Pittsburgh Courier

THE PITTSBURGH COURIER. SPLIT VOTES DEEMED SOURCE OF STRENGTH VOL. III. NO. 14. SPLIT VOTES SOURCE OF Review Is Made of Political Life Among Afro-Americans in 1911 ALL SIDES ARE CONSIDERED The review of the political activities among the colored citizens of the country during the past year as prepared by Mr. Monroe N. Work of the department of records and research at the Tuskegee (Ala.) institute is a timely document. It is especially interesting in view of the present national political situation. The matter is now in press and will be issued in book form. The situation is pretty well covered by the following facts: May 17 the national Negro Democratic convention was held at Indianapolis, Ind. The following appeal was sent out: We, the Negroes in the national Democratic convention assembled this 17th day of May, 1911, desire to appeal to the colored voters of the United States to open their eyes to the condition surrounding us as a race and suggest that it is wisdom to allow blindly, one party to its own harm and detriment, as he has heretofore followed the Republican party. We believe that the American Negro should divide his vote the same as the white man and be found in all political parties for precisely the same reason that the white man is the only one who can be involved. Therefore, as we Negro Democrats rearform our allegiance to the Democratic party, believing that its principles for reciprocity and for tariff for revenue only are the most conducive for an economical administration of the affairs of the American government and all parties to meeting the a demand for the masses of the common people, we earnestly appeal to the diligent honest, law abiding colored citizens of the United States of America to organize and bind themselves together in Democratic clubs preparatory for the war of the ballad "The wise man foreseth the evil and hidth himself, but the fool goes out and is overtaken in the error of his ways." The National Independent Political Rights league met in Boston in September. In its address to the country it demanded (1) the enforcement of the constitution to stop disfranchisement and pageage; (2) the passage of an antifimow law for interstate passengers; (3) federal aid to education with the same schooling for all; (4) restoration of the discharged Brownstville soldiers; (5) legislation making lynching a capital offense under federal jurisdiction. President Taft, on the matter of officeholding by Negroes, said in an interview published in the Outlook: "What I have done in this line (of recognition of the Democracy of the south) has been without sacrifice of any interest of my own party. I have appointed many Negroes to office and have given some of them, like Lewis, Johnson and McKinley, offices of essential dignity at Washington. What I have not done is to force them upon swilling communities in the south itself. I have appointed none where I knew that the race feeling was strong and have preferred giving large offices to well equipped Negroes of the higher class to scattering a lot of petty ones among the mass of their race. This is not because I lack sympathy with the Negroes, but because I want to see them advance." In California the woman, suffrage advocates appointed special workers among the colored people, and it is reported that the Negroes generally supported the suffrage movement. In Illinois 150 delegates of the Coalition league met in Springfield and adopted resolutions in which they declared themselves opposed to all present political parties. The Negro voters of the state were urged to vote independently. In Louisiana there has been a bitter fight against the black and tan factions and the illly white factions of the Republican party for supremacy. The fight was carried before the recent meeting of the national Republican committee in Washington, and the old line Republicans charged the illly whites with not denying fairly with them. In Maryland the colored voters played a part in the recent state election which was out of the ordinary. They did not ask the white political leaders for money, but organized and contributed funds to carry on the campaign. They placed 8000 in the hands of the leaders of the campaign, with the request that the money be used for the election of the Republican governor and to defeat the Diggs' distranchisement bill. Early in December the Taft Colored Republican Association of New Jersey met in Trenton and adopted resolutions indorsing the administration of President Taft and pledging allegiance to the Republican party, both national and state. In North Carolina the lily white faction of the Republican party is said to have made a miserable and disappointing show in the state election. In South Carolina it is said that for the first time in thirty years all the colored Republicans are working together and are being supported by the old lily white Republicans. The Rev. Richard Carroll, Professor M. T. Fredrick, Thomas E. Miller, Henry Toole and several other colored men voted in the South Carolina Democratic primary. Independence in voting seems to be getting more popular. SUBSCRIBE FOR THE COURIER YOUNG PEOPLE HOLD MEMORABLE CHURCH SERVICE Unlentsown Daily Comments On the Great Meetings at St. Paul's A. M. E. Church. Uniontown, Pa.—The young people's day, with a mother's hour, at St. Paul's A. M. E. church Sunday will ever be memorable with the church and the congregation. The morning service consisted of an especially interesting program, rendered by young people, John Trent read a splendid paper on "Our Destiny," The pastor, Rev. W. B. Anderson, D. D., followed with a timely talk on "Self Pride, and Self Respect." The great meeting came at 3 p.m. when the mothers, regardless of denominational relations, held the fort. A large audience, mostly women was present, Mrs. W. B. Anderson presided. Mrs. M. K. Gut. in and Mrs. Alice Jones conducted the devotional. Mrs. N. M. Griffith, of Leith, was the first speaker. She delivered a good 10 minutes' talk taking the position that a mother should be a Christian in order to be able to train her children right, that children would either be a witness for or against their parents. Mrs. Jordan Hosely followed in an edifying talk on teaching children to be truthful, honest and sober. She declared that every child should be given an education, she advised parents to visit the public schools and acquaint themselves with the child's teacher so that, there would be an understanding between parent, child and teacher. Mrs. Mary J. Allen rendered a most beautiful and touching solo. My Mother's Prayer." Mrs. Charley Crabie read a good paper on "Kindergarten Work and Its Importance." Mrs. L. E. Trent delivered a most helpful talk; she said a bad mother would ruin a good child, or a good mother would save a bad child. Mrs. DeWitt Rose read an instructive paper on "The Hand That Rocks the Crab: Rules the World." Mrs. Mary J. Chapman sang a very impressive solo "Face to Face." Mrs. M. Webster read a poem on "Old Age. Mother McClure recited the twenty-third Psalm; Mrs. Anna Pendleton and Mrs. Georgiana Wecher sang a beautiful duet, Mrs. Mary J. Allen recited "The Dying Drunkard at Only 16" most pathetically; many sleeved ears during its rendition. Mrs. Lizzie Saulsbury read a good paper on "Wasted Hours." Mrs. Lizzie Wares sang "Dreams of Paradise," most beautifully. Mrs. Lizzie Truly read a very spirited paper on "The Danger of Bad Books in the Hands of Young People;" Mrs. C. H. Plummer read a most instructive paper on "Moral Training of Children." Mrs. W. P. Henderson and Mrs. Anna Pendleton sung a duet with Henderson Brothers as accompaniists. Mrs. Estella Davis read a fine paper on "Solomon the Wise Man." Mrs. W. B. Anderson closed the meeting with these words: "We have listened to a very interesting program, one which reflects much credit upon all who took part here this afternoon. I hope and trust this is the beginning of a great coming together of the mothers of our race in this city. The keynote seems to be more sympathetic understanding and co-operation between parents and children. If we fail to hold the confidence of our boys and girls, with sympathetic understanding and co-operation we will be the blame for their failure. Thus ended one of the greatest meetings of its kind ever held in St. Paul church. At S p. m. the church was crowded by a throng of people who were there to witness the rendering of the last program for the day. The young people had charge under the leadership of the pastor's wife and a splendid program was rendered. Rev. W. B. Anderson took occasion at this service to warn parents against allowing little girls to go to balls and dancing with grown men. He said children should spend social hours with children as this mixing of old people with children at balls and the like was one of the curses of the race. -- Courtesy Uniontown Herald. George, M. Burnet ..... Pittsburgh Anneula Vaughn ..... Pittsburgh Bodie e Williams ..... Carnegie, Pa. Idine M. Brooks ..... Carnegie, Pa. Dress for an Earthquake An old lady was staying at a hotel at Nice at the time of the earthquake. "My dear," she was wont to say, "I was simply tumbled out of bed and the ceiling cracked. I threw on a fur cloak and unconsciously pulled on one long black suede glove, and when I got down to the hall and found all the other guests—my dear, I was the best kissed woman there!" Work, Integrity, Tact, Temperance, Prudence, Courage, Faith. SOCIAL SEASON IN WASHINGTON SOON TO OPEN Many Timely Topics Are Discussed. The Race Stands By W. H. Lewis POLITICAL SITUATION GIVEN Washington.—No city in the world has such a cultured and intelligent population as this city, and in no city has colored society attained a point so nearly approaching the best society of other races as is true of this city. Washington abounds in beautiful maidens and bandsome matrons, and their social entertainments approximate those given by the society devotees in the exclusive aristocratic white-circles. The homes of the colored people in Washington—that is, many of them—are large, commodious and elegantly furnished, and with the large number of high colored federal officials now in Washington an impetus is given to the social side of life. Just now the ladies are on the tiptoe of feminine expectation and anticipation in view of the approaching Monican club assembly, which is by far the most elaborate affair in Washington society. The after Lenten assembly of the Monican club is always a perfect riot of beautiful women, elegant gowns and fine looking gentlemen, the very cream of Washington's society always being present. There are few of Washington's colored Four Hundred—that is, the women—who are not now discussing and arranging for the gowns they will wear on this particular occasion. And these assemblies are usually attended by a large number of strangers, ladies and gentlemen coming from a distance to be present at the after Lenten assembly of the Monican club. The invitation list to a Monican club affair is usually limited to 350, and the result is there is always a veritable scramble to secure one of the much coveted invitations. The new president of the Monican club is Mr. Walter Pinchback, a son of ex-Governor Pinchback. The membership of the club itself is limited to twenty-five gentlemen. The regular monthly meeting is always followed by the serving of a collation almost equal to an ordinary Washington banquet. The stand, that Attorney General Wickersham took in defense of Mr. William H. Lewis, the colored assistant attorney general, has caused him to be fairly flooded with letters of approval and commendation from colored men in every section and state of the country, and hundreds of white men are also writing the attorney general indorsing his courageous stand for a colored man. President Taft is also being praised in the most earnest manner by colored men, for it is well known here in Washington that President Taft was not only consulted by Attorney General Wickersham in the matter, but he gave unqualified approval of Mr. Wickersham's course. The 10,000 colored population in Washington, men and women in every walk of life, have done nothing for the past few weeks but discuss the defense of Mr. Lewis made by the attorney general. Through it all Mr. Lewis has borne himself with becoming modesty and dignity. Many a man, it is said, might have been swept off his feet by the favorable and commendable press reports received by Mr. Lewis, but not so with the brainy Boston man, who so acceptably fills the highest position ever given a Negro by any Republican administration. (Continued on Page Five.) LEGISLATIVE ASPIRANT SPEAKS AT CONCERT A well-attended sacred concert was given at Grace Memorial Presbyterian church last Sunday evening, with Attorney Frank R. Stewart, our people's choice for member of the Legislature, as central figure. In an addressurging an awakening to a proper sense of our civic duties, he told of the "wealth of tragic history" behind even our present limited privileges. He pointed out the lack of "group consciousness" among our people, explaining that we must come to realize that all are needed by each and each is necessary to all. And he warned us of the danger of isolating ourselves from the large public question of the hour. "We must," he said, "take an active interest in the affairs of the State and Nation if we expect the leaders in them to take an interest in our affairs." These short addresses by prominent citizens will be a feature of the sacred concert program at Grace church in future. FRIENDS HONOR REV. VIRGIL AND IHS FAMILY Mrs. McClanahan entertained on Friday evening last, in honor of Rev. S. A. Virrell and family and the officers and teachers of the Warren M. E. church. After the business session, the evening was spent in music and music played instrumental selections and solos were sung by Jas. Boone and Miss Johnson. McCain and McCard. The co'or scheme was pink and green. Covers were laid for fourteen and after a delicious luncheon was served Mrs. McClanahan in behalf of the Sunday school presented Rev. Virrell with a beautiful gold watch fob. PITTSBURG. PA. MARCH 23 1912. Two of the Most Militant Of British Suffragettes CHRISTABEL PANKHURST NOTWITHSTANDING her youth and rather diminutive figure. Miss Christabel Pankhurst is perhaps the most "militant" of all the British suffragettes who have been breaking windows in the hope of persuading parliament to give them the ballot. When forty or more of the women who were arrested in the recent London riots were sentenced to hard labor in jail the police searched for her as one of the prime instigators of the demonstration, but she eluded arrest. Her mother, however, was captured and sent to prison, where she is said to have refused food, following the precedent set on a former occasion, when the imprisoned suffragette declared a "hunger strike" and had to be fed by force. Another of the militant leaders, Mrs. Pethick Lawrence, editor of Votes For Women, was held without bail on the charge of conspiracy in the organization of the disturbance which resulted in the destruction of property valued at $90,000. PRESBYTERIANS ADMIT NEGRO REPRESENTATION By unanimous vote representatives of the six churches comprising the council of the Reformed Churches of American upheld the Presbyterian system in session at the Grace Reformed churches yesterday, adopted a report urging the admission of the Colored Cumberland Presbyterian Church to membership and its representatives were seated. The churches represented at the council are the Presbyterian church (North), the Presbyterian church (South), the United Presbyterian church, the Associate Reformed Presbyterian Synod of the South, the (Dutch) Reformed in America and the Reformed Church in the United States. The newly elected member has churches in Tennessee, Kentucky, Alabama, Texas and Southwestern Missouri, with a membership of 20,000. The delegates from the Colored Cumberland Presbyterian Church admitted to the council are Rev. J. M. W. DeShong of Fayette, Tenn.; Rev. R. H. Goodloe of Pratt City, Ala.; Elder W. M. Wolfe of Bowling Ky. Rev. Dr. John H. Prueh of this city was elected president of the council, and these other officers were chosen: Vice president, Honorable Elisha S. Fraser of Detroit; stated clerk, Rev. Dr. W. H. Roberts of Philadelphia; permanent clerk, Rev. Dr. Walter A. Brooks of Trenton, N. J., and treasurer, Rev. Dr. D. F. McGill of the United Presbyterian Church of this city. A supper was tendered the delegates by the Presbyterian Social Union in the parliors of the Second Presbyterian Church, Eighth street, last evening. NEGRO GETS-$160,000 FOR PATENT CAR HEATER Aitchison,—C. S. A. Baker, a colored man formerly of this city and now living at Detroit, Mich., has sold his patent of a friction heater for street cars to a Canadian company for $160. (00). Baker conducted his experiments on a street car in this city. ONE OF MONTICELLO GIRLS HAS ELOPED Miss Helen Garner of 2535 Liberty avenue and Frederick Hawkins, formerly of Baltimore, eloped to Beaver, Monday, and were married. They returned to this city and are stopping at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Norris of Elm street. The edopment caused quite a sensation among the younger-set as Mr. and Mrs. Hawkins are quite popular in the social life of the city. Their marriage came as a complete surprise. Mrs. Hawkins was in the graduating class of the commercial department of the Pittsburgh High School. She is also a prominent member of the Monticello club, being an ex-perisednt. Mr. Hawkins is a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh. He is also well known as a popular musician. YOUNG PEOPLE LEARN THE NEW DANCES AT PARK "Virginia Reel," and "Skibe" Enjoyed Last Saturday At Washington Playground THE CROWD IS APPRECIATIVE A merry crowd of about sixty-five young folks gathered at Washington park last Saturday evening to attend the first of the series of Saturday Evening Dances given by the Pitts- burgh Playground Association. The dance lasted from 8 until 11 o'clock, and the three hours were filled with pleasure for every one. The instructors who were present to teach the square dances were del- lighted with the aptness of the class, and the inherent grace and rhythm which the students, without exception, seemed to possess. This experiment with the Municipal Dance is the first made anywhere in Pittsburgh. The results will be watched carefully, and if they are successful the work will be introduced into other playground centers of the two cities. Gratifying then, to the Playground authorities, the very successful opening Dance of last Saturday evening must have been. The next of the series will take place on Saturday evening, March 30, and they will continue throughout the spring. The dances will possibly conclude with an elaborate reception in May. Persons holding introduction or admission cards are requested to attend promptly at 8 p. m., so as to avail themselves of the entire evening's instruction. It is expected that the various social clubs will add many of these new dances to their programs from time to time. The class will be extended only through members inviting their friends, invitations subject to the approval of the committee in charge. On Tuesday evening the members of the committee. Miss Lois Hall, Miss Emma G. Topson, Herman P. Socks, Caesar D. Lowndes and Walter W. Scott met with superintendent La Favor at the Field house and formally organized with Mr. Lowndes as chairman. An instructive talk on the real mission of the esthetic dance in general, and of a great preventative work the clean, democratic Municipal Dance can and has accomplished, was given by the superintendent. In their spirited appreciation of the Saturday evening dance, the members of the younger set showed in no uncertain manner their appreciation of progressive social ideas and their preference for, wholesome, uncompromising amusement. NOTICE. ALL OUT-OF-TOWN NOTES MUST BE IN THIS OFFICE, BY WEDNESDAY NOON. TO ALL AGENTS—WE FIND IT NECESSARY TO MAKE OSLIGATORY UPON ALL AGENTS TO SEND REMITTANCE WITH NOTES TO INSURE PUBLICATION. MUST HAVE CHURCH NEWS TUESDAY. MAT. HENSON WRITES OF DASH TO THE POLE DR. HANSON WAS THE FIRST NEGRO CONSUL APPOINTED "Polished Gentleman of Color" Represented Great Britain At Liberia in 1850. Under the caption "A Polished Gentleman of Color" a London paper as far back as 1850 had the following interesting item: "We understand that the government has appointed a gentleman of color to the office of British consul at Liberia. This is, we believe, the first instance on record in which a gentleman of color has received a similar appointment from our government. "On the introduction of the new British consul at the foreign office his personal appearance excited no inconsiderable interest. He is a man of superior intelligence and of highly polished exterior." The name of this early Negro diplomat was Hanson. He was a doctor of divinity and a native of Cape Coast Castle. He held the record of being the first Negro appointed a consul to represent a white government abroad. America followed England's example eighteen or twenty years after by sending J. Milton Turner, a simon pure Negro, as United States minister resident and consul general to the republic of Liberia. The appointment was made by President Grant. Mr. Turner was a Missourian, a lawyer and an able orator. This information is verified by the records of the Negro Society For Historical Research. Yonkers, N. Y., of which Mr. John E. Bruce is president. BROOKLYN Y. W. C. A. WORKING FOR GYMN. The committee of management of the Lexington avenue branch of the Young Women's Christian association in Brooklyn held a special meeting recently for the purpose of considering the wisdom of adding a gymnasium to the physical work of the association. Those who are members are asking for such a feature, and there are scores of young women who have expressed their intention of joining as soon as the branch affords such opportunities for physical culture. Mrs. A. W. Hunton, the well known clubwoman and worker for uplift among young women, presided. Among the speakers were Dr. Eliza Mosher, Mrs. Newell Dwight Hills, wife of the noted pastor of Plymouth church, and Dr. V. Morton Jones. A full discussion of the subject was had and the general opinion reached that the gymnasium at the present time would not only benefit the present membership, but would bring the work up to a high standard of efficiency. Dr. Mosher's subject was "The Value of Gymnasium Work For Women." She said in part: "As far back as 1555 or 1600 Dr. Lewis of Boston, looking ahead of his time, favored physical culture for women, but the adoption of bloomers, for which the world was not ready, set the work back." The heads under which she spoke as being benefited by gymnastic exercises were nutrition, waste, shape and symmetry of the body, self expression, intellect quickened through action, pleasure and recreation and benefits to motherhood. Among other things she said: "Gymnastic exercise improves nutrition, destroys the old tissues and gives new life to the body. It helps to carry off the waste, and with it are carried many diseases and ailments common to the human family. It also increases muscle, thereby giving strength to the body. It quickens thought into action, and that in turn gives life and energy to the mind." Dr. V. Motion-Jones in her brief address in part said: "After a soldier marches all day, despite the fact that he is tired at night, he will go out to some entertainment and dance all of the evening, thus proving that his system calls for a change. It is just so with girls. They need a variation of recreation. They will work all day and seek some kind of enjoyment in the evening. This building is very much in need of a gymnasium. The house is completely taken up, but the girls need a diversion. The right kind of dancing is all right. We cannot be averse in our criticism of this feature of enjoyment until we can substitute something better for it." Their Comparative Bulk. The latest Russian dancer to arrive for an American tour is Mika Plashovetskajaakhie. She will carry her wardrobe in a handbag and her name on three fatars fastened together. FIVE CENTS A COPY ON WRITES TO THE POLE Peary's Partner Tells in "The North Pole" of His Arctic Experiences. FUREMOST NEGRO EXPLORER New York.-Among the many spring publications thus far issued Matthew A. Hensen's book, entitled "A Negro Explorer at the North Pole," is considered by literary critics to be the most valuable contribution to the literature of exploration since the appearance of Commander Robert E. Peary's book, "The North Pole." The foreword is written by Commander Peary and the introduction by Booker T. Washington. In the foreword to the book Commander Peary says, "Friends of arctic exploration and discovery with whom I have come in contact and many whom I know only by letter have been greatly interested in the fact of a colored man being an effective member of a serious arctic expedition and going north not once, but numerous times, during a period of over twenty years, in a way that showed that he not only could and did endure all the stress of arctic conditions and work, but that he evidently found pleasure in the work. Hensen proved his fitness by long and thorough apprenticeship, and his participation in the final victory which MATTHEW A. HEGER. planted the stars and stripes at the north pole and won for this country the international prize of nearly four centuries is a distinct credit and feather in the cap of his race." Dr. Booker T. Washington in his introduction remarks writes: "One of the first questions which Commander Peary was asked when he returned home from his long, patient and finally successful struggle to reach the pole was how it came about that, besides the four Eskimo. Matt Henson, a Negro, was the only man to whom was accorded the honor of accompanying him on the final dash to the goal." The question was suggested, no doubt, by the thought that it was but natural that the positions of greatest responsibility and honor so such an expedition would as a matter of course fall to the white men of the party rather than to a Negro. To this question, however, Commander Peary replied in substance: "Matthew A. Henson, my Negro assistant, has been with me in one capacity or another since my second trip to Mearagun in 1867. I have taken him on each and all of my expeditions except the first and also without exception on each of my farthest sledge trips. This position I have given him primarily because of his adaptability and fitness for the work and secondly on account of his loyalty. He is a better dog driver and can handle a sledge better than any man living except some of the best Mearagun hunters themselves." The book is interesting not only because it tells of the extraordinary achievements of a colored man, but the clear and logical manner in which Mr. Hensen relates in detail every important feature of the journey to and from the pole, with side lights on Bekimo life and arctic custom. There are seven illustrations from photographs showing Commander Peary in his arctic fur, Hensen immediately after the journey, Camp Morris K. Jepup at the north pole taken by the author, and the Roosevelt in winter quarters at Cape Sheridan. Mr. Hensen is without doubt the foremost explorer of the colored race, and the account which he gives in his book of the final conquest of the pole is the only one which will ever be given by a member of the race, for, as he well says, "I want all the way." The book should be in every home for the encouragement and inspiration which it is to give to all who may read it and study the methods by which Mr. Hensen made himself useful, honored and respected, and most of all, won for himself world renown. SUBSCRIBE FOR THE COUNTER. TWO APOLLO, PA. (By Thos. F. Tucker.) The services of last Sunday were well attended all day. The ladies of the Shiloh church have organized a Sewing circle for the benefit of the church. We ask the sisters to join us and help to make it a success. Wm. Peterson spent a week with his sister in Uniontown and reports a pleasant time. Walter Harris left on Tuesday morning for New York and will make that his home. Mrs. Lulu Harrett and Miss Jessie Jones of Pittsburgh, were visiting Mrs. J. S. Sutherland of Vandergrift last week. Rev. M. C. Butler of Blairsville made a business trip to Apollo this week. Charles Jackson of Apollo, will leave for Washington, D. Ca., on Thursday. MEADVILLE MEADVILLE Mrs. Jenne Butler and caugheyt Byrd, who have been visiting relatives in Sewickley, the past two weeks, arrived home on Wednesday and reported they had a delightful time. Mrs. Rebecca Stribeni of Pittsburgh, visited friends here on Friday and Saturday. Rev. E. E. Brown of Ontego Bay, Jamica, a student at the Meadville Theological school, occupied the pulpit at Bethel on Sunday evening. His text, Galatians 6: 7, subject, sowing and reaping. At the conclusion of Mr. Brown's instructive and impressive discourse, Rev. H. M. Malone came forward and was received into the church. Isaac Wells, a clerk in the Shyrock furniture store, left on Friday for McKeesport, to visit our former pastor and family, Rev. W. N. Young. The Mite Missionary society of Bethel met after services on Sunday night and elected Mrs. P. E. Paul delegatee and Miss Byrd Butler, alternation to convene at Washington, Pa., some time in July. Mrs. Chas. A. Douglas and bouncing baby boy are doing fine. Several colored employees in the brass foundry, at Erie R. R. S. are still on the sick list. The pie social given under the auspices of the Bethel Sewing circle at the residence of Mrs. Jenne Butler last Friday night was a very pleasant affair. Master Otis Butler has a fine position in the Meadville drygoods store. Rev. P. E. Paul's subject for next Sunday night will be the power of the world to come upon this world. Henry Smart has procured employment at the Erie R. R. shops. All gentlemen desiring to become members of the Young Men's club please hand your application to Robt. Williams. The Willing workers meets this week at the residence of Charles Allen, North street, and the Sewing circle at the residence of Mrs. E. P. Henderson, Garden street. ERIE NOTES (By Margaret Kittrell.) Don't fail to attend the services at St. James A. M. E. church on Sunday, March 24 as it is men's day. They desire to raise $100 instead of $1.00 as was stated in last week's issue of the Courier. The Brotherhood of St. James made their initial bow to the public last Thursday when the following program was rendered: Opening, singing, "Blest Be the Tie"; recitation, Miss Emma Dickson; solo, Miss Gertrude McCurdy; ovation on the Life of Booker T. Washington, by Boston Sue; solo, Miss Ester Greenfield; solo, Perry McGee; mandolin solo, Elmer Powers; select reading, Robert Vasberg; address, Thomas Lawson; solo, Rev. Joseph N. Gibbs. The affair was in every way a success. Mrs. B. Campbell will spend Easter with relatives and friends in Carnege, Pa. Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin Lawson and Miss Isabell Valentine left the city on Monday for Youngstown, O., where they attended the Elks' reception that was given on Wednesday evening; they will also visit in New Castle before returning home. Mr. Cameno, who has been in the Hamot hospital for some time, is now able to be home. Little Edna Furst has been quite ill, but is improving. A drama entitled, "Mr. Tompkins' Hired Man," will be given in April for the benefit of the St. James A. M. Bishock. E. CHURCH Among the sick are Mrs. Mame Russell, Mrs. Alice Callens. William Franklin still keeps quite OIL CITY, PA. (By Vadera Johnson.) The Sunday services were well attended throughout the day and excellent sermons were delivered by the pastor. Her, H. G. Payn. Mrs. Temple Gray received a telegram from Denver, Col., last Friday, stating the death of her son, Joseph Gray, at that place. Mr. Gray has been suffering with asthma for several years and had been in Denver for the benefit of his health for some time. The body is expected here Tuesday evening. Little Savia Thompson and Charlotte Bell are on the sick list. Frank Bell is convalescing. Bell is Mrs. Bonner of Kane, Pa. is the guet of Mrs. Wesley Paul. Charles Jackson has returned from a visit in Pittsburgh, McKeesport and Monongahola. He reports a splendid time. The following relatives are here to attend the funeral of Joseph Gray. Mr. and Mrs. Broken of Nishnawock Falls. Mrs. Ellen Green, Robert Green of Pittsburg, Fred Anderson, Augustus Green of Youngstown, O. and Newton Green of Syracuse; Mr. James Webster and daughter of New Brighton. (By Mrs. Elizabeth Green) Since the flood, revival meetings have been held at several of the members' homes in the afternoon and evening, having an outpour of the Holy Spirit at each service. These meetings have reclaimed backsliders and converted several. Miss Katherine Bowman of Pittsburgh was calling on her mother, Mrs. A. E. Bowman, and relatives last Sunday. Mrs. W. D. Mash, who was very sick with pleurisy, was able to worship at St. Paul's on Sunday. Mrs. J. W. Robinson, who has been afflicted with muscular rheumatism, attended church services Sunday. Miss Lucy Llye and niece, Mary Jordan, visited Mrs. Mary West at McKeesport Sunday week. DONORA, PA. (Bv G L G An excellent sermon was delivered by Rev. J. C. Tauton last Sabbath. The Baptist Union will meet at Donora on March 31. An excellent program has been arranged for the 29th and 31st. If you are a lover of good speaking come to Donora on the 31st—inst. Alfred Priest, who underwent an operation, is able to be out. Mrs. Jennie Madison, who has been sick is convalescent. G. L Gray was in Pittsburgh on business. Mrs. Henrietta Priest and Henry Knox were in Pittsburg on Sunday visiting her husband at the Mercy hospital. Mrs. Maud Jones is on the sick list. Miss Anna Belle Peas at tended a party given by the Bachelor girls in Monongahela. Pa. A large number of out-of-town folks attended the dance given by the Carnation club. The Mysterious club, was recently organized with Miss Ella Shepherd as president and Mary Fry as secretary. The president entertained the club last Friday evening at her home. An enjoyable program was rendered. A dainty luncheon was served. Mrs. Mary Kemper of McCrea avenue, will entertain the club on Friday evening, March 22. Mr. and Louis Ellis of Morgantown, W. Va., are visiting her parents, Rev. Sandy Christian. G. L Gray is making preparations to attend the silver wedding of his sister, Mrs. Annie Howell, Richmond, Va. on the 29th inst. Mrs. Rosa Perkins of Columbus, O., was a Donora visitor. Robert Eaton, who has been absent from the city for sometime returned last Sabbath. Miss Margaret Ross was a Donora visitor recently. For fine chickens and settings see Alfred Saunders, the noted poultry man. Miss Daisy Perkins was a Monongahela caller. Our revival services are over and we were blessed with many new members. We will take steps at once to reopen our liceum. (By Mrs. Fairfax.) Services at Bethel were well attended on Sunday, Dr. Z. A. Jones of the Little Hill, South Carolina, Industrial school, preached at the evening services. A number of ladies of the Shiloh Baptist church gave a beautiful song service at the home for Aged Colored Women last Sunday evening. Their pastor, Rev. Williamson, spoke from text "No man cared for my soul." The following article appeared in the editorials of the Williamsport Sun on Saturday evening. "Should be encouraged." "Williamsport's colored population is one of which the people of the city may feel proud. The colored people of this city are law-abiding and industrious. They take great interest in religious and educational matters, maintaining four churches, and as a rule, sending their children to school in order that they may acquire an education. "When it is proposed to organize a Y. M. C. A. to be composed of Negro boys, the white people of this city should encourage the project. The promoters of this movement are young men who feel the need of such an association and who have watched with deep interest the success which has attended the operations of the Y. M. C. A. already established here and which is patronized by white persons. If the Categorical club, which is ready to stand sponsor for the Negro Y. M. C. A., can convince the white people of the city that the new association would be beneficial and that every fort would be made to enlist the sympathy and support of the Negro population, there is little doubt that the white citizens would contribute toward the establishment of an association. To begin with, the new association could be conducted on a modest plan, expanding as necessity demanded." This is along the line of which Dr. Askew spoke, when he addressed the boys. The seed feil in good soil, and the matter has been taken up. Williamsport feels proud of the Young Men's Categorical club, for the good it has accomplished during the past year. Some place of good, wholesome entertainment and sport is just what our youth need. Mrs. M. Wood, son and daughter, Mrs. Stutt of Pittsburgh, are in Williamsport, at the bedside of Miss Bessie Wood, who is still very ill. John Cuff of Jefferson street is seriously ill. The condition of Miss Fiora Russell remains about the game. Mrs. G. W. Williams and Mrs. Hattie Hall are doing nicely. The final arrangements for the district conference which will convene in Bethel church, were completed on Monday night. Walter Parker of Coatsville, is in the city. He is busy receiving congratulations over the advent of a fine baby girl in his family. The seventh annual banquet of the Young Men's Categorical club, which was held at Reno Post hall, was a very brilliant affair. Covers were laid for twenty-six. The petting president, Calvin Anderson, spoke very feelingly of the work of the *club*, and piedged his hearty support to the president-elect, Frank Brewington. The following program was well rendered: Quotations, club and guests; the Categorical club, President C. Anderson; poet, Dimbars, "The Sun." Mrs. I. Fairax; trio, Misses Ruth Stanton, Endora East, E. S. Colson; "Our Wives and Sweethearts," F. B. Brewington; response, Elizabeth Anderson; wit and humor, J. C. Harrison; reminiscences, J. W. Fairax; trio, Misses Stanton, East, Mr. Cosson; paper, selected, Mrs. Martha Brewington; club alphabet, B. E. Harris, Albert Dockens acted as toastmaster. A fine menu was served by Caterer John Robinson. All had a most enjoyable time. The musicale given by Mrs. Hattie Jones' pupil's was well rendered and the performers deserve great credit. Are You in Arrears on your subscription? You know WE NEED THE MONEY ALTOONA PA. (By Gertrude Dawson.) Services at the Sixteenth Street A.M. E. church were well attended all day and are becoming more interesting and inspiring at each service. In the evening Rev. Burnett took as his theme "The Uses of Affection." The Sunday school is in good condition and is preparing its Easter program. The oyster supper held under the auspices of the Busy Bee last Thursday evening was well attended and a decided success. The St. Patrick entertainment held under the auspices of the Dorcis club on Monday evening, was unique in every way. The lecture room was most artistically decorated and the little tables to correspond. A very dainty repast was served. Mt. Zion Baptist. Rev. Daniel Cave, D. D., preached on Sunday evening on "The Church Has Made a Mistake in the Selection of Deacons." acts sixth, fifth verse. The penny social that was given at Mrs. Walker Alexander of Twentieth avenue, last Thursday night, was well attended and a decided success. Mrs. Agnes Jackson, who has been so very ill for the past three months is much improved. James Downing, who has been quite sick for several weeks, is much improved and able to attend to business again. A. M. E. Zion. A large congregation greeted the pastor all day. Sunday. Sunday school was well attended and the children are preparing their Easter pieces. Rev. Sloan's theme on Sunday evening was "Satan's an Angel of Light." Two accessions were made to the church. Social. Garfield Banks has returned from Cumberland, Md., to reside in our city permanently. Mrs. Alfred Downing and son left on Thursday last to spend a few days in Bedford with her parents. Lawrence C. Taylor wishes to thank his many friends who were so kind to him during his recent illness. Mrs. Anna Hicks, who has been visiting friends in the city for several weeks left for her home in Scranton, Pa., last Monday evening. George Azcher of Chicago, and Miss Alice M. Jackson of this city, were married on February 17, at the home of the groom's brother, James Edward of Chicago, by Rev. T. C. Scott, in the presence of near reatives. The groom formerly was a barber in Altoona, employed at Seward's shop in Sixteenth street, but lately is an employee of the Pullman Company, running from Chicago to San Francisco. The bride is the daughter of the late George H. Jackson of this city, for many years a well-known seamstress here. They will reside in Chicago. Miss Corena Taylor of Bellwood and Mrs. Wilhelmina Wanzer of Bellefonte, were guests of Mrs Gertrude Dawson last Wednesday. Mrs. Thompson passed her eightieth milestone in life last Thursday. Her may friends remembered the occasion by a postal card shower. The "Smart Set," which played here last Wednesday afternoon and evening was well attended. People were here from Johnstown, Bedford, Bellwood, Tyrone, Bellefonte and Holidaydaysburg. Several young men from Bellefonte were so gallant as to secure the first box on the first flood for their friends. Obituary The infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Boston Tillery died last Friday afternoon. Thomas Hawn died at the home of his parents last Saturday evening, after an illness of six months. The funeral was held on Monday afternoon at 4 o'clock, interment being made in Eastern Light cemery. HOLLIDAYSBURG. The revival services which were conducted at the A. M. E. Zion church were a spiritual success. Mrs. Randolph Brown gave a stag surprise last Tuesday evening on her husband. Guests from Altoona were present and all had a most enjoyable time. Mrs. Ada Jackson, who has been visiting her sister, Mrs. Augusta Alexander for the past six weeks left for her home in Pittsburgh last Sunday. SCOTTDALE PA (By Blanche Moore.) Patterson, pastor of the A. M. E. Zion church in Mt. Pleasant, Pa. was called to North Side, Pittsburgh, by the death of his mother. Rev. J. T. Moore filled his pulpit on Sunday morning and evening. The band entertainment was attended on Monday evening by a large crowd. The entertainment was quite a success socially and financially. Rev. H. H. Overton, pastor of Morning Star Baptist church, was called to Vanderbilt. Pa., on Monday to officiate at the wedding of Edward Arnett and Miss Virginia Williams. Miss Mamie Moore was the guest of Mrs. Barksdale of Smithfield, Pa., on Sunday. Morning Star Baptist Church. The Missionary society met at the home of Mrs. R. Smith on Monday afternoon and had a very interesting meeting. The services were well attended and Rev. H. H. Overton was at his last all day Sunday. CHARLEROI CHARLEROI Mabel J. Webster.) T. H. Brown of Connellsville, was a recent visitor at the parsonage, Mrs. Rose Perkins of Columbus, O. visited relatives and friends here last week. Wallace Davis was calling in Donora a few days ago. Stephen Bryans, Sr. was visiting his daughter here last week. Misses Marte and Evelyn Lyons, also Mr. Bates of Washington were callers at the home of Miss Beuh H. E. Lee on Wednesday. John H. Bazier of Donora, was a Charleroi caller on Friday. Wm. Thomas of Washington, was a recent caller here. Mrs. L. V. Jones has returned home after being more than three weeks on her missionary work. She is superintendent of the North Pittsburgh district. The leap year party given at the home of Mrs. Josephine Pepton was a grand affair. Everyone present reports as having spent an enjoyable time, music being the feature of the evening. The colors were green and white. Mrs. Laura Morgan of Pittsburgh, is visiting her parents. Mr. and Mrs. Archie Gaskins. Samuel Smith of California, worshiped at the St. James Sabbath. I fail to hear Madame Pleasant's recital on March 25 at the St. James A. M. E. church. The Vernon Literary elected the following officers. Pre- ident, Mabel Webster; vice president, F. O. West; secretary, Garnet A. Johnson; assistant secretary, Mrs. W. A. Rideout, treasurer, H. W. Thomas; editor, Samuel Smith. Another debate will take place in the near future. Monongahela Monongahela (By Helen Batch.) Wallace Davis, Arthur Rideout and Henry Primas were calers of the Misses Katherine and Blanch Carpenter on Sunday. Mary Scott was a caller in Pittsburgh on Sunday. Mrs. Rosa Perkins of Columbus, O., was calling on friends in town cg Tuesday. Alphonso Wade went to Pittsburgh on Sunday to meet Mr. and Mrs. Manley of South Carolina. The Court of Calanthe gave a social at the residence of Mrs. Sarah Brice on Thursday, March 21, 1912. Mr. Williams was a caller in Pittsburgh on Saturday and Sunday. Mrs. Brown and Mrs. F. Washington were guests of Mrs. Steele of Carnegie last Sunday. Don't forget the entertainment to be given by the Merry Gee club at the Second Baptist church on April 5, 1912. The Allen Endeavor league of the A. M. E. church will give a spelling match on Monday evening, March 25. Every body is cordially invited to come and spell. Miss Helen I. Batch and her sister, Mrs. Alvyne D. Viverett, were business callers in McKeesport and Pittsburgh last Thursday. Stanley Simmons, Mrs. Smothers' nephew of Elizabeth, was a Valer at the parsonage. The Christian Endeavor is increasing in interest and attendance. Miss Pearl Montgomery entertained on Sunday afternoon with a 4 oclock tea in honor of Mrs. Cass. Jackson's house guests, Misses Barbara and Blanche Laney of Braddock. The afternoon was spent in a social way. Miss Montgomery was assisted in serving by her sister, Miss Iva Montgomery. The out of town guest was the honored guest and was Mrs Aloyne Viverrett of Chester, W. Va. Paul Montgomery is out again after Ray Montgomery is out again after an attack of tonsilitis. Mrs. C. I. Jackson entertained on Friday evening in honor of her house guests, Misses Barbara and Blanche Laney of Braddock. A very delightful evening was spent during which a two course lunch was served by the Mrs. Jackson. Richard Kemper lost a valuab'e hen last Thursday. He seems to take its loss seriously. On Friday evening the Butterfiles gave a leap year party at the home of the Misses Hazel and Grace Pitts, the affair being complimentary to the Spiders. The house was decorated in green and white. "After an enjoyable evening, spent in music, cards and dancing the, hostess served a three course, luncheon, assisted, by Misses Blanche Carpenter, Mildred Smith and Lena Lynch. The out-of-town guests were Miss Jujetta Bryan of Charlerol, Miss Annebelle Pease of Denora, Harry Brooks, Edward Carter and Edward Scales of Moneess and Arthur Rideout of Charlerol. Don't forget to be ready to pay the agent for the Courier on Saturday. Miss Minnie Batch of Elizabeth. Mrs. Austin of Finleyville and Mrs. A. E. West of Pittsburgh, were Sunday visitors here. WAYNESBURG The Sunday school is preparing for Easter. Mrs. J. S. Smith and club will entertain at her home on Thursday evening with a necktie social. Refreshments will be served by the ladies. Mrs. Alice Ponios entertained the Fancy Work club on last Thursday afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. H. E. Workman delightfully entertained the Cosmopolitan club on last Friday evening. The evening was spent in cards, games and music. Dainty refreshments were served. Mrs. Anna Bruce is numbered with the sick this week. Mrs. Louie Davison is a little better at this writing. Mrs. Wilbur Tate entertained last week at a four course turkey dinner in honor of her house guests, Miss Blanche Walks of Canonsburg, Pa., and Miss Eva Walks of Washington, Pa. Covers was laid for 18. Colors were pink and white. The eventing was enjoyable spent in music. Chambersburg Chambersburg (Br Mary McGill) The bazaar at the John Westley A.M. E. Zion church closed last Saturday night and it was a success. The French and English concert at St James' A.M. E. church on Thursday evening was enjoyed by all who heard it. Rev. S. G. Doree and family speak French, Spanish and English fluently. Rev. P. P. Gains of Shippensburg, preached the quarterly sermon at St James on Sunday afternoon. The John Wesley cholr sang. Rev. R. O. Napper preached at the same church in the evening. Rev. J. T. Colbert. A. B., pastor of Hope Presbyterian church, has organized the Young Men's Christian Association. Mrs. Ella Lovett departed this life on Tuesday morning and was buried on Saturday afternoon. Rev. W. D. Clinton preached the funeral sermon, assisted by Rev. S. G. Doree and Colbert. Last Sunday evening was the time for the young ladies to report on the sold watch contest of the four who were constesting your correspondent had the greatest amount of money though none succeeded in faining enough to secure the coveted prize. Mr. Hollisworth has returned from Virginia, where he was successful in purchasing a farm. They are to move there in the near future and commence raising chickens on an enlarged scale. Exegesis. "My dog's nose now is what Mexico has just been." "How so?" "He can smell a storm coming up when the sun is shining." "I don't see the connection." "Why, isn't his nose a storm scent er?" Fewer People on Isle of Man. The total number of inhabitants of the Isle of Man is now 50,542, which shows a decrease of 4,210 during the last ten years. GREENSBURG (45) Martha McKenzie Mr. T. McKenzie visiting Jennette last Thursday, even ng. Mrs. Elizabeth Ross of Connellsville, spent Sunday with her son and daughter in-law, Mr. and Mrs. B. F. Truzman. Mrs. Charles Fleming is visiting her mother, Mrs. Glenn, in Harrisburg. Miss Beatrice Author of Jeannette, has been suffering with tonsillitis. Charles Stokes was taken suddenly ill last Friday with acute indigestion. Miss Rosa Draper of Homewood, has returned home after a long visit with Mrs. L. Paris. Jos. Dickson, Sr., was in West Chester last Tuesday on business. Miss Lily May Brown of Connellsville, Miss Gadys Powell and Master Franklin Powell spent Sunday with Miss Heen and Master Carroll Truzman. A well-known butler of Academy Hill, said he was going to get married next week. "Watch out girls." Mrs. Eda Atkins of Latrobe, spent Sunday evening with Mrs. Ellis. Mrs. Katherine Lapton was visiting her sister, Mrs. Webster of Pittsburgh, last Wednesday. Miss Eva Stevens grant Saturday evening with her mother, Mrs. Thompson. Emory Stokes was the first one to register a letter in our new postoffice. Miss Beatrice Author of Jeanneette, and cousin, Miss Bertha Tay, or of Steubenville, O., are visiting friends in Sawickley. Mrs. Sarah Curry and Mrs. E. J. Williams were guests of Mrs. Chambers and daughter, Miss Maude, on Sunday. Samuel Monroe of Steubenville, O., has returned home after visiting his sister, Mrs. Julia Fleming. Wm. Terry was called suddehy home on Sunday afternoon owing to the serious illness of his mother in West Virginia. Mrs. Powell is recovering. Mrs. Emory Stokes returned home on Sunday evening from Baltimore. Mrs. Stephen Stokes of Arlington Heights, was up to see her brother-in-law, Charles Stokes, on Monday. Simmons and Elton Simpson of Irwin, spent Sunday evening at Bethel. Mrs. Lillian Paris has been on the stick list this week. The Antioch Baptist Sunday school held their first annual thanksgiving sermon on March 17, at 3 p.m, which was preached by Rev. W. B. Johnson of M. Pleasant. There was an excellent attendance from Hope Baptist church, Jeannette. Exclusive of the Sunday school school's there was only one family to represent Greensburg, Mr. Trent and family. Rev. Powell preached on Sunday morning a beautiful sermon on being "More Than Conquerors." In the evening we had a fine attendance and a lovely sermon was also preached on the subject, "Look and Live." The South, Pittsburgh conference will be held here April 9 to 11. B. F. Truman is our delegate to this meeting. Miss Mary Joe Monroe of Pittsburgh, is spending a few days with her aunt, Mrs. Wm. Lews. JEANNETTE (B) Carroll H. Stevenson. Mesdames Detta V. Lee of Pittsburgh and Della Cordeck of Washington, Pa., spent last Tuesday with their mother, Mrs. Sarah Stevenson of Gaskil avenue. Thos Dudley C. Stevenson and E. Hands have organized the Up and at 'Em Boys Athletic club and have their gymnasium in readiness for the rough stuff. Any of the boys desiring to join, see either of the three mentioned. Wishing to correct my mistake of last week will say that it was Arthur W. Robinson who was in Belle Vernon and not Monesen. Mrs. W. R. Stevenson spent a few days with her mother in Uniontown. Mrs. E.len Thompson and Otta Johnson are on the sick list. BELLEVERNON BELLEVERNON The concert given by Mrs. A. W. Robinson proved to be quite a success. Mrs. Jane Ross has returned home from the hospital. Nathaniel Bolling and Johnson Brown spent Sunday at Connellsville. Mrs. Frank Cornett was in Charleroi on business last Monday. The quarterly meeting at Pleasant Green church was quite a success. Rev. H. Hill has started his revival services at Pleasant Green church. All will be ready and look for the Easter fair at the Spoor Street. A. M. E. church given Sinking Fund club. Mr. and Mrs. B. J. Miley attended the concert on Monday night. Mrs. Towas and Mrs. Turner of Monessen, attended the concert on Monday night. BUTLER, PA. (By Grace Booth.) George Armstead, the barter who was injured in a gas explosion on Tuesday morning, died from the effects of the injuries on Friday night at the Butler General hospital. Armstead was the body colored man in the United States to hold a membership in the Knights of Maccabees. He was in good standing and carried $2.20 in insurance in Alpine Camp No. 25 at Sarcae, near Old City. He joined the order before the destruction was placed on colored applicants. He has been a resident of Conquessing horo for a number of years. He enjoyed the confidence and respect of the entire community. His wife died few months ago and he is not known to have any relatives. The local Maccabees took charge of the body. Mrs. Lucy Johnson is at the Roanoke, Virginia, hospital in an extremely critical condition as the result of a leap from the top of the Henry street bridge over the N. & W. Railway tracks. She jumped from the bridge on Thursday at 1:14 a. m. Mrs. Johnson will be remembered as the sister of Edward Jordan a former resident of Butler. She also made her home with Rev. Jones of Homestead, Pa. while she was living in this part of the country. Robert McCurdy visited Ibs parents, Mr. and Mrs. McCurdy, Shannon 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 sholdera. Imitation is the sincerest flattery; and the fact that so many people of 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 hair regardless of its condition and the condition of the scalp, and in our work we used the preparation which is known as "Poro." This is made and sold exclusively by myself. I have the exclusive right to that name; sell I, alone, know the secret of the composition that bears that name. From its use in my treatment hundreds have received direct benefit. Our claim has always been that when the hair begins to grow as the result of the use of "Poro" it will continue to so if only this the hair and scalp is kept clean. Many persons are constantly finding that is true. You cannot afford, by using mere imitations, to risk not attaining the result you desire. Be sure that the name "Poro" is on every box; not genuine without it. If your hair is dry, harsh, brittle and falling out—use "Poro." It stones the falling and starts the hair to growing at once. MRS. A. M. POPE-TURNBO 3100 Pine Street, St. Louis, Mo. Bell Telephone, 2 COLES COOPERATIVE COMPANY An organization for promoting all race enterprises, including contract work, company stores, farming, etc. For information write or call on NOAH COLES, President STOCK NOW ON SALE AT 6317 BROAD STREET Board meetings every Monday evening. 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. ```markdown ``` JOHN E. HUDSON, President. Fail, and you rob yourself of that united help due you in case of mis- fortune or distress. Once a member always a member. S. D. OLIVER, Secretary. Life membership: $2.00; no monthly dues, no assessments. Address all communications to the Negro National Auditorium Association. Box 263, New York, NY 10017. avenue, on Sabbath, at Washington, Pa. Helen L. Perry, aged 3 years, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Perry, St. Charles street, died on Thursday at 8:30 p. m. Funeral services were held on Saturday afternoon and interment was made in the North cemetery. Helen was a bright little one and had been sick for some time. In their bereavement the family have the sympathy of their many friends. Mrs. Campbell was a week-end visitor with her husband, Samuel Campbell of Allegheny, Pa. Abraham Wheeler entertained a few of his friends at a 6 o'clock dinner on Thursday evening, March 14, in honor of his thirty-sixth birthday. The social held at the A. M. E. church on Monday evening was quite a success and was well attended. George Jones was a Sunday visitor at the home of his sister, Mrs. J. C. White of Parker, Pa. Mrs. Robinson of Pittsburgh, was the guest of Mrs. H. Whittle on Thursday. Leo Perkinson and Jesse Harris of McKees Rocks, were Butler visitors last week. Dark Thoughts "Yes. I was wondering when we would get our coal." SATURDAY, MARCH 22, WLL Pro Hair Grower MRS. L. L. ROBERTS. 4 Years ago my Hair just covered my sho- dera. ; and the fact that so many people of think it worth while to imitate proof of the merits of "Poro." We less of growing the hair regardless of the scalp, and in our work have used Poro." This is made and sold exclu- ve right to that name; sell I alone, at bears that name. From its use used direct benefit. Our claim has to grow as the result of the use of this the hair and scalp is kept clean. that is true. You cannot afford, by aiming the result you desire. on every box; not genuine without it and falling out—use "Poro." the hair to growing at once. OPE-TURNBO Pittsburg Office 6289 Frankstown Ave. Mrs. W. A. Clay First Class Hotel Association-Nodus Mansion's Dining Room, 36 Flats FRANK SUTTON, Prop's Bell Phone 9228 Grant Cafe and Bar 518-520 Wylie Avenue Pittsburg, Pa. RAGE ADJUSTMENT ESSAYS on the NEGRO IN AMERICA BY KELLY MILLER Bury of the College of Art and Science Howard University, Washington LARGE GEOZATO, 810. postal, 13 CHEFS Odyssey taken by Curtis. FRAZIER, BROWN & CO. LICENSED EMPLOYMENT BUREAU Reliable Positions: Furnished Reliable Colored Help Our Specialty Bell Phone 6927 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. The Courier is For Sale by the Following Agents Thos. H. Harrison, 1310 Wylie ave. E. K. Thumm, 1400 Wylie ave. Jessie Harris, 909 Wylie ave. Mounts Old Book Store, 602 Wylie ave. Miss Carrie Collins, 35 MayMower street, Eaat End, city. Miss Carrie Collins, 35 Mayflower street, East End, city. Miss Cora Ross, 7417 Susquehanna street, city. Mr. John Peterson, 1613 Franklin st. N. S. Miss Gertrude Belt, 563 Francis street, City. Frank Scott, 2529 Mithon street, City. Mr. Rav Berry, 131 Cbafonte st. Beltzhooger. BELCHER. W. Jones, 2642 Wylie ave. Mr. John Woods. 319 Jackson st. N. S. Mrs. A. L. Anderson, 41 Arthur st. City. Frazier & Brown, Frankstown ave. near Penn. Miss Minnie Harris, 6106 Kirkwood st. city. J. W. Dooley, 20th st., Homestead, Pa. Mrs. E. H. Brooka, 226 Burton ave. Washington, Pa. Stewart F. Cook, 201 North Seventh street, Steupenville, O. Mrs. Eva Holmes, 709 6th ave., Beaver Falls, Pa. Miss Marie Thornell, 222 Walnut st. Bellerue, Pa. Miss Ella Kennedy, 1033 Chaplin st. Wheeling, W. Va. Miss Ruth Alston, 116 Palaski st. Dayton, O. Mrs. Mary Broady, 40 Hulburt st. Akron, O. Miss Grace Gant, 106 Cleveland, st. Butler, Pa. Mrs. Kreba T. Tilghman, 116 Sheango st. New Castle, Pa. Martha Dickson, No. 48 Mill street. Greensburg, Pa. We find by being lenient with some of our agents they are not settling their accounts promptly. Hereafter it will be necessary for all agents to settle weekly before we will send any more papers. We regret this action is necessary. By order, PITTSBURG CURIER PUB. CO. Don't Be Deceived Because a woman takes a man's measure and even helps him press his suit, is no reason to believe she will do it after they are married. He change. Pastor to His Flock. "When I look at you fellows," said the jail warden, who was something of a humorist, "I somehow feel that the I... didn't make good." THE BARBER'S "Tell Them to Come, Up by All Means at Once," Said Gormly. The RING and the MAN WITH SOME INCIDENTAL DELATION TO THE WOMAN BY CYDUS TOWNSEND BRADY ILLUSTRATIONS BY DEARBORN MELVILL SATURDAY, MARCH 23. 1911. Tell Them to Come Up by The R and the M WITH DELAT by C SYNOPSIS. 8YNOP818. A foolish young tenderfoot becomes fascinated with the bold, artilful wife of a drunken prospector in a western mansion, blazing blissard but are confronted by the mansion husband. He is shet by the wife, but the chivalrous boy pins a note to the body, taking it to the railroad station and the railroad station the woman's house falls exhausted; the youth puts her on his own and follows hanging to the sturp trap, seeing the man seize her into a snow drift and rides on. Half-frozen he stumbles into the railroad station just as the train bears the woman away. Dormily, is a multi-millionaire in New York. CHAPTER 11—Continued. The thing was an instant sensation. The newspapers took it up. Other merchants, freighters, and shippers were interviewed, and a case was instantly made out against the Gotham Freight Traction company, which would have shaken a less ponderous, less thick-skinned, less indifferent organization to pieces. Even the authorities were interviewed, and they shed hypocritical tears over the unfortunate trickery by which the public had been buncoed out of its legitimate rights, but they took occasion at the same time to point out that there was nothing whatever to be done about it. The party in power was one that had long dominated the metropolis: To be sure it gave the metropolis a fairly good government; but the people paid over and over again. They were robbed shamelessly right and left, on every hand, and while something was tendered them, what they got was no quid pro quo for the frightful extravagance of the administration. Graft abounded everywhere. The party out of power, which had been out of power so long that it had perforce become virtuous, did not hesitate to point out the dreadful state of affairs to all who would listen; but its efforts had so far been unavailing, and the party in power punished there because of its so dober. Now the Gotham Freight Traction company had its weak point. Things that depend upon the collusion of so many unscrupulous men, not to say villains, usually have a weak point. It is a wise man, indeed a genius, who finds out these things and assails the organization threat. The first principle of good soldiering is to oppose to your adversary's weak point your own strongest. The weak point in the enterprise of the Gotham Freight Traction company lay in a certain link vital to the continuance of the carefully devised system: the franchise of which was about to run out. Few people knew that the franchise was to expire, and in the ordinary course nothing would have happened. An ordinance renewing it would have been slipped through the board of aldermen, signed by the mayor, and that would have been all. So sure did the company feel of its ground, so confident were its members that Gormly and his fellow victims would see the necessity of paging without delay, that they had never contemplated this publicity and never imagined they would have to face this bitter and determined attack upon their franchises and upon their methods. They knew, of course, that they held the aldermen in their hands; that in their close alliance with theachen society, the organization that ran things, they could pass anything they wanted in defiance of any public sentiment whatsoever. Gormly had made one blunder; but he a brilliant soldier he had succeeded in turning it to his advantage. One advertisement was succeeded by another. The Gotham Freight Traction company was made the subject of scatching criticism and bitter attack of which the Sachem society and the party in power came in for a large share. And men everywhere began asking what was to be done about it. In previous campaigns the party out of power had been led by a series of forlorn hopes, men enthusiastic in their devotion to the cause of reform and not noted for much of anything else. The leaders of the outs took notice of Gormly. Inquiries began to be made about him; his business methods were investigated; his resources were discussed; his character was analyzed; his career made the subject of study. From being merely a name attached to a familiar institution, he became within one month one of the great personalities of New York. The situation was intoxicating. Incidentally, he did not lose in the estimation of Miss Haldane by this exploitation of himself, which he had so cleverly managed that no one dreamed it was due to his own motion. Even in those exclusive circles in which Miss Haldane moved, which are ordinarily indifferent to any happenings on this side of the terrestrial sphere, some account of Gormly and his doings, penetrated. That he was rich and a bachelor were the most interesting facts which appealed to this set. Men and women there began to inquire as to who he was. It was Miss Haldane's privilege and pleasure to enlighten them so far as she could, without betraying the nature of their confidential relation. There were several papers on the side of the administration, which were owned and controlled by the party in power, that would have been glad indeed to have discredited Gormly; but the closest scrutiny revealed nothing in his life that could be used for that purpose. Where he had come from was not known; but for the last quarter of a century at least his course had been traced with considerable accuracy, and indeed there was little of it that was not discovered and disclosed to the eager public. He was quite willing to talk about the Gotham Freight Traction company or any matter of public moment, but for the rest he was unashakably silent. His early past, therefore, was a mystery; but the interest in a mystery that has no special bearing upon the present soon dies out. Then Gormly did an unusual thing for him. He purchased a country place of Long Island. This received no mention in the public press, because the whole-matter had been handled by the invaluable Chaloner, and Gormly's name had not appeared at all. The place was desirable, in that it was not far—five or six miles—from the country place of the Haldane family. It was bought completely furnished, and the staff of servants previously employed was retained. Gormly knew from the clipping bureau that it it was the custom of the Haldanes to pass the Christmas holidays at their country place. He had seen Miss Haldane rather less frequently at late, because the work at the settlement house was now so far advanced that it was merely a matter of carrying out the plans decided upon and spending the money so generously placed in her hands by him, which did not need much consultation. So, on the vain hope that chance might throw him in touch with her, Gormly decided also to occupy for the Christmas season his lonely cottage—it was called a cottage, although it was more like a baronial mansion than anything else—on the Long Island shore. It was snowing hard the evening of his arrival the day before Christmas, and Gormly did not like snow. He had bitter memories intertwined --- with a storm, and the sight of the white, ice covered, snow clad fields filled him with unpleasant reminiscences. Since he had bought the estate through the faithful Chaloner, he had not seen it himself. Therefore, after the excellent dinner which had been provided by his new chef and served by his new butler, he determined upon a careful inspection of his residence. They had advanced as far as the library when the familiar tinkle of the telephone made them pause. "See who it is, Beals," said the master of the house. "It's from the keeper of the lodge gate, sir," he said, turning and looking toward his master. "He says that there's a party down there stalled in an automobile. They can't get on in the snow. They'd like to come up to the house. There are ladies in the party, and—" "Tell them to come up by all means at once," said Gormly. "Beg pardon, sir," returned the butler, "but you know it's half a mile by the road, and it'll be terrible walking for the ladies in such weather as this." "Quite so," returned Gormly. "What does the stable afford?" "There's the station wagon and the pair that brought you over, sir. Those are all that are there." "Yes, I remember. That's all I told Chaloner to send down, not expecting to— Well, have that hitched up and telephone them that a conveyance will be at the lodge in a few moments; that I should be glad to have them come to the house at once." "By the way," he asked, "did you find out the names of the people?" "Yes, sir," answered the butler, "it was Mr. Haldane and his party." CHAPTER III. Society Bursts Upon Mr. Gormly. Enter at last, Miss Haldane, accompanied by her father, her mother, her brother, Miss Louise Van Vleck Stewart (one of her intimate friends and a possible sister-in-law), Dr. Warren Deveaux (a retired physician, an old bachelor and an old and intimate friend of the family.) The newcomers were all dressed in winter automobile garments. It was young Haldane who broke the somewhat awkward pans consequent upon their entrance. "Mr. Goodrich," he began, unbuttoning his coat and slipping it off as he advanced. "Your pardon, sir," said Gormly, "but Mr. Goodrich is no longer the owner of this place." "Why, Mr. Gormly," burst out Miss Haldane impetuously, as she turned at his voice and recognized him, "this is a great surprise! We didn't know that you were to be one of our neighbors." She had been in the background and had not observed their host until she heard him speak. As she spoke, she stepped forward impulsively with outstretched hand. "Eleanor," exclaimed her father in great surprise, surveying Gormly as he spoke, with a stare as cold as the winter weather. "do you—ah—know the gentleman?" "Certainly I do," returned the girl. "It is Mr. George Gormly of the Gormly-store, you know." "Ah, indeed," began her father. "I have known him for—" she paused uncertainly. "Seven months yesterday, Miss Haldane." answered Gormly, who was nothing if not accurate. "We have—er—bought things at your shop for a longer time than that, I fancy," here interposed Mrs. Haldane vaguely with an air of great condescension. "You have been on my books, madam, as one of my most valued customers ever since I moved to Broadway twenty-one years ago," returned Gormly, who was by no means ashamed of his business, else he would not have continued in it. "Yes," said Haldane at this juncture, "I have been making out checks with monotonous regularity to your firm ever since." "My good man—" began Mrs. Haldane still somewhat vaguely, and evidently rather at a loss how to place this irreproachably clad and fine appearing gentleman who had solled his hands with trade and did not seem to be at all embarrassed to ashamed of it. Very Pretty Tale Found in Folk Lore of the Aborigines of Japan. The Alnw (the aborigines of Japan) have many legends about birds, one of which is very pretty. It is thus given by a recast writer: "The skylark used a live in neaven. One day the God in heaven sent him down to the earth with a message for the gods who reside here, telling him to return the same day. But the little bird thought the earth such a nice place that he stayed to play. He was here so long that it began to grow dark, and he therefore determined to spend the night on the ground. The next day he arose in the air to return to heaven, but God met him when he was about six-score feet up, and said: 'Why did you not return as I told you? As, therefore you have disbelieved my words you shall not return to heaven, but live upon the earth. Although you may attempt to fly as high up as heaven, yet you shall never be able to get my higher than one of two-score of 6 feet. The little bird was exceedingly concerned at this, and arguing with God, said: 'Oh great God, as the world you made is so beautiful I could not help taking a look at it, and so got late. Although you chide me for this yet I will fly back to heaven. In this way you answered God. But God did not consent. Therefore the little bird grew more and more distressed and daily went as high as he could, pleading all the time; yet God would never consent to his entrance into heaven again. He therefore returned to the earth to play. After a time he ascended and did the same thing, yet God did not consent. The same thing continues to happen every summer, but God never will allow him to return.' This, as I have said, is very pretty THE COURIER blushing with vexation. "Mr. Gormly, forgive me, I forgot that you did not know my family." "I have seen them often in the store. Miss Haldane, and have even waited upon some of them in other days myself, replied Gormly, quite as cold and formal in his manner as any one in the room. "Nevertheless I want the pleasure of presenting you to my mother. Mr. George Gormly, mother, my very good friend." Mrs. Haldane drew herself up. Gormly bowed himself down in a bow most carefully calculated to express a proper degree of appreciation of the honor and nothing more. "My friend, Miss Stewart; my father, and my brother, Mr. Livingstone Haldane; Dr. Devesau." The persons mentioned bowed coolly, except that Livingstone Haldane infused a little more cordiality in his recognition than the others did, while Dr. Deveaux actually stepped forward and extended his hand. "My dear sir," he said genially, his old face beaming with good nature and genuine admiration. "I am delighted to have the privileges of shaking you by the hand. Anybody who has the courage to attack the Gotham Freight Traction company as you have done in the papers may be recognized as a public benefactor whom it is an honor to know." "Thank you," said Gormly, grateful for this recognition. "Sir," began Haldane, "an unfortunate accident to our machine has thrown us upon your hospitality. I did not know that my friend Goodrich had sold this place or—" "Let that give you no concern, sir," answered Gormly; "I pray that you will consider the place and all in it as your own. I beg you will take off your wraps and make yourselves entirely at home." "That's very handsome of you, I am sure," continued the elder Haldane, slowly removing his coat; "but my own place lies but six miles beyond here, and if you will permit us to telephone my stables, I think we shall have to trouble you but little." "The telephone is in the library yonder, Mr. Haldane, and is at your service as is everything in the house. I regret that my own stables are not yet furnished. The small station wagon and pair which brought you up are the only horses I have on the place just now." "And jolly well crowded we were!" said young Haldane. "Meanwhile," continued Gormly, "may I ask have you had dinner? Can I offer you anything to eat, or——" "We thank you," answered Mrs. Haldane, "but we dined at the Braddons—a place five or six miles back—before we started." "A cup of tea or a glass of wine after your cold ride, then?" said Gormly. "That would be very nice, indeed," said Miss Haldane. "Louise, aren't you simply dying for a cup of tea?" "Perishing for lack of it," answered Louise promptly. Gormly summoned the butler, gave the necessary directions, showed Haldane where the telephone was, invited the other men into the library also, where there was a well-stocked buffet and excellent cigars; after which he showed the women into a small reception room on the other side of the hall, and left them to divest themselves of their wraps. The men refreshed themselves according to their fancy at the buffet, lighted their cigars, which, as Chaloner had been careful to send a supply of Gormly's favorite and private brand, they found excellent, while Haldane vainly endeavored to get in communication with his own house. Such was the severity of the storm for a country ill prepared for it, however, that the wires were broken in every direction. Even that to the lodge was found to be out of order at last. Gormly had not waited at the library to hear the result of the telephoning. As soon as he had the men comfortably provided for, he had gone back to the great hall, which was more of a living room than anything else. The first of the women of the party to present herself was Miss Haldane. She was in full evening dress. Her noble head rose grandly from her exquisite shoulders. In her dark hair she wore a diamond coronet. Her dress, soft, shimmering stuff of white trailed behind her. (TO BE CONTINUED.) and even spiritual, but it seems to have been a happy accident, for it is in striking contrast to the other legends, which are more or less stupid and pointless—Forest and Stream. Novel Way to Raise Money. "To raise a considerable amount of money with very little trouble is to form a story chain, for a winter," says Martha Landon, in Woman's Home Companion. "A group of ten women meet at the home of one of them on an afternoon and one reads along a story, something worth listening to, like "The Toy Shop" or "The Man Without a Country" or any of the best short stories; then tea is served and perhaps there is a little music. Each person present pays an admission fee of 25 cents. In turn each of the ten guests give a similar tea at her home and the same programme is followed, and each of these guests gives a tea; when this has been done three or four times the chain comes to an end, but the treasury is filled." Fallacies About Paper Chinese rice paper, said Lord Rededale in his address before the Royal Photographic society, had no rice whatever in its composition. That curiously brittle, pure white material used for the marvelous drawings of Chinese artists was manufactured from the pith of a tree peculiar to Formosa. His lordship also stated that the first paper was never made of raw cotton. The Chinese did not use it, and history began with the making of orag paper, both in Arabia more than ten centuries ago, and also in Europe when the Crusaders, having brought the industry westward, the first paper manufactory was established in the last years of the thirteenth century—Westminster Gazette. McDonald. Pa. (By Sterling Carter) Sunday being communion day, many attended the services. The Booker T. Washington Literary society, under the leadership of W. A. Harvey, is flourishing. All the officers are working as one, and some of the best orators in Western Penn- sylvania are to be found here. Their time for meeting is every Monday every Monday evening. The Dixie quartet composed of Thomas Browning, baritons; Leona Lynch, bass; Floyd Thornton, first tenor, and Thomas Holmes; second, is making quite a hit with their latest music. Mrs. Mattie Ford of Rochester, spent Sunday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. S. J. Carter and Mr. and Mrs. T. C. Carter. The out-of-town visitors on Sunday were Miss Mamie Harris, Mr. Kemp, Daniel Spencer and Mrs. Ethel Thompson. Miss Leatte Bopcan of Fourth street, recently came from the West-Penn hospital, is feeling much better. The Eagle Juniors have organized for the season. Any first-class ball team wishing games should write to Thomas Davis, McDonald, Pa. Those on the sick list are Aaron Sheton, Mrs. Salle Bradford, Ephraim Banks and Mrs. R. N. Robinson. Mrs. R. E. Tweedy, who was called to Virginia on account of the illness of her sister, sends word back that her sister is better. Cornelius Lewis' and Frank Splres of Welfsville, O. spent Sunday visiting relatives here in McDonalds. The ladies of the First Baptist church will give free year supper soon. The date will be announced later. McKEESPORT Funeral services in memory of Mrs. Emma Duke, who passed away at 9:40 p. m. Wednesday, was held Sunday at 3 p. m. from St. Paul's A. M. E. church, of which she was a stanch member with Rev. E. R. Bazier of Pittsburgh, officiating, assisted by Rev. W. N. Young. A large number of persons attested to the esteem in which the deceased was held by their presence at the service, for during the eight years of her life in this city Mrs. Duke had become a familiar figure in her home town and had endured herself to many persons. The floral offerings were large and beautiful. Music was furnished by Paul's choir. Two sons, Edward of Buffalo, N. Y., and Robert of Louisville, were present. Mrs. W. Simmons, who has been in the hospital for some time is convalescent. Mr. I. A. Wells of Meadville, who has been a guest of Rev. Young and family for several days, departed for his home on Tuesday. Grant Rolland is confined to his home with pneumonia. B. W. Wright, Jr. of Irwin, was a guest of Jno. W. Young on Thursday. B. B. Wright, Jr., or Irwin, was a guest of Jno. W. Young on Thursday. The following out-of-town persons were recent callers at the A. M. E. parsonage: Mrs. T. H. Brown of Vanderbilt, Miss G. Saunders of Homestead, Mrs. E. B. Holley of Greenburg and Chas. Johnson of Irwin. Miss Gussie Saunders of Homestead, was a guest of Miss Helena Pryor on Sunday. The Allegheny General Baptist association held a mass meeting at the Bethlehem Baptist church, Thursday, March 14, 1912. The tople "Should Women Be Licensed to Preach," was ably discussed by Dr. J. H. Dwelle, Rev. H. G. Hoe and others. Next Sunday will be communion day and members a good time expected. Mrs. William-Smith pleasant entertained the Ladies Missionary Sewing circle at her home last Thursday afternoon from 2 to 5. A very dainty luncheon also served. Zuriel Lodge No. 3157, G. U. O. of O. F. gave a brilliant reception at Soles' hall on Locust street, last Tuesday evening, in honor of J. P. Hayden, grand master of Washington, Pa. A very interesting program was rendered in which the following persons took part: Mrs. Minnie Ferrell, Mrs. Ida J. Taylor, supervision of district No. 3, state of Pennsylvania, and Mrs. U. Hill of Pittsburgh; mandolin selections by L. Evans of Pittsburgh, and a recitation of Clara May Campbell; J. P. Hayden, G. M.; S. P. Marshall, Rev. E. Epps of Connellville, Prof. T. H. Brown of Connellville, T. J. Braxton, past district manager of Harmony lodge No. 6600 of Pittsburgh, Marcellus Bissell, Bond of Love lodge, North Side; J. C. Delpha, past grand master; Mrs. Clara B Campbell and others; J. P. Hayden was also presented with a fine engraved fountain pen by the members of his lodge, the presentation being made by the Rev. Epps. At a seasonable time the Ladies of the Household of Ruther served a delightful luncheon. Mrs. G. G. W. Simmons, master of ceremonies. SHARON, PA. (By Hazel Flemon) Rev. West preached an interesting sermon to a fair sized audience last Sunday night. Mrs. K. Mosly, R. Ford and Carl Brown of Sharon attended the funeral of their cousin, Mrs. Lancer Brown, of Lorain, Ohio. Mrs. N. J. Flannigan of Warren, O., visited her daughter, Mrs. William Danks of Ohio. Mrs. Bryant of Washington, Pa., is visiting her daughter, Mrs. A. Thomas, of Hamilton avenue. Rev. and Mrs. E. C. West visited friends in New Castle, Pa. Monday. Miss Sadie Dillard of New Lisbon, O. is visiting her brother and family, T. H. Dillard. Roy Roddy of South Sharon and Miss Sadie Parms of Hubbard, Ohio were married Wednesday at Hubbard, Mr. and Mrs. Roddy will reside in South Sharon. Mrs. E. Flemon entertained Miss Sadie Dillard of New Lisbon, Ohio and Mr. and Mrs. T. H. Dillard of South Sharon to Sunday dinner at her home on Brookfield avenue. South Sharon. From the deacon board of the First Baptist church in memory of our deceased brother, H. V. Young. He was a faithful brother, a coonsistent christian, a member of our church for four years, a member of the board for three years and it pleased the Almighty God to call him from labor to reward on the 24th day of February, 1912 at 5 o'clock p. m. His suffering was intense and we hope that he is at perfect rest and we bow in humble For old age disability, for first week of disability, at the end of each week, during period of disability, for every sickness, for all accidents, in all places, for all occupations, for partial disability, for permanet disability, for total disability, for all forms of disability, and allows Extended or Paid-up Insurance Values every third year. Distribution of surplus when grade is complete. Termination in ten, fifteen or twenty years. All guaranteed by a Pennsylvania Insurance Company, in business 41 years. :: FIRE INSURANCE :: Famous Hotel and Bath House For Sale The popular and famous Mt. Clemens Hotel and Eureka Bath House, is for sale. You can buy one-half or all interest. It is the only Hotel and Bath House combined, owned and operated by a colored man at any health or summer resorts in the United States. MANY THOUSANDS OF OUR PEOPLE have been benefitted by taking these mineral baths at this Hotel. It is a great opportunity for any person to make money on investment. The natural facilities are there and with good management it can be made the most popular resort in this Country. The Manager of this paper has visited the Hotel and recommends its purchase by any individual or Company. The Race Needs This Place For Further Particulars Write submission to him who does all things well, and trust that our lost is his gain, and may God help us to live in that way a righteousness that when the summons comes we can say come welcome death, I will gladly go with thee. We do not sorrow as those that have no hope for if in this life we have no hope we are of all men most miserable. Peace be to his ashes. James A. Christman, John H. Young, Minus Saunders, Edward Brown, Louis Thompson, James H. Vaughn, Committee of the Deacon Board. Canonsburg, Pa Canonsburg, Pa (By Lewis A. McGee) Rev. and Mrs. R. H. Morris of Pittsburg visited Mr. and Mrs. William Smith and also the parsonage on Tuesday. William Smith continues dangerously ill. Thomas Wheeler and Earl Cattlin went toochester, Pa., last Sunday to visit Mr. Wheeler's son Lee, who is suffering from a stroke of paralysis. Pier Wheeler of Payne place visited friends and relatives in Waynesburg, Pa., last Sunday and Monday. Sim Wheeler of East Palestine, O., is visiting his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Peter Wheeler. Mr. and Mrs. Ike Asbury of Washington were visiting friends here last Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Dyke of Washington were Canonsburg callers on Monday. The house social given by the stewardess board at the home of John Walls of Elm street on Tuesday evening was a complete success. A large crowd attended and a splendid program was given. Mrs. T. J. Askew of Washington was a parsonage visitor last Wednesday week. Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Batch and children of Washington were the guests of Mrs. Batch's parents, Mr. and Mrs. A. W. Griffin, last Sunday. Rapha尔 Harper of Pittsburg was the guest of his cousin, Joseph Sly, last Tuesday. Mrs. Catherine Wilson of Washington is visiting her nephew, John Walls. Joseph Sly went to Pittsburgh Saturday evening and visited friends over Sunday. Mrs. Brown of Pittburg visited Mrs Temple Rose last week. Mrs. Lydia Collins who has been very sick, is slightly improved. Mrs. Lydia Collins was suffering with throat trouble last week, but is now better. ELIZABETH. (By Elizabeth F. Scott.) Rev. C. Wheeler held his quarterly meeting at Cairston on last Sabbath. Rev. C. Addison preached an excellent sermon at 3 p. m. The afternoon services were largely attended by people from Elizabeth and West Elizabeth. The Women's Mite Missionary society will hold a mass meeting at Allen Chapel on March 31 at 3 p. m. The district lecturer, Mrs. L. V. Jones, will be present. Rev. C. Addison started his tended meeting on last Sabbath evening. Mrs. Robert Batch visited friends at Apollo last week. Simpson Batch met with a very painful accident in the mines several weeks ago when two of his fingers were cut off. At this writing his wounds are getting a long favorably. Hon. Jno. Dalzell, his son and Hon. J. Coleman, were in Elizabeth on Tuesday looking after political matters. While in our city they disdid at the restaurant of Mrs. Linnie B. Simmons on Second avenue. --- The Ladies' Aid society met at the home of Mrs. Oille Carter on Thursday evening, March 12. After a short business session a most delicious luncheon was served by the hostess. BEAVER FALLS Presiding Elder Temple held quarterly meeting at St. John's A. M. E. church. West Bridgewater, on last Sunday. He delivered a fine sermon at the afternoon services. Mr. William Howell entertained Miss Emma Howard at dinner on last Sunday. The Willing Workers' society met at the home of Mrs. Mary A. Cole, the president. Quite a number were present and spent a fine evening. After the business hour a splendid program was rendered. The hostess served an Irish supper of fish and potatoes. Mrs. Charles Jackson of Chicago, who was the guest of her mother, Mrs. James of Bridgewater, has returned to her home, accompanied by her mother. W. White of Rochester, cnaef at the Lincoln hotel, who was ill at the hospital, died on last Wednesday. He leaves a wife and two children. Mrs. Edward Baker and little son left last week for Charlotte, N. C., where they will be the guests of relatives and friends for a few weeks. Mrs. Florence Swan of Rochester attended services at St. John's church last Sunday afternoon. Plans are in progress for the grand musicale to be given in the Second Baptist church of Rochester on the evening of April 18, at which time Miss Sarah B. Writt, Pitttown's noted soprano, will sing. As this will be Miss Writt's first appearance in the valley, the manager, Charles Robinson of Beaver Falls, asks all lovers of music to be in attendance. Miss Emma H. Howard of Salem, O. who always pleases her audience, will also appear on the program. Rev. H. E. Neuman of New Brighton attended services at the A. M. E. church, Bridgewater, on last Sunday and assisted with the argument: Mrs. Emma E. lea, accompanied by Miss Lydia Williams of New Brighton, attended the dedication of the A. M. E. Zion church, Sewickley. George Prior, who has been visiting friends in New Brighton, has left for Canton, O., to make his home. Regular monthly communion services were held at the Second Baptist church, Beaver Falls, last Sunday. Rev. Ross of the Second Baptist church of Rochester, with several of his congregation, were present and helped make the meeting a success. He preached a fae sermon in the afternoon. Rev. W. M. Nelson, pastor of the church, delivered two sermons in the morning and evening. The young people are invited to attend the Bible class at six p. m. each Sunday. The trustees of the above church extend an invitation to all who will attend a Last year concert to be given by them on March 26. Mrs James Goens of Massillon, O., who was the guest of her sister, Mrs. Frank McDonald of the Hotel Wilbur, of Beaver Falls, has returned to her home. All members of the Rebecca Aldridge Club of Beaver Valley are requested to be present at the next monthly meeting to be he'd at the home of the president at 709 Sixth avenue, Beaver Falls, on the last Friday in March. Jerre Bardieu of Beaver Falls and Miss Lizzie Parker of Stoops Perry were invited in marriage on last Tuesday. Mr. Bardieu is well known in the valley. He and his bride have the hearty wishes of their friends that they may enjoy a long and happy life of wedded bliss. --- 1209 Wylie Avenue, Pittsburgh Subscription in advance, yearlyE$1.50 Six months .1.00 Three months .50 Single copy .05 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. 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Hillsville, Virginia, had its name written upon the map in red letters last week when the lynchers opened fire in open court and killed judge, lawyer and jury alike in a strictly mob-like manner, and the lynchers are still at large. This is the second time shooting has been committed in open court. Not long ago the mob of white outlaws shot and killed a Negro, who was being tried according to law, just because his case seemed to be consuming more time than the mob thought proper. That was the entering wedge. It required a Negro's case to start the spirit, and the Hillsville mob took up the example, and with plans evidently prearranged in anticipation of an adverse verdict literally shot the court to pieces. This is the reward of lynch law. This is the ultimate result which has been working itself out ever since the first Negro was lynched and giring to a Southern tree limb. Nothing was done to kill the practice in its infancy; and it has grown and developed, with the Negro as the target, until now it is able to cope with the courts and its officers, defying justice, law and order. Ninety per cent of the lynchings perpetrated upon the bodies of the black men who have died on the limb and in the fire were just as justifiable as this shooting in stillville. They have sowed to the winds, and now the harvest is the whirlwind, the most natural sequence. But what will be done? All of these men were of Virginia blood. All men concerned were citizens (?) of Virginia. It was a Virginia Court of justice in which a verdict has been rendered by the peers of the defendant. The solution of the whole situation is at hand; the malady has reached the white man, and something will be done, and that soon. God's way is high above our ways. He is it who brings all things to pass, even the abolition of lynch law. JUVENILE COURT. Perhaps it is safe to say that there are few of our people in the city or county who do not know that there is such an institution as the Juvenile Court. Yet, it is alarming how little our people know of the actual workings of that Court. From week to week our children are being brought before the Court charged with one crime or another, and disposed of in one fashion or another. Our only representative at the Court is utterly powerless to cope with all the situations arising at the Court, and for this reason many of our children are disposed of without her knowledge of the particular case. Her work covers such a broad territory and the conditions met are so perplexing in character that she can not be expected to follow in detail every case brought into Court. seeing for themselves what becomes of the white children who are brought to Juvenile Court. Their presence has its effect; their interest manifested in this or that child works a blessing for the child in most instances. This is an excellent opportunity for our public spirited women and even men to do something for the unfortunate Negro children who are brought before the Court with no one interested in their deity, save the wreched parents from whom they have been taken. We hope some of our good women will pay an occasion al visit to the Court, held every Saturday morning, and get at first hand a knowledge of the crying need of our unfortunate children. NEGRO CHURCH ADMITTED. By a unanimous vote the Council of the Reformed Churches of America upheld the Presbyterian system and adopted a report of the committee urging the admission of the Colored Cumberland Church to membership of the Council. The newly elected member has churches in Tenenssee, Kentucky, Texas and Alabama. The delegates admitted are: Rev. J. M. W. De Shong, of Fayette, Tenn., Rev. R. H. Goodlee of Pratt City, Ala., Elder Wm. Wolfe of Bowling Green, Ky. This is an evidence of a Christianity so devoutly hoped for by the Christians of America. Let other churches take notice; there is room for all. LOCAL NEWS Arthur Ray of Salem, Va., a graduate of Tuskegee Institute came to the city recently and secured employment with the Alegheny County Light Company as night electrician. Dr. Porter has left the Porter pharmacy and a white pharmacist had to be gotten to fill his place. What now of our Pittsburgh boys and their cry of "No Opportunities?" Edward Bolden, the up-to-the-minute colored contractor and teamster of Watt street, is the proud possessor of two huge motor trucks. The ideal spring weather of last Sunday reminds many ladies that the time has come to Easter hat. When thinking of Hats, always think of Mrs. Hill. Her neat little store is located in Center avenue, near Soho street, and she has the hat you want. Card of Thanks We wish to thank our many friends and neighbors and especially his friends of the Seventh Avenue hotel for their liberal contribution and floral offering. The kindness and sympathy was greatly appreciated by every one during the illness and death of husband and father, Patrick Henry Robinson. Respectfully, Mrs. Henry Robinson and family. Miss Kizzie White, who was called to Cadiz, O., by the illness of her sister, Miss Alma White, returned home just Friday. The Woman's Mite Missionary society of Brown's Chapel church, meet at the residence of Mrs. George Reed, rear 1523 Arch street, North Side, Friday afternoon, March S. Quite an interesting meeting was held at this time with an attendance of 27. Among those present was the president of the Pittsburgh Conference Branch, Mrs. Tanner Temple, our lectures of the Pittsburgh district, Mrs. L. V. Jones and Mrs. Ela Brooks of Washington, Pa. Mrs. L. V. Jones gave us a short lecture and encouraged us in our work. At the close of the meeting the hostess served a very elaborate repast. Beautiful ribbons of variegated hues and stylish spring hats are very much in evidence at the Spring Millinery Showing now on at Mrs. Bessie Hill's hatchshop in Center avenue, near Soho. Painter and decorator have sent decided attraction to the bright little store. You should visit the Hill Millinery before deciding where to buy that Easter bonnet. Cards for admission to the Saturday evening dance at Washington Park have been issued and those holding same are notified that the first of the two-weekly series will be held on Saturday evening, March 16. Teachers will be present to give instruction in various esthetic dances. These dances are free, but introduction cards for them must be secured from those now holding admission cards. Miss Mary Scott of Monongahela City, was circulating among friends here on Sunday. "Sixth and Seventh Books of Moses," "Albertus Magnus," "Long Lost Friend" at Mount's Old Book Shonne, 626 Penn avenue. At the Seventh annual fair of Trinity Congregational church. Center avenue, during week of March 25, there will be on sale and exhibition, the work of a real colored artist, in the person of Mrs. Carrie Bowman Smith. Mrs. Smith was born in Steubenville, O., and is the daughter of the late Champion and Mrs. Katherine Bowman of that place. She received her education at Heidelburg college. Tiffin, O., and has taken a special course in water coloring in this city. Her work in oil has been highly praised by connoisseurs of art and quite a few Pittsburgers are proud owners of her paintings. Rev. Patterson, pastor of the A. M. E. Zion church in Mt. Pleasant, Pa., was called to the North Side by the death of his mother. Mrs. Lulu Barrett and Miss Jesse Jones were visiting Mrs. J. S. Sutherland of Vandergrift, Pa., last week. G. L. Gray of Donora, was a recent business visitor here. Mrs. Henrietta Priest and Henry Knox of Doneta, Pa. were in the city on Sunday visiting Mrs. Priests' husband, who is sick at the Mercy hospital. Mr. Williams of Monongahela City was a caller in the city last Saturday and Sunday. Mrs. M. Wood, son and daughter. Mrs. Tutt, are in Williamsport at the beside of Miss Bessie Wood, who is very ill. Clinton Skinner, one of the most aristocratic young men of Washington. Pa. has located in our city temporarily. He has produced a pleasing impression upon all with whom he has come in contact. Little Maryann, daughter of Harry A. Hail, although quite ill after undergoing an operation last week at the Mercy hospital, having her tonsils and adenoids removed, is rapidly recovering. She is again able to be up and home. Mrs. Dandridge of Harrisburg, is the guest this week of Mrs. Laura Stidum of Brushton avenue. Miss Alma Lightfoot of Wheeling, W. Va., is the house guest of Mr. and Mrs. Rueben Frazier of Collins avenue, East End. Miss Helen L. Batch. Monongahela City, representative of the Courier, accompanied by her sister, Mrs. Alane D. Viverett, were business callers in Pittsburgh last Thursday. Miss Katie Cunningham, Union-town, was the house guest of Mrs. Sal- Dr. Frank F. Bishop Surgeon Dentist GAS ADMINISTERED Porcelain Crown and Bridge Work a Specialty DR. BISHOP'S MOUTH AND TOQTH WASH hardens the gums, purifies the mouth and assists in arresting the progress of decay. BELL RHONE 2251-R GRANT. Office Hours—Dally—9 a. m. to 2 p. m.; 5:30 p. m. to 9 p. m. Sunday; 2 p. m. to 4 p. m. 2170 CENTER AVENUE Pittsburg, Pa. Jie Hailey over Sunday. Mrs. C. W. Posey and Mrs. John Lovett left on Tuesday for Washington, D. C., to attend the Methodist conference. Captain Posey joined his wife on Thursday. On account of death in the family, Dr. S. Outlaw Cherry has left the city for Augusta, Ga., to be present at the funeral of his father. The doctor expects to return by April 1. Grace Memorial Prosbyterian church in Arthur street, has a committee busy at work preparing a fine program for Easter Sunday. Miss West of this city, was a Sunday visitor in Elizabeth, Pa. Don't forget to buy your ice cream at Singes. You might secure one of those gold bricks with a 5 or 10 dollar gold piece. See ad in this paper. See Frazier-Brown Realty Company, for Fire Insurance on you house and household goods. Call in and get a rent list. 6321 Penn avenue, East End, 5927 Hiland. Carl Brock of this city, attended the funeral services of his aunt. Miss Newsome, which recently took place in Zanesville, O. A large leather purse was lost at the Monticello-Howard game at Washington park gymnasium last Friday night. Finder will please return to M. Le Favor, superintendent of the Washington park field house. If you have any news for our local column, don't be backward about sending it to us if you want your friends to know about it. Everybody is reading the Courier now. If you don't believe it, make some inquiry. Mrs. Robinson was the guest of Mrs. H. Whittle of Butler, Pa., last Thursday. F. R. Stewart is gaining ground every day in the Fifth ward in his run for the Legislature. Miss Alice Neale will take pupils on form classes for teaching manicuring, scalp treatment and facial and body massage. Mrs. Neale is fully competent to do this work, successfully, being a student of a midwife of Dr Parker's hospital in York, She will be among the first women to introduce this work here. For rates consult Mrs. Alice Neale, 2719 Webster avenue. Mrs. Webster of this city, had as her guest on last night, Mrs. the Garden of Greenburg. If you are looking for a bargain in house in Bellevue, read ad in this paper. Wray Banks, Clinton Skinner and Ulysses Walters of this city, members of the Pearl Orchestra, were in Washington on Monday evening to play for the St. Patrick's Day dance at Odd Fellows hall. Frederick Tanner and Howard Lamb were Washington, Pa., callers on Sunday. Rev. and Mrs. R. H. Morris of the North Side, were Little Washington visitors on last Tuesday afternoon. Mrs. Ida Boyd visited Mrs. T. H. Tanner of Gibson avenue, Washington, Pa. Be in business. The Thomas T. Jackson Agency, 806 Wylie avenue, wants agents throughout the state. Camp 38, Sons of Veterans, are preparing for the finest social affair of the season that will be given next month at the Odd Fellows hall, North Side. See that you get an invitation for the Fifth Regiment Company G. S. of V. R., and will certainly see a sweet banquet. For invitation see the committee. If you have any news for the local column drop us a card or call up 1301-F, P. & A. or Hilla, 699, W, Bell phone. Ho! for Duquesne Garden. When? When? When? Friday, March 22, 1912, afternoon and evening, an industrial exhibition of crafts and arts. WANTED — Good reliable young men or women to take up a sick, accident and death benefit agency. A good opportunity for an energetic hustling individual. The Laborer's Aid Union is one of the best sick and accident societies in the city. A rare opportunity for reliable energetic young workers. Apply Room 7. Smith Building, SCS Wythe Avenue, Cit Intense interest continues in the billiard tournament now in progress at Loendi club. The next issue will contain the score. The following trustee board of Brown Chapel A. M. E. church was elected last Wednesday night: Thomas M. Moore, Mason Washington, Joseph Washington, James H. Page, G. F. Silas, Lee Hendrieks, Charles Swaney, J. T. Dorkins, Joseph Crunnelton, Jr. The meeting of the Homewood Social and Literary club was held at the residence of Cora L. and Hattie Ross, 711 Susquehanna street, Friday evening, March 15. At paper was read by Jas. H. Tley, after which a dainty lunch was served by Misses Ross. The club will be entertained socially by Jas. H. Tley, Friday, March 22, at the residence of Mrs. Phillips. Programs of over three or four numbers cannot be published free. Send money with them. Long writings of receptions or obituaries must be paid for. Mr. and Mrs. A. B. Rice were recently visited by the stock and presented with a bouncing, baby boy. Mother and baby doing nice', while the father is engaged responding to congratulations. Sir A. J. Lewis, temporary chairman of the Past Chancellor's council, has issued a call to all past chancellors to meet at Sir Neill's place of business on Fullerton street, on the 26th of the month, looking to a permanent organization. "True Religion" was the subject of the address of A. A. Humphrey, physical director of the Y. M. C. A. on the program given under the auspices of THE COURIER the B. Y. P. U. at Ebenezer Baptist church last Sunday evening. Mr. Lockwood's talk at the same meeting was on "Success." Mr. Lockwood is associated with the Men and Religion Forward Movement. Both speeches proved very profitable to the hearers. H. D. Gaunt, secretary of the Boy's Branch of Y. M. C. A., North Side, lectured interestingly on "Africa," at Calvary Baptist church last Sunday evening. See Frazier & Brown's Employment Bureau to secure a position. Mae and female help supplied. Frazier & Brown, 6231 Penn avenue. Bell phone 5927 Highland. Harry Lovette of Carnegie, is expecting to leave for the east soon after an extended stay in California and New Mexico. Mrs. Henry P. Payne, accompanied by her little son, Henry Jr., of Washington, D. C., where she will remain over the Easter holidays as the guest of Miss Ermine F. Shimm, thence will proceed on a trip South Virginia mother and sister and other friends in South Carolina, before returning OBITUARY Jacob Bremen, aged 39 years, died at his home in 51 Fulton street, and the body was shipped to Martinsburg, W. V., for interment. The late Mr. Bremen was a member of Hannibal Lodge No. 33, K. of P. Mrs. Emma Lee. Mrs. Emma Lee of 1319 Bingham street, South Side, died at the Mercy hospital on Monday, March 13. Interment was made in Allegheny cemetery. William Braxton. William Braxton of 40 Lafferty avenue, died at his home on Thursday, March 14, 1912. Funeral services were held on Sunday, March 17, at 8 p. m., interment being made in Sawickley cemetery. Jas. Delphy. Jas. Delphy died at the Mercy hospital on Monday, March 18. at 6 p.m. Funeral services were held from his late residence on last Thursday at 2 p.m., and interment was made in Allegheny cemetery. Y. M. C. A. NOTES About seventy men heard the excellent address by Rev. C. H. Trusty, pastor of Grace Presbyterian church, at the branch building last Sunday, "Samson and Dellah," was the subject of the address. This Sunday at 4 p. m., Alex L. Esplin, one of the secretaries at the Boy's Branch, will speak from the subject, "Joseph's Life." Allen Lee will be violin accompanist for the meeting. Arrangements are under way by the membership committee for the membership banquet in honor of the one hundred and five new members secured during the recent campaign. BELTZHOOVER NOTES. (By Lila Lefridge.) Don't forget the leap year party given by the Willing Workers, March 28, is the date. There will be plenty of good music. Admission 25 cents. Everybody is welcome. The social given by the Ladies' Aid society of St. Paul church at the residence of Mrs. James Jones of Sylvania street, was a success both socially and finically. The ladies wish to thank their friends for their patronage. The attendance at St. Paul church is increasing, drawn by the sermons which are beautifully illustrated and by Rev. Wilson. St. Paul's Sunday school is preparing its Easter exercises under the direction of Mrs. Bessie Robison, assisted by Mrs. Esther Monroe, pianist and Miss Lila Leffridge. Rehearsals every Tuesday and Thursday afternoon. The home of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Monroe of Michigan avenue, was the scene of much merriment last Wednesday evening in honor of the thirteenth birthday of their daughter, Miss Mary. The evening was happily spent in music and games, after which Mr. and Mrs. Monroe led their young guests to a table laden down with delicacies of the season which delighted all. Miss Monroe was the recipient of many beautiful presents. Hampton Herbert has returned to the home of his parents, Ms. and Mrs. H. Herbert of Michigan avenue, after an absence of three years spent in different points of the South. We are all delighted to have Mr. Herbert in our midst again. Mrs. Maggie Robinson of the North Side, was the guest 'nast Friday evening of Mrs. Hattie Berry and Mrs. Bessie Robison of Chalfont street. Mrs. Alice Neale and daughters were Sunday guests of Mrs. Leffridge of Freeland street. Mrs. B. Ellison of Estelia street, is home after an extended visit to her parents in New Orleans, La. Mrs. Charles Waldron, formerly of Sylvania street, who is now living at New Brighton, was circulating among her friends on the Hill Top on Sunday. Miss Julia Eam, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Elam of Chalfont street, is home again after being in the hospital undergoing a slight operation. Miss Dottie Marshall, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Marshall of Industry street, who has been on the sick list, is able to be out again. Obituary William J. Braxton died at his late residence, 40 Lafferty avenue. Thursday night at 11:45. Mr. Braxton, who was an old and trusted empolyte of Oliver McClintic Company, was well liked and respected in the community in which he lived, and was an old member of Avery Mission church. Funeral services were held on Sunday evening. Rev. Madden officiating. Interment on Monday morning in the Sewickley cemetery. Mr. Braxton leaves to mourn his loss his widow. Mrs. Mary M. Braxton and a host of relatives and sorrowing friends. BELLEVUE BELLEVUE (By Marie Thornell.) Mrs. Frances Went, aged 87 years, of 17 Walnut street. Belevue died on Monday morning at the Suburban hospital at 8:15 a. m. Her funeral took place at Mt. Zion Baptist church on Wednesday, March 13, 1912. The services were conducted by Rev. R. C. Fox. Mrs. Wynt was the mother of 24 children, seventeen dead and sixen living. Mrs. Wilson of Mt. Washington, spent a few days with her brother, Rev. W. W. Boone of Bellevue, Mr. and Mrs. Alex. Bennett of Pittsburgh, visited friends in Bellevue last Sunday afternoon. Prof. James Anderson, Mr. and Mrs. John Cook and also Mrs. Elizabeth Thorne'. Mr. and Mrs. John Cook entertained Mr. and Mrs. E. M. Thompson at dinner on last Sabbath afternoon. William Finch of Roseridge avenue, visited Mr. and Mrs. Chin Jackson of Wellsville, O., a few days last week. HOMESTEAD HOMESTEAD (By Blanche Dooley.) Miss Mabel Cundiff was a caller on the Misses Mabel and Mary Ellen Cardwell on Sunday afternoon. Mrs. Scott and Mrs. Palmer were callers on Mrs. Saunders on Thursday evening. Henry Saunders of Homestead. was a caller on Miss Helen Pryor of McKeesport on Sunday. Miss Mabel Cardwell is on the sick list. Mrs. Robinson was a caller on Mrs. Saunders on Monday evening. The Misses Margaret and Mertle Reynolds and Beatrice Walker and Thomas Brown, Randolph Burwell and Isaac Robinson were callers on Miss Blanche Dooley on Monday evening. Mr. Dooley was a caller in Dravosburg on Monday evening. BRADDOCK, PA. BRADDOCK, PA. (Mrs. Mary C. Hamilton.) Bell Phone 201-R., P. and A. Phone 895-1. Rev. J. E. Morris was called to East End, Pittsburgh, Pa., to baptize the little child of W. Woodyard the latter part of last week. Dr. Samuel Howard, Mrs. Minnie Jackson and Mrs. Mary Jones, all of Sixth street, have returned from Virginia, where they were to the bedside of their father. They report their father much better and able to be about in his room. Rev. Mrs. Matilda Robinson of Wilkinsburg filled the Corey Avenue A. M. E. church pulpit last Sunday morning and Rev. John Dandridge in the evening. The usher board ozd the Corey Avenue A. M. E. church is called to meet in the lecture room of the church next Sunday evening. The usher board of the Corey Avenue A. M. E. church will give a concert and an oration contest April 1. 1912, for the benefit of the church. The Ladies' Aid met at the residence of Mrs. Prisie on Roy street on Friday of last week and a very pleasant business session was enjoyed. Mrs. Amelia Towns of Sixth Street has returned from Fayette City, Pa. at which place she was engaged as head cook in one of the leading hotels of the place. Mrs. Nellie Clay has rheumatism. RANKIN, PA RANKIN, PA Mr. and Mrs. M. Burton of 38 Fifth avenue spent Sunday, March 10, in Charleroi, Pa. Mrs. Steward entertained Mrs. Emma Morris, Miss Irene O. Morris of Corey avenue and Miss. Bertha Mashaw of East Sixth street at six o'clock dinner last Sunday. Rev. J. E. Morris was called to baptize an infant child which died a few hours later and was buried in the Monongahela cemetery, Braddock, Pa. MONESSEN, PA. MONESSEN, PA. (By Julius Smith.) Mrs. George Lewis of Moneessen, has returned from Winston, N. C., from a visit to her mother. For four weeks she had a joyful time. Harry Logan was visiting at the home of Arthur Rideout in Charerol on last Sunday. Mrs. Taylor is on the sick list. Miss Lillian Odd of Twelfth street, was visiting at the home of her sister. Mrs. Belle Wharton on Sunday. ter, Mrs. Belle Warner Clare Robinson was visiting at the home of Mrs. J. E. Mansfield on Sunday past. Miss Mary Williams and Miss Victoria Williams of Charleroi, were visiting at the home of Miss Ether Johnson on Sunday. Miss Ollie West and Miss Jesse West and Miss Kate West of Charleroi, were visiting in town on Sunday. Men's Day in the A. M. E. church on Sunday, May 12, one hundred and fifty dollars is the sum they are working to raise at that time. Norman Ormes was in Pittsburgh on business during the past week. Rev. T. J. Johnson, Deacon Peerman, Mrs. C. Franklin, Mrs. T. Jackson, Mrs. O. Cheatman and Harry Penn attended communion service at the Monongahela Baptist church on Sunday. Mt. Olive Baptist church has organized a choir with Mrs. S. C. Wiley as director. The Mt. Olive Baptist church was well attended on Sunday. Rev. T. J. Johnson preached a wonderful sermon at 11 a.m. The B. Y. P. U. meets at 6:30 p.m. every Sunday. Harry Penn is president. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Jackson were in Vanvoce, Pa., on Sunday, visiting Mrs. Jackson's sister, Mrs. C. Crawford. R. S. Poyne was in Pittsburgh on Saturday on business. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Jones called on Mr. and Mrs. Frye on Sunday evening. SCRANTON. PA (By, Frederick Smith.) The services at Bethel. A. M. E. church were conducted under the auspices of the Young Women's industrial association. They acquired themselves well. Special sermons were preached morning and evening by the pastor. Rev. G. T. Smith, B. D. The young ladies who had full charge took up for the entire day $63.50. Mrs. G. W. Burbin is certainly accomplishing wonders as matron of the Young Woman's Industrial association. Rev. G. T. Smith, with his congregation, will attend quarterly meeting at Pittsburgh, March 24. He will preach THE FEDERAL RESERVE OF MONEY IN THE FEDERAL RESERVE OF MONEY IN THE FEDERAL RESERVE OF MONEY at 3 p. m. and officiate at the administration of the Lord's supper. The concert given by Thirteen club on last Thursday was a howling success. They cleared $26. Alexander Patterson was the efficient head of this club and is deserving of great praise for his work. The box social and concert being arranged for by the Stewadesses headed by Mrs. C. Scott, is looked forward to with blowing anticipation by all the members and friends of Bethel. It will be held on March 28. The Thompson orchestra rendered a high class musical program at Bethel hall on March 8, which was a marked success. The third quarterly meeting will be held at Bethel on Sunday, March 31. Rev. T. J. Askew, D. D., P. E., will be present all day. Rev. H. L. Hughes of Pittston, will preach at 3 o'clock on that date and a great day is looked for. Great preparations are being made for Easter. Mrs. Pearl J. Smith is at the head of the musicale committee and Mrs. Morton Crump Plater and others are looking after the training of the Sunday school in the literary part of the program. Miss Aura Darsey still remains on the sick list with no improvement. Miss Mary Harris of Waverly, spent Sunday in the city and attended divine services at Bethel. The officials of Independent Order of True Reformers are preparing to send out an organizer to organize new lodges. The Masons of Oriental lodge will hold their annual banquet at Bethel hall on March 22. LEWISTOWN (By Miss Elizabeth Jenkins.) Since Rev. L. H. Wright has been assigned to Lewistown charge, the work has moved on marvelously. The scattered fragments of the old ship have been brought together and we can say "All is well." The cottage prayer meetings have been a great spiritual unfit, and six souls have been added to the church. Rev. Wright has worked hard and successfully and the people of Lewistown are in harmony in all his dealings. The building goes up spiritually and financially, because the people have a mind to work. Mrs. Malle Boone, who has been confined to the hospital from a second stroke of paralysis, is improving. Mrs. Emer Lyons has returned from the hospital much improved. Mr. Gibbons is out from the hospital much improved. Jeremiah Jones was stricken a few days ago with vertigo. He has improved after two weeks of doctor's care. Miss Mae Nallor, who was suffering with tonsillitis, is out again. Misses Lucy Smith and Minnie Powell, who underwent operations for appendicitis are out and improving nicely. Mrs. A. Moulten left last Tuesday for a short stay at Huntingdon. Jay Wallace, who married recently, Mrs. Zelia Porter, has taken up his abode on West Third street. Mother Dorsey, Adams continue to be feeble. Mrs. Mary Jane Stoner was elected delegate to the district conference which convenes at Williamsport April 16, 17 and 18. Rev. Wright preached an able sermon to Excelsior lodge of this city, in honor of Peter Ogden's day. It seemingly met their approval and the effect was felt. John Rhoads still is setting the mark as the ideal progressive and successful man of the race. Gentleman, do likewise. The Ladies' Aid, Mrs. E. E. Rusei, president, Miss E. Jenkins, secretary, are moving things by work not words and success is their fruits. The chicken and waffle supper was a financial success. We are pleased to see the Courier in Lew.stown. All progressive Negroes won't let the Courier pass by. We have no candidate for general conference, but we have for heaven and immortal glory. Mother Jane Brown, the old war horse, pilgrim and saint, the sister of John Palmer and the late Herbert Palmer of our ministry, is a power in the church. O. for more of such. She believes in the old time religion. Mrs. Zella May Wallace took a flying visit to Pittsburgh and has returned. Desirable Houses FOR Desirable Tenants Nicely furnished rooms for respectable men. Centrally located, 1012 Wylie avenue. Rates reasonable. Old established house. Mrs. Ada Palmer Proprietress. 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FOR SALE $15.00 per month will buy new, modern, four room house, for 25x110, nearly street car. No cash needed. See owner, 369 Forest avenue, Bellevue, Wa. Rooming House Centrally located and doing a good business. Well furnished. Best of reasons for selling at great sacrifice. Inquire at once. 1012 Wylle avenue. FOR RENT Desirable Rooms, Apartments and Dwellings, For DESIRABLE COLORED TENANTS GET OUR BIG LIST. OR SEND US A LETTER TELLING US WHAT YOU WANT SNAMAN REALTY COMPANY 1004 FIFTH AVENUE. IF YOU HAVE anything to Rent, call at the Largest Real Estate Office in the hill district. We guarantee satisfaction. Guarantee Real Estate Co. 1822 Center Avenue. "Out of morality." Little Harold, aged five, helped his grandfather has summer setting out fruit trees, then was telling his father that he was on the other night. Thinking to improve the opportunity of pointing a moral, father asked: "Who made the trees, son?" "Who made the trees, son?" The kid thought for a moment, then his face lit up with a knowing smile. "I guess God made the trees, he said. "But grandpa stood 'em up."—Kilwynne Free Press. NOW IS THE TIME To order your spring and summer garments. We have a well selected lot of over the patterns and designs to show you, each one is guaranteed all week, but the prices are very reasonable. We make the NIFTY and SWAGGER clothes for the fastidious and we also cater to the more CONSERVATIVE DRESSERS. If you want anything in the line of tailoring, done by an experienced workman, time tried and proven, call or see. Walter W. Hendrickson LADIES AND MENS TAILOR Phone 2891-J Schenley 2815 Wylie Ave. Cor. Holibee St. SATURDAY, MARCH 28, 1911 (EDITED BY ELIZABETH JONES.) Seventy-Sixth Birthday. Mrs. M. Robinson Manley of Finley street, was entertained on Friday evening, by daughter, Mrs. Kate R. Malone, with a surprise party, the occasion being Mrs. Manley's seventy-sixth birthday. She was the recipient of many handsome and valuable presents. Mrs. Daisy Toler of Perry street, her step-daughter, gave a dinder on Sunday following in honor, also, of her birthday. Covers were laid for ten. Color scheme was white and purple. Informal Reception Mrs. Laura Stridum received informally on Sunday afternoon and evening for her house guest, Mrs. Dandridge of Harrisburg, who is the recipient of much soda: attention here this week. Birthday Dinner A birthday reunion was given by Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Wylie, Woods Run avenue, North Side, in honor of her mother, Mrs. Mary Woodson Maguire, on March 17. All the sisters were present. The dinner was served in eight courses. The dining room and tables were beautifully decorated with white carvations. Mrs. Maguire received some beautiful presents from her sisters. Mercedes Club. A unique feature of the Easter reception given by the Mercedes club, Tuesday evening, April 9, at Union Labor temple, will be a photo taken of the assembly which will be sent to each patron. Beatty's orchestra will furnish delightful music and the committee including James Brown, Raymond Jones, Geo. Cole, Jr., Wm. Lovett, Edw. Crawford, Hollie Reed, L. Cooper and W. E. Gordon, will look after the program. Miss Lessie Sockwell and Mrs. Julia McGraw of Trenton avenue, Wilkinsburg, entertained a few of their friends on Monday evening. Among them were D. Scrogans, Miss L. Jones, Miss N. Mitchell o, East End, J. Salone of Braddock, Miss S. Harris of Wilkinsburg, F. Bailley of New Castle, J. B. McGraw of Wilkinsburg. Entertain Whist Club. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Pride of Wand less street, were host and hostess to an enjoyable evening given by them to the Whist club last Wednesday. A daintly appointed luncheon was served during the evening. Cards were the main feature of the evening. The Vestal Virgins Drill and Musicate. The entertainment given by the Adult Bible class at Bethel church on Thursday, March 14, was all that it promised to be. The drill, lead by Mrs. James Page, was especially good. Dr. James A. Page is a leader of splendid ability and what is more "is the part." The Blue Ribbon quartet rendered selections which were well received. The orchestra was also a pleasant feature of the evening's amusement. Miss Sara Writt, who was to have appeared, was ill at the time and it was quite a disappointment to her many admirers present. Thomas Brown was the director and worked earnestly to make a success of the affair, also Mrs. James Page and Herman Socks. Mandrelle Girls The Monticello Girls entertained the Chevalliers and some other friends at the home of Miss Josephine Rickmond, Monticello street. She received many beautiful presents from her guests and wishes to extend her thanks to her friends for remembering her on her birthday. The main event of the evening was the program by Montice.lo Girls. Ealighter Watson, president of the Monticello girls, started the program by addressing the Chevalliers; Miss Josephine Rickmond, piano solo; Ethel Truman, secretary of the Monticello girls; recitation; Ester Gilbert, piano solo; Ealighter Watson, and Helen Garner; dialogue; Olive Clark, piano solo; Grace Jackson, club paper, which was the feature of the program; remarks by C. W. Posey, Jr., president of the Chevalliers, were very interesting and also H. E. Rickmond thanked the Monticello Girls for their donation towards the Howard Basketball game and also for their cheers which helped to bring the Montice lo team victory over the Howard University. The souvenirs for the evening were green shamrocks with green and white pipes for the boys and green shamrocks with green hats for the girls. Howard and Miss Ella Rickmond served the luncheon. The next meeting will be at Miss Ester Gilbert's residence, 213 Coltart square. Party for Miss Lightfoot. Mr. Rueben Frazier of Collins avenue, gave a large party in honor of their house guest. Miss Alma Lightfoot of Wheeling, on Tuesday evening. Whist, music and daring were indulged in. Miss Lightfoot and Dr. Wm. E. Frank in sang two beautiful selections. About thirty-five guests were served with a seasonable lunch. A Birthday Party. Miss Ruby C. Forbush of Marchand street, was given a birthday surprise by twenty of her friends on Monday evening. The room was beautifully decorated. The color scheme was pink and green. At 10 o'clock a dainty luncheon was served. Those Busy Philomaths. Tom—Did you hear about that new college play the Phiomaths are going to give? Mary: What play? Terry —Oh, it's a dandy. The prettiest girls in town will be ushers, too. Tell you the name of it next week. One of the arrest halls in Greater Pittsburgh has been secured for the performance which takes place on April 26. A capacity house is expected, the play will be for the benefit of the building fund of St. Augustine's Episcopal Mission. Rev. Scott Wood, rector. Oh, you Philos! Women's Clubs Tuesday Evening Study Club. The Tuesday Evening Study club of the Wylie Avenue Branch of Carnegie Library, will hold its anniversary on Tuesday evening, March 26. The Idlewild Social club met at the residence of Mrs. I. A. Stewart on Wednesday afternoon. After the regular business lunch was served by the hostess, with pink and white decorations. Covers were laid for ten. Those present were: Mrs. I. O. Stewart, Mrs. M. D. Boyd, Miss E. G. Viney, Mrs. C. C. Taylor, Mrs. Jos. Harris, Mrs. S. W. Johnson, Mrs. Edw. Booker, Mrs. L. M. Googings. The next meeting will be at the residence of Mrs. Carrie Green, No. 412 Kirkpatrick street. So-Re-Lit The social meeting, in which the ladies engage in fancy work, was held at Mrs. Geo. Elliot's home in Center avenue, on Tuesday afternoon. Quite a little business was discussed during the afternoon. The hostess served a delicious luncheon. Charity Club Meeting. At the residence of Mrs. Wm. Stanton on Thursday, Miss Ada Shaw and Mrs. Patterson were on the speakers on "Woman's Suffrage. Miss Shaw's talk brought out quite a discussion during which it was shown that this was not a new idea, womau's suffrage. In proof of this, Mrs. Emma Richards read a selection from Frederick Dougas which included the expression "I know no race problems, it is a human problem." Quite a number of ladies spoke, including the president, Mrs. Eddle Johnson, Mrs. Wm. Stanton, Mrs. Rebecca Aldridge and Mrs. A. T. Hall, who raised quite an important and interesting point in the question "What will suffrage mean to us as a race?" What will it mean to the women in "the good o'd Keystone state?" What will it mean to their less fortunate sisters in the Southland? The regular meeting of the club was held on Thursday afternoon at the residence of Mrs. Emma Richards of Suquehanna street. Modern Dianas. The Modern Dianas were entertained by Miss Ila Alma Allen at her home in Hamilton avenue, on Saturday, March 16. The club had an exquisite musical program. The home was beautifully decorated, cut flowers being used. A St. Patrick's day souvenir was given each guest. Those present were Misses Elsie Reed, Marguerite Veaf, Pearl Spurlock, Emma Reed, Marian Nicholas, Esther Gilbert, Oral R'ibeau. Gladys Tibbs, James K. Lewis, Harry Washington, Butler and Clifford Allen. A dainty lunchoon was served by the hostess' mother, Mrs. Homer Allen. HAD NOTHING MORE TO SAY How the Lady's Complaints Were Silenced by the Fluent Dairy Wagon Driver. Fault-finding may be met in any one of several ways. The method employed by the dairymen of whom the Rehoboth Herald tells would not serve with some people; but apparently it served with the Lady at No. 75. He had been told on starting out on the route that No. 75 was inclined to find fault, but that she was a good customer, and he was on no account to be rude to her. "Those eggs you left here yesterday were stale!" grunted Mrs. 75, on the dairyman's second visit. "Those eggs." responded the dalryman, blandly, "was laid half an hour before you had 'em, by special quick-laying birds imported' from the Mooly Yompas isles, ma'am, and they came down to this very house by marconi-gram, so you should, have 'em fresh. A bit of twangy flavor they may have, but you can rest assured, ma'am, they weren't stale." Mrs. 75 gasped. "Well, the milk didn't seem as good as usual yesterday, either," she pursued. "Well, the boss will be cut up when he hears that!" continued the dairy man. "He sent down to Alderney a purpose for a cow that eats nothing but peaches and pineapples. 'Never mind the expense,' seize. 'This cow we shall keep a purpose for the lady at 73, and mind it sleeps on a feather bed at night,' he sez, 'and don't forget the elder-down quilt and the bed socks.' Was there anything wrong with the butter, ma'am?" But Mrs. 75 shook her head, speechless—'Youth's Companion. decollete. Mrs. X—I despise that women; she ries to make a cloak of religion. Mrs. I—and she hasn't enough of it to make her a decent bathing suit. "Then," he cried tragically, "then you reject me? And for my hated rival." "Yep," she answered, coldly, but colouquially, "Yep to both questions." "Ha! Then I owe the fellow a grudge. I have long owed him $10, and now I will pay both debts at once and he will fall dead!" Lighting his cigarette at the hall gas at, he departed with a mocking laugh, but the beautiful girl was not alarmed. She knew he could never carry out his devilish scheme. For she knew that he never had $10 at once in his whole life. DENTIST IS NOW LOCATED AT 6258 FRANKSTOWN AVE., E. E. 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See Marshall Anderson All kinds of seasonable flowers. Cheapest and best in city. We send flowers to all parts of the country. NOW IS THE TIME TO ORDER. New York Cut Flower Co. 1737 FIFTH AVENUE Opposite High School. Bell Phone 724 Grant. P. & A. 593 Main. TAXI CAB SERVICE. Bell Phone 3397. OPEN THROUGHOUT THE YEAR. The Marcelle (The Home of Pittsburghers.) New first-class house. Large rooms by day or week. All modern improvements. Hot and cold running water in all rooms. S. W. THOMAS, Prop. 25 N. Indiana Ave., Atlantic City, N. J. Brownsville, Pa. (By Alice Hilton) Mrs. Susie Wares of Monongahela was visiting her mother, Mrs. Mary Peyton on High street last week. A social was given at the home of Mr. and Mrs. William Anderson Saturday evening. Prof. Charles Florence of Gratton, W. Va., spent Sunday with his parents, Rev. and Mrs. Leslie Florence, Mrs. Flora Holmes visited friends Wright Beckett of Pittsburg spent Sunday, with relatives here. Rev. M. A. Dyer will begin a series of sermons on "Man" next Sunday evening. All are welcome. Louis Davis and Edward Jones of Pittsburg spent Sunday with relatives. The concert and box social given by Mt. Lebanon Baptist church at Odd Fellows' hall Monday evening was largely attended. Music was furnished by the S. B. C. band. Rev. A. S. Lomax spent a few days at Philadelphia last week. The Violet Art club was entertained by Mrs. Geary Hilton last Friday. Rev. and Mrs. Alex. Smothers of Monongahela and Mrs. C. M. Robinson Manley of Pittsburg and the mother of the Household of Ruth Visited H. H. No. 288 on Tuesday evening. Rev. Holden of Washington, Pa., is visiting Rev. A. S. Lomax. Let Us Make the Best of It It is announced by an English scientist that our winter's will gradually get warmer during the next 400 years, but he warns us that after the 2299 there will be a change for the worse. Let us by all means enjoy the sunshine while we may. Her Hair Said Her When the steamer Tagus rose after a dip into an enormous wave while she was on her way from Bermuda to New York, a bride, the only bride on board, was floating about the deep like a biscuit. The water was three feet deep and she might have been swept from the deck had not M. Krelsbler, a New Yorker, grabbed her by the hair and saved her. So frightened was the young woman that she was carried to her stateroom in hysteria, and for five hours she could not be convinced that the ship was not sinking. THE COUSER. WILL EXPLORE THE DEAD SEA German Scientists, Headed by Dr. Ludwig Bruhl, to Take Part in Expedition. An expedition for thorough scientific exploration of the Dead Sea has been arranged. Reports concerning it have been in circulation for some time, and now the distinguished scientists who compose the party are in Jerusalem and are to embark on a motor boat which was repaired for the trip on or about November 15. This boat was used for the past few years to carry wheat from the south end of the Dead Sea to its northern shores, whence it ```markdown ``` Gorge of the River Arnon. is transported by camels to Jerusalem. This craft was wrecked and badly damaged a few months ago. By arrangement with its owners, the business manager of the expedition had the boat thoroughly repaired and overhaulled for the use of the expedition. The members of the expedition are: Dr. Ludwig Bruhl, who leads the enterprise and who undertakes the hydrographic and biological work; Director R. Koefoed, assisted by Prof. S. P. L. Sorensen, head of the chemical department of the well known "Karlsberg-Laboratorium," the means for the chemical researches being furnished by the Karlsburg fund in Copenhagen and Herman Schoede of Berlin. It is planned that these scientists shall devote about three months to this work, returning to Europe about the end of January. Of this time thirty or forty days will be spent on the Dead Sea itself, and the rest of the time in land work ashore. It is announced that the investigations will follow on the same line with the United States survey of the Dead Sea by Lieutenant Lynch in 1848, as far as that admirable work extended. It will follow up the lines of the Duke de Luyne's explorations in 1864. Since these dates no important hydrographic or chemical researches have been made. At the command of the late sultan of Turkey Dr. Blankenhorn made investigations in different scientific directions a few years ago, whose preliminary report touched on many questions of much interest, but, as far as the writer can ascertain, his final report has not been made accessible to scholars generally. It is popularly asserted that the depth of the Dead Sea has been gradually increasing during the last few decades—that is not to say that the waters have been steadily encroaching on the shores. This apparently is proved by the existence of partly submerged forests on the east shore and by gradual disappearance of an island that appears in sketches and photographs of the north end of the sea made thirty or forty years ago. This question will doubtless be authoritatively decided by the investigations about to be made. RAZE PIRST THEATER IN U. S. Philadelphia Landmark Being Demolished—Built Against Opposition in 1759. Philadelphia.—The building occupied by the first theater in the United States is being demolished to make way for a big business establishment. The early theater was built in 1759 and opened a year later with Hallam's company of players from England. So great was the opposition to a theater in Philadelphia that the building was located just outside the confines of the city proper, in the old district of Southwark, in a locality then ill-repute, known to the wits of the town as "Society Hill," but even there efforts were made to suppress it. The theater burned in 1821, but was rebuilt, and in recent years had been used as a distillery. MADE AUTO EARN ITS KEEP South Dakotan Uses Machine in Bad Weather to Complete a Farm Power Plant. Bijou Hills, S. D.—C. B. Creamer, a farmer near here, has been able to make his automobile "earn its keep" since the roads become too bad for automobiling. Last fail he took the engine from his 40-horsepower car and mounted it upon a substantial base in a frost proof building. Taking the governor from his talking machine he attached it to the engine and has completed a power plant with which he grinds feed, shells corn and runs the churn and grindstone. Neither Credit Nor Discredit. Chicago.—"Smoking or chewing tobacco—or both—is neither to a person's credit or discredit," said Judge Landis in his court in refusing to consider total abstinence as ground for clemency to a convicted mail rifer. Predicts Many Wara Rockford, Ill.-Declarating that the Monroe doctrine is dead and that "We have become a military republic," J. Hamilton Lewis, speaking here of the "influence of the Panama canal," predicted an era of many wars (Continued from Page One.) Capable Men in the Federal Service Recoiffer of Deeds Henry Lincoln Johnson, who is just back after a month spent in his native state, Georgia, is so full of political news that you have only to mention politics to start the general counsel from Atlanta in discouraging on the spandid qualities of his chief, President Taft. Mr. Johnson, it is said, is the man who swung Georgia in line for the president. An encouraging sign of the times is that Mr. Johnson is working loyalty with the other distinguished colored federal officials here in looking after the best interests of the race. A distinguished member of congress the other day in referring to colored federal officials—and, by the way, he was a Democrat, too-said: "The class of colored men now holding office is a big improvement over those who held office some years ago, taken as a whole. And no president ever was surrounded with as many bright, brainy and really efficient Negroes as President Taft has surrounded himself with. It used to be that the average colored federal official simply drew his monthly stipend and permitted the white men of the office to do the work. The bunch of colored federal officials in Washington, and it is the largest number ever assembled at the capitol, are all workers, every man of them knowing his duties and performing them with signal ability. The fact that President Taft has surrounded himself with such an intelligent, capable and efficient corps of colored officials, and so many of them, is responsible for his (the president's) stronghold on the race." The foregoing from a congressman, from a man who frequently has business with the bureaus over which colored officials preside, is regarded by colored men throughout the country as a high tribute to the race. Judge Robert H. Terrell of the municipal court delivered an address at Harrisburg, Pa., recently before the largest colored audience ever assembled in that city. The reports reaching Washington are to the effect that the judge made one of the finest addresses ever delivered there by a man of age, race, and the large number of whites present attested to the popularity of the judge and the good feeling existing between the whites and colored people of Harrisburg. Judge Terrell, like Assistant Attorney General Lewis, is in great demand as a speaker by his race, requests being received by both of these men from every section of the country. Mrs. Mary C. Terrell, wife of Judge Terrell, easily the most brilliant colored woman orator in this country and having few equals among the whites, is also in great demand. The recent appearance in Boston of Mrs. Terrell, when she addressed the girls of two exclusive white schools, was one of the highest compliments ever paid the race, and Mrs. Terrell, according to the white press of Boston, acquitted herself splendidly. But Washington is thronged with colored men and women who are good speakers in public. Oratory is not a lost art among the colored people in Washington. Famous "Black Cabinet" to the Fore. The now famous "black cabinet" is being praised by the race in every part of the country for the effective work it did recently in urging the president to consider the cause of their race in making his appointment of a judge to succeed the late Judge Harlan. The "black cabinet," as it has been styled by a few, is composed of Assistant Attorney General Lewis, Register of the Treasury J. C. Napler, the collector of customs here. Whitfield McKinley; Judge Robert H. Terrell, Henry Lincoln Johnson. Recorder of Deeds James A. Cobb, assistant United States district attorney, and Ralph W. Tyler, auditor for the navy. Mr. Tyler is regarded as the dean of the cabinet. He has styled by some the "Black Senator Crane" for the reason that he is so quiet, unobtrusive and effective in what he undertakes to do. The pretty thing about this cabinet is the cordial relations existing between them. Hardly a day passes but what these six officials take their noon lunch together, at which time they carefully discuss and plan things for the benefit of their race. Hon. J. C. Napier, register of the treasury, is back at his desk after a trip through Florida with Dr. Washington. Before returning to Washington Mr. Napier stopped off at his home in Nashville. Tenn. Mr. Napier is making a most enviable reputation as register of the treasury, and the treasury department regards him as the superior of any predecessor. Officeholding is republic trust and duty with Mr. Napier, for possessed of much of this world's good he does not need to hold office for a livelihood. Hon. Ralph Tyler Back From the West. Mr. Ralph W. Tyler, auditor of the navy department, is back in Washington after a quick circuit of the west. What he heard and saw no one knows, for, as usual, in political matters he is as uncommunicative as a clam. William L. Houston, ex-grand master of the Odd Fellows and present member of the Odd Fellows supreme court, is making quite an active and, they say, effective campaign for the grand secretarialship of the order. Mr. Houston is one of the most popular colored men in Washington, liked by every one because of his genial disposition. A friend referring to him the other day remarked that "Bill Houston is a ray of sunshine and a cup of cheer." Most of Washington votes say on this. Dr. I. N. Ross, pastor of the Metropolitan A. M. E. church, the largest congregation in this city, is an out and out candidate for a place on the bishopric bench of his church. Reports received in Washington indicate that the eloquent pastor of Metropolitan church has quite a following, and not a few have the temerity to predict that he will be elected a bishop at the next general conference. Prior to coming to Washington Dr. Ross was pastor of Big Bethel at Atlanta, Ga. He has had many charges in many states and has been very successful. As a pulpit orator Dr. Ross has few equals in his church. SUBSCRIBE FOR THE COURIER. extends a cordial greeting to the ministers of all denominations to be guests of the School for one week, beginning July 6, 1912, for the purpose of discussing the following and kindred questions: What is the moral condition of the people in your com- What is the sanitary condition? What effort, if any, has been made to improve the sanitary condition? To what extent has the work of the Y. M. C. A. and Y. W. C. A. been effective in your community? Do you approve them? The Summer School and Chautauqua of the National Religious Training School will open July 9, 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 I believe you will agree, with me readers that it is a wise man who knows enough to come in out of the wet. If you haven't the prudence and foresight to take advantage of a good clean well-paid trade and raise a roof for your family that will protect them when the storm comes it will be up to them to find shelter where best they may. The wisdom of learning automobiling in all its branches and laying by something for a rainy day was never better exemplified than it is at present, and if that something is properly invested in automobile engineering your children some day will rise up and call you blessed. How much better off are you than you were last year or the year before, and how much have you actually got doing janitor, porter and common work? I have helped others and can help you. Cut this add out. It's worth three dollars cash to prospective students. Monday, road lessons. Special course to advanced students. General Agents For The Pittsburgh Courier Subscriptions Received Here 1310 WylieAvenue, Pittsburgh, Pa. There Is Gold In Snigo's Ice Cream and Ices Both Phones Palestine Grows Best Oranges. The best oranges on the European market are from the land which is sand, yet fetches now the highest price for orange culture. There is a jest big phrase among Jewish colonists in Palestinian fertility: "If you bu stick an umbrella in the soil you will sext year get a crop of them." The orange trees bear fruit two months before those of Italy and Spain." A atherbet made of extract of violets was much esteemed in the east, and Mohammed is reported to have sold of it that it surpassed all other extracts. In some part of Europe it is customary to mingle violets, roses, and lime blossoms with preserves to add a flower element to the fruity flavor. In Egypt and Turkey violets are used in making atherbets as mint is employed in juleps in Fecstucky. AMONG THE CHURCHES ... ALL CHURCH NOTES MUST BE AT THE OFFICE BY WEDNESDAY OF EACH WEEK TO BE PUBLISHED UNDER THIS HEAD. St. Patrick's day, March 17, proved to be one of the prettiest Sundays of the year. Many spring suits and hats were noticed. Everyone one seemed to have a smile and to be happy on this beautiful day. Among the most pleasant were the trustees, with closed the day with a very successful dime rally. In the morning Bishop J. S. Caldwell of Philadelphia, P. preached from the text with them that, fear of the lord is with them that, fear of the subject "The Secret Keeper of the Lord." At 3 o'clock Rev. W. W. Brown of Ebenhaven Baptist church, preached on the subject, "The Art of Hearing," taken from Luke xviii. 8. Prof. Bates and choir rendered some excellent musical selections. Many of his members accompanied Rev. Brown. In the evening there was only standing room to hear Bishop Caldwell. The bishop preached a most wonderful sermon, occupying only two seats. The attended. The top was led by Mrs. Ella Jones and was freely discussed by the members. The Sabbath school had a very large attendance. The energetic chairman of the social committee, Daniel Crans, held a meeting at 63 Arthur street, on Monday evening to complete plans for the spring and summer work of his committee. 16 is the date set for an entertainment to be given by the Missionary committee of the Endeavor society. The leap year party at the residence of Mrs. Gillian, 6 Miller street, for the benefit of the Daughters of Conference will be held on Thursday, March 28, instead of April 28. A mistake was made by the corresponding secretary. Invitations are to be a print and will soon be out on a full dress leap year and gold watch contest. April 28. Chas. Anderson is manager. This bids fair to be one of the successes of the year. AVERY MISSION NOTES (Br. Martha J. Williamson.) (By Martha J. Winnham) The services at Avery mission church last Sunday were very attended. The Rev. Riley is still conducted by the revival services. The services will probably end March 24. Two persons joined the church. The concert on Tuesday, March 19 was a success. The proceeds are to help educate an African boy for African mission work. Mrs. Patterson of Wood street, city sister of G. W. Johnson and William Braxton of Beltzhoover, departed this life last week. Thomas H. Johnson and Mrs. Amanda Ware are still on the skist list. Miss M. J. Williamson visited her sisters in Homewood last week. Don't miss "Great Light," a sacred canta which will be given at the church on Easter Monday night, April S, under the auspices of the young peoples choir, assisted by some of the best singers of the city. The music will be fine, solos, duets, quartets, etc., are to be intermingled with the choruses. Come hear and see. Three in one. There will be concert and contest, three church, Avery Mission of North Side, Pittsburgh, Thursday evening, March 25, at Brown Chapel, A. M. E. church, corner Boyle and Hemlock street. Don't forget the date, March 28. Trinity Baptist Church Trinity Baptist Church (By David Duvalh) The birthday anniversary of Dr. Ernest Hall, held at the church on Wednesday night, March 6, was a great success in every way. The church building was almost crowded with friends who came to do honor to one worthy of all that can be done by him. Friends present at the church were known as A.L. Harris, lifelong friends of the pastor. Both of them made five speeches delineating the character of the man whom they had come to honor. A program of unusual merit was rendered by professional people of the city, among whom were men and women in all walks of life. Following the program of excellent support the ladies of the church, that was enjoyed by more than one hundred persons. All who came seemed unwilling to leave, because it was 3 o'clock in the morning before the doors were closed. Dr. Hall received nearly as many dollars as he is years old, and people are still sending them. He desires the correspondent to thank the public for the homie done him. On last Sunday morning our pastor pastured on the subject, "Who Is Going to Heaven," to the largest congregation he has ever had at morning service. His sermon was an exposition of the fifteenth psalm, and what he said made a lasting impression in the afternoon he preached at St. John Baptist church and the Epiphark church street, Hardison pastor. It is said that he preached the best sermon there he has preached since coming to the city, in the evening he preached from the text, "When the Son of man cometh, will he find faith on the earth." On Sunday morning, March 24, he will preach from the topic "The Fool." Our church and Sunday school are preparing for Easter in dead earnest. A fine program will be renamed at the morning service on Sunday school; and in afternoon, at community service Dr. Hall will deliver the sermon that has made him famous. "The Resurrection." The conference enjoyed a rare treat last Monday when it listened to an address delivered by Mrs. Fannie Morton on "What I Have Seen in Slum Work" at the University of Mississippi. Mrs. Morton told of the work she has been doing among the owly in the slums of our city. The conference extended a vote of thanks to her for the information given to them, and expresses a desire to have her help in the progresses. The good that is being accomplished by her Christian Masters. On next Monday the conference will listen to an address by Dr. Geo. L. Winstead, entitled, "Church Ventilation in Relation to Health." Our conference has entered upon an era of new things, and is educating itself and the public on the essentials of Christian living and activity. Dr. Messer reports a big rally in progress to come off in June when an effort to raise the church debt. On next Sunday afternoon Dr. Ernest Hall will preach for the mission circle of Good Hope and the following Wednesday evening will preach for one of the clubs working for the benefit of his great rally. The sermons reported last Monday were among the best the conference has listened to for quite a while. Dr. W. H. Smith, the conference critic, was reported ill at the home of Dr. Simms. Dr. W. H. Smith ent for the first time last October. He was made an honorary member of the conference. He is the only one holding such membership in the conference. Dr. A. M. Patterson and Ernest Hall each reported conversions and candidates for baptism received last Sunday. Every Monday the work of saving souls is reported by several of the brethren. The churches represented in the conference are making much headway along all lines of real progress. Watch the Courier for conference announcements. MT. ZION CHURCH The services were well attended at the Mt. Zion Baptist church on Sunday. Rev. Johnston of Boston, Mass., preached two able sermons. The Iroquois Intellectual club will give a grand concert at the Mt. Zion Baptist church on Thursday evening, March 28, under the direction of Prof. Rose, for the benefit of the Aged Masters home. The pulpit committee will give a pastor social on day evening, March 29 at 29 Joseph Street End. The Missionary society will hold their consecrated meeting on Sunday at 3 p.m. All are invited. The topic, "How to Speak," will be discussed by members of the circle and others. Mrs. Mary Conrad, president. A. M. E. ZION CHURCH SCOTTDALE, Pt. Our church, though few in numbers, is getting along nicely. We return many thanks to the president of the W. and F. Missionary society, Mrs. A. L. Anderson, for getting us a space in your worthy paper to let the other churches, know that Zion church is not dead, but living in Scottsdale. The church, under the leadership of Rev. R. R. Bell, is doing a great work. we have been abjured by the debt upon us with great zeal and courage. Too much cannot be said in praise of the pastor. Services were well attended on Sunday, and the pastor preached two table sermons. The day was a success spiritually and financially. The Sunday school is doing grand and noble work. Our superintendent, Jno. L. Grigsby, is leading the Sunday school on to victory. The children are rehearsing for their bright service and everything looks bright for a great day both spiritually and financially. There was a grand entertainment given on Saturday evening in the church by James Lee, chairman of the Carnation club. Funds are being raised by various clubs, for the debt of the treasury will be a grand cantata entitled "The Beautiful City," given in the A. M. E. Zion church, Monday evening, March 25, under the auspices of Jno. L. Griglsby's club. The program is interesting from start to finish. Come out and help the hostess Mrs. Jennie Murray to purchase her birthday gift, honor of her husband, Thomas Murray, on Friday evening. Many friends gathered to wish him many more happy birthdays and leave a small token of love and respect. At 11 o'clock the hostess served a nice supper and every one left saying that was good for us to remember. Mrs. Mary Connor entertained last Thursday in honor of Mrs. Henrietta Jones of Aspinwall, Pa. A pleasant evening was spent by all present. Bethel A. M. E. Church Bethel A. M. E. Church (By Fatella Wells.) At Bethel church on Sabbath was the day on which new converts par-took of their initial communion thus honoring God and publicly confirming their sacred vows. The second quarterly meeting for this term and it was a hallelujah day. Rev. T. J. A-kews's sermons were apropos and well delivered. At 3:30 Rev. E. Wise of St. Paul's sermons were deeply into the word with great and marvelous demeanor. He declares his nom de plume. Rev. Scott and his faithful officers deserve especial commentation for the excellent manner in which they are conducting the commercial interests of the church; numerous hitherto annoying accounts have been liquidated. The superintendent and teachers of the Sabbath school have cultivated the missionary spirit of schoolers have gradually grown the same as he has result of the school being greatly enlarged and the interest exhibited worthy of especial note. Many have been the additions during this administration due to our pastor's magnetic influence and friendliness. Everything of man's own planting has been removed from individual hearts and God has planted them with his own hand the life of that being the school's the breaking services of last Sabbath when over 200 persons communed, closing one of the greatest services of its kind in the history of dear Bathe. The quarterly conference held on Monday was interesting, the reports clear and above the ordinary. The presiding elder was so favorably impressed with the tauntsee's excellent report that he requested that a copy be given him to take the church's efficient strict to use for the intelligent Christian men hold the reins at Bethel. Frank Fowler, the secretary is the author and is most worthy of praise. March 21—Choirs in competition from different churches of city and viability. March 24—At 2:20 the Court of Calantha will hold its annual service. March 11—Special Pa'm Sunday service and triumphal entry sermon by our master. April 2—Epacial Easter services in message and song. April 14-Regular monthly sacred concert. It promises to be of the unusual sort. BROWN CHAPEL CHURCH North Side Pittsburgh, Pa North Side Pittsburg, Pa. (Br: C, N, Collins) Services at Brown Chapel church were as usual, last Sabbath, very largely attended. The Sabbath school is rapidly increasing. You are invited to attend each Sabbat at 1:45 p. m. G. F. Silas, superintendent. The Christian Endeavor society was led by Joseph Krunelton, Jr., on last Sabbath. Mrs. R. H. Morris and the members of the Ladies Bible class desire to thank Mrs. Silas, assistant rendered in the music on Monday evening, March 18, a grand success. There is a great excitement on the North Side with the preacher's hat contest to be given on Thursday evening, March 28. The contestants are Rev. E. R. Bazler of Allen Chapel, Rev. A. Wakefield of Avery Mission church, and Rev. Dr. R. H. Morris of Brown Chapel. The ministers will take place. The pastor's choir will render the program. The minister selling the largest number of tickets will receive the prize which will be a six dollar hat. You are most cordially invited to attend. METROPOLITAN BAPTIST CHURCH North Side, Pittsburgh, PA [ Rev. J. H. Holder, D. D. pastor ] Last Sunday was a great day in the old mother church. The presence of the Holy Spirit was prevalent all day. The special sermon by the pastor at 10:30 a. m. The baptismal services at 3 p. m. The greatest baptizing ever held in the history of the church. From 2:30 to 3 p. m. covenant and testimonial meeting; to 3:40 to baptismal services; 4 p. m. candidate serves; all owed salvage, followed by Lord's supper. At 8 p. m. pastor preached on the "Church and Its Mission." Rev. Dr. C. H. Johnson of Boston, Mass., was heard every night with interest and undidited attention. Dr. Johnson is beyond question one of the race's leading pulpit powers, who stands in the front line. He was invited by the church and friends to return to us next year. On Easter Sunday will be our home rally day. All the boards of our church have pledged $40 each. Now every member will follow with his name another subcription which is headed by the pastor with $5. Every member must report. Remembrance for church is a Sunday morning services opens at 10:30 sharp. On Sunday, March 24, at 3 p. m., Rev. J. W. Terry will preach the carnation club their first annual sermon. Don't fall to hear him. He is one of the best preachers of the day. WAYMAN A. M. E. CHURCH The choir of Wayman sang at Allen Chapel last Monday evening at St. Patrick social, given by Mrs. E. R. Bazier, with great effect. Sunday, March 24, is quarterly meeting. Sermon at 10:45 by Rev. N. D. Temple, presiding elder of North Pittsburgh district. At 3 p. m. mermon by Dr. A. Wakefield of every church, North Side, Pittsburgh. Music by Allen Chapel choir. Everyone will attend. We anticipate a spiritual feast. The Sunday school and choir are preparing an elaborate program for Easter. A chorus of 40 voices is being trained for the occasion. All auxiliaries of church are preparing for the trustees and steward's grand rally on April 14. 10:45, sg. service; 3 p. m. mermon by Dr. P. A. Scott of Bethel A. M. E. church. Address also by Drs. Lee of John Westley, W. H. Boone of Mt. Zion Baptist church. Bellevue, and others. At 7:45 the choir will give an excellent sacred conerts, a program of which will appear later. We now utile "Come and help us." We were sorry to receive the news of the death of one of our former members. Mrs. Susan Drayton of Palminesville, Ohio. We extend our sympathy to her daughter, Mrs. Lottie Jackson. Mrs. David Key also reports that her sister was seriously injured in Baltimore, Md., by being struck by an auto. Mrs. Amelia Morrison is on the sick list. Mrs. E. Williams is able to be about again. MT. ARARAT BAPTIST CHURCH (Br Mrs. Tabb) Last Sunday was a great day in Zion. The morning service was conducted by Rev. Dally, the great evangelist. He is doing great work in the Master's vineyard. In the afternoon communion services were held and in the evening service was conducted by Rev. Dally. Thirty-one have been added to the church by conversion and by experience during the past two weeks. The great evangelist will be conducting revival. Sister Fannie Henderson and Sister Jackson and Sister Cox are still on the sick list. Mrs. Lizzie Johnson of Albion street, Homewood, has moved to 301 Renfrew street. East End. Her many friends are glad to have her near them. The Missionary circle of Mt. Aransas church will hold a conservation meeting today at 3 p.m. You are invited to attend and have a chance to have Sister Strothers in our midst again after a few weeks' confinement in her home, suffering from grip. Sister Booker of Swissvale avenue. Wilkinsburg, is yet confined to her bed. We wish her a speedy recovery. Euclid Avenue A. M. E. CHurch (By Minnie LJ Harris) The services of last Sabbath were well attended. The pastor, Dr. Bentley, preached both morning and evening and the sermons were highly edifying and were enjoyed by all present. There were four accessions to the church. The annual election of trustees occurred on Wednesday evening, the 20th. The results will be announced later. The Lord saw fit to take to Himself, on Saturday at 5:30 p. m. Mrs Sarah Milton Everett, who was born February 6, 1874, at Bedford Springs. THE COURIER. Va. She was married to Marshall Everett, September 30, 1896. She was the mother of six children, five of who survive her. She led an exampleary life in the church, in her home, in the community where she lived. She was an ideal wife and mother, a devoted daughter, an affectionate sister, angrieved brother, a patient and a friend of illness with patient and was happy and perfectly resigned to God's will being done in her last moments. She enjoyed the hymns that were sang and said she was going home, that she heard the bells of heaven ringing that meant she would soon be basking in the sunlight of God's holy radiance. She leaves to mourn her loss a lifelong band, four sons of affectionate sisters, two devoted brothers and a host of relatives and friends. The ladies of the Altar Guild will give an entertainment and measuring party at the home of Mrs. Susie Shefey, 200 Everett street, East End, Thursday evening, April 4. Give a nickle for every foot you are tall. Measure yourself against door or wall. One cent for each extra inch. Please give and thereby show hoy high you live. Miss Willie Rusell entertained the S. B. F. club at the residence of Mrs. Seeney school, Wednesday evening, March 13. After the business was transacted the hostess served a dainty luncheon. The next meeting will be held at the residence of Miss Mary Wilson, 514 Wicklow street, Wednesday, April 3. A grand musical recital will be given at the Euclid Avenue A. M. E. church, Thursday evening, March 28 under the direction of Jack Banks. The following well-known artists will appear on program: Miss Sarah Writt, the noted soprane, Mme. M. Ophelia Bell, the elocutionist of Hartford, Conn.; Olof Collins, the mentent baritone; N. V.; Dr. Murray, the lyric tenor; Mme. Cantwell, the sweet voiced soprano; Wilbur McDaniel, the basso profundo; Frederick Hawkins, violinist and artist of rare ability; Miss Ruth Banks, pianist, who though only 13 years of age, gives promise of becoming one of the greatest of our race; J. Nelson Arter, the piano virtuoso, will be the accompanist. A supper will be served in the lecture room from 5 to 8 o'clock, consisting of chicken and waffles and baked shad. Admission 25 cents. In Mary A. Rodgers of 5640 Willings avenue, East End, who has been ill at her house since October with appendicitis, went to the new homeopathic hospital to be operated on Wednesday, March 19. CONNELLSVILLE. (By Myrtle Latney) T. Zion Baptist Church. The sisters' devotional services were led by Sister Mary Washington and Katie Johnson. The sisters were expressive. At it a.m. Rev. R. D. Epps preached from John 32:33. Sunday school was very largely attended and much interest was shown. The B. Y. P. U. was conducted by Deson W. M. Medly and Johnson. Epps delivered interesting sermon from Isaiah 61:10. The Ladies' Missionary society is preparing to give a grand concert the last of this month. Rev. R. D. Epps was in McKeesport on Tuesday to represent the Youngohsen' lodge N. 3219. Fflint attended the supervisors' board meeting at Pittsburgh last week. Mrs. M. L. Corbin and Mrs. Minnie Coe are on the sick list. Theodore Barren is very much im- proved. Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Coates are resi- sults with their daughter, Mrs. Mary P. Rayne A. M. F. Church. **PAYMENT** The services were well attended at Payne A. M. E. church last Sunday and two very excellent sermons were delivered by Rev. T. Taggart. Don't forget the prize seat social held in Payne A. M. E. church Wednesday evening, March 27. The one sitting on the lucky seat will receive the cash prize. J. L. Brown and A. G. Bolling of Belle Vernon, Pa., were guests of Misses Mamie and Sadie Taggart last Sunday, and upon their return home, were accompanied by the Misses Taggart as far as Dunbar, Pa. Roy McNeal of Pittsburg was the guest of his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Emmet Hickey, Monday, May 16, and Emma Coles, Mr. Peasant were the guests of Mrs. James Roe and son Fred. Miss Naomi Hilton spent Sunday at Unitown, Pa. Misses Jean and Josephine Washington entertained at dinner Sunday. Covers were 'laid for fifteen. Coates spent Sunday at Coates spent Sunday at Untontown. Mrs. Pompe Hill and Mrs. James McCraw of Dunbark went to Morgan town, W. Va. March 11 to attend the tenth wedding anniversary of Rev. Miss Mamie Moore of Scottdale attended services at the A. M. E. church Sunday evening. Miss Anna Anderson of Mamie Duncan and Anne were hostesses of the second monthly social of the Hungry, Eight club at their home, 1011 Chestnut street, South Side. The affair was in the form of St. Patrick's Day. The colour scheme was carried out in green and white. Granville Golden, was called home of one of the serious illness of his brother. Send all notes to 540 East Gibson avenue, Connellys. Aa to Honesty. The man who would not trust any body else gives himself a poor recommendation. Staining Glass. The art of colored glass has been lost and refound, guarded and stolen so many times during the history of civilization that it seems almost impossible to say anything new on glass staining. Yet a process has been discovered for making the stained glass used in windows which is a departure from anything known to the old timers. The glass first receives its design in mineral colors, and the whole is then first in a heat so intense that the coloring matter and the glass are indisolubly fused. The most attractive feature of this method is that the surface requires a peculiar pebbled character in the heat, so that when the glass is in place the lights are beautifully soft and mellow. INTERNATIONAL SUNDAY SCHOOL LESSON (By E. O. SELLERS, Director of Evan- ce McDowell's Moody Bibles Insti- tute of Chicago.) FEASTING AND FASTING. LESSON TEXT - Mark 2:18-28 The rightmost, but sinner's - Mark 2:12. Levi Matthew, who calls himself by the opprobiont title of "the publican," represents that class of grafting petitions who through all ages have exemplified the seven cardinal points of a politician, viz. "the two loaves and five fishes." Men who will weep over sentimental patriotism and serve the oppressor for profit. Better still, however, Matthew is a type of conversion in that he left all and followed Jesus. No weeping, but rather great rejoicing for him made a feast; no record of great conviction, though he had enough to act at once upon Jesus' invitation. It was a brief, sudden call, but what vast results were involved. First a demonstration upon his part, secondly a demonstration upon the part of Jesus, and lastly a record of the life of the Master that has been termed the most important book ever written. Chronologically this lesson follows that of last Sunday. In Luke's account we are told of the feast Matthew prepared that he might entertain Jesus. Some believe that Jesus began his work by trying to win the Jews through teaching in their synagogues and that, receiving him or not, he turns to those outside of the circle of the scribes and the pharisees. Be that as it may, we know they murmured greatly that this rabbi should consort with publicans and with sinners. They would not receive him and would keep others from him also. Came to Call Sinners. Jesus hears of their complaint and his reply is a dne bit of irony and sarcasm. "They that are whole have no need of a physician but that they are sick. You self righteous Pharisees, why do you complain if you are all right and these be all wrong, why then not let me minister to those that need me?" At the same time Jesus utters one of his greatest and most comforting sayings, "I came not to call the righteous but sinners." Jesus cannot save the self-complacent righteous but can and will save those who will not lift up even so much as their eyes but cry "Lord, save me a sinner." Jesus chooses one of their own social outcasts to write the only distinctly Hebrew account of his life; one who had been faithful as a business man to be a leader and historian; one willing to renounce all, say farewell to ambition and follow him. Following this, the disciples of John the Baptist and of the Pharisees are fasting and they observe that the disciples of Jesus are not so engaged. They came to Jesus with the question and his reply is a perfectly logical one. "Why should they fast, am I not with them?" "Do you fast at your weddings while the bridegroom is present?" The day is to come, however, when he is to be taken away, then there shall be times for fasting. Jesus has feasted with "many publicansicans;" when the bridegroom returns he will sit down with many publicans and sinners in glory whom he has associated with in order that he might save them. Are we following his example? If so, let us be sure we do it from the same motive. The disciples of John did the right thing to bring their perplexities to Jesus. He answers their question as we have seen and we are now in the day he mentions when there is a place for fasting. Jesus teaches us in his reference to the wine bottles (leather sacks which could bear but one stretching process due to fermentation of the wine), that we are to be new creatures in him and must leave the old life and habits. We are not to make patchwork of this new Gospel and the old law. His Work That of Physician. His Work That of Physician. There are two difficulties thus presented in this lesson; first, that Jesus should hold fellowship with those properly not of his circle or social standing for he was a rabbi or teacher, and, secondly, that he did not nor did his disciples observe fasting. Jesus admits the character of the company he kept, but his reply was, "I came for this purpose to call not the righteous but the unrighteous." His work was to be that of a Physician. He assumes that his authority is not of man but of God, and that this ministry is to bring joy. Jesus had empired himself that he might come and when he was to leave there it would be time enough for his disciples to fast. Jesus was not merely one who came to teach a system of ethics a little higher than the prophets. Jesus is more than a good man or even a holy man; he is the Great Physician, able to heal both body and soul, a Saviour. There is a place and a great one, for godly consecrated physicians among the sick and a greater place for those who shall point the lost to the Saviour. Before these lost ones can be saved, however, they must realize they are lost, for we cannot save those who will not acknowledge themselves as being lost. When we acknowledge we are sinners we will save us (I Tim. 1:15). Turn a deaf ear to his call and there is no more hope (Luke 13:3). It has been suggested that the parable of the prodigal son and the elder brother was uttered at this feast in Levi's house; probably not, we do not know, but how truly it applies. The prodigal representing those lost publicans and sinners, and the selfish elder brother the self-righteous pharisees. This lesson divides itself into three natural divisions: The call of Levi, v. 13:14. The feast at Levi's house, v. 15:17. The question of fasting, v. 18:22. --- CHURCH NOTICES CHURCH NOTICES Bethol A. M. E. Church Cormor, Wryle avenue and Elm street Sunday services 10:30 A. M. and 7:45 P. M. Rev. P. A. Scott, bell pastor, residence 51 Elm street, bell phone 2387 Grant ST. AUGUSTINES MISSOREAL MISSION 118 Jackson St. N. M. P. F. Garden services, 10:48 A. M. and 7:47 A. M. ing. 7: 45 P. M. Rev. Scott Wood, print in charge. John Wesley A. M. E. Zlen Chure, 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.; press meeting. Wednesday evening; class meeting. Wednesday evening; communion meeting every first Sunday in the month. Rev. W. V. L. Lee, pastor. Bell phone 2293-B Grant, 40 Arthur street. Morning worship, 18:45 a. m., Sunday; Sunday school, 2:30 p. m.; Allen Endeavor Leagre, 8:30 p. m.; evening worship, 7:45 p. m., Sunday. D. S. BENTLEY, D. D., Pastor. 324 Meadow street. Residence phone 1285-J Highland Communion, first Sunday in each month, 8 p.m. Pastor's Study at church from 12 to 8 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 welcomes REV, O. S. SIMMS, D.D., Pastor, 620 Thompson street Bell Phone, 3897-W Highland. Payne A. M. E. Church. Young people's Christian Endeavor √ p. m. Wednesday night prayer meeting, $ p. m. 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 Slide. Sundays—Morning service. 10:30; Bunday school. 2:00 p. m.; Christian school. 7:45 p. m.; evening service, 7:45. Wednesday—Prayer meeting 8 p. m. REV. R. H. MORRIS, Pastor. WAYMEN A. M. E. CHURCH. Preston Avenue. Services every Lord's day at 10:40 a. m. and b. p. m.; Sunday school, 10 a. m. Seats free. All welcome. Prayer meeting Wednesday at 8 p. m. REV. E. N. THOMAS, Pastor. REV. E. N. THOMAS Pastor. 535 Monroe avenue, Belvue, Pa. WARREN M. E. CHURCH Center avenue and Watt street Rev. S. A. Virgil, Pastor. Telephone: 1148-R Schenley Preaching, Sunday, 1 a.m. Sunday school, 2 p.m. Epworth League, 6 p.m. Evening service, 7:45 p.m. Prayer meeting every Wednesday evening. Trustees' meeting the second and fourth Monday nights of each month. A. M. E. Zion Church. Services every Sunday at 11:30; evening 8:00, Sunday school 12:30; literary every Tuesday at 8:00 p.m. Rev. Ware. ALLEN CHAPEL A. M. E. CHURCH 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 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 meeting, 7 p. m. Wednesdays, 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 6:20 p.m., and preaching at 17:45 p.m. Zion A. M. E. church—Rev. J. W. Polk, pastor—Preaching, 14:45 a.m. Sunday school, 2:20 p.m.; C. R. socty, 6:20 p.m.; preaching, 7:45 p.m. Mt. Rose Baptist church—Rev Thomas Ford, pastor—Preaching 10:45 a.m.; Sunday school, 2:30 p.m. R. Y. P. U. at 6:20 p.m.; preaching 7:45 p.m. St. Paul A. M. B. church, Bem W. B. Andersen, D. D., pastor-preaching, 10:45 a. m.; Sunday school, 8:30 p. m.; C. B. society, 6:30 p. m.; pre- aching 7:45 p. m. Prayer meeting 7:30 to 9 a.m. Wednesday. Official meeting. Thursday, before second Sunday, 8 p. m. Church meeting, Friday, before second Sunday, 3 p. m. and Sunday, 3 p. m. Communication services every second Sunday at 3 p. m. W. 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, $100 Dauphin street, East End. Office in the church. Hours, 11 a. m. to 2 p. m., Wednesday and Frid. 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. Saumders, pastor. St. Paul's A. M. E. Church, McKeesport Preaching at 11 a. m., Sunday school at 2 p. m. Allen's Christian Midday at 6 p. m. and preaching at 8 p. m. Rev. W. W. Young, pastor. Gladden A. M. E. Church, Humpstead, 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 Missionary hand at 3:30 p. m., preaching at 7:45 p. m. Wednesday evening prayer meeting. AVERY MISSION A. M. E. ZION CHURCH Avery Mission A. M. E. Zion church, corner Avery and Nelson streets, North Side—Sunday services, 11 a. m. and 8 p. m.; class meeting, 1 p. m; Sunday school, 2 p. m.; Christian Endeavor, 7 p. m.; School school teachers meeting Wednesday, 8 p. m; Literary Thursday, 8 p. m. Rev. A. Wakefield, pastor, residence 225 East Jefferson street, North Side. MONONGAHELA, PA Bethel A. M. J. church, Rev. A. Smothers, pastor-Services, preaching, 10:45 a. m; m; chase, 11:30 a. m; Sunday school, 2:30 p. m; prayer meeting, 7:45 p. m; preaching, 7:45 p. m; prayer meeting, Wednesday evening, 7:45 p. m; WHEELING, W. VA. Simpson M. E. Church, Eoff street, Rev. G. W. W. Jenkins, D. D. pastor- Sunday services, 10:45 a.m. ; Sunday school, 2:35 p.m. ; M. B. Clemens sup- interendent; 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 Endearment, 6:45; preaching, 7.45. House of Prayer Rescue Home, Mother A. Johnson, Sheperdess—Regi- gular services Sunday, Tuesday. GREENBURG, PA. Bethel A. M. E. Church, Pennsylvania street—Sunday school, 9:45 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 387J. New Castle, Pa. At 11 a. m. Rev. J. W. Cheatham of Beaver, who has been assisting Rev. Jas. Frye of the Union Baptist church in his revival, preached a soul stirring sermon at Bethel and at 7:45 p. m. Rev. W. H. Truss preached his fourth sermon from the Ten Commandments, which was a splendid one. Every one has been highly delighted by the series of sermons and much benefited. Mr. and Mrs Howell and Mrs. Paul Jas. Frye are among the visitors at Bethel on March 17. Mr. Susan Anderson was called to Youngstown, O. last Wednesday on account of the serious illness of her son, Fred. Anderson, and on her return home received the sad news of the death of her nephew, Jas. Gray of Oil City, who died in Colorado, but was buried from the home of his mother, Mrs. Tempa Gray of Oil City. Mrs. Grace Harris is visiting friends in the city. Mrs. G. C. Ward entertained the Harper-Terpman W. C. T. U. in a vantage manner on March 15. The next meeting will be with Mrs. H. Mately. A large crowd listened to Bishop J. S. Caldwell at St Luke's A. M. E. Zion church, March 18. His subject, "A Look at Christ," was well handled and filled with the Holy Ghost on op Caldwell sacrificed at the heard composed by himself and entitled "The Battle Song," which was very pleasing to who heard him. Rev. and Mrs. E. C. West of Sharon, Pa., were among the worshippers and Rev. T. W. Anderson of the Second Baptist church. Miss Minnie Ellis is still very sick. The physique gives the friends no encouragement at all. The Catharine Hamilton club of Braddock, Pa., will entertain the Board of Managers of Eastbrook home, Friday, 29, at 3 p. m., in the Corey Avenue. A. M. E. Church. All board members please attend, work as the home is being nicely Mrs. M. L. Matthew Gibson on the chair of pigs last week and the Moving Star Ladies' Aid a barrel of flour. And so the work goes on. Mrs. M. L. Matthew, chairlady. Billy Premonitions The utter helplessness of premature tics is shown in this: That even if they are of no help, they do not fortify us to meet calamity, but weaken us and render us useless. And if trouble is coming the best way to meet it is with a sided heart and not with unfugged by the suffer of dr. dr. SATURDAY, MARCH 23, 1911. GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M. Seventh Masonic district—Brother John C. Morton, R. W. G. Jr. Warden and District Deputy Grand Master, 16 Miller street, Pittsburgh, Pa. Mt. Moriah No. 36—Stated meeting second Thursday each month. Frederic B. Lee, W. M., Edward W. Johnson, secretary. St. John's No. 50, Sewickley—State meeting first Monday each month. Lewis Hallstock, W. M.; J. G. Mattes, Jr., secretary. Star West No. 62—Stated meeting cond Saturday each month. Samuel cott, W. M.; Marion W. Hall, secretary. King Solomon Lodge No. 78, New Brighton — Stated meeting second Wednesday each month. Alexander Webster, W. M.; James W. Butler, secretary. Prince Hall Lodge No. 87, Beaver Falls—Stated meeting third Saturday each month. Jeremiah Boulding, W. M.; Lewis Ewing, secretary. St. Cypress No. 13—Wm. A. Morrison, W. M.; Nelson J. Miles, secretors. St.镇镇 meeting first Thursday. Washington, No. 77, Washington- C. A. Strawthra, W. M.; C. W. Jones secretary. Stated meeting second Monday each month. Monessen No. 79, Monessen-Julius Smith, W. M.; Ashby Boyer, secretary. Stated meeting Thursday each month. Eureka No. 83, Bellevue-Stated communication second Wednesday each month. Elizabeth No. 88, Elizabeth-Joseph Bell, W. M.; Robert A. Batch, secretary. Stated meeting fourth Tuesday. Mr. Plegas No. 91, Uniontown, Pa. A. P. McClure, W. M.; J. H. Robinson, secretary. Stated meeting second Monday each month. Alpha Lodge No. 92, Pittsburg- Frank R. Steward, W. M.; Herman Socks, secretary. Stated meeting third Tuesday. Progress Lodge No. 95—John Williams, W. M.; Wm. Washington, secretary. Stated meeting second Friday. Little's hall, corner Wythe avenue and Robert street. Asaph Lodge, Connellsville—Most night first and third Tuesday night in the month. Renner Slade, W. M.; Robt. W. Sanders, secretary. Box 32, Connellsville, Pa. Iron City Lodge No. 17. I. B. P. O. E. W—Meets second and fourth Thursday, Elk Rest, 29 Fulton street. Chas, Gantt. E. R.; H. E. Brooks, P. Sec. North Slide Lodge No. 127. I. B. P. O. E. W—Meets second and fourth Tuesday, Fellows hall, corner Jackson and Irwin avenue. North Side. P. E. R.; Carl Hardy, E. R.; Jesse Harris, F. Sec. Greater Pittsburg Lodge 115, I. B. P. O. E. W—Meets first and third town avenue. East End. Leme Paxton, P. R.; R. L. Rose F. Sec. Ramesis Lodge 120, I. B. P. O. E. W—Meets second and fourth Wednesday at Elk Rest, 706 Wood street, Wilkinsburg, Pa. Chas. Boone, E. R.; H. Edmunds, F. Sec. Summit Lodge No. 115, I. B. P. O. E. W—Meets first and third Friday at McClure hall, corner Main and Morgantown avenue, Uniontown, Pa. W. L. Winstown, E. R.; Geo. Brown, F. Sec. Coke City Lodge No. 126, Connellsville, Pa—Meets first and third Tuesday at Elk Rest, 132 E. Main street, Fenton Jackson, F. Sec. Tum Valley Lodge No. 156, Bradford, Pa—Meets first and third Thursday, 15 Chambers, street. Rev. P. H. Williams, E. R.; E. J. Enty, F. Sec. Esther Chapter No. 7, Order of the Eastern Star. Stated meeting third Thursday each month at 6004 Center avenue, Rosa E. Hill, W. M.; Blanche D. Hill, secretary, 2911 Wythe avenue. Chosen Friends Chapter No. 6. Order of the Eastern Stair, stated meeting fourth Wednesday of each month at little hail. Wylie avenue and Roberts street. Jennie franville, W. M.; Helen Turner, secretary. ODD FELLOWS. Meadows of Grand United Order of Odd Fellows in Odd Fellows' hall, Irwin avenue and Jackson street, North Side. Union Western Star Lodge, No. 1615, first and third Wednesday evenings. P. L. Anderson, secretary, 608 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 Patrarchy, No. 11, four Monday evening. P. L. Anderson, se- cretary, 605 West Jefferson street. News items affecting these lodges please mail to The Pittsburg Courier. Meeting first and third Tuesdays of each month at New Odd Fellows hall, North Side. James Mason, C. O. T. A. Wilson, K. R. S. North Side Lodge, No. 124, L. B. P. O. E. of W. Meets at the Rest, 206 Robinson street, North Side, second and fourth Mondays of each month. J. Walter Frasier, E. R.; Jesse W. Harris, F. H. Gen. J. B. Swelitzer Camp, No. 98. Sons of Veterans, U. S. A.—Meets at Memorial hall, Fifth avenue, on second and fourth Friday nights of each month. New Castle Lodge No. 38, K. of P. meets first and third Friday of each month. Alexander Williams, C. C.; Commodore Tilden, K. of R. S. Damon Lodge No. 28, K. of P. meets first and third Thursday each month at Odd Fellows hall, Wylie and Benton. Frederick. C. Gould, C. C.; Jas. A. Baldwin, K. of P. & S.; Jesse Harris, M. of F. ROYAL GRAND NO. 31, K. OF P. Meetings second and fourth Wednesday of each month, at Odd Fellows hall, Arthur street. PAUL GILLETTE, C. C. I. F. JACKSON, V. C. Damon Lodge, K. of P. No. 28. Meeting nights first and second Thursday, Jas. A. Baldwin, K. of R. and S.; Jas. G. Morris, C. E. ROYAL GRAND NO. 31. A. OF P. Meetings second and fourth Wednesdays of each month, at Odd Fellows hall, Arthur street. PAUL GILLETTE, G. G. L. P. JACKSON, V. G. Jericho Lodge, U. D.-Stated meetings, every second Friday. R. L. Vann, W. M.; J. W. Morgan, secretary. Sewickley Star, No. 40, K. of P. meets first and third Tuesdays of each month on Beaver street. N. L. Young, C. C.; C. H. Pryor, K. of R. & S.; L. Alexander, M. of F. Damon Lodge, No 28, K. of P. meets first and third Thursdays of each month at Odd Fellows Hall, corner Wyle and Benton. Frank R. Stewart, 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, Q. U. of O. F., Charlerol, Pa. Meets every first and third Tuesdays. Charles Wonzer, secretary. H. of R. 1413, Charlerol, Pa. Meets every first and third Wednesdays. Mrs. A. Primad, W. R. 1. O. OF ST. LUKES Gen. J. B. Sweltzer camp meets on the second and fourth Friday nights of each month at Soldiers' Memorial hall. Fifth avenue. The Liberty Chapter, Order of Eastern Star, meets on first and third Mondays of each month at their lodge room, Reformers building, at 8 o'clock p.m. Mrs. R. E. Payne, Worthy Matron, 134 Flavel street, East End; Miss Sog, Booker, Worthy Recorder, 511 Lennox street; East End. NOTICE Golden Eagle lodge, No. 22, Knights of Pythias, meets the first and third Wednesdays of each month at Melta hall, Sherden street, East End. Hour of opening, s p. m. Rev. J. Henry Daudridge, C. C.; Martin C. Coleham, M. of F.; James Woodruff, K. of R. and S. Malta Commandery, No. 19, K. T.—Sir George C. Cochran, Em. Com.; Sir Samuel P. Buckner, generalisier; Sir David D. Richards, Capt. Gen.; Sir William S. Lewis, recorder; Sir John T. Thoronter, treasurer; Rev. C. J. Powell, D. D., prelate; Rev. J. H. Dandridge, assistant prelate; Sir Herman Socks, organist and musical director—Meets fourth Monday of each month at asylum, 6004 Center avenue, East End. IRON CITY COUNCIL Meets every first Monday at Odd Fellows' hall, Wylie and Benton street. J. W. Anderson, secretary; J. T. Dorkins, W. M. Naomi Tabernac'le No. 29. Daughters of Tabor—Meeting first and third Tuesday night in each month at Reformers' hall. Julia Tabb, H. P., 12 Mayflower street, East End; Maxie Moore, V. R., 6282 Upland street. East End. McKeasport, Pa. Glittering Diamond Tabernacle, No. 37, Daughters of Tabor, meets second Tuesday night of each month at 1118 Market street. Lilly of the Valley Court of Calla-tha, No. 367, meets first Thursday evening of each month at 1118 Market ELIZABETH. PA. Wainwright lodge, No. 45, K. of F. 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 Sanley Simmons, K. of R. and S. Brother R. E. Pangburn, M. of A. Brother Charles Henderson, I. G. Brother George E. Saunards, O. G. Brother George B. Saunders, M. W. Brother Charles Preston, Brother French E. H. Greene, V. C.; Brother Simmons, trustees, Brother French E. H. Greene was elected delegate to the grand lodge. Advance lodge, No. 2999 of G. U. O of O. F. election as follows: Guardian. Hiram Simmone; warden, James Bar ber; 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. Burges; P. N. F., French E. H. Greene; advocate, Jesse Greene; degree lecturers, Fred R. Batch and French E. H. Greene. WAYNESBURG, PA The most worshipful grand lodge of Free and Accepted Ancient York Rite Masons of Pennsylvania officers: H E. Workman, G. master; Joseph Washington, Dep. G. master; Jerry M. Lannon, G. Sr. warden; Richard Staples, G., Jr. warden; Jas. Lethwick, G. treasurer; La Royal'Wilson, G. secretary; Rev. Thomas Ford grand chaplain; Rev. W. H. Truss, grand lecturer. The officers of the grand commandery of Knights Templar of the state of Pennsylvania are: Sir Knights Joseph L. Thomas, M. E. grand commander; D. H. W. Keith, M. E. deputy grand commander; John D. Addison, M. E. grand generalissimo; J. William Walls, M. E. grand captain general; William H. Miller, M. E. grand secretary; Philip H. Edwards, M. E. grand treasurer. Deborah Tabernacle No. 41. I. O. of T. Daughters of Tabor, meet second and fourth Tuesday night in each month at Odd Fellows hall, corner Beaver and Broad street, Swickley, Pa. Mrs. Mattle F. Bowden, H.W. Mrs. Martha Anderson, v. P. Mrs. G. H. Halland, C. R.; Mrs. R. H. Lee, V.; Mrs Lucy Blackson, C T. Queen Ester Tabernacle No. 516 O. O. of F. Daughters of Tabor meet the third Tuesday night in each month at Odd Fellows hall, 2207 Wylie avenue, Mrs. S. T. Wilkinson, H. P.; Mrs. L. Wilkinson, V. P.; Mrs. D. Childs, C. R.; Mrs. E. Masley, C. T. New Castle, Pa. New Castle Lodge, 375. G. U. O. of O. F. meets every other Thursday evening. Orlando Fitzhugh, P. S. New Castle, Pa. Lodge notices NOTICE NEWS FROM ALL OHIO CORRESPONDENTS MUST REACH THIS OFFICE NO LATER THAN TUESDAY NOON OF EACH WEEK. MANAGER AKRON O AKRON O (By Mary Brody) (By Mary Brody) The twenty-sixth anniversary of the local organization of the Daughters of Jerusalem was celebrated on Friday evening with a grand feast at the A. M. E. Zion church. As only the members of this society, their families and one or two friends can attend, these feasts and the society for the cultivation of the highest Christian principles those favored with an invitation considered it quite an honor and were highly entertained by the Daughters and members of their families by recitals by Carl Johnson, Oliver Grey, Youngstown, O. Chester Isdale, Sadie Glover, Miss May Tayler and Miss Violet Dyson of Wadsworth, O. solo; Miss Helen Taylor, Wadsworth, O. address; Rev. O. Wilders, Mrs. Rideout, Mrs. Wesley, grand o d hymns by the Daughters and congregation. The repeat prepared and served by the Daughters was so appetizing that every one is saying "Nasn't the suit good?" Their annual sermon was preached by Rev. E. D. W. Bell of the A. M. E. Zion church at that church on Sunday afternoon and at all were pleased who listened to his encouraging sermon. Rev Jones had the pleasure of showing to the public that the Reformers are up and doing, Sunday night, by having the checks for two deaths claims upon that society and paid them off at the close of the service. Miss Violet Dyson, Wadsworth, O. was the guest of Miss Cordelia Archer during the anniversary of the Daughters. Mrs. Pearl Christian, who went to visit her son, Ponce, whilst he was very sick at school at Columbus, O. returned with him on Sunday afternoon. We are glad he is rapidly recovering his health. Others sick amongst us and whom we hope may soon be well again are: Mrs. Ellen Thomas, Mrs. Julia Penn, Mrs Mattie Vanderhoek, Mrs. Fred Balson, Sandy Wilson and Miss Ophelia Dotson. The K. of P. hope to take a large crowd to Cleveland on Sunday with them to attend the annual "sermon of that lodge there." Miss Helen Taylor, the sweet singer from Wadsworth, is the guest of Miss Sadie Frazier. Smithfield, Ohio ( Br. Viola. Carter. ) The festival given under the management of Messrs. Hargrave, Beall, Miss and Jackson was quite a success. Miss Hene Washington, one of professors of seamstresses of this place, spent last week employed by Mrs. Fred Ramsey of Hopedale, Norman Bissley saturday and Sunday with his family in Hopedale, Mrs. Jas, Carter and Mrs. E. A. Powell are consolescent. Miss Alice Harris left on Friday to visit her sister in Wheeling, Mrs. Dave West and daughter, Mrs. Thelma, returned home on Thursday. Hastings Giles and Ed. Jackson attend church last Sunday night. Mrs. John Harris and son and Mrs. Ilia Beall, were the guests of Mrs. Earnest Freeman of Bradley on Saturday. Mrs. C. H. Thomas is convalescent. Mrs. Jaal Beall was the guest of Mrs. N. Mithel on Sunday. Mrs. Earnest Jackson was the guest of Mrs. Ed. Smith on Thursday. W. M. Veney is on the sick list. Hays Harris will move to town on High street. April Mrs. Homer Harris will give a salary party for her husband on Wednesday night. SALEM. O. (By R. L. Logan) S. Barratt of Cleveland, made a very interesting speech on the Northern and Southern Negro. Rev T. B. Caxton closed his revival last Sunday. It was a long and diligent work of saving men's souls. The Women's THE COURIER. Missionary society he'd its meeting at the home of Mrs. John Green on East Dry street. The debate held at Mr. Catlin's home on "Women Suffrage," was quite a success for the women. George Alexander of Alliance, paid the Salem boys a visit last week. Charles Martin of Alliance, is visiting in this city this week. L. Brown of Lorain, O., is working in this city at present. Miss Lena White, Waister White and Miss May Lacey attended the dance given at Youngstown last Wednesday. Mrs. T. H. Cyrus will entertain a few friends at her home at a birthday party. The Knights of Pythias will have a sermon preached to them. The boys of this city have formed a baseball team which considers itself the fastest colored nine in this part of the state and sends out a challenge to all clubs for a fast game. For information write to Clement Johnson, 18 Hill street, Salem, O. Steubenville, O. (By S. F. Cook.) Madam Ella Wright-Pleasant, who gave a pleasing recital at Quinf A. M. E. church on Thursday, March 14, under the auspices of the Trustees' Helpers, was a grand success. Geo. Smith of North High street, is convalescent. Mrs. Elizabeth Cooke entertained at her home in North Seventh street, the Nimble Thimble club last Tuesday. Refreshments were carried out in the St. Patrick's colors. Mrs. Lucy Lynn, Mrs. Sarah Bingham and Miss May Huges of Martins Ferry, came to Steubenville to attend the funeral of Mrs. Sculpio, which took place on last Sunday afternoon. They all attended services at Simpson church on Sunday morning. Fenton Jackson of Martins Ferry, was in the city on last Sunday. Mrs. Cora Brown of Washington, Pa., was visiting her uncle, W. M. Brown, who is very ill. Mrs. A. E. Kent is able to be out again. A baby girl came to brighten the home of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Bolden. home of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Boden. The Ladies' Ald society held a social on Monday night at Simpson church and a very pleasant time was spent by all. W. H. Green has installed a hand-some shine chair at the Pan-handle station, where he has engaged in the shining business. Mrs. Duglass of Zanesville, O., is visiting her daughter, Mrs. John White of North Third street. Geo. Snoden of North Seventh street, still remains sick. Mrs. Middleton was the guest of Mrs. Wm. Grason last week. Dr. Jones held quarterly meeting at Quinn A. M. E. church on Sunday. Quinn A. M. E. C. Geo. Johnson visited his wife at the hospital at Pittsburgh on Sunday and reported her some better. Obituary. The funeral of Mrs. Cordelia Scipio was held at Quinn A. M. E. church on Sunday at 1:30. DAYTON, O. Died at his home in 42 Garfield street, Robert Napper, last Wednesday morning, aged 68 years. He greets a wife and a host of friends. His remains were taken to Columbus for interment. Mrs. Shaw and Mrs. Arie Lee accompanied the widow to Columbus. Deceased was a member of Eaker Street church. J. S. McGruder was out of the city a few days last week. The Ladies' Culture club gave a social at Mrs. J. Ragan's home last Saturday evening. The Y. P. A. of Eaker Street church was entertained by Miss Myrtle Jones on Monday evening at Mrs. Brown's home in Titch street. A very unique affair was the Shannock reception given by Miss Annabell and Agnes Wooden at their home on Sunday afternoon. The house was very beautifully decorated, green being the color scheme throughout. There were about thirty-four guests present. Mrs. John Miller and Naydeen Mitchell are still on the sick list. Mrs. Juliaaetta Morton of Fort Wayne, Ind, is the guest of her sister, Mrs. John Miller. Mrs. Bert Anderson of Garst street, was severely burned by steam a few days ago. Mrs. Susie Williams entertained the Friday Afternoon Culture club at the home of Mrs. Anna Stewart last week. An enjoyable time was had. Mrs. Martha Jooping entertained at a 6 o'clock dinner last Sunday evening. Revivals are in progress at Bethel Baptist church. Rev. Wyatt of Cincinnati, is assisting the pastor, Rev Anderson. East Liverpool, O. East Liverpool, O. (By L. Dorsey. Rev. E. W. Thomas, president of the St. Thomas Home and Industrial school, Indiana, and Dr. Brown and wite visited this city on Sunday, Dr. Brown rendered a very interesting account of his great work among the people of our race at the Sheridan Avenue A. M. E. church on Wednesday night. Rev. W. M. Crucksank left his home for Johnstown, Pa., on business for a few days. Rev. Maland Lewis of Wellsville, was a Wellesley visitor last Sunday. Miss Cornelia Mason is improving rapidly. A. T. Farmer of Wellsville, is able to be out again, Mr. and Mrs. Mills spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Bush. Rev. Chas Lewis and wife spent Sunday with Mrs. Geo. E. Lawson. Miss Taylor spent Sunday with friends in Wellsville. Harry Johnson and A. T. McEntee visited their families on Sunday. The East End Spelling circle was entertained by Mrs. F. H. Curris of Chester, W. Va. on Thursday. B. R. Russell has accepted a position in Mr. Tverss barbershop of Chester, W. Va. On account of the illness of her daughter, Miss Lilliam, Mrs. Sussex White, who has been spending the winter with her daughter, Mrs. Wintrey Smith of this city, will return to her home in Cadiz. O. Mrs. J. C. Dorsey entertained in her honor at 10 o'clock dinner, Mr. and Mrs. Wintrey Smith. The first Negro who ever sat in the United States Senate as a duty qualified member took his 12 years elected by the reconstruction legislature of Mississippi, and he served from February, 1879, to March of the next year. Revels was born in North Carolina of free parents in 1822, and desiring an education he went to Indiana where he attended the Quake college at Liberty. Later he studied at Knox college in Illinois, and in 1847 he became a teacher in the A. M. E. church. He went about the country speaking against slavery and at the breaking out of the war he organized Negro regiments in Missouri and Maryland. In 1569 he ment to Natchez, Miss., where he was elected a member-of the city council. He next was elected UnKed States Senator. Must have notes on Tuesday.— (Manager.) CADIZ, OHIO : Miss Verl Redmond spent Sunday at the home of her sister, Mrs Clara Ramsey of Hopedale. Miss Mary Freeman of Hopedale, is spending a few days with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Freeman. Miss Lena Barnaby has returned to Steubenville, William Hull of Wheeling, spent a few days last week in Cadiz. Harvey Duling met with a painful accident on Thursday, falling from a load of hay. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Jackson have moved to Martins Ferry, O. An excellent program was rendered at Simpson Chapel church on Sunday afternoon. The St. Patrick's social given by the stewardesses of the A.M. E. church on Thursday evening, was a success. Mrs. C. Christian and Frank Tyler were awarded the prize as the best masked. Miss Kissie White, who was called here by the illness of her sister, Alma, left, for Pittsburgh on Friday. The Busy Bees met at Dunbar school on Sunday afternoon. Mrs Elvira Wallace-spent Saturday at Emerson. The members of the fire department gave a very pleasant surprise party on Charles Christian on Wednesday evening. An excellent program was rendered at Young People's meeting on Sunday evening. Judge Morley gave a talk to the young people on "Character Building." Mrs. Gertrude Rudolph gave a stag party on Thursday evening in honor of her son, George's twenty-first birthday. Mrs. Austin Wallace entertained the Greenleaf club on Tuesday evening. Zanesville, Ohio Mrs. Margaret Lucas of Cleveland, O. attended the funeral of her aunt, Miss Winnie Newsome. Carl Brock of Pittsburgh, Pa., and Mrs. Anna Johnson of New York Cty, attended the funeral of their aunt, Miss Newsome. Master Daniel Dulling is on the sick list. Mrs. Cordelia Green suffered an attack of heart trouble last Friday. Myrtle Lodge K. of P. and Court of Calantha will attend the annual sermon at Newark, O. March 24. Mrs. Rose Moorman of Columbus, spent Sunday in the city, guest of relatives. Youngstown, O. (By Wm. Saunders.) Charles Monroe Thompson, aged 19 years, son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Thompson, 124 Deed street, died on Friday evening of a long illness of typhoid fever. He leaves besides his parents, a grandmother and sister and a number of relatives. He was a bright young man and was well-thought of among all who knew him. The funeral services were held on Monday from the Mahoning Avenue Baptist church and were largely attended. Mr. and Mrs. William Wright entertained on Thursday evening in honor of Miss Wright of Orange, Va. Mr. Wright's sister. Those present were Mr. and Mrs. F. B. Leese, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Lynch, Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Thomas, Mr. and Mrs. A. Horton, Mr. and Mrs. H. P. Parker, Mrs. Mary Brass, Mrs. Frances Harper, Mrs. Sarah Clark, the Misses Sarah Clark, Sarah Shaw, Lucy Coleman, Georgia Parker, Nellie Porter, Lillian Taylor, H. Morris, Frank Conway and R. Penn. Music and social talks were the features of the evening. Lunchon was served. Rev. Taylor, pastor of Mahoning Avenue Baptist church, returned home on Friday after a five-days trip in Indiana. Mrs. Edward Hardy of Pike street, is very ill and not expected to live at this writing. Number of the members and friends of Mahoning Avenue Baptist church gave a surprise on Rev. and Mrs. Taylor on Friday evening. Mrs. Will Logan of Thomas street, is able to be around after her illness. Mrs. William Brown of Foster street was the guest of relatives and friends in Erie for two weeks. James Saunders, who has been ill for the past two weeks is improving. Samuel, Stewart shows light improvement. John Seaton gave a skating party at the Auditorium rink on Wednesday evening. The entertainment given by Louisa Edwards Court of Calantha No. 3, on Wednesday evening, was well attended and was a grand success. Mrs. Anna Gauffe and Augustus Freeman were quietly married on Monday. The couple are well-known in this city. Mrs. D. Berry and Mrs. Geo. Jefferson are improving. Mr. Wright is able to attend to his work after three months of illness. Mrs. Wright of Orange, Va., who was called to this city on account of the illness of her brother, William, of Sycamore street, returned home on Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. David Branicks entertained a number of little folks in honor of sons sixth birthday on Wednesday. The afternoon was an enjoyable one and the little folks sat down to an elaborate luncheon. Those present: Kathyene Earnes, Tine Branicks, Sathe Alle, Corothy Logan, Seara Garrus, Helen Rayford, Daisy Moore, Mary Thomas, Master Thomas, Oliver Green, Theodora Bobson, William Hicks, Jr., Buster Richerson and Marcellus Branicks. The little folks left wishing Marcellus many more happy birthday. Some Shakespeare Statistics. A Shakespearean enthusiast with much leisure time on his hands and a regular mania for statistics has discovered that the plays of Shakespeare contain 106,007 lines and 814,000 words. "Hamlet" is the longest play, with 5,320 lines, and the "Comedy of Errors" the shortest, with 1,777 lines. All together the plays contain 1,277 characters, of which 157 are females. The longest part is that of Hamlet, who has 11,619 words to deliver. The part with the longest word in it is that of Costard in "Love's Labor Lost," who tells Moth that he is "not so long by the" head as honorificabilitudinibus. UNIONTOWN UNIONTOWN SPARKS AND FLASHES (By Nellie E. E. Grant.) St. Paul A. M. E. Church. The services field at St. Paul last Sunday were on a real new order. It was Young People's Day with a mother's hour. A meeting of its kind never was held in St. Paul church before. The young people had charge in the morning and evening. The mother's hour was great in every respect. Rev. W. B. Anderson, D. D, and wife are receiving congratulations on every hand for the wonderful manner in which they are leading the people here, to noble and grand success. A mass meeting will be held in the Municipal building, March 29, at 8 p.m. All colored people are especially invited to attend. Don't miss this. Come one come all. Miss Louie Palmer was a visitor at Fairchance last week. Mrs. Matilda Curry is on the sick list. Mrs. Elnora Lewis of Smithfield, was a visitor at the home of Mra. Lida Flemanrast last week. The members and friends, of John Wesley, A. M. E. Zion church will give a banquet in honor of their pastor, Rev. H. J. Starks, Monday evening, March 25. The Bt. Luke lodge No. 610, will give a sap year entertainment in the K. of P. hall, Wednesday evening, March 27. Hon. S. W. Rutherford of Washington, D. C. secretary and general manager of the N. B. A., addressed a good-sized audience at Mt. Rose Baptist church, March 6. Mr. and Mrs. Rutherford spent one night here and were the guests at the home of Mrs. E. J. Scott on Stewart avenue. Mrs. M. B. Skinner, who went to Columbus, O., last week to bury her brother, returned home last Sunday. Mrs. Edna Murry, who was on the sick list last week is improving. Joseph Thomas of McChellandtown and Miss Nelle Smith of Uniontown, were united in holy wedlock, March 14. They were served a wedding dinner in McChellandtown at the home of Mr. A. F. C. C. with a number of their friends were present and an enjoyable time was had by all. FOR FIRST CLASS CLEANING AND PRESSING Go to DUFFINS Suits made for $10.00 Up. Clean and Press Suits.....75c Press Suits.....40c Press Pants.....15c 6a. North Gallatin Avenue, opposite Gallatin Hotel. Bell Phone. SEWICKLEY (By Teddy.) The reception given by the Sewickley social set at Leetsdale last Friday night was well attended. Every one had an enjoyable time. Beauty's orchestra furnished inspiration. The committee were Mrs. Martha Tnurze, Miss Pearl Mimma, Bert Johnson and Wm. Hatcher. The rehearsals for the drama to be given at the St. John's A. M. E. church are still going regularly and much interest is manifested. The cantata to be staged on Easter Monday night at St. Mathews A. M. E. Zion church promises to be quite a success. The best vocalists in the have been secured. Miss Marge Brown is directress. The drama will have three acts under the direction of Miss Kate Hawkins and will be staged April 4. The cast will include the following persons: Mrs. Ida Jones, Misses Venzella Newsum, Elna Curtis, Willie Curry, Kate Hawkins, Bert Ford, Mr. Paris, Burt Johnson, John Turner and Harry Watson. Sabbath was quarterly meeting day at St. John's. In the morning Rev. Newsom preached an encouraging sermon on "The Christian Life." In the afternoon Rev. R. B. Colb of the Triumph Baptist church, Sewickley, preached with a number of his congregation present. In the evening the presiding elder, Rev. Rr. Temple preached an interesting and instructive sermon. Good attendance, fine singing and libera; collections marked the day. Beautiful appointments in green and white marked the tea given by Mrs. Leslie Ford in honor of Miss Venzolle Newsome on last Friday afternoon. Mrs. Ford, attired entirely in white, presided at the tea table. Elaborate tea gowns were in evidence. The flowers were white carnations and green ferns. The Golden Rule club held its regular meeting on Thursday evening, March 14, at the residence of Mrs. Martha Gibson. After a very pleasant session the members were served with a foothsome luncheon by their charm hostess. Next meeting will be held at the residence of Mrs. Ada Banks, corner Ferry and Little street, on March 28. The managers of the Eastbrook home for Destitute Children, will hold their forth anniversary on May 16, 1812, at the New Street St. Mathews A. M. E. Zion church. Mrs. M. L. Mathews is chairman and Mrs. Reba Tilghman, secretary. On account of some changes in the personnel of the Colored Aristocracy Minstrels, it was advisable to change the date to the 11th of April. The Mays Brothers, dancing comedians, have been signed for the show. Mahon C. Wilson in the place of H. Brown, are stage managers and musical director, Wm. H. Holland, will be orchestral leader. About one thousand dollars were realized during dedication week at St. Mathews A. M. E. Zlon church. Rev. Henry Durham and congregation are rejoicing. Everybody who reads magazines have newspapers, but everybody who reads newspapers doesn't buy magazines. Catch the Drift? How's the medium to reach the people of this community. MRS. E. JONES Dealer and Manufacturer of HUMAN HAIR GOODS Switches, Puffs, Transformations, Straightening Combs and Hackels. Artistic Wig Making a Specialty. 905 WYLIE AVENUE PITTSBURGH, PA. Union Printing Company J. T. CORT, PROPRIETOR, 428 FOURTH AVENUE, PITTSBURGH, PA. JACKSON Funeral Director Fine Carringes for Opera Parties, 1899 Wylie Avenue, and 1898-1810 Bingham St. R. R. Bell, 9015 Hemlock P. & A., 1301-F The oldest undertaker in Pittsburgh and a number of the Undertakers' Association. Bernard P. Sacks, Mgr. Charles W. Sacks P. & A. Phone 1201 F Miles Printing Co. Commercial Work Our specialty Church and Society Work 1300 WILLE AVE. PITTSBURG, Pa. M. W. MOUNTS OLD BOOK EXCHANGE Law, School, Medical, Mechanical and Religious Books Bought, Sold and Exchanged. 626 PENN AVENUE, PITTSBURG, PA. WANTED Twenty-five young ladies to receive subscriptions for the Courier. Wylie 1809 Wylie avenue or call Page, Court 3800, or Hill 690-W. NOTICE WASHED-30 boys from Great Britain to sell the Courier Friday and Saturday of each week. Come Friday evening to 1200 Wylie avenue for papers. Buffalo. N. Y. (By Mrs. J. Charity A. Neesbilt Parker.) In the absence of Mrs. W. H. Talbert, president of the Christian Culture congress, who was ill and Rev. J. E. Nash, pastor, who had to be away, H. H. Lewis, Sr., presided at the congress last Sunday. The program was in charge of Miss Edna A. Davis. The speaker of the afterthon, Chas. E. Rohflos, white, his subject was social service. It was a treat to the congress. If the ushers would see that the boys who come to the congress and sit in the back of the church would not laugh and talk while the program is being carried out, we think those who sit near them would appreciate it very much. At the colored social center, East Eagle street, a place that has been provided for our boys and girls to keep them on the street, had an address given to them last Friday evening by Senator Geo. B. Burd. Will say more about the social center later. Queen City lodge No. 1, of the I. O. of G. M. and D. M. held an anniversary birthday service in honor of the birthday of the order at Vine Street A. M. E. church last Monday night, March 11. On account of the illness of the pastor Rev. A. C. Saunders, the revival committee at Vine Street A. M. E. church have been postponed. The W. W. club was entertained at the home of Mr. and Mrs. D. U. Smith of Mark street, last Friday evening. Mrs. Celia Brown of Chicago, Ill. is visiting Mrs. J. H. Johnson of Union street. Mrs. J. F. Eggleston and son, Albert, are visiting in New York City and Orange, N. J. Mrs. J. Howard of Union street, is munch better. FRANKLIN, PA. Joseph Triplett, who spent the winter at his home in Tampa, Fl. has returned to Franklin. Mrs. Pleasant Clements, Mrs. Irene Hawkins, Mrs. Annie Henderson, Mrs. C. P. Hurrington, Mr. and Mrs. Seeth Stevens, Elmer Carter, Jerry Allen, Mrs. Joan Waters are ill at their homes. Mrs. Nannie Henderson of Erie street, entertained Mrs. Harriet Terry and son Gilbert and Mrs. Bertha Carter at 6 o'clock dinner on Thursday, the 15th Messrs. Durham and Morgan of Pittsburgh, are residing in Franklin for the present. Miss. Adeliae Lawrence, chairman of the flower committee, will give an entertainment on March 28, for the benefit of that department. The first Tuesday in March the Ever Ready society reorganized with the followed named officers installed. President, W.J. Jones; vice president, Pleasant C'engents; secretary, W. M. Cox; assistant secretary, Mrs. David Hawkins; treasurer, Mrs. L. D. Moore; planlist, Mrs. Virginia; Carter; sergeant-atarms, I. H. Belamy. The first snake of the season was killed on the 15th by Delman Law on Lows Hill. Remember That every added subscriber helps to make this paper better for everybody erent): . a - : ‘THe count . _ \ ‘ ‘giminana ak aid!’ ee ee “WASHINGTON | —. THE “RECALL” OF A DECISION: ; ’ T, ‘The whale object of these “early” er ee Sera ee 3 —_—. aia CHOICE OF TAFT |srsinice sa A I _ Rallarc : ——s. | ST | 10 CDE EEE AT eect ieee ceclon et e bee ar her daughter, Mrs. Burton Walters of East Walnut street. Miss Emma Chambers of Cannons burg, vieted her sister, Mrs. John Griffin, the past week Mrs. Eristo C. Brandy, a teacher In the Sixth ‘ward, who bas keen quite ill, fs improved and has returned to her work. zi Miss Hazel Gross spent Tuesday with Mrs. G. W. Wicks at the. Country club. Robdtr McCurdy of Butler, Pa., was the Sunday guest of bis parents, Mr. and MP¥* Geo. McCurdy. Mrs. T. J. Askew and niece, Miss Nancy Tenner, spent Sunday at the home of Mr. and Mrs, Samuel Bush. ‘Mrs, J. W. Walters spent last Sun- day with friends at Wheeling, W. Va. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Beckwith of Bentleysville, spent Sunday and Mon- day with Washington re‘atives. Mesdames W. H. Butler, 7. B. Banks and LC, Honesty spent Sun- day in Pittsburgh. . ‘Mrs. Skinner, widow of the late Rev. G. G. Skinner spent Monday with Mrs. J. W. Patterson of Erle street ~Bud” Liszt of Wheeling, a former Washington boy, ‘visited his mother ‘at this place lag Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. I. E. Asbury were Canonsburg callers last Sunday after- noon. Wray Banks, Clinton Skinner and Uissses jValters of Pittsburgh, and members of the Pearl omhestra, were in Washington, Monday evening, to p’ay for the St. Ratrick Day dance at Oad Fellows hall. ‘Frederick Tanter and Howard Lamb of Pittsburgh, were Washington cal'efs on Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. L. G. Mosebay were business callers in Pftsburgh last Tuesday: oe Nirs, Geo. Brown of Cherry avenue, spent four days last week at Steuben- ville, O., visiting Mr. Brown's uacle, Wm. Brown of foat place. Rev. and Mrs.tR. H. Morris of Pitts- burg, were callers in Wasbington last ‘Taesday afternoon. 3 Rev: T. J. Askew, presiding elder of Rast Pittsburgh district, left on Wed nesday morniig to resume work ov district. a Migs Ida Boyd of Pittsburgh, visit: ed-Mrs. T. H. Turner of Gibson ave ane thg past week. Mrs. H. D. Howard, who has been seriously. ill at the Washington hos: pital has eo improved that she bas been removed to the home of her par. ents, Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Frame of SorthyLincoln street. Mager Russell Thomas of ‘Cherry avenie, is seriously ill of pneumonia at this. writing. Master Samuel Manks, Jr., better kuown as “Buster,” bas been quite ili the past week. * ‘Miss Sadie Bush, who has been on the sick list for some time is improv- “ing radidly. Little Lucille, daughter of Mrs, Cora Evans, is serlous'y il] at the Wash- inston hospital. . Miss Kate Harris of Easy Chestnut street, is on the sick list. James Yancy, who is ill at the home of his parents on College street, is elighery improved. ~ Social. Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Bush of Me- Adam avenue, were given an elabor- ate Yirhday dinner last Saturday, the guests being their children, Mrs. Minnie Green, Mrvand Mrs. Nathaniel Bush, Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Patterson, Mir. and Mrs, Sashuel Henderson, Mr. and Mrs, Boyd Bush, Miss Dova Hush and Mrs. Julia Ca'dwell, a life: jong triend. A pleasant day was syent by ai! present. : Sis. Elizabeth White Platte enter- tained at a six course , dinner jast Sandiy hf honor of the twenty firsi Birthday p? her son, J. Wesley White. -PearlXie: aud Mrs, Lorenzo Bucle:. ‘Airs. Francis Comedy. Miss Hannah Avalls and Miss Ethel Butler. Sir and Mrs. Benj. Statks of South Searon, were entertained at dinner hast Sunday at the home of Mrs. Eli zaleth Gaerile of Arch street. Tre Aduit Bible class of the Naza- rech Bawist church gave a surprise duration to Rev. and Mrs. T. H. Tur- ner last Friday night at their home, 1.1 Gibson avenue. Everything was liigh'y appreciated and Rev. and irs. ‘Turner wish, through this paper, to tlayk everyone and praying God's Viessing upon them. ‘The ColeridgeTaylor cub held ite rosular session on Tuesday evening aird'vorniulated plans for a grand mu- sivale to be given in May. St. Paul A. M. E. Church. Vstal services prevailed ast Sun- day. The ventertainment_giten by the-Juniara last Thursdas was a com: plete success. Next¥Sunday Is the Second quarterly meeting at which time Ret. Bumry, presidiog elder, wil ba present. The T. B. Banks clab witsgive a chicken and waffle supper on next Thursday, March 28. Nazareth Baptist Church.” Rev. Hooe made a Sying trip to Wheeling last week where he was Joined by bis sister, Miss Alfonzs Hoos cf Follanbee, W. Va. and to- gether they Went to hear Rev. Bil'y Sunday. They also visited Steuben vile pnd were entertained at the home o: Mr. and Mrs. Mercer. Rev Hove also apent several days recenti: conductig serv.ces at Rochester, Pa. ‘Mra. Eizateth Gambie of Arch atreet, represented this church at the Haptist masa mecting at MeKeespors Tast_ week. 7 Wright Chapel. Street Car Repartee. Mrs, Genthrie, & ladsitke lady, was seated in the trolley carwby the side of a perfect stranger (an almost pe>- fectly perfect stranger), who was get: Ung even by sitting by her side. And +9-Mrs. Genthrie, that ladylike {mita- lon, she says to that stranger, says the: ~ “What time fs it by your watch, please?” : * Aug.the stranger, says Be: “I don't know.” “But you just looked at it,” parsued our heroine. “1 did that,” returned the stranger. “But I didn't look at it to see what Hime it wan. Bless you, no. I looked to see if the watch was still there.” ‘You can never tell who you're sit- tieg next to—Cieveland Plain Dealer. THE “RECALL” OF A DECISION. SS Ser LO . aster - \e Nea i wees note Pp alas SN eg A ts) OG “y EY es a) f - CE" F = EGE - A fl Me ef eo SS Ey a pe OI FN Insists That Government Be Run on Sound Business Basis. STRONG PROGRESSIVE POLICY “Aoi soc gene fork Done by the Economy and Efficiéncy Com- salusiion. President dait, more en os his predecessors in the White House, has given strict attention’ to placing the government upon a business basle 2s regards its receipts and experf@i- tures. Economy and efficiency became ane of the cardinal.policies of bis ad- ministration aa soon as he entered upon the presidency and it was well for the country that. thig was 60, for bis administration ‘Inherited a deficlt in the treasury of $58,000,000, which has now. been transformed to a sur plus of $30,000,000. The average citi- ven and taxpayer will be interested in this fact because the“ problem which confronted the president at the outset, although upon a gigantic scale, was similar to that of the ordinary. shop- keeper or-business man, ‘farmer or wageearner or even housewife, who is called upon to make “both ends meet” either. in business or in the nome. . By law the oecretary of the treasury is called upon every year to submit to congress in December the “estimates” of governmental expenditures for the ae®&sfiscal year beginning the follow- ing July 1. As congress has to pro side the money to run the government the money lias to be appropriated for spceifie purposes: beforé it can be ex- tended and if thig were not done be fore the beginning of the fiscal year the machinery. of government would stop roless emergency provision coula be made. How Estimates Are Made: ‘The “estimates” are prepared by the executive departments of which each member,of the cabinet is head, The cabinet officers get the “est!- mates” In thelr respective depart. ments from their chiefs of bureaus and then combine them as the.“esti- gpates” for the department. The “es- Timates" from all departments are then cent to the secretary of the treasury to be submitted to"congress, and they then become the “estimates” for.the cost of running the entire gov- ernment during the next fiscal year. Upon these figures congress makes the greater part of {ts annual appro- priations amounting to more than one billion dollars annually. } Until 1908“k more or less lax meth- ods of making estimates for the an- ‘aval appropriations obtained through- out the government. The figures sent to congress each year, instead of show- Ing indications of a carefal “pruning” all along the line, showed there was a disposition among the departments to ve with each other In getting as large appropriations as possible without considering whether or not the money demanded could be advan tagcously expended during the coming year, There was no standardization of supplies and the various depart- ments were paying varying prices, for the same article, In other words, business methods did net obtain in the government activities and there was no conservation of the resources of the treasury department. . ‘What President Taft Did. ‘As soon as President Taft took office this eystem ceased. At the outset President Taft Impressed upow his cabinet officials the absolute necessity of economy ahd efficiency in their de: partments, He adnictisted them -bat not a dollar beyond fiat wna neces: sary to run the covernaien: eticiently mothe depsrtmen:s, ct: iiding a fait margin fot progress “hich te 9 part of “Ma” plumped him down on a couch. his Ute fat legs stuck straight out. and sbe returned te Where “pa? was standing and spent a few minutes ip undisturbed contemplation of the pic tures. But such contentment did not reign long. ~Ma.” called the young hopeful But “Ma” paid no attention. and a minute later ke drawled out “Ma, O, Ma,” but “ma” was deaf to the voice. Then be tried “pa.” bat noth ‘na doing. By this time the entire attention of the peeple tn the gallery had been efficiency in the program of President ‘Taft, should be asked of congress. The effect was immediate. Every depart ment began work at once to investt gate its own expenditures and to de vise ways and means of curtailing ex travagance. The result was that con: gress received the lowest estimates it had seen in years. This was followed by @ reduction in appropriations to correspond, always allowing for the natural grewth of the government's activities, which represented a net saving to the taxpayers of the coun try. President Taft was not, ‘however, satisfled that all bad been done that could be done. He realized that the departments of the government, like individuals, are naturally prone to be proud of thelr own achievements and by reason of their familiarity, with their own endeavors, often iniisted that their work was more important than the work of the other depart: ments, relatively speaking. In order to correct that evil he asked congress to’ give him $100,000 for a commission of disinterested expergs to investigate and report on ess of the gov" ernment with a view ‘fo further econ- omy and efficiency. {hus came into official being the comfuission of that ee 4 Pia commission, $mong other dv ties, was Airected to prepare the re- celpts and expenditures of the ogov- ernment om a “budget” basis, which !s the system’ followed by practically all the leading nations of the world ex cept the United States. Under this system it 1s possible for the humblest cltlgen to analyze the finances of the government at any time and to lay his finger upon the responsible political party in the event of extravagance oF of stinginess. The system under which appropriations for the govern: ment of the United States have been made has even defied the experts in their endeavors to unravel the tangled skeins of expenditures, so that {t Is a fair statement to say that no citizen of this country up to the present time has ever thoroughly understood where his taxes were expended. ‘The economy and efficiency commis- sion has already saved to tha tax payers of the country more than $3, 000,000 annually by its suggestions and. by the time it bas compleied {ts work it Is belleved ten times this sum can be saved annually to the tax payers. In the matter of railroad fare for government efficials alene, it has found that $13,000,000 was expended in a single year at the highest pre vailing railread rates. At least a fourth of this can be saved by the application ef business methods such as President Taft hes applied and has insisted aball be appited te all the de- partments ofcthe gevernment. TAFT BELEGATES Presidemt Taft kad on March 15, 1912, the fellewing instructed dele gates te the Bepublicam national con- vention, whieh will meet at Chicago on June 39, 1818, as fellews: Alabama ....-..- sce eeeeeeeeee en AS District of Columbm .........0.0...2 Florida ......0ccccceeeseeeepeceee od? Georgia 2... eeeeee eee eeneee ene 82 TOWS .occecccececrerecsccceecsseees 8 Indiana ......eeseeeeneeeeeeeeee ese ® New Mexiee 2.2.0... c.ceeeeeeeee T Oklaboma ........000ee-ceeeeceeree & PDIIPPAROS . 2... eeeeeeeeeeceeeseeen 2 South Omewlima .......ceeeeeee eee Th Tenmessoe ..;.eseceesceeeseeeeeee ld Virginia ....cceccseserecs soveeene edd TOA)... eee e eee cece ce eeee enol BL Necessary fer a eheice..........539 Ne Brass Band. Brass bands and megaphones have not been needed te herald the accom: piishmeats of the administration of President Taft. AN of the great achievements fer which the president is directly responsible bave been ac: complished quietly and without the slightest semblance of noise or dius ter, The roters of the coun:ry dle played their falth in President Taft and his polietes in 1908, and they are prepared to again register thelr a lgianee to bis cause. 7 detracted trom the pictures to the Ift- tle episode that was being carried on under their eyes. 3 Utterly unconsclox> «f the diserston he had created, the sittle man called. “Ma, please, ma,” Dut still no answer, then, undauted. be agaic tried “pa” but without success. ‘Then, beaving a big sigd. he revbed bis eyes with bis fists, yawned, sat up. and Daret out with: “Ma; say, ma I'm tired fooking at these flat pictures. Let's go downstairs and see the atuffed enes."—Chicago Tribune: CHOICE OF TAFT “18 SURE DEFEAT Party Men Refuse To Commit Political Suicide For Him DIXON WARNS CANDIDATES Roosevelt Supporters Demand That Voters Have Chance to Express Preference for Nation’ e Highest Office. ie —= (Wm Hamlin, Special Correspondent.) ‘Washingtob, D. C.—"When the Chi- cago convention meets in Ji jut of 1,000 delegates there assembJed, least half of them will be m@mbers of congress, senators and men po tical life whose political fortunes are absolutely dependent on the selection by the convention of man who can win, “These men are not going to delib- erately commit political suicide by naming a candidate.of the Republican party for President.a man they know cannot -be elected.” ‘The foregoing is trom Senator Jo- seph M. Dizon, campaign manager for the Roosevelt supporters, and sets forth briefly, but c’early, the pivotal fesue of the great fight now being ‘waged in the Republican party for its leadership. 7 “It 18 generally conceded by astute poiiticlans that Taft's renomination as the party’s leader in the fall campaign means disastrous defeat at the hands of the Democrats, no matter whom the nominee of that party may be. Even some of ‘Tett's closest friends recognize the fact that he can- not be elected in November, and they are highly embarrassed by the post tion in which they find themselves, “Do the Taft managers want to force an empty nomination at the con- vention at the point of a bayonet, an action which they know, will be repu- diated at the polls?” Is the qyestion more than one prominent Republican leader is baving presented to him. ‘That Theodore Rooseveltyis the only man within the Republicait party: to- day who has a chance of being elected over a Democrat is the gincere con- vietion of close observers, who have carefully analyzed the situation and tested the sentiment in aH parts of the copntry. There are many who now believe that Taft would be the w et cand!- date the Republicans mig select in the Chicago convention. Change In Four Years. | “Four years from this time,” de clares Senator Dixon, the Rootevelt manager, “nominations for President of both parties wi'l be made through Presidential preference primaries of the voters themselves.”, |The demand for the preference | Primary is the fundamental issue of the Roosevelt campaign, and it is be |ing bitterly opposed by the Taft sux: ‘porters, who fear any expression of public opinion with regard to the par- ty, nomination in June. “The great Republican states of the north do not propose to allow the Fed- eral machine to dictate ther nominee for Presitfent,” continugdg Senator Dix- ‘on, “‘and our sole purposecis to name at Chicago @ man for Pegeent whose ‘name will bring hope of Republican success in November. . | “If the Republican yoters of the ‘country, the men upon whom we must Tely for success at the pol's, desire ‘the nomination of Taft we will wilting: ‘ly agree to that. If the Republican 'yoters want Colonel Rosevelt nomin ‘ated, go man, in bis desire tor Repub: lican success, should refuse the test. | “Inspired by this feeling alone, we have used every endéavoe to secure ‘some plan of co-operation, with the ‘Taft managers for a genuine exfires. “sion of the sentiment of the Republi jcan yéte?s. So far, they have ‘stub: |vorn!y refused to join in any move. hate toward that end.” Jt is held that the Taft manasers, iin their desire to misiead the people jare misleading themes'evs, ih that. in ‘thefr list of delegates they have de- 'liberately claimed every delegate as ‘an “instructed Taft delegate,” where the instruct'oa has not pastively been |for Colonel Roosevelt, They have al |e0 included in the list every contested |district in the south. Asa matter of |co'd fact, it is argued by the Roose: [eit people, that the entire list of southern detecates so far named in | Mississippi, South Carolina, Alabama land Virginia does not contain more ‘than 57 Taft delegates. The whole i number chesen is about 100. In New Mexico, it is pointed out by the Roese- Yelt manggers, of the elsht del® gates elected recently six e for Roosevelt, first, last and all the time. Are Roosevelt States. It is the first conviction of Colonel Rooseve't’s. friends bere that when the Republican states of the north- west get inte action they wi'l te.! the real story of Roosevelt»and Taft strength and that when these states ‘get threugh there will be no question as to the suecess of Colonel Roeseve't. ‘The reports dally being received at che Reovevelt headquarters trom we Btate in the Union shew arm evér- overwhelming drift of Republican sen timent fer Roosevelt's nomigation. According to these reports the feel jing is watwernal that bis nemination [end leadership means his election In | Neveraber, while the nomiastien of Taft means cotemity for the party. For fastence, the tremendous grewth of Reoseve't sentiment in the tate of Indiana has alarmed the Taft mechine, ead forced it to take extra- erdinary measures in the effort to se. ‘gure the election of Taft Colegates. ‘The Taft machine in Indiana is borsed now by ex-Senator Hemenway. who was most active in opposition to the nomination of Tat four years a30. Fearing an expiosio:to! Roosevelt sen iment Hemenway hastily arranged to jhave the convention in bis bome dis- trict called carly in the expectation of oeing able to jam through resoiutions jfavoring the candidacy of Taft and .n tatregting delegates that Ways Fix Up the Stable. ‘A emcll investment will fix up al- most any stable, With a few more windows and come ventilating Sues, the result will be thoroughly valuable. the Milk Supply. Governmental control of the milk supply like that of tbe meat supply ‘of the country, is advocated by a prominent Mitnots physician. —$<$—_——_ Clean Milk. ‘The west milk i quickly contam!- nated. tf left uncovered within or out- aide 8 refrigerator. / ws ‘The whole object of these “early~ conventions is to throttle any expres- sion of sentiment by the Repablicen Voters of Indiana and to thwart their desire to participate in the-election of their Presidential candidate. Stubbs Notifies Taft. Despite the recent notification by Governor W. R. Stubbs of Kansas, that the most disreputable methods to force the election of Taft detegates to the convention are in vogue by the Taft supporters in that state, It is now re ported that no change has been made. Governor Stubbs bas, therefore, put the whole responsibility upon’ the shoulders of the Taft campaign man- agera and their candidate, In his telegram to the President, Governor Stubbs sald: “Your representatives and political managers in Kansas are using every means in their power to prevent Pres- {dential preference primaries’: belng held in this state. Fully ninety per cent of the Republican voters will be disfranchised if their tactica prevail. Federal patronage is being dangled defore the eyes of committeemen, and thoroughly disrdputable methods are in use to influence the election of del- egates favorable th you. % “If it 1s disreputable and ausnouel to use money to élect a United Stat senator in Ilinols or any other state, why is it not equally dishonest to use Federal patronage to nominate & President of the United States? Walle a vast number of Republicans di agree with yoyr policies, you bave been given eredit for good motives and high standards, and I do not wish to insinuate that you. are personally responsibie for those methods. But you are the beneficiary, and after the tacts are presented to you, it you do riot publicly condemn them, you must | necessafily share the responsibility. “Are you in favor oft distranchising a vast majority of the Republicans of this state by using the caucus and convention system where not one Re- publican out of 20 will have any voite whatever in expressing thelr choice for President? “Do you approve the use of Federal patronage to control the selection of delegates to a national convention? “Do you not know that Federal of- fices represent the same value as money as an influence in electing del- egates to a convention?” ‘Matyland for Teddy. Present indications are that thera will be a solid delegation for Roose- velt from the state of Maryland. Son- ator Dixon bases bis belief of this upon the views presented recently at a meeting of more than 200 represen- tative Republicans and leaders from all parts of the state, which was beld in Baltimore. “There waa a general disctesion of the progressive campaign.” said Sena- tor Dixon, in speaking of the gather- ing. "The view was unanimous that the election of a solid delegation for Roosevelt was assured. There is @ bill pending in the legislature now providing for a Presidentlal prefet- ence-primary. It is opposed by the organization of both parties, but the sentiment of the voters of the state is overwhemilngly in favor of its enact- ment.’ The pressure of public sentt: ment upon the legis'ature is practical- Jy certaig to overcome the opposition ‘of the machines. ‘There 1s no ques- tion whatever as to the preference of the great majority of the Republicam yoters of Maryland, and {t will mant- fest itself in the selection of the dele- gation.” ° Pinchot Scores Club. The recent action: of the Union League club, which voted am indorse- ment of the Taft atiministration, has aroused a great deal-of feeling among Progressives everywhere. In regard to the club's action, “Amos Pinchot, brother of the former chief forester of the country, ‘sald: “It is 'amentable that a club, formed to uphold the laws of Abraham Lin- co‘n, should now come out on the side azainst. which he would-be fighting | with all his strength if ie were alive | today. ‘The whole report of the club breathes an utter distrust in the In- | teliigence, and even the intentions, of the average American cltizen. “Roosevelt has made recommenda- tions to give the average man more say in conducting public business. His recommendations’ with regard to court decisions, by which the people may review the work of the courts, has thrown the Union League club into a panic. ‘These gentlemen seem to for- get that the United States is the only country, practica'ly, where judges 1n- terpre! the constitution. 2 “As a matter of fact the peopte do not want more than a square deal on ang subject. If they get that they al ways feel lucky. Any man of sense who has thought serious'y of the con- ditions in this country must see that | tke danger to our institutions lies not in increasing the power of the peeple, but in the present power ‘of business and politics over government. We can have neither stability nor secur- ity until a just balance of power fs es- tablished, and until the feeling of help- leseness which the people have today {s discipated by giving them at least part of the power which rightly be- longs to them.” - CAMPAIGN BRIEFS. “Tim Woodruff, notorious as “Old Guard" leader in New, York, admits that Colonel Roosevelt will split the New York delegation to the national convention. 4 - The formal entry of former United States Senator Albert J. Beveridge, ‘ef Indiana, which took place at Indian. apelis Mast week, has aeceterated the popular interest great'y. ‘A poll ta%en from the Lincoln, Nev braske, Journal, shows: Roosevelt, ' 1i20,pLa Foilette, 371; Taft, 310. From Jowa the following poll hav come from the Orange City Herald, at the county scat of Sioux county: Rooseve't, 54; Taft, 16; Cummins, 17. A straw vote taken by a newspaper at Mt. Carmel. Pa., stows that senti- ment {8 strong’y in favor of Colonel Rooserelt. 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