Pittsburgh Courier

THIS PAPER IS NOW READ BY 10,000 COLORED PEOPLE WEEKLY THE PITTSBURGH COURIER. FEATURES OF THE OCCASION Nation Wide Interest Manifested In the Able Boston Lawyer Who Holds a High Position In President Taft's Administration—Makes Strong Pleas For Race Unity. BY OLIVER RANDOLPH. Washington—William H. Lewis, assistant attorney general of the United States, was banqueted Monday night, Nov. 27, in the auditorium of True Reformers' hall by over 150 enthusiastic banqueters. The hall was decorated with flags and hunting. A large portrait of President Taft was in the center of a cluster of American flags. The William Reins orchestra played patriotic air. In the galleries were fashionably dressed ladies of the capital's smart set looking down upon the scene of festivity and excitement. Charles D. Hall, a prominent cousin of all but who was chairman of the committee of management, presented Professor L. M. Hosshaw as the master of the evening. This marked the beginning of the toasts of the evening, which, in point of wit andquence, have never been excelled around banquet board at the nation's capital. "Three chers for Lewis." These were given with a gusto that marked the high tide of the evening's enthusiasm. "This has been the happiest moment of my life," said Mr. Lewis when he began his remarks. "Today is my forty-third birthday. In crossing the meridian, the equator of life, I am glad to have had with me such a goodly company of friends and comrades. You have certainly given me a warm time. I knew I had arrived at the chloroform age by your attempts to Olserize me. Never before, sir, have I received from men of my own race such a splendid testimonial of their esteem and regard. I assure you that it touches me most deeply and places me under triple bonds of gratitude and service. "If only we could have true friendship and comradeship of even those gathered here, with faith, in them- HON. WILLIAM H. LEWIS. selves and their fellows, indeed we should have the most splendid race the sun ever shone upon. "We could make divine our country here; but, as Daniel O'Connell said, speaking of the Irish race more than half a century ago, 'God knows I speak of the saddest race the sun sees.' So I speak tonight for the most distracted race that the sun sees, a race torn by bitter dissensions, factional feuds and strife. 'I plead today for friendship for comradeship between men who desire and are striving for the same thing and the same high ideals of life. We seldom realize that comradeship is the great dynamic force of human progress. The comradeship of Jesus of Nazareth and the twelve disciples made possible our glorious Christian civilization. "The evolution of true human democracy and human brotherhood has been going on for centuries, and the process is still going on and will continue until everywhere the world over man to man, a brother shall be for a that, for a that. The time will come when the world will little care for the man of race or color, but will grate him just in proportion as he has made his life useful and honorable and has contributed in the smallest degree to the progress and uplift of humanity. "This honour, this honor, Mr. Toast master, I cannot and will not take as purely personal. It was meant as much for the office as the man. The high honor of which I hold the more naked title was meant for you, and the words of our president, 'as a recognition of the progress of the race and an encouragement for the future.' I am only the conduit, a mere accident. I have only one ambition—so to administer the office as to justify the president's selection and the best-toward of this honor upon our race and so to act in all things as not only not to reflect any discredit upon the administration and the race and country, but to reflect the highest possible credit there may be in my humble ability. "I ask you to rise and drink the toast to the president of the United States, our country and our cause." Original Paintings and Drawings Presented. Eight Artists Contribute. AT BROOKLYN Y. M. C. A. The first exhibition of original paintings and drawings by colored art students of Greater New York was recently held at the Carlton avenue branch of the Young Men's Christian association in Brooklyn. There were fifty-eight different subjects in the collection, showing the works of Miss Marion Buckley, J. Clinton De Vitis, Ernest Braxton, Robert Lewis, 8. R. Franklin, Charles Lawson, Miss Elsie Powell and Perceived C. Thomas. In the collection presented by Mr. De Vitis were many scenes along the coast of Long Island, mountain scenes in New York state and the old stone bridge at Hartford, Conn. The landscape scene by Miss Marion Buckley was particularly good. In the list submitted by Mr. Ernest Braxton were "A Modern Philosopher," "I Arrangement" (catered to "The Tambourine Girl"), "A Criminal Inspection," "Homeward Bound" and "The Picture Book." Besides two excellent portraits, Robert Lewis showed "A Byway at Pergon Beach," "In the Park," "Grapes and Peaches," and "The Fisherman." M. R. Franklin's work consisted of roses, a study in poses of different hues, Charles Dawson's studies from the antique, book cover designs and a class study were very classical. Miss Elsie Powell presented class studies in charcoal. P. C. Thomas had foreign scenes "Chinese Junks on the Yangtzezkhang." "A Breeze In the China Sea," "South Cape Light and Isle of Formosa." In water colors by the same artist were shown "The United States Gunboat Wilmington In a Typhoon, China Sea," "Japanese Junks at Anchor, Inland Sea, Japan," and "A Winter Day in Hokkaido, Japan." ADVERTISER SUCCEEDS George Hutchinson, for several years lease of the Mt. Clearson Hotel and Bath Company, the only hotel and bathhouses in the city catering to the colored trade, has weekly purchased the property and proposes to remodel the building and make it one of the most unto date structures in the city. Hutchinson has been very successful with his work in the bath business and he prefers to make zoon on the new mosaics. He has been trying to buy the property for several years, but has been unable to obtain the site at a suitable figure. Improvements will be started immediately. THE MAYOR Mr Hutchison has one of the finest waters in town. He公然 has the most beautiful water that can do the world. He has drilled his own well and can munch his patrons with the health giving waters himself. MPS. GEO. L. HUTCHISON. A self-made man and a hunter, Mr. Hutchinson is very deserving of the success that has attended his labors. PITTSBURG. PA.. DECEMBER 9, 1911. MUST HAVE ALL OUT-OF-TOWN NOTES IN OUR OFFICE BY WEDNESDAY NOON. SOME NOTES TOO LATE THIS WEEK TO PUBLISH. MANAGER. COLORED MEN ARE GREATEST WORKERS Have Larger Percentage of Workers Than the White Americans, Says Prof. R. R. Wright, Jr. Boston, Mass.—At the final section meeting of the National Conference of Marities and Corrections "The Negro in Industry" was the topic discussed, at the "Standards of Living, and Labor" section in Kingsley hall. The speakers were Prof. Kelly Miller of Howard university, Washington, and R. R. Wright of Philadelphia, Pa. The negroes have been workers in the north ever since the days of the first colonies, and though they never have been a great factor, except in the large cities, where 75 per cent. of the northern negroes now live, they form a great mass of domestic and personal workers. In Pennsylvania, for instance, where the greatest number of northern negroes live, 59.2 per cent. of the males and 92.7 per cent. of the females were in domestic and personal service in 1800. It is sometimes said that negroes do not work, but statistics show them to comprise a much larger percentage of workers than their percentage of population would warrant. Negroes were, for example, only 2.5 per cent. of the population of Pennsylvania, but were 3.3 per cent. of the workers. Negroes have made slow progress in the north, but this is due to two reasons—the low standard of efficiency among southern negroes, who have immigrated north, and the attitude of organized labor. Low efficiency might be overcome more quickly if the unions were more friendly. The result is; if the efficient negro would go up, it must be in opposition to the labor union. This, of course, tends to make the negro a strike-breaker, but I am sure, an unwilling strike-breaker. Outside of the miners' union and those of hod-carriers, the negro has but little chance. In Chicago, for example, the negroes in the building trades have made their way in spite of the unions. The same is true of the stockyards, where practically all the negro has gotten has been in opposition to the union. In Pittsburg, each step that the negro has made upward in the steel works, has been done as a strike-breaker. This is unfortunate. But to be fair, the trouble is not in unionism per se, but in the growing race prejudice which tends to make a farce of American democracy. Only unionism organizes its men and therefore their race prejudice has the force which organization always gives. But white non-union workmen strive as vigorously as union men to shut the negro out. The result of this is, that to get a foothold, the negro must work for a lower wage. This lowers the standard of living and tends to drag that of the white workman down. Still, under the condition, the negro worker is gradually growing in importance in the north, especially as waiter, porter, domestic, worker on the streets, in municipal construction work, and in the large industries needing a large unskilled force. In the steel works they are a distinct force, also in the mines. In skilled mechanical pursuits the number is growing gradually, each census showing an increase in northern cities. The immigration of large numbers of negroes to the north and their segregation in large groups in certain sections of our cities has given rise to negro business men and professional men. So that today, many of the largest churches, hospitals and stores are in the north, and a much larger percentage of negro business men and professional men are in the north than in the south, in spite of the difficulty the negro faces in the north of a higher standard of efficiency to reach, than he has in the south. While the industrial progress of the race has been great during the past 40 years—great enough to command the praise of the severest criticism, yet the handicap of race prejudice cannot be overestimated. It is the greatest drawback of the negro, for it put before him a double standard—not merely efficiency, which he can reach, but also a standard of race which is impossible for him to reach, and which must discourage and demoralize him. Very True. There would be less need for minding other people's business if there was an earnest and concerted effort to mind our own. No small amount of this success is due to his enterprise with who made an splendid helpmate in his business. Like business men of other races Mr. Hutchinson is not contented to trust for his trade. He goes after it. He advertises. And this aggressive spirit easily explains why he finds last season's too small. LIBERAL OFFER FOR SUBSCRIPTIONS We want to increase our subscription list by 1.000 new subscribers by Christmas and will make special flat price of $1.00 for yearly subscriptions received by December 16, at which date this price will positively be closed. We will also give to our agents or any person sending us the most subscriptions under this offer (which must be over ten yearly subscriptions) Ten Dollars in Gold. This will be easy Christmas money for somebody. Get busy. IT IS YOUR ONLY CHANCE, CLOSES DEC. 15, 1911 GOOD WAITERS THINNING OUT Thinks Manager Joyce of the Rittenhouse, Who Discharged 40 Colored Men For Alleged Crime of One. We simply made an effort to strengthen our outside service in taking those to colored men out of the dining room. We still employ hundreds of colored waiters. All of these men are eligible for outside or party service if they wish to be. I am of opinion that the good colored waiter is inning out in Pittsburgh, hence the action. The rejoicing is a substance of an interview granted a Counter representative last Monday by Mr. Joyce, manager of Kuhn's Rittenhouse. Mr. Joyce was asked for the facts leading up to the discharge of 40 of Kuhn's colored dining room men and the substitution of white waiters, which followed an alleged assault by one of them on the night watchman (waiter). This version of the alleged attack had gained circulation. It is practically the same as was testified to at the trial at No. 6 Police Station on Tuesday when the defendant was held for the grand jury. One Jackson, who was as stated, one of the colored waiters employed at the Rittenhouse in the dining room, is charged by the nightwatchman with having attempted to rob one of the cash registers. When discovered in the art, Jackson, it was tortified, became enraged and threatened to kill the nightwatchman. He then gave battle, and beat up the man so severely that he was taken to the hospital. Jackson did not make his escape. He was locked up to await trial on the serious charge of relentless assault. At once his 12 associates were made to suffer for his crime. The places of these men were filled on very short notice with white waiters. Mr. Kuhn himself has been quoted as saying that he discountenanced the move and that if it had not been accomplished before he learned of it, he would not have premitted the wholesale cutting off of his colored help. Mr. Kuhn is known to favor colored help both in his business and at his residence in spite of the growing preference for white or foreign domestic servants. He knows at least in what circumstances these men will be left, many of them doubtless having families, by this sudden cutting off of their support in mid-winter. The news of their reinstatement in the near future will be hopefully looked for by their friends, as there is as little justice as reason in causing the innocent to suffer for the criminal because the color of their skin is similar. Institutional Church Favored By Ministers at Meeting Held Yesterday THE COMMITTEE AT WORK Scranton, Pa., Dec. 9. Plans that have for their object the erection of an institutional colored church in which provision will be made for the educational and social life of the colored man in Scranton were started last Monday at the meeting of the Scranton Ministerial association held in the Young Men's Christian association building. A motion was offered by Rev. Griffin W. Bull, D. D., pastor of the First Presbyterian church, the purpose of which was to assure the sympathy of the association with the suggestions of Rev. George T. Smith, pastor of the Bother African Methodist Episcopal church, who is in the movement. The motion was passed than once and the following committee appointed to proceed: Rev. Griffin W. Bull, chairman; Rev. L. H. Dorchester, Rev. Ebenezer Flock, Rev. W. M. Walker, and E. E. Bull, secretary to the Young Men's Christian association. The purpose of the committee is to call a mass meeting of white people with in the near future, when the plan will be presented in detail, and the citizens of Séranton asked to stand in front the movement. Almost all the time of yesterday's meeting was consumed in an interesting discussion of the benefits to be derived from such an institution. The purpose is to provide quarters where the colored people of Séranton can enjoy social intercourse and the advantages of a reading room. A dormitory would also be built in connection with it, wherein colored people, strangers in Séranton, could get lodging. It was estimated that there are between 300 and 400 colored people in Séranton, and that they have no place where they can go for entertainment. BROOKLYN MOTHERS PROMOTE HOME LIFE Come Together to Study the Problem of Their Childrens Welfare. Among the more recent organizations under the leadership of the women of Brooklyn and one which promises large results in personal help to the mothers of the various communities is the Mothers' club. The organization had its inception in the thrift and industry of Mrs. Smith Ferebee and Mrs. Adah M. Talbott, who communicated their ideas and plans to several other interested mothers, including Mrs. H. S. Newton, and the result was the formation of the club. One of the objects of the Mothers' club is to create greater interest in MRS. SMITH FEREBEE the family life of the community by getting the mothers together often in conference for the discussion of the many problems incumbent upon them in the rearing of their children. In such a discussion consideration will be given to the needs of children at different ages and how to meet them; the literary, moral and religious atmosphere which should pervade the home; the proper attitude of parents toward their children and kindred subjects. A circulating library of the best books for mothers will also be a feature. The first public function of the Mothers' club was recently held at the Carlton avenue branch of the Y. M. C. A. and was a gratifying success socially and financially. An appreciative audience was present to enjoy the spicy literary program, which was rendered by able talent. Mrs. N. B. Dodson, president of the club, presided over the program, which was as follows: Congregational singing, invocation, piano selection, Mrs. George E. Wibrow, Jr.; introductory address, Mrs. Dodson; piano solo, Master Ackerman Phillips; dramatic reading, Mrs. Mary M. Taylor, and an ad- 25 MRS. ADAH M. TALBOTT. dress by International Secretary W. A. Hunton of the Young Men's Christian association. The officers of the club are: Mrs. N. B. Dodson, president; Mrs. Smith Ferebee, vice president; Mrs. Adab M. Talbott, secretary, and Mrs. Frances Harrison, treasurer. MARRIAGE LICENSES ISSUED DURING WEEK Clarence James Harris ... Pittsburgh Ruth Amelia Carroll ... Pittsburgh Leywood Oliver ... Pittsburgh Ruth Beatty ... Pittsburgh Frank C. Adams ... McKeesport, Pa. Lidah M. Smith ... McKeesport, Pa. Paul Johnson ... Pittsburgh Mamie F. Morris ... Pittsburgh Earnest Jones ... Clairton, Pa. Roca L. Moore ... Clairton, Pa. John H. Morris ... Turtle Creek, Pa. Jeannette Stewart ... Turtle Creek, Pa. Moses Baxter ... Pittsburgh Cornelia Matthews ... Pittsburgh Alex Moton ... Pittsburgh Sarah H. Dickson ... Pittsburgh Spirit of Unfriendly Rivalry Between the Leading Secret and Mutual Benefit Societies In Texas Cases. Treaty of Peace Signed in Dallas and Cooperation Begins. Fort Worth, Tex.—Prominent Afro-Americans of the Lone Star State will open in this city early in 1912 a bank with a capital stock of $100,000. The promoters of the project are some of the leading fraternal men of the state. The bank will be known as the Fraternal Bank and Trust company. Without doubt this is the greatest project ever undertaken by the colored people of this section of the state, and the ultimate success of the enterprise means in more ways than one very much to our people. For a long time it has been recognized that the secret societies with their large collections in endowment premiums could be utilized as a great agency for good, but betrotho a spirit of rivalry existing between the better known orders prevented any intelligent co-operation. In the various orders zeal to increase their respective membership somewhat handled matters. This wrought ruin in many ways. Discontented members and heavy financial drains put the leaders in fraternal circles to thinking and to planning for the betterment of conditions. In the last few years, with all the charges of misconduct and mismanagement, it cannot be denied that all the leading societies have made substantial gains in every direction. And now an era of co-operation seems to be the order of the day. Several weeks ago the representatives of the leading orders met in Dallas and organized what might be termed a joint health bureau, which has for its object the improvement of the living conditions of the members of the different societies, the tabulation of accurate mortality data and the co-operation of the various endowment departments so that each may be informed of unhealthy risks refused by the other. It is likely that $500 will be the standard policy of the Texas lodges. Several orders are paying this amount at present to the heirs of deceased members. Others pay at stated intervals, but likely in the near future all EON. H. C. BELL, the orders will pay their claims in full. To do this the societies must remedy the one large defect of their present insurance methods. An adequate re- serve fund must be created. The Masons have in a measure provided for this in the erection of a grand lodge temple in this city in which the new Fraternal Bank and Trust company will have its offices. The Knights of Pythias have purchased a fine business lot in Dallas. The Knights of Tabor have bought a good site at Wa. and the U. B. F. grand lodge several years ago purchased a modern business building in the heart of the business district, in Houston. This latter lodge is providing for a reserve fund now. Its financial strength will enable it to stretch forth and save hundreds of homes and enable thrifty persons to engage in commercial enterprises on a large scale. The promoters include such influential men as Hon. H. C. Bell, grand master of the Odd Fellows; Dr. A. N. Prince, grand chancellor of the Knights of Pythias; Rev. J. W. McKinney, grand master of the Masons; Hon. I. F. Nelson and H. D. Winn, Professor W. S. Willis, Dr. B. R. Blultt and William McDonald, each of whom is a prominent officer in one of the leading fraternities in the state, and also prominent business men like J. D. Hightower, Tom Mason and William M. McDonald, Jr. Hon. William McDonald, a leading politician and secretary of the Mason's grand lodge, is busily engaged in the selection of the bank furniture and attending to the details for opening the bank the first week in January, 1912. FIVE CENTS A COPY CANDIDATE FOR REVIEW EDITOR Influential Methodist Organ May Pass Into New Hands. BISHOP FAVORS DR. RANSOM. Friends of Noted New York Pulpitser and Race Champion Would Like to See Him In Editorial Harness—His Success as Church Builder and Financier. New York.-At the general conference of the A. M. E. church which meets at Kansas City next May several general officers of the church are to be elected. Besides the three new bishops to be elected, next in importance comes the office of the editor of the A. M. E. Review, which is one of the most responsible and influential positions in connection with the church. Among the candidates for this coveted office is the Rev. Dr. R. C. Ransom, pastor of the Bethel A. M. E. church in New York, who is one of the ablest pulpit orators and race champions in the denomination. Dr. Ransom is well known in the A. M. E. connection and has pastored REV. DR. B. C. RANBOM many of the most influential churches in the large cities of the country with decided success. In Chicago he made a notable record in building one of the finest institutional churches to be seen anywhere in the country. Dr. Ransom came to Bethel. A. M. E. church five years ago from the Charles Street A. M. E. church in Boston. During his pastorate Bethel church has become a center of spiritual and intellectual uplift and the scene of many important and historic gatherings. A marked increase in the membership of the church has taken place, and the $4,000 bonded debt on the church has been paid. As much as $3,000 has been raised at one time toward the defraying of the expenses of the church. At the last quarterly meeting the church had to its credit $1,400 in the treasury with all of its debt paid. Bethel church is one of the best organized churches in the city, and Dr. Ransom's pastorate has commended itself to the bishops of the A. M. E. church and the connection in general. He was born in Finland, O., and entered Oberlin college, where he studied two years. Leaving Oberlin, he went to Wilberforce university, graduating from the college and theological departments. He studied at the University of Chicago and while in Chicago was employed by the lyceum bursar as a lecturer. Dr. Ransom has been indorsed for the editorship of the A. M. E. Review by Bishop J. Wesley Gaines, who is one of the most picturesque of the A. M. E. Lishops. The A. M. E. Review is one of the strongest church organs. A large number of Dr. Ransom's friends are anxious to see him elevated to the editor's chair of the Review and feel that he would add dignity to the office. Dr. Ransom's reputation as a writer, especially upon subjects bearing upon moral and religious subjects, is well known. The naming of Dr. Ransom for this office was entirely unsolicited on his part. OBITUARY Died—Mrs. Neillie Hemmings, at her home in Wylie avenue, on Sunday, December 3, at 7:30 p. m., of heart failure. The end, though sudden, was not wholly unexpected, and death claimed his own with a gentle hand. Funeral services were held on Thursday at 2 p. m. from the chapel of the Church of God and Saints of Christ in Arthur street of which deceased was a member. Elder Dickenson officiated. Surviving her are her husband, two daughters, three sons, sister and hosts of sorrowing friends. Died—Mrs. J. Hill, aged 63, suddenly of heart failure at 10:30 p. m., Wednesday, December 6. Funeral services will be held at Trinity Baptist church on Saturday afternoon at 2 p. m. She is survived by a son, Thomas, and a daughter, Mrs. Wm. Hambrick, with whom she made her home as well as a host of friends. HOMESTEAD (By Blanche Dooley.) REV. C. R. GOGGINS. A grand reception was tendered Rev. C. R. Goggins, and his wife by the members of the A. M. E. church last Friday evening. The church was comfortably filled with members and friends. Before the banquet table was reached Walter Gant, master of ceremonies, introduced Dr. Hargrave, who welcomed the pastor and family in half of the Trustee Board. He was followed by Abe Dorsey in behalf of Steward's, Mrs. Cora Kearns, for Steward's Board; Samuel Cundiff, for the choir; Mrs. O. S. Chambers for the Mite Missionary; Miss Edith Cardwell, for the Sunday school; Miss Mabel Cardwell, for the Chrysanthemum club; Henry Canter, for the Citizens; Rev. Tautlon, for the ministers, and as Rev. Jones of Clark Memorial Baptist church, was unable to be present. Rev. H. Rucker spoke in his stead. The opening prayer and benediction was offered by the Rev, J. E. Morris, D. D., of Corey avenue church, Braddock. The exercises were interspersed by music from the choir and a violin duet by Dr. Hargrave and Mrs. A. Dorsay. After the closing of the program everybody was invited down to the dining room where the tables, with spotless linen, silver and decorations of cut flowers, awaited the guests and after partaking of the summations repeat of several courses prepared by the very efficient caterer, O. S. Chambers, everybody went home safely for being there. Visitors were present from Greensburg, Bradock and Pittsburgh and Knowlville. We feel that Rev. Cogins will do a good work and if he receives the hearty support of the church and friends, he will accomplish much for the advancement of the cause in Homestead. It is reasserted that not a minister of the Pittsburgh churches was present. Master Eddie Fultz of Fourteenth avenue, who accidentally shot himself through the foot on Thanksgiving day, inflicting a painful wound, is reported out of danger by Dr. Harrave. Mr. and Mrs. Abe. Dorsey of Thirteenth avenue, entertained Dr. and Mrs. Hargrave in honor of their baby girl. Andrey, on Thanksgiving afternoon. Dr. C. R. Hargrave will remove his dental office from Eighth avenue, Homestead, Pa., to Broad and Frankstown avenue, iEast End, about the luth inst. Otis Hepburn, who has been quite ill at his home on Joseph street, is able to resume his work at the Carnegie Steel Company office. The Lord's sacrament was administered to about 50 communicants at the night services at Gladden A. M. E. church on Sunday. Rev. Goggins officiating. The sacrament was one of the most impressive ever administered at this church. On Thursday evening of last week, Thanksgiving, the Carnation club held their Thanksgiving social at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Geo. V. Richardson. 342 Twenty-first street, Homestead Pa. The club colors are pink and white. So the committee had the guests room draped in pink and white, trimmed with other gay colors that gave joy and much delight to all present. A musical and literary program was rendered by members of the club, after which all participated in the hospitality of the luxuries of the season, with music and games. All present were highly entertained. Those that were present were as follows; Misses Ida Wimbush, Pearl and Madeline Cole, Daisy Claughton, Marion Mlake, Emma Hobson, Blanche Bulley, Edward Veneable, Benj. Pace, Ormie Cardwell, Robert Hobson, John Veney and L. J. Richardson. Club members invited Miss Jessie Cundiff. L. Sampson and Thomas Brown of Homestead,arker Morton of Steubenville, O. and S. W. Smith. Terrace place. George Richardson left Homestead tor Canton, O., where he will spend a few days with his son. E. K. Richardson. Notice. Gladden A. M. E. Sunday school, Tenth avenue, Homestead, Pa., and school are preparing for a grand time during the holidays. On Friday, December 22, the Junior class will give a play and supper. On December 25 the two Senior classes will give a play in connection with the Xmas tree, title, "Mrs. Cawker's Fancy Reception." The play is an excellent one, lasts 40 minutes, after which the Xmas tree exercises will take place. All friends and citizens are invited. Superintendent, C. Black. The Sunday School Missionary society was organized at the Gladden A. M. E. church. We hope those that are interested in the missionary cause, will be present on the first Sunday afternoon in each month, and help to make this a profitable society. A nice program will be arranged and we hope you will appreciate it by your presence. The officers are: Mrs. W. Gant, president; Miss Eva Cardwell, secretary; James Chapman, treasurer. Mrs. Spencer Campbell spent Thanksgiving in Rancho Mr. and Mrs. Mackenon of Monsongabe a, were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. C. B. Castleman. The Social Fow club were entertained on Saturday evening at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Abe Doresey. Quite a large number were present and spent the evening in conversation and laughter. The usual feast was served in a most commending manner, after which all departed to their homes, leaving with Mr. and Mrs. Dorsey their highest gratitude, hoping to be welcomed again. The next meeting will be at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Castleman on Saturday, January 5, 1912. Parker Morton of Steubenville, O., came up Thanksgiving to attend the Wilberforce-Delaney football game and while in the city was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Gant. He left for his home on Sunday afternoon, leaving notice that he would return about Xmas, having found such enjoyable friends, who treated so joyfully. One of the swaiest affairs of the season was witnessed Thanksgiving, when the social circle of Bruceton entertained their invited guests, who were as follows: Andrew Perry, Mrs. Samuel Panell, Mrs. Joseph Pullam, Mrs. Friel Alexander of Homestead, Pa., Mr. Phillips and Mr. Turner, both of Pittsburgh, and also Miss Houston, Mr. Wright, Mr. and Mrs. Anderson, Mrs. and Miss Jones, all of Harmony, Pa. The banquet was held at Mrs. Robert Jackson at 2:30 o'clock. The guests retired to Mrs. Churnn's where a reception was held from 8 o'clock to 11. Music was rendered by Luke Anderson and Mrs. Anne Jones of Harmony, Pa. Mrs. H. J. Byrd, president; Mrs. A. L. Churnn, vice president; Mrs. K. M. Jackson, secretary; Mrs. Annie A. Burnett, assistant secretary; E. Byrd, treasurer. Mrs. David S. Richards of Homestead, after a six weeks stay in Beverly, N. J., among relatives, returned last Saturday much improved in health. OIL CITY, PA. The Sunday services were very well attended and very interesting. The Missionary program was very good and well attended. Randiopn Johnson was elected secretary to fill the vacancy caused by Summer Bohee, who is a student at Howard University. The funeral services of Mrs. Jesse Polly, whose death occurred on Thursday a.m. November 30, were held on Saturday ait 9 o'clock in St. Joseph's church of which the deceased was a life-long member. Father Sheridan spoke very highly of the esteem in which the community held her and especially of the true Christian life she led. Mrs. Polly will be greatly missed by a wide circle of friends, who always found a welcome to her hospitable home. Her kindness for the entertainment of strangers will always be pleasing in our memories. She leaves to mourn her loss a faithful husband and an only daughter, Miss Mabel, at home. The following arted as palebearers: Messrs. Andy Bolden, Charles Jackson, Noble Johnson, Robert Stewart, Frank Thompson and Frank Bells. The following from a distance attended: Mrs. Laura Gregory, Mrs. James Rawilins, Mrs. Joseph Rawilins and Miss Josie Davis' of Titusville, Mr. and Mrs. Peters, and Mrs. Major Franklin of Pittsburgh, Mr. and Mrs. James Dery of Franklin. Thomas Johnson left Saturday for Harrisburg in response to a telegram stating the death of mother at that place. William Neil of Pittsburgh, passed through the city enroute to Titusville for a visit with his parents. Levi Newsome was a visitor in Warren last week. John Milton of Pittsburgh, is the guest of his mother, Mrs. Wesley Milton. Walter Scott of Newport News, Va. is the guest of his mother, Mrs. Rachel Scott. Vijiam Stevenson of Franklin, was a caliber in the city on Monday. John Grayson of Monongahela, is the guest of his daughter, Mrs. H. G. Payne. Williamsport, Pa. (By Miss Fairfax.) The first quarterly meeting of Bethel, A. M. E. church for the present conference year, which was held on November 26, was, in every respect a success. Rev. Dr. T. J. Askew, the newly appointed presiding elder, delivered two fine sermons. There were about one hundred and twenty-five communicants and three new members were added to the church. Rev. Blalock of the A. M. E. Zion church, delivered the sermon in the afternoon which was thoroughly enjoyed by all. Williamsport is very pleased with the appointment of Dr. Askew as their presiding elder, as he previously successfully pastored the charge. His many friends were glad to greet him. On the following Tuesday Dr. Askew delivered a touching eulogy at the funeral of Miss H. Belle Blue. The Union Thanksgiving services were conducted at Bethel A. M. E. church. Rev. Wilkinson of Shiloh Baptist church spoke very beautifully on giving thanks, taking as his subject, "In Everything, Give Thanks." The collection of $400 was given to the Aased Colored Woman's Home. Thanksgiving evening Rev. Williams occupied the pulpit of Rev. Wilkinson, who is conducting revival services. The text for the evening being "Behold, I Stand at the Door and Knock." The congregation of Bethel church listened to two fine sermons on Sunday, delivered by their worthy and earnest pastor, under whose wise leadership the church is taking on new life. There is a marked activity along all lines. Rev. Williams took as his subject, the morning service. "The Christian Peace and How to Obtain It." In the evening he spoke on "Restoration, the Force and Power of Character." Sunday afternoon was Bethel day at the Home for Aged Colored Women. The pastor took as his subject for discourse, "God's Promise of Comfort and the Comfort Verified." The inmates were very highly pleased with the doctor and derived much good from his comforting words. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Ransom of Millersburg, Pa., spent Thanksgiving day at Williamsport at the home of Mr. and Mrs. John W. Fairfax, Jr. The following were entertained at dinner: Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Ransom, Mr. and Mrs. John Fairfax, Sr. Mrs. Mary Russell and Henry Newman. Miss Katherine Bryant is still im- proving. Mrs. Howard Augusta returned to her home in Enfieldhill on Monday, her husband's memorial of her sister Winst H. Belie Bane. Canonsburg, Pa (By Lewis A. McGee) Mr. and Mrs. Luther Wheeler and Mr. and Mrs. Wyatt Turner were entertained at dinner by Mrs. Fred Marshall of East End, Pittsburg, on Thanksgiving. While in the city they also visited Mr. Wheeler's agent, Mrs. Charles Bullett. Last Friday evening Miss Grace Dickerson entertained a number of her friends in honor of her brother, Leonard Dickerson, and sister, Miss Lynette Dickerson, of Cutler, Ohio. Ernest Redmun and daughter, Miss Jean, and Mrs. Rebecca Himes of Alliance, O, were guests at the home of Mr. and Mrs. John Redmun the latter part of last week. Mr. and Mrs. Alex. Brown, Mrs. I. B. Henderson, Mr. and Mrs. A. Wallace and Mrs. Ida Brown were entertained at dinner on Thanksgiving by Mrs. Lillian Giles. Mr. and Mrs. Linnie Carrington of McConnell's Mills entertained a host of friends from Canonsburg, Washington and the surrounding community at a dinner on Thanksgiving eve. Mr. and Mrs. David Burgess of Midland were visitors at the home of Wylie Wallace last Friday. Mrs. M. E. Wheeler and Mrs. Lizzie Smith were guests at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Nevells of Braddock. Pa. on Thanksgiving day. They were royally entertained at dinner. Mr. and Mrs. A. W. Bush of North Stirabane township acted as hosts on Thanksgiving day and prepared dinner for all their children and grandchildren. Covers were laid for twenty-three. Robert, the little three-and-a-half-year old son of-Mr. and Mrs. W. W. Wallace, met with an accident Friday, December 1. He fell against a stove, cutting a deep gash in his chin and burning his hands and mouth. Mr. and Mrs. George Sly of Chestnut street entertained many relatives and friends at dinner on Thanksgiving day. Covers were laid for 25. A very pleasant day was spent by all. On Thanksgiving, at 11 a.m. m. the pastor. Rev. E. Williams, preached subject. "Thanksgiving:" at 8 p. m. Rev. Williams lectured on "Sampson." Quite a large audience enjoyed the lecture. Mrs. Sarah Willis entertained Rev. and Mrs. Williams at dinner on Thanksgiving. Mrs. Williams remained in town several days, visiting friends. On Sunday morning Rev. Williams preached from the theme "Struggle of Life." Rev. Youret of East End, Pittsburgh, gave a short address at the evening service, which was well attended. Payne A. M. E. Church. Thanksgiving service was well attended. The pastor. Rev. McGee, preached an interesting sermon. Members of Allen Brotherhood gave a chicken and waffle dinner in Payne hall. Thanksgiving evening. Many enjoyed the excellent supper served. Services on Sunday were well attended—good congregations all day. The Sunday school at 2:30 was very interesting, with a large number in attendance The Sunday school choir making some new music for Christmas, Rachel Edith Wheeler, aged 18, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Peter Wheeler of 12 Payne place, died at her home Sunday night about 11 o'clock from the effects of burns' received while working about her home November 18. She is survived by her parents and the following brothers and sisters: John, Luther, Samuel, Fred, Paul, Amanda and Mary Margaret of Canonsburg and Mrs. Frank Brown of Houston. While working about her home, and alone with the exception of the presence of a, small sister, the clothing of the girl caught fire. The crew of the shifting engine in the local yards heard her screams and came to her relief. By wrapping bed clothes about the girl they smothered the flames but not before terrible burns had been inflicted. No flames were inhaled but the fire had burned deeply. The funeral services were held from Payne A. M. E. church Tuesday afternoon, conducted by the pastor, Rev. C. A. McGee. Johnstown, Pa. (By Mrs. Keys) Presiding Elder D. F. Bradley of the A. M. E. Zion church was here on Sunday. Mrs. R. W. Pool of Gls Sherman street is visiting friends in Apollo, Pa. John Johnson of Westmont, Pa. left Thursday night for Baltimore to visit friends. Mr. William Archer and Flozie Washington returned from Harrisburg where they spent Thanksgiving. Mrs. Bessie Johnson and son returned after visiting Mrs. Campbell and Mrs. Tom Scott of Apollo, Pa. Mr. Himes and Mr. Miels of Altoona were in Johnstown on Thursday, among friends. Rev. E. E. Tyler of Cumberland, Md., was in town on business last Thursday for a few hours. He was the guest of Mrs. Otha Cooper. Mrs. Mary Terrel, who was sick at her home on South street, is able to be around again. Mrs. Fred Kennard entertained an dinner on Sunday of last week for Miss Leon Johnson and William Moore. Mrs. William Thompson spent Thanksgiving in Pittsburgh with friends. James Bayard was admitted at the City hospital where he will undergo an operation. Mr. and Mrs. George Wauzh of New Kensington were the guests of the Misses Nelle and Joe Waugh, Cousins of the former. The Rev. Copman, pastor of the Mr. Olive Baptist church, returned from visit to Baltimore and Washington and Virginia, visiting among relatives and friends. Mrs. Samuel B. Handy gave a party on Friday evening in honor of Mr. Handy, who spent Thanassgiving with his family. The evening was pleasantly spent in music and games, after which the guests marched to the dining room, where a beautiful table was set. Colors for the evening were pink and white. At a late hour those all but having spent a pleasant evening. Those present were: Mr. and Mrs. Bonnard, Mr. and Mrs. Waugh, Miss Kellie and Miss Joe Waugh, Miss Viola Hall, Miss Lloy Johnson, Mrs. Rice, Mrs. William Keys, Messrs. Dick Liggins, Maurice Tyler, Dr. William Archer and Burnard Hencer. Brownsville, Pa. ALTOONA, PA THE COURIER. By Alice Hilton Mrs. William Turrell of Roscoe called on Mrs. Emma Robinson last Tuesday. Mrs. William Motley and children of Connellsville spent Thanksgiving with her mother, Mrs. Maggie Honesty on High street. Henry Mossett is suffering with a severe attack of neuralgia. Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Johns and family of Charleroi visited relatives and friends Sunday. The Uniontown foot bail team failed to show up Thanksgiving day, but that didn't prevent the Brownsville boys from doing justice to the turkey dinner which was prepared for them at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Leslie Florence. Mrs. Eva Carpenter and family and Miss Lelia Simmons of Monongahela were the guests of Mrs. Mary Peyton on Thanksgiving. Russell Peyton entertained a few friends at whist from 4 to 5 p.m. Mrs. Colvin Jones has returned after a three weeks' stay at her home in East Pittsburgh. Mrs. May Drew was a business caller at Unionton last week. Mrs. Martha Johns left Wednesday to visit with relatives at Wheeling, W. Va., and Columbus, Ohio. One of the best entertainments of the season was given on Thanksgiving evening by Mrs. M. E. Dyer and her district school. Those who took part in the program were Mrs. Mary Sorrell, Maggie Crabble, Mary Brown, Ida Honesty, Emma Butler, Elizabeth Manning, Louisa Davis, Elizabeth Simpson, Anna Taylor, Robert Lanon and Robert Honesty. The South Brownsville band will give a social at M. Lebanon Baptist church Monday evening, December 11. All are cordially invited. Rev. and Mrs. Anderson and Miss Lou Costin of Uniontown attended communion services Sunday afternoon. An inspiring sermon was delivered by Rev. Anderson. Mrs. Mary Freeman and daughter Therese Valentine of D.C. arrived Sunday and will spend the winter with Mrs. Elizabeth Simpson. Mrs. Catherine Carsen and Nicholas Gardner were married at Uniontown last week. GREENSBURG GREENSBURG (R: Neilie V. Hackney) Miss Williams of Hermini was the guest of Mrs. Paris on Sunday. Mrs. Ciprence Jackson entertained at dinner on Sunday in honor of her husband's birthday. Those present were: Mr. and Mrs. George Brown and daughter Edna. Mrs. Marian Morton. Major Woods and Alexander Jackson of Saltsburg. Miss Laura Swan spent Thanksgiving in Pittsburg and Braddock. Herbert Jackson attended the Delaney Rifles and Wilberforce foot ball game at Pittsburg on Thanksgiving. John Nimney was the guest of his aunt, Mrs. E. Moore of Pittsburg, on Thursday. Miss Mary Stevenson of Irwin was a Greensburg visitor Sunday. The members of Class C of the Bethel A. M. E. Sunday school met at the home of Miss Anna Stokes and formed a club for the purpose of assisting in church work. The officers are as follows: President, Nellie Hackey; vice president, Martha Dickson; secretary, Katie Brown; assistant secretary, Zeda Dorsey; treasurer, Miss Anna Stokes, and chaplain, Henrietta Anderson. Arch Swan spent Sunday in Pittsburg. Miss Mary Armstrong is visiting her aunt, Mrs. McClaine of Depot street. ELIZABETH. ELIZABETH. (By Elizabeth Scott.) The entertainment held on Thanksgiving evening at the A. M. E. church was quite a success. A very interesting program was rendered by the A. C. E. Literary society, consisting of solos and recitations and a dialogue entitled "Uncle Moses' Account of a Trip to New York. The pastor made a splendid address on "Liberty," and last but not the least on the program was the debate, resolved, "That the cat is more desirable about a house than a dog." The decision was rendered in favor of the negative. The turkey supper given by the Masons on November 20 at Wylie hall was a grand success. On Sunday, December 17, the first quarterly meeting for this conference year will be held at Allen Chapel. The new presiding elder, Rev. N. D. Temple, D. D., will be present. Miss Florence Marshal of McKeesport, was the guest of Miss Anna House on Thanksgiving day. Mrs. Albert Bell and daughter, Miss Reila, visited relatives in Duquesne on last Friday. Miss Hannah Davison made a short visit home last week and left on Sunday afternoon for Shinnston. W. Va. Mrs. Emily Hilton and children of Monongahla, and Mrs. Ruth Anderson of Clairton, were visitors at the home of Mrs. Hannah Davison on Saubath. Mrs. Saunders, of Duquesne, was an Elizabeth visitor on last Friday. Promised Not to Respank His Wife William Noviou of Ashley, near Wilkesbarre, Pa. pleaded guilty to spanking his wife because she was extravagant, and Alderman Ricketts of this city, who heard his story, dis- charged him. He had been arrested by his wife and was not backward about admit- ting that he had beaten her. "I give her a sum of money each month to run the house." he explained, "and when I found that she had spent con- diderable of this money for other things I was angry and took my razor strop and spanked her." As he promised not to take such ex- treme measures next time, and as Mrs. Noviou appeared none the worse for the spanking. Alderman Ricketts dis- charged him. (E): Gertrude Dawson.1 Aitcoona, well named the Mountain City, is situated at the base of the Allegheny Mountains, near headwaters of the Juniata river in the upper end of Logan Valley, in Blair county, nearly twelve hundred feet above the level of the sea, and about thirty miles southwest of the geographical center o. the State of Pennsylvania. The city has a very romantic location. It is surrounded on all sides by some of the finest mountain scenery on the American continent. Within a radius of a few miles are Bell's Gap, Sinking Spring Valley, "with its sunderanean streams and immense caverns." Roaring Springs, Allequipps, the famous Horse Shoe Bend and Cresson Springs beyond. The name of the city is derived from the beautiful liquid and expressive Cherokee word "Allatoona," meaning highland of great worth. Owing to the changeable season of the year we find many sick in our Mountain city. Mrs. Agnes Jackson of Fourth avenue, is suffering with a beating face. We wish for her a speedy recovery. Mrs. Ella Jone of Nineteenth street, is seriously ill at her home. Mrs. Harii Bell of Brant's row, who was taken suddenly ill is much improved at this writing. Frank McGinnity, who is residing with his sister, Mrs. Charles Long of Sixteenth street, is still confined to his bed and don't seem to improve very much. He has the best wishes of friends for a speedy recovery. Miss Irene Dale, who has been seriously ill with pneumonia is convalescing. Mrs. Ann Jackson of Twentleth avenue and Eighteenth street, who has been quite sick, is much improved at this writing. Rev. C. W. Burnett, the worthy pastor of Sixteenth Street church, is not enjoying the best of health. He has the best wishes of friends that his health will improve. Mrs. Lawrence Taylor, who has been very sick is convalescing. Miss Larne Hunter and Miss Earle Wright or Huntington, Pa., were the guests of Miss Ethel Russell of 2011 fifteenth street, this week. Samuel Powell again goes on the police force. This makes his third term and speaks as a good record for this genial gentleman. R. W. Stewart spent Thanksgiving here. Mrs. William Seward, who was called to her father's bedside in Richmond, Va., sends word that he is not improving. Mrs. B. Johnson, nee Miss Bell Greene, formerly of this city, but now of Springfield, O., met with an accident, breaking her arm two weeks ago. Mrs. Johnson has many friends in this city and they will be sorry to hear of the accident. Thomas White and Charlie Long, left Monday for Center county on a hunting trip. They expect to return with an abundance of game. The musicale given last Tuesday evening at the Mt. Zion Baptist church under the leaeship of Mrs. Thomas White was a decided success. The program was well rendered. Altoona, Holldaysburg and Tyrone were represented. Mr. and Mrs. Ottoway Graves of Holidaysburg, spent Thanksgiving week in Philadelphia and New York as guests of Mrs. Graves' sister and friends. S. B. Handy, one of the popular waiters at the Logan house, spent Thanksgiving in Johnstown with his family. Arthur Thomas joined the State College football team en route for Pittsburgh, to see them play a most interesting game. The Literary society of Mt. Zion Baptist church will hold a grand musical and literary entertainment in the church on December 13, 1911. Proceeds for benefit of church. The Pennington brothers of Beliefone spent Thanksgiving with their sister, Mrs. Ollie Obserson. Miss Corena Taylor of Beilwood, has returned home after a pleasant trip to Greensburg, Latrobe, Alexander and Pittsburgh. Don't forget the game dinner on December 14, at the Sixteenth Street church. Dinner begins at 11 o'clock shark. Tickets 25 cents. One of the prettiest social functions was given at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Saul Paul o. Fifth avenue and Thirty-first street, for Daniel Gilchrist, one of the genial waiters of the Logan house on the occasion of his thirty-fifth birthday. The home was beautifully decorated, the color scheme being red and white. Exactly at 9 p.m. Mrs. Mary White played a match and all repaired to the spacious dining room and sat down to a five course turkey dinner, which was heartily enjoyed. Haywood Washington, the choreographer of Mr. Zion Baptist church, was selected as toast master and many responded. Mr. Gilchrist received many valuable and useful presents, as a token of esteem from his many friends. Those present were: Mr. and Mrs. John Willis, Mr. and Mrs. James Lane, Mr. and Mrs. Saul Paul, Miss Signora Mason, Mrs. Cornelia Jones, Mrs. Mary White, Miss Mattie E. Carl, Mrs. Bettie Thomas, Mrs. Winston Wade, Miss Anna Paul, Messrs. Horace Taylor, David, Paul, Haywood Washington. All departed wishing Mr. Gilchrist more happy birthday. Mr. and Mrs. Boston Tillery entertained at dinner on Thanksgiving, M. and Mrs. John Tolliver, Sr., and Mr. and Mrs. John Tolliver and little daughter, Jr. Sunday, December 17, will be quarterly meeting at the Sixteenth Street A. M. E. church. SCOTTDALE PA. SCOTTDALE PA. (By: Fianche Moore.) J. Crickleton of North Side, Pittsburgh, was the guest of Miss Stella Harvey Thanksgiving day. Rev. J. T. Moore preached at the Mt. Rose Baptist church of Connellville Pa. on Sunday evening. Mrs. H. Chunkleton of North Side Pittsburgh, and Mrs. J. Harvey and daughter, Miss Stella, spent Friday evening at the residence of Rev. Moore and family. Morning Star Baptist Church. The Jules of the Morning Star Baptist church held a Thanksgiving dinner which was a grand success. The covenant meeting held at the Morning Star Baptist church was well attended. The pastor, Rev. H. H. Overton, preached a soul-stirring sermon on Sunday. BELLEVERNON (By L. Randolph.) 1 Mr. Howard Minney returned from the hospital last week. Messrs. Chas. and George Addison of Elizabeth, were visitors here on Thanksgiving. Mrs. Eliza Randolph entertained the I. N. W. G. of Monessen on Wednesday. A lecture for men only will be given at the church on December 11 by the presiding elder, Rev. R. H. Bumry. Next Sunday is quarterly meeting. Everybody is expected to be there. Rev. H. G. Thomas will preach at 3 o'clock. Quite a few from here attended the Milkmaid's convention at Monessen on Tuesday. They expressed themselves as having an enjoyable time. Miss Lucinda Robinson and Master Kenneth Goe were visitors of Mrs. H. Poindexter on Thursday. After Thanksgiving services on Thursday a reception was tendered Rev. and Mrs. Wheeler. Quite a pleasant time was had. YORK, PA. Funeral services of Williaw Boley, aged 51, who died Friday, were held at his late residence, 134 East Newton avenue, Sunday afternoon, conducted by Rev. F. T. M. Webster, D. D., assisted by Rev. Ward of Faith Presbyterian church. R. W. Field, superintendent of the National Benefit Association delivered a practical, pointed and stirring address before the Young Men's Forum at A. M. E. Zion church at 3 o'clock Sunday afternoon, to a representative gathering. Among other things in his address he said the greatest duty God would have man perform on earth is to serve his fellow man, for in so doing he would be rendering efficient service to God. At evening services he pleased the congregation at Bethel with one of his splendid solos. The Union services at Faith Presbyterian church, which were held Thanksgiving morning at 10 o'clock was a decided success. They were well attended and Rev. Battles delivered a splendid sermon. APOLLO, PA. On 'nast Sabbath quarterly meeting was held at Cambery Chapel, A. M. E. Zion church, Rev. C. Oscar Waters, D. D. pastor, Haynes street, Johnstown, Pa. It was a fine meeting and at its close Rev. Waters stated to the congregation that Monday, December 4, was the birthday of Mrs. Cora A. Bradley, and also her husband, Rev. D. F. Bradley, and he wanted all present to show how much they loved the presiding elder and wife by giving them a donation. He headed the list with one dollar and the church and congregation responded with $5.75 making a total of $6.75. Robert Poole gave the presiding elder a fine pair of shoes, Miss Mary E. Lew is two table mats, Miss Blanch Smith, two table mats, Miss Martha Ellis, two birthday cards, Mrs. Mary Ellen Poole, shirtwaist. Rev. Bradley left Johnstown for his home at Apollo, feeling fine and thanking the good people of the Flood City for their kindness to him. Mrs. Mary Ellen Poole spent the afternoon of the 4th and the morning of the 5th with the Bradley family and had a fine time. BELLEFONTE (Br S Fg (werton ) On Wednesday at the church was prayer meeting and Sunday school board meeting. William and Harold Pendeton left for Altoona to spend Thanksgiving. Harry Thompson, Albert Thompson, Robert Adams, James H. Hatcher, John Wells went to Williamsport to a Thanksgiving dance. The Sunday school gave an entertainment and social at the church on Thursday. The young men gave a supper on Wednesday evening totor William Wanza. The young ladies organized a club on Friday evening at the residence of Mrs. William Wanza. Presiding Elder Askew arrived here on Saturday. On Sunday was a great day at St. Paul's A. M. E. church. In the morning was love feast. In the afternoon our pastor, Rev. P. J. Blackburn, preached a soul-stirring sermon, Psalms xxii and xxix. In the evening our beloved presiding elder and former pastor, Rev. T. J. Askew, D. D., preached a sermon that long hoped for in our church. Then we had communion. On Monday was quarterly conference and after conference the stewertess, served light refreshments in the lecture room. The B. W. Wheeler club met at Mrs. Carters on Tuesday. WAYNESBURG WAYNESBURG (B: Mary Hickey Workman) The A. M. E. church is about completed. The church aid society will be entertained Thursday evening at the home of Mrs. A. A. Bruce. Mrs. Anna Miller and son of Washington, Pa., are the house guests of Mrs. H. S. Williams. Mrs. Alice Smith has arrived from off the lakes, to spend the winter at her home on West Lincoln street. Mrs. Etta Nulle and adopted daughter of Atlantic City is visiting in the home of Fred Suttle. Miss Ida McDonald is in the hospital suffering with appendicitis. Mrs. Emma Kisner will entertain some little folks Wednesday afternoon in honor of her daughter Sara's fifth birthday. Mrs. H. E. Workman delightfully entertained about 25 of her lady friends at a fancy work party on Tuesday afternoon at her home from 3 to 6 o'clock. the honor guests were Mrs. Anna Miller of Washington, Pa., and Mrs. Etta Nulle and Mrs. Peyton Jackson of Atlantic City, N. J. The aids were Miss Ora Brown, Mrs. Harry Hickey, Mrs. Peyton Jackson and Miss Josephine Woods. The afternoon was spent in sewing, music and singing. After dainty refreshments were served all retired to their homes, declaring Mrs. Workman an excellent hostess. Crab industry in Japan. Less than three years ago Japan began to can crab meat for export. Now there are over a hundred canneries, and last year the output was 2,160,000 cann. SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9, 1911. First-Class Hotel Accommodations—Medium Room—Leather' and Gentleman's Dining Room, 82 Floor. Hotel Sutton FRANK SUTTON, Prop'y Dell Phone 822 Great Cafe and Bar 518-520 Wylie Avenue Pittsburg, Pa. 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Rev Crawford of the Metropolitan Baptist church delivered a strong discourse appropriate for the occasion. Charles H. Anderson of Pittsburgh was visiting in Charlerol Thanksgiving day. Rev Meadow of Pittsburg spoke at St. James's A. M. E. church Sunday evening. W. S. James, the county Sunday school superintendent, gave a very pleasing and interesting address to the Sunday school Sunday. Quite a number of people met at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Rideout last Tuesday and re-organized an adult Bible class. It is expecting to do a great work. Rev. L. V. Jones is teacher and L. S. Hughes-is president. We ask the prayers of the Courier readers for our success. ASK FOR CHRISTMAS CARD IF YOUR PURCHASES AMOUNT TO $2.00 OR OVER AFTER CHRISTMAS PRICES MARKED ON SUITS & COATS Big Sensation coming right in the midst of the busy Holiday Season. An enormous stock of Garments----that we're bent on selling off before the first of January. 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Choice of $30.00 to $35.00 Suits now $17.44 THE COURIER COATS ```markdown ``` 1 Regular Coats for W tons, Worst and Broadc grey, tan, Copen mixtu Coats with veres deep c Other style Coats lined choice of sty OAT regular $20.00 to $25 for Women and Girls Worsteds, Reversible roadcloth in black tan, blue, violet mixtures, etc. B with large collars deep cuffs and patch styles plain or lined or unlined of styles, special $14.50 DRESSES Regular $20.00 to $25.00 Long Coats for Women and Girls—Meltons, Worsteds, Reversible Cloths and Broadcloth in black, brown, grey, tan, blue, violet mixtures, Copen mixtures, etc. Big Blanket Coats with large collars, wide reveres deep cuffs and patch pockets. Other styles plain or trimmed. Coats lined or unlined in wide choice of styles, special DRESSES At Reduced Prices .. Entire stock has been pruned and we've assorted several desirable lots for Women and Misses, Semi-tailored chic cloth dresses, $8.00 kinds at Fancy and plain tailored Messalines and silk or serge; one-piece dresses special $15.00 values at BETTER DRESSES ARE ALSO AT MARKED REDUCTIONS. son St., R 65 65 RE DOUBLE t., Pittsburg 63 63 DUBLE STAM ICES OATS arments----that we're sacrifice----Inventory ses. SUITS Two-piece Winter Tailermades extremely elegant styles either plain or trimmed types, in black brown, oxford, grey, tan and black Sarges, Broadcloths, Homespuns and Whipcoords. Coats are lined with silk or satin. Skirts are panel gored. Former $35 to $42.50 Suits $21.60 ATS 0.00 to $25.00 Long men and Girls—Mel- s, Reversible Cloths th in black, brown, blue, violet mixtures, es, etc. Big Blanket arge collars, wide re- fs and patch pockets. plain or trimmed. or unlined in wide es, special 4.50 SSES At Reduced Prices . . . Pittsburgh, Pa. STAMPS THREE ALTERATIONS On All Garments MADE FREE OF CHARGE We have the finest Alteration Dep't in the city. ```markdown ``` THE PITTSBURGH COURIER All remittances should be made by check, post office or express money order, and sent to Pittsburgh Courier Publishing Company, Inc., 1299 Wylie avenue. Incorporated under the laws of Pennsylvania, 1910. Entered as second class matter at the Pittsburgh Post Office, May 10, 1910, under the Act of March 5, 1879. All matter intended for publication in the Courier must be written on one side of paper. Social, church and personal news will be freeely published. Essays and poetry are only accepted for publication from our special correspondents. All persons subscribing for the Courier will kindly renew subscription when the same shall have expired without further notice from us. Any agent or official whose conduct is unbecoming or discourteous to our subscribers or advertisers will kindly report in writing to Pittsburgh Courier Publishing Company. CONGRESS CONVENES. The second session of the Sixteenth Congress convened on Monday last to do battle with the tariff and other issues having direct bearing on the coming Presidential election. The small Republican majority in the Senate is more than overcome by the Democratic majority in the House, and unless there is some shrewd jugling in committee sessions the whole session is likely to close with nothing done. That all absorbing question of the tariff will come in for its portion of attention, while political material will be shaped and moulded for use in 1912. If the greatest law making body on earth runs short of something to do an investigation into the Coatsville shame might furnish an excellent time killer. MR. ROOSEVELT'S ATTITUDE. The friends of Colonel Roosevelt thoroughly understand that he does not want them to use his name as a White House possibility, and they were gold this week why he does not want his name used. The Colonel is a wise politician; he knows what he is doing and does not need the advice of friends to convince him that his course is the proper one. He is aware of the embarrassment now shadowing the Republican party, and he is aware that with the approaching convention that shadow deepens. To allow his name to be used now would be detrimental to his candidacy; for by the time the convention convenes his opponents could play havoc with his plans. Hence, the orders to keep his name out of all discussions, for the present, at least. His last utterance on the question qualified what he has been accused of saying all along. This was to the effect that if his party needed him, and demanded that he again take up the fight for the salvation of the party, he would serve. What, the Colonel wants is the opportunity to come to the rescue of the party after all other help has failed, and he is allowing the Taftites to spend all their energies seeking a solution to the present problem-before he takes the field. To be called upon to save the party would be all the compensation the Colonel would ask for his defeat in New York last year. Judging from present indications, the wish of the Colonel will be gratified. With the outlook so bright for the Democrats, the Republicans are forced to save themselves at all hazards, even if they have to resort to another administration of the Territory Teddy. HER STORY FALLS FLAT Some few days ago the usual "pretty" white lady was held up by a lady Negro and robbed of her watch after a desperate battle on the shady side of a street in Homestead. The usual credence was given the story, and the usual detective force put to work to run down the criminal. At the same time another agency went to work on the case to ascertain just what could be done to ferret out the facts in the story as told by the young lady. The results are alarming as well as amusing. It develops that the watch in question was a present to the young lady, given by her "intended." The two young people had a quarrel over some love matters and the young man demanded that she return the watch he had given her. This was done at a meeting held between the two on the same night of the supposed robbery. The young lady, in order to have an explanation to give her friends as to why she ceased wearing the watch framed the 'hold up' story, and laid the blame on the Negro, as is usually the case. The young man was gen- tleman enough to clear the mystery by telling that he took back his gold. This is but an example of the methods used to create sentiment against the Negro. The turn-pike case, near Washington Pa., is fresh in our minds. NEGRO WAITERS DISMISSED. Forty Negro waiters were dismissed by the management of the well-known Rittenhouse hotel, following the arrest of one of the colored men. The night watchman (white) charged the waiter with felonious assault and battery, and testified at the hearing before the Police Magistrate that the Negro, when caught, assailed him and threatened to kill him. The waiter was held for court. The proprietor, who probably employs more Negro waiters than any other in the city, said, when inter-Viewed, that all the forty men could apply for work as they saw fit, but that all of them would be used for outside, on-party work. Their places in the dining room have been filled by white waiters, who will hold the inside work permanently. The incident is another illustration of how all Negroes are burdened with the crimes of the few. The conduct of the one waiter served as sufficient cause for the removal of all, thus forcing the many to suffer for the conduct of the few. Mr. Kuhn's attitude toward the colored men has always been friendly, and he is quoted as saying that, if he had happened upon the scene in time he would not have suffered the manager to discharge the forty. The fact that he did not take them back is some evidence of his approval. Thus, once again, the lesson has been brought home to us with renewed emphasis. We can climb no higher than the lowest among us. At the close of the interview, the manager said, "The good (colored waiter in Pittsburgh is thinning out." The confession of the McNamara brothers startled the labor world, and an identically put a crimp in the A. P. L. The case illustrates the abuse of the popular subscription system. In an editorial appearing in the last issue of the Pioneer, the editor comments upon the sad lack of politeness of the Negro youth. The editor hit the situation squarely. Hit it again. The Governor of South Carolina should visit the Governor of Alabama and take a few lessons. The Alabama Governor says that Lynch law has been stopped in his State because the officers have decided to stop it, or lose their jobs by the impeachment route. The statement of the Alabama Governor as it appeared in a New York paper is indeed encouraging. There are a few men left, after all. LOCAL NEWS J. W. Hinton, now of Detroit, arrived in Pittsburgh last week to spend sometime here among former friends and acquaintances. Miss Maude Scott, daughter of Rev. and Mrs. P. A. Scott, is spending a few days with relatives in Wheeling, W. Va. Dr. Arthur H. Thomas of Bellefonte, spent Thanksgiving in the city as the guest of Dr. and Mrs. P. A. Scott. This touching letter of appreciation from the ladies of the Home for Aged and Infrim Colored Women was received by the Courier recently: "We, the inmates of the Home for Aged and Infirm Colored Women desire to let our many friends know how we enjoyed our Thanksgiving. It was a day of glorious sunshine within, and out at the home. There were showers of blessings showered upon us. It was a real home day. In the evening the children of a Sunday school came with happy faces and brought their donations for the home, then rendered a fine program. We all enjoyed their coming. May the Lord's blessing rest upon these Sunday school children who are willing to take song and laughter to those who are shut in. The concert to have been given by Mine, Anita Brown at Bethel church last Thursday, was unavoidably postponed until a date to be announced later. There will be a very important meeting of the Philomathaeans at the residence of W. Robert Smalls, 611 Holace street, on next Sunday afternoon at 8 o'clock, sharp. Philos, please be prompt. The second annual New Year's dinner will be served at Bethel A. M. T. church at the corner of Wylie and Elm street, Monday, January 1, by a committee of Ladies who assure all a first class turkey dinner for 25 cents. Compete and help us. Mrs. Wells, chairman, Rav P. A. Scott, pastor. Miss Davis, one of the most distinguished and competent colored lectures on the American platform, is now delighting audienues in Pittsburgh and will delivered "Courtship and Marriage." Tuesday Miss Davis lectured at Sewickley; Thursday at McKeesport, to crowded houses on both occasions. On Thursday next she will appear at Central Baptist church, Lanson street, city. Great interest is being manifested by the local fratern in the ninety-sixth annual communication of the most衣善hipful grand lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of Pennsylvania, which meets Monday, December 11, in Philadelphia. The present grand officers are Winfield Carter, M. W. G. Master, Philadelphia; P. H. Edwards, R. W. D. G. M. Philadelphia; J. P. Scott, R. W. G. Sr. Warden, Harrisburg; John C. Morton, R. W. G. Jr., Pittsburgh; Jos. L. Thomas, R. W. G. Treasurer, Harrisburg; Wm. H. Miller, R. W. G. Secretary, Philadelphia. This being election, many past masters will journey to Philadelphia to support John C. Morton, the present grand officer from this end of the state. The following will attend: Lemuel Googins, Sr. Ed., W. Johnson, Captain Frank R. Steward, Attorney J. Winfred Holmes, David D. Porelain Crown and Bridge Work a Specialty 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. 2170 CENTER AVENUE Pittsburg, Pa. Richards, James R. Williams, Dr. Robert, Brady, F. B. Loe, A. F. Carroll, Richard Myers, Roy, W. S. Lewis, Geo. G. Crampton, Wm. A. Morrison, Wm. Green o. Washington, Pa. Daniel Scott of Monteson, and representatives from several other towns from Western, Pennsylvania. Captain C. N. Posey, president of the Courier, made quite a narrow escape from the steamboat explosion which occurred last Sunday morning by leaving it at East Liverpool shortly before the accident occurred to come home by train. Captain Posey is master of transportation for the Diamond Coal and Coke Company, whose property the boat was and is also a stockholder in this company. This is one of the boats he built. When a merchant wants an individual trade and wants it badly enough to spend money to invite that person to his store, it is a pretty safe conclusion that he will exert himself to motivate it profitable for him to become a regular customer. The same is true of a group of individuals. The management of the household, a large dit furniture house at 908-10 Penn avenue, has broken away from the heathen path. Instead of carrying ads in the daily newspapers alone and trusting to luck that their message will reach you, they now make a special appeal to YOU through YOUR OWN newspaper. Read their advertisement on page eight carefully and when in need of furniture patronize them. L. J. Bodkins, former business man of the Hill, is now manager of E. K. Thumm's popular establishment in Wylie avenue. An easy solution for the riddle of how and what to give for Christmas presents is this: Visit Wilkens' old established jewelry store, get what you want and pay on their easy terms at your own convenience. They are conveniently located at the corner of Liberty and Market, third floor, Pittsburgh Lite building, and are among the oldest patrons of this paper. A safe, responsible firm that is solicitous not only of your trade, but of your custom, is the only one in this line that is worth considering. To assure a Merry Christmas for sweetheart, or wife give her jewelry. At Wilkens' you have the advantage of a large selection and can get exactly what your taste and purse dictate, with assurance of the sterling quality of the goods. Last Monday the ministers of the Baptist Ministers association, which meets each week at Good Hope Baptist church, were the guests of Mrs. T. C. H. Messer at dimber. Madam Ella Wright Clinton, elocutionist and impersonator, will appear December 12, 1911, at Brown Chapel A. M. E. church, under the auspices of the Minute club. Rev. W. L. Lee of Wesley church, returned Wednesday evening from a trip South. Captain Frank R. Stewart and Ed. Johnson left for Philadelphia on Friday night. Mrs. W. M. Highgate has returned to make her home with her son D. S. Scroggins and daughter Mrs. Hazel Highgate of 2419 Hillsworth street, after a long journey from these parts. With the Hill needing a good shine, stop in and see George. He will do it. He has his headquarters at Jones & Moyers, 2425 Wylie avenue. There will be a True Reformers convention all day, and evenings Thursday, December 14, at the Reformers hall, 622 Frankstown avenue, East End. All the ministers of the city are invited to be presen and open the conference at no clock on Thursday morning with expressions relative to the struggles and progress of the Grand Fountain. Every person interested in the work is invited to attend during the session, whether Reformer or not. Dinner will be served all day and the money raised will be applied to the longest standing death claims in this division. The prime object of this convention is to get the people together that they may be able to understand the press workings of the Grand Fountain. D. R. Lewis, our popular real estate and insurance agent at 1317 Wylie avenue, is certainly making good and the way he conducts his large growing business redounds to his credit and he is a type of a business man who is a credit to Pittsburgh. Mr. Lewis placed the insurance on the Metropolitan Baptist church property on the North Side, which recently had a fire. The claim for damages has already been adjusted by Mr. Lewis and the church has received its check which adjustment is entirely satisfactory to church. Information is desired concerning relatives of Miss Lillian Bell or formerly, formerly of this city. She died recently at Phoenix, Va. possessed of valuable property. It is known she at one time had a brother by name of Henry Bell and two sisters living in this city. Any person having knowledge of these heirs will receive fair compensation by notifying this office. For Rent—New fourroom that: modern improvements; private entrance; 2022 Webster avenue; $20. D. Robert Lewis, 1317 Wylie avenue. A grand concert for the benefit of the Homewood branch of the United Boys Bridez of which J. S. Carpenter is captain, will be held in Homewood A. M. E. Zion church on December 14 to which all are cordially invited. We want to compliment: Arthel & Thompson, who conduct the finest barber shop, billiard and pool room on the Hill at 1139-21 Wylie avenue, for giving the Race a place that we need not be ashamed to visit and you should appreciate their efforts by patronizing them. Don't forget to take advantage of special rate for yearly new subscribers of One Dollar, good until December 15. It will be your only chance New subscribers can have this paper mailed to them for One Dollar if we receive subscription on or before December 15. Send it to your friends. Mens' day services will be held in GIFTS FOR ALL AGES Don't Disappoint Any of Them. Use Your Credit WOULDNT "DEAR OLD MOTHER" GASP with delight to receive a pair of Diamond Ear Screws or a real artistic Lavallier? We sell them from $10.00 up to $500 a pair. NOW THINK OF WHAT FATHER WOULD SAY when he gets the Watch, the Chain, the Cuff Buttons or pretty Scarf Pin. We have them all and the quality is the best. Prices from $1.00 up. SISTER, GOLLY WOULDNT SHE BE PLEASED with a Purse, a Bracelet, a Lavallier, a Ring or a Watch? and we have them in gold, in silver and also gold filled as low as $1.00 and as high as $500.00. In our private salesrooms you can deal in confidence—you escape the publicity as well as the high prices you meet in the high rent ground floor stores. We sell everything with the guarantee that if after one week's wear it is unsatisfactory you can return it and get your money back. Can anyone treat you better? Elevators Always Running WILKENS Elevators Always Running THE COURIER. GLF Don't Disap WOULDN'T "DEAR delight to receive a pair o artistic Lavallier? We $500 a pair. NOW THINK OF W when he gets the Watch, pretty Scarf Pin. We ha the best. Prices from $1 SISTER, GOLLY WO with a Purse, a Bracelet, a and we have them in gold low as $1.00 and as high In our private sale prices you meet in the hi week's wear it is unsatis Don't Worry A OP Elevators Always Running Third Floor, Pit Bethel A. M. E. church on the second Sunday in December. An elaborate program will be rendered We cordially invite the public to come and enjoy their treat and help us make the service a success. Watch for programs later. HON. T. GILLIS MITTER. Iron City Lodge No. 17, I. B. P. O. E. W. will observe memorial exercises and sacred concert at Bethel A. M. E. church on Sunday evening, December 10, 1911, at n. p. m. These services are impressive and the music is of the highest order. The Hon. T. Gillis Mitter, Grand Exalted Leading Knight of Charleston, W. Va., will be the principal speaker and Brother T. Douglas Pace P. E. R. will deliver the eulogy. The following elks and others will appear on the program: Biotherms Jas. Beatty, C. W. Gantt H. L. Brooks, Unique Quartet Ed. Parker Miss Leona Jackson, Biotherms T. D. Pace, Bether chick, Rev. P. A. Scott, Miss Mayne Frazier, Attorney T. Gillis Nutter, Grand Exalted Leading Knight of Charleston, W. Va., and the officers of the lodge. The committee in charge are as follows: Lawrence Richardson, Rush Shetion, Roit, Bowls, G. W. Frazier and Henry Jackson, chairman. Members will assemble at the "Post" at 7:15 and march to church. The members of Iron City Lodge No. 17, I. B. P. O. E. W. will entertain Grand Exalted Leading Knight T. Gillis Nutter at the "Rest" 29 Fulton street, Monday evening, December 11, 1911. A fine program has been arranged. Colonial hotel will be the headquarters of the Grand Exalted Leading Knight while in the city. If you are looking for bargains before Christmas you don't want to miss Bonnie Neilman's store on Saturday and next week. See page 6. Our ladies visit this store because they know they get real bargains and if anybody knows real bargains, it's the women of the home. Don't forget the place, 141-17 17th Avenue, just above Stevenson street. Prices are right, goods are right and you will be all right to visit this store Saturday and all next week. Tell Bonnie you saw his and in the Counter. He is a friend of the colored people and has seen him. Charitably disposed towards the Rose on the Hill. He appreciates your trade and deserves it. Remember this store is open every evening until Christmas. There will be an educational retreat at Bethel next Tuesday evening by the world renowned Richard B. Harrison, who is the accounted led king of education. He has filled several return engagements in Harvard and Yale colleges and has applauded before high officials of America and Europe. This is his first applause in Pittsburgh and Bethel church will doubtless be provided to hear him next Tuesday evening. He will be under the auspices of the Adult Bible class of this church. Dr. Molest. Andalah Guillame, the eminent baritone will appear in Worcester bassist for Miss Sarah W. W. E. church Monday night, December 11. It is to be one of the events of the season and will be well attended. Leave your news in the Courier box at Jones, Wylie and Francis. To Lee—Four-room house, bath and toilet, gas and water, hall, stairway, cemented cellar, range already set, front and rear entrance, 619 Hollace street $19.00. The Fairfax Babies and Childrens' Home located at 2449 Fifth avenue, will observe, December 14, as its donation day, at which time all friends are urged to donate food, cleaning and provisions. There will be two meals served during the day and friends are especially invited to attend. Donations may be sent to Rev. T. H. C. Meesser, general manager, 5109 Broad street, East End. Miss Nellie Duffin, a house guest of Mrs. E. J. Moore, returned to her home in Chambersburg last Saturday morning, after spending a delightful time. We regret to advise our readers that it was physically impossible to publish all notes sent us this week. We did not receive Braddock notes until 4 p. m. Thursday. Must have notes earlier.—(Manager.) Chas, Cook, the popular and accommodating clerk at E. K. Thumm's establishment, has returned to work after two weeks illness. I. L. Lee, Jr., substituted for F. Brown, tackle in the Delaney-Wilberforce game Thanksgivink. Miss Beatrice Collier of Washington, D. C., is the guest of Mrs. John Lovett of Carnegie. A. Proden of 2719 Wyle avenue, won the thirty-five pound turkey raffled off at Jones & Moyers confectionery store and newsstand. Mrs. J. M. McClelland left on Monday to attend the tunnel of her uncle, Ephraim Turner, of Woooster O. Mrs. Robert Jackson from Chatham, morning and was at her post at the Charity Bazaar at Calvary church on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Dr. Cutts and Dr. Winstead visited friends in DWheeling recently. S. Walter Scott of Meyersdale, was visitor in this city for a few days last week. On Thanksgiving he took in the Wilberforce-Dtlaney game and the Hesperia reception. Bishop W. B. Derrick of New York, has been sick at Bethel parsonage since last Monday evening, but has been very tenderly cared for by Rev. and Mrs. P. A. Scott. The bishop was on his way to Wilberforce, O., and was taken suddenly ill in the Union Station on Monday evening, and had to defer his trip and he left for home on Friday morning, accompanied by his brother-in-law, Dr. John M. Henderson, who was called here by the bishop's sudden illness. The Philomathaean had the right on duty of the parish of the 15th, when they entertain. A record-breaking crowd is expected, and an evening of rare enjoyment is assured all parrots. Rev. R. L. Rose, pastor of the Mt. Zion Baptist church, was convicted of a serious charge after a lengthy hearing if criminal court, before Judge John A. Evans. Elmer Tewman, an uncle of Lillian Brown, a 19-year-old Negro girl, was the prosecutor, alleging that Rose is the father of the Brown girl's two-month-old baby. The wife of the defendant created a scene when the verdict was announced. She collapsed and had to be carried from the court room. Sentence will be pronounced December 19. WILKINBURG NOTES. At the People's Mission, 1231 Swissvale avenue, services were conducted on usual last Sabbath. The Sunday school was in charge of the superintendent, Jes. White. The attendance was good and the children are still enthusiastic. The Thanksgiving dinner given at the Mission was well patronized. Mrs. Aida Lewis, who was in charge, assisted by her mother, Mrs. Rebecca Burk and others, was very much congratulated for her painstaking and efficient service. The friends were very liberal in their donations, for which we thank them. The Montier Street mission of which Rev. A. D. Lytch is pastor, had interesting services on last Sabbath, both morning and evening. On last Friday evening a very successful entertainment was given at the Mission by the young people and friends of the community. The Dev. Mr. Kligrove of North Carolina, was called as pastor to the Bethany Baptist church. B. Buston. He has accepted the call. A pretty wedding was solemnized at the Bethany Baptist church on WHO WOULD OVERLOOK BROTHER? Surely a Diamond Stud, a Reliable Watch or a good, heavy Gold Ring, Scarf Pin or Cuff Buttons is what he wants. And here you will find either of them at prices within your reach. EVERYBODY HAS A SWEETHEART—and in our stock you will find that magnificent solitaire Diamond Ring, the Toilet Set, Purse, Bracelet, or Lavallier will surely make her eyes snap and the color come to her cheeks. Don't hesitate, we have what you want to give her. Prices right—quality the best—terms the easiest. Brushfonf, last Wednesday evening. The contracting parties were Moses Baxter and Miss Cornella Saunders. Both of them are poplar members of the Bethany church. Mr. Baxter is the pres dent of the Ushers' Union of the church and Miss Saunders is president of the Carpet club. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Kirkgoe, the newly elected pastor. After the ceremony a reception was tendered the bride and groom by some friends at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. P. N. Hairston in Glenn street. The following persons were prescat: Mr. and Mrs. P. A. Luck, Wm. Smith, Mr. and Mrs. R. C. Martin Rev. Killow, Miss Bartha Powell, Mrs. M. C. Calioway, Mrs. Ada Lewis, Mrs. Rebecca Burk and Mr. and Mrs. P. N. Nariston. The couple will reside at No. 10 Boston street. Mrs. M. C. Miles and daughter, Mabel, are still on the sick list. Their many friends and relatives are much concerned about their recovery. William Allen, Jr., has returned from the hospital where he was confined with a broken shoulder and is improving nicely. A lunch room will soon be opened on Penn avenue. This is another step to Race pride and progress. The young men and the young women of Wilkinsonburg and vicinity are wanted at the Peoples' Literary society every Thursday evening. GEO. Munroe is president. The Pittsburgh Courier, the only colored newspaper in Pittsburgh, should be read by all colored families especially. Are you a subscriber? The names of all persons taking this paper will be published in the next issue. Are you going to have your name among the others? THE LAST DAYS OF GRACE FOR WARREN CHURCH Sunday, December 10, will be the day of rally and the last hours allotted to raise the money needed in the interest of the church debt and every member of the Warren M. E, church is asked to report in full. Rev. G. W. W. Jenkins, pastor of our work at Wheeling, W. Va., will preach at 11 a.m. At night a sacred concert will be given under the auspices of the choir, Jas. E. Brown in charge. All captains will please report. Rr. M. A. Guillainm's recital on Monday evening, December 11. 1911. No one can afford to miss this. GEORGE S. MURRAY, B. M., Organist and Pianist Studio permanently located at 711 James street, North Side, Pittsburg. Piano lessons given privately or in classes at reasonable rates. Voice taught in classes or private, also choirs taught. Studied pipe organ under Wolstenholme of London, England. BEAVER FALLS (By Eva Holmes) Mr. and Mrs. James Butler of Beaver, had for their guests on Thanksgiving their son and grandson, Attorney W. N. Butler and Master William Butler or Washington. Mrs. Gwade Wrude of Conway, is visiting relatives and friends in Petersburg, Va. She expects to be away for several weeks. Rev. Y. N. Trimble of Zion A. M. E. church, was calling on friends in Beaver Falls on last Thursday. A. P. Williams entertained a few of his friends on Thanksgiving at a well appointed dinner. Those present were Mr. and Mrs. J. W. McCoy and Mrs. L. Grey. J. Calloway, D. Grimes of Beaver Falls, W. Johnson, B. Barksdale, Mrs. G. Wailace and Miss Elanor Clark of Rochester. Mrs. Fred D. Moulton of Rochester, will soon leave for Tarrytown, N. Y., where she will join her husband who has a position there. Mrs. Alam Taylor of Conway, was tendered quite a pleasant surprise by a dew of her friends on Tuesday evening of last week. Those of the party were Raymond William, Clyde Perry and Dr. Writt, Misses Mary Bean, Norine Webster, Sarah Law and Mr. and Mrs. J. C. West. Chas. Johnson of Sewickley, was calling oh friends in Rochester on SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9, 1911. AGES Your Credit OK BROTHER? Surely a match or a good, heavy Gold coins is what he wants. And them at prices within your Sweetheart—and in our significant solitaire Diamond Eracelet, or Lavallier will and the color come to her give what you want to give best—terms the easiest. Dignity as well as the high guarantee that if after one anyone treat you better? Forms to Suit You IAS S Elevators' Always Running Ket St., OVER 5c ¢ 10c Store Sunday. Sunday. The entertainment given by the choir of the Second Baptist church, Rochester, on Thanksgiving evening, was quite a success. They will render another excellent program on Thursday evening, December 25. Mrs. R. J. Webster of Rochester, attended a business meeting of the board of managers of the Eastbrook home, New Castle, on last Friday. Rev. Dr. Kinple, presiding elder, held quarterly conference at Wayman Chapel A. M. E. church on last Wednesday evening. James H. Pryor of New Brighton, entertained a few of his friends on last Thursday evening. All report having an enjoyable time. Mrs. W. M. Howell of Bridgewater, had for guests on Thanksgiving Mrs. James Swan and little daughter, Grace of New Rochester. Mr. and Mrs. George Garder have rented the house of Alex Webster. Mrs. J. H. Lee was Beaver Falls visitor last week. Mrs. John Carter, who has been making her home in New Brighton, has moved to Freedom. William Crump of Beaver Falls, was calling on friends in New Brighton on Saturday. Rev. H. E. Newman of New Brighton A. M. E. church, spent Thanksgiving at his home in Pittsburgh. He witnessed the game between Wilberforce football team and the Delaney Rifles. The Independent club met at the residence of Mrs. J. H. Lee, last Wednesday evening. After business of importance was transacted they were invited to the dining room, where they partook of a fish supper. The color scheme was blue and white. The blue represented friendship and the white truist. They meet again in the near future. Mrs. Ida Robinson and children, Thelma and Master Charles, spent Thanksgiving in Youngstown, O., the guests of Mrs. Robinson's mother and sister. Miss Mattie Valdessa of Beaver Falls, attended services at the Second Baptist church, Rochester, on last Sunday evening. The supper given by the ladies of the Second Baptist church, Beaver Falls, was a decided success. The ladies served a fine and delicious supper. One man said that his wife ate so much turkey and chicken he was ashamed of her and never again would he take her to a supper, where people serve so much for 25 cents. The reception given by the Excelsior Junior club at the home of Mrs. and Mrs. Needam Cobius of Beaver Falls, on last Friday evening, was quite an enjoyable affair. An excellent lunch was served. Mrs. Edna Bolden assisted the hostess. The evening was spent in music and conversation. Those present from out-of-town were: Misses Georgia Tucker of Bridgewater, Noine and Lena Weister, Sara Law, Morning Fox, Erla Cross and Mary Taylor of Rochester: Miss Alean Lacy of Irondale, O. who is attending school in Beaver Falls, Beverly Carter of Beaver and Gordon Fitzhugh of New Castle. Lewis Dandridge is quite ill. His friends wish for him a speedy recovery. The president of the Rebecca Aldridge club of Beaver Valley, asks all members of the club to met at her home on Tuesday evening, December 19, at a business meeting at which time each one is asked to bring something for the Christmas box to be sent to the East Brook home. Any one wishing to donate anything to the children can give it to anyone of the members who will gladly receive whatever will be donated. Expensive Way. One way of taking the rest cure is to wait three hours every day in the armo-room of a fashionable physician. —Kansas City Journal. Long-Handed Husband "This is good wine. I must take home a few bottles to my wife." "She never touches wine, as you know." "True; but it will be a little present for her, and I can keep it from going to waste."—Washington Herald. SATURDAY, DECEMBER 8. 1911.” : : : THE COURIER. . as B : ve SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 B.¢.3. Baie ]socteTt] COURTSHIP AND(THE JUST BEE ‘ DENUSE . (Blidaberh Jones. . — . [ | : i ; | _Jltile Miss Eleanor Broan of Cem: ! - * me P now voce 8 == MARRIAGE == | Dry Goons STorRE : vE., | flaus, amusements ere tndulied | : se : ‘ ane . ee aia ae es a | ———— 00 nor Stine AtYoug”———— Nici Boiad co - . . | ieee aeae | ae po el L cture By Miss Sidney J. 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Forgive him; + think how when thou art dead, be wiil punish bumself.—Thos. Carlyle. | [SOCIETY (Blidabeth Jones. . © Little Mss Eleanor Brown o! Cen- ‘ter avens.., entertained a purty of her hiule friewds at her bisthdas party. The colors were pink and white. Va- flous amusements were indulzed A delicious luncheon ‘as served ut: in the afternoon. = Thanksgiving Dinner. Mrs, J. W. Scott and daughters, Mary and Martha of Wlie avenue, entertained at dinner Thankseiving day Mrs. C, Law, the Misse Sara and Carrie Law o/ Rochester. Miss Mary. Kilgore and Miss Lula Broadus. The table was beautifully decorated with gutumn leaves, with lavender and yellow chrysanthemums forming the center pice. . Carrosl—Harris. Mr. and Ms. J... Bradford of Kirk: patrick stre@t, wish to announce the wainriaue of their daughter Miss Ruth Amviia Carroll to. Clarence James Harris of Walnut street, Bellevue. Thy ceremony was performed last Wednesday evening by Rev. Chas. Trusty at 6:24 o'clock. | Biilamathess Mance: The Philomathean ciub has sent out ‘invitations for the 15th, at Arcade hall. J is being looked forward to (as one 6? the events of the season by al! their friends, = | The Aurora Reading. Club. | The regular meeting of the Aurora | Reading club was held on Wednesday afternoon at the residence of Mrs. T. N. Tate, Copeland strcet. A delight. iui prosram wus rendered during the atternoon, A paper on “Howard Universite.” was instructive as_ well as bcoutitully read by Mrs. J. Wilfred liolmes. Mrs. Wiley delighted her ‘Usteners with a reading ‘rom the Pied ‘Piper. Mrs, Stidum, the president. very gracefully called for expcessions irom the visitors present, who were. Mrs. Tocas. Mrs. Wm. Self, Miss E. Joges, Mrs. Chas. Trusts, Mrs. 1. J. Smita, Mis, Lelia Puyne. AU well appoiuted luncheon was -served fy the hostess. Hesperia Dance. = The dance given by she Hesj+ tia ciub on Thanksgiving evening: Was swell affair. Many of the gowns worn <by, the ladies were beautiful as well as costly, giving added brillianey to the occasion. In Honor of Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Peck. _. Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Johnson of the North Side, entertained Mr. and Mrs. Jax. Peck at an eiaboyge dhiner on Thankssiving, The othe cuests were Mr. and Mrs. 8. Morsell, fr. and Mrs. hoy Jackson, Hon. Wm. Stewert of You#gstown and Mrs. Dawson. perro eRe : . Announcement. Mr. and Mrs. James H. Gant of Cleveland, street, Pa. announces the engagement of their daughter, M:ss Grace to Jiles H. Boot of Roanoke, Va. Tae wedding to tke place on December 25. ‘Miss Gant das been our agent and correspondent and has been a ertdit to the Courier staff. She certainly has our Lest wishes. Jones—Moore. Earnest Jones and Miss Rosa L. Moore of Clairton, were united in marriage at Bethel parsonaxe last Monday afternoon, Rey. P. A. Scot Officiating. The contracting parties are very popular in thelr home city. They wiil reside in Indiana in the fu- ture. Entertained for Her Sister. Dr. and Mrs. T. Wallace McKenzie of Monticello street, Homestead, en- tertaified on last Wednesday evening in honor of Mrs. Alice Burgess of Bradford, Pa, sister of the hostess. Progressive whist was played with two prizes for the winners. The ladies’ prize was won by Mrs. R. L. Yann, while honors for the nwn tfeli to Eugétie Lewis. Mrs. largess will remain for the Philomataean reception on the 15th. Wedding: The marriaxe of Henry Washinzton to Miss Jessie Wilson was solemnized at the residence of John Caldwell of Edgewo-th. Pa., Thanksgiving -even- ing. The bride Wore a-beaucifal,old rose satin gown. Rev. Henry Dur. Sham performed the -ceremony. Philip Brown played Mendelssonn's wedding march as the bride and room enter- ed the parlors Miss Rackel Wilson, the hride’s sister, was bridesmaid, and Joan Caldweil was best man, The house was beautifully’ decorated with palms and carnations, The bride re- ceived many beautiful pr: sents. Those present wore relatives of the bride and itarrediate friends 0% the groom. After the ceremony hey lett for Wilminzton. Del. the bride's native home, — They will also visit Philadel Phin. gOn their remrn they will be at horle in East Thorn siteet, Se: wickiey Merceges Dance. The members Ces Mercedes cin are atranging for A lear rear dance to be given New Yeap's nicht at Arcade hall Nut Ced iNy Mrs, Mary E. Washineton.¢ ‘dhe cuilowins indies wert hostess ts at) Thanksgiving dinner Mrs. Wale Straughters, Mrs. Jenn Jonson and’ Mrs. George Davis. Mig. Notah Stravistter. entertained Mrs, Ned Jones. Mg. Rachen Cols Mr. avd Mrs. Edward Weeatnston and son Hiner and Mr. and Mré. Josie Thompsen ; Mrs. John’ Johnson en-tyained Mr. and Mrs, ROD. > Fuint. y Ad Smith, Mi. and Mrs. J. Wo Strang: ral Banny Giigss. : Mrs) George: Davis enterntined at 6 o'deck, dinner MP and “Mrs. Noah Steumlgess ant gon. Leon, Mrs in nie Harsison, Mrs. Corn Rus Wash. ipstan and daughter, Evotya, Mrs. Mary boone, Mre. Recen Cotes, Mrs. Mars Lewis and Mr. and Mrs, Bal Washington. Mr. itd Mrs. Joshua Thomson. Chas. Wicks {8 seriousiy cl sith Uphold Geyer at Lis herae on Sonth Mes, Sart Bailey of Alian®e. 0. das visiting ker sister, Mrs. Rougtass and owece, Mig. Julius Carrington. ast week at their kome in East Main street, Mrs: TFoucly also is a nice of Mrs. Baile}, accompanied Mrs. Bai- ley home. Mrs. Lavaila Burd spent Sunday’ in fremors caiting on friends. ‘Mrs. Oliver Gibson has returned COURTSHIP AND —— MARRIAGE —= | Bwee Bese erst aerr 4 ae o | L cture By Miss Sidney J. Davis’ - | OF KEOKUK,IOWA —, 'At Central Baptist Church, Thursday Evening, December 14th Unter Ausplices of Sunday School and B. Y. P. U. J. H. Armstead and G. H. Neuman, Mgrs, ! “ADMISSION 15 CENTS MISS DAVIS IS AN ENTERTAINER OF NATIONAL REPUTE. : From tne Field Where She Has Worked During This Year. “It will be a treat to thobe who may enjoy the pleasure of listening to this itt. talented Christian woman, who! is justly called “THE YOUNG SILVER-TONGUED ORATOR OF THE WEST."—Tabernacle Journal, New Orletns, La. Ussue of May 25, 1911.) “Those present were not disappointed for Miss Davis is a pleasing and ent-rtaining speaker of extraordinary culture atid wide éxperience. pit is irived a rare privilege to be in the presence of such a gifted young woman, We heartily and genuinely congtatulate the Foreign Board in having such an accomplished and polished representative."—Advance Mes- songer, Alexandria, La. (issue of July 23, 1911.) “Tie large audienes sat as if spellUound while in her clear, ringing soles, and the rapid fluency of speech peculiar to ber, she talked of “The Great Commission. —The Baptist Advocate, New Orleans, La., (issue of sMarth 34, 1911 ‘A cary“interestine and comprehensive lecture on ‘Couitship and Marriac-” Was delivered ‘last Monday night. by Miss Sidney J. Davis, at the Plymouth Ress Baptist Church. Miss Davis is a native of Keokuk. Jowa, and is connected with the Board of Foreign Missions of the. National Baws: Convention, Ske has a national reputation as.a lecturer."—The New Onicans Progress, New Orleang, Lit. lissue of August 12, 1911.) New Orleans, La. July 31, 1911. Weohave had many mastevly and. suecessiul efforts in the form of wid: se. 19 our mammoth Young Men's Christian Association Sunday aft: (rnoss mectines, and we take very great pleasure in saying that amon the test wus the address delivered by’ Miss Sidney J. Davis, of Keokuk, low. ‘1 eur Association on the afternoon/ot Sunday. May 2s. Miss Tavis Spon On tH criiect, “Man's Part in tht .Evangelization 0: the World.” bea ines! cs vcciv and novel mannes, while she? in a most winning way, niaid.{ cs! dure to self and our Fatherland, Atrica. Miss Davis can stats of Missions “rd hold her avdience with phenomena! maznetism. She 3 stv, # scholar oc dare points, and speaks in beautiful intelligent ian- pOoar Af tne Fomee time deep with sim pieity. ‘This i the impression ieft upon the keart and mip. of our Association. Yoake Palvass be glad to make spore Cor such worthy youns women, HARVEY A. ONQUE, 7 Tica nbel Gonrersee. Christian organizations desiring to secure’ the services of Miss Davis in the above. named lecture, may do so upon terms of one-half the door receipts—her addressis 2521 Wylie Ave. | ~ to take place D ber 25. j Dr. Modeste Abda’llah Guillaume) sous tieee Sor suc a ro i ae One of the most notaile musical events of the winter concert season will take place at. Warren Mgt chureh, Center avenue and Wee street, the Pittsburgh .. ceiter for classic church entertainmen's. on Monday evening. Decemver 72, shen Dr. Modeste AbdaHaa Guillaume, the home after ber two weexs visit to Virginia, The Union Thankexiving services were largely attended at the A. M. E. church. Rev. R. D. pp preached the sermon. * The young peopie of Mit. Rose Pay: tist chureh of Uniontown save qccite an excellent concert in our eaurea on Thanksgiving evening which - was largely attended and every oie s -m- ed well pleased. Mrs, Mazgie Johnson is on the Ick list. . Mrs. Charlie Strange was th > host ss of a Thank=givins dinner wi. hun- por of Mrs. Wymat Strange of (lam bas. O. and Rev. and Mrs. Roo), Epps. | Rev... Epps attended the Caan her of Commerce and Business Met's banquet. Stich honors are sedom shown to our leadws. Our pastor, Rev. Epps. ii! com: cnence a strivs of sermons next Sun. dav morning, subject, “The Birth «nd ifs of Christ.” Mrs. M. J. Epps was visiting Mrs. Samuel Barksdale at Smithile’é. inst Week. Ene¥ Hegrt is on the sick Het this week. . Rev, R. H. Baser of Washington. Pu. occupied the -puipit ia the os sence of Rev, Tazeairt. last Sunday mprning and preached an able ser | Payne A.M. E. ciirch was filled to her urmos: capacity to observe t! memorial services of the Sument lodge No. 115 of LB. P. 0), E.G? W.. held last Senday mizh: ia said church by the Elks lodse of Uncentows, Pa.. which same down in a. special ear Quite a number of visitors from Uniantown and other nears tosns were present and the visiting mits ters Were Pathor Baker of Wasting: ter. Pas: Rev. Moore of Svottda'e. Va.. and Rev. Ro Do Exps. pastor 9! Mt. Zion Baptist churely of this cit¥ Rey, Tageairt, pastor of said church. deuivered the eulogy. There was an excellent program rendered and every: one left with thy impression of “Sweer Memories.” Must >have notes Wednesday. (Manager) TESTIMONIALS. eminent baritone, will appear in rep ertoire selected from grand operas. Testimonials bearing evdience too strong to leave any doubt of this ar- tst's genius and ability to give pleas- ie to the most exacting audience have preceded him, and a brilliant af- rair is confidently expected. BUTLER, PA i 7 7 {Be Grace J. Gant.) Mrs. Hutman of Sharon, -spent Thanksgiving at the home of her daushter, Mrs. McDonald and re- turned home on Monday morning. The trustees of the Shiloh Baptist church sent invitations to a few of their iriends to attend a dinner which they gave at Shiloh Paptist church Thanksgiving and all were there re port quits an enjoyable time and good dinner, The members: of this church pz sented a beautiful silk umbrella with a guaranteed silver handle to Mr. Rickardson for turning in the mos? tnunes on rally day Bdwast Austin of Pittsburgh, Pa. Wes an over Sunday vie.tor as the sues: Of Miss Jean Roilins of Ct Charles street. Miss Ruth Rollins is on the sich et ‘+ Minnie Rollins was a visitor in Boistargh last wee’; and while Tare attended the Lyceum theater, Edward Fry o& Youngstown. 0.. is Visting Ris mother, Mrs. Dora Lett ridge of Shore street. Mrs. LW. Jones of Cieveland strat, has returned from Pittsburg. Mrs. W. M. Hill spent Thanksgiving wn Pittshmigh, Pa, Gcorze Jpneg has resigned his post ton at elton mice Campany score ani has acbefted a position at the Nixon hotel. Grover Wenn has resigned nis post tet an ly has accepted a job at the cfice of ike Standard, “Stee! Car Mrs. A. Hrown of Cievriand strest, s.ent Thanksgiving as the guest o! Mrs. John Harvey, Pittsimrga. Pa. Mrs. Wobert Holmes is sick at che home of her daughter, Mrs. Ms Waters Whitmire avenue. Ernes: Grier of Pittsburgh, spent Tusaksgiving with friends in Butler. Mr. and Mrs. James H. Gant of 106 tleve'and street, Butler. Pa.. an- nounces the engagement, of their daughter, Miss Grace. to Jiles H. Booth of Roanoke, Vt. The. wedding i a I 4 3 = < Pa ea 3 i I 7 6442 Franketown Ave., Between Park and Lincoln Aves, A 1eTO) coL DRY GOODS (STORE q a Some 1-3 Off Specials This Saturday: Men's ‘Heavy Fleeced Lined Underwear, 38c, a garment, or 75c a auit; regular 90c and $1.00 grades. | Schoo! Ginghams, Be and 10¢ per yard; good value at 13¢ and 1c. Why pay more elsewhere? |Table Linens worth 50c pay us 33¢; 3S¢ quality pay 28, and for 30c quality pay 20. z Boys’ 25c Blouses, slightly soiled, for 19c. SS 10c Off On Every:Dollart 35.00 . This Coupon ontisien the bearer to a 10 Per Cent Discount on all pur chases made and is redeemable when / $5.00 has been spent. . $5.00 $5.00 ee eet Our prices are as low as you can get anywhere. The quality of our goods is as good as you can find anywhete. And we giveyou 10 Per Cent Discount on all goods: purchaseg. This you cannot get ANYWHERE. % i Line Compiete Quality Unexcelied Ask us for anything in drgyoods. We have it or can get it for you on short notice at bottom prices and Save You the 10 Per Cent ‘Djecount. i iG nae ein TIES Hosiery, Men’s Furnishings, Notions, Etc. “D: a. 8 ‘Right Training Is . > ” Better Than Riches” . Character Building, Domestic Science,-Vocal and |. Instrumental Music are offered Colored Girls ‘be- . tween the ages 4 to 16 at the ‘ , ‘ - Jenkins IndustriakHome For Colored: Girls | ‘2013 FIFTH AVENUE, NEAR SENACA ST. PITTSBURGH, PA. - NEW LOCATION NEW FIXTURES MRS. L. W. JENKINS, Manager Write For Folder of Information to take place December 25. Mrs. Fannie Robinson of Goff street ‘has been real sick. I. Leo Perkinson, who is employed in Youngstown, ©., is spending his vacation in Butler. Henry Banks spent Thanksgivink in Pittsburgh as the guest of his aunt who has been sick. © Mrs. Charles Barnhart was a week end visit®t in Pittsburgh. = Mrs. Bailey has returned to her home, 701 Chartiers stregt, Pittsburgh, after spending some time visiting Mrs. Fannie Robinson of Goff street. Rev. Graves of Pittsburgb, Pa., con- ducted services at the Second Baptist church on Sabbath. His morning ser- mon was “God's Message to the Wo- man,” and his evening sermon was God Called. Moses.” Jobn W. Dixon is on the sick list. Mrs. Moshey, who was injured some time ago by a fall is improveing nice- i = Wih\imy Hill left for Youngstown, ©., of Mgnday morning, called there Uy the death of his brother, John Hill, BRADFORD, PA. Ne a a ee ee ea ee i James Stewart of Belvidere, N. Y., was a visitor in our city on Sunday, the guest of Miss Lillian Brown. __ The Elks of Bradford held their me- “horial servigpat A. M. E. church on Sunday an@a fine program was ren- dered. /“Mr, and Mrs. Ragland are at home after 'a very pleasant bridal tour at Ti: tusville and Oil City, Pa. On Wednesday evening aiter a |grand sermon on Thanksgiving by Rev. N. D. Temple, D. D., the joint boards of Stewards ‘and Stewardesses gave him a welcome reception whica was heartily enjoyed by thé presiding elder Temple, pastor and people. Wel: | come Yo our new presiding elder. | The A. M. E. choir will render a | grand Nmas program on Sunday, De: cember 24, under the leadership of Mrs, Mabel Matthews and Miss Lillian Brown, Clyde Logan and: Earl Enty were hunting Thanksgiving day and trailed a bear until near the bear and both became exceedingiy hungry and re- turned home. Don't laugh. Miss Ada Johnson was a visitor in our city last week, the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Ragiand. Miss Myrtle Logan is building up a fue trade in hair dressing. . Mike: Myers is visiting im our city. “ooking tht picture of health. | Mrs. Frank Truman is visiting Mrs. EJ L, Myers at Ridgeway, Pa / Rev. Williams wishes to thank Har- ry Barnard and James Moss for a fine turkey for Thanksgiving. “ Maay thanks, boys. . Mrs. Sarah Mitchél entertained at dinner on Thanksgiving, Miss Rosa Wood, Sidney Stives and Frank Entry. The Tuesday Evening Wiist clu gave their fall reception and dance on Tuesday evening which was largely attended. Barr's orchestra furnished the music. The out-o!-town guests were: Mr. and Mrs. Brooks, Sr. and Jr., Clayton and Miss Ethel Brooks. Miss Moseley, Miss Beulal and Ethel Biashall and Harry Barnes 0! Oo'ean, N. a: “Miss Edna Lott, Jamestown, N.¥.; Mr. and Mrs, Fred Loney, Seth Hines and Manly Jeffer- son, Kane. Pa.; Mrs. Linell Warrick end daughter, Horneil, N. Y.; Miss ‘Ada Jobnson Ashtabula, O.; Mrs. E. 1, Myers and Miss Page of Ridgeway, Pa. Mrs. Anna Alexander entertained the Sewing circle Thursday night. A number of young ladies met last Friday evening at the residence of Mrs. R. M. Brown and organized the Twilight Chrysanthemum club to as- sist the A. M. E. church. Misses: “hgrtle Losan, president: Julia Jobn. som. vice président: Lillian Brown. secretary; Genevieve Brown. assistant secretary: Georg:a Scott, treasurer. and Hazel Chinman of purchasing committee. Brad‘ord notes arrived too late last. week for publication—(Manager.) Affords protection to those that ark’ seeking employment to strangers oF old citizens. gWe do not require any deposit down , no agreement on 30 days; no money consideration whatever until the position has been secured. * - Our Automobile Department WE HAVE TWO THOUSAND DOLLARS INVESTED 1N AUTOMO- BILES FOR OUR YOUNG men and boys to learn automobiling in all its branches. Repaifing, operating and running cars is a trade that is here to stay. Twenty-five dollars cash orthirty dollars on time will insure you a life-time income. After the holidays we will have a class for women. Send for my own design blue book on how to operate autos. Price, one dollggpcepaid in advance. F : Our Store Department Here you will find a complete line of important post cards and notions of all kinds. Thanksgiving and Xmas .novelties. | Reymer’s candies, ‘Jaundry, magazines, papers of allkinds, leading colored churches on. post- cards. Eleven years in one block or Wylie avenue, is ouy record. General Agents For. The Pittsburgh Courier Subscriptions Received Here ~ 1310 Wylie Avenue, Pittsburgh, Pa. Dr. Modeste Abda’llah Guillaume The Eminent Baritone Late of Paris and present Director of the Bel Canto Conservatory of Music, Atlantic City, N. J., who will appear itt .” REPERTOIRE Selected. From GRAND OPERAS Assisted by Miss Sarah B, Writt, Soprano 5 and Miss He'en Pryor, Reader Warren M. E. Church, Center Avenue UNDER AUSPICES OF THE BUSY 20 CLUB MONDAY EVENING, DECEMBER. 11,1911 ___ REV. S. A. VIRGIL, Pastor. ADMISSION 25 CENTS. — HATS TRIMMED <d0c. e fats MADE $1.50 to $2.00 The Place to Get Good Looking Hats at a Reasonable Price is 2 » 2 = Wrs. Bessie Hill's, Millinery 2227 Centre Avenue é Open Evenings | FULL LINE-OF LATEST FALL AND WINTER STYLES AMONG THE CHURCHES 81X ALL CHURCH NOTES MUST BE AT THE OFFICE BY WEDNESDAY OF EACH WEEK TO BE PUBLISHED UNDER THIS HEAD. (Alma) Sunday was the monthly communion. In the absence of the pastor, Dr. W. L. Lee, Rev. G. W. Klinard had charge of the services, preaching two soul-stirring sermons. In the morning the subject was, "Why Christ Died? Why We Take the Lord's Supper." Text, Mark 14:3. "Alba Father move this cup from me. At 6 p.m. the subject was "How God is Pleased and Displaced About Our Feasts." Dan. 5:1. Thanksgiving morning Dr. I. S. Lee of Trinity Congregational church breathed from the subject. Persons Rather Than Things. 2 Thess. 1:5. We ought always to thank God. According to previous arrangement, Undertaker Daniel Edwards brought many of the aged and infirm members to the church in a carriage in time to enjoy the Thanksgiving sermon. At one o'clock dinner was served. And such a dinner—turkey, chicken, roast duck, peas, tomatoes, corn, potatoes, lima beans, cranberry sauce, cold slaw, all kinds of pies, ice cream and cake. In the center of the lecture room a table was spread and six, and members partook of the dinner tree of charge. The Lord loves a cheerful giver. Many thanks and much credit is given to Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Jones and Mrs. D. M. Washington who arranged the Dinner. The concert given by the onlook on Thanksgiving evening was a decided success. Special selections by Prod. D. A. T. Meikins, E. Hudson Gordon and the Blue Ribbon quartet were reordered. The Sunday school was largely attended last Sunday. The V. C. E. society will have a candle light service December 10. Every member is requested to bring a candle. The executive board of the End-over meet Monday evening and transmitted some important business. The partner musicale at the residence of Mrs. J. D. Southall, 192 Junella street, has been postponed until Monday evening, December 11. The Daughters of Conference always entertain with a splendid program. A daily lunch will be served. They request their many friends to attend. Chrysanthemum Sunday, December 15, will be a big day in Zion. At 11 a.m. the sermon will be preached by Mrs. Viola Stout or Coriopolis, Pa. Subject: "Truth." The usheress: Mrs. Ann Scott, Mrs. Annie Lewis, Misses Della Dobson, Cassie Dehaven, Berthea Grandison; mistress of ceremonies, Mrs. Nellie Barnaby; Special program at 3 p.m. The following ladies will present the different churches: Homwood A. M. E. Zion, Mrs. Ida Smith and Miss Cora Ross; Grace Presbyterian, Miss Clara Phillips; Bethen A. M. E., Miss Ida Tyler, Lena Wells and Mrs. Dr. Morsan; Elenacer Baptist, Mrs. Alice Stewart; Friendship Baptist, Ladies quartet; Warren M. E., Miss Helen Brown; Good Hope Baptist, Ladies quartet; Ushers: Mesdanes Beie Barrett, Lulu Christian, Cora Atkins Archer, Lulu Green, Ida J. Taylor; mistress of ceremonies, Mrs. Jennie Dobbins. At 8 o'clock devotional exercises conducted by Mrs. Paulhamus; instrumental solo, Miss Lucy Manly; paper, Miss Lida Kiley; Ladies' chorus from Epworth league of Warren M. B. church; soils, Miss Bessie Williams, Marie Huddle and Mädie Williams. The beautiful pantomime of the "Ten Virgins"—the bridegroom, Hensy Atkins; attendants, Mrs. Frances Robinson, Misses Pearl Hicks, Mary Haughall and Carrie Robinson; the wise virgin, Nina Green, Daisy Crans, Nina Hines, Naomi Green and Lizzie Davies; five foolish virgines Susie Willis, Pearl Blue, Julia Hammock, Little Bees and Edua Heardess, Mrs. K. C. Stuart; directress, Mrs. A. L. Anderson; ushers, Mrs. D. M. Washington, Nettie Tylor, Regeed Mason, Mary Ochello, Mary V. Brandon; mistress of ceremonies, Mrs. Ella Jones. Eighture procedure of the day for the benefit of the trustees. $10e is the amount desired. Mrs. Henrietta Webster. Belinda street. entertained the Daughters of Conference Thursday afternoon. Miss Pearl Blue won the twelve-pound punch at the spelling bee, November 28. C. A. Howard, manager of the Female Cadets, has purchased a $40 gold-leaded umbrella to be given the lady selling the most tickets for the competitive drill between Howard, Female Cadets and Allegheny Household of Ruth at John Wesley church, Arthur Street, December 21. Mrs. Ella Jones is seriously ill at the residence at 60 Arthur street. The V. C. E. chair tendered the program-Tuesday evening for the caricature at Friendship Baptist church, Smallman and Thirtieth streets. Mrs. L. H. Monroi will be one of the speakers at the mass meeting in the A. M. E. church, W. E. Sunday, December 10 at 1 o'clock. Euclid Avenue A.M.E. CHurch (By Minute Harris) The first quarterly meeting at Eneld Avenue church this conference year will be held this Sunday. Providing elder, Rev. T. J. Astaway, will pass morning and evening. Dr. Barrley preached an inspiring sermon on Thanksgiving morning. Dr. W. S. Lowery made some very inspiring and helpful remarks. A devotee Thanksgiving dinner was served in the ladies of the Sewing class. At 11 o'clock twenty Katherine Tempest were served. In the evening the P.S. class rendered an excellent program. Last Sunday was Miss Lemonday day at Eneld Sunday school. The teachers in the primary department benefited an excellent program. The president misses to thank all of the co-workers and friends for the great last week they take in the Alton Endicott League and enjoys everyone to meet at the press time and bring some one with him. Topic for this Sunday, "The Source of a Worker's Strength." (A candid night meeting [Col. I: 9-13.] The Arnett Literary and Historical society met on Tuesday evening. A very interesting program was rendered. The following program will be rendered next: Tuesday evening; Address, Wellington Young; solo. Miss Flora Wood; select reading. Mrs. A. Weber; piano selection. Mrs. H. C. Mellex; solo. Rev. E. Riley; original poem, Silas Tutt; solo. E. Garnar; reading, Miss E. Marshall; solo. Mrs. L. Lewis; duet, Miss Jesse Bairn and Elizabeth Veany. The members of the society are arranged to offer a concert on Tuesday evening. Miss Ema Marshall, Miss Minnie Harris, Rev. W. S. Lewis and Joseph Thomas rendered selections at the Booker T. Washington Literary on Friday evening. December 10. A book social will be given at the residence of Mrs. W. S. Lewis by the ladies of the Altar Guild on Thursday evening, December 14. An excellent program will be rendered and also a dinner will be served. Admission lecents. A cordial invitation is extended to all. President. Miss Minnie Harris, secretary, Mrs. Arabella Webber, chattrad, Mrs. W. S. Lewis. The Francis E. W. Harper league met at the residence of Mrs. W. S. Lewis, 5704 Broad street, on Wednesday. The ladies rendered a very interesting program, after which a wholesome lunch was served by the hostess. The next meeting will be held at the home of Mrs. J. W. McCord, 2227 Webster avenue, at which time a partimentary drill will be conducted by Mrs. W. S. Lewis. Mrs. L. Dean and Mrs. Hattie Gould of Deary street, entertained Nancy Tanner and daughter, Mrs. T. J. Taylor and Miss Louis—Tanner at duncheon on Monday afternoon. November Miss Myrtle West of New Brickton, Pa., was the house guest of her cousin, Miss Iris Hunter. Misses Hunter and M. E. Grant entertained Miss West at a tea party on Saturday afternoon. December 8, at their residence in Rural avenue, covers were laid for nine. Miss Hunter, M. E. Grant and M. W. West were visitors in Homestead, Pa., on Thanksgiving day. They were callers at the home of Dr. Wm. Harragrave and of Miss Cook. Miss and Miss home on Sunday afternoon after having spent a delightful time in Pittsburg, 82h. Lottie M. Myers of Kirkwood street, a member of Euclid Avenue church choir, has left the city to spend several months with relatives and friends in Braidwood, Pa. Her sweet alfo voice will be missed and we hope she will soon return. MT. AKARAT BAPTIST CHURCH 1Bv. Vive Tahid Last Sunday we enjoyed a Biblical sermon. At 11 a.m. the pastor took his text from Acts 12:5 subject, "Peter Was Delivered by the Prayer of the Church." It was very instructive and interesting and I am sure that those present learned something that they can reed upon all the week. In the evening, at 5 o'clock, the pastor was at his post of duty, and the choir rendered sweet music. His text was taken from Matthew 12:42: subject, "My Father is Greater Than All." We could only say it was good to come out to the house of the Lord. Tomorrow (Sunday) is trustees' rally. Come out and give us 50 cents apiece to help in the rally. Tuesday night, December 5, Rev. W. J. Carter preached at Tabernacle Baptist church. North Side. Music was furnished by his chair, led by Chorister Pollard. Mrs. Mary Dudley Davis desires to express her gratitude to Naomi Tabernacle No. 29. Dts. of Tabor, St. Cecilia Court and the many friends that were so very kind to her during the illness and death of her dearly beloved son, E. D. Dudley. She can never forget the kindness that was shown, and prayers that God's blessing will rest with each one. I cannot find words to express my gratitude to the Willing Workers' club or Mt. Ararat Baptist church of which I am president. During my hours of grief and sorrow, owing to the death of my brother, E. D. Dudley, the kindness and sympathy extend me will ever live in my memory. I wish to thank all of my many friends for their sympathy, praying the Lord will bless you all. I am yours in Christ, Mrs. N. E. Washington. The Willing Workers' club. Mt. Ararat Baptist church, J. accompanied his pastor, Rev. W. Carter, with window shades and lace curtains for his new home that he has recently purchased. No. 137 Enterprise street, End. Members that donated wages. Mrs. N. E. Washington, Mrs. J. Lewis, Mrs. M. D. Davis, Mrs. C. Smith, Mrs. F. Armstead, Mrs. Choatee, Mrs. E. Johnson, Mrs. Long, Mrs. K. Langford, Mrs. Clark, Mrs. M. Walker, Mrs. Martha Coles, Mrs. J. Mathews, Mrs. Fleming and Mrs. A. B. Thomas. BROWN CHAPEL CHURCH North Side Pittsburgh, Pa. (By C. N. Collins) Last Salabath was the first quarterly meeting of this conference year at Brown Chapel church. In the morning the pastor, Rev. Dr. Morris, introduced the new presiding elder, Rev. Dr. N. D. Temple, who preached a very eloquent sermon to a large congregation, regardless of the浸入气氛. The Salabath school was called to order at two schools by the superintendent, G. F. Sainte. Quite a large number were present. The most presiding elder, Rev. Temple, was presented to the school. He adressed the Salabath school in a few well chosen words. M. O. Lock Rev. S. A. Virall, pastor of the Warren, M. E. Church, reached a sooth-serving sermon to a large course of people. The Christian Endeavor was conducted by Mrs. Anna Taylor. At 11:30 p.m. Dr. W. is preached an浸入 sermon. The new presiding elder Lain Welcome. Quire is part of the ministers of the Vatican. Jim is present in the quarter of浸信會 Ro. Washfield of Avery Mission church. R. P. R. Scott of Wylie avenue and Lowes house of Homesfield. Rev. T. E. Wilson. St. Paul church. South Side. Thomas of Believe. Two members joined the Church on Sunday evening. Miss Nellie Grant and Hazzard Reed of Unhontown, called on Reg. and Mrs. R. H. Morris on Sunday evening. Mrs. Elizabeth Jeffries attended the quarterly meeting at Brown Chapel. A grand recital will be given at Brown Chapel church on Tuesday evening, December 12. Madam Ella Wright Pleasant of Philadelphia will be present and render some of her choice selections. As an elocutionist and impersonator she comes highly recommended by the ministers of the east. Do not call to hear her. This Sunday, December 10, is Girls Rally day at Brown Chapel church. Little Martha Burgess, the evangelist of the Pittsburgh conference, will preach morning and evening. A program will be rendered in the afternoon by the girls. The Girls/Junior choir will sing morning and evening and the Girls Senior choir will render the music in the afternoon. Meals will be served in the dining room for the benefit of those desiring to spend the day at the church. All are respectfully invited to be present and assist the girls in their effort. Mrs. R. H. Morris is manager and Olive Howard, secretary. The annual Thanksgiving dinner and supper under the auspices of the Violet club of Brown Chapel was a grand success. After all expenses had been paid the sum of $33.75 was cleared. Mrs. Emma J. Moon, president, desires to thank all who assisted in making the dinner a success. The program in the evening renders by the children was excellent. Good Hope Baptist Church Rev. Yl H. C. Messer gifted a very instructive sermon on Sunday morning on "Athletics and Religion." In his characteristic manner he dwell upon the physical and religious aspect o his theme and reduced homery logical and interesting arguments. At night he preached on "So dom and Gomercrah, the Ancient Citadel of Wickedness." The Baptist ministers meeting convened at Good Hope church on Monday morning at 12 a.m. with a very large attendance. Several visiting clergymen will present namey Rev. Samuel and Rev. Qualls on Paris, KY, who holding some very successful evangelical meetings, at Rodman street church. Rev. Star, Israel Lee of Trinity Congregation, will address the meeting on next Monday on the subject, "Waterman. What of the Night." It will be a treatise investigating the prospects and possibilities of the Atro-Americans of this country. There will be a special program arranged including fine choral selections. The public is cordially invited to attend. Rev. Qualls will speak on December 11. After the conference a dinner will be served by the pastor's complimentary to their parishioners, all of whom are cordially invited to attend. Each minister is asked to contribute one dollar to help defray the expenses of the dinner. ALLEN CHAPEL North Side. Rev. R. H. Morris and others were callers at the parsonage. The Thanksgiving services held at Allen Chapel were highly appreciated by all who attended, it was out of the ordinary; also the Stewardess served a fine turkey dinner and supper. They realized a neat sum. Sunday, December 10, is set apart for the first quarterly meeting of this conference year. Preparations are being made for an outpouring of the holy Spirit. All are invited to attend the 3 p.m. services. Rev. T. E. Wilson of St. Paul A. M. E. will preach the communion groom. Mrs. Mary Courtney has been very ill but is better at this writing. The prayer meetings are well attended so far this conference year. We hope the attendance may continue. Mrs. Byrdie Crunkelton has been Mrs. May Tapico's sister is here on a visit from Cincinnati, O., but will return in a few days. The pastor announced from the pulpit on Sunday night, that the members must get prepared for two great campaigns, one for the salvation of souls and the other for finance. The superintendent and teachers are arranging for a fine exercise with the school during the holidays. The treat will be given Christmas night to all of the scholars of the school. Madame Ella Wright Pleasant will give a dramatic entertainment under the auspices of the Stewardess Board on December 15. Don't call to see and hear her. She is fine. Mrs. Fannie Diggs will return home this week. All will be pleased to welcome her. The new organized Ladies' Aid society meets on Monday evening of each week and are doing fine work. The standing committee will hold series of entertainments during the holidays to assist the trustees. The pastor will leave for Wellsburg, W. Va., this week to attend to business of importance. Rev. N. D. Temple, D. D., the presiding elder of the North Pittsburgh district, will be with us on Sunday and preach morning and evening. The pastor and members, will be glad to greet him. Rev. C. H. Wheeler, who was appointed to West Elizabeth, will move his family soon to this charge. A present they are booming at W. H. Robinson's on Laurel Street. The Alien (C. E. league) was reorganized a few weeks ago and we are pleased to say the society is doing fine work. Mrs. Mayhem, the reporter, has been on the sick list but is betterray this writing. AVERY MISSION NOTES Rally December 10. All 11 members and friends are asked to attend the rally on Sunday. S. H. Keller since a fine program last Sunday will be held. Despite the rain, the walkading good turn out. The Thun's Swimming clinic is open all hours. The W. H. & F. M. will have a special ment of the children of the berg at 10 a.m. They will be visited. On the 10th a child from Carlsbad will show a New Jersey church to the Helping Hand Club. Miss Mary Sunder will soon home. Avery has a greater interest in the Sharpburg M. E. church now since Miss Martha Williamson is playing for them. May they have success. Miss Williamson has a fine class of boys in our Sunday. THE COURIER Trinity Baptist Church Trinity Baptist Church We had a day of great rejoicing on Sunday. The pastor, Dr. E. Hall, certainly greached a soul-stirring sermon at 1 a.m. Everyone was touched by the manner in which he spoke. At 3 p.m. m. the pastor again preached. His subject was "The Atogement. The Thanksgiving sacred concern and sermon was a grand success and Prof. C. B. Askley needs to be commended in the manner in which he sang the "Holy City." All parts church is progressing rapidly. All are welcome to attend. SHARON, PA. SHARON, PA. (By Hazel Flamor.) Tucker Cole and Mrs. Ruth Belli Coleman were united in marriage at the home of his sister, Mrs. Pauline Luck in Beechwood avenue on Sunday opening, December 3 at 2:30 o'clock. The ceremony was performed by Rev. P. Cottonon of South Sharon, Pa. Mrs. Eliza Huffman spent Thanksgiving with her daughter, Mrs. Stella McDonald, of Lyndora, Pa. Miss Alberta Alexander and Mr. and Mrs. Sawyer and son, took Thanksgiving dinner with Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Voughn. N. Pelley is ill at Buhl hospital with pneumonia. Will Green of Youngstown, visited D. Tillard on Sunday. Sharon friends were shocked to learn of the death of John Hill, which occurred at Youngstown, O. The remains were brought to Sharon for burial. He leaves two sons and three daughters, two brothers and two sisters. The official board met at church Monday evening. After the usual routine of business lunch was served by Mrs. West. The church made a good showing for the month of November, over two hundred dollars being raised. The Junior and Senior Stewardess Boards cleared $27 at their Thanksgiving dinner and wish to thank all those who helped to make it a success. Mrs. House of Washington, Pa., is visiting her daughter, Mrs. Robinson. The following officers were elected at the A. M. E. Zion Literary society on Tuesday. F. Wainright, president; Miss Frances Fliemon, vice president; Emmett Clopton, secretary; Miss Hazel Flemmon, assistant secretary; Rev. West, critic; F. Russell, indict The South Sharon Social club held its opening banquet on Saturday evening on idaho street. Over 50 guests were present and a delicious luncheon was served, including roast turkey and pork and its trimmings, ice cream and cake. After this the audience were treated to several good speeches. The club expects to be a permanent organization and will ask for a charter in the near future. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Danks entertained on November 22 in honor of the sixth anniversary of their marriage. Quite a large number of friends and the guests present and Mr. and Mrs. Danks received some handsome presents of silver, china and cutlery. The debate at literary was won by the affirmative, Miss Hazel Flemon and T. Copeland. Both sides brought out some good points. The young folks are taking quite an interest in literary work. Next Tuesday the question, "Resolved, that 'Woman is superior to man,' will be discussed by Hill and Copeland, affirmative; Bray and Copeland, negative, and a large attendance is expected. The new officers will be installed and supper will be served. Agent must report weekly.—(Mana- MEADVILLE MEADVILLE (By Virginia M. Douglas.) Thursday evening a good crowd gathered in the A. M. E. church to listen to a very able sermon on the "Reason for Thanksgiving." Sunday December 3, was a grand day at Bethel. In the morning, after a very impressive gospel sermon on the "Divine Relationship," three persons confessed Christ. In the evening another splendid sermon was delivered by Rev. Paul on "Christ the Hiding Place and Comfort." Monday evening, by invitation of our pastor, several persons gathered in the lecture room of the church for the purpose of organizing a literary society. The following officers were elected: Mm. Jason, president; E. Brown, vice president; Harry Robinson and M. M. chinna, secretaries; Chas. Allen, treasurer; committee on resolutions. Mr. Hudson, chairman; Mr. Chinn, E. Brown and Rev. P. E. Paul. A sewing club was organized at the home of Mrs. Henderson in Garden street on Thursday afternoon. A Thanksgiving party was given at the home of the Misses Douslass on Garden street on Thursday evening. About eight persons were present. Games and music furnished the enjoyment and at a late hour a light lunch was served. Among the guests were the Misses Grace and Renée Anter of Cambridge Springs. Robert Ends of Pittsburg who has been in our city for the past two weeks, has come to Johnstown, Pa. Miss Marriet Fredoella arrived in this city from Buffalo on Thursday and is the guest of her mother, Mrs. Louis Hawks. Row and Mrs. Paul and daughter Miss Winifred Paul were guests at a dinner on Thursday at the home of Mrs. John Ren of Fredoella. Other guests present were Mrs. and Mrs. Chis. Hoghes and Jim Young. The Misses Virginia and Marion Douslass were guests at a fire Thanksgiving dinner at the home of their senior school superintendent H M Mileson. Remember That every added subscriber helps to make this paper better for everybody SPARKS AND FLASHES Mt. Olivev Baptist Church. Sunday, December 3, was the last communion day this year and in spite of the bad weather, the members were out to hear the pastor. From 11:30 to 1 o'clock covenant meeting. In the afternoon Rev. P. H. Thompson took his text from Matthew xvill. 25, taking for his subject, "My soul is exceedingly sorrowful, even unto death." In the evening he preached a grand sermon on "The Great Anthem of Eternity." Many visitors from nearby towns worshipped there. The Thanksgiving dinner given by the Missionary Ladies of Mt. Olivet was a decided success. They wish to thank the many friends who patronized them. Miss Elizabeth Harris entertained at dinner on Thursday, November 30, Misses Letitia American and Lillian Moon of Vanderbilt and Miss Georgiaiana Stubblefield of Oliphant. Ralph Brown of Scottsdale, Pa., was calling on friends in town on Sunday. Mrs. G. W. Moorman entertained Mrs. W. O. Hunter of Connellsville at dinner on Sunday, December 3. Miss Olive Turner was entertained at dinner on Sunday evening by Mrs. Ella Griffith. The Misses Moorman of 231 Coolspring street, entertained on Friday, December 1, in hignor of Miss Gillespie of Pittsburgh, at a 6 o'clock dinner. Those present were: Misses Miranda Hallie and Glora Hunter, Mrs John Bryd, Annie Marrilla of Connellsville, Erskine Williams, Ada Moorman, Messrs. John and James Settle, John Smith, Isaac Ford, Bud Campbell, all of unlontown, Miss Gillespie, being house guest of the Misses Hunter. William Dillard of New Comer, was visiting Oliphant friends on Sunday, James Smith and Joseph Thomas are circulating among friends. Misses Bertha Horsley and Cornelia Foreman were entertained at dinner on Sunday evening by Miss Daisy Reed of Coolspring street. John Wesley A. M. E. Zion Church. Although the sudden change in the weather cut attendance at John Wesley last Sunday, the church enjoyed two good services during the day. Rev. J. H. Starks, the pastor, was entertaining in both of his sermons. The Sunday school held a good session. Rev. J. H. Starks and wife were visitors in Pittsburgh this week. Mt. Rose Baptist Church. The old reliables of Mt. Rose can always be depended upon to do their duty regarding weather conditions. Rev. J. T. Ford, the pastor, is still gagging away at the heavy debt that hangs over beautiful Mt. Rose. Good services were held in the church last Sunday. The Sunday school was well attended and the scholars were very responsive in the knowledge of the lesson. Sunday, December 19. will be a great day at Mt. Rose. A splendid turkey dinner was served at the church on Thanksgiving day and a neat sum was realized and so Mt. Rose moves on. Paul A. M. E. Church. Those who attended St. Paul last Sunday was not disappointed if they went looking for a high spiritual time for that is just what happened. The pastor. Rev. Dr. Anderson, held general class and administered the holy communion at the morning service. The Sunday School Missionary Society rendered a splendid program at 1:30 p.m. The attendance was large and collection good. At 8 p. m. Rev. Dr. Anderson preached a fine intellectual sermon full of the kind of timely instruction much needed in these parts. His subject was "A Persistent Christian Life" text Phillipsius 14. "I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus." At its close the infant baby of Mr. and Mrs. C. W. Wares was baptized by the pastor. Great Union Thanksgiving Service. The Union Thanksgiving service held at St. Paul on Thursday, November 30, was a grand success in every way. Rev. Dr. Anderson presided. The church was crowded with members and friends from every church of color in the city. Revs. Thompson and Ford participated in the exercises. Mrs. C. Emory Payne read the President's Thanksgiving proclamation. Rev. Dr. Starks preached the session. The tour choirs of the church churches united in the grand chorus and rendered a fine song service. Rev. J. Moon of Fairance, offered the closing prayer. The Stewardesses, Senior and Junior, served a splendid Thanksgiving turkey dinner in the lecture room of St. Paul. Thanksgiving day, and it was a grand success. The proceeds went into the Stewardess treasury. It was a baby boy and not a girl the stork left at Mr. and Mrs. C. A. Jenukins, Jr. November 25. We hasten to make the correction. H. C. Reed and Miss Nellie Grant spent last Sunday in Pittsburgh. Miss Leona Baxter presided at the organ at St. Paul A. M. E. church in Miss Nellie Grant's absence. Mrs. A. J. Lee of Detroit, Mich. was the house guest of Mrs. C. A. Jenkins. St. Paul McComie street, last week. Summit Lodge 115. I. B. P. O. E. of W. of this city, attended the sacred memorial session at Payne A. M. E. church in Connellville on last Sunday night. Quite a crowd went from here with them in a chartered car. Miss Jessie Dyson's Junior Bible class of St. Paul A. M. E. Sunday school tendered a fine program at the Thanksgiving evening. Miss Dyson deserves much praise for the successful manner in which she handled the affair. In a business way—the advertising way. An ad in this paper offers the maximum service at the minimum cost. It reaches the people of the town and vicinity you want to reach. OPEN DAY AND NIGHT BELL PHONE 8873 R. GRANT FOR GOOD THINGS STOP AT THE COLONIAL G. M. ROBB, PROP. GOOD EATING DRINKING SMOKING SLEEPING SERVICE 1300-1302 Wylie Ave. Pittsburg, Pa. THE STUDIO OF THE MUSEUM OF THE ART OF THE WESTERN WESTERN WESTERN 2635 WYLIE AVENUE The Largest Colored Grocery, Meat and Provision Store in Pittsburgh We Succeed Because We Strive to Please WM. H. THOMPSON, Pro MRS. SARAH E. BROWN, Proprietor All the delicacies of the season. Meals served at all hours day and night. MRS. POPE-TURNBO. MRS. L. L. ROBERTS. 4 Years ago my Hair was only a finger length, and my temples were bald half way up my head. 4 Years ago my Hair just covered my shoulders. 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If you have a box with the name 'Poro', it is not genuine. It turns the falling, and shirts the box, in grinding, at oper. MRS. A. M. POPE-TURNBO (By James Smith.) For your Christmas candy, fruit and nuts, also I have just received large envelopment of Christmas stationary, post cards, cookies or all kinds. Come you are welcome. Rev. Williams of Sewickley, Pa. visited Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Mansfield the past week. Mr. and Mrs. Williams of Third Street, entertained as their guests Mr. and Mrs. Armie Butler and Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Mansfield. Covers were laid for six. Colors were pink and white. Miss Mattie Scales and Master Williams have returned home after spending Thanksgiving in East Pittsburgh. The Milkmaid's convention which was held in Swedes hall on November 25, was one of the most successful affairs given by the ladies of the A. M. E. church for a long time. The hall was crowded and every one was well pleased. There were 23 in the play SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9, 1911. BELL PHONE 8873 R. 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Clay and everyone of them were well prepared. Rev. Benjamin Wheater and wife of Belle Vernon and his members came down in pill force. Rev. L. V. Jones of Canderdorlo too, was present and a good number of that city. After the play there was refreshments in the dining room of the hall. The proceeds amounted to over $10. All that attended the services at the A. M. E. church on Sunday morning heard the word of God explained in power by the pastor. Rev. H. G. Thomas. It was also a general class. In the evening Rev. Thomas preached a grand sermon from the Paul ill. 14. FRAZIER, BROWN & CO. LICENSED EMPLOYMENT BUREAU Reliable Positions Furnished Reliable Colored Help Our Specialty Bell! Phone 5927 Highland. 6321 Penn Avenue, Pittsburgh, Pa... SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9, 1911. SECRET SOCIETY NOTICES GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M. Seventh Mason district officer John F. Warden Jr. Wr. Warden and District Deputy Grand Master. 16 Miller street, Pittsburgh, Pa. M. Moriah No. 26- 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 Hailstock, W. M.; J. G. Matthews, Jr., secretary. Star West No. 62- Stated meeting second Saturday each month. Samuel Scott, 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. 57, Beaver Falls- Stated meeting third Saturday each month. Jeremiah Boulding, W. M.; Lewis Ewing, secretary. St. Cypress No. 13- Wm. A. Morrison, W. M.; Nelson J. Miles, secretary. Stated meeting first Thursday. Mononghela No. 36, Mononghela-Wm. Richardson, W. M.; S. E. McPherson, secretary. Stated meeting first Thursday. Jim 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. O. 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 Elk Rest, 6487 Frankstown avenue, East End. Leme Paxton, E. R.; B. L. Rose, F. Sec. Ramies Lodge 120, I. B. P. O. E—Meets second and fourth Wednesday at Elk Rest, 700 Wood street. Wilkinsburg, Pa. Chas, Boone, E. R. H. Edmunds, F. Sec. Sammons and No. 115, I. B. P. O. E—Meets first and third Friday at McClure hall, corner Main and Mortonstown avenue, Uniontown, Pa. W. L. Winstown, E. R.; Geo. Brown, F. Sec. Coke City Lodge No. 126. Connellsville, Pa.—Meets first and third Tuesday at Elk Rest. 132 E. Main street. Fenton Jackson, F. Sec. Tuna Valley Valley Lodge No. 156. Bradford, Pa.—Meets first and third Thursday. 15 Chambers, street. Rev. P. H. Williams, E. R.; E. J. Enty, F. Sec. malta 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; warder, George Robinson; sentelel, Joshua Lincoln; prelate, Rev. C. J. Powell, D. D.; associate prelate, Rev. J. H. Dardridge. ODD FELLOWS. Meetings of Grand United Order of Odd Fellows in Odd Fellows' hall, Irwin avenue and Jackson street, North Side. Union Western Star Lodge, No. 1616, first and third Wednesday evenings. P. L. Anderson, secretary, 605 West Jefferson street. Bond of Love Lodge, No. 2514, first and third Tuesday evenings. 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 - Grunkleton, secretary, 1116 Decatur street. Allegheny Patricarchy. No. 11, fourth Monday evening. P. L. Anderson, secretary, 505 West Jefferson street. News items affecting these lodges please mail to The Pittsburg Courier. Meeting first and third Tuesdays of each month at New Odd Fellows hall, North Side. James Mason, C. C. T. A. Wilson, K. of R. S. North Side Lodge, No. 124. I. B. P. O. E. of W.—Meets at the Rest, 206 Robinson street, North Side, second and fourth Mondays of each month. J. Walter Frazier, E. R.; Jesse W. Harris, F. S. Gen. J. B. Sweitzer Camp. No. 95. 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. 25. K. of P. meets first and third Friday of each month. Alexander Williams, C. C. Commodore Tilden, K. of R. S. Damon Lodge No. 25. K. of P. meets first and third Thursday each month at Odd Fellows hall Wylie and Benton. Frederick C. Gould, C. C. Jas. A. Baldwin, K. of P. & S.; Jesse Harris, M. of F. ROYAL GRAND NO. 31 K. OF P. Meetings second and fourth Wednesday days of each month, at Odd Fellows' hall. Arthur street. PAUL GILLETTE, C. C. L P. JACKSON, V. C. Sewickley 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 Fallows 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. Mrs. Mattle Sutton, W. R. Glass City lodge, 4392, G. U. of O. F., Charlerol, Pa. Meets every first and third Tuesdays. Charles Wonzer, secretary. H. of R., 1413, Charlerol, Pa. Meets every first and third Wednesdays Mrs. A. Primas, W. R. L. O. OF ST. LUKES J. I. Mindor council, No. 91, I. O. of St. Luke's 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. 778, meets second and fourth Monday nights. Homeside council, No. 601, meets second and fourth Tuesday nights. Barton council, No. 694, Braddock, meets first and third Tuesday nights. Gen. J. B. Swelter camp meets on the second and fourth Friday nights of each month at Soldiers' Memorial hall, Fifth avenue. The Liberty Chapter, Order of Eastern-Star, meets on first and third Mondays of each month at their lodge room. Reformers building, at 8 o'clock p. m. Mrs. R. E. Payne, Worthy Matron, 134 Flavel street, East End; Miss Sog, Booker, Worthy Recorder, 511 Lenore street, East End. NOTICE Golden Eagle lodge, No. 22, Knights of Pythias, meets the first and third Wednesdays of each month at Malta hall, Sheraden 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 E. Malta Commandery, No. 19, K. T.—Sir George C. Cochran, Em. Com.; Sir Samuel P. Buckner, generalissimo; Sir David D. Richards, Capt. Gen.; Sir William S. Lewis, recorder; Sir John D. 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, 600 Center avenue, East End. IRON CITY COUNCIL Meets first Monday at Odd Fellows' hall, Wylie and Benton street. J. W. Anderson, secretary; J. T. Dorkins, W. M. Esther chapter No. 7. Order of the Eastern Star—Stated meeting third Thursday of each month at 6004 Center avenue. Rosa E. Hill, W. M.; J. Lucile Lewis, secretary. Nacmi Tabernacle No. 39. Daughters of Tailor—Meeting first and third Tuesday night in each month at Re- formers hall. Frankstown avenue. East End. Julia Tabb. H. P.; 12 Mayflower street. East End; Maggie Moore. V. R. 6525 Upland street. East End. McKeesport, Pa. Glittering Diamond Tabernacle, No. 87, Daughters of Tabor, meets second Tuesday night of each month at 1118 Market street. Lily of the Valky Court of Calla-tha, No. 267, meets first Thursday evening of each month at 1118 Market street. ELIZABETH, PA. Wainwright lodge, No. 45, K. of P. Brother A. T. Scott, C. C.; Brother French E. H. Greene, Brother Stanley Young. B. Burton, prelate; Brother Wesley H. Stratton, M. of E.; Brother Charles S. Batch, M. of F.; Brother Stanley Simmons, K. of R. and S; 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, C. French E. H. Greene, C. Brother Simmons, trustees; Brother French E. H. Greene was elected delegate to the grand lodge. Advance lodge, No. 269 of G, U. O. of O. P. election aa follows; Guardian Hiram Simmons warden, James Bar- nole, grand Frend; Oscar Goodrich; grand Frend; Sweeny; worthy Rev. John Lotterbury; mourthy treasurer; Fred R. Batch; S. Ernes; Moore; P. S.; Fred R. Batch; P. N. G.; A. T. Scott, F. N. 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 worshipful grand lodge of Free and Accepted Ancient York Rite Masons of Pennsylvania officers: H. E. Workman, G. master; Joseph Washington, Dep. G. master; Jerry M. Lannon, G. Sr. warden; Richard Staples, G., Jr. warden; Jas. Lethick, G. treasurer; La Royal Wilson, G. secretary; Rev. Thomas Ford, grand chaplain; Rev. W. H. Truss, grand lecturer. The officers of the grand commandery of Knights Templar of the state of Pennsylvania are: Sir Knights Joseph L. Thomas, 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. Delorian Tabernacle No. 41. I. O. of T. Daughters of Tabor, meets second and fourth Tuesday night in each month at Odd Fellows hall, corner Beaver and Broad street, Swickley. Pa. Mrs. Mattie F. Bowden, H. P.; Mrs. Martha Anderson, v. P.; Mrs. G. H. Ha'iard, C. R.; Mrs. R. H. Lee, V.; Mrs. Lucy Blackson, C. T. AKRON O (By Mary Broady) "Royal" was the way R. H. Jones, the East Market street barber entertained the boys in honor of H. D. Dudley and other members of the "Smart Set Wednesday evening, so those present said. Mr. and Mrs. William Murray spent Thanksgiving at Wadsworth, O. the guests of John Taylor and family. Mr. and Mrs. Squire Tisdale served an elegant four course dinner Thanksgiving evening. Rev. Jones and family. Mrs. Thomas and son Winston of East Liverpool, O.; Mrs. Mary Lewis and G. T. Gross were their guests. Mr. and Mrs. Gabriel Woolridge had for their guests for Thanksgiving dinner Mrs. H. W. White, Kalamazoo, Mich.; Mrs. Beasley, Chicago Heights, Ill.; Mrs. A. L. Young, Daniel Young. Nanny Steppe and Louisa Broady were entertained by Miss Florence Earley, Wadsworth, O. Thanksgiving. Messrs. Roy Prince, H. Christian, Fred Jones, Edward Archer, Misses Esther Jones, May Taylor and Mrs. Mary Broad attended the recital and entertainment given by Mrs. William Page at Wadsworth, Thanksgiving evening. Mrs. Rachel Ramey of Sharon, Pa. is visiting her sister, Mrs. Tom Anderson, who has been very sick, but is much improved now. Miss Pauline Foster of Massillon, O. spent Thanksgiving and Sunday with her aunt, Mrs. Henry Anderson, Mrs. H. W. White of Kalamazoo, Mich. lectr for her home Monday. Clarence A. Powell, the well known representative of the Tuskegee Institute, is in our city. He is the guest of Rev. Jones and family. The heavy storm did not prevent a large attendance at the Sunday services at the Second Baptist church and the grandeur of the services more than repaid for all discomforts experienced to get them. Forty-seven were welcomed into the church at the close of the afternoon service. One hundred thirty-five members attended the communion service, with visitors from the two other churches and other visitors packed the church and witnessed one of the grandest scenes that occurs any where where people are joining the church. Thirteen were baptized, the youngest being the little eighty-year-old son of Mrs. Rosa Robinson. 206 Annadale avenue. Sunday evening the Second church suspended services and a large crowd attended the mass meeting at the A. M. E. Zion church to listen to the discussion on "Business Possibilities Amongst Our People of This City" which proved to be very interesting and instructive, especially the remarks of C. A. Powell of Tuskegee, Ala.; Rev. Jones, Rev. E. D. W. Bell, B. Mann, T. Hailstock, Levi Pinn and G. T. Gross. Would like to hear from Carl Johnson, our former agent. (Manager.) WELLSVILLE When the four saloons were opened here on Monday, Young Sleuth was on the street a witness and to rescue any bad looking schemes and make that acquainted with different clauses in the law. Miss Emma Richison entertained and served a very dainty luncheon on Thanksgiving, George Coffee of this city and Charles Martin of Alliance, O., being the welcome guests. Miss Richison, accompanied by Mr. Coffee, were visiting relatives of Miss Emma Richison, a few days ago, and report a very fine trip. The grandmother spared no pains in making everything pleasant for her granddaughter and Mr. Coffee. Although they have won, the Democrats are keeping very still until they set the steering wheel in their own hands. The Republicans can look out for revenue pepper and plenitude or it then. Youngstown, O. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Jackson of Myrtle avenue, were the guests of relatives in Pittsburgh on Thursday. Mrs. Harry Williams and Miss Wimma Gudser spent Thanksgiving in Mrs. Harry Williams and Miss Wila Guyder spent Thanksgiving in Steubenville with relatives. Mrs. Robert Mackey of West Federal street, is on the sick list. William Paterson of Covington street, is suffering with a mashed foot. Mrs. Claims Williams remains the same. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Trvin returned from Chicago after a two month's visit. Hank Griffin of Utica, N. Y., is in the city and will box at the Clover Leaf Athletic club. Mrs. A. Glenn and family were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Williams on Saturday. The eminent of the late Robert Ridley of Warren, O. was held in Warren on Sunday. He was a pioneer in siding. The minister was in charge of McKinney Lodge No. M K. P. of which the deceased was a member. The services were largely attended and the casket was hidden in flowers from a large number of friends. He leaves to mourn three daughters and two sons and a host of friends. Rev. Jesse Smith of the Oak Hill Avenue A. M. E. church officiated. A num- THE COURIER. Her of Youngstown people attended also. Mess Lewis was the guest of David Boggess and family in Revenna on Thanksgiving. John Hill died at the residence of his daughter in East Boardman street on Monday morning. Mrs. Thos. E. Green of Ashtabula, O. is the guest of her son and daughter, Attorney and Mrs. Thos. E. Green of West Myrtle avenue. Considerable interest has been shown by the Afro-American population in the efforts of Thos. E. Green, Jr. attorney-at-law, in his efforts to set free Wm. Houston of Roanoke, Va. whom the police authorities of the city arrested on the 25 of November on suspicion. On the first Attorney Green, Jr., brought habeas corpus proceedings and Houston was released by Common Pleas Judge W. P. Earnham. However the police were not to be deceased in their efforts to prosecute and persecute Houston, who is a Negro so they arrested him as being a fugitive from justice, though no evidence was produced at his hearing to prove him such. He was remanded to jail to await extradition papers. Attorney Greene brought a second habeas corpus proceeding on Tuesday, December 5, the writ was allowed to view the requisition papers which Attorney Green alleger were defecting. The outcome is impatiently awaited. Houston was convicted in Roanoke, Va. of buying stolen whisky of $50 value and sentenced to five years in the penitentiary. John Kell, who died at the residence of his daughter in East Boardman street on Monday morning, was buried in Sharon, Pa., on Wednesday. Mrs. Henry Johnson of Hogue street, is the guest of relatives in Martins Ferry. Steubenville, O. (D. Stewart Cook.) The Ladies' Aid society held a special meeting on last Monday night at the home of Mrs. Laura Cook. The ladies invited their husbands and friends and quite an enjoyable time was spent. The hostess served an excellent luncheon. Tuesday evening, November 25, at their club room 159 South. Sixth street, the Stanton club was very delightfully entertained by a party of ladies composed of Mesdames W. Scripfo, M. Alexander, C. D. Viney, F. Walden and Misses M. Winston and L. Swan. Clerks invited were also in attendance among whom were Mrs. M. Heath of Washington, D. C. The hours from 9 until 11 were spent at cards, prizes being awarded to Mrs. Alexander and E. Gregory. An enjoyable collation served by the ladies, dancing was indulged in until a late hour, when all dispersed after a vote of thanks from the club members to the ladies for one of the most pleasant events of the season. A little son has come to brighten the home of Mr. and Mrs. Roy Boycan. The Thanksgiving dinner which was served at the Second Baptist church was a grand success. The Junior leage of Simpson church rendered a beautiful cantata on last Friday evening under the direction of Mrs. L. A. Anderson. John R. Jackson was in Wheeling Thanksgiving. Mrs. Virginia Banks of Pittsburgh spent Thanksgiving with Mrs. Lloyd Martin. Albert Robinson of Wheeling, W. Va., was the guest of his mother, Mrs. Luey Robinson on Thanksgiving. Mrs. Luey Robinson is sick. Mr. L. Brown of Adams street, is very ill. Mr. and Mrs. Fred of Cadiz, O., visited Mrs. Sam Thomas on Thanksgiving. Mr. and Mrs. Elmer White spent Thanksgiving with Mr. and Mrs. Claude Pattallg. Chester White spent Thanksgiving with his parents in Columbus. Mrs. Harry Williams and sister, Miss Wilma of Youngstown, were the guests of their parents, Mr. and Mrs. Eli Guyder. Thanksgiving week. Mrs. Henry Smith and her song, Thomas, Henry and Wilson, of McHylte, were stopping in Steubenville on Saturday, and while here were the guests of their aunt, Mrs. Eli Guyder. Smithfield, Ohio (By Viola Carter.) John W. Christian and wife spent Sunday in McIntyre. Gerald Binns spent Sunday night in Harrisville the guest of Miss Alice Faithful. Mrs. John Harris and sister, Eiffie Beall, were shopping in Bradley on Friday. Miss Salissa Harris spent Thursday and Friday as the guest of Mrs. Levi Towny. G. Veney and wife entertained at Thanksgiving dinner S. W. White and wife, Mrs. T. G. White and Mrs. Henretta Harris. Miss Minnie Beall spent Wednesday and Thursday as the guests of Miss Alice Faithful of Harrisville. Miss Estela Smith of McIntyre, one of the Boxwell students of that place, is attending High school here and stopping with Mrs. John Christian. Miss Alice Faithful of Harrisville, and Miss Minnie Beall of this place, were the guests of friends in Flushing from Friday until Sunday. Don'torset the entertainment on Saturday night. We are glad to say that Miss Emma Carter is convalescing. Fred Faithful of Harrisville, was the guest of Miss Minnie Beall on Sunday evening. Archie Hargrave, one of the professional young men of this place, who is fitting himself to be a drugsit, spent from Wednesday until Sunday with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Cary Hargrave, and returned home to Pittsburgh on Sunday night. Mrs. Ed. West and daughter, Miss Mattle, Mrs. Chas. Thomas and daughters, spent from Thursday until Saturday with friends in Cadiz. Miss Virginia Smith was the guest of Miss Ellie Beall on Thursday night. Rev Jackson Oakey of McIntyre spent Monday with friends here. Rev R. R. Cooper and Miss Sallie Harris added the entertainment at Thursday night. Crass. Smith and wife speak from Tuesday until Saturday with friends here. Mrs. Dave West and daughter Thadia, wrote the index of Mrs. James Carter on Thanksgiving. Erin West, Sr. of McIntyre, was the cust of friends here from Friday morning. The box social at McIntyre on Thanksgiving night was quite a suce qees. A nice sum was realized. Mr. and Mrs. Hays Harris entertained at dinner on Sunday Lewis Castle and family. Mrs. C. H. Thomas is on the sick list. COLORED TEACHERS OF NORTH WEST VIRGINIA HOLD SIXTH ANNUAL CONFERENCE. One of the proofs to demonstrate the uprising of the Negro race was shown last week when on Thursday and Friday the teachers of North West Virginia held their sixth annual association in the Lincoln High school, with Prof. H. D. Hazelwood as president; Miss Frances Morton, vice president; Miss Bernadine Peyton, secretary. The first session was opened on Thursday at 10 a.m. The devotional exercises were conducted by Rev. G. W. W. Jenkins of the Simpson M. E. church, after which Prof. J. W. Hughes, principal of the Lincoln High school of Wheeling, extended in a manner that readily showed the hospitality which had long been known to exist in Wheeling. Prof. L. O. Wilson of Weston, responded in behalf of the teachers and surely displayed a feeling of acceptance. Prof. H. D. Hazelwood followed with a very spicy address which was very instructive. Chas. W. Florence of Grafton, whose future is looked forward to by many with interest as one of the promoters of the Race, opened the subject for general discussion. "What factor should be most prominent in determining the promotion of pupils." After a careful consideration of the subject Mr. Florence said since so much depended on the examination, it being the only means yet to determine a pupils ability (or higher work, the requirement of an average of 70 percent, in his opinion, should be the chief factor in determining promotion. Prof. J. R. Jefferson of Parkersburg who showed himself fully able to handle the subject, said that owing to circumstances that are peculiar to some of the children of our Race, which makes them unable to master some of the disadvantages which confront them, a disposition should be shown to give these children credit for an effort. In this way some good heart may not be ploughed out by tough treatment. Miss Mattie Prouty and Miss Mary McMechen also made a few interesting and well arranged talk on the subject. Thursday evening's session opened at 9 o'clock after prayer by Rev. J. T. Farley and a solo from Miss Alma Lightfoot. Prof. Hamlin Guss, principal of the normal department of the Colored institute, gave an address which contained many good things that would be food and nourishment for those who are striving for that which helps to place us on equality with out more favored brother. We are sorry space prevents its publication. Earl Jones rendered a couple of selections, by special request, which were greatly appreciated. Prof. Work, principal of the City schools of Wheeling, spoke in the highest terms of the results accomplished by the untiring effort made by these teachers. He said he believed the worst was over. The American Negro had been through the wilderness and now they had the greatest of encouragement to fight on. Friday morning was a sectional meeting at which time interesting subjects for each grade were discussed by the able educators. One of the most interesting features of the morning session was a class in mathematics, reading and language of the primary grade under Miss Hemmings. This class spoke well for Miss Hemmings, also the many designs of art in drawing and paintings showed that much talent had been brought to the surface by the careful study on the part of the teachers. Friday evening which closed this week of educational work, was a song and dramatic recital from "Enoch Arden" Ed. Bingham. This great band of educators will meet again next year in a like manner at reception, with president, Chas. Florence; vice president, Miss Jessie Hale; secretary, Miss Mays; assistant secretary, Miss Mary McMechen; treasurer, Miss Viola Lee. Miss Mamie Coffman entertained last Thursday evening at 6 o'clock dinner the honored guests being Miss M. Brady of Moundsville and Chas. Florence of Grafton. A very pretty and quiet white and blue wedding took place on Thursday evening at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Glenns at which time Rev. W. Crawley united with the holy band of matrimony the youngest daughter, Sallie Spriggs, to Robert Walter, Lansing. The bride looked most charming. She was attired in a golden trimmed with beautiful lace and attended by Miss Mary Curry, who wore white. Mr. Fred Russel acted as best man. After the ceremony they ushered into the dining room, where a delicious wedding supper awaited them. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Wood in a very elaborate manner entertained last Sunday evening a few of their friends, complimentary to their house guest, Miss Maude Scott, the latter's niece. Those who shared their hospitality were Miss Simmons of Blaine, O. Misses Phoebe Perry, Nellie Hemmings, Ella Kennedy and Attorney Graham. Miss Powels of Bucannon, Chas. Florence and Mr. Armstrong, were the guests of Miss Mamie Coffman during the teachers association. The many friends of Miss Nellie Hemmings, one of our prominent teachers in the Lincoln High school here, who received word last Sunday evening of the sudden death of her mother, wish to extend to her her greatest sympathy in this sad hour. The funeral services of Mansie Ainsworth, who departed this life Friday evening at 10:45, took place from the Walman A. M. E. church on the day afternoon at 2 o'clock, Rev J. T. Farley; conducting the service, assisted by Rev Crawley of the Ezekeene Baptist Church. While the death of Mansie Ainsworth was sad it was not an insult. He had been a long and persistent sufferer, having been raised in Wheeling he, like any young man possessing such qualities, had won for himself such a reputation that his many friends had cause to look forward for a great future in him. Realizing that this world was only a place to transitory joes of sin and vanity in his early years he gave himself up to God. When the time began to approach that he should bid farewell to everything below, how cheerfully he accepted the call. And the many friends of the deceased join with the bereaved ones in this sad hour. A mother and father, realizing that only God is able to heal the wounded heart at such a time being forced to surrender your only and all. My Father calls me to his arms And willingly I go. With cheerfulness I bid farewell To everything below. My parents, tender, kind and dear, I bid farewell to you. Thou Nature feels and I can find Tis hard to say adieu. See that there is sufficient postage on mail to us.—(Manager.) WASHINGTON Mr. Batch, the Misses Hilton of Monongahela, and Mrs. Frank Morton of Washington, were Thanksgiving guests of Miss Nellie Jefferson of Terrace avenue. Mrs. Agnes Leech and daughter, Miss Heien, spent several days the past week with friends at Brownsville, Pa. Mrs. Jelia Merritts of Pittsburgh, spent Thanksgiving with her daughter, Mrs. Mary F. Crockett of this place. Mrs. Annie Slipson of Pittsburgh, has returned home after spending several days with her parents. Mr. and Mrs. Albert Baker of Forest avenue. Horace G. Henderson and wife of Pittsburgh, were Thanksgiving guests of Mrs. Henderson's sister, Mrs. Parker Thompson. Henry Dyer of the A. B. Caldwell store, was the guest last week of friends at Cleveland and Youngstown, O. Mrs. Sarah Moppins of Pittsburgh, was a Thanksgiving caller to her sister, Mrs. O. J. Chatman. Rev. W. H. Butler and Mrs. Butler attended the anniversary reception of Rev. P. A. Scott at Pittsburgh last week. Miss Ida Banks of Burton avenue, was the guest of friends at Youngstown, O. the past week. Misses Mabel Burd and Francis Vactor of Canonsburg, were Sunday evening callers of Miss Eva Brooks. Mrs. Fanny Galter and little son, Melvin, of Connellville, are the guests of her sister, Mrs. J. T. Brandy of Absecon Avenue. Walbridge, Brant and Ray Whooten of Bridgeville, Pa. attended the dance at Odd Fellows hall last Thursday evening. Messrs J. Dixon, H. Rittenhouse of Wheeling, W. Va, Harry Baker, A. Thomas, H. Fisher and T. Baker, were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Earl Miller at 6 o'clock dinner last Thursday. Mrs. Maria Ringgold and daughter Mrs. Martha Butler, Mrs. Francis Ringgold and her little daughter, Frances, Rev. and Mrs. Brown all of Pittsburgh, were guests the past week at the home of Rev. T. H. Turner of 107 Gibson avenue. Miss Marguerite Thomas and brother, Morgan, who have been confined to the house by illness are able to be out. Mrs. Margaret Crockett has been quite ill the past week at the home of her son, Alfred Crockett. Rev. W. H. Butler of the St. Paul A. M. E. church who is confined to bed by illness, is at this writing somewhat improved. Mrs. Isabel Freeman, who has been seriously ill is much better at present writing. The funeral of Mrs. Jane Robinson, who died Sunday at the City hospital, took place from her late residence on Tuesday afternoon. Rev. T. H. Turner of Wright's Chapel officiated. Nimrod Grayson, a highly respected citizen of Washington, died at his home on Walnut street on Tuesday evening after an illness of 18 months. He is survived by his wife, two sons, four daughters, all of Washington, also two brothers and two sisters. He was a faithful member of the St. Paul A. M. E. church and a kind husband and father in his home. The annual memorial sermon of the B. P. O. Elks of the World will be held in the Odd Fellows hall next Sunday at 2:00 p.m. Among the many prominent speakers to be present will be Rev. W. S. Lowry, D. D., of Pittsburgh. Following is the order of exercises: Overture; open memorial service; opening ode; prayer, Chappin A. A. Stewart; vinyl selection, Largo-Handel, Dr. L. C. Honesty, accompanied by Mrs. Honesty; eulogy, Brother Thos. H. Wheeler; eulogy, Brother Thos. Wilson of No. 124 Lodge, North Side, Pittsburgh; solo, Mrs. Mayne Herndon, Western Temple. No. 3; eulogy, Brother J. H. Johnson, Iron City No. 17, Pittsburgh; violin solo, "Romance," Dr. L. C. Honesty; address by our esteemed Brother W. S. Lowry, D. D.; closing ceremonies; doxology; benediction, Rev. W. S. Lowry; finale, Mrs. L. C. Honesty. Usual services were held last Sabbath, but on account of the stormy weather, the congregation was small Rev. Butler, although feeling ill, delivered two excellent sermons. The Thanksgiving dinner was a financial success and those having it in charge wish to thank all persons who rendered them any assistance. The reception for our pastor and family has been postponed until a later date owing to the illness of Dr. Butler. The Sunday school management is preparing to render two beautiful cantatas during the holidays announcement of which will be made later. It is earnestly hoped that all members of this church will rally in attendance so that St. Paul's may maintain her usual high standing. Remember that in "Union (only) there is strength." Nazareth Baptist Church. Last Sunday being the last communion for the year a large attendance was seen. About 75 persons communed. Instead of a sermon at 11 a.m. monthly covenant meeting was held. The Sunday school and B. Y. P. U. were largely attended and the lessons were gone over by the leader. During the past month six accessions have been made to this church and the hand of fellowship extended. The Slattown convention will be given in this church on December 14, under the direction of Miss Lillian Payne. A cordial invitation is extended to the public as all who fail to attend will miss a treat. The support Saturday evening was a financial success. Mr. and Mrs. David Redmain, who have been seriously ill are somewhat improved, also all the other sick members. A wonderful report was made by the prayer meeting committee last Friday evening at its last business meeting of the year. This commit- MRS. E. JONES Dealer and Manufacturer of HUMAN HAIR GOODS Switches, Puffs, Transformations. Straightening Combs and Hackels. Artistic Wig Making a Specialty. 905 WYLIE AVENUE PITTSBURGH, PA. An organisation for promoting all race enterprises, including contract work, company stores, farming, etc. For information write to or call on NOAN COLES, President 6317 Broad Street MRS. M. C. CALLOWAY 2531 WYLIE AVENUE MILLINERY AND NOTIONS Hats made to order, retrimmed and remodeled at lowest possible prices. This Store is Under the Management of MISS EMMA ROY JACKSON Funeral Director Fine Carriages for Opera Parties 1809 Wylie Avenue, and 1808-1810 Bingham St. S. B. Telephones: Bell, 9015 Hemlock P. & A., 1301-F The oldest undertaker in Pittsburg and a member of the Undertakers' Association. WANTED WANTED. Twenty-five young lannes to secure subscriptions for the Courter. Wyke 1200 Wylie avenue or call Page, Cress 1200, or Hill 699-W. NOTICE WATERTED—50 boys from Great Fallibush to sell the Courier Friday and Saturday of each week. Come day evening to 1209 Wylie avenue for papers. Mostly furnished rooms for respectable men. Centrally located, 1628 Wythe avenue. Rates reasonable. OM established house. Mrs. Ada Palmer, Proprietress. Rooming House centrally located and doing a good business. Well furnished. Best of reasons for selling at great sacrifice. Inquire at once. 1012 Wyle Avenue. tee reported 275 persons attending prayer meeting in November an average of 55 persons per evening, also $12.35 raised. This is a report seldom seen from larger churches. John Wesley M. E. Church. Mrs. John Ware and daughters, Mrs. Chas, Newby and Miss Lucy Ware, were visitors in Pittsburgh last Sunday. Miss Lucy Ware, matron of the Orphan's Home at Huntington, W. Va., has returned home after a visit with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Ware of Lang street. Thanksgiving services were held last Thursday, the sermon was preached by the pastor, Rev. Jefferson. The parishioner and furniture committee served a supper in the evening. Last Sunday afternoon the corner stone of the new building was laid by the G. U. O. O.F. A very interesting address was delivered by Rev. Peter Cameron of the church. The Linda Aid Society was entertained last Wednesday at the home of Mrs. Jennie Ware. Wright's Chapel. Usual services prevailed last Sunday, the pastor delivered two excellent sermons. A successful revival at this church has just closed. Next, Sunday, December 10, will be rally day at which time all cards must be turned in. The trustees are arranging to hold an oyster, supper on December 15, at the parsonage, 107 Gibson avenue, also they will serve an old-fashioned meal of pan-bread and chitlains. Many improvements are planned for the beautifying of this church in the near future. The Booster club, Mrs. M. Dillard, president, will furnish the carpet, the Missionary society, the stained windows, and several other organizations have their special work. A Literary society will be formed next Thursday and a debate will take place soon. All lines of work here are progressing under Rev. T. H. Turner, the pastor. Social. A number of friends of Mrs. Florence Harris of Erie street, called upon on her on Tuesday evening, November 28, at an hour when she was not expecting them, giving her a surprise party in honor of her birthday. A pleasant evening was spent by all present. Mr. and Mrs. John Ware entertained last Thursday at a 6 o'clock dinner. Those present were: Rev. W. E. Jefferson, Misses 'Gertrude' Joiner, Grace Johner and Etta L. Washington. Little Miss Nancy Tanner of Pittsburgh, is the guest to her grandmother and mother of this place. H. J. Johnson of Washington, Patriarchie 129. G. T. O. O. F. superintendent of the St. Paul A. M. E. Sunday school and an employee of Uncle Sam, is wearing a broad smile these winter days. No, not on account of the success of these organizations. It is a boy. Mother and son are getting along fine. See that sufficient postage is on mail to us—(Manager.) HOUSEHOLD 908-910 PENN AVENUE LIGHTENS THE LOAD OF HOME UP-KEEP EXPENSE The renewal of refurnishings—the maintenance of newness and brightness—necessitates frequent purchasing of furniture, carpets, rugs, ranges, etc. Don't pay prohibitly prices for makeshift stuff elsewhere Come to The Household and pay little "pay the easy way"—for furnishings that will wear a lifetime. Don't touch your savings—We give you all the credit you want and all the time you want in which to pay the bill. Wardrobe ... Give presents that are fasting and useful. Every man would appreciate this beautiful piece as a gift. It is made of solid cork or amboyna finish, has large holes for airflow and is made of rice. Need for it! Wrap be and pig the easy way. $5 CASH DELIVERS THIS OUTFIT. $5 MONTHLY PAYS FOR THIS OUTFIT. THE HOUSEHOLD 908-910 PENN AVENUE Pay the Easy Way Six Fine Chairs and this 6-ft $19.75 Table-- This set is made of Solit Oak, finished polished golden calf, consisting of six the Chase leather seat chairs, strongly made. The chairs have large and extend 6 feet when open. The chairs have clay free to match the table. FREE BEAUTIFUL DINNER SET 3 ROOMS COMPLETE $5 CASH MONTHLY PRICE $87.50 COMPLETE $5 CASH DELIVERS THIS OUTFIT $5 MONTHLY PAYS FOR THIS OUTFIT THIS "BEAUTY" $14.75 $1.50 Cash; 50c Weekly This "Beauty" Gaa Range is the greatest special we have ever offered. This range is in nine to five thousand homes in Pittsburgh, and is enclosed by the leading chefs throughout the world. The entire top and front of this range is made of beaty wood, front the burgundy arms all hard, hand-drilled pine patterns. Note the thermometer on the oven door; it registers the exact heat for heating. The doors in Price and there's a large broiler below. Come and see this range. We will show you why it will burn less gas than any other range. This Massive $44.75 Bedroom Suit. This high-grade Golden Oak Napoleon Sneeze Bedroom Suit is the greater value ever offered. A consort of a tailor, Napoleon Red hairstyle, red tion and fronts the Dresser and Clothion are street colonial scale, very massive, and match the bed exactly. They have large French place mirrors and plenty of drawer space. PAY THE EASY WAY. CASH US WE HAVE IT ISEM & J Tailors 70 FULTON ST. EIGHT New Castle, Pa. The Sunshine Honnington club gave a reception at the home of Mrs. Emma Roos of North street. Friday evening, December 1. The house was tastefully decorated with the club chairs, gold and silver. The club members were proudly attired in white and they wore rosettes of blue and gold. The following officers formed to receive the prize. Mrs. Anna Harrison, Mrs. Mary Finch, Mrs. Marion Turner and Miss Anna Charleston. After serving refreshments the announcement of the engagement of Miss Anna Charleston and Mr. Saunders, the latter being of Sharon, Pa. was made. It came as a surprise to a host of friends. The guests were Rev. and Mrs. Pollard, Mrs. and Mrs. Minor Robinson, Mr. and Mrs. Eupie Billard, Mr. and Mrs. Louis Tight and shade holder, h the gas lamp is fitte THIS SOLID OAK BUFFET $17.50 You would expect to pay at least $25 for this beau- tiful Solid Oak Buffet. It has an extra large size base that is conveniently arranged with silver and linen drawers and two leaded art glass doors. Compartments for sundries, etc. Glass panels. Fine French plate mirror that makes this a wonderful bargain at this low price. $5 CASH DELIVERS THIS OUTFIT. The house 908-910 P FREE BEAUTIFUL DINNER SET PRICE $87.5 5 CASH DELIVERS THIS OUTFIT CASH LIVERS OUTFIT. $5 MONTHLY PAYS FOR THIS OUTFIT. THE HOUSEHOLD 908-910 PENN AVENUE 3 ROOM COMP $5 CASH MON. CE $87.50 COMPLET $5 MONTHLY FOR THIS All Holiday Goods Sold on Special Paythe Easy Way Terms SEM & JEFF ALWAYS IN THE FALL A PLACE:YOUR ORDER Fit Style and SEE T. & J. P. & A. PHONE JEFFRESS ALWAYS IN THE LEAD WITH NEVER FALL AND WINTER. AGE:YOUR ORDER PAY Fit Style and Workmanship Guard SEE T. & J. WITH WORLDS FASH P. & A. PHONE 356 2 E. PITTSBURG PLACE:YOUR ORDER PAY AS YOU PLEASE Fit Style and Workmanship Guaranteed SEE T. & J. WITH WORLDIS FASHIONS B & A PHONE 356 2 E PITTSBURGH, PA Mr. and Mrs. Wilks, Mr. and Mrs. William Johnson, Mr. and Mrs. Taylor, Mr. and Mrs. W. Turner, Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Miller, Mr. and Mrs. Steve Ropper, Mr. and Mrs. Golfness, Mr. and Mrs. Wila Roots, Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Gardner, Mrs. Emma Lawson, Misses Ella Dunkle, Emma Danks, Jala Roots, Elizabeth Thomas, Mrs. Huff, Misses Lotte Cooper, Rita Ward, Ella Maras, Fannie Howard, Rebecca Buker, Francis Williams, Laura Smith Lizzie Worz, Rowena Watkins, Caine Brown, Estella Huff, Payne, Mrs. Johnson, Tarr, Miss Ettie Mason, Mrs. Huff and Miss George Henderson, also Lenor Howard, Huston Steppee, William Beaumont were present. All reports are true. The club meets with Mrs. Marion Turner on December 11 Bethel Notes. *On Thanksgiving* day Rev. W. H. Truss delivered a splendid sermon and the Stewardesses served an ex THIS BEAUTIFUL "REGINA" CUT GLASS ELECTRIC OR GAS LAMP To every person making a purchase of $25 or more between Monday, December 4th and Saturday, December 9th, we will give your choice of this handsome lamp, to be used for electricity or gas; the shade and base is made of the celebrated "Regina" cut glass with deep cut star design and very deep cut scrolls; this lamp is fitted with nickle trimmed electric socket and shade holder, having beautiful white cord and long beaded fringe; the gas lamp is fitted with Welshburner. OAK BUFFET This Turk Rocker O $5 MONTHLY PAYS FOR THIS OUTFIT. 3 ROOMS COMPLETE $5 CASH. MONTHLY COMPLETE $5 MONTHLY PAYS FOR THIS OUTFIT THIS "BEAT GAS RANCH" $1.50 Cash; 50c Weekly This "Beat" cat special range is in bomen the throught the fire t is ma buneed sinte o the cepes broiler range will be range. This Beautiful Uni Bed Davenport. $2.00 CASH; 75e A Fine Felt Mattress Free Wit This improved "A puffold" Bed Davenport furniture that it have to be our good customer at this remarkably low price. is made of selected quarter sawn oak, o and seat are upholstered with A1 grade o noted for its wearing qualities. The bead and the seat is upholstered plain. One handsome parlor piece to the most com seen the good bed Davenports, then come the best. YOU CAN PAY THE EASY W FRESS LEAD WITH NEW STYLE AND WINTER. PAY AS YOU PLEASE Workmanship Guaranteed WITH WORLDS FASHIONS 356 2 E. PITTSBURGH, PA. Fine Felt Mattress Free With This Davenport This improved "1-puffold" Bed Davenport is the greatest piece of furniture that it has ever been our good fortune to buy, and offer to customers at this remarkably low price. The reason of this Davenport is made of selected secured armored oak, or birch mashogny. The back and seat are upholstered with Al grade of "Jumtuck" leather, that is noted for its wearing qualities. The back is deeply diamond tufted, and the seat is upholstered plain. The motion changes from a handsome patterning to the most comfortable bed. If you have the suitable bed davenports, then come to The Household and see the best. YOU CAN PAY THE EASY WAY. cellent dinner to many. December 6 was a stormy day, yet many listened to two splendid sermons by the pastor and at 1 p.m. the Sunday school missionary society with Miss Susie Eldis as president, gave a splendid program. Rev. Temple, the new presiding officer, held a session of quarterly conference on December 6, which was very pleasant to the officers at which time he also confirmed the steward board. The Almun club met with Mrs. Charles Proft, December 6 and a pleasant meeting was the result. Mrs. W. Cummins, C. A. Jones and Master Geo. Trus, who have been on the social list are recovering. An excellent meeting of the board or matrons of Earwood. Home will be at the home of Miss Johnson of Bailey street. Mrs. R. A. Aldrue state resident; Mrs. M. L. Matthew and Mrs. R. J. Webster were present. The next meeting will be at Sewick. This Turkish $13.75 Rocker Only. $1 Cash; 50c Weekly. THIS "BEAUTY" $14.75 GAS RANGE . . . This "Beauty" Gas Range is the greatest special we have ever offered. This range is in use in over five thousand homes in Pittsburgh, and is endorsed by the leading chefs throughout. Covered from the top and front of this range is made of heavy cast iron; the burners are all hard, hand-drilled stir pattern. Note the thermometer on the oven door; it registers the exact heat for baking. The oven is fierce and there's a large broiler below. Come and see this range. We will show you why it will burn less gas than any other range. Beautiful Unifold $27.50 Davenport . . . $2.00 CASH; 75c A WEEK Lattress Free With This Davenport "Unifold" Bed Davenport is the greatest piece of was ever been our good fortune to buy, and offer to remarkably low price. The grange of the Davenport quaint, narrow oak, or birch mahogany. The back seted with 41 grade of "Nutuck" leather, that is ling qualities. The back is deeply diamond furred, holistered platinum. The mother's changes from a tie to the most comfortable bed. If you have Davenports, then come to The Household and see IN PAY THE EASY WAY. This fine Chase leather Turkish Rocker, is entirely upholstered, having deep tuffed back and arms. The seat is supported by two comfortable rockers. The finest gift you can select. Pay the easy way. THE COURIER ```markdown ``` Day on December 29. A spendl1 box was sent from the E. J. Moore L. & A. circle for donation day. Many donations were received from friends in New Castle for which the board exhorted thanks. FRANKLIN, PA. By: Annie Bark Lawson. The A. M. E. Zion church is holding their forty-sixth anniversary this week. They held a successful rail day Sunday. J. Robert Riley, who has a restaurant on Thirteenth street, lost last week for a two weeks visit to Else, Pan. Buffalo, N. Y. and Boston, Mass. Word has been received by Mrs. Bertha Carter of Eagle street, of the death of W. M. Sharrow of Cleveland, O. Who lived here at one time Mrs. Carter is Mr. Sherrow's adopted daughter. Mrs. Amanda Scott is visiting Mr. and Mrs. Hiram Simmons of Youngtown. The Harper W. C. T. U. will meet at the A. M. E. Zion church on Friday December 3. There will be an location of officers of the union, also of the Majorie Steese Y. Rev. S. C. Honesty, Miss Jessie Honesty, Master Clarence Honesty, were Thanksgiving guests of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Bellamy of Newstreet. Miss Mary Honesty has gone to Youngstown. O. to visit her sister. Mrs. Gertrude Franklin. SEWICKLEY (By Teddy.) The Thanksgiving dinner given by the Junior Missionary society of the Antioch Baptist church, was a grand success and the committee extends sincere thanks to those who patronized. President, Miss Emma Grayson, secretary, Miss Blanche Bowler. W. H. Stockton of Rochester, N. Y., was the guest of his mother, Mrs. Mary L. Mathews of Ferry street, on Thanksgiving day. We are pleased to see Wm. H. Holland, the popular young violinist and tuba player, out again after an illness which confined him to the house for a few days. Mrs. Young Ware was hostess to a very pretty appointed Thanksgiving dinner in honor of Miss Katie Hawkins. The early evening and after dinner was spent in games, music and dancing. Those present were as follows: Miss Katie Hawkins, Miss Emma Coleman, Mrs. Minnie Floyd, Mrs. Walter Carter and Mrs. Young Ware. The gentlemen present were Benj. Ford, Mr. Watson, Daniel Renolds, Young Ware, Walter Carter, Masters Cecil Campbell and Spencer Brown. Mrs. L. A. Durham and son, Master Henry Durham, spent Thanksgiving in Carnegie, Pa. the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Brown. Rev. Henry Durham was their guest the following day. Sunday, December 21, will be Young People Missionary day at St. Mathews T. M. E. Zion church. Miss Mazie W. Brown is president. Dr. Tuesay, December 12, a publie concert will be given at the St. Mathews A. M. E. Zion church. Mrs. Matilda Brown, Sewickley's noted soprato, is manager. The concert at the St. John's A. M. E. church on December 14, promises to be a great success. Wilson's Cornet will be on hand with several new numbers and all the old favorites to entertain the affair, with Prof. Norris and his famous quartet and some of Sewickley's literary lights added. Mrs. Ida Wilson is manager. We want more local news from Sewickley and more people to buy the paper. — Sewickley. — (Manager.) APOLLO, PA. (10) Carroll H. Stevenson.) We go Sunday morning to find a beautiful carpet of snow covering Mother Church and though it continued to rain all days the faithfulness wended their way to the house of the Lord. At 11:30 a.m. Rev. Mason preached to Joan Mill. 11. Many amens were hard during the sermon and all went home burned up in spirit. Jackson intended John H. Jackson held an excellent Sunday school in preparing the school for their Christmas entertainment. At 7:30 p.m. pastor was again at his post or duty and preached to an appreciative congregation from Gen. iii. 9. Collection good. There are quite a few people who have experienced a tail or two during this slippery weather and though there are no calculators reported to date doubtless there are a few sidewalks that have had a shock. We were glad to see in our midst again Thos. W. Gray, who was in New York on a business trip. He returned with his sister, who spent a few days in our town. Mesdames Jackson. Young and Fields were in the Smoky City on business this week. Mrs. Belle Norton, who was visiting her sister, Mrs. Jackson, returned to her home on Monday. Robert Payten spent Thanksgiving among friends in Pittsburgh. Mrs. Walter Matthews or Monongahela City, spent Thanksgiving in our town with her husband. T. F. Tucker is enjoying a brief sojourn in the burg. Mesdames W. A. Mason, P. A. Coles. A Parks and S. Walker are on the sick list. Mrs. C. R. Marlowe has returned to her home in Columbus, O., after spending two weeks with Mr. and Mrs. S. T. Campbell. Mrs. John Johnson and son, Darrell, of Johnstown, Pa., spent a week with Mr. and Mrs. S. T. Campbell. Mrs. Lillian Johnson of Pittsburgh, spent a few short hours in our town on Wednesday. Lid you see 'The kid with the Little Red Hat.' There may be some classifier than her but—. . . S. "We're from Missouri. Lead us to it." Our popular van dramatist, Walter Cools and Wim Sesner, are very busy at the season or the year. Look for them when coming to town. John J. Turner left town on Wednesday to Pittsburgh, where he will reside with his aunt, Mrs Gertie Holland. After Thanksgiving services a dinner was served by Mesdames Hayden and Burke. Eliaorate preparations were made and carried out in modern style. Those present to enjoy it were: Rev and Mrs. Mason and Mesdames Johnson, Sesner and Walker. After dinner all were entertained with choice selections of music at the home of Prof. Robinson by Mrs. Hawkins and the professor. All spent an enjoyable evening. Mrs. and Mrs. James were entertained at dinner on Thanksgiving day by Mr. and Mrs. Walker Cools. Mrs. Roof. Roberts was a paragoness visitor this week, leaving a basket of chocolates. S. T. Campbell was in the city on business on Monday. Harry L. Barrett of Vandergrift, is visiting friends in Philadelphia. The director, manager and chief clerk of A. S. & T. P. Co. of Vandergrift, Apollo works, with their corps of assistants, numbering about sixty, were entertained in their assembly hall on Saturday evening, by a quartet, composed of P. A. Cools. Wilde Coles, Waverley Filipson and Prof. L. Robinson. After the company had been treated to many selections, both vocal and instrumental, a bounteous lunch was served to which all did full justice. Don't forget your dollar subscription before December 15. Too many notes for number of pass passes — Manager. McKEESPORT (By James Crawley.) Rev. W. W. Young is fast becoming acquainted with his members. He has the well wishes of all he has met in his new field of labor. Harmony exists now as never before, and a successful administration under his leadership is anticipated. The Sunday school will give a full literary and musical entertainment on December 12. All are invited. Mrs. A. R. Pryor, who was seriously ill last week is able to be up again. Rev. T. E. Wilson of Pittsburgh. Rev. H. E. Newman of New Brighton. Geo. Morton of Wilmerding. B. B. and James Wright of Irwin. Pa. visited Rev. W. W. Young of this city last week. Rev. and Mrs. W. W. Young were A. L. Ballard Livery and Undertaking Shipping to All Points a Specialty Private Carriages and Pleasure Vehicles For Hire 5630 Penn Avenue, Pittsburg, Pa. Rooms for gentlemen by day or week. (All P. R. R. Co. Dining Car Men's stop here.) ARCHEAL & THOMPSON UP TO DATE BILLIARD AND POOL ROOM Brunswick Latest Pattern Tables FIRST CLASS BARBER SHOP CIGARS, LAUNDRY AND STATIONERY EMPORIUM EVERYTHING MODERN Mr. Henry Fowler in charge Cigar and Laundry Dept. 1319-21 WYLIE AVENUE PITTSBURG 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, advertisements and all, and then give it to their friends. They are 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. PHONES: Bell, 3364-J Highland P. & A., 891-X Help Wanted Over $1,500,000 Paid WE WANT INSURANCE We help our staff to succeed THE PELICAN MUTUAL Incorporated in Pennsylvania THOMAS T. 806-808 Wylie Avenue, Smith B B.L. Phone 501-200-0000 Grant Agents wanted 26-Room Hotel Rooms for gentlemen (All P. R. R. Co. Dir. ARCHEAL & CO. UP TO DATE BILLIARIES Brunswick Late FIRST CLASS CIGARS, LAUNDRY AND EVERYTHING Mr. Henry Fowler in charge 1319-21 WYLIE AVENUE Advertising The Pittsburg Has not yet reached the it has a circulation The Courier readers are loyal. They read the paper through, a dv it to their friends. They are in te helping us grow stronger each w ize OUR ADVERTISERS. This Courier is its strongest asset as MAY WE HAVE T TO NUMBER YOU ISFIED ADVERTIS THE PITTSBU Pittsburg's Only 1209 Wylie Avenue entertained at dinner on Tuesday last at the home of Mrs. Lavinia Enty and report a delightful afternoon. The Thanksgiving dinner given at the St. Paul Grove church was a great success. There will be a Japanese concert given at the St. Paul A. M. E. church next Tuesday evening. Chambersburg (B. Gladys Willis.) A series of meetings is now in progress at St. James' A. M. E. church. Evangelist Mrs. Brown, who is known all over the United States as one who is sited in the work, is at its head. There has been one conversion and several seekers. She is being assisted by the pastor, Dr. S. G. Doree and Dr. W. D. Clinton. The marriage bells have rung recently in the burg and it is said they may ring again in the near future. South Main street is casting its shadows before the coming event. Mrs. Clinton and Master W. T. have returned from Pittsburgh looking the picture of health and saving they had a pleasant time while away. Mrs. Lottie Peerson of South Main Mrs. Lottie Pesson of South Main street is on the sick list. The most brilliant event of the week which was enjoyed by most of the young folks, was the "Tom Traum Wedding" which was given by the members and friends of the Hope Presbyterian church on Tuesday evening. "It was quite a success financially. The bride was Marion Norman and the groom, Keneith Little. Mr. and Mrs. Royal Christian spent several days in Mercersburg, Pa. Miss Nellie Duffan has returned to Pittsburgh after spending a few enjoyable weeks in our beautiful city. Mr. and Mrs. John Caker had a few friends to dinner on Sunday afternoon. Mrs. Harry Pinns of South Main SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9, 1911. Ballard Undertaking Points a Specialty pleasure Vehicles For Hire que, Pittsburg, Pa. Branch Office 920 FEDERAL ST., NORTH SIDE P. & A. Phone 459 North and Help Given paid in Benefits to Date INSURANCE SALESMAN in number of valuable ways LIFE INSURANCE CO. May 1870. Call or write ST. JACKSON Old., Suite 1-2-3-4, Pittsburgh, Pa. in every part of Pennsylvania Telephone 9119 Grant. men by day or week. ing Car Men's stop here.) THOMPSON ARD AND POOL ROOM st Pattern Tables BARBER SHOP STATIONERY EMPORIUM NG MODERN ge Cigar and Laundry Dept. QUE PITTSBURG ing Pointers burg Courier 25,000 circulation class, but of the kind that pays. all patrons of the "standpat" variety. ertisements and all, and then give treated in our steady growth and are week. They read the ads and patron- confidence of the readers in the an advertising medium. THE OPPORTUNITY AMONG OUR SAT- ERS? URG COURIER Colored Paper e, Pittsburg, Pa. street, entertained C. P. Weldon and Miss Viola Pinns on Tuesday evening, also James Toll, in honor of Mrs. Sarah Frances of New York. The members of John Wesley and friends are preparing for their grand rally Sunday week. Paper Drinking Cups In the schools of Austria the children are taught to carry several sheets of writing paper in their pockets at all times. Then, when a child is thirsty, he can roll one of the sheets into a cone and make a perfectly serviceable cup which may be placed, after being used, in the nearest waste paper box. How to roll the cones deftly is taught the children. The tearing of a notch about half an inch long near one end before rolling the cone serves to make the improved cup stronger. A Bequest "I give to good fathers and mothers in trust for their children, all good little words of praise, and encouragement, and all quaint pet names and endearments, and I charge said parents to use them justly and generously, as the needs of their children may require."—From the last will and testament of Charles Loussbury, in which he distributes his "interest in the world" to succeeding men. Failing of the Race. The advice of the old lawyer to his son was that no matter what his relations with womankind he should never write a love letter and never destroy one. It is probable that this counsel of perfect wisdom fell on deaf ears, for when any particular man is consumed by a fever for any particular woman he at once commences writing love letters.