Pittsburgh Courier

THIS PAPER IS NOW READ BY 10,000 COLORED PEOPLE WEEKLY THE PITTSBURGH COURIER. ELMORE THREATENS NEGRO PAY ROLL HON. HARRY W. BASS SOON TO VISIT HERE VOL. III. NO. 17. ELMO HON. HARRY SOON TO Father of Emancipation Proclamation Exposition Bill and Member of Legislature. HE IS A MAGNETIC SPEAKER Philadelphia, Pa., April 12, 1912. Honorable Harry W. Bass of Philadelphia, first and only colored member of the Pennsylvania Legislature, will be in Pittsburgh between April 23 and April 28, exact date and the place to be announced later, to speak in interest of the Emancipation Proclamation Exposition, to be held in Philadelphia in September, 1913. He will be accompanied by Dr. Wm. M. Slowe, chief organizer, a well-known professional man of Philadelphia and a close political and social friend of Mr. Bass, as well as a forceful public speaker and a leader in racial affairs. While here, these men will open the Western Pennsylvania headquarters in Pittsburgh, which will be in charge of Thomas H. Browne, assistant organizer and Walter W. Scott of Pittsburgh. A True Representative. HONORABLE HARRY W. BASS, member of the Pennsylvania Legislature from Philadelphia. A word regarding the personality of our pioneer legislator: Mr. Bass went to Harrisburg, and has dignified hearing, courtesy of other sensible realization of race conditions, punctuality to duty, earnest faithfulness, in committee work, eloquence on the floor and regularity in voting on proper measures, if all other man could have the. He won and established the piece of the governor and state officials as well as members of the legislature. This is the expression of the leading colored men of Philadelphia in appreciation of the work of Mr. Bass during his first term. Mr. Bass is a brainy and successful attorney and an eloquent public speaker. Hard Work Brought Him Success. Smull's Legislative Handbook gives the following biographical sketch of him: "Harry W. Bass of Philadelphia, as born in West Chester, Chester county, Pa. November 4, 1866; educated in the public schools of his native town and was graduated from Lincoln University, Chester county, in class of 1866; studied law at Howard University and the University of Pennsylvania, graduated from the late in 1896; has always taken an accepart in Republican politics; was ceded to the House of Representatives in November, 1910, and is the man of his race to hold this office. His Growing Achievement. During his term of office Mr. Bass stood as a champion for his Race. I has safeguarded their every inter- its most noteworthy accomplishment that reflects great credit on it was the bill introduced by Mr. as providing for an Emancipationervation in Philadelphia next year. In the view that many of our read may acquaint themselves with the divisions of that act. The Courier with reproduces the bill: AN ACT. providing for an exhibition and celebration in Philadelphia to commemorate the fiftieth anniversary of the Emancipation Proclamation; creating a Commissionm to conduct time, and making an appropriation erefor. Section 1. Be it enacted, &c. That Governor is hereby authorized to act a Commission, composed of persons, whose duty it shall be arrange for and conduct, during the t week of September, one thousand e hundred and thirteen, in the city Philadelphia, an exhibition and celitation to commemorate the fiftieth anniversary of the Emancipation Proclamation. Such exhibition and celitation shall be so conducted as (Continued on Page Eight.) PAPER DRAWS COLOR LINE IN VOTING CONTEST Race Resents the Insult By Advising Withdrawal of Its Patronage. MANLY STAND WAS TAKEN In one of the large cities of the country a certain newspaper opened a voting contest for women. The prize for the winner was announced as being a trip to Europe. One of the bright, intelligent young colored women of the town entered the contest and had received 800 votes when the manager of the contest found out her racial identity and informed the young lady that she was not eligible, so it is said. This is but another instance of the unfair treatment which respectable, honest and industrious colored people are daily receiving at the hands of the so called best white people. From such injustice and hypocrisy may God deliver us. When the action of the contest manager became known one of the prominent colored citizens of the town immediately advised every member of his race who had been reading the paper which drew the color line to read it no more. This was a manly stand to take, and this hoped that his advice will be strictly adhered to. Nothing is so mean and base as the act of one person or persons to withhold from others that which is legally and civilly due them simply because of their color. When one looks at the present status of things, however, from a moral standpoint and from the standpoint of honesty it would seem that the colored people should rather rejoice in the fact that they are not of the class here spoken of. As Dr. Boyker T. Washington well says, we belong to a young race, a race which has opposition and prejudice to fight, a race whose future is before and not behind it. If others would be mean and low and cowardly, let us be good and kind, honest and brave. MEETING HELD TO PROTEST AGAINST LYNCHING Cambridge and Boston Women Are Alive To the Best Interest of the Race. Under the leadership of Mrs. Mary James a well attended mass meeting to protest against lynching was held in the St. Stephen Baptist church in Cambridge, Miss., recently, at which Mrs. M. C. Hall of Boston presided. The women of Cambridge, Boston and vicinity are alive to the best interest of the race and are more determined in their efforts to create public sentiment against the lynching of human beings than ever before. Among those who delivered strong addresses on the subject besides Mrs. James were Mrs. Addle H. Jewell, Mrs. C. G. Morgan, Mrs. Alexander Wright and the Rev. Johnson W. Hill. Mrs. J. W. Hill is also much interested in the work and assisted in opening the meeting. It was decided to hold such meetings monthly and arrange to have different speakers each time in order to get the views of a larger number of those interested in this work for the protection of human life. There is no mistake about it, agitation along right lines is bound to bring good results. There was a time when bloodhounds were used almost solely to hunt down runaway slaves. That wholesome pastime having lost its usefulness in that particular, bloodhounds are used now in various ways and for various purposes, the latest being to run down the white murderers who shot up the Hillsville (Va.) court. HON. W. H. LEWIS TO ADDRESS CONVENTION Columbus, O. The Ohio Constitutional convention voted to adjourn since May 11. The delegates also voted to invite W. H. Lewis, Assistant Attorney General of the United States, to address them on some date before adjournment. The convention previously has voted down resolutions to invite Senator La Follette and Eugene V. Debbs to speak. The Pittsburgh Courier is on file Carnegie Institute Periodical Rooms. WATCH THE COURIER GROW. Work, Integrity, Tact, Temperance, Prudence, Courage, Faith. PROF. HAWKINS' WORK FOR THE A.M.E. CHURCH Lauds the Present System of Raising Funds For Current Expenses. NEW PLANS FOR THE FUTURE BY GEORGE FRANCIS KING. Raleigh, N. C.-One of the most important questions to be considered by the general conference of the A. M. E. church at its session in Kansas City, Mo. in May is the selection of a secretary for the financial department of the denomination. Because of its importance keen interest is being manifested by the ministry and laity of the church. The import, of this office is made appreciable by the following utterances of the able orator, educator, successful business man and commissioner of education for this denomination. Professor John R. Hakkins of Kittrell, N. C. He says: "Our present system is acknowledged to be a good one, und so far it has PROFESSOR JOHN R. HAWKINS. worked well. The marvel of the age is the success that attends the efforts of the A. M. E. church in raising money and maintaining its several departments. The dollar money alone is the bedrock of this great system. A membership of nearly $00,000 contributes annually nearly a quarter of a million in 'dollar money'. This much has been done, too, without any general or specific plan having its origin in or being centered in our financial department, thus making this department a mere receiving station and depository for distribution. "To my mind, we have reached the point when it is absolutely necessary to inaugurate some plan by which we may reach a greater number of our members and collect from them even a larger percentage of the dollar contemplated by the originator of our 'dollar money' system. "For some time I have been trying to work out some scheme to submit to our hardworking ministers by which their burdens would be made lighter and their work more satisfactory to themselves because of the success that would naturally follow. The hour is ripe for action. Our people are much worked up over the idea of doing for themselves, building their own churches, maintaining their own schools and supporting their own organizations." (Continued on Page Eight.) The board of Manazers meeting convened in Braddock, Friday, March 29, 1912. It was decided they would purchase a cow for the Eastbrook Home, with the aid of the club women and friends. The president, Mrs. Mary Mathews appointed the following committee to have charge of raising money and purchasing the cow: Mrs. Bessie Batch, Washington, Pa. chairlady; Mrs. Fannie L. Nevels of Braddock, secretary; Mrs. Eva Williams of Pittsburgh, treasurer. The committee is doing all in their power to have the cow at the farm bg. the first of May, which will cost $60. Any member of cr friend of the club wishing to donate any money from 25 cents to $25, will kindly remit to the secretary of the committee, Mrs. Fannie L. Nevels of 534 Corey avenue, Braddock, Pa. or before April 25, 1912. Stamped: Mrs. Mary Mathews, president of board of managers; Mrs. Fannie L. Nevels, secretary of committee That Point of View Mr. Rooster-The trouble with you. Mr. Owl, is that you keep had hours. Everybody ought to go to bed about sunset and get up just before daylight-"Life. PITTSBURG. PA., APRIL 13, 1912. "SAYS THEY MUST NOT THINK OF STEWARD" Colored Men Have Only To Remember Similar Threat He Made Two Years Age. PAY ROLL IS NOT SCARED With the above ultimatum the saloonkeeper Boss of Center avenue pands down his final orders to the Negro payroll of the First Legislative district, where Frank R. Steward is fairly running away with the nomination and throwing the Geary-Stein following into hysterics, backed, as he is by the support of the Oliver faction, and the loyal and unprecedented support to a man of his own people, whose choice he is. The Negroes have only to remember the similar threat made by Elmore two years ago, when he bragged that he could vote every "nigger" In his district. They showed him then, and they promise to show him this time by handing the district to Steward in the face of threats and all the scheming the Boss can command. His usual trick of giving Negroes temporary jobs on the payroll will not go down this year; for the Negroes know how soon they were all discharged two years ago as soon as the election was won for Elmore; and they positively refuse to be led to slaughter any more. A Steward meeting was held in Elmore's ward, ye right in his district, last night and the Negroes then and there renewed their pledge to Steward, and declared to a man that they would cast their own vote without the aid of any white man in the booth with them; and added that they would see that their vote is counted as cast. After this rousing meeting Elmore is reported as saying "its all up, the darkles have quit me." This confession of defeat is but an encouragement to the Negroes to come out to the polls and cast their vote on tomorrow, when the final test will be made. We can not nominate Steward by remaining at home; the man who is for Steward and remains at home is a gaonst him; for the only way to get representation in Harrisburg is by voting, not talking. The primaries are on Saturday, 13th, and the hours for voting are from 2 to 8 p.m. If you are at work, tell your employer that your interests are at stake, and you must get sufficient time to go and cast your ballot for Frank R. Steward. EMANUEL JACKSON BURIED WITH HONORS EMANUEL JACKSON BURIED WITH HONORS The funeral services of Emanuel Jackson, one of Pittsburgh's best known and most highly respected citizens and business men, who died on Wednesday, April 3, in Chicago, after a brief illness, were held at the late residence, Bingham and Thirteenth streets, South Side, Sunday evening, April 7, at 6 o'clock, the services being conducted by Rev. P. A. Scott of Bethel A. M. E. church of which Mr. Jackson was a highly respected member and was assisted by Rev. Mr. Lloyd, pastor of the Bingham Street M. E. church, and Rev. J. W. Riley of West Elizabeth. Appropriate music was rendered by a special quartet from Bethel church. The deceased was a prominent member of the Odd Fellows fraternity, and was buried with the honors of that order. The pal bearers were J. H. Page, H. Anderson, John Henry, Andrew Terry, Henry Pulpress and Lennuel Googins Sr. The floral offerings were profuse and expensive and generously attested the esteem in which Mr. Jackson was held both in Chicago and Pittsburgh. He was laid to rest in Homewood cemetery on Monday morning at 10 o'clock. The whole community shares the bereaved family in the loss of this good man. MARRIAGE LICENSES ISSUED DURING WEEK Emmanuel Phillips ... Pittsburgh Annie Nathaniel ... Pittsburgh Thomas Logan ... Pittsburgh Emma Smith ... Pittsburgh Lalis Thompson ... Pittsburgh Helene Dehely ... Pittsburgh Amos Nelson ... Pittsburgh Laura Boyd ... Pittsburgh William Mills ... Oakdale, Pa. Margaret Wooten ... Oakdale, Pa. William Anderson ... Pittsburgh Ida Bell Alien ... Pittsburgh William Baltimore ... Pittsburgh Mary Witcher ... Pittsburgh NOTICE. ALL OUT-OF-TOWN NOTES MUST BE IN THIS OFFICE BY WEDNESDAY NOON. TO ALL AGENTS—WE FIND IT NECESSARY TO MAKE OBLIGA- TORY UPON ALL AGENTS TO SEND REMITTANCE WITH NOTES TO INSURE PUBLICATION. MUST HAVE CHURCH NEWS TUESDAY. SUBSCRIBE FOR THE COURIER. Brief Mention of Two Race Leaders Who Are Helping the Masses. GOOD INFLUENCE OF W.E. KING Dallas, Tex.—With due respect to the scores of our people in this state who are daily doing all in their power for the development of our race here and throughout the nation, Texas really can boast of at least two real leaders who are progressive and constructive. One is the Hon. R. L. Smith, the moving spirit of the Farmers' improvement society and president of its bank, and the other is the original of the cut-illustrating this article, the Hon. W. E. King, editor of perhaps the most widely read paper in the southwest, the Dallas Express. Mr. King hails from Mississippi. Hails is the word, for he belongs to most every secret fraternity in Texas, and members of few organizations can ask him from where he halls, or whatever word their ritual prescribes, for he is able to meet the requirements of their code as to state limitations. Sometimes he has to answer in a half dozen or more different ways, but finally he locates his accoster, and with an iron grip that is characteristic of the indomitable spirit that pushes him upward and onward he grasps as man to man the hand offered him and slaps his newly made friend on the back and says, "Glad to meet you, brother." Editor King makes friends easily, and probably no man has a larger personal acquaintance in Texas than he, and along with Bill McDonald he shares the honor of being the best known man in Texas. As the editor of a paper of fearless convictions and the possessor of a peculiar style of writing what he says is read, and what he says is readable. Few people in Texas fail to know of the Dallas Express, but invariably they refer to it as King's paper. The Dallas Express, not just as a paper, but as a business institution of merit. When he dies he wants his only monument to be the Dallas Express, and the flowers for which he craves after death are the bright eyed, big brained, EDITOR W. R. KING. level headed young men and women he hopes to leave in charge of his paper and its plant. Some men accuse Mr. King of being stern—very stern—but no aspiring youth ever found him other than sympathetic. His greatest enemies are men against whom he had no ill thoughts, but fought because they heeded not the cry of the colored youth and persistently helped to close the door of opportunity against them. At present Mr. King is the leading spirit among the men of the race who are fighting Cecil Lyon, whom he terms the Lilly White destroyer of the Republican party and its principles in Texas. Others are fighting Lyon secretly and under cover, but the editor of the Express fights always in the open and when racial interests are at stake asks for no quarter and gives none. He gives his time and money and space in his paper to the present fight, and so far as is known not one has given anything to further the fight or assist him. Alope he has braved the storm and stood like a stone wall against the enemy. (Continued on page Five.) the board of managers for the Home for Aged and Infirm Colored Women are at work on plans for the annual fair and dinner which will be held this year on Thursday, May 2, 1912, at the Old City hall. Market street, Pittsburgh, Pa. The management asks that all social and fraternal organizations hold this date open, so that the many friends and well wishers of the home might attend. Travel. No less than $12,000,000 is now paid annually by the American government for the traveling expenses of its officials in the several branches. THE SOUTH IS NOT FREE FROM PEONAGE AFRO-AMERICAN LEAGUE ENDORSED TEDDY ROOSEVELT Asks Its Members To Vote At Primaries For Candidates In His Interest HOPE LIES IN EX-PRESIDENT The Afro-American League of Westmoreland county, Pennsylvania, has endorsed Theodore Roosevelt for President of the United States and asks its members to vote at the Republican Primaries to be held April 13, 1912, for the following candidates in his interest: For Delegates to the Republican National convention: John C. Dight, Butler county. William C. Peoples, Greensburg, Pa. For Alternate Delegates to the Republican National Convention: James B. Hammond, Bollvar, Pa. John P. Carroll, Ligonier township. For Delegates to Republican National State Convention: First Legislative District: Dr. J. W. Sbelar, Mt. Pleasant, Pa. Second Legislative District: W. S. Wible, Greensburg, Pa. Geo. K. Kline, Allegheny township. J. Q. Waters, West Newton, Pa. G. H. Thomas, Monesen, Pa. Elmer Henderson, Trafford, Pa. GEO. H. HOLLEY, President Afro-American League. E. E. Robbns for Congress, Denny C. Ogden for State Legislature. BOOKER T. WASHINGTON GUEST OF ROSENWALD Addresses Many Meetings In Chicago and Thousands Are Turned Away. Chicago.—Dr. Booker T. Washington left here for the east, after having spent a week in Chicago as the guest of Julius Rosenwald, the philanthropist, and trustee of Tuskegee Institute. Dr. Washington delivered more than 15 addresses during the week. The largest meeting was at Orchestra hall. The educator spoke under the auspices of the Chicago Sunday Evening club, and fully 8,000 persons tried to crowd into the auditorium, thousands being tuned away. The Tuskegee speaker at Sinai Temple, the largest Jewish house of worship in Chicago. Then again hundreds were unable to secure admission, so great was the rush to hear Dr. Washington. Dr. Washington addressed the Chicago Colored Young Men's Christian association. When he appeared on the platform escorted by Mr. Rosenwald, he was accorded an ovation lasting several minutes. Great enthusiasm was also shown when he met with the Chicago Local Negro Business league, of which Dr. George C. Hall is president. During the week Dr. Washington addressed the Commercial club, the City club, the Chicago School of Civics, the Missionary Society of the Second Baptist church and the Jewish Training school. JOHN WESLEY A. M. E. CHURCH RECEPTION C. A. Anderson, manager of the grand leap year reception, Monday evening, April 29, is putting forth every effort to make this affair one of financial success. The ladies are choosing their company for the evening, but there are a few gentlemen whose company has not been engaged yet. The following program has been arranged by Mrs. A. L. Anderson. An orchestra engaged to assist the V. C. E. choir in the musical selections: Attorneys Vann and Randolph will make addresses, subjects, announced later. Mrs. Cora Boykin, the song bird, will be heard in solo. The matrons of honor are Madames Julia Marie Craig, Annie Strothers, Lillie Atterson, Ida J. Taylor and Anne Harris. The contestants on the gold watch and diamond ring contest are working diligently. As the pastor. Dr. Lee, leaves the next morning, April 30, for general conference, Carlette, N. C. Any little remembrance will be thankfully received. Flying Too High. "Do man dat alts wants de biggest an' de most of everything," said Uncle Eben, "in liable to pick up an ostrich an' overlook de turkey bird." FIVE CENTS A COPY ROLL IS NOT OM PEONAGE There Are Many States in Which This Form of Slav- ery Still Exists. EXTENT OF THE EVIL NOTED Washington.—Colored citizens generally are very often heard to complain bitterly that the federal government does not enforce the war amendment of the constitution. Much that the federal government does in this respect very often goes unnoticed. Undoubtedly the most important of these amendments, if any one of them may be said to be more important than another, is the thirteenth amendment, which abolished slavery and which was intended to secure to every man the right to individual liberty and freedom from servitude of any kind except as a punishment for crime whereof he has been duly convicted. Therefore the decision of the supreme court in the Alonso Bailey case, rendered by Mr. Justice Hughes, holding unconstitutional the state law of Alabama which held Bailey as a peon, in which Attorney General Wickersham and Assistant Attorney General Harr appeared, was a distinct triumph for the cause of freedom. It should be remembered that it was not the official duty of the attorney general to appear in this case, but his act was wholly voluntary in the interest of the enforcement of the thirteenth amendment and the peonage statutes. The report of the attorney general for 1911 gives two pages to the subject of the indemnification of the peonage statutes. The report says: The vigorous enforcement of the statutes against peonage, conducted by the department in the last few months, has led to its being toward stamping out that form of involuntary servitude in many districts, but in some of the southern states this practice appears to be still quite extensively carried on. Prosecutions under the peonage statutes have been instituted in nearly all the southern states and in a few states not in the south. The reports also recommends that—The statutes of the United States upon the subject of peonage and slavery should be amended to render them more effective for the protection of persons against slavery and involuntary servitude except as a punishment for crime. Make Amendment More Binding. Here it would seem is a large field for the workers of the race to secure from congress laws necessary to render more effective the thirteenth amendment and thus make more secure the lives and liberty of our brethren in the south. The records will show that prosecutions of persons for violating the peonage statutes have been instituted in Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, North Carolina South Carolina, Virginia, West Virginia, Tennessee, Texas and other states. Convictions have resulted in Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, Missouri, North Carolina, Virginia and West Virginia, with prosecutions still pending in Kentucky, Louisiana and Texas. In a number of cases prison sentences have been imposed upon men of wealth and standing, in addition to being sentenced to pay heavy fines. The local United States attorneys have had the assistance of special agents of the department of justice and the assistance of special attorneys in the prosecution of these cases. Great credit should be given them for the courage and vigor with which they have tried to enforce these laws under circumstances where juries might be expected to be slow to convict. (Continued on Page Eight.) SONS OF VETERANS TO HOLD BANQUET The Sons of Veterans Reserves of General J. B. Switzer Camp 98, Fifth Regiment. Company G, have completed their arrangements for their first banquet which will be held on Monday night, 15th, at the North Side Odd Fellows hall on Irwin avenue and Jackson street, North Side, and it will be a fine affair. The Anxiliary Ladies of 98 will serve the menu and fine music has been secured for the occasion. Ruby mines of the Mogok valley are known to have been worked since the year 1609. Just how old these mines are nobody knows, for they have produced practically all the rubies of ancient and modern times. Word From Brother Dickey. "If I can just squeeze through the Glory Gate up yonder I'll be satisfied. I don't want 'em to question me, for too close inquiries might need me do rather way."—Atlanta Constitution. Another Battle For Liberty Another Battle For Liberty Mayor William A. Magee has declared that the people of the 43rd Senatorial District must accept his brother Charles J. Magee. Mayor Magee seeks to make the people of this district Political Slaves? Serve Notice On Magee That the Magee is using the policemen to drive the colored people into line for his brother. DO YOU APPROVE OF THESE METHODS? IF NOT Vote For Vote For HIS PLATFORM-A SQUARE DEAL TO EVERY MAN WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE. CREED OR COLOR. SCOTTDALE PA. SCRANTON. PA. (By Blanche Moore.) Mrs. Richardson and niece, Miss Bessie Bond of Virginia, were callers on the Misses Moore on Saturday. Rev. J. F. Moore was called to preach in the morning at the A. M. E. Zion church in Mt. Pleasant, Pa. Sunday, the Easter exercises in the evening were among the best they ever had. The attendance was quite large. The superintendent, teachers and scholars were delighted with the collection, which was $14.55. Miss Daisy Swann of Jeannette, Pa., was calling on friends on Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. A. G. Ree attended the Easter exercises at the Morning Star Baptist church on Sunday. Morning Star Baptist Church. The Morning Star Baptist church had covenant meeting in the morning and the Holy Spirit was manifested in power and in the afternoon the Sunday school rendered a very excellent Easter program. The collection totaled $23.77, and in the evening Rev. H. H. Overton preached a very interesting and soul-stirring sermon, then quite a large number partook of the Lord's supper. The members are working hard to make the rally a financial success which will be held in the White Baptist church, Sunday afternoon, April 14. Every body is cordially invited to assist in raising money for their new church. There will be a grand entertainment given at the Morning Star Baptist church, April 16, for the benefit of said church. Charles Crittenden was calling on friends in Mt. Pleasant, Pa., on Sunday. CONNELLSVILLE. Mrs. Louisa Duncan was the guest of her mother, M. E. Ross. Bennie Latney was the guest of Miss Nettie McKenney. Misses Naomi Hilton, Myrtie Latney, Jean, Josephine, Emma Washington, C. C. Mitchell and Raymond Forbush attended the party at Vanderbilt on Friday. Misses Mary Tomphson and Tresna Bennett of Brownville, spent Sunday with Misses Mary and Leon Thompson. Ralph Brown and Thos. Salsbury of Scottdale were Connellville visitors on Sunday. Miss Hattie Bettors of Pittsburgh, spent Sunday with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Bettors. Highland Baptist Church. R.E.W. Saunders was a business caller at Unintown on Monday. Miss Dora Massey of Cumberland, Md. spent several days with her sister-in-law, Miss Mamie Massie. A number of young ladies and gentlemen attended the Easter ball on Monday. O. C. Granady of Washington, D. C. was the guest of H. C. Latney and family on Saturday. Payne A. M. E. Church. The Easter eveges at Payne A. M. E. church was well rendered and attended last Sunday. R. J. Hawkins and A. G. Bolling of Belle Vernon, Pa. were the house guests of the Misses Mamie and Sadie Tagsairt on Easter Sunday and upon their return home were accompanied as far as Uniontown, Pa., by the Misses Taggairt. Dr. J. E. Foster of Scranton, Pa. spent Sunday and Monday in the city looking over the field, thinking of a new location, but returned to Scranton on Tuesday morning. Rev. T. Taggairt, left on Tuesday afternoon for Greenshurst, Pa. to attend the district conference. Are You in Arrears on your subscription? You know WE NEED THE MONEY? (By Frederick E. Smith.) The third quarterly conference was held at Bethel A. M. E church last Tuesday evening, with Rev. T. J. Askow, D. D., presiding. The reports showed that the church in all departments was in the most healthy condition. The trustees report showed that they had raised over $5,000 during the last two months and the stewards' department has raised and paid to pastor $257.50, and for presiding elder, $25, and for other stewards purposes $20.50, making a grand total for the quarter, $5,313. The presiding elder was profused in his commendation of the pastor and the church. The quarterly meeting held March 31 was a great day at Bethel, Dr. W. O. Davis from Wilkes-Barre, and Rev. H. L. Hughes, were also present and preached the communion sermons. Last Sabbath was a great day with us, it being Easter. The pastor preached at 10:45 a. m., and the Sabbath school rendered a grand program at 3 o'clock p. m. In the evening services the Adult classes rendered the program, which consisted of songs and addresses, closing one of the most interesting and instructive day's services ever held in our church. The teachers far surpassed all previous occasions in training their child for the occasion. Another doctor has opened an office in our city, Dr. Foster. We wish him God's speed. Mrs. F. A. Crump entertained Revs. T. J. Askew and G. T. Smith at dinner last Monday evening. Geo. W. Williams came here from Buffalo, N. Y., on March 30, and at 9 o'clock p. m., was married to Miss Helen Hill. They left for Buffalo at 11:28 the same evening, where they will make their future home, Rev. G. T. Smith officiated. Miss Mary Harris attended divine services at Bethel last Sunday. The Y. W. J. A. gave their initial entertainment on the 4th. They realized over $25. Good for the Girls and congratulations for Mrs. G. W. Brown, their matron. The Pastor's Aid society. Mrs. Sarah Crump president, gave a concert on the 11th, which was one of the most elaborate and up-to-date entertainments of the season. Miss Aura Dorsey died in the 3d, and was buried from the church on the 6th. Rev. G. T. Smith preached the sermon which was most pathetic and touching. She was highly cultured and an accomplished musician. It seems a pity that one so useful should die so soon, but God knows best. The floral pieces were beautiful. The family has the heartfelt sympathy of their many friends. Mrs. H. M. Boies and J. J. Bolden attended the funeral services; Prof. Pennettton and wife from whose conservatory of music Miss Aura Dorsey graduated. Mrs. Boies has contributed $2,000 toward the new institutional church at the earnest solicitation of the pastor, Rev. G. T. Smith. A special effort is being made by the agent to increase the number of subscribers to the courier, for it is the most interesting newspaper published by the Race anywhere. The Y. M. J. will give a minstrel show at St. Lakes parish house hall on the 10th. They are rehearsing almost nightly for it and it bids fair to be a record breaker. Everybody is talking about it and the tickets are going like hot cakes. They hope to raise a hundred dollars for the building funds at this one effort. The chicken supper given by the Stewardess on Easter Monday night was a grand success in every way. last week to visit his aunt. Mrs. Biffle Piater was in Wilkes- Barre in business last week. G. W. Brown has been laid up for several days with a sprained ankle, but was able to be out to church last Sunday. Quarterly conference recommended Mrs. Judie Johnson for Evanglist- License last Monday. We congratulate her upon her courage and determination to enter this field of work. There is much to do along this line and there are but few who are willing to do the work. ERIE NOTES (By Margaret J. Kittrell) The supper that was given by the board of stewards of the St. James' A. M. E. church was a success. Mr. and Mrs. Sherman Walter and children of North East, who were visiting Mrs. Rosa Slow and mother, have returned to their home after spending a very enjoyable Easter week here. Miss Lucille Williams, who has been visiting in Youngstown and Girard, Chio, returned home. Judson Saunders of Cleveland. O. spent Easter here, the guest of Miss Kiffe Lawrence. Among the sick are Mrs Catherine Powers. William Franklin. Rosalia Greenfield. Mrs. Ella Blackburn. Cupid's dart has reached Erie and pierced the heart of one of our fashionable widows. Watch this column. Mesdames Martha Rhodes and Lula Elliott received the last four degrees Monday night in Deborah court. No. 15. After the initiation a dainty luncheon was served. Don't fall to bear in mind mother's day, the first Sunday in May. Mrs. Martha Gordon is exerting every means to interest all, both young and old, in the celebration. Margaret J. Kittrell is her assistant. Mrs. Carrie Lawson, teacher of the infant class in St. James' A. M. E. Sunday school, distributed Easter baskets among the little ones, which was a happy surprise. Allen Endeavor league will re-organize Sunday at 7 p.m. Let all the young endeavorors line up and be in readiness for the convention, which will be held here in July. FRANKLIN, PA (By Annie Burke Lawson) Rev. Walters, pastor of the A. M. E. Zion church, preached a special Easter sermon. A program was also given by the Sunday school, and an entertainment Easter Monday night. The A. M. E. Bethel church had a special Easter sermon by the pastor. Rev C. P. Hurlington, at 11 a.m. Sunday. At 7 p. m. the Allen C. E. league held their consecration meeting, led by the prayer meeting committee. Special Easter program at 5 p. m. by the Sunday school, assisted by the night choir. The Women's Mite Missionary meeting will be held the third Monday evening in April at the A. M. E. Bethel church. Elmer Augustus Carter died at the home of his mother, Mabel M. Carter, 16! Hillside avenue, at the age of 19 years, seven months and five days. The following relatives survive: His mother, Mrs. Mabel Carter; father, Simon Carter, St. Louis, Mo.; two sisters, Ida M. and Eva Carter; and his grandmother, Mrs. Lizzie Harris. The funeral services were held at the A. M., E. Zion church Saturday afternoon, April 6. The deceased was a member of the Zion church and was superintendent of the Sunday school at the time of his death. The pall bearers were Eugeue Patterson, Canvas Henderson, James Jones, John Perdue, Vivian Lawrence and David Lawson. visting friends in Philadelphia. Seth Stevens is still quite ill at his home. Jerry Allen, who underwent an operation recently at the Franklin hospital, has returned to his home. Mrs. Irene Hawkins, who has been ill, was removed to her mother's home last week. Mrs. Amanda Scott entertained Rev. and Mrs. C. P. Hurrington and grandmother, Pauline Lewis, and Miss Sarah E. Roy and Donald Lawson at dinner: Sunday evening. Mrs Florence Williams was an Easter visitor in Pittsburg Sunday. Mrs. Mary Manly and two children of New Brighton, Pa., were Easter guests of her brother, D. C. Leland. OIL CITY, PA. (By Valera Johnson) The Easter services were well attended last Sunday. At the morning service the infant son of Rev. and Mrs. Payne and the little daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Bolden were baptized. Sunday is quarterly meeting day. Everyone come out, especially for the evening service, at which time the presiding elder will be with us. The body of Jerry Joplin, son of Mr. and Mrs. John Joplin of Pittsburgh, was brought here for burial Monday. Brief services were conducted at the cemetery by Rev. H. G. Payne. The following young men acted as pall bearers: George Milton, Archie Galloway, William Jenkins and Charles Henson. Mr. and Mrs. Joplin and family were former residents of this city. Friends are pleased to learn that Mrs. Alfred Turner, daughter of Mrs. John Ashby of this city, is improving. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Collins and family have moved to 226 Bessell avenue. Frank Bello, our popular caterer, who underwent an operation at the hospital last week, is doing nicely and his many friends wish him a speedy recovery. Robert Green spent Easter in Jefferson, the guest of Miss Josephine Myers. Mrs. John Grayson of Monongalia spent Easter with her daughter, Mrs. H. G. Payne. Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Johnson have moved in their new home, 20 Phinney street. Master Charles Bolden, who has been quite sick, is improving. CHARLEROI CHARLEROI (By Mabel J. Webster) Easter morning at 10:45, Rev. L. V. Jones preached an excellent sermon, and at 12:00 the children's exercises were carried out to the lover. The choir rendered a grand program at 7:45. Easter Minute was in Charleston radio. Mrs Laura Bryans of Mumbai sermon was waiting relatives here this week. Mr and Mrs Dale Davis of Charleston, Marlton, Mrs and Mrs Hobson, Robbout and son, Arthur and Joanna Bryans, spain Elder at Elmhurst at the home of their parents, Mr and Mrs. Stephen Bryans. Rev. L. V. Jones was a business For Congress M. B. THE COURIER For Co ISADOR Isador Sobel, of Erie, who is candidate before the Republican voters for the nomination of Congress, is one of the ablest and most consistent Republicans in Erie city. He is known in that city as a "doer of things." He is thoroughly well equipped and would make a worthy successor of Hon. Arthur L. Bates of Crawford county, who for the past twelve years has served the people of his district as well as of the state and nation so efficiently. It is freely predicted by those who have known Mr. Sobel well for more than 25 years that there is probably no other one citizen in the whole district who could take up the congressional work with so much suc- cailer at Washington this week. Mrs. Kytharine Goff left on Tuesday for West Newton, Pa., where she will visit friends. Mrs. Chas. Tyler is visiting relatives and friends in Mt. Pleasant. Rev. L. V. Jones is attending the district conference at Greensburg this week. The box social given on Monday evening by the Adult Bible class was a decided success both socially and financially. MEADVILLE MEADVILLE (By C. A. Douglass.) Services in Memory of Mrs. Samuel Pratt were held on Saturday afternoon at the bereaved home. 117 Library street, and was largely attended by relatives and friends, and there were many beautiful floral offerings. Rev. P. E. Pexel officiated. Hymns were sung by Mises Byrd Butler and Viola Glenn and Carey Kelley, Mr. Williams and Jesse Hemsley. The remains were intered in Greendale cemetery. Daniel Jackson, John R. Gordon, Isaiah Jackson and C. M. Gillespie assisting as palp bearers. Rev. S. Hall, who has been visiting friends in Cleveland, O., arrived home on Thursday, April 4. Mrs. Elmer cancaster of Jersey City, is visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Green, Sidler street. Amos Stevenson is chef at the Hosley. The several clubs at Bethel are making arrangements for the bazaar and supper to be given April 15 and 19. Robt. William's barber shop in Liberty street, has been newly papered and painted and is now among the finest in the city. It is much improved. Wm. Thomas is much improved Easter: exercises at Bethel on Sun day were excellent. In the morning the pastor preached in appropriate ermann. A clock the children rendered an interesting program consisting of songs and recitations at 7:45 p. in the choir rendered an excellent program. Monongahela (Br. Helen L. Batch.) S. B. Batch is on the sick list again. Mrs. Robecga Pheonix entertained the Misses Mayre and Katherine Jefferson and Mariah Clanton at her home last Mohday. John Grayson and R. D. Jones left on Monday for Warrington, Va., to attend the funeral of Thomas Grayson who died last Saturday. Miss Alverda Simmons was sick but is some better at this writing. Mrs. Eliza Daughery, mother of Mrs. L. J. Brooks is able to be down stairs. Master Hayes Catlin is able to be out again after being confined to his home with a severe cod. Baby Thomas was a caller of Miss Alverda Simmons on Sunday. Miss Blanche McMherson was a caller at the home of Mrs. Lena Catlin on Sunday. Every one is limited to come out and help to make 'Daisy' Day a success. Dinner will be served and then from the neighborhood towns will render their service. The classes on the A. M. E. church gave an excellent program on last Sunday. The Juvenile choir furnished the music with the assistance of Mrs. D. A. McPherson as chorister and Mrs. Smothers as organist. They rendered an excellent program. Miss Edith Simmons has returned home after a week's stay in Bancroftville. Lois Childrens was painted by a Goya master. Mrs. A. H. Simmons and Mrs. D. A. McPherson will be furnished the music for their Sunday school classes at the church on Tuesday. Edward J. Sales was a called at the home of Graces Pitts on Sunday. Emmet Camel of McDonald, called cess as could the Erie man. There is nothing narrow about Sobel. As everyone knows he is one of the most congenial of men and he is the hardest kind of a worker. He never leaves anything half done. He never forgets his friends and he is too big a man to be switched off onto any side issues for the sake of evening up old scores. He is a Republican of Republicans, but is tolerant of the views and opinions of others. Being a citizen of wide experience and having no end of determination, a man of unusual executive ability and always diplomatic, the Republicans of this district will make no mistake in selecting him to represent them in Congress. on Mrs. James Jackson of Coal street, on Monday. Miss Jessie Carpenter of Brownsville, was visiting her parents over Easter. Sim Simmons and Porter Simmons were callers in Pittsburgh on Sunday. Mrs. Mary Grayson is still visiting her daughter, Mrs. H. G. Payne of Oh City. Alfred Hamilton and Miss Miller were callers in town on Sunday. A. J. Hilton is making extensive repairs on his barber shop. J. B. Batch was a business caller in Rooedale on Tuesday. The Women's Mite Missionary society met at the home of Mrs. Smothers on Thursday of last week. After business was transacted a delightful lunch was served. Mrs. Rev. Garland spoke and quite a few visitors were present. The infant son of Mrs. Robert J. Beane is better after having a severe cold. He is also cutting teeth. McKEESPORT McKEESPORT Last Sunday was a red letter day at St. Paul A. M. E. church. Every person seemed to be moved with the spirit of missions. The altar was magnificently decorated for the occasion. In the morning the pastor, Rev. Young, delivered an excellent sermon from the subject, "He Is Risen." In the afternoon the children gave a grand entertainment which cheered the hearts of all present. At night a sacred concert was given by the choir who are known for their musical and literary abigity, hence the house was crowded from the pulpit to the door with persons who seemed to be electrified by the excellent manner in which the program was rendered. Mrs. M. Batch o. Menongahela, with little son and daughter, were guests of Wm. Montgomery and family on Sunday. Rev. Dwelle of Braddock, will preach at Bettiehle Baptist church, April 17. The choir will be assisted by Mrs. S. Jackson, who will sing a solo entitled, "I'm a Pilgrim." Mrs. G. Curey of Wickhaven, was a guest of her sister, Mrs. Pryor, for a few days this week. The Married Ladies Reading circle were entertained by Mrs. Sadie Lynch on Thursday. Business preceded the social events of the evening and at a seasonable hour a delightful collation was served. The dining room was tastefully decorated the color scheme being pink and green. The out-of-town guests were Mesdames P. A. Scott, E. Franklin, E. Banks, B. Crumpleton, M. Courtney of Pittsburg and Mrs. C. Moore of Dayton, O. Mrs. Cara Moose of Dayton, O., is visiting her sister, Mrs. Evans of Jonny Lind street. Rev. W. N. Young and family were tendered a very large Easter donation last week by the members and friends of his congregation. They brought everything imaginable for the table as well as beautified the parsonage with handsome bonquets of flowers. This abundant remembrance was the third of this conference year and will occupy a prominent place in the archives of the past. Rev. Young departed Wednesday to attend the South Pittsburgh district conference in Greensburg. R. Montgomery of Monongahela was the guest of relatives here on Monday. The following were recent out- town callers at the A. M. E. par- sonage: Dr. and Mrs. P. A. Secre- tors M. Adamson E. Franklin, R Crumpl- son, G. Courney, E. Banks of Pit- tugh and Miss R. Ody of Monessen. Miss Rose City of Monessen, tha- town visiting the Misses Lala and An- nie Hercio for several days. The concert to be given at St. Fri- day on Tuesday, April 16, is mo- nies considerable interest in music circles, don't mind to attend. The Pittsburgh Courier is on the Carnage Institute Periodical Rooms. WATCH THE COURIER GROW. The Original Poro Hair Grower 4 Years ago my Hair was only a finger length, and my temples were bald half way up my head. 4 Years ago my Hair just covered my shoulders. 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 the growth of 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; and 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 stops the falling and starts the hair to growing at once. 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 Life membership $2.00; no monthly dues, no assessments. Address all communications to the Negro National Auditorium. Association, Box 263, MKEESPORT; PA. BELLEFONTE (Leafie V. Blackburn.) St. Paul A. M. E. church is much alive; all departments are working in earnest. The grand rally plan has been launched with Mrs. Kate Green and Abraham Jackson as the leaders. They will not stop short of three hundred dollars and be satisfied. Miss Emma Overton and the S. S. board deserve much credit for the very interesting rendition by the S. S. of the cantata. "The Prince of Life" on Sunday evening. The electrical display was extraordinary. The Federation club met at the home of Miss Emma Green on last Friday evening and elected Mrs. Carrie Blackburn as their delegate to the annual convention which meets in August. Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Stewart entertained at dinner on last Sunday Mr. and Mrs. Edward Overton, Rev. and Mrs. P. J. Blackburn and Mrs. Geen Thomas. Annuity Grant of state College, spent Easter Sunday as the guest of Albram Jackson and family. Miss Hattie Hills of State College, was a weekender at the home of her parents. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Mills, Rasha B. Winn is spending Easter week visiting among friends in Pittsburgh and vicinity Albert Thompson is visiting in Look Haven and Williamsport. Mrs. Lucy Stewart is visiting her son, Robert and family, in Philadelphia. SATURDAY, APRIL 13, 1912. Poro Hair Grower MRS. L. L. ROBERTS. 4 Years ago my Hair just covered my sho-lders. 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 exe-ve right to that name; and I, alone, at bears that name. From its use, 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 training 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 Accommodations—Modern Rooms—Ladies' and Gentlemen's Dining Room, Second Floor. FRANK SUTTON, Propr. Bell Phone $323 Grant. Pittsburgh, Pa Dean of the College of Art and Science Howard University, Washington. LARGE OCTAVO, $2.00, postpaid, 12 Cents. Orders taken by Courier. FRAZIER, BROWN & CO. LICENSED EMPLOYMENT' BUREAU Rellable Position Furnished Rellable Colored: Help Our Specialty. 6321 Renn Avenue, Pittsburgh, Pa., Bell Phone 5927 Highland. 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 The Courier is For Sale by the Following Agents Thomas H. Harrison, 1310 Wylle ave. E. K. Thumm, 1400 Wylle ave. Jessie Wylle, 909 Wylle ave. Mounts Old Book Store, 602 Wylie AVE. 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. Mr. Ray Berry, 131 Chalfonte st., Beltzhoover. W. Jones, 2642 Wylle ave. Mr. John Woods, 319 Juckson st. N. S. Mrs. A. L. Anderson, 41 Arbur 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. Brooks, 226 Burton ave. Washington, Pa. Stewart F. Cook, 201 North Seventh street, Steuencville, O. Mrs. Eva Holmes, 709 6th ave. Beaver Falls, Pa. 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Much cred is due to the little folks. Miss Minna Butler, recent convert, attended the services all day at St. Paul. Miss Ella Scott is home visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Scott c Second street. THE PITTSBURGH COURIER C. W. POSEY, President. H. E. RICKMOND, Secretary. R. L. VANN, Treasurer. MAIN OFFICE: 1209 Wylie Avenue. Telephones: 2140 Grant and Hill 699-W. Published Every Saturday. 1209 Wylie Avenue, Pittsburgh. Subscription in advance, yearlyE$1.50 Six months 1.00 Three months .59 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. All remittances should be made by check, post office or express money order, and sent to Pittsburgh Courier Publishing Company, Inc., 1239 Wylie avenue. Incorporated under the laws of Pennsylvania, 1910. Entered as second class matter at the Pittsburgh Post Office, May 10, 1910. Under the Act of March 3, 1879. SPECIAL NOTICE. All matter intended for publication in the Courier must be written on one side of paper. Social, church and personal news will be freely published. Essays and poetry are only accepted for publication from our special correspondents. All persons subscribing for the Courier will kindly renew subscription when the same shall have expired without further notice from us. Any agent or official whose conduct is unbecoming or discourteous to our subscribers or advertise will kindly report in writing to Pittsburgh Courier Publishing Company. WH I THE NEGRO HELP. The long talked of Hump removal is at last a reality and the actual work has begun with all the predicted zeal. The work to be done will consume more than a year and will give employment to thousands of men who are willing to toil. Some time ago the Courier called the attention of the Pittsburgh Negro to the present opportunity, now at his very door. Whether any steps have been taken to secure for the Negro his share of this stupendous task we are unable to say, but before his last chance slips from his fingers, we again serve notice upon the Negroes of Allegheny county that the Hump will be moved, and that by manual labor, and it rests with the industrious black man whether he will avail himself, of the opportunity to take part in the task and share in the profits that must result. When the first blow was struck, we noticed that the Italian was present with his pick and shovel, making every minute of time possible. The presence of the Negro was expected but he was not in evidence to the extent anticipated; either because he had not made the necessary effort, or because he did not need the work. It will not reflect creditably upon the Negro population of this city and county if the entire work is done by foreign hands. Brethren, we ought to have a hand in this work. LEST WE FORGET With the return of spring comes that ever tempting season of laxity and general freedom of thought and action. But with these should come the caution that we must sooner or later learn to observe, that of a manly conduct and decorum in all places, whether public or private. We are measured largely by our conduct in public places, and it is to this phase of spring and summer life we wish to call attention. Too much emphasis can not be placed upon the importance of a manly behavior in the parks, in cars, in the libraries, in public buildings, where the enjoyments of the season are indulged in by a majority of our people. Our education, if it means anything to us, must show some evidence of a corresponding refinement. Our years in school will pass for naught unless out of these years of education we set a certain percentage of polish and refinement, and our conduct in the public is a generally accepted thermometer by which we as a people are judged. We call attention to these things at this time, lest we forget. A GOOD MOVE We note with pleasure that some of the ministers of our city have organized against conduct unbecoming a preacher. While this is not the primary object of the organization, yet it has as one of its underlying principles a strict restriction against any man whose conduct is not in keeping with the purpose of the organization. We have no desire to dictate to the brethren of the cloth; but we may be pardoned if we say that this organization has a fertile field right here in Pittsburgh. More strength and power to the organizers. EMANCIPATION PROCLAMATION COMMISSION. The celebration of the Fiftieth Anniversary of the freedom of our people is a certainty, at least so far as Pennsylvania is concerned. Plans have been drawn and the Commission is actually at work. Pittsburgh is soon to see the Commission in action in this end of the State. The Hcm. Harry W. Bass, who is Secretary, will visit us on or about the 25th of this month and outline the plans of the Commission, and open headquarters here for the Western end of the State. That Pittsburgh will send a worthy representation to the Exposition is certain; for some of the best exhibits to be seen anywhere are to be found right here in our city. We shall await the coming of Mr. Bass, and prepare ourselves to take our place in the coming Exposition. LOCAL NEWS Attorney Robert L. Vann, has removed his law offices to 518 Fourth avenue, third floor, where he will receive his clients. Everybody's doing it. Doing what. Why the Frog hop. Are you going to the Frog Hop on April 22? Why the Frogs? Because I would rather hop with the Frogs than croak. Do you get me? First time at Arcade hall. This way out. The pastor, Dr. G. L. Howard and the good people of Central Baptist church are planning for a general forward movement. Their revival services begin Sunday night, April 11, and expect to run ten or twelve days. The public is cordially invited to these services. This church is also setting on to get a general grand rally to secure funds for a more convenient and larger place for the Central church. The public is invited to next Sunday's services, morning and night. The Violet club of Brown Chapel will celebrate its ninth anniversary on Thursday evening, April 1, 1912. A spendid program has been arranged from the occasion. Two of the pupils from the institution for the blind, Joseph Crunketon and Christopher Smoke, will take part. The committee is prepared also to serve a chicken supper commencing at 5 o'clock. Program at 5:30. All are most cordially invited. Proceeds to assist in cleaning the church. E. J. Moore, chairman; Rev.R. R. Morris, D. D. pastor. Mrs. Dr. L. C. Honesty and little son, Leonard, of Washington, Pa. were house guests of Rev. and Mrs. P. A. Scott, Monday of this week. Misses Blanche and Pearl Walls of Cannonsburg, were guests of Miss Maude Scott, in Elm street, last Monday. Mrs. P. A. Scott, Mrs. Eliza Franklin, M. Miss Maudte Scott, Rev. Trigg and Herman P. Socks, witnessed the drama, "From Cabin to Congress" at the A. M. E. church in Homestead, last Tuesday evening. The Griswald Pleasure Seekers will hold their initial dance on April 15, at Union Labor Temple. Following are the officers: Dr. Syphax, president; Edward Penman, vice president; Kid Miller, treasurer, and Rush Shelton, secretary. One of the features will be a grand march for which a beautiful prize will be given. The Frogs, Millionaires, Chevallers, Mercedes and Turtles and numerous others will participate for this prize. John Harley and bride arrived Thursday from Philadelphia make their home in Pittsburgh. Wm. Phillips, formerly of Lawrenceville district, has charge now of the drugstore at corner of Francis and Wylie street. Abe. Hali, Jr., has pharaeo of the Lawrenceville store. Harrison A. Bowman is now located with the National Benefit Insurance people. We have just received the news that John C. Morton of Pittsburgh, and Miss Nellie G. Ransom of Cumberland, O., were quietly married at Wheeling several months ago. Mr. Morton has been a resident of Pittsburgh for over 20 years. His native State is Ohio. He is the R. W. Grand Sr. Warden and D. D. Grand Master of F. & A. Masons of Pennsylvania, a member of the Loenclid club and several other organizations. Miss Ransom is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Ransom of Cumberland, O., one of the oldest and most respected families of Eastern Ohio. John W. Ransom was a boyhood friend of John T. S. and Wm. Writt. We wish them good luck and happiness. After May 1 they will reside at No. 6 Granville street. T. J. Gillespie addressed a good-sized audience of men at the afternoon meeting last Sunday, his subject was "Man's Salvation." This Sunday Lyman L. Pierce, general secretary, will speak. Indications are that an overflow gathering will greet him, since Mr. Pierce is a very strong speaker, and an expert in man's meetings. The second cue roque tournament is in course. The winners thus far are Marshall Curry, R. C. Earl, George Gentry and Israel Lee, Jr. No meeting will be held Sunday, April.21, as the men in large numbers will attend the massmeeting at Bethel church where Miss N. H. Burroughs is to speak. On account of ill health of Mrs. Hezekiah Anderson. Mr. and Mrs. Anderson have rented, their beautiful home in Spahr street, East End, and will reside with their son and wife, Mr. and Mrs. William Anderson of Ingram, Pa. after the first of May. Oh, what do you think? Why, Henry Blackwell has opened a first class restaurant and ice cream parlor, 2222 Wylie avenue, opposite Lawson street. Home cooking, quick service and courteous treatment. Open from six in the morning until one the next morning. Give him a call. Ellis H. Graves of the National Benefit Company leaves Sunday, April 14, for harrisburg. Pa., to take up the entire charge of the work there, including also Carlisle's Middleton, Steelton and Chambersburg. Mr. Graves has won his present appointment through an indemnifiable will power, energy and business tact. Every success in the new field should be his, judging the future from the past. See Frazier & Brown's Employment Bureau to secure a position. Mate and female help supplied. Frazier & Brown, 6231 Penn avenue. Bell phone 6927 Highland. The Metropolitan Baptist church North Side, Rev. James H. Holder pastor. Last Sunday was a big day with us. At 10:45 a.m. the pastor preached on the "Resurrection" (Matt. 25:20) and at 7:45 p.m. he preached from Daniel 5th chapter. This being rally day, we had a full house all day. The collection amounted to $225.00. Sunday, April 14, the pastor will preach at 10:45 a.m. Everybody welcome. Miss Rosa Alexander. Miss Ida Stuart. Abraham Walker. Edgar Hines. Alonza Stout and William Walker were callers on Miss Noma Dr. Frank F. Bishop Surgeon Dentist OAS ADMINISTERED Porcelain Crown and Bridge Work a Specialty DR. BISHOP'S MOUTH AND TOOTH WASH hardens the gums, purifies the mouth and assists in arresting the progress of decay. BELL PHONE 2251-R GRANT. Office Hours—Dally—2 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. Greece Easter Sunday. Miss Olive Araett of Brownville, Pa. was the guest of Mrs. Wm. Fox of Mahm street this week, taking in the "Merceres" and "Ducks" dance. Mr. and Mrs. David A. Hayes of No. 53 Arthur street, have just returned after a trip to his home in Indianapolis, Ind. where he purchased a home where they will move to during the summer. While gone they visited Columbus, Springfield, Dayton and Cincinnati and Richmond. The house is lovely of bungalow architecture, with eight rooms, electric lights which was owned by Mr. Hays. The home was given to Mrs. Hays, nee Benton, as a present on the first anniversary of their marriage. Money to loan. Houses to let. Fire insurance. See Frazier & Brown, 6231 Penn avenue, city. Raymond Williams of New Castle spent Sunday in the city. The Courier phone number now is raised Grant. Wilbur Douglas, Howard and Chas Rickmond spent: Easter Sunday at Hollidaysburg; Dr. Fojo Johnson spent Easter Sunday at Sunserts; Geo. W. Cole, Jr., spent Easter Sunday in Sharpsburg. Gee, we bet it was a dry Easter; all the heavy Frogs being out of town. Mrs. John Bowman of Coraopolis and Mrs. Frank Kay of Pittsburgh, were visitors last Monday at Mr. and Mrs. Jas. E. Howard, 94 Sylvania ave. nue. Hill Top. Oh, what do you think? Why, Henry Blackwell has opened a first class restaurant and ice cream parlor opposite Lawson street. Home cook- ing, quick service and courteous treatment. Open fgrm six in the morning until one and two the next morning. Give him a call. "Sixth and Seventh Books of Moses," "Albertus Magnus," "Long Lost Friend" at Mount's Old Book Shope. 626 Penn avenue. If you have any news for the local column drop us a card or call up 1301-F, P. & P. or Hill 699-W, Bell phone. Mr. and Mrs. Horner Allen of 6912 Hamilton avenue, wish to thank their friends for kindness during their recent bereavement. Miss Lita B. Waters, who has been teaching in the district schools of Virginia, has returned home after a very successful term. Miss Waters has proven herself a very competent teacher. Miss Waters is one of the graduates of the Allegheny High school of this district, who distinguished herself by receiving a diploma from all the courses in the High school. James G. Mathews, Jr., of Sewickley, would like the following persons to get in correspondence with him at the earliest date: James White, formerly with Edgeworth club of Sewickley; John F. Phyles, residing in Pittsburgh. Mrs. Beasie L. Randolph of South Side, returned to our city last week from New York, where she has been with her mother since the demise of her husband, J. D. Randolph. Mrs. Randolph, expects to move to New York at an early date. Mrs. Mamie Ringolde Godfrey, through the columns of the Courier, wishes to thank her many friends for their kindness and sympathy in the sad bereavement of her mother, Mrs. Marie Ringolde, who departed this life on Monday, March 25, a so for the many beautiful floral offerings. 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 graduate of Dr. Parker Pray of New York. She was also among the first women to introduce this work here. For rates consult Mrs. Alice Neale, 2719 Webster avenue. Be in business. The Thomas T. Jackson Agency, 806 Wylie avenue, wants agents throughout the state. A grand May pole drill will be given by the Cot club of Negro Tuberculosis hospital league, consisting of 24 little girls on Tuesday evening, May 21, 1912, at Arcade hall. Center and Highland avenues, for the benefit of the hospital. St. Benedict choir will hold a social at the residence of Mrs. Etta Gales, 2171 Center avenue, on Tuesday evening. P. A. Morris of Philadelphia, is the guest of his brother, George. 25 Sylvania avenue. He will spend the summer in this city. SOUTH SIDE NOTES. Happening around St. Paul A. M. E. church. South Side, what proved to be the great occasion was the Easter program rendered by the Sunday school at S. p. m. The morning services was marred by the rain, but the order of the children, the bright faces and cheerful laughter dispelled the gloom of the starless night service at St. Paul church. There should be much credit due to Mrs. Bessie Robinson and Miss Esther Monroe and Miss Lila Laffridge, for the work they done in the Sunday school by getting the children ready for the Easter program. Miss Lena Redmann of Circleville, O. has been in this city visiting some friends and has had a very pleasant trip. She also visited the Sunday school at St. Paul last Sunday. WEST END Two very successful entertainments were held last week for the benefit of the new A. M. E. Zion church which will be erected soon. The programs were rendered by the Junior Christian Endeavor choir which is comprised of young -people, who have been making much progress in their Endeavor work since organizing. Quite a number present were from Carnegie and Mt. Washington. Mr. and Mrs. James McGraw are the guests of Mrs. Nellie Crawley of Mansfield street. Miss Hattie Rosemond of Mt. Washington, were visiting in West End on Sunday and also attended the enter- tainment held on Monday; also Rev. Ware of Mt. Washington. Miss Emma Bell McGraw is the house guest of Miss Hilda Anderson. Charles and Clarence Anderson. Charles McGraw and Christopher Crawley spent Sunday afternoon with James Jenkins of Mansfield street, and a very dainty dinner was served. Mrs. Mary Butter is visiting her daughter, Mrs. John Butter. Charles McGraw is the guest of Clarence Anderson. Mr. and Mrs. Edward Erwin entertained Mr. and Mrs. George Barnett of Dast End on Sunday. We all extend our deepest sympathy to Mr. and Mrs. McGraw and family because of their loss sustained by fire last Saturday. Home Goes Up in Flames The residence of James McCadden, 21 Mansfield street, by East End was partially destroyed by fire of unknown origin on Saturday, but for the timely arrival of the West End fire engines, who, with the help of those from Elliot, other houses in the vicinity would have been destroyed. The losses which have not been ascertained will be fully covered by insurance. (By Ozeila Barnaby) In spite of the unpleasant weather, a large crowd attended the church, 34 taking communion last Sunday. The concert on Sunday evening was a success and also on Monday evening a large crowd attended. The concert consisted of singing, tableaux and pantomimes. Miss Naomi Blue was royally entertained last week by Miss Ozella Barnaby, leaving her home Saturday morning. Missionaries will have a rally next Sunday. Rev. Chandler of the Jesuus Banquet church will preach. Lewis on Baptist church will preach Mrs. McGraw on Mainfield avenue, whose house burned down on Saturday evening, is staying with neighbors on that street. Some of the clothing and furniture was saved, but most of it was destroyed. A large insurance was on her house. NOTED WOMAN TO ADDRESS PUBLIC MASSMEETING. Miss Nannie H. Burroughs, A. M., President of the National Training School for Women and Girls, Washington, D. C., one of the foremost women of America regardless of race, Bethel A. M. E. church, Sunday, April 21, at 3 o'clock. Rev. Geo. B. Howard, D. D., will present Miss Burroughs. Music by quartet. Men and women invited. HOUSEHOLD. In Penn avenue, 908, there is a furniture house known as the Household, and rightly called so, for it contains everything pertaining to the furnishing of a home from the smallest artice to the most exquisite orientals and handsome furniture. "The Household" has not only the quality but has been able to put their exclusive stocks in the reach of all with their considerate terms. Give them a call while doing your spring buying. You will receive courteous attention, save money and worry. UNION EASTER DANCE: Tuesday, April 2. at 6915 Hamilton average. Floyd Allen, son of Mr. and Mrs. Homer Allen, died, aged 10 years. HOMESTEAD HOMESTEAD (By Blanche Dolec) W. H. and Harry Saunders spent Sunday evening the guest of Rev. W. W. Brown of Pittsburgh. Mrs. Dr. S. C Honesty and little son of Washington. Pa. spent Sunday and Monday with Mr. and Mrs. E. E. Baker. Mrs. Harvage of Smithfield. O. was visiting her son. H. M. Harvage the most week. Miss Grae Jackson and Miss Josephine Rickmond spent a few days as the guests of Miss Lynn Bell of Whitaker. The Misses Margie Baltimore and Estel'a Staunton and S. D. Moss were callers on Miss Agusta Sanders on Sunday evening. H. Canter and H. B. Lewis, who have been on the sick list are improving. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Self of the East End and Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Bake and little daughter spent quite an enjoyable evening on Wednesday with Mr. and Mrs. L. M. Blakz. Captain C. W. Posey has broken ground for a brick row to be built on McClure street extension. J. M. Blake is doing the excavating. The Eather circle will give their May fair the second week in May. The St. Lake's council No. 611, will meet on Friday, April 19. All members are requested to be present. Mr. and Mrs. E. E. Baker and Cumber and Posey and Miss Ethel Truman attended the reception and dance given by Homer-Williams at Washington, Pa., last Tuesday night. Ralph Blackburn of Bellefonte, Pa., was a Homestead calier on Monday. Mrs. Seward Posey spend Sunday with her parents in East End. Mr. and Mrs. R. J. Bell of Whitaker, spent Thursday evening in Homestead. J. L. Tate leaves Saturday for a visit in Ohio, visiting at Zanesville and Athens. Mrs. Walter Smith of Knoxville, spent Thursday in Homestead. Sunday, April 14, will be the grand rally day at the Gladden A. M. E. church, at which time the Red Rose and White Rose clubs pitch battle. Dinner will be served in the lecture room. All persons holding books are requested to report no later than Sunday. Come and bring your friends. Don't forget the Red Rose. Hall Logan, who has been laid up with rheumatism at the home of his cousin, Mrs. W. Gant, is much improved. Sir Knight W. H. Saunders of Palestine Commandery No. 114, K. P. went on his pilgrimage to Canonsburg to attend the Easter sermon. Homestead Easter day at Gadden A. M. E church was all that could be expected considering the stormy weather. Quite a large congregation attended the morning services. The pastor, Rev. R. Coggin, preached an instructive and inspiring sermon on the "Resurrection of Christ." At the evening service the Sabbath school under Superintendent Calvin Black, rendered a pleasing and interesting Easter program. On last Tuesday evening the White Rose club concluded their series of entertainments for the benefit of our rally by rendering a beautiful drama entitled "Escape from the Law." Too much praise cannot be given the young people who took part in this play and they certainly did themselves credit. Mr. and Mrs. O. B. Chambers deserve great credit for the splendid manner in which they drilled these young people. The great financial contest that has been going on in this church for the past-ten weeks will close next Sunday. Many of the city pastors will be with us. At 11 a. m. the Rev. J. W. Riley will preach, at 3 p. m. a platform meeting will be held at which the visiting pastors will deliver short addresses. Every body is invited, Dinner and refreshments will be served all day. BRADDOCK, PA Bell Phone 201-8. P. & A. Phone 895-1. Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Morris of Bradock avenue, will move to Woodlawn, Pa., the last of this month. Quarterly meeting at the Corey Avenue A. M. E. church on Sunday, 14th, at which time the Rev. W. N. Young of McKeesport, Pa., will preach at 3 p. m., and his chair will sing, and a large delegation of his congregation will accompany him. A home-like welcome to all. Mrs. Minnie Jackson of Sixth street, has been confined to her bed ever since her return from her father's bedside in Virginia. Miss B. Elizabeth Jones of South Brownsville, Pa., is visiting her brother, H. Colvin Jones of East Pittsburgh, Pa. She will return home the last of this week, accompanied by Mrs. H. Colvin Jones and her children. Mrs. M. C. Hamilton will leave for Brownsville, Pa., on the 18th inst., for a week's engagement with one of her old customers. I desire to apologize to our many subscribers' for the absence of notes in the paper last week, but was no fault of the agent.—M. C. H. The concert and oratorical contest given by the usher board of the Corey Avenue A. M. E. church on April 1 was not an April fool, but a grand financial success in spite of the inclement weather. Miss Marie Williams of McKeesport, Pa., won the gold-headed umbrella in the oratorical contest. We regret much that Miss Lizzie Robinson of Homestead, Pa., was not present. Dr. Samuel Howard received $550 insurance for the house destroyed by fire while he was at his father's bedside in Virginia. Mrs. Mary Jones received $55 insurance on household goods, while the insurance company does the repairing to their residence. Davis and Mills, the evangelists are in their tent on Talbot avenue. The meetings are being conducted by Rev. Sawyer and Mills while Rev. Davis is in the hospital undergoing an operation for tonsillitis. Miss Sadie Goens of Cliff street, is on the sick list. Mrs. P. L. Gibson of Sedon avenue, who has been confined to her bed is able to be about again. Mrs. E. L. Morris of Corey avenue attended the Hallie Q. Brown while in Monongahe'a. Pa. BANKIN, PA. (By Mrs. Mary C. Hamilton) Bell Phone 201-R, Braddock: P. & A. $95-1, Braddock. The Mt. Olive Baptist church on Fourth street, celebrated the Emancipation Proclamation on Tuesday, the 9th, at which time and place a large crowd gathered and was entertained by an elaborate program. The proceeds are for the benefit of the church which was very creditable. We kindly solicit the assistance of the people for notes for the paper—Agent. Rev. J. E. Morris of Corey avenue, attended the district conference at Greensburg, Pa., this week. S. A. Little, one of the members of the Corey Avenue A. M. E. church choir, writes the agent from Columbus, O., where he expects to make his future home, to forward him the Courier every week. Miss Irene Pain of Third street, left on the 8th inst., for Winston, Salem, N. C., having been summoned to the bedside of her father. Ho is helpless with paralysis. Her Frugal Mind. A man whose illness threatened to develop into typhoid was taken to the hospital. Instead of growing worse he improved, and at the end of the fourth day, when his wife visited him, he asked to be taken home. "But you have paid for a week," replied his thrifty spouse. "They won't refund the money. You had better stay your week out." THE STREET CENTER Desirable Houses FOR Desirable Tenants For Rent Nicely furnished rooms for respectable men. Centrally located. 1012 Wylie avenue. Rates reasonable. Old established house. Mrs. Ada Palmer Proprietress. FOR RENT—Suite of two nice rooms with all conveniences. Best of reference required. Inquire Brighton Cafe, 1704 Wylie avenue. 2445 Wylie Ave. facing Upfold St., 3 rooms modern; apartment & bath; $14.00. 69 Crawford St.—8 rooms, gas & water; $26.00. 79 Crawford St.—5 rooms, gas & water; $18.00. 2443 Forbes St.—3 rooms, gas & water; $7. 1540 Webster Ave.—5 rooms & bath; $22.00. 51 Fulton St.—3 rooms; $12.00. 42 Crawford St.—6 rooms brick; $20.00. 1504 Webster Ave.—5 room house; $18.50. 1402 Wilson St.&b rooms, gas & water; $18.00. Many others—Call for our Rent List. FRIEDMAN REALTY CO., 402 Grant Street. FOR RENT Three Room Flat. All Conveniences. Inquire1711 Wylie Ave. 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. BELL PHONE 1325 GRANT. Rooming House Centrally located and doing a good business. Well furnished. Best of reasons for selling at great sacrifice. Inquire at once. 1012 Wylie avenue. Muffled Knocks "I don't wonder you keep your shapely arms bare, Mildred, even if they do look somewhat hairy." "I'm rather glad you dropped in, Borus; when a fellow feels blue and lonesome he's ready to welcome almost anybody." "Yes, of course, I can recommend you for that position, McCorkie. Fortunately, perhaps, I don't know you very well." "Your new job will take you out of the country for three or four years, will it, Bingley? Well, I'm glad you got it." "I'm enjoying your call so much, Mr. Spurlong, that I hate to remind you that the next car will pass here in about five minutes, and then there won't be another one for half an hour." WANTED A GIRL between the ages of 10 and 14, with a good disposition. One who would be interested in my home. A good home or else good wages to the right party. Address, Mrs. Linnie B. Simmons, Elizabeth, Pa. WANTED Twenty-five young ladies to secure subscriptions for the Courier. Wylie, 1209 Wylie avenue or call Page. Court 3380 or Hill 699-W. NOTICE. WANTED-50 boys from Greater Pittsburgh to sell the Courier Friday and Saturday of each week. Come Friday evening to 1209 Wylie avenue for papers. W. H. THOMPSON TALKS ON "SCHOOL QUESTION" It has been some time since I have said anything, but I have been thinking. I have been very busy in the last four weeks visiting schools of our ward. I find some things very favorable and some I will not make mention of till later. In Minorville school we have one colored boy, Walter Newman, who stands ahead and the principal acknowledges that he was the banner of the school. We have some very bright boys attending school in this ward. Now, men, what are we doing for the advancement of our boys when they finish school. We must come together and look after the interests of our own. Ask yourself why we have no colored teachers in this ward. We can only blame ourselves. All other races have been recognized. In the city of Pittsburgh there are one thousand Italian children in attendance at the Hancock school, they have six teachers. Two thousand Hebrew children in Franklin school, they have twenty-two teachers. You see we have been sleeping on our opportunity, let us wake up and get busy. We can accomplish great things in the future if we will look after the interest of our own in the field as a candidate for legislature, Frank R. Steward. Let us see if we cannot sacrifice a little of our time on April 13, go to the polls and vote for our own candidate. See if every man can take one of his friends, every man get busy, do his duty, we will come out conquerors. As a race of people we will now be recognized until we get a representative in all city and county assemble. We must stop finding fault with the other fellow and look after the welfare of our own race. Since I have been elected to my position I see the great mistake we have made in the past. Let us look forward to the future not at the past. We are holding meetings on Tuesday and each week in Thompson hall, 2025 Wylie avenue. I am sure any man attending these meetings if he has any race pride about him he will become interested. There are a great many things I would like to mention, but we must do more work not so much talking. Her Idea of Americans A little highland Scotch girl had looked, forward eagerly to the coming of an American cousin. She had never seen an American, but she had her own ideas about them. Her mother had to demonstrate with her for looking so hard at their guest after the American girl had arrived. "It is very rude," she said. "Why do you look at her like that?" "But, mother, her hair is lighter than mine." "Yes." "And her skin is white." "Yes, but what of it?" "I always thought that Americans were black." Impossible to Please Theorists. Now comes a lecturer who declares that "the old-fashioned mother," who stays at home by the fireside, is immoral. It is getting increasingly difficult for mothers to please all the theorists. Some of the most successful ones don't even try.—Syracuse Herald. SOCIETY 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 wool but the drives are very reasonable. We make the NIETY 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 man, you me tried and proven, call or see. (EDITED BY ELIZABETH JONES.) Mercer's Easter-Reception. James B. Brown. Raymond Jones. George Cole. Jr., William Lovett. Edward Crawford, Hollie Reed, L. Cooper and W. E. Gordon received their guests at Labor Temple Tuesday evening in the usual evening attire with the colors of the club an scarf effects. They glided about and there among the large gathering to insure the entertainment of all. The bright attired in beautiful gowns and gorgeous corsage bouquets of spring flowers, all lent brilliancy to the opening event of the Easter week festivities. The dancing included popular numbers with excellent music from Beatty's orchestra. The unique part of the affair was the taking of the photo of the assembly to be sent to each patron. A large number of out-of-town guests were present. Surprise Party. A surprise birthday party was given in honor of Mrs. Julia M. Craig at her home, 32 Junillia street, Friday evening, March 29, by her husband, Robt. Craig. Covers were laid for twelve. Mrs. Craig received many gifts among them a handsome gold watch chain set with eight pearls from Mr. Craig. The evening was spent in cards and music. Sacred Concert The sacred concert given by the Homewood Social and Literary club at the residence of Harry E. Draper, Finance street, was a decided success. Among the members who participated in the exercises were Misses Adeline Williams, Cora Ross, Jas W. Poilard, Jas H. Tyler and Harry E. Draper. Whist Party The progressive whist party will be held at the residence of Mrs. Slaughter, No. 211 Omega street, Friday, April 12. Six prizes will be given to the winners, and a delicious luncheon will be served. Surprise Party. A delightful surprise party was given in honor of Miss Bertha Jacobs at her residence. 1937 Irwin avenue, North Side, Thursday evening, April 4, under the supervision of C. Stevenson and F. White. An enjoyable evening was spent by thirteen of her friends. Excellent music was furnished by Holt brothers. A delicious and dainty luncheon was served. Entertainment In Honor of Miss V. Potter. Mr. and Mrs. Joseph F. Watson entertained a few friends in honor of Miss V. Porter of Cambridge, Mass. April 2, who is an aunt of Mrs. Watson, who has been visiting her the past week. Games and music were the features of the evening after which the hostess served a delightful luncheon. Those present were: Mr. and Mrs. Rob Saddler, Mr. and Mrs. John Williams, Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Fletcher, Mr. and Mrs. Neville, Mr. and Mrs. J. Andrew Williams, Mrs. Estella Franklin, Mrs. Scott Peck, Miss Viola Porter, Mr. F. Pinkney, Miss Porter left for Atlantic City on Wednesday, where she will open an ice cream parlor. Easter Sunday at Loendi Club. Easter Sunday at Loebel Club. In spite of the inclement weather, the musicale at Loebel club, Easter Sunday afternoon, was a brilliant success, both as to numbers and entertainment, making a splendid grand finale' to the series of early programs begun January 14. The assembly room was crowded to overflow which filled the hall, stairway and dining room. The opening number on the program, The Penitent' by Eureka quartet, whose voices so beautifully blended called forth applause from a very responsive audience who received all the numbers which followed with enthusiasm. The program included popular favorites of the club members and their friends were Dr. W. E. Franklin, soo. "Easter Morn," Mrs. L. C. Honesty, instrumental selection, "At Noon," Madame Carolyn Moticemetry, "As It Began to Dawn," a contralto solo, Dr. A. R. Taylor, "Good Friday Spell (Pareilaf)' violin solo," The closing number was "Sweet Peace" by the Eureka quartet, which had developed to quinter, including Miss Bess Jones, Mrs. Blanche Jones, Hunter Johnson, Foster Johnson, Mrs. Ada Coffey. The president, John Henry, in his happy characteristic manner, made a few remarks which closed a real musical treat. Birthday. Mrs. B. F. Simpson. 7337 Thorn street. Brushston, gave a birthday surprise in honor of her husband. Benjamin P. Simpson, on April 2. Music for the occasion was furnished by the Homestead quartet. Covers were laid for sixteen. The color scheme was red and green, the center piece was red roses. Lunchon served by the hostess was elaborate A College Comedy. "At the End of the Rainbow," a college comedy in three acts, will be given for the benefit of Bernacelle Baptist church, North Side on Monday evening, April 22, at Old Fellows hall, Irwin avenue and Jackson street, by a company of 21 clever young amateur actors of the North Side. The drama is produced under the direction of J End. After, the well-known dramatic reader. The Fruits will have their hop at Arcadia hall on Tuesday evening, April 21, 1912. The feature of the evening will be the Frog hop and the leap. If you never wart hopping with the frogs you have missed something, get in the pond. Invited guests respond. Those Punctual Philomaths. Town. You see we were talking about the new college play the Philomaths are going to give April 26 at North Side Music hall. Did you hear about the time of the beginning of the play. Act 12. Mary—What about the time. Tom—Oh, the play is to begin at exactly 8:15 sharp, not 8:30, but 8:15, so you be ready when I call for you. Guests of Married Ladies Club. Guests of Married Ladies Club. Rev. and Mrs. P. A. Scott, Mrs. Eisa Franklin, Mrs. Alice Banks, Mrs. Brydie Grunckleton and Mrs. Mary Courtney were Pittsburgh guests at the home of Mrs. John W. Lynch in Mckeesport on Thursday afternoon and evening of last week. It was the meeting of the Married Ladies Social circle. After an interesting program an elaborate six-course dinner was served by Mrs. Lynch. The Boys At the Harris Last weeks at the Harris theater neat little stunt was put on the bill by Mr. and Mrs. John Roy, fresh from New York vaudeville/houses. Mr. and Mrs. Roy are both Canadians by birth. They have worked up to their present success after 14 years of hard work. In speaking of the theatrical situation today for opportunities to Afro-American, Mr. Roy says: "There is as much difference in work demanded now, as day and night. In the past four years wonderful changes have taken place. Many good colored acts have been dropped because of the authorities of 'The White Rats.' I considered the late Bob Cole the greatest all around comedian because there was not part of the profession he could not handle with ease." E. J. Women's Clubs The Women's Charity club of Bothel A. M. E. church met Thursday, April 4, at the residence of Mrs. Eva Banks, 132 West Penn avenue, Aspinwall. There was a splendid attendance and a great deal of important business was transacted. The hostess served an elegant lunch and a neat sum was realized. The club met on Thursday, April 18, at the residence of the president, Mary M. Gatewood, 2806 Vera street. All members of the club are earnestly requested to be present as there is business of great importance to be transacted. All members of the Lucy Stone Woman's Suffrage league, are requested to be present, at a call meeting at the Trinity, Congregational church, Friday, April 26 at 2 p. m to arrange for a suffrage tea to be given in June. Mrs. L. S. Lee, president. The Emma J. Moore Literary Art circle met at the residence of Mrs. Hattie-Boykin. Wednesday, 3d inst. Much important business was transacted. Delegates as follows were elected to attend the ninth annual convention of the Federation of Negro Women's clubs, which convenes at Bellefonte, Fa., August 23: Mrs. Georgia A. Ralle, Mrs. Evelyne R. Payne; associates, Mrs. Lillian M. Shorter and Mrs. Cornelia A. Thompson. After business luncheon was served by the hostess. Children at Bostrock Home were served ice cream and cake by this club on Easter. Social meeting to be held Wednesday, 15th. 2 o'clock p. m., at the residence of Mrs. Ella Casey, No. 37 Tanneyhill street. Special program and art work. Evelyne R. Payne, corresponding secretary of E. J. M. L. A. C. The Married Women's Culture club after having a very pleasant meeting at the residence of Mrs. Caves, adduced to meet at the residence of Mrs. Henry Booth, 7720 Tiongga street, Homewood, Thursday afternoon, April 18. The Frances E. W. Harper league met on Wednesday, April 3, at the home of Mrs. A. V. Brown, 2168 Webster avenue. After the regular business meeting an excellent program was rendered: paper, "The Civic Status of the race in Pittsburgh," by the president, Mrs. Laura Brown, discussed by the members; solo by Mrs. Laura Brown, accompanied by Mrs. Helen Brown. A dainty repast was served by the hostess. League will meet on Wednesday, April 17, at the residence of Mrs. E. J. Moore, 1429 Sandusky street, North Side. The Best of Life. While of life itself or of its origin or destiny we know but little, we do knowshow we may have it abundantly and make the most and best of it. If we do that, not only shall we have done our entire duty, but we shall have given ourselves the highest present employment of which we are capable, and we may be certain that if there be a future for us beyond these scenes of earth, such a life is the best preparation for it—The Cincinnati Enquirer. The Idea A certain woman assured her husband she never told him a lie, and never would. He told her he did not doubt it, but would hereafter cut a notch in the piano when he knew she deceived him. "No, you won't!" she screamed. "I'm not going to have my piano ruined!" Weary Feet I wonder how many people who suffer tortures with their feet in hot weather, agonies of aching, burning, swelling and extreme tenderness, know that a raw potato, peeled and cut in half and well rubbed over them every night and morning will cure the trouble? Or, falling that, a good daily soaking in strong cold tea? Or that the worst soft corn will yield to a treatment of salt—ordinary salt applied night and morning? 图 SCHOOLS By our method everybody can learn the small short time; the small, and you can earn money while at school. Send for information. A special invitation is extended to a prospective student of PENN AVENUE. PITTSBURG, PA. 2154 Wylie Avenue. Open Day and Night. P. & A. Phone 4771-F. OUR SPECIAL CONTRACT. One hundred and twenty-five dollars ($125,00) Funeral for One Hundred Dollars ($100,00), consisting of Casket, Grave, Embalming, Shroud, Hearse and Four Carriages with Crepe and Gloves furnished. All for One Hundred Dollars. Skipping to all points a speciality. OUR SERVICE GUARANTEED. WANTED A live Agent in Wheeling. Write for particulars. Manager Send Flowers! 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. Bell Phone 724 Grant. P. & A. 593 Main. TAXI AND TOURING CAR SERVICE Bell Phone 3397. New First Class House Large rooms by Day or Week, all Modern Improvements. 25 N. Indiana Ave., Atlantic City, N. J. ADDITIONAL CHURCHES Grace Memorial Presbyterian Church The Easter services at the Grace church were carried out according to a well prepared program. The pastor preached from John 11: 25. "I Am the Resurrection and the Life." After the services there were two who were publically received into the church. J. W. Gatewood was ordained to the office of deacon. The floral decorations were under the direction of Mrs. J. W. Gatewood and they were perfectly beautiful. The quartet under Robert Lewis was at its best. The selection and the renditions were to the taste and joy of the large congregation who were delighted. The exercises of the Sabbath school were under the direction of H. Payne. They were well prepared and well delivered. J. T. Tate made the address to the Sabbath school. It was to the point and full of information. Mr. Tate was so elated over the Sabbath school and its growth that he offered a prize of two dollars and half in gold to the class bringing in the most scholars next month. Rev. C. H. Trusty and Elder J. Brooks attended the Pittsburgh Presbytery which met on Tuesday in the First Presbyterian church. The Grace church made the best report this year than at any time in its history. It reported that it had made contribution to all the boards of the church that the contribution for self-support was in advance of any in its history, that it had received through the Church Session one hundred and twenty-five new members into the church. The Grace church ranks among the finest churches of Pittsburgh and is one of the strongest colored churches of the denomination. The Lord's supper will be adminis- tered on Sunday morning at the 11 clock services Down Fine "Now, Willie," said the superintendent's little boy, addressing the blacksmith's little boy, who had to come over for a frolic. "we'll play 'Sabbath school.' You give me a nickel every Sunday for six months and then at Christmas I'll give you a 10-cent bag of candy."—Woman's Home Companion. Tactful Request. Dobbleigh was a confirmed borrower, and, what was worse, he seldom returned the borrowed articles. He had held on to Whibler's umbrella, for instance, for nearly a year. "And I am blest if I know how I am ever going to get it back," said Whibler. "Easy," said Hickenleopper. "Call a messenger and send Dobbleigh this note." And he scribbled off the following: "Dear Dobbleigh: If you can spare it I'd like to borrow that umbrella of mine for a couple of days. Can you oblige me?"—Harper's Weekly. THE COURIER The ONLOOKER BY WILBUR D. NESBIT SIS' LIZY'S LONGIN' I sez enough 's a plecay, so I's done had all I wants o' snow. Dess snow! Dess go fow' miles en miles Ontill a body's tempel spittin In the gie ginkhim' fat dey is Gwine keep up dis ontll we're fris. Lawd, gimme a rain in a thundehstohm, Wid de lightnin' crackin' a yellow Fo' Is chilled plum thoo en I cain' git wahm- So rain en rain, ef de roof do leak! Dat snow come spittin' down de way Dess 's if set it痒尾 hw on come on one mess go right back- Deel fel 'one mess o' rabbit track; En when yo' think 'O, Winter he It sets right in to snow en snow. Lawd, tu'n it aloose wid a drzlinn' rain E a thundehstohm whah de lightnin' sizz: Why, hyuh 'tis spring in nothin' donel De green-grown-growin' ain' begin; De trees desat stan dah plum asleep In snow dats all' o' two foot deep. Is thine gwine backu'd? Tell 'm who! Enough 's enough when it am snow. Lawd sen' us a rain dat' dance along a wood, de in de-between. Fn'll perk up right up en 'i sing my song Whilst I wait fo' dandilion greens. OUT OF SEASON. "Ah, my worthy friend!" exclaims the ardent upifter, grasping the hand of the astonished workingman who is trudging his homeward way. "Let me voice to you my sentiment of brotherhood! Let me say to you that such men as you are the bulwark of our—" "Haven't you been mixin' your drinks?" interrupts the workingman. "This isn't election week." Another Patient. We observe that a new novel is advertised as appealing especially to "the jaded novel reader." This comes pretty near going the "tired business man" one better. A story written especially for the "jaded novel reader" appeals to the imagination. Think of sitting down of an evening, thoroughly jaded and worn, and taking up a book written and made exclusively for you. The brain may be tucked in for the night, while the eyes go right on reading. No doubt you can skip every other line, or go out between chapters and get a clove. Perhaps it is a story with the big sensational chapter duly charted—maybe printed in red—so that if you like you can only keep the book open long enough to peruse that one chapter. The opening chapter, of course, will be a mere jumble of letters and punctuation points, to keep the book open until you have settled down in your chair. Now let some restaurant advertise a special meal for the weary diner-out "Yes," said the pert miss, "the widow Flubbs is one of grandfather's old sweethearts. It's quite a romance." "It must be," replies the interested caller. "How long have they known each other?" "About five weeks." "But you said she was an old sweetheart." "I was referring to her age, not to their acquaintanceship." Drawing the Line "Doctor," says the lawyer, "will you kindly examine the defendant, who is seated within two feet of you, and tell the jury whether in your opinion he "Sir!" haughtily interrupts the eminent expert. "I will examine any and all hypothetical questions you may wish to ask, but I wish to inform you that what you suggest is in the highest degree unethical. No, sir! I cannot do it." (Communicated.) -Hon. Thomas P. Geary and his work in the last legislature of Pennsylvania, representing the first legislative district of Allegheny county. To the Colored Voters of the First Legislative District of Allegheny County, Pa. extends a cordial greeting to the ministers of all denominations to be guests of the School for one week, beginning July 6, 1812, fact. the purpose of discussing the following and kindred questions: We think it is fair and befitting as Mr. Geary is a candidate and seeking re-nomination that the voters and citizens of said legislative district should thoroughly and truthfully be informed as to his faithfulness, accomplishment during the session just ended in 1911, before they act in the way of renominating him. A man who has been tried and proven faithful can be trusted, and that man if he proves faithful, should be allowed a second trial, other than to try a man that is a perfect stranger and who has not been tested. During his administration he labored and worked and voted for the following appropriations and caused the Committee on Appropriations to visit the same, being colored institutions: To what extent do you co-operate with the Civic Improvement Leagues? 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? Avery College Trade School, Pittsburgh, Pa. $10,000. Home for Aged and Infirm Colored Women, Pittsburgh, Pa., $1,000. Colored Women's Relief Association of Western Pennsylvania, Pa., $1,000. Coleman Home for Colored Boys, Pittsburgh, Pa., $2,000. All ministers who intend attending this Conference should make it known at an early date, addressing the President, so that reservation can be made for them. Home for Colored Working Girls, Pittsburgh, Pa. $2,000. The Summer School and Chauqua of the National Religious Training School will open July 3, 1912, and continue for six weeks. The most complete and most up-to-date Summer School for the Colored Race In the United States. For particulars and tefmss address Pittsburgh, Pa. $2,500 Industrial and Mechanical Industrial School for Colored Girls and Boys, of Jumonville, Fayette County, $10,000. These figures can be found in the acts of the last legislature. This is not political speculation, but facts acted into law. These appropriations are the largest and most numerous ever passed in any previous legislature. We feel that we ought not to burn the bridge that we have just crossed. The Hon. Mr. Geary is a man that the poor colored man and woman can meet. He will listen and hear them, and the colored people and voters ought to appreciate such a legislator. He has always proven true and we believe given with a chance will, prove to be true blue, to the principles of Lincoln. If there is any doubt as to his action and fairness toward the colored people in Pittsburgh, or during his term in the legislature, there are colored friends who can be depended upon to testify to the above among whom is Mr. Rice. These gentlemen's testimony with others can be depended upon in Western Pennsylvania. Spring Millinery Showing Now On. : : RIBBONS VERY MUCH IN EVIDENCE : : The masses of our people in this state are beginning to realize more and more the results of the efforts put forth by Mr. King in their behalf. He has been an active participant in the various secret societies for many years. He is not satisfied with simply being a member of a society, but has given them the benefit of his knowledge and experience freely. His efforts have been directed along constructive lines. 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 foregret 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. In view of the fact that Mr. King has never sought to hold an office in any of the secret-societies to which he belongs and to which he has given much time, thought and labor and in recognition of his unstinted services to the race along other avenues of usefulness, his friends all over the state have decided to present his name for grand chancellor of the Knights of Pythia. His business acumen, his forefight and his training in life's great school of experience make of him an ideal man for the place his friends desire him to all. 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 Johnstown, Pa. (By M. Lewis.) Samuel Lemon and Miss Emily Smith have gone to Winchester, Va. where they will be united in holy martryn. They were accompanied by Miss Lucy Coleman, who will be maid of honor. After an extensive honeymonk Mr. and Mrs. Lemon will reside here. 1310 Wylie Avenue, Pittsburgh, Pa. THE ONLY POLICIES THAT PAY Andrew Shaffer of Portage, Pa., was the guest of Miss Myrtle Banks during Easter week. H. B. Mathews of Everett, Pa., is the guest of his sister, Mrs. Harry Crawley on Grant street. 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. Easter Sunday was beautifully observed in both churches. Literary programs were rendered during the day. Owing to the inclement weather the attendance was not as large in either church as usual. Mrs. Fred Almoud and little daughter from Cleveland, O., after a lengthy visit among friends and relatives.. Charles W. Johnson is recovering from a long sick spell. He underwent a serious operation last Friday at the Memorial hospital. Clifford Thompson is a patient at the Memorial hospital suffering with rheumatism. The Thomas T. Jackson Agency Suite 1-2-3-4 Smith Bidg., 808 Wylie Ave., Pittsburgh, Pa. BELL PHONE 9104-J GRANT Willis Burrell has been taken to Memorial hospital and is slightly improved. Mr. Burrell has pneumonia. John Dorsey has opened a barber shop at 356 Bedford street. William Burrell and the Misses Elsie Bryant, Martha Poole and Genevie Harrison were guests of Miss Mary Lewis at 6 o'clock tea on Sunday. :: FIRE INSURANCE :: Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Moore, Jr. and children Bertina and William, were guests of Mr. and Mrs. William Moore of Franklin street, on Sunday. Rev. and Mrs. Charles Sloan of Altoona, were here on business on Monday. The Easter Monday dance given by the Porters and Coachman's club boys was well attended. Follow the merry throng to the Big Dance at Union Labor Temple, Monday Evening, April 15, 1912 Hubert Saunders was visiting friends in Pittsburgh during Easter week. Mrs. Mazie Washington was the guest of Mrs. Clarg Johnson and Mrs. Maggie Davis last week. Mrs. Washington will make several visits in nearby towns before returning to her home in Somerset county. Admission 50c 15 Piece Orchestra + Latest Selections I got you Steve; the first time. I'll be there. Advertise In The Pittsburgh Courier SUBSCRIBE FOR THE COURIER. AMONG THE CHURCHES ALL CHURCH NOTES MUST BE AT THE OFFICE BY TUESDAY OF EACH WEEK TO BE PUBLISHED UNDER THIS HEAD. JOHN WESLEY A. M. E. ZION CHURCH (By Alma.) Easter Sunday morning Dr. Lee preached from the text, "He is not here. He is risen as he said." Though the weather was cold and rainy, large crowds attended all the services. Presiding Elder D. F. Bradley administered the Lord's supper. Mrs. M. E. Dockett and Miss Penlir Blue deserve credit for the excellent program arranged and presented Sunday evening. The little folks entertained in a pleasing manned. Special services each Sunday afternoon in April. Many tickets are being sold for the benefit to be given at Bethel church. Tuesday evening April 16. A life-size portrait of Dr. Lee is the prize offered the one selling the most tickets. The full dress leap year reception on Monday evening, April 29, is attracting much interest. Parties of eight and ten have engaged private tables for their supper. Others wishing the same will please motivate C. A. Anderson. One of the programs that evening will be the "evening" of the songs of long ago. This will be enjoyed by the many who do not care for the popular songs of today. The singers will appear in costume in keeping with song they refer. Arrangements are being made to have the Hon. Harry W.less of Philadelphia, our representative in the exigature, present to make an address to the coroners and an audience also be present. Miss Milda Gordon of East End, has entered the list of contestants for the cold watch. Joseph Anderson of Williamsport, Pa. for years a Justice of the church was a visitor on Sunday morning. *Rev. H. M. Mickens, S.T. B., presiding elder of the Indianapolis district, will spend Sunday, April 14, in the city the guest of Rev. Lee. Bev Mickens is a scholar, deep thinker, thoughtful writer and quite a traveler. You will do well to hear him on Sunday morning. BROWN CHAPEL CHURCH North Side Pittaburg, Pa. (By C. N. Collins) Brown Chapel had on its "Gala" atitre last Sabbath in commemorating the resurrection of the blessed Saviour. The church was beautifully decorated with large palms and Easter lilies, potted plants and cut flowers. Sweet singing bells delivered an excellent sermon on the "Resurrection of Christ." At the close of the morning service four persons were baptized by Dr. Morris. At 2 p.m. the Sabbath school rendered an interesting program. The services were largely attended all day. On the day night a sacred canta was given by Brown Chapel. The boys of Brown Chapel church are arranging for a Boy's day, Sunday, April 28. The whole day will be conducted by the boys the same as when the girls had their day, and had such a grand success. The lecture room of the church has been very beautiful decorated with flowers until the auditorium is completed at which time a grand opening will take place and continue two weeks. Mrs. Susan Duffin and daughter, Mrs. Lizzie Starks, are still on the sick list. Mrs. Georgegetta Collins is,quite ill. Mrs. Clark is still confined to her bed. The Violet club will celebrate its ninth anniversary next Thursday evening. A spendid program has been arranged for the occasion. Two pupils from the institution for the blind, Christopher Smoke and Joseph Crunston, will take part in the program. it will be worth the price of admission to hear these young men. There will also be a chicken supper commencing at 5:30, program at 8:30. Bethel A. M. E. Church (By Estelle Wells) Last Sunday was a day of wonderful praise and great rejoicing. The choir, under the direction of Prof. J. W. Harris, was at its best last Sunday. The pastor spoke on "The Resurrection," choosing as his text I Cor. 12:20. The discourse was rich, and replete with beautiful illustrations. The altar was magnificent in ferns, flowers and palms. At the conclusion of the morning service the ordinance of baptism was administered to children, followed by the administration of the Holy communion. The memorial service, held by the order of St. Luke, at 3 o'clock, was most impressive. Rev. G. H. Hirsch of Central Baptist University delivered an able address. A special musical program was rendered by the choir in the evening. Rev. Riley preached a very sable sermon. Rev. Scott was presented with a most beautiful preaching stole of purple and white satin, handsomely hand-embroidered in gold, which he wore for the first time Sunday morning. The stole was presented by Mrs. Virginia Allen, Mrs. Elen Cain, Mrs. Mary Brown and Mrs. Ellen Dale. The ushers were very attentive to their duties last Sunday. Mrs. Beatrice Page, the chairman of the committee on piano, has arranged to have same installed before next Sunday. On Sunday, April 5, 2013, a religious will contain and tableau a service. The grand union recital will take place on Tuesday. April 16, when John Wesley and Bethel churches will be in competition for a beautiful umbrella. An excellent program has been arranged. To the persons selling 10 tickets, to be given a portrait. To the pastor selling the largest number will be given a large portrait in a frame. To the pastor whose congregation sells the largest number of tickets will be given the handmade umbrella. The New Yorkese will give an unpilot宝ay bag. Jay T. Pennsylvania will be told a will add 28 to 28, inclusive. Previous to this a novel social will be given-at the residence of Mrs. William Johnson, on May 2nd. Indications point to a very successful colonial rally to occur in June. Every one is traveling toward the $3,000 mark and will take nothing for their journey but success. Sacred concert arranged for next Sunday, April 14, will be most select. Clinton Skinner of Washington, Pa., has joined the choir. He possesses a pleasing baritone voice. Euglid Avenue A. M. E. CHURCH The services at Euclid Avenue A. M. E. church were largely attended both morning and evening. The church was beautifully decorated with palms and Easter flowers. The pastor, Dr. Bentley, preached at both services. His subject in the morning was The Resurrection of Christ, the Vindication of His Doctrine." His subject at the evening service was, "An Ardent Prayer for the Stay of Divine Presence. His sermons inspired inspiration and demonstrated graceful preparation. The sacrament of baptism was administered to one adult and two infants. Four persons were received into full membership at the evening service. The Junior choir furnished sweet music at both services. The members of the choir were robed in white. A social will be given at the residence of Miss May Grant, 56404 Rural avenue, on Thursday, April 18, for the benefit of the elderly angelager. It will be given under the auspices of the Social club of the church. Miss Mary Wilson entertained the S. S. P. club at her home on Wednesday day evening, April 3. After the regular business was transferred and an other program was rendered, the hostess then served a sumptuous repast. AVERY MISSION NOTES Easter Sunday was fittingly observed when seven babies were christened. The church was crowded and the choir rendered special music. Sunday, April 14, is our rally day. The cantata held Easter Monday night was a success. Quite a number witnessed it. There, will be a special fair at the church April and closing April 20. A lemon social will be held at Mrs. Elia Thornstone, Long street, April 19. Every one come, bring a lemon and have some fun. Mr. and Mrs. James Johnson of Toledo. O., worshipped with us on Sunday. The Pastor's Ald society will render a sacred concert on Sunday evening. One of the interesting numbers will be presented to the choir which consists of boys only. Rev. Wakefield baptized three children of Mrs. Bessie Wilson of 626 Wilson street, on Monday, Mrs. Mary Maguire is on the sick list. A. M. E. ZION CHURCH SCOTTDALE, Pa. Sunday at 11 o'clock, Rev. Bell, our pastor, prescheduled a soul-sitting seminar about the resurrection of Christ, and the Sunday schools Easter program took place at night. Promptly at $ o'clock the children marched from the lecture room to the auditorium, each one bearing a beautiful flower and as they presented their flowers, they each recited a verse of Scripture which was very important. The singing was good and it was the Sunday school ever had. There was an entertainment given Monday night, conducted by Miss Maggie Griggsy, also an egg hunt given by the Sunday school and the Easter treat was given to the children. The little ones were very happy. Mrs Geo. Gravely has resigned as president of the Missionary society. Mrs. Nannie Hickman was elected as president. The society will meet the first and third Thursday in April. The inking in working order and is planning to have a grand entertainment very soon. We learn Mrs. Jeffine White is very sick. We hope for her a speedy recovery. Mrs. Mary Griggsy. Mrs. Lizzie Miller, Ralph Brown have been on the sick list but are able to be out again. Miss Daisy Swan of Jeannette, was the house guest of Miss Maggie Griggsy on Easter day. Mrs. and Mrs. Vaney Paare were the house guests of Mr. and Mrs. W. S. Murray during Eastertide. Mr. McClure of Uniontown, was a Scottsdale visitor on Sunday. Mrs. Adela Murry from Bellevue, was visiting Mrs. A. G. Reese of Scottsdale, a few days. North Side, Pittsburgh, Pa. (B) Bertha Carroll. Rev. E. R. Bazier preached a very uplifting Easter sermon Sunday morning, the service being largely attended. The opening sermon was preached by Presiding Elder R. H. Bunny. The North Carolina club wishes to thank the members and congregation for the large turnout on Monday evening. April S. Mrs. Minnie Gaither, president. Mrs. Katie Miller of Morton street, North Side, member of Allen chapel, is quite ill in Allegheny General hospital. Mrs. Thaddaeus Williams of Lake street, North Side, is quite ill at this writing. Mrs. Mar. Johnson of Hanlon street, who has been convalescing, is now very ill. Homewood A. M. E. Zion Church (By Cora L. Ross.) The public committee deserves great praise for the handsome decorations and beautiful flowers and palms that seemed to blossom from every corner of our church on Easter Sunday. Desire the rain, snow and mud on Easter, services were well attended in the morning at 1 o'clock. Our pastor, Rev. J. M. Davis, spoke from Chron. 15.14. If Christ be not seen then our preaching is calm, which was favored to be an appreciative audience. In the evening the Sunday school works rendered the Easter exercises. Our church was packed and every one complimented the program which the teachers and perils have been labelling so earnestly for the past few weeks to make on- of long remembrance. Master Edward Childress, oldest son of Mr. and Mrs. John Childress, is very ill at the present writing. Mrs. Laura Parr, who has been quite ill for the past few weeks with pneumonia, is a little batter. Mrs. Samuel Johnson of Susquehanna street, has been ill with tonsillitis for the past ten days, is much better. Rev. Bradley, our preading elder, was with us on Sunday evening and spoke at our Easter exercises. He held quarterly conference on Monday evening and was very much pleased with the favorable report of the different auxiliaries of the church. Miss Elia Scott is visiting her friends in West Vernon, Pa. Miss Mildred Morrison entertained the junior Missionary society on last Friday evening. After the business was transacted, the hostess servered a dainty luncheon. The Boys' Glee club gave a social last Friday evening at the residence of T. M. Sellars. Quite a number attended and a neat sum was realized from their efforts. Little Floyd Allen, youngest son of Mr. and Mrs. Homer Allen, died last tuesday night at 9:15 o'clock after a long and patient illness. His funeral took place on Thursday at 3 o'clock p. m., from his late home on Hamilton avenue, Rev. J. M. Davis officiating. The Homewood Social and Literary club held its regular meeting at the home of Harry Draper on Friday evening. A special sacred program was rendered in honor of Good Friday. A dainty luncheon was served. Trinity Baptist Church (By David Duvall) Last Sunday, despite the inclement weather, people came from far and near to hear Dr. Hall preach on "The Crowning Work of Man's Redemption." It was fine. On next Sunday morning the pastor will baptize and will preach a sermon on baptism at the morning service. In the evening a large mass meeting will be held in the interest of Mrs. Tule, a returned missionary from Africa. A fine program is being arranged for the occasion, and women of many churches will be present to part. Good music, good singing, good order will attend the service. Ladies and women will have complete charge of the meeting. Nothing like it ever held in the city before. M.T. ZION CHURCH (BY Mrs. Sarah Taylor) Easter was fittingly observed last sunday. The morning service was large; all Sunday School at 2 p. m. The choir gave a splendid Sunday evening concert. Rev. Jones preached an able sermon, which was enjoyed by every one. Next Sunday is communion day at Mount Zion. All are invited. Rev. Qualls from Christ Church, New Jersey, to administer the Lord's Supper. Mrs. Willoff is still on the sick list. The East End T. B. C. will meet at 208 Carson street on Friday, April 11. WHY NEIGHBORS FALL OUT Here Are Some of the Remarks That Often Start the Clothecline Quarrela. "Yes, I'm going to bring your lawn mower home tomorrow, sure. The blamed old rattletrap is no good, anyway." "Ma wants, to know if she can borrow another cup o' sugar of you today? She's keepin' track of all of it." "I wish you keep your chickens in your own-yard. This is the sixth time I've planted corn in my garden, and I'm getting sick of seeing your hens get it all." "Say, that kid of your wants to quit his heaving rocks against my barn; or, by heavens, I'll get after him good and plenty." "Why in thunder don't you keep your dog at home? He's chased our cat upon the house three times this morning. I'll shoot the critter sure if you don't keep him tied up." "Your boy busted my boy's coaster last night, and I've come-over to see what you propose to do about it." "Can't you put some kind of a muzzle on the. blamed old rooster you are harbor ng? He's the pest of the neighborhood. Nobody can get a decent night's rest around here." "Yes, I ought to have sent your paper right back; but I'll have Johnnie bring it over in a few minutes, as soon as I read the sports page."—Los Angeles Express. SUGAR A HEART STIMULANT Experiments of An English Physician Show Cures of Cases of Muscle Dilation. Sugar has had its champions as well as its opponents. Its advocates have declared that, aside from its nourishing value, it carries with it a quick stimulation that is without perceptible reaction. On the other side, says the Bakers Weekly, "we have had radical utterances connecting sugar with some of the most incurable of organic diseases. But an English physician recently concluded that sugar is almost a specific in the treatment of certain diseases of the heart. Emphasis is laid upon cane sugar." Dr. F. S. Locke of King's college, London, has kept the heart of a mammal beating for eighty to ninety hours after death of the animal simply by keeping the heart muscles sprained with powdered cane sugar. These later experiments with cane sugar, especially with reference to dilation of the heart, muscles, show that in numerous cases cures have been effected that are of three or four years standing. We Live Too Fast for Diaries. "When the inner history of the crisis is told by the private diaries of today," remarks the "Observer," in reference to the rather amusing political situation of the moment. Well, we stop there with the query: Is there a private diary? Is there a man in this room? Is there a woman in this room, dressed with action, faces the splendid industry of the diary, and makes it up—London Chronicle. THE COURIER. JOY A Sermon These things have I spoken unto you, that my joy may be in you, and that your joy may be full—John xv. 11. The religion of Jesus produces no more beautiful fruit, no more desirable boon, than joy. Have you noticed how large a part it plays in the prophets and poets of Israel, as well as in the teachings and spirit of our Master? The apostles, too, especially the Apostle Paul, sound this positive note in no uncertain manner: "Rejoice always! Again I say, Rejoice! Of course, you know all this. You know, too, that all the greatest poets of later days have dwelt on the joyous music of life with peculiar pleasure and beauty. What poet has touched this chord so finely as Coleridge, when he sings— These things have I spoken unto you, that my joy may be in you, and that your joy may be full—John xv, 11. O pure of heart, thou needest not ask of me Whit this strong music In the soul may be! What, and wherein it doth exist. This light, this glory, this fair luminous Joy, virtuous lady! Joy that n'er was given Save to the pure, and in their purest hour. Joy is the sweet voice, joy the luminous cloud— We in ourselves rejoice! And these flows all that charms our ear or sight, allows the echoes of that voice. All colors a guffusion from that light. Joy is what the psychologists call a compound emotion, in which pleasure, hope, admiration and unselfish love are ingredients. The purest example of it, outside of religion, is the joy of a loving mother as she tends her beautiful and healthy baby. Jesus often spoke of his joy, and wished that it might be fulfilled in us. By this he meant his great enthusiasm for God and man; his love, which embraced even his enemies. The mother's exquisite joy in her child arises out of her loving heart, out of her suffering and sacrifice for it. If she could by any possibility hate her child, she would forever be incapable of joy, Jesus' joy had a similar source, but it was keyed higher; its purpose was purer. It had its foundation in the love of God, and in his own great faith in that love. His joy was his unfalling pleasure in obedience to the loving will of the father. His joy, which he set before him and for which he endured the cross, despielling the shame, was in serving that will and helping others to find the supreme joy of their lives in so doing. Hence it was a joy that could never know hatred or envy. Joy, too, is a principle of strength. This would follow from its nature as enthusiasm, from the exaltation of the soul, from the emancipation of the mind from narrowness, jealousy and every base and unworthy emotion. But joy also has its own strength. The joyous frame of mind is even health-giving. Every doctor will tell you that it is better to laugh than weep, better to sing than moan, better for the body as well as the mind. Cheerfulness and joy are sisters. I had almost twin sisters, but joy is the elder, the stronger, the purer. For joy is not a derivative, a congenital temperamental gift, but a principle of power, dependent on the soul's attitude toward the love of God. If a man choose to make it his meat and drink to do the will of God, he shall know a joyous power which will enable him to go through life and make it a psalm of praise. Even in the valley and in the shadow of death he shall find wells of refreshment and comfort. For the joy of doing the will of God raises us above the world, giving us strength to conquer its lilies. It leads to the life which some men call imaginary, but to the pure in heart is the real life, the life of enthusiasm, of love, of hope, of faith, the eternal life. If we find this joy, we may know, in part, how God himself is strong, because he loves infinitely, and thus we come to look at life as resting on his everlasting and omnipotent arms. I think you will bear me out in saying that the truly strong souls are the joyous ones, and this is because they are not jealous, envious, or hateful; but see all things in God, they are broadminded; they are above the threat of doubt or the meanness of fear; they know that joy which is the strength of the heart that is pure. Learn, then, as a first step, to rejoice in the success of others. Joy in their achievements, even to your own detriment, is better than envy, with its dark and menacing cloud, its jealousy, its hatred. Listen to our master as he rebuked his disciples for their forbidding the workers of goodness because they were not of their persuasion: "Forbid him not; for there is no man who shall do a mighty work in my name, and be able quickly to speak evil of me. For he that is not against us is for us." Thus spoke the truly catholic mind. Surely, therefore, no one can do a good deed that can deserve anyone's envy. Whoever does it adds to the value of the man, the moulded and gives another proof of the dignity and worth of the nature God gave us. This applies to nations as well as to individuals. When one nation envies another nation, they are incapable of mutual understanding, and envy feeds the spirit of strife. NEGROES ARE WORKING TO RAISE $10,000 FUND. The colored citizens of Atlanta are making every effort to collect the $50,000 subscribed for the colored F. M. C. A. and for this purpose a number of committees have been appointed to work during the next 30 days, during which time it is hoped that $10,000 will be collected. A number of meetings have been held by the groves and plans made for the work. which is slowly breaking down now before the jury of the Christian religion. Be broadminded and learn to rejoice in each other's successes. This rings true, because it rings out the spirit of sullen jealousy; true for nations as well as for each individual. Then, again, learn to rejoice in your own work and in whatever success it brings, even if no one else does. Learn to find joy in it; for work done without joy is pretty sure to be poorly done; we do well, in the long run, only what exalts, what expands the mind, what lifts us out of narrowness and meanness. And whatever my job may be, I can take joy in it even if no one else does, if I have joy in my soul. You remember that great artist of the middle ages who went on working at his statue, though everyone was meanly criticising it, because he found joy in his work and showed the narrow minds of his detraitors. That was Goslinl, who created the Persians! So work on for God, even if man will have none of your wares; God will reward your work, if done in joy and hone in his good time. And, lastly, do not let life embitter you, but learn to rejoice as you advance in age and wisdom. Adversity, sorrow, the loss of those we love, the dangers of life—all this, I know, makes a hard lesson to learn. This is because our souls are not pure, because we allow life to appall us, or because we look at it through smoked spectacles. As one they speak of dust will spoil a photographic negative, so will one unlovely, gloomy thought spoil the soul's outlook. Joy is for the pure in heart. We grow old too off without joy, and too soon. Yet, with such hopes as the master brings, how ashamed we ought to be for this! With too many, alas, the lesson of these hopes was not learned soon enough, or, if we have known them, they have not sunk deep into the soil of the mind and produced their fruit. "In at one ear, out of the other" is the story of many of the fine things life has whispered to us. And thus we grow hard, narrow, jealous, envious and hateful. We miss joy; and in missing this we miss the magic word that makes life not a decline into old age but an ascent—a power of exaltation and of expansion, a principle of strength, keeping the heart young and sweet and wholesome, filled with a life that is eternal. The pure in heart, and these only in their preest hours, can know what joy is. Perhaps it is not attainable, in its purest form, here; for as Byron says, some venom stings every joy. But this is not true of the joy to which Jesus invites us, the joy of the soul in God, the joy of the heart in work, the joy of sacrifice and of service, the joy of death and heaven. This joy is as faithful as the stars. No venom can reach it. In heaven we shall know it fully. For heaven is joy—Henry Davies, B. D., Ph. D. EXPERIMENTAL WORK. To have eggs of fine flavor the hens should be fed on clean food. Fowls fed, on purid meat, decayed or decaying animal substances, will lay eggs not to fit to eat. Proof of how the food affects the egg may be had by feeding a number of hens on onions for a certain period. The eggs will become so strongly tainted with the onion flavor as to be unpalatable. Where the farmer allows his fowls unlimited range it may be said that it is impossible to control their food, but under no circumstances should the fowls be allowed access to fifty substances. Even the practice of allowing the hens to scratch in the dung-hill, as some of the old school farmers think is necessary for the production of eggs, is not to be recommended. Where fowls are kept for the purpose of money-making, they will be found systematically arranged in certain numbers in pens and their actions under control. Good care, clean food and clean quarters will be found hand in hand. System and intelligence are as necessary in the management of poultry as in other lines of business.—Report Canada Experiment Farm. FORGETFUL MAN. There is no doubt that the tying of a piece of string round the finger is really an aid to poor memory; but there is a well authenticated case of a man who tied a piece of cord around his finger in the morning to remind him to get his hair cut. On his way home to dinner that evening he noticed the piece of cord. "Oh, yes, I remember," he said. And smiling proudly, he entered the accustomed shop and sat down before the tonsoral operator. "Er-yes, sir!" said the artist, puzzled, inquiring in his tones. "Eh? Oh, yes; cut my hair, please," commanded the absent-minded one curly. "Why, certainly, sir, if you wish it," said the artist. "But you won't mind my mentioning the fact that I cut it this morning, will you?" WANTED TO KEEP THE FARM. A big blond Scandinavian wandered into the office of a title company with a request: "Ay want you to make some papers out. Ay buy a farm in das country and ay tank ay want a mortgage." "Why do you want a mortgage?" the clerk asked, surprised. "If you bought a farm don't you want a deed?" "No, ay tank not. Sax years ago ay bay a farm and get a deed, and ay buy a farm and get a deed, gage and tak da farm. Ay tank ay tak a mortgage." -Houston Post. RAIN-COAXING CEREMONIES. Nearly every country has some sort of a rain-coaxing ceremony. INTELLIGENCE OF RAT. Prof. F. A. Perrin of Chicago university, in a lecture before the American Psychological association at Washington, dwelt on the sagacity of the lower animals, which he declared, is often greater than that of man himself. For example, said he, a rat will reason his way cut of a complicated inclusion with more case than an educated human being would in an analogous case. CHURCH NOTICES Bethal A. M. E. Church. Corner Wylie avenue and Elm street. Sunday services 10:30 A. M. and 7:45 P. M. Sunday School, 12:45 P. M. Christian Endeavor, 6:30 P. M. Prayer meeting Wednesday, 8 P. M. Class meeting, Friday, 8 P. M. Rev. P. A. Scott, pastor, residence 95 Elm street, Bell phone 2987 Grant. ST. AUGUSTINE'S EPISCOPAL MISSION 319 Jackson St., N. S., Pittsburgh— Sunday services, 10:45 a.m. and 7:45 p. m.; Sunday school, 12:30 p. m. Wednesday evening prayer meeting, 7:45 p. m. Rev. Scott Wood, priest in charge. JOHN WESLEY A. M. E. ZION Preaching Sunday, 11 a. m. and 8 p. m.; Varrick C. E. Society, 6:30 p. m.; Sunday school, 1:30 p. m.; prayer meeting, Wednesday evening; class meeting, Friday evening; communal services every first Sunday in the month. Rev. W. L. Lee, pastor. Bell phone 2293-R Grant, 40 Arthur street. EUCLID AVENUE A. M. E. Church; Corner Eucell avenue and Harvard street, Pittsburgh—Mornings worship, 10:45 a. m.; Sunday school, 2:30 p. m.; Sunday worship, 6:30 p.; evening worship, 7:45 p. m. D. S. Bentley, D. D., pastor, 324 Meadow street. Hours of study, 10 to 12 m. daily except Monday. Residence phone 1385-J Highland. RODMAN ST. BAPTIST CHUCH. RODMAN ST. BAPTIS CHURCH East End, Pittsburgh Communion, first Sunday each month, 3 p.m. pastor's study at church from 9 p.m. preaching every Sunday, 10:45 a.m. and 7:45 p.m.; Sunday school, 1:30 p.m. B. Y. P. U. 6 p.m. Seats free. All are welcome. Rev. O. S. Simmons, D. D., pastor, 620 Thompson street. Bell phone 3897-W. Highland. Payne A. M. E. Church. Preaching every Sunday, 11 a. m. and 7:30 p. m.; Sunday school, 2:30 p. m.; Ajien Endeavor league, 6:30 p. m.; prayer meeting, Wednesday, 8. p. m. Rev. T. Taggart, pastor. Mt. Zion Baptist—Sunday services, 11 a. m. and 7:30 p. m.; Sunday school, 2 p. m.; communion second Sunday in each month; B. Y. U. 6:30 p. m.; prayer meeting, Wednesday, 8 p. m.; Epps, pastor. Highland Baptist church—Sunday service, 11 a. m. and 7:30 p. m.; communion fourth Sunday in each month; Sunday school, 2 p. m.; B. Y. P. U., 6 p. m.; prayer meeting Wednesday, 7:30 p. m. Rev. C. J. Wells, pastor. Rocky Mt. Baptist church—Sunday services, 11 a. m. and 7 p. m.; Sunday school, 1:30 p. m.; prayer meeting Wednesday night; communion every third Sunday in month. Rev. J. H. Brown, pastor. GRACE MEMORIAL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Preaching at 11 a. m. and 8 p. m. Sunday school at 1 p. m. Young people's Christian Endeavor. 7 p. m. Wednesday night prayer meeting. $ p. m. REV. CHAS. HENRY TRUSTY, D. D. Brown's Chapel. Services at Brown's Chapel A. M. B. Street, North Stock, and Boyle Street, North St. Sundays—Morning service, 10.30; Sunday school, 2:00 p. m.; Christian Endeavor, 6:30 to 7:45 p. m.; evan- ing service, 7:45. Wednesday - Prayer meeting 8 p.m. REV. R. H. MOH Pastor? WAYMEN A. M. E. CHURCH. Preston Avenue. Services every Lord's day at 10:46 a. m. and 8 p. m.; Sunday school, 10 a. m. Seats free. All welcome. Prayer Meeting Wednesday at 9 p. m.; Sunday school. REV. E. N. THOMAS, Pastor. 535 Morne avenue, Bellevue, Pa. WARREN M. E. CHURCH Center avenue and Watt street 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. Wate, pastor. ALLEN CHAPEL A. M. E. CHURCH North Side, Pittsburg. Morning worship, 10:45 a. m. Class 12 m. Sunday school, 2 p. m. A. C. E. League, 6:30 p. m. Evening worship, 7:45 p. m. Wednesday night, prayer meeting. All are invited to attend. REV. E. R. BAZIER, Pastor. Homewood A. M. E. Zion Church, Tioga and Dumferline Streets. Service Sabbath 11 a. m.; 7:45 p. m. Young People's meeting. 11 a. m.; Sabbath school, 2:30 p. m.; prayer meeting, Wednesday, 8 p. m.; class meeting, Friday evening. Visitors cordially welcome. UNIONTOWN, PA MT. OLIVET BAPSTEI CHURCH. Rev. Thompson, pastor—Preaching 10:30 a.m. school 2:30 m. B. Y P. U., L. 6:30 p. and preaching 7:45 p. m. ZION A. M. E. Church. Rev. J. W. Polk. pastor—Preaching, 10:45 a.m.; m. Sunday school. 2:30 p. m.; C. E. society. 6:30 p. m.; preaching. 7:45 p. m. MT. ROSE BAPTIST CHURCH Rev. Thomas Ford, Ford—preaching, 10.45 a. m.; Sunday school, 2:30 p. m.; B. Y. P. U.; 6:30 p. m.; preaching, 7:45 p. m. St. Paul A. D. M. e. church, Rev. W. B. 10:45 a. m.; D. E. church, preaching, 10:45 a. m.; Sunday school, 2:30 p. m.; C. E. society, 6:30 p. m.; preaching, 7:45 p. m. SATURDAY, APRIL 13, 1912 Papyrus meeting, 7:38 to 9 p. m. Wednesday. Official meeting, Thursday, before second Sunday, 8 p. m. Church meeting, Friday, before second Sunday, 8 p. m. Communion services, every second Sunday at 3 p. m. Women's secondary circle, first Tuesday, 8 p. m. Sunday school teachers' meeting, every Tuesday from 8 to 9 p. m. All are welcome. Rev. T. H. C. Mosser, D. D. Pastor, residence, 6109 Dunnah street, East End. Office in the church, Hours, 11 a. m. to 2 p. m., Wednesday and Friday. Services at Bethlehem Baptist Church, McKeesport, Pa. Preaching at 11 a. m. and 3 p. m. Sabbath school at 2 p. m.; B. Y. P. U. at 6:30. All are welcome. Rev. J. R. Sanders, pastor. St. Paul's A. M. E. Church, McKeesport Preaching at 11 a. m., Sunday school at 2 p. m. Allen's Christian Endeavor at 6 p. m and preaching at 8 p. m. Rev. W. W. Young, pastor. Gladden A. M. E. Church, Homestead, Pa. C. R. Goggins, pastor—Services 11 a. m. and 7:30 p. m. Sunday school, 2:30 p. m.; prayer meet Wednesday evening; literary Thursday evening. The Peoples' Mission, Wilkinsburg, order of services—Sunday school at 2 p. m., the Juvenile Missionary band 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.; Sunday school teacher meets Wednesday, 8 p. m.; Christian 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. E. church, Rev. A. Smothers, pastor—Services, preaching, 10:45 a. m; m; class, 11:30 a. m; Sunday school, 2:30 p. m; preaching, 7:45 p. m; prayer meeting, preaching, 7:45 p. m; prayer meeting, Wedd- day signaling, 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.; H. B. Clemens sup- perintendent; Epworth leage, 6:40; preaching, 7:45. Wayman A. M. E. church, Market street, Rev. J. F. T. Fartly, pastor—Sunday services, 10:45; class meeting, 12; Sunday school, 2:30; Christian Engeavor, 6:45; preaching, 7.45. House of Prayer Rescue Home, Mother A. Johnson, Sheperdess—Regular services Sunday, Tuesday. GREENSBURG, 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, 3 p.m. Rev. C. J. Powell, D. D., pastor. No. 213 West Ottertman street, Bell phone 387J. DONORA, PA. (By G. L. G.) Easter was well observed at the First Baptist Church The church was well decorated with beautiful flowers and Rev. J. C. Taulton preached an able sermon on Sunday morning, his theme was the "Resurrection of Christ." At 2 p.m. an Adult Bible class was organized with 30 members. The officers are as follows: J. F. Crockett, president; vice president, J. T. Brown; Mrs. Eva Wade, secretary; Chas. Lions, treasurer; Rev. J. C. Taulton, teacher, the motto "Use me or lose me." At 3 p.m. Rev. L. C. Garland baptized three candidates from Monongahela and immediately after the baptism an appropriate Easter program was rendered. Peculiar Edwards and Daniel lifted the offering. Rev. J. C. Taulton requested every baptism from two days old and up to bring him an Easter egg and the must have rememberer for the reverend was seen Monday morning with two baskets of eggs. The members of the A. M. E. church rendered a creditable Easter program at 8 p.m. Al Priest, the popular hotel porter, purchased a five passenger Maxwell automobile. Misses Grace and Mabel Jonas, formerly of Williamsport. Pa., visited Mr. and Mrs. James Gill. The Carnation club has issued 209 invitation for May 14. Miss Sade Saunders entertained the mysterious club last Friday evening. A short program was rendered after which a short luncheon was served. Miss Rose Wade from Monongahela called on friends this week. Miss Mary Frey and Mrs. Stella Saunders were Monongahela callers. Saunders were Mongonqhela callers. Misses Bessie Hall and May Free will entertain the Mysterious club on Friday night. Dallas Jones and Chas. Offett were Monessen callers. G. L. Gfay visited friends in Washington and Cannabons. See Singleton Law for fine cookeries. Joseph Shepard and family from Monessen visited his sister. Miss Ella Shepard. Miss Bessie Shepard and Conard Burke were Donora visitors. James Ford and Robt. Condiff were Charlerol collers. Much credit is due to Donora colored brass band for a new band no more could be directed they have public and rendered fine music by the time the great political gun will fire our band will be ready to play "Who would of thought it." Henry Mills called on friends in Finieville. Mr. and Mrs. Wesler Freeman were Donora visitors. Otherwise About the Same. The difference between the man who rocks the boat and the man who drags the gun through the fence is that it is not necessary to drag for the body of the latter.—Louisville Courier-Journal SATURDAY, APRIL 13, 1912 GRAND LODGE OF F. & A. M. Seventh Masonic District. Brother John C. Morton, R. W. G. Warden and District Deputy Grand Master, 16 Miller street, Pittsburgh, Pa. Mt. Morlah No. 36—Stated meeting second Thursday each month. Frederic B. Lee, W. M. Edward W. Johnson, secretary. St. John's No. 50. Sewickley-State- ted meeting first, Monday each month. Lewis Hallstock. W. M.; J. G. Matt- terson, J. Jr., secretary. Star West No. 62-Stated meeting second Saturday each month. Samuel Scott. W. M.; Marion W. Hall, secretary. King Solomon Lodge No. 75. New Brighton - Stated meeting second Wednesday each month. Alexander Webater. W. M.; James "W. Butler, secretary. Prince Hall Lodge No. 57. Beaver Falls-Stated meeting third Saturday each month. Jereriah Boulding. W. M.; Lewis Ewing, secretary. St. Cypress No. 13-Wm. A. Morrison, W. M.; Nelson J. Miles, secretary. Stated meeting first Thursday. Monongabela No. 56. Monongabela- wm. Richardson, W. M.; S. E. Mc- Pheerson, secretary. Stated meeting first Thursday. Monessen No. 79, Monessen—Julius Smith, W. M.; Ashby Boyer, secretary. Stated meeting second Thursday each month. Eureka No. 83, Bellevue—Stated communication second Wednesday each month. Elizabeth No. 88, Elizabeth—Joseph Bell, W. M.; Robert A. Hatch, secretary. Stated meeting north Tuesday. Mt. Pisgah No. 91, Unitown, Pa.—A. P. McClure, W. M.; J. H. Robinao, secretary. Stated meeting second Monday each month. Alpha Lodge No. 92, Pittsburgh—Frank R. Dreward, W. M.; Herran Sack, secretary. Stated meeting Tuesday. Procter's Lodge No. 95—John Williams, N. M.; Wm. Washington, secretary. Stated meeting second Friday, Little's hall, corner Wylie avenue and Robert street. Asaph Lodge, Connellsville—Meeting most first and third Tuesday night in the month. Renner Slade, W. M.; Robt. W. Sanders, secretary. Box 324, 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, F. Sec. North Side Lodge No. 124, I. B. P. O. E. W. Meets second and fourth Tuesday, Odd Pellows hall, corner Jackson and Irwin avenue. North Side, P. E. R. Carl Hardy, E. R.; Jesse Harris, F. Sec. Greater Pittsburgh Lodge 115, I. B. P. O. E. W. Meets first and third Monday at Elks Rest, 6437 Frankstown avenue, East End. Leme Pax, P. E. L. Rose F. Sec. Nameis Lodge 120, I. B. P, O. E. W—Meets second and fourth Wednesday at EK Rest, 706 Wood street. Wilkinsburg, Pa. Chas. Boone, E. R: H. Edmunds) P. 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. I. Winstown, E. R.; Geo. Brown. F. Sec. Coke City Lodge No. 126. Connellville, Pa. Meets first and third Tuesday at Elk Rest, 132 E. Main street. Penton Jackson, F. Sec. Tuna Valley Lodge No. 156. Bradford, Pa. Meets first and third Thursday, 15 Chambers street. Rev. P. H. Williams, E. R.; J. E. Entry, F. Sec. Esther Chapter No. 7. Order of the Eastern Star. Stated meeting third Thursday each month at 604 Center avenue. Rosa E. Hill, W. M.; Michelle D. Hill, secretary, 2911 Wyle avenue. Chosen Friends Chapter No. 6. Order of the Eastern Star, stated meeting fourth Wednesday of each month at Little hall. Wyle avenue and Eberts street. Jennie Granville, W. M.; Helen Turner, secretary. ODD FELLOWS. Meetings of Grand United Order of Odd Fellows in Odd Fellows' hall, Irwin avenue' and Jackson street, North Side. Union Western Star Lodge No. 1515—First and Third Wednesday evenings. P. L. Anderson, secretary, 505 West Jefferson street. Bond of Love Lodge No. 2514—First and third Tuesday evening. George W. Stevenson, secretary, 54 McNaught avenue. Allegheny Council No. 222—Fourth Tuesday evening. W. W. Jacobs, secretary, 147 Irwin avenue. Household of Ruth No. 35—First and third Friday evenings. Household of Ruth No. 1754—Second and fourth Wednesday evening. Nrs. Bydle "Crunkleton, secretary. 116 Degas street. Allegheny Patricia No. 11—Fourth Monday evening. P. L. Anderson, secretary, 501 West Jefferson street. News items aftertime these lodges please mail to the Pittsburgh Courthouse. KNIGTHS OF PYTHIAS. Month, first and third Tuesdays to the next New odd day from North S. ALEXIS MASON A. WILSON K. GROSS Royal Ship of the No. 1233 L. H. P. O. of W. W. Aves at the Rest. Robinson street, North Side, second and fourth Mondays of each month. J. Walter Frazier, E. R.; Jesse W. Harris, F. E. Gen. J. B. Sweitzer Camp, No. 98, Sons of Veterans, U. S. A.-Meets at Memorial hall, Fifth avenue, on second and fourth Friday nights of each month. New Castle Lodge No. 38, K. of P., meets first and third Friday of each month. Alexander Williams, C. C.; Commodore Tilden, K. of R. S. 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 Wednesdays 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. K. OF P. Meetings second and fourth Wednesdays of each month, at Odd Fellows' hall, Arthur street. PAUL GILLETTE, C. C. I. P. JACKSON, V. C. Jericho Lodge, C. D.—Stated meetings, every second Friday. R. L. Vann, W. M.; J. W. Morgan, secretary. Bewickley Star, No. 40, K. of P. meets first and third Tuesdayes of each month on Beaver street. N. L. Young, C. C.; C. H. Pryor, K. of R. & S. L. Alexander, M. of F. Damon Lodge, No 28, K. of P. meets first and third Thursdays of each month at Odd Fellows Hall, corner Wylie and Beaton. Frank R. Steward, C. C.; James A. Baldwin, K of R. & S.; Jesse W. Harris, M. of F. Household of Ruth. No 56—Meets first and third Fridays in each month N. S., Pittsburg, Pa. Mrs. Mattle Sutton, W. R. Glass City lodge, 4392, G. U. of O. F., Charleroi, Pa. Meets every first and third Tuesdays. Charles Wonzer, secretary. H. of R. 1413, Charleroi, Pa. Meets every first and third Wednesdays Mrs. A. Primas, W. R. LOE ST. LUKES J. K. Minor council, No. 91, I. O. of St. Luke meets first and third Thursday nights at Thirty-sixth and Butler streets. No. 257, Eastern Star council, meet first and third Monday nights, at Thirty-sixth and Butler streets. St. Elizabeth, No. 504, meets first and third Thursday nights at Odd Fellows' hall, corner Wylie avenue and Benton street. Richardson's White Rose, No. 725 meets second and fourth Thursday nights. Zenobia council, No. 766, meets first and third Monday nights. Homestead council, No. 601, meets second and fourth Tuesday nights. Barton council, No. 694, Braddock, meets first and third Tuesday nights. Gen. J. B. Sweltzer camp meets on the second and fourth Friday nights of each month at Soldiers' Memorial hall, Fifth avenue. The Liberty Chapter, Order of Eastern Star, meets on first and third Mondays of each month at their lodge room, Reformers' building, at 8 o'clock p.m. Mrs. R. H. Payne, Worthy Matron, 134 Flavel street, East End; Miss Sog, Booker, Worthy Recorder, 511 Lenore street, East End. NOTICE Golden Eagle lodge, No. 22, Knights of Pythias, meets the first and third Wednesdays of each month at Maehall, Sheraden street, East End. Hour of opening, 8 p. m. Rev. J. Henry Dandridge, C. C.; Martin C. Coleham, M. of F.; James Woodruff, K. of R. and S. Malta Commandery. No. 19, K. T.—Sir George C. Cochran, Em. Com.; Sir Samuel P. Buckner, generalisimo; Sir David D. Richards, Capt. Gen.; Sir William S. Lewis, recorder; Sir John T. Thornton, treasurer; Rev. C. J. 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 Tabernacle No. 39, Daughters of Tabor—Meeting first and third Tuesday night in each month at Reformers hall. Frankstown avenue. East End. Julia Habb, H. P., 12 Mayflower street. East End; Maggie Moore, V. R., CS33 Upland street, East End. Auxiliary No. 98, Sons of Veterans. meets on the third Friday in the month at Soldiers' Memorial hall. Fifth avenue. McKESSPORT, Pa. Glittering Diamond Tabernacle, No. 57. Daughters of Tabor—Meets second Tuesday night of each month at 1115 Market street. Lily of the Valley Court of Calan- the, No. 26—Meets first Thursday evening on each month at 1115 Market street. ELIZABETH, PA. Wainwright lodge, No. 48, K. of P. Brother A. T. Scott, C. C.; Brother French E. H. Greene, Brother Stanley Young B. Burton, prelate; Brother Wesley H. Stratton, M. of E.; Brother Charles S. Batch, M. of F.; Brother Stanley Simmons, K. of R. and S. Brother R. E. Pawlburn, M. of A. Brother Charles Henderson, I. G. Brother George E. Saunders, M. W. Brother George B. Saunders, M. W. Brother Charles Saunders, L. H. Fronen H. Saunders, V. C.; Brother Simpson, trustee; Brother Frenen E. Fronen was elected delegate to the mind lodge. Advance lodge, No. 2956 of G. F. O. of O. F. elect, n as follows: Guiddian Hiram Simmons, warden, James Barber; noble grand, warden, 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. warrior; Richard Staples, G. Jr. warden; Jas Lethwick G. treasurer; La Royal Wilson, G. secretary; Rev. Thomas Ford, grand chaplain; Rev. W. H. Truss, grand lecurer. 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, meets second and fourth Tuesday night in each month at Odd Fellows hall, corner Beaver and Broad street, Swickley, Pa. Mrs. Mattle F. Bowden, H. P.; Mrs. Martha Anderson, v. P.; Mrs. G. Hallard, C. R.; Mrs. R. H. Lee, V. R.; Mrs Lucy Blackson, C T. Queen Ester Tabernacle No. 516 O O. of F. Daughters of Tabor take the third Tuesday night in each month at Odd Fellows hall, 2207 Wylie avnue. 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 Castle, 3725 G. I. O. of O. F. meets every other Thursday evening. Orlando Fitzhugh, P. S., New Castle, a. McDONALD, PA. The Lilly of the Valley Lodge No. 20 meets the first and third Friday night of each month at 7 o'clock on Valley street. W. M. Powell, C. C.; Salston, K. of R. S.; R. Haskins, V. C. W. M. Pour, M. of F. Charles Berry. M. of E. R. E. Tweedy, M. W. Thomas Beard, M. of A. Henry Berry. P. Chas. M. ofahr. O. G. Carrie Loan U. G. trustees, Sterling J. Catter. W. M. Powell and Manuel Berry. The Jewel lodge No. 4641. G. V. O. of Odd Fellows of McDonald, meet first and third Thursday night of each month on Valley street. A. J. Alston, W. G. W. M. Powell, P. S. NEWS FROM ALL OHIO CORRESPONDENTS MUST REACH THIS OFFICE NO LATER THAN TUESDAY NOON OF EACH WEEK. MANAGER. Smithfield, Ohio (B: Viola Carter.) Quarterly meeting was observed here Sunday. Dr. Joshua H. Jones preached ably at 10:30 and administered the holy commission. Mrs. John Harris and son and Mrs. Maud Gill were the guests of Mrs. Earnest Freeman of Bradley on Saturday. Mrs. S. W. Banks spent from Friday until Sunday with her sisters, Mrs. Mitchell and Mrs. Carter. Mrs. Chas. Thompson and daughters were the guests of Mrs. Davis Fitzerald on Sunday. Easter exercises were observed on Sunday night and an excellent program was rendered. Collection $7. Rev. Jackson Oakey of McIntyre, will leave on Tuesday for Norwalk, where he will spend 10 days with his family. Miss Bertha Ramsey of Mopedale, was the guest of Mrs. Homer Harris on Saturday and Sunday. Mrs. Ed. Smith was the guest of Miss Emma Carter on Friday. Mrs. Alfonso Towny and Miss Agnes Towny were the guests of Mrs. E. A. Powell on Friday. S. W. Banks and wife returned to their home in Steubenville last Sunday night. Mrs. C. H. Thomas was the guest of Mrs. James Carter on Monday. Mrs. L. B. Haggrave left on Thursday to visit her son in Homestead and Pittsburgh. Elzy West and David Lanes spent Sunday in Pittsburgh. Finley Davis of Pittsburgh spent Saturday and Sunday the guests of Miss Julia Mae Veney. Miss Elizabeth Ramsey, Mrs. Dave West and daughter. Thelma, were the guests of Mrs. James Carter on Saturday and Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. D. W. Biggs entertained on Sunday. Dr. Joshua Jones. Rev. S. W. White and Mrs. Marie Biggs. AKRON O (By Mary Broady) Mrs. Henry Barkside is visiting relatives at her former home in Pittsburgh, Pa. Mrs. E. G. Lewis of 1632 Second Avenue entertained on Friday afternoon in honor of her mother's birthday. Mrs. Mary Davis. She received a number of presents. Dainty refreshments were served. The many friends of Mrs. Ellen Thomas and Miss Cora Walters regret they are still quite ill. Miss Agnes Rice has returned to Akron after an extensive visit among her friends in Virginia. Mrs. Alice, Campbell and daughter, Tresin of New Castle, Pa. were the guests of Mrs. Broady, daughter and parents during Easter. Mrs. Jennie May of Massillon, spent Easter with Miss Ethel Jones. Mrs. Evans and grandons of Alliance, were the guests of her daughter, Mrs. ida Brown, during Easter. To Sunday schools of the A.M.E. Zion and Second Baptist churches held their Easter events on Sunday evening. The day East was observed in the Second Baptist church Sunday morning at Boys' Junction. In it the children of Day may attend the Baptist Church of Day in the Second Baptist Church of Day with a interesting program. Young Miss Usualia Campell of New Castle. THE COURIER. who was visiting Louisa Broady played a beautiful instrumental selection. Mr. and Mrs. Patterson and family of Cleveland, are visiting Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Tilman. CADIZ, OHIO (By Ira Wallace.) The Busy Bees met at the home of Mrs. Mary Brown on Sunday. Miss Hazel Jean Lucas spent her Easter vacation at her home in Chillicothe, O. Mrs. Henry Griffin of Steubenville is visiting Mrs. Alice Tyler. Mrs. Mary Taylor is very sick. Mrs. Anna Malkins of Wheeling, is visiting her mother who is ill. Rev. Blackburn was assigned pastor of the M. E. church. Miss Hattie B. Lucas celebrated her eighteenth birthday with a very pretty evening party, given by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Lucas. About 50 guests were present and she was the recipient of many handsome presents. A splendid menu was served. Joseph Taylor of Wheeling, spent Sunday here. P. T. Brown of East Liverpool, O., is visiting his family. Mr. Gertrude Rud'o'ph was called to Youngstown by her father's illness. Mrs. Lloyd Ramsey and son of Hopedale, spent a few days with her sister, Mrs. Flora Lucas, who has been very sick, but is some better now. Miss May Johnson entertained a few friends on Tuesday evening in honor of Griffin Lucas. Griffin Lucas left for Columbus, O. on Wednesday, where he will spend a few days with his brother and then return to his home in Chillicothe, O. East Liverpool, O. Leonard Jones, of Weiltsville, O. died at his home, 12 o'clock, noon. Sunday, from a complication of diseases, following an illness of several months duration. Funeral services were held at 9 o'clock Monday morning. The remains were taken to Clarksburg, W. Va., for burial. The infant child of Mr. and Mrs. Percy Weaver died Friday evening. Georgia Lawson is confined to his home with illness. His many friends wish his speedy recovery. Fred. Clark visited Miss Hattie Southall on Sunday. The Eureka club met at the home of Mrs. J. M. Tate. Many attended and luncheon was served. Mrs. Hannah Smith was called to Steubenville by the severe illness of her mother. Mrs. Susie Stamps of East End, spent Sunday with friends in Youngstown. Miss Jessie Phillips spent Sunday with her mother, Mrs. Harriet Phillips. Mrs. Hannah Lockert was called to Steubenville on Sunday night by illness of her son. Homer. Mrs. Martie Johnson, Mrs. Dorssey were Pittsburgh visitors on Friday. The East End Sewing circle met at the home of Mrs. Brown. The hostess served lunch. Company B. gave their entertainment in Smith's hall on Thursday. Quite a large crowd attended. The annual sermon of the St. Luke's was preached by Rev. Dr. Hall, Easter Sunday. The resurrection of Christ was commemorated with beautiful and impressive services at the A. M. E. church on Sunday evening. Alliance, Ohio (By C. C. Martin.) The Missionary society met at the home of Mrs. Alonzo Jackson on Monday evening. About 60 persons present. The /out-of-town visitors were Miss Sara Cyrus, Miss Cora Lee and Miss Martha Simpson, all of Salem, O. The next meeting will be held at the home of Mrs. Frank Barrett of Park avenue. Dorothy Benton spent Easter in Cleveland. Clement Johnson, Orville Johnson, Raymond Logan and Irving Morgan, all of Salem, all were Alliance visitors on Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. John Allen of Massillon, O., were in Alliance. The annual sermon of the Eastern Stars was preached by Rev. M. N Culper, pastor of St. Luke's A. M. E. church on Sunday evening. The Easter exercises at the A. M. E. church were very interesting and superintendent Chas. Gamer deserves great praise for his work. The offering was $20. The prize given the girl raising the largest amount was won by Miss Jean Redmond. At 6 o'clock luncheon was served at the home of Mrs Esther Barretts of Park avenue, Sunday p. m. Covers were laid for six. The out-of-town guests were Misses Clement and Orville Johnson of Salem. Clement Johnson is a student of the Salem High school and bids fair to make a high mark in life. The colored people of Alliance are proud of their John J. Jackson who is a student of the Alliance High school senior class, 1912. 1913 will be the banner year for the Alliance High school among the colored people. There will be six to enter the Freshman year. They are: Misses Jean Redmond, Nellie Oliver, Ethel and Izola Lacy, Willis McConahy and Cyrus Gamer. Must have notes Tuesday morning. (Manager.) Steubenville, O. Steubenville, O. (BY S. F. COK.) G. L. Johnson spent Easter with his wife in Pittsburgh, who is improving slowly. George Johnson and wife have sold the north side of their house to James Baltimor and mother, Mrs. Alice Doggitt. The Quinn A. M. E. church held a splendid Easter service and the attendance was good considering the inclement weather. The Sunday school program was held at 9:30 and the children did finely. The Allen Endeavor at 6:00 was very interesting and the choir at 7:45 p.m. gave a fine program to a large audience under the management of Mrs. Elmer White. Mrs. Frank Carke, organist and M. M. Brown, Jr. cornetist. The choir is giving excellent service. Mrs. Kate Williams of Cleveland, is visiting her parents. The Nimble Thimble met with Mrs. M. Alexander at her home on South street. Tuesday April 2. Mrs. M. Brace is on the sid. List Louis Thomson went to Liverpool on Monday evening. Miss Edith Brace entertained a number of her friends last Sunday availing in lieu of her own pleasure with the. Mrs. C. Brace is interested in the. The Foster's rules at different times in the school were a child's interest. The Foster's rules was conducted in the afternoon the school was well received. The child d. deserve much praise and credit. Collection was taken by class and the little folks were very much interested as to which should carry off the banner. The infant class, which is taught by Miss Mabel Burton, had on the table ten dollars and thirty-six cents and won the banner. William White and David Smith ran and got the banner and headed the class and marched around the room to the music of "Onward Christian Soldiers." Miss Mabel Burton deserves much praise for the earnest and patient work in the Sabbath school. On account of sickness in so many families all the teachers had to leave the burden of training the little folks on Miss Burton and she did it with credit to herself and church. At night the chair rendered some very appropriate and beautiful music under the direction of Miss Gertrude Howard. I N. McCullough conducted the singing for the Easter exercises on Sunday afternoon at Simpson church, assisted by Paul Howard on the cornet. The collection at Simpson church on Easter Sunday amounted to near thirty three dollars, the school having raised twenty dollars and eleven cents. Rev. Burton has returned to Steubenville for another year and his congregation are rejoicing over his return. Mr. and Mrs. Caster Smith were both indisposed last Sunday. Mrs. Emma Parker of Mt. Pleaseant, O., is visiting her daughter, Mrs. Minnie Howard. John Pernell, who has been sick for over a year died last Saturday morning and was buried Monday afternoon. The funeral was conducted by Rev. Burton. The Sunday school of the Second Baptist church rendered a very pretty little program on Sunday night. The singing and recitations by the little children under the direction of Mrs. Mamie Sledge was creditably done. Nelson Howard is much better and able to be out again. There were two accessions at Quinn A. M. E. church on Sunday, Mrs. Jackson and daughter of Highland avenue. Wadsworth, Ohio (By Lucy Page.) The Sunday services were well attended. Rev. W. M. Page preached a very interesting Easter sermon on Sunday morning. Easter exercises were a grand success. Miss Helen Taylor deserves great credit. The church is progressive. Will start to remodel sometime in next month. Rev. Samuel Bassett of Cleveland, was in town on Thursday in the interest of his paper. Mrs. R. A. Jones and daughter of Akron, spent Friday, April 4, with Mrs. Wm. Dyson and was also the guest of Mrs. W. M. Page. The sick of our church are Alfred Early and Miss Alice Pollard. Matter of Course. Probably the most typical illustration of modern culture was the reply of a lady who had been enthusiastic over the Wagnerian cycle, and "when I asked her to tell me quite honestly, as between old friends, if she really enjoyed it, replied: 'Oh yes.' I think one likes Wagner—doesn't one?" Peculiar Place for Cash An astounding incident happened at Portland, Eng., lately, when the chef of a big club cut into a sheep's carcass and £130 in currency coins fell to the floor. A telephone call to the market from which the mutton had been received revealed the fact that a clerk had placed the money inside the carcass for safe keeping after banking hours. UNIONTOWN SPARKS AND FLASHES (By Nellie E. E. Grant.) St. Paul A. M. E. Church. You talk about rain but Easter Sunday was one of the most disagreeable days we have had for a long time. The day dawned here with rain falling and just about time for the people gather at church the heavens wept copious showers of rain, sleet and snow. In the face of these facts a good sized audience was present at the morning service. The Altar Guild society had the church beautifully decorated with flowers of various kinds and palms and ferns. Rev. W. B. Anderson, D. D. the pastor, delivered an inspiring sermon on "Lessons From Easter." The boys' vested choir of 17 voices was out in full and made the good audience forget the awful weather on the outside by their beautiful singing of Easter music, Dr. Anderson baptized the infant child of Mr. and Mrs. Easley. Many others were to be baptized who could be brought on account of the bad weather. The Sunday school rendered a well prepared program at 3 p.m. The senior choir under the leadership of Mrs. Mary Winston, held a very fine sacred concert at 3 p.m. A good crowd was out to witness it. Many said it was the best St. Paul has had for a long time. Dr. Anderson was so well pleased until he asked the choir to give a sacred concert every first Sunday night in the month. Rev. W. B. Anderson, D. D., and Delegate N. E. McClure attended the district conference of the South Pittsburgh district at Greensburg, Pa. last Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Rev. Dr. Anderson preached the opening sermon on Tuesday night taking for his subject "The Value of Man." Miss Abbie A. Anderson, who is attending Wilberforce University in Ohio, didn't forget to send each member of her Sunday school class of which she was the teacher in St. Paul church, an Easter card. Mrs. Nancy Fox, who has been on the sick list of her home of Berkley street, is much improved. Mrs. Scott Peck and Scott Peck, Jr. of Pittsburgh, were visitors of Mrs. Arms on Sunday. Ellworth Callahan is arranging for a concert to be given on April 21, for the benefit of the band. FOR FIRST CLASS CLEANING AND PRESSING Saints muni to $100.00 Cran and Press Suits.....150c Press Suits.....140c Press Pants.....150c North Gallatin Avenue, opposite Gallatin Hotel, Bell Phone. UNIONTOWN, PA. A. L. Ballard Shipping to All Points a Specialty Private Carriages and Pleasure Vehicles For Hire 5630 Penn Avenue, Pittsburg, Pa. 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INE HAIR GRO under the Drug Act, June 3, 1906, Serial BY MRS. W. A. CLAY, 6239 FHANKSTO PITTSBURGH, PA. Bell Phone 2950, Highlan aration of one of Plittsburgh's most succe ders solicited. Wanted Everywhere. We make up hair The favorite preparation of one of Pittsburgh's most successful hair specialists. Mail orders solicited. Reliable Agents Wanted Everywhere. We make up hair of all kinds. Buffalo, N. Y. (By Mrs. Charity A. Neb仕 Parker. Special services were held in all the churches on Easter Sunday. At St. Luke A. M. E Zion church, Rev. J. C. Taylor, pastor, the Sunday school gave a sacred concert at 5 p.m. At the Christian Culture Congress, Michigan Street Baptist church, 4 p.m. the Easter program was in charge of Mrs. L. Twates Towns; the first part of the program had our little folks in it such as Miss Teresa Anderson, piano solo; Scripture reading, Matt. 25; by Misses Cavitt and Hall; vocal solo by Miss Eva Davis; music instrumental, by Miss Rosa Rowe and Miss Jennie Davidson. These little Misses aked from about 5 to 14 years. They all done well Last Monday night at the home of Mrs Johnson, Union street, the ladies of Shaw circle, G. A. R. gave a supper for the benefit of the relief fund. Concert and supper was given at St. Luke A. M. E Zion church last Thursday evening. At the Colored Social Center, Mr. Meckler White, missionary to Africa, gave an address last Thursday evening, and Mrs. Percy Dearby White, spoke to the Boys club on Sunday afternoon. Mrs. Charity A Parker has gone to Hazertown, Md., to look after some important business. Mrs. M. V. Livingston, the wife of Rev. Livingston, rector of St. Phillips P. E. church, was called to the sick bed of her mother. Mrs. Handbell of St. pardonty, Va. The father of Mrs. N. F. Warner of Michigan street, who has been in the General hospital for sometime, died last Thursday night. Mrs. Warner took her father's body, W. J. 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The Christian Culture Congress sent a telegram of condolence to the family. Mr. Morse is one of Buffalo's popular basso singers and has a position in the P. O. department. Brownsville, Pa. Brownsville, Pa. (By Alice Hilton.) Miss Tamson Butler is on the sick list. Mrs. Lyman Smothers, Mrs. Jones and Miss Rosa Dyson spent Easter in Pittsburgh. The Easter services were very good all day Sunday. The program rendered by the choir in the evening was grand. Mrs. Mary M. Arnett is visiting friends at Pittsburgh. Miss Williams of McKeesport and Alfred Hamilton of Braddock, spent Easter with Miss Bertha and Campbell Jones of High street. Mrs. Daniel Crable is suffering with a bad cold. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Lancaster spent Easter with Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Smothers. Miss Bertha Jones left Monday for a visit to her brother 'Colvin at Pittsburgh. Wendel Johnson has gone to Monongahela. Wheeler Davis is very ill at the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Davis on MHl street. Must have notes in our office Wed- day morning. (Manager.) The Pittsburgh Courer is on file Carmelie Institute Periodical Rooms. WATCH THE COURER GROW. SEVEN --- EIGHT (Continued from Page One.) to show the industrial, educational and religious progress of the colored inhabitants of this Commonwelthat The Commission shall serve without compensation; but shall be allowed such expenses for traveling, clerical help, stenographers, and necessary employees as shall be actually and necessarily incurred in the performance of its duties. Section 2. To carry out the purposes of this act, the sum of twenty thousand dollars, or as much thereof as may be necessary, is hereby specifically appropriated. All payments shall be made on warrants of the Auditor General, on vouchers of the Commission approved by him. Approved—the 14th day of June, A.D. 1911. After Mr. Bass' bill passed, the Governor apportioned seven members of the Legislature, the Hon. W. E. Crow of Uniontown; Hon. Clarence Wolf, of Philadelphia; Hon. David A. Wilbert of Pittsburgh; Hon. W. W. Urlich, of Latrobe Hon. George E. Alter, of Springdale; Hon. H. W. Bass, of Philadelphia, and Hon. Milton W. Shreve, of Erie. Mr. Bass was elected secretary and executive officer, and has opened headquarters in this city and has organized all the leading Afro-American citizens throughout the State who are working most assiduously for the success of the forthcoming exhibition, which gives promise of being a most creditable affair. Do Your Part. Send to the Emancipation Proclamation headquarters, 1352 Lombard street, Philadelphia, Pa., for a descriptive circular and get to work to have your county properly represented. Get a postcard and DO IT NOW. This means YOU. (Continued from Page One.) Professor Hawkins sets forth in a clear and concise manner how glowing results can be obtained by a well defined system which would leave in this department a surplus of $100,000 for the first year, to be used where mostly needed after meeting the salaries of bishops, general officers and other expenses of the general church. Giving the present system of division with the above figures to work on, the following results will be obtained: As to that for the other departments, 38 per cent equals $14,000, which would give to every superannuated preacher, his widow or heir, twice as much as paid to them now. Eight per cent for education would be $32,000, which would give each school, twice as much as is now paid. Ten per cent for church extension, would be $40,000, twice as much as is now applied. Ev- ery department of the church work would be better provided for and we would soon reach the place where it would not be necessary to have so many general or specific days for rallying the people for money for such expenses. Relative to Professor Hawkins' enilent fitness and ability, after sixteen years of remarkable service as head of the educational department of the church, having phenomenal success, he is regarded as one of the most astute financiers and business men of the race. He has a thorough knowledge of church and civil laws, which have made him a potent factor in church councils. He would be of incalculable value as the financial secretary. BEAVER FALLS BEAVER FALLS (By Eva Holmes.) On last Thursday evening the members of the Willing Workers' society of St. John's A. M. E. church, West Bridgewater, held a social at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Ed. Palm, Beaver. An interesting program was rendered. The ladies served an appetizing lunchoon and realized quite a neat sum. Miss Sara Law of Rochester, was calling on friends in Beaver and Beaver Falls on last Tuesday. On Thursday evening, April 18, is the date of the grand recital to be given at second Baptist church, Rochester. Those taking part were the masses Sara Writt, Pittsburgh's foremost soloist, and Emma Howard, soloist of Salem. O. Cassius by the Westames M. Ophelia Bell, Marie Howen us reader, Mrs. Anna Miller will render a solo, Prof. Chappil Butler, viol in solo, accompanist. Prof. Robert Brown of New Brighton. All are (cordially invited to attend this hish-cass recital. Chas. Robinson, manager. The Missea Jeannette Jones and Fanny Howard of New Castle, were guests on Sunday of Mrs. J. C. West and sister, Miss Noine Webster of Rochester. Dr. Wm. Writt and Clyde Derry were callers in Beaver Falls on last Thursday. Lee Wheeler of Rochester, who is quite ill at his home remains about the same. Mrs. Parmer of Pittsburgh, is the guest of her sister, Mrs. Andrew Tanner of Rochester. Services were well attended at Wayman Church A. M. E. church, New Brighton, on last Sunday evening. A fine program was rendered. Miss Emma Howard was the guest of her Been on last Sunday. Thomas Bell of New Brighton, has been taken to the Beaver Valley hospital for treatment. Mrs. James McCoy of Beaver Falls, has returned home after spending a few days in Wheeling, W. Va., visiting friends. The Rev. Mrs. Stout filled the pulpit of the A. M. E. Zion church on last Sunday. Beverly Carter was a Beaver, Falls visitor on last Monday, evening. Mrs. Ed. Williams is out again after being confined to her home with a gripe. Mrs. John Robinson has returned home from the city where she was called by the death of her father, last week. All who owe the agent for papers please settle at once.-Agent. $ \mathcal{P} $ Must have notes Wednesday.—(Manager.) Always a Chance. There is something in every season of the year for the average fool. In the summer he can rock the boat, in the fall go gunning, in the winter skate on thin ice, and in the spring fall in love. (Continued from Page One.) Federal judges, notably Judge Emory Spear of Georgia and Judge Thomas Jones of Alabama, have been most outspoken and courageous in their charges to the grand juries considering these cases in their respective districts. A few more years of this kind of campaign, with the assistance of congress, ought to result in stumping out peonage and involuntary servitude of all kinds. It will be recalled that just after the war the southern States passed a great many black laws for the purpose of re-enslaying the Negro, all of which they were required to strike from their statutes before being readmitted into the Union or participate in the national government. Various devices have been used since to accomplish the same result, such devices as "vagrant laws," "landlord and tenant laws," "false pretenses," the "claim of indebtedness," etc. Many a man has been held as a virtual slave in the turpentine camps and contractors' stockades by coercion and brute force. One of the methods used if a person desires the services of a laborer who has broken his contract or been guilty of other misdemeanor is to sweep out a warrant, take the prisoner before a justice of the peace, go surety on his bail bond, then take the man to his farm or plantation and compel him to labor. Other Illegal Methods In Practice. Other Illegal Methods in Practice. Sometimes the case is dropped with the above action, or if it is prosecuted a fine is paid. The person dearing to hold the laborer in his service will pay his fine and compel him to work out the fine. One of the methods used is to have a man confess to the commission of a crime and sign a criminal court contract whereby he undertakes to work out the fine for the person who pays it. This person is called the confessor. At the July term of the United States district court for the southern district of Alabama twenty-one indictments were returned against twenty-six defendants for holding nine different persons as peons and slaves. These indictments are still pending. In one case a man was convicted of petty larceny in the state court, fined $15 and costs, judgment and all amounting to $43.75. One John Doe, a stranger, came into court under the state laws and confessed judgment for the defendant and paid the fine and costs. Thereupon the defendant entered into what is called a criminal contract to work out this amount at $a month. The defendant ran away after working over a month. He was rearrested on an affidavit by John Doe, fined one cent and $77.05 costs. Then another stranger, Richard Roe, confessed judgment; another contract is entered into by which the defendant in the state court agrees to work fourteen months and fifteen days at the rate of $6 a month. A little later the defendant ran away again, was rearrested and this time fined $300 and $112.80 costs, making $412.80 and sentenced to hard labor for more than a year. Steamboat Case on Alabama River. There was another case of old fashioned slavery where a man was working on a steamboat plying up and down the Alabama river. Three persons took him off the boat, carried him to their plantation and forced him to go to work. This man refused to work was cruelly beaten and whipped and when he was unable to work was told to go. He was afterward arrested on a charge made by the kidnapers of carrying concealed weapons and fined $33.85 costs, judgment confessed upon him, and he was taken away into slavery again to work it out at $10 a month. White men, as well as colored men, have been held in peonage. Indeed, one of the peons named in one of the indictments above referred to is a white man. The Harlan and Gallagher cases decided at the December term of the supreme court, 1910, were cases in which white men were held as peons in the lumber camps of Florida under "a most atrocious system of enforced labor." While these state laws making peonage possible are made with special reference to compelling the labor of the Negro, they occasionally catch white men as well, particularly immigrants working under contract, as in the Harlan case, all of which goes to show that the liberty of no man is safe as long as the humblest black man may be held as a peon or a slave. SHARON, PA. SHARON, PA. (By Hazel Flemon.) Miss Payne of Wellsville, O. is visiting her sister, Mrs. Edward Smith. Prof. T. H. Brown of Vanderbilt, Va., was in South Sharon last Tuesday, the 2nd, an official business, organizing the counties of Western Pennsylvania for the Emancipation celebration to be bed in Philadelphia in 1905. Prof. Brown is the assistant organizer of the state and will here be the guest of Rev. P. N. Clopton for several days, where he was welcomed and warmly received. Mrs. M. L. Cuff has returned home from Salem, Va., in company with her mother in law. Mrs. Lucy M. Clopton is visiting her son, Melvin G. Clopton and wife and other relatives of South Sharon. Miss Alvena-Oidham was the guest of Youngstown friends on Easter. Parrons of the Courier can get the paper from Master Roy Clopton, who will have charge of same. Chateau of Vincennes. Vincennes, famous in the annals of aviation, is noted also for its medieval chateau with castle and donjon. The walls of the rooms of the keep have been encumbered and hidden with old barnes and arms. The stairway, trudden by so many kings, princes and cardinals, has been restored; and the prison and council chamber.—Traveler's Gazette. Hang to It. All men have wandering impulses fits and starts of generosity. But when you have resolved to be great abide by yourself and do not weakly try to reconcile yourself with the world—Emerson. LET CUPID LEAD YOU THE HOUSEHOLD 908-910 PENN AVENUE FREE BEAUTIFUL DINNER SET 3 ROOMS COMPLETE $5 CASH MONTHLY TO THIS EASTER BELL OUTFIT PRICE $87.50 COMPLETE Isn't it Time for You to Realize Your Dream? Isn't IT TIME for the fulfillment of the many happy thoughts of the home you hoped some day to call your own? Come to The Household. Let us show you this Beautiful Outfit. The cost is so small and the After Payments so remarkably low that every man can own a home of his own. Buy at the store that saves you money where you $19.75 BUYS THIS BRASS BED OUTFIT GENUINE NATIONAL SPRING Beautiful Dreaded Dinner Set Free with Every $19 amountloz LONEY AVING VALUES IN OUR RUG AND CARPET DEPARTMENT TOMORROW This Napo eon Bedroom Suite Bed, Dresser and $39.75 Chiffonier ```markdown ``` This Napoleon Bedroom Suite is massively constructed of thorny eight-seasoned solid Oak, beautifully polished and finished solid. The Dresser and Chiffonier are fitted with a large French plate mirror, deep dust-proof drawers with wood knobs. Bed is plain Napoleon design, large roll on head and foot. See our large selection of Bedroom Suites from $13.50 up. Beautiful Dresden Dinner Set free with every sale amounting to $25 or more. 2-inch Continuous Post Brass Bed. Fine Felt Mattress. Supported Steel Springs VELVET CARPET—Large lot of Elysian Velvet Carpets, the most beautiful designs ever conceived; worth $1.75 per yard. 88c INGRAIN CARPETS—14 rolls of celebrated "1912 weave." Many patterns to select from; all pretty designs; 60c values, price, per yard. 29c 21 rolls of heavy ingrain "1912 weave," that soil regularly for 75c. These are handsome carpets and will give lifelong wear, price, yard. 49c BRUSSELS CARPET — Over 1,000 yards of regular $1.25 Brussels Carpet to be sold in this lot at only 65c This Napoleon Bedroom Suit of thoroughly seasoned solid C finished solid. The Dresser and large French plate mirror, deep o knobs. Bed is plain Napoleon d foot. See our large selection of up. Beautiful Dresden Dinner amounting to $25 or more. Her Absorbing Fear. "You never got to banquets with your husband." "No. I'm always afraid that they will ask him to make a speech." "And can't he make one?" "That's it exactly. He can't. But if he were asked I just know he'd get up and try."-Detroit Free Press. CUPID LEAD YOU FREE BEAUTIFUL DINNER SET PRICE Time for You for the fulfillment of the many household. Let us show you this Be y man can own a home of his o PAY T IS BRASS BED OUTFIT Beautiful Dreaded Dinner Set. Free with Every Sale amounting to $25 or more. PAY THE EASY WAY REGULAR $30 VALUE Bed is well built and finely lacquered, in bright or satin finish. Spring is the Genuine "National," the best metal frame spring made. Mattress contains good quality felt and has fancy art ticking. UR RUG AND CAR 9/12 VELVET RUGS $10.50 G VALUES IN OUR R 9:12—BRUNELS RUGS $8.25 Bedroom Suite, and $39.75 Suite is massively constructed Oak, beautifully polished and Chiffonier are fitted with a dust-proof drawers with wood design, large roll on head and of Bedroom Suites from $13.50 per Set free with every sale THIS IBLUE CART Take the fine, big, the latest folding mug Cart to a and take the telescope Back, beautifully Beautiful with every more. 9x12— BRUNSELS RUGS $8.25 9x12 VELVET RUGS $10.50 9x12 AXMINISTER RUGS $17.25 5 THE COURIER: Triumph of Right One thought breathed into a man may regenerate him. The idea of freedom in ancient and modern republics, the idea of inspiration in various religious sects, how have these triumphed over worldly interests!—W. E. Channing. This Beautiful Gas $14.75 Range . . . Beautiful Dresden Dinner Sgt Free with Every Sale Amounting to $25 or More. $1 Cash; $2 Monthly No store has ever produced a gas range that will compete with our famous Beauty Range on a Beauty in Name, Style and Quality—it air purifies all others, it's the best range ever built, solid cast iron top and front, one piece hand drilled burners, needle polish valves, heavy oven plate, a small gas consumer; absolutely guaranteed by the maker to you. PAY THE EASY WAY. BUG AND CARPET DEPOT 9112 VEANET BUGS $10.50 9112 AXIALISTER BUGS $17.25 THIS LARGE COLAP-IBLE GO- $3.75 CART --- Take the baby out joy riding in this fine, big, comfortable Go-Cart. It is designed to fold motion changes it from a Go-Cart to a small parcel ready to carry you. It has a telescope, Telescope floor, Reclining Seat and Back. Heavy rubber tires, and is beautifully trimmed. PAY THE EASY WAY. With beautiful Dresden Dinner Set Free with every sale amount to $25 or more. Mrs. Walback (on first ocean voyage)—John, I just heard a man say that if this boat was put up on end it would be higher than the Washington monument. If they're going to do anything like that we better get right off!—Puck. PET DEPARTMENT $15 AXE CHAIRER BUGS $17.25 Six Quartered Oak Chairs and 6-Foot Round Table, Onl These Chairs have the Chase Leather Here is a $36.50 Dining Suit off the Table is solid Oak, not an inch closed. Opens to a length of six feet, with artistically shaped supports and cl with square cross reaches, and French clip seat covered with best Chase Leather Oak. The whole suit is finished like a beautiful Dresden Dinner Set Free or more. Six Quartered Oak $19.25 Chairs and 6-Foot Round Table, Only These Chairs have Genuine Chase Leather Seats. Here is a $33.50 Dining Suit offered for a short while at $33.50. The Table is solid tan, not an inch of veneer, 42 inches across when closed. Opens to a length of six feet. Rests on a 8-inch round petal, with artistically shaped supports and claw feet. The six chairs are large with square cross reaches, and French shaped legs. The seat is a full slip seat covered with best Classe leather. The Chairs are full Quartered Oak. The whole suit is finished like a mirror. Free with every sale amounting to $33 Oak. The whole Salt. The Beautiful Dresser. Dinner Set Free with every sale amounting to $25 or more. "Papa was very polite at dinner," observed small Margie. "In serving the ladies he said 'dressing,' because they like to dress, but in serving the gentlemen he called it 'stunting,' because they always want so much to eat." For value-giving in Parlor Suits you can't beat this 3-piece Mahogany frame Suit for twice the money in any store in Pittsburgh—it has massive frame, beautifully polished, finely upholstered seats in velour or Chase leather. Beautiful Dresses Dinner Set Free with every sale amounting to $23 or more. ONLY 82 CASH; $2.50 MONTHLY Margie'a Idea SATURDAY, APRIL 12, 1912 EASTER WILL' OUTFIT r Dream? ay to call your own? After Payments so re- nere you at Parlor $22.50 min ..... PAY THE EASY WAY Parlor Suits you can't beat this 3- e Suit for twice the money in any it has massive frame, beautiful pol- led seats in velour or Chase leather. Buy for Free with every sale amount- ONLY $2 CASH; $2.50 MONTHLY NT TOMORROW SULTAN RUGS, size 0x12 feet, of a Brussels quality that is so well known as the $20 $13.75 grade; price only. SILTEX RUGS—See this splendid new quality of velvet that will be sold here Monday. The regular price is $25; the samples will be closed out only. BEAU COURT AXMINSTER RUGS—If you want a really gorgeous rug, an exquisite design, a superior quality, then choose from the variety of samples of this famous brand. Wh wherever they are on sale the price is $15. $19.50 fn 0x12 feet. Our price. BRUSSELS RUGS—of splendid quality, size 0x12 feet: large assortment of patterns. Regular stock sells at $14. These samples will go quick $6.50 k hot ly $19.25 ave Genu- ner Seats. Kered for a short while at $19.25. of veneer, 42 inches across when Rests on a 8-inch round pedestal, claw feet. The six chairs are large shaped legs. The seat is a full center. The Chairs are full Quartered a mirror. with every sale amounting to $33 In the Same Order. A airmithm has a place next door to a restaurant. The former having put up a plaid: Jewelry of all kinds plated, the restaurant keeper followed with this: "Oysters and little neck clams plated"—Bantam Transcript.