accumulated a valuable estate, owning a magnificent two-story home at Piedmont. His unfortunate death is deplored throughout this section of the state. BARE FACED. "What was the best job you ever had?" inquired the first barber. "I once shaved a man," replied the second barber. "Go on." "Then I persuaded him to have a hair cut, shampoo, facial massage, singe, sea-foam, electric buzz, tarspray and tonic rub." "What then?" "By that time he had reached another shave."—Tit-Bita. A union meeting in which all the members and congregations of all the churches of Sewickley are invited to take part will be held at St John's A. M. E. church on Sunday afternoon. What a happy condition of affairs when churches of different denominations to unite in a joint meeting once a month. In the evening Rev. Wilkes preaches his farewell sermon before going to conference. The concert held at St John's A. M. E. church last Thursday, stewing the 12th, was a suitor's. The selections rendered by Prof. Norris' quartet received. Wilson's band made the air ring with some choice music. The duet sang by Messrs. Porter and Norris was excellently rendered, the trombone solo by Fetcher Brown was well received. To Swickley came the sad news that Charles Gykerson, a well known resident of this place, had departed this life. It was not entirely unexpected as he had been in bad health for more than a year and had been absent from here in hopes of regaining his former health. He has lived a long useful life in Swickley. His reputation as an orator and debater and politician spread even outside of Allegheny county. He only took part on the side which he heartily felt was right, for that reason his arguments carried great weight. I am sure there are senators and congressmen at our nation's caitol who wish such an oratorical temperament which he possessed. "Always a defender of his race and race enterprise, he will be sadly missed by every Swickleyan. He was staunch member of the Grand United Order of Odd Fellows, also Knight of Pythias. He is survived by two brothers, Beverly of Swickley, Edward a policeman of Pittsburgh, orc sister, Mrs. Isabelle Grandson of Edgeworth, a wife, four daughters, Carrie, Mrs. Amanda Goodman, Elsie, Adda and one son, Regenaid. All reside in Swickley with the exception of Mrs. Goodman, who resides in Tennessee. The funeral services were held in St. Mathews A. The chapel was held in The Odd Fellows and Knights of Pythias largely attended. The pallbearers were selected, three each from the Odd Fellows and K of P.'s as foli John Curtis, David Curtis, John Banson, James Jones, Samuel Landis. Interment in the Swickley cemetery. Miss Mary Parker of the Staunton Farmer, called on the Sewickay correspondent (Teddy) on Wednesday and reports that the bridge over the river helps their business. Rev. Henry Durham, pastor of St. Mathews A. M. E. Z. church was presented a handsome hat to be worn to the general conference which convenes at Charlesville, N. C., in May. Mr. Orlander Sharp was picked up in unconscious condition Monday after a fall on Walnut streets. He is improving now and will soon be around again. BRADDOCK. PA. (By Mrs. Mary C. Hamilton.) Bell Phone 201-R. P. & A. Phone 895-1. Mrs. C. O. Hawkins, Mr. and Mrs. Jos. Walker attended the funeral services of Mrs. Grase Mason of Monnessen, Pa., last Sunday. Mrs. Mary Greene of Center street, died last Friday and was buried on Monday from the New Hope Baptist church of which she was a consistant Christian and faithful worker of the same. Mrs. Green departed this life in the full triumph of the spirit and leaves behind her a bright and shining light. She leaves to mourn her loss a husband, a brother and eight children, three boys and five girls. Rev. J. H. Dwelley defiled, later rev. was made the Monongahela cemetery, by the Rev. Dr. Druelle and Mrs. Dora Perry, presd cret of the Missionary society, left for Philadelphia, Pa., to attend the Balloon convention. The Rev. J. G. Robinson of Atlanta, Ga. will preach at the Corry Avenue, A. M. E. church on Sunday at 3 p. m. In the evening at 7:45 Dr. J. E. Morris will preach his final conference year sermon and leave for conference on Tuesday, the 24th, which sits in Canonsburg, Pa. May success crown him in his reports and return him to this work. The elocutionary prize contest given at the Corey Avenue A. M. E. last Monday evening under the management of Mrs. Ada Wells, Chas. F. Champlain and Wade L. Dickason was a grand success in every particular. Seating accommodation was at a prefium. It was most, successful ever held since the administration of Rev. W. N. Young. The first prize which was a ladies' gold watch was awarded to Miss Lizzie Robinson, of Homestead, Pa.; second, a gold-headed silk umbrella, was awarded to Ma. Lillian M. Saunders, Monesess Pa., the ticket prizes have not yet been made as the returns from the sale of tickets have not all been reported yet. Wade L. Dickason was the general manager and much credit is due him. Mrs. Lillian M. Saunders of Monesess was the guest of her mother, Mrs. Walter Davis, during the elocutionary prize contest. Mrs. Lilian Washington of North Side, Pittsburgh, and her friend from the West End, wore the guests of Mrs. R. H. Jones, Sixth street, on last Sunday afternoon. The quarterly meeting services at the Corey Avenue A. M. E. church was a grand success in every particular. The Rev. W. Hall of the First M. E. church left his own congregation, came, and preached for the Rej. E. Morris at 3 p.m.; thereby demonstrating his Christian spirit and brotherly love toward Dr. Morris and his parish. Rev. Dr. D. S. Penty, presiding elder of the Allegheny district, and Rev. Dr. Blackburn and congregation, were also present in the afternoon and Presidian Elder Burry was present and applauded at 7:15 p.m. Grant Burry of Wilkinsburg has been confined to the house with a strained ankle. The famous annual old Virginia game dinner at the Corey Avenue A. M. E. church is on foot again. Preference ourselves for the feast. Mrs. Rosey Brown and Alice Burrell of Wilkinson, Pa. took dinner with Mrs. M. C. Hamilton of Sixth street, last Sunday. We are leased to note that Dr. Samuel Howard is out again and has resumed his practice. The meeting of the Deaconest union which was held in the Corey Avenue A. M. E. church on Thursday. October 12, was the best session that FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, ADDRESS PRESIDENT, NATIONAL RELIGIOUS TRAINING SCHOOL, DURHAM, N.C. A. L. Ballard PHONES Bell, 3844 J Highland P. & A., 891-X Help Wanted at Over $1,500,000 Paid WE WANT INSURANCE We help our staff to success THE PELICAN MUTUAN Incorporated in Pennsylvania THOMAS T. 806-808 Wylie Avenue, Smith B Bell I phone 910-1-J Grant Agents wanted has been held since its organization. They are gradually growing stronger and stronger and some day they will be able to take themselves seen, heard and felt. There were a few visitors present from a distance. The next session will be held in Euclid Avenue A. M. E. church, East End, Pittsburgh. Rev. S. A. Williams of Sewickley, was the guest of Mrs. R. H. Jones of Sixth street, last Friday and Saturday. Mrs. Lizzie Bryss of Monongahela. Pa. spent a few days with the Rev Dr. and Mrs. J. E. Morris on her return from a tour through Indiana and Hinois. Mother Joelies of the Old Ladies Home on Lexington avenue, East End. Pittsburgh, the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Paul L. Dickerson of Pitcher court street, greeting her many guests in Braiddick, who are always guid to see her and among whom she is always welcome. Deacon Frank Williams of Sewickley, was the guest of Mrs. Hattle Frazier, 537 Sixth street, last Monday evening. DAYTON, O. The Y. P. A. gave a reception at Eaker Street A. M. E. church parsonage on Friday evening, in honor of the pastor's return, Rev. Primmus Alston. The house was beautifully decorated with pink and white and green foliage. Music and games were the features of the evening. Mrs. John Smith and daughter, Miss Ethel Smith of Columbus, spent Sunday here with the former's sister, Mrs. Robt. Napper. The Missionary society met at A. M. E. Zion church on Sunday, p. m. Rev. T. W. Mills, pastor. Gilbert Evans of Columbia street gave his wife, Mrs. Martha Evans, a very beautiful surprise last Wednesday evening at their home. An elegant supper was served and many beautiful presents were received. Dusky flowers added to last Monday evening in honor of Mrs. Sheman of Chicago, the following persons: Mrs. Sherman, the Boone, Mrs. Mallory and son, Rev. and Mrs. Alston and Mrs. Alexander. James Robinson's member of Eaker street church, funeral was conducted at the church by Rev. Alston. He was a highly respected citizen and a good member. He leaves a wife, four sons, three daughters and a great number of relatives and friends. Mrs. Rossie Wills and Mrs. E. C. Alston were guests to the Lakes Wednesday Afternoon club which met at Mrs. Chapman. Mrs. Emma Jackson gave a reception at her home on Saturday evening from 2 to 6 in honor of Mrs. Farrow of Chicago, Mrs. D. White of Chicago, and Mrs. in the driveway. Mrs. Becley is quite at the home of Mrs. Emma Jackson on Cavoy street. Earl Rolls of Poua, was in the city on Sunday. Born to Mr. and Mrs. Richard of Prumm street, a baby. The Steakdesses of Eaker Street church will hold a supper at the church on October 28. Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Robinson have moved into their raw home on Middle street. Mrs. Eid Cheeks of Oxford, and her cousin from --- Branch Office 920 FEDERAL ST., NORTH SIDE P. & A. Phone 459 North and Help Given in Benefits to Date INSANCE SALESMAN in number of valuable ways LIFE INSURANCE CO. May 9, 1870. Call or write J. JACKSON 1, Suite 1-2-3-4, Pittsburgh, Pa. in every part of Pennsylvania Artist Johnson House and Sign Painter. Show Card Printing. Tin Signs Painting. Scenery Painting. Picture Painting. Chinaware Painting. Wagon Painting. Penmanship Enlarging Pictures and Decorating of all kind. At a reasonable price. Please Come and See Me. 91 TOWNSEND STREET Office Hours Daily—9 to 12 a. m., 2 to 5 p. m., 7 to 8 p. m. Sunday by appointment only. DR. LOUIS MCDOWELL, D. M. OSTEOPATHIC PHYSICIAN. 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