Pittsburgh Courier
Saturday, February 3, 1912
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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WHITE MINISTERS AID IN SCRANTON WORK
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VOL. III. NO. 7.
WHITE MINI
IN SCRA
Collect $4,413 In Half Hour
At Park M. E. Church
For Y. M. C. A. Plan
RAISE MORAL ATMOSPHERE
Subscriptions amounting to $4,413 were made last Sunday toward the institutional church for colored people at a mass meeting held in Elm Park Methodist Episcopal church, under the auspices of the Scranton Ministerial association. The subscriptions made yesterday bring the total assets of the Bethel African Methodist Episcopal church, which is behind the movement, up to $21,900, including $10,000, which is given as the value of the present property of the congregation. It is planned to raise $40,000 in all twice as much as is already in hand. The contributions to the project came from the audience, which half allied the church auditorium, and followed an appeal by Rev. Griffin W. Bull, D. D., pastor of the First Presbyterian church, a recital by Rev. George T. Smith of the lack of accommodations with the proper moral atmosphere and an earnest blackboard demonstration from the pulpit by Rev. Thomas B. Payne, pastor of the Raymond Universalist church.
The colored folks were not backward in making pledges themselves, one of their number, George W. Brown, of West Scranton, contributed $500 toward the institutional church plan, and others coming forth with pledges o. $20, $25 and a large number for $10 and $5.
Dr. Bull Speaks.
Rv. Ebenezer Flack, D.E., pastor of the Washburn Street Presbyterian church, a member of the general committee, presided at the afternoon meeting.
Rev. Dr. Smith explained the need of the institutional church. He reviewed his pastorate here, telling of his arrival in Scranton, three years ago, of his reception by the ministers of the city, and of the impression that the churches, schools, Y. M. U. A. and W. C. A. gave him of the care of the fathers and mothers of the city for the comfort of the children and for the development of the largest manhood and womanhood.
"What about the colored boys and colored girls?" asked Dr. Smith. "If they want to find a place to sleep, or spend an evening somewhere, where do they have to go? There is only one place. That is Battle's down in Center street. To Battle's—that is all! It is no reflection on the place, but it is the only place they have to go. Any colored man takes his reputation in his hands when he turns off Wyoming avenue into Center street, and here the environment is oftentimes vile. I have oftentimes risked my reputation as a minister to go to Battle's to see some of our colored boys home from college or school for the holidays. They wait on tables in the halls and board in Battles. Why, because there is no other place for them to stay."
The speaker asked that the generous white people of Scranton stand by the Bethel African Methodist Episcopal church in the plan to provide for the boys and girls, men and women who come to the city. Plan of Proposed Building.
Architect Edward Langley explained in detail the provision which the proposed plans make for the church and parsonage on the lot facing on North Washington avenue opposite the Erie station. The Bethel African Methodist Episcopal church now owns the lot which is to be 50x160.
The church and parsonage are to be situated on the front of the lot, and in the rear is to be the industrial building which Mr. Langley explained in detail from the plans.
Getting the Wherewith.
Rev. Thomas B. Payne took charge of the campaign for funds. The first subscription was that for $1,000 by Mrs. H. M. Bois, who has already contributed $1,000 for the institutional church. The other contributions came in rapidly and inside of thirty minutes $4,413 had been raised.
WARREN JUBILEE
SINGERS MAKE HIT
The Warren Jubilee Singers of Pittsburgh, entertained a large and appreciative audience at the First M. E. church last Thursday night. The program contained some of those Southern melodies that never grow old, among them being "Steal Away to Jesus," and "Pick Up the Young Lantis." Mr. Robert Jenkins, bass in his rendition of the "Laughing Song" took the audience by storm, nowithstanding the selection has been heard here a number of times in the past. The concert was a great success the proceeds amounting to about $100.
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LYDE TELLS OF ORIGINAL COLOR OF MANKIND
London Scientist Says the First Color of Man Was a Brownish Yellow.
Prof. Lyonel, Lyde, who teaches economic geography in the University college, London, has attracted a deal of attention recently with his remarks on the subject of skin color. Prof. Lyde's theory is that whatever the color of primitive man in the beginning, the conditions of life during the glacial period were such that uniformity of results must have been produced. Whore man originated is not known—very likely in southern Asia, possibly in Africa, certainly not in Europe, anthropologists say. His original color is supposed to have been a sort of brownish-yellow, not like any of the colors of mankind today and scientists call him for the sake of calling him something, a Condwanna. He lived in southern latitudes—this, anthropologists think, is certain. Then came the migrations and then, Prof. Lyde believes, the varieties in color began. Some turned black, others brown and others yellow, all according to the climate in which they found themselves.
Climatic influences work directly and indirectly. In the tropics the skin and the intestines perform work which in temperate zones is thrown on the lunge. So when man found himself in cober lands the increased activity of the lungs together with the lessened light and heat favored lightening of the skin. When he found himself in hotter climates the increased activity of the liver and the presence of great light favored a dark skin.
The old theories of race are pretty well discarded, for men of the same race, under differing conditions, would some to be outwardly very different. Thus, even in Africa, which everybody thinks of as the land of the blacks, black is not at all the universal color. In the Souden, where there is great light and little humidity and no shade, the men are very black. Elsewhere in Africa, where there is forest, more humidty and less light, though about equal heat, the color is brown, and even yellow.
As primitive man, went on his way over the globe he adapted himself to the conditions he found. Prof. Lyde thinks that it is light, and not heat, which is infurious. There are in the tropics dangerous X-like rays which must be stopped, and they were stopped by the darkening of the skin. Since lack of moisture also tends to give a tawny color, it is found that in many countries the people are fairer than in places where there are long and frequent droughts.
The race, then, that found a home in moderate and damp climates turned whiter and whiter. It is only in such climates that white skins can endure, and presumably, if the present white race were turned into a different part of the world for many hundreds of years the whiteness of the skin would be gradually lost. Perhaps, since the white man is spreading over the world today, it would be fair to say it will, in such cases, be lost, the whiteness being retained only in climates that save the conditions under which the race was first bleached.
Intensity of light and little humidity made black. Tyre winds and little humidity gave the tinge of brown is the subtropical Mediterranean people. Then comes yellow, which Prof. Lyde puts down as the result of "vast fascinating grass lands" in temperate attitudes.
The New Hope Baptist church is promised to send Dr. Dwelle to Berlin, Germany, to attend the World's Baptist Alliance. Dr. Dwelle will take advantage of this opportunity to visit Rome and Palestine. Dr. Samuel Howard, Braddock's popular physician, will accompany the pastor on this long and interesting trip.
Work, Integrity, Tact, Temperance, Prudence, Courage, Faith.
Words That Freed a Race
I do order and declare that all persons held as slaves . . . are and hence-forward shall be free. — President Lincoln's Proclamation Issued Jan. 1, 1863.
Photo by American Press Association
Photo by American Press Association
RACES WELL DISTRIBUTED IN GEORGIA
Colored Population Is 45.1 Per Cent... Against 46.7 Per Cent. In 1900.
Washington.—The population of Georgia by color was announced by the census bureau, subdivided as follows: White, 1,431,836; negro, 1,176,957; all others, 318, including Indians Chinese, Japanese, etc. The negro population constitutes 45.1 per cent., as against 46.7 in 1900.
There are 102,800 white persons in the city of Atlanta and 51,902 negroes with 77 Indians, Chinese, Japanese, etc. The negro population constitutes 33.5 per cent. of the whole as against 39.8 per cent. in 1900 and 42.9 per cent. in 1890. It is therefore apparent that the white population of the city is fast outstripping that of the negro. The rate of increase in the white population from 1900 to 1910 more than doubled that for the increasing decade the increase being, respectively, 48,770 or 90.2 per cent., as against 16,674 or 44.6 per cent. The increase in the negro population since 1900 has likewise been considerable, namely, 16,175 or 45.3 per cent., as compared with an increase of 7,629 or 27.2 per cent. from 1890 to 1900.
The population of other Georgia cities is subdivided as follows:
White. Neg.
Athens . 2,593 . 6,31
Augusta . 22,648 . 18,84
Brunswick . 4,608 . 5,56
Columbus . 12,902 . 7,64
Macon . 22,510 . 18,15
Rome . 8,338 . 3,75
Savannah . 3,754 . 33,24
Waycross . 7,754 . 6,72
Awful.
"I heard Gibbs is sick in bed." said Blithers.
"Yes—he's got cirrhosis of the liver," said Jiks.
"Sorosis of the liver?" cried Blithers.
"Geek! Think of having a woman's club internally." — Harper's Weekly.
Deaf to Hear Church Services.
Moriah church of Utica. N. Y. has installed a telephone system for the benefit of members of the church who may be afflicted with deafness. Six telephones have been placed in various parts of the auditorium, the transmitter being located on the pulpit directly in front of the speaker.
PITTSBURG PA. FEBRUARY 3, 1912.
Uniontown Joint Revival Accomplies Great Results. Dr. Anderson, Leading Spirit.
Great results have come from the union revival services of the four Afro-American churches and already there have been 4 conversions and reclaimants.
One of the most remarkable conversions was that of Parker M. Scott, one of the most substantial colored citizens of town, who is a huckster and man of means. He found Christ at the meeting last week and on Saturday called to see Dr. W. B. Anderson, pastor of St. Paul's A. M. E. church. Scott said this was his first visit to a minister's home in 20 years. He said that when a certain colored club was organized in Uniontown several months ago his name headed the list of members, and as he was going to join the church Sunday he desired to have Dr. Anderson go to the club rooms with him and have his name erased from the roll. The minister accompanied Scott to the club and there in the presence of Scott and the proprietor the clergyman erased the name.
Scott was one of 10 who joined St. Paul's church on Sunday morning. Of the 43 persons converted 18 have joined St. Paul's church.
Od residents say the colored people of Uniontown have never been so united as they are now, and a great religious awakening is predicted. Dr. W. B. Anderson has general charge of the meetings and his wife conducts women's prayer meetings every afternoon from 3 to 4 o'clock. Dr. Anderson, Rev. P. H. Thompson, Rev. Thomas Ford and Rev. H. J. Starkes are all co-operating.
LOUISIANA HAS LIMITED THEIR JIM CROW LAWS
LOUISIANA HAS LIMITED THEIR JIM CROW LAWS
Upholds Rights of Colored Citizens-Increases Fine For Violation.
OPPRESSION IS RESTRAINED
New Orleans.-The recent decision of the supreme court of Louisiana in respect to jimcrow car laws should gladden the heart of every American citizen who believes in law and order and fair and equal treatment according to law for every American citizen and who believes in legal rights and law enforcement as against mob law.
The decision of the court is to the effect that a colored person has a vested right to a seat in a street car, despite the jimcrow law in effect in New Orleans and other Louisiana cities, and that he cannot be moved from a seat in the white compartment of a car, provided there is no seat in the Negro section.
The appeal was that of Joseph Anderson against the New Orleans Railways and Light company. The tribunal affirms the verdict for damages awarded Mr. Anderson and increases the amount from $50 to $250. The partitions on the street cars in this city are movable. The opinion holds that a conductor has a right to move the partitions, but continues:
"Where a passenger has found a seat in the compartment assigned to his race the officer has no right by moving the partition to put him in the wrong compartment when there is no seat to be found in the compartment thus newly established for his race." A number of other cases based upon the jimcrow law are also pending in the courts.
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OWING TO A BREAK DOWN ON
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Farmers' Improvement Society
Farmers' Improvement Society. The Colored Farmers' Improvement society, which was organized last December in Colorado county, Tex., seeks, among other things, to abolish the credit system, to enable its members to come together for discussion of topics of interest to farmers and to stimulate the members who are homeless to acquire homes and to urge those who are already possessed of homes to improve and beautify them.
AFRICAN CORPORATION OVER A CENTURY OLD
Covers Large Territory—Services Are Always In Demand—Is Authority.
IS A POPULAR LECTURER
By N. BARNETT DODSON.
By N. BARNETT DODSON.
Raleigh, N. C.-Among the vast number of intelligent, scholarly and well informed students of the Bible without exception the Rev. Dr. S. N. Vass of this city is considered to be one of the foremost. For about twenty years he has been connected with the American Baptist Publication society in the capacity of superintendent of all the work of the society, which is carried on in the interest of Afro-Americans.
Dr. Vass has traveled quite extensively over the United States delivering lectures and holding Bible institutes. He has been engaged from time to time by many of the leading chukches and institutions of learning to deliver a series of lectures for the benefit of divinity students and other persons who devote their time to missionary work and other vocations of a religious character. Great success has attended his efforts, and many have been the benefits which have accrued from the wealth of information which he has imparted to the seekers after truth. One of the most helpful of his northern lectures during the past year was the course of lectures bearing on Old
REV. DR. S. N. VASS.
Testament history, which occupied a week at the Concord Baptist church in Brooklyn last fall, of which the Rev. Dr. William M. Moss is the successful and highly esteemed pastor. Dr. Vass' thorough knowledge of Old Testament Scripture and his native ability to impart it in a plain, straightforward and convincing manner drew large audiences each evening. His blackboard illustrations, maps and charts were the means by which he made lasting impressions upon the minds of his hearers.
The result of this course of Bible instruction was that a number of persons decided to pursue a special course of study by correspondence. The members of the church and teachers in the Sunday school were aroused as never before to make better preparations for their work as teachers and church officials.
Since completing his northern circuit Dr. Vass has filled many engagements at southern schools. His recent lectures which were delivered to the theological students of Shaw university in this city were highly instructive and pleasing. From Shaw university Dr. Vass was invited by Dr. Booker T. Washington to go to the Tuskegee institute in Alabama to lecture to the students of the Phelps Hall Bible Training school, of which the Rev. Dr. A. F. Owens is the dean. From Tuskegee Dr. Vass' next college engagement will probably be at Benedict college, in Columbia, S. C. His services are in great demand. He visits and speaks at a majority of church conferences and conventions which are held annually and at different times throughout the country. Among the subjects discussed in these lectures are how the Bible came to the world, how to build up a strong race, the Jewish commonwealth, the prophets and their work; Christian life and doctrine, the life of Christ and the final triumph of the cross.
These lectures cover each about one hour. One is given at each session of an institute. As to how many are given at any one church or institution depends upon how long the institute is to be held. They are given, to all classes and are suitable for all conditions, the more ignorant as well as the more intelligent, and are therefore popular because of the simplicity of the language used and the personal interest which the speaker manifests in each individual.
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Was Started In a New York School House—It Has a Fine History.
ALSO CONQUERS PREJUDICE
New York.-The New York African Society For Mutual Belief was organised in 1808 and chartered by the legislature of New York in 1810, the bill granting if a charter being presented by Assemblyman Browder. The society was organized June 6, 1808, in the schoolhouse for colored children on Rose street. a constitution was adopted and the following roster of officers elected for its government:
William Hamilton.. John Teasman, Henry Sipkins, Adam Carman, Daniel Berry, Adam Ray, Daniel Brownhill, James McEwan, Henry Rouse, Samuel Charley, Richard Tankard, Samuel Clause, Benjamin Slighter and Peter Vogelsang. A permanent organization having thus been perfected, these gentlemen proceeded to petition the legislature, praying for an act of incorporation.
Their petition was read and referred to a select committee consisting of the following members of the assembly representing New York city:
Thomas Farmar, Solomon Townsend, Augustus Wright, Samuel L. Mitchell, Abraham E. Brower, Caleb Pell, Samuel Torker, John P. Anthony, Ichabod Proll, B. M. Van Buren and Adrian Hegeman. This committee reported favorably upon the bill, entitled "An act to incorporate the New York African Society For Mutual Relief" which had been ordered to a second reading.
On March 23, 1810, a message from the honorable the council of revision, delivered by its secretary, was read, to the effect that it did not appear improper to the council that the bill entitled "An act to incorporate the New York African Society For Mutual Relief" (and others mentioned, including the Mechanic bank) should severally become laws of the state. The late John J. Zullie in his historical sketch of this society says:
Thus began the corporate assistance of our ancient and honorable institution—ancient because the first society of its class organised among us to receive legislative aid, honorable because for a period of more than eighty-two years it has stood the test of severe public scrutiny and today stands unsullied in its reputation, bearing aloft all its honors, challenging the admiration of the community, carrying with it the esteem of young and old of the present generation, increasing in strength, advancing in the accumulation of property and in all the elements that constitute the greatest respectability and highest of its class.
Our incorporation was far in advance of the spirit of the age. It was six years before the legislature had passed the act to make New York a free state and about seventeen years before such act should take effect. It was to usher in an incorporated society before the manhood of its membership was acknowledged by the community at large, but it was the law. March 22 was made a memorable day. To celebrate it in an appropriate manner, to appear on the public streets with flying colors and a band of music for the first time would surely attract a mob, and the consequences were feared among our own members and to some extent our friends. A friend remarked, and his pmark was echoed by others. "Your society has a perfect right to every immunity which every other society has under its act of incorporation, and the city is bound by its obligation to preserve the peace, to protect and defend you, but such is the malignity, of public prejudice that the authorities would be entirely powerless to protect you on the street, and you would be torn in pieces by howling mobs." Nevertheless arrangements were completed, and the society, headed by a full band composed of Negroes, marched through the streets of the city.
"We will go through death stares us in the face," said Hamilton Latham Teasman and the rest of them, and they did not give up, but they compelled the monster public prejudice to falter in its step. So the men grasped him by the throat, hurling him to the earth, trampled under foot his prostrate body, proclaiming themselves victor over him with the right secured to marshal through the public streets of the city at will then and thereafter forever.
At this celebration, memorable in the history of the Negroes of New York city and state, the constitution and dispatches of a congratulatory nature were read. An ode composed and set to music by James Latham, one of the founders of the society, was sung. The procession marched past the homes of the gentry in the fashionable and aristocratic sections and was greeted with sheers and the waving of handkerchiefs. Being thus recognized by the best people in the city, the rowdy element feared the consequences of any interference with them.
These celebrations were kept up for a number of years and were the principal features of the social life of the colored people. The example set by the African society was followed by other benevolent societies. But after a few years the African Society For Mutual Relief abandoned this form of celebration and substituted one more suitable.
On March 12, 1940, on motion of the Hon. A. H. Livingstone, a state senator, a bill granting a renewal of the charter of the society or to extend the set of incorporating the New York African Society For Mutual Relief was read a third time in the senate and Continued on Page Eight.
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The subscr.ption dance that was
given on. Tuesday evening, January
Te, by Carleton Franklin, Charles
Lawrence and Robert Bas.er, was one
Of the leading social functions of the
ee dee aad kas benutl
fd tastefully decorated for the oc
fasion and Koblen o-cheetra render
fed excelent music. The iadles wore
Deeutltui evening gowns of tanteful
design. Among the — cutoftown
eueats were: Mra. Sugene Cumph
Hes and nieces, Misyes Anna’ and
Fannie Cumpheries of | Pitiaburgh.
Par Mrs, C.F. Hall and daughters.
Misses Estella T. and Hazel R. of
Greenville, Pa.; Misses Byrd and Bes-
slo Butler of Meadville, Pa. At 2
Tate hour a delicious luncheon was
scbred in the spacious dining room.
‘a enjoyable evening was spent
Quite a number of social functions
Were given the visitors during their
Fay ID the way-of whist and theater
Fares, luncheons and dinners.
‘Oscar Cameron underwent @ 7ery
serions operation at St. Vinceny't bos-
pital on Monday.» We hope (or him
& speedy recovery.
A tew of the members of the\choir
of the St. James A. M. E. church,
spent a very enjoyable evening last
‘Thureday at the bore of Mrs. Rosa!ia
Slow. A dainty luncheon wan served.
‘The Stewardesses of the St. James
‘A.M. E. church are preparing: for
Woman's day rally early, in Februa-
n.
‘William Franklin, who bas been
away for hia bealtd returned home
Clarence C. Kittrell has placed in
bis horse shoeing shop the latest im:
proved electrical forges, tbus making
Ela che nest and best equipped, shop
ia Brie. :
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Tee Der ee ee ee eee te
church continue to exercise great iD
fluence. The pastor. Rev. WN
Young. occupied the pulpit all day.
Sunday, and it fs said that bis evening
Sermon’ on “Divine Knowledge” wa
the most convincing, he has yet cellv
fered. The Christiag) Endeavor, which
fein course of organizing, wil meet
Sunday at7 p.m.
Eiijah Henderson spent Sunday with
friends and relatives in Wasbington
Pa.
Sirs. J. B, Wilson of Pittsburg at
cenged the Stared tatier Rea
Cirdle Friday afternoon.
Sirs. J. Lee was on the sick list last
week. :
Mire, Essie Carter was 9-PATSbUrE
visitor Saturday. em
Tihs Collos, wo haf been on ths
sick/iiet for several weeks. is conv
Teacent.
“Jona W. Young spent Priday in
Pittsburg on business.
‘Stewart Peston and family of the
Tenth ward have moved 10 608 Mul
Derry. street.
‘Much energy is being put forth to
ward the stewardess riviy at St. Paul's
Rim. E. cbureh, Pebruagy 18.
‘Whites Pettis returned-Frigay trom
burying his father in Youngstown, O.
Baptizing took place at the Bethie
nem Baptist church last Sunday after
‘poone :
‘Messrs. C. Johnson and J. Wright
of Irwin were caling at the A. M.
__parsonage Sunday.
The condition of Robert Sales, who
was gperated on for appendicitis last
ead ie reported as much improved.
Cnder the able and successful man.
agement of the Rainy Delsy, club, with
Mme. C. Montgomery” as president
{he lecture room and pastor's study’ of
St Paul's A.M. E, church presents
Sbeautiter appesrance. It having been
thoroughly rendvated during the Past
week. The main auditorium reached
Completion several weeks azo. it Bav’
Toe ‘beer~beaveifully and) tastefulls
Teureseoed under the-auspices of this
tamesclub of tadies, who deserve great
Greait for their assiduous labor.
Sirs. ‘T. A. J+ West of Bitzabeth
ic the guest of ber daughter, Mrs.
Smith
(Re 8, D. Oliver.
Homer ‘OCarion, passed quietly
avay on Pridar, January 12, alter 3
Drie! ittness at the home ofhie sister
Mrs: Minnie Bail, at Irvin, Pao, He
Haves to mourn lis loss a fdther,
Wittlam ‘O'Carion of this cits, and 4
brother, John, and four sisters, ‘Mrs
Eluzabeth Gamage, Louisa O'Carion
Meplicien Maniey. allof this ity
Tarvrelatives wish’ (0 return mans
Thinks to te Citizens Nationa! bank
the'Cotored Guitar Bascba!l club. and
the many friends for the floral offer
fogs donated
Gorn, the Foung ron of Mrs. John
Ww. Collins, 132 Youghiozheny avenue
{sin a critical condition from apendi
Gtis. :
‘Kim. Jefferson, who has been
for some time does not scent 10 Im
Prove as rayidlyas his friends woud
desire
‘Young Clarence Sayles, son of Mr
and Mrs. Hobert ‘Sayles of ‘Bsran
meet. became xo seriously iM with
Preumonia that he fad to, be taken
tthe McKeesport hospital iast week
He is said to be somewhat improved
at present writing.
‘Ait matcer for pubtication must be
ia‘the hand of the agent not later
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FRANELIN, PA.
The A. M. E. Zlon church will how
Aiveir second quarteriy meeting of
February 1S
The Phyuss Wheatly clu Kinder:
‘garten opened on Monday iu their
Tom tn Fourteenth street. with a
Food attendance. A general invita:
tion is extended to all to send the
ditle ones.
Mrs. Catherine Wiliams, president
of the Harger W. C. T. U.. represent
ed that smion at the Venango Counts
Mid-Wiiter Institute Reid at the First
Haptist churct: on Fridaye January 26.
Edward, the son of Mr. and Mrs.
Dan Mathews, Is quite sick at his
home in New street
The A.M. E. Retbel church will
hold their quarterly conference on
Saturday evening, February 2!
‘Quarterly meeting at the Bethel
church, will be held on Sunday. Peb-
fruars 4, at which time Rev. Temple,
presiding elder, wilt be present.
‘On Monday, February 5, Rev. Hur-
rington of the A. M. E, Bethel church,
‘will commence his revival.
‘The Stewardess of the A. M. E.
Bethel church wilfigive a © o'clock
inner on Thursday, February 1.
Mrs. Florence WAllams of Four
teenth street, has bad an attack of
rheumatism and la grippe for the past
two weeks.
SCOTTDALE PA.
Everett Lawson of Uniontown, Pa.
ae a welcome visitor at the some of
his, MB Evaas,
Those onthe aick list are Mrs, R.
smith and Rev. HH. Overton
Smijre. Hattle Courtaer of Pivebured,
ia'the guest of Revs) T. Moore and
‘amuiy this week:
Netdames C Saunders, Mattie
Evans and Res. H. H, Overton attend
fa the Missionary convention, 10 he
Si Paul enuren at Duubar, Pa. Jae
Seeks They. all reported: Baving a
Prontabie me
Sfecend SreJames Warmack were
callel away last Saturday by the I
Seen of Me. Warmack’s uncle, Joba
Warmack of Orleat, Pa. They arrv
ed last Thursday night, bearing the
sad news that the death angel bad
{faken:bim and also a coysin. ‘Thove
lento mourn hie love area, widow
tna ‘seven “children and’ a Bost of
treads.
Mires a nue attgpdeg ie fone
of Mev. J, H. Pryoin the St. Paul
Baptec church ia Vanderbit, Pa.
Monday atteraoon.
‘The Young People’s Sociabie club
was organized at the home of Miss
Tate ‘Brown, with the same P. H. P.
Seah Site ‘Ashley’ Brann belng
the preident. They are progressing
nicely
Sire. sitchell of Copsétiavs"'e, Pa.
fe Visiting rs, "Smalls for few
weak
2. Coleman of Piusdurgh. is
spending a Tew meskes in. Scottdale
Pa
OIL CITY, PA.
Ne a tra
Sunday the Misslonary society will
old thelr meeting at 3 o'clock. Clase
wees MSihieh hawt charge of the Dro
Bem’ Cupecte every one who Eave
Flam’ a number, to be preseat.. Let
wm one ‘come out. Owing‘ the
Sedona eh the church, the, Myrtle
Siuy wil! probably nor give thelr re
Seguin on the Tathy but instead. wl
Sieea) atentine: party” that evening
Sr'tne peteonage. Sore conceraine i
at ite earn sent loouee, air, Her:
PeeRte tn quite sick at ber bore
TE SlbsSi'avenue, at this wring, The
ia piese arm plowed at the Orpheum
wi arek und prevented avery Te
ee ech “Pred Colline was a visitor
fe vine toot week Mag Lian
town of Bradfords the gvent of Ber
Brn te Rh Jackson, Ka
‘eat, who sustained an fojury
teeeehie'ie now able to resume bis
ae etaln. "Robert Wisan. of
Poth’ pes, was tne quest of Mts
Pawn Gent on Sunda’.
Williamsport, Pa.
Sunday will be quarteriy eee,
at Bethel A.M. E, church. The Rev.
Dr. Askew will be present.
‘Word has been recelved here of the
deat of Miss Nedna McDonald,
daughter of Mra, Jessie McDonald,
formerly of (Williamsport and welt
known here, ‘The father died about
a year ago. Miss McDonald died at
Wiimington, N.C. the home of ber
mothers, ‘Thie Je the fourth death in
the family within three weeks.
‘The revival having ‘closed the cap
tains and thelr companies are getting
Dusy again for the rally.
‘On Tuesday afternoon, January 23,
Mrs. Mary C. Wills of Washington
street, entertained at luncheon the fol
Towing persone: Mr. ang’ Mrs. Luth-
er Banister, Mr. arid Mrs. Jobo Park
er. Mise Eva Clay and Jas. H. Willis,
The luncheon was a very fine affalr
The ladles were beautifully gowned.
‘All had,a_ most enjoyable time, and
pronounced thelr hostess a delightful
entertainer.
‘On. Wednesday evening, January
x, Mrs. Eizabech Hutching enter
tafned in bonor of her mother's birth:
Gay. The entertainment was g sur
prise and to say that_grandmotber
Conrad. as everyone calls her, was
surprised, is putting it bat mildly. Jt
was her elahts-eighth anniversary and
the merry party’ took possession of
her home. ‘Then when the beautiful
presents were displayed the dear old
Zour found no words in Which to ex
press ber appreciation and Jor.
Dainty refreshments were served
which were greatly enjoved by all.and
amid laughter, congratulations. and
best wishes for the grandmother, the
merry, makers. departed, proclaiming
Mra. Hutenins a fine hostess. ‘Those
present were: Mr. and, Mrs, Biue.
Mra, Annie Jones, Mrs. O'Brien, Mrs.
Willis, Mrs. Carter, Mrs, Neltie Hen
ton, Mire. Rachel. Williams, Mrs. Sa
Fa Henson, es. Elizabeth Hutch
ins, Miss Helen Potts, Frank Henson,
‘A_B. Conrad and Beverley Burse.
Miss Bessie Wood is confined to ber
ved
Mrs. Mary Goodall-HHarris, who has
been seriously IM foro Ione ts sign
Jy improved though still in a very cH
{cal condition
Yui Fiora Russell yo has, been
in’ poor health for some Wime, 1s im:
proving slowly.
Harry Young of Walnut street, has
been confined, to bis bed with 1a
Erippe and tonsilitis.
Mis. “Marian Kelley is, 1 at her
home in Pirst street,
‘Mes. Hattie Hall is stient:y improv:
a
Mrs. . W, Williams, wife of Dr
Williams, ho hhs been suffering
sreatie. for some time, will Mave. 10
Undergo an operation.
Mise Evsie Southers is still impzov-
ing siowly
Men Andrews is slowly improving
Sauirday evening, Rev, Dr. Wiliams
returned home from Altoona where
be fad been assisting Rev. C. W.
Barnett wih his revival services, He
Feports that whe meetings were Ane.
De Williams. wil leave for Jerses
Shore on Tuesday afternoon to assist
Rev. Gowens with bis revival set
feces,
J While at Altoona Dr. Williams nad
a xery bard fal. on an icy pavement
He dad taken beta few steps alter
feiping Rev. Barnect regain his foot
Ing when he lost his own and fell to
the ‘walk, striking the hack of is
head very hard. He is stil! suffering
wien his head, a physician's care being
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MONESSEN, PA.
The first leap year party of the seor
was given at the resdence of Wille
Turner of Grant avente, January 25,
Those present were: = vsfisees Jucita
Bryans, Gwendolsn Pestoa. Mars Will:
jaime, Rosabelle Diew of CBarie0
Naomi Rove, Mabel Pbilips. Mattie
Scares, Annie Craw‘or, Ethel Spin
mer, Anna. Lawson of Mopesseo, Ar
thur Rideout, Nathan Gof Hunter
Lee of Charleroi, Howard. Mingey of
Belie. Vernon, EaWard. Carter. Ole
Butier, Edward Scales, Wilbur Brown
and. Ws lle Turner of Monessen.
‘Samuel Turner visived iriencs in
tntontown on Sundas
‘Olle Butler was a Washington vis
stor ob Sunday”
The spelling bee, which was given
by Mrs Lynch on Monday at tbe A.
BiB. church, was quite 2 success, The
prize, which wae won vs Sirs, Harris,
wana large turkey,
‘Mire, Thos, Jackson, C, V, Franklin
ars, Peerman and Deacon Peerman,
worchipped at Metropolitan, Baptist
churen, Charierot, and enjoved a grand
‘Sermon preached by Ret. Crawford.
"fev. F. J. Johnson attended. the
[Calon om Sunday afternoon at Bilzy
‘beth, Pa.
Rev. 7. J. Johnson, Deacon Payne
|and Peerman, were in Pittsburgh on
‘business on Saturdas.
Deacon J. A. Crawford attended the
Baptist Union st Ellzabetb, Pa. 0D
Sunday past.
Ret. AJ. Irving formerly of Mo
nessen, bat now of South Sharon, was
fm town Saturday past on business
He preached at the. Metropolitan
Baptist church, ‘Charleroi
Rev. Florence of Browasville. Pa.
preached at the Mount Ollve Baptis
Ghureh om Sunday.
onMfise Birdie Long and Mrs, H. G
thomas, were in Pittsburgh the pas
week on Dbeiness.
im He Taha eo he tick
ist
‘Niaster James Pangbura bas a seri
ous attack of fever.
Rev. HG, Thomas, pastor of the
| Wasman A.M. B. cbureb, preached a
[the A.M. E. chureh. at ‘Donora, Pa.
jena: Oe tana Men's day shere.
Johnstown, Pa.
a Vrs. Keys.)
Miss Joe Waugh of Grant street
gave a dinner party in nonor of Mis
Mary E. Hall last week. The after
‘oon was spent in music and games
Te was a very delightful affair. Those
present were Miss Emily E. Smith
Miss Lovey Johnson, Miss Lucy Cole
mau, Miss Mary E. Hall, Miss Viol
Hall, Mies Neftie Waugh and Miss Joe
Waugh.
Mrs. John Williams of Adams
stiaet, & recovering {rom a two weeks
sickness,
‘Miles Wota Hall, who bas been sick
with la gzippe, is able to be about
again. Her father. Page Hall. ts con
fined to his room with rheumatism
His many friends are wishing bis has
recovery and return to business.
Mre. A. M. Smith of Winchester,
Va., wishes to announce the marriage
of ‘her danghter., Miss Emily E. 0.
Smith to S. D. Lémon ef Glosta, Va.
who has teen residing in Jobnstown
for the past nine years, The wed:
ding will take place April &, 1912
at the home of the bride, 819° South
Main street, Winchester, Va.
dun Gactiake Teeeuel)
coed vide abana Sem
Tho revival services conducted at
the Sixteenth Street A. M. E. church
have proved to be most successtul.
‘The inspiring, soul-ifting | services
have been a dlessing to all, Rev.
Dr. G. W. Williams was with us ai
“week and In his practical, soul-stirring
manner preached mos. | heipful ser:
mons to the people. Many accessions
fave been made to the church. Rev.
1 P. Blackburn of Bellefonte, will be
‘sith us this week. Mrs. C. W, Rar
‘nett, who sprained her ank:e last week
‘hile coming down the steps in Ga-
bdie's store, is.sloxly improving. | She
has te vest wish? of iriends for a
speedy recovery. We are pleased t0
note that Frank McGinity. who has
deen confined to his bed for a number
of weeks was able to be out several
Gays last week. This will Fe good
new fo hs many _iriends_and v9
rug’ he will continue to improve. Mrs.
enes Jackson has deen confined to
her home with la grippe We wish
for era speedy recovers. | Mrs. €.
He Merrite is confined to ber home
‘suffering with Theumatism. Little
Eddie Nixon, who was Tin down bY
Budd's automobile while coasting
down Sixteenth street last Monday
evening, and was later moved to the
‘Altoona’ hospital in a. serious condi
tion. Is, slightly improved. Mrs
James Hooper and Mrs. Airon Rose,
who have been very sick, are conva:
escent. Mr. and Mrs. Sidney Mar.
shall of Philadelphia, arrived in the
city last Monday morning with the
body of Mr. Gray, en route for Bed:
ford, Pa. ‘The deceased was a broth:
feof Mrs, Marshall. Previous to Fo-
ing to Philade!pbia his home had
Seen in Bedford, uut for some years
he had resided in“Puiladeiphia, | Mr.
Gray has had poor health ior some
fime, He died in the hospital after
being an Jamace for nearly three
momtis. Mrs. Eugene Alexande?
felt tast week for Bedford on accotint
of the iliness of her parents, Res. and
Sirs ‘Solomon Whiting. Mr. Brooks
af Lewistown Junction, sho wus take
Sh suddenis ill here, was abie t0 Te
{urn home on Tuesday.
Social.
Harry Posey left for a visi 10 New
York on Wednrsdax. Miss Alice
Jackson teft for Chicago. 1. on
Thursday. to become" the brid of
George Archie. We wisi her success
Sng muen happiness, Mie, Greene
of Bellofonce. Pa. was the guest of
fer danehwer, Mrs, Georee Sms a 208
dass list week. Mrs. Ania Wade
fas cone to Tyrone 0 sjeut Se
colee:
HOLLIDAYSBURG.
Georse Stoner, ‘who has en ser
fously ill for wie past few weeks is
unimproved at ihis writing. | Miss
Redd of Phitadelpbia. is spending a
fe daysewith her father. Mr. and
Mrs. Ottoway Graves entertained a
few friends at theit cozy residence
last Wednesday evening. The home
was beautifully decorated and the
evening was delightfully spent in mit
Sle and games. At_ midnight a
Juncheon was served. Those present
were: Mr. and Mrs. Albert Jackson,
Mr. and Mra. William Seward. Mr.
and Mra Thomas White, Hilliard
Hemes and Alexander Taylor.
GREENSBURG
vues secilhn penne
Mrs. J. Monroe of Pitisburgb. was
visting ber brother and his wite. Mr,
and Mrs, Wm. Lewis oa Wednesday.
saya Stokes was fa Scottdale ls
sunday.
Wim. Hutchison is seriousiy #1 with
typboit pneumonia at the Wesvmore
and ospital
Georkt Preston of Grapeville, has
George Preston of Grapevile, has
Mise Arthur of Jeannette. is vist
ing her mothe: for two weeks at Co
jumbus, 0.
Miss Louise Walker of East End,
was visiting Miss Bessie James of
| Jeannette on Sunday. ¢
Some of the sounger set of Young
‘ladies took some of the Young men
to chureh Sunday week, and {t was
‘rumored that te ladies were going
to take the men to the moving pleture
show nd then treat them t0 « stick
or candy. © The ladies chink that i
Enough to spend on the boys. "OD,
Sou leap year.”
|" Mr. and Mrs. Logwood of Jeannet-
‘te, spent Sunday evening with Mr.
[ang Mrs, J. Huckney.
Mrs. Mary Calaway of Pittsburgh,
wos spending a few days with her
cousins, Misses Anna and Augusta
Stokes.
Miuser‘Belva Harris zad Nana Mc
Kinney ‘were guests of Mist Laura
‘Swan on Friday evening.
Miro. Mary Anderson of Pittsburgh,
was visiting her Busband who bas
Deen ill with ia grippe at Westmore
land hospita!.
Frank Scokes, who has been cerious
[i is se to Be about tn hie room
now.
| 'SMizp. Elizabeth Williams and be
| iady frend were invited to @ swel
| chicken supper at White's -cafe of
Sunday, evening.
Mra. Hattle Courtney of Pittsburgh
was visiting ber fend, Mrs. Nichols
fon Sunday, who has been serious
Mh, but is much better
Mra, Maude Brown, who bas beer
auite ili all the winter, Is able to be
Sout again.
‘Mrs. Minnle Moore an@ son of Mc
Keesport, were visiting at the home
of ber slater, Mrs. George Brown,
Mrs. B. F. Trueman and children
sperercller tthe pareonnge 02 Som
\ day
1 “Swing to not being able to secur
| Robinaon’s. hall on February 4, we
| have changed the date to February 1
jand 1G instead for the andual suppe
and bazaar. Let every body turn
| out and help make the supper 2 sue
: ess
Don't forget rally day on Sunday
i February 31. Let every one com
| out and help us make it a day to bs
{ong remembered in Greensburg. I
| the evening there fs -quite a treat it
| store for us, a3 the men are going to
jrender a fine program. Let every:
bods come to see what the men cal
|e
Sunday is quarterly meeting a
whieh time the presiding elder wil:
be with us. ;
1 "roo much praise cannot be given tc
our beloved pastor. Rev. Powell, fo:
ail the printing of tickets and bille anc
also the fine bulletin that be {seve
|srery Sunday morning. They ar
simply great, and be deserves grea
| praise for bie fine work.
‘Swing to the severe cold weather
Sunday the attendance et Bethel was
Bot 60 large at usual but the Boly
| Spirit wae there. Rev. Powell preach
ch in the morning on “The Form of
Godtiness,” end in the evening Be
ook bis text from | St. Matt. xxx,
“The Basy Yoke” He was at bl
best amd he ‘preached an impressive
BUTLER, PA
oh tee a met
‘Mrs. W, M. Hill as casted to Fitts
burgh, Pa. on Thursday, by the seri
ous iliness of Ber sister.
Joseph Wynn and Gilbert Monroe
spent Sunday at Parker, Pa. as the
guests of the former's aunt, Mrs. J.C.
White. gee
Communion services will be held at
the Second Baptist church next Sab-
bath, February 4. Services will be
conducted, by Rev. Carter of the Mt
Afarat Babee church of Pittsburgh.
"a.
‘A sleighing party from Kittanning.
Pa., consisting of Mr. and Mrs. Wilt
iam Smith, Miss Perey Brice and R.
Armstrong, visited here last Sunday
afzernoon and lett for home at § p.m.
During their stay they wete entertain-
ed at the home af Mre."J. W. Dixon.
for lunch and by Mrs, H. £. Brent
‘and Mrs, Jones sor dinner. The vis:
ft was a very agreeab'e stigprise.
Come again.
‘Master William Waters is quite 1
at his home in Whitmire avenue.
We are all glad to know that’ Mel
vin Smith is “Wome from the Butler
County General hospital. where he has
been confined for about three weeks.
Mrs. Nowa Arnold is still on the
sick list.
Miss Minnie Rolling is setting along
nicely after an illness of severa! days.
Mrs. George Holmes was among
the sick Inst week, .
Mrs. A. G. Brown is able io be out
again after several days illness.
Mrs. Sara Scott of Pittsburgh,
spent a few days visiting her mother,
Mrs, Fannie Robingcn. x
‘Mrs. Kimball, Mrs. 1. W. Jones and
Mrs. H.C. Brent held a social at the
‘A. M. B. chureh on Friday evening.
January 26, which was a very pleasing
affair.
‘A Very fino boy Was born to Mr. and
Mrs. Arthur Lewis of Mulberry street.
January 23, “Mother and’son are et:
ting along fine.
James Gant is getting alane nicely
at his home, let Cleteand street.
iDy Mrs E, Goes
The ralty at Speer Street A. MoE
erguzch' wag quite succrseinl, A heat
sim Of Foo was vaised. George
Mason Was visting in Pictebure on
Monday aad Tuesday, Rev. HoH
HAT met with a painful accident by
having his fingers crushed. A. W.
Robinson was home over Sunday from
Jeannette. Mrs. Anna Cornert, Miss
Ineinda Robinson atvended the rall¥
at Donora on Sunday. Hazel Alvida
the infant dauehter of Mr. and Mrs.
JE. Gor, died on January 22, 1912.
|A precious one’ frdm us has! gone,
A Voice we loved is still,
A place Is vacant in our home
Wnieh ‘never ean be filled.
Mras 3, W. Bolling is indisposed
The Iitde grand daughter of Mr. and
Mra. Junius Jiggets was buried last
Thoreday.
CONNELLSVILLE.
ee ee ee ee
Rev. Taggart preached two exce:-
tent sermons last Sunday. 1a. the
morning he spoke from Hebrew 1:18.
Subjects “Just by Faith. At 7:30 Be
again filed the pulpit and deilvered a
soul str'ng sermon from Corinthians
Tie Subject, "Chriatanlty.”
Mt. Zion Baptiet Church.
The Union services in the Mt. Z:00
paptist church wi the A. ME.
church and ours were Very entertala-
fing. and were conducted by Rev. Tag
gar and Rev Eppa. The meetings
Sere very well attended and the Holy
Spirit fully led“the way, thus our
churches were inspired. These mect-
ings. will be continued io the Payne
Ae" B. Church this week and we
‘are praying to have grand meetings
‘and that many souls may te brought
to Christ. Tbe sisters’ balf hour
prayer service in our church Sunday
morning was conducted by Mra. M-
3 Bppe ‘and “Mra. Mary Roblason.
[These wervices Bave beea the means
of inspiring our hearts for the Teco
| tion of the morning sermon.
Ger. L, B. Jenkins of Blapsvili,
| Pa., preached a soul-stirring sermon
[Sunday morning uAtil our cups ran
jover. The Sunday echool state die-
|{riet union masa meeting was held 1m
our chureh Sunday at 3p. =. Willers
| Jonseoe, the prenident of aiciet Xo,
2°or Western Pennaylvania, rendered
a Very excellent program. Prot. R.
'W. Sanders and Felix McGee conduct.
ed the singing. Mr. Prisit (white) of
the county association and Mr. Mar
tin, president of the home department.
were present and addressed the con-
| vention. Rev. R. D. Epps made the
Welcome address, which was respond-
led to by Rev. T. Taggart of Payne
i See church. Dust by ing
Olga Mills and Miss Emma Wasbing-
!ton. Prof. R, W. Sender and Messrs.
|M. W. Bridges, Silas Woodraff,
Misses Mollie Latney and Sopbia
Jones sang a se'ection. J. W. Strange
and RD, Flint and Prof. T. H.
Brows made snort addresses. | There
[was much inspiration gathered from
this mess meeting. ‘The next union
| mass meeting wili be beld at Payne
[ReNc'B. chureb, Prot. Sander and
| wife prepared « most excellent free
|Tuneneon for the out of town, people.
| They all feasted and went aay Te
Joicing. At & p.m. Rev. Jenkins of
| Braireville again retreshed vigor and
| imparted to us God's word, simple and
| true. Six persons bowed and on0
| conversion was made
| “°The Ladies’ Chureh Aid-soctety met
Friday at the bome of Mrs, Minnie
“Coles and elected the following otf-
‘cers: Mrs. Minnie Coles, president;
Sirs: A.B. Corbin, vce, president:
Miss Marie Corbin, secratary; MX.
Mattie Pope, assistant secretary:
Mra Annie Steward, treasurer; Miss
| Florence Corbin, chaplain.
The Ladies’ Missionary society met
Jat the home of Georgianna Hunter
Thursday afternoon. The spirit of
tissione seema to have taken on new
Ite because their hearte were filed
ith divine spirit.
‘Milton Hart Je much improved.
MrvoM. J. Bppe and Mrs. MW.
| pridges ‘were In attendance at te
| women's missionary convention last
| Thureday at Vandergrift. Pa.
‘Our hearts are saddened on account
of the death of Rev. J. H. Pryor. We
fave lost a great man in Terael. We
Extend our sympathy to the bereaved
family.
| ire. Laura B, Thompson and Mrs.
| pessie Dilard and son of Wiekbaven,
Pa, were the guests of Mrs. M. J.
Epps last week.
‘Miss Florence Young of Washing
| ton, D. C.. {8 the guest of ber aunts,
| Sirs. 3. H. Jobnstos, Mrs, A. R.
Dackson and Mra. T. R. Jetferdon.
[Haken te ee oat ea
| gave a dinner Monday for Rev. L. W.
{Seakins and Rev. and Mrs. R. D.
| Epps.
“Hine Hourebo'd of Ruth, No. 746,
‘will meet in the Mason bail, Main
“Street. February §. All members are
|itked’ No be. present. Mrs, Mary
tewis, MoS. Dt Mrs. Mary E.
tani, Se
SCRANTON, PA.
(ps Frederien Smith)
senices at Bethel A. M. E. church
were indeed Inepinig Yast Suadas. 1
Maing Tally dag at Bethe! a mass
meting. wae held in Bm Park St
Ghureh in the interest of the institu
flonal'aL MB. church, At 4 olock
potas two hundred and. thir-elgnt
Jonavs Wap raised a Bethel and $4413
‘as raiged at Elm Park, making a fee
Gro breaker for African Methodist
Scranton” ‘The~ pastor, Rev. 0. 7
Sint, was the central Agore the
niet of an array of the most cultured
and refined viass of ministers that
tree graced a platiorm. This as
the efeatest ‘achfevement for” the
thordh of allen to be found gpon the
ges of history of our ehurch in te
‘ire alice MeCant, Auro Dorsey and
oxhers ae ation the sick fet,
‘ite, 6. We Brown was, he hostess
ot a party of eight at the automobite
Show age Tuesday evening
Sirs'Sinith, mother of Mrs. J. A.
carter, bos reurned from New York
‘Tiac ts beng mage up of pearly
subseribers for the Courier. Please
Seireacy be'the Brat of next Stek.
Bee sec
The Allen E. Literary society heid
their regular meeting on last Monday
evening and elected their officers for
the ensucing quarter. John Addison
was elected presiden: and we Wish
for him much success during bis term
of office, ‘The new officers were in:
Stalled by the pastor and will, be
reads to assume their duties on next
Monday evening.
Dot forget the C. E. day exercises
on next Sabbath evening at 6:30 p.
ri Quarterly meeting will be held
a: Allen Chapel oa Peoruary 21, 1912.
The Baptist Missionary union met at
Mt. Zion Baptist church of this place.
and was in session three days, closing
Saubath evening.
‘Mrs. D. B. Scott and Miss Eiizabeth
Scott visited relatives in North Pitts:
burg last week,
Mr. and Mrs. Eli Bryans and Mr.
and Mrs. S. B. Bryans, attended the
funeral of Mrs. Joseph Bryans at Ter-
race, Pa., on Friday ©
‘Mrs. Anna W. Rideout and Mrs.
Grace Davis of Charleroi, visited their
parents, Mr. and Mrs. S.,B. Brsans on
Thursday.
‘Mra. Fannle Smith was a visitor at
the parsonage on last Sabbath.
Stephen Bryans, Jr, visited re-
latives in Homestead on last Sabbath.
BELLEFONTE
F Saget pein tee cae ate ee
Mrs. Rebecca Bmiery, wbo has beer
Hien her father afabam choca
Terns to her ote im Alentor, Pe
on Sunday"
Ett arn. coun Tomas ene
jammed at ainoer oo Sunday, re Car
[ne Thoroas and” dausbters Marie
jing Helens
Mire Pendleton apéat a few dass i
‘Aftoota lant week
‘Mrs. ‘Marjorie Harding and son
Jack are lotag ft toe Some of be
father, Abram Jackson.
‘Mrs. Rachel Tay!or entertained a
/number of friends at dinner Thuraday
evening. Those present were: Mr.
fod Mis, Wan hae, Mr. ond re
Semen Foreman, Rev! and Mra P.
Bigcr bara, Abram Jucason, Mrs, Siar
Jorit Harding of Tyrone, Mrs. Tilley
Dorsey, Mrs. Rebecca Emery and
“Mra. Carrie Thomas.
The Women's Federation club met
axithe home of are Wim. alle ls
Pritny ‘and’ ected: omcere for th
aucigg year. “They ‘are ae follows!
Mra. Katie Green, president; Mr. Car-
He Biactburny vice president,” Si
Louisa Williams, secretary; Miss Mag:
wie Migs od treasurer; Mrs. Sadte
Jones, corresponding secretary.
A pleasant surprise greeted the
Pastor and congregation of St. Paul
Sharch ‘hen they aasembled oa Sun
ay.” Avery seat yan board he
been placed on the rear of the. pulpit
that had Seomrgiven to the chars o
Sates" “Forenin our geuial an
thoughtful cabinet maker. A vote
of thanke wan tendered ‘bm at th
Crening series.
Stra ila" Wright Pleasant of Pai
adoiphia wit appear at he A. MB
Shareh om February &.
The social given by the stewardess
ache ‘Thoma’ lant PLN), wa
at Mrs. Thoma
(By E. Norris Reed.)
‘Women’s day was observed on Sun-
day, and the program was given in a
very scuaptatle manner” “Secretary
Smith of the Stewardess’ Board, de
livered the opening address. She
will leave short'y for Chlcag® to re
main a full month and her revlon
tion of the position that she has filled
well for several years ‘was much te
rotted. by her ‘asvoclaten re
Sith tefl tor" Chicago on, Monday:
rw. Jets Lewis. eateriataed «° pars)
of Tadles n-bonor of Mrs. Sith her
Sister, also a breakfast party of
friends, Ms. Dan Corr-and Mrs, Geo.
Robinson were on the sick list last
week. Mrs Charlotte Brown te able
to be ou after a long lines. Harry
Hobloeoa\was'lajured by « lerbe plece
of ice falling. oa bin foot, araking
tmpossible for him to ues that mem
ber. An oyster supper was enjoyed
by the fiends of the joint Msslonsey
tocletien. "The. program rendered at
the mecting of the Society for Mere!
and Mental improvement was'a good
one, “Creditatle.“presress. ta Veins
tuade by this new bodygt, and Sire
Thomas Dilard’ of Sharon, were
fuests of the former's tncle aad cov
ony ‘C. and Ralph Richardson on Sun-
.
Monongahela
fp
‘The Magnolia Missionary society of
the Second Baptist church met at the
residence of Mrs. Mattle Tipton. Af
ter the discussion of the topic, the
hostess served an excellent repast.
‘Mrs, L. C. Garland, Mrs. Millie Her
man and Mrs. John ‘Bassett attended
tke Baptist union of Monongahela val
ley, which convened at Bileabeth, Pa
‘Mr. and Mrs. H.A. McPherson en
tertained Mr. and Mra. A. J. Hilton,
‘Miss Mildred and James Hilton a
‘dinner on Sunday.
Miss Anna Goggins, Iva Philips
Marshal Swanson and James Wilson
fof Donora were callers on Miss Ber
tha Winbush Sunday, and were enter
tained by a delightfal luncheon, pre
pared by Mla Bertha Mother.
D. A. McPherson is making exten
sive repairs In his barber shop and
expects to have a rat class atop in
every particular in the near future.
Mra. Phemla Rollin »will_enter:ain
the missionary soclety of Bethel A-
M: E. church at her home on Thurs:
day afternoon.
‘Mise Alverda Simmons was a week
end visitor with Mrs. Lucille Brown
of East End, Pittsburg.
J.-H. Simmons and son, Joseph.
Jn, were business callers in Pitts
burg Monday morning.
‘Miss Blanche MePhereon delightful
ty entertained a number of friends
inst. Friday evening, te occasion be
ing in form of a miscellaneous shower
in honor of her brother and wife, Mr
and Mrs. 8. E, McPherson, whose
marriage Was @ recent evest of last
Wednesday evening. The bride and
groom were pleasantly remembered by
all ef their (riends and many. were
tne ‘useful gifts which they recelved.
Among the gifte were cut glass, linen
and a bandgonie rocking chair.” Miss
McPherson Was assisted In recelving
vy her mother, Mrs. W, J. Hilton,
her sisterin Jaw, Mrs. “Emmet Me
Pherson and Miss Ean Simmons.
Bach guest departed with best wishes
for the bride and groom and express:
ed themeelves as having enjoyed &
very pleasant evening.
‘Mises Phamizon and Margaret
Butler and Russell Peyton of South
Brownsville, Pa., were the guests of
Mrs. Bra Carpenter of Ninth and Coal
streets Sunday.
Miss Maude Woodfork of Tennessee
and Samuel McPherson of this clty
were quietly married January the 24th
at the home of the bride's aunt. Mra
Frank Tifton, on Railroad strest, bY
Rev. Gariand., ‘They will reside’ in
this city. Mr"MePherson is. a-mem-
ber of the Simmons: McPherson con
vracting. firm:
‘SB. Batch was a caller on his
brother, J. W. ‘Bateh, of Bilzabetb,
Pa
‘Miss Pearl Montgomery im convales:
cen:
Wallace Davis was the guest of Miss
Catherine Carpenter Sunday
‘Rev. Benjamin Hobson i ill at bls
home on Second avenue.
‘Mrs. Joseph Clayton Is quite i! at
ber home on Third avenue,
‘Mies Heles Batch fa out of school
of account of weak eyes, and abe ia
visiting ber sister, Mra. C. A. Hart:
ley of East End, Pittsburg, while
there is being treated by am ere spe-
clalist.
Ross Smith of Cleveland. Oblo, ix
rlaiting Bis wife, Mra. Halile Smith,
of Sixth street.
Naat bas Rappened to, Halle, @.
Brown's lub, 2
SB ban was a Pitabery Valor
oa Friday. ° i
‘Master Roy Montgomery ty on the
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Olek Hat thin week,
Si, Thornton ot; Coal atrect it
indlopodte. :
‘Artbe Steel ext remains quive’ i
a‘uie home on Coal street
Quear Mccruder is 8 the slck Hist
arts Brouke and Charles White of
Monewen, "Pay ealied. on Misses
Blonehe “and "Catherine “Carpenter
Thuredey evening
Mine May" 'Sitmons of Elizabeth.
Pai Mas a’ week end slaor of F:
Mr Simone “of Sinth and "Coal
Pye revival has cloned at {he Bethel
aT church. atten a very nace
casi meeting
Canonsburg, Pa.
{Lewis A. McGee.)
Mixes Frances and Kay. Victor
and! Nesta’ Willams. were Washioge
ton callers last Sabbath.
Mr. George Brown, who has beea
seriously ill fob, several weeks, is still
improving ‘
Be TSin Avalis was called 19
Washington Sunday by the illness of
a relative. bs - .
Tenjghable dfaner party, was
given last eeborsday in honor of the
86th birthday of Aunt Liza Wheeler
at her home in Payne Place. A
turkey dinner was served to the
frsig, at about 2 ‘e'lgek. when
covers were laid for 35. Supper was,
serced, Yo thase who goal mute
present “for dinner, Among vthode
meee rane Gane ha hee
Riscrie of Were Miadietoun, sh
ters of Mrs. Wheeler. :
Mrs. Millie Thomas went to Pitts.
bufgh Saturday afternoon tu spend
Suite with Ste" Lawns
Kev. CA. MeGoe visited. several
sgh petions ah tog honPatas im
jngion lact Friday.
Bee Bessa Grooms and Mrs. Joho
Dunlop are_on the sick list.
West Newton, Pa.
aus get ateth Gaba
Mrs. WH. Frasier, wife of the pas
tor, retuned home” Saturday from
Harrisonbarg. Va, where she bad
been called by the illness and geath
of her mother and with much added
sorrow arrived to find ber youngest
child Edward suffering with qiph-
teria. His members and many friends
are in deep sympathy with pastor and
family, The pulpit was oceupled by
Brother Harry Miles and Mra. Martha
Branson, evangelist on Sunday.
‘Mrs. Mary Jordan was called to
Homestead by the death of ber sister,
Mrs. Azale Bryan.
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CONFERENCE WITH PRES. TAFT
Lift up your heads, O ye Negress, and list to the song of the siren as it proceeds from the chambers of the White House since that unprecedented conference held between President Taft and his colored appointees.
Just six months prior to the national convention the appointees of the President are invited, mark you invited to the White House to discuss with the chief executive the questions so vital concerning the Negro race at the present time. The brethren who were allowed to pay two official visits to the private chambers of the President are full of praise for the President; and express themselves as believing that something will be said by the President, very sooq on the question of southern appointment, lynchings, and legislative discrimination.
To the man who never concerns himself about his race, further than what he gets from it, this report repervades with an astounding significance. Think of it, the President is now about to make a statement in behalf of the Negroes of this country. What strange incidents have marked the recent past that the President of the United States should bestir himself in our behalf. Have we not weathered the storm of every possible evil without any assistance to date? Certainly we have been made acquainted with every variety of race discrimination, pararbity and slaughter on the calendar, and survived without help; and this eleventh-hour expression of an intention to do something does not afford us much cheer.
We serve here upon in the coming presidential campaign that the Negro is not unmild of his past four years' experience. His scars stand out as a constant reminder of the ordeals through which he has passed; and no man, of whatever standing or position, can erase from our memory the manifold of his heaped upon us without even a word of protest from any member of that memorable conference. We are not deceived any longer our short history has been reduced to facts and figures that can not be, and upon these we base our claim as citizens, not Negroes, to the same protection and recognition given voluntarily to other servants of the flag.
We are proud that a conference was thought necessary; but we during simultaneously with a Presidential campaign and as the closing act of a four-year administration, tends to distort our good faith.
DR. GEORGE B. HOWARD
The Central Baptist church of Pittsburg is to be congratulated upon having secured the services of such a man as Dr. George B. Howard. The new leader is fully competent in every way to lead the church out into a lazer and fuller field of usefulness, and his past record, even in this city, is all the old need not to assume us that he will not overlook his opportunities. Dr. Howard has the necessary training and refinement to make him an ornament of the cloth. His activities in the interest of the race have been uniting and effectual in what we feel locality he found himself, and certainly his labors here among his many friends and benefactors will be no exception.
MEN AND RELIGION FORWARD
MOVEMENT
The New York Men and Religion Forward Movement for the Pittsburgh district began its campaign with flying colors, scoring often against the deadly toe; but, judging from an incident which took place last Tuesday, the dell still holds the trump card.
Be it known that the Pittsburgh district embraces all territory within a radius of about 150 miles, including Seauenville, O., and Franklin, Pa. From these two towns were sent Negro delegates to Pittsburgh. All well until the banquet was set at Halle Pitt on last Tuesday. When it was learned that there were two colored brethren, soft pedal on brothels, were among the banqueters. The men and Religion Forward Movement assumed a different hue. The introduction of the Socialist question into the discussion proved an insignificant feature as compared with the presence of the two Negro delegates. The "men" run to cover, the "religion" went up in prejudicial smoke, and the "forward movement" was ordered to mark time until a Wille avenue restaurant could be found for the accommodation of the colored brethren, so run reports.
This incident proves, an ample test of the Christianity behind the Movement. All the devil had to play his device of Negro Delegates, and the whole game was captured. Just what report the Negro Delegates will take back with them, has not been ascertained; but certainly they will have little to say about the menus served to the workers. "Christianity, what crimes are committed in thy name."
We note with satisfaction that "Jim Jab" has improved his vocabulary. He now writes a whole column on Buck Brown without once calling him a "smoke." Now, Jim, give all the other fellows the same kind of Jab.
President Taft has been importuned to appoint Hon. J. Buffington of Pittsburg to fill the vacancy made on the supreme bench by the death of the late Justice Harlan. Judge Buffington would serve the post with perfect satisfaction, and certainly he would reflect honorably upon the life of the man he succeeds.
The presence of Senator Penrose certainly put a quietus on the T. R. boom, at least temporarily. But just wait a while.
HINTS ON SUFFRAGISM.
At this time, when so much is being said on the question of Woman Suffrage, we deem it wise to have an expression from our own women. This column is open to the women of the world, and con, will be published free-Ed.
HINTS IN FAVOR OF SUFFRAGE.
(Bx E. Jones.)
It must come sooner or later; never has more interest been aroused than at the present moment in woman's vote, and she intends to vote. Too. Attention long, earnest struggle with aid of women like the president Shaw, they have secured results in Colorado, Idaho, Utah and California. More will be added to this list if the present is indicative of the future. The question is asked "Why do women need to vote?" For more reason than for List to stop to think what some of the greatest of their time have to say about it;
Abraham Lincoln said: "I go for all sharing the privilege of the government who assist in bearing its burdens by no means excluding women." Some hold the position that women are already represented in men's votes. What then are the women who can sit in the world or who can, casting his vote for the first time, have seven or eight female members in the same family, three-four, of these being wage earners at that? Again the father and mother are equally responsible for the existence of the child and they should be equal guardians of the child. But that is not the case in all the States, only about one-third the States enjoying this privilege. Then are the women equally represented as long as this is true. If they had the vote this state of affairs would quickly disappear and equal guardianship be secured.
Why They Should Not Vote.
Well, women cannot find what about to take on to fight. Who would take away their vote?" asked Miss Flinn. Again women haven't taken to vote, too much taken up with their household affairs. Men stop on their way to business and live or ten minutes to voting. Why not housewives on their way to the shop or markets use their vote once a year that would probably mean so much to them in the home life. Does anyone think this short time would interfere with the best well-recailed home. Again no woman would need to hold an office unless she so desired and then she would be elected by both men and women. Most recent places from which comes food to be used in many homes, endangering the health and reason of all concerned. From such observations she realizes the necessity of helping to make the laws. Too often we see children employed in sweatshops and many other unhealthy places be used by women of the women which could be regarded had the women the power to vote. Think of corresponding conditions in the home life of the children employed, the squashed farmers called home, where deadless of diseases have found soil and have been spread to all parts of the earth. All women should be served for the women.
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LOCAL NEWS
LOCAL NEWS
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Mrs. Beulah Rice of Chicago, William Gee and A. B. Rice visited William A. Turner and family in Wheeling Sunday. Miss Birdie Long and Mrs. H. G. Thomas of Monessen, were Pittsburgh visitors during the past week. Bayleas — the place to eat — 1209
Wynne C. Poindexter of Poindexter & Spith. East Liverpool manufacturers of barbers' supplies, was a Pittsburgh visitor during the past week.
Rev. T. J. Johnson of Monessen, Pa., accompanied by Messrs. Payne and Peerman of the same place, were business visitors in the city during the past week.
The mangers of the Industrial Home for Colored Girls met January 17th and ended the following office president, Mrs. E. Jufford; first vice president, Mrs. M. Spurlock; second vice president, Mrs. E. Washington; recording secretary, Mrs. M. V. Brady; financial secretary, Mrs. Ida Stinson; corresponding secretary, Mrs. R. Jones; treasurer, Mrs. M. Douse.
Mrs. Mary Anderson visited her husband who is sick with an gripe at Westmoreland hospital, Greens-
The Monticello Athletic association has been reorganized. The following are the officers and members: Howard E. Rickmond, president; George V. Cole, Jr., vice president; Joseph R. Mahoney, manager; Evan E. Baker, secretary; Wilbur C. Doughlass, treasurer; Cumberland University basket ball team, William M. Writt, ball team, James. Dennis, William S. Rickard, Seasar Posey, James Dorsely, lee Lee, Walter Clarke, Sellers Hall, Howard Hall, Robert Lovett, Charles N. Rickmond, Jesse Brown. In view of the fact that the Monticello Athletic association expects to bring the Howard University basket ball team here for a game during March, a dance will be held at Arcade hall, February 16, 1912, in order to raise funds to defray expenses. invitations have been issued for this affair and have shaped that friends of M. A. will show their appreciation of their efforts by attending this function.
Bayless' — the place to eat — 1209 Wylie avenue.
Mrs. Hattie Courtney went on Sunday to Greensburg, Pa., to visit her sick friend, Mrs. Nichols.
Gen. J. B. Switzer camp 98 and the auxiliary were represented at the open installation of Davis Star of Vion. Thursday night at the Soldiers Memorial hall, and was concluded with a banquet in banquet hall, which was very fine indeed. On Friday night Camp 98 held memorial services in behalf of G. A. R. Post 206's deceased members. The program was appropriate, the Brothers rendering selections for the occasion.
Many of the R. men and ladies were present, and much was said for the presence of the order.
J. Monroe visited her brother and his wife, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Lewis at Greensburg, Pa., last Wednesday.
Prof. J. C. Miller will arrange a program for Sunday, February 11, to be rendered at Warren Church. He will be assisted by the former and present AJ. A1 the members of these choirs will meet on Monday night, for a rehearsal.
Bayless' — the place to eat — 1209 Wylie avenue.
Mrs. Mary Calloway spent a few days in Greenburg, Pa., recently, as guest of her cousins, Anna and Augusta Stokes.
Mrs. Abbe Ford was found last Wednesday at her home in Perry street in almost a dying condition. Her many friends will be glad to learn that she has since improved considerable, now being able to walk. Wigwam have been arranged for Thursday evening, February 9, at M. Arnat Baptist church, and the public is most cordially invited.
Mrs. Hattie Courtney is the guest of Rev. J. T. Moore and family of Scottsdale, this week.
Prof. Z. Colman of this city, is staring a few weeks in Scottsdale, Pa.
Bayless' — the place to eat — 1209 Wylie avenue.
Assistant City Solicitor Wan Rapolin, who has been combined with his home for several days with illness is
Misses Annie and Pamela Campherl are guests of their aid, Mrs. Eugene Campherl of Erie Pa. Among the social interactions attended by a fellow subscription dance given by Chelston Francis, Charles Lawrence and Robert Baxter on Tuesday, January 16. Quite a number of social affairs were given in honor of the visions were given in honor of the visions.
The last End day school will give a red Moon dance at Arcadia hall on Monday, February 12. The last will be decorated with Japanese lanterns and red electric effects. Robinson's full orchestra, Dancers, to 2. Grand prize waltz at晨 at 11 o'clock Friday evening, February 9. Progress Lodge, F. & A. M. will be warranted dedicated and instituted by John C. Morton, D. D., grand master, assisted by 'Frank R. Stewart, grand J. deacon, and W. S. Lewis, grand lecturer, assisted by Past Masters and members of the lodges of all F. & A. M. lodges are invited to send the name, number, and W. Masters and secretary's
THE COURTIE.
name to R. L. Vann. 433 Fifth avenue, that the list may be revised, also eight of meeting. On and after February 1 the address of John C. Morton, R. W. G. Sr. Warden and D. D. G. Mast, F. & A. M., will be 1704 Wylie avenue, P. & A. Phone 1353, Wylie Elizabeth Sec. our representative at Elizabeth Pa. were visiting relatives on the North side last week.
Mrs. Jemile Brooks is visiting her husband, Wm. Brooks at Sharon, Pa. Rev. C. N. Ross of this city has accepted the call of the Second Baptist church, Rochester, Pa. to be its pastor. May he have a great success in his labor.
Attorney Frank R. Stewart will confer the principal address of the Lincoln day celebration that will be held at Brownsville A. M. E. church on Monday, February 12, by Energetic Company U. R. No. 25, K of P. The celebration will be a notable one, a feature being an address on "Personal Recollections of Lincoln" by R. C. Rossetti extended Lincoln's sec-
James Whey, -Y. M. C. A. secretary,
at Witchaite to promote
their work.
State Sunday school Union No. 1,
banqueted the Sunday school workers
at the Ebenezer Baptist church, Col-
well and Miller streets, on Tuesday
last. After a program had been re-
nedered in the auditorium the audience
marchett to the lecture room and
joined as well prepare the
beloved U for 200. This will be an
affair affair among Sunday school
workers
Sale of tickets being just double our expectation, we have found it necessary to obtain Arcade hall for the entertainment to be held by the Chaufeur's Brotherhood on February 6, 1912. A program and many amusements will be furnished at that evening. During the revival services at Brown's Chapel A. M. E. church, the Sunday school orchestra had been holding its regular Monday night rehearsals at various houses. On last Monday night, the orchestra was entertained at the home of Mr. B. O. of the Chester of the orchestra at the attn. of the officers, Arthur L. Boyde, a young man of great musical experience, was elected as leader and director. Geo. Cook, Jr., who has filled the presidents' chair for two years, was re-elected. All persons desiring to engage said orchestra will kindly communicate to us through its leader, Mr. Bowie, 1413 North Street, North, Side, Pittsburgh Pa.
A seven cent social will be held at the residence of Mrs. Cella Robinson, 2024 Rose street, corner Grove, on Thursday evening, February 8, for the benefit of the home-made candy booth during the coming fair of Trinity Congregational church. Everybody indoors. Admission 7 cents. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Lee of New Castle. were visitors here during the past week. Sold with selling liquor illegally. T. H. Gibson, colored, who keeps a restaurant at 2229 Wille avenue, was held for court, under $500 bail by Magistrate Louis Apiren, at the Center avenue police station, last Wednesday. The man was arrested last night by Lieutenant Edward Barry. At the hearing Lieutenant Barry testified he marked two quarters and gave them to a special officer to liquor at the restroom. The man was also marked quarters were found in Gibson's cash register, so Barry testified.
Hon. James Francis Burke, member of Congress representing the Thirtieth district, comprising, the greater portion of our people in Allegheny county will be the speaker, 4 o'clock, sharp, Sunday afternoon at the Loeni club symposium. There will be a leap year and century reception given at Arcade ball, Caterer theatre, East End. February 8, Thursday evening, for benefit of East End Royal Court No. 6, Daughters of Sphinx. Jas. H. Page gave a dinner last Thursday evening to the Trustee Board of Brown's Chapel and in his usual generous spirit saw that nothing was missing that was appetizing. Covers were laid for twelve. Prof. and Mrs. James Rose of Tiosa street, entertained the intellectual club on Tuesday. After the regular meeting of business the host-
Albert J. Hilton and Miss Eydy Ormes of Monongahela, were married at the parsonage of Bethel A. M. E. church, Thursday evening, January 18, in the presence of a few friends. Both are popularly known in Pittsburgh as well as in their own city. The coremoun was performed by Rev. P. A. Stork. The late move in Pythalism is an effort to organize all past chancellors into a Past Chancellors Council. Tentative arrangements were made last Monday evening when the following named brothel met at the offices of A. L. Ballard. A. J. Lewis, G. A. Novels, D. G. Dunn, G. A. S. Mookins, J. S. Mookins, H. Alexander, F. J. Brown, J. T. Matthes, R. L. Vann, R. H. Logan, W. H. Stanton. A. J. Lewis was chosen temporary chairman, and R. L. Van, secretary. A committee of three was appointed to communicate with the Grand chancellor and ascertain the provisions of the law proclaiming for such councils. Adjournment had subject to a call by the chairman.
The many friends of Mrs. I. W. W. Manaway of Jackson, Miss. were to hear of the death of her husky dog, Jackson, who was a prominent man in the South and highly respected.
Safe—To place your insurance with the Thomas P. Jackson Agency. Bell Phone: 809 Wiley avenue. Pittsburgh, Pa.
THUMM'S DOPE:
Dr. Crimson and Dr. Wilson of Brown's store company are now living in their new apartments above the store, with the best cook on the hill. Miss Ethel Stewart. Since Miss Ethel has been cooking for these two gentlemen she has gathered a piece and they say they can work 24 hours every day without swinging hammers or the train or Wilson and they will tell you. Bush Shelton, the well known barbarian at Colonial hotel, is the most poplar man on the hill. He has that old smile that never wavers off. Parties wishing to have some dope in this paper can leave it with Manager Bokkin at E. K. Tumm and it will be attended to. The Courier is always looking for news, old or new. Kid Miller, the head barbarian, Pearman's man, for the big ball at Continental, February 5, 1912. Kid and his winning ways make lots of friends. He is always busy giving the public what
they want over the counter.
Gee. Robb. the well-known hoo-
man of the hill says: "I serve the best mea-
sure in the city and my liquors
are the best that are made. Call
and see me."
He Hegeler is doing nicely.
He's the new born baby印 of Frank
Hegeler, the head bartender at M. J.
Fairrels. Little Germania is walking
the floor every night to put the child
to sleep; for a treat see Frankie, Jr.
at E. K.'s.
Ike McPherson, the sporting writer
under him. See Kid White.
colored dighters under him. See Kid
Wilson.
Our pool and billiard room is
the finest in the country. Always crowded
and doing business. Everything
first class.
Miss Maggie Cook is a real bargain
hunter and her daughter's weight, 185
pounds, and is only 15 years old. She
must have two apple pies for break-
fast. Manager Bodkin overslept himself
and the reason was he sleeps a cramp in
the interior. He never sleeps.
The young men are in the fighting game that live on the hill are not de-much fighting these days. The National club and the Duquesne Garden people have refused to put them on. Manager Tom Bodkin who lives on the hill only man in the business that has colored fighters appearing in this city. I think our people should go to the American show. They are held every Saturday at the Old City Hall. Moses Bull has full charge of the shining stand. When you wait the trimming calls and see Mose. Always on the job. When you want to pass the evening with the family, go and see the people at the Star theater. It is up to the standard. Everything new in the acas. See Minsky, the owner, or Artist Johnson. Special sale Saturday, Tip Top Cigars, 4 for 5. E.K. has the Courler and sells 'em. Thumm's Bulletins are the talk of the Hill. Millions Read em. Sqire Frank Friesen, Knivson and授授 for liquor license on the hill. Money in it when all the Jews go after it.
E. K. installed a large mirror which has a reflector over it, in the basement. Watch the fellows pose in front of it. Don't forget the grand ball at Continental Hall February 15, 1912. C. W. has engaged Lower White, the old and charming cake walker, to act as floor manager. Lover has lots of followers that will be on hand to see him at his old job. Charlie Cook has recovered after a long sick spell. He look much better and is now behaving himself. He is right at the Old City Hall next Monday night. The hill will be down the to see him per form.
CONDOLENCE.
In Loving Remembrance of Mary
Lienland Lehren of Finleyville, Pa.
from Her Friends and Relatives of
Barboursville, Ky.
In view of the loss we have sus-
tained by the decease of our friend
and niece and granddaughter, and
of the still heavier loss she suffered
by the death of her; be it
Resolved. That it is only a just
tribute to the memory of the departed
to say that, in regretting her removal
from our midst forever, we her
friends, grandmother, uncle and aunt
stand amelanchy and with sorrowful
theirs think of her. As with tearful
and those with tearful hearts her lifeless remains, imagining the present freedom of that soul which for these fifteen summers has been pent up in this moulding piece of clay, our sadness is changed to a merry song. "Not dead, not dead, not
escaped. Not bound, but free." We
will not say that Mary is dead, but
pesting in a whirler land than this.
From the wall into the sky.
From the roof along the spire:
Oh, the souls of those that die.
Are but beams lifted higher.
OBITUARY
Arnos R. Givens.
Amos R. Givens, aged 25, died January 25 at the Pittsburgh hospital from injuries received as the result of a gas explosion which occurred home in the Eisenhower, Sunday, Jan. 25, driving his wife and two brothers, one, Walter B. Givens, residing in this city. Funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon from the Seventh Day Adventist church Center avenue, near 11th Street, Intermarchery, near 11th Street, Hardwood City. Understaff John B. Davis conducted the funeral.
John Cobbs.
John Cobbs, aged 37, died at his home at 1277 Clark street on Saturday, January 29, 1911. Edward shipped the body to Bedford for interment and Mrs. Emren Cobbs, wife of the deceased, accompanied the body.
Mrs. Catherine Brown
Mrs. Catherine Brown, aged 72, wife of William Brown, of 1927 Belfast avenue, died at her home on Saturday, January 20, 1912. Funeral services were held from the late residence on Friday afternoon, January 20, 1912, interment at Highwood cemetery. Surviving age her husband, two small children and hosts of gorrowing friends.
Mrs. Mary Green
Mary. Mrs. Green, aged 46 years died at her home at 41 Arthur street, on Monday; January 21, 1912, and the body was shipped to Pleasant Valley, Va. Husband, sister and brother and many saddened friends survive.
Robert Scott
Robert Scott, infant son of Mr. and
Mrs. Scott, died on January 21, 1923, at the
age of 61.
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age of four months. He was buried on Thursday afternoon at Highwood cemetery. Deep sympathy was expressed by the man who children in their sorrow over him untimely dense of this, then only son.
Mrs. Bell Brick.
Mrs. Bell Brick, aged 45, died on Tuesday, January 23, 1912. The body was shipped to Mason City, W. Va., for interment. Two daughters, a brother, three sisters, all of Charleston, S. C. survive, together with her mother, Mrs. Mitchell of this city, and many sorrowing friends.
John Turner.
John Turner, aged 51, brother of Rev. Thomas and Frank Turner, died on Tuesday, January 23, 1912, and the body was shipped to Mason, W. Va. for interment. Two, daughters, a Mrs. John Turner, wife of the deceased, survives, together with hosts of sorrowing friends.
FIRE! FIRE! FIRE!
Fire insurance written on furniture and buildings at a reduced premium D. R. Lewis, agent, 1317 Wylie ave. Bell, phone 3455 W. Grant.
50. BABIES WANTED.
There will be a special baby week at John Wesley A. M. E. Zion church on Tuesday evening, March 8, 1912, at 10 a.m. The baby will be a tension Board for babies aged from 1 to 3 years. This will be a content in weight. Each baby will receive a prize as there will be three grand prizes given in each of the heaviest. For further particulars address C. E. Jones, 63 Arthur street, Pittsburgh.
HOMESTEAD
HOMESTEAD
(By Blanche Dooley.)
On next Sunday night, February 4,
Rev. C. R. Goggins will preach on the
subject of "Baptism." Everybody is
invited to attend.
The leap year social given by the
Stewardess' Board was well attended.
Those who stayed away missed a rare
treat in Mrs. Mary Betts who recited
several line selections.
The Ladies Ad society will meet
at the home for Mrs. Mager Cardwell,
February 1912. All ladies are
requested to be present and to bring a
new name for the society.
Sunday afternoon there will be a
program rendered at the Gladden A.
M. E. church by the Sunday School
Missionary society. Please come and
encourage the little folks in their
efforts.
The Social Few club will meet at
the home of Jerome Verny on Saturday,
February 3, 1912.
Mr. and Mrs. Smith of East End,
were callers on Mrs. Jesse Jackson
on Sunday.
When the infant son of Rev. and
Mrs. C. R. Goggins, is much better
at this writing.
The two special sermons preached by Rev. C. R. Goggins were masterpieces of eloquence and everybody that heard them were much benefited. Rev. Goggins is becoming very popULAR, and he has been haunting us by being haunted in every one of them, mostly in the past month. The Chrysanthemum club met at the home of Miss Jessie Cundiff on the second Thursday in January. A very enjoyable evening was spent in music and games, after which a dainty luncheon was held at the University of Pittsburgh, was a caller on Iloyd Fisher on Sunday.
The T. C. club and guests spent a most delightful social evening on January 25, 1912, at the residence of Mrs. Geo. Richardson of Twenty-first avenue. The members and visitors turned out in full and made one of the grandest social gatherings home for the evening, home for the home. After the crowd gathered, the master of ceremonies called the house to order and the following program was rendered: Welcome address by the honored S. J. Richardson, in which he threw open his doors of hospitality unto us, after Mr. R. Richardson's display of oration and friendships, the Thunderbird, Bert Jackson, responded to him in such a manner that the audience decided though Webster, of the Anglo-Saxon race is dead, his brother or a close relative lives in the Afro-American race. Next on program was a selection from the house from them Ion Cardwell, who carried the Carnation club, carried the said club in a chariton of praise far above the sight of man for their great and noble works. R. M. Summer was the next speaker, who represented the Chrysanthemum the flower of the program, but not the feast. He delivered a most interesting address on sociality and if we ladies and gentlemen, remember the good things which he told us in his address and do accordingly, it will not only help us as ladies and men, but it will help us accomplish. After the program a delightful repast was served, and everybody enjoyed themselves to the highest. After the dancy uncle had been served the remainder of the evening was spent in music and games. We, the committee, wish to thank Mr. and Mrs. Richardson for our assistance.
Keep your eyes wide open, keep patience and wait for the next T. C. outing.
Mrs. Annie Bryan of Munhall terrace, aged 63 years, died last Tuesday night at 11:30 o'clock and was buried on Friday afternoon in the Homestead cemetery. Mrs. Coleman, who resided with her daughter, Mrs. Tauton of Amity street, for some time, departed this life on Wednesday, January 24, 1912, and was buried on Saturday, January 27, 1912, in Homestead cemetery. She was 50 years of age.
The members of Glidden A. M. E. church are preparing for a big rally
in April. The church and friends are divided into two clubs, known as the White Rose and the Red Rose. O. B. Chambers is leader of the White Rose and Tucker Clark the Red Rose. The war among the Roses is designed to raise friends to lift the mortgage and make the person is asked to help. The first entertainment is to be given by the White Rose club on February 6 and two weeks later the Red Rose club has a valentine concert. Miss Phoebe Perry, a teacher in the High school of Wheeling, W. Va., and Miss Natalie Jones also of Wheeling, W. Va., are asked to greet Mr. and Mrs. Evan E. Baker of Mifflin street. M. J. Watch of Elizabeth, Pa. and Mrs. Geo. McFarland of Wilmerdine, are at the bedside of their mother, Mrs. Eliza Bell!, who is very ill. Captain C. W. Posey spent Sunday, calling on friends in Dravosburg, Pa. Mrs. Fressen Seif, nee Blake, of East End, was calling on relatives in town on Thursday. Mr. Wrinkles took dinner at the home of Mr. and Mrs. C. W. Posey on Sundays.
Mrs. Seward Posey spent Tuesday calling on her mother, M. N. P. Hubbard, and Berry Roberts, a baby of Jamestown, N. Y., who is living in Pittsburgh.
BRADDOCK, PA.
Mary C. Hamilton, Bell phone 201-R. P. & A. phone 895-1.
Mrs. Bettie Richardson, of Cory avenue, entertained at dinner on Sunday Mrs. Elizabeth Jefferies, of Pittsburgh, Rev. R. H. Bunery, D. D., of the North Side, Pittsburgh, and Rev. J. E. Morris, D. D., of Braddock.
Mrs. Texas Rendleman, of Cliff avenue, North Braddock, attended services at the Gladden A. M. E. church in Homestead last Sunday.
Wm. Yerby, of Fifth street, who had his feet and hands badly frosted during the recent cold spell, is getting a great deal better.
Mrs. Harriet A. Graves, of Center street, spent last Sunday in Sewickley, the guest of her daughter, Miss Estella Ford, and Mrs. R. H. Jones.
Miss Marie Williams, of McKeesport, Pa., and Miss Annie B. Peas, who were the guests of the Miss Ruth and Precious Johnson, of Stokes avenue on Sunday afternoon.
Mrs. Ella Callaway, of Oliver street, spent last Saturday and Sunday in Youngstown, O. While there she was the guest of her husband, Henry Callaway, and Mr. and Mrs. James Norris, formerly of Braddock, Pa.
Mfs. E. L. Morris, of Cory avenue, entertained at luncheon on last Sunday. Those present were Miss Anna Koos, Miss Nora Gorden, Miss Linda L. L. G. Tatum and Cornelius Laney.
Mr. and Mrs. Walter Bidding, of the North Side, Pittsburgh, were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. R. G. Purse, of Cory avenue, last Sunday.
Mrs. Henrietta Keyser, of Webster avenue, Pittsburgh, Pa., was the guest of her sisters. Mrs. Texas Randleman, Mrs. Walter Smith and Mrs. Ulysses Brown, of Cliff street, last Sunday. Mrs. and Mrs. Chas. Williams, their daughter, Marie, and son, Lawrence, were in Braddock last Sunday.
Dr. Samuel Howard, of Sixth street, was called to Monessen. Pa. on Tuesday evening on account of the illness of Mrs. Lue Thompson. Dr. Samuel B. Bradock and her many friends will be quite surprised as well as sorry to learn of her illness.
Harry Jackson, of Lorain, O., spent a ten-days' vacation with his mother, Mrs. Jennie Jackson, and sister, Mrs. A. B. Eskridge, of Oliver St. Rev. Samuel Comfort of Boston. Mass. has been the house guest of Rev. Dr. J. H. Dwelle during the past week. Rev. Comfort is en route to Texas. He is a most able clergyman.
The Sunflower club and the Whitecliff amusement park on Thursday night. Prof J. W. Lerry will give his moving picture show.
The coming flower rally at the New Hope Baptist church will be very beautiful. Clubs are as follows: Rose Bud club, George Morton, president; Tulip club, Dr. Samuel Howard, president; Magnolia club, J. P. Price, president; Hyacinth club, James Morton president; Carnation club, Joseph Scott, president; Pansy club, Thomas Christian, president; Chrysanthemum club, Janey Ashby, president; Vivian Apple Club, president; Sunflower club, Rev. H. Dwelle, president, Every club is as busy as a bee in a tar tinbucket, Deacon Thad. Morton is flower rally treasurer.
Last Sunday was the first quarterly meeting of the year at the Cory Avenue A. M. E. church, and it was a very pleasing success socially, financially and last, but by no means least, spiritually. The amount money raised during the SIBL communicates 90 of communicants who worshiped with us as far as we could learn were as follows: Mrs. Grace Offer, Mrs. Elizabeth Jefferies, Mrs. Henrietta Keyser, of Pittsburgh; Mr. and Mrs. Walter Bidding, of North Side, Pittsburgh, and Rev. W. H. Washington, of Irwin. C. R. Goggins, of the Gladden A. M. E. church, of Homestead, preached the communion sermon and the little temple was filled with the glory of God. A number of persons signified their desires for the prayers of the church that they might become Christians. Two came forward and gave their heart to the church's Goggins' presence in mistaken again in the near future will be welcomed and very much appreciated. Presiding Elder Rev. R. H. Bumery was with us all day and
(Continued on Page Five.)
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each quart purchased. On the run of the reel
of: every 2000 tickets there will be TWO
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SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 1911.
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(EQATED BY ELIZABETH JONES.)
"Dinner Sunday.
Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Johnson of
Susquehanna street, entertained with
a family dinner on Sunday. Covers
were laid for Mr. and Mrs. Jennings
and family, Miss Ethel Jones, Misses
Cora and Hattie Ross, Miss Carrie
Terre!] and Mrs. Gertrude Nelson.
Cluh Weetinag, 2
~ Pittsburgh Sorial clu met et the
Fesidence of Mr. and Mrs. W. S. Watts
in Kirkpatrick street on Friday even-
ing. Attorney R..L. Vann address-
ed the members along social lines. It
‘was instructive 2s to cub sovernment
and re‘ationship of parents and chil-
dren and the duties of wach. Covers
were laid for 20 and an_ elaborate
Juncheon was served by The hostess.
Several musical numbers were ren-
dered’ during ie evening, including
mandolin and piano, sclections by Mr.
Watts and his niece, Miss Florence
Wilson.
Casem Adoore Citeia.
The parlor musicale given by Mrs.
B. B. Buskeryilie and Mrs. A.B. Craw:
ford yxter the auspices of she Emma
J. Méore circle on Friday, January 1%,
Was nu grand suecess. The house
was beautifully decorated in club
co\ois und mottors. The program.
whlch was managed by Mrs. Anna E.
Crawtord, was one of the finest heard
for some zune, consistinz of solo by
Mrs... Lewis, remarks by Mrs. 1.
Spence? of the Autumn Leaf Social
club, duct, Misses Bessie Harris and
Helen M. Newsome: recitation, Mrs.
JM. Crawford: piano selection, Miss
Matt Beasley: solo, Joan Crawford:
Viol.n selection, Mr. Pea'er, with Miss
Eva. Booker cs accompanist: reverie.
Mrs. Cores Thompson: plano se
lection, Mrs. da May Fizher. nee Cot
fer: violin szleciion, Master George
Rrooker: closing remarks by the pres
ident, Mrs. G. Ralg. — Refreshments
wert served by the hostess, #The
commigtee wishes to tank all who
beled to make this affair a success.
Holtey—Brown.
Benjamin F. Holley and’ Miss Nel:ie
Brown, Wo of Greensburg’s very pop
ular people, were united in marriage
at Bethel parsonage on Wednesday,
January 17, 1912, Rev. P. A. Scott, offi-
cating. The young people will re-
side mn Greensburgh, where they have
a host of friends, 3
A Lucky Beggar.
Robert Newman telephoned the po
lee: ; ‘
“| want you to find my trousers.” he
sald. £
“Did you look under the mattress?”
asked the telephone clerk fm the chief's
office.
“No.” sald, Newman.
“Give me the description,” he said.
“all right. The number on the caso
4s 5574569 and the number on the
works {8 5133475.
“What are you talking about, any:
way?”
“My wateh.”
“T thought It was your trouaers.
“Yeh. the watch wag In the trousers
pocket. A becgar called here and asked
me to give him a pair of trousers. I
did. After he was gone I discovered
T gave,him the ones with my watch
fo them. Find that beggar, will you?”
FSt_ Louts Post-Dicorte®:
‘Ratioeb ec.
This world wert. tere rect te
tone without the gute. |
Jakes. the rise ern
which have cere + etd
Breat uphes tis ¥. st
earth raake ! the we rab oe
fi much Wke iis tn sis eyes
ence. The bles-ime- et PTI Tee
Im large measure Pres
aches and the ceenies Lea ay
women. They havy fiver ther me
Dlood so that ethers secs ae oe
fiched. This hes Sven Sei ees
fon. But out of other tet Bae
come a new Kfle—sroen tre ea seo”
of the best that died ta thant ret
“This has beeu their resurreciian
Charles Stelzie
Tr. Ernest Syphax and Miss Mae
mie Hunter were uiited in marriage
at the home of the brid2’s mother,
Mrs. Annie Huntes. in Frankstown
avenue on Thursday, January 25. a
siuy p. m., Rev. W. J. Carter, D. D.,
officiated. Miss Minnle Barnett was
bridesmaid and Dr. J. E- Brown was
best mun. They received many us’
ful ag weil as beautiful presents,
Among the guests were Dr. E. P.
Brown, Dr. J. W. Becks tt, Mr. and
Mrs, Charles Woodruff, Mr. and Mrs.
Edward ‘Pearl and son, J. W. Miller,
M.A. Goldsten, Raph Hoard, James
Harris, Wm. FL Jobes, Dr. J. E.
Brown, John L. Thornton, Joseph X.
Hawkins, Mies Rosetta Sparrow, Mrs.
‘Abbie Wilidms, Miss Mary Harrison.
Miss Minnie Barnett, Mrs. Beatty
White. Mrs. Irwin White, ‘Mrs. Gra-
ham. Mrs. W. P. Hubbard and Mrs.
Chas. Penn. After the wedding cere-
mony contratulations were extended
to br. and Mrs. Syphax and an elabor.
ate dinner was served. They will be
at home to their friends at 120 Brusb-
ton avenue. ‘
Cetarsain for Wheeling Guests.
Mr, and “Wrs. Evan E, Baker of
Homestead, entertained 4nformally
jast Sunday in honor of Misses Phoe-
be Perry aad Natalie Jones of Wheel-
ing, W. Va. Among the guests wer?
Misses Ethel Truman, lima Whiter,
Ella Botley, Sara Writt, Corrine Cap-
tain, Mrs. -¢. W. Posey, C. D. Lown-
des, Howard Richmond, John Stanton.
“Cumberland Posey, Jos. “Mahoney,
William Posey and Mr. Hawkins.
Marr on Sunday Afternoon.
The home of Mr.-and Mrs. Douglass,
in Webster avenue, was the scene Of
a guriage {ast Sunday afternoon. at
3 Bclock, the happy couple being Ed
ward Harris and Miss snes, Good-
man, both of this effy. — Severa!
friends witnessed the pleasant event,
and*Mr. and Mrs. Harris are not at
home to their hosts of friends at the
above address. Rey. P. A. Seo:t of
Bethel church. officiated.
Women’s Clubs
_A musicale will be* given for the
benefit of the Negro Tuberculosis hos-
piel Cot club at the home of Mrs, W.
S. Lewis, 5794 Broad street. Thursday
evening, February 15.
The Tuesday Evening Study ciub of
the Wylie avenue branch of the Car
negie Library he'd a very interesting
meeting last Tuesday. — Proztam as
foilows: “Lite of George Mere-
di:h.” Miss Ciara E. Howard; “The
Ordeal of Richard Feverel,” Miss
Mary Turner: discussion led ~ by
Miss Fstesie Wells: paper, ‘Chi:dran
of the Mis:,” Miss 1. Crawford.
Mrs. L. Gamb!e, the president f
the Nezro Taberculos's nospite:
league, has been in the state of Otfio
for tlie past three weeks in the interest
of the hospital work. The women of
the clubs and Citistian associations
should rally to the support of such a
movement and be proud of the woman
at the head. \\Why not help our sis-
ter for the sake of the Race? When
we help this work we help ourselves.
WEBSTER AND THE MAGICIAN
Secretary of State's Clever Retort to
the Joking Remark of Signor
Blitz.
During the presidency of Mr. Tyler
fT bad occasion to call on Daniel Web-
ster. then secretary of state.
Glancing at-my card, he turned
and readily “extended his hand with,
“Welcome. signor! No hocus pecus
among my papers,” covering them
sith bis arms. 7
After explaining to him my object
{ reecived tie required information.
We Jaughed and chatted a few min-
utes, and I was about to retire when
{ mentioned that I was an applicant
for office and hoped I could rely upon
big influence in the matter. :
“You. a magician, an office seeker,
signor?”
“There is only one, sir, I aspire to;
all “there I should refuse without re
gard to their emoluments.”
“Well. aylat one is that?” ‘ques:
Moned the ‘cvert statesman, fn his
deep and pov.rrinl voice. 7
“Counting the treasury notes. Mr.
Webster.”
“The tressiry notes, Signor?”
“Yes, sir You might give me 190.
600 te count snd waich me closely.
bet you would find only 75.00) when
I retarned ther.”
“Signor.” he exclaimed, with lively
animation. “there is no chance for
you: there are better magicians here
than you. For there would not be
75,090 left after their counting’"—
“Life and Adventures of Signor Blitz.”
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preached very inspiring sermons. He
returned on Monday evening and
presided over one of the pleasantest
and most creditable quarterly con-
ferences ever held in the history of
the church, one which was full of
levilisims, thereby showing a deep in-
terest in the work and bringing out
many important points and valuable
information which will prove to be
‘a great help in the promotion of the
work in future. At the, close the
W. M. M. society served a dinner.
Mrs. Emma Peyton and son, of
Durham, N. C., who have been visit-
ing her’ sister,’ Mrs. Bettie Richard-
son, of Cory avenue, for the past
month, returned to their home last
week, leaving behind her subscription
for, the Courier. 7
‘Mrs, Alice Dandridge, of Brushton,
was out to church last Sunday for
the first time since she was so badly
burned, before last Thanksgiving.
‘Her many friends grected her with
gladness. a
Mrs. Anna Himes, of Cenfér street,
left recently for Columbus,"O., for a
short visit.
Those on our sick list are Joseph
Florence and Miss Ester Anthony,
who have had quite a long seige, but
who are now improving; Mrs. Lew
Hawkins, Mrs. Cornelia Walker, Mr.
Dude Simmes,. Mes. Virginia Bass,
©. T. Hamilton, Miss Sadie Goens.
Mirs. Roundtree, of Turtle Creek;
Mrs. M. C. Hamilton and Mrs. Mag-
gie Brown, a former resident ot
Braddock, and a member of the
Cory Avenue A. M. E. church, but
now of Wylie avenue, Pittsburgh.
Me. Mortis, of the Soldiers’ and
Sailors’ Home at Erie, Pa, the
father of Rev, Dr. J. E, Morris, was
in Braddock, Pa. ior a few days, the
guest of his son.
Mrs. Sadie White. of Sixth stheet.
was in Duquesne the latter part of
last week, the house guest of her
aunt. Mrs. Korer.
Mrs. Sarah Weathers, of Center
street. and Mr. Michael Burrell, of
Sixth street, attended the funeral of
Miss Martha Staley, of Sewickley.
Gn Monday, January 20th. Miss
Staley wa- an old resident of Brad-
duck and her death is much regret:
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RANKIN, PA
Mrs, B. Jackson. Mr. Richard
Laney and Miss Sival Stewart at-
tended the wake and spent a very
pleasant afternoon
Mrs. Ruth MBrrisan is still cone
ined te the house with rheumatism
HE WAS wWILLING TO WATCH
Burglar Wanted His Pal to Tackle
the Horse With the “Lead-
ed” Key.
The man vith bis coat collar turned
up, and bis derby pltch-d down over
his eves. wio was siouching along in
the shadow of the building, suddenly
beckoned to the man cn the other
side 0° the street. “Here's an easy
ong, | ov" he growled, hoarsely.
Me oR gm easy one?” snarled
Pew
‘This her house. It's Hke taking
gin {ron a stencgrapher that’s fixin
her noir Some chump has gene away
an’ te:t his latch Key {a this door.”
Pere tock a swift look ct the house
and began to back up, “You can go
to it.” ne said. “I don’t want tn on
len
Are sour nutty?”
“Naw, | anit nutty, Dot de feller
wot fives dere fs a low down sneak
widout no frelin’ fer nobody. an’ I
don't want noghin’ ter do with ‘im.
No. I don't nee him, but‘I'm nest ter
bis game. Ile sticks that key In dere
to ketch su ‘ers tke rou. Dere’s a,
wire on da key, an’ a tillion-volt
battery attached to dat wire. 1
wouldn't touch tt if yér'd gimme de
First Nationa! bank But go abead—
I'll be acrost de street watchin’ wot
happens.”
Nothing happened.
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RENCH plumes, very slightly curl- |
‘ed, and in innumerable varieties:
of colorings, are in high favor.
From 12 to 30 inches in length,
they are used in clusters and singly
on hats big and little. Black, white, |
and all the colors, soft or brillilant,
are brought into use for them. They
all show in many shadings of one col-
or, or cleverly dyed into several colors |
on the same fiue.
Some of the most fascinating ones
are made with one ply mounted over
another in a contrasting color, and
these two over a third. King's blue
and brilliant cerise have been in evi-
dence all over the country, with.q Iib-
eral sprinkling of mustard color™and
all the gold shades and the~hatural
tones. One could not go amiss in
selecting colors.
The day of the narrow plume {s van-
lshing, Every one wants a broad
spread of flues. Natural plumes with
short flues must be used by the manu-
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MOLESKIN COATS IN FAVOR
If Anything, They Have Advanced Th
Popularity Since the Beginning _
ef the Season. 2
Long coats of moleskin are a fad of
the moment, and judging from the
number seen, they will continue in
popularity throughout the season.
They are lovely in color and texture.
The pelts are supple enough . for
graceful handling, but the fur is not
so’ practical as the tougher furs, nor
has it the permanent value of the
more expensive furs.
Coats showing two furs In combina-
tlon are also fashionable. Hudson of
French seal and moleskin In combina-
tion are popular and more effective
than one would imagine. The color-
ing is somber but rich. Long, straight
scarfs and huge muffs made of these
two furs. are very lovely, while mole-
skin combined with ermine in long
coats is beautiful, the soft gray and
white making a most charming effect.
Cloth coats trimmed with moleskin
are very much more to be desired
than those trimmed with a cheaper
fur. These fur trimmed models are
made: in all degrees of richness :and
can be had at prices that suit the
purse of any one buying a handsome
coat.
Hats, motor bonpéis and gowns are
trimmed with the’ soft fur wpich
blends well with almost any color’that
may be selected.
Mending Gloves.
The safest and best way to mend
gloves that have ripped at the seams
or split across the back or palm is
to carefully buttonhole the edges of
the tear with fine silk matching ex-
actly the color of the kid
‘After both sides of the rent’ are
Duttonholed, catch the stitches togeth-
er through the center, cewing over
and over and taking up each stitch.
By using this method the glove will
never teat out again at the same place
It also makes a neat finish.
Lace and Fur.
Macrame is one of the laces which
fs smart and practical in combination
with fur. It is better than the finer
laces for this purpose. and looks very
effective whei mounted over satin of
a brilliant color.\ One very lovely lit-
tle set recentiy fren has more of the
macrame than the fur. It Is a three
Mece set of muff, fancs tied stole and
turban. The lade is over gold colored
satin and thrd Is Just a border of
skunk on euch Sf the three articles,
z
=n mee Meonnh..
In every collection of beautiful or-
namepts the bar brooch finds a place.
It is very long and absolutely rigid.
I: is ornamented in various ways.
One pattern is set closely with em-
eralds and rubies alternating.
‘Another [s a flashing rivulet of bril-
Mants from end to end
‘A third bas a large pearl in the
center. flanked by pearls of dwindling
sizes. to the tiniest possible gems at
the ends.
‘Then, again, there.js the absolutely
plan gold bar brqoch, which 1s used
for various purposts, from fixing ‘the
squash hat in its place to secufing the
one-sided jabot
Home-Made Brooches.
‘The peculiarity of the side frill or
lapel that needs a pen to hold ft in
place bas brought about the use of
many ornamental brooches. One of
the newest of these is made of gold
braid with: colored beads for the cen-
ter. Arid any girl can make such &
brooch. Disks of gold braid sewed to-
gether and centered with jewels or
beads of desirable colorings make up
Lace and Fur.
facturers for mode pieces known af
“ostrich fancies.” The process of
tying the flues:(so much the vogue in
willow plumes), has led to many new
effects in tied feathers and has come
to stay. ®
Wregths and pompans, crown \ Soe
ers, bands and fancy upstanding
provide an outlet for the use of nar-
row plumes, 7
The distinguishing-feature in the
‘use of trimmings at present les in the
abundance of one kind of trimming on &
‘shape. Three to six long plumes deco-
rate big picture hats, But do not con-
‘cpet the lovely lines of the shapes on
which they are mounted, Short plumes
are used in clusters in which four oF
five ina group may be confidently
looked for on a good model. But their
purchase fs not extravagance, because
good plumes are durable and may be
cleaned or dyed. They are therefore
useful for many seasons. “
JULIA BOTTOMLEY.
Oe
HOME DRESS
. bite’
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1a } |
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A very charming little dress this in
gray cashmere. The cut of the skirt
§s novel and pretty. The lower part
of the right alde wrapping over the
left, where it is ornamented with but-
tons. A strip of embroidery galloon of
Oriental colorings is carried down cen-
ter front.
The bodice, which is Magyar in style,
ig trimmed to correspond with skirt;
the small round yoke is of spotted
net. The sleeves are trimmed“aith
|galioon and finished with frills of lace.
Materials required: Four and one-
halt yards 46-inches wide, three yards
'galloon, 11 buttons, one-balf yard spot-
jted net 18 inches wide.
pecromnellA battle ship is your
best ambassador.
OS
jeasily. All sorts of shapes are given
them and often pendants are added to
tarnished gold buttons, of passemen-
terle ornaments or of beads or Jew-
els. The brooches have strong safety
ping sewed on at the back.
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| Removing Stains.
Stains may be removed, even from
the most delicately colored gloves, by
suspending them for a day in an at
mosphere of ammonia Provide a
tall glass cylinder, In the bottom of
which place strong aqua ammonis,
Be careful to remove from the sides
of the Jar any ammonia that may have
deen spattered upon them. Suspend
the gloves to the stopper in the Jar.
They must not come in contact with
the liquid.
Has Poor Opinion of Tripoll.
A Cleveland man who Mas. toured
the Barbary states says if he owned
‘Tripoli he would trade tt for a yellow
dog and then feed the dog toadstoola
‘Which ts forcible if mot eloqeemt-—
meen ane 0
pebeeterestenreneenepites animanniietanes iinterniammanndivientsimnubsialnaininaingeman,”
Sate ne ee
—— ———_———_———
National Religious Training |
D qua
extends a cordial greeting to the ministers of all desom- x
Inations to be guests of the School for one. week, begin-
ning July 6, 1912, for the purpose of discussing the fol-
lowing and kindred questions: |
What is the moral condition of the people in your com- :
manity?
ie-crime on the increase? If not, what was the cause of
ite réduction?
What Is the sanitary condition? What effort, if any, has
‘Been Foade to Improve the sanitary condition?
Is the death rate Increasing? |
To what pxtent do you co-operate with the Civic Improve. .
ment Leagues? .
Has settlergent work- been conducted to any extent.in = (V/
your community, and with what results? oe
What has been the effect of Temperance’ Organizations,
‘land have you cooperated with them?
To what extent has the work of the Y. MC. A. and ~
Y. W. ©. A. been effective in your community? Do
___ You approve them? a ms é
What is the general fitness of she city and country
schoo! teacher? 2 aA
What has been the attitude of the day-schoo! teacher
toward the Church and Sunday School?
What is the real religisus condition of your peéple? Re-
vivals, how conducted?
ee Zo \
A minjatars who integd ahending this Conference
should make it known at’an early date, addressing the.
President, so that reservation can be made for them.
"The Summer Schoo! and Chautauqua of the National
Religious Training School wilt open July 3, 1912, ahd con-
a“ tinue for six weeks. The most complete-and most up-to
date Summer School for the Colored Race in the United
States. For particulars and terms address >
c
President JAMES E. SHEPARD
DURHAM, N. C.
HATS TRIMMED 50¢ HATS MADE $1.50 to $2.00
The Place to Get Good Looking Hats at a Reasonable Price is
- : 9 =" z 3
Mrs Bessie Hill's, Millers
2227 Centre Avenue Open Evenings
Full Line of Fashionable Neckwear
“Right Training Is |
Better Than Riches”
Character Building, Domestic Science, Vocal and |
Instrumental MusicZare offered Colored Girls be-
tween the ages 4 to 16 at the
-Jenkins Indastrial Home For Colored Girls
2013 FIFTH AVENUE, NEAR SENACA ST.
PITTSBURGH, PA.
NEW LOCATION NEW FIXTURES.
MRS. L. W. JENKINS, Manager
_ Write For Folder of Iafermation 7
AND AUTOMOBILE SCHOOL ==
Affords protection to those that are seeking employment to strangers of
old citizens.. We 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 IN 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 doflars on time will insure you
a lifetime 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
dollar prepaid in advance.
Our Store Department
Here you will find a complete line of important post cards and notions
of all kinds. Novelties for every holiday. Reymer’s candies, laundry,
magazines, papers of all kind, leading colored churches on postcards.
Eleven years in one block on Wylie ‘avenue, is our record.
General Agents For The Pittsburgh Courier
Subscriptions Keceived Here
Imperial Auto Employment
and NewsStand
1310 Wytie Avenue, Pittsburgh, Pa.
Knew Her Place.
“Are you a friend of the greom's
family 7" asked the usher at the church
wedding. “I think not.” replied the
lady addressed; “I'm the mother of
the bride."—Yonkers Statesman.
On to His Job.
Waiter (to aviator who bas fallen
m the Tool of » botel)—Wapt «
pom, sir? we
ree
Se en eee
Sanerkraut, we are Sow assured,
contains the longevity germ, and ts
the proper food for man. Now a good
word for the frankfort that bolés tt
Not to Avold Debt. ,
One way to’avold publicity and at
wation is to become a bridegroom. —
Toveka Canitsl
AMONG THE CHURCHES
ALE CHURCH NOTES MUST BEAT Ret-Dr. C: Hi. Joinson ts sie
(HE OFFICE BY WEDNESDAY OF cessiul pastor, The meeting res
EACH WEEK TO BE PUBLISHED {fe ghoutone hundred | souls
UNGER THIS HEAD. : |" January 21s: Dr. Holder preaci
JOHN WESLEY [i ‘Ming took sides tor Ceri
fap agate Tanusey (24 °De Ei
LAE UW Ci arcdtts a tall house. Fol
|sace be Helge. Sts note
as are C. Hosokawa A due
«By Alma.) pane x Rey. Dr. and Mrs.
Sunday, February 4. will be fhe
monthly communion services. Preaci
lag morning and evening by the pas
tor, Dr. W. 1. Lee. At 2 o'clock the
Dauzhters of Conference will render
& special program. Music bs,the V.
C.'B.choir.. Mrs. Hearietta Webster.
president: 1da J. Tavlor. secretary
‘Two soulstirring sermons. were
preached by Dr. Lee last Sunday. One
person joinéd the ehtreh at the morn-
Ing service. The V. C. E. society
was crowded as usual, Mir. Mulligan
Ted the missicnary topic. An inter-
geting uddreas was listened to bs Mr.
Farrington. a native of the West In-
dian Islandg. Mra. Doblins and Mrs.
Sackton sang a beautiful duet, _ Mr.
Johnéon, ceacber of Bible class No. 2.
‘and chairman of thé Bhdeavor Pray-
er meeting committee, has arranged 2
program-for 3:30 p. m, Sunday, Feb-
Tuary 11. The participants will be
Inembére*from the class and commit:
fee. Leap sear socials are‘being. held
in abundance. The ¥. W. M.S. wil
have one at ti residence 6t. Mrs.
Minnfe Hines, 7Q>Dutl street, Thors
day evening, February 15. A debate
between several ladies will be one of
the pleusing features of the evening.
Resolved: “That a woman hes 2
Tight to ask a man to marry ber.”
ies Buale Wiliams is presigent and
es Ida Tyler, secretary. Quite an
interest is taken in the “Three Cent”
rally of the W. H. and F. Missionars
Soslets, Sunday, February 25, 3 p.m.
SSRemember {be Bell social at the res-
faence of Mrs. M. V. Brandon, Feb-
ruary 8.
‘Mrs. Geo. Wesly of 21 Flora“street,
4s improving. ¥
Nerth Side Pittaburg, Pa.
(By C_N. Collins.)
‘The services at Brown Chapel
church fast Sabbath were very Impres-
Sive and spiritual, ‘Dr. Morris filled
the pifipit morning and evening and
delivered (wo soulstirring and up-
lifting sermons to a large and appre-
ciative congresation. ‘There was
wonderdul time manifestea. ‘Tha
ebureh Js truiy moving on, The re-
Sival bas been very successful. The
members have beey revived and many
souls have accepted Christ. There
have been some wonderful conver-
sions. Rev. Dr. Holder of the Metro-
politan Baptist church. North Side.
Rnd Rev. Brown of Ohio. attended the
Fevival services on Tuesday evening.
gs, Blizabern, Prror ‘of McKees-
port and Mrs, Bazier of Allen Chapel,
North Side, were among the many
TisllOes at morning services last Sab-
vath at Brown Chapel.
Mrs. Irene AskgW and Mrs. Isabel
‘Tanner Temple, ‘attended evening
gervicrs, eZ
‘Mes. Margret Wiley is quite iM with
pneumonia.
‘Miss Carrle Robinson, an inmate at
the Old Ladies Home. is improving,
‘Str. and Mrs. James Poovey enter-
tained Rov. and Mrs. R. H, Morris at
6 o'clock dinner on inst Wednesday.
Sirs, Georzetta Collins, mother of
Mies Carri Co'lins and Mrs. Lizzie
L. Mortis. is quite ill at the home of
Mrs, Morris, 35 Mayflower street, East
Ent.
Mis. Lizzie Throvall of Bellevue, is
still in the hospital.
Mrs. Fairfas’ of Stewars street,
North Side, is reported beizer at this
writin.
Ger notes at office by Wednesday
poon.—Manager.
Bethel A. M. E, Church
Services last Sabbath were Impres:
ive. edifying and well attended. The
fio’ discourses welivered bs our pay
{oo Reve Seott, were Beautifully pre
teitea aad very touching: Up to tbe
resent over GO. persong have given
Bele nearts 10 God. and have joined
te Thaton revival servies open,in Beth
Ue a Mlondgy evening, February” Sth
St whieh tide Warren 3, B, Ebenezer
Bapet, Jona Wesley aud Bethel with
thar chotrs wil unite forces. in the
Used work of winning ‘souls for
Chain Revs J. G- Robinson, the able
Ceangetist, wilt recurn for these meet
fae The ‘Teacher Traluing elses
meets every: Priday. evening. RE.
Scott ig the preceptor and. will con
Guct a written examination in a week
Orso, ‘The Bibje clase of tbe Sundar
Stnoot is preparing to give a. unique
envertainment immediately after 1
Strat closes
‘The Chasity club of this church fs
aging 4 marvelous work, is officers
See publicly ingtatied at the, evening
fice on 2ast Sunday.
Besioging the second Sunday in
Margh, the monthly sacred concerts
Mii'be resumed: an elaborate pro
Bram fs being arranged. including a
Sumber uy the Browne chapel arches
Thor" on nexc Sanath. evening the
order of Bike will worship with Us
Sud will give a sacred concert, It is
theie’ pleseure to make. an especial
contribution in return and {a argrecta
Com of especial words and Kindnestes
Denioned ‘upon tbe pour fend
pastor Her P. A. Scot The recital
Biven last Tuesday. was a wondrous
Success, well attended and high class
rive tevite all to come, worship with
Jad join us and assure you that You
Sil be greeted with a warm, cordial
and of’ welcome, such ae only” our
ee REC set Gan aie
North ‘Side, Pittsburg, Pa.
(Rev. fames H. Holder. D. D.. Pastor)
The old mother church at te west
end of the Kesstone state fs Itiog UR
her bead through the mapy odds that
have for several months hindered her
progfess, Eversthing around her looks
Jorg optomistic vince thé buruing of
ougpulaine “ue bulding commltice
‘the keys over to the trast
with eversthing In. good shape, pre
Teutiog to the public ove of the’ moat
Deauifully adecoraled and” unique
ehureh bousds of tho race. Our pes-
tor bas just returned from Boston,
Masa, where he conducted ove of the
reatest rerivals-in the history of the
Su Paul Baptist church of that city.
"Pe COURIER.
|Ret-Dr. C: BH. Joknson is tieir suce
ceseiul pastor, Tae meeting resulted
fn aout one hundred souls eing
saved.
January 21s: Dr. Holder preacized 0
Jover five hundred women :a a specia"
meeting. It was indeed a great ser¥-
igo, Many took sides tor Cheist. Fri
day nigit, January 25, Dr. Holde:
Jectized to a full house. Follosins
the lecture was a quarte: compasel
OC Rev. Dr. Holder. ties. Holder, Dr.
and Mrs. C. H. Johnson. A due: was
fendered by Rev. Dr. and Mrs. J, H.
Holder, entitled “Hope Beyond.” Sirs
‘Holdgr was called forward and pre-
send with 2 geautiful bouquet as
the people's tokgn of respect for her
axcellent service on he program. On
Tuesday night, last week, the good
members and friends of Dz, Johnson's
church visited the parsonage in a
surprise to Kev. and Mrs. Holder.
They loaded the table down wish many
good things as tokens of their respect.
Among the many tokens to. Dr. Hok
Ger were ahirts, collars, ties, hand:
Kerchiefs, a hat, ete. Mrs. Hotder and
little Margaret were loaded down with
dress goods, patterns, fancy work, a
fine ‘tat, clothing for the ittle girl,
fancy candis and many articles of
Calue to the family. Oa Friday night,
January 26, Rev. Dr. and rs., Holder
‘were accompanied to the rain by the
pastor, le wife and a host of the
frembers and friends of his church.
Dr. and. Mrs, Holder visited many
Batol potats wale fa, the Hub
ty,
‘Dr. Johtigon Is making a grand rec-
rd mit the od lonees ‘St. Paul
Baptist dearch, which has passed the
one hundred and eight sear mark,
‘Dr. Holder will speak next Sunday
morning on “The. Main Question at
igmue Our rerial wi ake ig
ring the middie of February, 1912.
‘The pastor expresses much regret for
aot getting the information io time
to offielate in the funeral of Sister
Mollie Johnson, ‘who died while he
was In Boston. He feels the loss of a
faithful member and the loss of the
{nfluence of a staunch christian and &
flgantic supporter of his admaistra
tlon and chureb. 3
Deacon W. R. Wiley is improving.
MreKatherine Green is very ill 1a
hér home in Manchester
George Whike' Is. stiil ill in the Al
legheny hospital.
Dr. Holder begins on his series of
sermong Sunday juorning, Exersb0ds
eeeey oar the Airet and the last.
MT. ARARAT BAPTIST CHURCH
—>
(ay sire, Tabon
Last Sunday moraing he faith
fen were out to church, The pastor
(Sok Yor his text Rev. 20:4. Subject
‘GF tke work on forehead and hand,
the Lord wooween sha wich is His
Tite pastor delivered an able sermon
and “pave. a full explanation of his
subject whieh ail enjosed. In the
trening quite a few were present and
the pastor spoke from Rev. s:2021 Im
bn interesting manner.
‘at tne morting service Sister A. B.
weet nasi ove midat fo the interest
or the aged micisters' home.
MT. CAVARY BAPTIST CHURCH
(By Rev. Bruce, ¥
Sabbath schooi progress. uader the
eSabbatn sete Erimendene Warr?
deaderante ot crafeing New mea
path e Saded nearly every. Sunda
bere re deeds atend, This serv"
ae eid’ ac iu a: my each. Sabbath
Hes ee A marie trom Rev, James
Sah pee eee
obinso it ge wir as agin on Sa
By, Hynes at the ame: hour,
aoe, Feed caraoit i hoped for. Rev.
SS a area ued tar At the
Ninn Davy bar rate chee te
See ae comer ot HE aad
Os ee Pious all
St. Paul A.M.E. Church
south Side
fie sanes ot mernas tn bares
ac ht SOhS Goanving satucary etect
BSE ite and’ prosper at" the
Sone eS be Tak, Ries tb de
Gatch ghee’ aoutellriag. sermons
with gratifying results. Rev, T. E.
Se sees oa pal and
Wilson, Pussorber of St, Pauls mem
Seettat caged quarietly meeting at
Seren seo a, Twmientners Wake
ASET|s EIEN, Sla'Sonuey avcernoea
Ae Peesabet tas peesret aod Tho
A tse caeiaeccioey eore, Intpiios
sermon and Frye Wakefield has
ad pelatetioe and a well appointed
to ae eeshinn aeetings. wil
gig
oe Sara BarnaUe’
‘Th> rally for the few church which
the Stewardess Board held last Sun-
day was a success. In spite of the
cold weather a good crowd attended
ait day. The members and many
friends that attend the church, se
the real need of a iarger building and
2 better location for when the mit:
ister is making his strongest appeals
the locomotives ar2 noisely passing.
A larze number 0: people are moyins
out of the city every year and are
Spreading Zion ou: The Christian
Endeavor (s wells attended by | the
young people. The pastor. Rev. W;
fams, well safd, “Stand siill and see
the salvation of the Lord.” He has
deen standing six years and the Lord
is sending the blessing, Little Dor-
othey Smooth of Charti2rs sireet. Es
Wott, celebrated er second birthday.
The first of a series of monthiy
meetings, under tie auspices of the
Bible clase ot “Ebenezer Baptist
church, owas held at the church Sun
day. January 25, at 3 o'cck p.m. The
clase was out in full force atl ihere
were also present a lane DEcIver of
friends and. visiors.
Plane of the Class.
The Ebeneze: Bible class 's tbe
targest in the eliY, and sts wonderful
growth is due largely (0 the zealous
fork and untiring efforts of its teach
tr dohn S.SMortoh. ‘The ciass is do:
fog a wonderful work along undenom'.
tational lings. and the plans that it
has mapped out for the present year
cannot nelp duc wield a great infu:
cnce for good among the colored peo-
ple throughout the City of Pittsburgh.
The purpose of the class is to reach
every man, woman and cbild who is
not connected actively with some
church yr Sunday school in the cits
of Pittsdyreh. and if possible, encour-
Ske sheaf to renew “their pledges,
Tivre afe hundreds of men and
Nomen, wo, be‘ore coming to Pitts
Sureh, were ardent Christians and
chureh Workers, but since. arriving
Srre have become careless or neglect:
‘il of their duties and have wandered
away tom the church. Ie fs the i
Teation of this Bibie class (0 reach
these people: find out ro what denom-
Ination they belong, notify the pastors
of the churches of their particular
denominations. and thea keep in- real
Christan service. Then there are
hundreds of littie children who for
Taek of clothing cannot attend Sunday
Sehoot: it is the purpose of this class
io bunt up euch etildren, suppl them
With proper, clothing. help. th cpar-
ents im whatever way thet can, and
start the little ones to Sunda’ scnool,
The work of the class will not eved
end there, for they Intend to keep 1
Touch. with these children and. their
parents to see that they donot lose
Courage ‘and’ fall back to their old
wave. | The class solicits the co opst-
ition of every church and Christian
Organization in the city of Pittsburgh
nd let us hope that they will rally to
this eail for Christian help.
‘An Influential Mar.
The meeting last Sunday was called
to order by John Morton, and after
2 twenty-minute "song. service, Me.
Coulson read the loth chap. of St.
Soha and favoked the Divine blessing
of the Almighty upon all those pres:
eat. Mr. Morton then, in a few wel>
Chosen words, expressed. the thanks
and appreciation of the Bible class to
the members and employes of the
Pittsburgh Plate Glass Company for
the honor Said them by thelr pres-
ence and for the material Interest and
encouragement the company end its
emploves here manifested from time
to time in the church. He then in-
troduced W. L. Cleuse, president of
the company, who spoke for about
five ‘binutes, complimenting the clase
Upoa ite large membership and on
the good work planned for the pret
ent fear, He aleo spoke in glowing
ferme of thelr teacher, MF. Slorton,
saying that if they followed bls exam-
ple, the Tnduence of the Bible-<ass
and of the. church would be Yelt
throughout the entire colored popula:
tion of Pittsburea, and besond. Bvery-
bod. he sald, who would come in con-
tact with them, az be and his 29so-
clates nad come in contract with Mr.
Storton from day to das, was bound
to feel hie great influence for g00d.
Success in Service.
The second speaker vay Mr. Tush
ingoaim, city teket agent for the
Peunsvivania: R. Re. Co,, a member of
the committee of the Forward Mover
mentfor Sten and Boys, and a Mis-
Slonary worker, himself supporting
three imiesions.” one each in Atrica,
india and "China, Mr. Tushingham
took as bls subject “Success in, Serv
tee.” using as his text the Acts{ot the
Apostles. it. He said im pat that
we shonid ail desire to be successful
Christians; in. peofessiong, in busi}
ness. in trade, {a evervthing thft oc:
curs in this ie, we approve of the
man who endeavors to make suc
cess of it, and the lazy man—we have
ho use for him, So ought to be, the
ambition of every one of Us to lead a
successful Christian life, ip. let our
light so shine that it may""e a beacon
for some man or woman groping and
trsing for the” Judgment, that. thes
may not stumile and mies the way.
“The meeting. will Jong” be remem-
ered by all those present, as no one
could but fee a tile hangin, aie
stronger it the faith for @hving been
BISHOPS’ COUNCIL NOTES.
Baltimore Preparing For Important
Event to Be Held In February.
aa the tn epproacaea forthe sect
anhbat eetiog of the bishops coo
See eae stekodie Polscope
See ul tke many ape
Suet which the couvell tq 10. com
Mict becomes more ronounced. “To
oer or rata
Co rae
Bit i the niguly esteemed peor
It Is expected that not only the bisb-
‘ops which compose the council will be
present, but all of the general Odicers
rem, ie tutes cal eres fale
Se ee tad pemnee wr
Be era ae ake
tcadance "The opealag seston, of
seeeeanet will be bent a Thedsy
ae eae eend of e week acl, ah
former ssouneed
met soania aby blag made fort
eee a tasaeer in bone o
borne pimp
rhe opentag day. Members of the
denomination in Baltimore without re-
senate church is which toy bare
Fee Oe ae al egapeesy wie
Dr. HUI and the members of Bethel in
Be tre taaquet coe of the mow
per Ee ynieea rar
a cit mectag of carmen
‘aitinore fs Soed for the bopialt
of its people in religious and social af-
Se ee ee an foam
Be Se ae sacs tb
seat ane prevest at toe Dante
‘will have the opportunity of verifying
Ser lenge npr
tte aa pment crater val 4
Bul he ee tases uae a a
si ce of ton concoce od
Season ie Keay fom ow
Biene cooreutagh the geueral confer
th the cgneeatig 9
2A Discegning Person.
‘Mra. “Martin’s‘fnew parlormald, Su-
sam, appears to be not only extremely
well trained and all tt @ correct
parlormaid ‘i vuld be bu also a young
woman of unusual penetration, When
Mra. Martin's acquaintance, Mrs. Da-
vis, comes to call on afternoons, Susan
ascends the stairs. to ‘er mistress’
room and declares to that rather as
tonished lady that “Mrs. Davis, one
of the gentry fs In the dmwing room.”
On the otf r band wh « Mr. Smub.
the book agent. or Mr. Jones. the
plano tuner, rings tbe fr-nt door bell
and sends ur a.catd. Suan {s not to
be deceived, and announces, “Mr.
Jones or Mr. Smith. not one of the
Bentry!” Mra Martin 1s at a loss to
account for these distinctions,
But Not In Real Money.
Exery town bas a millionaire, and
wome ‘of them are really worth as
puch as $20,000—Topeka Capital
Ostrich and Cassowary.
‘The black ostrich stands seven feet
high. Its speed is that of a horse,
and it can easily carry a man The
cassowary is as large, but has = short
or neck.
THE FULLNESS
OF ‘SYMPATHY
A Sermon?
| Members of the gentler sex will be
surprised, no doubt, to be told thal
men are as sympathetic as Foret
|The explanation of such an unusual
‘assertion 1s that the virtuo of sym
' pathy has been divided into two parts.
one of which bas been appropriated
by women, and the other has fallen tc
‘the men. Men do not receive credit
[ie ee ants tas toe teserer
because it has been generally ascumet
that women's half of the virtue of 6ym-
Dechy ie the whole virtue.
pathy means, of course, fellow:
teellug. To be sympathetic ta to share
the emotions of another, to experience
the kind of feeling that another is un
dergolng. ‘There Is no reason,\hos-
fever, Why we stould share in but sim
fe clase of the feelings common tc
our nature, To sympathize with an
other is to associate oneselt with all
of his emotions and sensibilities, vot
aa matter of fact we are accustomed,
most of us, to feel for our friends and
neighbors and with them in only #
part of thelr experiences, namely
those included under the general head
of trouble, sorrow, need, sickness ot
some simfiar adversity.
It te easy to understand how sym
pathy has thus come to be a one-sided
virtue. We feel, all of us, that out
friends need us In time of sorrow and
distress, such experiences constituting
‘2 vold to be somehow filled up, and
we know, all of us, that expressiont
of sorrow and concern bring comfort
‘and consolation to our afficted
frends a8 to.un when wo Qo ia tow
ble.
Becauso the burden of the work's
suffering resta chiefly on woman, tt it
atural that he abould fool this ap
deal of sorrow and grief, and that abe
Mould respond to ft preeminently
The post speaks for the race whet
he epostrophizes woman as “a minis
tering angel when pain and angulst
wring the brow.” In comparison witt
her men fs dumb and {nsensate in the
presence of sorrow and suffering. Mer
Eladly leave this side of life, the vis
{ts of “sympathy” and tho letters of
condolence, to the women, and thes
skill and Adeips. *
iin ovine howover, tt autering
ts only half, for most of us less thar
half, of life. Man is born to work
mare even than to trouble, Labor an¢
toll fs the normal lot of man, and while
the world does not reallze’ It, sym
pathy with a man, meaning feeling
ith a man, in his ordinary lite work.
which invoives dificulties and triaic
fd needs of te own, suite
Imporeant and quite ag/ practically
helpful as sympathy for's man in his
gecasionsl domestic or personal sor
‘And Uhis positive side of the virtue
‘of sympathy, couslating In sa tntelll
‘gent appreciation of the gemadds of
dne's recoguition of a perfon's gaint
see success, the prompt cutgolng 0!
pleasure and gratification at his signal
{rlumphs and notable achievements, le
& distinctly masculine characterisite
‘Woman, as such lacks this active
sirile, forceful sympathy, this read-
‘iness to rejoice with those who have
cause for rejolelog to the ordinary af
{airs of life, There are numerous ex
Esstions of course, but the rule ls that
pis the woman Whe sts ett
“ima so sorry for you." while it 1s the
man who sass Deartily, “I congratu
late you.”
Tt fe natural, again, that men shoulé
be the ones to exercise this positive
ilde of the ministry-of sympathy. Just
ts women must weep, so°men must
ork. Naturally, therefore, ft is the
ten who are quick to recognize ané
feapond to this pgsticular need of
human nature, this craving for humas
fellowship in’ the oxfal experiences
af life. It ts doubtful, indeed, wheth:
er men are fully conscious of the ee
ential helpfulness of thelr attitude
sd actions thle respect, but for
tunately for all concerned it is in-
atinctive with them to appreciate the
Hguiftcance of good, faithful, effective
trork, to experience pleasure and grat-
ifeation over success and victory and
to give outward expression of thelt
feelings to thelr friends and. assoc!-
ites. “Such congratulations, of felicita.
‘Tons, are a form of fellow-feeling, and
they are as much part of the virtue of
jympathy as commineration and condo-
‘ence.
it ought not to be necessary to elab-
arate the pont hag erianry work
yeeds recognition aid appreciation no
less than human sorrow and suffer.
| ng, Just as nature abbors a vacuum,
Jo humen nature abbors the vacuum
[3t complete isolation in its work.
| Jome men appear entirely independ.
| int and eclf-sutclent, Indeed, but tt
@ extremely doubtful whether there
Jeet lived a normal human belng wbo
| was ‘not secretly gratified «and
\Ntrengthened. and exalted by tip ap-
Sroving comments of those competent
| :o pase upon the merits of bis work.
| Nobody capable of doling good work
‘jecldes effusive praise or even con:
| stant commendation, but an attitude
“Sf unaffected interest, 90 real that ft
| ini be felt, 0 obvious that it does
‘aot need to be expressed at erery
Lee ee tO Oe eee ten an ant
A DISQUIETING INFLUENCE,
[A former resident of Marsball, Mo,
os asking about the old town.
“T understand they have z curfew
‘aw out there now,” be soft
xo" hla Informent answered! "they
1g bave ove, Dut they've abandoned
-
‘wnat was the matter’?
swell, the dell rang at 9 o'clock,
nd almos: everybody complained that
woke them up."—Bt Louie Post Dis
aah:
man being; it adds wings to bis bande
and feet and lifts him above bimeel
‘end his natural powers.
Wo are socla! beings, designed te
Uso with our kind, Infuencing them
influenced by them, and, whether we
will or no, we are dependent upon out
fellows for much that make life wortt
Uring. We do our best in the pree
ence of others, our very best in the
presence of those we lore and honor
Give, us a friendly, cordial, sympathet
fe audience and we will’ outdo our
selvee—our natural selves. But put
us in a solitary treadmill and we will
only turn a crank, and that more an¢
more slowly. v
Because we are thus members, one
‘of another, and dependent far more
than We realize on the judgments and
feelings of our fellows that those per
sons Who cannot feel with others. and
for others in the ordinary experiences
of Ife, with tts mingled joys and sor
rows, have no place at the theater, of
‘at commencements, or in the forum.
or tn the pew, or in the store, or tp
‘& home, or anywhere else Indeed in 2
world whose Inhabitants have been
made sensitive to praise and censure
‘and responsive to interest and con
corm.
The moral of this sermon ts, of
course, that the practical division of
sympathy into two parta ts unnatural
and Infurtous, and that each sex needs
to cultivate that aide of the virtue in
which {t ts naturally deficlept. Men
‘eed to learn to be more symipathetic.
that {s, more tenderly eppreciative of
pain and grief, more patient with
weakness and inability. And women
need to learn to be more, eympathetle,
|. ez more intelligently appreciative
of the demand of work for recognition
and approval, more conscious of the
‘nsatisfactorinoss of solitary triumphs
and lonely grandeure. In this sense,
at loaat, It may be safe to afirm of
the sexes:
“Ine the long years lker must they
grow;
The man be more of woman, she of
man;
He gain tn sweetness and in moral
eight
Nor love the wrestling thews that
throw the world;
She in mental breadth, nor fal! to
childward care,
Nor lose the childlike in the larger
mind.”
There is little iikelthood that any
of uso will be insenalble to the claims
ot sorrow and suffering, however
weak and ineffectual we may feel our
response to be. But there 1s imminent
qaoger’ that through Ignorance ot
thoughtlessness we may withhold
trom our fellows the cup of the wine
af praise, which in the best and trueat
sense doth make glad the heart of
‘man.—John I. Yellott.
THE MISTAKE OF SOME
OF OUR YOURS MEN
Many among the negro young men,
as.a rule, care for nothing other. than
1526 or $30 sult of clothes, a $5 pair
3t shoes and $5 hat—and sometimes 8
full stomach, and not even ® penny
in bis pocket nor any other place
And as to his working qualities,
“there is dgthing to them,” and in
many cases \if asked to work, will
ay: “I don't have to work{' live
aine daye,to the week and sah. of
thom belng Sundays, and shotld }
accept the Job you will bave to bring
‘to me; I cant g0 to the Job.” JA\
the same time some clothing map, 10
company with an officer, is rusdning
him down, and if caught i¢"will be
either clothes or money--and it
would sure be the clothes, and there
this “I Don’t Have to Work” would
stand as naked as e fay bird.
‘Young men, don't you think it t
more manly to make an honest iiving
by the sweat of the brow and have
money in your pgckets, in the bank
ete. than to be one of these “Big }
Don't “Have to Work” fellows? Ot
course you do. °
‘There ts not @ young man with any
spark of pride in him who will even
keep company with a lazy, good-for
nothing fellow who is always run
alng in the opposite direction to that
of work, and bragging at the same
me ‘how easy he can live, althougb
belng nothing more than «straight
ut pauper.
‘Young men, itt yourselves from
this class if there be any of you ip
t; life yourself to higher plains and
‘twill add many rungs to the race
“adder, which is ballt of strong, faith
‘ul and industrious negro men and
women.
Be*S man, young men, or die in an
attempt, and by tho help of our Hear.
dnly Father, we will stand aa the rock
Sibraltar before the rising and set
ding of many more suns.—Paleatine
ee
SATHOLIC CHURCH FOR NEGROES
Atlanta, Ga.—Rey. Father Lissner,
4 prominent Catholic minjster, came
to Atlante from Savannah’a fe® days
ago and 1s @ guest of Father Jackson
in the Saint Anthony parish, West
End, Father Lissner bas been doing
qaiestonaxy work in Africa for several
yeara past and has only recently re-
turned from that country. He ts in
Atlanta for the purpose of organtxini
2 Catholle eburch among the colored
people of the Gate City and this im-
mediate section of the state.
Father Lisaner contemplates the
purchase of a large tract of ground in
pr near Atlanta, upon which there will
de erected building’ for church and
sdicatlonal work among the negroes.
Father Lisener Will be in Atlanta
somig days before he goes back to St
rannab to complete bis arrangements
for bis final removal to Atianta.
TWICE CONyICTED.
Another lawyer's story arrives. We
are told that a man was charged win
picking © pocket the other day and
that when arraigned be pleaded gull
ty. The case went to the jury. bow
over, and the verdict waa not guilty:
And the court’ spoke se follows:
“You don't leave this court without
4 stain on your character. By your
awn confession you are a thief. By
the verdict of the jury you are a tier.”
‘Cleveland Plain Dealer.
CHURCH NOTICES
Bethel A. M. & Church:
Corner Wyle avenue and Elm street.
‘Sunday services 10:30 A. M. and
743 PM.
Sunday Schogl, 12:45 P.M.
Christian Endeavor, 6:30 P. M.
Prayer meeting Wednesday, 8 P. M.
Ccaas meeting, Friday, 8 P.M.
Rew¥P. A. Scott, pastor, residence
95 Elm street. Bell phone 2987 Grant,
WT, AUGUSTINIS EPEOORAL
‘MEBGION. :
219 Jackson &, N. 6 Poe.
~ @unday services, 10:45 & M. amd
Tas P.M
‘Sunday School, 13:30 P.M.
‘Wednesday evening prayer meet
ing, 7:45 P.M.
‘Rev. Scott Wood, priest tm charge
John Wesley A. M. E. Zion Chure, 40
‘Arthur Street.
Preaching Sunday, 11 a. mand 8 p.
m5 Varricks©, B. goelety, 6:20 2. m.
Sunday school, 1:30 p.' m; Drayer
meeting, Wednesday evening; class
meeting, Friday evening; cominunion
services every first Sunday in the
month. Rev. W. L. Lee, pastor.
Bell phone 2293-R Grant, 40 Arthur
_—e *<.
EUCLID AVENUE A. M. E. CHURCH.
Corner Buclld avenue and Harvard
Street, Pittsburg. &
Moraing worship, 10:45 a. m, Sem
day: Sunday scliool, 3:20 p.m; allen
Radexvor League, 6:30 p. m.; evening
Worship, 1:45 ‘Sunday. :
D's. BENTLEY, D. De Pasto
‘Parsonage, B74 Broad sires.
Hours of study, 10000 to 13:60 ML,
lally* except Monsey.
‘Telephone, 1704-8 Highland.
© RODMAN ST. BAPTIST OHUBOR
Rast Gad, Pittsburg, Pa
‘Communion, first Gunday to each
wath, 3p
Pastor's Study st charch trom 18 te
fam
‘Pesching every Gunday, 19:45 @ m
aot 7:5 Bm
Bunday school, 1:30 nm
BY.P.U,en mm
Beats free, All are welorme,
REY. 0. 8, GIMMS, D.D., Pastor,
_62 Thompson street
Bell Phone, $897-W Highland.
i hon ie: GG
Preaching every Sunday, 11 @. m.
and 7:30 p. m.; Sunday school, 2:30
p. m.; Alien Endeavor league, 6:20 p-
m.; prayer meeting, Wednesday, 8. p.
m.’ “Rev. T. Taggart, pastor.
‘Mt. Zion Baptist—Sunday services,
11 a.m. and 7:30 p, m; Sunday school.
2 p. m; communion ‘second Sunday
in each’ month; B. ¥."P. 'U., 6:30 p.
m.; prayer meeting Wednesday, 8 D.
m._ Rev. R. D, Epps, pastor.
Righland Baptist church—Sunday
sorvice, 11 a. m. and 7:30 p.m; com-
munion fourth: Sunday in each month;
Sunday school, 2"p. m.; B. ¥. P. U.
& p. m.; prayer meeting Wednesday,
7:30 p.m. Rev. C. J. Wells, paator.
Rocky Mt. Baptist church—Sunday
services, 11a. m. and 7 p. m.; Suaday
school, 1:30 p. m.; prayer’ meeting
Wednesday night; communion every
third Sunday in month, Rev. J. H:
Brown, pastor.
GRACE MEMORIAL PRESBYTERIAN
‘CHURCH
Preaching at 11a. m. and 8 p. m.
Sunday school at 1p. m.
Young people's Christian Endeavor,
7p. m.
Wedngeday night prayer meeting, 8
p.m. -
REY. CHAS. HENRY TRUSTY, D. D,
‘Pastor.
2 Brown's Chapel. *
Services at Brown's Chapel A. M.
E. church, Hemlock and Boyle
streets, North Side.
‘Sundays—Morning service, 10.30:
Sunday school, 2:00 p. m.; Christian
Endeavor, 6:30 to 7:45 p. m; even
Ing service, 7:45.
‘Wednesday—Praser meeting 8 p.m.
REV. RH. MORRIS,
‘Fest.
WAYMEN A. M. E. CHURCH.
Preston Avenue.
Services. every Lord's day at 10:40
a.m. and 8 p. m.; Sunday school,
10 am. Seats free. All welcome.
Prayer meeting Wednesday at 8 p.m.
‘REV. E. N. THOMAS, Pastor.
335 Monroe avenue, Belevue, Pa.
WARREN M. E. CHURCH
Center avenue and Watt street
Rev. BA. Virgil, Pastor.
Telephone; 1148-R Scheniey
Preaching, Sunday, 11 a. m.
Sunday school, 2 p. m.
Epworth Leagve, 6p. m.
Evening service, 7:45 p.m.
Prayer meeting every Wednesday
evening.
‘Trustees’ meeting the second and
fourth Monday nights of each month.
gaa ddecllt
A.M. E. Zion Chureh.
Services every Sunday at.'11:20.
evening 8:00, Sunday school 12:30,
Mterary every Tuesday at" 8:00 p.m
Rev. Ware, pastor.
ALLEN CHAPEL A. 3 E. CHURCH
North Side, Pittsburs.
| Morning worship, 10:45 am.
Clase 12 m.
| Sunday school, 2 p. m.
ACC. EB. League, 6:20 p. m.
Evening worship, 7:45 p. m.
Wednesday night. prayer meeting. ~
‘All are invited to attend.
"REV. E. R. BAZSER, Pastor.
Homewood A. M. E. Zion Church,
Tioge and. Dumferline. erecta
fev. J. Me Davis, Pastor
qe eericesattnin 1 7 9m
cing People's mating, 7
Be ence 3:90 pe ‘piper moss
nga, Wednaetay, # p,m. Cuuss mest
fing. Friday evening.” Visitors eocdialy
weome.
UNIONTOWN, Pa.
ML Olivet Baptist | Chureh—Rev.
‘Thompson, pestor—Preachag at 10:45
Am; Sanday school at 3:90 mm;
BLY. P. U. af 6:90 p. m, and preach
ing at 1:5 pm
Bice A.M. R church—Rer. J. ©
Pom, pastor—Presching, 1066 & mj
fener scbek 1:20 9s CB ww
cloty, 6:80. m.; preaching, 7:45 Bm
Mt Rose Baptist aberch—er.
‘Themes Ford, paster—Presshing
16:65 a ma; Sunday onbeol $:59 &
ma; BY. PU, 6:00 pm; presehiog
wpm SF ue
Y, 3 Ht,
St, Peal AM B church, Rev. W. B
‘Anderson, D. _D. pastor—preacking,
Tose, m; Sunday schoo, 2:38
ma; C. i society, 6:20 pm: Preach
ing 7:45 p.m
|| aood Hope Baptist Church Servioss.
ittyoarth and) Peam Aveane
Sunday school Ht 9:30 a.m.
Preaching. Ii a, m, and 7:30 pm
‘| Bey. P.U.. 69.2
(| Prayer mecting 7:30 to 9 nom,
| wednesday.
| litical toeting. Tharedar, bore
second oh
[Ctareh mebting. Friday, before eo
ond Sumiay, 8 D. mt.
one emer? Barres every econ
gunday at 33. m3,
Wenen's Mlssionary circle, fires
|| tuesday st 8 D. 2.
‘Sanday school teachers’ meeting,
| overy Tuesday from 8 to 9 p.m.
| "All are. welcome.
| Reve TH: G. Messer, D..D..
Pastor, reidence 6109 Dauphin
street, Bast nd.
.|"“Omtice in the church. Hourd, 11 a.
'|m. to 2 p.m, Wednesday and Fri
| aay.
as
| Services at Bethiéhem Baptist Church,
. McKeesport, Pa.
.| Preaching at 11 a m. and § p.m:
| Sabbath school at £ p. m.: BY. P. U.
st 6:30. All aro welcome. Rev. J.
(| R. Saunders, pastor.
at. pauvs AE Church, Mékewe
Preaching at lam, sunday
-| school at 2p. i, Allen's Christan Ea-
|| deavor at 6 p. i and preacting at.
| Soneee ae ew We. Toube, pester.
Glande As U.'&. Cherebs Homentents
C. R. Goggins, pastor=servites 11
a.m and 7:20 p.m. Suniday school,
2:30 p. m:; prayer meeting Wednee-
day evening; literary Tharsday even:
ing
‘The Pedples’ Mission, Wilkinsburg,
order of services—Sunday school* ax
2p. m, the Juvenile Misslonary Dand,
at 3:30 p. m, preaching at 7348 p. m,
Wednesday evening prayer meeting.
ay arene SE ‘
WHEELING, W. VA.
Simpson M. E. Church,, Bott street,
Rev. G. W. W. Jenkins, D. D., pastor—
‘Sunday services, 10:45 a. m: Sunday
‘school, 2:35 p m.; H. B. Clemens su-
perintendent; Epworth lenge, 6:40;
preaching, "7:45.
‘Wayman A. M. E. cbureh, Market
street, Rev. J. T. Farlty, pastor—Sun-
day services, 10:45; class meeting. 12;
Sunday school, 2:30: Christian Ea-
deavor, 6:45; preaching, 7.45.
‘House of Prayer Rescue Honte,
Mother A. Johnson, Sheperdess—Res-
lar services Sunday, Tuesday.
GREENSGURG, PA.
‘The Bethel A. M. E. church—Sun-
@ay school at 9:45 8. m.; morning
service at 10:45 @. m.: in evening
service, 7:45 p.m. Rev. Powell, D.
D., pastor, No. 512 West Otterman
street: Bell phone 337-J.
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Buffalo, N. Y.
(By Mrs, Charity A. Nesbitt Parkes)
The turkey supper held at the resi:
dence of Mt. and Mrs. R. W. Branch.
Willams street, January 25, for the
benefit of Rev. C. A. Saunders, pas:
tor Vine Street A.M. E. chureh, was
quite a success.
‘Willing Workers’ club of the Pot:
ter Street Independedt Congregational
church gave a chicken supper and-dol-
lar search Friday night. It was O.
K., no one being able to find the dol-
lar.
Grant Wilson gave a stag party at
nig residence in Clinton street to the
crew of the Tweatleta Centurs. Those
present were: Messrs, 3. Truchart of
Bultalo, = Elis of Brookisn. N.Y:
Coady of New York elt and King of
New York city. :
Mrs. C.D, Jones of Toronto, Ont.
is visiting ber many friends,” Mrs.
Florence B. Linza entertained 317. and
Mrs. D. Jones at tea Friday even:
ing.
‘Miss E. Elam of Newport News. Va,
ts visiting her uncle, F. Sf. Tecrs.
Mra. Willan Seiten, of Union
street entertained the choir of Micbt
gan Street. Bapust church Friday
evening.
‘A. Woodley of New York cits, en-
route to Hot Springs. Ark, spent 2
eek ‘In Bualo, the guest of bis
Rephew, Dr. Moses, at the residence
of Mr. and Mra. G. H. Chase of
Michigno street. A card’ party was
given in. bis honor. ‘The invited
‘Bueate were: Mra. BE. Linza, rs.
Willlam Shelton, Miss L. Cor, Miss
H. Hedgepath, Mrs. Payne,” Miss
Searr Sra oC. Weat, A. Thompean.
J. Fant ahd J. Mardin. Miss H-
|Hedgepath won the prize. Last Sun-
‘day afternoon at 4 oclock. at Micht-
‘gan Street Baptist church, the Chris:
lan Culture congress was budget Dox
day. The program was asking ques:
tlons. Orie of the questions asked
waa: “Shoujd the responsiblity of
child's i -upon tbe “parents.”
This subjecarew out a very inter-
eating discussion: ‘Those, xbo, took
part were the pastor. Ret. J. E.
Nash, “Mra. M. Talbert. president:
Mr. Jackson, Jay Cox, Mra Campbell,
AY smith and Mr, Jones,
‘Some of the Baffaloens who are on
the alck iiat are Mra. N. Ridley. Mra,
©: Cotten, J. Eggleston, Corbla Har.
Ha, Mrax’K, Hopkins “and W. J-
Trae
The father of Mra N, Warner ts
In the hospital.
‘Major Robinson, aged 29 rears, died
and was bored last Saturday after
‘Doon from Graft’s undertaking Toms,
‘Alex. Brooks, aged 32 years. was
poried” from Bt Lake's A. M. B.
church last Monday.
‘The baby daughter of Mr. and Mra
Edward Davis was baried last Sater.
day sflerncea. {
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 1911
SECRET. SOCIETY NOTICES
GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M.
Seventh Masonic district—Brother John J. Morton, R. W. G. Jr. Wardens and District Deputy Grand Master, 16 Miller street, Pittsburgh, Pa.
Mt. Moriah No. 36—Stated meeting second Thursday each month. Frederic B. Lee, W. M., Edward W. Johnson, secretary.
St. John's No. 50, Sewickley—Stated meeting first Monday each month, Lewis Hallstock, W. M.; J. G. Matta, 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. 87, Beaver Falls—Stated meeting third Saturday each month. Jeneriah Boulding, W. M.; Lewis Ewing, secretary.
St. Cypress No. 13—Wm A. Morrison, W. M.; Nelson J. Mills, secretary. Stated meeting first Thursday. Monongahela No. 56, Monongahela—Wm. Richardson, W. M.; S. E. McPherson, secretary. Stated meeting first Thursday. Victoria No. 60, New Castle—Rev. G. S. Smith, W. M.; W. F. Barbour, secretary. Alma Lodge No. 63, New Castle—L. D. Howard, W. M.; E. J. Dillard, secretary. Stated meeting first Monday. Sheba Lodge No. 64, North Side—Charles Wright, W. M.; Augustus L. Smith, secretary. Stated meetings first and third Thursday.
Oriental Lodge No. 65, North Side-
James R. William, W. M.; Geo. W.
Stephenson, secretary. Stated meet-
ing first Monday.
Golden Shield No. 69, East End-
David D. Richards, W. M.; Win. S.
Lewis, secretary. Sated meeting first
Thursday.
Morning Star No. 71, Carnegie-
John A. Miles, W. M.; D. P. Townes,
secretary. Stated meeting first Mond-
day each month.
Washington No. 77, Washington-
C. A. Strawthers, W. M.; C. W. Jones,
secretary. Stated meeting second
Monday each month.
Monessen No. 79, Monessen—Julius
Smith, W. M.; Ashby Boyer, secretary.
Stated meeting second Thursday each
month.
Eureka No. 83, Bellevue—Stated
communication second Wednesday
each month.
Elizabeth No. 88, Elizabeth—Joseph
Bell, W. M.; Robert A. Batch, secretary.
Stated meeting fourth Tuesday.
Mt. Pisgah No. 91, Uniontown, Pa.
A. P. McClure, W. M.; J. H. Robinson,
secretary. Stated meeting second
Monday each month.
Alpha Lodge No. 92, Pittsburg—
Frank R. Steward, W. M.; Herman
Socks, secretary. Stated meeting
third Tuesday.
Progress Lodge, U. D.—W. S. Jenk-
lins, W. M.; Wm. Washington, secretary.
Stated meeting second Friday.
Auxiliary No. 98, meets third Friday
night of each month.
Asaph Lodge, Connellsville—Meet
ing night first and third Tuesday
alight in the month. Sandy McNeal,
W. M.; James Strange, sec.
Iron City Lodge No. 17, I. B. P. O.
E. W.-Meets, second and fourth
Thursday, Elk Rest, 29 Fulton street.
Chas. Gantt, E. R.; H. E. Brooks, F.
Sec.
North Side Lodge No. 124, I. B. P.
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.; J
esse Harris, F. Sec.
Greater Pittburg Lodge 115, I. B.
P. O. E. W.-Meets first and third
Monday, at Elks Rest, 6487 Frankstown,
avenue, East End. Lema Paxton,
R. E.; B. L. Rose, F. Sec.
Ramesis Lodge 120, I. B. P. O. E.
W.-Meets second and fourth Wednesday
at Elk Rest, 706 Wood street.
Wilkinsburg, Pa. Chas. Boone, E.
R.; H. Edmunds, F. Sec.
Summit Lodge No. 115, I.B. P.O.
E. W.-Meets first and third Friday at
MClure hall, corner Main and
Morgantown 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 Lodge No. 156, Bradford, Pa.-Meets first and third Thursday, 18 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 U. Richards; recorder, Charles Richardson; treasurer, Lewis W. Wagholm; senior warden, James C. Dews; junior warden, Charles Coy; standard bearer, John H. Thornton; sword bearer, Clarence Findley; warder, George Robinson; sentel, Joshua Lincoln; prelate, Rev. C. J. Powell, D. D.; associate prelate, Rev. J. H. Dandridge.
ODD FELLOW&
Meetings of Grand United Order of Odd Fellows in Odd Fellows' hall, Irwin avenue and Jackson street, North Side.
Union Western Star Lodge, No. 1815, first and third Wednesday evening. P. L. Anderson, secretary, 805 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, 1337 Irwin avenue.
Household of Ruth, No. 56, first and third Friday evenings.
Household of Ruth, No. 1784, second and fourth Wednesday evenings. Mrs Byrdie Crankleton, secretary, 1116 Decatur street.
Aheghen, Patrilarchy, No. 11, fourth Monday evening. P. L. Anderson, secretary, 805 West Jefferson street. News items affecting these lodges please mail to The Pittsburgh Courier.
Meeting first and third Tuesdays of each month at New Odd Fellows hall North Side.
James Mason, C. C.
F. A. Wilson, K. of R. B.
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. E.
Gen. J. B. Swetzer Camp, No. 98,
Sons of Veterans, U. S. A. - Meets at
Memorial hall, Fifth avenue, on second
and fourth Friday nights of each month.
New Castle Lodge No. 38, K. of P.,
meets first and third Friday of each
month. Alexander Williams, C. C.;
Commodore Tilden, K. of R. S.
Damon Lodge No. 28, 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 Wed
needays of each month, at Odd Fel
lions' hall. Arthur street.
PAUL GILLETTE, C. C.
I. F. JACKSON, V. C.
ROYAL GRAND NO. $1. 4. OF P.
Meetings second and fourth Wednesdays of each month, at Oda Fellows hall, Arthur street.
PAUL GILLETTE, G. G.
L. P. JACKSON, V. G.
Jericho Lodge, U. D—Stated meetings, every second Friday. R. L Vann, W. M.; J. W. Morgan, secretary.
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 Fellows Hall, corner Wylie and Benton. Frank R. Steward, C. C.; James, A. Baldwin, K. of R. & S.; Jesse W. Harris, M. of F.
Household of Ruth, No. 55—Meets first and third Fridays in each month N. S., Pittsburg, 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 O E ST. LUKES
J. K. Minor council, No. 91, I. O. of St. Luke meets first and third Thursday nights at Thirty-sixth and Butler streets.
No. 257, Eastern Star council, meets first and third Monday nights, at Thirty-sixth and Fultier streets.
St. Elizabeth, No. 504, meets first and third Thursday nights at Odd Fellows' hall, corner Wylie avenue and Benton street.
Richardson's White Rose, No. 725 meets second and fourth Thursday nights.
Zenobia council, No. 766, meets first and third Monday nights.
Keystone council, No. 779, meets second and fourth Monday nights.
Homestead council. No. 60. meets second and fourth Tuesday nights.
second and fourth Tuesday nights.
Barton council, No. 694, Braddock,
meets first and third Tuesday nights.
Gen. J. B. Sweltzer 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 H.
Malta Commandery. No. 19, K. T.—Sir George C. Cochran, Em. Com.; Sfr Samuel P. Buckner, generalissimo; Sir David D. Richards, Capt. Gen.; Sir William S. Lewis, recorder; Sir John T. Thornton, treasurer; Rev. C. J. Powell, D. D., prelate; Rev. J. H. Dandridge, assistant prelate; Sir Herman Socks, organist and musical director—Meets fourth Monday of each month at asylum, 6004 Center avenue, East End.
IRON CITY COUNCIL
Meets every first Monday at Odd Fellows' hall, Wylie and Benton street. J. W. Anderson, secretary; J. T. Dorkins, W. M.
Eather chapter No. 7. Order of the Eastern Star—Stated meeting third Thursday of each month at 6004 Center avenue. Rosa E. Hill, W. M.; Lucille Lewis, secretary.
Naomi Tabernacle No. 39. Daughters of Tabor—Meeting first and third Tuesday night in each month at Reformers hall. Frankstown avenue. East End. Julia Tabb, H. P., 12 Mayflower street. East End; Maggie Moore, V. R., 6S2S Upland street, East End.
McKeasport, Pa
Glittering Diamond-Tabernacle, No. 27, Daughters of Tabor, meets second Tuesday night of each month at 1118 Market street. Lily of the Valley Court of Calla-uta, No. 267, meets first Thursday evening of each month at 1118 Market street.
ELIZABETH, PA.
Wainwright lodge. No. 48. 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 E.
Brother R. E. Pangburn, M. of A.
Brother Charles Henderson, I. G.
Brother George E. Saunders, O. G.
Brother George B. Saunders, M. W.
Brother Charles Preston, Brother
French E. H. Greene. V. C.; Brother
Simmons, trustees. Brother French E.
H. Greene was elected delegate to the
grand lodge.
Advance lodge, No. 2999 of G. U. O. of O. F. election as follows: Guardian, Hiram Simmons; warden, James Barber; noble grand, Oscar Goodrich; vice grand, Frenk Sweeny; worthy chaplain, Rev. John Lotterbury; worthy treasurer, Fred R. Batch; E. S. Ernest Moore; P. S.; Fred R Batch; P. N. G., A. T. Scott, N. F. Joseph K. Burgess; P. N. F. French E. H. Greene; advocate, Jesse Greene; degree lecturers, Fred R. Batch and French E. H. Greene.
WAYNESBURG, PA.
The most 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. Lethwick, 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.
Deborah Tabernacle No. 41. I. O. of T. Daughters of Tabor, meet second and fourth Tuesday night in each month at Odd Fellows hall, corner Beaver and Broad street, Swickley, Pa. Mrs. Mattle F. Bowden, H. P.; Mrs. Martha Anderson, v. P.; Mrs. G. H. Hallard, C. R.; Mrs. R. H. Lee, V. R.; Mrs Lucy Blackson, C T.
Queen Ester Tabernacle No. 516 O. O. of F.
Daughters of Tabor meet the third Tuesday night in each month at Odd Fellows hall, 2207 Wylie avenue. Mrs. S. T. Wilkinson, H. P.; Mrs. L. Wilkinson, V. P.; Mrs. D. Childs, C. R.; Mrs. E. Masley, C. T.
Esther Chapter No. 7, Order of the Eastern Star. Stated meeting third Thursday each month at 6004 Center avenue. Rosa E. Hill, W. M.; Blanche D. Hill, secretary, 2911 Wylie avenue.
DAYTON. O.
Quarterly meeting was observed at Euclid Avenue' A. M. E. church last Sunday, with Presiding Alaster Gilmere present, who preached in the evening. Ira Payton of Washington street is very sick with pneumonia. Mrs. Elizabeth Alston entertained the Ladies' Friday Afternoon club at her home in Washington street last Friday. A number were present and after the meeting was over delicious and bountiful luncheon was served and was much enjoyed. Mrs. McGuider of Sprague street is on the slick list.
The Friday Afternoon Culture club met with Mrs. Alston last Friday. Fourteen members were present, interesting program was rendered, Lunch was served by the hostess, after which the club adjourned to meet with Mrs. Raglan in honor of Mrs. Burnett, who will leave for Topeka. Kan. soon.
Mrs. Sarah, who is in the hospital, is much improved.
Mr. Robinson of Ziegler street and Mrs. Sloan of Monument avenue are among the sick.
The Y. M. C. A. and the Colored Women's league are to celebrate Lincoln's birthday jointly at Zion Baptist church.
The-Union revival meetings are proving very interesting. They are being held this week at the McKinley M. E. church. Next week they are to be held at A. M. Ezion mission. Thomas Clarke of Meade street is seriously ill.
Miss Georgia Anna Pate will entertain the Young People's auxiliary at the home of Miss Sadie Alston in Washington street next Monday evening.
Eaker Street A. M. E. church had the installment of their new trustees last Sunday evening.
Little Miss Katherine Redmond has been sick with a very bad cold.
The colored Ministerial association met at the home of Rev. Alexander in Bush street last Monday morning.
Rush street last Monday morning.
James Guy and his friend from Wilberforce are visiting Rev. and Mrs. Alston and daughters.
Sunday, February 4, will be quarterly day at Eaker Street church.
AKRON O
(By Mary Broady.)
The many friends of Rev. Benj.
Sales were very glad to see him on Sunday at church for the first time since his return from a delightful visit with his parents at Charlottesville, Va.
Miss Rena Davis, a faithful member of the Second Baptist choir, who left several weeks ago for her home in Hagerstown, Md., on account of illness, writes her health is much improved.
Mrs. E. D. W. Bell returned home on Wednesday after spending several weeks visiting relatives in Myersdale, Pa.
Moses Pollard reports a much improved condition of his health since he has been at the home of his sister at Venita, Va.
Mrs. Gambie of Pittsburgh, Pa., who is traveling in the interest of the Pittsburgh Tuberculosis Hospital for Negroes, was given the privilege of explaining the financial needs and the necessity for such a hospital at the close of the Sunday morging service at the Second Baptist church. As she was not expected by the congregation, only $5 was raised, which was highly appreciated by her and regretted by the pastor, as he had not had the opportunity to previously inform his congregation.
Miss Corrine Randall of Cleveland, O., is spending a few days with Miss Ida Douglass.
Harrison Houston is the guest of
THE COURIER.
Mr. and Mrs. Allen Brown.
To the patrons of the Courier—Please hand in news of interest to you, no later than Monday afternoon to me, the Archer boys, or on Saturday at R. M. Jones barber shop.
Rev. and Mrs. Jones entertained at dinner Sunday, Mr. and Mrs. Sandy Wilson, Mrs. Brody and daughter regret their inability to be there on account of a previous engagement.
The Missionary society of the Second Baptist church elected the following officers on Sunday evening for six months: President, Mrs. Mary Broady; vice president, Mrs. Lily Taylor; secretary, Mrs. Lucy Tisdale; assistant secretary, Miss May Taylor; treasurer, Miss Ophella Dotson; program committee, Mrs. Louisa Wilson, Mrs. Pearl Christian, Mrs. Rachel Haskins.
Steubenville, O.
Steubenville, O.
(By Stewart Cook.)
Mrs. B. Witchie spent last week in Pittsburgh.
Little Chas. E. Tuwale of North Seventh street, has been very sick.
Mrs. Mary Cole of Seventh street, has been very sick.
Among the out-of-town visitors at the dance, given on January 25 were Mr. and Mrs. Baily and daughter, Miss Betella of Youngtown: Mr. and Mrs. Ormes and Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Glen of East Liverpool, and Frank Payne and Mrs. Keys, his sister, of Wellsville.
Geo. Harris of Fernwood, was in town on Tuesday calling on friends and relatives.
Mrs. Dora Williams of Youngtown, is spending a few days with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Elle Gnyder of Count street.
Mrs. George Johnson, who went to the Allegheny General hospital last Monday, was operated on Friday, is reported as getting along fine.
Miss Pearl Newsome of Mt. Pleasant, was the guest of Miss Hazel Baykin of Highland avenue, on Sunday. Cluster upper avenue on Monday, in Invilleville on Monday, and made a pleasant call at the Ladies Exchange.
Youngstown, O.
Joint installation exercises followed by a banquet will be held by Logan Lodge No. 4, K. P., Louisa Edwards Court No. 30, Consulella Stewart Court No. 53 and Gold Leaf Co. D. U. R. on Wednesday evening.
Mr. and Mrs. David Bronnock have returned from Natchez, Miss., last Thursday, after a two month's visit, Harold and Clarence Swinton are the guests of their aunt, Mrs./Reed in Ellwood City, Pa.
Robert Mackey, Paris Hall, Mrs. Henry Johnson, Mrs. Thad. Wilson, Monroe Thompson, Dr. C. A. Pettiford and Thelma Lucas, are able to be about. Mrs. Chas. Stewart, Sr., is somewhat better and Mrs. Wm. Honesty is now able to be about the house.
Miss Bettle Lewis of Edward street, started to school at the Hillman street on Monday.
Oscar P. Boggens, Jr., and Lillian Evens, were quietly married in this city on Thursday.
Mrs. F. H. Simpson entered the City hospital on Monday morning to undergo an operation.
Consulna Stewart Court No. 53, Daughters of Calantia gave a successful and well attended entertainment on Monday evening.
Mrs. Robert Keer of Foster street, is ill.
A number of the South Hill people gave a sleighing party out to Mrs. Carrie Johnson's home at Connersburg on Saturday evening. The evening was spent in music and social talks. Luncheon was served at 11 o'clock. Those in the party were as follows: Mr. and Mrs. Will Smith and family, Mr. and Mrs. Oscar P. Boggess, Mr. and Mrs. William Standers, Mr. Thomas Jonese, Mrs. Stump, Edward Carr, Mrs. Whittier, Mrs. Chanler, Henry Clark, Misses Sadie Boggess, Erene Holiday, Catherine Stanup, Mrs. Joyce Whitney and E. S. Moore. The party arrived home early on Sunday evening.
C. R. Miller of Palace hotel and Mose Bell of Thomas street, are on sick list.
Convant Lodge No. 59 F. and A. M. will give a literary and valentine social on Wednesday evening, February 14, 1912, at their lodge, rooms 2436 Federal street.
Miss Stella Stewart Simpson has moved into the law offices of Attorney Thos. E. Greene, Jr. and W. J. Jefferson reed estate, office rooms in Maloney block, as public stenographer, court reporting a speciality.
Mrs. J. Jefferson gave an informal ocular dinner, January 21. Pink and white were the predominating colors. The guests included Mrs. Irene Stewart Harris, Miss Lillian Taylor, Mrs. Robert Docket, Mrs. Estalie Stewart Simpson, Robert Docket R. Penn, Emmit Carter and Mr. Wright. A very delicious six course dinner was served.
Mahoning Avenue* Baptist Church.
Sunday, February 1, will be communion service. We wish all of the members to be present. Rev. W. H. V. B. Taylor will preach a noble sermon. We will say for Rev. Taylor that he is a Christian preacher."The pastor will preach on Sunday morning from subject, "Nature of the Atonement," baptizing after morning services. Our meeting was quite a success resulting in 14 additions to church. Mrs. Taylor is up again from a week's illness.
SALEM O.
(By Raymond Logan.)
Mrs. J. C. Ormes and Mrs. T. H. Cyrus attended the funeral of Mrs. Ley Gallaway at Massillion. Deceased was formerly of this city. After the death of her son, Raymond Johnson, about three years past, she removed to Massillion, living at the home of her sister, where she died at the age of 45. Mrs. King of Syney, O. is the guest of Mrs. Culper at her home in High street. Miss Anna Chapman has returned home from a long visit in Virginia. Ervin Morgan, a local barber, was visiting friends and relatives in Alliance on Sunday. Miss Sara Cyrus entertained a few friends of hers last-Saturday evening. Music and games were the features of the evening, which was pleasantly spent. Mrs. Tobita White, who was visiting in Wheeling, W. Va., has returned home. Rev. T. B. Clayton has formed a Young M's Bible class. All the young of this city are cordially invited to attend its meetings.
AFRO-AMERICAN CULLINGS
A year from now the negroes of this country—ten millions, of them—should celebrate their fiftieth anniversary as freeman. What is being done preparatory to this memorable occasion? Comparatively nothing whatever. After congress failed to act upon the proposed national emancipation celebration the leaders assumed a quiescent state that left no room for doubt as to how they proposed to act. "Tis true the Negro Business league has a committee somewhere, but where and what they are about is not discoverable.
It is high time that the matter of nation-wide observance, so far as the negro race is concerned, be considered. In lieu of the absence of a national organization, great fraternal orders and religious bodies of the race should prepare to hold such a celebration as they deem befitting, without reference to others. We suggest that our general conference provide connectional celebration and utilize it to be the promotion of the great cause of ace evangelization and denomination. laplift.
This would not preclude co-operation active and enthusiastic with my national racial expedition, that may be conducted. Since Major Wright of Georgia seems to have the biggest fair and expedition among negroes, why not turn his annual gathering into a big Emanclipation expedition?
If not well to hold it at Macon then elsewhere, meanwhile the negroes of the individual ex-slave states should hold state celebrations. Fifty years of freedom should at least make us capable to honor the man and the event. Abraham Lincoln and the emancipation of 4,000,000 slaves should not be forgotten by those who gnained most. Let us celebrate. The race press should take up the call.
In discussing the negro domestic servant editorially, a few days ago, under the head of "A Negro Monopoly," the Houston Post, among many good things said, made the following timely statement:
"Character, cleanliness, intelligence, reliability, honesty and efficiency would guarantee to the negroes for all time a monopoly of this most important field of labor." The editor then asks this question: "Why do not the negro leaders stress this important truth upon the minds of the negro masses?"
While we certainly appreciate the advice given in the editorial, and stress particularly the statement above quoted, yet, we wish to remind the editor of the fact that the strongest and most effective leaders of the race are doing just what he says they should do, both with tongue and pen. Dr. Booker T. Washington is the greatest of all leaders of the race, and the idea stressed most of all in the message he delivered to the negroes of this city not long ago, which message was given in the columns of the Houston Post, was that the negro should-prepare to give intelligent, efficient service in industrial and domestic arts. Others are telling the same story.
The southern states raised 15,000,000 bales of cotton last year on 35,000,000 acres of land. That is what free labor can do. Slave labor produced, in 1860, the year before the war, 4,669,770 bales. In 1860 there were 4,500,000 slaves, every one of whom, except the comparatively few engaged in domestic service and the mechanical trades, was engaged in cotton raising. In 1911, with quite 10,000,000 negro population, 15,000,000 bales were raised by free labor, not more perhaps, than one half, being engaged in cotton raising. Of course improved methods of much to do with it, but the fact remains that free labor is more productive than slave labor; and the lie that the free negro would not work has been knocked down and stunned every year since 1865 by the industrial statistics of the southern states, that do not lie, which show a productivity most marvellous in the history of mankind—New York Age.
H. Rider Haggard, the popular English novelist, and equally brilliant but less known sociologist, predicts the destruction of the white race unless there is a pronounced *apetus* given to the "back to the land movement." City life, he thinks, is gradually sapping the virtue and virility of the white race, and this flocking to the cities is the forerunner of racial disaster. This is a danger in comparison with which the "yellow peril" and the "black peril" are mere fragments of a heated imagination. We are glad to note that the prophets are beginning to take note of some race other than the negro. They have been clapper-clawing him so long that a change is refreshing to say the least.—Dallas Express.
The gambling habit is far too prevalent in this city. Those gamblers who frequent dives in certain sections of the city are always on the lookout for innocent prey. These gamblers make up our criminal class and the police should run them out of the city or put them to work on the farm.—Savannah Tribune.
A movement is on foot to license the washerwomen. If the license be granted free, there can hardly be an objection raised. We are ready to protest should the hard working washerwomen be put to undue trouble and expense.
The pastor wants to be measured as a big preacher, and so he is glad to be called doctor and nearly feels that he is a doctor because his people call him doctor, and this leads him to sign his name with two capital Ds following—Georgia Baptist.
What is an Ethiopian? The New York Sun says:
Has a nation the right to select its own official name? This novel point is raised by a son of Ras Makonnen, the famous general and nephew of the late King Menelik. Writing to a French official this younger chieftain plaintively, protests against the bestowal of the name of Abyssinia upon his country. This undeemed appellation, he charges, was foled upon his fatherland by the Arabs. For him, for all his countrymen, the nation is Ethiopia, and next to its complete independence its patriotic citizens ask only that Abyssinia shall become Ethiopia in the geographies of the world.
We once had a talk with a well-informed man who spent some time in Abyssinia who said that the Abyssinians were highly sensitive on the question of their race, and regarded it as an inguite to be styled negroes or Africans. And yet, it is stated by Biblical authorities that they are descendants of Gush, one of the sons of Ham, the alleged father of the Africans races.
Perhaps Eas. Makonnen is correct, as the Ethiopians were an older people than the Africans, and were absorbed or destroyed by the latter, as the Mizralimites of Ham in Egypt were absorbed or destroyed by the shepherd races of them.
It is highly probable that the alleged Abyssinians are the only remnants of the ancient Ethiopians who were absorbed or destroyed by the Mizralimites of Ham, who overspread Africa as well as Asia.
Attorney Alonso E. Twine of Charleston, S. C., has been adjudged insane by an examining board of two physicians of his city, and sent to the colored ward of the asylum at Columbia, S. C., on commitment paper made out by Judge of Probate, George D. Bryan. Attorney Twine was a college graduate of Clifton university, Orangeburg, S. C., and had won for himself the name of being a brilliant and promising young attorney. A change in his life seemed to come after he had severed his connection with Old Bethel M. E. church, where his membership had been, along with his parents, and embraced a new religion, known as the "religion of Bahal," introduced in his city by Professor Gregory of Washington, D. C. The cry is rapidly going forlorn for more colored young men to enter the practice of law, and a single vacancy in the sparsely filled- ranks of this profession is a distinct loss to the race. Charleston Messenger.
It is most interesting to age how in the old southern states the white people, especially white women, are changing their ideas of civilization and education. A few years ago the southern white girl was educated only in the "accomplishments." This meant something in music, a mattering of painting and some knowledge of literature. All that is changing for the southern white woman. She is beginning to study science; she is taking courses in applied sciences and industrial education, and one of the most interesting, and far-reaching movements in this direction is indicated by the fact that throughout the south white women are organizing themselves into canning clubs. Fruits and vegetables which a few years ago were either not raised or were raised but were little cared for are now being canned during the summer for use in the winter. There is a great lesson in this for the negro mother and the negro girl.—New York Age.
The negroes have increased 15 per cent, during the last decade, while the white people have increased about 15 per cent. The comparison may be disadvantageous to the negro when viewed as a comparison simply but much of this disadvantage disappears when the large number of white immigrants and their natural increase for the decade is considered. Making all suitable deductions, it will not be found that the native whites exclusive of the immigrant have increased in numbers disproportionately with the negro. So far the showing is good. But when it comes to the summing up of totals for the nation the negro is found to be a decreasing rather than an increasing element. This fact will assuredly rob many of our orators of their thunder and may eventually solve all the negro's problems by the engulfing power of overwhelming numbers. The negro must get busy if he would keep his numerical place in American life.—Durham Reformer.
The most reliable history of races which is in the Bible seems to give the Cushites as the race from which the negro came, and if this is true, he (the negro) is a descendant from the race that early inhabited, ruled and controlled in the southern part of Chaldea, which is reported as the most fertile spot in the world. The most authentic geographical history states that its earliest inhabitants, or the ruling part thereof, were Cushites, of the stock of Ham. How does this show up for a race that is sometimes said to have sprung from the monkey species?—Western Star.
More and more the world is beginning to study, to understand and appreciate the importance of the man in the lowest levels of life—the man at the bottom. And the man at the bottom has some advantages over the man at the top. He, at least, can always look up, and, strange as it may seem, it is still true that the world looks on the whole more interesting, more helpful, and more filled with God's providence, when you are at the bottom looking up, than when you are at the top looking down—Boucher T. Washington.
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WIT AND HUMOR
IN PRAISE OF MODESTY.
Reginald De Koyen told at a musical in Chicago a pretty story in praise of modesty.
"A group of tourists," he said, "visited in Bonn Beethoven's house. One of the tourists, a girl of twenty or so, sat down at Beethoven's piano and played the 'Moonlight Sonata' none too well. Beethoven's own work, in his own room, on his own piano!
"When the girl had finished she rose and said to the old caretaker:
"I suppose lots of famous muscians have been here and played on this instrument?"
"Well, Miss,' the caretaker answered, gravely, 'Paderewski was here last year and his friends urged him to play, but he shook his head and said:
"No, I am not worthy."—Washington Star.
LITTLE SISTER KNEW.
Manager Ellis, head of a local motor car tire agency, halts from Richmond, Ind., which is in the heart of the Quaker belt of Hoosierdom. His father was a Quaker minister, whose duty it often became to preach the sermon at Quaker marriage ceremonies in Richmond it being the custom for the contracting parties to "marry themselves," the minister garnishing the ceremony with a little sermon.
On one occasion the father was to deliver the sermon at a Quaker wedding and at the dinner table that day the son took occasion to inquire what his subject would be. Before the father could answer up spoke the little sister.
"I can tell thee, brother, what it ought to be." she said. "Father, forgive them, they know not what they do."-Louisville Times.
VERY LIKELY.
The railroad station of Meridian, Texas, is about a mile from the business part of the town. One night a sleepy, weary travelling man said to the darky who was driving him to the hotel: "Old man, why did they put this depot so far from town?" The darky scratched his head in thought, and replied: "Waal, boss. It's fo'ced to admit dat I hasn't give de matter's sficie cogitation, but jes' jumped up for a answer like dis. I 'apose dey done dat so as to have de depot as near possible to do railroad."
IMPOSSIBLE POLITICS.
"Would you vote for your husband if he ran for office?" asked Mrs. Baring-Banners.
"Of course," replied the very young suffragette. "But I don't think I'd care to have a lot of other women trying to flatter him by voting for him."
INFORMATION SURPRISED HER.
Mrs. Parkins—I called on Mrs. Upperson yesterday and she showed me her old masters.
Mrs. Parvenue—Her old masters! Dear me, I didn't know she was in service.
Mr. Hoopah—You's de earliest girl I ever loved. Della!
Miss Cole—You·kin set heah an' say dat till you turns black in de face, but I ain't g'winter b'live you!
—Puck.
IMPROVEMENT NEEDED.
"What you want. I suppose, is to vote, just like the men do." "Tertainly not," replied Mrs. Barring-Banners. "If we couldn't do any better than that there would be no use of our voting."
STEADY HABITS.
"We had a fine sunrise this morning," said one New Yorker to another. "Did you see it?" "Sunrise!" said the second man. "Why, I'm always in bed before sunrise."
A VIRGINIA DINOSAUR.
The long drought exposed the bed of a creek near Petersburg, Va., and in the bottom of it was found imbedded the skeleton of a prehistoric animal known as a sauropodus dinosaur, about 40 feet in length.
LIKE CURES LIKE.
"This bill of fare offers so much rich food that is fairly gives me indigestion to look it over."
"You can remedy that in the same way. Read this advertisement about a dyspepsia pill."
GAVE HIM A JAR.
"Am I required to exchange wedding gifts in the department from which they were purchased?"
"Not at all," said the floorwalker.
"Thank you. I should like to exchange a rose jar for a frying pan."
THE ETERNAL QUESTION.
"My wife made me what I am!"
"My wife forgiven her ret."
I wish to get a permit to dig up the pavement on Main street."
"Why, we can't give you that. There isn't any pavement in Main street."
"I know, but I want the permit so that we can dig up the pavement as soon as there is one."
In this world of compromise, not to be keenly unhappy is a condition of happiness for some.
EXPLORING DEAD SEA
Scientists Sounding Waters of Oldest Known Lake.
Motives of Expedition Said to Be Purely Scientific—No Elements of Commercialism Entering into Ultimata Object.
Jerusalem.—An expedition, the purpose of which is thoroughly to explore the Dead-sea and its environs under the leadership of Dr. Bruhl of the University of Berlin, has just arrived from Europe and continued to the scene of its future operations.
The motives of the expedition, so it is emphatically averred by Dr. Bruhl, are purely scientific, with absolutely no elements of commercialism entering into its ultimate object.
The work of exploration will consist in the major part of sounding the depth of various sections of the lake as well as analyzing /the complex composition of its waters, studying its shores, investigating the nature of the different minerals that are said to abound in that region, exploring as far as is possible, the channels of the many rivers and hot water streams, apart from the Jordan, which flow into the sea, from both the eastern and western mountain ranges that him its shores, examining and classifying the varieties of fish that exist in large numbers only in the extreme southeastern section of the lake, which consists mainly of shallows and marahes.
It must be remembered in this connection that it has always been firmly maintained by those who visited the Dead sea and wrote treatises about it long ago that no fish of any kind can make their habitat in any part of it, and this long established belief was disproved only recently by a pleasure party of Americans, long resident in the country, who visited the southern end of the lake and discovered fish.
So it remains for the members of the German expedition to arrive at the causes, which undoubtedly must
Scene In Jerusalem.
be due to varying conditions of chemical composition of the water that make it possible for fish to live in certain sections of the lake and not in others; and, in short, to find out everything about this strange body of water from scientific standpoints that is worth knowing.
What ultimate political or commercial motives, if any, underlie the surface of the enterprise time only can show.
This is by no means the first attempt made to explore the Dead Sea region. Leut. W. F. Lynch of the American navy, as early as the year 1858 spent considerable time in research and exploration of that region at the expense of the American government and at great risk to his person.
Despite the hardships, Lieutenant Lynch was fairly successful in taking measurements as well as soundings of different parts of the lake. According to the lieutenant's narrative, the lake measures some 46 miles from north to south and from 6 to 12 miles east and west. Its total surface area was therefore computed to be 250 square miles. Its greatest depth was 1,300 feet at its northern end, and its shallowest part being at its southern extremity, varies from 5 to 15 feet only.
The lake's depression below the sea level is 1,312 feet and a tropical climate makes its temperature almost unbeatable during certain seasons of the year.
Crying Baby Ja "Exhibit A."
"Buffalo, N. Y.—A crying baby was offered in evidence, and after much argument between opposing counsel was marked for identification as "Exhibit A" in a case brought up in the city court here. The action is for $1,000 damages, and the baby is produced as the principal evidence for the plaintiff.
"I desire to offer this infant in evidence," was the announcement of one of the attorneys as a woman came behind the rail bearing a bundle in her arms. The attorney for the defense promptly objected.
"Nobody ever heard of such a proceeding," he said.
"I contend that it is perfectly proper to have the child marked for identification," contended the plaintiff's lawyer.
The argument continued for several minutes, the baby holding his own in the notice-making. Finally the court settled the dispute by directing the stenographer to mark the exhibit.
Flnds Cancer Cure.
Paris — Professor Wasserman, noted scientist, claims to have discovered a cure for cancer by treating the disease with selenium and eosin. Selenium was discovered by Mine. Curle, who found radium.
Mince Pie Barred
South Halley, Mass.—Helieving that mince pie and apple dumplings make the girls so sleepy that they cannot do their afternoon lessons well, these luncheon delicacies are barred at Mt. Holyke college.
UNIONTOWN
SPARKS AND FLASHES
(By Miss Nellie E. E. Grant.)
Through the solicitation of Rev. Dr. W. M. Anderson, the man who does things, things that are race uplifting and race inspiring. I was presented to eager for the Courier in Untonity. I want to ask the faithful co-operation of the many patrons who have been reading the paper for a long time hoping that many more will enlist so that this greatest Negro newspaper even come to our city may have the splendid circulation which it so richly deserves.
The Union Revival.
The union revival by the St. Paul A. M. E. church, Mt. Olivet Baptist church, John, Wesley A. M. E. Zion church and Mt. Rose Baptist church, is one of the greatest ever held in Uniontown.
St. Paul, A. M. E. Church.
The services at St. Paul fast Sunday were very interesting both morning and evening. Dr. W. B. Anderson received ten persons in the church during the day. Parker M. Scott, whose conversion was so remarkable was among the ten who joined the church. Mr. Scott is remembered as the successful huckster who has been in business here for a number of years. Sunday, February 4, will be a great day at St. Paul. The pastor will administer the holy communion to the new converts and reclaimants at the morning service and deliver a special sermon at the evening service. John Wesley A. M. E. Zlon Church.
The rally held at John Wesley last Sunday was well attended, all of the pastors of the four churches were present and the collection was fine. Rev. P. H. Thompson, D. D., pastor of M. Olivet Baptist church, delivered a splendid segm at 3 p. m., on "Our Debts to God." Rev. Dr. Anderson and Dr. Ford were present and assisted Rev. Dr. Starks most substantially. "In union there is strength." Mt. Rose Baptist (Church). This church is mourning on account of the death of William H. Ford, aged 38, son of Rev. Thomas H. Ford, pastor of Mt. Rose Baptist church. Mr. Ford met with an accident on the Fayette street on Wednesday night, January 24, where he fell into auto pit and received fatal injuries from the fall and died on January 28. The remains were buried from Mt. Rose Baptist church on Thursday, February 1. See account of the same in next week's notes.
Mt. Olivet Baptist Church.
Last Sunday was a day long to be remembered at Mt. Olivet. Rev. Dr. Thompson, the pastor, is happy over the spendid outcome of the union revival. Eight persons united with the church during the day. The B. Y. P. U. of Mt. Olivet church with its new officers, promises great things for the future. The officers are: Mrs. Gertrude Crable, president; Glen Sette, vice president; Harry Gales, secretary; Emma Thompson, assistant; Mary Williams, treasurer. The union rendered a fine program last Sunday evening and a good collection was lifted. James Settles has been on the sick list for two weeks. Charley Palmer is on the sick list at his parents home on Whiteman avenue. Miss Georgiana Stubblefield, Jacob Moon of Vanderbilt; Charles Brown of Pittsburgh and Ralph Brown of Scottdale, were calling on Miss Elizabeth Harris on Sunday, January 21.
Mrs. Ann Bell Campbell James of 2426 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, was visiting her cousin, Miss Erskin Williams, Misses Mary and Francis Moorman and Mrs. Eda Atkins the past week. Mrs. James was very much pleased with her trip.
Miss Mary Moore was visiting in Dunbar last Sunday.
Misses Hallie and Carice Hunter were visiting the Misses Moomans on Sunday.
Mr. and Mrs. Preston Alexander left last week for Savannah, Ga., where they will make their future home.
Author Green who had an operation performed on his leg at the Uniontown hospital some time ago, is improving slowly, but we trust surely, he is still in the hospital.
Mrs. Georgiana Sniothers is very sick at her daughters, Mrs. Hubbard Robinson on Coolspring street. Mrs. Sniothers had a paralytic stroke in her left side some time ago. She has not used use of that clip.
Mr. Jackson of Pittsburgh, was the house, guest of Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Cunningham last Sunday.
Send all news for the Courier to 187 Morgantown street, or ring Bell phone 411-R, by Tuesday noon of each week.
William Dillard of New Comer, spent Saturday and Sunday with Oliphant friends.
News comes that Mrs. Drisilla Johns died at her home in Percy, Pa., a few miles below here on Wednesday morning. See notice next week. Mrs. Johns had a large number of relatives and friends here.
He Who Laughs.
It is a very dangerous thing for a literary man to indulge his love for the ridiculous. People laugh with him just as long as he amuses them; but if he attempts to be serious, they must still have their laugh, and so they laugh at him. There is in addition, however, a deeper reason for this than would at first appear. Do you know that you feel a little superior to every man who makes you laugh, whether by making faces or verses? Are you aware that you have a pleasant sense of patronizing him when you condescend so far as to let him turn somersaults, literal or literary, for your royal delight? Now, if a man can only be allowed to stand on a dals, or raised platform, and look down on his neighbor, who is exerting his talent for him, oh, it is all right—first rate performance!—and all the rest of the fine phrases. But if all at once the performer asks the gentleman to come upon the floor, and, stopping upon the platform, begins to talk at him, ah, that wasn't in the program!—Holmes.
Modern Improvements.
Patient—Doctor, I'm having an awful lot of trouble with the gas in my stomach. Doctor—Yes, yes. I know. Those old-fashioned fixtures are giving people a lot of trouble this fall. Just step into the next room, and I'll have my engineer wire you for electric lights. —Puck.
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passed, receiving the necessary two-thirds votes of all the members present.
Those voting for the bill were Senators Clark, A. B. Dickinson, Dixon, D. S. Dickinson, Edwards, Ely, Furman, Hawkins, Hopkins, Hull, Hunt, Johnson, Lee, H. A. Livingstone, Moseley, Nichols, Peck, Skinner, Tallimage, Van Dyck, Wager, Works, Young - 23; nays, 0. It was thereupon ordered that the clerk deliver said bill to the assembly and inform that body that the senate had passed the same without amendment.
A message was received from the senate informing the house of its action and a later message from the governor stating that he had signed the bill to extend the act incorporating the New York - African Society For Mutual Relief. Mr. Zullie adds, "Referring back to the first organization of our society in 1808, we find that it was formed one year after the organization of the Society of Physicians and Surgeons of New York, that we were incorporated six years after the American Bible society was formed and thirty-two years before the introduction of Croton water into the city of New York, eighteen years before the American institute was founded, forty-two years before the founding of the Young. Men's Christian association, forty-seven years before Central park was set apart as a place of popular resort."
The society got right down to business after it had acquired its charter in 1820 and began buying property. It owned a house at 42 Barter street valued at $20,000, one on Greenwich avenue valued at $17,000 and other real estate in sections of New York city where the prices are now almost prohibitive, valued at $40,000 (big values for those days). One of its treasurers with an itching palm decamped with over $1,100 of the society's funds, but it kept right on doing and achieving to its everlasting credit.
The members of the African society were a type of Negroes all too scarce at the present day. They were real men, men with a purpose, and they accomplished their purpose. They vindicated the character and proved the capacity of black men for business. New York's Negro business men at that early day occupied a conspicuous place in the business and commercial life of the city, as the following roster will show:
William Hamilton, Sr., William Hamilton, Jr., James Latham, Edward Latham, house carpenters; Henry Brynes, Richard Augustus, Alexander Elston, Prince Loveridge, Isaac Goshl, William Brooks, bootmakers; George Dodgease, Thomas L. Jennings, dealer of furniture; Peter William S. Eiley, Vincent, Ep Davis, feeders; Henry Scott, pickle dealer; Thomas Baggot, soap chandler; Thomas Downing, Boston Cremmell, Moses Blew, Robert Watson, Peter Van Dyck, William A. Tyson, John Jackson, Francis Cook, oyster dealers or restauranters; inkeeper for horse riding out in the shot tower; on horseback near the shot tower; William Hutson, intelligence office; Philip A. Bell, editor and publisher; Revs. William Miller, James Varjck, Christopher Rush, Peter Williams, Jr., Thomas Paul, Samuel E. Cornish, Taeodre S. Wright, John T. Raymond and Timothy G. the spiritual advisers and guide of the ambitions and progressive black men of those days.
Brownsville, Pa.
Rev. M. A. Dyer preached a very instructive sermon last Sunday morning on the subject, "The Story of a Tear." Services were well attended all day. On next Sunday morning at 11:45 there will be an old-fashioned class meeting. All members and friends are expected to be present. Mrs. Anna Black. Carrie Baker, F. L. Johns, Mrs. Margaret Thomas and J. H. Hilton are on the sick list. Mrs. Jane Fairfax is able to be down stairs after several weeks' illness. Mrs. H. C. Latney and daughter, Mistle, and Miss Nannie Hilton, of Connellsville, and Charles R. Guerant, of Braiddock, were over-Sunday visitors at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Hilton. Mrs. J. L. Drew attended the Baptist Union at Elizabeth last Friday. Henry A. Payne has returned after a pleasant visit with relatives at Straitsville, Ohio.
CHARLEOI
A goodly number from Charleroi attended the rally at Donora on Sabbath.
Mrs. Adela Murray of Belivue, was a recent Charleroi called at the parsonage.
The revival services at the St. James is progressing nicely.
Mrs. Mary Johns, who has been seriously ill, is slowly improving.
The recent callers at the parsonage were H. H. Rideout, Rev. H. H. Hill of Belle Vernon, Rev. G. W. Webster of W. Middletown and Rev. H. G. Thomas of Monestann.
Mrs. H. W. Thomas entertained at 6 o'clock dinner on Friday. Rev. R. H. Bumry and Rev. and Mrs. L. V. Jones.
Little William C. Smith, the eight-month-old child of Mr. and Mrs. W. C. Smith, who was suffering from whooping cough developed pneumonia and died on Sunday evening, January 21. The bereaved parents have the heartfelt sympathy of the Charleroi courier readers.
Mrs. Georgia Perry served at breakfast recently Rcv. R. H. Bumry and Rev. L. V. Jones.
Benjamin Mason and Howard Minnie, of Belleveron worshipped here on Sabbath.
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Peyton of Point Breeze entertained at dinner. P. E. Rev. R. H. Bumry, Rev. and Mrs. L. V. Jones, after which a very delightful evening was spent in music.
Thos. C. West is able to resume his duties after a weeks illness.
Mr. and Mrs. John Minnie of Donora, entertained at dinner on Sabbath. Rev. Geo. W. Webster of West Middlstown, Mrs. Tillie Richardson and daughter, Mary, Mrs. Garnet A. Johnson and Miss Mabel, J. Webster of Charerol.
The Adult Bible class met in their regular business meeting at the parsonage on Tuesday evening. The reports show that in the last month they have raised over $22.
Mrs. H. H. Rideout is on the sick list.
(By Ella Kennedy). The amusement committee of Wheeling Elks, I. B. P. O. E. W. No 74. have arranged for their annual mid-winter ball to be held on Friday, February 16, at Mozart dance hall, corner Thirty-eighth and Jacob street, over South Side bank. This hall is one of the largest, finest and best equipped dance halls for either ladies or gentlemen in the city. Refreshments hall and club rooms connected. This being the first colored organization to secure it, the committee are sparing no palms to make this one of the largest affairs this season. Music will be rendered by the well known Bentfield orchestra. Program will be given at the door. Admission 50 cents, Spectators, 25 cents. Committee Wm. Jefferson, Garfield Dunnings, Frank Cumberland, Robert Clark, chairman, Henry Allinsworth.
The ladies of the Simpons M. E church are putting every effort forth to secure funds to purchase a new carpet in the near future. One of the most elaborate affairs given for this cause was held at the Misses McMeechens residence last Friday evening, when guests responding from over two hundred invitations assmied to meet the ladies and young matrons. Wheeling. Attired in beadal gowns with the home decor and, they made a very attractive appearance. Mr. Wilbur Dolan, Misses Ethel and Mamle McMeechen, assisted by 20 others were in the receiving line.
The Ministerial association of Wheeling met at the Ebenezer Bapist church last Monday morning. A very profitable and interesting meeting was called. Rev. J. T. Farley, pastor of the Wayman A. M. E. church, read a paper on the subject, "How to Get Young Men Into the church. He threw Light on the subject, that many left to take up the work with fresh zeal.
The turkey supper given at the Wayman A. M. church under the auspices of the Sunday school on last Friday evening was very successful. The concert, which was given mostly by the little ones of the school who deserve much credit. The program was as follows: Singing, choir; prayer, Mrs. Julia Johnson; piano solo, Little Ellen gray, who by request, rendered several selections; singing by choir; recitation, Little Elizabeth Johnson; solo, Little Gladys Harris, Ellen Gray presiding at piano; recitation, selection from Dunbar, Miss Ethel Sinkford.
Myers Carpenter addressed the audience pointing out to them the great future which a head of such brains as had been displayed by the little ones, if encouraged.
The chicken supper given at the Macedonia Baptist church last Thursday by Mrs. Hopkins, was greatly enjoyed by the participants. Mrs. Martha Smith, by request, will repeat the juvenile minstrel at Turmel hall soon. We wish to express our gratitude to Mrs.-Frances Preston, who was in the city last week with her noble and virtuous.
The W. C. T. U. which Mrs. Preston organized, we believe, will in the near future, be such that its day of organization the city of Wheeling will be a memorable day for the Negro race. Our most prominent and energetic women were the promoters, including: Mrs. Hughes, Mrs. Stillyard, Mrs. Hamilton, Miss Fannie Robinson, Miss Nellie Hemmings, Miss Laura Washington.
Don't forget the social evening of the Friday Afternoon club at the residence of Mrs. Mamie Coffman on Tuesday evening, February 5. A silver offering will be taken at the door for charity. An interesting program has been arranged as follows: Address, Prof. J. W. Hughes; instrumental solo, Miss E. Preston; object of club, Miss Sadie Preston; solo, Miss J. V. Davis; reading, Miss Nellie Hemmings; solo, Miss E. Farley; violin solo, T. Meyers; instrumental solo, Dora Lucas; paper charity; solo, Miss Dora Miligan; solo, Earl Jones; remarks, Rev. G. W. Jenkins. Houston Davis who is on the sick list is convalescent. Achilles Jenkins, who has been confined in his room suffering from rheumatism is able to be out again. G. W. Clark who has been spending a few days in McKeesport, visiting his parents, returned home on Thursday.
Mrs. Lydia Taborn, who has been the guest of Rev. and Mrs. G. W. W.
Jenkins, left for her home, Youngstown, Q. last Friday.
Men's Faternal Union will give a supper in the Wayman A. M. E. church February.
* Miss Lillian Berry will give a Spider Web social at her residence on Eon street, February 15.
Ira Johns, one of our senior High school pupils is on the sick list this week.
Room for rent, suitable for either two young men or man and wife. Mrs. Chas. Early, Twelfth street.
SEWICKLEY
(By Teddy.)
Mrs. Harriet A. Graves of Center street, Braddock, spent a very pleasant Sunday afternoon with her daughter, Estela Ford of Chestnut street and Mrs. R. H. Jones of Broad street.
A little playlet entitled "Character Sketches," will be given by Mrs. Lulu Walkup and company, February 8, at St. Mathew's A. M. E. Zion church.
The proceeds will be for the benefit of the Golden Rule club.
On Saturday evening Mahlon C. Wilson was decoyed to the residence of the Turner family through a false message. Delivered to him by two of his best friends. Upon arriving he noticed that the lights were unusually bright and that the music stopped when they came up on the porch, but still unsuspicious of anything unusual, proceeded into the hallway, then into the parlor, or rather started in when he pounced upon by a host of friends and was given quite a beating and a surprise. It was the third anniversary of his birthday and the many friends had assembled to celebrate and surprise him which they did to perfection. After the first part of the ceremony was over he escorted to the table which was adorned with remembrances. Then was a beautiful monogrammed gold Elgin watch, neckties, stockings, telephone, cuff links and stick pin, etc. The evening was spent in dancing, music and went after which a spiendance bancheon was served. The surprise was gotten up by members of Wilson's orchestra.
The Colored Ariatocracy Minstrels have gone into rehearsal for their performance which will take place in the first or second week in March.
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Quite sad was the news of the death of Mrs. Martha Staley, formerly of Bradlock, Pa., who has resided in Sewickley for nearly three years. She had been sick for more than a year off and on. She finally had to give up after struggling hard to be cured and was taken to the Sewickley hospital, were she died Sunday morning. She was removed to the residence of Mrs. and Mrs. Horace Blockson, where services were held on Monday afternoon, conducted by Rev. Henry Durham. She leaves a daughter, Chemarte, about eight years of age. Revival services are being held at St. John's A. M. E. church. Mrs. Jennie Puromus, an evangelist of Philadelphia, Pa., is in our midst, and much is being done for the spiritual interest. Mr. and Mrs. John Preston were the guests of their sister, Miss Everett last Sunday.
Spencer Banks of Little street, a sub chauffeur for the Cadillas motor works, was overseer for the company at the automobile show at Duquesne Garden this week.
Miss Brannock of Bank street, spent a few days in Pittsburgh last week visiting her friend, Mrs. Jackson.
The public installation of the officers of the Wisteria Court of Calanthe was largely attended. The ceremony which was very impressive, was very attentively listened to after which Wilson's orchestra furnished the inspiration for those to dance who cared to. Refreshments were served.
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Services were pleasant at Bethel January 28th. At 11 a. m. Rev. G. L. Smith delivered a soul-sitting sermon. At 3 p. m. Rev. W. H. Truss preached-and administered the Holy Rite of baptism to seven boys. It was a most beautiful sight and very impressive to all who witnessed it. At 8 p. m. Rev. J. P. White, a returned missionary of the Presbyterian church, delivered an excellent sermon to a very appreciative congregation. He is a Tennessian and has had a wide and interesting experience with our race, which he related.
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were called to the bedside of their sister, Miss Julia Jones, who was severely burned and is in the Passavant hospital in Pittsburgh, Pa.
Rev. Barnett, of Cleveland, O., was in the city last week, securing subscriptions for the Review.
Rev. L. W. Jones, of Butler, Pa., delivered several soul-stirring sermons last week at Bethel and was the guest of Rev. W. H. Truss.
Mr. and Mrs. Henry Lee were visitors in Cleveland and Pittsburgh last week.
Mrs. James Streets has returned from a visit to her mother, Mrs. Stewart, of Washington, Pa. who was better when Mrs. Streets returned.
Mrs. Louis Miller, who has been the guest of Mrs. Jesse Gardner, has returned home and is much better.
Mrs. Harold Fisher is still improving very slowly; also is Mrs. Green C. Ward.
Mrs. Ruth J. Webster, of Rochester, attended the meeting of the board of managers of Eastbrook Home, which was held at the home of Mrs. James Streets. After a pleasant meeting the meeting adjourned to meet in New Castle, February 23.
Mrs. Frank Barrett, of Youngstown, O. W. gave benefit concert in Bethel church, February 8th, for the benefit of her mother, Mrs. Ida W.
Called the Bluff.
"The only way you can legitimately keep out undesirable persons from a hotel is to raise the price or to assert that your house is full," said a hotel clerk. "but you never know when this may fall.
"A couple once came up to register whom I sized up at once as the kind we were particularly anxious not to take in. 'I am very sorry,' I said to the man, 'but the house is absolutely filled and the only thing I could offer you would be a small suite.'
"What's that?" demanded the traveler, and I explained that it consisted of a small parlor, bathroom and bath.
"What's the price?" he asked.
"Twenty-five dollars a day," I replied.
"I guess that will be all right," said the stranger calmly, and he registered. He had me.