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THIS PAPER IS NOW READ BY 10,000 COLORED PEOPLE THE PITTSBURGH COURIER. INTERNATIONAL RACE EVENT AT TUSKEGEE VOL. III. NO. 3. Noted Industrial School To Be Host of Many Nations To Help Africans. GREAT INTEREST MANIFEST Tuskegee, Ala. - The large number of acceptances of invitations to be present at the international conference on the Negro to be held at Tuskegee institute April 18 and 19 indicate that this is going to be a most successful gathering. All the important missionary societies in the United States and many societies in foreign countries will send representatives. Among them are the American board of commissioners for foreign missions, board of foreign missions of the Presbyterian church, the Baptist Missionary society, the central board of missions of the Reformed Presbyterian church, the Seventh Day Baptist Missionary society, the board of home missions of the Presbyterian church in the United States, Woman's Home Missionary society of the Methodist Episcopal church, the American Womah's Baptist Home Mission society, the board of foreign missions of the general synod of the Evangelical Lutheran church of the United States, the woman's board of home missions, Presbyterian church, United States; the woman's board of missions of the interior and also the woman's board of missions of the Canadian Congregational church. From the regions beyond missionary union with headquarters in London will be represented by one of its secretaries, the Swenka missions for bandets expedition of Stockholm. The Evangelical, Missionary society of German East Africa will be represented by the president, Herr E. V. Johannsen, Bielefeld, Germany. The Venezuelan government will have a representative at the conference, Jamaica, Porto Rico, the Danish DR. BOOKER T. WASHINGTON. West Indies and other West Indian islands will be represented. Samuel D. Eawden, manager of the industrial experiment station, Ongole Gunta district, India, has signified his intention of being present. Africa is also going to be largely represented. Among those who will discuss conditions on that contour are Dr. Ernest Lyon, consul general of the republic of Liberia to the United States; Dr. Roland P. Falkner, chairman of the late American commission to Liberia; the Hon. P. E. R. Johnson, secretary of state, Monrovis, Liberia; the Hon. S. G. Harmon, vice president of the republic of Liberia; Rev. Jonah Goda Sishuba, president Ethiopian church, Queenstown, South Africa; Rev. Henry Reid, secretary of the Ethiopian church, Johannesburg, South Africa; Mr. William C. Terrill, superintendent Inhambane district, Methodist Episcopal church, Portuguese East Africa; Mr. O. H. Scouten, missionary, Lumbwa industrial mission, Lumbwa, British East Africa, and Mr. W. H. Plant, Kingston, Jamaica, headmaster of the Tithefield school. Other persons who will present papers to the conference are: Rev. Mark C. Hayford, a native worker from, the Gold Coast of Akron, whose subject will be "Educational Conditions on the Gold Coast of Africa;" Dr. W. W. Shepherd, "Twenty Years With the Bakuba and Baluba and Zap-po-Zap Cannibals In Central Africa;" Mr. E. D. Morel, London, England, editor of the African Mall and secretary of the Kongo Reform association; the Right Her. I. Olnwole, Lagos, southern Nigeria, West Africa, "The Missionary and Trader In Relation to the Native," the Right Her. W. Edmund Smryb, bishop of Lebombo, southeast Africa, "The Delights of Real Heathenism." In addition to all the above, the international conference has provoked wide discussion throughout the country and promises to be of incalculable service in helping forward the cause of the native in Africa and the man of African descent wherever he may be found. ALL OUT-OF-TOWN NOTES MUST BE IN THIS OFFICE BY WEDNESDAY NOON. TO ALL AGENTS—WE FIND IT NECESSARY TO MAKE OBLIGATORY UPON ALL AGENTS TO SEND REMITTANCE WITH NOTES TO INSURE PUBLICATION. CONDITIONS OF TODAY ACT AS A RACE-GAUGE These Circumstances Bring About New Relative Conditions, Says Rollin. Troy, O.—Continuing the discussion of nature's answer to man's race question, Mr. Horace J. Rollin, author of "Yetta Segal," which some critics call radical, yet adequate as a pioneer sketch of the great question of racial phenomena, says: Such phenomena must be interpreted in a way consistent with man's nature. If he is capable of development, if he shall attain higher status through struggle or through means that are seemingly or, for the time, degrading; if he is moving from the simple to the complex as to organization, if universal movement tends to unify existence, then racial interchange, with elimination of peculiar characteristics, has made its appearance as a phase of infinite order and for the benefit of future man. As to the state of integrity, we have mentioned primitive "offish" instinct as having had profound normal value. Temporary, segregation has insured the process of developing peculiar specific qualities, at certain periods, in this or that environment, necessary to the cosmopolite of the future. But the products of nature inevitably undergo change, and if not used to establish advanced forms and expressions they are disintegrated as so much common material. Racial characteristics—as "the types" present them to popular gaze—attained full growth so long ago that modifications more or less marked have necessarily appeared. Modern conditions bring new relative positions. Extensive geographical interdistribution of types has resulted from the overcoming of such natural barriers as great rivers, seas, mountain chains and deserts. For multitudes, this means different air, food, scene, thought and feeling—new elements that vary aspiration itself. The physiognomy is remodeled, irrespective of new lineage. Even if there were no fusion, the types could not remain the same nor so much unlike. Advancement lies in reasonable selection—this is as true of admirable human makeup as it is of efficient mechanics It is not in order to say that any one is "in favor" of this phenomenon. No one declares that Newton was in favor of the law of gravitation. He called attention to it quite innocently; the spectator was not advised to climb a tall tree and then let go his hold. In order to test the readiness of the discovered law. Franklin perceived the power of "lightning" to help or harm the individual. Those who fancied that he "indorsed it" doubtless associated him with its ugly aspects. No one who comprehends the raison d'etre of the new philosophy desires to see the movement unreasonably accelerated. A morbidity would follow, the counterpart of race hatred itself. Accknowledgment of the truth is certainly not a letting down of the bars to indiscriminate, ill advised mating. It is time, however, for comprehensive information. Increased knowledge means increased circumspection, the best protection for the individual. We should look at the past with improved vision. Some matings involving the racial interchange of cruder times—once declared brutal and immoral—must have had the psychic element. This is attested by a fair proportion of the living record. The composite must be considered in a way which will defend him and also insure ourselves against self-degradation. Thus even where custom and ordinary law have been ignored by the ancestors psychic force comes spontaneously to remove mysterious temporary stigma. Nature provides increasing kinship, even to those of delayed development, and extending fusion is rendered less and less objectionable, with wider scope for happy selection. This is no more a mere theory than is the law back of the marvelous production of new stock, fruits and flowers. We are reminded to mention a book which authoritatively points to the crossing of types as a means of producing the superior man of the future. "The Training of the Human Plant" (the Century company, 1907). We predicted that Mr. Burbank must arrive at this conclusion. This infinite workman, who makes high philosophy tangible, in mind the same principle of exchange of needed values with which he is so familiar in plant life. Louvre's Honorable Descent. The Paris Louvre, now the world's finest art gallery, was originally a royal residence in the reign of Dagobert, about the rear cess of our era. Work, Integrity, Tact, Temperance, Prudence, Courage, Faith. PATTSBURG PA., FEBRUARY 10, 1912. New Mayor To Aid In Effort To Secure Decent Employment For Colored Philadelphia.—Mayor Blankenburg has become deeply interested in the movement to bring about better industrial conditions among the negroes of Philadelphia, and last Friday when a delegation of colored and white citizens waited on the city's executive he stated that he would give the visitors every aid in their efforts to improve conditions. One of the speakers was James Samuel Stemons, who told of the many avenues of employment being closed against the negro in Philadelphia. In a petition which the delegation presented to Mayor Blankenburg it was set forth that the ultimate object in view was to make it possible for negroes to obtain employment among lines other than those of beggarly paid menials, to which they are now almost wholly restricted throughout the north. The petition further sets forth that growing discrimination against negroes is almost portentous phase of the entire race situation in this country. In effect, the petition asked for summary justice being inforced for offenses committed by "a vicious element" in the negro race, but fair dealing toward the better and law abiding negro citizens. In the petition was the following declaration: "We affirm that the cumulative effects of such high-handed antagonism to social order have been unbound in augmenting popular feeling against the entire colored race, with the concomitant hardships of lynching, mob violence, segregation and exclusion from the broade" fields of labor. The church is the medium through which this league is acting, and it is our purpose ultimately to enlist every colored minister and every colored congregation in every community in this movement for civic decency and political soverey." Mayor Blankenburg, in response to the petition, said that the objects of the league were most laudable and that he would be glad to give his aid toward their consummation. Certain conspicuous crimes among negroes, and particularly in the line of speak-easies, he said, were being suppressed. The delegation promised to keep the mayor informed of the league's work. Among the prime movers in the delegation for improving the condition of negroes in this city were said to be the following white and colored pastors of churches of various denominations: White members—Revs. Dr. Edwin Heyl Delk, Dr. Frank P. Parkin, Dr. A. J. Rowland, Dr. Alpha G. Kynett, D. F. Lockerble, E. F. Randolph. Negro members—Revs. Dr. John W. Lee, Dr. P. A. Wallace, Dr. James H. Scott, Dr. C. Albert Tindley, J. Luther Martin, James Samuel Stemons, Dr. W. G. Parkes, Dr. G. W. Galnee, G. Edward Dickerson, Dr. Henry L. Phillips, Father A. C. V. Cartier, Rev. John R. Logan, Dr. William A. Credt, Dr. Reuben-H. Armstrong, Dr. E. W. Moore, A. R. Jackson, Dr. R. William Fickland. JUDGE BUFFINGTON TO ADDRESS Y. M. C. A. The exercises attendant upon the formal opening of the Colored Men's Y. M. C. A. Branch to be held this Sunday at 3 p.m. at Grace Memorial Presbyterian church (and not at John Wesley, as previously announced), will be receable by reason of the address to be delivered by Hon. Joseph Buffington, Judge of United States District Court. Judge Buffington is also a trustee of the Y. M. C. A. of Pittsburgh, and a pronounced friend of the colored citizens of this city. JUDGE JOSEPH BUFFINGTON. Attorney Frank R. Stewart will also deliver an address and Chairman Hezakiah Anderson will preside. Special music will be rendered by the branch quartet under the direction of Walter T. Miller and by the Braddock A. M. E. church choir. The latter will sing Shelley's "Hark, Hark, My Soul." Following the exercises at the CONVICTION IN N. Y. THEATER CASE SECURED Heavy Blow Against Color Discrimination—The Civil Rights Law Enforced. New York.-The New York vigilance committee, an organization composed of representative white and colored citizens of New York city and of which Mr. Glichrist Stewart is chairman and Professor J. E. Splingarn is secretary and treasurer, recently secured the first conviction ever had in New York state for violation of the civil rights bill. The New York vigilance committee was organized for active prosecution of all infringements of the legal rights of the colored man and has permanent headquarters at $268\frac{1}{2}$ West One Hundrew and Thirty-fifth street. It was necessary to have an organized protest against racial discrimination in order to combat the increasing number of outrages against colored men and women and to make effective the laws of the state which guarantee them equal rights. This organization has tackled the problem of police discrimination against prisoners and their unjust arrest on trivial offenses, their maltreatment often on their way to the station, and has, through the co-operation of Police Commissioner Rhineland Waldo, secured equal protection and justice to colored prisoners as is given to all others. No longer is a colored prisoner or citizen misused by a policeman in the city of New York. Next it took up the question of certain localities where gangs were in the habit of insulting colored people when in their locality. These gangs were dispersed. Now it is vigorously attacking the custom of discrimination in public places—restaurants, theaters, hotels and cafes. It has brought a number of successful suits against these places to enforce the civil rights law. A custom had been growing in New York city to refuse colored people seats in the orchestra of the theaters. Inja test case which was brought by the committee Harry A. Levy, assistant treasurer of the Lyric theater, was convicted of a misdemeanor for excluding a colored man and young lady from the orchestra seats of his theater. He offered to exchange the seats for two in the balcony, but this was refused. After a hard drawn out legal fight, conducted by Hon. Charles S. Whitman, the district attorney, through Mr. James A. Smith, as assistant, who had immediate charge of the case, and Attorney Charles H. Studin, one of the advisory legal counsel of the committee, this first conviction criminally under the statute of New York city had a starting effect upon prejudiced conditions. All of the daily papers of New York gave it wide promulence. The committee is fulfilling its purposes of coping with the constant increase of discrimination and violence against colored men and women in this city. The discrimination has manifested itself in numerous ways in all places of public accommodation and even in the administration of justice, and it is of the highest importance that an organized effort be made to maintain the civil rights of all citizens regardless of race or color. It is also essential that public opinion should be influenced and educated in the direction of equal rights or it will not be long before conditions in New York will be exactly the same as those in the cities of the south. This can only be accomplished by such vigorous prosecution in every case of discrimination that the certainty of punishment will deter even prejudiced persons from offending against the law. The officers of the committee are: Chairman, Glickhier Stewart; vice chairman, Dr. John L. Elliott; secretary and treasurer, Professor J. E. Splungn. Those of the advisory counsel are: William S. Bennet, Edward Lauterbach, Charles H. Studin, Melville H. Cane, D. Macon Webster, John W. Smith and Walter N. Flannagan. MARRIAGE LICENSES ISSUED DURING WEEK POTENT UPLIFT AGENCY New York.—One of the strongest and most influential secret organizations in this city and one which is doing real uplift work is the Improved Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks. It is in the forefront of the secret societies which are doing great work for the moral development of its members and bringing about a better standard of manhood and citizenship. Since the beginning of the Elk movement twelve years ago among colored men the order has had a steady growth until today it is one of the strongest organizations of its kind in the United States. In New York Manhattan lodge has probably the largest membership of any one of the subordinate lodges of the order. It was organized nine years ago under the leadership of W. W. Winfield, who is one of the most prominent Elks in the country. The lodge has had a JAMES H. ANDERSON. steady growth until today it has a membership of 750. Many of the most prominent men of the race in New York are active in the welfare of the Elks and are doing much for the promotion and advancement of the order. Prominent among them are J. Frank Wheaton, the well known lawyer; Dr. Kellogg, a successful physician; James H. Anderson, the hustling newspaper man and managing editor of the Amsterdam News, and many others. In a recent statement given out by Mr. Anderson concerning the Elks he said: "The type of men who belong to the Elks is of the very best among our fellow citizens. The Elks can set an example for a great many of our lodges in the matter of loyalty to the tenets of the order. "The general organization of the Order of Elks had its inception among our people about twelve years ago. Mr. B. F. Howard was the leader of the movement. The order has had a remarkable growth, due doubtless to the many beneficent advantages which it offers to its members and the congenial fellowship which it seeks to promote. Among the many advantages derived from membership in the Elks are the ample provision made for its members in time of sickness and the liberal aid given to the heirs of a deceased member at the time of such member's death." Like most all good movements in the interest of humanity, whether as individuals or a collective body, the organization has had to face many difficulties and combat the most severe opposition. For the past three years, more or less, there was much dissatisfaction within its own ranks, while at the same time strong opposition from outside sources nearly swept the organization from its course. All told, the order has won a national reputation throughout the country and is on a firm footing, and good work is being done by the members of the various lodges. The public functions of the order wherever held are always the occasion for much enthusiasm on the part of the public. In New York city, Brooklyn and Jersey City, N. J., the lodges are very aggressive and successful in meeting their obligations to the members. Parrots live a long time, and it is released nature made one or two other wildness—Archison Globe. CHURCH DESTROYED BY AN EARLY FIRE CHURCH DESTROYED BY AN EARLY FIRE Washington, Pa.—Fire originating from an over-heated stove destroyed the new John Wesley M. E. church at an early hour last Sunday morning, causing damage amounting to about $2,000. The edifice will be once, and the congregation will hold worship in the former place of worship in Forest avenue in the meantime. The building was completed and dedicated just one month ago. CHANGE OF VENUE FOR LYNCHING SUSPECTS NEW MINISTER FROM HAITI Haiti is now represented at Washington by M. Solon Menos, who has succeeded the pictureque and very ducky M. Sannon as minister. If you have a vote fill in blank space above, whom you favor for President, and either give to our agent or mail direct to The Courier office. NEGRO AVIATOR WINS A MEDAL; IS AN INVENTOR Lucian Headin Honored By Aeronautical Society—He Has Patented Equalizer NOW TOURING IN SOUTH New York—During these days of aviation meets the negro is being represented in the field of aeronautics by Lucian Headin of New York, who was recently awarded a gold medal by one of the aeronautical societies at Mineola, L. I. Aviator Headin is also an inventor, and has attracted attention by taking out a patent on an equalizer, which prevents alarms from tilting when falling, thereby preventing many accidents. The equalizer consists of a ball weighing 40 pounds which is attached to an electrical device, and if the alarms is falling the aviator can press a button on the steering wheel which will put the large ball into play and cause the alarms to descend without mishap. Mr. Headin was born in Raleigh, N. C., and is married. He is now touring the south with his machine, accompanied by his ex-instructor and manager. Last week he was to have given an exhibition at Norfolk, Va., under the auspices of the Y. M. C. A. (white), but was compelled to cancel the engagement on account of cold weather. He is in Charleston, S. C., this week. FALLING THIRTY FEET MAN IS UNINJURED McKessport, Pa. — Washington Thompson slipped on a piece of ice and fell over a 30 foot embankment last night and except for some painful skin bruises, escaped uninjured. NEW MINISTER FIVE CENTS A COPY VENUE FOR SUSPECTS The Supreme Court Asked to Take Remainder of Cases From Chester County NEGROES APPROVE MOVE Philadelphia, Pa.—In asking the State Supreme Court to grant a change of venue in the cases of seven defendants yet to be tried on murder charges growing out of the lynching of Zach Walker, who was burned to death by a mob near Coatesville, Pa. last August, J. E. B. Cunningham, deputy attorney general of Pennsyl- vania, declared that "there is a deep seated purpose on the part of the people of Chester county net to convict a white man for the murder of a negro." A number of men have already been tried in connection with the lynching, and all were acquitted. The brief of the Attorney General's Department says there is no reflection upon the conduct of the former trials by the Chester county judges. The judges, the brief says, impressed upon the various juries the extreme importance of convicting every person shown to have had a guilty participation in the lynching, but the juries utterly failed to give to the evidence the consideration the importance of the case demanded. "Your petitioners are firmly convinced," the brief continues, "that to try the cases remaining for trial before juries selected from Chester county would only result in turning the administration of justice into a complete mockery and travesty, and in bringing further a lasting disgrace and dishonor upon the fair name and fame of the commonwealth." The petition asks that the cases be removed from Chester county to the Supreme Court, there to be dealt with according to law. The district attorney of Chester county joined in the petition. Scholar's Debt to the World. Knowledge is only useful when it can be applied; and if the idle rich are an offense, the idle scholar is a still greater offense. Honor to the Average Person. It is the average sort of person who occupies the most useful places in life. R FROM HAITI Presiding Elder. Askew conducted his quarterly meeting last Sunday at Bethel A. M. E. church, and delivered two excellent sermons. Dr. Williams delivered a fine discourse in the afternoon. Mrs. Anne Goings of Erie avenue is confined to her bed at her home; her gripe being the cause will entrench the Williamport hospital to undergo an operation. She has the prayers of her many friends. Miss Bessie Wood is slightly improved. Mrs. Andrews of above Linden, we are glad to say, is able to be about the house again. The condition of Mrs. Mary Good-Harris* remains about the same. Also that of Mrs. G. W. Williams, wife of Dr. William. The Goings and wife have returned to Williamsport. The regular meeting of the Young Men's Categorical club was held at the home of J. W. Fairax. The Rev Dr. Askew, founder of the organization, being in the city, met with the boys. After the regular meeting, he glonged on the church and the gathings. He congratulated them on the work which they have undertaken and their lecture course. The amount of good which they are accomplishing perhaps may never be known during their lifetime, but posturity will bear the fruits of their labor. He encouraged them earnestly to persevere and strive for higher things. The bringing of such men as the Hon. Jon Dancy Bishbob Head Bishop, Black Bishbob Walters and others of a worth cannot but have a highly beneficial effect upon the community; and as the stone thrown into the sea, will produce a motion that will at last beat upon the shore, go will the good done by this organization be felt for untold years. He also enjoined them to strive to leave some tangible evidence of their work. The doctor's remarks were highly appreciated. Supper was served. It was during Rev. Dr. Askew's mini- ment here that he conceived the idea of gathering the young men together for the benefit of the young men of the community, and he has ever had their welfare at heart. Dr. Askew was very highly pleased that the little seed which he planted was growing to such a hardy plant. Give agent your candidate for Presi- dent. See printed slip on Page One and DO IT NOW. KANE, PA. KANE, PA. (By Mrs. Anna Scott) A missionary society was organized Monday evening at the St. John's A. M. E. church and the following offi- cers were elected President, Mrs. E. Benevolent Poster; treatment, Miss Maggie Young. Presiding Elder N. D. Temple delivered a soul-shrirting cermon Thursday night at St. John's A. M. E. church. Mrs. Frank Woodson, who was on the sick list, is much improved. Hiding in the basement and Rev. J. W. Brown visited Emporium. Pa. last week and while there succeeded in organizing a Bethel A. M. E. church. Rev. J. W. Brown was called away last Saturday by the illness of his daughter, Seth Hines is spending a few days Seth Hines is spending a few days in Jamestown, N. Y., visiting friends. Miss Matilda Scott of Emporium. Pa., spent Sunday evening with Mr. and Mrs. P. Scott. Mrs. Maudie Lowney, who has been bruising at Jamestown, N. Y., has returned, home. A reception was held in St. John's A. M. E., church Monday evening in honor of President J. W. Brown. A most delightful evening was spent by all that were present. There will be a Valentine social on Wednesday evening February 14, 1912, and E. E. church. You are cordially invited. Johnstown, Pa. (By Mrs. William Keys) Mr. and Mrs. St. Clair's home was the scene of a large gathering of friends Thursday night, January 26 at the birthday reception of B. F. St. Clair. Covers were laid for 30. The decorations were pink and white flowers. Music and games were amused and the presents were numerous and handsome. Among those present were: Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Younger. Mr. and Mrs. Edward Cooper. Mr. and Mrs. Amos Johnson. Mr. and Mrs. Peck. Mrs. Henrietta Curry. Mrs. Elia Poole. Mrs. Harriet Ellis. Mrs. Daisy Gray. Mrs. Beau Schuris. Mrs. Miss Elizabeth Fowler. Mrs. Elia Stevenson. Miss Lia Young. Thomas Mahoney. Oliver Davis, Lawrence Moore. William Hart. Joseph Davis, David Landon. The out of town guess were: Mr. and Mrs. Basham of Louisville, KY.; Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Taylor of Pittsburg, Pa.; Robert Brant of Washington, D. C. Supper was served at 10 p. m. Menu Olives, pickles, ham and mashed potatoes. Cake, Coffee, cakes, candies, Cafe-Noh. Robert Branche acted as toastmaster. Mrs. Charles Alexander of Cathing street is very sick at her home. Mrs. L. Flippo of Yoder street, who has been sick for some time, is not much improved. She is doing as well as can be expected. She is holding one of the popular waiters of the Logan house in Altoona, is visiting his wife, Mrs. Hanna, who has just returned from a two months' visit in Boston, Mass. Mrs. John Cook of Grant street, who was operated on at the Memorial hospital, is getting along nicely and will be home in five months. Mrs. Other Railroad street very ill with quinny. Her many friends wish her a speedy recovery. Mrs. S. B. Handy of Grant street returned home Saturday, from Boston, where she underwent an operation which has improved her health greatly. On her return home she visited New York. Mrs. Andersen of Bedford street is still in the hospital, but slightly improved. A. Wilson Lloyd of the Crystal hotel has just returned from a week's stay in Pittsburgh, where he attended his sister's marriage and acted as best man. The bride, who was Miss Florence Lloyd and whose home is in Johnstown, is a student in host of leads who wish bear much interest. Mr. Lloyd takes special lessons on the violin and he can "do it too." ALTOONA, PA. (By Gertrude Dawson.) Sixteenth Street A. M. E. The series of meeting closed last Friday evening after a most gorious and fruitful siege. Rev. Blackburn of Bellefonte, was with us all week and practiced heart-reviving and practical summons. The meetings have been a blessing to all who attended and to many outside the fold, bringing them to the light of the good condition and is doing a very great work under the leadership of Superintendent D. H. U. Keith. The rainbow entertainment held last Thursday evening under the. auspices of the Busy Bees, was well attended and a decided success. The Stewardesses held their regular monthly meeting last Tuesday afternoon at the home of Mrs. Charles Dawson. Mt. Zion Baptist. Services at the Mt. Zion Baptist church were very impressive and spiritual on Sunday. Rev. Daniel Care, D. D. preaching at both services to a large and appreciative congregation. Revival service this week. St. Barnabas. The St. Barnabas Guild hold an oyster supper at the home of Mr. and Mrs. George Briscoe last Friday evening. It was well attended. There will be given a valentine social on Friday evening. Feburay under the auctions of the St. Barnabas Mission. All are cordially invited to attend. Mrs. Herbert Jackson, who has been on the sick list for several weeks, is much improved at this writing. Mrs. George Russell and daughter, Mrs. George Russell, are defined to the house for the past ten days suffering with heavy colds, are able to be out again. Boston Tillel, who has been on the sick list for the past week, is able to be out again. Charlie Long was confined to his home several days last week, suffer Mrs. S. B. Handy, who has been under treatment in the General hospital at Boston for the past seven weeks, returned here Saturday very much improved. She visited Newport, R. I. and New York city. Mr. Handy accompanied her to Johnstown and will remain a few days. Laurence Taylor is confined to his home suffering with a heavy cold. S. B. Jones, the well-known and efficient janitor of the P. R. R. was suddenly stricken with the hospital in a serious condition. He has the best wishes of a host of friends for a speedy recovery. Social. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Wseward, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Corrigan, were guests of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Ward of Newsbury, last Sunday. Mrs. Essie Shemaker of Chester, Pa., is the guest of her father, Hunter Red, of Holidayburg. Miss Ethel Russell and Miss Mabel Brown, Arthur Thomas and Roy Brown spent Thursday evening at a merry time, Miss Corena Taylor and Mrs. Anna Mosson of Bellwood, were visitors in the city last week. Obituary. The infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ellsworth Jones was buried on the 20th inst. Holmes Ukkerd of 90 Washington and died at his home on Tuesday morning at 6 o'clock, after a few days illness. Mr. Ukkerd was found in the cellar of his home, by his wife on Thursday morning, unconscious and in a serious condition. Mr. Ukkerd is well known and was highly esteemed by all who knew him. The sorrowing friends have deep deep sympathy in their bereavement. Julie Humes died in the Altoona hospital on Monday afternoon, after a brief illness. The remains were sent to Gallitan for burial. Give agent you candidate for Press and give agent you alp on Page One and DO IT NOW. McKEESPORT Revival services at St. Paul A. M. E. church, are accomplishing great good. Sunday was a glorious day. In the morning the pastor, Rev. W. I. Young, delivered a very interesting sermon in the evening. T. S. Lee of Durwensville, occupied the pulpit, preached a very inspiring sermon which was greatly enjoyed by all who were present. On Tuesday evening Rev. J. W. Brown of Kane delivered a practical gospel sermon which was strong and well directed. The meetings are in charge of Rev. C. A. James of Ohio, who is preparing good sermons and laboring. Mme. C. Montgomery, the well-known contrata solist took part in the recital at Bethel church, Pittsburgh last Tuesday evening. Thomas Johnson of Homestead was the guest of Miss Iva Randolph Saturday. Mrs. Martha Jackson, Mrs. Mary Wesley, Miss Louise Brown and Mr. Brisby, formerly of Carlisle, are on the sick list. Funeral services in memory of Oliver Kuhn, who passed away Thursday morning, were held from his late home in home at Almstead street Friday at p. 4. Resident Reeve Robert Bolechheim Baptist church, officiating. Increment was made Saturday morning. Mrs. Sadle Lynch attended the recess at Bethel church. Pittsburgh Tuesday evening. Increment was made, Ms. who was called to Washington, Pa., sometime ago by the illness of her mother, returned some Saturday. Harry Johnson, who has been employed as chauffeur here for some time departed for his home in Dayton. Mrs. McVail of Rankin was the wife of her daughter, Mrs. J. Coleman, Sunday. MEADVILLE (By V. M. D.) The 19ap year social has been post- pened from February 6 to February 15. Mr. Mason, who has been on the clist list, is able to be about. Also the officers of the trustee board are listed on Wednesday. The Courier agent will not have the wrong email address will please settle -Ascnt UNIONTOWN SPARKS AND FLASHES (By Miss Nellie E. E. Grant) The Union Revival. The union revival by the St. Paul A. M. E. church. M. Olivet Baptist church, John Wesley A. M. E. Zion church and M. Rose Baptist church, which was held for five weeks at the different churches alternately, was a grand success. Many persons were brought into the churches as a result. St. Paul A. M. E. Church. The recent revival has been a great blessing to St. Paul. Rev. W. B. Anderson, pastor over the outcrop. The services at St. Paul were well attended last Sunday. The pastor has received 21 persons into the church inside of the last month. Mrs. Drusilla Johns who died at her home in Percy, Pa., January 31 was buried from her late residence on Saturday. She was largely buried and died a large number of people being present from Uniontown. Rev. W. B. Anderson, D. D., officiated. The service was very impressive and most beautiful. The solo "Tell Mother I Will Be There." sung by Miss Teni Robinson, was very affecting. Dr. Anderson spoke of the church, "Brihan's death." Mrs. Johns was a member of St. Paul A. M. E. church for more than forty years. She is survived by a husband, William E. Johns, two sons and three daughters, Benjamin and Charles Johns. Mrs. Sarah Hicks of Connellsville, Mrs. Carrie Swan of Uniontown and Mrs. Edith Hamlet of Uniontown when she died. The remains were laid to rest in Clearview cemetery, Uniontown. William H. Ford Laid to Rest. The funeral of the late William H. Ford, son of Rev. Thomas Ford, was held in Mt. Rose Baptist church on Thursday, February 1. It is said to have been one of the largest attended funerals held in these parts for years. He was a member of the Olivet Baptist church, had charge of the program. He was assisted by Rev. W. B. Anderson, D. D. pastor of St. Paul A. M. E. church, Rev. J. W. Epps, D. D. of Connellsville; Rev. H. J. Starkis, D. D. pastor-Zion church; Rev. A. S. Lomax, pastor-Baptist church; Brownsville; Rev. J. W. Dwelle, D. D. of Brackock; Rev. S. Monon, G. Groebel, and Rev. O. of Euphrae. The flowers sent in from different persons and church clubs were fine and many. The remains were laid to rest in Unionale cemetery. Rev. Dr. Anderson was in Pittsburgh last Tuesday on business. Mr. and Mrs. C. H. Crabble entertained Rev. and Mrs. H. Anderson, Rev. and Mrs. H. Butler, Rev. H. J. and Thomas, and Mrs. Butler at a splendid 6 o'clock dinner on Thursday, February 1. Mrs. W. B. Anderson, wife of Dr. W. B. Anderson, made herself felt during the recent revival by doing effective work surpassing anything ever heard of by a minister's wife. Her name is a household word all over the city. Miss Garcia Carter, Iva Patterson and Bruce Reynolds called on Mrs. Jerricks, who is very ill and held a prayer meeting and song service. The old lady greatly enjoyed the old-time hymns sung by the young folks. Mrs. Mary E. Chapman of Morgantown street, has joined the agency force of the *n*. B. A. E. See her and take out a policy. The very able appeal made on Sunday the Mt. Olivet Baptist church by Mrs. Georgia L. S. Payne, recording secretary for the Pennsylvania State Federation of Negro Women's clubs on behalf of the destitute Negro children of the East Brooke Home, increased the sale of tickets, we venture to say, twofold. The entertainment is to be held February 12, at K. P. hall, for benefit of the home. The reason that Thomas Davis has such a broad smile is—it's a boy. Sunday, February 4, was a red letter day in Zion A. M. E. church, quarterly meeting being conducted by the presiding elder H. Bradley, who was attended at C. M. large collection was lifted. The communion was quite impressive. Rev. H. J. Starkes and his faithful people are moving on. The B. Y. P. U. of the M. Olivet Baptist church is growing rapidly under the leadership of Mrs. Chas. Crable, who seems to be the leader. The program rendered on Sunday evening was of a high order of Christianity. The soils were above the ordinary and the papers also were fine. E. Emory Payne of the N. B. A. read a most excellent paper, subject, "Personal influence. The society, and fraternity show how the students made of notes to the reader, with an urgent request, to read the same February 15, before the society. Mrs. C. C. Robinson of North Side, Pittsburgh, is the house guest of Mrs. T. J. Wines of McCormack avenue. Mrs. Susan Miller of Everett, has returned home after a six weeks visit to Mr. and Mrs. E. Catcher McCormack avenue. Mr. and Mrs. E. C. Catin of McCormick avenue, entertained Mr. and Mrs. C. H. Plumer, Mr. and Mrs. C. Jenkins, Sr. Mrs. Murry and Mrs. Dela Irvin in honor of their aunt, Mrs. Susan Miller of Everett. The Courier to 187 Morgantown street, or over Bell phone 411-B. hv Tuesday noon of each week. Mrs. Georgiana Smothers, aged 68 years, died at noon yesterday at the home of her daughter, Mrs. J. H. Robinson in Coolspring street. The death was caused by a stroke of paralysis on December 27. She was born and lived in Fayette county her entire life. She is survived by one daughter, Mrs. J. H. Robinson. Short funeral services were held at the home of Mrs. Robinson on Wednesday afternoon at 3 o'clock and the body was shipped to Brownville where it was buried at A. M. E. church at 2 p. m. Thursday. Card of Thanks. We wish to thanks our neighbors and friends for their kindness and sympathy shown us during the illness and death of our beloved wife and mother. Mr. W. E. Johns and family. John Wesley A. M. E. Zion Church. Sunday was a great day at Zion church. Rev. D. H. Bradley, presiding elder, preached at night and Rev. Kincaid occupied the pupit at 3 p.m. A very pleasant quarterly conference was held on Monday evening and good. Four united with the church. Last evening at the Mount Olivet Baptist church, the nicest wedding that has occurred in circles in this city for a long time, was sootmized THE COURIER. when Miss Ella Scott became the bride of Frank Jackson. Both are well and favorably known young people of this city. Miss Scott is a daughter of Mrs. Ellen Scott of Cleveland avenue, and has for some time past been a trusted employee at bank and retail departments. Frank Jackson is one of the most trusted young colored men in the city and has been for the past twenty years porter at Chisholm's store. Every detail had been carefully arranged and promptly at 6 o'clock Miss Nellie Grant 'struck up the sweet strains of the Lobengri wedding march and the bridal party entered the church. First came two little flower girls who were followed by the bride and Isaac Lockett, a relative, who gave her away. The maid of honor was Miss Bertha Scott and the best man was William Plummer, Miss Sadie Green and Miss Martha Clopton, both of Vanderbilt, and Miss Leona Hamilton, of Unlontown, were the bridesmaids. The groomms were George Duckett, Arthur and Henderson, the groomms were Louise Smith and Gladys Hamilton. Messrs. W. A. Smith, Ben White, Julius Freeman and Charles Palmer served as ushers. The wedding ceremony was impressive and was performed by Rav. P. H. Thompson. Guests to the number of 250 were present. Testifying to the esteem in which they are held, 25 prominent and people attended the ceremony and people attended the contracting parties. GREENSBURG GREENSBURG (By Martha L. Dickson.) Herbert Jackson, Mrs. Willow Hamlin and Mrs. Lillian Paris were visitors of Mrs. Edith Baker of Muford street, Pittsburgh, on Friday. Miss Myrtle Williams spent Sunday with her parets at McKeesport. Mrs. Julia Fleming has been on the sick list with a severe cold. Mrs. Mary Bucy of Virginia, was the guest of her sister, Mrs. Mason. Seward of Johstown, was visiting his mother, Mrs. Ida Williams on Tuesday. Mrs. Mary Stoker of Arlington, spent a few hours with her sister-in-law, Mrs. Charles Stokes, last Wednesday. Miss Edna Brown, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. B. Brown had a birthday party on Thursday. The invited guests were Master William Ellis, Chester Fleming and Ms. Stella Glahborne. Mrs. Nollie Boyer was in town last week. Mrs. G. Stevenson of Jennette, was visiting in Uniontown for ten days. Mrs. Maria Steward of Hannastown, was a visitor with her niece, Mrs. H. Lee. Mrs. Tucker, Mrs. Love and her granddaughter, Mrs. Pitsewiler were on the Rev Powell on Sunday and also衣瞒戴ed at the Bethel both morning and evening. Mrs. Charles Stokes, Mrs. Martha Demes and Mrs. Clara Dickson were calling on Mrs. George Brown last tuesday evening. Mrs. E. J. Williams was the guest of Mrs. E. J. Williams last week. Miss Dalay Swan of Jeanneette, gave a dinner on Sunday in honor of Miss Nana McKinney and Miss Belva Harris. Mrs. Hanna Williams took dinner with her mother and sister-in-law. Mrs. Emory Stokes. Mrs. Jemile Jackson was also a caller at the parsonage last week. We were glad to have with us again on/last Sunday at church. Mrs. Nichols and Frank Stokes, who have always ill and now able to be out again. The Stewardesses had a banner report this quarter. They raised $35.37 for which the pastor congratulated them. For the raising of the presiding elder's money, the pastor issued envelopes to the Stewardesses. The envelopes were brought in $22.77 for which they feel very grateful. Notwithstanding the cold weather last Sunday, we had a splendid congregation. Our presiding elder was not here for the morning service on account of delay of tran, but Rev. Powell preached his text, which he had love feats and the holy spirit was with us. Our presiding elder was at his best and preached a wonderful sermon in the evening. His text was "Marle." There was thirty-four that communed on last Sunday evening for which the presiding elder congratulated Rev. Powell number that had taken commun at one time since he has been presiding elder here. Everybody is getting ready for the supper and bazaar next week. February 15, and person selling the highest number of tickets over fifty tickets, will be given a day day at which time, we hopes every one will pay their dollar. The men have a fine program which will be rendered both afternoon and evening. Let every one come out. West Newton, Pa (Bry Mrs. Elzj Green.) Sunday was quarterly meeting at St. Paul A. M. E. church and presiding elder, Rev R. H. Rumy, was present and preached inspiring and instructive sermons, both morning and afternoon. Owing to the illness of the little son of Rev Frazier the pastor was unable to attend services on St. Paul and daughters worshiped at St. Paul on Sunday. Mrs. Mary Myles and son Harry entertained Rev R. H. Rumy and Mrs. Dorcass Butler at dawn on Sunday. Miss Katherine Bowman was a McKeesport caller one day last week. Mrs. L. Robinson called on her daughter, Mrs. W. D. Mash of Pas. on Monday. Give agent your candidate for President. See printed slip on Page One and DO IT NOW. Turn Over a New Leaf By subscribing for THIS PAPER FRANKLIN, PA. (By Annie Burke Lawson) Monongahela (By Helen Batch.) A. E. Cassels of Alliance, O. is visiting friends in this city. The Allen Endeavor league of the A. M. E. church elected officers for the ensuing year: Mrs. D. A. McPherson, the former president was reelected. the league is in a nourishing condition and hope to do much this year. Mrs. John Bassett was a caller in Pittsburgh last Thursday. While there she visited the Avery Trade school of which LuLu Aston is a student. Hallie Smith is visiting in Youngstown, O. Mrs. Robert Beasen and son, Vincent Malcourt, are spending a few days with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. S. B. Batch. Miss Helen Batch is still out of school, having her eyes treated in the city. A birthday surprise party was tentered one of the post office officials at which P. M. Simmons was one of the honor guests, February 5. Roy Montgomery is slowly improving after a serious attack of pneumonia. John Herman Parker, the little son of Mr. and Mrs. John Parker, is seriously ill at his home in Fourth street, Oscar McGruder is an over Sunday visitor at Monessen. Mrs. M. B. Jones and Mrs. Pitts were callers at the home of Mrs. Mark Hilton of Eldora Park. Carpenter of South Brownsville, visited her mother, Mrs. Eva Carpenter of Ninth and Coal street, over Sunday. Harry Brooks and Charles White of Monessen, called on the Misses Catherine and Blanch Carpenter on Sunday. P. M. Simmons tendered a solo at the men's day services in Charleroi on Sunday. He also assisted the chorus in song service in the evening. Give agent your candidate for President. See printed slip on Page One and DO IT NOW. Brownsville, Pa. (By Alice Hilton). Kenneth Honesty, a nephew of Mrs. Julia Johns, died at Unitown last week of paralysis. His remains were brought here and funeral services were held from the A. M. E. church on Thursday, February 2, and interment was made in Green Lane center. Services were well attended on Sunday at the A. M. E. church, one of the best class meeting or this conference year was held at 11:45 a.m. at 3 p.m. the Sunday school was very interesting. Officers for the school were as follows: President, Mary M. Brown; secretary, John AttnE; assistant secretary, Miss Jane Crable; program committee, Miss Anna Manning, George Arnett and Harry Prory; treasurer, Mrs. George Carpenter; At 7:45 a.m. sermon was preached by Will Weidle; Exelixx will The revival meetings still continue at both churches. Rev. B. W. Wiley of Elizabeth is assisting Rev. A. S. Lomax with revival at Mt. Lebanon Baptist church. There will be a bap-tizing in the Monongahela river Sunday morning at 11:30 a.m. by Rev. A. S. Lomax at Mt. Lebanon Baptist church. Miss Maragret West left last Wednesday for a visit to her father, Rev. S. P. West, at Chalquhea O. She was accompanied as far as Unionton by her mother. Walter H. Bowlin, who has been quite active, is slowly improving. We hope he will soon be able to return to his place of business in Market street. Mrs. Louise Mossett is suffering with a severe attack of stomach trouble. delicious oyster supper was given at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Stribbion on Friday evening. The trembling was very pleasantly spent. Mrs. King is very ill at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Leslie Florence in Clover street. Mrs. Julia Florence is slowly improving. A young girls club was organized at the parsonage on Monday evening. On February 25 they will have what is known as Young Girls. They hope to raise or funded dollars. Miss Madoline Cushenberry and Clinton Jackson were married on Monday evening, January 29, at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Collins. We wish for them much happiness. Are You in Arrears? are your misdemeanors? You know WE NEED THE MONEY? OIL CITY, PA. Rev. Payne prescheduled two excellent sermons on Sunday. The missionary program was very good. Class no 3 is to be congratulated on their ability in making programs. Next month the program will be in charge of Class No. 4. Rev. Payne assisted in the quarterly meeting services at Franklin on Sunday. Rev. O. Rhinehart of Franklin, will assist in the services here on Sunday. Rev. O. Rhinehart party of 24 young people went to Franklin on Tuesday evening, and arrived in time to attend a musical at the Zion church. Archie Galloway, Mrs. Jane Strothers, Mrs. Robert Stewart, Mrs. Ashby are on the sick list. Mrs. Henry Vaughn is convalescing. Mr. and Mrs. James Dewey, popular caterer Franklin, and their force, catered dinner party of 35 on Saturday day here. Jack Chambers was a visitor in Pittsburgh Sunday week ago. Mrs. Lydia Carrol and grandson, former residents of the city, have removed here again. Noble Johnson was the guest of his and Mrs. Rhea Brown of Franklin on Sunday. The W. N. B.'s met at the home of Miss Grace Jackson on Friday evening. After the routine of business the evening was spent in music and embroidery. At a late hour a very dainty lunch was served by the host. The out-town guest was Miss Lillian Brown of Bradford, who returned home on Monday. Give agent your candidate for President. See printed slip on Page One and DO IT NOW. BUTLER, PA. BUTLER, PA. (By Grace J. Booth.) Sunday, February 11, 1912, will be rally day at the A. M. E. church. Rev. L. W. Lewis will conduct the services. Ernest Greer of Pittsburgh Pa., spent Sunday in Butler, Pa. Charles Barnea is recovering after an illness of several days. W. M. Hill was a visitor in Kaylor, Pa., last week. Charles Barnea conducted services at the Second Baptist church on Sabbath, February 4, on account of the illness of Rev. Graves. John White of Parker, Pa., visited friends and relatives in Butler last week. N. J. Norris of New York was a visitor here on Wednesday and was the guest of N. M. Hill and family of Bluff street. Miss Jean was a guest of Edward Pry has resigned his position at the Nixon hotel and has gone to Youngtown, O. George Holmcs is able to be out again after being confined to his home on Cleveland street for several days with pneumatism. Rev. and Mrs. L. W. Jones were visitors in Pittsburgh, Pa., on Tuesday. Mrs. L. W. Jones was visiting Raymond Baker is able to be around again. Mrs. M. Water and daughter Miss Georgia highly entertained Miss Maze Lowe and Grover Wymm of Wymm and Ernest Greer of Pittsburgh, Pa., at a dinner on Sunday in honor of Miss Jean Waters. MONESSEN, PA. (By Julius Smith.) Mise Edna Pangburn was visiting her brother, William Pangburn, South Side, Pittsburgh, the past week. Rev. Gardner of Monongabea, Pa. A.M. Maynard past. A. M. Church Sunday past. Grand reopening of the Mount Baptist church, Monday night, February 5, 1912, and ending Sunday night, February 11, 1912. All the churches and pastors in the valley have been invited to be present. The public is made aware of the church's day night, February 5, sermon, "The New Testament Church," Rev. A. S. Lomax, pastor, Lebanon Baptist church, Brownsville, Pa.; Tuesday night, February 5, sermon "Christian Growth," Rev. L. C. Garlan, pastor Second Baptist church, Monongahela, Pa.; Wednesday night, February 5, sermon "The Decones to the Church and Pastor," Rev. J. C. Tauton, First Baptist church, Donna, Pa.; Friday night, February 9, sermon, "The Duty of the Decones to the Church and Pastor," Rev. J. C. Tauton, First Baptist church, Donna, Pa.; Friday night, February 9, sermon, "The Unchurched," Rev. W. B. Crawford, pastor, Charleroi; Sunday, February 11, at 11:47 p.m., "The Ideal Church and pastor," Rev. T. Ford, pastor First Baptist church, Unionton, Pa.; 3 p.m., sermon, Rev. A. J. Payne, Morgantown, W. Va.; singing by A. M. E. choir or monessen; 7:30 p.m., sermon, "The Church Outside the Church," Rev. A. J. Payne, St. Paul Baptist church, Monongahela, Pa.; following church will have been invited to sing: First Baptist church, Donna, Pa.; Metropolitan Baptist church, Charleroi; Second Baptist church, Monongahela, and the A. M. E. choir, Monesen, Pa. - All ministers are invited. Two hundred dollars must be raised. Let us do our best to make a sale well as a place for Rev. T. J. Johnson is pastor and Fletcher Parne, church clerk. Mrs. H. Wardfork attended the funeral of her sister in Pittsburgh, Pa. the past week. Mrs. Wm. Jackson of Grant avenue, visited her sister and uncle, Mr. and Mrs. Wendy Jackson, Mrs. Minne Jackson of, Summit avenue, spent Sunday past with Mrs. Robert Tucker. Mrs. F. Payne, Mrs. Franklin and Peerman were shopping in Pittsburgh the past week. Isak Porter was the great of Miss Langer Marilin in Elizabeth, on Sunday. R. S. Payne and E. Payne called on the Misses Davis of Charlerol, Pa. Sunday past. Rev. H. G. Thomas and Mrs. Thomas, Mrs. Belle Jackson D. F. Scott, Mrs. Riley Jackson R. F. Cooper Ody attended men day in Charlerol on Sunday at the A. M. E. church. APOLLO, PA. At 11:30 a. m. Rev. R. W. A. Meson spoke from Psalms xviii. 4 and many amnese were heard he spoke. At 7:30 p. m. the pastor spoke from Hos. il. 15, subject. "The Door of Hope." Mrs. P. A. Coles, wife of Prof. P. A. Coles, our christier, died in the West Penn hospital where she was confined for about three weeks. We of buying this summer call and see my list before deciding, and if I haven't what you want I'll get it for you. Bell Phone 3455-W Grant. RAGE ADJUSTMENT ESSAYS on the NEGRO in AMERICA BY KELLY HILLER Born of the College of Art and Sciences Reward University, Washington RABBED OXAZO ($4.90, postpaid, 10 CENTS Gifted upon booking The Counter is For Sale by the Following Agents Thos. H. Harrison, 1310 Wylie ave. E. K. Thumm, 1400 Wylie ave. Jessie Harris, 909 Wylie ave. Bounts Old Book Store, 805 Wylie Mr. John Peterson, 1613 Franklin st. N. S. Miss Gertrude Belt, 563 Francis street, City. Frank Scott, 2629 Mahon street, City. Mr. Ray Berry, 131 Chalfonte st, Beltzhoover. W. Jones, 2642 Wyle ave. Mr. John Woods, 319 Jackson st. Nr. Mrs. A. L. Anderson, 41 Arthur st. City. Frazier & Brown, Frankstown ave. near Penn. Miss Minnie Harris. 6108 Kirkwood st. city. J. W. Dooley, 20th st.. Homestead, Pa. Mrs. E. H. Brooks, 226 Burton ave., Washington, Pa. Stewart F. Cook, 201, North Seventh street, Steuvenage, O. Mrs. Eva Holmes, 709 6th ave., Beaver Falls, Pa. Miss Marie Tornell, 222 Walnut st, Bellevue, Pa. Miss Ella Kennedy, 1033 Chapline st, Wheeling, W. Va. Miss Ruth Alston, 16 Pulaski st. Dayton, O. Mrs. Mary Broady, 40 Hulburt st. Akron, O. Miss Grace Gant, 106 Cleveland st. Butler, Pa. ATTENTION AGENTS We find by being lentient with some of our agents they are not settling their accounts promptly. However, it will be necessary for all agents to settle weekly before we will send any notice. We regret this action is necessary. BY OWNER FITTSBURG COURIER FUB. 00 extend our sympathy to the bereaved. We are glad to hear that Mrs. Hayden, a patient at the Allegheny General is still improving. He received many nice presents. Meadames Jackson, Johnson and James, were callers at the parsonage. He pastor and wife and Mr. and Mrs. Parks were callers at the home of Mrs. Walker, who is indisposed. Harry L. Barrett spent last Sunday in Pittsburgh. Mrs. Clever Enty and daughter. Miss Charlotte, are visiting friends in Pittsburg during the week. M. E. Zion church, will preach at 11 a. m. and S. p. m. Sunday school at 9:30 a. m. We cordially invite all to these services. J. Laurence Landin has been appointed as clothing saxonian for the Spencer Mead Company of Chicago. See Mr. Landin for your spring sirt. Chambersburg (Bg Mary, McGH). The churches were hindered last Sunday owing to failure of the furnaces to sufficiently heat. Mrs. Arthur Welis has been on the sick list but is now very much improved. George Miller is also on the sick list. Mrs. Florence Clay and daughter are visiting Mrs. A. C. Welis, her daughter. On Tuesday evening, the ladies of St. James' church and headed by Mrs. Henrietta Smith, gave a leap year party. They had the invited guests to meet at the church where they was a carriage awaiting them to a brilliant and an enjoyable affair. The members and friends of the John Wesley church will render the "Ten Virgins," a play, on Wednesday evening. They have been practicing for two weeks and it bids fair to be successful. Rev. Galas of Shippey burg, was a visitor to the city this week, he visited well and seconded it. The friends are pleased to see Mrs. Mattie Norris out again after being confined in the house battling with sickness. It is said that there is a smile on the face of one, Marshall Williams. the reason is that he can now smile into the face of Marshall. Mrs. Jennie Coleman and Mrs. Katie Norman entertained on Monday evening in honor of Miss Alice Barnett of Winchester, Va. DO IT NOW Saturday for THIS PAPER SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 1912 CONNELLSVILLE. CONNELLSVILLE. (By M. L. Washington.) Mt. Zion Baptist Church. The zero weather is upon us but discouraged the members and friends from turning out in large numbers both morning and evening to fill their places in Zion. The sisters' prayer meeting has been the means of giving much inspiration to the services. At 10:30 Sunday morning Sister Minnie Coles and Emma Green led the meeting. Rev. W. L. Jenkins and Rev. Robert Rucker of Homestead, conducted the morning service. Rev. Jenkins preached an uplifting sermon and Rev. Rucker spoke also. The union services that were held in the Payne A. M. E. church closed last Friday, night. These services were enjoyed by all who attended. We feel that the Lord has blessed them and that Christians have been encouraged and the churches have been revived. Our revival services opened on Sunday morning. The Lord came to us and many hearts were filled until our cups overflowed. J. W. Strange, superintendent of the Sunday school of the Payne A. M. E. church exchanged with our superintendent, Wm. Johnson, last Sunday. The Sunday schools enjoyed this change. At 7 p. m. Sisters A. C. Walker and Katie Johnson conducted the devotional exercises. Rev. Jenkins preached at 8 p. m. A number of persons came forward for prayer and there was one conversion. Prof. Pryor and Rev. and Mrs. Jordan of Florida, in company with several ladies from New York city, sang a selection for us that charmed the hearts of all that heard them. A large number of people from here attended the funeral services of Rev. J. H. Pryor at Vanderbilt last Wednesday. Rayne A. M. E. Church. Payne A. M. M. On last Sunday afternoon the funeral services of George Truss, the oldest members of P.A. M. E. church was held in that church. Rev. T. Taggart, pastor, delivered the sermon and Rev. R. D. Epps, pastor of Mt. Zion Baptist church, assisting him. Rev. Jenkins of Blaireville, Pa., was also present. The church was filled to the utmost capacity. Mr. Truss is survived by two daughters and one son. On last Wednesday night Rev. Jenkins of Blaireville, Pa., preached an excellent sermon in the Payne A. M. E. church at the union revival services and Rev. Smith of Shiloh Baptist church of Pittsburgh, was also present and delivered a most able talk. The Mite Missionary was entertained by Meedanah and Martha Stanton at the home of the latter on last Thursday afternoon. After a very pleasant business session a dainn- Mrs. T. H. Browne of Vanderbilt will entertain the society the first Thursday in March. Rev. and Mrs. Epps attended the funeral of William Ford at Unipon town on Thursday. Prof. P. Pryor and Mrs. Olie Jordan of Florida, were guests of Mrs. M. J. Epps on Saturday. Howard Jenkins of Scottdale, Pa., was calling at the parsonage on Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Robinson were called to Bellaire, O. Friday on account of the illness of Rev. Matt Hogues. Mrs. Robinson's brother. Rev/R. Bell, pastor of A. M. E. Zion church of Scottsdale, Pa. was the guest of Rev. Taggart and family. Miss Estela Dorcas was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. J. N. Straughter last week. Mrs. Terrill Duncan of Uniontown, Pa. has been visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. George L. Washington for the past two weeks. Henry Baker made a flying trip to Pittsburgh and Wheeling on Sunday. Rev. Epps conducted the funeral services on Saturday of little Charlie Dorman, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Gorman of Trotter. Pa. Nat Jones spent a few days in town last week. Miss Retta Gibbons, daughter of Rev. and Mrs. J. T. Gibbons of Morgantown. W. Va., was the house guest of the Misses Mamie and Sadie Taggart last Tuesday, enroute from Philadelphia, Pa. to her home in Morgantown. Wm. Johnson, brother and wife of Pittsburgh, are here to make their future home for awhile. The stork visited the home of Mr. and Mrs. C. F. Washington last Saturday evening and left a bouncing, bright-eyed baby girl. Mrs. Mary Johnston and Mrs. Ada Hick attended the funeral of Mrs. on Saturday. Johns P. Perkins All four for the Courier will be pleased to have them by Tuesday noon give them to or mail to P. O. Box 96. ELIZABETH (By Elizabeth F. Scott) Quarterly meeting will be held at Allen Chapel on next Sabbath, February 11. Presiding Elder Rev. N. D. Temple will be present at the evening service. Quarterly conference will be Monday evening. Rev. C. E. Wheeler has postponed his quarterly at West Elizabeth from February 11 until some later date. Rev. T. A. J. West has resigned his pastorate at Clearfield and Curwensville on account of H. Heard at present he is assisting Rev. W. N. Young of McKeesport, with his revival. There will be a valentine social at the A. M. E. church on Thursday, February 18. The Mrs. Zion Baptist church closed their contest for the one hundred piece dinner set on January 20, 1912. Mrs. Lido M. Butcher and Mrs. Vaughan Batch were the contestants. Mrs. Butcher raised $20 and was the successful winner of the prize. Mrs. Batch raised $19. Rev. B. J. Wiley and his congregation highly approves the work of the contestants. There will be an entertainment at Baptist church on Saturday evening, February 10. Rev. B. J. Wiley is conducting revival services for Rev. A. S. Lomax of Brownville this week. Miss Minnie C. Jones has gone to Erie, Pa., to spend several months. Mrs. Mae Porter and Mrs. Fred, Batch were McKeesport callers last week. H. J. Walker attended a call meeting of the Pube City Company, No. 9, of the U. R. on Monday evening at McKeesport and was elected second lieutenant of that body. Are You in Arrears on your subscription? You know WE NEED THE MONEY ABRAHAM LINCOLN KRIEGHOFF AFTER CHOTO Lincoln's Story of His Life F special interest at this moment is the brief sketch of Abraham Lincoln's life which he furnished for publication when he was pitted against Stephen A. Douglas for senator of Illinois in rums as follows: F special interest at this moment is the brief sketch of Abraham Lincoln's life which he furnished for publication when he was pitted against Stephen A. Douglas for senator of Illinois in runs as follows: "I was born February 12, 1809, in Hardin county, KY. My parents were both born in Virginia of undistinguished families—second families perhaps I should say. My mother, who died in my tenth year, was of a family of the name of Hanks, some of whom now reside in Adams, and others in Macon county, Ill. My paternal grandfather, Abraham Lincoln, emigrated from Rockingham county, Va. to Kentucky about 1781 or 1782, where, a year or two later, he was killed by Indians, not in battle, but by stealth, when he was laboring to open a farm in the forest His ancestors, who were Quakers, went to Virginia from Berks county, Pa. An effort to identify them with the New England family of the same name ended in nothing more definite than a similarity of Christian names in both families, such as Enoch, Levi, Mordecal, Solomon, Abraham and the like. "My father at the death of his father was but 6 years of age, and he grew up literally without education. He removed from Kentucky to what is now Spencer county, Ind., in my eighth year. We reached our new home about the time the state came into the Union. It was a wild region, with many bears and other game animals still in the woods. There I grew up. There were some schools, so-called, but no qualification was ever required for a teacher beyond readin', writin' and cipherin' to the rule of three. If a struggler supposed to understand Latin happened to sojourn in the neighborhood he was looked upon as a wizard. There was absolutely nothing to excite ambition for education. "Of course when I came of age I did not know much. Still, somehow, I could read, write and cipher to the rule of three; but that was all. I have not been to school since. The little advance I now have upon this store of education I have picked up from time to time under the pressure of necessity. I was raised to farm work, which I continued till I was 22. At 21 I came to Illinois and passed the first year in Macon county. Then I got to New Salem, at that time in Sangamon, now Managard county, where I remained a year as a part of clerk in a store. Then same the Black Hawk war, and I was elected a captain of volunteers, a success which gave me more pleasure than any I have had since. I went through the campaign, was elected, ran for the legislature the same year (1522) and was beaten—the only time I have ever been beaten by the people. The next and three succeeding biennial elections I was elected to the legislature. I was not a candidate afterward. During this legislative period I had studied law, and removed to Springfield to practice it. "In 1846 I was once elected to the lower house of congress. Was not a candidate for re-election. From 1849 to 1854, both inclusive, practiced law more assiduously than ever before. Always a Whig in politics and generally on the Whig electoral ticket, making active canvases. I was losing interest in politics when the repeal of the Missouri compromise arose me again. What I have done since then is pretty well known. "If any personal description of me is thought desirable, it may be said I am in height six feet four inches Lincoln's Letter Washington to Mrs. Pridy, Boston, Mass. Dear Madam, I have of the War Department a General of Massachusetts that five sons who have died glor I feel how weak and frust mine vehicle shyled attent grief of a loss so overwhelming from tendering you the imso in the thanks of the republic pray that our Heavenly Dear of your honourment, and be memory of the loved and be that must be yours to have apron the alter of freedom. Yours very sincerely Among the truly great acts of the thoughtfulness which impelled him to sorely afflicted mother. Among the truly great acts of the Emancipator must be counted the thoughtfulness which impelled him to write this letter of consolation to a sorryly afflicted mother. Lincoln's Speeches and Letters --- tion of that vast volume of eulogy still fresh upon us, it may sound paradoxical to hint that Lincoln is even now without honor in his own country. Perhaps you have noticed that while paradoxes are not always true, as Mr. G. K. Chesterton would have us believe an astonishingly large number have much truth in them. So it is with this one. Of course we are all able to recount anecdotes about the young rail-splitter, the country storekeeper, the struggling lawyer, the stump speaker, the presidential nominee, the Great Emancipator. We can tell some of his own yarns and jokes. I wonder if Lincoln's habit of joking is not the very reason we have withheld his full meed of worship. We are so prone to laugh at, as well as with, the man who seems to aim at entertainment. Let us not forget that Lincoln's stories and masterly funned were only escape valves for his feelings. Well, 'all these superficial things, I say, we know and appreciate, to be sure; we listen to little sermons on "qualities" that he is said to have possessed; we have heroic half mystical notions about him; he has become a myth. But do we know his words? Have we drunk his bottomless wisdom? Are we vaccinated by the Lincoln literature against cant and cowardice? The man, statesman, martyr, is written in letters so large that to many it may seem anti-climax to turn to the smaller print and read Lincoln, the writer of letters and maker of speeches. Yet here I venture that he is no less great. No real man of letters is a mere man of letters. You and I and all sensible people have no patience with the man who writes or talks, not because he must, but because he can. The writer who has no purpose in writing other than literary style may not be as obnoxious as some other parasites, but his importance in the real world of victory and defeat is certainly represented by a minus sign. Lincoln' is one of the fortunate few whose genius kept pace on all sides. --- nearly, lean in flesh, weighing on an average 180 pounds; dark complexion, with coarse black hair and gray eyes. No other marks or brands recollected. "Yours very truly. "A. LINCOLN." This was written a couple of years before he ran the first time for president. "The rest," as the phrase is, "is history." Though Douglas beat him for senator, the popular vote of the state was with him, as the legislative returns showed, namely, for Lincoln 126,048, for Douglas 121,940. In his first campaign for the presidency Lincoln received 180 of the 303 electoral votes, and had a plurality of 491,295 of the popular vote in a total of 4,608,193. In his second campaign he received 212 electoral votes out of 233, leaving McChellan only 21, and he had a clear majority of 411,428 in the popular vote. Thus, as in the tribute of London Punch, by Tom Taylor, the dramatist, when the assassin's bullet had laid him low, his course and conduct of the war had been vindicated: So he grew up, a destined work to do. And lived to do it: four long suffering years. I'll fare, I'll feel, I'll report lived through, and then he, heard theisses change to cheers. His work was done, but he was cut off in his hour of triumph. EXPERIENCE NEW TO LINCOLN But He Had to Admit That One Time He Got the Worst of It in a Horse Trade. FRIEND. a prominent Illinois judge, and Lincoln were bantering each other as to their knowledge of horses. THE HUNTING FIELD "Tell you what, judge,' Lincoln quoted himself as saying. 'I'll test this thing with a real horse trade. I'll go it blind, too. Each of us must go, now, and bring his horse; and we are to swap even. If either of us refuse the exchange, he must forfeit $25." "The judge agreed. A crowd assembled while we sought the horses. By and by the judge arrived with his—the bonest, awaybacked, foundered, galled jade, blind in both eyes, that I ever saw. I followed, with the carpenter's horse I'd relied on. Everybody roared, but I knew the joke was on me. "Judge,' I told him. 'I'll stand by the bargain—but it's the first time I've ever got the worst of it in a horse trade.'" THE MUSICIAN Occasionally a man makes a mistake which proves to be fortunate and profitable. Nevertheless, it is not a good plan to go about making mistakes. I have been shown as the filer of the Man Department a statement of the Appointment General of Massachusetts that you are the mother of five sons who have died gloriously on the field of battle. I feel how hard and frightful must be any word of mine which should attempt to legitimate you from the grief of a loss or overwhelming: But I cannot refrain from tending you the isolation that may be found in the shores of the republic they died to save me. I pray that our Memory Father may manage the anguish of your burdens, and leave you only the thirstest memory of the loved and lost, and the solitude pride that must be yours to have held so with a sacrifice upon the utter of freedom. Your any sincerity and respectfully Photographer HE COURIER ************************************************************ NLY three years ago the whole world united in loving memory of the one hundredth anniversary of the birth of Abraham Lincoln. With the recollec 0 Loyal Americans have perhaps been too close to the massive features of their hero to admire sufficiently his symmetry. The colossal effect has blinded us to some of the colossal details. The British have done better. I understand that one and only one specimen of American oratory is proounded perfect at Oxford university and studied with loving care. Of course this is the Gettysburg speech. I know there are good reasons why Englishmen dislike the speeches of John Adams and Patrick Henry, but their judgment is right in this case, despite their prejudice.) No more nearly perfect utterance ever issued from the mouth of man. More or less homage, certainly, has been paid to the Gettysburg address. That government of the people, by the people, for the people, shall not perish from the earth" is becoming the slogan of a newly awakened America in her battle against "principalities and powers." The second inaugural address also, and the Cooper institute speech with its famous ending. "Let us have faith that makes right, and in that faith let us to the end dare to do our duty as we understand it." We fairly well known by name, and sometimes read. But there are so many wise, tender, magnificent things from the pen of Lincoln, which, though they are within the reach of all, remain practically inroad. We doff our hats to them when they are referred to, and take them as a matter of course. "Matter if course" really spells indifference. Let us make a journey to the well ourselves. What of that famous "I would save the Union" letter that he sent to Horce Greeley, in which he riddled the editor of the New York Tribune with the most delicious satire. Do you know it? What of his reply to the working-pen of Manchester, the letters to McCullan, Grant, Seward, the note to burrow Weed, in which, referring to its recent inaugural address, he says: "Men are not flattered by being shown. Let there has been a difference of purpose between the Almighty and them. To deny it, however, in this case is to deny that there is a God governing the world. It is a truth which thought needed to be told!" Do you catch the sublime simplicity and modesty of this last? What of that masterpiece to General Hooker? General: I have placed you at the head of the Army of the Potomac. Of course, I have do not impatient to appease you with the sufficient reasons, and yet I think it best for you to know that there are some things in regard to which I am not quite satisfied with you. . . . I have heard in such a way as to believe it, of your recently saying that both of us would need a dictator of course, it was not for this, but in spite of it, that I have given you the command Only those generals who gain success can set up dictators. What I now ask of you is military success, and I will rial the dictatorship. What of that letter to Mrs. Bixby "the mother of five sons who have died gloriously on the field of battle!" He ended this note to an obscur woman, "Yours very sincerely and so spectfully, Abraham Lincoln;" where as to the powerful Greeley he did not deign the courtesy of his full name: "Yours, A. Lincoln." One likes to see that down in black and white. What of his "Lost Speech," made Bloomington, Ill., in 1856, at the organization of the Republican party and socalled because all the reporters conquered by his eloquence, forgot it take notes? One young lawyer kept his head better than the others and managed to get some shorthand notes. From these and from a remarkable memory he wrote down years after what all surviving hearers unite it calling an accurate rendering of this unique speech. Much has been written of Lincoln's humor—as though he were a mere jokemaker. To me this humor was a far bigger and grander thing than his fooling His anecdotes, brilliant and illuminating as they were, like summer lighting, merely indicated the remote storm below the horizon. His humor was his sanity—his balance. He knew how to do the right as he saw the right and bide the "well done" of the future. This Illinois rallisplitter reminds me of no one so much as Jesus, the son of the Nazarene carpenter. Lincoln was second only to one in being the tallest, saddest, wisest, most humorous mar since time was. Read the Cooper institute address and try to find a single statement that could have been made plainer. You will be doomed to failure, I think, but such a failure is a delight—Exchange FELT WEIGHT OF HIS BURDEN Incident illustrates in Remarkable Degree the Strength and Humility of Lincoln. In the American Magazine Ida M. Tarbell told a new story of Abraham Lincoln. It is a story of Lincoln told her by Billy Brown, a man in Springfield, Ill., who knew Lincoln from his youth up. Billy Brown visited Lincoln in the White House. Following is a passage which gives the reader a wonderful conception of Lincoln's humility and of his sympathies for the soldiers: "We was still a while and then Mr. Lincoln began talkin', more to himself than to me." "A million men, a mighty host—and one word of mine would bring the million sleeping boys to their feet—send them without a word to their guns—they would fall in rank—brigade on brigade, regiment on regiment, corps on corps, a word more and they would march steady, quiet, a million men in step straight ahead, over fields, through forests, across rivers. Nothing could stop them—cannons might tear holes in their ranks, and they would fill them up, a half million might be bled out of them, and a word of mine would bring a half million more to fill their place. Oh, God, my God,' he groaned, under his breath, 'what am I that thou shouldst ask this of me! What am I that thou shouldst ask this of me! What am I that thou shouldst trust me.'so.' "Well, I just dropped my head in my hands—seemed as if I oughten to look at him—and the next thing I know Mr. Lincoln's arm was over my shoulder and he was sayin' in that similin' kind of a voice he had. 'Don't mind me, Billy. The Lord generally knows what he's about and he can get kid of me quick enough if he sees I ain't doin' the job—quicker than the Copperheads can." Just like him to change so. Didn't want anybody to feel bad. But I never forgot that, and many a time in my sleep I've heard Abraham Lincoln's voice cryin' out. 'Oh, God, my God, what am I that that should ask this of me?' and I've groaned to think how often through them awful years he must have lifted up his face with that look on it and asked the Lord what in the world he was doing that thing for." 2635 WYLIE AVENUE The Largest Colored Grocery, Meal and Prevision Stores in Pittsburgh We Succeed Because We Strive to Please WM. H. THOMPSON, Prost The Original Poro Hair Grower MRS. POPE-TURNBO. MRS. L. L. ROBERTS. 4 Years ago my Hair was only a finger length, and my temples were bald half way up my head. 4 Years ago my Hair just covered my sho-ders. Imitation is the sincerest flattery; and the fact that so many people or St. Louis and throughout the country think it worth while to imitate "PORO" HAIR GROWER is the best proof of the merits of "Poro." We were the first to engage in the business of growing the half regardless of its condition and the condition of the scalp, and in our work have used the preparation which is known as "Poro." 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The Sewing circle was entertained in its regular meeting at the home of Mrs. Johnson of Elm street. Albert Williams has recently moved from Third ward to East College street. Mrs. A. W. Griffin and daughter, Miss Grace, visited Mrs. Batch, Mrs. Griffin's daughter, in Washington, last Saturday. Mrs. Griffin spent several days with her daughter. Mrs. Kate Williams is on the sick list. Little Ethel Betts, daughter of Warren Betts of Chartiers street, received an ugly cut on the hand when she accidentally slipped and fell on an ice walk several days ago. It required six stitches to close the wound. The young people around and about town have enjoyed two weeks of fine sport skating on the ice pond. Some put on skates for the first time, but with the old of others soon learned to balance themselves and skim over the glass surface. Mrs. Lida Collins, Mrs. John Walls, Mrs. Dessa Grooms, Mrs. Eliza Wheeler and George Betts, are numbered among the sick. George Brown of Payne place, who has been confined to his bed the past four weeks with rheumatism, is improving and is able to sit up. A surprise party and donation was given in honor of Rev. Fletchel Williams, pastor of Mr. Olive Baptist church, and wife at their home in Ridge avenue, last Saturday evening. A large number of friends enjoyed the evening and a nice sum of money and many provisions were received by the pastor. Although the attendance at Payne Chapel was not so large as usual last Sunday the services were of a high spiritual nature. The pastor was assisted by Mrs. Rebecca Aldridge of Pittsburgh, who spoke morning and evening. At 3:30, immediately following Sabbath school, when Mrs. Aldridge addressed the young people in the interest of their soul's intention, an instructive address is given to men and boys by Re. W. P. Alkin pastor of the Charleston T. P. church. This closed the angelistic meetings which have been carried on for more than weeks. During the day 13 large people expressed a desire to lead Christian lives and united with the church. Mrs. Margaret Clark entertained in honor of her husband's birthday qs Fittsburg Office 6289 Frankstown Ave. Mrs. W. A. Clay Monday evening. A number of friends were present and the evening was pleasantly spent. WAYNESBURG (By Mary H. Workman.) Reopening of Franklin Street A. M. E church Sunday, February 11, 1912. Mrs. W. N. Tate entertained the Fanny Work club at her home in North Morris street, last Thursday. Dainty refreshments were served. Mr. and Mrs. H. S. Williams entertained at a stager dinner on last Thursday evening. About 12 were present, including Pho Foster of Ontario, Canada. The table was handsomely decorated with carnations. a seven-coarse dinner was served. The evening was spent in smoking and card playing and at a rather late hour all retired to their homes. S. J. Suttles fell on his way home from school. We wish for his speeds recovery. We wish for his speeds recovery. CHARLEROI (By Mabel J. Webster.) The Men's day services held at St. James A. M. E. church on Sabbath, was a grand success, although the ladies can boast of the majority in attendance. Mrs. Rachel White of Boever, Pa. is assisting Rev. L. V. Jones in the revival service this week. Rev. and Mrs. H. L. Emerson entertained at dinner on Sabbath evening for Richard Morgan and cousin, Miss Elizabeth Davis of Donora. Thos. Gandin, who is suffering from a severe attack of typhoid-pneumonia, is not improving much at this writings. Mrs. Fox is able to be out again. The Jolly club met in their regular business meeting on Tuesday evening. They expect to have Girl's day the first Sunday in March. Mrs. H. L. Emerson was a Pittsburgh shopper on Monday. Frank Morgan of Pittsburgh, was the guest of Miss Laura Galins recently. Allen Griffy and Miss Mildred Burrell of Belle Vernon worshipped here on Sabbath. Quite a number of friends from the neighboring towns attended the Men's day exercises on Sabbath. Miss Ellen Johnson is improving also is Mrs. Katheryne Fredwood. William Thomas was a Charierol caller on Sabbath. Miss Dorothy Ankrum of Coal Center, is visiting her sister, Mrs. Charles Smith. The Pittsburg Courier is on file at Orange Institute Purple Room. WATCH THE COURSE GROW! FOUR MAIN OFFICE: 1209 Wylie Avenue. Telephones: 2140 Grant and Hill 699-W. All communications must be addressed to the Pittsburgh Courier, signed by the author, not later than Wednesday of each week. High class advertisements accepted at reasonable rates upon application. News, interesting to the public, will be published free if void of advertising matter. Local advertisements, 1 cent per word. All remittances should be made by check, post office or express money order, and sent to Pittsburgh Courier Publishing Company, Inc., 1209 Wylie avenue. Incorporated under the laws of Pennsylvania, 1910. Entered as second class matter at the Pittsburgh Post Office, May 10, 1910, under the Act of March 3, 1879. SPECIAL NOTICE All matter intended for publication in the Courier must be written on one side of paper. Social, church and personal news will be freely published. Essays and poetry are only accepted for publication from our special correspondents. All persons subscribing for the Courier will kindly renew subscription when the same shall be expired without further notice from us. Any agent or official whose conduct is unbecoming or discourteous to our subscribers or advertisers will kindly report in writing to Pittsburgh Courier Publishing Company. ABRAHAM LINCOLN. Once again we approach the natal day of the immortal Lincoln. As people we can not forset the deference we owe his memory. His life is being repeated every day in the bosoms of men who have the moral courage to emulate his example. It is but fitting that we turn aside from the routine of daily duties and give expression to our appreciation of the liberator. No better opportunity could be afforded us for reflection upon the progress made since he gave us a place in this great country, and as a people, we can not afford to let the 12th day of February pass without finding something said and something done as evidence of the gratitude of a race, the citizenship of which began with the immortal Proclamation. TO CHANGE VENUE. The Supreme Court has been asked to take the reminder of the Coatsville cases from Chester county where a conviction of the burners of Zach Walker seems impossible and to provide a trial for the remaining seven participants that will prove a vindication of the name of Pennsylvania. Every citizen of the State will welcome such a move. Not because Walker was a Negro, but because this is the only chance the State has to go on record as either tolerating lynching or crushing it. The only thing to be regretted is that a change of venue was not asked before the first three were set free by the county juries. If by a change of venue, the remaining seven are convicted, what disposition can be made of the three already acquitted. They can not be tried a second time, and certainly the Commenceal must rely upon the same testimony to convict the remaining seven that was used against the acquitted three. While we are not in favor of acquitting one set of lynchers and convicting another, it certainly will appear inconsistent for three to be acquitted and seven convicted by the same testimony. --- It appears that the City Council has decided to reduce taxation in the city by cutting down expenses; and this to be done by cutting down appropriations for the various departments where a cut is possible. We are informed that the Department of Public Works and the Department of Health are to bear the larger portion of the sacrifice. Director Armstrong of the former department is quoted as saying that he can dispense with many of the employees in his department, including about 111 less men than are now employed. These 114 men are to be taken from the positions held by the common laborer, and this is where the Negro will be most affected. We have a few white winters employed by the city now, but if the "court" is to be made by eliminating the laborer, we must expect to have a still smaller number drawing their pay from the city. The taxable property owned by us in the city warrants some effort on our part to have as many Negroes retained as possible; and certainly something should be done before the edict is issued. GET REGISTERED NOW Soon the vote-getter will be active in the interest of his candidate for this or that office, and every man who has a vote will find himself a valuable asset in the eyes of the politician. Too, there may arise a necessity for a few votes in behalf of a Negro candidate, and certainly we do not wish to defeat ourselves by our own failure to secure the necessary qualifications. No one will probably realize the value of his vote until he is called upon for it: no one may hope to cast a vote who willfully neglects to provide himself with it. As long as we neglect to register, so long will we be ignored politically, for the very plain reason, we are of no value. It is utter folly to boast of a Negro population of 16,000 when we have only about 9,000 actual voters. What we need is to register every Negro in the city and county, and then when we are approached for our ballot, we, like the Hebrews, may ask: What shall we receive in return for our support. Numbers count for naught in politics; it is the votes, nothing less. Get registered now. A GRAVE PROBLEM. Out in the little town of Homestead one James Johnston, one time police officer of the town, circulated a petition asking for support from the business men of the town in his effort to be reinstated on the force. The Councilmanic body is opposed to placing any Negro upon the police roll, and flatly refuses to do such a thing on the grounds that it would not be for "the good of the town." They express a willingness to take care of the Negroes of the town in other places of equal prominence and remuneration, but the police force is not the place. What will the Negroes of Homestead do about this situation; it is their cause, whether defended or abandoned. Again it is reported that China has doomed the garb of a Republic and has established a provisional government pending the election of a President. The appointment of a committee on "dynamite and bombs" might be in order at this juncture. Now the question is: Did LaFollette fall or was he pushed? LOCAL NEWS The Twin City Married ladies circle will meet at the residence of Mrs. Lesthia Anders in 804 West Jefferson street, North Side, on Friday evening, February 8. All members are requested to be present. Invitations are now out for their grand reception to be given at Arcade hall, Valentine night, February 14. The Mutual Real Estate Investment Company has included in their list of property purchased a two-story building containing a store room located at 2032 Wylie avenue. The Twin City Athletic club, one of the best known colored clubs of Western Pennsylvania, will be represented by one of the strongest baseball teams ever gotten together in this city. The manager would like to hear from some good fast third baseman. Write J W. Jones, Wylie and Francis streets. Mrs. Minnie Massie, aged 28, colored, died in her room, on the third floor of 7 Crawford street, at 9 a.m. Saturday, from a knife wound in the abdomen, supposed to have been inflicted during a fight in her room last Thursday night. Marion White, aged 40, colored, of 14 Pasture street., was arrested by Detective George W. Cole in connection with the death of the woman and taken to the Central police station. White went to see the woman shortly before 9 o'clock last Saturday. The woman sent White for a physician, and when White had the woman dead, Mrs. Ellen Kanee, who resides on the second floor, told Detective Cole that on Thursday night there was a fight in the room occupied by the dead woman. White told Detective Cole that Mrs. Massie told him that she had a fight with two women and a man, all colored, on Thursday night, and that she had been stabbed. The husband of the dead woman is employed at Uniontown. Mrs. Massie had resided at the Crawford street house for about a week. Bayless' — the place to eat — 1209 Wylie avenue. Edward Mahoney, a chauffeur employed by C. M. DuPuy, of Parish Lane, was arranged last Friday before Magistrate J. J. Kirby at the Central Police Station charged with reckless driving and was discharged. Mrs. Anna M. Socks, mother of Charles and Herman Socks, printers, fell Thursday evening of last week and broke her right wrist. Mrs. Harry Skinner of Maripoe avenue, was the guest Sunday week of Miss Helen Jackson of Carver street, and Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Finley of Duff street. Miss Robbie Richardson left February 2 for New York where she took the steamer Comanche over the Clyde line for Florida, where she will spend the Lenten season. Mr. and Mrs. Robert A. Lewis are now domiciled at No. 24 Judaia street, where they will be pleased to welcome their friends. Robert H. Avis formerly of Butler Pa., where he resided at the home of Andrew Brown, was a ghost of "Broadac Smith" for a week. Mr. Avis is a route to Columbus, O. "Sixth and Seventh Books of "Morus" "Albertus Magnus." "Long Lose Friend" at Mount's Old Book Shoppeh 602 Wylie avenue. The East End dancing school will give a Red Moon dance at Arcade hall on Monday, February 12. The hat will be decorated with Japanese lanterns and red electric effects. Robinson's full orchestra. Admission 35 cents. Dances, 8 to 2. Grand prize will be in a 11 book. On Friday, February 9. Prof. J. Miller will arrange a program for Sunday, February 4. to be assisted at Warren M. E. church. He will be assisted by the former and present Junior choir. All the members of these choirs will meet on Monday night for a rehearsal. 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. Douglas, treasurer; Cumberland Posey, captain basket ball team; P. H. Cearon, Seacow team; William S. Rickey, Seacow posey, James Dorsay, Isabel Lee, Walter Clarke, Sellers Hall, Howard Hall, Robert Lovett, Charles M. Rickmond, Jesse Brown. In view of the fact that the Monti- ```markdown ``` GAS ADMINISTERED DR. BISHOP'S MOUTH AND TOOTH WASH hardens the gums, purifies the mouth and assists in arresting the progress of decay. BELL PHONE 2251-R GRANT. Office Hours—Daily—2 a. m. to 2 p. m.; 5:30 p. m. to 9 p. m. Sunday, 2 p. m. to 4 p. m. cello Athletic association expects to bring the Howard University basket ball team here for a game during March, a dance will be heed at Arcade hall, February 16, 1912, in order to raid funds to defray the expenses. Institutions have been issued for this affair and it is hoped that friends of the M. A. A. will show their appreciation of their efforts by attending this function. Safe—To place your insurance with the Thomas T. Jackson Agency. Bell Phone 9104-J Grant, 206 Wylie avenue, Pittsburgh, Pa. Rev. T. C. H. Messer, after having conducted successful revival services at East Liverpool, O., has returned home. The Courier is now on sale at the Liberty Pharmacy, 6319 Broad street, East End, city. News items left there before Wednesday noon of each week will be telephoned into the main office for current issue. At the midwinter fair soon to be held at Rodman Street Baptist church, the Coles Co-Operative Company, who have charge of the entertainment for Friday, February 23, announce an evening devoted to business people. All members of the race engaged in any line of business are invited to be present and to give short talks on their lines. This is a new departure in church entertainments and judging from the widespread awakening among our people to the demands of this day of business a large crowd will attend. Bayless' — the place to eat — 1209 Wylip avenue. Miss Sara Shavis of East Liverpool, O. visited friends here on Thursday. Among the cities guests from nearby towns are Harry L. Burrett, Mrs. Slever Enty and daughter, Miss Charlotte, all of Apollo, Pa. Mrs. Chas, Haddee and her brother, H. L. McGruder, were called to their home in Winchester, Va. Last Friday, by the sudden death of their sister, They returned on Monday. Monday, February 12. Martin R. Delaney circle, No. 122, ladies of the G. A. R. will celebrate Lincoln-Douglas day. The affair will be held at the residence of Mrs. C. A. Washington in 1803 Island avenue, North Side, from 4 to 12 p. m. Take Brighton road cars to Island avenue. Mrs. John Bassett of Monongahela City, was a caller in the city last Thursday visiting Avery Trade school, North Side. The residence of Mrs. E. J. Moore, North Side, was the scene of a beautiful appointed birthday reception held in honor of the hostess. Mr. Moore, the congenial husband, had arranged the program for the entertainment of Mrs. Moore and her friends. Covers were laid for eight couples, taken chiefly from among the recently married. Mrs. Love and Miss Tucker and her granddaughter visited Greensburg last Sunday as guests of Rev. Powell, pastor of Bethel A. M. E. church there. Miss Nellie Douglas of Webster avenue, who has been ill for the past month is able to be out again. Miss Ridee Johnson who recently suffered quite a serious fall on the slippery pavement is improving. The second annual home social for the benefit of St. Benedict's Colored Catholic church, will be held on Monday evening, February 19, at 2308 Reed street. Great regret is felt by the parishioners of St. Benedict's church at the death of Mrs. Fannie Brent of Washington, D. C. Mrs. Brent was one of the earliest parishioners of St. Benedict's. Votes on the choice for President should be sent in at once so that we can gain one idea of the preference of readers. Herbert Jackson, Mrs. Willow Hamilton and Mrs. Lilliam Park of Greensburg, Pa., were visitors of Mrs. Edith Drakes of Milford street on Friday. Mrs. Elizabeth Pryor, president of the stewardess board of St. Paul's A. M. E. church, McKeesport, is putting forth strenuous efforts, with the assistance of the ladies of her board, to make Sunday, February 15, a grand success. This being the first stewardess rally of the year, and as a very successful series of revival services are being carried on in noooo break, she behead the meetings, a chairman and pentecostal meetings will be held during the day. Visitors from everywhere are cordially invited and will be made welcome. The program includes a large number of ministers and choirs from this city. Mrs. H. Woodford of Monessen, was in the city during the past week attending the funeral of her sister. Mrs. C. C. Robinson of North is the house guest of Mrs. T. J. Wins of McCormach avenue, Uniontown, Pa. Baynes' — the place to eat — 1299 Wyhe avenue. On January 29 Mrs. R. A. Franklin of the East End fell on the ice and sustained a serious sprained wrist. She has the sympathy of her many friends. Rev. Dr. W. B. Anderson, pastor of St. Paul's A. M. E. church, Uniontown, Pa. was in the city last Tuesday on business. Rev. Anderson is very happy over the success of the great Un on revival services in which he was a leader. Many were brought into the churches as a result, and the colored people brought together as never before in the history of Uniontown. Alexander L. Espin, the secretary of the boys' branch Y. M. C. A., North Side, Pittsburg, recently from Scotland, who addressed the meeting of the B. Y. P. U. of the Central Baptist church a short time ago, will, by urgent request, speak for the Union again next Sunday evening, February 11, on the same subject, "Prayer." All are invited to hear him. Mrs. Edna Pangburn of Monessen, visited her brother, William Pangburn, of the South Side, last week. Miss Sidney J. Davis, missionary of the National Baptist convention, has returned from a short trip up the river. While out, she addressed a meeting of the Baptist district Sunday school union at Elizabeth and filmed the pulpit for Rev. J. C. Taulton AT the First Baptist church, Donora Miss Davis is still succeeding nicely with her work. Every member of auxiliary No. 98, S. of V., is hereby notified by the president to be at the meeting Friday night. February 16. Mrs. Elizabeth McCelvey, the division officer, will be present. Business of much importance will be transacted. Camp 98, S. of V., had a very interesting meeting on Friday night and they will be well represented at the Lincoln banquet given by the Sons of Veterans on Monday night, February 12, at the Monongahela hotel, Smithfield street, at 8 o'clock. Mrs. Harry Skinner spent Sunday with her sister, Mrs. George Brooks of Elkhorn Pa. Mrs. I. Askew returned to Washington, Pa., last Saturday after a pleasant ten days visit at the home of her cousin, Mrs. W. B. Temple of the North Side James Dungee, Clinton Skinner and Samuel Brooks of Washington. Pa. spent last Sunday calling on Pittsburgh friends. Rev. N. D. Temple, D. D., presiding elder of the North Pittsburgh district, spent several days in Emporium district, arguing for E. C. church. The people are prosperous and very much pleased with the new organization. The approaching billiard tournament is causing great excitement at Loendl club. All lovers of the game are interested, because all players will have a chance at one of the three trophies offered. In order that everything will be perfectly satisfactory and enjoyable, the committee is now at work on rules to govern the series, and F. L. Steward, the former club champion, will referee the games. Entries close on Monday, 19th inst. The entry list, schedule of players and progress of the contest will be announced through these columns. Official handicappers and committee of arrangements. Geo. H. Wilson, Geo. W. Elliot, Edgar E. Truman. Harry McGruder and Mrs. Katie Hedge of North Side, have returned after being called to their home in Winchester, Va. to the death of their youngest sister, Miss Winnie McGruder. Friday evening, February 2. Miss McGruder's death is regretted very much. Leap year reception will be given on Wednesday evening, February 14, at Little's hall, Roberts and Wylie by Shriner Ladies of Palestine Temple. No. 9, D. of I. Mehlsman Marie Howell, Margaret Farmer and W. J. Toome of Beaver Falls and Rev. Carter Wright of West Bridgewater, Pa., attended the recital given at Bethel A. M. E. church last Tuesday evening. Rev. H. E. Newman, pastor of Wayman A. M. E. church, New Brighton, was called to the city last week by the illness of his mother. Frank Scott, uptown agent for the Courier, is seriously ill at his home in Mahon street. Mrs. Rebecca Aldridge, assisted by the services at Bayne Chapel, Cansonsburg, last Squabbit, preaching morning services, and addressing the young people in the afternoon. Mrs. Katie Perkins, who has been ill at the home of her mother, Mrs. Sarah Banks in Washington, Pa., has returned to her home here. Mrs. Lorenza Butler and Miss Ethel Butler of Washington, were Pittsburgh visitors during the past week. Chas. Lamb was dinner guest of Miss Louisa Tanner at her home in Franklin street, Washington, Pa., a couple of Sundays ago. Other guests present were Mr. and Mrs. G. F. Anderson and Miss Bessie Smith of Washington. Bayless' — the place to sat — 1209 Wylie avenue. Miss Hattie Garner left this city, January 30, for Seattle, Wash. She expects to return early in the spring of 1914. Mrs. Chas. Palmer of Wylie avenue, was indisposed last week. Her friends will be glad to hear that she is convalescent. The Chauffeurs Protestice association gave their first reception on last Monday evening at Arcade hall, and to say the affair was a success is stating it mildly. The men of "speed" and their wives enjoyed a huge patronage and their many friends will await a repetition very soon. These men are combining business and pleasure with unusual success. The initial meeting of the Homewood Social and Literary club will be held at the residence of Mrs. George Williams 7226 Tiagto street, on Friday, February 9, 1912, at which time the following program will be rendered. Instrumental selection, Harry Draper, sextet from Lusia, Verdi; paper, John B. Lewis, "The Value of Social Subservience"; solo, Jas. W. Poliard, "The Harbor of Love, Love Jones; reitation, Miss Coopers, Thawen; Hawen, poe; John Sole, James Dry Those Tears." A worthy effort, has been made by the following charter members to uplift the social and literary standing of their community: John B. Lewis, president; Miss Cora Ross, vice president; Miss Nettie Williams, secretary; Harry Draper, treasurer; Jas. W. Poliard, assistant corresponding secretary; active members are Misses Ethel Jones, Nettie Holiday, Adeline, William James Tyler, Thomas Vauhn. Notice — Because of the great amount of good being accomplished by young people's literary societies and of the resultant increases of public interest and appreciation of them, the Counter requests their secretaries or reporters to send in condensed news of their doings each week for publication in the Literary Column on this page. 50:BABIES WANTED There will be a special baby week at John Wesley A. M. E. Zion church on Tuesday evening, March 5, 1912, under the auspices of the Church Extension Board for babies aged from 1 to 3 years. This will be a contest in weight. Each baby will receive a prize as there will be three grand prizes given in each class to the one that proves to be the heaviest. For further particulars address C. E. Jones, C. Arthur street, Pittsburgh. FIRE! FIRE! FIRE! Fire insurance written on furniture and buildings at a reduced premium. D. R. Lewis, agent, 1327 Wylie avenue. Bell, phone 3455-W Grant. Y. M. C. A. NOTES. That the regular Sunday afternoon men's meetings at the branch are coming to have a place upon the program of an increasingly large number of our men was evidenced by the splendid attendance which greeted the speaker, Rev. H. H. Marlin, pastor of the Fourth U. P. church last Sunday. The occasion also marked the beginning of the services of Walter Miller and James Marshall, as directors of music and pianist respectively. During the past week John W. Shaw, James A. Johnson, Lenwood Kenner, George B. Key, W. H. Payne and John Brice have joined the branch making the membership 313. The Building Fund Collection Committee and the Membership Committee will meet next Monday at 7:30 p. OBITUARY Mrs. Mary 8mith. Mys. Mary Smith, a member of Brown Chapel church, died on Sunday, March 4, and services were held on Tuesday evening at 7 p. m., and interment on Wednesday morning in Unlondale cemetery, Dr. Morris officiating. Homewood Notes (By Cora Ross) Services were conducted Sunday at Zion, during the absence of the pastor, by Mrs. Soomany; who preached a soul-sirring sermon both morning and evening. The Young People's meeting at 7 o'clock was well attended. Mrs. Lucy Thompson, who has been visiting her daughter, Mrs. Morton, of Kittanning, returned home on Sunday. Reginald Thomas of Susquehanna street entertained the Boys' Glee club on Wednesday evening. Plans were made to hold a social February 22 at the residence of Clifford Allen, after which the host served an elaborate luncheon consisting of Thomas's famous chocolate cake and other delicacies. Mrs. Josephine Gross, is much improved at this writing. The young people of Homewood meet at the residence of Miss Cora Ross on Friday evening and organized a club, which will be known as the Homewood Social and Literary club. The following officers were elected: President, John Lewis; vice president, Miss Cora Ross; secretary, Miss Nettie Williams; treasurer, Harry Draper. Mrs. Mary Enty and daughter Charlotte of Vanderbilt, Pa., was the house guest of her sister, Mrs. Carrie Watson, last week, and while here attended services at the Homewood A. M. E. Zion church. Mrs. Robert Smith is confined to her home with a very bad cold. Mrs. H. Hill and daughter, Martha, visited relatives in West Newton, Pa., last week. Rayfield Adams was on the sick list last week. Thomas Simpson was a caller of Miss Agnes Lee on Sunday. HOMESTEAD (By Blanche Dooley.) Miss Ida Windbush was a caller on Miss Augusta Saunders on Sunday afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. Sterling Saunders and son returned to Ronoake, Va., on Wednesday evening, after spending several days with his brother, W. H. Saunders. Mrs. Pondexter was a caller on Mrs. Sterling Saunders on Tuesday evening. Harry and Stacion Saunders were calling on their uncle in Oakland on Sunday. Miss Helen Pryor of McKeesport, was a caller on Miss Augusta Saunders on Saturday evening. Miss Virginia Carry of Homewood and Miss Pearl Cole of Homestead, were callers on Miss Blanche Dooley on Saturday evening. The concert given by the Williams family at the new Arcade hall of Sixth avenue. Homestead, was a grand success. Over 400 tickets were sold. A solo by Master James Williams was one of the features. The stork left a bouncing baby girl at the home of Mr. and Mrs. H. Hobson 'last week. Frank Weider of Hazlewood, called on Mr. and Mrs. W. D. Crampton on Sunday. Walter Crampton has been on the sick list for a few days. Little Miss Marta Crutchfield'd is on the sick list. Miss Estella Staunton of Munhall Terrace, was a caller on Miss Blanch Dooley. Evan Baker, who is a patient in the Homestead hospital, is somewhat improved. Mrs. Eliza Bell of Eighteenth street, still continues to be very low. All her children are at her bed side. Mrs. Cecelia Cooper spent Sunday with her children in Pittsburgh, Pa. Mr. and Mrs. R. H. Baker of Washington, Pa. spent a few days in Homestead, having been called here by the illness of their son. Mrs. C. W. Posey entertained the Aurora Reading club of Pittsburgh, Pa., on Wednesday. Miss Sadie Johnson of South Bethlehem, Pa. is visiting in Homestead, Pa. Rev. B. F. Scott of New Homestead, who has been sick for some time, is now very low. His children were all called to his bedside on Saturday. Miss Mabel Cundiff was a caller on Stewart Butler of Washington, Pa. is calling on his brother in law, Rev. B. F. Scott. Don't forget the valentine social to be given by the Red Rose club at the Gladen A. M. E. church, February 14, 1912. The Social Few club met at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Jerome Venny on Saturday, February 3. After the usual routine of business they partook of an excellent supper. The rest of the evening was spent in music and games. BRADDOCK, PA. BRADDOCK, PA. By Mary C. Hamilton.) Bell. Phone 201-R and P. & A. phone 855-1. Mrs. Sarah Carter of Corey avenue, is confined to her bed. Mrs. Hannah Jackson has moved from 527 Sixth street to 505 Sixth street. Chas. Harris, who was hurt some time ago by the street car striking the wagon which he was driving is able to be out again. Joseph Florence of Sixth street, who has been confined to the house for some time with rheumatism, is able to report for work again. C. T. Hamilton of Corey avenue, spent last Sunday in Brownsville, Pa. Miss Bessie Jones, the sweet song- ster of Braddock, is becoming quite popular and much in demand. She is 1809 LINCOLN'S BIRTHDAY 1865 You can fool all the people some time, and fool some of the people all the time, but none of the people will be fooled who attend the Lincoln Social Club's Reception Monday Evening, February 12 AT UNION LABOR TEMPLE Corner Washington Street and Webster Avenue Prof. Beatty's Orchestra Dancing From 8 to 2 WILLIAM J. BAYLESS, Floor Manager. Don't Forget Where To Go February 12, 1912. If you want advice, go to your friend. If you want money, go to strangers, but if you want to dance, go to the LINCOLN'S SOCIAL CLUB'S RECEPTION and be happy. ADMISSION 50 CENTS COMMITTEE. James Dews, Chairman, G. W. Barnett, George Cochran, Geo. M. Robb, James Thomas. H. Baylor, S. Barnes. Cerbin Shalton. now filling from two to three engagements a week in noted churches. Mrs. E. L. Wmn. of Corey avenue and Mrs. Wm. Johnson of Stokes avenue, visited the Old Ladies home in Lemonington avenue, East End, Pittsburgh, this week and took dinner with the old ladies. Mrs. Lacy B. Bounn of Ligonier, Pa. is the house guest of Mrs. Grace Scales of Sixth street. Mrs. Dorey Johnson of North Side, Pittsburgh, Pa. was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Clay of North Homestead, Pa. last Sunday. Rev. J. E. Morris, D. D., pastor of the Corey avenue A. M. E. church with leave Monday for Clarendon, W. Va. Turtle Creek, died at the Mercy hospital on Sunday morning at 4 o'clock. Services were held at the Corey Avenue A. M. E. church on Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Interment in the Monongahela cemetery. Rev. J. E. Morris, D. D., had charge of the services. The Corey Avenue A. M. E. church officers have placed a new collection table in the church which presents a fine appearance. Richard Preston has moved from the rear of 527 Sixth street to the foot of Eighth street. Miss Georgia Lewis of Seden avenue, who was confined to the house with a heavy cold, is able to enter school again. Bradford is soon to come in possession of colored drug store. Mrs. Annie M. Lewis of Sixth street, who has been confined to her room for some time, is able to be about the house again. Mrs. G. M. and Miss Lilliam Medley of Pitcairn street, are on the sick list. The. F. L. C. c.ub of Corey Avenue A. M. E. church anticipates a good day on: February 18, when they will have their first Girl's day. Every thing is being done by their president, Miss Bertha Mashaw, to make it a success. Come out and help the girls. You come too! BANKIN, PA Bell Phone 201 R. Braddock, P. & A. 895-1 Braddock. Mrs. John Wayne of Hawkins street entertained at dinner last Sunday. Rev. T. H. Washington of Fourth Avenue Mt. Olive Baptist church, Rev. Archer H. Gunn of Washington D. C. and Mr. and Mrs. P. Reese of Hawkins street. A very pleasant afternoon was spent and all enjoyed the tooth some dinner. Mrs. Fannie Ross of East End, Pitts burch, Pa. is the house guest of her sister, Mrs. B. W. Herfood of Fifth avenue. At the close of her visit she will join her husband in Rochester, Pa. where they will make their future home. Mrs. Francis Boyd, the restaurant keeper of Hawkins street, has cosed out the business and is located at Mr. and Mrs. Luther Bass in Thirteenth street, where the preset, Latha will join her husband and go to housekeeping again as soon as a house can be secured in Woodawn, Pa. where he is now employed. Mrs. Nellie Clay and her son Clide spent several days last week by herrick father's bedside in Pittsburgh. Pa. CONGRESSMAN BURKE SPEAKS AT LOENDE CONGRESSMAN BURKE SPEAKS AT LOENDE (By Elizabeth Jones.) Last Sunday afternoon Hon. James Francis Burke gave a spendid talk on the workings of our national government at the Loenclub club. The members and their friends filled the assembly room to overflow and were carried by Mr. Burke through the different departments of state with most interesting and instructive activity. Congressman Burke, who is one of the best informed representatives on government departments with a master's degree in magnismism, easily able to hold his audience who followed him with intense interest. After the address President John Henry announced that the members and friends had been invited to attend a meeting at the Y. M. C. A. next Sunday afternoon, February 11, hence they would omit the usual meeting at the club. Ancestor of the Dog. It is supposed by some that the little wolf of India was the original ancestor of the dog. It is the only wild animal possessing the salient eyebrow, or crest of the dog. The little wolf has not only the dog's eyebrow crest, but all the canine characteristics, and none of the characteristics of the wolf. To Clean Alabaster To clean dust stained alabaster ornaments, make a paste of whiting, soap and milk. The paste must be left to dry on then washed away, the surface being then dried with a cloth and then with a flannel, when the ornaments will be found clean and unharmed. SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 21, 2012 the members of the Owl club were delightfully entertained by Mr. and Mrs. Horace Blockson on Monday evening. February 5, at their handsome residence in Centennial avenue. Music was the principal diversion of the evening. Those present were Mr. and Mrs. James Carrington, Mr. and Mrs. Spencer Carrington, Mr. and Mrs. Spencer Gibson, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Whitlock, Misses Everet, Venzella Newsem, Carrie Gilkerson, Charles Johnson, H. W. Specker, Philip Brown and Henry Jordan. Behainim Blockson has been confined to the house with an attack of la gripe, but is much improved now and able to be up. A debate on the "Woman's Suffrage question will be held at the St. Matthew's A. M. E. Zion church on Lincoln's birthday, February 12. Mrs. Horace Blockson and Miss Carrie Gilkerson are the committee. Geo. Day was taken to the Sewickley Valley hospital and operated on for appendicitis last Saturday. He is reported to be getting along nicely. Mrs. Henry Res of the Swickley Helges has donated a handsome carpet for the New St. Mathews A. M. E. Zion church, which will be dedicated the first Sunday in March. Each night in following ten days after the dedication will be given over to one of the other churches. The nights will be known as Episcopal night, the Presbyterian night, and so on for ten nights. The mechanics are putting on the finishing touches now. In order that those who gave me notes last week for publication, may undersand why they were not printed, I say that neither myself or the management were to blame as the printing press broke down. So please bring on your notes.—Agent. The Bassana Girl's again appear with a reception at Leetsdale on February 16. Friends of William H. Kilson, former proprietor of the Kilson poolroom here, but now in Fort Williams, Ontario will be sorry to hear that he is critically ill, having been in poor health for some time. Young People's day will be observed at St. John's A. M. E. church on Sunday, February 11. The entire day will be devoted to the young folks. In the morning there will be a sermon. Spendid programs will be rendered in the afternoon and evening. The best local talent, aided by some of the best from surrounding towns, will furnish programs worth listening to. Miss Irene Morris of Braddock, Pa, the young and rising locusist, will be present as we'll as others of note. William Green of West Newton, Pa, noted for his oratory, will deliver an address in the afternoon. Among the local talents will be head, selections on organ, violin and trombone by the accomplished Messers. Quincy, Adams, Holland. Hallstock and Boward Brown, the sweet voice of the soprano soloist, Miss Edna Curtis and also that of Miss Carrie Gilkerson and an address by G. Collins. SHARON, PA. (By Hazel Flemon.) Mrs. Peter Clopton and Mrs. James Wiley have returned home after a visit with relatives in Washington, Pa. Miss Dela Flannigan returned to her home in Warren, O. Miss Nora Flannigan is visiting her sister, Mrs. Wm. Danks. Mrs. L. Smith and Mrs. Zetta Snowden of Harville, visited at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Beard of Dock street on Sunday. The Junior Stowess Board will give a supper at the church on Saturday night, February 10. Miss Wila Jones, accompanied by Miss Julia Brown of New Castle and Paul Lewis of Sharon, are visiting in Wheeling, W. Va. Harry Banks, formerly of Sharon, is the guest of John Wheeler, Jr. Mrs. Harry Houston is ill at her home in State road. The Jackson Cornet band will give a concert at the A. M. E. Zion church on the nineteenth. A sweetheart social will be given at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Smith on February 17, for the pastor. The Maple Leaf club will give a valentine social at the home of Mrs. James Carroll on Wednesday evening, February 14. The literary will conduct a question box at literary on Tuesday night. Miss Burke will be holder of the box. Shepherds Poorly Paid. Persons employed as shepherds in Russia do not receive more than ten to twenty cents a day, the pay being given in supplies required for their fores Leave It to Her. "I asked your husband last evening if he had his life to live over again if he would marry you, and he said he certainly would." "He certainly wouldn't."—Houston Post. OCIETY SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 1912 SOC (ENITED BY ELIZABETH JONES) (EDITED BY ELIZABETH JONES.) Anniversary Dinner for Mr. and Mrs. E. Lewis. Mr. and Mrs. R. Rel. Jackson of Charles street, Knoville, gave a handsomely appointed dinner last Tuesday night for Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Lewis in honor of their sixth wedding anniversary. Covers were laid for twelve, the color scheme being pink and white. The guests were; Mr. and Mrs. Lewis, Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Foster, Mr. and Mrs. George Truman, Mrs. Gertrude Keys, Miss Katherine Jones, Mrs. Scott and Charles Curry, of Uniontown, Pa. Miss Bessie Wheeler and Charles Banks of Canonsburg, were Sunday guests of Miss Olivia Howard, 96 Milton avenue, North Side, Pittsburgh. Nelson J. Miles read a paper on "Printing" on Sunday, January 25, at Locail club, which was teeming with good practical knowledge concerning printing. Mr. Miles was extended a hearty vote of thanks by the promoters of the Symposium. Weaver Griffin Invitations to the wedding of Migs A. Weaver to L. Griffin, which will take place on Wednesday, February 14, 1912. Entertain Washington Guests. Mr. and Mrs. John P. Hayden of Hall, avenue, Washington on Ia., were dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. James Jones of South Side, last Sunday. Dr. Grace Duliguid of Philadelphia, who has been a frequent visitor here of her brother, R. A. Duliguid, of Frankstown avenue, is to be married on Wednesday, which will be quite an important event in the society set in Philadelphia. Hespecia Club.. The Hispania Social club in deference to many of its patrons have changed the date of their reception at Arcade hall from Thursday, February 22 to Tuesday, February 29. No doubt this eleventh affair will be the social event of the season and an evening of rare enjoyment for those favored with an invitation for the reputation of this club for making it pleasant for their guests is too well known for any comment. Several figures with favors will be instructed by Gro. Elliot. Reunion at Grace Memorial Church. A large number of members and friends of Grace Memorial church were very pleasantly entertained at the church last Wednesday evening, the first annual church reunion was the means of bringing together the members to discuss church welfare. Interesting speeches were made by D. R. Lewis, Dr. Turley, S. J. Patton, Rev. Dr. Trusty and Miss E. Jones. Avery trade schools display was one of the attractive features of the evening. Entertain Colorado Guests. On Thursday, February 1, Mrs. Robert Williams of Hallet street, entertained in honor of Mrs. O. W. Glenn and daughter Miss Myer of Denver. Col. covers were laid for eight. Those present were Mrs. J. W. Renfro, Mrs. W. E. Tardy, Robt. Williams, Mrs. W. Viola Williams, Robt. Williams, Jr. The colors were pink, white and green. Quite a pleasant time to spend. Frogs. The Frugs gave their second annual banquet and dinner at Bound, club on Wednesday evening. Music wit and laughter ran riot throughout the entire "frolic" for the Frogs and Darks were all there, with a goodly number of other invited guests. The rooms were beautifully decorated with green chiffon, smilax and pink carnations, adding to the beauty of the soft pink glow from the table decorations. The tables, by the way, were arranged to form the letter "F," and were exquisitely decorated in pink and green. At each place was a yellow and green menu card, and automaton and a red, white and blue favor. There were large bowls of carnations and southern smilax was used propto- ly. The courses which followed the maturing around this festal board with President C. D. Lowndes and Brewer Frugs, were most elaborately arranged by Frogs McHenry. She was sitting at the service of the courses and did good cheer prevalent. The beauty of the manure was enhanced by the charming dresses of the dresses and their Virginia. Amounts were Misses Misses a Proper in blue chiffon over satin; Marriar Roan in white net over yellow silk; Jessie Rosemend. In dotted net over pale blue silk; Gladys Tibbs, in blue silk violet; Etta Crawford, in pine crepe mousse entrained; Catherine Easley, in pink silk with ponycake. Whatever, in chiffon over yellow satin and lace; Lilly Crawford, in pale blue crepe mousse chiffon over white; Grace Jackson, in embroidered net over yellow satin; Ella Rickmond, in grey crepe vole; Ella Bailey, in old rose satin with blue "applical"; Corine Captain, in white net over pale blue satin; Satin Writt, in point de spray over silk with violet corsage bouquet; Sadie Alton, in lace net with corsage bouquet of sweet peas; Olive Hdpkins, in green marquette over blue; Wilhelmena Taliferro, in black chiffon over red satin; Marie Fulton, in white chiffon with old rose frince and corsage bouquet of pink roses; Minnie Robinson, in white mul and lace over green satin with corsage bouquet; Gertrude Fendleton, in pink marquette over satin, famoos trimming; Lucille Woode, in pink satin and lace; Eva Sammonds, in blue mul with corsage bouquet; Ethel Cole in pale green chiffon with IS NOW LOCATED AT 6258 FRANKSTOWN AVE., E. 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In part, he said, 'The American Negro has stood by his friends and defied his enemies even when his friends have been lukewarm or brutally indifferent. This has been the attitude of some of our friends since 1876, save on ground-bog day when they were out to see their shadows? Republicanism means the right to vote and be voted for. It means justice in politics. I will go with the Republican party because it was going my way, but if it ever turns to the right or left I intend to go straight on. The speaker said nothing in praise of Taft, Roosevelt or any candidate. The entertainment given at the home of Mrs. Mamie Coffman by the Ladies Friday Afternoon club last Thursday evening was one of unusual interest. The spirit manifested showed the members to be active and ready for duty. James E. Moe, one of the prominent citizens of Wheeling, having reached the thirty-fifth anniversary of his birth last Monday, was given a birthday party by his wife and friends. The diversion of the evening was progressive whist. Two prizes were awarded, Mrs. Albert; Robinson winning the ladies prize and Attorney E. J. Graham the gentlemen's prize. Amost delicious luncheon and refreshments were served. Those who assisted in this celebration were: Mr. and Mrs. Albert Robinson, Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Muson, Dr. and Mrs. Charles Herritt, Mrs. Jessie Dickson, Misses Marine Jenkins, Rebecca Walker, Miss Comedy, Miss Bissie Grant, Dr. Wright, Attorney E. J. Graham, William Payne, Jesse Dickson, Jr. and Earl Jones. Mrs. Lucy Taylor, who has been out of the city a few weeks, returned home on Friday. Mrs. A. Jenkins, who has been out of the city for several months visiting friends in Candida, N. J. and Park esberg, returned home last week with her sister, Miss Elma Pollock to Detroit, Mich. who will spend 6 days in the city. Mrs. Gardner Moore and her husband, Kenneth, left last Thursday morning for New Kensington, Pa., where she was called by the death of her husband, Mrs. Julia West Brook Grimes. This Mrs. Moore proved to be the Mrs. Addie Cooper College, who was sought for through the headquarter of the programs to polish headquarter skills being named the will by the death of the trustee Mrs. Moore is a high-profile citizen of Wheeling, whose former home was in Steuben to her grandparents being Alexander and Sarah West Brook, father of Daniel Cooper of Wheeling. The Pastor's Aid society of the Wayman A. M. E. church will give a valentine social and supper in the church February 14. Miss Alma Lizbout, who was on the sick list last week is come ascert. Mrs. Mary Brown who has been under the doctor's care at her home is improving rapidly. Dr. Prouty and Attorney E. J. Graham are getting along nicely and have the best wishes of their many friends. Mrs. Rev. J. T. Farley is still on the sick list. Dr. Hoff of the Men's Fraternal Union, who gave the supper at Wm. Taylor's home last Tuesday evening, was greatly appreciated by all Men; Fried oysters, beat biscuits, hot coffee, ice cream, cake. The program which was rendered at the Old Fellows hall last week was very impressive. Program invocation by Rev. J. W. Jenkins; piano pearsl. Ethel Scott, in embroidered robe with crystal trimming; Mary Cole, in green skin, violet bodice and lace; Dean Brown, in pink skin with green and bud* corsage; Elizabeth Brown, in yellow skin and lace. The honorary members present were Geo. Burke of Sharon. S. Walter Scott of Meyersdale. Dr. Wm. Writt of Rochester. Other out-of town guests were Misses Dean and Elizabeth Brown of Holidaysburg and Miss Gertrude Pendleton of Wheeling. W. Va. Women's Clubs Charity Club Mrs. Sylvester Jones was hostess to the Charity club which held their regular meeting at her home in Anaheim street. Schenley Heights on Thursday afternoon. After the business of the club was disposed of a delightful social hour followed, during which a dainty appointed luncheon was served. A very important meeting of the Rebecca Aldridge club was held at the residence of Mrs. Clara Moody of Beaver Falls recently, quite a number being present. After the business hour the hostess, assisted by her nieces, Mrs. Ida Washington., served an appetizing luncheon. The club will celebrate Anniversary Day in March. The date will be announced later. The next meeting will be held at the home of Mrs. James Butler on the last Friday evening in February. Aurora Reading Club. The Aurora Reading club met at the home of Mrs. C. W. Posey in Homesead, on Wednesday afternoon. Quite a full membership was represented. Mrs. Dimney and Mrs. A. G. Gantt read well prepared papers. The hostess served a toothsome lunch. The next meeting will be held at the home of Mrs. Wm. Writt, where the ladies will be addressed by Mrs. Julia Morgan Harden. The Emma J. Moore circle of East End, was royally entertained by Miss Helen Jackson of 28 Carver street. Program: Discussion on suffrage, which all members took part in. A dinner lunch was served by the hostess after which adjourned to meet at Mrs. Estella Franklin, 7710 Baxter street, Brushington, on February 7. So-Re-Lit. The club met at the home of the president, Mrs. I. S. Lee, in Rebecca street, Wilkinsburg on Tuesday afternoon. After a very dainty luncheon served by the hostess, the business of the club was taken up, developing into sort of "after luncheon speeches," in this way quite a bulk of business matter was disposed of rapidly and pleasantly. Mrs. Abbie Snyder read a very interesting paper on "Suffragism," what woman has accomplished. The next meeting will be at the home of Mrs. Jerome Hill in Center avenue. Merely Moral Effect "Some o' dese reformers," said Uncle Rasberry. "makes me think of Rastus Pinkley's dog. I says to 'im, 'Rastus', I says. I is dat dog good foh rats" An' he says. No; he' s mighty bad foh rats. "Does he ketch 'em an kill 'em"? No. 'Does' Rastur: 'he don't ketch 'em, ner he don't kill 'em. But if they comes foolin' around him he' ll mighty near 'skeer 'em to death."—Washington Star. Forewarned. "Your father tells me," said the earl, "that he intends to leave all his money to charity." "Oh, don't let that worry you at all," replied the beautiful l'-press. "He does he doesn't mean it. He told me last night that he was going to try to find out whether you really loved me for myself alone." In Right Places. A witty woman once said that housekeeping consists in taking things out and putting them back. One might elaborate the statement by saying that good housekeeping consists in getting the things back in the right places, and easy housekeeping consists in having places enough for the things. Not Profanity. The word "dam" is the name of a small coin used in India and of very small value, and is also the name given by thinkers to a small wad of paper put into a hole in tinware when mending it for the purpose of preventing the soldier from running through. Both mean of little value, so the expression really means "I don't care the value of a dam." Plumber Rat: An old story used to go around of a plumber who kept a lot of rats in his shop in a trap, and when he had a call always took one along. The get was frightened or forced to take to the drain, and he burrowed through to his liberty in the sewer. Of course, it was not necessary to take the pipes all to pieces, but the big bill came in, anyhow. Look to the Future Finish every day and be done with it. You have done what you could. Some blinders and absurdities no doubt crept in; forget them as soon as you can. tomorrow is the new day; begin it well and screenely, with too high a spirit to be cumbered by the past—Emerson. Providence in Human Affairs If a great change is to be made in human affairs, the minds of men will be fitted to it, the general opinions and feelings will draw that way. Every fear, hope, will forward it; and thign they who persist in opposing this mis may current in human affairs will arwear rather to resist the decrees of providence itself than the decrees of men -Edmund Burke. Rivalriea "Why do so many musicians speak disparagingly of instruments that play mechanically?" "I don't know," replied the gentleman with Cricassian hair. "But I don't see why we should be more generous toward a mechanical instrument than we are toward each other." Near Broad Street Bell Phone 1937-R, Rightland. BARBER, HAINDRESSING AND MANICURING WHERE By our method everybody can learn the trade in short time. expenses small, and you can send for information. A special initiation is extend d to pro- spective color students. C. H. WALLACE DANCING (By Ella Kennedy.) THE COURIER. selection. Miss Irene Barbar; vocal so.o. Thomas Branch; reading, Miss Ethel McMechen; selection, Imperial quarrette; vocal solo. Miss Nellie Jackson; concert so.o. Russell Warked; ved-vil sketch. Messrs. Payne and Carpenter. WASHINGTON (By E. H. Brooks.) George Collins of Sewickley spent Saturday and Sunday with Washington friends. Mrs. T. J. Askew returned on Saturday from a ten days visit with her cousin, Mrs. N. B. Temple of North Side, Pittsburgh. Miss Amelia Chapman has returned home after a month's trip to Columbus and Cincinnati, O., and at French Lick Springs, Ind. James Batch and Thomas Bpburnt of Elizabeth, Pa., were Sunday guests of Mr. and Mrs. S. A. Batch. They attended service at the St. Paul A. M. T. church. Mrs. Mary Griffin and daughter, Miss Grace, were week-end visitors of Mrs. Stephen Batch of Brown avenue. Mrs. Carter of East Walnut street, has returned from a three week's visit to her daughter, Mrs. Edward Allen of South Sharon. She reports being royally entertained and also had the pleasure of hearing from an uncle whom she had not seen for many years. Ray Vactor and Miss Francis Vactor, Neota, Neota Williams, Fannie and Flora Pawl, Bessie and Lyda Wheeler all of Canonsburg, were the guests of Mrs. James Dykes the past week. Mrs. Birdie McCurdy and Lily Patterson spent last Sunday and Monday at Butler, Pa. Mrs. Annie Adams of McKeesport, spent last Thursday at the home of her parents Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Dean, of East Walnut street. Mrs. Emma Charlton and grandchildren, Alice and Harold, spent Sunday with friends in Wheeling. James E. Dungte, Clinton Skinner and Samuel L. Brooks were Pittsburgh cullers last Sunday. The new John Wesley M. E. church which was dedicated about a month ago was burned at an early hour last Sunday morning, caused by an overheated stove. This edifice which was so recently erected at a cost of nearly $2,000 will be immediately rebuilt and the congregation will hold services at their former place of worship on Forest avenue. St Paul A M E church St. Paul A. M. E. Church A presiding elder's council under the presidency of Rt. Rev. W. B. Derrick, E. D. $ _{4} $ will be held at this church on Wednesday, February 21, beginning at 10 a.m. In the evening special service, consisting of music by the choir and addresses by the bishop and visiting clergymen will be held in the auditorium. Refreshments will be served by the ladies of the church. On February 22 the ministerial and lay delegates elected to the coming general conference at Kansas City next May, will hold a convention in this church for practical purposes such as endorsement of candidates for bishopric and general offices of the connection and other matters. On the same evening a public meeting will be held at which time eloquent speeches and addresses will be made by some of the ablest speakers of our Race. Many visiting ministers will be present and the public is cordially invited to attend. Meals will be served at the church both days. Rev. W. H. H. Butler is pastor. Nazareth Baptist Church Last Sunday's services consisted of covenant meeting in the morning, at the conclusion of which two persons were baptized by the pastor. In the evening Rev. Hoee delivered a touching discourse upon the Lord's Supper, after which communion was observed. One new member was received and thirteen were given the hand or fellowship. Interesting services were held in the Sunday school and B. Y. B. U., a special feature being a paper by Miss Tanny Smith. At a meeting of the ladies Aid last week the following officers were elected: President, Mrs. Elizabeth Gamble; vice president, Mrs. Martha Logan; Mary, Mrs. Elinna Thomas; assistant president, Mrs. Mary Caul; assistant Mrs. Mary Caul. Brother seph Taylor has returned from Indianapolis, where he went as delegate to the miners convention. He reports a pleasant time. David Redman continues very ill, with little improvement. Mrs. Sadie Gaines is improving after several weeks illness. Rev. Hoose was a business caller at Donna two days the past week. Sick. Miss Wanita Baker remains about the same. Mrs. Mattie Walters is improving, but still confined to the house. Mrs. Fred Anderson is confined to her home as the result of an operation performed, last week at which time a tumor was removed from her foot. Geo. Frame, who has been off duty for several days is much improved. Mrs. Geo. Wicks has been quite ill the past two weeks, but is able to be around as present. Thomas Adams of Linn avenue, has been quite ill of la gripe during the past week. Mrs. Kate Perkins, who has been ill at the home of her mother, Mrs. Sarah Banks, has returned to Pittsburgh. Mrs. Lorenzo Butler and Mrs. Eminel Butler were Pittsburgh visitors the past week. Miss Gladys Snowden, who lives in the sites of Miss Margaret Kelly has returned to her home at Bellevue, Pa. Social. Mrs. Ross Thomas of Forest avenue, entertained at dinner last Sunday, James Bath and Thomas Pangburn or Elizabeth, Pa. Miss Corena E. C. Bass entertained 15 of her friends at a leap year party at 45 North Lincoln street, last Friday evening. Chas. Lamb of Pittsburgh, Mr. and Mrs. G. P. Anderson and Miss Besse Smith of this place, were dinner guests of Miss Louise Tanner a couple of Sundays ago, at her home in South Franklin street. Mr. and Mrs. John P. Hayden of Hall avenue, were last Sunday dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. James Jones of North Side, Pittsburgh. Don't forget the leap year party at Odd Fellows hall next Tuesday evening, February 11. Ladies best yourselves. Plenty of eagles in Washington. See directory at Thurman post office. The public is cordially invited to attend. The play entitled "Our New Minister," will be given on Monday evening, February 19, at.od Fellows hall. A pleasing and instructive evening of music under direction of E. H. Jones, Miss Louise Tanner and W. N. Butler. TASTY GERMAN DINNER TASTY GERMAN DINNER MENU THAT EVEN AN AMERICAN WILL ENJOY. Wholesome and Appetizing Dishes of the Fatherland Are Easily Prepared and Worth the Trouble for Variety They Afford. Noodle Soup—Take a nice piece of short rib and a shin bone and cook slowly for about two hours. Then strain. Then take three eggs, one and a half cups of flour and make a stiff dough. Work it well until the dough is very smooth, then roll out very thin and let dry medium. Cut in long strips and fold; then cut very fine some parsley, add a few dashes of nutmeg to soup. Now the noodles are added and all is to be boiled 10 minutes, then served. Bread Dumplings—Take some stale white bread and cut in small squares, then pour over them a half cup of very hot drippings and stir; then cover and let stand for a while so that the bread softens. Beat four eggs lightly, add salt and nutmeg and about one cup of bread crumbs (not cracker crumbs). Stir thoroughly and make into balls. Drop these into boiling water and let boil 20 minutes. Then serve with meat gravy. They will be very light and delicious. Sauerkraut—Take as much sauerkraut as wished and if too sour put in collander and let a little cold water run through it. Put in pot with a little water, add caraway seeds and let cook slowly until soft. Then grate a raw potato and mix with a little flour, then beat quickly into sauerkraut. Pour about two tablespoons of grease from the pork roast over this. This will be a dish that even an American will enjoy. Pork Roast—Take a nice roast of pork from the end of the loin, wash well, then rub salt and pepper in and let stand a while before roasting. Cut half of an onion and a small piece of garlic and two leaves of fresh sage, not ground, into it. Then add some water, enough for gravy. Roast slowly and baste often. Serve or well heated plates. Mashed Potatoes—Take the best potatoes, peel and boil, then strain and mash them. Add butter and salt and beat with a spoon to a cream. Coffee Cake—Two cups flour with one yeast cake dissolved in lukewarm milk. Put in a warm place to raise. Selt a half pound of butter, cup of sugar and beat to a cream; add two eggs, a half teaspoon cinnamon, half teaspoon lemon flavoring and a little salt. Add to raised dough and beat well. Then place in pan with a little sugar, cinnamon and small pieces of butter over it. Let it raise once before baking. Coffee—Take as much coffee as needed, place in a sack and pour boiling water over it slowly. This takes the bitter taste away. Let stand on back of hot stove. Serve with cream. Worth Knowing A tape loop on the apron band is a convenience and will save the apron from being torn if hung on a book. Sew the loop on the "wrong" side of the band. Remember when frying fish that if the fat in which it is fried is not quite boiling the fish will be greasy, sodden and unwholesome. Never put in the fish till a blue smoke is rising from the fat. The next time you wish to beat the yolk and white of an egg separately try this plan: Break the egg, leaving the yolk in the half shell. Beat the white together. Then drop in the yolk and beat together. It is not only done better, but you save washing an extra dish and losing a large proportion of the egg yolk that sticks to dish and egg beater. 8pice Cake. A recipe for making spice cake is sent in by Sunbeam of the Buckeye state. Stir one cup of butter, two cups of granulated sugar and the yolks of three eggs until very light. Add two teaspoons of cinnamon, one of allspice, one of cloves, one-half teaspoon of ginger, one-half teaspoon of nutmeg, one cup of buttermilk, one teaspoon of soda dissolved in one-third of a cup of hot water, and three cups of flour. To this add the beaten whites of two eggs. Bake in three layers and use ice. Care of Lamps. When the burners become dark and dirty put them in lye water and boll until the black will rub cx; then molten salt with vinegar and rub thoroughly. Then take a dry piece of wool cloth and polish. Take the old wicks that have been in use quite a while and boll them in a strong suds and rub and rinse in several waters, then soak in vinegar and hang out and dry and when you put all together and light you will have as brilliant light as if all were new. Little Meat Pies. Either pie crust or a biscuit dough containing twice the usual amount of shortening may be used. Line patty pans with this, fill with cold meat chopped, seasoned and moistened with gravy, or butter and water, cover with a top crust, brush with beaten egg yolk and bake in a quick oven. Should the amount of meat on hand be small mix with it some chopped potato, cold boiled rice or hominy. Simple Cleaner. Cut up one bar of soap in this slice and add four quarts of boiling water. Boll until the soap is melted, then pour into a bowl of oil. When cool it will form a stiff jelly, which readily dissolves when used. You will find it invaluable for washing, fannels, silver and china. The best results are obtained when the soap jelly is dissolved in tepid water. Combination Hash From the remains of a boiled dinner there are generally enough leftovers to make a good hash. Chop cabbage, turnips, beets, potatoes and corned beef. Combine these in equal quantities if possible. Season to taste and put in a spider. Let it remains over the fire until it becomes well heated through. extends a cordial greeting to the ministers, of all denominations to be guests of the School for one week, beginning July 6, 1812, for the purpose of discussing the following and kindred questions: The Summer School and Chautauqua of the National Religious Training School will open July 3, 1912, and continue 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 President JAMES E. SHEPARD DURHAM, N. C. HATS TRIMMED 50c HATS MADE $1.50 to $2.00 The Place to Get Good Looking Hats at a Reasonable Price is Mrs. Bessie Hill's, Millinery 2227 Centre Avenue Open Evenings Full Line of Fashionable Neckwear THE IMPERIAL EMPLOYMENT EXCHANGE AND AUTOMOBILE SCHOOL Affords protection to those that are seeking employment to strangers or 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 AUTOMOBILES FOR OUR YOUNG men and boys to learn automobiling in all its branches. Repairing, operating and running cars is a trade that is here to stay. Twenty-five dollars cash or thirty dollars 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 all kinds. Novelties for every high magazines, papers of all kind, leading Eleven years in one block on Wylie General Agents For Subscriptions Imperial Auto and New 1310 Wylie Avenue There Is Gold In Sn Ice Cream On all orders of our lon and over there each quart purchase of every 2000 tic RUNNING NUMBER FIVE DOLLARS DOLLARS IN GOLD will be announced time. REMEMBER THERE IS NO will find a complete line of important post cards Novelties for every holiday. Reymer's cards of all kind, leading colored cards in one block on Wylie avenue, is our record. General Agents For The Pittsburgh County Subscriptions Received Here Merial Auto Employer and News Stand Wylie Avenue, Pittsburg Here Is Used In Snigo's Ice Cream and Ice On all orders of our Ice Cream of one ton and over there will be given one each quart purchased. On the run out of every 2000 tickets there will be RUNNING NUMBERS drawn, oneIVE DOLLARS and one calling DOLLARS IN GOLD. The running will be announced in this paper from time. BER THERE IS NO ICE CREAM LIKE Here you will find a complete line of important post cards and notions of all kinds. Novelties for every holiday. Reyner'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 Received Here Imperial Auto Employment and News Stand 1310 Wylie Avenue, Pittsburgh, Pa. There Is Gold In Snigo's Ice Cream and Ices On all orders of our Ice Cream of one-half gallon and over there will be given one ticket for each quart purchased. On the run of the reel of every 2000 tickets there will be TWO RUNNING NUMBERS drawn, one calling for FIVE DOLLARS and one calling for TEN DOLLARS IN GOLD. The running numbers will be announced in this paper from time to time. REMEMBER THERE IS NO ICE CREAM LIKE SNIGO'S USE IT AND GET GOLD DOLLARS Longevity of the Earth. Langergey of the LARA That the age of primitive man in France runs back at least two hundred thousand years has been satisfactorily proved by Lyell and other geologists, who showed that it has taken at least this long for the rivers to wear away their beds below the caves where they once sowed. Both Phones date line of important post cards and notions every holiday. Reymer's candies, laundry, reading colored churches on postcards. Villie avenue, is our record. For The Pittsburgh Courier News Received Here To Employment News Stand venue, Pittsburgh, Pa. Snigo's m and Ices Of our Ice Cream of one-half gal- here will be given one ticket for purchased. On the run of the reel tickets there will be TWO NUMBERS drawn, one calling for CARS and one calling for TEN GOLD. The running numbers record in this paper from time to NO ICE CREAM LIKE SNIGO'S 607-11 FIFTH AVE.; PITTSBURG Pleasure in Life. The life of a good man is not at all in want of pleasure, as a certain appendage, but contains pleasure in itself; for he is not a good man who does not rejoice in beautiful actions; and actions according to virtue will be in themselves delectable.—Aristotle. FIVE AMONG THE CHURCHES SIX ALL CHURCH NOTES MUST BE AT THE OFFICE BY WEDNESDAY OF EACH WEEK TO BE PUBLISHED UNDER THIS HEAD. JOHN WESLEY L. M. E. ZION CHURCH (Alma) "If ye love Me keep My commandments" was the divine command. One hundred and twenty persons partook of the Holy Communion Sunday, thus showing their love for the Sailor and a willingness to be witnesses testifying as to His love and mercy toward them; also keeping the command, "Do this in remembrance of me." At 8 p. Rev. Dr. W. L. Lee spoke from the subject, "Man's Responsibility to Man." The Daughters of Conference were well pleased with the services at three o'clock last Sunday. A good program was listened to by the many present. The collection was $17. Mrs. Ida Clark and Mrs. Nelle Barnaby were the speakers. Several vocal selections and a choice musical duet by Messrs. Brooks and Arter were sung. The Endearer society discussed the subject, "Endearer Day." Mrs. K. C. Stmart and L. J. Washington sang as a duet "The Inner Circle." Miss Pearl Blythe played an instrumental solo. The leap year social given by the Y. C. E. choir was quite a financial success. The young men enjoyed the good lunch prepared and paid for by the ladies. Tuesday, February 6, was quarterly conference, presided over by Rev. Dr. D. F. Bradley. There was a large number present and good reports presented. Dr. Bradley reports great revivals throughout the district. If the girls would like to know the answer to the all important question, whether it would be proper to propose a young man during Leap year, go to Mrs. Minnie Hines's residence, 705 Duff street, Thursday, February 15, at 8:30 p. m., and hear the subject discussed. Mrs. M. E. Dockett will represent the W. H. and F. missionary society and Buds of Promise, Mrs. Julia Hamock the Young Woman's Missionary society at the quarterly mass meeting in Scottsdale, February 27. The V. C. E. choir members have been taking an active part in the chorus of voices at the Union revival services in progress at Bethel church, Wyne Avenue The trustees have rally on March 17. $20,000 in dimes are wanted at that time The Missionary society's three-cent rally will be held Sunday, February 25. The gold medal has been ordered and will be on exhibition next Sunday. Mrs. M. V. Brandon won the medal last year. Who will win it this year? Those having pews in charge are working ardently. BROWN CHAPEL CHURCH North Side Pittsburgh, Pa. North Side, Pittsburgh, (By C. N. Collins.) Regardless of the extreme cold weather, the services at Brown Chapel church last Sabbath were largely attended all day. The church has been wonderfully revived during the best series of meetings. recent The Sabbath school is increasing in interest and number, three new pupils have joined the school on last Sabbath. You are cordially invited to visit and join the Sabbath school, visit, superintendent. The official board met on last Monday evening in the pastor's study. Nearly all the members being present, Business of importance was transacted. Mrs. Lida W. Jones was at church on last Subbath after being confined to her home with a severe cold for weeks. the past two weeks, confined to his Daniel Pier is still confined to his dwell. The second quarter, meeting at Brown Chapel church will be the first Sunday in March. Miss Lucy Watson of the North Side, has returned from Virginia after spending five months there. She has our sympathy in the loss of her sister and two nieces. Mrs. Paul and daughter, Mrs. Alverta Mason Grayes of the East End, called on Rev. and Mrs. R. H. Morris on Monday evening. Mrs. Georgetta Collins, the mother of Miss Carrie Collins, and Mrs. R. H. Morris, are still in at this writing. Among those who called to see her was Mr. Wheeler of Enclid avenue church, Miss Cora Goodman, Mrs. Mara the Hopkins and C. T. Collins. Mrs. Margareg Kittrell of Erie, PA was called home for the serious illness and death of her aunt, Mrs Margaret Wiley, who died on Tuesday, February 1, 1922, at her late residence. Mrs. Wiley had been a member of Brown Chapel church for a number of years. She was also a faithful member of the Household of Ruth and the G. A. R. Ladies circle. The services were held on Saturday afternoon at Brown Chapel church, the above named societies having charge and Dr. R. H. Morris officiating. Designs the very cold weather, very interesting services were greatly enjoyed at Eacidl Avenue church last Sunday. At 11 a.m. Dr. Bantley preached on "The Broken Box of Ointment" Poured Upon the Sailor's Head" the close of which the surrender of the Lord's Supper was ministered. At the evening service Dr. J. G. Robinson preached a great sermon to a fair sized audience. The congregation was delighted with the effort and hope to bear him again. The pastor announced the Union revival service to be held in Euclid Avenue church, beginning February 15 and continuing ten days. The A. M. E. B. Union church at Homewood, Gladen A. M. E. church at Homestead and M. E. E. church Sharpburg, with the pastors and Christian workers down in the city will, according to present arrangements, join us in the work of soul singing in the East District. The ladies of the Altar guild meet fit the church Tuesday evening and a very interesting meeting was held. The first Tuesday in March will be the election of officers. Members who are back in their dues will only be required to pay dues for this year, beginning January 1, 1912. All delinquent memoirs who are not present March 5, 1912, will have their names drop ped from the roll. Miss Marie Houke and Mrs. John Fairfax received a letter from their sister, Mrs. James B. Corbin, from the West Indies that the stork left a big bouncing baby girl at their home. January 15, 1912. Little Ruth Banks had an operation performed last Saturday. We are glad to hear that she is improving very nicely. Mr. and Mrs. Whit Shoutz, who were in Pittsburgh for several months, have returned to their home in old Virginia. Their many friends wish them a pleasant journey. Mrs. John Keys of 519 North Highland avenue entertained Miss Minnie Harris at dinner Tuesday evening, January 30. The Violet Art club will hold a pink tea party on Wednesday, February 14, 1912, at the residence of Mrs. McWhiters. The Married Women's Culture club will meet on Thursday, February 15, 1912, at the residence of Mrs. McNeal, 1512 Lang avenue. Take Frankstown avenue car. Mr. and Mrs. J. S. Davenport entertained at dinner Sunday, February 4, 1912, Rev. J. W. Robinson of Ohio and Rev. D. S. Bentley. Mrs. Nancy Miles Mrs. Mary Miles died Wednesday January 24, at her home in Monter street. The funeral services were held at the Euclid Avenue A. M. E. church Sunday afternoon, January 28. Dr. D. S. Benty preached the sermon. The service was largely attended and was very impressive. Surviving are her husband, two sons, one sister, two brothers and a host of relatives and friends. A parlor musical will be given at the home of Mrs. W. S. Lewis, 5704 Broad street, Thursday evening, February 15, for the benefit of the Negro Tuberculosis Cot club. The program will consist of some of the best talent or the city. Refreshments will be served. Admission. 10 cents. The following program will be rendered: Martin George Brooks, violin selection; W. W. Crawford, solo; Mabel Beasley, piano selection; Mrs. C. Thompson, recitation; Miss Flora Glabson, solo; Miss Marie McNeal, piano solo; Miss Minnie Harris, recitation; Madam Cantwell, solo; Miss Marion Russell, recitation; Miss Nellie Mellix, solo; Miss Irwin Spencer, selection; William Strother, solo; Miss Ruth Banks, piano selection; Mrs D. M. Blair, accompanist. Committee: Mrs. Joseph Mellix, Miss M. Maxwell, Mrs. John Crawford and Mrs. Irwin Science. A Martha Washington tea party will be given at the home of Mrs. Lucy B. Simmons of 6357 Penn avenue Thursday evening, February 22. Admission, including program and refreshments, 15 cents. WEST END A. M. E. ZION CHURCH WEST END A. M. E. ZION CHURCH (Br. )zella Barnaby.) The pastor's Aid society will give a grand concert on February 14 for the benefit of the church. The Sunday school is progressing rapidly, also the Christian Endeavor. New Members are joining almost every Sunday. The music is rendered by the Junior choir. Miss Sarah Hammond of Elliott, will visit her friend, Miss Viola Crumption of Woodlawn, Pa., leaving on Saturday. Mrs. Mary White, who has been sick for some weeks with paralysis, is doing as well as can be expected. Don't forget the concert on February 14, 1912. Bethel A. M. E. Church Elm and Wylie The great and glorious campaign is on. The battle against sin is eager at Bethel, Reys, Virgil, Scott and Lee are the earnest, devout leaders and with the wonderful assistance of the great evangelist, Dr. J. G. Robinson, are cutting down the blades of and producing a mighty effect upon the community by their preaching of Christ and Him crucified. On the point of attendance and interest these meetings have been all that was anticipated. A beautiful service was held on last Sunday evening when the order of Elks worshiped with us, body and made a special concession, financially and in the form of an excellent sated concert in appreciation for saints shown on our good pastor, Rev. Scott. To further manifest their gratitude and esteem, this book of men presented a beautiful silk hat to our pastor, making known with emphasis the fact that their love for Dr. Scott's deep-rooted, Rev. Scott and the gift in a modest and dignified manner, assuring the Elks that he would be swift to heed their call whenever they should need him. Pray, keep in remembrance the monthly sacred concert, March 10, at 8 p. m., at which time the Brown Chapel orchestra and the Blue Ribbon quarter will appear. The Vestal Virgin drill will be given by the Bible class of the Sunday school some time next month. The young ladies are rehearsing a cantata for Easter Monday night. There will be no meeting of the Teacher Training class until after the winter series. The Charity club surprised the pastor and family with a large donation, which was certainly appreciated most heartily. Next, Clinton Knitter, a prominent young man of Washington, Pa., worshiped with us last Sunday. Mrs. W. H. Butler of Washington, Pa., attended our services last Monday. Mrs. J. G. Robinson, wife of the able evangelist, is with us and will assist in the afternoon and evening meetings. (By Bertha Carroll) Rev. E. R. Bazler preached a very instructive sermon last Sunday morning. Among the visitors at the sonage this week were Rev. J. W. Riley, Rev. F. A. Scott and Rev. Thomas. A. Japen. Mrs. Temple and Mrs. Askew of Washington, Pa., worshipped at Allen Chapel on Sunday. Mr. Voter, who has been very sick for the past month, is improving. Mr. Price of Bellevue, has been ill, but at this writing is lots improved. Frenchie Burns of Beaver avenue, is at home again. He was called away a week ago to the funeral of his mother. He has the sympathy of his friends. Mrs. Florence Brown of Freemont street, still improving slowly. She has been sick for quite a while. Oliver Gray, having been home a couple of days with a sprained arm is much improved and is able to go to work again. Mr. and Mrs. Stock had the pleasure of entertaining his aunt from Roanoke, Va. On Wednesday, January 31, Charles Logan and Florence L. Lloyd were joined in holy wedlock at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Wheeler of Lake street. The ceremony was performed by Rev. E. R. Bazier, pastor of Allen Chapel. Sisters were present to witness the marriage. A very fine luncheon were served which was enjoyed by all present. Mrs. Elizabeth Pryor of McKeesport with us on Sunday and worshipped at Alcae Chapel. J. R. Lang of McKeesport, was a visitor at the personage. Miss Lucy Toyer came from Coburg, Canada, last week, enrotes to Wheeling, W. Va., to visit her sister Delm. Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Carroll entertained in honor of their son, Clarence's seventh birthday on Monday evening, from 5 to 7 p.m. The decorations were pink and white with many beautiful flowers. Covers where laid for eighteen little tots. Mrs. Res. E. R. Bazier was present and spoke very encouraging to the children. Each child responded with a solo or a recitation which made the occasion quite interesting. Clarence was the recipient of a number of beautiful presents. MT. CAVARY BAPTIST CHURCH MT. CAVARY BAPTIST CHURCH Rev. R. T. Bruce, pastor. Sunday was a cold day, but the faithful few found their way to the church. At 10 a. m. Superintendent Harry Smith was at his post for Sunday school. At 3 p. m., communion was held. Rev. J. T. Brooks, the expasor, was with us and preached for us. At 7:30 p. m. the pastor preached on the subject, "A True Friend," Psalms xvll, 24. February 22 the Sunday school will give a George Washington tea party. We have a few sick folks in our town. Mrs. Lialian Booker, has been sick for nearly three weeks; Wallace Porter is also on the sick list. Superintendent Harry Smith visited his mother in Sharpsburg, and found her very ill. BETHEL BAPTIST CHURCH Thompson's Hall, 2005 Wylie Avenue. Services 11 a.m. & 8 p.m. Sunday school at 12:45 p. m. prayer meeting Wednesday evening at 8 o'clock. These services are increasing both in interest and attendance. On Sunday, February 11, revival services will commence. The pastor, Rev. A. M. Paterson will be assisted by Rev. J. W. Terrry, the well known preacher and evangelist of West Virginia. Everybody is welcome at all services. St. Paul A.M.E. Church South Side. St. Paul A.M.E. Church South Side. The monthly communion was observed last Sunday morning. A large number communed and services all day were spiritual and the interest intense. The special revival services continue with increasing numbers in attendance and a rising tide of spiritual power and enthusiasm is manifest. It is said there has not been such manifestations of religious zeal and unity of action in St. Paul's for many years. The weather does not stop nor cool the growing interest. The meetings will continue. Bethany Baptist Church TIOGA ST., BRUSHTON. There will be a concert given at Bethany Baptist church on Monday night, February 22. The officials and pastor had planned to have the installation services at Bethany on February 13, but owing to the fact that many of the ministers are quite busy at present, they have decided to postpone it until sometime in March. We hope that those who kindly consented to serve will hold themselves in readiness to serve us when the occasion. We feel very grateful to them for their very great kindness. MT. ARARAT BAPTIST CHURCH MT. ARARAT BAPTIST CHURCH (By Mrs. Tabb.) Services at Mr. Azarast last Sabbath were very instructive and spiritual. Dr. Carter occupied the pulpit morning and evening and delivered two spirited sermons from John xxii, 2. Pastors present were Rev. Mitchell and Rev. Swift. Rev. Daily from Virginia will conduct revival services at the above named church during the month of March. Come ye sinners and hear this wonderful servant of God. It will do you good. The officers of the Missionary circle were installed by the pastor. Mrs. Tabb. president; Mrs. N. E. Washington, vice president; Mrs. E. Long, secretary. Big Salary Explained "And how is your excellent son, the divinity student? He graduated from the theological academy about a year ago, I believe?" "Yes, just a year ago. And he's doing so well! They pay him a wonderful large salary and next year he's to get more." "Indeed! That's very unusual. Perhaps it is his excellent delivery that nets him the large emolument." "Yes, that's it. He's one of the matchers in the big league."—Cleveland Plain Dealer. Nothing To It. Patience—This paper says that the French language is more suitable for use when telephone than the English has been discovered since London and Paris were linked by telephone. Patrice—Why, that's ridiculous. I had a Frenchman telephone one day, and I couldn't understand a word he said!—Yonkers Stateman. Children Not All Alike. Children should not be harshly treated because they are different in some respects to others. The difference in the case of your own boy may mark him out for a genius later on. THE COURIER. CONFIDENCE IN CHRISTIAN TRUTH A Sermon If thou wilt thou canst make me clean - Matthew 8:2 Confidence in the power, mercy and sympathy of our Lord was the spirit of the leper who thus cried to him for help, as well as of the centurion who besought him to say but a word and his servant would be healed, as related by St. Matthew in the eighth chapter. The same conviction and intimate persuasion in regard to his general disposition to exercise mercy and charity, confer benefit and blessing was produced everywhere his fame went. Unhesitatingly came from the heart and lip: "Have mercy on me, Son of David;" "Come down before my son dies;" "Lord, that I might see;" "Thou speaken the words of God in truth;" "Thou hast the words of eternal life." Our Redeemer left his teachings and spirit with the church, which is his body and the fullness of him. The truth which he taught was to make us free. His saving doctrine was to heal and invigorate, to wield an influence for the world's elevation and perfection. Through it men were to be brought to grace and truth. The Christian church in which he left the mission of carrying the witness or testimony of him to the remotest times and places, was to preach the advent of the kingdom of heaven among men, the birth of truth, the reign of justice. It was to be a great moral force and factor among the nations, which from it were to draw inspiration for their customs, spirit for their laws, the perfection of their morality and the exemplar of their justice. The church and its teachings were to be the mentor of kings and the patron of the people, the friend of the rich and the mother of the poor, a check on the tyrant and the protector of the oppressed, the guide of the prosperous, and the consoler of the miserable. There were given powers to break the chains of sin and conquer the forces of hell. The church was to exerce mercy and fulfill the covenant of reconciliation—to give knowledge of salvation to the people, to illumine them who sit in darkness and the shadow of death, to direct our feet in the ways of peace. Christ said to the apostles: "You are to be the light of the world, and the salt of the earth." The life of the church, through which Christian truth has been transmitted, has ever been beneficial and helpful, true and honest to all men. Its services have been of the utmost importance and paramount influence for good. It has been the mingling impulse behind every fruitful movement. As a great Spanish writer (Halmes) says, the church instructed ignorance, civilized barbarism, polished rudeness, softened ferocity and preserved society from being always the prey of the fiercest brutality and the most degrading stupidity. Outside of her there was scarcely a fertile idea, a consoling thought, a beam of hope to preserve the social world from ruin. She infused principles of regeneration. The Gospel preached, the maxims instilled and the charity exercised raised men to higher ideals and loftier alms, and fired their hearts with divine sentiments. Her energies were bent toward the abolition of slavery, the elevation of the family, the purification of morals, the regulation of passions. Laws derived from her her sainction and authority, right sanctification and right condemnation and disgrace. And all were brought to recognize the claims of divine truth, justice and sanctity; all classes were impregnated with her salutary teachings and imbued with the spirit of Christ. New forces of life, new germs of inspiration, new principles of action were engendered. Religion was given its true character and proper direction, the people acquired sublime philosophy, science was taught the loftiest truths about God and man, and society secured the most solid foundations of permanence. The world was covered with good works and admirable writings: a refuge was created for every grief, a guardianship for every weakness, a patrimony for every distress, lessons and examples for every truth and virtue. The individual was taken hold of and given to understand his conscience and personal responsibility, duty and obligation to the higher law divine; yet he was informed of his innate rights and independence—possessing within himself a personal life, himself the dictator of his acts and the arbiter of his destiny. He was shown how to attain happiness—in virtue and religion. Grace was applied to him for the pardon of his sins and strength against his temptations. His joys were tempered lest they become excessive and immoderate, and his sorrows alleviated lest he become despairing or despondent. Truth was afforded for his intellect, comfort for his heart, peace for his soul and honor for his body. There is every reason to say that Christian truth, or the church, which teaches it, possesses all that is required to elevate and perfect man in his corporate and individual capacity; to enable us at all times and in all places and under all conditions to rise above and conquer the forces within and without that tend to render our existence one of continual pain and annoyance, or one of utter degradation or hopelessness: able to correct ideas, to refine feelings, to curb passion, to remove animosities, to prevent or remedy excesses, to establish Electric agriculture is now attracting a great deal of attention, and says the Engineer, the simple system devised by M. Basty should be worth further investigation. It consists in standing upright in the ground in the neighborhood of the plants thin iron rods provided with non-corrosible points. The rods may be about six feet long for cereals and about one half inch diameter. The Theory is that these rods create electric oscillations eternal principles of justice in society and man, to soothe and sustain man kind, to lead it through tedious ways and tangled paths and dark places and to cause us to prevail against the cruelty of the strong, the impley of the wicked, the rapacity of monarch and the licentiousness of the multitude, the fury of demagogues and the imprudence of the masses, and to confer on every man who enters into personal relation with it the persuasion of an entire and total interior reform a thorough cleansing by which he may attain the conviction of sin forgiven union with heaven and the peace of God in his soul. It is not too much to claim 'that if we would apply to the many questions now perplexing the race, to the solution of the conflict between labor and capital, the 'high cost of living, the disintegration of the family by divorce and loose marriage laws, and the other sources of complaint, which are loud, the eternal principles which the Christian church transmits and inculcates, we should experience a healthy reform on all sides and a peace which it would be hard to break. It is not also too much to hope or to pray for the dawn of a day when these beachings and the spirit of Christ will be universally invoked to sustain ttering authority; when philosophy will be brought to the basis they lay down and its conclusions be put in harmony and agreement with their premises; when political economy will recognize no hope for its purity and correct application save in the shadow of their institutions, and social questions will be studied in the light of their judgment and decrees; when morality will hasten to safety in the bosom of their counsels and laws, and when science will bow before their shrine and pay homage to their wisdom, and be convinced that the rein will be found in safeguard, guardian, inspiper and d'ector. SOUTH AFRICAN NATIVES TOO SHREWD FOR ENGLISH SOUTH AFRICAN NATIVES TOO SHREWD FOR ENGLISH LEADERS OF TRIBES REBENT CHARGE OF DISLOYALTY—PER- EGRINO LAUDED. Every little while the English in South Africa have a scare thrown into them by the disquieting rumors of uprising by powerful native tribes who live among them. That the English are afraid of these natives and still more afraid of the American and West Indian negroes who go to South Africa to live and do business is evidenced by their antagonism to these classes. The American negro especially is tabooed by these English because he preaches too much of freedom and independence to their natives. So that there is now an unwritten law in South Africa against giving the freedom of the country to American negro clergymen and laymen who go there with the idea of enlightening the natives or for business purposes. They are not wanted by the whites and are not welcomed. A corresponding member of the Negro Society for Historical Research now at Mafeking, South Africa, writes the society that a very large meeting was held in the stalt, in that city, recently, which was presided over by Chief Lekoko, and that nearly every chief and headman of the Bavalong tribe was present, as well as nearly all of the available male population. Speeches were made by the chiefs present, among them Lekoko, Joshua and Silas Molena, condemning as false and mischievous certain charges of disloyalty to the English laid against the natives. Every speaker paid a glowing tribute to F. Z. S. Peregrino, representative of King Legamka, and thanked him for his services on behalf of the Bavalongs with the government during the past nine years. Verily "the guilty flee when no man pursueth." NEGRO POPULATION IN THE SOUTH During the past thirty years there has been a considerable change in the proportion of whites and negroes in the south. In 1880 the whites constituted 62.9 per cent. of the population and the negroes 36 per cent.; in 1900 the whites constituted 67.4 per cent. and the negroes 32.3.; in 1910 the whites constituted 69.9 per cent and the negroes 29.8. Eight million seven hundred and forty-nine thousand three hundred and ninety, or 89 per cent. of the negroes live in the south and 1,078,904. $b$ 10.9 per cent. outside of the south. In 1900 10.3 per cent. of the total negro population lived outside of the south. There at present two states in the south, South Carolina and Mississippi, where the negroes exceed the whites. In West Virginia, Arkansas and Oklahoma the negroes had a higher rate of increase than the whites. In Delaware and Virginia, there has been only a slight increase, namely 1.6 per cent. in each case. In Maryland, Kentucky, and Tennessee there has been since 1900 an actual decrease in the number of negroes. The number of negroes in the localized southern states are as follows: Delaware, 31,181; Maryland, 2,342; 249; District of Columbia, 94,446; Virginia, 671,096; West Virginia, 64,173; North Carolina, 697,343; South Carolina, 835,543; Georgia, 1,176,987; Florida, 208,669; Kentucky, 261,656; Tennessee, 473,058; Alabama, 908,275; Mississippi, 1,009,487; Arkansas, 442,891; Louisiana, 713,874; Oklahoma, 137,612; Texas, 690,020. in the ground which benefit the plants. M. Basty showed at a recent exhibition a number of plants raised in this way, spinach, strawberries, green peas, etc., which were both earlier and better than others grown in the ordinary way in neighboring plots. It would be interesting to know if the chemical effect of the iron had anything to do with the results. It is often too late when we realize that the commonplaces of life are its decrest treasures. CHURCH NOTICES Bethel A. M. E. Church. Corner Wye avenue and Elm street. Sunday services 10:30 A. M. and 7:45 P. M. Sunday School, 12:45 P. M. Christian Endeavor, 6:30 P. M. Prayer meeting Wednesday, 8 P. M. Class meeting, Friday, 8 P. M. Rev. P. A. Scott, pastor, residence 95 Elm street, Bell phone 2987 Grant. ST. AUGUSTINES EPHCOOPAL MISSION 119 Jackson St. N. B. Pte. Sunday services, 10:45 A. M. 7:45 P. M. Sunday School, 12:30 P. M. Wednesday evening prayer meet- ing, 7:45 P. M. Rev. Scott Wood, priest in charge John Wesley A. M. E. Zion Church, 40 Arthur Street. Preaching Sunday, 11 a. m. and 8 p. m.; Varrick C. E. Society, 6:30 p. m. Sunday, school, 1:30 p. m.; prayer meeting, Wednesday evening; class meeting, Friday evening; communion services every first Sunday in the month. Rev. W. L. Lee, pastor. Bell street, 2293-R Grant, 40 Arthur EUCLID AVENUE A. M. E. OHURCH Corner Euclid avenue and Harvard street, Pittahurst. Morning worship, 10:45 a. m., Sunday; Sunday school, 2:30 p. m.; Allen Endeavor League, 6:30 p. m.; evening worship, 7:45 p. m., Sunday. D. S. BENTLEY, D. D., Pastor, Parsonage, 5714 Broad street Hours of study, 10:00 to 12:00 M. lally except Monday. Telephone, 1764-B Highland. Communion, first Sunday in each month, 3 p. m. Pastor's Study at church from 12 to 3 p. m. Peaching every Sunday, 10:45 a. m. and 7:45 p. m. Sunday school, 1:30 p. m. B. Y. P. U., 6 p. m. Beats free. All are welcome. Payne A. M. E. Church. Preaching every Sunday, 11 a. m. and 7:30 p. m.; Sunday school, 2:30 p. m.; Alien Endeavor league, 6:30 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. Y. P. U. 6:30 p. m.; prayer meeting Wednesday, 8 p. m. Rev. R. D. Epps, pastor. Highland Baptist church—Sunday service, 11 a. m. and 7:30 p. m.; communion fourth Sunday in each month; Sunday school, 2 p. m.; B. Y. P. U., 6 p. m.; prayer meeting Wednesday, 7:30 p. m. Rev. C. J. Wells, pastor. Rocky Mt. Baptist church—Sunday services, 11 a. m. and 7 p. m.; Sunday school, 1:30 p. m.; prayer meeting Wednesday night; communion every Bird Sunday in month. Rev. J. H. Brown, pastor. GRACE MEMORIAL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH. Preaching at 11 a. m. and 8 p. m. Sunday school at 1 p. m. Young people's Christian Endeavor, 7 p. m. Wednesday night prayer meeting, 8 p. m REV. CHAS. HENRY TRUSTY, D. D. 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.; evening service, 7:46. Wednesday—Prayer meeting 8 p.m. REV. R. H. MORR!S. Pastor. WAYMEN A. M. E. CHURCH. Preston Avenue. Services every Lord's day at 10:40 a.m. and b.m. on Sunday school, 10 a.m. to 10 m. Seats free. All welcome. Prayer meeting Wednesday at 8 p.m. REV. E. N. THOMAS. Pastor. REV. E. N. THOMAS, Pastor. 005 Monroe avenue, Bellevue, Pa. WARREN M. E. CHURCH Center avenue and Watt street Rev. S. A. Virgil, Pastor. Telephone: 1148 R Schenley Preaching, Sunday, 11 a. m. Sunday school, 2 p. m. Downtown, 6 p. m. Evening service, 7:45 p. m. Prayer meeting every Wednesday evening. Trustees' meeting the second and fourth Monday nights of each month. A. M. E. Zion Church. Services every Sunday at 11:30; evening 8:00. Sunday school 12:30; literary every Tuesday at 8:00 p. m. Rev. Ware, pastor. 'ALLEN CHAPEL A. M. E. CHURCH North Side, Pittsburg. Morning worship, 10:45 a. m. Class 12 m. Sunday school, 2 p. m. A. C. E. League, 6:30 p. m. Evening worship, 7:45 p. m. Wednesday night, prayer meeting. All are Invited to attend. REV. E. R. BAZIER, Pastor. Homewood A. M. E. Zion Church, Tioga and Dumferline Streets. Rev. J. M. Davis, Pastor. Service Sabbath 11 a. m., 7:45 p. m. Young People's meeting, 7 p. m. Sabbath school, 2:30 p. m. Prayer meeting, Wednesday, 8 p. m. Class meeting, Friday evening. Visitors cordially welcome. UNIONTOWN, Pa. Mt. Olivet—Baptist Church—Rev. Thompson, pastor—Preaching at 10:45 a.m.; Sunday school at 2:30 p.m.; R. Y. P. U. at 6:30 p.m., and preaching at 7:45 p.m. Zlion A. M. E. church—Rev. J. W. Polk, pastor—Preaching, 10:45 a.m.; Sunday school, 2:30 p.m.; C. B. no ciecy, 6:30 p.m., preaching, 7:45 p.m. Mt. Rose Baptist church—Rev. Thomas Ford, pastor—Preaching, 10:45 a.m.; Sunday school, 2:30 p.; R. Y. P. U. at 9:30 p.m.; preaching, 7:45 p.m. SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 1912 St. Paul A. M. B church, Rev. W. B Anderson, D. D., pastor preaching 10:45 a.m.; Sunday school, 2:30 p.m.; C. B. society, 6:30 p.m.; preaching 7:45 p.m. Good Hope Baptist Church Service. Fifty-fourth and Penn Avenue. Sunday school at 9:30 a.m. Preaching, 11 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. B. V. P. U., 6 p.m. Prayer meeting, 7:30 to 9 p.m. Wednesday. Official meeting. Thursday, before second Sunday. 8 p. m. Church meeting, Friday, before see ond. Sunday, 8. p. m. Communication services every second Sunday at 3 p. m. Women's Missionary circle, first Tuesday at 8 p.m. Sunday school teachers' meeting, every Tuesday from 8 to 9 p. m. All are welcome. Rev. T. H. C. Messer, D. D., Pastor, residence, 5109 Dauphin street, East End. Office in the church. Hours. 11 a. m. to 2 p. m., Wednesday and Friday. Services at Bethlehem Baptist Church, McKeesport, Pa. Preaching at 11 a. m. and 8 p. m.; Sabbath school at 2 p. m.; B. Y. P. U. at 6:30. All are welcome. Rev. J. R. Saunders, pastor. St. Paul's A. M. E. Church, McKeenport. Preaching at 11 a. m., Sunday school at 2 p. m. Allen's Christian Endeavor at 6 p. m. and preaching at 8 p. m. Rev. W. W. Young, pastor. Gladden A. M. E. Church, Homestead, Pa. C. R. Goggins, pastor—Services 11 a. m. and 7:30 p. m. Sunday school, 2:30 p. m.; prayer meeting Wednesday evening; literary Thursday evening. The Peoples' Mission, Wilkinsburg, order of services—Sunday school at 2 p. m., the Juvenile Mission band at 3:30 p. m., preaching at 7:45 p. m., Wednesday evening prayer meeting. WHEELING, W. VA. Simpson M. E. Church, Oft street, Rev. G. W. J. Wenkins, D. d. pastor— Sunday services, 10:45 a. m.; Sunday school, 2:35 p. m.; H. B. Clemens super- intendent; Epworth leage, 6:40; preaching, 7:45. Wayman A. M. E. church, Market street, Rev. J. T. Farity, pastor—Sunday services, 10:45; class meeting, 12; Sunday school, 2:30; Christian Endeavor, 6:45; preaching, 7:45. House of Prayer Rescue Home, Mother A. Johnson, Sheperdess—Regi- ular services Sunday. Tuesday. GREENSGURG, PA. GREENSBURG, PA. Bethel A. M. E. Church, Pennsylvania street—Sunday school, 9:55 a.m.; morning services, 10:45 a.m.; evening services, 7:45 p.m.; prayer meeting, Wednesday, 8 p.m.. Rev. C. J. Powell, D. D. pastor, No. 213 West Otterman street, Bell phone 387-J. FRAZIER, BROWN & CO. LICENSED EMPLOYMENT BUREA Reliable Positions Furnished Reliable Colored Help Our Specialty Bell Phone 5927 Highland. 6321 Penn Avenue, Pittsburgh, Pa... The Pittsburgh Courier is the only Afro-American Newspaper published in Greater Pittsburgh Read it. It is your paper. M'KEESPORT ENTERPRISE My friend, the only way you can do justice to the Race and yourself is to become a member of the Negro National Auditorium Association. JOHN E. HUDSON, President. Fail, and you job yourself of that united help due you in, case of misfortune or distress. Once a member always a member. B. D. OLIVER, Secretary. Life membership $2.00; no monthly dues, no assessments. Address all communications to the Negro National Auditorium Association, Box 283, McKEESPORT, PA. Advertisement. SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 1912. SECRET SOCIETY NOTICES GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M. Seventh Masonic district—Brother John C. Morton, W. G. Jr. Warden and District Deputy Grand Master, 16 Miller street, Pittsburgh, Pa. Mt. Morlanigh 36. Skidweld meeting second Thursday ene month. Frisdon B. B. W. M., Edward W. Johnson secretary. St. John's No. 50, Sewickley-Stat- ed meeting first Monday each month. Lewis Hallstock, W. M.; J. G. Matt- ter, Jr. secretary. Star West No. 62—Stated meeting second Saturday each month. Samuel Scott, W. M.; Marion W. Hall, secretary. King Solomon Lodgo No. 78. New Brighton—Stated meeting second Wednesday each month. Alexander Wgbaster, W. M.; James W. Butler, secretary. Prince Hall Lodgo No. 87. Beaver Falls—Stated meeting third Saturday each month. Jerierah Boulding, W. M.; Lewis Ewing, secretary. St. Cypress No. 13—Wm. A. Morrison, W. M.; Nelson J. Miles, 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. Monessen no. 79, Monessen-Julius Smith, W. M.; Abby 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. Hatch, secretary. Stated meeting fourth Tuesday. M. Plesah No. 91, Uniontown, Pa.—A. P. McClure, W. M.; J. H. Robinson, secretary. Stated meeting second Monday each month. Alpha Lodge No. 92, Pittsburgh—Frank R. Steward, W. M.; J. H. Robinson, secretary. Stated meeting third Tuesday. Progress Lodge, U. D.—W. S. Jenks, W. M.; Wm. Washington, secretary. Stated meeting second Friday. Anxiliary No. 98 meets third Friday night of each month. Asaph Lodge, Connellsville—Mosting night first and third Tuesday night in the month. Sandy McNeal, W. M.; James Strange, sec. Iron City Lodge No. 17, I. B. P. O. E. W.-Meets second and fourth Thursday, Elk Rest, 29 Fulton street. Chas, Gaunt, 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.; P. E. R., F. Sec. Greater Pittsburgh Lodge 115. I. B. P. O. E. W—Meets first and third Monday at Elks Rest. 6487 Frankstown avenue, East End. Lema Paxon, E. R.; B. L. Rose, P. Sec. Ramiseth 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. Ednounds, F. Sec. Summit Lodge No. 115. I. B. P. O. E. W—Meets first and third Friday at McClure hall, corner Main and Mormon town 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. Tunn Valley Lodge No. 156, Bradford, Pa—Meets first and third Thursday 15 Chambers street. Rev. P. H. William, F. R.; E. J. Enter, P. Sec. malta Commandary. Eminent commander, George Cochran; generalissimo, Samuel P. Buckner; captain general, David D. Richards; recorder, Charles Richardson; treasurer, Lewis W. Wagoner; senior warden, James C. Dews; junior warden, Charles Coy; standard bearer, John H. Thornton; sword bearer, Clarence, Findley; warder, George Robinson; sentelel, Joshua Lincoln; prelate, Rev. C. J. Powell, D. D.; associate prelate, Rev. J. H. Dandridge. ODD FELLOWS. Meetings of Grand United Order of Odd Fellows in Odd Fellows' hall, Irwin avenue and Jackson street, North Side. Union Western Star Lodge, No. 1515, first and third Wednesday evenings. P. L. Anderson, secretary, 505 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, 1837 Irwin avenue. Household of Ruth, No. 55, first and third Friday evenings. Household of Ruth, No. 1784, second and fourth Wednesday evenings. Mrs Byrdle Crankleton, secretary, 1116 Decatur street. Allegheny Patrarchery, No. 11, fourth Monday evening. P. L. Anderson, secondary, 605 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 Hide. James Mason, C. C. T. A. Wilson, K. of R. R. 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; Jerry 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, meets second and fourth Tuesday night in each month at Odd Fellows hall, corner Beaver and Broad street, Sewickley, Pa. Mrs. Mattie 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. Massey, C. T. Esther Chapter No. 7, Order of the Eastern Star. Stated meeting third Thursday cash month at 6004 Center avenue, Rosa E. Hill, W. M.; Blanche D. Hill, secretary, 2911 Wylie avenue. The chair members of the Oak Hill Avenue A. M. E. church had a very enjoyable reception at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Hiram Simmons last Thursday evening. After rending several of their strong choruses they partook of the dainties which were in store for them. Those present were Mrs. Arvona Lynch, Mrs. Ica Lottier, Mrs. Josephine Whitney, Mrs. Sarah Ghant, Mrs. Hiram Simmons, Mrs. Alice Swinton, Mrs. Jessie Smith, Mrs. Maud Basset, Mrs. Jill Milton, Mrs. Nora Jilly, Mrs. W. H. Milton, organist M. D. Minket, Hiram Simmong, Roland Williams, Allen Morton and Abram Ghant, chorister. A number of Mrs. Anderson Vactor's friends gave a surprise at her home in Morrison avenue. Saturday evening, in honor of her sixty-sixth anniversary. The evening was an enjoyable one, and was spent in music and social talk. Lunch was served. Those present were: Mesdames Lucy Reed, Angle Rose, Queen Robinson, Hanah Bogges, Thomas Lonesome, Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Woods, Kennedy, Joyce, Whitney, Anna Hudson, Charles Jenkins, J. H. Moore, Canada, Mills, A. Jenkins, E. S. Moore, Hiram Simons, R. W. Glove and Master Loo Patterson and Anderson Vactor. Peter Doup of Pike street, is in New York city this week. Mrs. Geo. Lacey underwent an operation in the City hospital on Friday. Mrs. Rober, Kerr of Foster street, Branks Wright of Thhels street, Mose B of Thomas street, C. R. Miller o, Palace hole, Mrs. Henry Johnson, Monroe Thompson and Mrs. Robert Mackenzie, somewhat improv. The musical entertainment of by hand the Heart and Rose Rose Bed Nursery on Tuesday was a grand success. Edward Leone is at his home in Morceq street, with a spright ankle. Mrs. George A. Simpson of Akron, was called to the city last week on account of the illness of her daughter- in-law, Mrs. D. P. H. Simpson, who underwent an operation at the City hospital on Saturday morning. Thad. Wilson was knocked of a staplelder while at work at the Shoe and Tube works on Wednesday and was moved to the City hospital, where it was found that he had a fractured shoulder. Mahoning Valley lodge No. S622 of G. U. O. of O. F. meet in regular ses- sion on Thursday evening. C. C. Lottier secretary. Geo. Johnson visited his wife, who is at the hospital in Pittsburgh on Friday. She is improving. J. W. Burke of Steubenville, was called to Flushing, O. to attend the funeral of his brother, Elisa Burke. Jas. Carlin and Mrs. May Smith were married at Pittsburgh and visited the aunt and uncle, Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Burke of Steubenville. Mrs. Henry Freeman of South Church street, gave a surprise party in honor of her husband's fifty-ninth birthday. The table was laid for ten Speeches and soious were reopened after the refreshments had been served. W. M. Brown is still confined to his Home in Adam street. Miss Edith Boyce of Wilberforce and Master Gryville Boyce of Como is now well home by the flowers and birth of Eunice Webb. Quarterly meeting was observed at Stinson church last Sunday. District superintendent, Roy. J. Connery, praised two splendid sermons. The Ladies' Aid society were en- North Side Lodge, No. 124, L. B. P. O. E. of W—Meets at the Rent, 206 Robinson street, North Side, second and fourth Mondays of each month. J. Walter Frazier, E. R.; Jesse W. Harris, F. S. Gen. J. B. Sweltzer 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. 35. K. of P., meets first and third Friday of each month. Alexander Williams, C. C.; Commodore Tilden, K. of R. S. Damon Lodge No. 29. K. of P. meets first and third Thursday each month at Odd Fellows hall, Wylie and Benton. Frederick C. Gouid, 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 wednesdays of each month, at Odd Fellows ball court at尔街. PAUL GILLETTE, C. C. I. F. JACKSON, V. C. ROYAL GRAND NO. 31. K. OF P. Meetings second and fourth Wednesdays of each month, at Odd Fellows ball, 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. 56—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., Charleroi, Pa. Meets every first and third Tuesdays. Charles Wonzer, secretary. H. of R., 1413, Charleroi, Pa. Meets every first and third Wednesdays. Mrs. A. Primas, W. R. L. O. OF ST. LUKES Gon. 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, En. Com.; Sir Samuel P. Buckner, generalisimo; Sir David D. Richards, Capt. Gen.; Sir William S. Lewis, recorder; Sir John T. Thornton, treasurer; Rev. C. J. Pqwell, 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. Esther chapter No. 7, Order of the Eastern Star—Stated meeting third Thursday of each month at 6004 Center avenue. Rosa E. Hill, W. M.; Lucele Lewis, secretary. Naomi Tabernacle No. 39, Daughters of Tabor—Meeting first and third Tuesday night in each month at Re- formers hall, Frankstown avenue. East End, Julia Tabb, H. P., 12 Mayflower street, East End; Maggie Moore, V. R., 632S Upland street, East End. McKeesport, Pa. Glittering Diamond Tabernacle, No. 37, Daughters of Tabor, meets second Tuesday night of each month at 1118 Market street. Lily of the Valley Court of Calla- tha, No. 267, meets first Thursday evening of each month at 1118 Mar- ket street. ELIZABETH, PA. Walnwright lodge, No. 45, K. of P. Brother A. T. Scott, C. C.; Brother French E. H. Greene, Brother Stanley Young B. Burton; prelate; Brother Wesley H. Stratton, m. of E.; Brother Charles S. Batch, m. of F.; Brother Stanley Simmons, k. of R. and S. Brother R. E. Pansburn, 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 WAYNESBURG, PA Youngstown, O. (By Wm. Saunders.) Steubenville, O. tertained by Mrs. Geneve Ford on last Monday evening. After the business was attended to the ladies spent a social hour, partaking of the elegant luncheon which the hostess had prepared. W. M. Brown does not seem to improve in health. Mrs. Eina Brady and Frank Walker went to Martins Ferry on Sunday to attend the birthday dinner which was given in honor of Rev. Grandison. Mrs. Mattie Morris of Wellsburg, was visiting friends in the city last week. Eugene Webb, who has been sick for over a year, died on Sunday, February 4, at the home of Mrs. Mungey. His funeral was held on Tuesday afternoon, conducted by Rev. Burton. Miss Edith and Orville Muncy were called home by the death of Mr. Webb. Bellaire, Ohio Bellaire, Ohio (B:: Ceasar.) Services at the St. Paul's A. M. E. church were well attended on Sunday. Pastor C. M. Hogans was able to be out for the first time in five weeks. At the evening service, a grand missionary program was rendered. Mrs. S. B. Hogans, president deserves much credit for its arrangement. The hustling president of the Y. P. I. club, Mrs. Berle Myers, with her quorum of officers, deserves much credit for the noble work done for the church. They recently purchased a new set of paws, costing $300 and newly papered the church. The main auditorium is being remodeled. The paper read by Mrs. Stella Green on "Mission" was a gem. Mr. and Mrs. C. C. W. Robinson of Connellsville, Pa. Mrs. Josephine Kyles and Henry Boyce of Pittsburgh, Fa. are the house guests of Rev. and Mrs. C. M. Hogans. John Stovall and Mr. Buckley are two new additions to the A. M. E. choir. P. E. Joshua H. Jones held quarterly conference here last Tuesday. Total amount raised for the quarter $20 and 14 accessiones to the church: AKRONO AKRONO (By Mary Broady.) One of the most interesting events occurring here annually is the celebration of the pastorate of the Rev. R. A. Jones of the Second Baptist church. This is the nineteenth year and is to be observed the first Sunday in March. It is with sincere thankfulness that we express our belief that there is no one else that compares more favorable with the Biblical ideal pastor than does Rev. Jones. He is a truly spiritual speaker, unselfish, apparently untiring in his efforts, to help others in whatever way they may need help, simply to satisfy his great desire to help mankind. This year the membership has been divided into squads, under captains to raise no less than $100 for the trustees' treasury. The Rev. Dr. William of Columbus, o. who bears the distinction of belonging to the K. of P. lodge longer than any living Negro and who is the Grand chancellor of the K. of P.'s of the State of Ohio, visited the Odessa court and Court of Canasthe on Tuesday evening. He addressed the lodge at their lodge room and delivered a lecture to the public at the Second Baptist church on the subject "The Advantages of Organization." The thoughts expressed by him in this lecture, if they were carried out, would come nearer to the solution of the Negro problem than any thing else aside from the observation of the Golden Rule. He was the guest of Rev. R. A. Jones while here. The Eureka club is the name of the latest social organization by a number of the young men here. They have secured rooms at 104 North Howard street, and the officers are: President, H. H. Bibbs; vice president, W. H. Hurresson; secretary and treasurer, S. Lowdin, formerly of Youngstown; sergeant at arms, J. W. Hadnot, R. H. Jones, exasperintendent of the A. M. E. Zion Sunday school, was a visitor to the Second Baptist Sunday school on Sunday morning and addressed the Sunday school. Geraldine Dyson was the guest of Dyson on Wednesday. Dyson, Dyson, or Maworthow, O., last Sunday. Miss Carrie Haines is able to be out again after a long illness from a nervous breakdown. Mrs. Victoria Heath spent Sunday in Wadsworth visiting her sick cousin, Alfred Earley and family. The sick among us are, Mrs. Mary Coleman, Mrs. Tillman's mother, Mr. Movedith Clark and "Father" Coleman at the Infirmary and Mrs. Rosa Robinson. DAYTON, O. (Br. Ruth Alston.) Union revival services are being held at Kimbly M. E. Church this week in the interest of A. M. E. Zion church. The Y. P. A. was entertained by Miss Georgia Anna Fate at the home of Miss Sidia Asson on Monday evening. A Calicious luncheon was served after business was over. Miss Edith Milton, who was burned a few weeks ago by hot water, is still ailing. Under the leadership of Miss Mamie Banks some of the young people are practicing for a play to be rendered for the benefit of Eaker Street church. The play is entitled the "Obstinate Family." Earl Kelly of Oxford, O., was on the city last week. Ira Pawton, who has been sick with pneuromyalgia, is able to be 'out. Mrs. McGuerden of Sprague street, who has been ill is better. Lincoln celebration will be he'd at Bethel Baptist church on February 12. A very elaborate program has been prepared. Miss Marguerite Jackson, who has been visiting in Delaware, has returned home. James Guy of Wilberforce, O., was visiting Rev. and Mrs. Alston and daughters last Monday. East Liverpool, O. (B. Miss Iletta Dorsey) in this city on Saturday. Miss Mabel E. Widowson, formerly of this city, and Ulysses Jackson of New Orleans, will be married February 15. Mr. and Mrs. F. D. Curtis of Chester, W. Va. David Brooks, P. T. Brown, Rev. and Mrs J. M. Tate and family and Mrs. Mary E. Brown were guests of Mrs. Hannah Smith of Dunary Lane on Sunday. Catherine Louis, little daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wintree Smith, who is suffering with a beating, is somewhat improved. Mrs. Chas. Keen has returned from Chicago. Miss Sara Shavis visited friends in Fitzbush on Thursday. Rev. Dr. Hall of the Second Baptist church will address the men on Sunday at the A. M. E. church. Rev. Messer, who has been conducting revival services at the Second Baptist church returned to his home in Pittsburgh. The friends of Mrs. W. T. Thomas of Ohio avenue, East End. will be glad to hear of her recovery. The East End Sewing circle and Culture club met at the home of Mrs. Eugene A. Laws in Oakland avenue, last Thursday. The hostess served luncheon. The Woman's Mite Missionary society met at the home of Mrs. Belle Pier of Lincoln avenue. The hostess served luncheon. Many friends from Wellsville were present. The Brooks Bible class of the A. M. E. Sunday school held a very interesting meeting at the parsonage on Thursday night. E. D. Curtis, secretary; P. T. Brown, president. Ex-pastor Upthegrove passed through East Liverpool last week and preached a saint-siring sermon at Wellsville on Sunday night. Rev. Dr. Hall and Dr. Wesser made a pleasant visit at the Florida restaurant. They were nicely entertained. They were guests of Rev. Keene and family. Mrs. Mathew Smith of Commerce street, left Saturday, February 3, for Sharon, Pa., where she will spend Sunday with her mother, Mrs. Raymond. Paul and R. H. Fletcher of Steubenville, O. were the guests of Miss Bessie M. Cuen on Sunday. Clifford Downey of Canton and Oliver Southall of Ross Meadows, spent Sunday in Wellsville with friends. Mrs. Dora Smith and daughter, Miss Edith of Shaton, Pa., are visiting relatives in Wellsville. Edward Moseby is thinking seriously of opening up a café for ladies and gentlemen in the vicinity of the Diamond. Jas. Joyce is making a great success of his lunch emporium in Sixth street. of his lunch emporium in Sixth street. Rev. H. H. Upthegrove of Alliance, is assisting Rev. Cotton with his revival services this week at the A. M. E. church on Broadway. The services are being well attended and great work is being done in our city. Mrs. A. Smithers while in East Liverpool on Friday, fell on the ice sidewalks and was slightly injured. sidewalks and was slightly impaired. Leonard Jones of Ninth street, who has been sick for the past few weeks is still in a serious condition. Wade Johnson, who under went an operation at the East Liverpool hospital last week was taken home on Tuesday. Miss Ruth Smith of Washington, and Miss Eva Payne were the guests of Miss Reah Wilson on Saturday. Mrs. Loretta Myers of Calcutta, spent Saturday with Mrs. S. B. Jackson. Smithfield, Ohio Smithfield, Ohio (By Viola Carter.) Rev. S. W. White closed his series of meetings on Thursday night. Geo. W. Veney made a business trip to Steubenville on Thursday. Rev. H. H. Uphergrove left on Thursday for his home in Alliance after spending a few days at the home of Rev. W. H. Henry. Mrs. A. J. Towney and Mrs. E. Powell were the guests of D. W. D. Lewis on Thursday. Ed. Washington spent Saturday and Sunday with friends in Cadiz. Miss Viola Carter was the guest of her sister in Hopedale on Wednesday. Mrs. M. Mitchell and Mrs. Homer Harris are on the sick list. Mrs. Lewis of Emerson and Mrs. Jane Faithful of Harville were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Ed West on Thursday night. Wm. Minton and Herman Carter were the guests of C. H. Thomas and family on Sunday. Fred Faithful was the guest of Miss Minnie Beall on Sunday. Miss Louisa Thomas left on Tuesday for Canton, where she has accepted a lucrative position. Eulon West and Earnest Jackson are on the sick list. Mrs. Henry Smith of McIntyre were the guests of friends here on Monday. Mrs. Jas Beall entertained at dinner on Friday. Mrs. Lewis of Emerson, Mrs. Lane Faithful and daughter, Miss Alice of Harville and Mrs. Ed West. David Freeman was the guest of friends here on Sunday night. Mrs. Dave West and Mrs. Fred Ramsey were shopping in Steubenville on Saturday. A few of the young people gave a sleigh ride to Mrs. A. J. Towny Boston on Saturday. Those in the party were Gerald Blins, Misses Beall and Faithful. The party arrived home early next morning. Miss Gennet Fitzgerald was the guest of Miss Mattie Bigsby on Sunday. OUR WIDE-AWAKE REAL ESTATE AGENT HAS HOMES FOR ALL. After being in the real estate business in Youngstown for two months, I came to one conclusion, and that is, that the housing facilities for the colored population has taken a radical change. I have had the head of 20 or more families come to me for a better house, or a house with better surroundings, and not being familiar with the prejudiced laws,ords, and noticing houses in both of the daily papers for rent, I called them up, they not knowing for whom they were wanted, gave me an affirmative answer until I presented myself with the cash to pay for same: the reply was, "The house is rented," or "I have decided not to tent it at all." After striving under these difficulties for more than five months, I came to the conclusion that I would try some other avenue. I got busy with the best of my ability, and after striving for sometime, was fortunate enough to secure a plot of land in the most desirable section of the city, which is nicely filling up with a good class of people of both races, principally white, and through the efforts of Mr. Schiller, whom I deem a true friend, and myself, I am sure the problem is solved to an extent, and all the people who have not a home, can easily have one regardless of his or her financial condition. I will have 250 lots ranging from $100 to $200 according to their location, and have fixed the terms so that they can reach all regardless of income. Up to date I have had 85 put down their names to secure one of these lots and will gladly take any names name who has foresight enough to see the benefit. There will not be any money required before the first of April. I will soon have a similar plot in Akron, as the people in that city meet with the same disadvantages as they do in our city. Remember That every added subscriber helps to make this paper better for everybody Washington, D. C. (By C. D. Saller.) The colored boy Scouts of America, Troop No. 7, was reviewed and inspected by Lieutenant-General Sir Robert S. S. Baden Powell, K. C. B. K. C. D. O., of the British Army and hero of the Boer war. He was accompanied by J. E. West, president of the Boy Scouts, C. H. Livingston, president of the district, President Taft, his old, Captain Archibald Bult. Mrs. Taft, Ambassador Bryce of the British Legation and many other notables. The line of march was led by Dr. N. Waring and Prof. Brent with several brass bands. Mrs. B. Braswell, nee Bczeman, wife of Dr. Wm. E. Braswell of Mason, Ga., is visiting her cousin, Dr. Aida C., and Miss Ella Albert of 1951 third street, N. W. The semi-centennial anniversary of the Emancipation proclamation will be celebrated next year during the warm weather by a large exposition company which has headquarters at Savannah, Ga. The exposition will be held in one of the States where slavery existed. In all probability this city. The committee of the Senate, through Senator Bradley, has approved of the plans. Mrs. Hattie Johnson of 1916 Thirteenth, N. W., who has been confined to her home is improving. Buffalo; N. Y. (By Mrs. Chanitz A. W. Parker.) The Men's club of St. Phillip P. E. church gave a banquet for the benefit of the church on Wednesday evening, January 31. Program for the Christian Culture congress last Sunday, February 4, was in charge of Miss Lucille Smallwood. Fred Lee, correspondent and agent for the Amsterdam news of New York city, fell on the ice and struck his head, cutting it seriously. These are on the sick list: Mrs. J. A. White, E. Eagles street; Mrs. Minnie Dawson of Sycamore street. Mrs. T. J. Townsend of East Eagle street, who underwent a serious operation sometime ago, is slowly recovering. Mrs. A. L. Wilson, the slowy of Rev. A. L. Wilson, who has been sick for some time, is slowly recovering. Give agent your candidate for President. See printed slip on Page One and DO IT NOW. BEAVER FALLS (By Eva Holmes.) A very important meeting of the Rebecca Aidridge club was held at the residence of Mrs. Clara Mood; or Mardo Beaver Falls. Quite a number of members being present, after the business hour the hostess, assisted, by her niece, Mrs. Ida Washington, served an appetizing lunch, such as Mrs. Moody knows how to prepare. The club will celebrate anniversary day in March, the date will be announced later. The next meeting will be held at the home of Mrs. James Butler on the last Friday evening in February. Mesdames Mary Howell, Margaret Farmer and W. J. Toone and Rev. Carter Wright of West Bridgewater, attended the recital given at Wylie Avenue church on last Tuesday evening. Mrs. Elizabeth Redmond of Bridgewater is quite ill at her home with throat trouble. All are cordially invited to attend grand rally services at St. John S. A. M. E. church, West Bridgewater, on Sunday, February 11. Special music will be rendered by the choir. Miss E. C. Howard of Salem, O., will assist the choir on that day. The drill given by the ladies of Second Baptist church, Beaver Falls, on last Thursday, was led by Mrs. Nancy Keys. Dan Miller deserves much credit for the manner in which he drilled the ladies. Mrs. Lydia Jordan of New Brighton, has been on the sick list. Rev. H. E. Newman, pastor of Wayman Chapel A. M. E. church, New Brighton, was called to Pittsburgh one day last: week on account of the illness of his mother. Quite a number of the young people of the valley spent quite a pleasant time skating on Irvin's pond in Rochester. Maylow Griffin of Beaver, attended the show in Pittsburg on last Saturday. Mrs. Green of New Brighton, who has been at the hospital for treatment, has returned to her home much improved in health. Miss Mabel Craighead of Crows Run, is suffering at her home with a dislocated shoulder. Arthur Washington of Beaver Falls, was a Freedom visitor on Sunday. Mrs. Mitchell of New Brighton, is able to be out after being confined to her home with sickness. The members of the Church of God extend a hearty welcome to all to attend their services on Main avenue, Rochester. The ladies of the Rebecca Aldridge club of Beaver Valley had a mule given to them for the Eastbook home at New Castle. The ladies wish to thank James Cross ag, he was the one that interceded in their behalf. The mule arrived at the home on last Saturday safe and sound. The Stewartdeserts of New Brighton A.M. E. church will hold an entertainment at the church on the 14th. All well wishers are asked to be present. Mrs. Annie Miller of Beaver Palls has accepted the position as organist for the Second Baptist church, Rochester. Mr. and Mrs. Paul Gibson of Bridgewater are guests of Beaver Falls friends on Sunday. Rev. J. H. Trimple, pastor of A. M. E. Zion church, delivered a finz seron on last Sunday evening. W. G. Robinson of Beaver Falls, spent a few days last week in the city. Please settle up for papers. -Agent BELLEFONTE (By Leahie V. Backburn.) will be the occasion of the second quarterly meeting. Rev. T. J. Askew, presiding elder, will be with us at the evening service. Rev. P. J. Blackburn was in Altoo four days last week the guest of Rev. C. W. Burnett. The Stewardess of the church were installed at the evening hour of service last Sunday evening. The Women's Federation club gave an oyster supper at the home of Mrs. Pendleton on last Thursday. --- Bell Phone, Court 4602. Union Printing Company J. T. CORT, PROPRIETOR, 428 FOURTH AVENUE, PITTSBURGH, PA. COLES CO-OPERATIVE CO. 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Charles Samuel of Tittaville, is in the city; for a short while. SCOTTDALE PA SCOTTDALE PA (By Blanche Moore.) Prof. Z. Coleman was calling on friends in Connellville, Pa. last week. We are glad to know that Rev. Robert Brown and Rev. H. H. Overton are able to be out again. Harbert Jackson and Lawrence Anderson were calling on friends in Scottsdale, Pa. on Sunday, Thomas Brown is confined to his bed again. The P. H. club No. 20 met at the home of William Warmack on Saturday evening. After the meeting a dainty luncheon was served by the houston. Prof. Z. Coleman has organized a large singing class which we hope the young people will take an interest in Morning Star Baptist Church. Sunday was a day long to be remembered at the Morning Star Baptist church. As the pastor, Rev. H. H. Overton, was sick Rev. J. T. Moore preached in the afternoon and evening to a very appreciative congregation. There were a large number of communicants. --- INTERNATIONAL SUNDAY SCHOOL LESSON By Rev. William Brams, D. D., Director Bible Course Moody Bible Institute, Chicago LESSON FOR FEBRUARY 11. THE BOY JESUS IN THE TEMPLE. LESSON TEXT—Luke 2:40-52. GOLDEN TEXT—How is it that ye scout me that the I must be about my Father's business"—Luke 2:49. MEMORY VERSEB. 46, 47. This lesson is the one solitary instance recorded in the strangely sealed thirty years of the Master's life. Here is an illustration of what is meant by the inspiration of election—only those things that were of vital and redemptive importance in the life of Jesus are recorded: John says, "Many other signs truly did Jesus which are, not written in this book: But these are written, that ye might believe that Jesus is the Christ, the son of God; and that believing ye might have life through his name." For this reason, we should value every word that is written. The lesson furnishes a model in character building for the youth. Jesus is the example, and the model boy. Jesus was a real boy. He ate, drank, played, grew, asked questions, just as other boys do. He was not a toy, or a doll-baby; he was a popular boy (vs. 52): He had surplus energy the same as other boys, only it was directed in the right way. His character, like all other character building, was a growth: "He increased in wisdom and stature." No character is instantaneous; it is the work of growth and of years, indeed, of a lifetime. An anicle is formed drop by drop. Character is formed by single words and acts. A mushroom may grow in a night, but surely not the character of a man. Just as words and sentences are formed by means of the single letters of the alphabet, so words, thoughts, deeds, actions, looks, motives—these are the alphabet from which we spell character. Sow a thought, and reap a word; sow a word, and reap an act; sow an act, and reap a habit; sow a habit, and reap a character; sow a character, and reap a destiny. Character may be developed in obscurity. The question was asked, "Can any good thing come out of Nazareth?" The greatest life that ever lived came from this obscure village. Lincoln came from the log cabin. No environment is too narrow for character. Fill the little place to the full, and the large will be provided. Christ's character was developed in the home. He had a Christian home—the greatest gift of God this side of heaven. What chance has many a child today to build character in a home where the parents know not God, never read the Bible, never pray, never go to church? If for no other reason, parents should become Christians for their children's sake. If our children are lost, we parents are to blame, unless we have set before them the example of a Christian life. As a boy, Christ was obedient to his parents. This was a manly thing. Parents are in the place of God to the child: God cannot be everywhere, so he made parents. The first commandment on the second table is obedience to parents, and it is the first commandment with a promise. The apron strings of the mother may become the reins of government of the nation. We must obey before we can command. The character of Jesus was developed in the church also. His parents were churchgoers, and they had cultivated that habit in the child. In speaking of Jesus as a churchgoer, Luke says that "as his custom was, he went into the synagogue." What great thoughts must have come to the mind of Christ as he visited the temple! What dominant potentialities were accused to be sat and listened to the exposition of God's word: Humanly speaking, Christ owed a great deal in the development of his character to his attendance at the temple. Can a symmetrical character be produced outside of the church and religion? We think not; certainly the best character cannot be produced in one who ignores these. In spite of all her failures, the church is the best institution in the world today for the building of character. We do our children a great wrong when we deprive them of the privileges of the church. But Jesus was also a member of the Bible school—the teaching part of the church. This is evident from the fact that the instruction received was in the form of catechization—he was answering and asking questions. No doubt many of the scripture passages so often quoted by him in after years were learned in the Jewish Bible school. The boy Jesus was an interested as well as an interesting scholar in the school. He was no more visitor. He came with a well prepared lesson, and that indicated that he had studied the lesson at home under the instruction of his parents. What a lesson for parents today! Have you ever considered how many great and noble men the Sunday school of our land have been instrumental in producing? Did you ever think how many of the most influential men of the world today give their time to Sunday school work, thereby recognizing the power that their own early training in the Sunday school had been in their lives? Consider the great characters that have played upon the stage of American history—or the history of the world over for that matter—and you will find that a great part, if not the greatest part of the credit for the splendid characters possessed by these noble men and women is to be given to religion and the church. There can be no true complete manhood or womanhood without a participation in religion. "For what are men better than sheep or theatres? The nourish a blind life within the brain. If kills our God, they lift not hands of prayer. Both for themselves and those who call them friend." $ CHAPTER XIX. The Jeffries case suddenly entered into an entirely new phase, and once more was deemed of sufficient public interest to warrant column after column of spicy comment in the news papers. The town awoke one morning to learn that the long-sought-for witness, the mysterious woman on whose testimony everything hinged, had not only been found, but proved to be the prisoner's own wife, who had been so active in his defense. This announcement was stupefying enough to overshadow all other news of the day, and satisfied the most jaded palate for sensationalism. The first question asked on all sides was: Why had not the wife come forward before? The reason, as gibly explained by an evening journal of somewhat yellow proclivities, was logical enough. The telling of her midnight visit to a single man's rooms involved a shameful admission which any woman might well hesitate to make unless forced to it as a last extremity. Confronted, however, with the alternative of either seeing her husband suffer for a crime of which he was innocent or making public acknowledgment of her own frailty, she had chosen the latter course. Naturally, it meant divorce from the banker's son, and doubtedly this was the solution most wished for by the family. The whole unavoyable affair conveyed a good lesson to reckless young men of wealth to avoid entangling themselves it. undesirable matrimonial adventures. But it was no less certain, went on the journalistic mentor, that this wife, unfaithful as she had proved herself to be, had really rendered her husband a signal service in her present scrape. The letter she had produced, written to her by Underwood the day before his death, in which he stated his determination to kill himself, was, of course, a complete vindication for the man awaunting trial. His liberation now depended only on how quickly the ponderous machinery of the law could take cognizance of this new and most important evidence. The new turn of affairs was naturally most distasteful to the police. If there was one thing more than another which angered Capt. Clinton it was to take the trouble to build up a case only to have it suddenly demolished. He scoffed at the "suicide letter," safely committed to Judge Brewster's custody, and openly branded it as a forgery concocted by an immoral woman for the purpose of defeating the ends of justice. He kept Annie a prisoner and defied the counsel for the defense to do their worst. Judge Brewster, who loved the fray, accepted the challenge. He acted promptly. He secured Annie's release on habeas corpus proceedings and, his civil suit against the city having already begun in the courts, he suddenly called Capt. Clinton to the stand and gave him a grilling which more than stoned for any which the police tyrant had previously made his victims suffer. In the limelight of a sensational trial, in which public servants were charged with abusing positions of trust, he showed Capt. Clinton up as a bully and a grafter, a bribe-taker, working hand and glove with dishonest politicians, not hesitating even to divide loot with thieves and dive-keepers in his greed for wealth. He proved him to be a consumate liar, a man who would stop at nothing to gain his own ends. What jury would take the word of such a man as this? Yet this was the man who still insisted that Howard Jeffries was guilty of the shooting of Robert Underwood! But public opinion was too intelligent to be hoodwinked for any length of time by a brutal and ignorant personage. There was a clamor for the The THIRD DEGREE BY CHARLES KLEIN AND ARTHUR HORNBLOW ILLUSTRATIONS BY RAY WALTER$ COPYRIGHT, 1909, BY G.W. DILLINGHAM COMPANY Placed the Rolls and Butter on the Table. prisoner's release. The evidence was such that further delay was inexcusable. The district attorney, thus urged, took an active interest in the case, and after going over the new evidence with Judge Brewster, went before the court and made formal application for the dismissal of the complaint. A few days later Howard Jeffries left the Tombs amid the cheers of a crowd assembled outside. At his side walked his wife, now smiling through tears of joy. "And what?" she ding herself up. She was coming, and her meet it. "Now, don't regard me said the doctor in tone. "Mr. Jeffries in tone. "Mr. Jeffries in tone. Belleve me, he! He knows he did the justice, and he wants for it." "Oh, he does?" she casually. It was a glad home-coming to the little flat in Harlem. To Howard after spending so long a time in the narrow prison quarters, it seemed like paradise, and Annie walked on air, so delighted was she to have him with her again. Yet there were still anxieties to cloud their happiness. The close confinement, with its attendant worry, had seriously undermined Howard's health. He was pale and attenuated, and so weak that he had several fainting spells. Much alarmed, Annie summoned Dr. Bernstein, who administered a tonic. There was nothing to cause anxiety, he said, reassuringly. It was a natural reaction after what her husband had undergone. But it was worry as much as anything else. Howard worried about his father, with whom he was only partially reconciled; he worried about his future, which was as precarious as ever, and most of all he worried about his wife. He was not ignorant of the circumstances which had brought about his release, and while liberty was sweet to him, it had been a terrible shock when he first heard that she was the woman who had visited Underwood's rooms. He refused to believe her sworn evidence. How was it possible? Why should she go to Underwood's rooms knowing he was there? It was preposterous. Still the small voice rang in his ears—perhaps she's untrue! It haunted him till one day he asked point-blank for an explanation. Then she told that she had perjured herself. She was not the woman. Who she really was she could not say. He must be satisfied for the present with the assurance that it was not his wife. With that he was content. What did he care for the opinion of others? He knew—that was enough! In their conversation on the subject Annie did not even mention Alicia's name. Why should she?" Weeks passed, and Howard's health did not improve. He had tried to find a position, but without success, yet every day brought its obligations which had to be met. One morning Annie was bustling about their tiny dining room preparing the table for their frugal luncheon. She had just placed the rolls and butter on the table, and arranged the chairs, when there came a ring at the front doorbell. Early visitors were not so infrequent as to cause surprise, so, without waiting to remove her apron, she went to the door and opened it. Dr. Bernstein entered. "Good morning. Mrs. Jeffries," he said, cheerly. Putting down his medical bag, he asked: "How is our patient this morning?" "All right, doctor. He had a splendid night's rest. I'll call him." "Never mind, I want to talk to you." Seriously, he went on: "Mrs. Jeffries, your husband needs a change of scene. He's worrying. That fainting spell the other day was only a symptom. I'm afraid he'll break down unless—" "Unless what?" she demanded, anxiously. He hesitated for a moment, as if unwilling to give utterance to words he knew must inflict pain. Then he quickly continued: "Your husband is under a great mental strain. His inability to support you, his banishment from his proper sphere in the social world is mental torture to him. He feels his position keenly. There is nothing else to occupy his mind but thoughts of his utter and complete failure in life. I was talking to his father last night, and—" A NARRATIVE OF METROPOLITAN LIFE DEGREE CLIN RNBLOW RAY WALTER$ "And what?" she demanded, drawing herself up. She suspected what was coming, and nerved herself to meet it. "Now, don't regard me as an enemy," said the doctor in a conciliatory tone. "Mr. Jeffries inquired after his son. Believe me, he's very anxious. He knows he did the boy a great injustice, and he wants to make up for it." "Oh, we does?" she exclaimed, sarcastically. Dr. Bernstein hesitated for a moment before replying. Then he said, lightly: "Suppose Howard goes abroad for a few months with his father and mother." "Is that the proposition?" she demanded. The doctor nodded. "I believe Mr. Jeffries has already spoken about it to his son," he said. spoken about it to his son, "he said, Annie chucked back a sob and, crossing the room to conceal her emotion, stood with her back turned, looking out of the window. Her voice was trembling as she said: "He wants to separate us I know. He'd give half his fortune to do it. Perhaps he's not altogether wrong. Things do look pretty black for me, don't they? Everybody believes that my going to see Underwood that night had something to do with his suicide and led to my husband being falsely accused. The police built up a fine romance about Mr. Underwood and me—and the newspapers! Every other day a reporter comes and asks us when the divorce is going to take place—and who is going to institute the proceedings, Howard or me. If everybody would only mind their own business and let us alone he might forget. Oh, I don't mean you, doctor. You're my friend. You made short work of Cap Clinton and his confession.' I mean people—outsiders—strangers—who don't know us, and don't care whether we're alive or dead those are the people I mean. They buy a one-cent paper and they think it gives them the right to pry into every detail of our lives." She paused for a moment, and then went on: "So you think Howard is worrying? I think, so, too. At first I thought it was because of the letter Mr. Underwood wrote me, but I guess it's what you say. His old friends won't have anything to do with him and—he's lonely. Well, I'll talk it over with him—" "Yee—talk it over with him." "Did you promise his father you'd ask me?" she demanded. "No—not exactly," he replied, hesitatingly. Annie looked at him frankly. Mine looked at him frankly. "Howard's a pretty good fellow to stand by me in the face of all that's ```markdown ``` A Polytheist. "When the late Bishop Foss was president of Amenia seminary," said an aged Methodist of Philadelphia, "I once heard him deliver an interesting Easter address on heathenism and idolatry. "Bishop Foss showed us, with a little story, the bad effect that the many gods of polytheism has upon the mind. "He said a little English boy living in India was rebuked by his mother for telling a falsehood. "God, if you tell falsehoods, will be very angry with you," said the mother. "Very well," the youngstar answered. Then I will change my god." THE COURIER. being said about my character, don't he, doctor? And I'm not going to stand in his Right, even if it doesn't exactly make me the happiest woman in the world, but don't let it trickle into your mind that I'm doing it for his father's sake. At that moment Howard entered from the inner room. He was surprised to see Dr. Bernstein. "How do you feel to-day?" asked the doctor. "First rate! Oh, I'm all right. You see, I'm just going to eat a bite. Won't you join us? He sat down at the table and picked up the newspaper, while Annie busied herself with carrying in the dishes. "No, thank you," laughed the doctor. "It's too early for me. I've only just had breakfast. I dropped in to see how you were." Taking up his bag, he said: "Good-by! Don't get up. I can let myself out." But Annie had already opened the door for him, and smiled a farewell. When she returned to her seat at the head of the table, and began to pour out the coffee, Howard said: "He's a pretty decent fellow, isn't he?" "Yes," she repked, absent-mindedly, as she passed a cup of coffee. "He made a monkey of Capt. Clinton all right," went on Howard. "What did he come for?" "To see you—of course," she replied. "Oh. I'm all right now," he replied. Looking anxiously at his wife across the table, he said: "You're the one that needs tuning up. I heard you crying last night. You thought I was asleep, but I wasn't. I didn't say anything because—well—I felt kind of blue myself." Annie sighed and leaned her head on her hand. Wearily she said: "I was thinking over all that we've been through together, and what they're saying about us—" Howard threw down his newspaper impatiently. "Let them say what they like. Why should we care as long as we're happy?" His wife smiled sadly. "Are we happy?" she asked, gently. "Of course we are," replied Howard. She looked up and smiled. It was good to hear him say so, but did he mean it? Was she doing right to stand in the way of his career? Would he not be happier if she left him? He was too loyal to suggest it, but perhaps in his heart he desired it. Looking at him tenderly, she went on: "I don't question your affection for me, Howard. I believe you love me, but I am afraid that, sooner or later, you'll ask yourself the question all your friends are asking now, the question everybody seems to be asking." "What question?" demanded Howard. "Yesterday the bell rang and a gentleman said he wanted to see you. I told him you were out, and he said I'd do just as well. He handed me a card. On it was the name of the newspaper he represented." "He asked me if it were true that proceedings for a divorce were about to be instituted. If so, when? And could I give him any information on the subject? I asked him who wanted the information and he said the readers of his paper—the people—I believe he said over a million of them. Just think, Howard! Over a million people, not counting your father, your friends and relations, all waiting to know why you don't get rid of me, why you don't bellow me to be as bad as they think I am—" Howard raised his hand for her to desist. "Annie—please!" he pleaded. "That's the fact, isn't it?" she laughed. "No." His wife's head dropped on the table. She was crying now. "I've made a hard fight, Howard," she sobbed, "but I'm going to give up. I'm through—I'm through!" Howard took hold of her hand and carried it to his lips. "Annie, old girl," he sald, with some feeling, "I may be weak. I may be blind, but nobody on top of God's green earth can tell me that you're not the squareset, straightest little woman that ever lived! I don't care a damn what one million or eight million think. Supposing you had received letters from Underwood, supposing you had gone to his rooms to beg him not to kill himself—what of it? It would be for a good motive, wouldn't it? Let them talk all the bad of you they want. I don't believe a word of it—you know I don't." She looked up and smiled through her tears. "You're so good, dear," she exclaimed. "Yes, I know you believe in me." She stopped and continued, sadly: "But you're only a boy, you know. What of the future, the years to come?" Howard's face became serious, and she went on: "You see you've thought about it, too, and you're trying to hide it from me. But you can't. 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Even the roast beef and plum pudding were not lacking, for these delicacies were as popular in Thebes as was the broiled and salted goose, with the good brown stout, and strong barley wine to cheer the spirits and assist the digestion. Architecturally Speaking "I am the architect of my own fortune," said Mr. Dustin Stax. "Well, replied Mr. Holden Howes, "by being your own architect you're liable to get some curious effects, but you do save a lot of money on plans and specifications." Fight like a good soldier, and if they sometimes fall through fright, take again greater strength than before, trusting in My more abundant grace. —Thomas A.Kentle.