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THE PITTSBURGH COURIER. GEORGIAN TRIED TO "JIM CROW" VETERANS Correspondents are requested to send notes for next week so they will reach this office not later than Tuesday afternoon, May 28 on account of Decoration Day. Paper will be issued earlier. VOL. III. NO. 23. GEORGIAN T "JIM CROW Congressman Makes An Unsuccessful Effort to Segregate Colored Soldiers A REPUBLICAN DEFENDS RACE Washington, in the month of October, Roddembery is the minister of Georgetown made on account of the need to ameliorate the Government to create him Cross's soldiers homes to provide the country in what America an veterans can be cared for. The horse had under consideration at the time the conference report on the Sherwood Pension bill, Roddembery offered an amendment, which provided that no pension shall be allowed images of national soldiers' homes unless white and blacks are cared for in separate domiciles and grounds. To support his concession Roddembery read a letter from an inmate of a Western soldiers' home who said he is compelled to live with "inmates." The name of the writer was withheld. Mr. Madden of Illinois, in reply to the Georgian, characterized the writer of the letter as a "oward." This brought Roddembery to his feet. His face flushed with anger. He replied that the letter was signed. The following is the text of the Roddembery amendment: Add at the bottom of page 15 of the all the following: "Provided. That after July 1, 1912 no pension under this act or under any other act, general or special, shall be paid to a pensioner of African descent until such time as all inmates of national soldiers' homes of African descent are consolidated, removed, and domiciled in a national soldier's home at a place separate and apart from any other such home occupied by any other soldiers and veterans of the Civil War or other wars. "I provided further. That after July 1, 1912 all inmates of national soldiers' homes of African descent shall be domiciled at a distinctly separate home maintained exclusively for such inmates." BISHOPS ARE ELECTED AT A. M. E. CONFERENCE Booker T. Washington, Noted Educator, Addressed the Conference and Public The new Bishops elected by the delegates of the A.M.E. General Conference at Kansas City, Missouri, Jessica H. Jones, Wilberforce, O. J. John Harper, Washington, D.C. J. M. Conner, Little Athlet, and W. D. Chappelle, Columbia, S.C. The ordination took place Wednesday, May 22. A result for endorsing the plan to hold a secular national celebration to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the creation of the nation to the Natives in the United States was a popular bylaw of the A.M.E. Conference Secretary Attention. It was planned to hold the celebration soon thereafter in the south in 1870. The resolution was offered to the J. S. Johnson a delegate to the conference to attend the presentation. Booker T. Washington, the Negro educator, addressed the conference and attended the presentation. SPECIAL Correspondents send notes for next reach this office no day afternoon, May Decoration Day. P earlier. FLINN TELLS BEMANDS OF THE PEOPLE Outlines the Progressive Program Which Col. Theodore Roosevelt Represents ONLY BAR TO SOCIALISM PHILADELPHIA. May 13. - Former Senator William Finn today made his opening argument defending the Roosevelt principles. It will be printed in a local newspaper tomorrow and later the editor, George W. Tochs, who was challenged to debate by Finn, will answer. Finn, in part argues: The stand-patter is satisfied with present conditions. The prosecution is opposed to the present system—the influence of interests in government, the delay in court decisions, and the subservience of the judiciary to interests opposed to the people and opposed to law and justice. Nothing toward betterment, industrial or social life can be accomplished by the present system. There will be a change, and this will be brought about by the election of Theodore Rosevelt. Colonel Roosevelt represents a plan of government more than anybody else in the country. The Roosevelt Republicans seek most a fair deal and fair population of large corporations. The regulation of railroad one out one out of proper population and control. Another regulation that must be effected restricted of prices. Roosevelt on Socialism Suppose these regulations are not perfect. Then Socialism. It will once in this country in Roosevelt is not to be told. He will support it. The he all applies to police powers solely. It does not affect contractions between individuals. I should say that such laws are workingmen's compensation act, minimum wage scope. I should say, for instance, if the Legislature amended the laws to enlarge municipal power, and the Supreme Court said that the Legislature (continued on Page Five.) AFRO-AMERICANS IN CUBA HAVE WEALTH Promoter R. M. R. Nelson Busy With Inquiries From the Prospective Settlers Havana.-The interest taken in commercial and agricultural pursuits by colored Americans is causing some uneasiness among some of the white people from the southern states of America. The influence of Mr. George Davis and family, who recently arrived from Bessener, Ala., has given new impetus to the situation. Mr. Davis has already deposited $15,000 in the National Bank of Cuba. He has purchased eighty-three acres as the nucleus for other landholdings for the accommodation of fifteen families from his former home in Bessener. The aggregate wealth of the fifteen families is placed at $250,000. Arrangements are being made for their arrival, which is scheduled for the latter part of July. R. M. R. Nelson Lista, Havana, says his mail is large and growing; that he has over $20,000 worth of buyers promised and thirty-seven pledged excursionists to visit Havana this summer with a view of investing if the book overtly satisfies to them. Individuals point to an awakening of the thinking Negro. He is slowly seeing that there are riches in Cuba and great opportunities without color barriers. The Clerks' club of Havana, with one of the world's finest ballrooms, has 20,000 members, several of whom are colored. Any Afro-American who knows mules and horses has before him an opportunity in Cuba. Ten thousand Afro-American colonists will need many mules and horses. Young George Davis, late of Bessington, will take up the study of law at the University of Havana that he may be able to serve capably those who may need legal and. Young Davis has a working knowledge of the Spanish language already. Work, Integrity, Tact, Temperance, Prudence, Courage, Faith. SUCCESS OF A FOREMOST AND ABLE ATTORNEY Case In Which J. Frank Wheaton, of New York, Has Proved His Ability WELL KNOWN AS STATESMAN BY CLEVELAND G. ALLEN New York. Among the foremost colored lawyers of this city is L. Frans Wheaton, who has made a excellent record for efficiency in handling many difficult cases. His recent victory in clearing William D. Simms of a murder charge in Scheectady, N. Y., has won for Mr. Wheaton new laurels Simms shot and killed one George Brodt in Scheectady in self defense. The murder of Brodt caused wide spread alarm, as both Simms and Brodt were well known men in the community. Fear fell upon the little town as the news of the tragedy beame known. Realizing that the keenest legal ability had to be exercised in the defense, Simms sent for his old friend Wheaton to take up the case in his defense. Mr. Wheaton, on taking charge of the case, made a complete and thorough investigation of the case and secured some of the most prominent white citizens, including the chief of police, as witnesses, who testified to the good character of Simms. Mr. Wheaton discovered from reliable persons that Simms shot Brodt as the last resort in self defense. With this evidence to work upon Attorney Wheaton set about with energy to clear his client. The trial lasted for three days. The little courtroom was crowded during the three days' session of the trial and the minds of the spectators centered upon the brilliant Negro lawyer who defended Simms. When Mr. ATTORNEY J. FRANK WHEATON. Wheaton made his address to the jury he was listened to with marked attention as he made a striking review of the case. When Judge Mayon, before whom the case was tried, made his charge to the jury eager cars waited the verdict. The jury retired and after a deliberation of seven and one half hours returned with a verdict of not guilty. Mr. Wheaton came in for a large share of praise for his victory. The winning of this case by Mr. Wheaton adds another star to the long and brilliant record of his legal career. He has long figured in the national life of the country, and few lawyers of the race can boast of a similar legal career. He is well educated and thoroughly prepared for his life's work. It was in the west, before taking up his practice in New York, that he made his start as a lawyer. Continued on Page Five. A PITTSBURGH BOY A PITTSBURGH BOY IT'S UP TO YOU. --- I love to work with children. I love to help other children. I love to be the laughter of the children. Your work is up to you. There's a goal for you to achieve. You must carry your efforts through. But you must got to work and not complain. PITTSBURG, PA., MAY 25, 1912. IS LYNCHING ACCIDENT? COURT:TO DECIDE POINT Baton Rouge La.—Whether to be blinded is the same thing as taking victim of an accident is a question which the courts of Louisiana have been called upon to tussle with. The point came up here today when the widow of Frank Miles, a Nezro wife was managed by a mob in Shreveport for writing an insulting note to a white woman, filed preliminary proceedings against an insurance company. The payment of a $100 a violent policy carried by the mob's victim is demanded. The position says Miles was found "that dog from the limb of three in the rear o' the baseball park with a rope tied around his neck." AN OLD PITTSBURGHER KILLED IN COAL MINE Roncake W. Scott, a form of resident of Pittsburgh, and prominent in its political life, was killed instantly on Monday by a fall of slate in the Magee mine at Yukon, Pa. Funeral services were held from the home of his children here on Friday afternoon. J. B. Scott, brother and Walter Frank Beuh and Ella, children, are the survivors living here. COLORED PEOPLE ALSO WANT BISHOP NAMED Methodist Episcopal membership embraces approximately 300,000 Negroes. This faction has demanded the appointment of a Negro bishop at Minneapolis. The General Conference has practically refused the demand, although no official action has been taken. Hundreds of pastors in the Methodist Episcopal Church declare their moral certainty of the fact that the Negroes, if thwarted in this ambition, will withdraw from the Methodist Episcopal church and ally themselves with one of the Negro branch denominations. Thus the way would be cleared for the eventual unification of the northern and southern branches of the church, estranged during reconstruction days over the Negro question. MARRIAGE LICENSES John Blackwell ..... Imgram, Pa. Rosie Bell Packer ..... Pittsburgh Early Randolph ..... Homewood, Pa. Fannie Acty ..... Pittsburgh William Parker ..... Pittsburgh Sara Mathews ..... Pittsburgh Ford Steeve ..... Pittsburgh Ellen Thomas ..... Pittsburgh Tate Hooper ..... Pittsburgh Alice Morgan ..... Pittsburgh Samuel Brooks ..... Pittsburgh Carrie Anderson ..... Pittsburgh GENERAL CONFERENCE AIDS FLOOD SUFFERERS GENERAL CONFERENCE AIDS FLOOD SUFFERERS Kansas City.-The African Methodist Conference today appropriated $0,000 for flood sufferers in the Mississippi valley. This will be augmented by $10,000 from the church extension society and a special effort will be made on the second Sunday in June to raise $25,000 more for this purpose. CHARITY CLUB WILL HOLD GARDEN PARTY The Charity club have issued invitations for a garden party for the benefit of Eastbrook Home for Destitute Colored Children at the residence of J. C. Writt in Sasquahanna street, East End, Thursday, May 30, from 10 p.m. The officers are Mrs. Eddie Johnson, president; Mrs. Geo. H. Wilson, secretary; Mrs. Wim. Toas, treasurer. This is to be one of the social events of the week and also given for a worthy cause and should receive the hearty support of all interested in this splendid organization of women. This club was organized by Mrs. W. N. Puse several years ago, and from the good work these young ladies have done they deserve encouragement in this fundable undertaking. THIRD WARD CLUB The proprietors of line has had several successful most successful made and the success in their work all the time and every year in those and have create a whole collection of light and dark lines These will be the best for the Trees this night. Many and many trees all the owners. Business of the owners. Will be the best B. owner of R. W. Ross. First owner. Then. Grant. More than Attention Agents Do you know advertisements are the life of any newspaper. If you have any of our people in business in your town see them at once and any of the white merchants that have trade with our people should patronize this paper. We have the readers. What more should an advertiser desire? Get busy. —(Manager.) THE RESEARCH SOCIETY HEARS DR. REIB'S STORY President of College of West Africa Gives Sketch of Life On Dark Continent NEW LIGHT ON WEST AFRICA Yonkers, N. Y.-The Negro Society For Historical Research and its friends were highly entertained at a recent meeting by Dr. J. H. Reid of Monrovia, Liberia, president of the College of West Africa and editor of Liberia and West Africa, who delivered an interesting and instructive address, in which he sketched the progress which has been made by the little republic since it was founded in 1847. The first emigrants, he said, sailed from New York in the ship Elizabeth Feb. 5, 1820, and numbered eighty-eight souls. This was later followed with another and smaller expedition in 1821, which settled in Sierra Leone (Fourrah bay), where they remained till January, 1822, when some of them were brought to Providence island, at the mouth of the Mesuardo river. Other expeditions followed so that now there is a native population of 2,000,000 representing many interior tribes, notably the Mandingoes, Pesehs, Greboes, Kroemen, Veys, etc. The recent aggressions of the French government in Liberia, which is seven degrees north of the equator, has brought that down from 45,000 to 3,000 square miles. The delimitation of the territory by a foreign power is still a subject of diplomatic correspondence, and, since Liberia is the last chance of the Negro to demonstrate his capacity for self government. It is sincerely hoped that no unfair advantage will be taken of the little struggling republic. There are 15,000 Americo-Liberians in Liberia, which means that they are the descendants of former emigrants from the United States, and they constitute a force in the social, religious and industrial life of the republic which cannot be ignored. This contact of the American Negro with the aborigines of Africa is doing more to bring Africa to the front than Dreadnoughts and Mauser rifles. The public school system of Liberia is under the direction of a board of nine members, one from each county in Liberia. While it has not reached the perfection desired, due to lack of sufficient funds, it is the aim of the board when the $60,000 fund will have become available to enlarge the scope of the present plans. The people of Liberia are still imbued with the thought expressed on the tomb of an early white missionary teacher who for many years devoted his life and his talents to the mental and moral unlift of the African people, "Let a thousand fall, but let not Africa be given up." The leading men of Africa today have, many of them, received the foundation of their education in the College of West Africa. Africans are not as is generally supposed in some quarters backward as students. Their minds are receptive, and they readily absorb knowledge. The natives are remarkably quick to learn. Particularly is this true of the Mandingoes Kroos, who are splendid mathematicians and linguists. They are fond of the study of abstruse problems, and their knowledge of astronomy is wonderfully accurate. There are many languages spoken in Liberia, due to the presence of various African tribes from the interior and of foreign races engaged in business among us. The Mandingoes are the most highly cultured tribesmen among us, and they speak and write Arabic with great fluency and precision. It is the testimony of all African travelers that the native Africans are the most hospitable of people. An African civilized or uncivilized will show the utmost courtesy to the stranger within their gate and give him the best they have without money and without price. He is the most grateful and the most spiritual and optimistic of all the races of mankind, and it may truly be said of us that we "write our benefits in marble and our injuries in dust." The ancients recognized these qualities and loved to descent on them. They seemed to regard the fear and love of God as the peculiar gift of the darker races. No one can accurately estimate the extent of the material resources of Africa. Its soil is practically virgin, and its possibilities are almost beyond human calculation. There are gold and silver and iron and precious stones and an infinite variety of every species of flora and fauna and live stock. Dr. Reid said that he was proud of the Negro Society For Historical Research, which is doing a needed work and a good work in bringing to public notice the achievements of Negroes throughout the world. When he returned to Africa he would cooperate with it gladly and interest some of the leaders of thought in the fatherland in its race uplifting work. There are sixteen or seventeen weekly and monthly newspapers published in Africa, among them West Africa and Liberia, edited by Dr. Reid and set up by the students of the College of West Africa. The Pittsburgh Courer is on file Carnegie Institute Periodical Rooms. WATCH THE COURIER GROW. ADVANCEMENT OF RACE NOT SOLVED BY WEALTH Educational Page We Expect to Enlarge This Year On Our Third Educational Page Which Will Be Published June 22 We want the names of all graduates from Public Schools, High Schools and Colleges in territory covered by this paper. If you want your picture printed send photograph and $1.50 to cover cost of making plate. Anti-Lynching Society Questions Sincerity of the National Republican Party FOR JUSTICE AND PROTECTION Boston.—The Anti-lynching society, of which Mrs. M. C. Simpson is president, is not only working to create sentiment against the lynching of human beings as a substitute for punishment for offenders against the law instead of punishment according to law, but is wielding a potent influence along political lines. The society is taking a leading part with those persons and organizations which have for their aim the securing of the franchise to those of our male citizens who in many sections of the country are denied the exercise of their suffrage rights according to the amendments to the constitution of the United States. The members of the organization are in favor of a party of action rather than a party of promise—a political party that has the courage of its convictions, a party that will carry out as far as possible within the bounds of law its platform of principles in respect to securing just legislation for the benefit of the body politic and not simply as a means to personal ends for a few. Surely if this is the work which the women of the Anti-lynching society is endeavoring to do they deserve the hearty commendation and support of all persons of whatever race or political creed who favor equal justice and protection for all American citizens. In a recent circular letter issued by the society to Afro-American voters particularly attention is called to some of the unfulfilled pleasures made by the Republican national convention in its platform four years ago in Chicago. Portions of the platform alluded to are the following: "We demand equal justice for all men without regard to race or color. We declare again and without reservation for the enforcement in letter and spirit of the thirteenth, fourteenth and fifteenth amendments to the constitution, which were designed for the protection and advancement of the Negro, and condemn all devices that have for their real aim his disfranchisement for reason of color alone as unfair, un-American and repugnant to the supreme law of the land "The Republican party has been for more than fifty years the consistent friend of the American Negro. It gave him freedom and citizenship. It wrote into the organic law the declarations that proclaim for his civil and political rights and believes today that his noteworthy progress in intelligence, industry and good citizenship has earned the encouragement of the nation." As the party has not enforced the thirteenth, fourteenth and fifteenth amendments to the constitution or condemned all devices (adversely) against the disfranchisement of colored citizens nor enforced or made laws to prevent their being lynched, the society asks for what purpose such declarations were made. HARRY SMITH IS STILL FIGHTING FOR THE RACE The colored people of Cradz O., were quick to recognize the efficient services of Major David Cunningham, member of the Ohio state constitutional convention, in his contention to have the word "white" stricken from the new constitution, which will come up for adoption at the fall election this year. Major Cunningham is a believer in equal rights and justice for all citizens without regard to race, color or race. His success in the contestion is the success of all Americans who believe in justice and equality according to law. How Harry C. Smith also deserves credit for the part which he has taken in opposing with Major Cunningham in matters of legislation. FIVE CENTS A COPY The Colored People Want Their Political and Civil Rights Protected. BROOKLYN - interest in the work of the National Association For the Advancement of Colored People continues to grow in public, favor among both races. Besides the lectures by Dr. W. E. B. Du Rois in various sections of the country from time to time, mass meetings are regularly held in the large cities of the country, in which the organization maintains branch headquarters. Acting upon the initiative of the Equal suffrage league of this city, a committee of women, with Dr. V. Morton Jones as president, recently held an enthusiastic meeting in the Bridge Street A. M. E. church, famed as a former underground railroad station, which was largely attended. The Rev. Dr. C. P. Cole, pastor of the church, acted as temporary chairman. After the singing of Julia Ward, Howe's "Battle Brynn of the Republic" Dr. Cole introduced Mr. George E. Wibecan as master of ceremonies. The principal speakers were James F. Morton, lawyer and author; Professor J. N. Spingarn, president of the New York branch of the association, and Mr. Gilchrist Stewart of the vigilance committee Mr. Emory Jones was the solicitor of the evening, and Miss Eva Jackson was at the piano. Upon taking the chair Mr. Wibecan said: "These men who are to speak tonight are among the best citizens of this country. They are giving their time and money to aid in this movement to bring about a better understanding between the races in order that justice may be accorded to all alike. Personally, they gain nothing but their work for human rights, which benefits the nation." Lawyer Morton said that the national association is not theoretical, but eminently practical in its aim to create right and just conditions. Prejudice is not only in the south, but right here in our northern cities. Ours is an organization of enlightenment to save both races. One ounce of justice is worth a ton of charity. Segregation on account of race or color should have no place in the work for human advancement, but every man or race should be given a chance to earn an honest livelihood and enjoy the blessings of our free institutions. Professor J. N. Spingarn, who had just returned in time for the meeting from an extended trip south, said: "I feel now that the Americans need the organization more than any specific race. I wish I could tell you of the knowledge that I have gained by investigation. I have seen the colored people, from the medical college president down through nearly every form of business and the laborer, and have noted the marvelous progress made by them in forty-eight years against organized prejudice. I have noted the accumulation of money and property, but the accumulation of wealth alone will save no race, for all can be taken away in a minute if it has no political rights." Mr. Gillechrist Stewart, who with Professor Spingarn and other members of the vigilance committee secured the first conviction in New York city of a theatrical manager for violation of the civil rights law for refusing orchestra seats to an Afro-American, also made a strong plea for fairness and urged our people to stand by the organization and thereby show to the wealthy and influential white people who are working for the race through the national association as did the abolitionists for the freedom of the slaves. Congressman William M. Calder sent a letter of regret that he could not be present, but heartily approved of the work which the organization is doing for the advancement of American citizenship. Rev. George Frazier Miller, Dr. William L. Hunter and the Rev. J. Ernest Robinson also took part in the program. The officers in charge of the meeting were Dr. V. Morton-Jones, president; Mrs. A. W. Seay, vice president; Mrs. Lydia C. Smith, secretary; Mrs. M. C. Lawton, assistant secretary, and Mrs. Peter Harrison, treasurer. The committee has raised $100 for the association within the past three months. This sum was presented at a meeting held at the Bethany Baptist church on Tuesday evening, May 21. Two = , ELIZABETH. CORP eee ae ae Don't forget the True Reformers” ee-mon at 3 p. m., May 2u, 1912, at the ALM. E. church. ‘Walter “Martin was elected delegate to represent she A. E. L. at the joint session of the Sugday schoo? conven tion and Alien Endeavor league, which meets at Erle next July. RE. Pangburn, A. T. Scott and F. EB. Hy, Greene attended tne sermon of the Knights of Pythias in McKeesport Jest Sunday. - H. J. Waiker and Jesse Green also attended the sermon o: the Home- stead Indge of K. of P.. who held their anniversary sermon at Du- quesne, Pa. ‘Mre. Linnie B. Simmons was in Pittsburg last week attending court as a witness in the Reed-Pollock cate. ‘Mrs. Lemuel “Simmons. assisted by hor daughter. Miss May Simmons, en tertained last Sundaf’ in honor of her husband's, birthday. The occasion was made one of reunion of his fam iy. Those present’ were: MY. and Mrs. S. B. Brsans, Mr. and” Mrs. Washington Simmons. J. D. Matthews ‘The out of town cuests were: P. C Simmons and daughter, Miss Lelia. o “Monongahela, and Mr. and Mrs. How ‘ard Hill and davehter, Miss Martha of Pittsburg. Pa. ‘The community was greayy shock ed on Tuesday afternoon to hear of the death of Miss Neilie B. Scot o ‘West Erizabeih. She was a. bright young girl about IN sears old an¢ dearly loved-by ail who know ber, The bereaved family have the sympathy o! their many friends in.tais vicinity. MEADVILLE Rev. P. E. Paul preaciec <wo elo quent sermons last Sunday. The Johnson and Thomas Service Com ‘pady bas procured the contract to re pair and paint the fence around? the Gret M. E. charcb. . Mrs, Jackson and daughter, Mrs Thomas, of Wilmingtor. N. C. are visiting Mrs. Carrie Kelley in East Henry street. Wesley Fiizbugh of Altoona, Pa. ig a Meadville visitor. Miss Margaret Cox. who bas beer sick for nine-months, is not expected to live.but a few dare ‘Master James Johnson. in Sidlet avenue, is on the sick list. ‘W. T. Young.ghe son of ous former pastor, W. XN. Young. was in town Saturday and Sunday. cailing on his many friends, and took dinner with Mr, and Mrs. Charles A. Douglas an¢ Jeft Monday for his home in McKees port, Pa. ° ‘Mr. and Mrs, Jackson of Saezer town ‘worshiped at Bethel last Sun day evening. = ‘Next Sunday ts rally day at Bethel and it is understood that the trustees are soliciting from the public to meri ‘the iast note on the parsonage. ‘The May rally, given by the Stroll ers last Tuesday evening at Kerners hall, was a very fine affair. The out of town Kucsts were Miss Effie Law rence, Miss Belle Clark, Charles Law Fence, Mrs. H. Valentine, Ray Law pence, Eases Thomas. Riley Baxter iss Edna Blackburn of Erie Miss Carrie Butler and Charles Joba son of Sewickles, Miss Hazel Hall 0 GREENSBURG The K. of I’, No. 5 annual service on Sunda+, \kiy 1, was all that the members wished. | The sermon by Rey. Powell wzs one that will be tong remembered by il who heard it, His text was selected from 1 chapter and first vers? of Joi. In commencing his discourse he xiid after iistening to the address of te deputs, J. 1. Grigsby and able pars 'y G. et Holler and Lewis J. MeCich g if Liew of no oth er subject to praea irom — The lex est yoneresation that has ever at fended aiverzooa serview ia Bethel (Prieids of tor order atienaed from Blairsvitie, |astroé |, Monessen, Irwin. Penn. Hermite, Mt [easant and Scottuale. F Mrs. \. 0. Lassen of Jeannerte. atiended tie Koo: P sertice om Sun day. Mrs. J. A. Monzce and dauzhter, Hettie. spent Steady with the family of her brother, W. F. Lew!s. . We had the pleasure of mertine J. B, Mansfield of Monessen. ast Satur- day, he being in the county seat on egal business Mrs. W. A. Nichclés and Clarence Jackson ied a party to the pagsonage last week with zroceries to the value ‘of about $12 and a purse containing H, for Mrs, Powell. Mrs. Nicholas mide the presentation eyeech on be- Balt of the party. The Reverend spoke the family’s gratitude for those present, and the absent one whose do- pation was sent. ‘Mrs, James T. Parris teft on Sunday for Parkersburg. W. Va.. to attend the commencement ‘exercises of the High school trom which ber sister Rosa Lewis’ will graduate on May 28. Mare “josephine Hackney of Ualon- town, is xisiting her son, J. N. Hack: aes. ‘Miss Margaret Ody of Monessen, speat Sunday with Mrs. Ida Williams, Mrs. Louisa Jackson of Latrobe. spent Saturday and Sunday as the ;eaeat of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Demas. ‘L. Anderson was 2 Pittsureh vis!- tor on Thursday of last week. vMirs. B. F. Holley is better so much eo that it is hoped she wiil not have to undergo an operation. Mrs. Rebecca Eatman of Newark. NF. is on a two or three week's vis: jt to ber mother and brother, Mrs. Lepise aid Warwick “aggerson: Mrs. Carrie Hunter MiCashineson. D.C. bas accepted a position i cur ity and will remain with us. Sunday afternoon av the tsheraacie wer Gbid men Reard Evangelist Dr Breder Wolf prvach a sermoz on sRooze.” He want Gtwonsburz Bag se oest piace oe beet te oat ever visited im his travels, piich os reun@ed from orsas 10 odd We have here abou: So of cir people. counting chidres, Nv aust cont3é B very large amiss of oar mez be. ong fo the great orsinination Aan as the liquor (aT: Mrs. Jui Fleiss sas cald io Steubenville. O.. on account ef the death of her nephew, Lawrence Al feu, Bora July 2% eit: aged nine and half months, He was a bright and loving child and will > sreatls missed in the home. Funera! serv ices on Thursday, May 26, 2¢ 2 o'clock frowihouse. , The officers of Bethél a. M. E. ebureh thank the K: of P. for the grand collection of $32.51, which was Hmad at thelr service on Sunday aft- cqrucca. We were glad to have the pee len family of Blzirsville over x0 the K. of P. service on Sune tas. f~ Gels Cayionsburg, Pa. wee nt sie Lene Metee Wray Banks, District Saperinten- dent of the C. E, Was in town ‘ast Sunday ‘tvening and addressed the local societ ‘Miss Lida Charlton and Mr. Miteheli of Washington, were the gaests of Mrs. Saran Dunlap on Suaday# May i. Stes, Hannah Brown and gon, O:ver, ‘have moved from N. Jefferson avenue to 27 East Pitt street. Joseph Sly has gone to Zanesville, 0., to Work. piles: M. E. Whecier was, ia Rochest er, Pa. last Friday and Saturday, vis- iting her son, Lee, who js still in a very eritical condition. Mrs. Wheel- erreturned on Saturday evening. Miss Agnie Dunlop of West Middle- ‘town, who is the S. S. district lectur ler, paid a Wisipte the Pane Chapel |S. 8. on Sundgy. May 12, Wate in |town Miss Donlop was the guest 0: | ner. brother. Oliver Brown, who works on a mo: tor in the Hazel sine, was injured last Tuesday week, but was able to return to work the foliowing Friday Earl Dungee is suffering with a | painful cut on the hand, which Was inflicted while he was at’ work in the Rev. C. A. HeGee was in Waynes burg on Tuesday. holding the quarter ly conference of that church. James Dungee is now residing with | nis uncle, Robert Robinson, of Payne ' place. {) Mrs. Lottie Shuby with Mrs. T. J Askew of Washington, were in Pitts burgh last ‘Thursday, attending the fair at Wylie avenue church, Dur “ing the afternoon she was the gues! of Mrs. Dodson. {Alex Grittin of College street, wa | suruck by an electric wire while work in the coal mine the other day | He wit be laid up for a few weeks a | a result of injuries received. Mrs. Deesa Grooms of Payne street ‘visited Mrs. Thomas. wife of Rev | Thomas, who is in St. Margaret's Epis jcopal hospital, Pittsburgh, on las | Tuesday. | at 3:30 last Sunday afternoon, the {annual thanksgiving sermon wai | preached to the members of the loca K. of P. lotize by Rev. CyA. McGee (in Barne Chapel church. Rev. Fletcbe | Wiliams, pastor of the Baptist churet | also addressed the lodge. |" Misses Ray and Frances Vactor ‘Pearl and Blanche Walls and Neoti “Williams, were Pittsburgh shopper last_ Monday. . | “Nong the Canonsburgers in Pitts ‘hureh last Sunday were Misses Bes cle Wheeler and Annie Marshall. Johnstown, Pa. a (By Mary Lewis) ‘The’ first annual dance of the Stag Social club, given at the Coachmans and Porters’ bali, Locust street, on May 17, was a decided success. The hall was beautifully decorated in club colors. More than 100 persons were present. John Slaughter of Bedford street made the complimentary ad- dress, Andrew White and Richard Legions were floor managers. 4 ‘dainty lunch was served at midnight: The Stag Social club has been formed very recently and they deserve great credit for*their splendid start. The members are Gilbert Strugss. presi- dent; Herman F. Warks, chairman Jesse Simms, secretary: William and Wiliis Burrell, James Hill, William Dorsey, Benjamin Reed. Andrew White. Wil Roberts, St. Allen, Mar- shall Allen, Willie Steward and Moses ‘Allen. ‘he Coachmans’ and Posters clny witl-give their first summer out: ing in te Westmont erove Thursday, May cit Spock music will be had. There will be dancing afternoon and csening. dH. Murphy, Fred Kennard and Join Johuson, committee. ‘Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Evans of My- jersilale were the guests of Mi afd Mrs. Ross Stewart last week. Walle Shere they Were taken to all points © Interest in Mz. Stewart's auto, Mrs. Rosa Hadden had as her guest Sunday afternoon the Misses Sarah Budden, Marjorie Wilson, Mary Jami son and: Mba Lewis. Mr, afd Mis. William Smith enter- tained R. W. Pitman of Altoona at supper Tiursday, May 16. Mr. Pitman Jectured in the A. M. Ev Haynes Street chapel in the evening. assisted by 1. |x. Peck, R. W. Pool and Sheldon Banks. A musical program was ren- 'dered during the evening and Miss Yiola Hall sang. The band played “Nearer My God to Thee” as the ship went down. Miss Hall possesses a [very sweet soprano voice and was recalled ‘and heartily applauded. Mr. | Pittman lectured in the interest of the | XB. A. of Washington, D. C. The Play called ~JumboJum,” given at the Mt. Olive Baptist church last | Friday*was well attended and heartily jenjosed. David Stevens and Mrs. Joe Davie as the hero and heroine, Robert Jackson, 1. F. Carr.- Heary Lynch, Bert Hawkins, Mrs. Jobn Davis, Mrs. Fairfax, Mre. Viola Carr and I. XN. Peck as Jumbo. the servant, who kept the audience laughing from start to jfinish. David Stevens, the leading baritone soloist of Johnstown. sang during the play. Major Anderson. of ‘Bedford street has gone to Virginia ‘for his health, where he will remain for the summer. The Good Samaritans and Daugh- tars of ‘Smharia of St..Jacob’s lodge / Xo. 1 had their annual sermon preach- ed at the Mt. Olive Baptist church by Rev. Coleman Sunday evening. G W. Clark, W. W. grand chief of Mc Kersport. Pa, Was present. ‘Th Uniform rank of K. of Ps and oar! of Calaniha had their angua! “sermon preached in the A. M. E, Zion Giures, Sanday afternoon, by Rev. Os car Waters. CW. Johasen, caprain A. F. Dike, C2 C.: Page Hall, M. of c F Mrs, Harriet Elis, who has been eeesi auth a sever: cod, is some: wat improved. The WIM. & church ladies wht host cog tata? the dpet week inptune The Mr Olive Baptist chakeh wil hold a fee hundred dallar rail te fire Senoas at June, Everybody and cvery penny is welcome, ( Remember ) ‘That every added sub- ocfiber helps to make this paper better fereverybedy FRANELIN, PA. fae hate pawn} Tustriet No. Iz, Venango Cost Sunday Scii0ol association. took a Fe Hgicus census of Franklin and Rov =? Grove cn Saturday aiternoon. (st of the 115 Workers there were three from each of our colored churches. Mrs. Blanche Lyle. Miss Marion Pex ton, Mrs. M. Slater, from the A. M. E. Zon church and Mrs. 8. D. Moore. Mrs, A. B. Lawson and Mrs. Joseph Triplett irom the A. M. E. Bethe.. The parlor concert given by the Harper W.C. T. U. at the home of Mrs. C. H. Williams. May 31, promises to be one of the events of the season Kev. C. P. Huntington’ will go to Meadville on Saturday to assist Rev Paui in his rally on the 26th. J. W. Jones fell last week and dis located his shoulder. Mrs, Nina Lawson who underwent an operation last week at the hospitai is getting along nicely. Mrs. Joseph Triplett is visiting for a few days her aunt, Mrs. Sarah My ers of Sandy Lake. Seth Steven is gradually improving Miss Jessie Myers of Jefferson. O. and Miss Amber Myers o” Mercer were guests of Mrs. Irene Harwin: last week. Eugene Coates has retucned tc Franklin after spending the winter it Coarleston W. Vay MONESSEN, PA. — : (By Mattie M. Scales.) Miss Rosa Ody visited her mother on Sunday after a few weeks absence. She is employed at McKeesport, Pa. John Spinner, an employe atthe Pittsburgh Steel Company, met WKh an accident the past week, but is nok able to be out again. Mrs. R. Gaskin and Miss Mabel Phillips were callers in Donora on Sunday. H. Woodfork was in Youngstown on bysiness last Saturday. Rev. H. G. Thomas visited Rev. B. Wheeler of Belle Vernon on Saturday. Mr, King, who has been in the Pull: man service for the past Nar. has T2- tired from the Pullman service and will enter into business in Monessen. The K. of P, held their second an- nual sermon in the Wayman A. M. E. Chapel on Sunday. Th2 services “were well attended, "JE. Mansfield was in Greensburg ‘on Saturday on business. Mr. and Mrs, Jeremiah Phillips re lips, who is a student at the Western | Ponnsylvania Institute for the Deaf, stating that he has the pneumonia, however, his case as yet is not report ‘ed as being a severe one, “Dr. Jones and wife of Donora. vis ‘ited his mother and Mrs. F. Stamper ‘last Sunday. Miss Florence Wiitiams: culled on /p. Morris on Sunday. Mrs. Henry Jones entertained Mrs. 'H. Turner. Mrs. P, Woodfors, Mrs. J. ‘Fisher, Mrs. W. Jones, W. Jones, Ms It, Beli and Miss Mazie Fisher on Sun: day, & “Rev. T. J. Johnson of the Mt. Olive ‘Baptist church preached i wonderful sermon on “Mother” on Sunday morn- ins. "The Missionary Sisters of the Mt ‘Olive Baptist church rendered a fine program on Sunday afternoon. "Miss Garnet Turner, who has end fed a successitl term ‘of teaching at “Madison, W. Va., returned home May Mes, dutia Turner, Hrs. A. James ‘and Mrs. W. Fairfax were calling on /Mrs. W. Peerman on Sunday a‘ter DONORA, PA. The K. of P.’s had a uveat day in Douora on Sunday. The services were weil attended and many were preseat from various towns in the vales. A band escorted the order trum Castle hall to the church, Rey, Sand: Christian preached the sermdn, The rollowing progzam was rendered: Oe in: address, J. F. Crockett: respons Peter Sainder=: solo, Miss Lizaic Day Is; address in veha:t of the order, W. H. Tobin: music DP the choir: G. 1. Gray master of ceremonies. Mes. J.C. Taulton, woo has been confined to ker bed for several days is convalescing, Mrs. Join Minnie, the ploncer of Donora, is slightly improved trom a stroke. Mrs. Sandy Christian wag taken to Pittgvurg to make ber future home with her daughter, Mrs. Bell Eilis. For some time ‘Mrs. Christian has suffered from the. effects of rheuma- tism, We all wish her myed happi: ness and hope that she may‘be greatly improved by the move. ‘A surprise birthday party was given in behalf of Miss Daisy Perkins. Cov- ers were laid for sixteen. Miss Perk- ing was the recipient of several costly presents. Miss Anna Bell Peas entertained the Four Leaf club and a dainty luncheon was served. CONNELLSVILLE. (By Mortle Latner.) | Pp HL. Bost of Vasemtonn spent “Oe day with Mr, and Mrs. John Reynolds | brs. Molife Gibson speng a few days io Pitteburen, "Mr. and Mrs, Thomas Grasty are [visiting their parents. Prof, E. B. Fuller was a business caller at Scottdale-on Saturday. ‘Mr. and Mrs. John Renoids left on Monday for Youngstown, 0. their fu: ture home. Sirs. Mary Jane Lewis celebrated her birthday on May 13. Mrs. MB. “McBee of Mt. Pleazant, Mrs. Winston fof Uniontows, were the oxtofrons Miss Josephine Washington as v tune frends m [itssures a few da last Wee’ : Miss carry Neal of Vatdecbt spent Suda aU nontean Mies Marcaret riseby nt 3 otoha vas tie guest 62 Mre, Mitte Wars insten on Sane: Minar Davis. Jenn Black 6 Bohggaviie, Wem cueets of ME, and Mrs, H.C. Latady and amily va 825: aa Atl om ing for pay ets WHE lease set tie at once. Miss Catherine Barbar of Wait*sett, spent a few days with Miss E, War- mick. Mrs. Russell Boxdate of Smirbfe:d. spent a few days with Rev. and Mrs. Epps. Sherlock Holmes. “Drowned! Evidently the poor fey low couléat swim.”—Rire THe COURIER. 2 ; : j them to his home in New Ke McDonald, Pa. | SHARON, PA. [22234 "se : —_—_ % ; Misses Susan and Elnora . [aes Josephine Smith and T! ss (Bp S.J, Carter) (By R. N, Clopton.) Wm, Dudes spent a few bo Services at the First Baptist church yuer Sadie MeKinnery and_ Miss | Miss Margaret Buges of Irwit were quite interesting last Sund4y- yimié Lezan of South Sharon, at-| urday. the pulpit being filed morning and’ cengeg the band concert on Saturday Myles Stevenson was in evening by th pastor, Rev. G. E./ night at New Castle and were the | burg on Senday. Sailie speat Monday and Tuesday iM. Queers of Mrs. Hattie Robingon over Se the city, Robert, the youn# son’ of. Sunday. want William fohnson, aged 14 months, died “sire” Qwen of Pittsburgh is visiting Williamsport, jast Wednesday. He made his home jer sister-in-law, Mrs. Russell Wayne with Mr. and Mrs. Manuel Berry 0°: of North Darr avenue. and attended ———— this place. Funeral services Were corvices at the First Baptist church ay Ste oe at conducted by Rev. G. E. Sallie. D. D-; 92) sunday morning. eae ee one He was iaid to rest at the Ariington |e eee, eee cc ndusky is visit-| @ SerTices tt, Betnel om Suny cemetery. He leaves a father an¢/ ing Rev. 5. C. Coleman and preached | Witton Pa, delivering (Wo | one sisier to mourn the loss. The! th®, Stic Sermons, Mitton, Missionary circle heid their weekly! “Nir. Lizzle Cuff attended the band | “si seems as if Willlameport meeting at the home of the vice Pres: concert at New Castle on “Saturday | grapeq in mourning for the ident, Mrs. H. Woods. Rev. Salston | evening, and on returning spent the| weexs, there being five death conducted services at Bulger, Pa. last | cient Sith Moe. Mazzle Palm of Hub. | Wee Sunday. The Dixie Four. a local quar bard, 0. ris OE: cara be. Bart tue tet, composed of Lee Lynch, Jr. Flord| ““yfrs. Barnette entertaiiied Miss Ea-| 4n jagt Saturday at 3 o'clock Thornton, Thomas Holmes andTu0m- | pa Chigg, Mise Myre Van Camp. |fome “The foral Uibute | ae Broweing, are reads to book dates. | Ruy Van Cg. Forrest Redmon of | POMS a, for further information write to Lee) Snaron. alsot Lester Roddy, Henry | UUM or iss Flora Ixnch, McDonald, Pa. Mrs. Margaret | Sungee and Miss Nannie Scroggs of | cg iN’, {Gh great deal of © Harris is on the sick list | South Sharon. D hitees, ancane = j irs. Mob. Cunt eocenained sire beloved by all who knew he | Josephine Danks, M. Cockwell an cacvice: took place , Monongahela Bit Wanrishe of Snagon, also Miss 1 0Reral serice Tot esac oe j Nannie Scruggs of thin place. | [9:30 p.m. The flowers w —— | vy. Dr. H. Le is of indusky. } tay Helen T Bath j. | RO%: Dt B.d Dodds of Sandusky.) and beautifo. Miss Lella Simmons was a visito: in Elizabech on Sunday. Misses Cena and Nelije Holmes of Elizabeth, spent Sundayet the home of Mr. and Mra, Thos. Viverett. Miss Mainie Minnie of Donora, is visiting Miss Fannie Washington oi Sixth sireet. Mrs. Wm, Dunedin and Mrs, Jobn Bassett were business visitors in East Liverpool and Wellsville on Wednes day and Thursday of last week. ‘John Bassett has gone to Sprague Ww. Va. to bury one of his brothers who was killed in a mine at that place D, A, MePherson was in Pittsbure® on Friday. : ‘Miss Helen T. Batch accompanied by her sister, Mrs. Alvin Viverett anc daughter, Sigmona, returned home or Friday evening. Mrg. Alvin Viverett is moving back to Monongahela. Mrs. Annie Harris is very ill at the home of her mother, Mrs. Wm Cat jn : ‘Mrs. S.A. Bateh and daughter, Hel en, are visiting Mrs. C. A, Hartiey 0 Bast Bnd. Pittebuzgh. Miss Heler expects to be gone for ten dare. Mrs. James W. Mann,..a daughte of Mrs. 8. A. Batch, is Very sick a! her home in Pittsourgb. She will b taken to the East End hospital thi week. “Mire. Thos, Viverett attended th ‘Ringling Bros. circus at Charleroi 01 Saturday. : "Mts. Lizzie Catlin of Monessen. ex pects to move to Monongalicla i about to weeks. Chas. Jackson and (wo sons. Clar ‘ence and Ralph, also Leonard Batch attended the Ringling Bros. Circus a ‘Charlerot on Saturday Conrad H. Burke has purchased tw fhouses in the Second ward. The: jare both in nice shave and have goo% Penne ° ——ee (By Grace J. Booth.) Ernest Greer of Pittsburgh, was the guest of Miss Jean Waters on Monday. Mrs. Samuel Campbell and littie daughter, Rosaline, have returned to their home in Allegheny, Pa., after a pleasant visit with the former's moth- er, Mrs. Rosa Jackson. af Edward Austin of Pittsburzb. Spent Sunday in Butier as the guest of Mrs. Jackson and family of St. Carles street There will be a grand rally at Mt Olive Paptist church, Grove City. May 27, An ail day meeting wili be held. "Preaching at 11 a. m. and 3 p.m. Visiting preachers from other towns. The choir will be fom But ler, We nave made a wondertul suc: cess since we started cur church in Grove City. McKEESPORT Usual services prevailed at St. Paul on Sunday morning and evening with xood spiritual and financial results. ‘AL the close of the evening service i solo entitled “Be Merciful Unto Us, was rendered with splendid teeing by Mrs. M. Cross, after witich the instal lation of ushers took place. A grand time is anticipated at the rally on Sunday, June 26. Rev. T. A. J. West of Elizabeth, spent several days with his daughter, Mrs, R. B. Smith, last week, and we are glad to note that he is much im- proved in health. Mrs, MeVail “and daughter, Miss Bertha, of Randin, were guests at the “home of Mrs. J. Coleman on Sunday. “Wm, T. Young paid a fying trip to Meadville on Saturday, returning home on Monday. “Annual thankegiving service of Queen of the West Lodge No. 14, K. of 'B., was held at St Paul ehurch on ‘Sunday afternoon at hich time the ‘sermon was delivered by Rev. J. R ‘Saunders. Addresses were deiiv- ‘ered by Revs. W. N. Young and R. 'B, Johnson. Solos were rendered by “Mrs, J. B. Walker, Jr. ahd Mrs. L. Rose and papera ware read by Mrs. B. Howard and J. B.AWalker. Mr. and Mrs. H. Parker of Elizgfeth and Mise Helen Proffit of New Castle, spent Sunday as the guests of Mrs. R. B. Smith. 2B. B. Wright, Jr., of Irwin, was call ihg on Jno. W. Young br Thureday. Miss Saran Clifford and Wesley Stevenson of Irwin. are visitors at the home of Wm. OBanion on Locust street Rev, T. E. Wilsoa of Pittsbureh. was Circulating among fiends in the city on Wednesday S$. Hesker of Younestown, 0. has opened a tonsoria: yaclor on Fifth ave: nue and sits Bis family wil os 2upy a residence at No $15 Tweit:a ave. rue, Miss Annie Howes of Euizebera. Miss F, Moreaai. [ougiag Aver ant Marshall pfecensut ec Pitt: bare Were erect of Mrs. SP, Marenais on The sock vised the Heme of Mr. and Mrs J. geman cn Sunday and mhude then the Pod! parents ot a fe dangiter. lok ‘Mlea Duke. a fessdent of thle ey. for the past jouftecn) sears. deyart yd on Wednesday for the Old So'diers Hotne at Daycon] O., where ke will re side permanent.y, Master Clareice Smith vislted bis grandparents, Rev. and Mre. West of Elizabeth last week, going by way of the new auto car. He reports it ade lightful ride. a ST SHARON, PA. Miss Sadie McKinnery and_ Miss Mamie Legan of South Sharon, at- iended the band concert on Saturday hight at New Castle and were the guests of Mrs. Hattie Robingon over Sunday. Mrs, Owen of Pittsbureh is visiting her sisterin-law, Mrs. Russell Wayne of North Darr avenue. and attended gervices at the First Baptist chureby oa Sunday morning. Rev. Dr. Dodd of Sandusky is visit- ‘ing Rev. S.C. Coleman and preached two able sermons. Mrs. Lizele Cuff attended the band concert at New Castle on 4Saturdar evening, and on returning spent the night with Mrs. Mazzie Palm of Hub- bard, 0. tof Mrs. Barnette entertaiied Miss Ed: joa Chinn, Miss Myrtie Van | Camp, Ralyh Van Camp, Forrest Redmon of | Sharon, also Lester Roddy, Henry | Sungee and Miss Nannie Scruggs of | South Sharon, | Mrs. M. L. Cuff entertained Mre. | Josephine Danks, M. Cockwell and Frank Wainright of Shagon, also Miss | Nannie Scruggs of thig place. | “Rey. Dr. H. L. Dodds of Sandusky. | 0. preached three able and interest ling sermons on Sunday morning, i evening and Monday evening, also lec tured on Tuesday evening at the First | Baptist church. ‘Sunday school convention of West erm Pennsylvania and Eastern Ohio met at the Mahoning avenue church Youngstown, O. Sunday had a nice | setting and one of the best lecture: in the history of the convention b3 | the noted iecturer, Miss Cora B, An pnis-- A [ Airs, Eliza Huffman, Mrs, S.C. Cole man, Mrs. Debbie Mosey, Mrs. Be! | Cotes, Milton Luck-Tucker Coles an Rev. ‘P. N: Clopton all attended th convention in Youngstown. Mrs Coles read a fine paper which wa | heartily enjoyed by all. Mrs, Emm Cooper also attended. | John Turner of Washington, Pa., i visiting his brother, David Turner o 931 Emerson avenue. John Watson of 931 Emerson avg | nue, resigned his position as a heate |in the tin mill today, after being call ed to Washingtca. Pa., Thursday last || on account of the illness of bis wife. The Gill Needle club met at Mrs Jones, on Thursday evening and wil meet ‘next Thursday at.Mrs. H. R Wayne, 1015 North Darr avenue. || ‘The indjes of the A. M. E Zion Sew Ing circle’ wish to thank all thos who helped to make this concert a suc j.cess. Amount cleared $11.07. Th ladies will give a lawn fete as soon @ the weather will permit. | "Lite Glenn Banks has been ver | sick all week. | First Sunday in June will be trus {tees rally day av AME, Zion. | Mrs. C. B. Brook of Gi West Stat strect, entertained the West Side Sew ing club on Friday, May 17, at b2 Jhome, Lunch was served by the hos ess. S | Miss May Banks called oa Mr. an Mis. C.'E, Broo!: on Sunday evenin: Miss Myrtle Van Camp is n0w | memner of the Bhul club of Sharon. BELLEVERNON (By in SE Goe.) At this writing Mrs. James Smith is serg low, ; ‘Miss Nannie Burrell and Mrs. Frank Carnet attended the K. of P. sermon fe'charletel on Sunday.” iNelnda Robiesoa is improving trom a severe spasm. ‘Mr. Lindsay is all smiies since the new Mrs, Lindsay came. Rev. H. H. Hill. delivered the com- manion sermon at West Newton and the Pricedale choir rendered the mu- Ue, PSeverat members. of the ric dale congregation also sttended. The service was a spiritual and financial ‘Res it. H. Hill preached the annua? x. or P, sermon for the Omega lodze br Moncsen and the We MM sermon at Charleroi on tre 1th in his usual Brownsville, Pa. ew aes Hilton) ‘Tie third quarterly meeting 1M be hel at the A. M. E. chureli next Sun day. At 10:45 will be love feast. Sunday school at 2:30 p.m. at 3 p. m.. communion service, conducted BY Rev, Anderson of Uniontown. At 7:13 p.m, a sacred concert will be rendered by the choir. Mrs, Louisa Davis is very ill at her home on Mill street. Mrs. Emma Butler has made quite an improvement at her boine by bav- ing a naw veranda built. Louis Davis of Pittsburgh, spent 2 few days at bome last week. =~ ‘An apron and necktle social was given by the Industria} club at the A. ‘ME. chureb™on Thursday evening. ‘Quite 2 number attended the Rins- ling Bros. show at Charierdt last Sat- urday. ‘Aunt Lucinda Hamitton is suffering with paralysis at her home on High street. ‘Wheeler Davis, who has been very 1, is slowly improving, eee SE nr men Seren tee Gé. Preston ts able to be out again after being confined to his bed over five months with rheumatism. Mis. Ellen Thompson and daughter. Lucy of Penn station: have returned here to reside, Bert Thompson returned from Youngstown to his home In Penn sta- Won. Miss C. Haval Stevenson is still con- fixed to her bed with rheumatism. a visitng nurse being in attendance up- on her every day. Mrs. Virginia Nichols of Greens: burg. spent’ Monday a.teruoon wid Min OA. Loewoed. Mrs. Amelia Townsend, formeriy ¢f Bradiorg, is omy lored as head coe: at the Horel Trimice, Mrs, Edward Barclay was visune tn Graperitie lest week. Miss’ Jeannerte Smith had her ton siis Git ev last Friday and is coptize f to her home. * Georse Mune; of Greensburg tis ied bis cousin, Mrs. Wm. R. Ste: <n son. on Monday. : Rev. Frank Marshail is now a resi- dent of this place, having moved his family bere from Turtle Creek last week. Misses Susan and Elrona Dudley and brother Willlam, of New Kensing- ton, visited their ‘brother, Thomas Dedley op Saturday, be returning with them to his home in New Kensington on Saturday evening. 7 Misses Sugan and Elnora _ Dudley and Josephine Smith and Thos. and ‘Wm. Dud er spent a few bours with ‘Miss Margaret Buggs of Izwin on Sat- ina Myles Stevenson was in Greens uty Se Steen Williamsport, Pa: (By Mrs. John Fairiax.) Services at Bethel on Sunday werz weil attended, Rev. J. W. Hayes of Milton, Pa, delivering two excellent ‘sermons. it seems as if Williamsport has been draped in mourning for the past two weeks, there being five deaths in this time. The funeral of Bert Blue was held on last Saturday at 3 o'clock from bis home. The floral tribute was very beautiful. : ‘The death of Miss Flora Russell catiie with a great deal of sadness to her many friends, as she was much beloved by all who knew her. The ‘funeral service took place from the home o? her parents on,Saturday at 3:30 p.m, The flowers were man} and beautiful. Misa Katie Bryant is now in the Willlamsport hospital, where she un derwent an operation on last Friday Her many friends wish for ber # speedy recovery. “Baward Carter is now very ill it the hospital. ‘rs, Rev. T. J. Askew is in the cits heing called nere by the death of Mis Flora Russell. ~~ Res. G. W. Wijliams ‘will arrive from Kansas City’ this week and wil fill the pulpit on Sunday. : Mrs, Rebecca Jackson, who ha een iil for the past two weeks, is n0¥ convaleseing. Miss Brill Jobuson fell down th cellar steps on Sunday evening ap received several painful bruises. SCOTTDALE PA a eS af Boalnnene Rev, T. Ford of Uniontown, 'Pa., was the guest of Mrs. J. Warmack. Mrs. 0, Jones,’ who has been quite sick is slowly improving. Mrs, Nannie Hickman was a bust- ness visitor in Mt. Pleasant, Pa. ‘Mrs, Mitchell of Greensburg, Pa. worshiped at the Morning Star Baptist church on Sunday and was the guest of Mrs. E. Emales. Rev. Robert Brown attended the Odd Fellows sershon in Connelisville, Pa., on Sunday. Sfesdames H. Baker and L. Catlin and P. Fox of Mt. Pleasant, Pa. at tended the rally of the Morning Star Baptist church and were dinner guests of Rev. Moore and family. Morning Star Baptist Church. rhe acet rally of the Moroing Stal Baptist Sunday. school was quite 2 success, the children extending many thanks to their friends for helping them so nicely. The collection was $308. Re-. Carter of Dunbar, Pa., attend: ed tk? rally of the Morning Star Bap tis: chureh on Sunday afternoon. ‘Sunday was rally day and the serv: icos were very interesting. In the afternoon the cervices were held in the White Baptist church and were largely attended. Rev. J.T. Moore preached a good sermon. Rev. H. H. Overton and members feel very much encotiraged and wish to thank thelr many friends for their hearty support and will start to. erect, their new church in the near future. The col: jection for the day was $74.60. BEAVER FALLS The Masons of Beaver vailer will ‘nave their annual sermon delivered ‘the third Sunday in June at the West Bridgewater AM. E. church. Rev 'Pl A. Scott of the Wslie avenue [churca will be present and deliver the sermon. The membersypf the order will meet ij their hail ih Rocheste: and march §1 a body to the church, where the services Will be held at ¢ o'clock. Miss Norrine Webster of Rochester. is the ghest of Miss Phoebe Perry of Wheeling, W. Va. ‘A number from Rochester, Beaver and West Bridgewater, attended serv: ices at Wayman A. M/E. church on Sunday. < Woman's Day was fittingly observed ak Warman A. MoE. church, New Brlahtog, Sunday throufhout the das with Yppropriate exercises, under the supervifion of Mrs. Hattle Burgetts. Mrs, Rabecca Aldridge of Pittsburgh, -was thd principal speaker. Beauti ful solod| were rendered during the da by the Misses Sarah Law, Leula Mos 26 and Mrs. Daniel Mftler. The ex ercises Jwere complete in every de tail. Four/ot our enterprising young men of{the valley have opened up one ef the \fnest markets in New Brigh- ton and\have worked up a fine trade. Gtarting\in business in November with the assigtance of Miss Mary Bean, clerk, thpy were able to hold thelr own and pre continuing to do so. Miss Emma Hpward is a clerk. George Gardner, |Alexander Webster. Patrick Gales an§ Jerry Boulding are the members Af the company. The last wad rites over the body of Thomas Bell were held Sunday after noon from ‘the Wayman A. M. E. church at 2 p.m, Rev. Newman spoke toucbingiy of the roung man and the services were very sad. Mr. Belt died at the New Brighton hospital of tuberculosis. The family of Joseph Bean were very devoted and attentive to Mr. Bel! during his illness, and Mr. Keaton, bia uncle, desires to thank them and others for their kind: ness. ‘Selma Elizabeth. daughter of Mr. and Mrs, John’ Robinson of Beaver Falls. died of pneumonia on Saturda: and was buried on Monday afterncon from the family residence. Kev. New: maa of New Brighton had charge o! the services. Relatives froia Bele vie aud ote: jlaves aziende s "he fe Miss Emma Howard, who hes been sndinposed, is much better, “sae afl spend Sunlay at her Lome in Salem, Creo. Mre, Minsffe Early 0° teaver Falls. assisted in the prograd on Safday at Warman church. Mrs. Baroy read a fine sper. 5 (By Leafie V. Biackburn.) Misa Florence Thompson, who un- derwent an operation at the hospital last week, is Improving nicely. James Matthews, father of James Matthews, SATURDAY, MAY 2, 1912. 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Miss Cora Ross, 7417 Susquehanna Mr. John Peterson, 1613 Franklin, at, N.S. be Misa Gertrude Belt, 563 Frawcis street, City. iv Mr. Ray Berry, 131 Chalfonie st, Beltzhoover. * ‘W. Jones, 2642 Wylle ave. : Mr. John Woods, 319 Juckson st, N.S. ‘Mrs. A. L, Anderson, 41 Arthur st, City. . Frazier & Brown, Frankstown ave. ‘Miss Minnie Harris, 6196 Kirkwood ‘st, city. ae ‘W. Dooley, 20th st., Homestead, Z Mrs. E. H. Brooks, 226 Burton ave, ‘W&sbinston, Pa. Stewart F. Cook, 201 North Seventh street, Steunenvilie, O. ‘Mrs. Eva Holmes, 709 6th ave, Bea- ver Pails, Pa. - ‘Miss Marie Thorne’l, 222 Walnut st., Bellevue, Pa. ‘Miss Grace Gant, 106 Cleveland st. Butler, Pa. ‘Mrs. Kreba T. Tilgbman, 116 She. mango st., New Castle, Pa. ‘Martha Dickson, No. 48 445) street. ATTENTION AGENTS — We find by beisg” lenien: with some of our agents they are not set- ting thelr accounts promptly. Here- after it will be necessary for ail agents to settle weekly before we will send any more papers. We regret this action is necessary. “By order, PITTSBURGH COURIER PUB. CO. Jr, was admitted to the hospital last week suffering from a paralytic stroke. Mr. and Mrs. Wiliam Wan- zer have ior their house guest Miss Corinne Taylor of Bellwood, Pa. Miss Kate Jackson is spending the Week at State College, Pa. ” Mivs Louise Jack- Son entertained the Misses. Mamie Rook and Neliie Thomas at ‘inser oo Sunday. Mr. atd Mrs. Willian Wan- zer. Misses Corinns Taylor. vale Blackburn and Willizm Woodson =pent Suna afvernoon at State Co:exe. Pa, The services at St. Paul A. M. E. church were well attended tot morning and evening. The enter- tainment given by the Get Bus: Raliy clab on Thursday evening was a grand success. The Plebes will kive a house social at the home of A. V. Jack- gon on May 30. All are cordial!y in- Vited to attend. . Would like to hear from Edward Overtonagur former agent, at once. (Manager.) West: Newton, Pa. (By Mire. Eileabeth Green)” Sunday, May 12, was ¢quarteriy meeting, Rev. Taggairt. P. E., was present and preached at the morning service. Rev. H. H. Hill of Price dale, preached at 2 o'clock. The com- munion sermon and Rev. Hill's cboir rendered most excellent’ singing at this service. A large congregation was tn attendance. On May 13 Rev. Tageairt held quarterly ‘conference and all reports showed good work done: William Frazier and Miss Hildegard, Mr. Jordan -and Master George Jerdan of Pittsburgh, visited Rev. and Mrs. Frazier on Sunday ands worshiped at St. Paul. Mr. and Mra, Edward Mosby of Fitz. Henrs, a su: burb of West Newton, met with seri- ous misfortunes on Fridar. Their home was partially destroyed by fre. They have the sympathy of all. APOLLO, PA. (By Thos. F. Tocker.) | _ Sunday was a beautiful das end ine [services were nicely attended. Res |Mason preached two interesting ser 'mons,-morning and evening. We Bog- the members and friends gil: attend Sabbath schoo: and nelp ‘> make it one of the Lest ia the try ‘The May fair wiil be given o: Tiss. day, May 2s. and continue U.7¢sxL0ut the week. An excelient program wii! ‘ye tendered each eveninz, The fad.es of the Sewing circle are spar- ing no effort to make it a grand suc. cess, Kindly appreciate thelr work by a large aitendance'and a liberal patronace. F gd ferric, surprise was tendered Mr. and Mra. James Frye.on Muy 14. /Mans very nice presents yere:receiv- fed, Why They Give it Some people are elways giving goal pie Necame they have ne use for persis. Deposited with the Insurance Department of the District of Columbia, $50,000,000, for the Sole Protection of Policy-holders by the It is attracting Men and Gaining Business, more noticeably than ever before. There is a reason. It has amply satisfied both members and representatives. SATURDAY, MAY 25, 1912 1893 HEALTH, ACCIDENT, EN AN UNEQU Deposited with the Insurance bia, $50,000,000. for the Sole Protec National Benefit L: (STANDARD NEGRO INSURA of Washington, D. C. TESTED Best AND Best TRIED Best It is attracting Men and Gainin ever before. There is a reason. and representatives. Look up our last Annual State Branch Office: 1811 Cent Y. H. PUTNEY Bell Pho MRS. E. JONES Dealer and Manufacturer of HUMAN · HAIR GOODS Switches, Puffs, Transformations. Straightening Combs and Hackels. Artistic Wig Making a Specialty. 905 WYLIE AVENUE PITTSBURGH, PA. Bell Phone, Court 4602. Union Printing Company J. T. CORT, PROPRIETOR, 428 FOURTH AVENUE, PITTSBURGH, PA. JACKSON Funeral Director FINES CARRIAGES FOR OPERA PARTIES, 1209 Wylie Avenue, and 1308-1310 Bingham St., S. Telephones Bell Sullivan Hemiock. P. & A., 1901-F The oldest undertaker in Pittsburgh and a member of the Undertakers' Association. p Herman P. Socks, Manager. P. & A., 1901-F Commercial Work Our Specialty. Church and Society Work 1209 Wylie Avenue. Pittsburgh, Pa M. W. MOUNTS OLD BOOK EXCHANGE. L. w. School, Medical, Mechanic and Religious Books. Bought, Sold and Exchanged, 626 Penn Avenue. PITTSBURGH, PA. UNIONTOWN (8) Gertrude B. Crutch N. Olivet Baptist Church. At 11 a.m. May 18, 1893, A. D. Banks, point of view in the Kittatinny Pines in his charge of the clergy. The possession, headed by James Bond, the Uniform Bank of Rowesville, the local Uniting Rank Redcoats Society, No. 11 and Palmer Guards men and married to the husband of their annual transcribing sermon was reached by the pastor, Rev. P. H. Thompson. Addresses were made by Colonel Irwin and Major W. L. Winston. Music was recorded by the choir. Collection $10. At 1 p.m. the pastor praised an excellent sermon and one that will not soon be forgotten by his hearers. St. James, "Blessed is the Praemaker for they shall be called the children of God." John D. Winston, who was hurt by a knife at war, is reported imprisoned. St. Paul A. M. E. Church. St. Paul Archdiocese The service was on Sunday, the second of the spiritual bishop's duties, Kwai W. W. Anderson, D. D., praised intermittently in the meeting on "The Genuine Love of Ruth or a Mother-in-law Nichelle" Mrs. Emmitt Jones of Canesburg, sang a beautiful gold. The pastor had "The Sea Shall Give Up the Dead," a sermon of reflections from the Titanic disaster, in the evening. This was pronounced to be one of Dr. Anderson's great effects, the audience was held spell bound during the delivery of this most interesting discourse. The senior cloar sang most beautifully as this so vivid Mrs. Emmitt Jones and Phillip Johnson, Jr., sang a uplift. Rev. George W. Slater, Jr. D. D. of Clinton, Iowa. Coming. Rev. George W. Slater, Jr. D. D. of Clinton, Iowa, will arrive in our office on Saturday, May 26 and will oversee the pubilit at St. Paul Sunday, May 26 both morning and evening. Submit morning sermon. The Glory of the Cross: evening is Sunday. "The Modern Dance": Dr. Slater will lecture at St. Paul on Monday night, May 26. Courtship and Marriages: Dr. Slater is a great learner and great as a pulpit orator. He was pastor at Wilberforce University at one time and is a minister of the African Methodist Episcopal church. Don't fail to hear Rev. W. B. Anderson, D. D. will hold by request of Rev. R. H. Bumry, P. E. Rev. M. A. Dyer's quarter meeting at the A. A. Dyer's brownville. Sunday, May 28 at 3 p.m. Dr. D. Anderson will preach and disperse the communion. Miss Elizabeth, Harris, Georgia Stubblefield and Carrie A. Horsly spent Saturday and Sunday in Scott- dale, Pa. Chas. H. Crable will preach his trial sermon at Mt. Olivet church on May Rev. Cruise Revere, Pa., was calling on friends in town on Sunday. Rev. Slater will deliver a lecture on the corner of Gaitatin and Main street, Saturday evening, May 25, in the interest of Socialism. Chas. Millar, Robert Hart and Miss Bortie Samuel of Connellville, Pa., Mack McDonald of Pittsburgh, Pa., and Miss Mack Mellah of Murray will be on Miss Mack Mellah this week. The Massouites of Mt. Rose church will hold a bazaar at the church beginning May no. and continuing threedays with program with evening. Many dainty things and quilts will be on hand for a great Fox or Scottsdale and Miss Johnson of Johnson, were visiting Mack M. Green of Murray avenue. This week. On Easter has returned from a six week trip in Los Angeles, Cul. W. W. Winston has resigned his position as headmaster at the McCellet and house. Chas. Hall of the Altruin succeeds him. The annual sermon of Star of Hope college No. 15, Knights of Perth, Vanderbilt, Pa., will be preached on Sunday, May 26, at St. Paul Baptist church. Mountain View lodge No. 6, Redstone lodge No. 11 and Garnes' band after past running special car from here. It looks nature to see Palmer Jenk ins at A. P. McCure's shop again. Tripping with her baby in her arms, Mrs. Rufus Finney so badly injured her 8-month-old baby that it died and was buried on Sunday from the home at 1:30 p.m. Services were conducted by R. P. W. Thompson. Memorial services will be observed Decoration day by Palmer's Guards and the four Sunday schools of this place, who will form on Morgantown street at 1:30 p.m. headed by Garris' Band and march to Cleaview cemetery where exercises appropriate to the occasion will be held. They will then march to Mc. Rose Baptist church where a program will be rendered by some of the leading people of this town. Miss Nandie R. Jordan, who has been attending the Virginia Seminary by accepted home this week. The executive board of the Youghiosheny Baptist association met on Monday, May 24, at Mc. Rose church and appointed R. J. H Robinson to act as field missionary till the association. Ed. Baxter is quite successful in his experiment of raising chickens squash, etc. The May Queen, under the management of Miss Madison White, to be given on at Mt. Rose church, May 20, is预定了 to be a success. The sermon delivered by Rev. Scott Woods, D. Dr. pastor of the Episcopal Mission church, North Side, Pittsburg, D. at the St. Peter's Episcopal church (Chikile) was well prepared well delivered and highly appreciated by a large and taskful audience. The Rev. Wood was met at the train by Dr. B. Anderson and after taking him to the parishhouse for supper, he accompanied him to St. Peters Episcopal church where he sat with him during the exercises. After services Dr. F. W. Beckman took charge of Dr. Wood and entertained him at the rectory. Very sorry more of our people do not present to hear this distinguished divine. FOR FIRST CLASS CLEANING AND PRESSING Go to DUFFINS Suits made for $100 Up. Clean and Press Suits.....17c Press Suits.....17c Press Pants.....17c 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 Fakers Weekly, "we have had radical utterances connecting sugar with some of the most incurable of organic diseases. But an English physician recently contended that cane 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 sprinkled 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. wonderful imagination. If a girl has a figure like a clothes pin she imagines she is slender and graceful. The Brutes! "It would be a strange and wonderful man who would go for long without making a woman cry."—Mary E Mann. q for ation's oos e Morris Caring for the Nation's Horos by George Morris N DECORATION DAY thousands of men, women and children throughout the length and breadth of the land will gather in the various cemeteries and lay garlands upon the vast resting places of the soldiers that have laid down their lives in defense of their country. In practically every city hosts of veterans of the Civil War will gather and hold reunions to speak of the past, the anger and passion deadened by the lapse of time, while at ten national homes more than 20,000 men will usher in the day thankful that the United States, of all nations, is a republic that is not ungrateful for services at day. performed under its flag. The veterans of the various wars, notably the Civil and Spanish-American, who went through VETERAN AND HOLDING MEMORIAL SERVICE IMPOINING GATHERING TO THE SOLDIER'S HO VETERAN HOLDING IMPOLIING GREETWAY TO THE OLDER'S HOME by the federal offerings streamed upon their graves. But what about the veterans who remained from the front, torn by shot and shell, unable to resume their places in the ranks of the workers, without means of self-support and unwilling to trust themselves upon their kith and kin? At the close of the Civil War, when more than half a million men laid down their arms of war and, in a few months were transformed from soldiers to citizens, the question of what to do with those who were incapacitated arose. "Pensions are well enough in their way, but pensions are not sufficient," declared Congress. "We must do more," continued the members of both House and Senate. "We must establish a home for those who have no homes," and this sentiment crystallized into what is now one of the most important features with which the nation deals. The National Home for disabled volunteer soldiers is located in the District of Columbia. There are branches of the National Home at Corton O., Milwaukee, Wis.; Tegus, Mo.; Hampton, Va.; Leavenworth, Kan.; Santa Monica, Cal.; Marion Ind.; Danville, Ill.; Johnson City, Tenn., and Hot Springs, S. D. Hampton, Annapolis, Cali. City, Tenn. First, and all import the house. Exact ima- and army discipline men on the grounds sa as they pass, and thei- ing stated things, so lute order. There are state homes for disabled volunteer soldiers provided by the states of California, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Dakota, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin and Wyoming. Some idea of the extent of the properties supported by the Federal government may be had from the last report of the board of managers, in which the average of the homes is get down as 5,369, valued at $183,471.53. On this land are buildings aggregating a value of $10,513,645.42. To acquire this property, to maintain it and to care for the thousands of soldiers, the total outlay to the close of 1911 has been in the neighborhood of $80,000,000. When the first home, was established, within the year, there were 810 veterans cared for. Then each succeeding year increased at the rate of almost 1,000 per year until, in 1905, the greatest number, 34,849, were taken care of. At the same time the death rate among the veterans increased by year, and from 10.95 per 1,000 in 1907 it has advanced to 8.50 per 1,000. as they put state lute order. At 5:30 turn out their hair things in a room in the balier is must be at 9. While a leave may secure not only desires as but it lint practically own home. For the grounds of drive splendid books and perent par an amuse When the first home, was established, within the year, there were 810 veterans cared for. Then each succeeding year increased at the rate of almost 1,000 per year until, in 1908, the greatest number, 34,849, were taken care of. At the same time the death rate among the veterans increased year by year, and from 10.95 per 1,000 in 1907, it has advanced to $5.80 per 1,000. Yet, when one takes into consideration the physical condition of soldiers when admitted to the homes, and that it has been 47 years since the Civil War, the death rate is really low, for the average life of the old soldiers has been a trifle more than 70 years—a rife cause for the majority of men. Indeed, hits alone is a most notable tribute to the government for its excellent care of its wards. To visit one of these national homes is to have a treat, for nowhere will one find a more happy or contented set of men. Except for the difference in location and style of architecture of the "Long Time" is Defined "Long Time" is Defined droughtiness of the interval which made it seem long. In a prosecution for the illegal sale of whisky in Alabama, a witness testified that he had bought a pint of liquor of the accused "a short time" before the, grand jury returned the indictment against him. It was objected that this evidence did not show that the prosecution had been begun within 12 months after the sale of the whisky. --- Q the conflicts unscathed are constantly in mind. There are the Grand Army of the Republic, Loyal Legion and Army and Navy Union splendid organizations, to which many of the officers and men who fought in the Civil War belong, while the veteran association of the Spanish-American War holds the membership of many who went through that struggle. In the national cemeteries here and there, and in other burial grounds, are stones that mark the spots where lie the remains of those who participated in the conflicts and each succeeding Decoration Day their memory is kept alive Remark of Governor of North Carolina to Governor of South Carolina Brought Into Court The oft-quoted remark of the Governor of North Carolina to the Governor of South Carolina basst at last been brought into court, carefully construed, and found not to be so long as some other times. It is probable that it was the exceeding THE COURIER. for on's s orris NATIONAL SOLDIER'S HOME NEWPARK ING RY TO SOLDIER'S HOME for on's s orris NATIONAL SOLDIERS HOUSE NEAR WASHINGTON buildings, all of the homes are similar, for they are operated on the plafj of giving one and all the same. Some of the homes, like the one at Hampon, Va., are situated upon the banks of a stream, but then there is one in the mountains, another in the land of continual sunshine and flowers, California, while each possesses some natural characteristic to differ it from the other. That, however, is the immaterial side of the homes, for it is the comforts and conveniences afforded the inmates that draws the attention of visitors and sends them away filled with thoughts of kindness and proud of being citizens of a nation that is so lavish in its care of those who have upheld the honor of the flag in the face of the enemy. Amid parklike surroundings are the buildings, flanked with broad porches, on which are the setters, where, hasking in the sun, may be found those old soldiers who are more content to repose with pipe and paper than to join their comrades beneath the trees or strolling around the grounds. First, and all important, is the military side of the house. Each inmate is always in uniform and army discipline prevails. All able-bodied men on the grounds salute their superior officers as they pass, and there are stated times for doing stated things, so that there must be absolute order. First, and all important, is the military side of the house. Each inmate is always in uniform and army discipline prevails. All able-bodied men on the grounds salute their superior officers as they pass, and there are stated times for doing stated things, so that there must be absolute order. At 5:30 in summer and 5:45 in winter the men turn out. After breakfast the men return to their barracks, make up their beds and put their things in order. Then, unless assigned to duty as room orderly or on guard mount, at which all in the barracks have to take their turns, the soldier is at liberty until tattoo at 6:30, when he must be on hand to retire when taps are sounded at 9. While at liberty during the day the soldier may leave the grounds by applying for a pass. He may secure a pass to remain outside the grounds not only for a day, but even for 90 days. If he so desires and his behavior has been good. There is but little restraint upon the men and they are practically as free as though they lived in their own homes. For those who prefer to remain within the grounds of the home there is much with which to drive away either discontent or ennui. Besides splendid libraries, where may be found not only books and magazines, but daily papers from different parts of the country, there is at each home an amusement hall where there are billiard and pool tables and many small tables for cards, checkers and dominoes. Another diversion is the band concert each afternoon. Another amusement and an important one is the theater. Each of the homes is equipped with a hall large enough to seat practically every inmate and at the end is a stage of generous size. Theatrical companies playing in nearby cities are engaged to give a "one-night stand" at the hall and the performance usually proves a great treat. In the seating of the veterans there is system exercised for the deaf and the dim-eyed are giv- --- the time limited by statute for beginning a prosecution. In discussing this objection, the Supreme court, in Wilson versus State, 56 Southern Reporter, 114, after holding that "a short time" might be taken in the connection in which it was used to refer to a period less than 12 months, said, by way of illustration: "The expression 'a long time' would refer to a very different period of duration and have a widely different meaning in measuring time when used by an archaeologist having reference to the en the first rows, then follow those less afflicted, so that all are given equal advantages as far as it is possible to arrange. In the vast amount of work to be done at the homes the inmates take their part and thereby earn a little extra for themselves, for the government pays them according to what they can do. Some of the homes have farms attached on which the men do considerable of the work. At other homes the men look after grounds, while at all of the homes there are those who act as guards or guides. The money they receive for their work is all extra, for they receive their pensions just the same, and they are at liberty to either spend their funds for luxuries at the commissary or rudes on the other side his body is borne to the chapel, a minister of his religion says the last rites over him and then, in a casket borne upon a coisson and escorted by a squad of men under arms, accompanied by a life and drum corps playing a dirge, he is given full military honors, including the rattle of muskets over his grave. The cemeteryes by the homes are growing each year, but every stone is a monument to a brave heart who gave his best years in order that the nation might endure. Memorial customs, introduced at the close of the Civil war, in compliance with plans made by Commander-in-Chief John A. Logan, will be observed this year in thousands of cities, villages and hamlets, the surviving veterans still taking a leading part in the exercises. It is they who have made the arrangements for the ceremonies; they will go early to the cemeteries and place blossoms upon the graves of their brother soldiers; they will constitute a mathetic and inspiring feature of the parade. Some day they will not be here to plan and execute for Memorial day. Some day they all will have gone into camp on the plains and in the cities of the dead. Some day a grateful public will look in vain for any of them in the parade. Then, what? Will the day and its beautiful, patriotic customs that were so dear to them, cease to be remembered and observed? Were that question submitted to the people today it is certain that the votes against remembrance and observance would be too few for enumeration. Some day they will not be here to plan and execute for Memorial day. Some day they all will have gone into camp on the plains and in the cities of the dead. Some day a grateful public will look in vain for any of them in the parade. Then, what? Will the day and its beautiful, patriotic customs that were so dear to them, cease to be remembered and observed? Were that question submitted to the people today it is certain that the votes against remembrance and observance would be too few for enumeration. The soldiers have led the way; they have shown the people how to plan and execute for a successful observance of the day. There have been not a few but thousands of deeply interested participants. All of the patriotic societies that have grown out of the Civil war are among them, and their members are numbered by the tens of thousands. Then there are the societies which have come into existence as a result of the revolutionary war, the war of 1812, the war with Mexico, the Spanish-American war and the Philippine insurrection. And these are not all. Millions of men and women who have come from the schools, and other millions of boys and girls now in the schools, would forbid a suspension of Memorial day observances. Pass the word along the thinning ranks of every veteran parade in the country they served so well that the custom initiated by them and their sleeping associates shall not be abandoned; that it shall be handed on from generation to generation. Taking Their Measure. "Do those people who moved into the flat across the hall seem to be desirable neighbors?" asked the man. "No," replied the woman. "I watched everything that came out of the moving van. They haven't a thing that we would care to borrow." --- send checks to their relatives great trouble that the commandants of the various homes have had has been the control of the soldiers who persist in patronizing the saloons that are to be found just beyond the gates, but, by vigilance, the old men are kept from getting into any trouble. When a soldier is stricken with illness he is sent to the hospital, where every possible attention *is given him. His diet is specially prepared to suit his needs and there is nothing too good for him. It might be added that the hospital is always well occupied, for there are many who are failing in health and strength and are patiently waiting the setting of the sun. When the last day has come and the soldier has gone to join his com- The Day of Memories The Day of Memories Taking Their Measure period of existence of the Egyptian pyramids, than when used by Carolina Governors with reference to the time between drinks." The court may be right, but probably the Governor of North Carolina measured time as recommended by the post who said: "We live * * * * in feelings, not in figures on the dial."—Colliers. Howard—Do you know any one who is satisfied with his present position? Coward—Tep—our hired man—at any rate, he never moves—Life Mrs. Jane Jackson of Gibson avenue, and Mrs. Margaret Redman of Strawberry avenues were called to Waynesburg the past week by the death of their brother, Wm. Workman. Mrs. Chas. Cox has returned to her home on Alyceworth avenue, a pleasant visit of four weeks with relatives at Baltimore and Washington, D. C. Clinton Skinner, Ulysses Walton and L. Jennings of Pittsburgh, attended the dance at Odd Fellows hall last week. Mrs. Emma Sly of Forest avenue, was called to Ohio the past week on account of death of her aunt. Lorenza Butler of North Lincoln street, is a patient at the City hospital suffering with stomach trouble. Mrs. T. J. Askew of South Franklin street, was called to Williamsport, Pa., last Saturday by the death of her cousin, Mia Flora Russell. Mrs. Guy Jefferson of Terrace avenue, who was taken ill last week while visiting in Pittsburgh, returned home on Monday much improved. Miss Cornelia Lewis of Linn avenue, was a Pittsburgh visitor last Sunday. Edward Gibson and David Mellontrée of Pittsburgh, were Washington callers last week. Mrs. Mary F. Crockett of East Walnut street, is able to be out again after being confined to bed two days the past week. The Famous Baker's Big Four still continue to be the star attraction among Washington countians. The past week they filled two engagements at Marianna and Bentleyville to crowded houses and are booked for return trips to those places at an early date. Geo. W. Derham of South College street, has the honor of being placed on the dollar-a-day pension list as provided by a recent act of Congress. Mr. Derham served bravely during the War of the Rebellion and justly deserves this provision from Uncle Sam. Mr. Derham while wearing the button of the Grand Army of the Republic of Finland body] 292. G. U. O. O.F. P. G. M. council] 233 and Washington Patriarchie 139. He also owns considerable property around Washington and has roared a family of six children, all educated in Washington schools and some holding responsible positions and all being a credit to their parents. These are the kind of citizens that count. Mrs. Nesley Thomas of Railroad street, met with a painful accident the past week by a box falling against her ear and making a severe cut. Mr. Derham attending the University of Pittsburgh spent last Sunday with his parents of South College street. Mrs. Keziah Wright, aged 52 years, a well known citizen of Washington, was found dead in her bed at her home on Forest avine, last Tuesday, heart failure being the cause of her death. She was the last member of the well-known Bolden family and is survived by three children, Lucy Wright and Mrs. Alice Brown of Washington and Mrs. Ella Diver of Canton, O., also several grandchildren. Rock Mul, of the post office force, has been on the sick list the last week. Alice Miss Christine Howard, who has been on the sick list the past week, has resumed her studies at school. About sixty friends and members of Washington Patriarchicle No. 139 attended the regimental sermon at Wheeling last Sunday. They returned in their special car on Sunday evening full of praises for the hospitality of the Wheeling people. A very successful musical and literary entertainment was given last Monday evening at the St. Paul A. M. E. church by the Coleridge-Taylor Musical club, for the benefit of the May rainy. Piano solos were played by Misses Isabel Askew, Araminta Banks, Eva Brooks, Ola Kisner, Lillian Payne, Helen Bush and Leonard Honesty, Jr. Baker's Big Four gave two selections. Miss Cary a reading; pleasing soles were sung by Miss Edna Walters, Res. W. E. Jefferson, Geo. Wicks and Thornton Brown; Miss Mary McGill gave a reading and/Rev. H. G. Hoe made an interesting address on "Our Young People." The program concluded with "one-act drama entitled "The Wooing of Jane," Mrs. John Cordeck took the role of Jane, Miss Louise Tance, the Jane's Aunt, Harry Baker, Mr. Thurston, the topper, Samuel Brooks, Jr., college boy "Bobby." Refreshments were served and a nice sum realized. The affair was in charge of Mrs. L. C. Honesty and she wishes to thank all persons who helped to make it a success. Next Sunday will be Cleaning Day and all who did not contribute the last Sunday in April, are expected to show up then. Rev. Butter will be home from general conference and will occupy his pulpit. The regular meeting of the Mite Missionary society was held on Tuesday evening at the home of Mrs. L. E. Asbury. The next meeting will be at the home of Mrs. T. B. Banks. Nazareth Baptist Church. The May fair held here last week was a decided success, a large sum was realized and much credit is due the ladies having the affair in charge, also to Rev. Hoeo who is always interested after the best interest of his flock, his church also entertained the General Allegheny Sunday school association. Tuesday and Friday of this next Sunday morning Rev. C. A. Moeer of Caronsburg and Rev. Hoeo will exchange pulpits. Everything to Nazareth is moving along until will no seek members at pres- Mr. and Mrs. Win Green of Allys- worth avenue, entertained Mr. and Mrs. John Morton of Pittsburgh, the last week. Mrs. Grimes will have an her guest Frank Mrs. Blanche Dillard of New Castle, who is corresponding secretary of the Pennsylvania Federation of Negro Women's clubs. An Unclean Meal Mamma Bookworm—Willa, you come right here and get cleaned. I never saw you so dirty. You've been eating through the pages of that divorce testimony, haven't you?—Pearl. One Cause or Failure. The man who has an exaggerated idea of his own importance generally is a failure because of his inability to get other people to accept his own estimate of himself. C. W. POSEY, President. H. E. RICKMOND, Secretary. R. L. VANN, Treasurer. MAIN OFFICE: 1209 Wylie Avenue. Telephones: 2169-J Grant and Hill $99-W. Published Every Saturday. 1209 Wylie Avenue, Pittsburgh. 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Any agent or official whose conduct is unbecoming or discourteous to our subscribers or advertisers will kindly report in writing to Pittsburgh Courier Publishing Company. WHAT NEXT? For the past fifty years we, as a race, have heard nothing from our white brother but the one exhortation, "buy property, own something," and following this suggestion the Negro has invested millions in the lands of the United States. In St. Louis, a Negro went forth to buy himself a home in his honest endeavor to elevate himself and his family, thereby measuring up to the requirements placed upon him by his white brother. He purchased a nice residence and took possession. Immediately his white neighbors began a tirade of abuse against him; and some one went so far as to place an internal bomb in the Negro's front yard, with the evident purpose of totally wrecking the home and its inmates. Another Negro, a physician, purchased a comfortable home in a desirable district and took possession. His white neighbors raised an objection to him, and some one proceeded to break into his house by smashing his front windows with stones. The purpose of this outrage is evident on its very face. In the face of the foregoing incidents, we ask what is the Negro expected to do? How is he to be expected to purchase property in accordance with the time worn injunction, when he has no protection in his rights to enjoy that property. How can we elevate ourselves, when the avenues to better and higher living are closed against us? The Negro who found the bomb in his front yard promptly reported to the police department of his city; the police took the machine and cast it in the nearby river, and thus ended the complaint of the Negro. The physician whose front windows were demolished has no redress. In each of these cases, the white man was the aggressor, drinking trouble to the very door of the Negro. Certainly we are not expected to submit to every insult without even asserting our rights as citizens. It is useless for these Negroes to attempt an adjustment of these insults by resorting to back yard quarrels; this method lowers the Negro to the level of his unlouch white neighbor. But something must be done. Even the smallest and weakest animal will fight when cornered, and the Negro may be expected to do likewise. The physician who used his revolver upon the fleeing miscreants found the little instrument decidedly effective. C. F. WELLER The loss of Mr. C. F. Weller from the work of the Associated Charities and city of Pittsburgh will be felt keenly by the Negroes generally. It is not often we have a white man who has the conviction of Mr. Weller and the manly courage to stand by those convictions. His services to the Associated Charities were felt even in the homes of the Negroes of Pittsburgh although no special department for us was created. More than once we have had expression from him on the race issue, and he has never deserted his first convictions that the Negro is entitled to his share of every agency created for the uplift of the whole people. We join in the high tribute recently paid him, and hope that his new field of labors will afford him an opportunity to continue his good work in our behalf. MORALS COMMISSION The City Councils has created what is known as the Morals Efficiency Commission, the duty of which is to investigate conditions and recommend remedies calculated to improve the city generally. The appointment of the members who are to serve on that Commission is with the Mayor, who, by the way, has already made his selection. In view of the fact that the Norroes pay more than a Million and Half Dollars in taxes right here in Pittsburgh, we feel that the Mayor might have given us some representation on so important a Commission. His failure to do so may be attributed to his personal opinion that the Norroes have advanced beyond the necessity of Commission work. If such is his opinion we beg to advise differently. We need help from every possible source, even from the Motors Commission. But the fact that there is no salary attached to the duties may lessen the ardor of our many friends who were aspiring for an appointment. For not even an expense account for postage is allowed: the Commission is a band of volunteers, whose time and means will allow them to enter into this gratuitous work without pay. Have we any Negro volunteers? WHAT OF OUR CLUBS? The various clubs operated by our good women throughout the city and county are to be reckoned among the many agencies for the uplift of the community, according to the classification of clubs as given in the Pittsburgh Spectator last week, when that publication issued what it proudly nominated The Club Number. Previous to the issue in question the Spectator announced that it would issue a Club Number which would contain a history of all the organizations of Allegheny county which were professionally working for the educational and civic uplift of the community. Not a Negro club was mentioned, nor was the good work being done by the Negro women even given attention; yet the issue was one giving the history of ALL ORGANIZATIONS of Allegheny county. Whether this failure to give us a place was an oversight, and we really do not care whether it was, one thing is certain, few persons acquainted with the organization work among the Negro women will take the Club Number of the Spectator seriously; for the limitation of the editor's information on the subject of clubs is too apparent for comment. Nor are we discouraged because we are not considered as an agency for good in this community. Our work will speak louder in the coming generations than the columns of the Spectator; and in the happiness of this thought, we shall plod right along. Every State is doing it now—voting for Roosevelt. Judging from the reports coming from the General Conference, those newly elected Bishops can truly sing: "Sure, I must fight to win the prize and sail through bloody seas." LOCAL NEWS LOCAL NEWS H. A. Boyd of Nashville, Tenn. spent Thursday in this city on his way to Cincinnati. Mr. Boyd is a trusting young business man of Nashville and connected with a book concern there. Rev. P. A. Scott, pastor of Bethel A. M. E. church will be home for Sunday and conduct services. Bishop Heard of Africa, will preach at 11 o'clock. Rev. A. Markland Taylor comes to us highly recommended and we wish for him every possible courtesy while he is in our city. Mrs. Elizabeth Kelly left on Saturday night for an extended visit in Maywood, Ill. The management of the Coleman Home have rented a house near the present Coleman. Home to be known as the Coleman Annex. The object of this annex is to be used for sick boys in the home and tuberculosis cases as they cannot secure proper permanent medical attention otherwise. They have a nurse in charge and when it is once in good running condition will be a Goose-send to the boys of this institution. Memorial sermon of the Camp 15, Sons of Veterans, will be preached by Rev. P. A. Scott at the Wylee avenue, on Sunday, May 26 at 7:45 p.m. The G. A. R. and the Clerks and the Ladies Auxiliary of the camp and the camp members are requested to meet in the Sunday school room of the church at 7:30 sharp. to attend the services and the public is invited to be present. Mr. S. A. Coleman of Coleman House, me with a painful accident while attempting to mount his bicycle. He fell and severely sprained his leg from which he is slowly recovering. Wm. Linear of Steubenville, O., visited his daughter, Mrs. Geo. Johnson. Irwin West was in Steubenville last week. "Sixth and Seventh Books of Moses," "Albertus Magnus," "Long Lost Friend" at Mount's Old Book Shoppe, 626 Penn avenue. No more up-to-date druz store, managed and financed by young colored men can be found, not only in Pittsburgh, but over the country in general, than the one "just opened" this week at corner of Wylie and Francis street, known as "Central Pharmacy." See their ad. Joseph H. Evans, son of Dr. Brush-Evans of Washington, D.C. is in the city guest of Chas. Fisher, Wylie avenue. Mr. Evans is a graduate of University of Michigan and has been elected to the Phi Beta Kappa fraternity. Mr. and Mrs. Layon Morris of Edgeworth, were callers on the North Side last week. Mrs. Thomas Hicks and children of Edgeworth, Pa. called on their parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. S. Williamson of the North Side, last week. Mrs. John M. Palmer and sons were callers on the North Side last Sunday. Mrs. Katie Jenkins of Pittsburgh last last week for Chicago where she intends to spend the summer. Mr. and Mrs. Ellsworth Strothers and son Ellsworth of the North Side, left on Saturday for Chicago, where they will make their home. Joseph Mahoney was in New Castle attending the musicals given by Mrs. Dr. Frank F. Bishop Surgeon Dentist GAS 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—Daily—9 a. m. to 2 p. m. 5:30 p. m. to 9 p. m. Sunday. 2 p. m. to 4 p. m. Bertha Godfrey-Mittchell. Miss Sara Writt, Neison Artis and Arthur Boyd took part in the program and were highly appreciated. John R. Gates was visiting relatives and friends in Phillipsburg, Pa., last week. Louis Davis spent a few days last week in Brownsville, Pa., his former home. D. A. McPherson of Monongahela spent Friday in this city. Mrs. Owen is visiting her sister, Mrs. Russell Wayne, in South Sharon, Pa. Be in business. The Thomas T. Jackson Agency, 806 Wylie avenue, wants agents throughout the state. Rev. T. E. Wilson was in McKeesport last Wednesday. Ernest Green spent Monday in Butler, Pa., visiting friends. Edward Austin is the guest of Mrs. Jackson and family in St. Charles street, Butler, Pa. Miss Adelia Harris was visiting Mrs. Reese of Scottdale, Pa., last week. Are you going to the annual Waiters' sermon at the Warren M. E. church, to be delivered by their new pastor, Rev. C. Y. Trigg, Sunday afternoon, May 20, at 2:29 o'clock. A music. program will be one of the features of the affair. Come one, come all. Money to loan. Houses to let Fire insurance. See Frazier & Brown, 6231 Penn avenue, city. Mrs. John Locks, Mrs. Wm. Ford, Mrs. John-Gray, Mrs. Albert Banks, Mrs. Mamle Freeman, Mrs. Christiana Brown, Randolph Gathrie, David Wright and John Curtis of this city, the house guests last Sunday of Mrs. Frank Coleman of Wheeling, W. Va. Rev. P. A. Scott will leave Kansas City, Mo., where he has been attending the A. M. E. General Conference for two weeks past, Wednesday night after the ordination of the four new bishops. If you want to help the race and the success of the Courier, by which we can give employment to more of our boys and girls, patronize our advertisers and tell them you read their ad in our paper. If this paper continues to grow and receives the loyal support of the race it deserves we expect to take steps within a year to place on the Hill a printing plant that will be a credit to our people. "Watch the Courier grow." Mrs. Lottie Sluby of Canonsburg. Ph. spent Thursday in the city attending the fair at Wylie avenue church. Mrs. Mollie Gibson of Connellville. The cent rally for the Negro Turbousos Hospital League of Western Pennsylvania. Sunday and Monday, June 9 and 10, at John Wesley A. M. E. Zion church, Arthur street. The president, Mrs. L. Gamble, and the Willing Workers of the league are making an effort to raise $100. The committee has arranged a grand program for the afternoon of the 8th of June 9 and 10, at John Wesley A. M. of June at said church. The public will be favored with a new feature, the Euclid A. M. E. church orchestra, on Sunday, 3 p.m. On Monday evening there will be a grand musicale, and Rev. Dr. G. B. Howard will be speaker of the evening. Mrs. Fannie E. Wing, a trained nurse o. Philadelphia, is in the city the guest of May M. Gatewood, 29-0 Vera street. See Frazier & Brown's Employment Bureau to secure a position. Mate's and female help supplied. Frazier & Brown, 6231 Penn avenue. Bell phone 5927 Highland. Mrs. Jennifer Ford of Midwood street, who underwent a very serious operation at the Homeopathic hospital, Center avenue, is doing as well as could be expected. The Hannibal Lodge No. 33 K. of P. initiated some new members last Saturday night. C. W. Cook was the Kop who installed them. Memorial services. May 26, at the Wyle avenue Church, 7:15 p. m. Gen. orders. No. 1: Gen. J. B. Swetzer Camp No. 25 S. of V. and Gen. Frank Sutton brigade and the Boys' Brigade are to report in line at 8:30 a.m. on May 30 to participate in the gen. parade. Line moves promptly at 9 o'clock from Federal and Stockton avenue, North Side. Reassemble at 12:30 p. m. at the North Side Odd Fellows held to complete the orders of the day. S. A. Corbitt, commander. George P. Johnson of 207 Hemlock street, North Side, is improving from a serious attack of pneumonia. He wishes to thank his many friends for their kindness during his illness. Five contests rally for the Negro Tuberculosis hospital league of Western Pennsylvania, Sunlay, June 6, 1912, at the John Wesley church, Arthur street. This is a worthy cause. Miss. Sidney J. Davis is spending Saturday and Sunday in Vanderbilt and will take an active part in religious services while there. David E. Ellis has returned life and has been out of the city for a few days owing to the death o. his sister Mae. Maze on Ellis, at Jeffersonville, Ind. Captain C. W. Posey hurt his foot the past week and is at present somewhat disabled. If we had more colored men in business like Mr. W. H. Thompson, who keeps a grocery store at 2005 Wylie Avenue, which is a credit to the race to advertize in the Courier, we could let our readers know what our people are doing. He carries a neatly ad and pays for it in advance, showing his faith and confidence in the man back of the Courier, who have all made good, and deserve your cooperation in giving to Pittsburgh a real newspaper, and nothing but an earthquake can stop its progress and the moulding of public sentiment for our betrayment. If you are knocking the Courier, it is useless, but give us a helping hand and we may be able to help you some day. Who can tell? Everybody is doing it. What? Why reading the Courier. Madame Azalia Hackley arrived in the city on Tuesday. She will remain here for some time arranging for her return concert which will likely O in greatest demand; but, to make a providing choice for every woman an avantage of this exceptional suit off suits from our stock, which we regu Creditable representatives of the both plain Street Suits and Dressy Suits Cutaway Jacket Suits and other styles. tractiveness of the varied types is more regular stock suits. Workmanship is s diversified, providing several exclusive m ly. This suit offer is most extraordinar it as such. BARGAINS—TUB DOUBLE "S. & H." GREEN STAMPS EVERY DAY. 8 A.M. to 11 A.M. JUST O Central R 2701 Wylie Avenue Everything in the Drug Line. tered Pharmaci UST OPENED Rural Pharmacy Ville Avenue, Cor. Francis St. The Drug Line. Store in charge of Regis- ered Pharmacists At All Hours Central Pharmacy W. L. Phillips, Ph. G., Mgr PHONES: Bell, 9125 and 9126 Schenley—P. & A. 2933 Main be given at Carnegie hall, Pittsburgh, the last week in June or first week in July. By advertising in the Courier the Household Furniture Store, 908 Penn avenue, has shown their liberal spirit and that they appreciate your trade. They have everything you need to furnish your house and at their prices offered and credit terms extended, are attracting many customers to their big six-story building. Give them a call and tell them you read their ad in our paper. John R. Pulpress was in Oberlin recently enjoying the sights. Wray Banks of University of Pittsburg spent Thursday evening as the guest of Miss Venzella Newom of Seickwik. Homewood. Miss Emily, L. president and directress, has hearsing the young ladies—for the past month, and great credit for the manner conducted the club and for patience. Boys' Glee Club. Hold their monthly last at the Mrs. T. M. Selers. The crowded and quite a neat realized. Boys' Brigade. Rev. J. T. Watt will preach sermon to the Boys' B. the Homewood A. M. E. Zion on Sunday, May 26. Gorald Jendings and family Master William Strange of 202 Hemlock street, North Side, has returned home from Store college to spend his four month's vacation with his parents and friends. Dr. C. H. Carroll will deliver a lecture at Brown's Chapel church, June 6, subject, "The essential elements of the home." Miss Josephine Washington of Connellsville, spent Sunday here visiting friends. THE GIANTS BEAT SPRING HILL The Giants continue to win. Banks Hall and Rea were the stars. In the fifth, after Walton had flied out, Watt- son gets a hit over short, then Banks delivers the ball to the fence for two bases, scoring Watson, and a moment later store third and on a wild heave stored the winning run. The pitching of Hall and Rea was gilt-edged, as was the fielding of Spring Hill. Score: Giants— R. H. P. A. E. Brown, m 0 0 1 0 Lee, 3 0 1 0 2 Russell, 2 0 1 1 0 Harris, 1 0 0 7 0 Walton, s 0 0 1 3 1 Watson, 1 1 1 2 0 Banks, p 1 1 1 0 0 S. Hail, p 0 0 3 0 H. Hail, c 0 0 11 0 OBITUARY R. H. P. A. E. Spring Hill— R. H. P. A. E. Gimper, c 0 1 6 2 1 Bever, r 0 0 1 0 0 Batmbach, s 0 0 2 5 1 Walk, r. 1 0 12 1 0 Sheeh, m 0 0 1 0 0 Meltz, 1 0 1 0 0 Becker, 1 0 1 2 0 Brown, 3 0 1 1 * Rea, p 1 1 4 4 0 Total 1 3 24 15 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 9 R. Giants 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 Spring Hill 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 1 Two base hits—Banks) Rea, Struck out—Hall, 14; Rea, 6. Base on balls —Hall, 1; Rea, 2. Stolen bases— Banks, Meltz. The Giants will play Sterling of Allegheny and Washington County league Saturday at Beau'ah park. Homewood Notes Miss Carrie Tertell is ill with tonsolitis. Elizabeth, the infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Draper, is ill with chicken pox. Mrs. Nora Calender is yet reported very ill. The Junior Missionary society will staze a 3-act drama on June 6, entitled "After the Game." Tickets are now on sale. Admission 15 cents; really worth 26 cents. This has promised to be the best drama ever staged in THE COURIER STORE OPEN EVERY EVENING --- SALE OF WOMEN'S SUITS in greatest demand; but, to make a full range of larger sizes thus providing choice for every woman and miss who desires to take advantage of this exceptional suit offer (we are adding about 200 suits from our stock, which we regularly retail at $20 and $25). Creditable representatives are the authentic Spring Tailormade in both plain Street Suits and Dressey Suits, including Norfolk. Straight and Cutaway Jacket Suits and other styles. Being simple the individual attractiveness of the varied types is more pronounced than is usual in the regular stock suits. Workmanship is superior, materials and colors are diversified, providing several exclusive models that you will like immensely. This suit offer is most extraordinary; come tomorrow, we will prove it as such. WHY PAY MORE We have bought a line of Spring and early Summer samples, embracing about 310 Suits. In this assortment are the ordinary sizes that are Women's, Misses' and young Girl's Washable Summer dresses—all popular in light and dark colors. Selected assortments in tailored and trimmed Dresses priced for tomorrow, Friday and Saturday. Homewood. Miss Emily Lewis, the president and directress, has been rehearsing the young ladies—a club for the past month, and deserves great credit for the manner she has conducted the club and for her time and patience. Boys' Glee Club. Held their monthly reception on Friday evening last at the home of Mrs M. Selcrs. The house was crowded and quite a neat sum was realized. Boys' Brigade. Rev. J. T. Wheat will preach the annual sermon to the Boy's Brigade at the Homewood A. M. E. Zion church on Sunday, May 26. Gerald Jennings and family moved to Latrobe, Pa. on Wednesday, where they have purchased a farm. Mrs. Lillian Parrish visited Mrs. Harry Draper on Tuesday, enroute to Cumberland, Md., where she will visit her parents. Mr. and Mrs. J. Norton visited friends in Wheeling, W. Va., on Sunday. Everybody is going to the Homewood A. M. E. Z church on Thursday night. May 24, to hear one of the best programs ever rendered in Homewood. Mrs. William Merrison has secured some of the best talent of Pittsburg for that evening. All who come will get a royal treat. Admission 15 cents. Proceeds for benefit of trustee board. The Warneias met at the home of Miss Nielie Holiday on Friday evening. The evening was spent in music. The hostess served a very elaborate luncheon. Mrs. Forbush and daughter, Miss Hazel Fogush, were visiting the at the home of Mrs. and Miss Lucie Saunders on Thursday. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Holmes had an elaborate six o'clock dinner Sunday in honor of Miss Lucie Saunders. Miss Ethel McDonills and George Holmes at their residence on Duquesne avenue. OBITUARY Jeffersonville, Ind. May 3, 1912. Now Mazelvita Ellis have left us. To mourn your loss with aching hearts. We bid you farewell, dear classmates. Although the pain is like a dart. We here to meet you in that blessed city. Where friends and loved ones never part. On Monday's morning, May 1 at 2 o'clock, our dear beloved classmate departed this line. Hawin finished her course in the high school in the year of 1910, she among others seemed to try to abide by and understand thoroughly her class motto. The Useful, Mazelvia has had only two years to make good the motto, but if God had been willing to spare her with us two more years we are all sure she would have shown her class, school and all with whom she was acquainted that our motto was her motto in every respect. We will miss Mazelvia here at home, also in our class at Normal. Yet knowing that God is just and he doeth all things for the best, we shall try to willingly give her up. Dearest Mazelvia thou hast left us and our loss we deeply feel. Inspire Upon Unharmedness. A Cincinnati man found nine pearls worth $100 each in a single oyster. But some folks will continue to kick about the high price of food.—Pittsburgh Gazette. THE BANK The Largest Colored Grocery, Meat and Provision Store in Pittsburgh. We Succeed Because We Strive To Please. NOW IS THE TIME NOW IS THE TIME To order your spring and summer garments. 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Hellace St. Pittsburgh. Courier Desirable Houses FOR Desirable Tenants Nicely furnished rooms for respectable men. Central y. located. 1012 Wylie avenue. Rates reasonable. Old established house. Mrs. Ada Palmer Proprietress. Rooming Centrally located and doing a good business. Well furnished. Best of reasons for selling at great sacrifice. Inquire at once. 1012 Wylie avenue. Two 3-room summer camps on a farm; reasonable rent; garden produce, also milk and butter at reasonable prices. for information address Mrs. C. P. Wingh, Box 219 Parnassus, Pa. ‘SOCIETY SATURDAY, MAY-25, 1912. (EDITED BY ELIZABETH JONES.) prize was won by Sirs. Wim. Br-"e anc Rash Doughterty.. The decorations ere beantifu:, ineuding wlirs, pron ies and bridal wreaths. A daint’ appoiiied luyheon was sotted. Those Present were: Mr. and Mrs) Wm —Prieg, Mr. andeMrs, Geo. Treman, Mr. and” Mrs. Gene Lewis, Mise » Mar: Cole, Miss Ada Jones, Mr. and Mrs H. 3. Brown, Miss Katherine Jones Mr. -and Mrs, Frank Steward, Mis: ~Elizaberh Jones. Miss Duckett, Mis: F. Robiagon, Mrs. Anna Vactor, Mr and Mre's:lvester Jones, Antzon} Perpener, Edzar’ Bartielomew, Rusi Dourberse. ir. Franklin, Pendsieon fWashinxten, Z ‘Announcement. ‘ One of the fashionabie events for Jeneelil Ue the marriage on the 22: of Miss Ida .Beil Tyler and James 2A. -Milligan, 10 take place 1, the res: dence of Sir. and Mrs. J. 5. Patton 2926 Orbin strey Mrs. Patton, also Bre. €. G Tastortige slgrers of Miss ee ~~ ‘A seception for Pastor. 7 The membrs of Bethany Baptist church in Homewood gave a recep: tion to Rev. G. W. Kilgore in honor 6 his.fornal reception into the ¢laurch as their pastor. Rev. Ernest Hail was muster of ceremonies and made -eicquent and spicy remarks throygh- out the affair. Attorney Ho'mes made ‘the address of welcome Sa a mas‘erly manner. Miss Elizabeth Jones spose. ‘by Feqpest. on “Phasts of Settlement UWork." An e’aboraie luncheon was ‘served by the ladies of the church. The decorations were .in green and plak, carried out in lerge bouquets Of cazpaticha, also palms and ferns. + Mudicale and- Literary recital to be "given at Gracé Memorial Presbyterian ‘church on Monday evening. May 27, under te auspices of the Westmins- ter auxiliary, whicb promiges to be.a very enjoyable affair. The program includes Miss Katheteen Brown, reader, who will be well” remembe=- ed for her fine renditions by all who attended the Girl's recital at Uaion Labor Temple last, June: Miss Grace Pitts, soprano; Miss Leia Simmons, Pianist; Miss " Maty, Cole and Miss Cara‘ Zilli, “decompantst The Alpha, String quartet, which is com- of Fred Hawkins, Harry Wat- tre, Hdzar Dickson and Wiliam An- dercon, all weil known, and Robert A. Lewis, aritone. Mrs.’S. Scott, pres Hent: Mrs, Mayme Morgan, secre tars: Robert “A. Lewis, manager, and Revo. H.Trusty, D. D., pastor. In Honor of Their Daughter. Ret, and 3irs. J. FE. Morns of Rrad- dock. entertained in houcr ef iheiz divest, Miss Irene, Wednesdas Seveumns. sho gradimt-d from the Tih school Friday evening. Music iad gumes were the azatisements. Mos Moris .reveived a numdr of Beautfal and ysetuh presents. A feasts apigted Rmgheoa was serve © . ; Nes flelen, Brown the Iyrte sopra: ne sinzer ingShe Presaytevian quar- it at Grace Memorial church attract eof no-Litke attention’ by her sweet fice vole Sunday morning in the renuer “Coasider the “Lillies,” $0 Fonusifulls rendered by the encize Gaaitet, Thes aie working fard alone Tntisica’ iis and the singizp retlecte Speer ss in a. pleasing manner. North Side Choral Club. © + The Nowh Side Chorai elu will sive # concert Thesday eveniag, May 28. at Ewetid AL MoE church,” Jeseut Regt Waller, condastor. Garden Party. The garden party 10 te bed_at the Peano et 1K Walttest. Sesae femana wives t, bp thw Cineizy efib, is Dera sire werthy purpose amd it is hoped the public will resyoad Perak Bo osvive ter the hgh Mit a pret Atm dist (¢ enneunsement cards went ng tras in the mais, Ther ‘eke this rato in worst ing tie pe. Me, BWoietneon, presto, The meishale and Ieay re ital to be given Mombay evereta, Many oh. at Gries Mem cial Gaaea iy Arie tect. pomiies to beg! Wiitiant at fale de we as an datelietta treat. Mie Kativeen Town is a toured aud snacetil arisi, The iehowine from the Caristan Advacate speaks for ier ia to UBeeiaia terms 0: pris: "Miss Hrown who is a send Gite w the Env rs0n Co! wae Of Une Ter, Hosttggg Matssctc teste. as BEC Seopa Me iso some Ske Mas Gaicred, Wevever, die seven and thied tite eg qieh aipearace. Hive citht impersopations were er fine, | We hase bode: beard at reel er wig teed mose atts ard cairm aad rea, ability than Miss. roam, Si farly 120k Cie auilence OT ite feet hes she reversed foxy CEM omper gonation id eave at dosmatie sc from Fuikeswares “Herve at Je lew” | The porte ef New GzToans were ebe raet charm di wih “Miss / Brown hah becarse pf ho wins pers tality cand her 220 rden STye gehers aie Cowie Gould, Wa. arf cope, Cole. C22 Head ae gar Lewnded, Jared Aror, Wan 1k, mond and Wr, Parr. cA rpie eaticled "Who W.E Me Qu en erupl stay wt be sium a the War | ren \M. B. ehtrehe May oh by they Foling cits of the Sahhath sche sb 25 | Gor the dizect.on of Misses No Make! and N. Met ard. A Me gfaatgvrnne with the soune folks, Mm songs ant Petarehs is anteiced Miss Sidnev J. Daves. fa Ser [Oper Jar Jecture, “Courtship 71d Marviace.” wilf be thé attraction cf the evening Ai,the May fair in she Danviag otk at Duqueme, Thursday nighSJMar 2°. ‘The pfosram will be in charge 0! the ‘Missionary circle. Fair and Musicaic” : ‘The May fair and musical enter- talument will be given at Ogden aud!- fortum, Wwerett street, Thursday, May 3”, for the venefit of Fairfax Babies’ Home, Meals from 1 a. m. unt 2 p.m. Good music will be Hirnisied. Ten bows of amusemeni for tae ;arng folks. Admission 25 cents, A,B, does, seerstars: A. W. Reed, ceneral mnanaser. This ‘s a cause that should appea: to every chatizab.y disposed person it Pines: burg and vicinity Entertained the C!ub. Mre. Arthur Ta:tor of Wrile avenue erent the So-Re-iit club-az the Eeidencw of Mrs. Wisiam Gatewood in Aiken avenue “ith an elahorate course “dinner. Covers were laid tor 12a Place cards wete clover blossoms. The same color scheme cf pink and green was carried out in the entire d-corations, a larre center piece with pink and white carnations was used. The honor west was Mrs. Jackson. Ti dinner wade feature of a verr pleasant social mexting of the club. Women’s Clubs ‘ ees NOTICE. ke |. To sil Weman’s Chbs “in Pitts puzh: Please send in a stazemeni fanswering the following quest:ons congerning Your. club: | Name of (end) Name o: Presidents Obiect 0: teinb, “Work acconiplished Dy the I etud in a vers short sketch. Addvess Miss Eizabeth Joaes, 12-0 Welle ave ‘nue, care Courivr office. | The So-Rélit cud has taken up the work of assisting the Pittsburgh Ma. jternity Tispensazy. The cleo will | sive relia: to the colored mothers’ who | need the sertice of ihe dispensury. To | thevend a bene nite given at che |Washingion park in June at which time a umber of folk dances wiil be | civen by sistecn sitt 2 girls, The clu’ | asks the public to respond (0 x this worthy’ cduse. Orchestra in attend- jenge. Tickets can be had from any of the clih’ members for thirty five |cents. Besides this the club has as- | sumed the work.of clothing a girl of ‘twelve, sent to Berean school at Phil adelphia, oy the Juvenile court of Piutsburgb. The Id:ewild Social,club met at {ne residence of Mrs. M. Bookers, G19 Duff street. May 15, with the president, Mrs. R. Stewart presiding. After the jusual transaction of business a vers Interesting pape wag listened 0 bs Miss E.G. Viner, Some very inter- esting reniarks were listened to by Mrs. M. M. Broker, soto by Mrs. Far- tie Freen, select reading. fuil of inter- jest by Mrs. L. Goggins. A dainty luncheon was served by the hostess. "Next meeting at the residence of Mrs. AM. P. Boyl, 512 Harvard street, East End. : | Cards have bean issued for a sitaw- Ruerzy sucial to be given at the resi- duce of Miss Marian Niehotas, 124 Lincoin avenue, Fast End. by tne Sen- jor class of St. Augustine's Episcopa Mission on Friday evening, May 31. for the benefit of the Mission Bistid Hing 1nd, Vane + Tie Board of Manazers of the Pavid Home and Lay Nursers wilt bold their @nuial doration day ex june 27. a. wate time they are tring 1) raise two hundred doi.ars to assist “hem it paving off the morizaze og their prop ers, Donations o: any kind will ue thankfully received. All charitable clubs and religious organizations ar: requested to take part in this donatien day. Avgrand milinery social he'd at the reidetive of Mrs. Beulah Adams, 42 Somers street, Ma: 20; by the Laties of the Missionary Circle of Macedonia Baptist church, The ladies are re: Guested to: bring hais and trimmings aud the gentlemen are to dries tne bats, . "This will tet the jadies sev whut the men can do along te de nrestie Line sincs women are <0 ruyd iy tasing their piaces, voting, pulsi and Clvit offices, e.2, Adwission 1 all i cemyg, including “anc, A whist was ghen by the Misses (arite and-Bisie Gleke:s09 on Menday evening, May 25. iz konor of Leroe Wittrars, one ei Swickiey s immst papier Seune men ca view of als eAris Griaitire to tre east. Sx Yibles Sate in bee dnd the kodors were won by Miss Fisher aid Mr. iss et. Othe: Natures or the evening Wate Resttt monaleels: tions by Mrs. Aide Barks aad Les Cars Gilserseaz vocal se iections uy Miss “Veaus.ta Newsom. James hevnolds vad Wi liam Ball, Tite coer seems in the devorations wer White aad gprs. A Wed appamied At the Ararat BapJRt chuich cn Monday evemiie arn the meet? Of the Tete uit fete Somvey a de date between Mrs IL. Rosie 0. Pann avenayand Us. Caren of Franksoun create, OM The Sb Weman's Right to Vere” was sn ty Mys. Bollhaes The Women's “Missionary cli, of Rome! A. M.E. chutrea met Thursdas, Mar Is, at the resideace of the sec Ptact, Mis, Jit G.oson, 18 S.lvanta Ieenie Teese was 2 splendht at fe dates ated oko BOS member va added ia the To", Arrangements sre Conljeeted fOr the jeanat uur att: in face that fe take pace a? Cth AMOK ecuvch ander th deapace of tae Gi cus, Tatnch Wening, Juae % aso the 1Q'y, Sun day evening, dene eat whica tame Madstice Opiveiia, Hell w2ls render se? oral of her eal = 2 lettione, | Tins! hostess served a elociny hunea, Tse way wil test Thursday. Jane 1. ac the seadente of Mrs, Virzinia Alon Susq?cdwntna ste t, Homewout Eas! Ena. Married Lgdivs’ Autuma Leaf clit me; ia the Some ef Mrs. Lucile Lew: te at8t Broad erect. Tanrsdas and (he wekors were aizhly’ entertaines ve the discussion on “Women's 12 Mure Over Men” A wel appointed Wine eh wae sere, Ritenesia: Chureéhen: Gone, ‘The Church of the Madonna ce:n Guardia at Genoa. Italy. bas collapse:!, az, in Rs fall, demovished the adja: cent historiéal Church of San Stétano, where ChristopherCommbus was bay tised. : Game APlenty. ; It, as an American hunter of b's game has demosstrated, baif-bred mib- tifts-poseéss he courage to face and fight Mons, whfy go all the way to Africa to hunt? There are plenty of dogs at home—Cincinnat! Times-Star. Br. C. YW. Butler DENTIST IS NOW LOCATED AT 6258 FRANKSTOWN AVE, E. E Near Broad Street Bell Phone 1997-R, Hig land. eq ae A Xibe fot cage Cee a ee FAST iihisctac ela ram 7) foetiee cance aie tes, SOSSURCET ERCPESSATENUR scree, J. B. DAVIS FUNERAL DIRECTOR, 2154 Wylie Avesue. Open Day and Night. P. & A. Phone 4771-F. | OUR SPECIAL CONTRACT. One iundred and twenty-Ave dollars (2125.00) Funeral for One Hundred Dollars 1 FiWii.i(tn, consisting ot Casket, Grave, Embalmnz. Shroud ‘Hearse and Four Carriages) with Crepe and Groves furnised. & ior On Hundred Do lars, Sbippiaz 0 ai! points a specia.ty. OUR SERVICE GUARANTEED. Pc em Learn to be a nice and gracstul dan= er. You are ret tco old. You are not too young. Prof. Crockett wili teach you private. Address ROSS GROCKETT, 611-12 2154 Wyle Avtnune. * WANTED _ A live Agent. in Sewickley. ‘Write for particulars. Manager TANI AND TOURING CAR SERVICE Che Marrelle SWETHOMAS, Prop, 25.N. Indiana Ave., Atantic City, ¥. J. 307 ELLSWORTH STREET N, S. Pittsburgh, Pa. Express and Storage General Hauling and Package Deslv- Sry. Baggage called for and del. ered to all batts of the city. 3 oe? 208.) Cedar, Bell. fue E. North Diamond St. sf2v-12 N.S. Pittsburgh. Pa. ATTENTION When on Webster Avenue, Don't Fail. TO VISIT Smith’ S mith’s Grocery Store The only co'ored grocery on Weds: ter avenue, where “the prices are Fight. We handie a fell and com- plete tine of fancy and staple gro. Stee. Goevs devered to any Fart ct the ety. PGA, Tel, 4291 F WILMER H. SMITH. Proprietor 2512 Webster Avenue. SEE en wri eNOE. The Place To Eat | J. R. AUL 6320 Penn Avenue. East End. James A. Blue 4222 Wylie Avenue. Pittsburgn. Pa. GET IT’ FROM W. L. Webber Druggist 2450 Wylie Avenue Corner Junilla Street Pittsburgh, Pa. THE COURIER. ! | ‘Decoration Day Of hundreds: fs of beautiful ge ere Hats. in Qu goere tniae cnio, MAS and Fancy Qaeeeee- PS crarce. Penta: trimmed in AR aes . Maline. Ss) QBS A Flowersand et Fancy a coe 3 bon Bows. > aa } $1.50 -s55V ‘And your cholee of great variety of newly dna pretiity coined Larger Me: dium and Small Hate, Sailors and Tur. tara for ladies, micies and entlaren; reidiar price $1.50 to $30.09 at Sly etree OOC dust the Hat for Dress andy 7s, Outing wear Bavd a Another lot es of trimmed i\ealievag ats Cerbies. Tur pee CRO bane and Sei (Qa ors on sale to- Spey seg morrow. Ei 25c OKs Hundreds have: been sold inthis great sae anc ethers have been put in Sreir plates. "Nos. 28 and 30 FIFTH STREET. ‘tne House With the White afd Blue toue Whectric Sign. store Ghee Until 10 eelock Saturday | oetvighe. THUM’S DOPE Walter Brown, well-knewn young man of the hill and lately employed by E. K. Thumm fs advised by his doctor to £9 to the mountains for his health, We ail wisb good trip and perfect recovery. Charlie Cook, clerk at Thumm s, was going to be an umpire in the O. & P. league last Saturday, butchis pass did not arrive and Chas, failed to re port at Steubenville. K. of P. kad a'fine turnout Sunday. some well-known church members sere among the, walkover, shoe shin- ers. Mr. Moses Buford was in the par- ade and he sars Dr. Holden of the North Side preached the best sermon he ever head. Moses ouzht to/know. He knows the gospel off the heart. If you want to see Moses call at Thamm and asx for him. : Charie Cook, the wel-known K. of P. wishes to state in this column of the Courier, I could not attend to thanksciving sermon at Bethel M. E. church Sunday. 1 had to work. Broth er K,, of 2, you all did show up fine when you passed the store. torer Whie is work.nz every day No Hamp jot tor kim. Walter Sianch, the welb-know® bean man yf tae hi, Was in one place 4 teats, bat Be inoved last week, ey snare below, See Walters, SS Ivete iS new in the restauraunt Misiness. He Is doing fina, Al Kunis of eutings qa he had at Bis Phar Sterling BascbaT team of the Nerti Side wil crovs bats with the Clay Gians at Benlan pars on Saturday, Game zalled at 3220 p.m. Cyrland Smirk is now working at E.R. Thumm's pool room. Horry Ruien, Sam Prehitsky, Jase Lovison, &. K. Thtmm and Charles Cox had tie new automobile out last Tuesday evening. They went out to sew te “Creus, What Rubes we were. 1; vou want to get the bail scare @atiy or Sanday call 1507 Main, 99% Gait: daily or Sunday. Aw \ Washington ig now head jan: hee att K. Thamm’s. li Musty O'T90e is worth $25.00", wontos Sei Hal worth? Ask Gurri- son, th. sveretaery of the Giants. BELLEVUE eeiSynais. SRSRREN Thopertlens were wah aiended al foes Sanday at Mi. Zion Naptise neck. Rev. Simpson comlucted’ the re wgines = oleb of Mt, Zion Rap: visto; uth ce jrranging for a chicken lisa r en May Sat the residenc ol Sis. dgia Seer. for the benefit of the Seo. Sutday is Missionary day at theeina. Ail are weleme. aus Exina 2 Mooze sas a wewsant wor Sails atternoon in Baevae. So Gykel ca Mis. Elizabeth’ Thor: fe Mrs. Andrew Sweets and Mrs, Ia Kees Sirs, Nuanie Banks was a'so a poeasnat elise in Be ievae Ist Stn doe venin Mr. and Mrs. Spencer Hargo of Fast End were the house guests of Mr. and Mis. BM. Thompson on Sundiy Miss Minnie Reed of Pacific ave ase Ailanic City, is visiting friends th iota vit iu a few weeks. Mrs Anni> Msjor, Miss Julia Led- he Eiward EEiott and Me. Fair wore curitace | at dinner af the home of Me wad Mrs, Eliott Bennet Aitrew Sweets os home from the Luepi a’. He fs dofag nicely fae reperted that Mrs, David Reis is Eetting atong as wel as can be Paperted. Mie Murearce Dilsworth bas not holy Var we P for the last wee’ The seat grand rally and forward musGemr nt now om at Central Baptist God. ln GB. Howard, paster, be. gina s Sanday night, May 24. and Gyine senday, June Za” All cords nvite! Sermons Ly the fellow ni dutines and masi¢ by their choirs: fr 1) Petersoa Dr. RC. Fox, Dr Wot hea Dr BOA. Scott. Dr, HW cyle ianl Do JH, Holder.” Tacs: (Se i2 sith ther choirs will appear SVL - Gober above mentioned |“ A¢ fewer e bo Hea. W. M, Randolph. W. fo Sarts J WoHomes, 3 OW Goose MoD. and'G, #8. Boling, M Dsante. dane 2. (3 pom, Dr W. Whreshland choir: Sp. m.. Hon itt i. Vann, The paster preach ne qn} Sunday morning. Improvement in Circular Saw. Every other tooth in’a new circular saw for cutting tool steel is @ trifle longer than {ts nelghbor, the long teeth making the center of the cut and the short ones, which are thicker, gouging cut the sides. LINN TELLS DEMANDS OF PEOPLE . ¥ is PO" ap 8 CO Weer F at a ee a - ‘ EE E a AZ A L. I A HACKLEY . é . Retiring Song Recital and Demonstration on Voice Culture ET Date, Place and Time Will Be Announced. Later Madame Hackley is not only the ac- knowledged leading artiste of the race, but she is the most highly educated woman in her-profession that the race_-has produced. She will retire from tne Concert Pfat- form to open a Voice Culture Training In- stitute, and will devole fer whole time and energies to the musical uplift of her peopte throughout the country. | * _ Hackley Retiring Recitals will only be given incities where first class auditori- ums can be secured. They are the most expensive entertainments attempted by any artist of the race. They are given’ without regard to expense or trouble asan object :lesson to young musicians of the race. was The demonstration in Voice’ Culture is considered the most original, valuabfe and enjoyable entertainment before our public. Madame Hackley has created a fyrore of enthusiasm and next season—wit i repeat the Song Recital and Demonstration in Voice Culture all the way to Cuba. ‘Continued From First Page. had no a power, that would be an act for jadicig) reall “First oir work will be to pass the Tesis Jation eutlined in the platform apd intrust- ed 10 the executive legtative Committee. Such taws will drive money oct of politics end under this mew condition bad organ izations cannot live. “The we of money ia polities i one of the grouet evils of the fast disappearing system, “We propwse to drive meney out of roti tics, We will extend the direct primaries tu the nomination of State oificers and United stator Senators. This can be done ly the neat Lesislature and in 15M the people cin nominate a candidate for Uni- ted: Stutes' Senator in Pennsylvania, Not a Candidate for Senator "T have no political’ ambitions. T am not a candidute for United States Senator, Wut shall devote myself to the advance ment ef the legislation outlined in our ation, . “L have nothing against Senator Peo- rove. Ii he ca Inve under the mew lawa cod Ue, retumel to thay United State Senate F have no objectioMe. “Ten or fifteen years ago there were mo-tl tomes in Penusylvania polities. The diderence between a. boss and a feader ix that the latter ie responsive tc public sentiment. The former is arbitrary and mestly seltish, Either position is rather alihcult une. ‘The Western people are leaders. They used to be boes, ‘Tie proiwer was Renator La Follette, He snude a-medel Cdumouweatsh out of Wisvunens, ‘The labors of Muosevelt at Provident, in ‘nay ways was an inspite. ton Jor betterment ip Govemment, 22d igvdans Sih rn aut» wouotts wale change, in" pultior Tanto mike it phin that the So Gialsts Geansind Yegalation acnong ether Chingy, aia it scene to me that they have eet to complain oi in. tis. country. Hovvevelt is the oxy, uiant who can cheek the stud of Socialism by noiking the rules fair in corputation matters apd ee esau. Low Wages for Women “Another matter which will force itself fon the minds ofthe progressives is the low wages of women, Incomplete statis: tice shoe that ja thit country some 22,000 jwomnen are employed. These staus: tice ow that 60. per cent ure receiving Sf per. week and lees, ood mavy a0 litle Se "Rad per week, "che. entinate. being that’ all Women. working in. shope a tores"S0 per cent earn $6.0 week and less Te dows ot Sake touch ably, kage that their wages are Not auBicient for the hecessities of life. In many. instances thes drive there women to sect other Senues to find) mooey upon which to “Av‘omen without the ballot, bave little ice Shun their heavenseent induence with Zilch tq convince the politician as to th Reels of their sisters, who are. doomed to the narrow life that the low-priced women wage earners live. * : “Ave must have more regulation and in formation regarding the working of chi ten This te too" important & question not to be fully understood. Surprised at Oliver's Vote “Nothing surprised me more than to Gnd that Senator Oliver recently voted No’ oa the Dill {0 create a child Inbor Lures. It is incomprehensible to me that he slinald oppore this, in view of thy fact that he will no doubt vote to aprropriate tnouey. t0 furnish the Nation sith fall ine fnrmmttion ae tw wer tees, cattle and Wigs: “Fic is a eatamity that ur Un'ted States Soutnr ase not mote tespeusive to. Pub ihe sentient. [helices in the OSlshoma Wwe whieh Timite the uumment of meme that cia be Peetathed to tere than SLA) to 8 Touts tied Snakes the anomey "teat can forte a watow very small ime eipamuch we the yeevent. era of in: ivadvalism and. capitalived civsation “i iat Inte over 4 century ved, T have ae Te See ae aaa thes of weedth byw trustecship. It is tie Inevitabie euteame of ene st=tom that rome rerishated person shoul control the turplue wealth. Gf the Nations iis fe fem for this ownentin under the present Sretem is What makes the. trustee fully Competent. "Aw ie nevally the care they feave the ‘wealth inteusted to: them along fentimental fines. The trustee thus nome inated must an the business world of life rgge Mi compete : “People are looking ahead jn all matters of interest fo themretves and the countty. Lihave no hareh critics, on many of the tetas then that are come Bideration.. With intelligent ‘criticsma Nall be settled.” s _ ma BEAT @1 En en 2M) HATS TRIMMED 50c HATS MADE $1.50 to $2.00 The Place to Get Good Looking Hats at a Reasonable Price is - < - #2 s =. — Wrs. Bessie Hill's, Millinery 2227 Contre Avenue Open. Evenings - Spring Millinery Showing Now On. z 2 t RIBBONS VERY MUCH IN EVIDENCE a : === AND AUTOMOBILE SCHOOL ==. Colored Men Wanted To Learn— Automobiling in all its Branches We have three first-clacs cars to use in "aching you. Cars taken to plcces ard aasembled seein.” We teach you the are of adfisllng amd st: Ting carivireters, ianertubes and casings, aid magngtos: repairing, driving | aay opeyatinn. : Fifty Chauffeurs Placed Last Year Some pecvl will tel rou that you can't get a position. Don't pay any attention to them. They toid me ten years ago that I cou!d*not mak+ the news business go, but I have more tha a inade cook. We place moze colored people in sood positions than all cthers com- vied, AUTOMOBILES FOR HIRE. GASOLINE AND GREASES FOR SALE, AND REPAIRING DONE. “General Agents For The Pittsburgh Courier : Subscriptions heceived Here Imperial Auto Employment and News Stand 1310, Wylie’ Avenue, Pittsburgh, Pa. SUCCESS OF FOREMOST AND ABLE ATTORNEY. Continued From Page One.) 1a Minnesota he was one of the most notable and interestiog Orures fo the Sate. ile won his spire when tu deat in the Sate Calyorsity of Siinne sota, of which school he ts a graduate fn law, elise of S04. He was class rater and the first solored graduate of the school, His risé@n the prominence Of dhe anate tan ruptd. the was at pototed resting clers it the state tee Taetwae Ta WS, Ue. wan eleted. enlePor tte state lezislature i Min nesota from the wealthiest district in the state amd where but few colored Vorers, resided. Tike testified tothe Side olfnence of Mee Wheaton amous the white voters of the state, Te fis a prominent lodge man, beins eancitty: ‘prontmae anc ao Fike of ETN Te i arand ecalted olen in Ihe chmte-of Near York ale. Wheaton fronnchtered one of the test brillant Wieyene at the Gare Aud Bia cecord to eriminal eises is especialy tne. Mr. Wheton hea mua ef easing: address and hasan foreefui personality, Ue Sethig anaenfeirma nad bas. ide Seid Gr triads anmong. the: Bistness aul pressinal lag Sy sent sees in seve ‘Werk tucilBen the Precieney af the eanity congrens, Giri orcanization,that ie dolng auch good fur the clic betterment of the Lee ee For old age diability, for first week of disability, atr the end of each week, during period of disability, for every sickness, for all accidents, in all places, fr all oc- cupations, for partial disability, for permanet disability, for total disability, for all forms of disability, and allows Extended or Paid-up Insurance Valves every third” year. Distribution of surplus when grade is complete. Termination in ten, fifteen or twenty years. All guar-= anteed by a Pennsylvania Insurance Company, in busi- ne:s 41 years. Agents Wanted Call or Write The'Thomas T. Jackson Agency Suite 1-2-3-4 Smith Bldg., 806 Wylle_Ave., Pittsburgh, Pa. — KBELL PHONE 9101-5 GRANT. ::fFIRE INSURANCE ?:: Intoxicants From Many Sources. Intoxieatign ligavrs have been made from the sa of tiv birch, the willow, be ponlar ond the sveamare Two experienced sewers for cress making. Paror just opened up at 421 Sixth Street, BRADDOCK, PA. .. MRS. ESTELLA TOGANS. NOTICE. . WANTED- 5% povs ‘rom Greater PixisLurgh to seil the Courier Pridas and Saturday of cach week. Come Fri das evening to 1249 Wylie aveaue fo: papers. FREE. For 30 days; One half ounce box of “MAGIC,” our wonderful Hair Pomade, with one of our 9 inch, Heavy, Brass, Nickel plated Shampoo - Diier ard Halr straightening Combe. Sold often by agents for $1.50 aod $2.00. We mail one to any address postpaid, for 91.00.’ Jones Mfg. Co, 13 Green St, Pittaburgh, Pa. Sell Phone Grant M78. Wanted—An experienced — dress- maker. one that knows how to be foreman in shop and uptodate cut- ter. Address Fitter, or apply Cour- fer office, 1209 Wylie avenue, city. AMONG THE CHURCHES ALL •CHURCH NOTES MUST BE AT THE OFFICE BY TUESDAY OF EACH WEEK TO BE PUBLISHED UNDER THIS HEAD. (Br Alma.) The morning and evening services were well attended. Local Preacher J. W. Tows occupied the pulpit and preached two good sermons. Among the many visitors present at the V. C. E. society was Mr. Silas of Brown Chapel, North Side, Miss Williams, Avery Mission, North Side. W. H. Johnson, leader, the subject, "Pleasing Christ," was discussed by the many present. Sunday, May 26. is Missionary, topic, leader. Mrs. Ella Jones. The missionary subjects are always interesting and cause lively discussions. It is requested that the members be present at prompt 6:55 p.m. The Little Builders gave a pleasing entertainment on Thursday evening at the Bellevue A. M. E. Zinn church. The mo. orphanate under the auspices of the V. C. E. on Tuesday evening, May 28, program begins at 9:10. Among the distinguished guests expected will be Speaker Champ Clark (P. D. M. Washington), Lord Churchill, Eyland (C. E. Jones), Governor of the Oregon Canyon, Lord Teos, Washington, St. James, Prince of Concord, the Spanish Princess (Jessie Gore Johnson), Sitting Bld. (Wm. Lester), A post of Congress will house on the President of the United States. This will be the firstpoin to be ordained given by the Junie, chief and premier to be queen at a military affair. Come early and get a good seat. June 2. Monday evening, the social committee will give a musicale in the church. Mrs. Katie Knox is improving. Mr. Hardy, one of the aged members of the church, is in St. Francis hospital, cute ill. BROWN CHAPEL CHURCH North Side Pittsburg, Pa. (By C. N. Collins Services were well attended last Sunday, considering the pastor beinz absent / Rev. Robt. A. Johnson, the local preacher of the said church, preached a good sermon in the morning and the Senior chorus rendered a musical concert in the evening, which was highly appreciated by all. Rev. A. Morris on his return from the general conference water met in Kansas City, Mo. will stop over in Belleportine, Qc. to visit his relatives and will be home in time to fill his jungle May 25. Baptizing on Sunday morning in the Allegheny river at 6 o'clock, at the usual place. The Women's Missionsary society will have their annual sermon and program on Sunday at 3 p.m. All invited invited to attend. Sunday, June 2, will be a big day at NPR Chapel. The reopening and quarterly meeting complined. Services as follows: Sunday, morning. Preliminary by Rev. E. R. Bazier of Nikon Chapel, North Side, 2 p.m., Rev. E. A. Scott of Botherch church, will promise, N. T. p.m., Rev. T. E. Wilson of S. Pan church, South Side, will deliver the sermon, on Monday, celebrating an art fashion love-tea, will be held, on Tuesday evening a workshop will begin and continue for two weeks. Sunday, June 3, Rev. Dr. Walter S. Lawson will preach in the morning and 1 p.m. on Rev. Holder of the Metropolitan church will preach, in 1:15 p.m. Dr. C. Patterson or the Cosmooping Baptist will preach. The presbyterian Rev. N. T. Orem- tion will be presbyter and act as master of the congregation. You are carefully invited to the service and enjoy a spi T. The business and Stewardess are the only individuals will serve the media on Sundays for the special Benefit of their families from a distance. Roy, R. H. M. Moore, S. D. D. pastor, and minister, have spared no patience in arranging to make this a grand epiphany. The church has been replaced and repolished. Mrs. Grace this Cottage reunions quitl. A. M. E. ZION CHURCH SCOTTDALE E. Pa. R. R. R. Red had been with us two years, Sunday, "Services at 11 a.m. and 2 o'clock p.m. Rev. Hedy bishop has a very nice son on Sunday evening, subject "Faithfulness to God and to the Church." Reports were read of the two years work and showed the church to be in a good financial condition. Encouraging remarks were made by several of the members. The pastor and members are making every effort to make the rabble, the sixth of May, a success. The reception held last Tuesday evening by the Carnation club under the leadership of James Lace, was very nice and even one reported having a nice time. Proceeds are for dole of church, "Bowl Captain of Viola club," gave Chicago and basil supper at the residence of Mrs. A. G. Rosezas Thursday evening. The entertainment was lastly attended and was a grand success. James Lace is very sick at his home. Miss Barbara Connors is attained on a Sunday in honor of Miss Corbin or Cornhillville. Corrs were hired for six and an appalling dinner was served. The young people press out Miss Miss Annie Hill. Rose Hill, William Hookman and Harrison Connors. Rev. Robert Brown was in Connellville on Sunday attending the thanksgiving services of the G. U. O. of O. F. which he is a member. Miss Adela Harris of Pittsburgh spent a few days here last week visiting Mrs. Reese and calling on friends. Thomas Salsbury has returned from Charlotte, N. Y. We are glad to see him back in our town again. Tickets and cards are out for the entertainment to be given by the Lena Harris club. We are praying for progress. Mrs. Nannie Hickman was calling on friends in Mt. Pleasant on Sunday. A birthday party was given on Saturday evening, by Mr. and Mrs. Major Brown in honor of their son, Ralph. Misses Harris and Stubblefield of Union town, were present. He received many beautiful and serviceable presents. The young people departed wishing him many more happy birthdays. The Lena Harris club was entertained at Rev. R. R. Bell's on Monday, evening. A pleasant evening was spent. Eucld Avenue A. M. E. CHURCH (By Minane Harris.) The services at Euclid avenue church were well-attended last sabbath. Rev. W. S. Lewis preached a very interesting sermon morning and evening. His subject in the morning was "The Christian's Reward" and at the evening service "The Eloquence of Jesus." On Tuesday evening, May 25, the North Side Choral club will sing at Euclid. Do not fail to hear them. They will render the "Song of Miriam," Opus 126, Franz Schubert and "St. Cecilia Mass," Ch. Francois Council. The annual thanksgiving sermon to the Daughters of Isis will be preached on Satbath evening, May 26, at the church. Dr. D. S. Bentley will deliver the earmon. The public is cordially invited to attend. The ladies of the Altar Guild will kindly meet in the ladies' parlor on Tuesday evening, June 4. The Altar Guild will give a sack social at the residence of Mrs. Maria Lawson, org. However street. Thursday evening, June 6. The S. S. F. club will meet at the residence of Mrs. Cary Branscombs's in Carton street. Wednesday evening, June 5. AVERY MISSION NOTES (By Martha J. Williamson.) Services we will attended on Sunday at which time Miss Amanda Henderson occupied the pulpit, Rev. A. Wakefield, our pastor, will be with us on Sunday. There will be baptizing at the river on Sunday at 7 a.m. Rev. R. H. Morris and Rev. W. A. Wakefield will have charge of the baptizing. A very pleasant surprise was tendered Mrs. Wakefield last week. Quite a number of members and friends were present. After a dainty repast was served Miss Amanda Henderson presented her with a purse. The Imperial Literary society will give a sacred concert on Sunday. Mrs. Louis Cyle, nee Davis of Wellsville, O., worshiped with us on Sunday. The sacred concert held last Sunday was a grand success. At this time I wish to thank the participants. Don't forget the festival of days. WAYMAN A; M. E. CHURCH BELLEVUE. In point of attendance, program and finance, Womans' Day exceeded our wildest expectation. One feature of the afternoon program especially worthy of mention was a sacred recitation by little Gertrude Whalen of North Side, Pittsburgh. The masterful way in which it was recited made the rendition a veritable sermon. She hold her audience spell bound. The receipts of the day, $305, were paid to Don Avon Lumber Company on main debt of church. Our choir will read music for quarterly services at Allen A. M. E. church on Sunday, 10th. On June 7, the Apollo mixed quartet will appear at our church in concert. High class music and dramatic reading will feature the program. Admission 25 cents. Reservations will succeed program. BETHEL A. M. E. CHURCH Our pastor attended the General conference which met in Kansas City and left his work in the hands of Rev. L. Jeffrey, who certainly proved himself equal to the task. Our minds are concentrated on the great rally which will occur on the second Sunday in June. The church will be a organized into 15 colonies with a governor at the head of each everybody is real busy and can not fail in success shining most brilliant in the distance. Several congregations have reported monies if they fail to be kept intact until concert to the $500 rally the treasury meeting will hold a balancer next Tuesday. Wednesday and Thursday evenings. No Wednesday and no Thursday. The concert will be beautifully decorated, an event arranged a the class program has been arranged each evening, one special feature being Madame Carrière's work. Tickets are now on purchase one. The Ohio colony will give a novel entertainment and support the first week in June. This colony works quietly with wondrous results. The New York and Georgia and Alabama colonies are about ready to make their final report. We trust the other colonies will be stimulated by the noble efforts put forth by the colonies named. The time is short and demands immediate action. Get in touch. NEW HOPE BAPTIST CHURCH BRADDOCK, PA. Sunday, 9th March, was an excellent day at Brackley. The pastor, Rev. R. Barker, is involved in Haitian education Rev. Rey procured to the social leaders of Kikwit of Petrars. The discourse was all that could be desired on such an anxious occasion. "In the evening Rev. A. Macland Taylor, the 'Pulpit Supply,' delivered to the audience one of his exeunelle themes, Jno. C. subject, 'Individuality, Equipment and Opportunity,' taken from the 'Lad with five loaves and two fishes.' This was a practical object lesson from every day life, filled with home truths. This week the pastor will celebrate this third anniversary and every night a program will be rendered. winding up with supper in the lecture room. Rev. R. T. Bruce, pastor. Sunday was a beautiful day. Superintendent Harry Smith was at his post of duty for Sunday school at 10 a.m., which was well attended. This Sunday school is arranging a program for children's day and we hope them a great success. At 7:30 p.m. the pastor preached from the subject, "The Value of a Man's Life," text Matt. 16:26, and all seemed to enjoy it. This church outlook seems to be bright and we hope it will get brighter and brighter. Sunday we are going to Turtle Creek to spend the time with Rev. T. J. Brooks in his rally and I hope it will be a great success. Thursday evening. May 16, literary was well attended under the leadership of W. M. Allen, president. Rev. R. T. Brace was taken ill on Sunday afternoon, but attended church on Sunday evening and is now confined to his bed. PAYNE A. M. E. CHURCH The marriage of William L. Clayter and Mrs. Mary Ruebottom was solemnized at the home of Rev. Taggart at 11 p.m. The bride was attended by her maid of honor Miss Lucy Robinson, the groom by his best man, Clifford Robinson. Those present were John Burd, son-in-law of the bride, Mrs. Julia Meld of Mt. Braddock, Pa., sister of the groom, Ben Cherry and Arthur Smith on photographer. Those white present were Herbert and Edward Duggan, Charles Ritchit and M. McDonald, photographer. After the wedding ceremony the bridal party went into the church and had their pictures taken by flash light by Photographer Mt. Donald and Arthur Smith. The wedding party then went to the home of Mrs. John Burd or North Seventh street, daughter of the bride, where an elaborate funeral was served. Mr. and Mrs. Clayter are well known residents of Connellville and will reside of their home on North Seventh street. Patine A. M. E. church was filled to her almost capacity to hear the services of the Younghong Odd Fellow Lodge No. 2213 last Sunday afternoon. The annual address was delivered by Rev. R. D. Epps, pastor of Mt. Zion Baptist church. Church. Baptized Paul Westley, the inaugural son of Mr. and Mrs. William Smith, last Sunday afternoon. Dr. De Linden of Baltimore, Md., was a business caller on Rev. T. Taggaar and family last Monday. METROPOLITAN BAPTIST CHURCH The B. Y. U. U. of the Metropolitan Baptist church will celebrate their anniversary on Sunday, May 26 at 3 p.m. On Monday, May 27, they will have their banquet, which promises to be one or the grandest occasion ever held on the North Side. Rev. H. G. Hoeo of Washington, Pa. will preach the anniversary sermon. Rev. Hoeo is a pupil orator. On Monday evening the B. Y. U. U. will hold a grand reception. We have engaged some very able and prominent speakers, such as Representative Ohio and Attorney Frank R. Stewart (Ohio) and many other speakers. The committee no paints in making it pleasant for all of these who attend. Please come early as the program begins promptly at No. Mrs. J. R. Crawford, president; J. B. Mason, vice president; Mrs. Jessie Keyes, treasurer; Miss H. Andleson, secretary; Rev. J. H. Holder, D. D. pastor. GENUINE TRIBUTE TO WOMAN Robert G. Ingersoll's Eloquent Appreciation of the Qualities of the Gentler Sex. It takes 100 men to make an encampment, but one woman can make a home. I not only admire woman as the most beautiful object ever created, but I reverence her as the redeeming glory of humanity, the sanctuary of all virtues, the pledge of all perfect qualities of heart and head. It is not just nor right to lay the sins of men at the feet of women. It is because women are so much better than men that their faults are considered greater. A mag's desire is the foundation of his love, but a woman's desire is born of her love. The one thing in this world that is constant, the one peak that rises above all clouds, the one window in which the light forever burns, the one star that darkness cannot quench is woman's love. It rises to the greatest heights, it stinks to the lowest depths. It forgives the most cruel injuries. It is perennial of life and grows in every climate. Neither coldness nor neglect, harshness nor cruelty can extinguish it. A woman's love is the perfume of the heart. This is the real love that subdues the earth; the love that has wronged all miracles of art; that gives us music all the way from the cradle song to the grand closing symphony that bears the soul away on wings of fire. A love that is greener than power, sweeter than life and stronger than death—Robert G. Ingersoll. ONE TRICK OF THE TRADE Old Meat Dealer's Method of Getting a Reputation for Giving Very Good Weight The very latest, trick of the trade was taught to the young butcher by the marksmart who gave him his first employment. The old dealer pointed to trays of beef, lamb and pork triminations beneath the counter. "When customers ask to have all the waste that has been cut from their own most wrapped up with their order be sure to pay in a few of these trimmings besides," he said. "Most always they want the serps sent home so they can weigh the whole business and I find out whether they are getting full weight or not. Enough extra pieces to tip the scales half an ounce beyond the supposed weight won't hurt anybody and will give us a good name." Shortly after that the new clerk heard one frugal housewife say to another: "Oh, why don't you trade at Blanks? He gives such good measure; often almost an ounce more than you pay for." The clerk smiled. Use for Coal Dust 'Coal dust, found in, every bin, is usually wasted. Have it brought in a scuttle and add sufficient water, to make it moist. Bank it upon the fire and you will have no fault to find with the result for hours. AFRO-AMERICAN CULLINGS THE COURIER This is among some of the great mistakes our girls are making (some of them) as they seemingly try to have all the sweetheart in the town, from a "flunkie" down. We will say its a shame to see them, intelligent in some instances, strolling and palarving in leisure with these "beauts," when they could have demanded higher social privileges had they kept themselves from this class of gentlemen. (7) Some of these, of which we speak, their parents, whose history is without a blemish, to them they are a disgrace and a shame to the entire race. The most of them think they are pretty and the smartest of all human beings, when they are nothing but fools in human form. Of course some are bribed in this kind of society by their escorts, as many among them think that the beauty of a man is his highheel shoes and 30 or 40-inch coat and those beautiful peg-top pants. Clothes, dear girls, do not make a man; it is principle, ability and such other things that are honorable and manly that constitutes men of real service and benefit to his people and the country. Call yourself to a standstill and consider that you are making the mistake of your life and will never be of any service to those dear parents who sacrificed all but their lives for you and would have sacrificed their lives had it been necessary. How can you allow yourself to disgrace those who are so dear to you? This is a very important thing that all-parents should try to observe—the company in which your daughters are associated, for associations, whatever they may be, will be inherited by them. Draw in your reins, girls, and be a better exponent of the race. By doing this you will add many stars to the crowns that await us in the future. This rowdy and unpromising class among us should have no charms for any respectable person who is trying to hold their heads above the waves of the sin-tiny world—Palestine (Tex.) Plaindealer. Is it not a disheartening thing to go through life under the harrow of debt, struggling to get release under circumstances that give no hope of relief? is it not unfortunate to feel that we can never lift the mortgage from the home, that in spite of all our efforts it must finally be sold over the heads of those dearer to us than life itself? But all this is nothing compared with the mortgage of vice upon the character which bights the life. Many a man has died without being able to lift a mortgage from his home, yet has been a real success, for he has kept his manhood clean, his integrity unstained, and, although he lacked no material wealth he has enriched the lives of all who knew him. The nicotine mortgage upon your vitality, the alcohol mortgage which gardens your nerve fiber, benumbs the brain cells, paralyzes the power to achieve and makes you a slave instead of a king, are encumbrances compared with which the mere mortgage upon your home is a blessing. If you are mortgaged to the cigarette habit, which demoralizes your habilom, poisons your blood, benumbs your nerves and vitilizes your aim; if you have a whisky mortgage, an immortality mortgage on your character which you have been trying for years o lift, this is infinitely worse than your chattel mortgage or real estate mortgage. The mortgage on your home may not touch your real self. In spite of it, you may be a man, respected, looked up to, admired. If your life has been clean you may have made every piece of land in your vicinity worth more. But if your character is mortgaged to a demoralizing habit, if you are the victim of a degrading vice that holds you down, cripples your advance this is a thousand times worse. It loses you not only your respect, but also the respect of those who know you—Success Megazine. Another prophet has arisen, who confidently claims that the immigration of foreigners into the south will solve the Negro problem. Just how this is to come is not made as clear as one could desire. It is certain that the Negro problem is not going to be solved by increasing the competition which the Negro now has unless Negro efficiency is going to be increased out of proportion to his competitors. Of course this is impossible because every foreign element admitted to our citizenship is going to get better school advantages than those accorded the Negro. In this respect the introduction of foreigners to the south means the curtailment of employment for Negroes and the corresponding neglect of those facilities which are designed to better fit and prepare a people for the fuller life of our civilization. All of the benefits which the negro may hope to derive from foreign emmigration are indirect rather than otherwise. The increase of the population of the south will diminish the social and political importance of the Negro and in this way the race may drop from public discussion. This will be an indirect benefit and one too that may A bill appropriating $25,000 for an exposition commemorating the fifteenth anniversary of the emancipation of the American Negro has been reported favorably by the United States senate. The bill empowers the president to appoint a commission to decide upon the location and conduct of the exposition. It is possible that the place for the exposition will be somewhere within the slave holding territory and will be designed to show the history and progress of the Negro race since emancipation. The law makers of the mean public neglect. Of course the Negro is not in position just now to be left to himself. He needs help now and will need it for the next four or five generations. We are of the opinion that emigration will not solve the Negro problem but may create new problems that will take the place of the old and may be more intolerable. Three hundred hotel waiters were discharged in New York last year and their places given to foreigners. Among other objections urged against the retention of Negro waiters was that they presented too great a variety in color. That is to say, if twenty-five men were employed at a place they ranged in color all the way from that of the darkest to the lightest races of mankind and this is supposed to have had a queer effect on something or somebody. It is not at all improbable that in the course of time the colored man will find difficulty in getting a job in town unless it is furnished him by another Negro. And this can be possible only on the theory that the Negro becomes to be a factor in the industrial and commercial affairs of this country. At present we are practically a jobless race, dependent in large measure on other folias for jobs ranging all the way from blacking boots to representing this government abroad. Therefore the man who is doing anything looking to the creation of a job first for himself and then for others is attacking the "problem" at its most important point. This position must be conquered or the field is practically lost. Instead of being a jobless race, we've got to become more largely a race with innumerable jobs that are ours inainably. Few people who amuse themselves by singing or whistling the popular song "Casey Jones" are aware of the fact that the song was first originated by a negro. A writer in a recent issue of the Railroad Man's Magazine, signing himself "Red Mac," gives the following history of the origin of the song: "As to the origin of the song, it was started by an old negro named Geo. Crockett, who was employed around the shop and roundhouse at Water Valley. Miss. Like many other old time darkies, if they admire anything, particularly some person, you will often hear them hum something about that person. Casey was admired by all the colored firemen and brakemen, who were always singing about big ability to get over the road. Of course, old Uncle George could not help sing Casey's praise, so he collected a few scattering words in real negro fashion. With the help of the colored firemen, switchmen, etc., he got together two short verses and composed an air for the words. From time to time more words were added and the song's popularity grew. After Casey's death, Mrs. Jones endeavored to stop the publishing of the song, but was unsuccessful, as there was no copyright."—Dallas Express. Colenel G. M. Quinnis, a tobacco planter in Christian County, Ky., had a dark man servant named Mose. Mose was driving his boss into town one day, when he suddenly remarked: "Marse Cornett, dey sad me up beafh my church has 'night 'or dancin'." "I don't suppose you were guilty--were汗, Mose?" asked the colonel. "Was, suis; yes, suis," said Mose. "I was guilty of dancin' and dey proved hit on me too; but I come clear. My friends stuck to me close, and after dem other niggers had done testified against me, my friends all got up and testified dat, though it was true I caned. I was so drunk at de time I didn't know what I was doin'. So I come clear—and the preacher scused me!"—Ex. --- Rev. John Peterson of Arnagall, Illinois, knowing that it is not good for man to live alone, decided to take unto himself a better half. The date was fixed and a fellow minister was engaged to tie the maplest-knot, but when the hour arrived, the invited minister was nowhere to be seen. Bro. Peterson rose to the emergency by calming performing the marriage ceremony himself—for himself. We think that in the matter of nerve the good brother not only takes the cake, but walks away with the bakery. It is always easier to be a ritualist than a sincere Christian, a pretender rather than a thorough-going contender of the faith, but if religion is worth anything, it is worth everything, and God will reject all pretences, while He will crown all true observers and servants in His name. It is impossible to deceive God, who reads the hearts of Pharisees, Sadhites and Problemists.—N. Y. Observed. Don't find so many reasons for refusing to patronize institutions operated by your own people. Take a lesson from your white neighbor. He trying to build up his white brother, consider your children and build something for them.—The Dallas Express. country deserve much credit for the interest they have thus taken in the welfare of the Negro and it is safe to say that should the matter be properly canvassed and representative data gotten together the country will doubtless be favorably impressed by the marvelous exhibition of race progress. The senate did a nice thing when it did that.—Durham Reformer. When a man marries, he puts on a vanishing halo; with the woman, someone else puts it on, and it grows CHURCH NOTICES Bethel A. M. E. Church. Corner Wiley 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 40 Arthur Street. Preaching Sunday, 11 a. m. and 8 p. m.; Varrick C. E. Society, 6:20 p. m.; Sunday school, 1:30 p. m.; prayer meeting, Wednesday evening; class meeting, Friday evening; communion services every first Sunday in the month. Rev. W. L. Lee. pastor. Bell phone 2293-R Grant, 40 Arthur street. EUCLID AVENUE A. M. E. Church, Corner Euclid avenue and Harvard street, Pittsburgh—Morning worship, 10:45 a. m. Sunday school, 2:30 p. m.; Allen Endeavor League, 6:20 p. m.; evening worship, 7:45 p. m. D. S. Bentley, D. D. pastor. 224 Meadow street. Hours of study, 10 to 12 m., daily except Monday. Presidence phone 1355-J Highland. RODMAN ST. BAPTIST CHUCH. East End, Pittsburgh, Pa.— Communion, first Sunday, in each month, 2 p. m.; pastor's study at church from 12 to 2 p. m.; preaching every Sunday, 10:45 a. m.; 7:45 p. m.; Sunday school, 1:20 p. m.; B. Y. P. U. 6 p. m. Seats free. All are welcome. Rev. O. S. Simms, D. d. pastor, 620 Thompson street, Bell phone 97-W Highland. Payne A. M. E. Church Preaching every Sunday, 11 a. m. and 7:30 p. m.; Sunday school, 2:30 p. m.; Alen Endeavor league, 6:30 p. m.; prayer meeting, Wednesday, 8. p. m. Rev. T. Taggart, pastor. Mt. Zion Baptist—Sunday services, 11 a. m. and 7:30 p. m.; Sunday school, 2 p. m.; communion second Sunday in each month; B. Y. P. U. 6:30 p. m.; prayer meeting Wednesday, 8 p. m. Rev. R. D. Epps, pastor. Highland Baptist church—Sunday service, 11 a. m. and 7:30 p. m.; communion fourth Sunday; month, Sunday school 2 p. m. B. Y. P. U. 6:30 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, 8 p. m. REV. CHAS. HENRY TRUSTY, D. D. Pastor Brown's Chapel. Services at Brown's Chapel A. M. E. church, Hemlock and Boyle streets, North Side. Sunday's Morning service, 10:20; Sunday's Morning service, p. m.; Christian Endeavor, 6:30 to 7:45 p. m.; evening service, 7:45. WAYMEN A. M. E. CHURCH. Preston Avenue. Services every Lord's day at 10:40 a. m. and 5 p. m.; Sunday 10 a. m. Seats free. All welcome Prayer meeting Wednesday at 5 p. m. REV. E. N. THOMAS, Pastor. 335 Monte avenue, Bellevue, Pa. WARREN M. E. CHURCH Center avenue and Watt street Rev. C. W. Trigg, Pastor Telephone: 114S R Schenley Preaching, Sunday, 11 a.m. Sunday school, 2 p. m. Epworth League, 6 p. m. Evening service, 7:45 p. m. Prayer meeting every Wednesday evening. Trustees' meeting the second and fourth Monday nights of each month A. M. F. Zion Church. Services every Sunday at 11:30, evening 8:00, Sunday school 12:30, literary every Tuesday at 8:00 p. m. Rev. Ware, pastor. ALLEN CHAPEL A. M. E. CHURCH North Side, Pittsburg. Morning worship, 10:45 a.m. Class 12 m. Sunday school, 2 p. m. A. C. E. League, 6:30 p. m. Evening worship, 7:45 p. m. Wednesday night, prayer meeting. All are invited to attend. REV. E. R. BAZIER, Pastor. Homewood A. M. E. Zion Church Homewood A. M. E. Zion Church, Tioga and Dumferline Streets. Rev. J. M. Davis, Pastor. Service Sabbath 11 a.m., 7:45 p.m. Young People's meeting, 1 p.m. meeting, 2 p.m. meeting, Wednesday, 9 p.m. class meeting. Friday evening. Visitors cordially welcome. UNIONTOWN PA MT. OLIVET BAPSTAT CHURCH. Rev. Thompson, pastor—learning. 10:45 p.m. Sunday school, 12:00 p.m. B. Y. P. U. 6:00 p.m. and learning. 1:15 p.m. ZION A. M. E. Church. Rev. J. W. Polk. pastor—Preaching. 10:45 a. m.; Sunday school. 2:30 p. m.; C. E. society. 6:39 p. m.; preaching. 7:45 p. m. MT. ROSE BAPTIST CHURCH. Rev. Thomas Ford, pastor - Preaching, 19.45 a. m.; Sunday school, 2:30 p. m.; B. Y. P. U., 6:20 p. m.; preach- ing, 7:45 p. m. St. Paul A. M. E. church, Rev. W. B. Anderson, A. D. pastor—preaching 10:45 a. m.; Sunday school, 2:30 p. m.; C. E. society, 6:30 p. m.; preach ing 7:48 p. m. Good Hope Baptist Church Services Fifty-fourth and Penn Avenue. Sunday school at 9:30 a. m. Preaching, 11 a. m. and 7:38 p. m. B. Y. P. U. 6 p. m. SATURDAY, MAY 25, 1912 Prayer meeting. 7:30 to 9 a.m. Wednesday. Women's Missionary circle, first Tuesday at 8 p. m. Sunday school teachers' meeting, every Tuesday from 8 to 9 p. m. All are welcome. Rev. T. H. C. Messer, D. D. Pastor, residence, 5109 Dauphin street, East End. Office in the church. Hours, 11 a. m. to 2 p. m., Wednesday and Friday. Metropolitan Baptist church. North Side, City, Rev. Dr. J. H. Holder, pasto-At 10:45 a. m., preaching by the pastor; 1:30 p. m., Sunday school; 6:30 p. m., B. Y. P. U.; 1:30 p. m., preaching, subject, "The Man and Money." Services at Bethlehem Baptist Church McKeesport, Pa. Preaching at; 11 a. m. and 5 p. m.; Sabbath school at 2 p. m.; B. Y. P. U. at 6:30. All are welcome. Rev. J. R. Saunders, pastor. St. Paul's A. M. E. Church, McKeenport. Preaching at 11 a. m.; sunday school at 2 p. m. Allen's Christian Endeavor at 6 p. m and preaching at 9 p. m. Rev. W. W. Young, pastor. Gladden A. M. E. Church, Homestead, Pa. C. R. Goggins, pastor—Services 11 a. m. 7:30 p. m. Sunday school, 2:30 p. m.; prayer meeting Wednesday evening; literary Thursday evening. The Peoples' Mission. Wilkinsburg, order of services—Sunday school at 2 p. m. the Juvenile Missionary 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 teachers, 7 p. m.; prior meeting Wednesday, 8 p. p.; 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; class, 11:30 a. m; Sunday school, 2:30 p. m.; Allen Christian Endeavor, 7:45 p. m.; preaching, 7:45 p. m.; prayer meeting, Wed nesday evening, 7:45 p. m. WHEELING, W. VA. Simpson M. E. Church, Boff street; Rev. G. W. W. Jenkins, D. d. pastor—Sunday services, 10:45 a.m. m: Sunday school, 2:05 p.m. H. B. Clemens superintendent; Eworth leage, 6:40; preaching, 7:45. Wayman A. M. E. church, Market street, Rev. J. T. Farity, pastor—Sunday services, 10:45; class meeting, 12; Sunday school, 2:30; Christian Endeavor, 6:45; preaching, 7.45. House of Prayer Resume 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.; praver meeting, Wednesday, 8 p.m. Rev. C. J. Powell, D. D. pastor, No. 212 West Otterman street, Bell phone 387J. JOHNSTOWN, PA R. M. E. Zion church, corner Haynes and Grant street, Rev. C. O. Waters, pastor.—Services, preaching, 11 a.m.; class noon: Sunday school, 5 p.m.; Christian Endavor, 5 p.m.; preaching at s.p.m. Weekly prayer meeting, Wednesday, s.p.m.; Literary, Thursday, s.p.m. ALL AUTHORS ARE TALKATIVE If You Know One, Be Tactful and Let Him Converse About His I know nothing about really great authors, but I think I speak for a large number of the followers of the trade when I say that they like to talk about their work, one great reason being that writing is a lonely profession. If you write, as a rule you must do it by yourself; or if you do attempt it in company, you or the company will be sorry. Therefore, when the writing is done, and a sympathetic listener offers, the writer is glad to wipe out some of the lonely hoops with a little conversation. So, if you know an author, don't be too breathless about his calling; treat him like a human being. Let him talk a little, and do not be shocked if he manages to keep the tears back when he tells you about his last short story. Only be tactful. Do not say, as an eager acquaintance once said to me: "Oh. I do think it is so interesting to write. It must be just fascinating when your manuscripts come back!" I discovered afterward that she meant proofs instead of manuscripts, but the mistake of just that single word made me, who am usually so garrulous about my trade, feel for the time being that I really did not care ever to speak of it again. So I repeat, let the poor author talk, but be tactful—Atlantic Monthly. One's Real Country Country is not a mere zone of territory. The true country is the ideal to which it gives birth; it is the thought of love, the sense of communion, which unites in one all sons of the territory. Joseph Marxini. Turn Over a New Leaf By subscribing for THIS PAPER SATURDAY, MAY. 25, 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. Moriah No. 30—Stated meeting second Thursday each month. Frederic B. Lee, W. M. Edward W. Johnson, secretary. St. John's No. 50, Sewickley—Stated meeting first Monday each month. Lewis Harstock, W. M., J. G. Matthews, Jr., secretary. Star West No. 62—Stated meeting second Saturday each month. Samuel Scott, W. M.; Marion W. Hall, secretary. King Solomon Lodge No. 78, New Brighton — Stated meeting second Wednesday each month. Alexander Webster, W. M.; James W. Butler, secretary. Prince Hall Lodge No. 87, Beaver Falls—Stated meeting third Saturday each month. Jereriah Boulding, W. M.; Lewis Ewing, secretary. Washington, No. 77. Washington- C. A. Strawthers, W. M.; C. W. Jones secretary. Stated meeting second Monday each month. Monessen No. 79. Monessen—Julius Smith, W. M.; Ashby Boyer, secretary. Stated meeting second Thursday each month. Eureka No. 83. Bellevue—Stated communication second Wednesday each month. Mt. Pissah No. 91. Unlontown, Pa. A. P. McClure, W. M.; J. H. Robinson, secretary. Stated meeting second Monday each month. Alpha Lodge No. 92. Pittsburg— Frank R. Steward, W. M.; Herman Socks, secretary. Stated meeting third Tuesday. Progress Lodge No. 95—John Williams, W. M.; Wm. Washington, secretary. Stated meeting second Friday. Little's hall, corner Wylie ave- dure and Robert street. Asaph Lodge, Connellville—Meeting night first and third Tuesday night in the month. Renner Shade, W. M. Robt. W. Sanders, secretary, Box 224, Connellville, Pa. Iron City Lodge No. 17, I. B. P. O. E. W.-Meets second and fourth Thursday, Elk Rest, 29 Fulton street. Chas, Gannt, E. R.; E. H. E. Brooks, F. Sec. North Side Lodge No. 124, I. B. P. O. E. W.-Meets second and fourth Tuesday, Odd Fellows hall, corner Jackson and Irwin avenue, North Side. P. E. R. Carl Hardy, E. R.; Jesse Harris, F. Sec. Greater Pittsburgh Lodge 115, I. B. P. E. W.-Meets first and third Monday at Elk Rest, 618 Frankstown avenue, East End. Leme Paxton, E. R.; B. L. Rose, F. Sec. Ramishe Lodge 129, I. B. P. O. E. W.-Meets second and fourth Wednesday at Elk Rest, 706 Wood, street. Wilkinsburg, Pa. Chas. Boone, E. R. H. Humphries, F. Sec. Summit Lodge No. 115. B. P. O. E. W—Meets first and third Friday at Mt. Hite hall, corner Main and Morgan town avenue, Unionton, Pa. W. L. Winstown, E. R.; Geo. Brown, F. Sec. Ooze City Lodge No. 126. Connellsville, Pa—Meets first and third Tuesday at Elk Rest, 132 E. Main street, Fenton Jackson, F. Sec. Tuna Valley Lodge No. 156, Bradford, Pa—Meets first and third Thursday, 15 Chambers street. Rev. P. H. Williams, E. R.; E. J. Enty, F. Sec. Esther Chapter No. 7. Order of the Eastern Star. Stated meeting third Thursday each month at 6004 Center avenue. Rosa E. Hill, W. M.; Blanche D. Hill, secretary, 2911 Wylie avenue. Chosen Friends Chapter No. 6. Order of the Eastern Star, stated meeting fourth Wednesday of each month at Little hall, Wylie avenue and Roberts street. Jennie Granville, W. M.; Helen Turner, secretary. ODD PELLOWS. Meetings of Grand United Order of Odd Fellows in Odd Fellows' hall, Iwain avenue and Jackson street, North Side. Union Western Star Lodge No. 1515—First and Third Wednesday evenings. P. L. Anderson, secretry, 506 West Jefferson street. Bond of Love Lodge No. 2514—First and third Tuesday evenings. George W. Stevenson, secretry, 54 McNaughther- Alleney Council No. 232—Fourth Thursday evening. W. W. Jacobs, secretary, 1837 Iwain avenue. Household of Ruth No. 56—First and third Friday evenings. Household of Ruth No. 1754—Second and fourth Wednesday evenings. Mrs. Byrdie Crunkleton, secretary. 1156 Decatur street. Allegheny Patricarch No. 11—Fourth Monday evening. P. L. Anderson, secretary. 505 West Jefferson street. News means affecting the so lodges please mail to the Pittsburgh Courter. KNIGTHS OF PYTHIAS Meeting first and third Tuesdays of each month at New Odd Pools had. North Side lodge No. 124. J. B. P. O. E. of W.-Meets at the Rest, 200 Robinson tstreet, North Side, second and fourth Mondays of each month. J. Walter Frasier, E. B.; Jesse W. Harris, F. W. Gen. J. B. Swetler Camp, No. 98. Sons of Veterans, U. S. A.—Meets at Memorial hall, Fifth Night, on second and fourth Friday nights of each month. New Castle Lodge No. 28. K. of P. meets first and third Friday of each month. Alexander Williams, C. C.; Commodore Tilden, K. of R. S. Damon Lodge No. 28. K. of P. meets first and third Thursday each month at Odd Fellows' hall, Wylie and Benton. Frederick C. Gould, C. C.; Jas. A. Baldwin, K. of P. & S.; Jesse Harris, M. of F. ROYAL GRAND NO. 31. K. OF P. Meetings second and fourth Wednesday of each month, at Odd Fellows' hall, Arthur street. PAUL GILLETTE, C. C. I. F. JACKSON, V. C. Damon Lodge, K. of P. No. 28. Meetings 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 Wednesday of each month, at Odd Fellows' hall. Arthur street. PAUL GILLETTE, C. C. P. JACKSON, V. C. Jericho Lodge, U. D.-Stated meetings, every second Friday. R. L. Vann, W. M.; J. W. Morgan, secretary. Sewickley Star, No. 40, K. of P. meets first and third Tuesdays of each month on Beaver street. N. L. Young, C. C.; C. H. Pryor, K. of R. & S.; L. Alexander, M. of F. Damon Lodge, No 28, K. of P. meets first and third Thursdays of each month at Odd Fellows Hall, corner Wylie and Benton. Frank R. Stewart, C. C.; James A. Baldwin, K. of R. & S.; Jesse W. Harris, M. of F. Household of Ruth. No. 56-Meets first and third Fridays in each month N. S. Pittsburg, Pa. Mrs. Mattle Sutton, W. R. Glass City lodge, 4392, G. U. of O. F.. Charleroi, Pa. Meets every first and third Tuesdays. Charles Wonzer, secretary. H. O'f. 1413, Charleroi, Pa. Meets every first and third Wednesdays Mrs. A. Primas, W. R. L O O F ST. LUKE S The Liberty Chapter, Order of Eastern ern Star, meets on first and third Mondays of each mouth at their lodge room, Reformers building, at 8 o'clock p.m. Mrs. R. E. Payne, Worthy Matron, 134 Flavel street, East End; Miss Sog, Booker, Worthy Recorder, 511 Lenge street, East End. NOTICE Golden Eagle lodge, No. 22, Knights of Pythias, meets the first and third Wednesdays of each month at Malta hall, Sheraden street, East End. Hour of opening, S. 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, generalissimo; Sir David D. Richards, Capt. Gen.; Sir William S. Lewis, recorder; Sir John T. Thornton, treasurer; Rev. C. J. Powell, D. D., prelate; Rev. J. H. Dandridge, assistant prelate; Sir Herman Socks, organist and musical director—Meets fourth Monday of each month at ayulum, 6004 Center avenue, East End. The Major Martin R. Delaney Circle, No. 122, Ladies of the G. A. R. meet every second and fourth Friday of each month at Odd Fellows hall, corner Irwin avenue and Jarvella street, North Side, Pittsburgh. IRON CITY COUNCIL Meets every first Monday at Old Fellows' hall, Wylie and Benton street, J. W. Anderson, secretary; J. T. Dorkins, W. M. Naomi Tabernacle No. 39, Daughters of Taber-Meeting first and third Tuesday night in each month at Re- formers' hall, Franktown avenue. East End, Julia Tabb, H. P., 12 Mayflower street, East End; Maggie Moore, V. R., 6828 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 111s Market street. Lily of the Valley Court of Calantha, No. 26—Meets first Thursday evening of each month at 111s Market street. ELIZABETH, PA. Watkinson lodge, No. 45, K. of P. Brother A. T. Scott, C. C.; Brother French E. H. Greene, Brother Stanley Young B. Burton, prelate; Brother Wesley H. Stratton, M. of E. Brother Charles S. Batch, M. of F.; Brother Sandy Simmons, K. of R. and S. Brother R. E. Pangburn, M. of A. Brother Charles Henderson, I. G. Brother George E. Saunders, O. G. Brother George B. Saunders, M. W. Brother Charles Preston, Brother French E. H. Greene, V. C.; Brother Simmons, trustees. Brother French E. G. Greene was elected delegate to the grand lodge. Advance lodge, No. 2299 of G. U. O or O. F. election as guardian Hiram Simmons; warden, James Barber; noole grand, Oscar Goodrich; vice grand, Frenk Sweeny; worthy chaplain, Rev. John Lotterbury; worthy treasurer, Fred R. Batch; E. S. Ernest Moore; P. S., Fred R. Batch; P. N. G., A. T. Scot; N. F. Batch; P. N. G., N. F. Scot; N. F. Batch; E. H. Greene; advocate, Jesse Greene; degree lecturers, Fred R. Batch and French E. H. Greene. WAYNESBURG, PA The most worshipful grand lodge by Free and Accepted Ancient York Rite Masons of Pennsylvania officers: H. E. Workman, G. master; Joseph Washington, Dep. G. master; Jerry M. Lannon, G. S. sr. warden; Richard Staples, G. Jr. warden; Jas. Lethwick, G. treasurer; La Royal Wilson, G. secretary; Rev. Thomas Ford, grand chaplain; Rev. W. H. Truss, grand lecturer. The officers of the grand commandery of Knights Templar of the state of Pennsylvania are: Sir Knights Joseph L. Thomas, M. E. grand commander; D. H. W. Keith, M. E. deputy grand commander; John D. Addison, M. E. grand generalissimo; J. Willis M. Wall, M. E. capital 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 Tabo; meet second and fourth Tuesday night in each month at Odd Fellows hall, corner Beaver and Broad street, Swickley, Pa. Mrs. Mattle F. Bowden, H. P.; Mrs. Martha Anderson, v. P.; Mrs. G. H. Hallard, C. R.; Mrs. R. H. Lee, V. R.; Mrs Lucy Blackson, C T. Queen Ester, Tabernacle No. 516 O. O. of F. Daughters of Tabor meet the third Tuesday night in each month at Odd Fellows hall, 2207 Wylie avenue. Mrs. S. T. Wilkinson, H. P.; Mrs. L. Wilkinson, V. P.; Mrs. D. Childs, C. R.; Mrs. E. Masley, C. T. New Castle, Pa. New Castle Lodge, 3725 G. U. O. o. O. F. meet every other Thursday O.兰olo Fitzhugh, P. S. New Castle, Pa. Lodge notices 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, Gathrigh, O. G. Carrie Loun U. G., trustees, Sterling Carter, W. M. Powell and Manuel Berger. The Jewel lodge No. 4611, G. V. O. of Odd Fellows of McDonald, mees first and third Thursday night of each month on Valley street: A. J. Alston, W. G. W. M. Powell, P. S. NOTICE NEWS FROM ALL OHIO CORRESPONDENTS MUST REACH THIS OFFICE NO LATER THAN TUESDAY NOON OF EACH WEEK. MANAGER. CADIZ, OHIO (By Ira Wallace) Mrs. Mary Taylor is very ill. The Busy Bees met at the home of B. S. Lee on Sunday. Miss Bertha Ramsey of Hopedale, is visiting her sister. Mrs. Ola Brown and Miss Myrtle Ramsey. Miss Verl Redmond is spending a few days at Mr. Pleasant and Wheeling. Miss Daisy Davis of Stembenville, is visiting her mother. Mrs. Jennie Davis. Mrs. Rainbow of Wheeling, is the guest of Mrs. Linda Timbers. Alice Carter and Jean Thompson left for Coshooton last week. The sad news of the accident drowning on Sunday of Jean Thompson and Harry Wallace in Tiscarawas river near Coshooton, where they had immortalized the cause caused immortalized family grief and sadness to their many friends. Sampson Corssey is seriously ill. Mrs. Edward Gross of Wheeling, is the guest of Mrs. Charles Gross. Miss Katherine Bolden of Toledo, is visiting relatives of this city. Miss Reba West entertained the H. H. club Friday evening. Mr. Williams of Detroit, is visiting at the home of his sister-in-law, Mrs. Susie White. Alliance, Ohio (By Cyrus Garner.) Thomas Cyrus was an Alliance caller this week. Frank Howard of Salem, was in the city on Wednesday. C. C. Martin of Alliance, was visiting in Salem on Sunday. Miss Edna Ford of Damascus, was an Alliance visitor on Sunday. Mrs. Henrietta Moore was elected delegate to the S. S. Institute to be held in Cleveland in July. Wm. Johnson has returned home from McDonald where he buried his son, Robert, last week. Steubenville, O. (BY S. F. COOK.) Miss Daily and Mary Gouder were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. J. Jefferson on Sunday at Wheeling, W. Va., and they also attended the O. O. P. session at the Court theater. Mrs. Carrence Bennett of M. Phas. and was joined her husband in this office, and the have gone to浸渡 on North Eighth street. The State Club contemned a party to the city club. Mrs. Emma Blankford and Mrs. Vgill, Mrs. Josephine M. McInnion, from West of Pittsburgh and G. O. Cummins of Columbus, were visitors on Sunday at the beside of Miss Gouelo in Thomas, who is certainly ill at the residence of her grandmother, Mrs. Kate Bowman. Linear of Fernwood, was in Pittsburgh last week to see this daughter, Mrs. George E. Johnson. George Johnson spent last Sunday in Pittsburgh with his wife. The Nimble Thimble club will meet at the residence of Mrs. French Wel- THE COURIER If anyone fails to get their paper please call at the Women's Exchange, 217 North Fourth street. East Liverpool, O. East Liverpool, O. (By Izetta Dorsey.) The financial rally at the Second Baptist church on Sunday, May 19 was quite a success, the sum of $471 having been raised. Mrs. Ira Brown's club led with $215, followed by Mrs. William Vaughn with $167, Mrs. W. T. Thomas $9 and Mrs. Porter $60. This church is taking on new life under the leadership of Rev. Dr. Hall. At the afternoon service Rev. Tate of the A. M. E. church preached to a very large appreciative audience. The choir of the Wellsville and Liverpool A. M. E. churches and East End Baptist church furnished excellent music. At the evening service Rev. Dr. Hall preached an excellent sermon to another church. Some Sunday services visiting his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Southall of Ross Meadows. Allyn Viverette's family of Chester, W. W., has moved to Monongahela, Pa., where they will reside in the future. Mr. Viverette will join his family in about two weeks. Winfrey Smith has purchased the barber shop of Mr. Viverette and has moved his family to Chester, W. W. Smithfield, Ohio (By Viola Carter.) Quite a number from here attended the baptizing at Emerson on Sunday, Miss Eva Smith of Fernwood, is the guest of Mrs. Abbie Palmer. D. W. Biggley visited Melntyre on Sunday, John Christian and wife visited their sister at Portland a few days last week. Ed. West, Jr., visited Steubenville on Saturday, Wesley Ford of Steubenville, spent Sunday as the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Geo. W. Veney, Miss Sallie Harris is indisposed. Gerald Binns and Miss Minnie Beall were the guests of friends in Steubenville on Saturday, Mrs. E. H. Harris and daughter, Mrs. E. H. Harris, guises Mrs. Henry Smith of Steubenville on Thursday and Friday, Mrs. Ed. West spent Saturday and Sunday with friends in Steubenville, Mrs. E. H. Harris visited her daughter in Bradley on Monday. Youngstown, O. (By William Saunders.) Mrs. Henry Johnson of Hogue street, was taken to the hospital on Tuesday morning. Mr. Bryant of Boggets street, is very There will be a general meeting at the Mahoning avenue Baptist church on Monday evening, May 27. All members are requested to be present. The following members of Buckeye lodge No. 175, attended the sixth anniversary of Guyhua lodge No. 95, Cleveland on Sunday: J. H. Bobson, Archie Thomas; Gus Green, Thad Wilson, Wm. Saunders, Geo Davis, Gzo Stanup and Clifford Ridley. The memoirs of Logan lodge K. of P. U. R. and courts will hold their memorial exercises on Sunday, May 26, at the Oak Hill avenue A. M. E. church, at 2 p. m. A special program has been set up by Logan lodge meet in lodge room on Saturday evening at 1:00 in special session. All members be present. Mrs. Terrell of Caldwell street, is ill. Dr. C. A. Pettiford was called to Franklin ind. Saturday on account of the illness of his father. Mr. and Mrs. Young of East Front street are rejoicing. It's a boy. Loan lodge of K. P. will give a musical entertainment in Excelsior parlor on Tuesday evening. May 26. Each paid admission will entitle you to a private gold watch. Master Robert Ward is visiting relatives in Cleveland, O. Wheeling, W. Va. (B: Anna J. Gaines) The Y. M. C. A. will hold their meeting at Simpson M. E. church at 4 p. m. Sunday. A very interesting program has been arranged for the occasion. Judge Nesbitt will deliver the address to the men. Dr. E. K. Kennedy, who was a delegate to the A. M. E. general conference that met in Kansas City, has returned Miss Norline Webster, who was the guest of Miss Phoebe Perry for a few days, returned to her home. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas and Attorney Butler were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Huston Davis Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Williams of Fairmont, W. Va. were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. William Campbell Sunday. Mrs. William Wood gave a juvenile literary and musical entertainment last Thursday for the benefit of Wayman A. M. E. church. It was a decided success. Rev. C. A. Mills of South America gave a very interesting lecture on the "Nogroes of South America" at Wayman A. M. E. church. Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Jones of Washington, Pa. were the guests' of Mr. and Mrs. James Moe on Sunday. Lee Gray of Pittsburg, Pa. formerly of Wheeling, was in the city, the guest of the Misses McMechan. Mr. and Mrs. Guy and son of Steubenville, Ohio, who were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Wilbur Dolan of Eoff street, have returned home. The Second regiment held their regimental sermon at the Court theater last Sunday. Rev. G. W. Jenkins delivered a very eloquent sermon to the court. After the sermon General Anderson of Pittsburg, Pa. delivered a well-placed address. Earl Jones sang a song which was appreciated by all. And last, but not least, House of Rufus also was top-seded in the sermon of Miss Erie Stanford with praise which was very interesting. The Holy Sunday personal workers still doing a cool work at Simpson M. E. church resulting in six concerts in the next week. C.A. Webster of Pittsburg, Pa., was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Mason on Sunday. Capt. George Stevenson and wife of Pittsburg were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. James Branson. Walter Norris, Harry Hall and Charles Webster, Jr. of Pittsburg, Pa., were the guests of Miss Clara Steele of Chапли street. Conjured Somebody done put a spell on me! When I shoots craps I dess th'ows three, Er twelve er two—onull I lose. Er what weds me all to tear. En what dess bruck me all to smash I dlose lose eighty cents in cash! I woadish of his' ol' man Green dat live By de bruck-down mill! Is he gone an give A me powdow mix in dat possum roa! Dat' make me fade till 'i's dess a ghost! Oh! he head to tell. Whah I got de spell. But de one dame hit done hit well! Somebody done gone en conjud me! I crump as sof or sof' could be Ter de chicken coop wha de pullets stay~ stay- En do white man come wid his dog en gun- come day! En do white man come wid his dog en gun- Thoo de bahbwiah fence, dat's whah I run! I wondah ef-hit's oll, Mis' Liza Smiff Dat am bent en bowed en lame en stiff. En nent mum'le so when she say 'How'wah? Is she mix dem yubs till dey strike me thoo? Oh, hit's haud ter tell Wha' I got not de spell, But de one dat done hit done well! Somebody lay dain a spell on me! I went dis mawn at a-naf-pas' three Ter de smokehouse dess fer ter gitt a- s spell En a bod 'fell down ker-blim! ker-blam! De end white man's gun scathe shot so wide Dat he speckle me-ev'ry inch er hide! W i wondah e hit's ol' Sis' usy Pratt Wid de three-legged de en d cross-eye cat Is she lay some stuff at mah front do step Fum i bagg er spells dat dey sai she kep? Oh, hit's hahd ter tell Johnny—Paw? Mr. Wise—What, my son? "What is diplomacy?" "Diplomacy, my son, between great powers is termed the exercise of statesmanship, but between individuals it is generally described as lying, with one or two warm adjectives to add to the description of the same." How to Use Them. "We need just a stickyul to fill this column," says the make-up man, "and there isn't a thing to use except that old chestnut of a pointless joke which you said to leave out last week." "All right," decides the editor. "Run it, with a line preceding it saying: 'A highly amusing anecdote was told by Senator Glmph.' and conclude with another line: 'The senator's hearty laugh rolled along the corridors.'" Grin of the Habit "She is so generous," said the first deaf mute, speaking of a friend who was similarly affected. "Is that so?" "Yes. Why, do you know, when no one is around for her to talk to she makes her right hand talk to her left." A Serious Objection. Mrs. Wunder—What is all this labor trouble about, dear? Mr. Wunder—Why, the workmen are demanding an eight-hour day. Mrs. Wunder—How foolish. That would be so absurd. Mr. Wunder—I don't see anything absurd about it. Mrs. Wunder—You don't? Why, that would mean twenty-one days in the week. Would Make a Concession. "No, indeed," says the beauteous creature. "I will not give you a kiss. To me a kiss is a sacred thing." "All right," offers the sincere young man. "Come along. We'll go down to the church and stand on the steps while I kiss you." Local Pride Visitor—I understand that your local millionaire has been given a great many degrees from different colleges. Native—Yep. He's got so many degrees now that we call him the human thermometer. A. L. Ballard Shipping to All Points a Specialty Advertising Pointers The Pittsburg Gourier Has not yet reached the 25,000 circulation class, but it has a circulation of the kind that pays. The Courier readers are loyal patrons of the "standpat" variety. They read the paper through, advertisements and all, and then give it to their friends. They are interested in our steady growth and are helping us grow stronger each week. They read the ads and patronize OUR ADVERTISERS. This confidence of the readers in the Courier is its strongest asset as an advertising medium. MAY WE HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO NUMBER YOU AMONG OUR SATISFIED ADVERTISERS? 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B The favorite preparation of one of Pi Ricallie Agents Wanted Everywhere, Ricallie Agents Wanted Everywhere, MOLDING OF A CHARACTER Matter of the Greatest Moment to Which Too Little Thought Is Directed. To nothing in life, perhaps, is there directed so little thought as to the shaping of a career—the molding of a character. Thousands of men and women around us live their indifferent lives, and pass away without doing anything really worth while, failing to get out of life its best and most beautiful. We need not achieve wonderful things or become great personages high in the esteem of the world; it matters not whether we are king or peasant, the stamp of merit is placed on those who give their whole-hearted attention to whatever they undertake. Whether it be the making on an intricate marvel of workmanship or the execution of everyday duties. Whatever is assigned to us should call forth the best that is in us. Let us not be afraid to examine our faults. It requires courage, certainly, to weigh our own defects and look them bravely in the face; but it is only by so doing that we may overcome them and cast them aside. Shall we be content to drift along without striving to rise above the level of those who do not care? Our character lies in our own hands. There is no one else in the world who can make or mar it. We may be influenced, of course, by good or evil associates, but with ourselves lies the uniform molding of our career. We are the sculptors, our life is the clay. We can make it an indistinguishable mass of material or the masterpiece of a Michelangelo. Which shall we choose? Street Car Repartee. Mrs. Genthrie, a ladylike lady, was seated in the trolley car by the side of a perfect stranger (an almost perfectly perfect stranger), who was getting even by sitting by her side. And so Mrs. Genthrie, that ladylike imitation, she says to that stranger, says she: "What time is it by your watch, please?" And the stranger, says he: "I don't know." "But you just looked at it," pursued our heroine. "I did that." returned the stranger. "But I didn't look at it to see what time it was. Bless you, no. I looked to see if the watch was still there." You can never tell who you're taking next to—Cleveland Plain Dealer Only a Few Hours' Ride. Church—Here's an advertisement of a railroad's night trains. It says "You go to sleep in Philadelphia and wake up in New York." Gotham—Well, I don't generally take stock in railroad advertisements, but I guess that one's true, all right. —Yonkers Stateman. SEVEN Branch Office 920 FEDERAL ST., NORTH SIDE P. & A. Phone 459 North ing Pointers Burg Courier 25,000 circulation class, but of the kind that pays. ral patrons of the "standpat" variety. advertisements and all, and then give interested in our steady, growth and are week. They read the ads and patron- sidence of the readers in the an advertising medium. THE OPPORTUNITY U AMONG OUR SAT- SERS? BURG COURIER My Colored Paper ue, Pittsburg, Pa. Laundry Office HUMM AND STATIONER illiard Parlor On the Hill PITTSBURGH, PA. HAIR GROWER at, June 3, 1906, Serial No. 41302. DAY, 6289 FRANKSTOWN AVENUE Cell Phone 2940-R Hiland. Pittsburgh's most successful hair spec- We make up hair of all kinds. OVERWORK IS, GREAT FOLLY Words of Two Prominent Men That Should be Considered by Every Busy Person. Woman can rail at the folly of overwork and she gets scant heed. Here is what two prominent men have to say about it. Whether they prac- tice as they preach is best known to themselves, but the sentiment is all right. Chauncey Depew has said: "I do not believe in overwork, and the body can not endure it." Kirkham, in his "Resources," writes: "If we do not play enough it is because we are overdood of business and because the modern ideal is, not a well-rounded man of elevated mind, healthy body and divers resources, but a rich man, a man of property—one resource only. Another reason is, play implies leisure, and leisure is the cardinal heresy against the religion of trade, the dogma of business. The orthodox view is a life of constant effort, followed by retirement and rest. The fruit of that doctrine is a host of prematurely old men, symrical, dyspeptic, nervously depleted, without resources, but with money; that is to say, dead men." If instead of nagging, the worrying wife or mother has those two paragraphs stuck in the mirror of the man whose overwork is rankest folly, she may make an impression before the overstrain has earned its sure penalty of a bad breakdown. $nuf$ as an $Exe$ Limmen Snuff as an Eye Limiment. Snuff was once used as an eye limiment, "The Compleat Housewife, or Accomplished Gentlewoman's Companion, which had run into 16 editions by 1758, extols its virtues. Accomplished gentlewomen who find their sight falling with advancing years are advised to rub "the right sort of Portugal snuff into the eyes night and morning and take it also through the nose" This treatment, it is asserted, "cured Sir Edward Beymour, Sir John Houblon and Judge Ayres, so that they could read without precacles after they had used them many years." In Classic Boston. Sims seen in Boston, according to the 'transcript: Placard at a moving picture show: "Young children must have parents." In a barber shop window: "Daring alterations patrons will be shaved in the back." Sign in a Tremont street store: "Empty boxes—suitable for Christmas gifts." In a tailor's shop: "We dye for others, why not let us dye for you." In a clothing store: "These pants will look better on your legs than on our hands." A silvermith has a place next door to a restaurant. The former having put up a placard: "Jewelry of all kinds plated." The restaurant keeper followed with this: "Oysters and little neck clams plated." --- A boy and an old man sit in a chair. Of the THIRD GENERATION HY did they want to kill one an- other, grandpa? It was the eve before Memorial day. The tousted head of my boy nested contentedly beside my lath- WHY did they want to kill one another grandpa? was the eve before Memorial day. The toasted head of my boy nestled contentedly beside my father's grizzled beard. The veteran had been chatting reminiscently of the old Homeric Civil war days, of bronze, forced march and battle field. He had taken from his closet the dusty blue boat, with the bronze star in its buttothole, and had furnished it up and tried it on, to see if it would pass muster for the stress and glory of one more Memorial day parade on the morrow. The lad was a good listener and a good questioner. Snuggled there on the patriarch's knee, he playfully twirled the bronze star in the lapel of the blue coat. He had been absorbing a lesson in his country's history. The veteran ran his guarded fingers through the boy's hair fondly as he heard the question, but the old man had grown thoughtfully silent. "Why did you have to shoot' each other, grandpa?" An indulgent smile mellowed the deep lined face as the soldier made answer: "Ah, laddle, boy, that's a question that has puzzled many an older head than yours. But, you see, the country was divided about some very important matters. The north and the south couldn't seem to see things alike. Well, they tried to fix it up one way and another, but finally it came down to this question—whether the United States of America was to be one country or more than one. Both sides thought they were right, no doubt. They couldn't agree about it, and both sides were so sure they were right that they were willing to die for their belief. So in the end they just had to fight it out and settle it. Maybe we'll find a better way to settle these differences some day, but that won't be in my time and perhaps not in yours either, laddle, boy." "Well, your side won, didn't it, grandpa?" "Yes, my boy, there's only one country here now," said the old man simply. "Your side was the bravest, wasn't it, grandpa." "No, son; we used to think so once. I suppose. The other fellows thought they were the bravest, too, but we all got better acquainted at lull Run and Chancellorsville and Geitysburg and Spotsylvania County House, and some of those other military societies, and I guess we're all content to call quits on the question of bravery. Our side had the most men and the most money—what they call resources, you know—but I wouldn't like to say today that we had the better soldiers." "How many men were on your side?" was the lad's next question. "Oh, more than you could possibly imagine, my little man. Those were big armies, but my old friend General Boynton had it figured out that under President Lincoln's nine different calls for troops there were about 2,500,000 northern soldiers called in to the field during the four years the war lasted. That included the men who only served a short time and the old coders like me, who weren't fit much else and who enlisted for the whole war." ```markdown ``` The boy's eyes were big with wonder as he strove to comprehend the figures. Then in a voice of childish awe he whispered: "How many of all those men got killed?" Moses' Choice. On being asked which manner of death he thought was preferable, being killed in a railroad wreck or drowned. Moses the colored servant, promptly replied: "Railroad wreck." We asked him why he preferred railroad wreck and he made the following rejoinder: "If you is killed on de railroad, dar yo' is, but if you is drowned in de fubber, what is yo' F"—Mack's National Monthly. their days, or left an arm, like me, at Petersburg or somewhere else—I really couldn't say. There must have been hundreds of thousands crippled like that." The boy fondled the empty sleeve of the old blue coat thoughtfully and nestled closer as he murmured: "I'm sorry they got you, grandpa, but you never ran away from them, did you?" he added proudly. This in a tone of confidence, rather than imply. ```markdown ``` "I didn't I thought," laughed the old man. "You'd n't thought I was one of those — what do you call you — Marathones, the w. y. I ran down there at Manahasas, ladder boy. But, there was plenty of others of us in that scramble. Why we never stopped and ti we got across the Potomac and into Washington, we were so keen in that sprint. But then, added the veteran, apologetically, "there were times afterward when the 'Johnies' had to run, too, for that matter." "How many soldiers did the 'Johnies' have, grandpa?" The old soldier stroked his beard contemptively with his one remaining hand. "Well, son, we have to admit nowadays that we outnumbered the Johnies." Their records are not so complete as ours are—got lost somewhere in the shuffle, I guess—but during the four years they mustered somewhere above a million men altogether. Toward the end their recruiting officers fairly robbed the cradle and the grave for soldiers, as we used to say. After February of 64 Old Jen Davis forced all the "white men—or boys—between seventeen and fifty years old, to go into the army and stay in until the end of the war. And we Yankees may as well admit to their credit that most of 'em didn't need to be forced, either." "Lots of them got killed, I suppose?" said the child. "Yes, indeed, laddle boy. Their losses were as big as ours in proportion to numbers engaged—heavier, I dare say—but they don't know just how many were killed and wounded on their side. And, besides all the loss of life and the sorrow and suffering, their homes and their farms were ruined, so that they haven't recovered from it yet, and the war cost us in money hundreds and hundreds of millions of dollars." The big, wondering eyes of the little chap were dropping in. I bedtime had come for the little men of the third generation since Appointatox. He sighed with a sleepy but comfortable sense of perfect security and content. "Anyhow, grandpa," he murmured, "it settled all right now, isn't it?" "Yes, laddle boy, it's all settled and settled right, I guess. It's only one country here now and there are no shaves in it, and it's growing bigger and stronger and grander every minute." The tousled head snuggled closer to the empty coat sleeve. I glanced up from my desk, where I had been listening to their warlike dialogue. The boy's eyes had closed in slumber. Soon the old soldier, too, had settled back into the sleepy hollow chair and was off to the land of Nod, the lad well launched on the dreamless current of childhood sleep, the veteran perchance to live again in visions through youthful days of camp and trench and battle carnage. Let him sleep. I thought; he will need all his remaining strength for the short trump tomorrow with the remnant of the boys in blue.—New York Herald. The Old Flag. I come with a full heart and a steady hand to salute the flag that flours above me—my flag and your flag—the flag of the Union—the flag of the free hearts' hope and home—the star-spangled banner of our fathers—the flag that, splitted triumphantly over a few brave men, has never been observed; destined by the god of the umpirese to waff on its sample folds the eternal song of freedom to all mankind, emblem of the power on earth which is to exceed that of which it was said the sun never went down—Col. Henry Waterson. In passing the Grand Army of the the world shortly before he died, President McKinley said: "The circle is narrowing. One matter another is crossed out by the black pencil of grim death. Day after day until and we hear of veterans who are not present but accompany us. They have gone to the great impiety of our comrades who might beneath the low green tree whose curains never swing Earned It. At a country school in the Midlands the head master said: "Now boys, I will give a penny to the first lad who can ask me a question which I cannot answer." Several tried unsuccessfully until one boy asked him: "Please, sir, if you stood up to your neck in soft mud and I threw a stone at your head, would you duck?" The question remained unanswered. - Ideas. HOMESTEAD HOMESTEAD Last Sunday was quarterly meeting at the church. P. E. N. D. Temple preached two soul-stirring sermons Sunday morning and evening. At 4 o'clock Rev. Wilson of St. Paul A. M. Church. South Side, delivered a sermon that shall be long remembered by all who heard him. After the collection was taken Rec. C. R. Goggins gave the counter reporter the opportunity to speak in behalf of the Court. After the reporter had taken his seat Rev. Dr. Temple spoke some wise encouraging words concerning the Court and advised every Negro to read the Court. R. E. R. Goggins, who has been to Minnesota,印 on account of the illness of his father-in-law, is back home and reports that his father-in-law is soon improved. There will be a grand entertainment at the church on May 26 for the benefit of the trustees. Mrs. Trene Veney, who has been seriously ill is improving nicely. Miss Rosse Cundiff was a Terrace visitor last Monday. The Q. E. chapter met last Friday evening in Vaunders hall on Seventh avenue. Mrs. Jesse Jackson, so far,. The Harmony club was entertained by Mrs. Harry Hobson at the home of Mrs. Staunton of Menhall terrace. Miss Mabel Winbush, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Winbush, has returned home from the hospital where she has been canned for more than seven months. Miss Winbush received severe burns about her body and was taken to the hospital where she remained until last Monday. Miss Winbush is a dutiful member of Clark Memorial Baptist Sunday school. She has been missed very much since her thirtieth. Miss Rachel Bell was a Mongessen visitor last Sunday and attended the K. of P. sermon at the Wayman A. M. E. church. Miss Georgette Jackson, was a caller on Miss Matilda Taylor last Sunday. Mrs. Sallie Hake of Rankin, is very much improved. Mrs. Jeffressa was a caller on Mr. and Mrs. Chambers last Friday. Mrs. J. M. Blake is seriously ill. Mr. and Mrs. Davis of Sixteenth street. Mrs. Wilson and Mrs. Hewitt and Mrs. Gibson of East End, were callers on Mr. and Mrs. Crutchfield last Sunday evening. Mrs. Crampton of Thirteenth avenue, worshiped with Warren last Sunday morning and spent the remainder of the day visiting friends in East End. Mrs. Georgie Marks, a former resident of Homestead, was brought from her later home in Youngstown, O., last Sunday, seriously ill. Mrs. Marks is at the home of her mother, Mrs. Charleston of Glenstreet. William Lipscomb, a former child of this house, was missed his course of pharmacy, which he undertook some time at the U. of P. Mr. Lipscomb has opened a fine drug store in Braddock and expects the patronage of his many friends of Homestead. Mr. Lipscomb is the grandson of Tucker Clark, a well-known citizen of Homestead. Another Homestead dad who is making good is Bud Brown, who is known for his hard hitting in the ring. Brown is not only a hard-hitting pugilist, but he is also a hard hitting baseball magnet. Brown is playing good ball for the Pitsburg Giants and is making for himself an unimpeachable record. Miss Eva Cardwell was a caller on Miss Mabel Cardwell on Sunday. The Social Few will be entertained at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Kerns on the first Saturday in June. Mrs. Jesse Jackson was a Pittsburgh visitor last week. Mrs. A. P. Hady was a McKeesport visitor on Sunday. The Homestead Male quartet and the Queen quartet (female), have combined themselves into what is known as the Homestead Choral club. The club will be in Sewickley on Thursday night. They have made arrangements for the Baptist church of Sewickley and have been working faithfully, for the past two weeks. Clark's Memorial Baptist Church. Mary of the outtown visitors that were in Homestead on Sunday worshiped with the Clark Memorial Baptist church. Among those present were Rev. Scroeter and wife, who met with the B. Y. P. U., and both gave a very interesting and soul-sounding talk. The B. Y. P. U. is doing great work and all are invited to attend. Those present last Sabbath were highly entertained spiritually, as well as literally. Mrs. Swan of Pittsburg, our church organist, gave us quite a musical treat by playing a piano selection. The choir quarrel awakened us with their sweet melodic, while Miss Gussie Sagardes, another patient, made it applauded to a that we present. The May fair last week was a success. We are glad to have friend visitors to attend all services. We did all welcome. Drts for an Earthquake An old lady was straying at a hotel at Nice at the time of the earthquake. "My dear," she was wont to say, "was simply tumbled out of bed and the ceiling cracked. I threw on a fur cloak and unconceously pulled on one long black suede glove, and when I got down to the hall and found all the other guests—my dear, I was the best dressed woman there." Chivalry. Chivalry has never been shown to all women, but only to a few women of the upper classes, particularly the pretty ones.—Mrs. Zangwill. NOTICE. ALL OUT-OF-TOWN NOTES MUST BE IN THIS OFFICE BY WEDNESDAY NOON. TO ALL AGENTS—WE FIND IT NECESSARY TO MAKE OBLIGATORY UPON ALL AGENTS TO SEND REMITTANCE WITH NOTES TO INSURE PUBLICATION. MUST HAVE CHURCH NEWS TUESDAY. The Pittsburgh Courier is the only Afro-American Newspaper published in Greater Pittsburgh Read it. It is your paper. THE HOUSEHOLD 908-910 PENN AVE. 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