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NET VOLUME XXXIII. NO. 5 EDITOR MITCHELL TRAVELS A VISIT TO TAKOMA—LUNCHBON AT HOTEL—THAT LARGE DRY DOCK—ATTORNEY BALL'S EX PERIENCES—A SAD STORY— NO WORK FOR COLORED FOLKS When I arrived in front of Moore Theatre on Thursday morning I saw the automobiles lined up for a trip over Seattle. I had previously lot these opportunities pass when at- tending the American Bankers' Asso- lation sessions, leaving the ladies to enjoy the outing. But this particular morning, the crowd was so large and the cars were so numerous that I could not resist the temptation of vaulting into a seat. I had not gone car before I found out that I was in the touring car occupied for the most part by the Oklahoma duela. font ON A TOURING CAR We had a guide to each touring car. The string of automobiles attracted much attention as the long line moved through the city of Seattle. We went to the Foster Flouring Mill plant. We were shown all of the departments of this mammoth plant which shipped its products even to Asia and other countries of the old world. They have the bust and portrait of a popular colored employee as a trade mark. I was much interested. Then we went from one place to another until at last we came again near to our starting point. PLEASANT COMPANIONSHIP I had found the companionship of these people from the far away Southland congenial and they exhibited no antipathy to me. In fact, some of them engaged in a conversation with me. I had been invited to a reception at Grace Presbyterian Church at 22nd and Cherry Streets. Rev. E. A. Johnson is the able and popular pastor. The structure had been recently remodeled. I found myself the centre of attraction. There had been a little misunderstanding as to the scope of the entertainment, but finally all of us sat down to supper. CHURCH SOCIAL I spoke that night. Mr. Andrew R Black, the well-known attorney, was master of coronerles? Those present were; Mr. S. T. McCance, Dr. Rev J. H. Edwards, Mr. and Mra. John O. Lewis and others. At a late hour, I returned in my temporary residence. The American Bankors' Association was scheduled to take a trip to Tahoma, Washington. I had decided to go, and accordingly, I was on hand at the wharf, when the surging mass of humanity proceeded to crowd the two steamers chartered for the purpose. NO COLORED FOLKS THERE. I saw no colored person in that throng. I was not embarrassed, for I had become accustomed to my surroundings. When the steamer swung out in the bay, I felt the exhilarating effect of the sea air. We were soon on our way to Takoma. We were scheduled to stop at the largest dry-dock on the Pacific Coast. When we came in sight of it, we saw many United States Cruisers and torpedo boats lying near there. The Commandant had been previously notified and when we went ashore, we found a band lined up playing inspiring airs for the edification and amusement of the bankers. ON BOARD WAR VESSELS Arrangements had been made for us to go aboard the vessels and to flood the dry-dock for our amusement. The young naval officers were fine looking. They were ever ready to explain the different mechanisms on ship-board and the working of the big guns. I looked for a colored man somewhere on these mighty vessels. I found just one he was clad in white ducking, peeling potatoes for the chef. All of the others were white. Some were busy cleaning the decks. I wandered about at will. THE RUSHING WATER I at last saw the foaming, rushing water pouring into the mammoth dry dock. I crossed over and went aboard a torpedo boat. I examined one of those mines of death. They are only about eight feet long and they cost just two thousand dollars. They can be guided to the vessel at which it is aimed. If they are properly aimed, they will find their mark. I was much intertwined. But the steamer's whale was blowing and we all hurried to the vessel, where we got aboard and a working adelon was the last sight that we had of Uncle Sam's rightful wife at this faraway port were preparing for the science of war. loomed up before us on the high banks of the river and a long row of steps lead to the place of actual enjoyment. The American Bankers' Association button or badge was all that was necessary and I passed into the enclosure and later into the hastily prepared dining hall and secured one of the finest luncheons that I had enjoyed upon the Coast. Each banker went up to the table and had his plate filled. There was plenty to drink, too, white high-price cigars and cigarettes added to the guests' enjoyment. A MAGNIFICENT LUNCHEON The ladies 'were taken to another part of the hotel. I was happy. As I sauntered up upon the plaza, a white colored citizen approached me. It was Mr. J. H. Ryan, editor and proprietor of The Forum. He had heard that I was in the party and he wished to show me the colored folks' part of Takoma. I went with him. He secured a taxicab and soon had me at his residence, where his Madame joined us. We visited the great park at Takoma and he showed me the coliseum where approximately twenty thousand people could be accommodated. ON THE RETURN TRIP. I arrived at the wharf in time to take the first steamer for the return trip. After it had left the wharf, fruit in abundance was served. A lecturer from Alaska had a storecoptican machine and gave a realistic exhibition of scenes in Alaska. He told of the origin of the totem pole, which is if family tree for these remarkable people. The horrid looking emblems resemble those in vogue in China and Japan. The time passed away rapidly as he described the usages and customs of these people. * OUTRAN OTHER BOAT. It was about 6 P. M., when we arrived at the wharf at Seattle. We had outrun the other boat. I was loaded down with those expensive cigars and cigarettes, and Mr. John O. Lewis got the benefit of them, having a dispute with his son about the division of the cigarettes, which the youngster liked so well. I slept soundly that night. I had completed the task of acting in the role of being one of the wealthiest colored men in the country, by virtue of my banking connections and no friction had taken place at the result of my experiences, and I was content. THOSE SOCIAL ENGAGEMENTS. My social engagements had begun for Mr. Solomon. Lewis had a schedule prepared for me. One of the most interesting, as well as one of the most remarkable characters I met while I was in this progressive city, was Attorney J. P. Ball. He has offices in the most exclusive business section, and at an angle where he can easily see down the streets in four directions. It was from his apartments that I saw the Chinese funeral. I later met his accomplished Madame and enjoyed an excellent repast at his residence. In conversation with him, I found out that he was as much of a recluse as he appeared to be. I could not tell whether he was Hawaiian, Creole, South American of just "a man without a country." He did not appear to be one who fraternized with colored people. His complexion was the same as mine, but his eyes moved unceasely in his highly intellectual head. He was bald, and what hair remained was gray. He was of somewhat slender build, which was not noticeable owing to his medium height. He proved to be an excellent conversationalist and it was not long before I had broken down his apparent reserve and had him relating to me his most interesting experiences. ATTORNEY BALL AND THE COL ORED FOLKS. It is needless to say that Attorney Ball is not popular among the colored folks of Seattle, but he was a most entertaining and interesting character to me. He reminded me much of my old friend, Col. Joseph T. Wilson, author of the "Black Phalanx," who has long since gone before. But to Attorney Ball: he told me that he had spent $5,000 in order to convince his family that the United States was the best country in the world in which to live. He had been all over the world. He had lived in South America. He had resided in Hawaii and finally his most attractive family agreed with him. A PALATIAL RESIDENCE They readily returned to the States, and when I entered his palatial residence, I found that they were most admirably located. It is one of the best selected residences in Seattle. It faces the angle of the corner, has plenty of yard space and inside reminds one in its furnishing of the Arabian Nights. His accomplished daughter in his stamographer, another one is an instructor in a college in Hawaii. Her name is Miss Alice Ball. She stood so well when she graduated that she was the recipient of special mention by the President. His photographer to Mike Addie Bell (Continued on Fourth Page.) RICHMOND, VIRGINIA, SATURDAY, DECEMBER 18, 1915. VIRGINIA'S CASE PRESENTED. Washington, D. C., December 14, 1915—The Supreme Court of the District of Columbia, Justice W. J. McCoy presiding, was the staging of an animated and exciting scene yesterday afternoon, when the final argument of Hon. Clarence R. Wilson of counsel for the Grand Lodge, Knights of Pythias of Virginia had concluded his able, scholarly and impressive plea for the plaintiff. This distinguished attorney had called his Honor's attention to a reference in the copy of the record of the proceedings in the trial of the Grand Lodge of Virginia at Columbus, Ohio. THOSE CHARGES AGAINST SUPREME CANCELLOR In the record of the proceedings, appeared a statement that Supreme Chancellor S. W. Green in presenting his charges against the Grand Lodge had in his hand a document under seal of the Grand Lodge of Virginia, which contained charges against the Supreme Chancellor. He produced a printed circular which was a copy of these charges and naked permission of the other side to call Grand Chancellor John Mitchell, Jr., of Virginia to the stand again, to testify concerning this circular ATTORNEY DAVIS PROTESTS Attorney Henry E. Davia, who has been ably representing the Supreme Lodge, Knights of Pythias was on his feet, protesting against the introduction of the circular. "We have never heard of it before," he exclaimed. Mr. Mitchell finally took the stand and in reply to questions by Mr. Wilson asserted that these charges against Supreme Chancellor S. W. Green were filed after the issuance by him of the proclamation of suspension. One copy had been sent to Supreme Chancellor Green at New Orleans, La, and the other had been filed with Supreme Keeper of Records and Seal C. K. Robinson at St. Louis, Mo. CHARGES SUPPRESSED. He was asked what became or the document. Mr. Mitchell stated that he had called for it at Baltimore, but it had been suppressed. "Attorney Cobb and Attorney Davis declared that if that were true, they should be among the papers," the records filed by the Supreme Lodge. Mr. Davis declared that this was not the paper, but he would consent to the filing of the circular in question for what it was worth. Supreme Attorney Watkins, who was also examining the batch of documents suddenly said, "Here it is!" THE ORIGINAL DOCUMENT The document was examined and found to be the original of the circular which Grand. Chancellor Mitchell had identified and had testified that he had forwarded to the Supreme Lodge officials either by special delivery or registered letter. It bore the signatures of the Grand Lodge officials and also those of John Mitchell. Jr., Thomas M. Crump, E. R. Jefferson and H. F. Jonathan as Supremo Representatives. In vain Mr. Davis protested that this was not the document which S. W. Green had in his hand as a basis of his charges against the Grand Lodge of Virginia. THOSE SUPREME LODGE RECORDS. The records of the Supreme Lodge which had been offered in evidence showed that it was. Moreover, Mr. Mitchell's statement had thus, at an opportune time been confirmed and the "Charges Against S. W. Green went into the records of the court proceedings. By this, the action of the Supreme Lodge at Columbus, O. was hopelessly nullified." It proved that the Grand Lodge of Virginia had been summoned to appear at Columbus, O. on one charge and had been virtually tried upon another. THAT PROTESTING ATTORNEY Attorney Davis, still protesting, demanded to know when the charges were Sled, but Mr. Mitchell would not state the exact date, contenting himself with the statement that it was soon after the issuance of the proclamation by the Supreme Chancellor. "John Mitchell, Jr. never dates any of his circulars," Attorney Davis declared. "He is too shrewd for that. When he writes them they have no date, with him there is only one eternal day." Counsel for Virginia were jubilant. Hon Clarence R. Wilson could not help displaying his pleasure while the careful cool, calculating Attorney Paul E. Loeb displayed a broad smile. As for the careful, painstaking, earnest Attorney James F. Minor, his countenance showed absolute mirth. GRAND CHANCELOR MITCHELL SMILES Witness Mitchell amiel, while counsel for the Supreme Lodge could not conceal their disgust. The gud den ending of the case came "like a thunderbolt from a chair sky." When normal conditions obtained, Supreme Attorney S. A. T. Watkins was called to the stand. He was naked if he knew anything about this document, "Charges Against S. W. Green." He asserted that he had never seen it before. He was naked about the paper found. His only reply was that it was the original ATTORNEY WATKINS EMBARRASSED "Original of what?" asked Attorney Wilson. No reply was given other than it was the original. He said he receives many papers and documents, but had no recollection of ever having seen that one before. He concluded it was the original when he saw John Mitchell's name signed to it. In the meantime, the able and brilliant Henry E. Davis was protesting and declaring that this could not have been the paper that Green had at Columbus, O. THE GREAT QUESTION "Where did it come from?" was the query. Attorney Cobb said he thought it must have come out of his bag. Be that as it may, it was there and together with the record of the alleged trial at Columbus. O. last August was admitted by Justice McCoy, much to the evident dismay of the Supreme Lodge officials and their attorneys. WOULD DECIDE LATER Justice McCoy said that he had about made up his mind and that he had expected to render a decision that afternoon, but there were some things in connection with the case that he wanted to consider. Attorney Wilson had raised a point and cited authorities in support thereof, relative to the right of a suspension of the Grand Lodge of Virginia without notice. He requested both sides to file a brief upon that point. He expected to review the testimony as it appeared in the stenographic report of the proceedings and he would render a decision at his earliest convenience. DELEGATION LEAVES. Thus ended this novel case. Counsel and witnesses retired and the Virginia delegation proceeded to Howard University, where Mr. John T. Taylor greeted his daughter and left her happy over the gift of three pounds of high-priced candy. The party left Washington at 6:40 P. M. Tuesday for Richmond, Va. GREEN—STORIES ; Mrs. William H. Storrs announces the engagement and approaching marriage of her daughter, Ruth Mabel, to Mr. Alfred E. Greum, of Bayonne, N. J. The ceremony will be performed by the Rev. Bryana Payne, D. D., of the Fourth Baptist Church, at the home of the bride's sister, 1117 N. 31st Street Tuesday, December 26th, at 8 o'clock. Owing to the recent death in the family, the affair will be quiet. Friends invited. KNIGHTS OF PYTHIAS NEW K. OF P. LODGE ORGANIZED AT WICKHAMS, VA. Wickham's, Hanover Co., Va. December 15. A new Lodge of the Order of Knights of Pythias was instituted here tonight by P. G. C. Roscoe C. Mitchell assisted by Rev. L. J. Morris, D. G. C. at Providence Baptist Church. The work was started here by D. D. G. C. R. T. Jones and Sir Alexander Howlett. The following Knights assisted in the initiation: Sira John Howlett James Mickens, R. O. Lightfoot, Richard Shelton, R. T. Jones, George Tolliver, Robert Shelton, Currence Robert Winston, Cornelius Lowis, Montague Abrams, Alexander Banks Alexander Howlett. After the initiation light refresh meents were served and all enjoyed themself. The ceremony itself was particularly interesting. The following are the officers of the Lodge, which will be known as Providence Lodge, No. . . . K of P. M. of W. Henry Lewis, C. C. William Henderson, V. C. William Henry, Prelate, Delaware Shelton, M. at A. William H. Jackson, K. M. R. & S. Abram Houry, M. of F. H. J. Tolliver, M. of Ex. John Abrams, I. G. Daniel Abrams, O. G. Richard Johnson, Trusgee, Albert Jackson, J. H. Jackson, Randall Johnson. The Lodge goes to the credit of District Deputy K. T Jones 0 JOHN CARY VICTIM OF FIRE . John Cary, a sixty year-old Negro was burned to death in a fire at the Washington Pressing Club, 723 Brook Avenue, early this morning, and his wife and small child escaped by leaping through a second-story window. The mother tossed the baby to Robert Allen, colored, 720 Brook Avenue, and then leaped out herself. Another child was rescued by Robert Allen, Albert Mitchell, and L. Bentley after they had fought, their way up a back stair and had broken in a rear door. Mary Cary was badly bruised about the body and suffered a number of lacerations. Her condition was reported as favorable early this morning, W. M. Lane, 110 Mitchell Street, who was in the pressing shop when the fire started, was badly burned about the hands. The baby escaped without injury, as did the other child. Ambulance Surgeon Scase treated all of the injured and left them in good condition. John Cary was dead before the surgeon arrived. BELIEVED TO HAVE STARTED FROM GASOLINE The fire is thought to have started from a gasoline tank in the shop, it swept through the building in short order, and the entire lower floor of the frame structure was ablaze before the alarm was sounded. Cary is thought to have been smothered. Mary Cary was awakened by the smoke which filled her room. When she rushed to the stairs she found a sheet of tissue separating her from safety. Then she turned to the front window. Allen signaled her to toast out the baby, and this she did, Allen catching it successfully. It was some time before those outside the building learned that Cary was inside. Firemen had arrived by this time, and they, with several Negroes who were familiar with it entered the building. They found Cary dead in his room, his body badly burned. Practically the entire contents of the building were destroyed and the building was badly damaged—Times Dispatch—December 10, 1915. DO YOU KNOW HIM? I would like to know the whereabouts of Harrison Hurbert, who was discharged from the Petersburg Inmate Amputation in the year of 1818 and earned. MRS. C. GOODLENTT, 181 Main Street, New Bedford, N. W. ALPHA PHI ALPHA INITIATES FIVE GOATS The local chapter of the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Gamma, of Virginia Union University, conducted a very successful initiation of five new members a few days ago. The following goats, who had become exceedingly bewildered while wandering about in the Alpha Phi Alpha maze, were finally admitted into the secrets of the organization: I. D. Canada, '19 N. T. Harris, '18 J. W. Johnson, '18 R. J. Jones, '14, and J. H. Tolson, '19. The Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, of international scope, is the oldest and largest Greek letter fraternity for Negro college men in the world. Founded in 1905 by seven Negro youths at Cornell, it is now composed of 26 chapters aggregating six hundred active and a large number of alumni and honorary members. The requirements of membership to this organization are of the highest degree and admission thereto is extremely difficult. Only men who possess the highest moral and intellectual attainments are initiated. Gamma Chapter was founded at Virginia Union University in 1909, and was the third chapter to receive recognition from the General Organization. There are now twenty-one active members enrolled. Among its alumni members are found: Profa J. M. Sampson, W. N. Colson, Virginia J. M.; M. W. Connor, J. Hugo Johnston, Jr., V. N. I. I.; G. W. Buckner, Y. E. D. Daniel, C. A. Lindsay, Armstrong High School; R. P. Watts, Principal Blackstone Institute and K. C. Manning, Principal Northern Neck Institute. Some of the honorary members of Gamma are: Dr. J. E. Jones, Prof. J. W. Barco, Prof. W. T. B. Wil Hams, Prof. Phillipa, Rev. L. O. Lewis and Dr. J. H. Blackwell. Other noted Negroes holding honorary membership in the Fraternity are: Dr. W. E. B. Dubola, Press W. S. Searborough Dean Kelly Miller, Clarence Cameron White G. W. C. Brown. BASKET BALL AT VA UNION For the past two years, circuit statues have compelled Union to abandon the sport of basketball to a large extent. A suitable place for practice and contests was not available. This year, due largely to the efforts of Prof. M P Robinson, Physical Director, a court has been constructed in the gymnasium in Huntley Hall. During the past week contests have been staged between classes and departments prior to the picking of the Varsity. Just who will constitute the five to still a matter of speculation. Some of the most promising material follow: Lawton, Gregory, Taylor, Daniel, Howell, Tolkon, Hucus, Waller, Davis, Johnson and Lindsay. Arrangements are under way for a game with Hampton, here, a short while after the holidays. It may be of interest to enthusiasts of this division of sport to know that the first basketball game between colored colleges was played by Union and Howard in Washington, D.C. in 1902 TAG DAY FOR WORKING WOMEN'S INDUSTRIAL HOME The Mayor of the city has granted a "Tag Day", Saturday, December 14, for the benefit of Working Women's Industrial Home and Nursery, located at 1513 Taylor Street. This home is organized and operated for worthy working women and their children and the work done by said home during the past seven years has commended itself to the public in general, and both white and colored friends have contributed towards its maintenance, but at the present time the home stands in great need of funds with which to meet the pressing obligations. It is now appealing to the charitable public to be kind enough to help it on the "Tag Day" above mentioned with a liberal contribution. Careful and honest workers will have charge of the boxes on the street on the day mentioned above. All friends are asked to contribute to this worthy cause. Signed by: Rev. W. T. Johnson, Rev. N. B. Brown, Rebecca V. Crawford, Eunice M. King. Committee. Officers: Mrs. R. V. Crawford, founder and manager; Mrs. J. C. Stewart, president; Miss E. A. Corling, secretary; Mrs. W. W. Archer, treasurer; Dr. H. L. Harris and Dr. A. C. Johnson. IN MEMORIAM. In loving remembrance of my devoted husband, Benjamin Jackson, who fell asleep in Jesus December 16, 1914, one year ago. Words cannot express how I miss him. PRICE, FIVE CENTS GRAND LODGE OF NIXGIO PYTH IANS WINS CONTENTON. After a two days' legal battle in the Sixty-seventh district court Judge Bon M. Torrell at 9 o'clock Wednesday night dissolved the injunction issued some time ago against the grand lodge of Negro Knights of Pythias, which restrained it from carrying into effect laws recently passed at the grand lodge meeting in Galveston, his action making it possible for that institution to comply with the provisions of what is commonly called the "Mobile law." By the dissolution of the injunction the officers of the grand lodge are permitted to collect the extra assessment passed at the last meeting and also to comply with the laws of the state regulating fraternal insurance. A large number of prominent No groes from over the state were in attendance during the hearing of the case, among them being Grand Chancellor Prince of Sherman. A number of members of the lodge objected to the dissolving of the injunction, declaring the raise in rates which was vested by the grand lodge would discriminate between old and new members, to the disadvantage of the older ones. The case went to trial Tuesday morning and the night session was made necessary in order to complete the case Wednesday. The grand lodge was represented in the proceedings by H. Wood of Sherman and by Scott & McLean. The members who sought to keep the injunction in force were represented by Mike F. Smith, Toni C. Bradley and Lloyd Burns.-Port Worth Texas, Record—December 2. 1915. MEETING OF COLOR TEACHERS Dowell, Va., December 13, 1915. — The teachers of the colored schools of Hanover County met in their first meeting for the term, at Reaver Dam, Va., December 10, at elevn o'clock A. M. The following new officers were elected: President of the Hanover County Teachers' Association, colored, Mr. Reginald N. Hill; Vice President, Mrs. Susie J. Tinsley. Many topics along educational lines were discussed by the teachers. The next meeting will be held at the graded school of Ashland, Virginia. The date of next meeting will be announced later. Sunday, December 19, 1915, Asbury M. E. Church, II A. M., preaching by the pastor. 3 P. M., Rev. J. A. Howler, A. M., pastor of Mt. Olivet Baptist Church, will preach; also his chair and congregation will be present. 8 P. M., preaching by the pastor. Rev. Charles E. Jones FOR SALE: 0 FOR SALE: A very desirable home on Third Street between Leigh and Baker. See ur quick. BRAGG BROS. & CO. 506 N. Second Street NEGRO BAPTIST CHART A Negro Baptist Chart is being made. It will bear the faces of a hundred or more of the preachers and laymen who have in the past, and are still, loyal supporters of the educational and missionary work of the Virginia Baptist State Convention. The chart is to be 36x28 inches, and contain the names of the men, to together with a word of advertisement relative to the Jubilee Year of our Convention, which is August, 1917. Among the number will be lawyers, doctors, merchants, business, and professional men in all walks of life, who are prominent in church affairs. Personal letters have been sent to a large number of brethren and responses are being received every day. Those desiring to take part in the Jubilee and who wish to be included in the chart are sincerely requested to send at once their photograph, to together with $1.50 for making a cut, to S. A. Moses, box 631, Danville, Va. --- WANTS TO FIND THEM I would like to know the whereabouts of Mitchell W. Borne and Hanah Borne. They left Independence Va. about sixteen years ago and came to Richmond, Va. With them was a girl by the name of Eilen Maxwell. Any information of any of them will be gladly received. WANTED—Two Colored Bottlers must read and write, be of sober habits, and well recommended. Will consider partnership with right party in old established business, located in growing city of 20,000. Address O. Care Richmond Planet. ON TRIAL Nominated by ---- Charles M. Durra From The Great Play by Elmer Reigerstein Copyright, 1915, by American Press Association. SYNOPSIS Robert Strickland is on trial for killing Gwold Trask in the latter's library at night. District Attorney Gray declares Strickland killed Trask, with the aid of an accomplice, who escaped, for the sake of an enemy, in cash, which Strickland had just repaid to Trask. The defendant and Trask were the only two who knew the combination to the safe. Important figures in the case are Arbuckle, counsel for the defense, and Glover, who was Trask's courtesy. Strickland would not make demeon, but law compel him to do so. Mrs. Strickland disappeared after the shooting. Mrs. Trask called on her husband, on the night of his death, by a woman who would not give her name. Trask returned from Long Brandon that night and told of giving by mistake the combination of the safe to Strickland. Mrs. Trask asked him in vain for name of woman who called him up. Glover and Trask discussed Strickland and praised him. Mr. and Mrs. Trask quarreled about his intention to kill him, and she dragged out of the past "their Mack." thirteen years before, in which a Miss Denee was involved Trank promised to reform, and his wife forgave him, although it was only fear of a divorce suit that prompted him. Later when the two had gone to their respectful marriage, Trank answered to some one he called "May," who is unknown to his wife. Strickland entered the library, shot Trank and was struck down by Glover. The money was stolen. Glover is called to notify the tellers of striking down Strickland and giving from him the money, and ing the combination of the safe. Strickland tried to tear the card, he said, and succeeded in tears it almost in half. Little Dora Strickland is called to the stand against her father's aggrieved protest. Dora Strickland tells of her father's downcast shopping for food. Fearful final night. Before his return, she sees her mother telephoned to the Jersey railroad about a host purse. Mother was downtown shopping the day before, she tells daddy. Dorte investigated daddy's and found a shining intellec tible object. CHAPTER X. "What Took You to Long Branch" THIS KLAND looked at her with anxiety "Aren't you well, dear? Dorks said you weren't feeling well today." May forced a little laugh "That child gets such queer notions in her little head. I was a trifle excited about your homecoming; that was all. It's the first time we've been separated." "Yes, and the last, let us hope." The words were spoken with the emphasis of a lower. "We'll go next week then?" asked May. "Why, it's scarcely time. There'll be some things to buy." "We can get almost everything we need when we arrive." "Still, there are always odds and ends when you're breaking up house keeping." "That won't take long a day or two." "You'll need a traveling dream." "I buy one ready made," said May. "I know you've been looking already. Doris said you were shopping yesterday," said Strickland. So Doris, thought May, has been telling her daddy already some of the things which she was directed not to reveal. How much more had the child told? But May disclosed nothing of her acitation to her husband as she replied. "Yes; I was looking for a traveling dress, but I couldn't get anything to suit me." Strickland rose from his chair and went over to the table on which Doris had deposited the travelling bag. "Wait a minute," he said. "I've been doing a little shopping myself." And he took from the bag a package which he handed to his wife. "For me?" said May. "Yes." The gift pleased the woman, but in her mind was still uppermost the desire to get away from New York. "Oh, Robert, I'll be so glad to get away, I'll start packing tomorrow." Here entered into the lives of Robert and May Strickland and of their child Doris and of Joan and Gerald Trask and of their children and of Stanley Glover and of others a person of whom none of them knew up to that moment. He was a humble instrument of Providence, a man of lowly station. He did not know that he was to play a part in a mighty tragedy. Yet his intervention, to play the part of the fates such, as was assigned to those mystic women by the ancient Greek tragedians, warped the courses of the earthly lives of many persons. His coming into the existence of the Stricklands was announced by the maid Bertin, who entered and said: "There's a Mr. Burke here to see you, Mrs. Strickland." S "You." Strickland turned to May: "Who's Mr. Burke?" There entered into the room a man of medium height, stockily built, with an honest, open countenance which testified plainly to his Irish extraction. He was dressed very obviously in his "Sunday suit," and he seemed not quite at ease in the firey. But the coat and trousers were dusty and bore a few gliders, telling the careful observer that he had recently traveled in a railroad train. His first remark was addressed to May. "Are you Mr. Robert Strickland, mum?" "Yes." "I don't like to bother you, mum"—"Sit down, Mr. Burke," said Strickland, indicating the sofa. If Strokland's face had been turned at that moment toward his wife instead of to the stranger in his home, he could not have failed to note the agitation in her face and manner. It was with a tremendous effort that she calmed herself and said to her husband, "Robert, dear, your dinner will be ready now, you'd better go in before it gets cold." "I can wait a few minutes," said Robert. "Perhaps Mr. Burke will excuse you," she perked. "I'll only take a minute, mom," said Burke. "I've come all the way from Long Branch." "Have you lost a purse, May?" asked Strokland. May tried to speak without concern. "Why, no, I don't think so." "Are you sure, mum?" asked Burke. "Positively, she replied. "Where did you find the purse, Mr. Burke?" asked Strickland. "On the platform of a railroad station at Long Branch last night. I'm the news agent there." "Long Branch?" Then it can't be yours. May?" said Strickland. "Worriedly, Mr. Burke has evidently made a mistake." The woman's positive note brought a questioning look to the face of Burke. He answered. "There is a half dozen cards in it, with Mr. Strickland's name and address on them." Strickland looked curiously at his wife. "That seems strange," he said. "Perhaps one of my friends"—who began, but the could not finish the sentence. Strickland turned again to Burke. "What kind of a purse is it, Mr. Burke?" But Burke was now more fully arisen to the situation. After all, perhaps the purse found by him did not belong to the woman before him, whose name it contained. In that case, of course, his journey from Long Branch, prompted by his innate honesty and the hope of a reward, had been in vain. He could not be expected, of course, to give up the purse to any one without a clear claim on it. In that case he had the next right to its contents legally. It was perhaps a little admixture of greed in his nature, therefore that prompted him in replying. "Well, if you haven't lost one"—"It's just possible that you've made a mistake, May," said Strickland, and to Burke, "Let Mrs. Strickland look at it." "I'd rather have you describe it first," said Burke. "Oh, yes, of course! You haven't more than two or three purses, May. Describe them to Mr. Burke." Again May Strickland persisted in the fatal course of prevarication that was to cost her dear. She insisted: "But I haven't lost a purse." Strickland was insistent. "I know, but it would only take a moment to describe them." "Well," said May reluctantly, "there's my mesh bag, with the oxidized silver purse." "No, that's not it," said Burke. "There's that green leather bag you gave me for my birthday!" Burke rose and, taking up his hat, began to walk to the door. "No. I knew it wasn't," he gald. But Strickland checked him. "Wait a moment. May, you're forgotten that Frenchy black velvet affair you usually carry." Burke looked sharply at him. "What kind?" he asked. "Black velvet with a gold clasp," said Strickland. Burke drew from his pocket and held up a public which answered Brickland's description. "This it!" he said. "Why, yes of course. Isn't it, May?" The woman saw that further subterfuge was useless. In a faint voice she admitted: "Yes, it looks like it. I—I—I don't understand." You see, you were so positive," said her husband, and Bricke asked, "How much was in it, penn? "About $10 I think." "That's it," Bricke. "Thirty." stood dolphin and seventy-two caddis. Count it, sir." "Brickland took the purse and counted the money. Then he put it back into the purse. "That's the amount that's here. You say you found this at Long Branch, Mr. Burke?" "Yes, sir; on the platform last night. There was a slip of paper in it with a Long Branch address written on it-200 Henderson place. I didn't get a chance to go around there until this evening, as it's a good bit out of my way. There was nobody home but an old housekeeper. She said she didn't know any one named Brickland, but there been a lady there, yesterday. So I thought I'd come to the address on the card." "I see," said Brickland. "Well, we're greatly obliged to you, Mr. Burke." Burke again started toward the door, but Brickland hold him back with. "Hold on, hold on! You're entitled to some compensation for your trouble." He thrust his hand into his own pocket and took out a roll of bills from which he selected some that he handed to Burke. The amount of the THE There Was a Pursued Look on Strickland's Face. reward made the eyes of the honest newspaper员 glisten "Thank you very much, sir," he said "Not at all. We're indebted to you," said Strickland. "Well, I always say that honesty is the best policy." "Quite right," was Strickland's answer "Let me show you to the door." "Good night, mum. Good night, air," said Burke, and he left the room, followed by Strickland. During the short colloquy between the two men May Strickland and stood silent at the side of the room. In her face were plainly to be seen the workings of great emotion. The twitchings of her hands and face were beyond all control, a fact that would have been apparent to her husband and Burke without effort had they not been interested in each other's statements. The emotion that was uppermost in her soul and that showed itself most plainly in her features was fear—horror stricken fear. It was still there during the short absence of her husband from the room to resort Burke to the outer door and it was plain when Doris entered the library from her bedroom. "Oh, mamma," cried the child, "you found your purse, didn't you?" "Yes, darling. Now run away." "But I can't sleep." said Jets. "But you must sleep, dear. There's a good little girl," said the mother, heading her gently back into the bedroom. The door of the child's room was not closed. May returned to the library just as her husband reentered. He put the purse on the table. "It's strange you didn't know you lost your purse," he said. "You almost drove the man away. What made you so insistent?" "I didn't want you to think I'd been careless." There was surprise in Strickland's tone as he answered: "Oh, then you knew you'd lost your purse?" "Why, I."— "Did you know?" "Yes. I missed it last night." "But why did you pretend you didn't know?" "I thought you'd be angry if you knew I lost the purse. It was careless of me to lose it." "But, my dear girl!"— "I just didn't want to worry you." Strickland laughed. "Well, I wouldn't be likely to worry about a recovered purse, would I? But how did the purse get to Long Branch? You weren't there yesterday." It accepted that Strickland expected a reply to this remark, although it was not put, in the form of a query. Therefore when May remained silent he made the question more direct. "Were you?" The admission was made in a low voice—"Yes." "But you said before that you'd been shopping." "That was on account of Doria." "On account of Doria!" "Yes; she wanted to know where I was going. If I had told her I was going to the seashore she would have teased me to take her along." There was a pumple look on Strickland's face. Jealousy had never entered into the relations of himself and his beloved wife. He wore her love as a monarch might wear the brightest jewel in his crown, as a knight might bear in his helmet the gaze which he dared the world to pluck away, confident that the foot was beyond human power. In all things he trusted her insufficiency. "Why she?!" Never in all the years of her life had she cared him. The very thought that she might be to him could never end long. sit in his brain. Other women might have secrets from their husbands, but his May—never! "But you told me the same thing after Doris had gone to bed," he went on. "Did I? I couldn't have been thinking of what I was saying." "What took you to Long Branch?" naked Robert. Here came a diversion, welcome beyond all telling to May. She saw in the entrance of Bertha, the maid, a sign of relief, a reprieve from her husband's indisputable questioning that would give her time to collect her thoughts, to frame an explanation of the visit to Long Branch. "Mr. Strickland's dinner is ready," said the maid. And May added: "You'd better go in. Robert. Everything will get cold." "All right, Bertha; I'll be there in a moment," said Strickland, and the girl left. May held a hand on her husband's arm in gentle insistence. "But you must eat, dear. You'll be ill if you don't." "In a moment," said Robert. "Just tell me about Long Branch. I don't quite understand it." "I'll tell you some other time. I'm tired now, and your dinner is waiting." "Won't you tell me why you went down there? You didn't write that you were going. Why are you acting so strangely, dear?" "I'm not acting strangely. Of course I'll tell you why I went down. I went down to see a friend." "I didn't know you had friends at Long Branch." "You don't know her." CHAPTER XI. "No. 206 Henderson Place." In the manner of the wife there was a slight mouse on, so very slight a pause—and this time, as the attention of the husband was fixed without possible deviation on his wife, he noted the change in her. At the time it made little impression upon him, but afterward, in the long hours of meditation which came to him, it seared itself on his tortured brain. The pain seemed insignificant to him, although it was probably only a fraction of a second before she replied "Ruth Green is her name." "Who's Ruth Green?" "An old school friend of mine. I haven't seen her for years." "Then how did you happen to go down to see her yesterday?" "She wrote, asking me to come down." Stirrickland sent himself at the table, put his elbow on the table and rested his elbow on his right thumb between that member and the fingers. When he spoke next the words came slowly. "You haven't met her for years; then she suddenly asks you to come down to Long Branch to see her. Why didn't she come to see you?" With terrible, eager insistence, at though she felt herself slipping, slipping down the preface of her fate, May Stirrickland still felt to her husband. As is usual in such cases, her mind moved at terrible speed, sending the words almost trippingly from her tongue. She had gone too far to retreat. She must at all costs convince Robert now. Was that Doris moving uneasily in the next room? Oh, for her child's sake she must go on and on and on! "She's critically ill, and she wanted to see me again." The words came fast and faster. "No she had me looked up. We used to be quite intimate in school." Quite oblivious of the torture he was inflicting on his wife, Robert Strickland continued his unintentionally merciless questioning: "How did she manage to write if she's so ill?" "Some one wrote for her." "From what is she suffering?" What is a terrifying dangerous disease? The first thing that entered May Strickland's mind was "Pneumonia." "Oh, she's dangerously ill, then?" asked Robert. "Oh, yes," said May, with an inward algh of relief that she had chosen so A woman standing with her hand on a table. She is wearing a long dress with a high collar and a skirt. well. Again the fates decreed that the Long Branch newleaker should cross her life. Strickland said: "But Burke said there was no one there." "Burke"— "Ten," said Robert, "at the freeman's paid address. The home he went to. He said he found only an old housekeeper." and she forced to her face, for a looking moment, a ghastly attempt at a smile. "They said they were going to remove her to the hospital today. But, Robert, your dinner won't be fit to eat." "Never mind about it. I'm not hungry. Just be patient with me a few minutes more." He rose from his seat at the table and crossed the room to the sofa, where he seated himself. For a second he said nothing, while the wife stood waiting for the next question in the severe examination. Perhaps she hoped that it was over. But her nerves were not in condition to stand an added strain of even a second. They would not permit her to be silent while Robert sat there meditating. So she asked. "What are you thinking about, Robert?" "I'd like to see that letter from Miss Green," said Strickland. "I can't show it to you," said May. "It contains some personal matter that she wouldn't want any one but me to know about." "But she didn't write the letter herself?" "No, her mother wrote it for her." Again the words of the husband who, it seemed to the agonized wife, was acting the part of the grand inquistor, came slowly: "In other words," he said very deliberately, "your friend whom you haven't seen for years chooses a moment when she is critically ill to get her mother to write to you concerning matters, which your husband doesn't know anything about. Is that correct?" This time there was just a gleam of defiance in May's voice as she replied: "Yes, but there's nothing strange about it." "Perhaps not. Still, I'd like to see the letter. I don't want to read it. I only want to look at it." "Why do you want to see it?" "I want to know why, if you had a letter containing your friend's address, you went to the trouble of copying it on another piece of paper." "Who said I copied it on another piece of paper? There was a ring of well-stimulated indignation in May Strickland's tone. And once again the fateful Burke appears." "Burke," said Robert. "He said the purse contained the Henderson place address on a piece of paper." May could not answer for a moment. When she did reply it was stammeringly. "Oh, that was because I did that to"— Now came the moment when Strickland's suspicion of his wife that had been gathering and growing and developing as fast and as thick as the smoke rose from the jar which held the gender found open expression. His voice was thick and hourse, as though the long use had hurt his vocal chords. But it was not more physical distress that hardened his next words. It was mental stress and tension. Something reluctant, something that told of heartache also, spoke when he said: "May, you are hiding something from me." "Don't say that, Robert," she explained. "Why should I hide anything from you?" "I don't know. But you are nevertheless. What is it, May?" "There is nothing, dear nothing." "Well, then, I can't see why you have any great objection to showing me the letter." "I have destroyed it. I never keep letters." "Then why didn't you say in the first place that you destroyed it?" "Because you didn't give me a chance. You're cross examining me as though I were in criminal. My head's whirling, like a top. I can't stand it much longer." The deep lying tenderness of a husband who loves his wife sincerely spoke in Strickland's voice, but added to it there was the desire to know that would not be denied. "May, dear, I don't want to hurt you. Won't you tell me what's troubling you? We've never had secrets from each other." "But there's nothing to tell. There's nothing to tell." Strickland's countenance became stern. Now he was the man who had a right to demand an accounting of his wife's actions. He crossed the room again and seated himself at the table. "I didn't look for this kind of a homecoming," he said and relapsed into silence. For a few seconds May was silent also, but her taut nerves, attuned to the rapid former interchange of question and answer, found the cessation of words more of a torture than the words themselves had been. She must speak, or she would shriek. "What are you thinking about now?" she asked. He did not answer, and she added: "I wish you'd eat your dinner instead of exciting yourself about nothing." Strickland's next voice came in a low tone. He was speaking to himself, but the words were distinctly audible to the waiting woman. "Henderson place. Where is that card Trask gave me?" He searched in his pockets for the card. May knew—oh, only too well—for she had been listening unseen when Trask gave the address to her husband, but she professed ignorance when she said: "What are you talking about?" Strickland's fingers found the card and drew if from his pocket. "Here it is! What's this? '14 right 2, 27.' No, that's not it. Yes, 206 Henderson place—206: That's the very number Burke mentioned, isn't it?" Found Out. NOW for May had come the end of everything that made life worth living, it seemed, the end of everything save life itself, and that in her present state of mind and soul and body was not worth the having. If, as some others have maintained, in the eyes of the world lies not in the sinning itself, but in the being, found out, she and signed beyond explication, she was a soul lost beyond any possibility of redemption. She could only moan: "I don't know; I don't know." "Is it or isn't it?" Again came the moaning, "I don't know." "I'll soon find out!" The words were jerked out. With them Strickland reached for the purse, which lay on THE FOLK STORY He Forced, the Purse From Her. the table between the man and wife. But she forestalled him, seizing the purse and throwing the hand containing it behind her back. She bent forward toward her husband, and her breath came in gasps as she said: "No, Robert!" "Will you rise it to me or not?" "Will you give it to me or not?" There was no inflection in his voice now, only anger and determination to possess himself, at any cost, even violence toward his wife, of the purse. "Please, Robert!" she begged. But he was obliterate. As he caught her wrist and forced the purse from her she gave a little scream. But he did not notice it, so intent was he on opening the black velvet bag. He turned the opened mouth of it downward, scattering the contents on the table. The coins rolled from the table and fell unnoticed to the floor. The bills and the handkerchief, with the other contents, fell to the table, and Strickland scattered them a trifle with his hand before finding what he wanted. He did not look at his half faint ing wife as he said: "This is it 201 Henderson place—Trask's address. So that's where you were? Well, what have you got to say?" Desperately May said "I'll tell you." Strikland raised his hand, holding the fatal card: "Walt a minute! It was Trask's house you went to, wasn't it?" "Yes." "Then your friend then her mother and the letter you destroyed—were all lies, weren't they?" "Yes, but listen me." With forced calm Strikland said: "Go ahead, I'm listening. I want to know why you went to Trask's house." know why you went to Trask's house." In Jerky, disconnected sentences May Strikland commended the last lie she was to tell to her husband. "I'd heard you say that Mr. Trask had a home at Long Branch—when you wrote to me about the house. I don't know much about house planning, and I worked to see a well planned house. So I went down to Long Branch to look through Mr. Trask's house." Here Strikland made his first interruption. "With him." "No, about the housekeeper showed me through." "So that's why you went down—to look at the house." "Yes." "Then why have you been lying to me?" "I thought you might not like it. It was a foolish thing to do—going to a stranger's home—and your manner seemed so suspicious—you forced me into it." For a moment the past events of this night shaped themselves in Strickland's mind. He asked: "When I introduced you tonight you pretended you'd never-met each other." "We hadn't." "How did you know his address, then?" "I called him up. I couldn't go without asking his permission." There was disbelief, strong and marked, in Strickland's voice as he pursued the relentless questioning again: "So you called him up to ask permission to visit his house—a man you'd never met?" "And he gave you his address over the telephone?" "Yes." Strickland's last question had been put in a voice that marked the last degree of repression. He had held himself in leash since the outburst in which he had wrenched the purse from his wife's grasp. It had been a mighty effort, and as he had questioned his wife his hands had clinched and unclinched; the veins of his forehead had stood out. Now his passion passed the bounds of restraint, and he fairly aboutted at her: "That's the last lie you'll tell me!" May recollected from him. Her body seemed to shrink as she threw up both hands to her checks; and her voice was weak as she said: "What do you mean?" "I meep that this address is in Brussels' handwriting." The words strick the woman like a blow. With a little cry she sat quietly. ```markdown ``` "Because—no, no; I can't tell you!" self on the sofa and rented her head on one hand. He followed her across the robe and stood over her as he went on: "I want the truth now. You met Trank before tonight?" "Yes." "He came here?" "Yes." "When?" "Night before last." "And you arranged to go down there yesterday? He was there? You went down there to meet him—my God!" It was her very last chance, she thought. Doing her utmost to collect herself, to summon up all her powers, to call to her aid the love and trust he had always given to her, she said. "Robert, dear—" The sport failed. He was too far gone in anger, in suspicion, in doubt, to heed the appealing tone. His voice had lost none of its passion as he asked. "May, why did you go down there? I'm waiting." She faltered. "Because—no, no; I can't tell you; I can't tell you." Perhaps there was a full in the fearful thunderstorm that was about to break over the couple. Perhaps it was the prompting of affection for the stricken woman that Made Strickland say. "May, if you love me if you ever loved me." "Robert, I cannot, I can't." "You can't tell me? You mean no; say it's not true." He paused in his distraction, still hoping perhaps that his wife could exculpate herself from the horrible suspicion that had been gathering in his brain. She could not answer for a few seconds. She was gathering strength for a last final appeal to him. "Won't you answer? Is it true? be bogged." May turned to him with arms wide spread, pleading for time, begging for a chance. In a voice that was preternaturally calm, but auricular with emotion, she said slowly—oh, very slowly indeed—laying tremendous stress on each sentence: "Robert, dear, you mustn't ask me any more questions, because I can't answer them. There is something I can't tell you. You must trust me, Robert. We've loved each other all these years, believed in each other. You're everything that life means to me and Doris. We're going away together now to begin a new life. Perhaps some day when we are in our new home I'll tell you, but not now. You've always believed in me. Be believe in me now." Strickland strove desperately to calm himself, but the effort failed. He exclaimed: "I do, I do." But there's one thing you must tell me. What have you been to Trask? The woman on the sofa shuddered and buried her face in her hands. She tried to speak, but the words would not come. She tried to raise her eyes to meet those of her husband, but a power outside of her held back her head. She could not look into the face of the man who was bending over her, begging, plunding for a full explanation from her. Her soul revolted against the confession which be seemed determined to wring from her. For a full minute they were speechless. Then he tugged from her, rushed to the table, drew from the bag the revolver which Doria had dropped therein, at his bidding, but a short time before, and ran from the room. "In a moment the banging of a door told that he had left the home that had been so happy. May Strickland half sat, half lay on the sofa, with her head resting on her arms and her body shaken by bobe. The nerve wrecking scene had exhausted her mentally and physically, and for a few minutes she could not rise. Her sobbing was not loud, but was distinct, and it shook her body from head to foot. At last the dreaded significance of her husband's actions revealed itself to her, and she rose with a scream: "He's gone! He's gone! If he finds him he'll kill him! His whole life will be ruined!" The words spoke eloquently of her devotion to her husband. No thought now of her own raised life—only that of her husband lying in ashes! She rushed to the telephone and seized the receiver, at the same time calling excitedly into the transmitter: "Hello, hello! Give me 1238"—Again a telephone call rang in the home of Gerald Trask that night. Before "central" could reply to May Strickland's frantic request for "188 River" her daughter Doris rushed into the room from the adjoining bedroom. The child cried: "Oh, mamma, I'm afraid, I'm afraid!" The mother took her in her arms. "Oh, my darling! My baby! My little girl! Hello, hello!" Doris Strickland had told the story of the tragic last night in her home. All the courtroom—judge, juryman, attorneys, attendants, apprentices—had mistimed spellbound to the child. She was a bright yellowish girl who appeared bad little heading her buried attic. Several times Dustin Attorney (lily --- jealous of the interests of his client, the sovereign people, had objected to questions put to the child by Arbuckle on the ground that they were leading questions and therefore calculated to bring out the answers which the attorney wanted. But Judge Dinsmore had ruled that the age of the child was such that attitude must be allowed to the attorney for the defense. Even the judge himself, learned, grave, stern and impartial, had been favorably impressed by the child's manner on the stand and had smiled at her, thereby encouraging her to go on with her story even when she was tired. Now, however, the limit of the child's strength seemed textile been reached, and she sobbed in childish yearning for a mother's comforting presence. Alas, that mother had not been found in spite of diligent search by prosecution and defense! Was she alive or dead? No one knew. Had she sought relief in voluntary death, and had her body gone the way taken by so many the weary women in New York—the way of the cold green tides leading down the river, through the bay and into the limitless ocean? It was for her mamma that little Doris cried: "Mamma! Mamma! I'm afraid! I'm afraid!" Arbuckle soothed the little one. "Don't cry. Doris. I won't be much longer. Whom did your mother call up?" "Mr. Trask. But he wasn't there." "How do you know he wasn't there?" "Because mamma said. I will call again." "Then what did she do?" "She cried and walked up and down the room and said lots of terrible things." "What did she say?" "Why didn't I tell him? Why didn't I tell him?" "What then?" asked the lawyer, "Then I cried, too, because I was afraid. I wanted to talk to her, but she wouldn't. I was awfully afraid." Here the child's voice broke. "I'm afraid now," she said plaintively, and she began to sob. Arbuckle was gentleness itself as he said: But Doris still wept, and Arbuckle went on: "Try not to cry. Just a little while longer. That's a good girl. Are you listening to me?" The child choked back a sob and answered, "Yes, sir." "Did your mother call up again?" "Yes, sir, and she said, 'Is that you, Gerald Trask?' Oh, I don't want to talk any more. My head hurts, and I'm afraid." CHAPTER XIII CO I was plainly to be seen that the strain told fearfully on little Doris and that only by the most skillful management "Don't be afraid. We'll be finished in a minute. Your mother said, 'Is that you, Gerald Trask? What happened then?' "I don't remember." "Try to think a moment. Be a brave girl. Did you hear a noise through the telephone?" "Yes, sir." Here the district attorney, despite his evident sympathy with the little wilt- THE FAIR nine, deserved it his duty to interfere again. He addressed the judge: "If the court please, I must again insist that my friend refrain from leading the witness." Before Judge Dinnore could rule Arbuckle said: "I submit, your honor, that the child is bearing under a heavy strain and that I should be allowed some indifference." He beheaded the judge hastened the sentence with the little girl lying within him with his duty to hold the scales of justice even milk would be. At Adrienne's mere solution matter, but his machine, was deadly as he said to the lawyer for the defense: "Try not to lead the witness." The momentary rest had done Doris good, and when Arbuckle asked her, "You may you heard a noise, Doris" she seemed a trifle less exhausted. She answered, "Yes, sir." "What kind of a noiso was it?" "What kind of a noise was it?" "I don't know—a funny noise—like a little firecracker." "And what did your mother do when she heard the noise?" The vivid recollection brought back all of Doris' terror and weariness. She made a brave attempt to answer, saying: "She screamed and said, 'My God, he's killed him!' Then the child faltered and cried out: 'Please let me go. I don't want to talk any more.' "Just one more question and you'll be all through. What did your mother do after she said, 'My God, he's killed him!' "She took me in her arms and klassed me and said, 'Goodby.' And I cried because it hurt when she klassed me. And she went away." "And have you seen your mother since that night?" "The child sobbed: "No, no. I want to see her." She looked up, and her eyes rested upon her father, slitting in the prisoner's chair and staring at her in strained attention. Doris rose from the witness chair and started from the platform toward her father, crying: "Daddy dear, why did you make mamma cry and run away from me?" Before Doris could set foot on the floor of the courtroom Arbuckle caught her in his arms and said to the court, "That's the child's story, your honor." Strickland had started to his feet when his little daughter had turned to him. His right arm was suspended in the sling. With his free left hand outstretched he appealed to the judge, exclaiming: "For God's sake, you're torturing my little baby." The court was审结 with sympathy for Doris Strickland if not for her father. There were whispered words of sympathy, and quiet exclamations as the dramatic scene was acted, and some of the more susceptible among the spectators started to their feet. Judge Dinnamore kept his judicial pose. He ripped thrice with his gavel and said: "Mr. Strickland—silence." "I move that the child's testimony be stricken out," said District Attorney Gray. But the hour was late, and the trial of the case of the people of the state of New York against Robert Strickland for the murder of Gerald Trusk was adjourned for the day. That night the people of New York read and discussed nothing but the case. And the feature that held them most was the testimony of little Doris Strickland, telling her story to save her dearly beloved "daddy." The universal comment was: "Poor child! Her mother ought to be here with her!" The opening of the next day's proceedings in the trial saw the courtroom scene all set at 10 o'clock in the morning, save that one of the principal characters was missing. The trial could not proceed without David Arbuckle, the defendant's chief counsel, and Judge Dinamore asked of the district attorney: "Mr. Gray, have you seen Mr. Arbuckle this morning?" "No, your honor, I have not." Judge Dinamore looked at his watch. "It's twenty minutes after 10, Mr. Daniels." The clerk of the court started up in his place. "Yes, your honor." "Just call up Mr. Arbuckle's office and find out what's detaining him." But before the clerk could obey the order Arbuckle entered the court. He was breathless. The judge addressed him sharply: "This court convenes at 10 o'clock, Mr. Arbuckle." Arbuckle recovered his breath with difficulty and replied: "I must ask your honor to excuse me. I have been working all night on this case. There has been an unexpected development overnight. Last evening Mrs. Strickland, the wife of the defendant, cane to my house. It seems that she became dangerously ill, and it is only the realization of the importance of her testimony that has enabled her to be in condition to take the witness stand. She has told me a story, your honor, which puts an entirely different aspect upon this case." District Attorney Gray interposed an objection: "I object to counsel commenting upon the testimony of a witness who has not yet been called." "Very well, your honor," said Arbuckle, "I shall call Mrs. Strickland at once. Her testimony will require no comment. 'Call Mrs. Strickland, please.' An attendant opened a door and called, "Mrs. Strickland." With the appearance of May Strickland came a new sensation in the tril, already overcharged with sensational features. Her appearance was entirely unexpected by judge and jury, the newsmen, and the public. All were eager to observe her, and the great majority to comment on her appearance. They found plenty of food for their remarks in her wan countenance, for the months that had passed since the terrific tragic scenes in the home of the Strickland family on that last fatal THE RICHMOND, PLANET, RICHMOND, VIRGINIA 1916 Calendars Now Ready We have a fine line of Calendars for 1916, both imported and domestic and they are now ready for the inspection of the Public. We can quote prices that will be of special interest to those who buy these kind of souvenirs. A visit is requested even if you are not ready or are not prepared to purchase now. THE LINE IS ATTRACTIVE AND THE DESIGNS ARE NEW AND SURPRISINGLY BEAUTIFUL. THE J. W. BUTLER PAPER CO., OF CHICAGO, ILL. 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The words came with an effort. The woman's head was bowed, and the judge had to admould her to speak more clearly. "When was that?" Arbuckle asked. "In April, last." I asked him to wait. He said he would wait as Nong as I wanted him to. But every time he saw me he spoke to me about it, telling me how much he loved me and how much I meant to him. He seemed so earnest and sincere that I believed everything he said. At last I yielded and consented to marry him." "When was that?" said Arbuckle. "On the 19th of May. He said he wanted to be married next day. But he said that on account of his family he couldn't let it be known for awhile, so we had to be married secretly. Next day he called for me in his automobile and said we were going to a hotel in Great Neck, L. I. to meet a clergyman with whom he had made arrangements. We got to Great Neck at about 7 o'clock that evening." Despite the admission of Judge Dimmore, her voice had gradually become lower and lower again. Now it faltered and broke. Her emotions overcame her. There was a pause in which not a sound of any sort disturbed the stillness of the courtroom. May Strickland's head was bent in shame. She felt the eyes of the assemblage fixed upon her, and she could not raise her own eyes. Why was she baring to the entire world this old chapter in her life? What had brought her to such a pass? Nothing else but love for her husband—that husband who had never before heard this tale. It was to save Robert that she told. He heard it now, sitting as a prisoner of the law, on trial for his life. It entrusted him, and he made no move or sound. Arbuckle had to prompt Mrs. Stickland before she could go on. "Toe?" he said gently. Her words came low, but distinct. "Next morning we were to have breakfast in our room," she said. Democrat to Meet in Missouri City in June, 1916. The Democratic national committee, in session in Washington, selected St. Louis as the meeting place of the 1916 Democratic national convention. The vote on the first ballot was St. Louis, 26; Dallas, 14; Chicago, 12. Texas then moved to make it unanimous for St. Louis, and this was done. June 14 was the date fixed for the convention. Chairman McCombs, addressing the committee, said: "We must all co-operate enthusiastically for the full success of the party. This committee can have a wonderful influence in carrying forward the party's success. To my mind, there is no cloud on the Democratic horizon, and it is the duty of this committee to see that no cloud shall gather. I shall work with unremittent and undiminished effort to continue the success we have had herefore, and I want your suggestions and your co-operation." A permanent committee on resolutions, headed by Vincent M. Miles, of Arkansas, was appointed. The other members are: Clark Howell, Georgia; Thomas Tagkart, Indiana, Norman E. Mack, New York, and Thomas H. Browne, Vermont. EATHQUAKE SHAKES WEST Carlo People Rush Into Streets and Pictures Thrown Down in Paducah. A despatch from Caliro, Ill., says a severe earthquake shock lasting from ten to fifteen seconds was felt there. No damage was reported. According to the weather, bureau records at Caliro the shock lasted fifteen to twenty seconds. Persons in all parts of the city ran to the streets. This was the second earthshock felt in Caliro this year, the first being recorded on February 18. The vibration seemed to extend north and south. There are no instruments there to record earth shocks. A shock of several seconds' duration rocked buildings in Paducah, Ky., and vicinity. In some houses pictures were shaken from the walls and other objects knocked down. No material damage has been recorded there. Benton, Marshall county, and Keeble, Ballard county, Kentucky, reported the tremors also were felt there. GERMAN TO HEAD TURKS Ven der Goltz to Take Command in Mexicootamia Campaign. The Germans are preparing on a large scale for operations in Mesopotamia under Field Marshal Baron Kolmar von der Goltz, who has just been appointed commander of the Turkish forces in Mesopotamia, according to private information received by the Journal de Geneve. Although the Germans speak ostensibly of Kursk, they say the despatch to the war is not immediate; that they may make their military efforts YOU CAN FIND HERE ADVERTISING CALENDARS SUITABLE FOR ALL LINES OF BUSINESS AND AT PRICES THAT WILL SURPRISE YOU. THERE IS ALSO A LINE OF "LEFT OVER" 1915. CALENDAR BACKS, WHICH CAN BE SOLD AT A SACRIFICE TO LARGE PURCHASERS, WHO DESIRE TO SAVE MONEY. This winter from the island of Porlain gulf. POPE MAKES PEACE PLEA Benedict XV. Also Speaks in Behalf of Armenians. A strong plea for peace was made by Pope Benedict XV at the opening of the consistory at the Vatican. His holiness deplored the horrors of war, and spoke with compassion of the plight of the Armenians in Turkey. In his allocation the pontiff declared that when peace does come about, it must be of such a nature as will prevent another cataclysm of war in the future. Poison placed in a glass of beer he was forced to drink, caused the death of Nick Carlin in Pittsburgh. Last Tuesday Carlin was robbed by highwaymen, who forced him to enter a saloon and drink beer, into which poison had been placed. Senator Clarke Re-elected Senator Clarke, of Arkansas, was re-elected president pro-tem of the senate by a vote of 28 to 23. His opponent was Senator Pomerene, of Ohio. Senator Clarke was one of the leaders in the opposition to the ship purchase bill last session. Shoota Brother at Play While playing with a small rider, William Bridges, eight years old, of Waterlook farms, near Easton, Md., was accidentally shot by his elder brother. The bullet penetrated his abdomen and he is in a critical condition. Mob Storms Jall: Lynches Prisoner A mob stormed the county jail at Forest City, Ark., and hanged William Patrick, colored, to a telephone pole. Patrick was charged with having killed John Nicholls, Jr., in a quarrel over some cotton. Collide With Door While hunting in Paddy's mountain, John Gaertner, of Shamokin, Pa., pollled with a 250-pound buck deer which was being chased by hunters some distance from him. He shot the buck to death. Report Plot to Destroy Mill It was reported on reliable authority that a plot has been discovered to destroy the American Holst' and Dearrick plant at St. Paul. The plant was reported to be planning to enter the war munitions business. Sixteen Killed Playing Foot Ball Foot ball claimed sixteen lives in the 1915 season, which has come to a close. Last year the toll was one. Japan Has Another Prince Japanese Models of Japan have been on a bar. This is the first model for the company and company PURE GOODS, FULL VALUE FOR THE MONEY. 1610 East Franklin St. (Near Old Market) RICHMOND - VIRGINIA A. HAYES. OFFICE AND WAREBOOMS: 727 N. Second St. RESIDENCE-725 N. SECOND ST. First-class Hacks and Caskets of all descriptions. I have a spare room for bodys, when the family have not suitable place. All Country Orders given Special Attention. Your special attention is called to the New Style Oak Caskets. Call and see me and you shall we waited on individually. PENN, MARSHON 2758 OTHER PEOPLE JUDGE When you can get Furniture and Rugs from an Old Established house like JURGENS—that's known to sell the best quality goods, just as reasonable as elsewhere—why not give your friends a good impression. It will give us the greatest pleasure to show you our wonderful stock of homemaking comfort giving Furniture and Rugs and—don't fail to ask our salesmen about our banking plan which gives you 5, 19 or 16 months in which to pay for any purchase. CHAS. G. JURGENS SON ESTABLISHED 1899 ADAMS AND BROAD THIRD RICHMOND PLANET RAILROADS NORFQLK & WESTERN. ATLANTIC COAST LINE. TRAINS LEAVE RICHMOND DAILY: For Florida and the South: 8:15 A. M., 8:00 P. M., 12:50 A. M. For Norfolk: 8:00 A. M., 8:00 P. M., 8:00 P. M., **4:10 P. M. For M. A. W. Ry., West: 6:15 A. M., 9:00 A. M., 9:00 P. M., 9:30 P. M. For Petaluma: 6:15 A. M., 9:00 P. M. R:15 A. M., 9:00 A. M., 8:50 A. M., 8:00 P. M. **4:00 P. M., **4:10 P. M., 8:50 P. M., 8:00 P. M. M., 9:20 P. M., 11:50 P. M. For Goldsboro and Payetteville: 8:00 P. M. TRAINS LEAVE RICHMOND DAILY: 6:20 A. M., 9:18 A. M., 8:50 A. M., 8:00 A. M. **10:45 A. M., 11:50 A. M., 2:10 P. M.** M., 9:00 P. M., 8:50 P. M., 8:00 P. M. P. M., 9:00 P. M., 11:50 P. 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We shall reach heaven if we can these laboring to get there Every colored person should submit to a good race journal --- We cannot pray too much if we pray while working and work while praying We should add to the joys of other people and thereby increase our own happiness. A good woman is a great blessing to a family and a worthless man is a great curse to the same people. White folks are mighty good people to have on your side and mighty bad folks to have against you We have had a hard time in the Scotland, but we have become hard denied and we can now make our progress Some people cannot see beyond their own noses or figure higher than their own ohins. As a result they are always hard up. Some people are never happy unless they are talking about somebody the paragently and eulogizing their own achievements Some of these colored folks about there are as wild and as unruly as though they were born in the Cannibal Islands and raised in the jungles of Africa. We have received the "Michigan Manual of Freedmen's Progress," compiled by FRANCIS H. WARREN. Secretary of Freedmen's Progress Commission. It is a most interesting compilation, containing as it does the portraits of many of the leading citizens in Michigan, together with descriptions and illustrations of the many business places and church edifices in that State. We congratulate ATTORNEY WARREN upon the success in his effort and bespeak for the work a large circulation. Mr. WARREN is one of the leading citizens of the North. He is located at Detroit, Michigan, and is highly esteemed, by both races. He is brainy, progressive and entitled to consideration at the hands of the public. NO ANSWER YET. We do not understand the silence of Rev. D. R. H. corp and his friends relative to the harmony proposition submitted in these columns. Puzzler, Rev. B. C. Moanis has stated his position unequivocally. Why does silence prevail on the other side? We do not wish to be too inquisitive, but we are of the opinion that the Baptist people should know the cause of this silence. We would to God that our people would listen to reason and understand that wrong-doing upon either side should not be tolerated and injustice should not be practiced by determined and expressed people. We are disappointed at not receiving a response from Nashville and we are unnecessarily wondering just what such eminence silence means. When colored men learn to agree, to disagree and to Mamie settle their differences amicably without the one giving to anablistate the other then peace, so if as colored folks are concerned, will prevail in the mind. It seems that the Board of Trustees at Tuskegee Institute is going slow in the selection of a successor to Dax Booker T. WASHINGTON. It is well that this abspold be so. Dr. WASHINGTON was a product seldom seen in any generation. We have not ventured to name a man to succeed him for that reason. When all is said and done, the Board of Trustees can better select the man than anyone else. Of the names mentioned all are of high character and should be able to continue the great work that this distinguished leader began. MAJOR R. R. MOTON, commandant at Hampton Institute will, of course, be heartily endorsed by all who know him Mr. WARREN LOGAN, who has been acting principal will, of course, occupy first place in the consideration of the Board and the public Mr. EMMET J. SCOTT, the efficient secretary is de servedly popular. Outside of these, no other names have been mentioned. Any one of them would make first class material for the position in question. The primary consideration is, which one of them can raise the most funds from the wealthy men of the North and which one has the greatest influence to secure concessions from the white men of the South. The people of the country are ob serving Tuskegee Institute just now and it may be that some time will elapse before a permanent successor is named to the Browner T. Washing- "THOUGHTS OF IDLE HOURS" We have received "Thoughts of Life Hours." Myra Viola Wilds, of 2014, Rest Bridge Street, Philadelphia, Pa. She awoke out of a sound sleep, she says, after an illness and wrote her first poem. It is entitled "Sunday and is as follows: Take the sunshine in the morning 1. Let $a, b, c, d$ be real numbers. Then $a + b + c + d = 0$. Will $a + b + c + d$ be positive or negative? We have another here it is War lore is a Wonderful Gift Shakespeare little diamond book Sparkle lore fashion ever more From their love little book See the prairie book made for right and Rose are stricken by their way. In the dawn drops, let us scatter these of love along the way. Her lines are exceedingly musical and process rare merit. Here is another, which contends a confection Ive tried in vain to write a sonnet. My mind was on a rand new bonnet. I could not write a line. Thoughts would come and then they'd go. I found the task no better so. I stopped it for a time. At last, I took my pen again. And tried to make that sonnet plain. And off my thoughts went flying. My mind, you see was all up set. About that pretty bonnet. My thoughts would fly, no use to try. I could not write a sonnet. Here is another Just stop and think a moment. When the way seems rough and steep. When trials, pain and sadness. Pill your soul with sorrow's deep. When the mighty waves of trouble. Over you like the billows roll. Turn your lamp up bright, my brother. Take a look into your soul! There are other selections of equal merit and some not quite so good. The effort is highly creditable. The National Republican Convention will be held at Chicago, Ill., June 7, 1916, and the National Democratic Convention will be held at St. Louis, Mo., June 14, 1916. The Republicans held their committee meeting in Washington last, but they were determined to get their platform of principles before the people of the country first. It shows that there will be a bitter, determined effort on the part of the Republican leaders to win the presidential contest. How. Woosnow Wr. now, President of the United States, has made a fine record for a Democrat and that he has piloted the country through the most embarrassing period of its existence, without precipitating it into a bloody war is much to his credit. The American people do not want either war or taxes. Had he have been as successful in the one as he has been in the other, the matter of his re-election would not now be open to question. Who will be the second man upon the Democratic-ticket? As Indiana is as yet considered necessary to Democratic success, it may be found necessary to name Vice President MANNALL again. As for the Republicans, they are showing a disposition to harmonize their differences and to name a conservative man for President, who can unite all factions. This man must come from either New York. THE RICHMOND PLANET RICHMOND VIRGINIA Viewed from any angle and it will be seen that the dial of Fate polls in that direction. GOVERNOR WHITMAN has erected his lightning rod and he is ready for the presidentian lightning to strike it. Can he unite all factions in New York? This is the question; and upon it will depend his elevation to the presidential chair. If he goes into the National Republican Convention with a divided delegation, the best that he can hope will be the "tail-end" of the ticket. As a matter of fact, the contest rests in New York rather than at Chicago. How. ELFY ROO is the best qualified statesman in the country. He could discharge the duties of office better than any other individual that he has named, but he has too many men prejudiced towards him in his own State. His age is more in his favor than it is against him, for he has just the kind of experience that is needed at this time. We do not know what the outcome will be, but we do believe that this country is on the verge of increased prosperity and in dustrial happiness. LEESBURG, VA. Leesburg, Va.—Providence Baptist Church, Rev E. D. Tyler, D. D., pastor. Though the day was cloudy a goodly number of the faithful found their way to the House of God. At 11:15 he mounted the rostrum, using 2 Peter, first chapter, 40th verse; theme, "The Hill" of the Lord," and right well did he handle his subject—one of the beat we have ever heard. Mrs. Rosa Wellington and Miss Ruth N. Banister, and many other strangers worshipped with us. Sunday School assembled at 2:30, with Superintendent Wm. Roberts with his corps of teachers, and the smiling faces of the children with Miss Ruth N. Banister at the organ. She played in a beautiful selection. Being a public school teacher, she gave us a nice talk o'r training the little ones for use funes. Come again, Slater Banister. At 7:30 the Doctor was at his best again Luke 5:4; theme "The Reward for Service" here we feasted again Collection $16.00 Brother Lane Daw invested in both these services. Rev W. R. Manley is on the sick list with a very bad sore foot. Brother W. L. James has been elected delegate, to represent us at the Grand Sitting of the Masonic Lodge at Frederickburg, Va., by the Metropolitan Lodge, No. 141, which meets December 14, 1915. Mrs. James C. Walker left Sunday morning for Alexandria. W. L. James Jr. left for Washington Sunday. Mr. Frank Taylor is taking many long walks. There is going to be something doing, listen! ROANOKE, VA. Roanoke, Va. Dec. 13, 1915—District G. M. of the Masons, Rov. L. L. Downings, left the city to attend the District Grand Lodge of Masonians, which convened in that old historic town of Frederickskburg, Va., situated on the Rappahannock, his presence being urgent because of his high official standing in the order as District Grand Master. Mr. W. B. B. F. Crowell, District W. G. M., also accompanied the Rev. L. L. Downings. May their trip prove a great help to the Order and a blessing to them. It is hoped that they may both enjoy this high honor of their lives. But the gift of the Order. MT. ZION A. M. E. CHURCH At night, Rev. G. C. Taylor, D. D., preached from the subject, "Make Room In Your Heart For Jesus." The church is allowing too many worldly things to come in the minda and life of man and woman, which bars Jeans from their presence. He urged all to make more room for Jesus in their lives, at 8 o'clock A. M. Mr. Cloyd Burks, of Wytheville, Va., was stricken with appendicitis. This morning he was brought to Roanoke and placed in Burrells Memorial Hospital for treatment. He was accompanied by his sister, Mrs. Beasle Reynolds, and the attending physician, of Norfolk, Va., accompanying Mr. Burks to the hospital. We sincerely hope him a very successful operation. --- A NEW ATHLETIC MOVEMENT LAUNCHED HERE. Spartan L. and A. Club Organized by Prominent Young Men A recent movement started here among the young men bids fair to assume large proportions and do a useful and much needed work in our city along intellectual and physical lines. The organization is known as the Spartan Literary and Athletic Association. A committee is now seeking suitable quarters and before the incoming year expects to be able to have quarters fitted up. This movement will in no way affect several other movements about to be put on foot for the advancement of colored youth. The officers are: M. A. Norrell, President; Robert Cole, Vice President; Arthur Dycon, Second Vice President; S. Bradford, Johnson, Secretary; James Stoddard, Treasurer; Clarence Griffith, Anderton; Board of Managers, Steven G. Mitchell, Lloyd Parkinson, A. Pharr, Frank Ogden, William D. S. Jones --- EDITOR MITCHELL'S TRAVELS (Continued from First Page.) He related some of his experiences, and when I arose from his table that evening, I felt an exhilaration that was a new thing to me. I found that his Madame conducted business in her own right. She removes superfluous hairs from the face and scalp with electric needles, operated from the ordinary electric fixtures. She insisted that I permit her to remove one from my hand and I reluctantly consented. She had me look through the magnifying glass to see the effect. ENOUGH FOR ME I had no need to see the effect. I had felt it. Removing one was enough for me. When I got my hand back to myself again. I kept it to myself. That process was evidently for the ladies and not for me. I would keep all of my surplus hairs hereafter. I am satisfied though, that she can do what she says she can do, destroy the roots so that the hair will hot grow again. Mrs. Ball is accomplished, and I hope some day to see her operate upon some other patient than the banker from Virginia. ANOTHER MAN IN TROUBLE While down on Second Avenue, I was accosted by a colored man. He was of dark complexion. I was gazing in a window and so he was. He asked about work, not knowing that I was a stranger. "I have been unable to find anything to do here," he said "Japanese and Chinamen have the right of way. I am a Haitian. I am a cook. I had a job--but the white man told me he preferred a Chinaman and I lost out. This was my experience before. They all prefer Japanese or Chinamen. I was treated worse than a dog at one place and I couldn't stand it and I uilt." COULD SPEAK FRENCH He looked at my card and finally wrote his name in my note book. It was J. T. Dellahune. He could speak French and talk English, but the highest job he could obtain was that of a cook. I had before me another experience of the far North land. I would soon return to the region of race prejudice, race proscription and low wages, but I had not seen in this El Dorado of some coined folks' hopes enough to make a favorable impression upon me. In the midst of my Negro-hating enemies in my land, we find our Negro loving friends. A CRITICAL ANALYSIS Where one southern white man speaks against us another one across the street speaks in our favor. A condition had been shown to exist that seemed inexplicable. Thousands, of colored folks had the Sunny South of race prescription to go to a section where they could get their rights and bank in the sunshine of political and social freedom. It was a case of withered leaves, of crumbling ashes, of hopes that were never to be realized, and I went home that afternoon, meditating over my experiences and wondering what other observations would appear to me. HAD ENOUGH When Dr. Cardwell and Attorney Black and Mr. Lewis suggested that I take a night out to see the other side of Seattle, the under world, so to speak, I thought of my experiences with Mr. Lewis a few nights before. I smiled and sadly shook my head. One experience was enough for me, and in the language of Poes Raven, I exclaimed, "Nevermore!" JOHN MITCHELL, JR. Rev and Mrs. D. J. Bradford are very thankful to their neighbors and friends, for helping to extinguish the fire which occurred in their home. 1018 St. John Street, last Monday night. The damage was small, owing to the assistance of neighbors and the very prompt respond of the fire department to the alarm. MR. CHARLES H. GIJONSON MOTHER DIES IN GEORGIA Mrs. Allegro Slater, the honored and beloved mother of Mr. Charles H. Gibson, of Tuskegee Institute, Alabama, departed this life at Milledgeville, Ga., December 9, 1915 at the ripe age of 80 ears. She had never left the place of her birth and as she was beloved by everybody, white friends and colored did honor to her memory. She leaves two sons, Mr. Alonzo Slater, with whom she always lived and Mr. C. H. Gibson, of Tuskegee and many grandchildren. "Sleep on, beloved, sleep and take thy rest. Until the shadows from this earth are past. Until He gathers in His sheaves at last. DO YOU KNOW THEM? Any information concerning the whereabouts of Mrs. Josephine Thompson and Mrs. Ellen Blackstalk of Richmond, Va. will be greatly appreciated by their niece, Harriet C. Riers, who is the daughter of their sister, Martha. Mrs. Thompson at one time lived on Third Street, between Leigh and Jackson. Send in your subscription for 1916, in order that you may have The Phantom sent to your door each and every week. This cost is only $1.99 for the entire year. HEAD—Y. M. C. A. Notes Last Friday night the President of the Y. M. C. A. Literary, Amos C. Clarke, conducted a very helpful program, and every fellow was happy. The explanation on the Sunday School Lesson by Prof. J. W. Barco last Saturday was an hour of help. Last Sunday was a full day for service. 10 A. M. the committee visited the city home. The work in the city jail by the committee accomplished much good. Two prisoners accepted Christ. Visits were made to the Richmond Hospital and the Retreat for the Sick. One patient was won for Christ. Committeeman B. L. Allen spoke to the boys, 4 P. M., at the Y. M. C. A. and the meeting was a good one. 5:30 P. M. Mr. A. C. Clarke conducted the open meeting for men. Every man took an active part. You and your friend are invited to the explanation on the Sunday School Lesson today. 5 P. M., at the Y. M. C. A. Men, be on time Sunday, ready for hard work and the other man. Early meeting for the workers at the Y. M. C. A: Building, 9:30 A. M. Come. The boys' meeting will be conducted by Committeeman C. B. Gaston, 4 P. M., at the Y. M. C. A. Building. Mothers, send your boys. 8 P. M. at the Sharon Baptist Church women and men are invited to the regular services. Dr. D. S. Freeman will preach a special sermon. The choir will sing. The Doctor's Quar-teet (Euterpa) will sing special selections. Everybody is invited. Help us crowd the house. The church and pastor make you welcome. The Y. M. C. A. will hold early meeting Christmas morning. Come. Do not forget to have special prayer for the Y. M. C. A. If Mr. Robert Steward will com municate with Mr. J. P. Leach, 89 Wilkinson street, Putnam, Conn. he will learn something of interest to MME. G. COLEMAN QUEEN HAIR GROWER Scientific and Sanitary Treatment of the Scalp, promoting health and a wealth of beautiful hair. 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If your Druggist hasn't N. call, phone or write to. THOR. TAMS JEWELERS Manufacturing Pharmacist $1d H. Broad St., Mainwood, Va. Goods must be parcel post or air post, upon receipt of price, shipping or money order. $500 REWARD IF I FAIL TO CROW HAIR "ALER APLOTEVEH"—"TO EXCEL ALWAYS" The Only Thing Missing About Our Pictures is the Voice. Having Skilled Artists, we make a specialty in all branches of the photographic art. Special Rates for the Christmas Season Phone Randolph 5933 for appointment PERCE TAPPIN, Prostorist 534 N. SECOND ST WE DO REAL ESTATE BUSINESS Place your Business with Us, and we will Please You. B. A. CEPHAS, $ 5 3 5 \frac {1}{2} $ N. SECOND ST. A Mrs. Julia Luffetta, 138 St., N. Y. City Traveling Agent Bertol No. 52555 STA. J. BOX 36. NEW YORK FRENCH A "ALER APLOTEVEH"— The Only Thing Missing Abo Having Skilled Artists, w branches of the Special Rates for th Phone Randolph 59 PERCE TAPPIN, Proprietor WE DO REAL ES Square ON THE Place your Business with Us B. A. 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Take one tablet a day for 30 days and if it doesn't do you more good than any medicine you ever, took, send back balance of tablets and we will return money. DR. J. M. THORNBER DRIGGUS & McCOY DISTRIBUTORS 2227 N. Orkney Street ... Philadelphia DEPUTY WANTED Wanted a Deputy to work the State of Virginia for the faithful Fire and Ladies of Harmony. A good indemnity, for a good and faithful worker. For further information write, GEORGE B. PAXTON, 614 N. Bost, St., Indianapolis, Ind. AMBULENTATE. Our clients boost our business that's way you see us grow. Have your Real Estate Business with us and you will find our service better than others. B. A. CHEMICAL, 500 1.9 North End Street, course in photography and typography. Is a scientific vegetable compound of hair root and Aloe Oil, together with several other positive herbs, therefore making the most powerful harmless Hair Grower known, actually forcing hair to grow in most obstinate cases. Unexcelled for Dandruff, Itching, Bore Scalp, Falling Hair. Will grow moustache and eyebrows like magic. It must not be put where hair is not wanted. Miss. Lurferra writes: "After having used every known advertised hair grower for years with no results I tried Hair Root Hair Grower and continued faithfully for 16 months, now my hair is 29 inches (it was 4 inches when I started.) I believe every woman can grow her hair one-half to two inches a month by using Hair. Root." HAIR ROOT GROWER IS 50c. A BOX Agents Wanted Everywhere. Make Big Profits. Address all mail and money orders to NEW YORK CITY VIRGINIA ART. STUDIOS "TO EXCEL ALWAYS" About Our Pictures is the Voice. we make a specialty in all the photographic art. for the Christmas Season in 5933 for appointment lector 534 N. SECOND ST. ESTATE BUSINESS ROUND THE YEAR Us, and we will Please You. 351/2 N. SECOND ST. FREE TO COLORED WOMEN OUR 1916 STYLE BOOK. We are the largest manufactures of colored bonnets, hair, and in order to introduce new goods we are and lug free our latest book, dressing styles for colored women, for the latest hair dressing. Brevy colored woman should have eat. We guarr- sions every article we sell or money refunded. All hair will positively stand combing and washing the make up even open. We manufacture a STRAIGHTENING COMB of solid brass, with extra heavy back, abso- lately the mannequin, and most serviceable made- fully guaranteed. With extra cash we sell at 80 cents, we give a lamp price. We sell your order for this straightening comb today. Footpaid 80 Ounces. A FULL LINE of Hair Brushes, Knots and Tubes is illustrated and can be bought for less than a street showroom. Read two cost stamps for book 10-day. AGENTS WANTED. HUMANIA HAIR COMPANY. DEPT. D-181-187 Park Row New York. EDW. STEWART 202 SOUTH SECOND STREET RICHMOND, VA. DEALER IN FANCY GROCERIES FRESH MEATS, VEGETABLES FISH AND BOYSTERS PHONE, MADISON 1637. Invest $5 A Month And become a Property owner. Plant a little money in LOTS of APRIL PARK, LOTS OF BLAND, NEW YORK, and build in GOOD Property overlooking the hospital town of LASTORT. Morrison Bay and its adjoining houses. Paul Sage Park will be built and rebuilt on your property. You will be paid. Rent on your payments of $10 down and monthly. Own a store of May Mint. In Profitable investment. Send to Portsmouth. Charles W. Bohner, 74 Broadway, New York City JAMES H. COLLEMAN BRAILER BY FANCY GROCHERING CONFECTIONERY, MIRAGE AND VENETIAN ALL Goods Promptly Received. Three Bedroom Suite 125 WEST ROUVAL SQUARE JAMES H. COLLEMAN REALER BY FANCY GROCHRIEM CONFECTIONERY, HEATH AND VENETIANES All Goods Promptly Delivered. Thames, Bunting Hill 125 WEST BUVAL SQUARE ```markdown ``` Christmas Is Prophetic By Rev. Dr. R. S. MAC ARTHUR THE Christmas observance, fortunately, is becoming more general each year. Many persons who have no religious interest in the season observe it for its delightful social features. This is itself a genuine gain for all the interests of our common humanity. More and more are the religious denominations of all creeds making a part of Christmas a time of religious worship. This also is a change in a wholesome direction. In celebrating the birth festival of our Lord we hold up before the world the central thought in its history. Christ's incarnation is the event around which all other events revolve in smaller or larger circles. This festival is the most joyous celebration of Christendom. It makes the joy of childhood more joyous, and it lightens the burdens of age and sorrow with its tender memories and its triumphant prophecies. It is prophetic of the golden age when Christ shall come again, when evil shall be overthrown and when the song of a redeemed Luminary shall sweep over the universe as the song of celestial choirs echoed over the plains of Bethlehem. By the gifts which characterize this season we commemorate God's great gift—the unspakeable gift of his Son to a world lost in sin and wandering in darkness. No one can rightly estimate the blessings which flow every year to all classes and conditions of men from the tender memories and gentle charities called forth by the remembrance of the holy child Jesus. Christmas Bells From Hill to Hill. The time draws near the birth of Christ. The Christmas bells, the night is still. The Christmas bells to hill. Answer each other in the malt. A Christmas Thought By LUCY LARCOM. If, Christmas is coming again, you say, And you long for the things it is bringing. But the costliest gift may not gladden the day. Nor help on the merry bells ringing. Some getting is losing, you understand; Some hoarding is far from saving. What you hold in your hand may slip from your hand; There is something better than having. We are richer for what we give, And only by giving we live. Your last year's presents are scattered and gone. You have almost forgot who gave them. But the loving thoughts you bestow live on As long as you choose to have them. Love, love is your riches, though ever so poor; No money can buy that treasure, Years always, from robber and rust secure. Your own without stint or measure. It is only love that we can give; It is only by loving we live. For who is it smiles through the Christmas morn— The light of the wide creation? A dear little Child in a stable born Whose love is the world's salvation. He was poor on earth, but he gave He was poor on earth, but he gave us all That can make our life worth living. And happy the Christmas day we call That is spent for his sake in giving. He shows us the way to live; Like him, let us love and give. Live Stock Questions CHICAGO, KOON—to lower, hated and putches, $5.90@6.30; good heavy, $6.40@6.30; rough heavy, $6.80 @6.30; light, $5.60@6.65; pigx, $4.80 @6.30; bulk, $8.10@6.45. CATTLE—16@10c. lower. Beeswax, $10@10; cows and heifers, $3.20 @6.10; Texane, $6.50@8.35; calves, $8.10. PRACTICAL HEALTH HINT. Rapid Eating. Few people really masticate their food properly or eat as slowly as they should in spite of all the advice and warnings of physicians. Will we will add one more word. Don't let the children hold their breakfasts or any other meal for that matter. Ten per cent of the school children of America suffer from malnutrition, and hypotension is an often fate or rapid ending of an unhealthy diet. A Viscount Jester. Bishop Sidney C. Partridge of Mile mort recounts an amusing incident that occurred when he was an Episcopal missionary at Canton, China. Invited to visit the palace of the viceroy, the churchman was shown into the reception hall and requested to wait patiently white an almond eyed attendant D. "I HEARD THE RUTLE OF SILK." went to tell another attendant to instruct still another to inform the viceroy of his presence. "I looked around the hall and finally discovered a beautiful modern piano over in one corner. Now, I can't play, but I like to try when nobody is near. So I sat down on the stool and began picking out "Home, Sweet Home," with one finger. While thus engaged I heard the rattle of silk behind me and turned in confusion to confront his excellency smiling in the doorway. The viceroy made a low bow and with grave politeness said: "Oh, great American, that does with one hand what it takes a poor Chinese gentleman's both hands to do."—Boston Globe. POSTMASTER A SUICIDE John S. Weaver, of Mechanicsburg, Shoots Himself at His Home. John S. Weaver, sixty years old, for four terms postmaster of Mechanicsburg, Pa., committed suicide by shooting himself in the mouth with a revolver, as he stood on the ledge of his house. His wife was in the house. Lack of health is assigned as the cause. He was first appointed postmaster under President Harrison and closed his last term last January. He served as a deputy clerk of the courts of the county. He was a Republican leader in the county for thirty years, coming here from Lancaster county. Didn't Like the "New Christmas The story is told of Thackeray that he was invited to a party at a country house where the host determined to make the experiment of keeping Christmas in "new style." Toward the conclusion of the feast, in which nothing common to a Christmas dinner figured, it was found that Thackeray had disappeared. He was discovered in a corner of the mansion regulating himself on beef and plum pudding, which he had bribed one of the servants to bring him from the kitchen table. --- "Jul Stamps For Christmas. - For some years there has been a Christmas stamp issued by the Denmark government. The Denmark stamp is issued by the postoffice and with the king's head on it and the one word "Jul," which is Danish for Yule. It is issued each year at Christmas for the season, and every penny from its sale goes to help the fight against tuberculosis in Denmark. It costs a farthing and sells by the millions, having almost doubled its sale each year for the past few years. The British government orders the seizure of all wheat in Canada. Berlin announces the capture of Rudnik and the conclusion of the operations against Serbia. The Austro-Germans effect a junction with Bulgarians and Turkey. Gorizia, Austrian stronghold, is reported captured by Italians, in a Geneva despatch. Eightteen allied steamships have been sunk by German submarines in the Mediterranean, Berlia claims. In France the German troops met defeat in a sanguinary hand-to-hand fight for the possession of trench positions north of the sold work known as "The Labyrinth" in Artola. The conflict lasted several hours, the kaiser's troops refusing to admit that they were beaten until their losses compelled them to give up the struggle. MONDAY Berlin reports that the Austro-German campaign in Serbia has reached its conclusion, as the way from Germany to Constantinople is opened. It is asserted that 160,000 Serbs have been taken prisoner during the last few months. Petrograd bears that Rumania is about to join actively with the allies. An unconfirmed report says Gers has fallen to the Italian troops. Austrian troops in this field of action have received 20,000 reinforcements. Lars Kitchener is in France. Four German navy troops obfessed Veronin. In repaired, French aviators dropped bombs upon Brigades, south of St. THE RICHMOND PLANET, RICHMOND, VIRGINIA CHRISTMAS ROSEBUDS. Charming Belief of Roumanian Poems in Coming of the Christ Child. Every year on Christmas eve, they may, the Christ Child, on his way to Germany, come through the Roumanian hills to gather rosebuds and to kiss into the hearts of those he cannot carry a love charm which has power to awaken a lasting love in the heart of any one to whom it is presented, provided the gift is made in the open air in solitude before the hour of 10 and are a word of greeting has been spoken. On the night before Christmas, therefore, the gypsy awaits a rosebud hunting, and on Christmas day the chosen maldeus who accept lovers' suits wear the buds. What roses are to holiday floumania grapes are to gypsy France. Lovers divide a perfect bunch of them; bega- gars offer grapes to passerbly, expect- ing in return a coin for each one taken. Similarly in Hungary lovers share a dumpling pie. In Italy a Christmas fagot, if it be the last in the bunch, a token of affection and is saved to light the wedding fire when given by a maiden to her lover. In Spain there are colored lights and fireworks which lovers watch together. And in Bomer- estshire, England, where the Christmas thorn grows, it was long the custom for young people to gather underneath a thorn tree to hear the buds burst into bloom. WON'T WHIP HUSBAND Small Wife Promise Not to Bead 250-Pound Spouse. Mr. and Mrs. William Heim, of Herndorn, were before Judge Moser, in Northumberland county court, at Sunbury, Pa., the husband being charged with desertion. "I want you to make her promise to let me alone," the husband, who weighs 250 pounds, pleaded as he looked down on the woman, who isn't more than ninety pounds in weight. Asked what she did, he replied that she was cruel to him. Pressing his questions, court forced the admission out of the woman that she occasionally spanked her husband. He made her promise no more whippings and sent them home. New York to Hear "Billy" Sunday Billy Sunday will conduct a revival in New York city in Jan- uary, 1917. Sunday telegraphed the announcement to Rev. C. F. Reisner. Dr. Reisner was one of a committee of twelve which recently invited Sun- day to come to New York. A labor nacle to accommodate 20,000 will be built. Describing the execution, the ad- vices said that the women, rang- ing from girls to grandmothers, all in peon garb, were led from the court martial room. Some wept but most were atfocal. All were herded in line against a long adobe wall. Some hife their faces with their hair as the ride squad, chosen by the commander of the district, raised their guns. Not all fell at the first volley, but the remainder sank in the ground with the second round of fire. FARMHAND KILLS FIVE AND HIMSELF Bodies of Victims Lay Four Days After Terrible Crime—Ghastly Find in Horses. Five murders, the wiping out of a family and their farmhands, were discovered in the farmhouse of Samuel Weltsman, which was off the Georgia road about three miles outside of New Brunswick. Another farmhand, apparently the man who had killed the others, was found dead clutching a revolver. The dead are Mr. and Mrs. Weltsman, who were shot as they slept; their son-in-law, David Kigner, and his wife, Beatrice, and two workmen whose names are not known. County Physician Carroll, who want to the farmhouse with Prosecutor Florance and detectives, judged by the conditions of the bodies that they had been dead for several days, and from other circumstances the authorities have concluded that the murders took place on Wednesday evening. The discovery might have been longer postponed but for the chance meeting of a milkman who had been unable to find any one around the house with David Kigner's brother. The Weltman farm sets back about a quarter mile from the road on the edge of a clump of woods. There are no other houses nearby. Weltman was fairly prosperous. He was last seen on Tuesday, when Joseph Wildgoose, one of his customers, stopped to get his milk. Wildgoose went again on Thursday, but could not find any one around the place. Saturday he happened to meet Nathan Kigner, a brother of David, and told him that his brother's folks were apparently away. Kigner became alarmed, and with Maurice Kalper and Voorhees Ragin, went over to the farm and tried to get in. Burgess forced the window of the bedroom and climbed in. David Kigner lay face up on the floor, between the two beds with a bullet wound in his thigh and forehead. On one of the beds was a furfurbed, a Mungkin, on his knees nor if he had been shot down as he tried to rise. In the other bed was the other hand, a Puff, encroached under the cloth, with the revolver in his hand and it wound in the right temple. USEFUL GIFTS FOR ALL THE FAMILY AFTER ALL., PRACTICAL PRESENTS AFFORD THE MOST LASTING PLEASURE, AND WE MENTION A FEW THAT WILL BE ASSURED OF WARM WELCOME IN EVERY HOME: All styles and sizes, in every wanted wood and finish, $5 to $28.50. FIRESIDE ROCKERS Big, roomy and comfortable Oak, Mahogany and Early Eng lish, $0.50 to $25.00. A gift that he will enjoy—one that will make the morning shave a real pleasure. BRING THE KIDDIES IN THE ASSORTMENT OF TOYS OF SANTA C Rountree-C "The House of Q" 111-113-115 W What Better For Christmas SERVICE ELLIS RAY FISHER, O. W. 502 North S JUST A THOUGHT. Things in Optical Class Work. Why? Because I make cheaper rent, but good work is expensive. But nevertheless we have Service and Quality? Come where Inspect our plant and look over our DONT FORGET-502 NO. Buy Your Christmas OLD RELIABLE JEWELERS WE ARE HEADQUARTER OF DIAMONDS, JEWELRY, SILVER AND NOVELTIES. OUT WITH EVERY It will pay you Xmas Shopping A NEW SUGGESTIONS FROM Gents' Heavy Solid Gold Signet and Gents' Elgin Watch, Guaranteed Ladies' Solid Gold Cameo Rings, Ladies' Elgin Watch, Guaranteed Solid Gold Bracelets. The Ideal Xmas Gift—A Big Ben Guaranteed Gold Watch Bracelet, Gents' Silver Military Sets. Diamond La Vallieres, Solid Gold 26 Pc. Chest Genuine Rogers Silver Silver Comb, Brush and Mirror Silver Tea Set, Specially Proved. Solid Silver Ladies' Umbrellas, Silver Watch Bracelets, Guaranteed WE MAKE A SPECIALITY EMBLEM AND CLUB, CARRYING THE LARGEST IN STOCK. DESIGNS GLADLY GIVEN. SAVING C E. C. MEYER JEWELERS 21 West Bro MIES IN TO SEE T OF TOYS--THE SANTA CLAUS e-Chen se of Quality -115 West E Christmas Than BRING THE KIDDIES IN TO SEE OUR WONDERFUL Rountree-Cherry Corp. "The House of Quality Furniture." 111-113-115 West Broad St. What Better For Christmas Than A Pair of Glasses? SERVICE QUALITY ER, O. G., Op. N. North Second S. Sings in Optical line, because I make all of our work in expensive air we we have but one air somewhere it exists back over our Jewelry. -502 NORTH SEA Christmas Gift BEILERS CARTERS FOR BEILRY, SILVER ES. OUR GUAR EVERY ART May you to shopping at ONS FROM OUR Signet and Initia guaranteed 20 Year neo Rings..... guaranteed 20 Year..... A Big Ben Clock, 1 Bracelets..... Sets..... Solid Gold..... Rogers Silver..... Mirror Sets, Big Proved..... Umbrellas, Heavy..... Guaranteed. SPECIALITY OF A CLUB, PINS AND LARGEST LINE DESIGNS AND WE. WE LIVING CHECK JEWELRY Best Broad S ELLIS RAY FISHER, O. G., Optometrist and Optician 502 North Second Street JUST A THOUGHT. Things in Optical line more reasonable for High Class Work. Why? Because I make all of my own glasses and have cheaper rent, but good work is expensive and cheap glasses are false economy. But nevertheless we have but one pair Eyes, why not have Service and Quality? Come where it exists always. Come in and inspect our plant and look over our Jewelry Department. DONT FORGET--502 NORTH SECOND STREET Buy Your Christmas Gifts at MEYER'S WE ARE HEADQUARTERS FOR FINE WATCHES DIAMONDS, JEWELRY, SILVER TOILET WARE AND NOVELTIES. OUR GUARANTEE GOES WITH EVERY ARTICLE. It will pay you to do your Xmas Shopping at Meyer's A NEW SUGGESTIONS FROM OUR LARGE STOCK Gents' Heavy Solid Gold Signet and Initial Rings..... $ 5.00 Gents' Elgin Watch, Guaranteed 20 Years..... $12.50 Ladies' Solid Gold Cameo Rings..... $ 4.00 Ladios' Elgin Watch, Guaranteed 20 Years..... $12.50 Solid Gold Bracelets..... $ 5.00 The Ideal Xmas Gift—A Big Ben Clock..... $ 2.50 Guaranteed Gold Watch Bracelets..... $10.00 Gents' Silver Military Sets..... $ 5.00 Diamond La Vallieres, Solid Gold..... $ 5.00 26 Pc. Chest Genuine Rogers Silver..... $ 9.50 Silver Comb, Brush and Mirror Sets, Big Line..... $ 5.00 Silver Tea Set, Specially Proved..... $10.00 Solid Silver Ladies' Umbrellas, Heavy..... $ 5.00 Silver Watch Bracelets, Guaranteed..... $5.00 WE MAKE A SPECIALITY OF ALL KINDS OF EMBLEM AND CLUB, PINS AND CHARMS, CARRYING THE LARGEST LINE IN THE CITY IN STOCK. DESIGNS AND ESTIMATES GLADLY GIVEN. WE CASH YOUR SAVING CHECKS. E. C. MEYER JEWELRY COMPANY MOTHER FORGETS BABY CARRY Youngtown, Ohio, Dec. 15.—A 8-month-old baby was found on a street car here. When the frantic mother was found she said: "I had an umbrella and two armguards of Christmas postage to teenage and completely forget baby." The Richmond Planet is always nearby. Read our serial stories. OUR LIBERAL CREDIT SHAVING STANDS WRITE FOR OUR CATALOGUE ING XMAS BUNDLES. MURDER CABINETS A wonderfully complete show ing in varied designs. Moderately priced. MUSIC CABINETS Exquisite designs in Mahog any. A gift she'll appreciate for many days to come. $10 to $25. No man who smokes would appreciate any other gift as much. Prices from $1 to $8. IN TO SEE OUR WONDERFUL TOYS--THE BEST IN ALL A CLAUS LAND. Cherry Corp. Quality Furniture." West Broad St. D. G., Optometrist and Optician on Second Street Optical line more reasonable for High make all of my own glasses and have expensive and cheap glasses are false have but one pair Eyes, why not have here it exists always. Come in and our Jewelry Department. NORTH SECOND STREET Gifts Gifts at MEYER'S ESTABLISHED 1865 GIFTS FOR FINE WATCHES, SILVER TOILET WARE. OUR GUARANTEE GOES EVERY ARTICLE. You to do your going at Meyer's FROM OUR LARGE STOCK— Set and Initial Rings.....$ 5.00 Speed 20 Years.....$12.50 Rings.....$ 4.00 Speed 20 Years.....$12.50 Ben Clock.....$ 2.50 Beets.....$10.00 Gold.....$ 5.00 Silver.....$ 9.50 Or Sets, Big Line.....$ 5.00 Ed.....$10.00 Is, Heavy.....$ 5.00 Guaranteed.....$5.00 LITILITY OF ALL KINDS OF 3 PINS AND CHARMS, BEST LINE IN THE CITY INS AND ESTIMATES WE CASH YOUR CHECKS. JEWELRY COMPANY Broad Street STOCKHOLDERS' NOTICE, MECHANICS SAVINGS BANK. Richmond, Va., Dec. 11, 1815. THE regular annual meeting of the stockholders of the Mechanics Savings Bank, of Richmond Va., for the election of directors and for the trans- action of any other business which may properly come before said meet- ing will be held TUESDAY., January 4th, 1816, at 9 P. M. in the Pythian Council, 731 M. 3rd Street, Richmond. SMOKERS SETS OPEN EVENINGS The Lincoln Contest. Save the labels, and cash tickets from the products shown below, and win one of the prizes that we are going to award March 2nd, 1916. $350.00 in Cash for Organizations, Churches and Lodges. $125.00 Motorcycle, or $125.00 Diamond Ring, or $100.00 in Cash for Individuals. $50.00 in Cash, $25.00 Bicycle and three Gold Watches to Children. Remember at all times, that these prizes will be given away absolutely free, and will not cost you one cent. Nominate your favorite Organization, Church or Lodge today. Perhaps you or some friend would like one of the Individual, or Children's prizes. If so, get in this great label saving game today, and be one of the happy winners, March 2nd. See next week's Planet for Vote Standing and full List of Products. NOMINATE YOURSELF TO-DAY! SAVE LABELS FROM PRODUCTS AS SHOWN BELOW BROWN'S CLEANING & PRESSING COMPANY 932 West Broad Street. Save Coupons. 10 Votes for each Cent paid. MADAME HAWKINS—JOHNSON BEAUTY PARLOR 522 1.2 N. Second Street. Save Coupons. 10 Votes for each cent paid. WHIP AND QUEED: SMOKING TOBACCO Save Cartons. 50 and 100 Votes each. King's Court Cigars. Save Bands. 80 Votes each. Life Panctillas Cigars. Save Cartons. 150 Votes each. NOAH'S LINIMENT NOAH'S HAIR DRESSING Save Cartons. 250, 500 and 1000 Votes each. JENNING'S FISH COMPANY Second Market. Save Cash Register Receipts Good for 10 Votes for each cent paid. BROWN'S PHOTOGRAPH STUDIO 603 North Second Street. Save Coupons. Good for 10 Votes for each cent paid. THE DIXIE THEATRE Save $1.00 Book Covers. Good for 1000 Votes if bought at Content Head. quarters. 613 N. Second Street. SCHOOL TABLETS Save the following Tablets to the following Save Covers from the following Tablets, 50 Votes each: The Flag & Examination Tablets. Seal of Virginia Tablets, Jefferson Examination Tablets, John Marshall High School Tablets, Lillian Hair Nets. Save Wrappers, 100 Votes each. HOME FURNISHING COMPANY 305-West Broad Street. Save Cou- pon. Good for 10 Votes for each cent paid. HONEY FRUIT CHEWING GUM The Gum with the Flavor that you will like. Save Outside Wrappers 60 Votes each. Have your Furniture insured in the Southern Mutual Fire Insurance Co and save the coupons good for 10 votes for each cent paid. Nelson's Ha Nelson's Hair Dressing. Save empty boxes. 250 Votes each. NOMINATE 1,000 VO THE LINCOLN SALES COMPANY. ORGANIZATION. ADDRESS. INDIVIDUAL ADDRESS. CHILD. ADDRESS. SIGNED. ADDRESS. HELLER'S HUMAN 712—SEVENTH STREET, ESTABLISHED 1856. 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At the court-martial letters were produced, allied to have been taken from the women which were to be delivered to Villanueva officers suggesting to them that the Carranza government would be willing to extend amnesty if they would surrender their swords, or would grant, them mislead us in the federal army if they delivered Ca as Granades into the de facto government's hands. GERM FREE DISINFECTANT Cartons. 150, 250 and 500 Votes TIP TOP & BUTTERNUT BREA Save Wrappers and Labels. 50 Votes each. Noldel's Pound Cake. Save Wrappers—250 and 500 Votes each. SILK VELVET CORN SYRUP CAPITAL PORTO RICO MOLASSE Save Wrappers from Cans. 100, 250 and 500 Votes each. E. P. MURPHY & SON Coal and Wood Save Bags. 100 Votes each. Save Coupons. 1000, 2000, 3000, 4000, 5000, 6000, 7000, 8000 Votes each. ELLIS BAY FISHER, O. G.~ Eye Specialist 502 North Second Street. Save Coupons. Good for 10 Votes for each cent paid. PIEDMONT, CHENSTERFIELD AND FATIMA CIGARETTES Save Coupons, 50 Votes each. 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This One Dollar Brass Comb will be sent to your address prepaid for $6.6. ```markdown ``` A GENERAL SURVEY OF THE WAR WEDNESDAY. Reports to London say the Ameri can steamship Communipaw, which was reported suk by a submarine in the Mediterranean, arrived safely at Alexandria. Constantinople says the Turks in Mosopotamia have driven the British forces from Kut-ol-Amara, and that the retreat of the expedition to the Persian Gulf is in danger of being cut off. A battle is being fought in southern Macedonia, in which Bulgarian troops are trying to drive the Anglo-French forces back across the Greek border. Italy is reported pushing an expedition through Albania to aid Serbia. Berlin reports the capture of 2000 more Serb troops. German troops have captured a trench 600 yards long in the Champagne district, according to a Berlin report. French troops have begun a series of counter attacks to regain the lost positions. THURSDAY. Speaking in the reichstak, von Bethmann-Hollweg, imperial chancellor, said Germany was willing to discuss peace, if proposals should comport with the dignity and safety of the nation, but would not herself take the first step. No proposal would be considered, he said, that did not provide guarantees that peace would be permanent. Great Britain has notified the United States it will not requalititn American ships which it has seized, pending the decision of prize courts. The state department has asked safe conduct of the allies for Captains Boyd and von Papen, of the German embassy, whose recall has been requested. Bulgarian troops have driven back the French forces fighting in southern Berbia. The British cabinet plans to authorise the arming of another million soldiers, and expects to have 400,000 ready for service in the spring. FRIDAY. Semi-official statement is made by Berlin that the Anglo-French forces in the Balkans have been driven from Serbia. An unconfirmed report says Italian and Austrian squadrons have had a battle off the coast of Albania, in the Adriatic. Turkish forces are pressing their attack upon the British expedition in Mesopotamia, and it is reported the English resistance is weakening. Paris reports the French to have made slight gains in the Champagne district. SATURDAY Yielding to the demands of the entente, Greece has agreed to demobilize its army in part, and to remove its troops from Salonika. The Anglo-French forces are fortifying Salonika and otherwise preparing as if to use it as a base for the winter. Berlin says Bulgarian troops under no circumstances will enter Greece. A despatch from Rotterdam says the Germans continue reinforcing the army on the western front, and a new offensive movement is expected when the frost hardens the ground. Paris reports fighting in the champagne, and says French artillery has shattered German earthwork between the Gisou and the Alme. A despatch from Kiev, Russia, says Austrian troops are abandoning Lemberg, Germany, because of an epidemic of sourney. Petrograd officially announces that German batteries have been silenced on the Riga front, and German attacks near Dvinsk have failed. SUNDAY. The situation on the eastern front, except for local fighting, is practically stationary. In the Caucasus Grand Duck Nicholas captured the fortified Turkish positions on the Sultan-Bulacridge. Petrograd reports the sinking of two Turkish gunboats and a large sailing vessel by three Russian torpedo boats in a naval battle in the Black sea. The Anglo-French troops in Serbia have been defeated by the Bulgarians with heavy losses and are being driven across the border into Greece. The fighting on the western front is confined to artillery duels at several points in Belgium and France. MONDAY. Berlin says Bulgarian forces have captured Olevgull and Dolran, in south Serbia and have swept the Anto- French expedition back into Greek territory. Greece has announced she will virtually demobilize her military forces and will not try to interfere with either belligerent, if the insurgent allies should purge the areas of the entire nations into her military. Berlin admits the capture by the invasion of a German position on the west front. Denspatches to Paris report that the Germans in "HERE'S MY STOCKING. WHERE'S YOURS?" ALLIES BLOCKADE GREEK COAST Athens Commandeers' Ships in British and U. S. Ports. TEUTONS MAY CROSS BORDER Threaten to Pursue Anglo-French Forces to the Coast Unless They Are Disarmed. A commercial blockade of Greece has been established by the entente powers, according to an Athens des- THE RICHMOND ISLAND, RICHMOND, VIRGINIA pause. The Greek government will demand an explanation, for this action in view of the concessions which have been granted to the allies, it is stated. The Greek government has commanded all Greek shipping in British and American ports in an effort to supply the deficiency in food and coal which exists in Greece as a result of the previous entente restrictions. The vessels will be loaded with cargoes purchased by the government, which does not anticipate the same trouble as is experienced by the regular owners of the ships in getting these necessary commodities to Greece. The central powers have served up notice on Greece that they intend to pursue the Anglo-French forces to the sea unless the allies are disarmed, according to advises from Rome, Germany and Bulgaria disavow responsibility for any damage done to Greek property by the fighting upon Greek soil. From Athena itself comes the ad SUMMARY. That Germany has since decided whether the new facilities afforded the allies compromise Greek neutrality is any way. It is said in the Greek capital that the Germans, if the demand the enjoyment of the same rights as the allies in Greek territory will probably be allowed a free hand, but if the Bulgarians cross the frontier the situation immediately will assume a different aspect in the view of the Greek government. The Athens newspaper, Neon Asty, attributes the following statement to an official source: "In any event the Bulgarians and Germans cannot demand the disarmament of the allied forces. Greece cannot and does not wish to disarm the allies. German diplomacy, which bitherto has displayed perplexity and common sense, will not demand of Greece what it is impossible to give." The British forces under Sir Bryan Mahon that were hurled backward from the Dolmar line by the Bulgars are reported to have retreated to Reeve, in Greece, which it a railway junction, from which a spur railway runs in a southwesterly direction joining the Salonika railroad about fifteen miles north of that city. There was another line at Replevo, but Bulgarian troops were reported to be driving into Greece in large numbers to cut it off. Bulgarians with heavy supplies of artillery are reported to be advancing toward Gummi, twelve miles over the Greek line. At this point, the railway line from eastern Greece and Bulgaria points the Belgrade-Salonika line. While Family Attends Church. Milton Crout, a machinist in the employ of the Bothechem Foundry & Machine company, shot and killed his mother-in-law, Mrs. Heuben Jacoby, seventy-five years old, at his home in North Bothechem, Pa. The only excuse Crout made was that the woman had been interfering with his business. 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Give her a dolly that laughbe and crice. One that will open and shut its eyes! Poor Holiday fare A delegation of fellow townmen called on Rufus K. Combs of Midway, Ky., to congratulate him on the receipt of a Carnegie tial. As his friends were taking leave Mr. Combs wished them all a merry Christmas. "And I hope," he ended, "that you'll have a more beautiful Christmas dinner than fell to the lot of a young friend of mine last year." "He, poor chap, was stopping at a cheap New Year boarding house, and on Christmas day, after he had eaten a turkey mince, a potato and a splinter of golden mince pie, the landlord said to him as he rose just as the weak coffee was brought on: "Oh, don't leave the table, Mr. Smith." "I must, msmam,' said Smith grimly. "It's hard wood, and my teeth are not what they used to be." "The Virgin's Blessing." Every Virgin in Spain is illuminated with a taper. 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The dark night is ending and dawn, hee begun; Rise, hope of the ages, arise like the sun, All speech flow to music, all hearts beat as one! Sing the bridal of nations, with chorals of love, Sing out the war vulture and sing in the dove, Tiff the hearts of the people keep time in accord And the voice of the world is the voice of the Lord! Clasp hands of the nations in strong gratulations; The dark night is ending and dawn has begun; Rise, hope of the ages, arise like the sun, All speech flow to music, all hearts beat as one! Bless, hughes of battle, the mongrels of peace; Bless, hearts and earth, let the long rested saints; Bring of glory to the good will to man! Dark joining in dawn. The heavens bend a'er us! The dark night is ending and dawn has begun; Also, hope of the ages, arise like the sun, All speech flow to music, all hearts beat as one! Star of Bethlehem By John E. Dolsen GOOD will unto men and peace to the nations— These were the glad tidings the herald proclaimed THE wise men who saw it and journeyed with eager And reverent spirit, their presents to bring. They knelt by the Child Christ and hailed him as King. A NIGHT more momentous through all the long story Of earth and its races ne'er stood out in time. The rays of that star shall increase in their glory IF we follow that star through life's labyrinth dreary And look toward its light with unfaltering faith. Though the ways may seem hard and our feet may grow weary. 'Twill guide us right on through the valley of death. --- The "Christmas Grouch" THE Christmas grouch dies hurl, but he begins to breathe feebly. There is scarcely a family but has a Christmas grouch—some one who thinks gifts are foolish and that a great deal of money is wasted at the season now upon us. He hates to see money wasted; he hates to see the Christmas trees cut down; he thinks it is a sin to tell the children the legend about Santa Claus; he acords about shopping; he is sorry for the postman who carries so many bundles; he says everybody runs into debt at Christmas and that the new year gets started in all wrong on account of the debts; he says the sentiment has all gone out of Christmas on account of its being commercialized and that Christmas trees are a mence to life and that once he knew of a house that caught fire from a Christmas tree; he says it is a sin to spend money for flowers at Christmas. The Christmas reformer has hundreds of ideas about how Christmas can be improved. He says the Christmas holidays never mean anything to him and he will be glad when they are all ever. But Christmas remains Christmas just the same, for all the grouch's protests, and will be the same forever; will laugh at the grouch and his follies in such a wholesome, hearty way that he will grow ashamed and will join in the merrymaking in spite of himself. --- PRETTY CHRISTMAS CUSTOMS. In some of the small towns on the littlera a curious custom takes place on Christmas eve, when at the chief church in the town, during the midnight mass, a number of shepherds from the hills make their appearance wearing the pictureque dress of their calling. The chief shepherd carries a lamb in his arms and, advancing to the high altar, gives it to the priest as a Christmas offering from the shepherds and a symbol of the Nativity. In some towns of southern Germany a pretty custom prevails on Christmas eve. A vetted woman walks through the streets after nightfall, carrying a child, chosen for his beauty and goodness to personify the infant Naviour. The cottage windows are left ajar so that the representative of the Christ Child can leave some gift upon the window pill. Every good child thus finds on Christmas morning fruit and sweet, but the bad children only receive a birch rod, typical of well deserved christenment. How Not to Give HE story is told of a woman with a great deal more money than mind and her selection of Santa Claus favors. This daughter of gold is busy twenty-four bours out of the day chasing happiness, though it is said she seldom catches up with it. Her idea of a Christmas gift is something that costs $5. Never mind what the something is so long as it represents a V. Several years ago she was particularly rushed at the holiday season, so she gave less thought than usual to the disposal of the Christmas tree. She was passing a bookshop when a limp leather and gold copy of Omara's "Rubalyn" caught her eyes. Here was an inspiration. She would buy $5 worth of oriental possistic philosophy, expressed in metrical form, for a friend who lived in a hall bedroom and hadn't a second shirt waist to her name. Upon investigation Omar looked so good she decided to mass her Christmas suggestions and spend the hundred dollars in lives she set aside for gift purposes or Khanyam and his verses. One copy went to a widowed friend of other girlhood who lived on a farm in Mulne and attended the little crossroads church twice on Sunday. Omar's verses in praise of wine and lovemaking were well calculated to shock this recipient. Another copy was mailed to a semantics with three young robin months to feed and a net income of $12 a week. The elevator man in the apartment house where the munificent giver lived drew one of the limp lenters. The remainder of the recipients were more or less appropriately selected. Picture, if you will, the widow on the farm perusing the wine, women and song philosophy of the orient! Imagine the elevator man in the depths of his cage poring over "a loaf of bread, a jug of wine and thou!" This year the $100 would have gone for volumes of "Moondness," a sort of Egyptian and Parisian nightmare, had not a safe and sane salesman persuaded the donor to select boxes of writing paper in graduated sizes. This is at least useful, and who knows but another Yuletide will find the woman sending hand picked presents to her small army of the needy! --- Ostrich Dinner For Christmas. One baby ostrich, five months old and weighing over 100 pounds dressed, was served at a recent Y. M. C. A. Christmas dinner in Los Angeles, and 1,500 persons were served. Each of the babes' drumsticks weighed sixteen pounds. In cooking the bird 105 pounds of dressing were used. This was made up of fifty pounds of chestnut, thirty pounds of butter, twenty-five pounds of onions, fifty pounds of bread, twenty-five heads of celery and one pound of mixed spices. A special oven six feet square was arranged to roast the bird. BENEATH THE MISTLETOE "Vow to me now," Said the innocent lover; "Vow to me now." Boldly he glanced at the plant just above her— The mistletoe bough. "Swear that you love And will marry me, dear. While up above Christmas stars shine so clear. Kiss me and vow. Under the bough, Always, forever, you'll cherish me near." Tender her kiss As gayly she told him Joy of her bliss So close to infold him Under the spray. Then she sent him away. Twas time for the next, so why, why should he stay? —Larana: Sheldon. HER NEWEST PHOTO. 12 Wae Well, Taken, Too, Just as She Intended It Should Be. [A dialogue between him and her.] "What have you got there?" "Where?" "In your hands behind your back." "I'm not going to show you!" Do You Want an Umbrella? Well, here it is. The Hull Bros. Umbrella Company will guarantee them. 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The Planet will be sent to you four months for fifty cents; six months for eighty cents; one dollar and fifty cents per year. We Print Bills, Tickets, Letter-heads, in fact, everything. We do Linotype Work for the Trade, at the Lowest Prices. THE PLANET 311 N. Fourth St. Richmond, Virginia Phone, Randolph 2213 Mentioned in Plan to Blow Up Powder Plant. PRICE IS "PUT UP TO P" "Ah, please do." "Promise you won't try to take it away from me." He snacks up close to the girl, who fortunately holds before him a photo, which he clutches with both hands. "That's beautiful." "Do you really think so?" "Yes, pretty nice. But you are much more beautiful, you know." "Now you're flattering me. I think I look just horrible in it." "Oh, you don't. Aren't you going to give this one to me?" The girl flies to the other side of the room in evident terror. The youth flies over after her and in an apparent struggle manages, (quite easily) to wrench the photo from her gramp. "Give it back to me! Please give it back!" she pleads. "Give it back? I guess not!" "I think you're just the meanest thing." In a little while they quiet down, and despite the fact that she continues to coax him for the photo every few minutes he carries it away with him. She goes to bed perfectly happy, for she intended that he should have it—in fact, had it taken especially for him.—Detroit Free Press "A stitch in time," you know, "avoid nino!" I said when Mabel tore her dress "I wish you mend it right away. I do dislike untidiness." For several days I kept this up. But now my niggings ended. Because she came back at me with, "Love said the sooner unloved!" Woman's Home Companion. Bquelched "I'm afraid your mother doesn't like me." "Probably not. Mamma and I have very similar tastes." - St. Louis Post-Dispatch. The belligerents berate Uncle Sam's views on neutrality, invade his own rights and are jealous of his vantage ground of aloofness, but when they want first aid in cash, et cetera, they are on their knees with apologies and promises. Looks That Way. I guess when folks a decade home would engineer a town. They'll have to lay out crooked paths to keep the enemy down. Grand Rapids Press. How To Get One. NAME VON PAPEN IN DYNAMITE PLOT Federal Protests in San Francisco Say Telegrams and Letters Involve Re- called German Attache. The name of Franz von Papen, re- called military attache of the German embassy at Washington, figure in the government's investigations of alleged bomb plots, it became known in San Francisco. Federal officials said telegrams in the government's possession showed that the subject of a price to be paid for the destruction of an explosive plant at Pineau, Cal., was "put up to" von Papen. Plans for the destruction of mun- ition plants at Aetna, Ind., and Ish- pening, Miah, were revealed when officials made public details of indict- ments returned against three alleged conspirators in German plots. Gary, Ind, and Pineole, Cal., were also suggested to an alleged agent of the conspiracy as a fertile field for similar work. Two fires and explosions occurred later at Pineole at the plant, of the Hermes Powder company. The letters containing these plans were three, alleged to have been written to Louis Smith, witness for the government against Baron George Wilhelm von Brincken, Charles C. Crowley, a deterite employed by the German consul general, and Mrs. Margaret Cornell. Crowley's employee, the three persons who were indicted. Each was charged with conspiracy to interfere with and destroy commerce with the allies and with use of the mails to Inliele ar on, assassination and murder. The defendants appeared for arraignment on the two counts of each indictment, and were released on bail bonds of $10,000 each. Specific charges were made that the alleged plotters conspired by sending a letter on August 8 to Smith, at the Normandie Hotel, Detroit, in an attempt to infiltrate him to arson, murder and association by burning certain buildings, at Actea, Ind., owed by the Aetna Chemical company, and works and buildings at Ishpeming, Mich., owned by the Aetna Explosive company of New York. The Injunctions alleged that the letter was of a character to inscribe UMBRELLA COUPON GOOD FOR 5 CENTS The Planet, 311 N. 4th St. Smith to employes in the buildings Smith was alleged to have been employed by the defendants at $300 a month to further the conspiracy, on May 8. The following day Crowley was alleged to have paid Smith $250 to go to Tacoma, Wash, to obtain information concerning the saliings of vessels from northern ports for Vladivostock, Russia, and other ports of the allies. The vessels under scrutiny included the steamships Hazel Dollar and Talthyduus. Smith was sent two $20 money orders June 4 while he was at Tacoma, and on August 1 von Brincken, at the Palace hotel, paid Smith $854.90, according to the allegations. A ticket to New York was bought for him by Crowley June 11, it was alleged. August 12 the defendants were alleged to have put in the mail a letter of a nature to incite Smith to burn buildings of the Hercules Powder company, at Pinole, Cal. There were associations concerning the destruction of the Pinole plant, according to federal officials who said that letters and telegrams in the possession of the government showed that Smith fixed a price for the "job" and that the matter was "put up" to Franz von Papen, recalled military attache of the German embassy at Washington. NEW TEUTON CASUALTY LISTS Total Prussian Lions Now Estimated at 2,244,248. Prussian casualty lists. Nos. 380 to 389, according to the Rotterdamache Courant, contain the names of 65,340 killed, wounded and missing, making the total 2,244,248. This total is exclusive of the names of 237 Bavarian, 310 Wurtemburgian, 223 Saxonian and the naval and Turkish lists, says one newspaper. President Orders Their Expulsion for Offences During Probation. President Wilson has dismissed three cadets from the Annapolis Naval Academy at the request of Secretary of the Navy Daniels. The dismissed cadets were all implicated in the hazing cases last spring and had been placed on probation. They were dismissed for minor infractions of the rules while on probation. The novel scene of a dog appearing at a bank window, seeking payment of his Christmas savings fund check, amused Christmas shoppers in Mahnoy City, Pa., when "Kiddo," the prize-winning fox terrier, of Dr. J. H. Hageabuch, took the check, in his mouth. A year ago Cashier W. H. Kohler, of the Union National bank, jokingly THREE MIDDIES DISMISSED DOG CASHES CHECK asked the doctor why he didn't talk out a savings account for his dog "I will," replied the doctor. It became due and amounted to $25.50, and the chatter sent out the check to "Kildo Hagenbuch in care of his pa." The fox terrier soon was at the window. The check had been indorsed "Kildo Hagenbuch, in care of his pa," and the words "his mark" appeared over the signature. Opinion the words was a mark of the dog's paw, the cashier having pushed an ink付 against it. The money was paid promptly and the dog pranced away with his envelope carrying the amount in bills. This is perhaps the only case in history where a dog's name appears in the records of a banking house. Srkk Poisoner of Cows - Three valuable cows, representing the last of the lord of them jamin Buckalew, died at his farm near New Egypt, N. J., as the result of poisoning. Many cattle have died from the same cause in this vicinity. Farmers and officials who have been investigating are baffled in their efforts to locate the person spreading the poison. Orders 10,000 Aeroplanes for Allies It has been announced in New York that J. P. Morgan & Co. displaced an order for 10,000 aeroplane guns for the British government with the Briggs-Seabury Ordnance company. A contract has also been closed to the manufacture of 500 large cannon and another for a large number of six-inch explosive shells. PROTEST TO FRANCE U. 8. Demande Release of Germans Taken From American Shie The American note to France making representations against the taking of Germans from the American steam or Coamo by the cruiser Descartes and the operations of the warship against other American vessels, is on its way to Paris. Officials decline to discuss the note in any way. Arrangements for its publication will be made later. The note asks for the immediate release of the six Germans and Austrians who were taken from the steamers Coamo, San Juan and Caro line. Kills Wife Baby Girl and Mimself Manna Nelson killed his wife Jennie, his three-year-old daughter Irene, and himself, neighbors and ing the bodies in the Nelson home at Marlboro, N. H. Beale Nelson's body were a razor and a revolver. The Furniture was in disorder. According to neighbors, Nelson had agreed to a separation from his wife. He was twenty-five years old and his wife was twenty-one. Serb King Hiding in Montana King Peter of Serbia is reported to be hiding in the mountains in escape capture by the Belgarian troops. ```markdown ``` FROM SOUTH CAROLINA Florence, S. C., Dec. 15, 1835. The Rev. J. R. Brooks, who died at Maitland, S. C., Sunday evening, November 21st was quite well known, not only on his native county, but generally through out the State. He was treasurer of the Pee Dee Baptist Association, trustee of Merrick College, pastor of two of the leading Baptist churches of the Pee Dee section. He could properly be called a church builder, having built Mt. Roma, Mt. Zion, Almwell, and remodeled others. He accumulated some property and is said to have left his family in good circumstances. Dr. E. R. Roberts, of this city, is one of the administrators. He was fifty-four years of age. Marg. Marietta Brooks, his wife, and Rev. L. B. Brooks, Rev. C. M. C. Brooks, Mr. L. D. Brooks, Mr. J. Q. D. Brooks, Miss Allie Brooks, Miss Bttib and Mirt Brooks, Master Jasper and Edwood Brooks, his children, are left to mourn their loss. Rev. L. B. Brooks is a student of Lincoln University, Panay Grand. He preached a fine sermon at Trinity Baptist Church Sunday morning, November 28. Rev C. M. C. Brooks preached at Mullins December 5, at Mt Olive Baptist Church. Miss Pink Williams and Mr. Essa Bishop were happily married at Cowards on Thursday, November 18, 1915. Rev Osler Graham officiating. They are now living happily together at their home. We all wish them abundant success and long life. Miss Agnes Brown and Mr. Leonard Ingram were married at Timmonsville on December 29, 1915. Miss Agnes was once a pupil under me, while principal of the Timmonsville Graded School. She sings well. Messas, Mitchell Johnson, of Palmetto to Lodge, N. 135; W. E. Edwards on Latta, S. C. Lodge, N. 159, and Mr. P. T. Evans, of Latta S. C., representative of the Free and Excepted Masons, passed through the city December 12, en route to Columbia, S. C., to attend the meeting of the Grand Lodge. They were all jolly and good-natured fellows. Miss Mary Ann Moye and little Moye, daughter of Mr. Julius Moye, left Sunday the 11th, for Filmin day. Little Annie was all up "asleep" it for a long ride. Mr. S. M. Johnson, of Pinewood, S. C., was in the ity the 11th, having accompanied his father this far, who was en route to Wilson, N. C., with klas mother --- MR. FAUNTLEROYS COMPLI MENTS To the Editor of the Richmond Planet I would consider it a high favor of I am permitted to consume just a small space in the columns of your valuable paper to say a word of com- pliment relative to the splendid service given the patrons of the Christmas Savings Club of the Mechanics Savings Bank I want to congratulate the Cashier and his efficient associates upon the accuracy and speed in which the checks for this fund were sent out. Notwithstanding it was made clear that the amounts would be paid on or about the 15th, we were happy recei- pients of the checks on Friday morning, December 10th, making the Mechanics Bank the first to pay to its patrons the Christmas money. I am proud of these young men who have the clerical department of the Bank in hand, and of course, its honored President. I wish the Mechanics Savings Bank bountiful success. It is a credit to our race. Respectfully, R H. FAUSTLER, 613 N 2nd Street SAYS COLORED INTERNE WAS "NOT ADVISABLE." Syracuse, December 10. -- "We simply thought it not advisable to retain a colored letter, as the hospital is run for the benefit of the public," stated Mrs. Frederick S. Wicks, president of the board of managers of the Syracuse Hospital for Women and Children, today in explanation of the rejection of Dr. Isabella Vandervall, honor graduate of the Women's Medical College, New York City, as an Interne. Dr. Vandervall was offered and accepted the position by mail and, according to Mrs. Wicks, not until her arrival was it known that she was a mulatto. --- Mr. Editor: Dear Sir, Please permit me space in your paper, to say a few words. The Trinity Baptist Church of Northside Richmond is in the battle with the churches of the city to help better conditions, under the leadership of the pastor, Rev. G. V. Carrington, B. D. who has made for himself a standing amongst the people, that only time can wear out. There have been changes made which can be seen in the congregation, on the building, and in the community, which will justify me to say, that we have as pastor, one of Richmond's best prepared preachers among the young pastors. He is doing great good in this part of the city for the people at large. Rev. G. W. Carrington is a graduate of the 1909 class of Clayton's Williams University, city of Baltimore, Md. Sunday, December 6, was Baptizing Day. We are having large crowds to hear him each Sunday at 11:30 A. M. and 8:00 o'clock P. M. The Anniversary of the Bands of Calanthe, of Petersburg, Va., was held on Thanksgiving Day at Wilkerson Hall. An excellent programme had been arranged, one of the features being an unique entertainment at night, which was liberally patronized by the public. The Grand Worthy Mother, Mrs. Anna Taylor, of Richmond, Va., was extended a special invitation to be present and delivered an address on the benefits of the Order in general Mrs. Elizabeth Brown, Sr. Matron serves much-praise for the success of the entertainment. She is indeed an energetic worker. Sir Edward W. Wood, Worthy Father, and the following Board Members: Mrs. Victoria Holloway, Mrs. Morton, Mrs. Wilson, Mrs. Hastings, Mrs. Lottie White, Petersburg, Va. were also present. All were delighted with the meeting and many were the expressions for greater work in the future. A handsome jewel was presented to the Senior Matron, Mrs. Elizabeth Brown. Mrs. Wilson, the Junior Matron, also received a jewel. HEAD Convention Fight Lions Up Louisiana "Black and" Tanner Leader Says "Lily White" Seats Opponent --- Washington, D. C., Dec. 14, 1915 Before he left Washington for his home in New Orleans last night, Walter L. Cohen, leader of the "black man" faction of the Republican party in Louisiana, informed Chairman Charles D. Hiles, of the Republican national committee, that Louisiana will send twelve colored delegates to the Chicago convention to contest against the seating of twelve "illy white" delegates from that State. Cohen attempted to inject the troubles of the Louisiana Republicans into the meeting here Tuesday of the national committee, but without success. He claims that the State central committee of Louisiana was improperly organized. He offered proof to show that the colored man was practically eliminated from the Republican party in Louisiana when the "illy whites" contrived to have the State convention held in Grunewald Hotel in New Orleans. That hostility has a hard and fast rule by which its doors are barred to colored people. Therefore, so Cohen told Chairman Hilles yesterday, while the Republican party of Louisiana is composed chiefly of colored persons, his race was kept from participation in the party's councils. The chairman promised to send a call for the Chicago convention to Cohen, and Cohen promised to send a contesting delegation to Chicago. The Republican national, committeeman from Louisiana is Victor Loosel, who is a "lily white." M. Mirror Saves Baby From Wild Hogs 'Sanford Phillips, Jr., two years old of Elkins, W. Va., owed his life to the fear wild hooks had for their own likeness when reflected from a mirror Wild hogs which exist in the mountains of Randolph county came down into the foothills and charged into the home of Sanford Phillips, upsetting furniture and attacking Phillips two-year-old son. The animals had torn nearly all the clothing from the child when he ran into a corner where a big mirror hung. The hogs followed but soon stopped when they behold their likeness in the big glass. Only a second old they hesitate, however, then turned, plunging from the house back up the mountainside. The child was only slightly injured. Youthe Hold Up Tavern; Arrested Alfred Dotty, twenty years old, and Paul Doty, sixteen, his brother, armed with two revolvers each and their faces masked with red handkerchiefs, entered Red Tavern, near Wilkes-Barre, and held up, the proprietor and guests in real wild west fashion. As they came through the doors of the barroom, Thomas Wheatley, the proprietor, and six guests were inclined to treat their "hands up" command as a joke, but the "bandits" showed they were not lacking in nerve, and quickly went through the pockets of the crowd and took all valuables. After the "bandits" had left, a phone message to the state police brought several troopers to the neighborhood, and the Boly-brothers were found on the highway with their guns in their pockets and the loot in bags. U. S. ARRAIGNS ANCONA ATTACK Shelling and Torpedoing of Vessel Called "Inhumane and Barbarous." Ask Reparation for Americana Lost. The text of the American note to Austria Hungary regarding the sinking of the Italian steamship Ancona, revealing a normal demand by the United States for prompt denouncement of the "Illegal and Indefensible" act, for punishment of the submarine commander and for reparation by the payment of indemnity for the killing and injuring of innocent American citizens. These demands follow a statement informing Austria Hungary that "the good relations of the two countries must rest upon a common regard for law and humanity." The note arrages the shelling and torpedoing of the liner as "Inhumane," "Barbarous" and a wanton slaughter of "helpless men, women and children." No attempt is made to conceal the fact that unless the demands are quickly compiled with diplomatic relations between the two countries may be severed. The note follows: "The Secretary of State to Ambassador Peardal: Reliable information obtained from American and othersurvivors who were passengers on the steamship Ancuna shows that on November 7 that a submarine flying the Austro-Hungarian flag fired a solid shot toward the steamship. That therupon the Ancona attempted to escape but being overhaul by the submarine, she stopped, that after a brief period and before the crew and passengers were all able to take to the boats the submarine fired a number of shells at the vessel and finally torpeded and sank her while there were yet many persons on board, and that by gunfire and founding of the vessel a large number of persons had their lives or were seriously injured, among whom were citizens of the United States. "The Austro-Hungarian government has been advised, through the correspondence which has passed between the United States and Germany, of the attitude of the government of the United States as to the use of submarines in attacking vessels of commerce, and the acquiescence of Germany in that attitude yet with full knowledge on the part of the Austro-Hungarian government of the views of the government of the United States as expressed in no uncertain terms to the ally of Austro-Hungary the commander of the submarines which attacked the Ancona failed to put in a place of safety the crew and the passengers of the vessel, which the proposed to destroy because it is presumed of the impossibility of taking it into port as a prize of war. "The government of the United States considers that the commander violated the principles of international law and of humanity by shelling and torpeding the Arizona before the persons on board had been put in a place of safety or even given sufficient time to leave the vessel. The conduct of the commander can only be characterized as wanton slaughter of defenseless non-combatants since at the time when the vessel was shelled and torpedoed she was not. It appears resisting or attempting to escape, and no other reason, is sufficient to excuse such an attack, not even the possibility of rescue." "The government of the United States is forced therefore, to conclude either that the commander of the submarine acted in violation of his instructions or that the imperial and royal government failed to issuance instructions to the commanders of its submarines in accordance with the law of nations and the principles of humanity. The government of the United States is unwilling to believe the latter alternative, and to credit the Austro-Hungarian government with the intention to permit its submarines to destroy the lives of helpless men, women and children. It prefers to believe that the commander of the submarine committed this outrage without authority and contrary to the general or special instructions which he had received. "As the good relations of the two countries must rest upon a common regard for law and humanity the government of the United States cannot be expected to do otherwise than to demand that the imperial and royal government denounce the sinking of the Aprona an illegal and defensible act; that the officers who perpetrated the deed be punished and that separation by the payment of an indemnity be made for the citizens of the United States who were killed or injured by the attack on the vessel. "The government of the United States expects that the Austro-Hungarian government, appreciating the gravity of the case, will accede to its demand promptly, and rests this expectation on the belief that the Austro-Hungarian government will not sanction or defend an act which is condemned by the world, as inhumane and barbarous, which is abhorrent to all civilized nations, and which has caused the death of innocent American citizens. LAMBING." Green Hat Claw to Crime A green hat may send "Country" Smith, colored, of Harriburg, to the electric chair. The police alleged that the hat worn by "Country" when arrested was stolen from the home of Mrs. Ella Albright, murdered last summer. Smith is accused of the crime. [Copyright, 1913, by American Press Association.] JOHN SPENCER, always knew he was, not good enough for Ann Preston, but John Spencer did resent being told so often and officiously by Ann's people that he was not good enough for her. They only augmented his determination to get Ann. 'And so John just picked up his bride and his lawbooks and carried them off to the west. The travel across from Virginia, the opening of a law office, the establishing of a new home, even though a very simple one, made money evaporate very rapidly. And, although no legal business had as yet found its way to John's office, he was always busy getting read up or straightened out or set-tled down. Ann was extremely lonely and homesick. She cried a good part of the time when John wasn't there. John was making such a fight! But just now they were having house parties back at home, and peaches were ripe. And here the land was as hot and dry as a desert. The dust got in her throat and, worse still, in her eyes. First there came borrheed, disguring smoked glasses, then a green eye shade, then a darkened room and pain, constant pain, and then there came a specialist. He pronounced it a very serious case of eye trouble and said she might lose her sight entirely. Her eyes were kept bandaged all the time. For three months she had been in a darkened room. John Spencer read to her, dressed her, fed her and cared for her as if she were a baby. In those three months his hair had turned gray. Never had she spoken to him of the ones back home. But as Christmas time grew nearer and nearer she would ask every day with such a pathetic quaver in her voice. "Any letters, John?" It was like a sword stab in his heart. He knew she was looking for a Christmas box, and he knew none would come. He knew them all, especially her uncle James, who had intended making her his belress before she had disgraced the family by "marrying poor white trash," and her two proud, cold, mercenary sisters. Her parents had died when she was very young. One day when Ann had asked her little quivering question John Spencer ground his teeth and said to himself, "She's got to have that box." The next day he was later than usual getting in from town, and the next day after, although it was more than two weeks before Christmas, an expressman brought a box and set it on the porch. Ann had heard him drive up and set something down and was all excitement when John arrived. "Why, here's an express package!" he shouted out as he stepped upon the porch. Then he brought the box into her room and began prying off the lil' "Mrs. Ann Preston Spencer," he said as the bounces cranked off. "And it says from Virginia," he continued. "Oh, oh!" she cried in delight. First he took out an envelope and read, "To Ann with love, from Under James, inside is $25." "Just what he always gave me at Christmas?" cried Ann. "And wasn't it dear of him?" John dbl not reply. He was unfolding a flimmy, gaudy, rose colored silk negligence trimmed in coarse, machine stitched face. "Here is a pink silk evening dress," he said, "and the card says 'From Cousin Harriet.'" "Oh, how perfectly lovely of her!" exclaimed Ann. "Do let me feel it." And then there were alleged handmade and embroidered things marked from Cousin Loney and Aunt Juliet and some really lovely table linen which had her sisters' cards on it. Ann was like a different person, and when the specialist came next time he said there really was some hope for her eyes now. A neighbor woman, Mrs. Green, took care of her while John was away in town, and when she came in the next morning after the box arrived Ann had her get out all the things. The cards were all plumed on them. Somehow the handwriting looked strangely familiar to Mrs. Green. John Spencer had written a contract for her when she had sold some land. She turned one of the cards over. On the other side, in big black type, was "John Spencer, Attorney at Law." It didn't take the condemnces that Mrs. Spencer was now pouring out to make Mrs. Green understand it all. Then Mrs. Green went home and had a good cry and sent a special delivery letter to Virginia, such a letter as had probably never found its way into that state before. She tried to picture John Spencer as his friends and neighbors saw him, as they had learned to know him—his strength and courage and tenderness—day by day as he cared for his helpless, stricken wife. She was tactful enough not to mention any knowledge of a family estrangement. He had just done this thoughtful, delicate thing because his wife had signal for something from home, and he tried to satisfy her every wish and whim. When they heard about it they would be only too glad to make that wish come true, and, of course, they must never let Mr. Spencer know that she had written. He would never forgive her. And it was two weeks yet till Christmas, and a letter would go to Virginia in five days and if they acted real quickly, which Virginiaians sometimes did, maybe—John Spencer had always been a very materialistic minded man. That was one thing the Virginia-Prestons had against him. But when a sure enough box did come from Virginia by special express on Christmas day, and when that box did contain a pink silk evening dress, quite the loveliest thing he had ever seen, and a real unabashed forthought collar and secondhand cap such as he had tried to describe to Ann, he just carted off all the first lot of things to a secondhand shop and began reading work on telepathy and mental suggestion and believes to this day that Ann's desires plus his projected thought, brought that box. In a few weeks Ann's sight was fully restored, and she was feasting her eyes on the ligatures of her gifts. Letters began to go back and forth, and now Christmas boxes go both ways each year across the continent. The one going east has dozens and dozens of luscious western oranges, grown on Spencer's own hundred acre ranch. And now the proud Prestons of Virginia are never prouder than when speaking of "our cousins, Judge and Mrs. Spencer." Nurse's Boating Fatal Mrs. Daniel Cannon, wife of the constable of St. Clair, of Pottsville Pa., died after an illness of several weeks. She failed to recover from a beating administered to her last week by two nurses, when Mrs. Cannon asked for a drink of water. State police are investigating. Smallpox in Delaware Jail Because of smallpox at the state work house, in Wilmington, Del., more than 500 persons were vaccinated. The disease was brought here by a short-term man from Kent county on Monday. He has been sent to the post house. GENERAL MARKETS PHILADELPHIA - FLOUR firm; winter clear, $315/5.40, city mills, $200/6.40. N.B. FLOUR (Outlet, harbor) CORN firm. No. 2 yellow, No. 3 OATS steeds. No. 2 white, No. 4 49kgs, lower grades, 45kgs, POULTRY live shaly, biens, 12kgs, live shaly, biens, Dre steady, chick fowls, beet: old r tees, 12kgs. CHICAGO. HOGS - Steady, t strong, mixed and butchery, $5.90 6.75, good heavy, $2.35 or 6.70; rur- heavy, $6.00, light, $5.60 or 6.40; plks, $4.75 or 5.40, bulk, $6.00 or 6.55. CATTLE. Steady to 15c, higher, beeves, $4.40 or 10.65, cows and bale- s, $3.25 or 10.65, stockers and foe- s, $2.50 or 10.65, mane, $6.25 or 2.5 calves, $5.50 or 10.25. SHEEP - 10q or 16q, lower; native and western, $3.25 or 6.40; lambs, $6 q or 9.55. CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY FARES Southern Railway announces greatly reduced round trip fares from points on its lines to points in the South. Dates of sale, December 17th to 25th inclusive, 1915. Final limit January 10th, 1916, prior to midnight of which return trip must be completed. For further information call on nearest Southern Railway Ticktle Agent, or write, Magruder Dent, Dist. Pass Agent, Richmond, Va. Your Table Will Not Be Complete Without An Assortment of Those Renown Brands I. W. Harper, Overholt, Cascade, Robinson's AAA Private Stock Bungardner Mountain Rye, per qt. $1 Your Appetite Will Be Improved Should You Use Pedro Sherry (Imported) per qt. $75 Tokay, Catawba, Port, Sherry and Blackberry (finest domestic) per qt., $50 All Goods Delivered Ran. 2313 S. W. ROBINSON & SON, INC. SATURDAY IS CHILDREN'S DAY DON'T SEND THE LITTLE ONES TO SCHOOL HANDICAPPED WITH POOR EYESIGHT. Clear vision means quick thought and to think quickly brings success. Parents, who realize their responsibilty for the future success of their children, will not delay in having this very important question decided at once. THERE IS NO EXCUSE FOR POOR EYESIGHT WHEN IT CAN BE PREVENTED. For the benefit or School Children I shall examine the eyes of every child who comes to my office, every Saturday, between 10:00 A. M. and 4:00 P. M. Free of Charge. DR. M. M. SPIGEL, Eyesight Specialist and Optometrist, 114 N. Fifth Street, Professional Building. YORK RIVER LINE to BALTIMORE YORK RIVER LINE to BALTIMORE NEW STEAMERS "CITY OF RICHMOND" "CITY OF ANAPOLIS" Leave Richmond.....5:10 P.M. (Main Street Station) Staterooms—Men's Smoking Room— Women's Saloon—Spacious Deck. Splendid Meals—Table D'hote and A la Carte. $2.50 First Class—$2.00 Second, Richmond to Baltimore. For information, tickets, state rooms, etc., communicate with MAGRUDER DENT, District Passen ger Agent; S. D. KISER, City Ticket Agent, Phone Madison 272, 907 East Main Street, Richmond. SOUTHERN RAILWAY TEXAS CITIZENS ASK HELP To whom it may concern: We have not received any aid on account of Tennessee City Storm. We need help. We have no money to fight the case in court. WILL THE RACE LOVERS HELP US? B. C. BRANCH 1995 A70 O., (Rent) Galvanum Tuna. FemaleEmbalmer A. D. PRICE, 212 EAST LEIGH STREET. FUNERAL DIRECTOR, EMBALMER AND LIVERYMAN. All orders promptly filled at short notice by telegraph or telephone. 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AND OLAY STREETS WANTS TO FIND THEL I would like to locate some of my people. My father's name was Ryan Jones, my mother's name was Jones, before she was sold, and after she was sold, her name was Mary Carter. My sister's name was Jane Stone, her brothers were named Richard and Henry Jones. Mother belonged to Mr. Charles Ebbell, of Richmond, Va. Mary Carter and Andrew Carter belonged to the old Baptist Church. Any information will be gladly received. RICHARD TREVOR, COLORIED KEN AND WOMEN daughters of Good Wives and Husbands some with money and land, write MANAGER B, Bus 907, LeGrande, Alabama.