Pittsburgh Courier

THE PITTSBURGH COURIER MAJ. R. R. WRIGHT'S GOOD EFFECTIVE PLEA CIRCULATION BOOKS ARE OPEN TO ADVERTISERS VOL. JH. NO. 28. Bill Appropriating Funds For Exposition May Pass—Noted Educator's Argument Washington.-Major R. R. Wright, president of the Georgia State Industrial college and the president of the American emancipation exposition, scored another victory for the race in his recent address before the house appropriation committee of congress. He made a strong and convincing argument in behalf of the $250,000 appropriation for the Negro semi-centennial exposition. The special committee co-operating with Major Wright: consisted of the following persons: Messrs. J. J. Fitzgerald, chalrman; Charles L. Bartlett, Thomas U. Sisson; Joseph G. Cannon, Frederick H. Gillett. Major Wright seems to have again made a very favorable impression upon the house committee. The report of his hearing before the committee contains sixteen pages. The committee decided to report the bill favorably to congress. The general belief is that it will pass without much difficulty. Bishop Alexander Walters, who is interested in the bill, wrote Major Wright that he had seen Speaker Champ Clark, House Leader Underwood and Chairman Fitzgerald and that all had agreed to the passage of the bill. It has the endorsement of some of the leading white philanthropists, such as M. MAJOR R. R. WRIGHT. R. C. Ogden, George Foster Peabody, William J. Schieffelin and others. It also has the indorsement of the lending periodicals, Dr. Lyman Abbott and William Hayes Ward have also indorsed the movement. It is gratifying to know that a number of the governors of southern states, such as of Georgia, Florida, South Carolina, North Carolina, West Virginia and Kentucky, have indorsed the idea of holding such an exposition. Major Wright and his friends began the matter in its second stage last April and have been successful in getting it through the senate and halfway through the house, where it now occupies a favorable position. One of the members of the committee on appropriations asked Professor Wright to tell something about himself. This is quite satisfactorily answered in that famous publication known as "Who Is Who in America." This notable biographical dictionary contains the names of a very large number of America's notable men. It speaks of Major Wright as follows: Richard Robert Wright, college president. Born in Dalton, Ga., May 16, 1855; son of Robert Wadell and Harriet (Lynch) Wright; A. B. 1876, A. M. 1879, Atlanta university; LL.D. Wilberforce university, Ohio, 1890; married L. Elizabeth Howard of Columbus, Ga., June 7, 1877; began teaching Augusta, Ga., 1880; president Georgia State Industrial college (colored), Savannah, 1891; organizer and president Georgia State Colored Agricultural and Industrial association 1907; president Georgia State Agricultural and Industrial fair 1908. "Major Wright served as additional paymaster, with rank of major, volunteers. Aug. 3 to Dec. 1, 1898; trustee Atlanta university, delegate to four Republican conventions, declined appointment E. E. and M. P. to Liberia, tendered by President McKinley; Congregationalist, Mason, member American Historical association, National Educational association, etc.; author historical and other papers and articles in periodical press; address Savannah, Ga." Mention the Coarier in answering advertisements. The Paper That Promotes Progress RANK RACE PREJUDICE SHOWN IN HOMEWOOD A Merchant's Rediculous Advertisement and Other Race Discriminations Mr. Editor of the Courier: Sir, I may be allowed the space in your valuable paper. I would like to voice a protest against this rank race produce that is bobbing up here and there in our city most too frequently to go unnoticed. A few days ago there appeared in your paper an article concerning a narrow-minded white-livered merchant at the Homewood district, who advertised the fact that he did not employ "Negroes or foreigners" in the making of his products. Again in this same locality the Negroes are being forced to submit to racial discriminations at the hands of the same type of low, contemptible men, who not content to confine their animosity to their private business have invaded the public school system of this district. The Homewood Board of Trade composed of the bigoted merchants of this district, will hold their annual outing or picnic at Kennywood park June 28, to which is invited the public schools of the Homewood, Brushton and Crescent district. At this picnic there are races for boys and girls, men and women, for which prizes are listed, donated by these merchants, and the "committee reserves the right to determine, who shall enter any and all contests." Listed on the program is a "special boys race" and a "special girl's race," for which prizes are offered. Now these "special races are for the Negro school children and it is distinctly understood that they will be excluded from participating in all others. Two years ago at this same picnic of the school, our Board of Trade, the Negro children were refused entrance to any race, and last year this feature was added, but fortunately the children were so great not one would enter. Now since our children go to these mixed schools are we as citizens and voters to stand idly by and allow an organization or body of men in this city, step in or on any pretext, put up the bars of race discrimination and dictate the policy of our great public school system. Men, I say, it is time to awaken up. Let us leading men get together and stir up a sentiment that will sweep down upon our school authorities and purge the system of these base prejudices that exist. If this matter is not stopped now it only means that the next step will be the exclusion of Negro school children entirely from this picnic. God knows there is too much racial distinction in these schools now, without the interference of outside influence. Let us register a protest that will be as mountainous as the clouds and be as loud as the elements. Yours for the right. (Signed.) HENRY P. PAYNE. Militant Race Organization Will Meet In Philadelphia, Wednesdey, July 3 GOOD WORK ACCOMPLISHED Philadelphia.—The National Independent Political league will hold its fifth annual meeting in this city instead of at Harpers Ferry. The sessions of the convention will be held in the Zion Baptist church. North Thirteenth street above Wallace street, for three days beginning July 3. Any member of the race who is an independent in politics and who believes in supporting men and measures rather than parties is eligible to membership. Local leagues in each state are requested to be represented by delegates at the coming annual meeting as matters of vital interest to the race will come up for consideration. Besides the election of national and state officers, the league will decide upon what candidates for president and vice president it will support in the campaign to be waged in the fall between the two great national political parties. In speaking of the importance of taking timely action in the matter by the league, President John R. Clifford says: "The coming campaign will offer a unique and unequaled opportunity to every independent, manly, unselfish and intelligent colored voter to strike for the full manhood, political, civil and industrial rights of his race. We therefore urge every elector to seize the opportunity and act the part of a man. "Lynchings, race hatred, colorphobia, industrial discrimination, segregation, exclusion from the ballot box and from the state militia of the south and peonage are all the products of disfranchisement and will be remedied only when the race learns to use the ballot everywhere in America to force political parties to accord to all American citizens equal rights, opportunities and protection. "The times are freewith great possibilities as well as great dangers. As loyal American citizens we are interested in preserving to the people of this country a republican form of government and a fair show and exact justice to every citizen of the country. We believe that the independent, manly, intelligent and unselfish colored voters are equal to the task and will rise up in their might and help to put down forever demagogues, time servers, the rule of bosses, the corrupt politician, the possessor of special privileges and the oppressor." NOTICE! ON ACCOUNT OF NEXT THURSDAY BEING FOURTH OF JULY, ALL COPY MUST BE IN OFFICE NOT LATER THAN TUESDAY NOON.—(MANAGER.) Everybody is doing it. What? Why reading the Courier. PITTSBURG PA., JUNE 28, 1912. BISHOP TELLS OF THE PROGRESS OF METHODISTS Good Work of the General Conference. Many Vital and Grave Matters Discussed $30,000.00 HAD BEEN SAVED New York. — The ninety-second annual session of the New York annual conference of the A. M. E. Zion church, which convened in the Harlem A. M. E. Zion church, in this city. Wednesday morning, June 19, and closed Monday, June 24, was a big success. It was the second annual conference of the church after the general conference, which was recently held in Charlotte. Bishop J. W. Hood, senior bishop of the connection and the oldest living prelate of the race, presided at the conference. He was assisted by Bishop J. C. Caldwell. The Harlem A. M. E. Zion church, of which Rev. Dr. J. H. McMullen is pastor, is a new edifice and is valued at $50,000. The church was built since the last annual conference of the church and is one of the finest in the connection. At the conference many vital and grave matters pertaining to the church were discussed, and when the conference closed it went down on record as having cleared up much business of the connection. One of the most important matters taken up was the matter in reference to rebuilding the girl's dormitory at Livingstone college, which was recently destroyed by fire. The conference pledged to accept the proposition of the general educational board that $12,500 of the amount would be given if $37,500 would be raised by the connection. The New York conference of the Zion church is the mother conference of the connection and extends from Troy to Sag Harbor. There are thirty-seven churches and six missions in the conference, and some of the most prominent churchmen of the connection are members. Bishop Hood, the dean of the Zion bishopric, has been presiding over the New York conference for twenty-six years, which is the longest period that any Negro bishop has presided over one district. When the conference opened for the first session a large number of delegates was present. The opening session had to do with the organization of the conference and the annual conference greeting, which is always a feature of the conference. The principal feature of the second day's session was the Episcopal address of Bishop Hood, which was one of the most notable addresses ever heard before the conference. Bishop Hood spoke as follows: "A supervising and ever ruling Providence has graciously brought us together again to transact the business of the yearly conference. I humbly acknowledge the great obligation we are under to give praise to our glorious heavenly Father for the many manifestations of his loving kindness and favor toward us." Continuing, Bishop Hood said: "The twenty-fourth quadrennial for the connection at large closed with the general conference, and the twenty-fifth began. The new conference year, which will begin at the close of this conference. will begin under a new order of things arranged by the general conference. "The general conference was the best we have ever had. The delegates were remarkable for intelligence and earnestness and aimed to accomplish the best results." Bishop Hood stated that by wise economy at the general conference $30,000 had been saved. MARRIAGE LICENSES Hubert S. Sharpe ... Pittsburgh Francena M. Robinson ... Pittsburgh William A. Cox ... Greensburg, Pa. Serena Brown ... Clarksburst, W. Va. Alfred B. Carv ... Pittsburgh Lillian L. Wilson ... Pittsburgh Cari W. Taylor ... Pittsburgh Bessie Fearl Clay ... Pittsburgh James Alfred Gallagher ... Pittsburgh Bessie Edna Bolden ... Pittsburgh George Bell ... Pittsburgh Mary Lecona Evans ... Pittsburgh Panda Porter ... Federal, Pa. Lizzie Neison ... Federal, Pa. Miffed B. Carv ... Pittsburgh Lillian G. Wilson ... Pittsburgh John McPherson ... Pittsburgh Gertrude B. Collins ... Pittsburgh John F. Mowney ... Pittsburgh Katherine M. Dver ... Pittsburgh Wen, Galoway Cutts ... Pittsburgh Ada Graham Maboney ... Pittsburgh Armstead M. Taylor ... Pittsburgh Marzaret S. Kabler ... Pittsburgh William Banks ... Wilkinsburg, Pa. Mary Melissa Fullum ... Pittsburgh Attention Do you know advice the life of any new have any of our people in your town see the any of the white have trade with our patronize this paper the readers. What an advertiser desir—(Manager.) Educational Pa We Expect to Enlarge This Year On Third Educational Pa Which Will Be Published July 13 We want the names of all gr Schools, High Schools and Colleges by this paper. If you want your photograph and $1.50 to cover cost 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. Young Institution Hold Its First Anniversary and Is Growing in Public Favon INDORSEMENT OF EDUCATORS Cranford, N. J.-Thursday, June 27, marked the first anniversary and commencement of the Alpha Industrial institute in this town, of which the Rev. Page M. Beverly is president. The anniversary sermon was preached by the Rev. Dr. E. W. Roberts of Plainfield, and the baccalaurate address was delivered by the Rev. Dr. A. Clayton Powell of New York. The exercises were well attended by visitors and friends of the school from most all sections of the state. Much interest is being manifested in the work of the institution by the leading white and colored citizens of the community and immediate vicinity in which it is located. The school had its inception in the thrift and industry of Mr. Page M. Beverly, who communicated his ideas and plans to a number of ministers. The result was the formation of the school, which is incorporated under the laws of the state. It has the endorsement of the white Baptist state convention, from which it receives substantial encouragement. The faculty is composed of a group of interested mep and women well qualified for the work. A thorough course in the elementary branches is given the students before they are allowed to enter upon the various trades and industrial branches. The academic department prepares the student for college. The Bible training school gives a thorough course in Bible study, pastoral theology and church history. President Beverly is an energetic young man of great ambition and self reliance. He believes in the possibilities of the school as set forth in the articles of incorporation. He has the endorsement of the leading educators and prominent men of both races in his section. Mr. Beverly is a former student of Virginia Union university and is doing a work of uprising among our people which no other man has dared to undertake in this part of New Jersey. During the summer President Beverly will devote much time to lecture work in the interest of the school. MRS. F. G. MITCHELL DIED AT WILBERFORCE Mrs. Fannie Mitchell, widow of the late Dr. John G. Mitchell, one of the three founders of Wilberforce University, and who at the time of his death was a dean in Payne Theological Seminary, died at 7 o'clock Saturday evening at her home in Wilberforce, O. Her death was due to a complication of diseases, and came after an illness of three weeks' duration. She had not been in good health for several years and had been spending her winters in the south on that account. She returned from Florida less than two months ago. The deceased was born June 29, 1828, and was thus nearly 74 years of age at the time she died. She was prominent in educational work in her early life having taught school in Cincinnati and in the south. She was also identified with Wilberforce in earlier years. She was widely and favorably known and her death throws a pall of sadness over Wilberforce. During her last illness she was cared for by two nieces, Mrs. Minnie Battles Simpson of Wrenville and Mrs. Ada Napier of Springfield. James Henry Koger . Homestead, Pa. Lillie E. Anderson . Pittsburgh William Banks . Pittsburgh Pearl Shiver . Pittsburgh James McWright . Pittsburgh Eleanore Harris . Pittsburgh Robert Hopkins . Pittsburgh Bessie Colhart . Pittsburgh 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.) BISHOP W. B. JOHNSON HEADS THE BAPTISTS The forty-ninth annual commencement of Wilberforce is past. Following the presentation of diplomas to the 76 graduates Thursday noon by Prof. W. S. Scarborough, president men. The degree of L.L.D. was greed were conferred on several prominent men. The degree of L.L.D. was conferred on Bishop J. Albert Johnson of the South African Diocese, Bishop Levi J. Coppin of Philadelphia, and Hon. J. C. Napier, Registrar of the United States Treasury. The degree of M. A. was conferred upon Dr. A. H. Hathaway, president of the Edward Water college of Florida, and William Stewart, a newspaper man of New Jersey, a brother of Chaplain Stewart of Wilberforce. Prof. W. S. Scarborough of the University was re-elected for another year. All of the old teachers will return next year with the exception of Miss Derrick, teacher of French, who resigned. Miss Addie Lee will take charge of this department in connection with her other work. The C. N. and L. Board's closing session lasted until 2:30 o'clock Thursday morning. The time was occupied in discussing the affairs of the department. All of the teachers were re-elected. Bishop's Council Was Held. The semi-annual meeting of the Bishops' Council was held at the University Friday. The purpose of this council is to consider the condition and the needs of the A. M. E. churches in Africa, South America, the isles of the Sea, Canada and America. The bishops in attendance were as follows: Bishop H. N. Turner of Georgia; Bishop Levi J. Coppin of Philadelphia; Bishop J. Albert Johnson of Africa; Bishop Charles S. Smith of Detroit, Bishop Evans Tyree of Nashville, Bishop B. F. Lee, Bishop J. H. Jones of Wilberforce; Bishop W. D. Chappelle of South Carolina, Bishop R. T. Tanner of Philadelphia, Bishop W. B. Derrick of Flushing, N. Y.; Bishop C. P. Shaffer of Chicago, Bishop W. H. Heard of Africa, Bishop John Hurst of Washington, D. C., Bishop Conner of Arkansas. A plan to lift the entire deft of Wilberforce University, which amounts to about $25,000, before the meeting of the one hundredth general conference of the A. M. E. church in Philadelphia, in 1916, is being mapped out by the Board of Trustees of the institution and judging from the men who have been chosen to conduct the campaign, the work is as good as completed. Bishop C. T. Shaffer was chosen to head the campaign for (Continued on Page Five). ENTIRE CONNECTION WITH SELECTION ENTIRE CONNECTION IS PLEASED WITH SELECTION OF BISHOP JONES BISHOP JOSHUA H, JONES Bishop Joshua H. Jones was born in Lexington county, South Carolina, June 15, 1856. He was converted at the early age of ten years and immediately joined the Shady Grove A. M. E. church of the Bull Swamp Circuit, Columbia annual conference, South Carolina, and has been an ardent member of the A. M. E. church from that day until now without a single change. At the age of fourteen years, he was made Sunday school teacher, and at the age of sixteen years, he was made superintendent. By the time he was eighteen years old he had served in all of the local spiritual and temporal offices of his church and was then, licensed as a local preacher. The pastors soon dis- covered his usefulness them. He was a harrying his studies into of the night by the pine acquired education rapid child of marked ability. At the age of twenty entered the Normal and paratory Course of City, Orangeburg, South ishing the course in 15 went out to teach and year; returning to Claire the College Course in 1 with the degree B. A. damned not yet satisfied tainments, he entered versity, Washington, D. (Continued on Par) THE PAPER THAT REACHES THE HOME FIVE CENTS A COPY B. JOHNSON HE BAPTISTS Noted Pulpitor Chosen By New England Convention—Reports Indicate Progress MEETING HELD IN ORANGE ORANGE, N. J. - The thirty-eight annual meeting of the New England Baptist missionary convention, which closed its sessions in the Union Baptist church in this town on Monday, June 17, was the largest held for many years. Delegates representing the various phases of the work in eleven states were present and made encouraging reports of their achievements. The convention was in session five days and transacted a deal of business. President William A. Creditt, LL. D., presided over the deliberations until the new officers were elected and installed. The welcome of behalf of the ministers' conference of New Jersey was delivered by the Rev. Dr. J. C. Love of Montclair and on behalf of the white people by the Rev. Mr. Holden of Orange. The Rev. Dr. John F. Patterson, pastor of the Central Presbyterian church, welcomed the convention on behalf of [Name] his denomination. His remarks, so did the former speakers', affected much applause. "The day has passed," said Dr. Patterson, "when high walls' are (Continued on Page Eight.) IS PLEASED ON OF BISHOP JONES covered his usefulness and aid to them. He was a hard student, carrying his studies into the late hours of the night by the pine torchlight. He acquired education rapidly and was a child of marked ability from the start. At the age of twenty-one years he entered the Normal and College Preparatory Course of Claflin University, Orangeburg, South Carolina, finishing the course in 1880. He then went out to teach and preach one year; returning to Claflin he entered the College Course in 1881, graduating with the degree B. A. in 1885. Not daunted nor yet satisfied with his attainments, he entered Howard University, Washington, D. C., where he (Continued on Pare Right.) NOTICE ON ACCOUNT OF NEXT THURSDAY BEING FOURTH OF JULY, ALL COPY MUST BE IN OFFICE NOT LATER THAN TUESDAY NOON.—(MANAGER.) Last Sunday was Children's day at Bethel. Rev. G. T. Smith preached at the morning service and the large congregation present was delighted. At the evening service the superintendent of the Sabbath school was in charge and the children rendered an interesting program. Many of the larger schools took part. Mary T. B. Howard, and Earl Campton, delivered spindled addresses; J. H. Jones sang a solo. Collection $39. Rev. and Mrs. G. T. Smith attended a reception given by Mrs. Chas Moore at Pittston last Thursday evening. The reception was given in honor of Rev. H. L. Hughes, pastor of St Luke's A. M. E. church of that place. Those were: Rev. H. A. Cuff. Rev. and Mrs. G. T. Smith and Mrs. Harry Patience. The function was one of the most exquisite and update ever given in that city. Music and songs were indulged in by those present until a late hour, when all departed for their homes wishing Mr. and Mrs. Charles Moore many happy returns. Mrs. Smith of Rocky Mount. N. C., is visiting with her daughter, Mrs. C. Crump at Dalton. Pa. Mr. and Mrs. Charles C. Smith spent last Sunday with Mrs. Crump. Leon Patterson was graduated from the Technical High school last Tuesday. He expects to continue his studies at Howard university next term. We congratulate him upon his success. Oriental Lodge No. 80, F. & A. M. initiated four new members last Friday night and at the close of the ceremonies a banquet was held at the Hotel Newport. Covers were laid for 50, and a grand time was enjoyed by all. Mrs. D. T. Brown is on the sick list, but is convalescent. Mrs. T. E. Howes is up and out again and has resumed the teaching of her class in the Sabbath school. Next Sabbath is grand rally day at Bethel, and every member is expected to pay his or her subscription. We hope to largely increase the building fund for the new church. The Young Girls I. A. will hold a two-night entertainment, the 2nd and 3rd of July. All the members are expected to be present each night. Monongahela Monongahela (By Helen I. Batch.) Richard Kemper and Miss Emma Brown, Wm. Catlin, the Misses Mary and Catherine Jefferson, Miss Helen Batch, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Richards and Mrs. Thomas Viverrett attended the picnic at Olympia park, Monday, June 24. Mr. and Mrs. S. B. Batch were in Pittsburgh Sunday morning visiting the Masonic sermon W. W. nann who has undergone an operation at the Pittsburgh hospital. Mr. Batch continued his trip to McDonald and attended the Masonic sermon there and he also visited his son, Stephen J. Batch of Burgertstown and remained there over night and attended the picnic at Olympia park on Monday. Miss Pearl Montgomery is on the sick list. The Allen Endeavor league of the Bethel A. M. E. church had a lawn-fete at the home of Mrs. D. A. McPheron on Gear street. Samuel Lynch was a caller at the home of Miss Rosa Wake Friday and Sunday. Mrs. Ida Smith of Donora, was a caller in Monongahela last Saturday. Miss Helen Batch was a caller at the residence of the Misses Willie and Mary Bacon West Monongahela last Sunday evening. Many people from Monongahela attended the Sunday school convention on Friday at Charierol. A small box containing three pictures was lost at the party given by Miss Sallie Hopson on Third avenue, June 18. Finder will please return to the editor of the Monongahela notes. BUTLHR, PA. (By Lena Smith.) Margaret Docherty and little sister Dorothy Docherty of Pittsburgh, are visiting their aunt; Mrs. Saddle Burkart. Miss Jean Rollins has chaged her residence from North Butler to Cleveland street extension. Rev Jones returned from Kittanning on Monday evening. The A. M. E. church expects to hold a rally June 30, he will entertain at the A. M. E. church Tuesday night. Rev Jones on his way home attended the Armstrong Sunday School association which was largely attended. Delegates from every church in the county were there. JEANNETTE (By C. Hudson Stevenson.) (BY C. Hudson Stevenson.) Mrs. Ellen Thompson called on Mrs. Sarah Stevenson Thursday. Ed Handley left for Philadelphia last Tuesday to spend a week with his mother. Mrs. Eda B. Holly, Myles Stevenson and M. and Mrs. Wm. R. Stevenson spent a few days in Uniontown the guests of the latter's mother, Mrs. Carrie Wells. Misses Mazie Williams of Hermanie, Olive Norman of McKeesport, Eva Stevens of Greensburg and Daisie Swann and Beatrice Arthur called on Miss Monella Stevens Tuesday. Miss Olive Norman of McKeesport, is spending a few days with her aunt, Mrs. Jane Thompson, Ernest Robinson spent last Tuesday at his home in Connellsville. Miss Hazel Stevenson spent a few days with her cousin, Miss Bernice Simpson of Manor. Joseph J. Preston was in Manor Saturday. Misses Laura and Daisy Stevens, Bessie James, Monella Stevens, Beatrice Arthur, Anna Preston and Arcnie Swann and Mrs. E. B. Holley had parts in the play given in Greeneburg Friday night. Among the specators from this place wee Meedames Fannie and Ethel Preston, Jane Thompson and Anna Swann, Misses Olive Norman and Hazel Stevenson and W. R. Stevenson, Bev. Stevens and Thos. Preston. Mrs. Ellen Thompson and daughter Lucy were shopping in Greeneburg Saturday. BEAVER FALLS (By Eva Holmes.) The Masons of Beaver county wish to thank all who attended their services at St. John's A. M. E. church last Sunday. Presiding Eder N. D. Temple delivered a fine sermon to the order. J. W. Butler of Beaver; was a Beaver Falis visitor on last Sunday. Mrs. Chas. Cole of Bridgewater, had for her guests last Wednesday, Mrs. J. C. West of Pittsburgh. Madame M. Ophelia Bell spent last Sunday in Pittsburgh. Miss Marcella Butler of Beaver, accompanied by little Julia Bird and Master William Butler, attended the Sunday services last Saturday in Beaver.Falis. Miss Jeannette Jones of New Castle, attended the Masons sermon at St. John's A. M. E. church. Rev. Dr. Ross, pastor of Second Baptist church, Rochester, delivered a soul-sitting sermon last Sunday evening. Dr. Ross has endured himself to the people in general of Beaver county. The mortgage burning celebration held at Wayman Chapel A. M. E. church, New Brighton, June 16-21, was a success. Those who assisted during the week were: Mrs. Rebecca Aldridge, the Rev. B. H. Lee, Rev. R. H. Morris of Pittsburgh, Rev. C. W. Ross and choir of Second Baptist church of Rochester, Rev. W. M. Nelson and choir of Second Baptist church, Reaver Falls. Remarks were made by Presiding Bishop Temple father of mother, the oldest member of the church and at 10:15 p.m the mortgage was burned amid cheers and singing. The social given by the ladies of the Rebecca Aldridge club of Beaver Valley at the home of Mrs. R. J. Webster in Rochester last Wednesday evening, was well attended. Miss Emma C. Howard, who has been in the valley for the last five months studying music, has returned to her home at Salem, O., but will return a month to resume her lessons from Prof. Clinger of Beaver Falls. Mrs. May Johnson of Rochester, is visiting friends in Ohio. Miss Norine Webster of Pittsburgh, formerly of Rochester, who has been the house guest of Mrs. Henry Johnson of Beaver Falls, has returned to her home in Pittsburgh. Miss Bolding of Beaver Falls, was a guest Sunday of Youngstown, O., friends. Miss Irla Cross of Rochester, entertained a few of her friends at her home in Rochester on last Thursday evening. Quite an enjoyable evening was spent and an appetizing lunch-eon was served. The Sunday school union of the county was held at Second Baptist church, Beaver Falls, on last Sunday. All who are indebted to the agent for the paper please settle up at once. The paper must be paid for so please get burry and oblige agent. R. Joseph Mahoney, superintendent of Avery Mission Trade school, was in the valley Monday to secure the service of Mrs. Ma Johnson as heard dressmaker for the institution. If you want to keep the paper in Beaver Falls and want your news published you must pay the carrier for this paper on delivery. The agent is responsible for delivery. The should not ask her to take momy out of her own pocket to pay your indebtedness. Five cents is too small an amount to ask trust for and if you have the best interest of the race at heart you can best show it in loyalty supporting your own paper.—(Manager. *ELIZABETH (By Elizabeth F. Scott.) Last Sabbath Rev. C. Wheeler held quarterly meeting at Clairton. P. E. Rev. R. H. Bumry, preached for the afternoon service and Rev. Addison assisted in administering the communion. There were a number of visitors from the sister churches in West Elizabeth and Elizabeth at the afternoon service. Mrs. Hattie Randolph and Mrs. Tillie Myers, Mrs. Rachel White and Miss Mary Armstrong attended a tandem meeting at West Middletown held by Rev. J. W. Lotterberry. H. J. Walker attended a reception of the K. of P. in Pittsburgh last Tuesday evening. Miss Melissa M. Pangburn, who has been visiting her sister, Mrs. R. W. Matthews for several months, left on Wednesday for Brooklyn. N. Y. Mrs. Minnie Smith visited relatives at West Middletown, Pa. last week. A number of Elizabeth people attended the picnic at Olympia park on Monday. Miss Elizabeth Martin entertained the Willing Workers club at her home last Friday evening. A very enjoyable time was reported. The Ladies' Aid society was beautifully entertained at the home of Mrs. Amos. Martin last Saturday evening. The attendance was much larger than usual, and after a short business session a most delicious luncheon was served by the hostess. Mrs. Mary Brown of West Elizabeth, was given a very pleasant surprise by a number of her relatives and friends Monday evening in honor of her birthday. Williamsport, Pa. (By Georgia Williams.) Rev. G. W. Williams filled his pulpit both morning and evening and delivered two excellent sermons. Missella Fairfax is very ill at this writing, but her many friends hope for her a speedy recovery. Master Charles Williams left Saturday for Oil City where he will spend the summer with his sister, Mrs. P. J. Langster. Mrs. P. J. Langster has returned to her home in Oil City after a ten days visit with her father, Rev. G. W. Williams during his illness. Mrs. Rachel Williams and Beverly Burse were quietly married last Thursday evening at the parsonage by Rev. G. W. Williams. A very daly reception was given by the parsonage by Miss Osceola Williams and Mrs. Daisy Jenkins in honor of her husband, J. Langster. Covers were laid for fourteen. Rev. Bialock has been returned to Zion church for another year. Rev. Williams is still convalescing. Miss Katie O. Brien is also convalescing. Master Larry O'Brien has returned home after an extensive visit in Wilkes-Barre, Pa. Mrs. Mary Smith, of Pittsburgh, is visiting here. Mrs. Martha Berfet of Pittsburgh, is visitor in the city. Miss Lizzie Parker, who has been in Orange, N. J., for some time as trained nurse, spent last week here with friends returned Sunday night to resume her duties again. Miss Bessie Woods is still convalescing. Memorial day will be observed at Bethel church Sunday at 3 p. m. DONORA. PA. DONORA. PA. (By A. S. Gray) Donora will be the best decorated town in the valley the Fourth. For the past ten days the famous Pittsburg decorator has been here, busy working. Every business house in town will be decorated with taste. There will be something doing every minute in the day. Come to Donora July 4th. Let us be represented in the parade. An invitation has been extended, so let us take advantage of it. Every race and order will be represented. G. L. Gray, W. H. Tobin and P. B. Hubbard, committee. Miss Emma Brown and G. L. Gray attended the Old Fellows' picnic at Olympia park. The dance given at Eldora park by Henry Mills and Mr. Beverly was a success. Arrangements have been effected for an emancipation celebration in Donora, September 22. Let us look forward to that date and make it a holiday for the race, for further development read this paper. Alfred Saunders was a Pittsburgh visitor last week. The Leap year reception given under the auspices of Rah Rah Girls was one of the classiest events of the season. The hall was beautifully decorated in colors of white and pink. Many of out town guests were present. The committee consisted of Misses Eva Wade, Daisy Perkins, Mary Minnie, Annabel Peas, Laura Wiches, Annamay Edwards and Annie Goggins. Donora is credited with being the first town in Pennsylvania to establish an order known as the Ancient Order of Oreals. R. Morgan, organizer; J. Lee Fuller, president, and James Gill, corresponding secretary. The Sunday school convention, held in Charleroi, was well attended by Donora people. Mrs. Charlotte Beverly is on the stick list. FRANKLIN, PA. FRANKLIN, PA. Annie Burke Lawson.) Extensive preparations are being made for Men's day next Sunday. Chas. Washington is training the Men's choir. J. W. Derry, general chairman. Henry Stewart, who has been seriously ill at his home is improving. Mrs. Mary Wilson received word Wednesday of the death of her daughter, Myrtle Nohee, niee Anderson, of Chicago, ill. Mrs. Nohee was a resident of Franklin up to four years ago. She was left a widow after a short married life of eight months to Jack Nohee, who died last December. George Harding, who has been on the sick list is improving. The Social Jolly Glee club will give an entertainment and dance at Smith's hall, July 4, in honor of their dance to be given by the Army, Franklin July 15, of the Pride will put forth every effort to make this dance on the 15th of the social successes of the season. Mrs. Ottt Hawkins has returned from Niagara Falls. Mrs. Lauretta, Moore entertained the Y. L. B. club at the home of Mrs. George Harding after the regular routine of business. A program was rendered which would do honor to larger organizations of its kind. At the close Mrs. Moore served dainty refreshments. Mrs. George Harding was introduced to the club who gave him the Chautauqua salute. The Y. L. B. club will give their first annual picnic July 1 at Rock place. MONESSEN, PA. (By Mattei-M. Scales.) Miss Lulu Harvey was in Donora. Pa., the past week on business. Misses Rosella Thomas, Gwendolyn Peyton, Rosabelle Drew and Juetta Bryans were callers in Monessen Sunday. Mrs. William Bell is on the sick list. Mrs. D. R. Scott and daughter, Miss Jean Redmond, let Monessen the past week for Loraine, O., where they are going to spend their summer vacation. Clerie Butler, William Turner, Garnet Turner, George Drake and Edward Scales attended the ten year party in Monongahela, June 18. Master David Phillips is suffering from a broken arm which he received by falling from a swing last week. Misses Naomi Ross and Mabel Phillips were the guests of Miss Katie Williams Sunday afternoon. Misses Naomi Ross and Mabel Phillips and Edward Carter attended the birthday party given in honor of Miss Juetta Bryans last Monday in Charleroi. The M. Olive Baptist church was well attended on Sunday. Rev. T. J. Johnson and H. M. Peerman were in Monongahela on business Monday. Mrs. Armestead Washington and daughter, Louise of Roanoke, Va., are visiting her sister, Mrs. J. Crawford. R Walter; Johnson is visiting his nephew, Rev. T. J. Johnson. Mrs. Lizzie Carter and two daughters, Leathie and Emma, were visiting in Elizabeth the past week. Mrs. J. Crawford was in Pittsburgh Thursday to meet her sister. E. Payne and R. Payne entertained some honored guests from Pittsburgh on Saturday evening. Mrs. T. J. Johnson and two sons took dinner with Mr. and Mrs. Fletcher Payne on Sunday. H. W. Peerman attended a ball game on Saturday at Belle Vernon. Mrs. H. G. Thomas and Mrs. Alex Pangburn were calling in McMahan borough on Sunday. The Baptist Missionary held a social at the residence of Mrs. W. P. Wernicke and in Maitland. Misses Anne Crawford and Mattle Scales were the guests of Mrs. Fairfax of Summit avenue. PITTSBURGH COURIER South Sharon (Er B N Clopton) (M. R. N. Clopp) Mr. and Mrs. Charles E. Davis and grandson are visiting the former's daughter, Mrs. George S. Catlin, of Salem, Ozio. Mrs. J. M. Young called on her friend, Mrs. Louise Busey, of Symp street, the past week. Miss Myrtle Van Camp pleasantly entertained at a surprise party in honor of her aunt, Mrs. Mary Burns, of Sharon. The following guests were present: Misses Mary Scripps, Marguerite Cohom, Bella and Beatrice Hammond Wesley Ham, Mr. and Mrs. Brewster, Mr. and Mrs. Raih Van Camp, Mr. and Mrs. William Brooks. The evening was spent in games. At a late hour luncheon was served. Mrs. B. Starks will spend the Fourth in Cleveland, Ohio, visiting friends. Rey, L. H. Dodd is visiting Rev. S. C. Coleman for a few days. He preached a wonderful sermon Sunday night in the Baptist church, South Sharon, and on Monday night he preached in Zion A. M. E. church of Sharon, Rey. E. C. West is pastor. Mrs. Mack Palm of Hubbard, Ohio, and Miss Henrietta Palm were visiting Mrs. William Cuff on Monday. Miss Alvenia Oidham was quietly married to Elgin Wainright of Cleveland. Mrs. Hays of Haywood street has been very sick, but is much better at present. Emery Clopton, who had been visiting his brother, M. G. Clopton, and other friends, returned home Saturday. Deforest Russell is visiting in Chicago. He is expected to return soon. Oh, for the old home week in South Sharon. The town is nicely decorated and the big show will be here from July 1 to 6. The Sharon Giants (colored) will journey to Youngstown to the picnic at Avon's park on July the Fourth, and will play two games with the Youngstown Giants. A large crowd of rooters will also accompany the Giants to the picnic at the park. Edward Allen has two fine hound pups he is training at this time. John Gravely of Wellsville, O., has moved his family to 18 Reno street, Sharon, Pa. He is employed as a shearman in the A. M. S. T. P. Co. mills. Mr. Grovely expressed his regret for having to leave his church in Wellsville. H. C. Smith has purchased a fine home at 33 Alderman avenue, Sharon. Any one wanting board or rooms call at above address, where he can accommodate them. The series of meetings conducted by the Gospel Trumpet or Holy People have been very well attended and is probably doing much good. The Gospel is being preached in its purity. Rev. Smoots of Chicago and Rev. Smith of Pittsburg are in charge of the meeting. They expect to leave here for Youngstown and from there to East Liverpool and Washington, Pa. SCOTTDALE PA SCOTTDALE PA (By Bianche Moore.) The P. H. P. club met at the residence of Mrs. Flora Jones last week which was well attended. After two officers were elected an excellent lunch was served. James Warmack of Greensburg, Pa. spent Sunday with his family. Mrs. Ella Smales was visiting her sister in Washington, Pa. Sunday. Miss Estella Harvey was the guest of the Misses Thompson of Connellsville, Pa., Sunday. Mrs. P. Gaines and daughter, Miss Lucy and Mrs. D. Stokes of Greensburg, Pa., worshiped at the Morning Star Baptist church Sunday morning. Misses K. Burford and N. McKenney of Mt. Pleasant, Pa., passed through here enroute to Cumberland, Md., Sunday. Mrs. Mitchell of Greensburg, Pa., was the guest of Mrs. E. Smalls on Sunday. Major Winston and Captain G. Warfield, W. R. K. of P., of Uniontown, Pa., installed the officers of Coal Valley company Thursday, and were the guests of Rev. J. T. Moore. The P. H. P. club held their financial meeting at Miss Willia Ann Smith which was well attended. W. L. Crawford joined. The week entertainment, held at the Morning Star Baptist church, was met with quite a success. $16 was realized. The services Sunday morning were very impressive. Rev. A. Barber of M. Pleasant, Pa., preached a fine sermon in the morning, and in the evening, he rallied R. H. Ovetton, a soul stirring sermon. The collection for the day, $7.35 CHARLEOI ( P M ) I J W I (By Mabel J. Webster.) Rev. H. E. Newman of New Brighton, called on Miss Lily Primas recently; he was also a caller at the parsonage. Emmanuel Primas and Garnet Johnson were Pittsburgh visitors Saturday. The county convention held here June 20-21 proved quite a success both spiritually and socially as well. The Children's parade took place Thursday with a large number in line. The men's parade began at 7:30 o'clock. The signal was given by ringing the fire bell. Five colored bands and brigade boys found a very appreciative place in line, also about 75 or 160 Bible class men. The class pennant was carried by H. H. Rideout and Dale Davis. As the St. James B. C. Passed along the female members of the class gave the class yell. Mrs. L. V. Jones and nephew, little Stanley Waters, were Uniontown callers Sunday. Advertising matter costs 1 cent a ward to be published in this column. Notes too late last week. (Manager.) Do you know you have a first-class restaurant and ice cream parlor conducted by a member of the race at 535 McKean avenue. F. W. Dunbar is the proprietor. Give him a call. DO IT NOW Subscription for TIBB PAPER Miss Emma Harper, who has been visiting her cousins the Misses Brown of Cheekoake street, Pittsburgh, has returned to her home at Bishop. Joseph E. Norman, one of the most highly respected colored men in this vicinity, died at his home in Charliew township, Sunday night about 11:30 o'clock, after an illness of about one week. Mr. Norman enlisted at the breaking out of the Civil War and served through the war. He had always followed farming and was the owner of a comfortable home near McNary's school house. Mr. Norman was born in 1846 in slavery. In December, 1872, he married Alice A. Bush, who survives him. The funeral was held Tuesday afternoon at Payne Chapel. Mrs. I. B. Henderson and Mrs. C. A. McGee attended the Sunday School convention at Charleroi last week. The Canonsburg Colored band and the Men's brigade of the A. M. E. church went to the Charleroi convention for the men's parade on Friday evening. Mrs. T. J. Askew of Washington and Mrs. I. T. Temple of Pittsburgh, were Canonsburg visitors last Friday. Mrs. Emmet Jones has returned home after an extended visit with friends in Uniontown, Pa. Mrs. Carrie Spiller of Washington, was calling on friends here last Friday. Mrs. Dessie Grooms and Mrs. Lizzie Smith visited their aunt, Mrs. Wash. Durham in Washington on Monday. Mr. and Mrs. Isaac Asbury of Washington, and the former's brother, John Asbury of Philadelphia, spent Sabbath evening in our city, calling on relatives and friends. Mrs. Isaac Asbury has returned home after visiting brother and nephew in Bellefonte. Frank McConnell, who left Canonsburg about two years ago, has returned and is again working in G. C. K. Shiby's barber shop. The Sewing circle held their weekly meeting at Payne hall on Tuesday evening. Rev. C. A. McGee returned home on Thursday night after a very pleasant trip to Ogden and Wilberforce, O. Albert Grooms has recovered from a recent operation and is able to resume his work. Reed Williams, Earl McKnight and Mire, Floyd Rose are on the sick list. The Misses Evelyn and Marie Lyons of Washington, were Canonsburg callers on Tuesday. The friends of Mrs. J. Floyd Rose tendered her a beautiful postcard shower on Saturday, June 15, that being the seventh anniversary of her marriage. Mr. Willie Thomas has returned from Pittsburgh after spending some time with Rev. and Mrs. W. S. Lowry and was accompanied by Mrs. Creesman of East End, Pittsburgh. Robert Wheeler of East End, Pittsburgh, was a parsonage visitor last Wednesday evening. Alax. Brown returned home after having his hand successfully treated at the Canonsburg hospital. Mrs. Morgan of near Washington, visited her daughter, Mrs. Mary Butler last week. The lawn fete given by the Odd Fellows on Thursday, night was both a financial and social success. The Canonsburg Colored band furnished some excellent music which was enjoyed by all present. The services at Payne A. M. E. church on Sabbath were well attended. The pastor. Rev. C. A. McGee, preached both morning and evening, and also preached the annual sermon of the Good Samaritan lodge in the afternoon. Many lodge members and friends of the order were present. ALTOONA PA (By Gertrude Dawson) Charles Bell spent last Monday evening at Tyrone. Elizabeth Brown of Hollidaysburg was a Tayone visitor last Tuesday. Mrs. Jessie Taylor, who has been in the city for some time, left for her home in 'East End, Pittsburgh, Tuesday afternoon. She was accompanied by her sister, Mrs. Mary Worbenton. Mrs. James L. Mack, who has been confined to her bed with illness for several days, is able to be out again. Harry Herrington accepted a position with the Altoona Mirror office and has moved his family on Greene avenue. William Proctor of Harrisburg was in Johnstown last week to visit his mother, who is seriously ill. Wednesday, June 19. He was the 12th birthday of Miss Noami Pratt. She received many vests cards from her many little friends. Ottoway Jackson, formerly of this city, but now of New York and employed in the Puilman service, is the proud father of a son. Otto is all smiles. William Menton has accepted a position at the Logan House as waiter. Mrs. William Wanzer of Bellefonte and Miss Marie Hodge of Philadelphia, who were visiting Miss Corena Taylor of Bellwood, have returned home after a most pleasant visit. Tuesday, June 18, was a happy day to William Dedford, he having rounded up another mile stone in life. He received many post cards on the occasion and a few friends met at his residence and gave him a little sendoff, wishing him many more happy birthdays. Boston Tillery has moved his family from Walnut avenue to 1007 Sixteenth street. Miss C. Taylor and guests, Miss M. Hodge and Mrs. Wanzer, spent several days in the city, the guests of Mr. and Mrs. James Scotland. Garfield Banks has left for his home in Cumberland, where he will reside in the future. Miss Emma Eolyar had a very bad scare on Thursday afternoon when she accidentally came in contact with an electric wire. She was badly shocked but soon revived. Mrs. Carrie Ormes, accompanied by her son, David, left Friday for East Liverpool, Ohio, to visit her mother-in-law, Mrs. Ormes, who is seriously ill. Mrs. Roberta Hamm, who has been visiting her daughter, Mrs. Anna Dixon, of Cleveland, Ohio, has returned. Mrs. Samuel Powell, who has been quite ill, is very much improved at this writing. On Monday evening Miss Gertrude Dattson entertained at his o clock din- The Largest Colored Grocery, Meat and Prevision Store in Pittsburgh. We Succeed Because We Strive To Please. 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An Independence Day Story Cecil, in the broad driveway, was trying to train his docile little Shetland pony into a war-borse; and it was his efforts in this direction which first attracted Jack, and challenged his admiration, when the boy in the velvet suit sat erect in his saddle, and refused to be tossed off into the grass by the pony, which did not second the desire for military tactics displayed by his young master. It was Jack who spoke first. "Gee, boy! but you've got the grit if you do wear dude clothes," he called out admiringly. "My name is Cecil," the young rider replied, with a touch of boyish dignity, and then recognizing the spirit of the boy who had spoken to him, he replied as heartily, "I heard a boy who was passing call you Jack. Wouldn't you like to come in, and see my pony? You can mount him too, if you would like it." And he jumped lightly to the ground, making his invitation a real one. He was, ever ready to share his pleasures—this boy in the velvet suit; and he was often lonely for a congenial companion, who could be a comrade. "I could not love a cad, you know, papa," he used to say. Jack's eyes sparkled. "I never thought," he exclaimed, in a burst of boyish confidence, "that a boy that wears gladi rags like velvet could be so chummy with a rough chap like me. It's ayful good of you." "Not at all," responded Cecil. "My papa says I must never forget 'Noblesse Oblige.'" "What's that?" and Jack fug him self down on the ground by the side of his newly made friend. "Say it again. No bliss Q what?" "Noblesse oblige." "I never had a father," he added apologetically, "or I's pose he would have told me about it." "That is too bad," replied Cecil sympathetically; "but now you just help yourself to the oranges and the cakes, and we will have a fine talk. I wish pina wore here, because he can explain it better than I can; but I will tell you what he told me. 'Noblesse oblige' is French, and means literally; 'Ranks imposes obligations': but my papa says it means, applied to me, that, if I have more than other boys, I ought to do more for them; that my money is not to spend on myself alone, but that; I must do all the good I can with it in trying to help others who are woggy and needy, and that, if I have every advantage of education and a happy home, where I am loved and basked up to do what is right, I should be a great deal better boy than one who never has had such advantages, and that I ought to do a great deal more for others on that account." "It's the sure thing," he said, "no mistake about that; but I never heard a rich kid reel it off before. Most of them think, 'cause they're rich, their money makes 'em better than poor folks, and they'd no more let us divvy in their play than they'd let us wear their glad rags. No—they don't want to be bothered with us in any way." "But it's the boy himself that counts, and not the clothes that he wears," interposed Cecl earnestly, as he hedged closer to Jack. "My papa says the most beautiful and costly clothes in A Trying to Train His Shetland Pony, the world would not make anything of me if I were selfish and mean and bad; but, if I were dressed in rags, I might, if brave and noble and selfish, still become a great and good man, and do lots of good in the world." "Did your father say that, kid' honor bright" and Jack's voice grew husky with suppressed emotion." "Honor bright, he did." said Cecil. "What is he—a preacher? That souls like parson talk." "No—he's just a business man." "Wal, that's business all right, all right. And I reckon it goes, and means more if a business man says it than a parson. When a business man says it, he means it; but, when a preacher reels it on one's just talking shop" "Well, my papa said it, and he does it too." "Then all I've got to say," said Jack earnestly, "is, that you ought to be good and proud of having such a dad. A man that thinks a poor ragged chap like me can be somebody-if he keeps straight and clean-why a man like that ought to be president." "That's what I tell him," answered the small boy in velvet proudly. "But he says—what do you think he says, Jack?" that he would rather have me the right kind of a boy than to be the president himself." "Wal, I reckon he's got his wish, rather," and Jack nodded approvingly; "for I can tell you what, kid, you've got more of the right stuff in you than a dozen of the usual run of men have got; and you'$^2$ done me more good today, by just letting me come in here and be a sort of pal for half an hour, than I've ever got out of mission schools, or Sunday schools, or 'cross-my-heart' churches. So good-by." But, "Cecil cried, 'you must not go without having some of my fireworks, and shooting off my new brass cannon, so you can have a Fourth of your own. The cannon's a beauty; and, for noise, she's got what I suppose you would call the neighborhood beat a mille." "But do you ever talk kid talk, like that?" said Jack. "That sounds bully for you." "Oh, no! not very often." "Spope you caught it from me, didn't you? May be it contiguous." "Contagious, I supose you mean," said Cecil, laughing heartily. "I thought it was the same thing." "Well, no. not exactly. But we can have the fireworks now. I promised not to have them around till after my pony had had his exercise, and was back in the barn, because the noise might frighten him." "Gee! what does he mean by nodding his head that way? Seems as if he understood what you was a-sayin'." "It does seem like that. May be he knows he isn't a war-horse yet." "But wouldn't he make a funny warhorse in a circus?" And both boys had a perfect spasm of laughter. "But see," said Cecil, "here is my cannon, all loaded and mounted, and Loaded, Mounted, and Ready to Fire. ready to fire; and this is the fuse, ready to light—this way." Both boys were so interested in watching the cannon that Jack said afterward it was a wonder he happened to look around; but he did, and his sturdy heart was almost paralyzed with terror, for the match which Cecil had tossed carelessly aside had fallen on a newspaper where rested a package of gunpowder and other combustibles. He could not get there in time to put out the fire, and prevent it; and Cecil—dear little Cecil—might be blown to pieces. It was impossible for them both to escape; but, oh! if he could only save him, it would not matter so much about himself. Those were the thoughts running through his head. What should he do? A second more, and it would be too late. Then the inspiration came. Seizing the smaller boy in his arms, he dropped with him to the ground, covering him with his own body; and, as he did so, there was a hissing sound, and the crash of an explosion, which brought the inmates of the great house screaming to the grounds. Cecil heard the agonized cry of his mother, and tried to call to her, and then drifted away into momentary unconsciousness. They thought at first that both of the boys were dead; but when they tenderly lifted Jack, all burned and blackened by the powder, they found Cecil unharmed, save by the shock; and, with returning consciousness, his first thought was for Jack-Jack, who had saved him from injury at the risk of his own life. "Dear, brave Jack!" he sobbed, kneeling by the still and blackened figure, his slender hands clasped around the other boy's neck. "Carry him to my bed, and do everything for him that you would do for me—all of you; for I love him-Jack, who has saved my life." And Cecil was obeyed affectionately, for each one knew that, were it not for the strange boy lying there, one so endeared to all their hearts would be living in his place. It was evening; and the bursting of crackers and torpedoes, and the booming of guns and cannons, was silent for the nounce; but the illumination of the evening sky, by rocker and candle, seemed a celebration in honor of the fact that the boy who had been so willing to give up his life for another was released from the sacrifice. The great surgeon had done his work skillfully, and the pain was not so bad, Jack said, as, swathed in bandages, he lay in Cecil's face-laced bed. Bedell kneeling at the bedside with one arm gently and lovingly around Jack's neck. "He belongs to us now, papa—doesn't he?" the little boy in velvet proudly, yet tenderly; "and all that I have is his. Yes, papa—you have two boys now," and, bending over the pillow until his soft cheek rested affectionately beside the other boy's brown one, he whispered fondly, "God bless my new brother!" It seems as though "Noblesse oblige" was revered on this occasion for the Fergus of Jolie. CALLIE BONNEY MARBLE --- FIGHTING BLOOD OF 1912 THE FIGHT FOR THE FUTURE THE MUSEUM OF THE ARTS Independence Hall, Philadelphia, 1776. Some Patriotic Women of the Revolution It is really very interesting to see how women are influenced by circumstances. As we look around upon our busy self-important, sometimes frivolous sisters, we can see nothing heroic about them. Yet I believe that in every woman's breast there lies the possibility of great heroism. What she can do when put to the test is amply illustrated by the events of history. Anecdotes of the women of the Revolution, showing what they suffered, what they thought, what they did, are positively thrilling. Can we do better, in a time of prosperity like this, than to recall to our memory the experiences of those women who endured such hardships for their country's sake? There is a sprightly conversation preserved for us in a letter from the fascinating, talented Mrs. Wilkinson of Charleston, which shows quite clearly the attitude of the young matrons of the Revolution toward their British foe. She is describing her feelings when asked by an officer to play the guitar. "I cannot play; I am very dull." "How long do you intend to continue so, Mrs. Wilkinson?" "Until my countrymen return, sr." "Return as what, madame—prisoners or subjects?" "As conquerors, sr." He affected a laugh. "You will never see that, madame." "I live in hopes, sir, of seeing the thirteen stripes holested once more on the battons of this garrison." "Do not hope so; but come, give us a tune '6n the guitar." "I can play nothing but rebel songs." Thus Mrs. Wilkinson, true to her hopes and patriotic to the very core of her being, withstood the advances of the enemy even along purely personal lines. She is typical of every woman of her day. One of her letters—I am only able to quote bits of it—is particularly interesting, for it describes a scene familiar to every FIGHTING BL My daddy charged on San Juan Hill, My grandad a dagnitif! My mother isn't afraid or snakes, Near barkin dogs a-blitn! I come from patriotic stock That never know a quitter- Bring on your great big grisly bear An' watch me slay the critter! PITTSBURGH COURIER American family of Revolutionary times. She says: "I heard the horses of the inhui man Britons coming in such a furious manner that they seemed to tear up the earth, the riders at the same-time bellowing out the most horrid curses, but I had no time for thought—they were up to the house—entered with drawn swords and pistols in their hands. Then they began to plunder the house of everything they thought valuable or worth taking, our trunks were split to pieces and each mean pitful wretch crammed his bosom with the contents. They took my sister's ear-rings from her ears, and demanded her ring from her finger; she pleaded for it, told them it was her wedding ring, and begged they would let her keep it, but they still demanded it, and presenting a platoat at her, swore if she did not deliver it immediately they would fire. I had forgot to tell you that upon their first entering the house, one of them gave my arm such a violent grasp that he left the print of his thumb and three fingers in black and blue which was to be seen plainly for several days. Few women are called upon to endure the sufferings of Mrs. Gaston, a young patriot scarcely over twenty who saw her husband shot before her very eyes. Gaston was a physician, most ardent in his sympathy for the American army. While endeavoring to escape with his wife, a child of three, and an infant of a few weeks, he was overtaken by a party of British. With out being allowed a word with his wife or a moment of preparation he was shot. "The musket which found his heart was leveled over her shoulder." It was necessary for this wretched young wife to drag her husband's body to a place of safety and after his hasty burial to make a way for her children in the world. A witness to her success in life lies in the life of her son, who became a most learned and distinguished American gentleman. Mrs. Gaston survived her husband 31 years, yet she never left off her mourning, and kept the anniversary of her husband's murder in fasting and prayer until her death. The fascinations of woman were soldiered use to better advantage than upon a certain afternoon shortly after the retreat from New York, when a troop of British soldiers were detained at the house of a Mrs. Murray, who gave them besides cake and wine such sprightly conversation that they remained two hours—just long enough to allow General Putnam, the last to leave the city, to make retreat across the dangerous highroad, on which the Britshers were loitering. Think of the inner excitement of this gentle little Friend, how her eyes must have shone and her cheeks crimsoned as moment after moment passed and she realized that she had saved a part of the American army! Such a situation seems almost impossible to us now, does it not? THE LAND OF THE FREE. We hall the return of the day of thy birth. Fair Columbia: washed by the waves of two oceans— When even from the farthest dominions of earth Rear altars to Freedom and pay their devotions; Where our fathers in fight, nobly strove for the right. Struck down their fierce for men or put them to flight; Through the long lapse of ages, that so there might be An asylum for all in the Land of the Free. —Abraham Coles, "The Microcosm, and Other Poems," "National Lyrics." LOOD OF 1912 Art on the Fourth. I'm braver still— Why. Tequila wrap a lion When I have got this dear old flag Above my shoulder you'll! So, Mr. President, today If you need men of action, Just send for Little Willie Jones To get you satisfaction! ON ACCOUNT OF NEXT THURSDAY BEING FOURTH OF JULY, ALL COPY MUST BE IN OFFICE NOT LATER THAN TUESDAY NOON.— (MANAGER.) UNIONTOWN (By Gertrude B. Crabble.) A. M. E. Zion Church. At 8 p. m. Children's day exercises were rendered to a crowded house. Solos and recitations were rendered by Mrs. Emma Page. Miss Vola Burea and Miss Lyonna Morgan. Sunday, June 20, is Missionary day. Special services will be held all day and preaching by the pastor, Rev. H. J. Starks, D. D. At 8 p. m. a special literary program will be rendered by some of the best talent of Uniontown, Vanderbilt and Scottdale. Special feature is a choir of 30 voices under the direction of John M. Trent. The Misses Moon Vanderbilt, Theodore White, Uniontown, and Mrs. Nora Hickman, Scottdale, Pa., will appear on the program, a so Miss Ellen Johnson, the little missionary, and a president; Mrs. Mary Johnson, secreta. Mt. Rose Baptist Church. The pulpit was occupied at 11 a. m. by Rev. Jordan Horsley. Sunday school and B. Y. P. u. at 2 and 7 p. m. At 8 p. m. the pastor, Rev. Thomas Ford. D. D. occupied the pulpit. Sunday, June 30, is grand rally day at which time we anticipate raising $500. Meals will be served in the basement of the church all day. At 11 a. m. Rev. J. H. Robinson, a student of the Virginia Seminary, will occupy the pulpit; 3 p. m. Rev. W. B. Anderson, D. d., pastor St. Paul A. M. E. church, will preach and at 8 p. m. Rev. A. S. Lomax, Brownville, Pa. will occupy the pulpit. The Slabtown convention given by the ladies of Mt. Zion Baptist church, West Side, Connellsville, Pa. will appear in Mt. Rose church Friday, June 28. This will be a treat to all who hear it. We are expecting a special car from Connellsville, Dunbar, etc. Miss Edith Peyton, Pittsburgh, is spending a week with Mrs. Nora Jackson. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Howlett and granddaughter spent Sunday in Footdale visiting friends. St. Paul A. M. E. Church. The Women's Mite Missionary society of St. Paul A. M. E. church observed last Sunday, as their annual thanksgiving day. Three services were held during the day and excellent programs were rendered at each service. Mrs. Adella Murry of North Side, Pittsburgh, district superintendent, was present at the 3 and 8 p.m. service who delivered a praiseworthy address in the evening on "The Importance of Missionary Work in the Pittsburgh Conference." Mrs. L. V. Jones of Charleroi, made good talks during the sessions. The services were well attended and a splendid collection raised. Mrs. M. B. Skinner, the local president, was strongly backed up by the members of the occasion house while it was great. Ladies from all three of the other churches were present assisting in the good work. Rev. W. B. Anderson, D. D., will occupy his pulpit at St. Paul Sunday, June 30, both morning and evening. A great outpouring of the people is looked for. Charley H. Aldridge, one of Unicentown's favorite sons, who is traveling with the Eastern Alabama Minstrel Company, stopped in the city last Tuesday to visit his people. He, with his company, were en route to Smithfield where they were booked to play. Charley's many friends in Unicentown wish him much success. Don't miss the services at St. Paul next Sunday. M. Olivet Baptist Church. Two interesting sermons were delivered by the pastor, Rev. P. H. Thompson, D. D., morning and evening. 11 a.m. subject: love; Zion Orsaints Love for the church; 8 p.m. subject: The Eve." Collection Sunday, June 30 will be Missionary day. At 3 p.m. the Women's Missionary convention, auxiliary to the Younghenghe association, will hold a great mass meeting. Representatives from all parts of the county will participate in the program. Good singing will be muen in evidence. Mrs. Corinela Webster, president; Mrs. Olive Williams, secretary. The Mt. Olivet school has received a front line certificate from the Fayette County Sunday School association. It is now one of the 111 schools on the honor list out of SSI schools. Hear the "Old Maids Lament" in the Newminster. Mrs. Mary Harrison, aged 61, Fairchance, Pa., died at her home June 29, 1912, and was buried from Mt. Calvary Baptist church, Rev. Jacob Moon, pastor. Rev. Thomas Ford, D. D., officiated. Interment in White Rock cemetery, Oliphant Furnace, Pa. She leaves 11 children, 11 grandchildren and a host of friends to mourn her loss. Fred B. Smith, understaff of Hunt Indson, W. Va. is home on a visit. Mr. Smith is one of our home boys making good and deserves great credit. Miss Bertha Smith entertained at dinner Sunday, Misses Francis Carter and Bertha Morlon. Harry Willis, special police of Mar- caret, Pa., spent a few hours in town Saturday on his way to attend the fearful of his Mrs. Mary Harrison, Farr- Chance, Pa. Mrs. Tibbs of Smithfield, Pa., cele- mated her eighth birthday Thursday, June 27. Her grandparents, Mrs. Emma Smothers and Mrs. Lydia Johnson, and granddaughter, Mrs. Perry Patterson were present with their families and many others. Joseph Flotence, Brownville, Pa., was willing Mrs. Emma Smothers as we went. A. Stewart fell Saturday for Dan- ville, Va. to visit his sister whose business Howard Wooldridge is very civil. Mr. Stewart will be gone about 10:30. Mrs. Anne Manaway is visiting in Trenton county. Mrs. Inely Busy and mother. Mrs. Tara Jackson entertained at dinner Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Bert Chauncey, Mrs. Mamie Bajor and George Duckett. Mr. and Mrs. R. S. Akers are able to be out again. Rev. Thomas Ford. D. Akers. 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 simply satisfied both members and representatives. CHEAPEST ENCYCLOPEDIA EVER OFFERED TO THE PUBLIC Murray's Historical and Biographical Encyclopedia of the Colored Race throughout the world. In six volumes is now ready for publication and will be issued at once. For fifteen years the author, who is an assistant in the Library of Congress has been actively engaged in gathering the necessary data for this monumental work. It is a record of the achievements of the foremost men and women of the Colored Race, throughout the world. From the time of Ishmael, Son of Abraham, down to date there are fully 25,000 biographical sketches which accentuate the historical volumes; and a bibliography of over 6,000 books and pamphlets, representing the contributions of the Race to the world's literature. And further, a list of all musical compositions by colored composers; and synoptical list of all work of fiction by Caucasian authors, in their plots that deal with the Race question as a feature. Price twenty-four dollars ($24.00) per set of 6 volumes. Two Dollars down, balance in monthly payments. Every colored family should have this set of books in the house. John Bolds and Parker M. Scott were delegates to the Ancient York Free and Accepted National Compact of Masons which met in Allegheny city Monday, June 24. Miss Martha Barker, Brownsville, Pn., was visiting her sister, Mrs. Wm. Aldridge last week. Miss Mabel Welcher attended a party in Brownsville last week. Tolbert McNealy, Rupert Carter and Robert Dixon attended the dance at Eminora park. Miss Mattle L. Patterson, niece of Mrs. Luther Patterson, left Monday to attend the Teachers institute in Baltimore. She will then visit friends and relatives in Washington, D. C., and then go to the seashore for the balance of the season. Master Robert Butler is suffering a light attack of St. Vitus dance. Rev. J. H. Robinson is now employed at Turtle Creek, Pa. Robert Griffith, son of Deacon Lewis is Griffith of Mt. Olivet Baptist church, who is now employed as mail clerk in the Transfer Division, Union Station, Pittsburgh, Pa., married Miss Clara Kellog at her home, Cincinnati, O., Wednesday, June 26. Mr. Griffith is one of Uniontown's proactive young application and study has become a very proficient postal clerk. They will be at their home, 5446 Mignonette avenue, Pittsburgh, Pa. after Mly g. Mrs. Hickman of Scottsdale, read a fine paper at the Woman's day meeting at St. Paul A. M. E. church last Sunday. Mrs. Gynn of Montesson, made a good address. Miss Lucy Howard of Washington, Pa., is in the city the guest of Mrs. Henry Danidge on McCormick avenue. It is rumored that Miss Howard will make Uniontown her home which we hope is true. Welcome to our city, Miss Howard. Mrs. Pride of Scottsdale, charmed the audience at St. Paul last Sunday with a beautiful solo. Mrs. Carrie Logan sang most beautifully in rendering a solo at St. Paul last Sunday. Miss Sadie Taggart of Connellsville, read a fine paper. Mrs. M. E. Chapman, Miss Lena Robinson, Miss Abnie Grant, Mrs. Annie Pendleton, Mrs. M. K. Catlin and Mrs. Lizzie Turly helped to make Woman's day a great success last Sunday at St. Paul. Mrs. J. W. Jeffries of Pittsburgh, is in the city circulating among her friends. Miss Mayme Truly arrived home from Wilberforce last week, where she has been studying. Mrs. Edna Murry and children have gone to Luray, Va., to visit her husband's people. Prof. T. H. Brown has been appointed by Governor Tener delegate to the National Congress of Colored Educators which meets Tuesday, September 24, at Washington, D. C. Mr. Brown will be one of the representatives of the State of Pennsylvania. C. H. Harding seemed to take exception to an item published in these columns relative to Rev. Epps and the case of C. M. Gregory, which appeared in the midst of other court news. The correspondent of these notes is endeavoring to give her readers news or the colored people in every respect with nc axes to grind whatever. Simply printing the doings of the colored people. Will gladly print any statement Mr. Harding or others wish to make in defence of Rev. Epps. Take Notice—A fine opportunity for some active young man or girl to make good money this summer and fall selling Dr. J. T. Whitson's booklet on "The Advantages Socialism Offer to the Negro." Write and get his liberal terms. Address your letter to Unlontown, Pa. Enclose 5 cents and I will send you a sample of the booklet. Notice—There will be a grand outing and basket picnic at Oakford park between Greensburg and Jeannette, July 22, 1912. Oakford park is one of the most spacious and attractive parks in Western Pennsylvania. Actions:剧院, dancing, miniatur, railway, coaster, carousel, circle, bowling, rail, shooting gallery, roller skating, ball ground, circling swing, band concert, etc. Carlsleave Brownsville at 7 a.m. Unlontown, 3 a.m. returning leave park at 7 p.m. arrive in Unlontown, 9:30 p.m. and Brownsville, 10:30 p.m. trip back 11 from Unlontown. GIV 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 L T CORT PROBPRIETOR J. T. CORT, PROPRIETOR, 428 FOURTH AVENUE, PITTSBURGH, PA. JACKSON Funeral Director FINE CARRIAGES FOR OPERA PARTIES, 1209 Wylie Avenue, and/ 1308-1310 Bingham St., S. S. Telephones: Bell, 9015 Hemlock. P. & A. 1301-F. The oldest undertaker in Pittsburgh and a member of the Undertakers' Association. Herman P. Socks, Manager. Charles W. Socks. P. & A. Phone 1201F. Miles Printing Co. Commercial Work Our Specialty. Church and Society Work 1209 Wylie Avenue. Pittsburgh, Pa. M. W. MOUNTS OLD BOOK EXCHANGE. Law, School, Medical, Mechanic and Religious Books. Bought, Sold and Exchanged, 626 Penn Avenue, PITTSBURGH, PA. en by Edward Baxter. 42 Madison avenue, Uniontown, Pa. (By Alice J. Hilton.) The lawn jete given by Mrs. Mollie Jackson last Tuesday evening was well attended. Buriey Irwin of Unfortown, is visiting Mr. and Mrs. Hezekiah Quite a number attended the party at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Clinton Jackson at Smock last Tuesday evening. Miss Julia Boiden of Pittsburgh, visited Mrs. Johns recently. Miss Edith Peyton of Pittsburgh, is visiting her grandmother, Mrs. Mary Peyton. Services were well attended Sunday and an excellent sermon was delivered by Rev. M. A. Dyer. A series of sermons will be delivered on the Lord's prayer. All are invited to hear these sermons. Miss Alice Hilton spent a few days at Conneville last week, the guest of Mr. and Mrs. H. C. Latney and family. Rev. C. S. Lomak and Jeremiah Lawn attended the Masons convention at Pittsburgh last Monday. Wm. Patterson is very ill at his home on High street. Mrs. L. V. Jones of Charleroi, was calling on friends Monday. Mrs. Belle Burnett and her two grandchildren, Ira and Clarence Johns and Miss Francis Mastil of Wheeling, W. Va., are guests of Mrs. Daniel Johns. Clarence Johns will spend the summer with his uncle and aunt, Mr. and Mrs. P. L. Johns. FOUR C. W. POSEY, President MAIN OFFICE: 1209 Wylie Avenue. Telephones: 2169-J Grant and Hill 899-W. Published Every Friday. 1209 Wylie Avenue, Pittsburgh. Subscription in advance, yearlyE$1.50 Six months . . . 1.00 Single copy . . . . 0.5 All communications must be addressed to the Pittsburgh Courier, signed by the author, not later than Wednesday of each week. High class advertisements accepted at reasonable rates upon application. News, interesting to the public, will be published free if void of advertising matter. Local advertisements, 1 cent per word. Entered as second class matter at the Pittsburgh Post Office, May 10, 1810, under the Act of March 3, 1879. SPECIAL NOTICE All matter insended for publication in the Courier must be written on one side of paper. Social, church and personal news will be freely published. Essays and poetry are only accepted for publication from our special correspondents. All persons subscribing for the Courier will kindly renew subscription when the same shall have expired without further notice from us. Any agent or official whose conduct is unbecoming or discrutious to our subscribers or advertisers will kindly report in writing to Pittsburgh Courier Publishing Company. TAFT, TEDDY AND THE NEGRO. Since the National Convention at Chicago the country is full of speculation as to the outcome in November. That Mr. Taft can not be elected is the consensus of opinion almost everywhere. That Mr. Roosevelt has been defeated and put out of the running is not an uncommon expression. That Mr. Bryan, a Democrat, will be the next President of the United States is an opinion shared by not a few who know something about the situation. The political fortunes of Mr. Taft or Mr. Roosevelt or even Mr. Bryan is a subject with which the Negro should not, at this juncture, be concerned. The situation, the country over, offers to the Negro the one opportunity of his life. Too hasty a declaration upon his part will work his everlasting political rule. A calm and deliberate consideration of the subject is what the Negro needs at this time. Lest we cast our lots to our sorrows, the safe plan is to stand still until developments warrant action. The country is soon to be stirred to its depths by men of political ambition and power; by men who will resort to new and untried principles to win their political aims, regardless of the final results. The Negro must bear in mind that he has a voice in the proceedings, and care should be exercised lest we speak at the moment when silence should be maintained. Mr. Taft will show us many reasons why we should be "regular". Mr. Roosevelt will argue that we could no nothing better than to join the "progressives". The Democrats, in the last extremes may hold out reviewed assurances of protection. The only records to date which are complete and at our disposal for perusal are those containing the proceedings at Chicago; where the "regular" Republican platform was offered to the people. Without attempting to speak finally for the platform, we call attention to the failure of the "regulars" to insert one plank declaring the attitude of the "regulars" toward the Negro. This failure, along with the zealous determination to regulate traffic on the high seas as well as the floods of the Mississippi valley, may be taken as some evidence of the real interest the "regulars" have in us. As to Mr. Roosevelt and his new party, we have only to await developments, as nothing has been placed before the people as a declaration of the intentions of the "progressives." Granting that Mr. Roosevelt will have as much to say about the Progressive platform as Mr. Taft did about the Regular one, we are warranted in saying that the Progressives will not forget us altogether, if for no other reason than a political one. With the Democratic convention now in session, and the fact that the much heralded new party decided to postpone action until after the convention at Baltimore, much speculation as to a possible Roosevelt-Bryan combination is being indulged in by men whose political knowledge is above the average. This theory, when taken with a realization of the close proximity of the Progressive and Bryan platforms, seems to carry more than mere speculative weight. Mr. Taft's defeat conceded, and Mr. Bryan nominated at Baltimore upon a Roosevelt-Bryan platform, there remains little left but the voting. In any event, and some of the conjectures are not at all improbable, the Negro had better stand his independent ground until he can see for himself what is best for him as a whole. Any declaration at this moment may prove detrimental later when time will have permitted a sober determination. Let us, for just once in our history, indulge in some sober thought before we plunge into what may prove our political graves. ANOTHER SERPENT IN HOME-WOOD. Again our attention is called to the dastardly work of some white men in the Homewood District of our city, where the Negro population has grow to a surprising extent in the past few years. We are informed that the Homewood Board of Trade, composed of merchants of Homewood, have advertised a picnic, to be given at Kennywood park to which the schools of the Homewood, Brushton and Crescent districts are invited. They advertise races and other sports to be held at this picnic, and they have likewise advertised that the "committee" reserves the right to determine who shall enter any and all contests." "A special boys race" and "a special girls race" are among the features advertised, and it is understood that the Negro children from the schools invited will be entered in these "special" races, and it is given out with as much emphasis that they will be excluded from all other races and sports. We as Negroes have only to recall the conduct of these same Homewood white people two years ago at this same picnic when Negro children were refused to enter any race. This special feature was added last year, but the Negro children refused to be discriminated against and refused to be entered. Just recently one of the Homewood merchants advertised his wares by saying that no Negroes were employed in the making or delivery of his goods, and that kind of a sentiment now finds encouragement by the Homewood Board of Trade in charge of this picnic. We do not demand any further proof of the effort of the poor white man to cultivate race prejudices; we see it on every hand as plainly as Patrick Henry saw the wise with England. And we had just as well get our weapons of political war together and down this serpent growing to such proportions in Homewood. Our children shall not be made the target for these unscrupulous men. They shall not be subjected to such a humiliation as these merchants propose. This action of theirs is but carrying their personal] and private sentiment practiced in their business into the public school system of our city where every child is supposed to receive a wholesome and impartial instruction in things democratic and clean. An appeal to the newly appointed superintendent will at least serve notice upon him and the public that we know when our rights are being abridged; it certainly can do no harm. Dr. R. R. Wright has just closed a short engagement in our city, where he has been collecting sociological data. Come again doctor. The steam roller seems to have been transferred to Baltimore, but its speed has been greatly reduced. LOCAL NEWS J. McConeas is visiting friends and relatives in Buffalo, N. Y. Miss Loney Headen is visiting Mrs. Bessie Waters in Oakmond, Pa. Ticket sets for the Hackey retiring recital will have no tickets after Sunday, June 30. Tickets at Hamilton's Music store only day of recital. Patrons must be present at 8:15 or they will lose part of the program. No tickets unless paid for will be held after Sunday, June 30. Tickets on sale at Hamilton's music store, on July 1. Patrons are asked to be present at 8:15, or they will lose part of the program. Doors will be closed during numbers. Mrs. Anna Powell formerly a resident of Brushton, who is here for a short visit, will return to her home in Buffalo next Sunday. Be in business. The Thomas T. Jackson Agency, 806 Wylie avenue, wants agents throughout the state. Mrs. Margaret Dockerty and daughter are visiting relatives and friends in Butler, Pa. Philip Wood, the 12-year-old son of Rev. Scott Wood, was run down by an automobile last week at Irwin and North avenue, North Side. He is much better now. Geo. Poe of East Liverpool, O., was in the city last week. To Let—Three rooms, first floor. 1219 Sadusky street, North Side, near East Park and two lines of cars; rent low. Inquire on the premises. Second grand shirt waist reception and ball given by the Caledonia Social club at Labor Temple, Webster avenue and Washington street, Pittsburgh. Pa. Fourth of July evening, 1912, from S to 2. Feature of the evening will be a grand march. Prizes will be given to the lady wearing the neatest shirt waist and the gentleman who accompanies her. Music by Robinson's new orchestra. Admission 50 cents. Committee—R. L. Vann, president; C. N. Rickmond, vice president; William Bayless, secretary; J. W. Kidt, Miller, treasurer. All tickets for the Hackley, getting recital will be called in Sunday night. June 30. Tickets on sale. Monday. July 1. onLY at Hamilton's Music store. Carnegie official ticket seller. Wood street, opposite McCreery's. Patrons are asked to be present at $15 or you will lose part of the program. See Frazier & Brown's Employment Bureau to secure a position. Male and female help supplied. Frazier & Brown. 6231 Penn avenue. Bell phone 5927. Will help. We help the Courier grow. Very well. We are pleased. Let us tell you how to help us more than you are. Read the advertisements we carry and then pay the advertisers a visit, when you need something in their line and then mention that 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 2211-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. 2170 CENTER AVENUE Pittsburgh, Pa. you saw the advertisement in the Courier. In this way you will help us to show the advertisers that it pays to keep an ad in the Courier which will help us improve this paper. The Reading Encampment was a great success. F. B. Pulpress, P. C. of Camp 98, was elected delegate to National Encampment in St. Louis, the week of August 25, at which time all the national officers will be elected. Brother Aldan of Loudon, Eng, and addressed a crowded house at St. Augustine Mission of which Rev. Scott Wood is pastor, last Sunday. The following persons were graduated from the High school class of the Peabody school, East End, Wednesday afternoon: Pearl Ford, Marie Huddle, Ruth McDaniel, Margaret Ford, Sara Gordon. Liberty school—Lillian Woodyard, Edwinia Woodyard, Ganiel Wray, Gladys Wright, Oscar Harris, Garfield school—Ralph Thomas, John White. Fulton school—Beatrice Webb, Bell Wayne, William Arvin. Tickets for the Hackley retiring recital, Monday evening, July 1, at Carnegie Music hall, Pittsburgh, on sale as follows: Liberty Pharmacy, 6319 Broad street, East End; Dr. Page's office, 1318 Wylie avenue; Jennings's Pharmacy/2137 Center avenue; Lawrenceville Pharmacy, 2350 Penn avenue; The Courier office, 1209 Wylie. Notes for the local column may be left as late as Tuesday night at East Liberty Pharmacy, 6319 Broad street. Wish to congratulate the East Liberty Pharmacy for selling 40 papers a week in such short time having been established only a month. Miss Blanche Hickman of Scottdale is visiting friends in this city. Mrs. Mary Smith is visiting in Willamstown. Miss Edith Peyton is visiting her grandmother, Mrs. Mary Peyton, in Brownsville. Miss W. H. Veney of Smithfield, O., is in the city. "Sixth and Seventh Books of Moses," "Albertus Magnus," "Long Lost Friend" at Mount's Old Book Shoppe, 628 Penn avenue. Mr. and Mrs. S. B. Batch of Monongahela, were in the city last Sunday. Charles Jackson was sentenced to serve six months in the workhouse for procuring a colored woman to impersonate a white woman at the marriage license office when he sought to cover up his proposed marriage with the white woman. Edna Wallace, who impersonated the white woman, pleaded no defense. She will be sentenced later. Some of our readers and correspondents forget it costs real money to publish the class of paper we are getting out weekly. We want the news, but if you want to expatriate, it will cost you one cent a word. The list of the Citizens Committee of Patrons and Patronesses for the Hackley retiring recital at Carnegie Music hall, July 1, is of such great length that it will take too much space to publish in this issue. The readers of the Courier are earnestly urged to read the advertisements in our paper. When visiting the places of business, kindly mention the Courier. Mr. and Mrs. T. H. Harrison entertained R. R. Wright of Philadelphia at dinner last Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Thos. H. Harrison entertained R. R. Wright, editor of the Christian Recorder, Philadelphia, at dinner last Sunday. Concert and lawn fete July 3 at Y. M. C. A. 1847 Center avenue. It will be given under patronage of Aurora Reading club and Charity club. The Xanorphica Mandolin quintet will will music the audience. If you want to spend a pleasant hour don't fail to be present. George Benny Gains, a graduate of Wilberforce college, will spend next week in the city as the guest of his cousin, Mrs. Ela Johnson, East End. Mrs. Arthur Taylor of Wylie avenue has been quite ill for the past week. Mr. and Mrs. Morse Duling of Cadiz. O. have returned to their home after a pleasant visit among friends and relatives in this city. Salary and commission paid insurance salesmen. Call or write today. The Jackson Agency, $86 Wylie avenue. Pittsburgh, Pa. Clay Giants, formerly Pittsburgh Giants, are going to continue their work. Watch for their add later. Mr. Clay was under bid on Beulah park and Peters secured the park. The Clay Giants are very popular and you may expect the crowd to follow them wherever they may play. Alfred Saunders of Donora, Pa., was in this city last week. On account of next Thursday being Fourth of July, all notes for publication much be in the office by Wednesday morning. NOTICE A fine opportunity for some active young man or girl to make good money this summer and fall selling Dr. J. T. Whitson's booklet on "The Advantages Socialism" Offer to the Negro. Write and get his liberal terms. Address your letter to 'Untowns Pa. Enclose 5 cents and I will send you a sample of the booklet. Splendid seats for the Hackey return recital at Carnegie Music hall. July 1, may be obtained from the following indeed who have volunteered to help the return recital: Miss Madah Topson, 552 Morgan street; Miss Ruth Banks, 202 North Euclid avenue; East End; Miss Beulah Scott, Mahon avenue; Mrs. Genevieve Lewis, 24 Junilin street. Miss Mattie Jackson; Mrs. Gertrude P. Hill, 2535 Wylie avenue; Mrs. M. E. T. Carrol, 263 Milwaukee. A full list of ticket sellers in the various churches will be published next week. Those who secure tickets early will get the choice of seats. Rev. Dr. Lowry wishes to express his deep appreciation to his many friends for their sympathy and numerous expressions bestowed upon his wife, Linda A. Lowry, his dear wife, Lida A. Lowry and thanks to the Courier for their notice. PITTSBURGH COURIER Christine Washington, secretary, Rev. W. S. Lowry. C. W. Chappelle has returned from the gold fields of Africa having arrived in New York last week. The Atkin Trading Company, who sent him to Africa, has some good news to give its stockholders in the very near future. Elmer Spyglass, the singer, did not reach Pittsburgh in time to give concert at Trinity church last Monday night. Miss Ethel McDaniels of Crawford street, left Saturday for Detroit, Mich., to spend her vacation. Mrs. Cora Fisher of Washington, D. C., is visiting Mrs. Geo. Cole of Parkview avenue, Oakland. Tickets for the Hackley retiring recital may be obtained at the following places: Liberty Pharmacy, 6319 Broad street, East End; Lawrenceville Pharmacy, 3350 Penn avenue, Lawrenceville; Jentings & Co., Pharmacy, 2137 Center avenue; Harrison's Paper Depot, 1310 Wylie avenue; Dr. Page's Office, 1318 Wylie avenue; Central Pharmacy, corner Wylie and Francie's street; S. E. Logan, Fulton street near Wylie avenues; E. C. Dickson, 7541 Susquehanna avenue; Sidney Rolla, 6105 Broad street. These have some of the best seats. Mrs. E. Reed and family wishes to thank their many friends for their kindness shown them in their sadness. Among the graduates from the Allegheny High school this year are: Miss Eleanor C. Pulpress in the academic course, and Miss Gladia E. Tibbs in the practical science course. Mrs. Minena Beatty and members of the family express many thanks to the public and friends for the kindness shown during the sickness and death of Theodore Beatty. OBITUARY Miss Lillian Williams of Homestead, Pa. the pretty girl, aged 14 years, died June 11, 1912, after an illness of about two weeks. This death has shocked Homestead from center to circumference. for this young lady was one of the best known persons in the town and was loved by everybody who met her. Miss Williams was a pupil in the Fifth ward school of that city. She not only won the admiration of the teachers, but the students as well. She was also a member of the Gladden A. M. E. Sunday school, and her services and pleasant disposition shall long be remembered by the school. The funeral sermon was preached by Rev. Goggins and it was one of the largest funera's ever witnessed at Gadden A. M. E. church. Oh, why should the spirit of mortals be proud? Like a fast flitting meteor, a fast flying cloud. A flash of the lightning, a break of the wave. She passes from life to her rest in the grave. The leaves of the oak and the willow shall fade; Be scattered around and together be laid: And the young and the old and the low and the high Shall moulder to dust, together shall lie. The maid on whose cheek, on whose brow, in whose eye. Shone beauty and pleasure—her triumphs are by: And the memory of those that be- loved her and praised. Are alike from the minds of the liv- ing erased. 'Tis a wink of an eye, 'tis the draught of a breath. From the blossom of health to the paleness of death. The many friends of God. W. Holmes, the contractor, were sorry to hear of his sudden death the past week. He-was sick only a few days with pneumonia. BELLEVUE (By Marie Thornell) The services were well attended all day Sabbath at Mt. Zion Baptist church. Rev. Patterson preached to the Mission Circle at 3 o'clock. The Board of Directors held their monthly meeting at the Aged Minister and Lamdon Church on Thursday. The Child's day exercises were held Tuesday evening under the auspices of Mrs. Rev. W. W. Boone. Mrs. Robert Craven of Avalon, was taken to the Ailegheny General hospital Sunday evening with the typhoid fever. Andrew Sweets was taken to the St. John's hospital on Sabbath afternoon, where he is expected to undergo his second operation. Mrs. Rev. Bennison has not been feeling very well for the last week. Mrs. William Connor has been quite sick for the last few days. The few friends who called on Mrs. Elizabeth Thornell, Sabbath afternoon were: Mrs. Jos. Stoakes of Allegheny, Miss Minnie Wamble of High Point, N. C.; Mrs. Robinson and Gray, Miss Helen Carter, Mr. and Mrs. Thompson, Mr. and Mrs. P. S. Dodson, Mrs. Patterson, daughter. (B: Mrs. M. E. Hall.) We wish to say that Rodman Street Baptist church is still climbing higher and higher. On Wednesday and Friday evenings/ we have excellent prayer services. We are anxious to have all the members to attend each service of our church. "For in Union there is strength." Sunday morning, Sabbath school was well attended as usual. Three members joined our school and still there is room for many more. At the morning services Rev. Obadiah Simms preached a sounstirring sermon to the delight of all present. At 4 o'clock he preached to the Junior band and Missionary society of our church and did honor to himself and church, on this occasion Rev. Simms is quite a young man and is putting forth every effort for the Master's cause. Our race need such young and strong men in the pituit. At the evening service Rev. Gibson preached to the delight of all present. We can truly say our pulpit was ably filled at each service, although our pastor, Dr. Simms was in Baltimore preaching the same old gospel. On Sunday, June 30, at 3 o'clock p. m., Rev. W. L. Lee, D. D., pastor of John W. A. M. E. church, assisted by his much noted choir, will preach a sermon to Ruth club No. 10 Come A SPECIAL CARD TO THE MEN READERS OF THIS PAPER KLOPFER AND KLOPFER Pittsburgh's Popular Priced Tailors 622 SMITHFIELD STREET Extend you a cordial invitation to call and examine the largest selection of Woolens ever shown to man of which they will make you A SUIT TO YOUR ORDER For 16.00 FIT AND WORKMANSHIP GUARANTEED THIS AD. as a special offer is worth a discount of 10 per cent, one to each customer. Bring it with you as by it we are testing the strength of your paper as a trade puller. KLOPFER & KLOPFER TAILORS FOR THE PEOPLE, 622 SMITHFIELD ST. out early if you want a seat and hear this great preacher and wonderful choir. An excelent program will be rendered. Captain, Mrs. Mary Huddle. All churches and pastors are invited to attend. The missionary sisters of the church request each member and friend to bring a silver offering next Sunday for the Missionary society. THE COLORED WAITER HIS FORMER GLORY, HIS SUBSTITUTION BY "WHITE HELP," THE COMPARATIVE MERITS AS EXPRESSED BY THE NEW YORK SUN. Many of the New York daily passers seem to favor the employment of negroes in preference to foreign help in the local hotels and restaurants. Under the caption, "A Touch of Color," the Sun says: "In not too distant days which youngsters gibly dub simpler than the time we live in, there were hotels that were proud of their squads of black servants and black servants who were proud of their service. Before the American plan inn had become a memory in Fifth avenue and Broadway the opening of the dining room was a sight worth watching. The head waiter, large and impressive, gloriously self-conscious of his importance and dignity, marshalled his subordinates with all the care of a military commander, marched them in well drilled ranks the length of the great room and told them off to their stations like a general assigning the captains of his army. Perhaps there is an uncontaminated spot where that review and drill is still treasured; where the guest's hat is cared for by a specialist who scorns the use of checks, who never errs in restoring a man's head covering to him, and who himself pockets the fees his guardianship earns. "The black man as a waiter has almost disappeared from those places that exploit their fashionableness. Atlantic City was long a stronghold of those dark and satisfactory boys who understood what was said to them in United States, and could make intelligible answer to the unlearned. But the phrase white help exclusively is found more and more frequently in the announcements from that city of hotels. The dining rooms are cleared of the darkies first; the bell boys change color next; in a short time no gleam of white in a smiling face of ebony cheers the visitor. Perhaps prejudice is responsible for the bleaching of the servitors. No improvement in manners or attention accompanies it. The white waiters and boys are not more respectful or willing than their predecessors. Their unfamiliarity with the only language spoken by an overwhelming majority of their patrons makes for misunderstandings. Their impassivity is largely a myth, and even when it is displayed in perfection it is not more conducive to good digestion than the easy grin and wholesome chuckle of the negro. "One drawback there is in this town to the employment of negroes in eating places. New York is cursed with a population of 'professional southerners,' most of whom never saw the south, who obtrude themselves whenever they find opportunity. These exhibit their familiarity with polite usages by blackguarding black men with a pair of I know how to treat 'em; we had 500 on our plantation, suh, befo' the wah.' The blackguarding is done when it is obviously safe to indulge in. We have seen southern gentlemen who ached to malm these importors, curious excrescences on urban life. "Perhaps the astonishing strike that now perturbs the tavern keepers may bring back the negroes to favor. If it does the public will lose nothing by the reappearance of a tribe that fashion has exiled but that deserved better treatment from a 'public long tended skillfully and satisfactorily.' No Cruelty Allowed. A Boston contemporary announces the engagement of the son of Dr. Francis H. Rowley, "president of the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to, Animals and Mrs. Rowley."—Chicago Tribune. Dellcate Sign of Love. When a Japanese maiden desires to show marked attention to her lover, she uses the sharpened point of one of her finger nails in writing to him. COMING TO PITTSBURGH MADAME E. AZALIA HACKLEY SOPRANO Retiring Song Recital and Demonstration on Voice Culture School children's seats in the gallery or second balcony excepting the first three rows, which are 25 cents. Carnegie Music Hall,Pittsburgh Monday Night, July 1, 1912 Carnegie Music Hall,Pittsburgh Monday Night, July 1, 1912 Madame Hackley is not only the acknowledged 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 the Concert Platform to open a Voice Culture Training Institute, and will devote her whole time and energies to the musical uplift of her people throughout the country. Hackley Retiring Recitals will only be given in cities where first class auditoriums 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 as an object lesson to young musicians of the race. The demonstration in Voice Culture is considered the most original, valuable and enjoyable entertainment before our public. Madame Hackley has created a furore of enthusiasm and next season will repeat the Song Recital and Demonstration in Voice Culture all the way to Cuba. JUST OPENED Central Pharmacy 2701 Wylie Avenue, Cor. Francis St. Everything in the Drug Line. Store in charge of Registered Pharmacists At All Hours PHONES: Bell, 9125 and 9126 Schenley—P. & A. 2933 Main Marke Upward Step. If we can perceive beauty in every thing on earth a doing we may argue that we have reached the true perception of its universal laws—Ruskin. Easy Word to Pronounce. The easiest word to pronounce in the English language is said to be "murmur." It is simply an exulsion of the breath repeated. Luck Favors the Belt Commercial good-fortune favors the bold and frowned faint-hearted. Promises. A man usually wants the to furnish proof that what is going to come true, willing to take the gib pword for it. Luck Favors the Bold. Commercial good-fortune generally favors the bold and frowns upon the faint-hearted. A man usually wants the preacher to furnish proof that what he promises is going to come true, but he is willing to take the gib promoter's word for it. SOCIETY FRIDAY, JUNE 28, 1912 Ad notes for this column should be addressed to Pittsburgh Courier office, and marked "For Society Column." Long write-ups of receptions, etc., cost 1 cent a word to be published in this column, and cash must accompany the write-up. (Manager.) Last Friday evening, June 21, the Misses Margaret and Gertrude Velar gave a leap year party. Guests were: Misses Elsie and Emma Reed, Gladys Tibbs, Willinetta Tafalare, Margaret Roan, Ester Gilbert, Odeil Riebeare, Minnie Robinson, Martina Grey, Pearl Spurlock, Mrs. James Brown and Cabel Nicholas, Louis Robinson, William Lindsay, Sellars Hall, Harry Washington, James K. Lewis, Harold Butler, Logan Cregg, Robert Smalls, Howard Hall and George Brown. George W. Thomas and Miss Harriet F. Robinson, a member of Mrs. R. H. Morris' Ladies Bible class, were quietly married in the pastor's study at Brown Chapel church on Tuesday evening, June 18. Among those present were the mother of the bride. Mrs. Frances Roison and Mr. and Mrs. Anderson, Mrs. R. H. Morris and Miss Carrie N. Collins, Miss Washington. Rev. Dr. Morris officiating. The bride and groom left in an automobile for Sewickley where they will make their future home. --- Miss Helen Brown of Webster avenue was a charming hostess at a pretty appointed reception last Wednesday evening. The guests included Miss Lydie Tocas, Lella Wells's, Estella Wells and Catherine Easely; and Clinton Skinner, Ulysses Walters, Lucilius Jennings and Geo. Collins. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Snowden of Bellevue Pa., entertained at dinner on last Sabbath Rev. and Mrs. R. H. Morris, Miss Carrie N. Collins, Mr. and Mrs. Everett Thomas. Earl Johnson and Miss Martba T. Simpson of Salem, O., were married Saturday noon at the John Wesley parsonage, Rev. W. L. Lee officiating. Ams. Susie Sheffey gave a birthday party in honor of her husband, N. C. Sheffey. Wednesday evening, June 19, at her residence, 200 Everett street. About 40 guests were present and all spent a dightiful evening. Some very useful presents were received. The hostess served a delicious lunch. --- Miss Alice Brown of 104 Taggart street, entertained a party of ten in honor of Miss Regenia Briscoe, recently of Chicago, and who is spending a few weeks with friends in this city, en route to her home in Altoona. A dainty luncheon was served. Cards and music were features of the evening. --- Saunders-Ray Wedding The wedding of Miss Ruth Saunders daughter of Rev. and Mrs. J. R. Saunders of 1400 Walnut street, McKeesport, and John Ray of Pittsburgh, took place at Bethlehem Baptist church, Thursday, June 20, 1912 at 1912, at 8:15 p.m. Rev. Trigge of the Warren M. E. church of Pittsburgh, performed the ceremony and was assisted by Rev. H. W. Childs of the Calvary Baptist church of Pittsburgh. The wedding march "The Bridal Chorus" from Lohengrin, was played by Jos. H. Marshall. Following the ceremony a wedding supper was served in the dining room of the parsonage, where white and pink roses predominated in the decorations, violets being used as a center piece. Ferns and palms formed the principal decorations in the church. The bride was gowned in white silk, trimmed in fillet lace, and carried a bouquet of white roses. She was attended by Miss Roxley Ellis of Pittsburgh, who wore a pink silk gown and carried a bouquet of pink roses. Mr. Ray was attended by Wilson Brown of Pittsburg. Many handsome and costly presents were received by the bride and groom. After the wedding supper Mr. and Mrs. Ray left for their newly furnished home at 2908 Olive street, Pittsburgh. --- Those who took part in the Sunday evening symposium given at Bethe, church a few months ago under the auspices of the Adult Bible class were entertained at a buffet luncheon by Mrs. James A. Page last Monday evening. The contest in love letter writing provoked a great deal of mirth. Each contestant showed marked ability but the letters written by Mrs. P. A. Scott and D. J. A. Page were voted the prize winners. Those present were: Mrs. J. T. Writt, Mrs. P. A. Scott, Mrs. E. A. Hackley, Mrs. J. A. Page, Miss Sara Writt, Miss Madah Topson, J. A. Writt, Dr. P. A. Scott, Joseph Mahoney and Dr. J. A. Page. Women's Clubs NOTICE. To all Woman's Clubs in Pittsburgh: Please send in a statement answering the following questions concerning your club: Name of club. Name of President. Object of club. Work accomplished by the club in a very short sketch. Address The Pittsburgh Courier, 1209 Wylie avenue. ... The Woman's Federated Reading club of Steubenville, O.. was very hospitably entertained by the Friday Afternoon club of Bellaire, O.. at the residence of Mrs. P. S. Morton on Pleasant Heights Friday afternoon, where a miscellaneous program was rendered. Mrs. J. F. Mathews gave an entertaining talk on our schools of the South. The following ladies composing the club of Bellaire: Mrs. Nellie Barber, Mannie Coffman, Mamie Kent, Sadie Preston, Lucy Severs, Margaret Johnson, Mary Moore, Susie Hogan, Adda Moore, Misses Kate Simmons, Dora Leucas, Ela Kennedy, Lotte Iwain, Alma Chavois, Gertrude Grandason, Mrs. Frank Clarke, Mrs. Elmer White of Steubenville and Mrs. John Jennings of Pittsburgh, were visitors to the Women's club of this city. Elaborate refreshments were served at a late hour the guests departed for their home, each club wishing the other success for the coming year. The Married Women's Culture club was very highly entertained on Thursday, June 20, at the residence of Mrs. D. M. Blair. Being social afternoon a very excellent program was rendered. Paper by Mrs. Page; solo, Mrs. Campbell; address by Mrs. Burnett; solo, Mrs. Armstead; paper, Mrs. Katie Young; solo, Mrs. Herrington, and address by Mrs. Simpson. A very dainty luncheon was served by the hostess, after which the club adjourned to meet at the residence of Mrs. Emma Hill, 5602 Mignonette street, Wednesday, July 3. The second carnival to be given by the Married Women's Culture club will be July 24, 25, 26 at the residence of Mrs. Clara Veany, 526 Boreland street, East End. --- The round trip fare from Pittsburgh to the state convention of the "Women's clubs, which will meet at Bel-efonte, Pa., August 21, will be $1.10. COMING EVENTS In the future there will be a column headed COMING EVENTS in which will appear announcements of all coming events. As such matter is advertising there will be a fee, of one cent a word. Any matter announcing meetings, entertainments, games, etc., will be regarded as advertising and unless remittance accompanies the notice to the amount of one cent a word the publication of the same will be withheld. However, a short writeup of the event after it has passed will be cheerfully published free. The ninth annual convention of the Pennsylvania State Federation of Woman's clubs will meet at Bellefonte, August 21, at A. M. E. church, Rev. P. J. Blackburn, pastor. All clubs that are affiliated with the State Federation over one year are requested to send their state dues to the treasurer, Miss E. J. Moore, 1429 Sandzky street, North Side, Pittsburgh, by July 20. Clubs wishing to affiliate with the state organization will write Mrs. Lena Harris, 621 Grant street, Johnstown, Pa. for application cards. R. Aldridge, president. Rather Emphatic. In a Virginia courthouse a begro was describing how a cutting scrape started. "Dis here Johnson nigger started toward me," said the witness; "and ez he done so he stuck his hand down in his hip pocket. And I says to him, 'Nigger,' I says, 'whatever you has got your hand on now better be a chicken, 'cause I sutthly is gwine to make you eat it!'" Dropped Into Earth's Opening. Dropped into Earth's Opening. An earthquake in the Philippine islands recently brought forth a queer experience. According to the story, a native was walking through one of the towns when the shock occurred. The earth opened beneath his feet and he dropped into the fissure, saving himself from injury by grasping the edges of the pit with his hands. Bedouins Using Olive Oil. It is reported that a market for oil is developing among the Bedouin tribe, who have been accustomed to use sahn (cooking butter made of sheep's and goats' milk)). but who, on account of the high prices obtainable 'or sahn, are selling it and substituting oil oil. Well Described. A little Newton girl who had been o the dentist to have a tooth extracted thus described her experience: The man grabbed hold with a pair of rings, and just before it killed me he tooth comed out.—Boston Tran- Profitable Interchange In return for the white pine, the Douglas fir and the black walnut, Europe has given North America the Norway spruce and maple and the Scotch and Austrian pine. Magazine and Politicians Many magazines are like politicians, in that their promises of good things or next month are the clearest part of them.—Detroit News. LEETSDALE PA Rev. Chandler preached an interesting sermon Sabbath morning and in the afternoon the pastor, Rev. Tate and several of the members attended communion services in Coraopolis. The called, meeting of the "Golden Rule" at the home of the president last Monday evening was well attended and a very enjoyable session was held. It was decided at this meeting that the club give a Japanese lawn fete on the evening of July 5, at the residence of Mrs. R. H. Lee, Leetalsa, Pa., at which time the ladies are preparing to have all the delicacies of the season on sale. Admission 10 cents. Proceeds for benefit of Eastbrook Home. Your patronage is most earnestly solicited. Quite a number of our residents attended the district sermon at McDonald and report a fine time. NOSSOXOFF 1 BARBER, HAIRDRESSING, AND MANICURING SCHOOL By our method everybody can learn the trade in short time: expenses small, and you can earn money while at school, and send for information. A specif ication is extended to proso- spective students. 05 PENN AVENUE FITTSTURGH, PA. The image provided is too blurry to accurately recognize any text or details. It appears to be a grayscale image with a blurry, monochromatic figure. Photo by Peter P. Jones, Colcred Photographer. Costume Designed and Made by Mrs. W. J. Skillern, Denver, Colorado. A Souvenir Copy of the Above Photo of Madame Hackley Will be Given to Every Patron on the First Two Floors COMMENCEMENT AT WILBERFORCE ENDS. (Continued from Page One.) funds to wipe out the University debt, Bishop B. F. Lee and Bishop Evans Tyree. Bishop Lee demonstrated his ability to raise money by raising the sum of $26,000 in South Carolina for educational purposes in the last four years. In the last eight years Bishop Tyree has raised $64,000 for the same purpose. With such men as these behind the movement, the board fees confident that it will be able to report to the general conference of the A. M. E. church in Philadelphia in 1916 that the University is entirely without debt. Johnstown, Pa. (By Mary Lewis.) Miss Nella Stewart, who is a teacher or domestic science in Columbus, O., while en route to Philadelphia and New York, stopped in Johnstown and was the house guest of Miss Viola Hall of Burton street. Missess Bessie Eddsex. Majorie Wilson and David Stephens were guests of Miss Mary Lewis Sunday. The outing and dance given by the E. L. Davis club of which Mrs. Mollie Banks is president for the benefit of the Home of Destitute Colored Children, was largely attended. We feel that this club is working for a good and noble cause and deserves our aid. Mrs. Fauny Long formerly of Johnstown but now of Philadelphia, was the house guest of Mrs. Lena Harris from Saturday until Monday. Mrs. Long was to have remained a week or ten days, and numerous social events had been planned for her entertainment, out the sudden death of her employer, Lieutenant Murphy, made it necessary for her to return immediately to Philadelphia. Monday evening, June 24, the Daughters of Sphinx held their regular monthly meeting. The folowing officers were elected: Past Most Worthy matron, Mrs. Fanny Long; worthy matron, Mrs. Mary Nash; high priestess, Mrs. Mary Terrell; advocate, Mrs. Minnie Smith; recorder, Mrs. Lena Harris; exchequer, Mrs. Ellen Amby; first conductrese, Mrs. Bessie Johnson; second conductrese, Mrs. Manda Crawly; first captain of guards, Mrs. Laura Hall; second captain of guards, Mrs. Laura Barnett; third captain of guards, Miss Minnie Holmes; guardian, Miss Bessie Stewart. The Supreme annual session of the Daughters of Sphinx will be held in Boston, July 17. Mrs. Fanny Long has been elected as the representative of the Johnstown court. The angel of death last Friday, June 21, entered the home of Mr. and Mrs. William Waugh and claimed their 5-year-old son, Lawrence Edgar. The little yellow was a very beautiful child with a bright, loving nature. To the parents and relatives we extend our deepest sympathy for we loved him dearly. The baby was buried in Grandview cemetery, Sunday. Grace, the youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Moore of Frank in street, is very ill. We hope she will soon recover. Miss Myrtle Banks has been suffering with a severe attack of neura gla for the past few days. Miss Genevieve Harrison entertained Missee Martha Pool and Mary Burrell, Robert Landon and Chas. toward Sunday. PITTSBURGH COURIER MZALIA HACKLEY Her Retiring Recital At All, Forbes St., Pgh. St, July 1, 1912 Photographer, Colcred Photographer. by Mrs. W. J. Skillern, Den- Colorado. Photo of Madame Hackley atron on the First Two Floors Be on time, rain or shine GREENSBURG (By Warrick Anderson.) Rev. Powell returned from Wilberforce Friday and reported that he had a pleasant trip and that this is first charge he has had with not student at Wilberforce. He hopes that someone from Greensburg will enter this fall. The Gypsy festival and Spanish drill were presented by the Willing Workers' club Friday evening for the benefit of Bethel A. M. E.. Mrs. Powell had the children well drilled and too much praise can not be given her. Robinson hall was crowded with people from Irwin, Manor, Jeannette and Scottdale. Thirty dollars was made. The Willing Workers' club was organized three months ago and has $10 in the treasury. Mrs. W. Anderson is president, Mrs. C. Jackson is secretary, Mrs. W. Nicholas is treasurer. After three years without having a children's day at Bethel A. M. E. church, superintendent J. H. Nimmy, with his Sunday school, rendered a program Sunday evening. A large audience was present. The church would do well to have some one like Mrs. Katibell Brown to lift collection all the time. Mrs. Courney and Mrs. Cox of Pittsburgh, were the guests of Mrs. J. Jackson and Mrs. W. Nicholas Friday. Miss Rosa Draper of Pittsburgh, is visiting Mrs. James Paris. Miss Margret Gigley of Scottdale is the guest of Miss Nelie Hackney for a few days. The Mandolin club, of which Mrs. B. B. Wright, Jr., of Irwin, is director, rendered several selections on Friday evening in connection with their festival and Spanish drill. At 147 Penn street there is a 12-pound girl to make the home of Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Tune happy. Mrs. Rev. S. A. Lewis and daughter, Alice of Parkersburg, W. Va., are visiting her daughter, Mrs. Paris and sisters, Mrs. Hamlin, Mrs. Tyree. We had the pleasure of meeting Dr. Robinson last week. He is stopping with J. W. Brown. Miss Martha Dickson entertained a lot of young girls and boys Sunday afternoon. J. L. Grigsby of Scottdale spent Thursday night and Monday night as the guest of J. E. Smith. No. 35, K. of P., held their election of officers on Monday evening. These brothers were elected: G. H. Holley, C. C.; M. J. Wood, V. C. C.; C. E. Jackson, prelate; G. W. Brown, M. A. A. With these brothers in office a bright future for the lodge is looked for. We are glad to see the return of the Monroe family to the old burg. Mrs. H. 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Stetson Hats LEVISON'S 1408 Wylie Avenue Best Quality At Better Prices Character Building, Domestic Science, Vocal and Instrumental Music, Dressmaking are offered Colored Girls between the ages 4 to 15 at the WASHINGTON (By E. H. Brooks.) Mrs. Annabel Thompson and grandson marry, are spending the summer with relatives in Pittsburgh. Miss Mary Wright of Youngstown O., is visiting relatives and friends in Washington. Attorney John C. Asbury of Philadelphia, spent Sunday and Monday with his brother Isaac E. Asbury and other relatives of this place. Mr. Asbury was en route home from Chicago where he attended the Republican National convention. Mrs. Isabella T. Temple of North Side, Pittsburgh, spent last Wednesday with her cousin, Mrs. T. J. Askew of South Frank in street. John Cochran of Blaine street, was a McKeesport visitor the past week. Miss Hilda Thomas and brother, Robert, spent last Sunday with their aunt, Mrs. Anna Wassler of Canonsburg. Miss Anna B. King left Monday for her Charleston, Va., home to visit her father. Miss King has made many friends during her stay in Washington and will be greatly missed. Mr. and Mrs. R. E. Frazier of Pittsburgh, were recent guests of Mr. and Mrs. I. E. Asbury. H. W. Edwards, traveling representative of the Courier and also head of an industrial school in Virginia, spent several days in Washington the past week attending the commencement of W. and J. college of which he was a former student and also speaking in several of the churches of our city. Mr. Edwards is of a genial makeup and deserves success in his chosen work of uplifting the race. Miss Sadie Vactor of Canonsburg, is the week's guest of Mrs. I. E. Asbury. More than 250 persons from Washington attended the annual picnic and contest drill of the Second Patriarchal Regiment, G. U. O. O. F. at Olympia park last Monday. And the result? Dont you know? Why Washington Patriarchie 139, the famous winning company of the fifteenth B. M. C. at Baltimore in 1910, for the third time won the handsome slik regimental flag. Great credit is due Captain Jones and his men for their efficiency in drilling and of course are much elated over their success. The judges were Lieutenant Colonel Alfred Crocket of Washington; Major Wm. Campbell of Wheeling; and Major Carter of Pittsburgh, who decided that to Patriarchie 139 "There are many flags in many lands There are flags of many a hue But there is no flag in any land Like their own Red, White and 'Blue.' Like their own Red, White and B'ue. St. Paul A. M. E. Church. The Children's day exercises last Sunday reflected great credit upon the committee of arrangements and a neat sum was raised for Children's day collection. Rev. Butler returned Saturday from Wilberforce and occupied his pulpit Sunday morning. Next Sunday, June 30. will be quarterly meet- ing and Rev, R. H. Bumry, P. E., will be present The Stewards are expecting a dollar rally from the members on that day. The stewards are expecting a dollar rally from the members on that day. On Tuesday, July 2, the Mite Missionary society will hold a can and pound social and ask all their friends to contribute something for first evening; also a business meeting will be held at 8 o'clock at which all persons holding money barrels will please report. The convention to be held July 18 to 21 promises to be a great gathering. Among the many visitors will be Mrs. Bishop Handy of the parent body and Mrs. Edna Woodson of the Ohio conference branch. Mrs. Isabel Tanner Temple is president of the Pittsburgh conference branch and Mrs. Ella H. Brooks of the local society. Wright's Chapel. Children's day exercises last Sunday were splendidly carried out and consisted of holes, papers and addresses by some of the best local talent, while the children's part under the training of Mrs. W. S. Jefferson, was a delight to all who heard them. The superintendent, Mrs. M. E. Ramsey, was assisted by members of the John Weekly M. E. church and she wishes to thank all persons who helped to make this the best Children's day ever held at this church. A grand musical will be given Tuesday evening, July 8, to which the public is cordially invited. Wm. (better known as Uncle Billy) Jackson of Olson avenue and a veteran of the Civil War, met with a serious accident last Monday by breaking his leg. Giving to the state of Mr. Jackson's health, the shock to his system is very great. His many friends are sorry to know of his accident and hope for his complete recovery. George Searle, a well-known barber of Washington for the past 10 years, died last Monday morning at his home on Burton avenue, after a short illness of stomach trouble. The funeral was held Wednesday afternoon at the Nazareth Baptist church and was in charge of the local order of Elks of which the deceased was a member. First Class Accommodations For The Travelling Public of LADIES AND GENTLTEMEN REF ERENCES Mrs. E. A. BERRY 74 Highland Ave., Washington, Pa. Queen City Cafe First Class Service Guaranteed SEA FOODS IN SEASON HENRY L. BYER, Proprietor 147 N. LINCOLN ST. WASHINGTON, PA. Advance of Civilization. In point of time Europe and Amer- ican are near together now than Lon- den and Belfort were two hundred years ago. AMONG THE CHURCHES MUST BE TUESDAY PUBLISH. ALL CHURCH NOTES AT THE OFFICE BY OF EACH WEEK TO BE ED UNDER THIS HEAD. A.M.E.ZION CHURCH (By Alma). The war rally, Tuesday evening, June 18, under the auspices of the Little Builders, was a financial success. The Southern army, Miss Pearl Blue, general, collected $23.25; the Northern Army, Master Willie Howard, general, $26.25. The Lillie Builders club is composed of children aged from 3 to 12 years old. Last year the club聚会 the church with an oak seat of furniture for the study and four extension tables for the picture room. Miss Ida Jones is the president; Miss Clarissa Stuart, secretary; Miss Pearl Blue, treasurer; C. F. Jones general instructor. The V. C. E. society was well attended, many visitors being present. "Echoes" from the topics of the quarter proved to be an interesting and instructive departure from the regular lesson. A review of the twelve lessons was gone over with gratifying results. The Junior society at 6 p.m. is increasing in membership. Miss Susie Williams was elected delegate to the District convention, Myersdale, Pa. July 10-12. Miss Williams will represent the Young Woman's Missionary society and Endeavor society. Mrs. Katie C. Stuart will represent the W. H. and F. Missionary society. I will go where you want me to go and do what you want me to do. Dear Lord, was cheerfully adhered to Sunday evening, when three local preachers were called on to face the crowded auditorium and give 15 minutes exhortation. J. R. Tucker gave a beautiful illustration of "A Surrendered Life, Its Roward." 37 Ps. 2. V. "Trust in the Lord and do good." W. H. Johnson spoke from 6 c., Eccles. 1.1. "What is man that thou art mindful of him?" Lloyd McCoy prefaced his subject, "The old paths" (Ser. 6: 16). by-singing that old familiar, hymn, "Come Holy Spirit." Heavenly Dove, With All The Quickening Power. "Surely the fire burned and as we sang our hearts went out with the sweet request, return O holy, dove, return sweet messenger of rest. It is hoped that our locals and deacons may have more opportunities to appear in public, it would be an encouragement to them and give the members an opportunity to note improvement, if any. The Missionary committee will give a sacred concert on Sunday at 3 p.m. June 30. on the evening of July 6. A sacred concert. Mrs. Lelu Green, chairman. The children's has been postponed until July 6. The P. E. Dr. D. T. Bradley, will preach a special sermon to the children 11 a. m. 8 p. m. "The Holy City." BROWN CHAPEL CHURCH The services at Brown Chapel church were largely attended last Sabbath, the pastor, Rev. Dr. Morris, preaching two soul-shrirting sermons. The morning class meeting was well attended and very spiritual. The Christian Endeavor was conducted by Mrs. Hattie Poovey. The third quarter conference was held at Brown Chapel church on Monday evening, June 24, Presiding Elder N. D. Temple presiding. The financial reports were larger than they have been for years. The full quarter was $1,460.40. Bishop C. T. Shaffer, our new bishop of the Pittsburgh conference, will make his first visit at Brown Chapel church July 25 on Thursday evening. The public is cordially invited to be present to welcome our bishop. Rev. Dr. Morris preached the communion sermon at Preston avenue church, Bellevue, on last Sabbath afternoon. He is still receiving congratulations on such a wonderful outpouring of the gospel. Dr. Morris made a short visit to Elizabeth, Pa. last week on business. BETHEL A. M. E. CHURCH (By Estella Wells.) Each Sabbath brings increased attendance and interest here. Services were never more beautiful and touching than on last Sabbath Bishop Benjamin Baner conducted the preliminary service, his sweet words of encouragement fell pleasantly upon our ears. Bishop W. N. Heard delivered a rich and deep message. He took his test from Rom. 8: 16. "The Spirit itself beareth witness with our spirit." His discourse was masterly and practical and was presented intelligently and stirred and uplifted our souls. We are real proud of these two bishops, they are fine products of African Methodism. Bishop Heard has charge of the West African field and is doing marvelous work. Brother Wm. Neal, who has piloted the Sabbath school successfully for seven years tendered his resignation as superintendent, much to the regret of the pastor and teachers' board. The teachers training class will be examined on Bible geography on Friday, July 12. A successful entertainment was held last Tuesday evening under the auspices of the Ohio Colony. Massachusetts Colony showed itself glorious on last Thursday when a special commencement exercise was held in which the 1912 graduates participated. Tuesday, July 14, will mark the closing sacred concert for the summer. The program to be rendered will equal any given heretofore. Every body is going to rally Sunday, July 7. The mark set is $300. If fortune favors us all crushing claims will be satisfied and sailing will be smooth. AVERY MISSION NOTES (By Martha J. Williamson.) Sunday service was largely attended. The Stewardess Board must be complimented on the grand sacred concert Sunday evening. Avery's Sunday school will hold their picnic at the Chapel at Riverview park, July 16. The Warren M. E. Mission of Sharpsburg, will picnic with us, June 20 will be Woman's day. Program all day. Rev. A. Wakefield attended the quarterly services at Believe church on Sunday. An offering was sept in behalf of the church. Mrs. Rebecca Aldridge will preach at 11 a. m. Sunday, and a program will be rendered at 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. The misi- sionary ladies will serve lunch. Mrs. Amanda Ware is still sick. Rev. Madden of Oak station, is also on the sick list. The baby contest was quite a success. Mrs. Kemper's baby, Elan- or, was the successful baby. Mrs. Mary Williamson Scott was the suce- ful lady. WAYMAN, A. M. E. CHURCH WAYMAN, A. M. E. CHURCH BELLEVUE. Quarterly meeting was a success in every way. The sermon preached at 3 p.m. by Rev. Morris, D. D., will be remembered for many days by all who heard him. Men's day has been postponed from July 7 to July 21. Some of the gentlemen whom we wished to appear on the program are otherwise engaged on the 7th, hence the change. The house socials are still going on. Rev. Thomas having made his weekly visit to sick reports following: Mrs. Chas. Lewis as not doing so well, Rev. I. B. Till, improving. Mrs. David E. Keys wishes to express her thanks to friends who so kindly sent her flowers during her illness. St. Paul A.S.M.E. Church South Side. The clubs are holding cottage socials to swell their treasures. The stewardess, Mrs. Berry, president, will hold a strawberry house social at Mrs. John Henderson's home July 3. Remember next Sunday is the last day of grace for raising the interest money. The mock commencement held on Tuesday evening, June 19, was a grand success. Such a cast of young and talented young ladies and gentlemen has seldom acted on any stage in any church or school. There were representatives on the stage from McKeesport High school, Canonsburg High school, two graduates Washington and Jefferson college, from Bethel, Wylie avenue and a brilliant group of young ladies and gentlemen of the South Side St. Paul's pride. Every body was simply delighted. To. Mrs. Rev. T. E. Wilson and Miss Jennie Jones is due the credit and honor for the training and drilling of these young people for the occasion and for the fine taste as manifested in the arrangements and choice of speeches, orations and subjects. The eye was fascinated with beauty, the ear was charmed with sweet melody, the mind was feted and feasted on the eloquence of our young men and the songs, speeches of the young Misses. as they led the vast audience through the endless mazes of delightful music. The valedictory having been delivered by Jas. Dungee and the diplomas handed to the proud retiring class of 1912 by the superintendent, Prof. Herman Socks. Mrs. Wilson was voted the queen of literary entertainment promoters. One of the Berry children is on the sick list. Euclid Avenue A. M. E. CHurch (By Minnie Harris) Last Sabbath was calmest day and services were well attended. The Junior Choir rendered sweet music at both services. Dr. R. R. Wright of the Christian Recorder, worked with us at the morning service. Dr. R. Wright proached an inspiring and interesting sermon, subject "Boys and Girls Playing in the Streets." The children of the Sunday school rendered an excellent program beginning at 5 p.m. At the close of the exercises nine persons were read in full membership. Mrs. Louise Scott died Sunday evening about 3 p.m. at the late residence, 52 Fulton street. The funeral services were held at the Euclid Avenue church Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Dr. D. S. Bentley officiating. The ladies of the Altar Guild will please meet in the ladies parlor Tuesday evening, July 2, 1912. The ladies will give a lawn fete in the near future. Miss Pearl Ford, sister of Miss Minnie Harris, was graduated from the High school class of the Peabody school Wednesday, June 26, the ex exercise being held at the Emory M. E. church. The S. S. F. club will meet at the residence of Willis Harville, 136 Tortrent street. Thursday evening, July A. M. E. ZION CHURCH SCOTTDALE, Pa. (By Nannie Hickman) Services were well attended last Sunday. The pastor preached at 11 a.m. and at 5 p.m. The Sunday school convened at 10 o'clock, the attendance was good and the Sunday school is moving along nicely under the leadership of Mrs. Jno. L. Griggsby. Rev. Bell was invited to preach at the Methodist Episcopal church, Chestnut Ridge. He says he was treated grand by his white friends and the services were impressive and helpful. The last week's entertainments given by the Stewartess Board was nice and well attended and it was also a financial success. The Violet club is preparing to give another entertainment for the benefit of the pastor. We pray to learn that Robert Jordan this foot badly burned at the pine mill. We hope he will soon be able to be out again. Miss Margaret Grisby is visiting friends in Jeannette and Greensburg. Miss Bianca Hickman is in Pittsburgh visiting and will be gone for several weeks. Mrs. Lucy Pride and Nannie Hickman were in Unidentown Sunday, attending Woman's day services at St. Paul A. M. E. church. They reported having a grand time. The day was a success from start to finish. Mr. and Mrs. Palmer of Connellsville were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. St. Clair White last Sunday. Miss Mabel, White was in Connellsville Sunday attending services at Payne A. M. E. church. Mrs. Jennie Murray was an afternoon caller in Mt. Pleasant last Sunday. Rain Brown, Thomas Salsbury and Charles Brown were visking friends in Pittsburgh last Saturday and Sunday. HOMESTEAD Gladden A. M. E. Church. The service last Sunday were well attended. At 11 a. m. Rev. Goggins preached a soul stirring sermon. At 2 p. m. Rev. Nelson of Beaver preached the Masons' sermon to the Precious Jewel lodge of Homestead. The order turned in out full. At 7:30 p. m. Rev. Goggins preached a sermon which will long be remembered. Children's day will be held at the church Sunday. A good program is promised. William Campbell has been on the sick list, suffering with his eyes. Mr. Dean of Harrisburg, Va., and Mr. Tolliver of Pittsburg were the house guests of Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Banks on Sunday. Miss Aderene Wyant and sister are visiting in Youngstown, Ohio. The Woman's Mile Missionary society will host annual rally and union platform meeting Sunday, July 14, at Gladden A. M. E. church. Mrs. W. L. Dixon of Braddock was calling on Mrs. O. B. Chambers last Thursday. Mrs. Canter will leave Wednesday evening for Matropolis, Ill., to see her brother, who is not expected to live. Mrs. Pleasant Law of Salem, Va. is visiting Mrs. Jesse Jackson. R. M. Summers is on the sick list. Mrs. Jennie Cardwell, who has on the sick list for the last two weeks, is improving nicely. Mr. Wall of Willock was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Yancy on Sunday. Terrace Baptist Church. A grand concert was given at the First Baptist church of Munhall terrace Thursday evening. A very interesting program was rendered. Sunday was rainy day. Rev. Simpson of Pittsburg preached a grand sermon at 11 a.m. and Rev. Morten of Homestead, now pastoring at Oakmont, preached at 3 p.m. Many visitors were present. $100 was realized. Clarks Memorial Baptist Church. At 11 a. m., Sunday, Rev. R. R. Jones preached. Among the visitors that worshiped with us were Mrs. Carpenter of Pittsburg. The attendance of the Sunday school and B. Y. P. U. was good. Bert Jackson addressed the young people in their meeting Sunday evening. Mrs. R. R. Jones, who was called away to attend the funeral of her sister has returned home. Sunday night Rev. Rosco, preached an able sermon. Rev. Rosco is an able and spiritual gospel preacher, and we bid him God speed. Mrs. John Hamm of Cleveland, O., spent a short while in Homestead, visiting her daughter, Mrs. H. B. Nelson, on her way to Aitona to attend to important business. Mrs. H. E. Nelson is on the sick list. Mrs. Belle Vené left Saturday, June 22, to visit friends in Martinsburg, W. Va.; Berrville and Grotto, Va. On her return home she will visit Rev. Hughs and family of Baltimore, Ma. James M. Saunders of East End was a caller on Miss Estela Staunton Sunday. Mrs. John Lee of Homewood and Mrs. William Pangburn and little daughter, Gladys, were the house guests of Mrs. F. R. Doody last week. Miss Rachel McFerson was calling on Miss Blanche Dooley Sunday. McKEESPORT A grand musical and literary entertainment will be held at St. Paul A. M. E. church July 2 and 4, by Queen Esther club, Mrs. J. Pride, president. Misses Emma Dee and Golden Young and D. Jefferson were delightfully entertained at 6 o'clock a Sunday by the Miss Cora and Mary R. Dade, who proved their verses delightful; hostesses. The wedding of Miss Ruth Saunders and Jno. Ray took place at Bethel Baptist church Thursday evening with Revs. Triggs and Childs of Pittsburgh officiating. Wedding march was played by Joseph Marshall. Mrs. J. W. Brown was the guest of friends in Elizabeth for a few days last week. The Prudential Insurance Company took out a boat excursion of 550 on their annual outing Saturday for which the meals were served by our caterer, G. V. Gross and his proficient corps of waiters, M. Mickens, W. Wallace and W. N. Young. Miss H. Pryor took the part of class poet in the mock commencement at the A. M. E. church, South Side, Pittsburgh, last Tuesday evening. The many friends of Miss Helen Williams were surprised to learn her marriage to H. Baltimore, June 16. The newly wedded couple anticipate making New York their future home, B. B. Wright, Jr., of Irwin, was a guest of J. W. Young Thursday. The Iron City Giants, who were the attraction at Olympia Parn June 24 with the Mendez A. A. s of McKeesport, were defeated by a score of 6 to 3. The Iron City Giants is composed of the best players in the Monongahela and Allegheny valleys. The feature of the game was the all-around playing of the Mendez team, including Sehorm, Pettus, Burress, Taylor, and Colly, the star pitcher for Mendez. His work alone was one of the great features of the day. Mendez is open to meet all first class uniform teams, and can be reached by addressing James H. Lewis, 1122 Walnut street, McKeesport. Miss Cornelia Roberts of Charleston, W. Va., was visiting her brother, G. W. Roberts, 1371 Jenny Lind street, last week. MEADVILLE (By Charles A. Douglas.) Mrs. Jno. W. Douglas in Garden street, is seriously sick. Miss Arters of Cambridge Springs, was the guest of Miss Lucy Green last Sunday. Rev. P. E. Faint occupied the pulpit at Bethel last Sunday morning and evening. The Children's day program was postponed from last to next Sunday. Mrs. Jno. Kerr in Frederiksburg, who has been on the sick list is much improved. The Johnson and Thomas Service Company has been awarded the contract to keep the Diamond park in trim for the summer. SUBSCRIBE FOR THE COURIER PITTSBURGH COURIER A man's life consists not in the abundance of the things which he possesses.—St. Luke, xl15. This is an age of luxury. Those who have read a recent book on "The Idle Rich" will need no proof of the proposition so far as it concerns members of the wealthy class. But we need to guard against a too-common mistake. Immoral luxury is by no means confined to the very rich. The largest single expenditure in this country, an annual budget of seventeen hundred millions of dollars (more than we pay for bread, for education, or national defense), is spent on alcoholic beverages; and three-fourths of this sum comes from those who are comparatively poor. The laborer who spends twenty cents daily for beer is from the standpoint of family duty and responsibility, as guilty as the idle rich. So, for that matter, is a thousand-dollar clerk who spends $50 a year on cigars and tobacco. Nor must it be forgiven that there is luxury and luxury. There is a luxury that is social rather than selfish, which helps to make life brighter and cheerier and therefore better—a luxury which has its charter in the finely balanced saying of St. Paul about the God, who gives us richly all lthings to enjoy. But while this is true and the Christian spirit may exist in the midst of a life of ease, the danger is that it will not. Christ knew the human heart, and in spite of our spiritful efforts to explain away his saying he meant something when he told his disciples that it was easier for a camel to pass through the eye of a needle than for aich man to enter the kingdom of heaven. Nor is our modern problem merely a matter of luxury; it is in many cities outside the realm of great wealth, a question of softness of living. There is among us a marked decay of virile hardness. We love ease; we shrink from self-denial. And here, again, it is a situation that runs parallel with no special social class. Take the life of the ordinary, everyday family. As a nation our attitude toward the child is dangerously indulgent. Mothers innumerable are slaving over work at which their daughters should be, but are not learning to help. Fathers innumerable are so anxious to have their boys rise in the world" that we find a hundred poor clerks for one vacancy, while the manual trades are held more and more in contempt. The result is a coming generation with wrong social standards, with little respect for discipline and duty and with no education for the inevitable pains of life. A generation not used to hardness of any sort will lack the moral sturdiness and the rugged moral discipline that makes a happy family life possible. What, then, is the gospel for this age of ease? First—It is a gospel of work. The teaching of Christ is exemplified in his life. With all the world to choose from, how striking that he selects his place at a carpeastern's shop and identifies himself' with the plain people; Jesus Christ's life is the glorification of work. Labor must be the law of every life if we are to be followers of such a master. They who treat the path of labor follow where Christ's feet have feet. They who work without complaining do the holy will of God. Where the weary toll together, there am I among my own. Where the tired workman sleepeth, there am I with him alone. This is the espel of labor—ring it, ye balls of the high— The lord of love came down from above to live with the men who work. If this be true, no life can be innocent that is spent in selfish idleness. Every day, whether he be rich or poor, is really living on the gifts of some one else. The paparazzi of the die rich differs in nothing from that of the tramp save in his clothing and his uncertain abiding place. Not to be obliged to work is therefore far from being a blessing. Work of some everyone must do; and from the believer class the Gospel demands as a right work for the community. Their very lesure lament upon them a duty to others. Their exemption from manual "of" is the voice of God ringing a "oblesse oblige" in their ear. Their is a quickened call to social service. Only in such service can their luxury be prevented from becoming immoral and debasing. This is the lesson the children of today must be taught if they are to be the right men of tomorrow. (1) That all work is sacred, because work is forever radiant with gospel light. Since Christ came to labor, (2) that those who are not obliged to work for self are, by a more pressing necessity, called upon to work for others. Second-Curs is a gosse of the simple life. We need to show the world world that "a man's life consisteth not in the things which he possesseth." Simplicity of living does not, of course, imply meanness of living. What it does imply is that we must possess of living in the senses," such living just because it makes life weak will dolefully seem tenses into sensual living. What it also implies is that whose hands need not will must be their minds are at labor. If we possess with extraordinary men The Price of Reform. When the citizen was in town the visitor in an inquisitive visitor interviewed the manner of the sideshow. "Alas yes," was the answer. "If you remember him, you will recall that he used to eat beer bottles. Well, a few months ago a temperance orator got hold of him and made blim tal gifts, at least they have opportunity for the highest cultivation of the gifts that are theirs. They owe it to the world, too, to show that elegance and refinement may be combined with the enjoyment of the higher things. Third—Ours is a gospel of sacrifice. Christ's own sacrifice stands over against us as a challenge and appeal. "Though he were rich, yet for our sakes he became poor." Christ stands over against the wills and hearts of men, inviting and attracting to sacrifice, demanding and claiming sacrifice, welcoming sacrifice when it is offered. I believe the gospel has failed to a certain extent in our day, just because it has not been preached strongly on this side. We have made religion easy instead of heroic. The world still at heart loves the heroic, and will always respond to its call. Let a gospel of sacrifice—heroic sacrifice—be preached more widely, and even an ease-loving age will respond to its message. Men will still do hard things if they have been made to see them as a vision aplendid. Fourth—Ours is a gospel of brotherhood. Not that Christianity first gave the idea of brotherhood to the world—the Roman Terence won a storm of applause in the theater by a line in one of his plays which said the same thing. But Christianity took the idea and set it at work. Our social service must be brotherly service. It asks not "Am I my brother's keeper?" Many a man or woman of leisure has literally found a new birth, with possibilities of happiness hitherto undreamed, in the effort to give that question an affirmative answer. Finally—Ours is the gospel of the other world. If people are to live simply and to work unselfishly for the good of others, it must be for a better reason than that this is the wiser and noblest thing for the life that now is. That thought may help, but it will not inspire. The supreme and moving force can be found only in the life that is to come. To make life here a better End happier thing becomes a noble aim, inspiring to high service only when the conviction is firm that life here is an entrance into life hereafter. Yes, there is luxury and luxury, ease that makes us forget God, and ease that makes us only more conscious of heavenly blessings that are to be. THE WORD MELODRAMA THE WORD MELODRAMA ORIGINALLY MEANT A PLAY IN WHICH MUSIC WAS INTRODUCED. Nowadays "melodrama" is in general use as denoting a purely sensational play, with an all but impossible hero, heroine and villain among the characters represented. Formerly the word kept more closely in its signification to actual derivation. "Melodrama" is compounded of the Greek words melos, a song, and drama, an action, a play, and was applied to two sorts of performances when it first came into use. It signified a play, generally of the romantic school, in which the dialogue was frequently relieved by music, sometimes of an incidental and sometimes of a purely dramatic character. On the strength of his "Pygmalion" J. J. Rousseau is credited with the invention of this style, some of the so-called English operas of the older school, such as the once famous "beggar's Opera" and the one popular "No Song, No Supper," are in reality very melodramas. In the second place "melodrama" was applied to a peculiar kind of theatrical composition in which the actor recited his part in an ordinary speaking voice, while the orchestra played a more or less elaborate accompaniment appropriate to the situation and calculated to bring its salient features into the highest possible relief. The merit of the invention of this description of melodrama belongs to George Beuda, who used it with striking effect in his "Ariadne an Naxos," produced at Gotha in 1774.—London Globe. BUTTERFLY EFFECTS. There is at present a craze for butterfly effects. The design futters on parasol tops, on smart vellings, and is worked in wonderful iridescent effects on the new trimmingss. The winged favorite is used also as shoe buckles, brooches, collure ornaments and beautiful designs are seen in enamels and small diamonds. Black satin and velvet butterfly hows edged with brilliants or colored stones are lovely. The material is slipped into a frame, and thus any color can be added to the diamond's rimmed bow. VALUE IN STRAW STACKS. Many farm leases this year contain a new and wise provision stipulating that straw must either be converted into manure on the premises or its equivalent in manure returned by those carrying it away. City dealers who have gone to the country recently to contract straw have met with flat refuges. Where straw has been sold to neighbors the return of manure has been demanded. The average farm owner, even when a non-resident, is learning that soil depletion is poor policy—Field and Farm. NO RELIEF IN DEATH. The Countess—This book says that in India it is the custom to bury the living wife with her dead husband. isn't it terrible? The Earl—Indeed it is! The poor husband! Even death brings him no release. sign the pledge. After that he refused to eat anything but mineral water, bottles, and they were too expensive. So he had to go. Too bad he was one of our best attractions."—Pittsburgh Chronicle Telegraph. AN EXCEPTION "Take my advice and remind your own affairs. No man ever got rich fighting other people's battles." "I don't know. How about a lawyer?"—Boston Transcript. Corner Wylie avane and Elm street Sunday services 10:30 A. M. and 7:45 P. M R&W P. A. Scott, pastor, realidence 53 Elm street. Bell phone 2387 Grant ST. AUGUSTINE'S EPISCOPAL MISSION 319 Jackson St. N. S., Pittsburgh— Sunday services, 10:45 a.m. 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 JOHN WESLEY 40 Arthur Street. Preaching Sunday, 11 a. m. and 8 p. m.; Varrick C. E. Society, 6:30 p. m.; Sunday school, 1:30 p. m.; prayer meeting, Wednesday evening; class meeting, Friday evening; communion services every first Sunday in the month. Rev. W. L. Lee, pastor. Bell 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, 6:30 p.; evening worship, 7:45 p. m. D. S. Bentley, D. D., pastor, 324 Meadow street. Hours of study, 10 to 12 m., daily except Monday. Residence phone 1385 J Highland. BODMAN & ST. BAPTIST CHUCH. RODMAN ST. BAPTIST CHUCH, East End, Pittsburgh, Pa.-Communion, first Sunday in each month, 3 p. m.; pastor's study at church from 12 to 2 p. m.; preaching every Sunday 5 p. m.; visiting 76 p. m.; Sunday school, 1:30 p. m.; B. Y. P. U. 6 p. m.; "Seats free. All are welcome. Rev. O. S. Simms, D. D., pastor, 620 Thompson street, Beil phone 3897-W. Highland. Payne A. M. E. Church. Preaching every Sunday, 11 a. m. and 7:30 p. m.; Sunday school, 2:30 p. m.; Alien Endeavor league, 6:30 p. m.; prayer meeting, Wednesday, 8. p. m. Rev. T. Taggart, pastor. Mt. Zion Baptist—Sunday services, 11 a. m. and 7:30 p. m.; Sunday school, 2 p. m.; communion second Sunday in each month; B. Y. P. U. 6:30 p. m.; prayer meeting Wednesday, 8 p. m. Rev. R. D. Epps, pastor. Highland Baptist church—Sunday service, 11 a. m. and 7:30 p. m.; communion fourth Sunday in each month; Sunday school, 2 p. m.; B. Y. P. U. 6 p. m.; prayer meeting Wednesday, 7:30 p. m. Rev. C. J. Wells, pastor. Rocky Mt. Baptist church—Sunday services, 11 a. m. and 7 p. m.; Sunday school, 1:30 p. m.; prayer meeting Wednesday night; communion every third Sunday in month. Rev. J. H. Brown, pastor. GRACE MEMORIAL PRESSBYTERIAN 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 street, North Side. Sundays—Morning service, 10.30; Sunday School, 1:45 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 8 p. m.; Sunday school 10 a. m. Seats free. All welcome Prayer meeting Wednesday at 8 p. m. REV. E. N. THOMAS, Pastor. 535 Monroe avenue, Bellevue, Pa. WARREN M. E. CHURCH Center avenue and Watt sreet Rev. C. W. Trigg, Pastor Telephone, 1148-R Schenley Preaching, Sunday, 11 a. m. Sunday school, 2 p. m. Epworth League, 5 p. m. Evring service, 7.5 p. m. Prayer meeting, 7.5 Wednesday evening. Truetese' meeting the second and fourth Monday nights of each month. A. M. E. Zion Church. Services Every Sunday at 11:30 evening 8:00, Sunday school 12:30 literary every Tuesday at 8:00 p. m. kev. Ware, pastor. ALLEN CHAPEL A. M. E. CHURCH North Side, Pittsburgh. 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. Service Sabbath 11 a. m.; 7:45 p. m. Young People's meeting, 7 p. m. Sabbath school, 2:30 p. m.; prayer meeting, Wednesday, 8 p. m.; class meeting, Friday evening. Visitors cordially welcome. UNIONTOWN, PA. MT. OLIVET BAPSTIST CHURCH. Rev. Thompson, pastor—Preaching, 10:45 p. m.; Sunday school, 2:30 p. m.; B. Y. P. U., 6:30 p. m. and preaching, 7:45 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, 6:30 p. m.; preaching, 7:45 p. m. MT ROSE BAPTIST CHURCH Rev. Thomas Ford, pastor--Preaching 10.45 a. m.; Sunday school, 2:30 p. m.; B. Y. P. U., 6:30 p. m.; preaching 7:45 p. m. St. Paul A. M. e. church, Rev. W. B. Anderson, A. D. m. pastor--preaching 10:45 a. m.; Sunday school, 2:30 p. m.; C. E. society, 6:30 p. m.; preaching 7:45 p. m. Good Hope Baptist Church Services Fifty-fourth and Fifth Annuus Sunday school at 2:30 p. m. Preaching, 11 a. m. and 7:30 p. m. B. Y. P. U., 6 p. m. Saturday morning, 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. Wednesday Communication services every second Sunday at 3 p. m. Women's Missionary circle, first Tuesday at 3 p. m. Sunday school teacher's meeting, every Tuesday from 8 to 9 p. m. All are welcome. Rev. T. H. C. Messer, D. D. Pastor, residence, 6109 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.; 7:30 p. m. preaching. Services at Bethlehem Baptist Church, McKeesport, Pa. Preaching at 11 a. m. and 8 p. m. Sabbath school at 2 p. m.; B. Y. P. U. at 6:30. All are welcome. Rev. J. R. Saunders, pastor. St Paul's A. M. E. Church, McKeesport. Preaching at 11 a. m., sunday school at 2 p. m., Allen's Christian Endeavor at 6 p. m. and preaching at 8 p. m. Rev. W. W. Young, pastor. Gladden A. M. E. Church, Homestead, Pa. C. R. Goggins, pastor—Services 11 a. m. and 7:30 p. m. Sunday school 2:30 p. m.; prayer 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. $ _{2} $ M. E. ZION CHURCH. Avery Mission A. M. E. Zlon 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 meeting every Monday at 7 p.m. Literary "Thursday," 8 p.m. Rev. A. Wakefield, pastor, residence 225 East Jefferson street, North Side. MONONGAHELA. PA. Bethel A. M. E. church, Rev. A. Smothers, pastor—Services, preaching, 10:45 a. m.; class, 11:30 a. m. Sunday school, 2:30 p. m. Prayer meeting, 7:45 p. m.; preaching, 7:45 p. m.; prayer meeting, Wednesday evening, 7:45 p. m. WHEELING, W. VA. Simpson M. E. Church, Eoff street, Rev. G. W. W. Jenkins, D. d., pastor— Sunday services, 10:45 a.m.; Sunday school, 2:35 p.m.; H. B. Clemens super- intendent; Epworth leage, 6:40; preaching, 7:45. Wayman A. M. E. church, Market street, Rev. J. T. Farly, pastor—Sunday services, 10:45 class meeting, 12. Sunday school, 2:30; Christian Endeavor, 6:45 preaching, 7.45. House of Prayer Rescue Home, Mother A. Johnson, Sheperdens—Regular services Sunday, Tuesday. GREENSBURG, PA. Bethel A. M. E. Church, Pennsylvania street—Sunday school, 8:45 a.m.; morning services, 10:45 a.m.; evening services, 7:45 p.m.; prayer meeting, Wednesday, 8 p.m. Rev. C. J. Powell, D. D. pasor, No. 213 West Ottertown street, Bell phoze 387-J. JOHNSTOWN, PA R. M. E. Zion church, corner Haynes and Grant street, Rev. C. O. Waters, pastor—Sexegees, preaching 11 a. m.; class noon: Sunday school, 3 p. m.; Christian Endeavor, 7 p. m.; preaching at 8 p. m. Weekly prayer meeting, Wednesday, 8 p. m.; Literary, Thursday, 8 p. m. McDonald. Pa. (By J. Carter) Miss Edith Boycon of Steubenville, O., is spending a few days with her sister, Seattle, o. this place. The district sermon he held by the F. and A. M. Masons of Pennsylvania last Sunday, was quite a success. Lodges assembled from every locality it being the greatest event ever held in McDonald by any secret organization. Promptly 2 o'clock, headed by the Canalsburg band and the chief minister over two hundred men matched from Valley街 to Main and then to Lincoln avenue and to the church where they listened to some great speeches from the Deputy and James Stewart of Pittsburgh. At o'clock Rev. G. E. Salle, D. D. was introduced and he preached a very soul-suicing sermon which was enjoyed by all. The Lincoln lodge, No. 99. F. of A. M., wishes to thank the ladies of the First Baptist church for their excellent treatment toward the visitors here last week. Mrs. W. M. Woodson and dauzhters, Alice and Christina of Wellsville, O. are spending a few days at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. T. C. Carter. Many attended the ordination counsel held at the First Baptist church last Thursday, when Brother T. C. Carter was ordained. W. M. Powell and T. C. Carter of Fanny street, have remodeled their homes. Charles Bevy and Mr. and Mrs. W. Mander were calers in Pittsburgh Saturday. The G. V. O. of Odd Fellows will hold their annual sermon at the First Baptist church Sunday. R. R. Tweed of McDow street will represent the Lilly of the Valley at Philadelphia lodge. July. Mrs. Lynch will represent the ladies. Robert Browning has returned from Bake Vernon where he was formerly employed. W. M. Woodson of Wellsville, O. spent Thursday in McDonald. If the good people of McDonald's want space in this paper they will have to buy papers from our agent. Space is allotted according to the number of papers sold.—(Manager.) PART "LIGHTHOUSE" Two complete before Christ, fire and then lighted on a tower near the mansion. Hurry, and a warning to siren. FRIDAY, JUNE 28, 1912. Seventh Masonic District Seventh Mission Most Worshipful Grad Lodge F. & A. Mason, John C. Morton, Seventh District John C. Morton, Grand Sr. Wardrobe and District Deputy Grand Faster. 1—St. Cyprian Lodge No. 13, Chas, D. Tockett, W. M. Nelson J. Miles, secretary. Stated communication first Thursday each month. 2—King Solomon Lodge No. 23, of Canonsburg, A. W. Griffin, W. M.; Carl E. R. Chelan, secretary, tated communication fourth Tuesday each month. 3—Mr. Moriah Lodge No. 36, F. B. Lee, W. M.; Ed. W. Johnson, secretary. Stated communication fourth Thursday each month. 4—St. John Lodge No. 50 of Sewickley, Ed. W. Crawford, W. M.; James G. Matthews, G. secretary. Stated communication fourth Saturday each month. 5—Monongahela Lodge No. 56, G. B. Richardson, W. M.; S. E. McPhrenton, secretary. Stated communication first Thursday each month. 6—Victoria Lodge No. 60 of New Castle. J. W. Walls, W. M.; W. F. Barbour, secretary. 7—Star of the West Lodge No. 62. Samuel Scott, W. M.; Marion W. Hall, secretary. 8—Alma Lodge No. 63 of New Castle, A. A. Almon, M.; A. F. Dillard, secretary. 9—Oriental Lodge No. 68, of N. S. M. Mathias, W. M.; Geo. W. Stephenson, secretary. 10—Golden Shield No. 69 of E. E. David D. Richards, W. M.; Wm. S. Lowia, secretary. 11—Morning Star Lodge No. 71 of Carnegie. James Wcoten, W. M.; D. P. Towns, secretary. 12—Star communication first Monday each month. Sanders, second nication second Wednesday of each month. 22—Progress Lodge No. 95, John Williams, W. M.; Wm. Washington, secretary. Stated communication second Friday of each month. 24—Jericho Lodge U. D. R. L. Vann. W. M.; John W. Morgan, secretary. Stated communication second Friday of each month. 25—Sheba Lodge No. 64, I. W. Cornelius, W. M.; R. E. Meyers, secretary. Stated communication first Thursday of each month. Ass.; Lodge, Connellville—Meet night first and third Tuesday eight in the month Illman Slade, W. M.; Robt. W. Sanders, secretary. Exx. 224, Connellville, Pa. Iron City Lodge No. 17, J. B. P. O. E. W.—Meets second and fourth Thursday, Elk Rest, 29 Fulton street. Chas. Gantt, E. R.; H. E. Brooks, F. Sec. North Side Lodge No. 124, I. B. P. O. E. W. Meets second and fourth Tuesday, Odd Fellows hall, corner Jackson and Irwin avenue, North Side. P. E. R. Carl Hardy, E. R.; Jesse Harris, F. Sec. Greater Pittsburgh Lodge 115, I. B. P. O. E. W. Meets first and third Monday at Elks Rest, 6487 Franktown avenue, East End. Lema Paxon, E. B. L. Rose, F. Sec. Ramesis Lodge 120, I. B. P. O. E. W. Meets second and fourth Wednesday at Elk Rest, 706 Wood street, Wilkinsburg, Pa. Chas. Boone, E. R.; H. Edmunds, F. Sec. Summit Lodge No. 115. I. B. P. O. E. W—Meets first and third Friday at McClure hall, corner Main and Morsantown avenue, Uniontown, Pa. W. L. Winstown, E. R.; Geo. Brown, F. Sec. Coke City Lodge No. 126. Connellsville, Pa—Meets first and third Tuesday at Elk Rest, 132 E. Main street, Fenton Jackson, F. Sec. Tuna Valley Lodge No. 156, Bradford, Pa. - Meets first and third Thursday, 18 Chambers street. Rev. P. H. Williams, E. R.; E. J. Enty, F. Sec. Esther Chapter No. 7, Order of the Eastern Star. Stated meeting third Thursday each month at 6004 Center avenue Rosa 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 FELLOWS. Meetings of Grand United Order of Odd Fellows in Odd Fellows hall. Irwin avenue and Jackson street, North Side. Union Western Star Lodge No. 1515—First; ahd Third Wednesday evening. P. L. Anderson, secre- lary, 505 West Jefferson street. Broad of Love Lodge No. 2514—First and third Tuesday evenings. George W. Stevenson secretary, 54 McNaughter avenue. Allegheny Council No. 232—Fourth Thursday evening. W. W. Jacobs, secretary, 1837 Irwin avenue. Household of Ruth No. 56—First and third Friday evenings. Household of Ruth No. 1784—Second and fourth Wednesday evenings. Mrs. Byrdle Crankleton, secretary, 1116 Decatur street. Allegheny Patriarch No. 11—Fourth Monday evening. P. L. Anderson, secretary, 505 West Jefferson street. News items affecting these lodges please mail to the Pittsburgh Courier. KNIGTHS OF PYTHIAS Smoky City No. 29. Meeting first and third Tuesdays of each month at New Odd Fellows hall, North Side. JAMES MASON, C. C. T. A. WILSON, K. of R. S. North Side lodge No. 124, I. B. P. O. E. of W.—Meets at the Rest, 296 Robinson street, North Side, second and fourth Mondays of each month. J. Walter Frazier, E. R.; Jesse W. Harris, F. B. Gen. J. B. Sweltzer Camp, No. 98 Sons of Veterans, U. S. A.—Meets at Memorial hall, Fifth avenue, on second and fourth Friday nights of each month. New Castle Lake No. 38, K. of P. meets first and third Friday of each month. Alexander Williams, C. C.; Commodore Tilden, K. of R. S. Damon Lodge No. 28. K. of P. meets first and third Thursday each month at Odd Fellows hall, Wylie and Benton, Frederick C. Gould, C. C.; Jas. A. Baldwin, K. of P. & S.; Jesse Harris, M. of F. ROYAL GRAND NO. 31. K. OF P. Meetings second and fourth Wednesdays of each month, at Odd Fellows' hall, Arthur street. PAUL GILLETTE, C. C. I. F. JACKSON, V. C. Damon Lodge, K. of P. No. 28. Meetings nights first and second Thursday. Jas. A. Baldwin, K. of R. and S.; Jas. G. Morris, C. E. ROYAL GRAND NO. 31. K. OF P. Meetings second and fourth Wednesdays of each month, at Odd Fellows' hall, Arthur street. PAUL GILLETTE, C. C. I. F. 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.; 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., Pittsburgh, Pa. Mrs. Mattie Sutton, W. R. Glass City lodge, 4332, G. U. of O. F., Charlerel, P. Meets every first and third Tuesdays. Charles Wonzey, secretary. H. of R. 1413, Charlerel, P. Meets every first and third Wednesdays Mrs. A. Primas, W. R. L O OE $ T LUKE8 J. K. Minor council, No. 91, L. O. of St. Luke meets first and third Thursday nights at Thirty-sixth and Butler streets. No. 257, Eastern Star council, meets first and third Monday nights, at Thirty-sixth and Butler streets. St. Elizabeth, No. 504, meets first and third Thursday nights at Odd Fellows' hall, corner Wylie avenue and Benton street. Richardson's White Rose, No. 725, meets second and fourth Thursday nights. Zenobia council, No. 764 meets first and third Monday nights. Keystone council, No. 775, meets second and fourth Monday nights. Homestead council, No. 601, meets second and fourth Tuesday nights. Harton council, No. 651, Braidock meets first and third Tuesday nights. Gen. J. B./Switzer club meets on the second and fourth Friday nights of each month at Soldiers' Memorial hall, Fifth avenue. The Liberty Chapter, Order of Eastern Star, meets on first and third Monday, Reformer, meets their lodge room, Reformer building, at 8 o'clock p.m. Mrs. R. E. Payne, Worthy Matron, 134 Flavel street, East End; Miss Sog. Booker, Worthy Recorder, 511 Lennox street, East End. NOTICE Golden Eagle lodge, No. 22, Knights of Pythias, meets the first and third Wednesdays of each month at Melta half, Sheraden street, East End. Hour of opening, 8 p. m. Rev. J. Henry Dandridge, C. C.; Martin C. Coleham, M. of F.; James Woodruff, K. of R. and B. 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 asylum, 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 Javellia 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. Nacmi Tabernacle No. 39, Daugh- ters of Tabor—Meeting first and third Tuesday night in each month at Re- formers hall. Pranatab and East East and Julie Tabor H. P. 12 Midwester street. East End; F. 12 Moorley Moore, V. R., 6628 Upland street, East End. Auxiliary No. 96, Sons, Veteran. meets on the third Friday in the month at Soldiers' Memorial hall. Fifth avenue. McKESSPORT, Pa. Glittering Diamond Tabernacle, No. 87, Daughters of Tabor—Meets second Tuesday night of each month at 1118 Market street. Lily of the Valley Court of Calantha, No. 267—Meets first Thursday evening of each month at 1118 Market street. ELIZABETH, PA. Walnwright lodge, No. 48, K. D. P. Brother A. T. Scott, K. C.; Brother French E. H. Greene, Brother Stanley Young B. Burton, prelate; Brother Wesley H. Stratton, M. of E. Brother Charles S. Batch, M. of F.; Brother Stanley Simmons, K. of R. and G. 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 E. H. Greene was elected delegate to the grand lodge. Advance lodge, No. 2999 of G. U. O. or O. F. election as follows: Guardian, Hiram Simmons; warden, James Barrel; notle grand, Oscar, Goodrich; tice grand, Frank Kemeny; charyt- vity treasurer, Fred R. Batch; E. S. Ernest Moore; P. S., Fred R. Batch; P. N. G., A. T. Scott, N. F. Joseph K. Burges; P. N. F., French E. H. Greene; advocate, Jesse Greene; degree lecturers, Fred R. Batch and French E. H. Greene: WAYNESBURG, PA The most worshipful grand lodge of Free and Accepted Apicent York Rite Masons of Pennsylvania officers: H. E. Workman, G. master; Joseph Washington, Dep. G. master; Jerry M. Lannon, G. S. waren; Richard Staples, G. Jr. waren; Jas. Lethwick, G. treasurer; La Royal Wilson, G. secretary; Rev. Thomas Ford grand chaplain; Rev. W. H. Truss, grand lecturer. The officers of the grand commandery of Knights Templar of the state of Pennsylvania are: Sir Knights Joseph L. Thomas, M. E. grand commander; D. H. W. Keith, M. E. deputy grand commander; John D. Addison, M. E. grand generalissimo; J. William Walls, M. E. grand captain general; William H. Miller, M. E. grand secretary; Philip H. Edwards, M. E. grand treasurer. Deborah Tabernacle No. 41, I. O. of T. Daughters of Tabor, meet second and fourth Tuesday night in each month at odd Fellows hall, corner Beaver and Broad street, Swickley, Pa. Mrs. Mattle F. Bowden, H. P.; Mrs. Martha Anderson, v. P.; Mrs. G. H. Hallard, C. R.; Mrs. R. H. Lee, V. R.; Mrs Lucy Blackson, C T. Queen Enter 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. of O. P. meets every other Thursday evening Olando Fitzhugh, P. S. New Castle, Pa. 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, Heen Berry, P. Chas, Gathrigh, G. Carlie Loan U. G. Gruestees, Sterling Carter, W. M. Powell and Manuel Berry. The Jewel lodge No. 4641, G. V. O. of Odd Fellows of McDonald, meet first and third Thursday night of each month on Valley street. A J Listen, G. W., M. Powell, F. E NOTICE NEWS FROM ALL OHIO COR RESPONDENTS MUST REACH THIS OFFICE NO LATER THAN TUESDAY NOON OF EACH WEEK. MANAGER. East Liverpool, O. (By Izetta Dorgev.) Children's day exercises were held at the Second Baptist church, East End, Sunday afternoon. The Ladies Mite Missionary society of the Wellsville A. M. E. church held a successful lawn fete at the residence of Mrs. James Wilson. Orval and Paul Fletcher of Steubenville, O., were the guests of Miss Reah Wilson on Sunday. Special services will be conducted by Rev. I. R. Hall of the Second Baptist church, East End, at Midland, Pa., Sunday afternoon at 3 o'clock. The Woman's Mite Missionary society of the Sheridan Avenue A. M. E. church, held a public meeting last Sunday afternoon at the church. An interesting program was rendered, the main feature of which was an address by Mrs. Dundee. Harold Dorey, a student of Wilberforce university, is home for the summer. John Veney, recently of Cadiz, O., is in the city again. George Smith, who is working in Pennsylvania, is visiting his relatives in this city for a few days. Mrs. Johnson of Steubenville, O., was visiting her daughter, Mrs. Hannah Smith, last week. (By Stewart F. Cooke.) Maste Schuyler Burton has gone to visit relatives in Cincinnati and vicinity. He expects to be gone until September. Nelson Howard is very much indigosed. The Midget wedding that was given by the Ohio club was a delightful, and brilliant affair. The contracting parties were Hubert Blackwell and little Miss Ira Ford, the officiating minister was Schuyler Burton, who performed the ceremony in grand style. The handsome little ring was borne by David Smith, the groomsman and PITTSBURGH COURIER C. C. Bennett and family went to McDonald to visit friends and relatives on Sunday. The lawn fete given at the home of Elmer Walker on last Monday evening was a grand success. There was a good attendance and quite a neat little sum was realized. Roy Boycan was in Youngstown liaison and ending the auto races. Mrs. John Jennings of Pittsburgh, is the guest of Mrs. A. J. Guy. Miss Mary Callaway of North Eighth street, who has been quite sick is able to be out again. Miss Hazel Boycan visited her sister at McDonald Sunday. Mrs. J. S. Jackson of Springfield, O., is the guest of Miss Martha Winston of the Woman's Exchange. There were six baptized and seven joined the A. M. E. church Sunday, June 16. James Guy is home from Wilberforce. The wedding bells rang out for Dawson Simms and Miss Caroline McCulloch and we are-told they will soon ring again for another prominent couple. Marysville, Ohio Marysville, Ohio (Br. Aeneas Calloway.) Aeneas Calloway has returned home from Bellefontaine with his friend. Miss Pearl Reed of Mechanicsburg, is a guest of Mrs. Lucie Patterson. Bennie King is up from the capital city to spend Sunday with his friends, Frank Calloway and Frank Dept have returned home for a short visit in Plain City. Webster Lyman is home from Wilberforce and has brought Roy Harris of Xenia with him for a visit. Miss Sarah Calloway has returned home from Wilberforce. Alliance, Ohio (By Cyrus Garner.) The Chrysanthemum club met at the home of Mrs. Sara Cisco Wednesday afternoon. The time was spent in fancy work. The members presented Mrs. Cisco with post cards. Mrs. Emma Prisby was elected delegate to the district conference to meet at Canton, July 10-11. Rev. O. Stagleton was in the city collecting money for a home in Louisville, Ky., for the homeless and friendless children. The Busy Bee club met at the home of Miss Nellie Oliver Friday afternoon. The time was spent in sewing. A delicious luncheon was served by the hostess. The Busy Bee club will meet in two weeks with Miss Blanche Moore. Misses Nellie Oliver, Rachel Jean Redmen, Izola and Ethel Lacy and Cyrus G. Garner will enter the freshman class in the High school next year. The Jr. League of the A. M. E. church will give a social on the evening of July 4. All are welcome. Smithfield, Ohio (By Viola Carter.) Mrs. Davis Fitzgerald and children were the guests of E. J. Smith and family. Thursday. Dr. Jesse Smith of Caddis, the guest of her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. C. H. Thomas. Mrs. Jordan Powell is somewhat indisposed. The festival under the auspices of Misses Smith and Beall Saturday night was quite a success. Mr. and Mrs. P. Smith of Cadiz, were guests of his sister, Mrs. Jordan Powell Sunday. Mrs. Ed. West and daughter, Mattle, spent from Thursday until Sunday with friends in Steubenville. Mr. and Mrs. Roy Carter and son of Cadiz, were guests of Mrs. Jas, Carter Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Wilbur Doan, Asahby Jeffries and Miss Ethel McMechen of Wheeling, attended the wedding reception of Filey F. Davis and Miss Julia Mane Veney Davis Wednesday. Miss Mamie Harris of Wheeling, is the guest of friends here. Mrs. Ell Guyder of Steubenville, was the guest of E. H. Harris Sunday. Miss Bessie Lyons is the guest of her aunt, Mrs. Ed. West. Rev. D. D. Lehkova valesling. Manuel Chick was the guest of Mrs. Mykle Peterson Sunday. Fred Friendless was the guest of Miss Minkle Beall Sunday night. Mrs. Geo Davis gave a party Thursday night in honor of Miss Mamie Harris, and wife gave a very nice reception to their son and daughter. Mr. and Mrs. Finley Davis Wednesday, Raymond Smith of Wellsburg, is the guest of D. W. Bigsby. Mrs. Pauline White left Thursday for Cincinnati. Noble Mason and Ira Wallace. Fannie Mason and Hattie Lucas of Cadiz. Mrs. Fred Ramsey of Hopedale, attended the wedding reception of Mr. and Mrs. Finley Davis Wednesday. Quite a number of here attended the meeting at the Old Forxs Home Sunday. Rev. and Mrs. S. W. White are visiting in Xenia, O. Mrs. W. H. Veney will leave Tuesday for Pittsburgh, where she will attend the shower given in honor of her son and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Finley Davis. Youngstown, O. (By William Saunders) Mrs. Samuel Tillery is critically ill at home. S. W. Thomas is able to be at work after two weeks' illness. Mrs. Tho. Wilson and John Holmes, Jr., attended the wedding of Miss Edna Lott and Seth Hines in Jamesstown, N. Y., Wednesday. Mrs. Leona Ratiff of 540 West Federal street is ill. A number of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Williams' friends from Pittsburgh were here last week. Miss Wilma Guyder is able to be ground after a week's illness. J. Hudson of the Hudson Printing Company of Meadville, Pa., was in the city Monday on business. All arrangements for the Elks' outing at Avon park Thursday, July 4, have been completed. Miss Rhoda Holmes is able to go to work again after a few weeks' illness. Charles Goodwin remains about the same. Mrs. J. H. Moore of Covington street is on the sick list again. The benefit for Will Jones, Tuesday evening, was a grand success. The sermon of the Masons at the St. Mary's A. M. E. Zion church, Sunday, was the Masonic Mahon had led the procession, the Elks and Odd Peiows acted as escort. Rev. W. Mann preached an elegant sermon. William N. Page, manager of the Courier, spent Saturday and Sunday in the city, the guest of Attorney William R. Stewart. A grand banquet was tendered Bishop C. T. Shaffer to the A. M. E. church last Monday's night. Rev. Gillmore, the popular presiding elder, and many friends were out to meet the good bishop, and he received a most cordial welcome in his new field. He is a bishop that is a credit to the church and he has the good wishes for much success by Rev. Smith and congregation. CADIZ, OHIO CADIZ, OHIO (By Chester West) Mrs. Hattie Lipp is sick. Clarence West took a short trip to Uhrichville in the automobile. Mr. and Mrs. Norse Duling have returned from a visit at Pittsburg. turned from a visit at Pittsburg. There were quite a few people at the Odd Fellows' Home Sunday from here. Miss Laura White and Florence Smith went to Cincinnati to attend the convention. Ira Wallace and Jesse Smith went to Pittsburgh to secure work. The Busy Bees met at the home of J. R. Tucas and they had a splendid time. Wheeling, W. Va. (By Ann L. Gaines.) Rev. G. W. W. Jenkins, D. D., preached two excellent sermons last Sunday. The Epworth league was opened with an able paper-by Mrs Ada J. Stillyard. At 4 p. m the Men's Bible class taught by Rev. Jenkins, was very well attended. The G o clock morning prayer service led by Dr. Wright, is doing a wonderful work. St. Paul's A. M. E. church of Bellaire, O. preaching morning and evening by Rev. C. M. Hogan, B. D. Every body is welcome. Those who were fortunate to be present at Wayman A. M. E. church Sunday listened to two inspiring and instructive sermons delivered by Rev. J. T. Askew, D. D. Bishop Cornelius T. Shaffer, D. D., LL. D., has been transferred to the third district comprising a conference of Ohio Northern Pittsburgh and West Virginia. He is an able orator and a distinguished divine. Bishop Shaffer lectured at Wayman A. M. E. church Wednesday night to a large and appreciative audience after which a pleasant reception was tendered him. Rev. C. M. Hogans was recently appointed Chaplain of the Colored Elks, and will preach the annual sermon to the Grand Lodge the fourth Sunday in August at Dayton, O. Mrs. Letitia Perry an aged resident of Wheeling died Saturday evening and was buried Monday afternoon from Mendels Undertaking parlor. Mrs. Perry was perhaps the oldest citizen in Wheeling come to Towheeling before the civil War. She was a devout Christian and was a life long member of Simpson M. E. church. She was the only surviving member of the organizers of Simpson M. E. church. She was the mother of the late Thomas Lewis. She is survived by one grandchild, Mrs. Ashby Jackson. Edward Rice, a resident of the Island, was riding on the running board of an automobile driven by a friend and he attempted to alight and feel, spraining his ankle. The entertainment given by the Pulpit Aid society of the Bridgeport Baptist church Friday evening, was quite a success. The young ladies of Bridgeport, O., met with Miss Eva Newby on Howard street, and organized a social club which was called R. M. S. club. They will meet every Thursday night during the summer. Officers elected were: Mrs. Goldia Watkins, present; Eva Newby, secretary; M. R. Ruffner, reporter for the club. Other members include King, Verne Douglass, Olive Branch, Mrs. Bertha New, and Miss Ivory Williams. New meeting July 2 at Mrs. Goldia Watkin. Wilma E. Gaines and Wm. Anthony Gaines are spending a week in Steubenville the guests of their aunt, Mrs. Anna Rosg. Miss Emma Morton of Steubenville, O., entertained the Ladies' Friday Afternoon club of Wheeling, Bellaire and Martins Ferry and the Women's Reading club of that city. Both belong to the Ohio State Federation of Colored Women's club. The clubs were addressed by Mrs. A. A. J. Guy, president of the Steubenville club; Mrs. S. Preston, president of Bellaire club; Mrs. Fred Mathews of Tallahassee, Fla.; Mrs. Gertie Jennings of Pittsburgh. Program consisted of quotations, remarks on current events, discussion of Cuban war, instrumental solo, Miss Dora Lucas; recitation from Dunbar, Mrs. Mary Coffman. Four course luncheon was served to the following guests: Steubenville Mendesas A. J. Guy, S. Clements, Charity Clark, Phillips, Martin M. Klein, White John, Matthew M. Matthew, Guda Han-Bolden and Gertie Jennings; Pittleburgh—Mesdames S. Preston, L. Severs, F. Johnson, S. Hogan, Leota Simmons, Lotta Irwin and Mary Moore: Bellaire—Gertrude Granson and Dora Lucas; Wheeling—Mesdames Mamle Kent, Mary Coffman, William Barber and Miss Ella Kennedy. On Tuesday, July 25, at the studio of Mrs. Anna Henning Sherman the class in elocation and dramatic art gave a recital. 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S. gave their annual outing and picnic last Friday at Eric Beach, Fort Eric, Ontario. At the Christian Culture Congress, Michigan Street Baptist church, Sunday at 4 p. m., it was Children's day. The program was in charge, Rosa Rowe and Irene did well, and the congress given the congress by Miss Carlie Jone, of Washington, D. C. who graduated from Council Conservatory of Music. Madames L. Butler, F. E. Linya, E. Payne, Miss E. Cox and Miss H. Hedgepath, gave a theater party last Friday evening at Teck theater to see Peter Pan. Miss Lucile Celeste Rogers was graduated from school 49. Miss Rogers is only 15 years old and the received three diplomas. Her studies, German and Dementia Biology. She was the only colored pupil in the school. The students who are stopping in Buffalo for the summer have organized a Current Event club. It meets every Thursday evening at the Colored Social Center, 140 Clinton street. I. McComas of Pittsburgh, Pa., was the guest of his brother and wife, Mr. and Mrs. John McComas of Spring street. The Naomi Chapter No. 10, O. B. B., has closed for the summer. The Willing Workers club was entertained at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. A. White, East Eagle street, last Friday evening. Stopped in Buffalo of Oak Bluff, Mass., stopped in Buffalo on his way to Philadelphia, Washington, D. C., and Lynchburg, Va. He is the guest of his brother, T. J. Townsend of Spring street. AFRO-AMERICAN CULLINGS EIGHT The making of a man and citizen is the highest and most difficult obligation of the Christian father and mother. The home training of the child is of as much importance in laying the foundation as the training of the schools. Up to a certain age, say twelve years, the child is subject more to the influence of the mother than of the father. Indeed, when the mother gets through with shaping the education of the child the kindergarten, the primary, grammar and high school grades, and turns him over to the father for his higher and finishing education the father, often than otherwise instead of undertaking the work himself, pays some one else to do it for him, turns the son over to the preparatory school head master and the university professor for a term of seven years. In the main, the father has very small part in the home training and education of the child, whether boy or girl; the work falls mostly upon the mother. Women, therefore, should have the very highest and best home training and scholastic education to prepare them to be the very best wives and mothers. The new president of Princeton university, Dr. John Gifer Hibben, in his inaugural address, speaking on "The Essentials of Higher Education," stated it as his belief that "the chief end of an education is the making of a man." It is "the progress of developing a power within which enables the human being to dominate the instincts and habits of his animal life." As to higher education this is true in a larger power than is generally so. a larger sense than is generally accepted. Only the person with the highest education is capable of overcoming the anima bruta of the heart in conflict with the animisma bruta of the soul—the microbes of the body that thrive upon ignorance and fifth and die when in conflict with the animisma of the soul, of the spirit. It is from this viewpoint that President Hibben's definition is most valuable. But for the every day life we adhere to the definition once made in the Southern Workman, that education should aim primarily to fit the person to make a living, to make the most of his opportunities, along the lines of least resistance. Industrial education does this; coupled with a university education it does it in a double and higher sense. Much profit should be gained by a careful study of Dr. Hibben's elaboration of his idea, in the following: "While man is a part of the natural world he also belongs to the world of mind and spirit. "The particular function of education is to give him the power of freedom and to make him sensible of the duties, and worthy the privileges of a person in the midst of a universe of things. "Personality, however, is not mechanically formed from without, but must be evoked from within. The appeal of the teacher therefore is constantly directed to the inner spirit of the student, that spirit of life which informs the man and puts him into possession of his powers. The forces which find play in the activities of the mind are like the architectonic principle which is at work in the inner nature of a plant, fashioning it into the form of grace and beauty. Thus with the emancipation of a free spirit at the source of his being, the man within begins to develop both in power and in promise. "An education is won by work; and the labors to be undertaken and the end to be attained may all be summed up in the command. Be a person. This is a command which is not merely the word of the teacher, but is essentially an inner compulsion possessing the solemn authority of self-registration." It is not enough to train the mind to think wisely upon the small as well as the large affairs of life, which find expression in the thoughts that are spoken and written in life converted into works; it is equally necessary to train the forces of the heart that work silently and crave all manner of food and drink and apparel that may gratify vanity for the time being but bankrupt pride and often character in the long run. The system is full of microble forces that crave and lust after things that destroy health and make for scandalous expenditures that in turn make for poverty and misery in the end. The educated mind knows best how to control these silent forces that crave and lust. After forbidden things, and how to deny them; while the ignorant, untrained mind denies them nothing and is finally devoured by the vanity that "eats, drinks and makes merry because tomorrow it may die." That is not wisdom.—New York Age. Men are needed on guard everywhere, negro men, who have their own best interests at heart, who know their best interests, and therefore have the best interests of their own people and those of the nation at heart. No man can help others who cannot help himself. That is a self-evident truth to all those who do not make a fat living out of others on the pretext of helping them instead; parasites they, who preach loud and long the wisdom of working and saving for the rainy day but who do not work There are among the negroes too many separate places of business doing the same kind of business. Both economy and efficiency demand that a large number of these small places be combined and one big business made instead of many small failures. The tendency among our professional men to look up a white corporation in which to invest the money they have made from colored people is too great. Those who can should think, and having thought, should act—N. B. I. Herald. themselves and save nothing, and must depend upon the charity of those to whom they preach for everything they need; gamblers they, who spend most of their time and talent thinking out how they can make something for nothing, how they can coax out of others, who want "to get rich quick," that they have worked hard for, by the turn of a card or a twist of the stock market, gambling for the most part on "a sure thing," alike the gambler in the Tenderloin and gambler in Wall and Broad streets. And there is another sort, of the parasite class, who deal in what people must have to eat and drink and wear, who adulterate whatever they have to sell and give short weight and measure, and carry the price on all things as high as they can without around the suspicion of the customer; cheats they are, and they are to be found wherever men buy and sell Men are needed on guard everywhere to keep flying the flag of right thinking and honest living and dealing; to make a positive factor in their lives and the lives of others the Christian philosophy of brotherhood, of friendship, of common faith, without which no work can be properly done, no word safely relied upon. The word of truth and the works of honest men go together; when so united in one person all the community singles him out and says of him, "Now, there's an honest, reliable man who can be depended upon to do what he says he will do." A certificate of character like that in any community is worth a fortune to any man. Our young men in all sections are going into business for themselves; they should do it, because a race of servers, of loafing parasites, who make all and spend all of and with others than their own, hewers of wood and drawers of water, with no great enterprises of their own, matured or on the way to maturity, cannot respect itself and need not expect others to do so. Barred out of the manufacturing industries, the wholesale and retail trades, and the banking business, their children denied employment and opportunity for promotion in them, there is nothing left for 10,000,000 people so circumstanced, as Afro-Americans are, to do but to build up manufacturing industries, wholesale and retail trades and banking business of their own. They cannot accept the industrial and business station, place they call it, whiten men want them to occupy without sinking finally to the level of the Mexican peon, the Egyptian fellahen and the Chinese coolie. That they are not doing anything of the sort is shown unmistakably by the report of the twelfth annual convention of the National Negro Business league, held in Little Rock, in August of last year. The report shows that the 12 years of constant work by the business league has had a wonderfully stimulating influence upon the business initiative and development of the negro. The foundation is laid and they are building the superstructure, slowly but surely. We need men on guard everywhere to set the example of making the most of small things as well as great things, such as they have done at Boley, Okla. Mound Bayou, Miss, and other places, and as they are doing in an isolated way in all parts of the country. Our vast industrial population, wage earners, should regard the business ventures of our men as their own ventures, and support them to the utmost of their means and opportunity. They will find it a good investment in the enhanced respect the success of the ventures will insure to the race and in the employment of their sons and daughters in profitable work with a chance to learn how to conduct business undertakings of their own when they walk out of the schools into the world of affairs, where "the victory is not to the swift, nor yet to the strong, but to him that endureth to the end."—New York Age. The school has recently installed a six thousand egg capacity incubator. With the smaller incubators which have been in use for some time, this will give an egg capacity of nearly ten thousand. The institute is trying to make its poultry plant of the largest possible service to the students in poultry raising, as well as to the several thousand farmers of the south who gather at the institute from time to time during the year. There are in the poultry yard at the present time 3,950 of, which 1,460 are chicks hatched within the past few weeks. Southern Letter. Mrs. Rosa Simpson, one of the deaconses from Galveston, Texas, says that Champion Jack Johnson paid her expenses to the Methodist conference. He met her in Chicago, and took her to his house to see his mother, also telegraphed a friend St. Paul to meet her and find a nice place for her to stay. She says that Jack did this because of his good heart.—Minneapolis Star. We have great faith in the final triumph of right and in the words of the prophet, will be content to wait "until the day break and the shadows flee away."—Richmond Planet. No negro should be allowed to earn a living serving negroes who will not spend his money among his own people. Give the best jobs in the race to those who are willing to help it.—The Arguis. (Give them a chance, brother; it is all a matter of training. Having spent two hundred and fifty years in carrying everything they made to the "big house," they cannot be changed in a generation to act differently. They will understand it better by and by.) (Continued from Page One.) needed to separate evangelistic effort. On the foreign field there is more Christianity than at home. The churches in this community have achieved much good within the past few years, and I congratulate them for their good work." Mayor A. B. Seymour sent a cordial letter of greeting in which he authorized Dr. Lawrence, pastor of the church, to extend to the delegates and visitors the freedom of the city in his behalf. The response to the various addresses on behalf of the convention was made by Dr. William A. Harrod, corresponding secretary. Annual Sermon Thrilla Great Throng. The annual sermon to the convention is always looked forward to with unabated interest. It is a pertinent feature of the opening session, and the fact that on this occasion it was to be preached by the Rev. William. Maurice Moss, successor of the late Dr. William T. Dixon in the pastorate of the Concord Baptist church in Brooklyn, was reason for special interest. It was Dr. Moss' first appearance on the program of the convention. His subject was "Our Indebtedness." The words of the text were taken from Romans 1. 14, from which Dr. Moss delivered a masterly sermon filled with thought and spiritual inspiration. His theme was "I Am Debtor." With this thought in mind he drew tears from the eyes of the vast audience of upward of 1,700 as he told of the sufferings of Christ for man's redemption and the triumphs of Christianity over jeanne customs and creeds. The next feature of the program for the first day was the annual election of officers. Owing to the lateness of the hour a motion was made to postpone the election until the next day. The chair announced the appointment of the various committees, which included the committee on time and place for holding the next annual meeting. Dr. Creditt Delivers Annual Address. The annual address by President Creditt, who has presided over the deliberations of the convention for the past four years, was a succinct review of the progress made by the organization during his administration. Anticipating the report of the committee on enlargement appointed at the last annual meeting, Dr. Creditt dwelt at length upon the importance of looking after the educational and religious needs of the home field. He laid great stress upon the complex problems of education and maintenance of the institutions directly dependent upon the denomination for financial support first of all. President Creditt also maintained that the colored churches should receive more recognition from the American people in order to further the efforts of the young people to secure an adequate education. On account of the high cost of living, he declared, parents of colored children are unable to clothe them properly and for this reason the attendance is irregular. He also indorsed vocational training. Encouragement For New Officials. The report of the nominating committee created much pleasant enthusiasm. There was no wrangle or wirepulling. The report, which elected the general officers, was unanimously adopted. For president, W. Bishop Johnson, LL. D., Washington; vice president, W. P. Lawrence, D. D., New Jersey; recording secretary, Holland Powell, D. D., New York; corresponding secretary, W. A. Harrod, D. D., Connecticut, and treasurer, Robert D. Wynn, D. D., New Jersey. Members of the board of managers are: Rev. W. A. Creditt, Rev. E. L. Cunningham, Rev. W. M. Moss, Rev. W. O. Harris, Rev. A. Childs, Rev. G. Hunt, Rev. S. W. Smith, Rev. G. H. Sims, Rev. M. W. Vanghan, Rev. J. O. Jackson, Rev. L. J. Brown, Rev. B. T. Moore, Rev. W. T. Watkins, Rev. G. E. Morris, Rev. A. C. Powell, Rev. S. W. Turner. Educational board: Rev. A. Gordon. Rev. J. C. Love, Rev. W. N. Morton. Rev. J. B. Boddle and Rev. A. M. Harris. On the foreign missionary board the following will serve: Rev. W. P. Hayes, Mr. Love, Rev. E. W. Johnson. Rev. S. P. Drew and Rev. D. S. Klugh. Trustees for the widows' fund were appointed as follows: Rev. T. J. King. Rev. J. H. Wiley, Mr. Wing and Rev. J. L. Davis. Educational Sermon by Dr. Walter Gay The educational address was delivered by the Rev. Walter Gay, D. D. of Newport, R. L. R. C. Woods, president of the Virginia secondary and college, Lynchburg, Va., and Dr. W. A. Creditt, president of the Downingtown (Pa.) Industrial school, also delivered addresses bearing on the progress of the work in their respective schools. The report of the committee on enlargement of the convention, the doctrinal sermon by the Rev. J. R. Brown, D. D., of Newark, N.-J., the missionary sermon by the Rev. N. S. Epps of New York, objects of missionary endowment, which included the convention's work in Haiti, Nova Scotia and Africa, were all given prominence in their regular order. The receipts amounted to over $900. The convention fosters education, missions, home and foreign, and maintains a fund for the widows of the deceased ministers of the convention. The next annual meeting will be held in Washington with the Cosmopolitan Baptist church, of which the Rev. Simon P. W. Drew is pastor. ENTIRE CONNECTION IS PLEASED WITH SELECTION OF BISHOP J. H. JONES (Continued from Fage One.) studied under Drs. Patton, Craighead Butler, Newman and Pitzer. From this great seat of learning he went to Wilberforce University where he studied under Drs. T. H. Jackson and S. T. Mitchell and graduated in 1887 receiving the degree B. D. He was at all times an ardent student, and after leaving the university, walls he prosecuted his studies and became a man of broad scholarship. He served eight years on the School Board of Coumbus, O., where he acquired a large experience in school management. 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The back es it from a handsome parlor then come to The Household him in a steady stream. Bishop Jones was assigned to the Ninth District (Tennessee and Alabama), for the next four years. He will reside at Wilberforce, O., where he owns considerable valuable property. Our idea of a financier is one who can borrow a lot of money without security or secure a lot of it without borrowing. -Galveston News. This beautiful American Cut Glass Lamp, for elec- tric lighting, is delivered with every mile amounting to $25 or more. SALE ON $6.50 $13.75 SIL/TEX is certainly regular pr BEAU C rug, an ex from this are on sale This Wor old Bed $2 CASH; 75 MATTRESS FREE The back is deep me parlor piece to Household and see Real Financier. E OF FINE SIL/TEX BUGS—This splendid new is certainly predominating everywhere, regular price is $25; the lot will be BEAU COURT AXMINSTER BU rug, an exquisite design, a superior from this variety of this famous beare on sale the price is $35, in $x12 Wonderful U Bed Davenp CASH; 75c A WEEK. ESS FREE WITH THIS DAY. k is deeply diamond tufted, a piece to the most comfortable and see the best. YOU CAN Timely Beauty. SILTEX RUGS—This splendid new quality of velvet is certainly predominating everywhere this Spring. The regular price is $25; the lot will be closed out for only $10. The velvet is a luxurious rug, an exquisite design, a superior quality, then choose from this variety of this famous brand. Wherever they are on sale the price is $85, in x12 feet; our price . . . "George, dear," said the young wife, "you are growing handsome every day." "Yes, darling," replied the knowing George. "It's a way I have just before your birthday."—Pick-Me-Up. The man who complains that the world isn't giving him his due would probably be pained if it did. Here is a $38.50 Dining Suit offered for a short while at $19.25. The table is solid oak, not an inch of veneer, 42 inches across when closed. Opens to a length of six feet heats up and is partially sheathed with velvet and claw feet. The six chairs are large with square cross reaches, and French shaped legs. The seat is a full slip seat covered with best Chane leather. The Chairs are full quartered oak. The whole suit is finished like a mirror. 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. Everybody is doing it now. What? Reading the Pittsburgh Courier. M.