Savannah Tribune

Beacon Lights FOR NEGROES Booker Washington's Courtesy. Professor Booker T. Washington, on hearing of objection to his speaking at the Gainesville, Fla., teachers' meeting, on account of his color, wired Gainesville's mayor his willingness to cancel the engagement. By False Representations: By False Representations. Mayor Meyers, of Savannah, Ga., has received a letter from Edwin F. Merwin, superintendent of the utdoor poor bureau in New York City complaining of the reckless importation of negro girls from Savannah and other southern cities. The girls, it is claimed, are persuaded to go north by false representations of positions. Condemn Utterances of Hayes. At a convention of the Colorod Teachers' Association, held at Louisville, Ky., the following resolutions were adopted by a rising vote. "We consider the utterances of James H. Hayes at a recent meeting of that body silly and treasonable. Many of our people are so weak that it is next to murder to stir them with such sentiments. "We hold that intelligent Negroes throughout the country should denounce the man, the speech and that special meeting of the council. "Be it further resolved, That this statement be spread upon the minute and published in the city papers." Hanna's Ex-Slave Pension Bill. A Washington special says: Senator Hanna has introduced a bill granting pensions and bounties to all ex-slaves who were freed by the proclamation of President Lincoln during the war of the rebellion. It provides that persons over fifty years and less than sixty, whether male or female, shall receive a cash bounty of $100 and monthly pensions of $8 per month; persons between sixty and seventy years old a bounty of $200 and a pension of $12 per month, and those over seventy years old a bounty of $500 and a pension of $15 per month. The bill also provides for the payment of the bounty and pension to relatives who may be charged with the care of ex-slaves. President Mitchell of the National Industrial Council, at whose request the bill was introduced has issued a statement to the effect that no one has authority to charge the pensioners who will benefit should the bill become a law, any money to further its passage. Church Keys are Returned. Church Keys are Hurtured. The troubles which have existed at Charleston, S. C., for more than a year in the Morris Street Baptist church, were settled a few days ago when Circuit Judge Gary filed a decree ordering that the keys of the building be delivered to members of the congregation. For months the structure has been closed under order of court, and the congregation was not allowed to go there to worship. The difficulties started when Pastor Dart was fired, and for a time the feeling was so bitter that many personal encounters occurred during the progress of religious meetings. The church has the largest and most representative following of any Negro denomination in Charleston. Judge Gary sustained the report of Special Master Sass. He has ordered that Dart must pay all costs, which will amount to a large sum, and the former pastor is also restrained from interfering with the congregation. It was given out that the nandseme silver communion service had mysteriously disappeared, and another order of court may be required to have it returned. Liberia Donates $25,000 Cash. Bishop H. M. Turner, treasurer of the Colored National Emigration and Commercial Association, organized in Tennessee, has received from the republic of Liberia, West Africa, the sum of $25,000 to assist in the purchase of a steamship to ply between the United States and West Africa for the purpose of aiding emigration and commerce from America. The bishop thinks that white and colored alike should assist such as wish to go to Africa and bring African merchandise to this country. He states that the national association is endeavoring to raise $125,000 to further the proposed plan and he, as treasurer, is determined that not a cent shall be paid out for, any other purpose. Dr. W. H. Heard is president of the association. It is the purpose of the organization to orale a fund sufficient to purchase a suitable steamship and, with this it is proposed to bring the United States and Africa into closer contact. All Negroes who desire to emigrate to Africa will then be given a favorable opportunity to do so. It is also believed that the steamship would be the VOL. XVIII. --- --- The Savannah Tribune. SAVANNAH. GA.. SATURDAY. FEBRUARY 14, 1903. means of opening up commercial relations that would prove of great value to both countries. Booker Washington Well Received. Probably the largest gathering which ever assembled in Union academy at Gainesville, Florida, was accommodated one night past week, the occasion being a convention of the loading Negro educators of Florida who came from every section to hear the address of Prof. Booker T. Washington an., receive suggestions and advice from that noted Negro educator and founder of the Tuskegee Industrial Institute of Tuskegee, Ala., without doubt the leading Negro school of the world. The meeting was held under the auspices of the General Educational board, which had representatives at Gainesville in convention with the county superintendents, and the meeting was opened with an address by Dr. Wallace Buttrick, secretary and treasurer of the board. The address comprised general advice to the teachers, and many valuable suggestions were made which are destined to prove of great benefit to the Nekra schools of the state. Professor Washington spoke for more than an hour. He was enthusiastically cheered when he advanced upon the rostrum, and it was several moments before quiet was restofed so that he could speak. Als remarks were opened with some timely advice to the school children, in which he cautioned them not to be trifling, but to realize now the importance of an education, both industrially and from books. He advised them to begin now to assist their parents at home, and not wait until they had grown up to become acquainted with the manners of industry. After the children were dismissed the speaker addressed the teachers, about forty of whom were present, including Professor Young of the Normal and Industrial school at Tainahasse. Professor Washington outlined the questions which had already been announced, and the teachers were required to answer these questions of the conditions surrounding their respective localities and schools. State Superintendent Sheats entered the room during the latter part of the session, and a few remarks on his experience with the question, followed by a number of practical suggestions, added greatly to the value of the conference. After Superintendent Sheats had closed his remarks Professor Washington concluded the conference with a general address of advice to the colored teachers of Florida. Professor Washington received several invitations to visit other cities of Florida, but, owing to pressing duties in Tuskegee, he was compelled to decline them. Before leaving for home he expressed himself as being very grateful for the most friendly manner in which he was received by the white people and of his own race, and said that he would ever remember the occasion very pleasantly. --- News comes from Birmingham; Ala. that Camp Hardee, United Confederate veterans, unanimously passed the following resolutions indorsing the bill introduced by Senator Hanna allowing pensions to ex-slaves: "Whereas, there was a bill introduced in congress this week by request to bestow a pension upon all old and destitute ex-slaves: be it "Resolved, by Camp Hardee No. 39, United Confederate Veterans, of Birmingham, Ala., that we heartily indorse this bill and sincerely hope that congress act upon it and give to all worthy ex-slaves, who are in real need, a pension sufficient to keep them from suffering and want. A most kindly feeling (almost that of comradeship) prompts us to express ourselves in this matter, realizing the fact that the southern slave was not the cause, by any act of his own, of the shedding of one drop of blood in the civil war. On the contrary, he remained on the farms peaceably and quietly laboring day by day without a murmur to feed and clothe the southern arm fighting at the front. Since the war he has been abiding and industrious and the smallest number has been guilty of crime. We feel that the ex-slave and the ex-confederate soldier will go down in history together, and, too, in a very strange relationship—the one fighting to keep the slave in slavery; the other by his labors furnishing the meat and appliances to carry on this warfare without one word of protest or complaint from him. "For these two reasons, and for his uniform conduct since the war, we and the conservative southern people entertain for him a most cordial and true friendship, and sincerely hope that the present congress will give him a pension sufficient at least to keep him from real want and suffering. "Resolved, That a copy of the resolutions be published in the New York Herald with a request that other northern papers copy." Gold was recently found in Indiana, and the State Geologist predicts that some day the State will become a profiteer of gold placer gold. SENATORS WARNED Not to Pass Anti-Trust Bills by Millionaire Rockefeller. A Washington special says: It can be stated on good authority that unless anti-threat legislation, at least satisfactory to the administration, is enacted at the present session, President Roosevelt, on the 5th of March, will call an extraordinary session of the fifty-eighth congress. The president himself has told members of congress of his desire and of his determination in this regard. It is understood that the announcement was direct and unqualified. It is further stated that the determination of the president was reached only after careful consideration of the strenuous efforts that are being made to defeat any antitrust legislation by congress. These efforts have covered a wide range. They were characterized Saturday by one prominent republican leader, in quote him directly, "as the most remarkable of which I have had personal knowledge during my public life." These efforts culminated, it is now declared, in direct appeals from the Standard Oil Company and through its president, Mr. John D. Rockefeller, to members of the senate not to enact any antitrust legislation at this time. No less than six United States senators have received telegrams signed "John D. Rockefeller," urging that no anti-trust legislation be enacted. It has not been possible to obtain a copy of these dispatches, which, it can be said, are practically identical. Substantially they read as follows. "We are opposed to any anti-trust legislation. Our counsel, Mr. _____, will see you. It must be stopped." As stated, these telegrams (and it must be clear that only the substance and not the exact wording is given here) were signed "John D. Rockefeller." Friday morning one of the counsel of the Standard Oil Company arrived in Washington and called immediately upon members of the senate, as indicated in the telegrams. He did not remain long. Scarcely had he made known his business than he was informed, a bit curtly, that his presence was undesirable and he left with an intimation that he would do better to return to New York. During the afternoon, information concerning the receipt of the messages reached the house, some of the prominent representatives learning the gist of the dispatches. Then it became known that this was not the first time the Standard Oil Company, through its attorneys, had endeavored to influence legislation in congress at this session. Rockefeller Is Silent. A New York special says: John D. Rockefeller was seen at his house, No. 4 West Fifty-fourth street, late Saturday afternoon. He appeared to be wholly unaffected by the startling news from Washington that he had been attempting to influence senators to defeat the Nelson publicity amendment to the department of commerce bill. "The people desire to know whether the dispatches sent to certain senators of the United States, bearing your name, are authentic " Mr. Rockefeller was asked. "I have nothing to say," was the calm rejoinder. "Can you refer me to anybody who can speak for you?" asked the corre spondent. "I do not wish to say anything what ever," replied the Standard Oil magnate. Passed Second Reading. Late Friday night the child labor bill that passed the senate some days ago, passed the second reading in the South Carolina house by a majority of thirteen. CHILDREN DRAW MOTHER. Erring Crown Princess Finally Gives Up Her Dear Giron. A dispatch from Geneva, Switzerland, says: A mother's love for her children has at last triumphed in the heart of the former crown princess o-Saxony, and in a burst of passion, which has come as a climax to the flight from home and husband, the woman of royal birth has said goodby to M. Giron and left for home. The separation was pathetic—almost heartrending. It was the final battle the woman made against her own self. "I must see my poor children again." The woman almost shrieked the declaration. BAER GREW WRATHY Sensation During Argument Before Coal Strike Commission. INTERRUPTS MINERS' ATTURNEY Array of Lawyers for Coal Diggers Have First Inning Before Judge Gray at Phila- Arguments for and against the demands of the union anthracite mine workers which will continue before the coal striked commission for some days, were begun at Philadelphia Monday when the miners, through Daniel J. McCarthy, of Hazle.on, made the opening argument. Mr. McCarthy was followed by former Congressman Brumm, of Minersville, who made a general argument; and Henry DeMarest Lloyd, of Chicago, who confined his efforts to the question of recognition of the union and yearly trade agreements. Among those in the court room was President George F. Baer, of the Reading company. With the exception of the opening day in Washington last October, it is his only visit to the commission's hearing so far. During Lloyd's argument, Chairman Gray interrupted him with this question: "What have you to say regarding the non-union men who prefer to continue at work through the strike, in the exercise of the right that they suppose they have, those who are not strike breakers and not loafers between times?" "Of course, in doing that," Lloyd replied, "they are strictly within their legal rights, but to me they seem to violate a moral duty of the highest sanctity, which is that a man must do what he can to help along a necessary struggle for the elevation of his own class and of society at large." "Are such men protected by the union?" "The union certainly withdraws no legal protection from them," said Lloyd. "They are not protected by the union from being visited with that obloquy which properly falls upon a man who will not join in a common effort for the common goo. I shall class this man precisely with the loyalists in the American revolution. I characterize the strike as an industrial war." In reply to this, the chairman said: "In our theory there is only one war making power, and that is that great union represented by the government of society; and they tolerate no wars—strictly wars—inside of their influence or sphere." Lloyd was followed by former Congressman Charles M. Brumm, who occupied the time up to the adjournment. His argument was principally in support of the demand for the recognition of the union. He said that organization is the essence of government. He charged that the coal companies were responsible for the presence of the large foreign population in the coal regions. Brumm was directing many of his remarks at President Baer, who was sitting close to him. The Reading president gave him close attention, and when Brumm, in an oratorical flight, said that Baer denied at the eleventh hour that he had ever said twenty-one murders were committed in the coal region—that he did not deny it until the statement was permitted to go over the country and receive full effect. Baer jumped up and exclaimed: "Wasn't it a lie? Did I ever say it?" The suddenness of the interruption evidently did not disturb Brumm, who replied: "One moment; I will answer that." Baer was not snaffled, and said with great earnestness: "You said I did not deny it until the eleventh hour. What do you mean?" "I said you did not deny it until recently," retorted Brumm. This ended the coloquy and Brumm continued his argument. COLLISION ON SOUTHERN. Passenger and Freight Crash and Fourteen People are injured. Fourteen persons were injured in a head-end collision late Monday afternoon on the Southern railway about one-half mile south of Jackson, Ga. The trains which came together were passenger train No. 10, drawn by engine 843, which left Atlanta at 4 o'clock, and the first section of freight train No. 51, drawn by engine No. 256, which left Macon during the afternoon. The crew of the freight is charged up with the accident, as the passenger train had the right of way. —W. P. Pollock, a member of the South Carolina house, stated on the floor that a bribe had been offered him. —The advocates or temperance won a victory in the Tennessee house Friday, a simple local option bill being passed. —The withdrawal of Addicks has not cleared the Delaware senatorial situation. The enemies of Addicks question the honesty of his wintrawal. —General debate on the anti-trust bill closed in the house Friday. Messrs. Fleming and DeArmond made the chief speeches for the democrats. —Hooper Young, the grandson of Brigham Young, continues to act as if he were demented during his trial for the murder of Mrs. Pulitzer. The wife of Professor Peck, of Yale, was found dead on the beach near New Haven Friday, having wandered away from home while demented. In the senate Mr. Morgan, of Alabama nearly precipitated an open debate on the canal question by charging that the United States has agreed to pay $3,000,000 to the Colombian rebels. Adelina Fatti, the famous cantatrice, has signed a contract to tour the United States, beginning November 1 next. In the first election in Ireland in which compulsory land purchase was an issue, the unionist candidate was elected. President Roosevelt has refused the request of the allies to act as an arbitrator in regard to Venezuela and the matter will probably be referred to The Hague. The body of Samuel Hudson was found Thursday in his home near Athens, Ga. It is believed that he was killed for his pension money. Augusta, Ga., is having a hot discussion over the acceptance of Andrew Carnegie's offer of $50,000 for a library. Congressman J. M. Manley, of the Tenth North Carolina district, died at his home in Waynesville Thursday. The Alabama house passed a bill legalizing the practice of osteopathy. The Alabama supreme court has rendered a decision impeaching Solicitor R. H. Lowe, of the eighth circuit, for physical incompetency. The house has passed the appropriation for continuing the fast mail service to the south. Captain R. P. Hobson, in an interview, alleges that he was forced to leave the navy by Congressman Bankhead, of Alabama. "Gas" Addicks, whose ambition to be chosen United States senator has kept Delaware in turmoil for seven years, has withdrawn as a candidate. The strike commission, after taking 2,300,000 words of testimony, concluded its hearings Thursday and is ready to hear arguments. It is reported that $3,000,000 of the $10,000,000 to be paid by the United States to Colombia for the canal route, will go to the rebels under an agreement between the latter and American naval officers. Sena.or Morgan has demanded an investigation. — Brazil has decided to send troops into the territory of Acre and a clash with Bolivia may result. — The government of Honduras has proclaimed the port of Amalpa blocked. This is the port to which United States warships are hurrying. · Senate committee on foreign affairs has made a favorable report on the Panama canal treaty, Senators Bacon and Morgan voting in the negative. House naval affairs committee has made a report on the bribery charges in which Lessler and Qulgg are exculpated and the guilt placed on Doblin. The Hill of Tara, once the seat of the Irish kings and the most historic spot in the Emerald Isle, has been sold to an unknown woman for $18,500. In court decision at Cincinnati, Federal Judge Lunton has decided that negroes prevented from voting at state elections have no recourse in the federal courts. There is no apparent change in the status of the Venezuelan embroglio. The allies have not replied to Minister Bowen's last note. —Kalser William, in order to give the rechstag an object lesson, has sent to the nouse a diagram showing how the naval program of Great Britain excceeds that of Germany. NO 19. WAR CLOUD IN EAST Sultan of Turkey Prepares to Crush Macedonia Uprising. Turk Orders Mobilization of 240,000 Troops for a Military Demonstration—France is Suspicious of Move. It is announced in a dispatch to a news agency in London from St. Petersburg that all of the officers of the Russian army reserves have been notified to hold themselves to rejoin their regiments in twenty-four hours in the event of mobilization orders being issued. The measure, it is added, appears to be connected with fears of trouble in the Balkans. The Navy in Paris. Official advises have been received in Paris confirming the report that the sultan of Turkey has ordered the immediate mobilization of 240,000 troops for military demonstration in Macedonia. The step taken is regarded with apprehension by the French officials as being likely to involve complications between Turkey and Russia and Austria. It is said that the Russian and Austrian governments have agreed on a firm note to the sultan which will be presented within the next few days, insisting on administrative and official reforms in Macedonia. Although France will not be a party to the note, she will approve of it. It is considered that the sultan's mobilization of such an army is clearly an effort to forestall the representations of this note. The mobilization of so many troops is regarded here as unwise and dangerous, and especially as it is said that the soldiers who are to be brought into Macedonia from Asiatic Turkey are semi-barbarians and are hostile to Christians and will inaugurate another series of massacres. It is understood the powers are exchanging views as to the course to be pursued toward the mobilization of Turkish troops. Another dispatch is as follows: The French officials are not disposed to accept the porte's assurance that Turkey has no intention of mobilizing a large force of troops. When the Turkish denial was brought to the attention of the officials in Paris who have access to the government's sources of information, the following reply was made: "We have received similar pacific assurances from Turkish sources, but our own information is positive and specific that orders for the mobilization have been actually issued. This was three days ago, and we are unable to say whether the execution of the orders withheld in view of the effect they have produced among the powers who are seeking to enforce reforms in the Balkans. Our advices further show the mobilization would affect 240,000 troops." The French government's policy appears to be shaping on its own advices without reference to the quieting Turkish assurances. BRITAIN'S PROTOCOL ACCEPTED? Document is Satisfactory to-Bowen and Signature is Given. Great Britain's protocol has been formally accepted by Mr. Bowen for Venezuela. The German and Italian conventions are still undergoing revision, but assurances are given in authoritative quarters that they eventually will be made to conform in all essential respects to that of the British ambassador. Owing to the illness of the British ambassador, Mr. Bowen called at the embassy Tuesday and personally signified his approval of the agreement of the ambassador. He then presented his formal note of acceptance and it has been cabled to the London foreign office. Further Horrors of Wreck in Arizons Made Known by Investigation. The coroner's jury empanelled at Tucson, Ariz., by Coroner Culver viewed the remains of fourteen victims of Wednesday's disaster on the Southern Pacific near Valls station. Identification was difficult and only one body was identified with certainty. Other remains are being taken from the rulns. The total number of dead thus far reported is twenty-four, and it is now believed that the fatalities will numb her not less than thirty-five. The Savannah Tribune. THE senate committee on commerce at its session on Thursday passed negatively on the nomination of Dr. Crum as Collector of Charleston. In speaking about the erection of a new school building for colored children the afternoon paper says that there are two thousand of them without accommodation, yet there is no pressing need for another building. This is a case where it is blind to justice. THE Governor of Georgia defines Americanism as Caucasianism. That definition became obsolete about thirty-eight years ago. Where would King Cotton and Lord Hog and Duke Hominy be at the South without the labor of Americans of a dusky hue?—N. Y. World. EVERY colored persons who has any money deposited in the sayings bank that is discriminating, as to races should draw every penny out and deposit same in some other bank Several individuals and institutions have done so. Let others follow. No one should give an insult with impunity. THERE is much lawlessness in Coffee County. Two white men killed and wounded several colored persons on Saturday night last. The muders are well-known but have not been arrested for their murderous crime. If the sheriff of Coffee county is afraid to do his duty the governor should appoint one who will. But it is only Negroes that are concerned and of them it makes no difference. THE following clipping from the New York World was kindly given us by a friend. It speaks for itself. The address was delivered in New York by Rev. Mitchell, who is principal of a school at Allendale, S.C. It show the Rev. Mitchell to be a Benedict Arnold. He should be repudiated by his patrons and caused to seek other climee. Such Negroes as he are dangerous and do much harm to the race. He is undoubtedly a seeker after dollars and notoriety and proves that a "little learning is a dangerous thing": "The present generation of growing up Negroes are hopeless. You waste your time if you try to save them; they are too far gone. "But don't give the Negro Greek and Latin. Teach him how to plough and to drive a nail. Too much education isn't good for him. Take a Negro boy in one of the typical Negro home and educate him and you make him a worse man than he would ever have have. You simply educate the worst part of his nature. "The only way to save him is to take him out of his home and put him to wholesome surroundings. If you leave him with his mother and educate him at the same time you make make him worse. "The mothers are a low lot. Can you wonder that the children grow up to wickedness and immorality? You must take them from their mothers and put them in schools like mine, to read and write and to be Christian. "That disfranchisement law was the best thing ever done for them, because it makes them work to get $350 worth of property so they can vote. I don't like the reading and writing clause, but I do feel glad that Mr. Tillman had that law passed. I call him the modern Balaam, because everything he does to curse our race turns into a blessing." Nor only is there a constant increase in the number of white illiterates in the Southern states but the number of colored illiterates is also, contrary to the general opinion, growing larger from year to year. A comparison of the statistics of 1870 and 1900 shows that only in Virginia, North Carolina, Kentucky and Tennessee was a d crease in the number of illiterate colored men twenty-two years old and over in these three decades, while in the eight states of South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, Texas and Arkansas there were 130,345 more illiterates of this class in 1900 and 1870. The figures for the several states as follows: Decrease: Virginia, 21,144; North Carolina, 1,180; Kentucky, 899; Tennessee, 2,542. Increase: South Carolina, 12,788; Georgia, 25,159; Florida, 7,365; Alabama, 16,980; Misaissippi, 24,520; Louisiana, 13,650; Texas, 14,509; Arkansas, 15,373. The total increase for these twelve Southern states was 104,580. The increase in the number of illiterate native born whites males of voting again the same states was 175,883, making a grand total increase of 280,463 illiterate men of voting age in the thirty years. And this has been a period of public schools—a period of warfare against illiteracy. The idea of democracy, following the law of self-preservation, is the extermination of illiteracy. If there is no true freedom— no hope of a perpetuity of democratic government except in universal intelligence, then is an appeal to our patriotism; a call for an unselfish union of effort until the increase of illiteracy is checked and education becomes universal.—Southern Educational Notes. College Dots. The dairy is in operation. Prof. F. H. Cardoze of Tuskegee has charge. More than 8600 worth of apparatus has been purchased. Possibly no school in the south has a better equipped dairy. Every thing is first-class. Prof. Cardozo takes pleasure in showing visitors how his machines are manipulated. Over seventy are now taking the course. A few northern tourists visited the college last week. They expressed themselves as highly pleased at the character of the work done and the correlation of the literary and industrial subject. The Farmers Conference is now occupying the attention of the collegians. General Program: Wednesday February 26, 8:30 to 12:15, Regular school work; 2:30 to 3:30, Meeting of conference delegates; 4:00 to 5:00, Woman's conference; 8:00, general mass-meeting. Several prominent women have been invited to speak at both of these meetings, Friday February 17th. 8:30 to 12:15, Regular school work; 2:30 to 3:30, meeting of college presidents and heads of schools; 4 to 5, Men's meeting; 8 General, Mass-meeting. At both the afternoon meetings there will be an open forum in which all who desire can make short speeches of two or three minutes. The students have taken hold of the preparation work with zeal and enthusiasm. They are compiling some very valuable statistics pertaining to the condition of our people. The enrollment is over four hundred. Ministers Union. "Oh God our help in ages past," echoed the voice of Rev. E. G. Gatlin as he read No. 377 hymn which was sung in conducting the devotional services on Tuesday morning, and after reading the lesson from 2 Tim. 1:1-10, a few verses of the hymn "Nearer my God to Thee," was sung. Whereupon the president Rev. F. R. Syms announced the regular order which included the usual friendly criticism over the devotional exercises, and which was passed upon by Rev. R. H. Singleton, Rev. Jas. Jackson and Rev. C. W. Newton. Considerable discussion arose over a question of "privilege" by Rev. Gatlin which was finally disposed of on a point of order in the form of a parliamentary inquiry submitted by Rev. Newton, the chair having sustained the point of order. Among our earliest teachings, we learn that the relation of "cause and effect" existed and that events occur because of this relation in the established order of sequence. Were it not so and if we were still ignorant of the facts of its logical environment and environment, we would have been unable to tell whether the nutritive properties of food are found in bread or arsenic, and this is not exclusively the teachings of philosophy, as it had been so slippantly contended hitherto; for we find that it is as much needed in the pulpit to-day as it is in the college and lecture room—secum dum artem. Especially since it is much easier for a man to pretend to be what he is not, than for him to hide what he really is, even though he may be among the "many who have done wonderful works," only to find that "I never knew you," and the inference is that while of course God must know all men as "creatures," yet he does not and will not know "many" as "preachers" (or ministers) in the sense of having been rightly called or chosen to the work, in which case the unprecedented array of forensic dissertations and matchless coquence of Revs. R. H. Singleton, G. L. Word, D. S. Wells, C. W. Newton, R. M. S. Taylor and J. A. Hadley, like the flashing coruscations of the northern lights suggesting ideas and resemblances according to the power of each observer's fancy, have sufficiently demonstrated the importance of a united effort among all believers in Christ. Sermonic reports as follows: Rev. G. L. Word reported a sermon from Matt. 13:33, subject "The Leaven," which the deplorable influence on the part of many Christians to learn more about the kingdom of heaven, in contrast with the children attending the public schools in which they are being instructed in, all matters pertaining to their national domain, was brought to view in fine ethics, and illustrated under several classical divisions and sub-divisions bearing the stamp of resourceful erudition and powerful delivery. Rev. James Jackson reported a sermon from Isa. 40:10-11, subject "The coming of the strong and tender God-Man," showing the character and modus operand, in the coming of our Lord, with omnipotence, justice and mercy. Rev. J. A. Hadley reported a sermon from Matt. 14:30, subject "Peter's desire to go to Jesus," and Jesus says, "come." Peter in attempting to go loses faith and begins to sink, and is rescued by Jesus. The sermon as briefly outlined presented a spiritual feast to the thirsty soul. Rev. S. O. Powell, also reported a sermon M thew 11:29:30, subject "Christ invites the world," which was a powerful exposition of the Christian's life and character. Several others reported interesting sermons including-Revs. O. W. Newton, H. R. Ellis and W. B. Berrien for which neither time or space will permit a proper review, for this report. Rev. E. D. Mitchell was admitted into membership of the Union. Many visitors were present as almost on every occasion. Rev J. W. Roberts reported the sudden illness of his wife at her home in Albany, and he took the next train for that city, but left "Dear Ezra" in charge of the secretary, as usual. Having accepted the special club rate offered by Col. Sol. C. Johnson, editor of THE TURBUNE, most of the ministers will hand their subscription to the secretary on next Tuesday morning.—E. Jonathan Nelson, Secretary. Installation Services. On Sunday evening last installation services were held in the Montgomery Baptist church. Rev. John W. Hill of Springfield church, at Augusta, Ga., was regularly installed as pastor. Rev. Dr. M J. Maddox, President of the Savannah Baptist Academy, preached a very able and eloquent installation sermon, and gave charges to pastor and church. The services were well attended and the audience showed great appreciation of the gospel. Rev. Hill begins his pastorate under very encouraging surroundings and gives promise of a satisfactory career. The people seemed drawn to him very tenderly. St. Philip's Dots. The congregation was not very large on Sunday morning on account of the inclement weather. Rev. Newton preached a good sermon; his discourse was an excellent one. Text was Ruth 14:1, subject "Giving up all for God." At S p m. Rev. Newton delivered a discourse to the Tinners' Union. His text was from Peter 2:16. The discussion to the union was very good, the whole congregation being benefited thereby. The union presented the church and pastor quite a neat sum. At the resent bazaar given by the church the following prizes are awarded : To Olympia Lodge K. of P. for turning out with the largest number of members. $5.00 in gold ; the Brotherhood Union turning out with the largest number of members as a civic society, $5.00 in gold ; to Mrs. C. L. White for the highest amount raised by books, which was $10.50, a fine chiffonier ; to Mrs. L. Hoolbrooks for second highest amount, $10.10, a fine lamp, Mr. A. W. White, the chairman of the bazaar, and the pastor and members of the church desire to return their thanks to the friends and public who assisted and patronized the bazaar so liberally. The amount raised by the bazaar is something like $240.00, and when all returns are in it will be more. The usual services will be held on Sunday. First A. B. Church. Notwithstanding the fact that the weather was inclement, the Sunday school was well attended last Sunday. The school is prospering and new scholars are added each Sunday. Prof. J. C. Ross and I. M. Jackson are exerting every energy to make the work a grand success. A fine audience greeted Dr. Carr at 11 a.m. The doctor discussed the subject "Christ Receiving Sinners" to the delight of all present The sermon was powerful. The B. Y. P. U. has been re-organized and meets at 7 p.m. It is largely attended. Mr. J. Augustus Snyder deserves much credit for its success. At 6 p.m. a large audience assembled. Dr. Carr preached from the subject "Honesty the Principle of Success." It was simplified and successfully presented. It was a rich treat. To-morrow at 11 a. m., Dr. Carr will preach from the subject "Divine Omnipotence." At 8 p. m. he will preach a special sermon from the subject, "Lucifer, Son of the Morning." Protracted meeting is going on and you are invited to aid us in this great work. Baptist Union. The Baptist Ministers' Union met on Monday, Dr. J. J Durham, D. D. vice president, pressed. The devotional exercises were conducted by Rev. P. Holmes. Sermonic reports as follows: Rev. II. L. Haywood, Heb. 11:7, subject "Christ our Ark."; Rev. J. W. Carr, D. D., 2 Cor. subject "Honesty the propersion to success"; Rev. P. Holmes, Matt. 14:31, subject "The need of Faith"; Rev. W. Barren, 2 Cor. 11:22, subject "Communion"; Rev. R. Kemp, John 22:15, subject "God's care for the young of His flock"; Rev. A. B. Butler, John 6:16, subject "The honor of Faith"; Rev. M. J. Maddox, 2 Cor. 2:14, subject "Leadership"; Rev. T. M. Williamson made a report of his anniversary and thanked the brethren for their hospitality. Rev. J. B. Collier was admitted to membership in the union. Rev. Word, pastor of St. Paul, C. M. E. Church was introduced to the union. Union Baptist Church. The services of the Union Baptist church have been extremely grand. The church has been crowded at oca service. Not being able to seat the people, the members are now rallying to build a new church which is very necessary. On last Friday evening quite a solemn service was held at our church. Mrs. Gracie Parker who had been a member of the church forty years departed this life, also Mr. Robert Bateman. Services were held to their memory in the church at the same time, which was very sad. The Sunday school is in nice order composed of five classes, also the B. Y. P. U. is very grand indeed. The services are very interesting. It has a very large membership. Last Sunday the pasor preached from Heb. 11-7 subject, "Christ our Ark." At night he spoke from Dan. 2:44 subject "The Kingdom of Christ." Sunday morning at 11 o'clock Rev. H. L. Haywood will preach at South Valley church at Pooler. Ga., of which he is pastor. He will preach from John 9:4 subject "Activeness in the services of Christ." At this service the Lord's supper will be administered. At night the pastor will preach at the above named church, from the Isa. 58:1 subject "The pulpit and Sin." The public is cordially invited to the services. Bolton Street Church. The services on Sunday were quite interesting. At 11 o'clock, a. m., the pastor, Rev. T. M. Williamson B. D., preached a strong and convincing sermon, on "Energy and Perseverance." The Sunday school was well attended at 3:30 p. m. At night Rev. Williamson's subject was "The marriage feast." It is hoped that the revival next month will be highly interesting and that many souls will be added to the church. On to-morrow morning, Rev. Williamson will preach on "The Glory of the church." At night, his subject will be, "Christ effecting peaceful relations, between heaven and earth." You are invited to attend each service. Second Baptist Church. Services last Sunday were good and the attendance afternoon and night was large. At 11 a. m. the pastor, Dr. Durham, preached a great and powerful sermon from Acts 18:9-10 subject "Divine assurance and encouragement". At 3:30 p.m., the Lord's supper was administered to a large number of communicants. At 8 p. m., the Electa Chapter No.1., Order of the Eastern Star, a female branch of the Masonic order was present in a body and the pastor delivered a most eloquent sermon in which he paid a high compliment to woman from Judges 4:8 subject "Some distinguished women and their work". After which Mrs P. J. Bryant of Atlanta, President of the Woman's Baptist State Convention of Georgia addressed the large and appreciative audience on the missionary and educational work of the Baptist women of Georgia. The address was instructive inspiring and helpful. Next Monday night the Armstrong Brothers will give one of their great humorous and scientific entertainments in the lecture room of the church. The Armstrong Brothers are the greatest Negro magicians and entertainers now before the public. They perform some of the most wonderful acts, such as mind reading, sitting with back to the audience blind folded and telling the name and age of any person in the audience, whether single or married and a great many other things that astonish their audiences, and make them almost laugh themselves to death. Come early and get a good seat admission ten cents. The church will give a five or ten nights entertainments beginning Monday night the 23rd. The object of this entertainment is two fold. First for the social benefit of the members and friends of the church by bringing them together in social intercourse. Second for the benefit of the church in financial way All the members and friends of the church are expected to take an active interest in this entertainment and thus make it a grand success both ways. On to-morrow night the pastor will deliver a sermon of special interest on the subject "The unity of the human race" Taking into consideration the fact that much is being said at this time about different races, and the fact that some are even writing books to prove that the Negro did not descend from Adam, but that he sprang from some beast. A sermon on this subject by one so well able to handle it as Dr. Durham, can not fail to be of special interest to every intelligent member of the race. We were glad to note the presence of Mrs. Frances M. McHardy, wife of Deacon McHardy, at church last Sunday. On account of ill health, she has not been able to attend church, before In about eight months. Mysterious Circumstance. One was pale and sallow and the other fresh and rosy. Whence the difference? She who is blushing with health uses Dr. King's New Life-Pills to maintain it. By gently arousing the lazy organs they compel good digestion and head off constipation. Try them. Only 25c at Knight's Pharmacy Co. Prince of Entertainers. Messrs J. Hartford and Thomas L. Armstrong, familiarly known as the Armstrong Bros., gave one of their wonderful exhibitions at the Jenkins Orphanage on last Thursday night to a large representative crowd. First they are to be commended for the refined nature of their entertainment. It puzzles one to see how quickly they can transform a really into a unreality, and vice versa. The great Mind Reader, the writer's opinion, holds a place in the front ranks of the world's acknowledged mind readers. Accuracy is the key to his established ability and efficiency. The Armstrong Bros. made an everlasting impression upon the minds of the most fastidious men, women and children of this city, so until they seemed reluctant to part with those who afforded so much fun and merriment at an unusually dull season of the year. The Armstrong Bros, are scholarly polished, jocular and courteous and at once won the respect of the community—Charleston Messenger A Most Fatal Gift. Would be the power of foreseeing events. This would destroy hope. A knowledge of the future would unmake happiness. There are, of course, some things about the future we do know. If for an instance a lack of energy, ambition or loss of appetite shows itself we know it will be followed by serious complaints if not checked. Often Liver and Kidney trouble follow quickly. In any event Electric Bitter will restore you to health. It strengthens, builds up and invigorates rundown systems Only 50c. Satisfaction guaranteed Knight's Pharmacy Co. ELIZABETH GRANT, 1829-1902. On Friday morning, Feb. 1, 1902, one of the most beautiful lives that ever lived finished its mission on earth and departed for that bighter world above, on the other side of Jordan, in the sweet fields of Eden where the tree of life is blooming, there to meet the God that gave it and to account for its stewardship on earth. To say that she was a noble woman, a consistent Christian, a devoted mother, is to say the least. Few women, and especially colored women, lived a more useful life and transacted business on a larger scale. She kept for a long time the only hotel on Doboy Island, Mefntoh County, Georgia, in the early seventies, when Negroes had a splendid opportunity to accumulate wealth and in the whole country and in the business world of Savannah, her name was a synonym for industry, and worth. Her signature attached to a large order for groceries and dry goods, and to a check on several of the leading banks was sufficient. Failing health forced her to sell out her business and return to Savannah where she lived a secluded life and educated her children on the means accumulated in her more active days. Three of her seven children survive her, Mrs. Elm Williams, Mrs. Annie Hill, and President B. F. Allen of Missouri State College for Negroes at Jefferson City, Mo. "Her life was gentle and the elements so mixed in her that all nature could stand up and say. Here is a woman!" "Sleep sweetly, tender heart in peace, Sleep, holy spirit, blessed soul, While the stars burn, the moons increase And the great ages onward roll." Waldorf Cafe. Don't fail to visit the Waldorf Cafe. The neatest, cleanest and best Restaurant for colored people in Savannah. 236 West Broad St Private dining rooms for ladies. If you desire first class steam laundry work, then call up the Peerless Steam Laundry Co. Bell 'phone 1675 'Good work and prompt delivery, our motto. For Hire. The Young, Men and Young Ladies Christian Club announces that their hall on Russell street, near Cemetery, is for rent for meetings and entertainments. They have a piano and a comfortable hall. The rent is cheap. Parties desiring the use of this hall can apply to H. B. Wright, chairman of the Trustee Board. Dr. E. D. Bulkley, "THE DENTIST," 220 East Broad Street, Corner Hull Street. Nothing but the Best. Keep Your Bowels Strong. Constipation or diarrhoea when your bowels are out of order. Cascarets Candy Cathartic will make them act naturally. Genuine tablets stamped C. C. C. Never sold in bulk. All drugsets, xc Money to Loan On Real Estate and other security, to be repaid in easy monthly installments. Business Strictly Private. THE WAGE EARNERS LOAN AND INVESTMENT COMPANY. 20 State Street, West. HENRY A. MACBETH, Attorney and Counselor at Law 109 Drayton Street, Savannah, Ga. Practice in all the Courts, Federal and State. Notary Public in office. Pension papers examined. SEABOARD AIR LINE RAILWAY —TO THE— North, East, South and West. The best rates to all EASTERN CITIES, FLORIDA POINTS, SAVANNAH, AMERICUS, FITZGERALD, COLUMBUS, ALBANY, MONTGOMERY, MOBILE, NEW ORLEANS, —the South and South-west. Through PULLMAN CARS TO NEW YORK. CAFE CARS scerving meals a la carte. For detailed information, liter ture time tables, rates, etc., apply to app agents of the SEABOARD AIR 1 UNE RAILWAY or to Southern Railway. Trains arrive and depart Savannah on 80th meridian time—one hour slower than city time. Daily ex Su No. 32 Daily No. 24 No. 30 Lv Savannah (C. T.) 4.30p 12.55p 12.28a Ar Blackville (E. T.) 8.03p 4.35p 4.15a Ar Columbia 9.30p 6.00a Ar Charlotte 12.33a 9.20p 9.55a Ar Greenboro 2.43a 11.54p 12.60a Ar Danville 3.45a 12.57a 2.05a Ar Norfolk 9.55a 10.40a Ar Richmond 6.55a 6.25p Ar Lynchburg 5.50a 4.64a 4.17p Ar Charlotteville 7.32a 4.35a 6.10p Washington 10.16a 7.40a 6.15p Baltimore 11.25a 8.58a 11.25p Philadelphia 1.36p 11.12a 2.66a New York 4.13p 1.43p 6.12a Ar Boston 8.20p 2.00p TO THE NORTH AND WEST Lv Savannah (Central Time) - 12.25 a.m Ar Columbia (Eastern Time) - 6.00 a.m Spartanburg - 10.60 a.m Asheville (Cent. Time) - 12.60 a.m Hot Springs - 2.87 p.m Ar Knoxville - 5.00 p.m Ar Lexington - 5.55 p.m Cincinnati - 8.15 a.m Ar, Louisville - 6.30 a.m Ar St. Louis - 6.36 p.m TO THE WEST VIA JESUP. Daily ex M. No.31 Daily Daily No.29 No.23 Lv Sav'h C. Timei 10.15a 6.15a 8.15p Ar Maco - - 3.50p 1.30p 3.00a Ar Atlanta - - 6.10p 4.10p 5.7a Ar Birmingham - - - 8.55a 10.45a Ar Memphis - - - 7.54a 8.08p Ar Kansas City - - - 7.00a 9.40a Ar Chattanooga - - 10.45p 9.50p 9.46a Ar Memphis - - - 8.20a Ar Cincinnati - - 7.55a 8.15a 7.30p Ar Louisville - - 10.35a 10.15a 8.15p Ar St. Louis - - - 7.32a 7.32a Trains arrive Savannah as follows: No. 29, daily, from New York, Washington, Richmond and Cincinnati, 5:10 a.m. No. 31, daily except Monday, from New York and Washington, 10:10 a.m. No. 33, daily from New York and Washington, 3:05 p. m. No. 30, daily, from all points west, via Jesup, 12:20 a.m. No. 32, daily except Sunday, from all points west via Jesup, 4:75 p. m. No. 34, daily, from all points west, via Jesup, 12:50 p. m. All trains arrive and depart from the Union Depot BROUGH CARS SERVICE, ETC Trains 32, 32, the SOUTHERN'S PALM LIMITED, Superb and solid Pullman train between St. Augustine and New York, compose a Compartment, Observation, Library and Drawing room Sleeping Cars. Dining Cars serve all meals enroute. Trains 31 connects at Jasper with the famous CHICAGO AND FLORIDA SPECIAL OF the Southern Railway, which carries through Pullman Drawing room Sleeping Cars to Louisville, Cincinnati, Chicago, Detroit, Cleveland and Pittburg, Palm 33 and 34. NEW YORK AND FLORIDA EXPRESS, Vestibulated limited training with Pullman Drawingroom Sleeping Cars between Savannah and New York. Connects at Washington with Colonial Express, Boston. Pullman Sleeping Cars between Charlotte and Richmond and Charlotte and Norfolk. Dining Cars serve all meals between Savannah and New York. Trains 33 and 34 connect at Jesup with through Pullman Drawing-room Sleeping Cars operated from and to Kansas City via Birmingham, and from and to Cincinnati via Chattanooga. Trains 29 and 30, THE WASHINGTON ANNEX FLORIDA LIMITED, Vestibulated limited cars, carrying Pullman Drawing-room Sleeping Cars between Savannah and New York. Pulling Cars serve all meals between Savannah and Washington. Also Pullman Drawing-room Sleeping Cars between Savannah and Cincinnati, through Ashville, and "The Land of the Sky." For information as to rates, schequies, etc., apply to C. H. ACKERT, G. M. H. WARDICK, G. P. A., Washington, D. C. W. H. TAYLOE, A. G. P. A., Atlanta Ga. The Savannah Tribune. SATURDAY FEBRUARY 14, 1903. Miss Lizzie Patterson who has been on the sick list, at this writing is much improved. Miss F. Lovett, who spent the last six months in New York returned home last week. Miss Ruth A. Richards arrived in the city on Sunday morning last from New York to attend the funeral of her daughter, Miss. Georgia Burke. After spending several weeks very pleasantly in the city, and visiting her sister at Jacksonville, Fla., Mrs. Ellen Rahn left on Tuesday for Boston, Mass. Capt. John Starr has been spending the past few days at his home on east Gaston street, with the "gripp" as his guest, but we are glad to state that he is out again. Co. C, under command of Capt. Law, celebrated Lincoln's birthday by a short parade, after which they attended the unveiling of the monument to the late Lieut. Peter Alexander. Rev. Lillard will conclude his talks on Paul's Missionary Journeys to-morrow evening. A large congregation greeted him last Sunday evening and every one was interested in what he said. There will be an important meeting of the Woman's Mission Band of the Second Baptist church after the morning service to-morrow. The President requests that every member be present. Misfit and uncalled for Suits at half price. Misfit Parlor 118 Whitaker street. Dr. Whaley's talk at the Forum at the First Congregational church on Sunday afternoon, was well received by all who heard it. The program for to-morrow afternoon will be good. Everybody is welcomed. Hon. J B Bascombe of Robertsville, S. C., one of THE TRIBUNE's staunch friends, was in to see us on Monday. He is the head of the Bascombe family, the members of which have attained much prominence in their state. We are sorry to announce the death of Mr. Abraham Simmons which occurred on Saturday last. Besides a widow he Iaves four children, one of them being Mrs. Alexander Houston. The remains were taken to Beaufort to be intered on Sunday. Do you wear Pants? We make 'em. Misfit Parlor 11S Whitaker street. Rev. M. T. Robinson, the popular pastor of the A. M. E. church at Jesup, Ga., was in the city last week and came in to see us. Rev. Robinson is an earnest and faithful pastor and well-liked by all who know him. He has recently had some trouble by the unjust arrest of his son, Mr. Geo. Robinson. After his arrest it was found out that he was innocent of the charge, yet was kept in prison for sixteen days afterward. The reverend is now seeking redress for the wrong inflicted and in this his friends hope that he will succeed. In Social Circles. Mrs. A. P. Robinson very pleasantly entertained at her home 514 Maple street, on Friday afternoon of last week, The Married Ladies Pleasure Club and their guests with a five o'clock Tea, assisted by Mrs. M. E. Howard. The games of cards were very much enjoyed as was the trio sung by Mrs. M. Cannal, Mrs. F. Greene and Mrs. Inman, also the music rendered by Miss L. R. Wilson The guests were: Mrs. F. Johnson, Mesdames, G. Thompson, C. Guyton, J. Edwards, S. H. Fraser, L. Williams, Misses L. Brown, N. Rahn, L. R. Wilson. On Wednesday afternoon last Miss L. R Wilson entertained very pleasantly a few friends at her residence, on west Henry street. All kinds of games and dancing were indulged in and a jolly time in general was had by each one present, all of whom voted Miss Wilson as being an excellent entertainer. Among those present were: Mrs A. P. Robinson, Mrs. M. D'Antignac, Mrs. Carrie Heywood, Mrs Marguerite Johnson, Mrs. Katie Richards, Mrs. A. L. Williams, Mrs. Maggie Richards, Mrs. Lizzie O'Pryor, Mrs Lizzie Biggins, Mrs. Rosa Williams, Mrs. Sophia Frazier of New York; Mrs. Catherine Edwards, Miss Julia Richards, Miss Leny Dorsey, Miss Annie Wooord, Miss Lizzie Brown, of New York; Miss Ada Miller, Miss V. Haynes, Miss F. Lovett, Miss F. Wilson, Miss R. Graham; Messrs. D. Wayne, H. Scott, F. Lovett, E. D. Collins, W. Wilson, L. Williams, T. Campbell, A. L. Williams, J. Eubanks, W. G. Wilson. Nearly Forfeits His Life. A runaway almost ending fatally, started a horrible ulcer on the leg of J. B. Orner, Franklin, Grove, Ill. For years it defied all doctors and all remedies. But Bucklen's Arnica Salve had no trouble to cure him. Equally good for Burns, Bruises, Skin Eruptions and Pilda. 25c at Knight's Pharmacy Co. Three Years Old. An event of unusual and unique character was the entertainment given by the Frances E. W. Harper Literary and Social Circle in honor of its third anniversary Friday evening, at the home of Mr. and Mrs. P. E. Perry on east Henry street. The guests were entertained in the early part of the evening with a program which was as follows: Song by the Circle..... Far away Paper..... Mrs. M. Jones Select Reading..... Miss L. H. Jones Violin Solo..... Mr. P. E. Perry Duet..... Mrs. J. Anderson, Miss E. Carr Recitation..... Mrs. D. Bulkley Solo..... Miss G. Hurd Select Reading..... Mrs Harper Piano Duet..... The Misses Hendrickson, Each part was well rendered and the spacious parlors of the hostess rang with the hearty applause of the appreciative guests. Shortly after, the members and guests filed into an upper room where covers were laid for thirty-nine. After being seated each one in turn received a short quotation, Shakespeare being the favorite author. The anniversary feast was spread in grand style. Those present were: Miss C. E. Lewis, Miss G. A. Hurd, Mrs. J. Anderson, Misses L. H. Jones, Florence and Constance Hendrickson, Mr. and Mrs. P. E. Perry, Dr. and Mrs. L. S. Parks, Mr. and Mrs. E. D. Patterson, Mr. and Mrs. Johnson, Mrs. and Miss Carr, Dr. and Mrs. Williams, Dr. and Mrs. E. J. Bulkley, Dr. P. E. Love, Dr. Blackman, Mr. and Mrs. Andrews, Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Mitchell, Mr. and Mrs. Harper, Mrs. Olivia Mitchell, Messrs L. S. Reed and J. H. Hopkins, Prof. Thompson, Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Jones, Misses L. Bowman, and A. Hamilton, Mrs. N. Reynolds, Mr. and Mrs. Cooper. 28th.. Anniversary. On Tuesday evening last was the 28th, anniversary of Myrtle Lodge 1663, G. U. O. of O. F. It was observed in a manner that reflected great credit upon the members. The hall was beautifully lighted, and decorated with evergreen and lace curtains. Brief literary exercises were held consisting of music and addresses on the advancement of the lodge and order by P. G. M. John McIntosh of Armour Lodge No. 1884 and P. G. M., Jno. H. Baldwin of Myrtle Lodge; both of which were received with much applause. The speakers were introduced by N. G. W. W. Williams of Myrtle Lodge. At the conclusion of the exercises the members with their guests numbering about two hundred were turned over to P. N. F., Jas. A. Walker who headed the grand march for supper. It has been voted that during the twenty-eight years of Myrtle Lodge's history no annual celebration has surpassed this one. Mr. Thomas W. Read, chairman of the committee of arrangements associated with his committee, Meadames L. Reed, R. M. Baldwin, F. Johnson, J. Johnson, D. J. Heard; Juveniles, Master Floyd Reed and Miss Mamie Johnson. The arrangements won for them the plaudits of all present. Young Life Ended. Miss Georgia Burke died on Wednesday of last week after being seriously sick for several weeks. The funeral took place on Sunday afternoon last from the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Richards on west Henry street. The funeral was deferred to this date on account of waiting for the arrival of the deceased mother, Miss Ruth A. Richards, who now resides in New York. The funeral was largely attended by the friends of the deceased and the services were conducted by Rev. W. L. P. Weston. Miss Burke was twenty-four years of age and was well liked by all who knew her. During her illness she was tenderly cared for by her uncle and aunt with whom she lived. The bereaved family has the sympathy of friends. Died in Macon. Mrs. Eliza Hammond, mother of Mrs. M. M. Roberts of this city, died on the 29, ult., in Macon, and she was buried the following Sunday. Her death was very sudden. It occurred while on her way from church service. She was an active member of the Cotton Avenue Baptist Church. Her funeral was largely attended and the tribute paid to her memory by her pastor, Rev Forbes, was beautiful and touching. Mrs. Hammond left a husband, two daughters, a son, several grand children and a host of friends to mourn her death. Received His Commission. Col. John H. Daveaux has received his commission from Gov. Terrell as commander of all of the colored troops of the state. The colonel has been in command of the 1st. Battalion for nearly twenty years. To him the credit for the present organization of the military in the state is due. At the recent election the officers of the various companies being aware of the service that he has rendered and is capable of rendering, unanimously reelected him as their commander. Capt. J. I. Washington of Beaufort, spent several days in the city. Coming Events in The Social World. The Mutual Social Club will give a ten nights bazaar at their hall, McAllister street and Oglethorpe Ave., beginning Monday night Feb. 16. The public installation and dance of Charles Sumner Lodge, No. 87. K. of P., will occur at Harris street hall hall night March 2. Admission 25 cents. The Hyacinth Aid and Social Club will give its 7th annual dance at Harris street hall on Tuesday night Feb. 17. Admission 50 cents double 75 cents To enjoy yourself hugely attend the five nights fete to be given at Morse's hall, by the Twilight Reapers Athletic Club, beginning Monday night Feb. 16th. Admission 10 cents. The seventh semi-annual ball of the Evening Call Aid and Social Club will be attraction at Harris street hall, Tuesday evening Feb. 24th. Admission, single 35 cents, double 50 cents. The Young Ladies Independent Circle will give their seventh annual dance at Harris street hall, Monday evening Feb. 23. Oriental orchestra and refreshments will be on hand. Admission single 35 cts, double 50 cents. There will be a grand ten nights pink bazaar given by the Ladies and Gentleman of Union Club No. 4, at Odd-Fellows Hall, Duffy street commencing Feb. 16th, and continuing until Feb. 27. Admission 10 cents, season ticket 35 cents. They Are Here! The Armstrong Brothers, America's foremost colored magicians and scientific entertainers, introducing American, European and Oriental chemical, mechanical and electrical musical acts. To see them is to laugh. The Armstrong Brothers bear an almost national reputation as America's greatest scientific entertainers. Crowded houses greeted this sterling attraction in every city. This is the schedule of the engagements to be filled by the Armstrong Brothers: Monday and Tuesday nights, Feb. 9-10, St. Johns Baptist church. Wednesday night Feb 11, Bethel A. M. b. church. Wednesday night Feb. 18, Beth-Eden Baptist church. Thursday night Feb 19, St. James A. M. E. church. Friday night Feb. 20, Bethel A. M. E. church (return engagement.) Monday night Feb. 23, St. Phillips Monumental A. M. E. church, New street. Wednesday night Feb. 25, St. Philip, A. M. E. church, Charles street. Admission 10 All 10 Cents. Tragedy Averted. "Just in the nick of time our little boy was saved" writes Mrs. W. Watkins of Pleasant City, Ohio. "Pneumonia had played sad havoc with him and a terrible cough set in besides. Doctors treated him, but he grew worse every day. At length we tried Dr. King's New Discovery for Consumption, and our darling was saved. He's now sound, and well. Everybody ought to know it's the only sure cure for Coughs, Colds and all Lung diseases. Guaranteed by Knight's Pharmacy Co. Price 50c and $1.00. Trial Bottles free. Local Brevities. WHAT little things sometime cause a woman to change her daily routine. Armenia Lodge No. 1930, of Odd-Fellows will celebrate its 23d anniversary on Wednesday night next by a stag affair. Speeches and songs will be the order and a jolly time is anticipated. For board and lodging, call at No 529 East Gaston street. Good table board at reasonable rate. Everything neat and clean. Mrs. Katie L. Tucker, Proprietress, The soiree of the Orions Aid and Pleasure Club held on Tuesday night last, was quite a success and well attended by pleasure seekers who enjoyed themselves to their heart's content. This club is composed of some of the most popular and prominent young men of the city. They are noted for their maintenance of good order. Special Notice. Sir Knights of Crescent Lodge No. 2. K. of P. are earnestly requested to appear at their Castle Hall on Monday night Feb. 16 1903 at 8 o'clock. Business of importance Everything Fresh. Always call at Bowen & Bennett green grocers, corner Perry lane and Houston stree, where you can get a choice supply of specialties. Politeness and good weight is our motto. BOWEN & BENNETT L. S. REED. Buys, sells and exchanges real estate. Special attention given to the collection of rents. Loans negotiated—any amount $10.00 to $10000,00. L. S. Reed, 22 State Street, W. Ga'phone, 870. "If you want to know what smartly dressed men will wear this season, ask to see our styles. A Complete Stock to Select From. Latest Style. Best Fit. Why He Kissed the Mald. She was a dainty little maid that he kissed on the corner that night. She ran in the yard and up the steps as lightly as the butterfly passes from flower to flower. He always kissed her goodnight under the tree at the corner, because he liked to watch her trim little figure in its spotless clothes as she ran in the yard and up the steps. As she waited for the door to open she smiled back at him and said "And when we are married we will always have our washing done at the Peerless Steam Laundry, for they do the loveliest work in the city "And they did" 206 Park Ave Last. Bell Phone 1575. St. Stephen's Episcopal Church On Habersham street between Macon and Harris. Services.Sunday 11 a.m, and 8:00 p.m. Sunday school 3:0 p.m. Services on Wednesday night at 8:00. Strangers are always welcomed. — ev Richard Bright, Rector. Congregational Church. First C.I.orgational Church on Habersham street, Whitfield Square, Sunday School at 10 o'clock a.m. Church at 11 o'clock a.m. and 8 p.m. Tuesday, 8:03 p.m. Prayer-meeting. Thursday, 6 p.m. Teacher meeting for 4 and 4:55 p.m. Class for Boys and Girls. Missionary Meeting every third Monday in each month. All seats free Strangers welcome. THOS, B. LILLARD, Pastor. St. Paul Church, Maple St. Services every Sunday at 11 a.m. and 8 p.m.; Sunday School at 3 p.m.; Epworth League every Sunday evening from 7 to 8. All are cordially invited. Rev. G. L. Word. Pastor. is located at No. 524 Stewart street, west. He extends a cordial invitation to the public in passing to stop in and see him. Office hours 8 to 11 a.m; 2 to 5, and 5 to 8 p.m. 240 Barnard St., Savannah Ga Does all kind of high grade dental work of the best quality and workmanship. Gold crowns and bridge work. White Porcelain Pivot, and Gold Crowns mounted on the natural roots. Gold Fillings, Cement Fillings, and Silver or Amalgam Fillings, from nine to a full set of teeth $7.00 and $8.00. Broken Plates mended and teeth added to old ones for a small cost. All Gold Crowns Guaranteed 23 1-2 K. Gold. Who is Your Barber? One visit to the Perry's Tonsorial Parlor,'303 Drayton St., will convince you that his shop is the swellest in the city. He employs expert artists, uses clean towels, the best soap and tonics. Polite attention. Perfect satisfaction. FIVE SHARES, AT $5.00 PER SHARE, COST.....$25.00. FIRST PAYMENT, One Dollar DOWN ON EACH SHARE.....$ 5.00. BALANCE DUE THE COMPANY.....$20.00. BALANCE DUE THE COMPANY. This may be paid at the rate of TWO DOLLARS per month, or as much more as the shareholder may elect to pay. Larger amounts of stock may be paid on above terms. All stock paid up to JULY 19 will participate in the annual dividend, which will be according to present success anywhere from 7 to 10 per cent. MERCANTILE The mercantile feature is on a sound basis and as we are in the commercial center of the country we are in a position to cooperate with all parts of the town on New York office will buy and sell in that town all cities where enough stockholders can be procured to support them; and in this way the company will secure to stockholders the profit of their own consumption and open the doors of labor to our unemployed. REALTY Since there is no place like home and since we will buy the land, we build to suit your state (have our own land) and pay for same on easy monthly installation. Our interest you to write or call and get all information relative to the master. We confine our operations to no particular town or city; neither does the style of house make any material difference. Our terms are liberal. Our plans are practical—the best and safest ever offered the Home Seeker. For further particular ADDRESS: THE SOUTHERN RAILWAY The Great Highway of TRADE and TRAVEL THROUGH THE SOUTHERN STATES. Excellent Service Quick Time Convenient Schedules Any Trip is a Pleasure Trip to those who Travel via THE SOUTHERN RAILWAY. The Finest Dining-Car Service in the World. For detailed information as to Tickets, Rates and Sleeping-Car reservations address the nearest Agent of THE SOUTHERN RAILWAY. W. A. TURR, Passenger Traffic Manager WASHINGTON, D. C. S. H. HARDWICK, General Passenger Agent. WASHINGTON, D. C. W. H. TAYLOE, Assistant Corp. Passenger Agent. ATLANTA, GA. AT PRICES TO SUIT. Complete Stock to Select Latest Style. Best Fit. Girls in Ladies Department Bathing For Boys and Chidren K. LEVY & B. HOW TO KEEP WELL. Eat the best meats. You can find this by visiting the OLD RELIABLE Stall No. 31; City Market. Beef, Veal and Mutton, And all kinds of game in season. Goods delivered promptly. F. F. JONES & SON. Both 'Phone 689. CAPITAL $ Metropolitan Mercantile Shares in it now on S FIVE SHARES. AT $5.00 PER SHARE, COS FIRST PAYMENT, One Dollar DOWN ON BALANCE DUE THE COMPANY. LOGAN'S WOOD & WASHING LIQUID CO. Solicitor for Leonard Iron & Metals Co. Pine Wood, Oak Wood, Light Wood. Guaranteed full load and good wood. Terms cash to everybody. Hall's Washing Liquid, The great labor saver of the age for Housekeeping and Wash Women. 50 per Quart, 150 per Gallon. W. H. LOGAN, Sole Agent, Perry and Randolph Streets SISTERS OF CHARITY Rely on Pe-ru-na to Fight Catarrh, Coughs, Colds and Grip. SISTER-BEATRIX. A letter recently received by Dr. Hartman from Sister Beatrix, 410 W. 30th street, New York, reads as follows: Dr. S. B. Hartman, Columbus, Ohio: Dear Sir:—"I cannot say too much in praise of Peruna. Eight bottles of it cured me of catarrh of the lungs of four years' standing, and I would not have been without it for anything. It helped several Sisters of coughs, and colds and I have yet to find one case of catarrh that it does not cure."—SISTER BEATRIX. Interesting Letters From Dr. S. B. Hartman, Bromo-Seltzer Promptly cures all Headaches In every country of the civilized world the Sisters of Charity are known. Not only do they minister to the spiritual and intellectual needs of the charges committed to their care, but they also minister to their bodily needs. With so many children to take care of and to protect from climate and disease, these wise and prudent Sisters have found Peruna a never-failing safeguard Dr Hartman receives many letters from Catholic Sisters from all over the United States. A recommend recently received from a Catholic institution in Detroit, Mich., reads as follows: Bromo Promptly Hea A "White Star" Buggy FREE On July 4th we will give, FREE, one of our "WHITE STAR" Top Buggies to the person composing the greatest number of English words from letters contained in the sentence: "WATCH THE WHITE STAR BUGGY." Anyone who will devote an hour each day to this pleasant study of the brave will win the surgery. No conditions to comply with except make on the list of words. If this offer is not understood, any buggy dealer in your town who has the agency for the "WHITE SPAR" Buggy will give you a copy of the rules. When you have made out your list of words give them to our agent in your town, who will send them to us. On July 4 we will notify every contestant who the winner is and number of words that won the "WHITE STAR" Buggy. If you writs us, enclose postage for reply. ATLANTA BUGGY CO., Atlanta, Georgia. Capsicum Vaseline Capsicum Vaseline Put up in Collapsible Tubes. A substitute for and Superior to Mustard or any other plaster, and will not blister the most delicate skin. Help balaying and curative skin. Help balaying and curative skin. Help balaying and curative skin. It will stop the toppache at once and relieve headache and satatica. We recommend it as the best and safest external counter-irritant known, also as an external remedy for paline in the chest and stomach and the rheumatic neuralgia and gouty compaction. It is the most effective and it will be found to be invaluable in the household. Many, people say "It is the best of all your preparations." Price 15 cents, at all druggists, or other dealers, or by sending this amount to us in postage stamps will send you a tube by mail. No notice will be accepted by the public unless the same package our label, as otherwise it is not genuine. CHESPEDROUGH MANUFACTURING CO. Give the name of this paper when writing to advertisers—(At, T)°G3) Cherokee Remedy of Sweet Gum and Mullein nature's Great for Coughs, Colds, LaGripps for 50 years. All Dimensions 600 mm x 600 mm $1.00 Dear Sir: "The young girl who used the Peruna was suffering from laryngitis and loss of voice. The result of the treatment was most satisfactory. She found great relief, and after further use of the medicine we hope to be able to say she is entirely cured."—Sisters of Charity. This young girl was under the care of the Sisters of Charity and used Peruna for catarh of the throat, with good results as the above letter testifies. If you do not derive prompt and satisfactory results from the use of Peruna, write at once Dr. Hartman, giving a full statement of your case, and he will be pleased to give you his valuable advice gratis. Address Dr. Hartman, President of The Hartman Sanitarium, Columbus, Ohio. Seltzer cures all aches A Golden Rule of Agriculture: Be good to your land and your crop will be good. Plenty of Potash In the fertilizer spells quality and quantity in the harvest. Write us and we will send you, free, by next mail, our money winning books. GERMAN KALI WORKS, 93 Nassau Street, New York. Portable and Stationary Engines, Boilers, Saw Mills AND ALL KINDS OF MACHINERY Complete line carrerted in stock for IMMEDIATE shipment. Best Machinery, Lowest Prices and Best Terms. Write us for catalogue, prices, BLACK BEARS PRIZED. All of the Sportsmen Are Anxious to Get Him. A big black bear is the trophy that all sportsmen who have been in the woods are after. Shooting deer is all right, and a moose, of course, is a sportsman's ambition until he gets one, then he must have a bear, says the Bangor Commercial. It sounds so much bigger, you know, to say that you have killed a bear. Bears are supposed to be dangerous and only shot after hand-to-hand encounters and thrilling escapes from death. A large number of bears have come down from the woods so far this fall and it seems as if Malne brun were either very plentiful or decidedly careless. Hunters from out of the State, especially, like to get a bear. Two stories of how tho prizes are shot can never be proved out of the way, as a female with young does not wait an instant if brought to bay or if she thinks the young ones are in danger, from attacking a man, or several men, for that matter. Bear hunting, however, is not so precarious as the sportsmen often make it out to be. The killing often consists of merely running across one in the woods and shooting him before he can get away. Then dogs are often used in hunting bears. While the dogs by their barking and snapping are keeping the big-brute excited the hunter has time to take a good aim and get his game. Bears are often found in their dens and smoked out. They are sometimes inclined to be ugly when this is done, but do not stand much chance against two or three 45-90° s. Practically all bears which are shot by sportsmen are brought out of the woods and either mounted whole or made into rugs, or the heads are set up with the mouth open to give them a fierce expression. Bears are outside the pale of the law in Maine and may be shot, trapped, or killed in any other way wherever they may be found. Whenever a bear comes down from upriver the owner can always be found at the western depot. Perhaps he has a doer of moose along that he has to identify. After doing so he will always ask if it is necessary for him to prove property in regard to the bear, and he smiles proudly on the crowds which are always gathered around the wardens. If the bear is all the game he has, why, he will make a big touse at not being able to find the warden so as to identify his bear, for, of course, he wants to be sure that the bear isn't seized. He wouldn't have that happen for anything. Oh, no. Nor would he have the crowd remain ignorant of the fact that he got his bear. One morning little Harry, on his way to school, was sobbing. A gentleman came up to him and asked the reason. "Oh!" replied the child, "I heard the school house burnt down." "It is not true," said the gentleman. "I know it," said Harry; "for I bed the top of it over the hillside." Samples Mailed Free. A Trial Package of Dr. Blosser's Catarrh Cure Will Be Sent Free to Any Sufferer From Catarrh. To, demonstrate the merits of his remedy, Dr. Blosser offers to mail, free of charge, to any one suffering from Catarrh, a three days' trial package of this valuable medicine. If the trial package does not convince you of its curative properties, you will have been at no expense; if it benefits you, you will gladly order a month's treatment at $1.00. It is a harmless, pleasant, vegetable compound, which is smoked in a pipe, the medicated smoke, being inhaled, reaches directly the mucous membranes lining the head, nose, throat and lungs, heals the ulcerated parts, effecting a radical and permanent cure. Mr. Joseph Chabof, Kaycee, Wyo., writes: "I am free from catarrh, owing to your wonderful remedy." Annie E. Young, Camden, N. J., writes: "Am completely cured of catarrh after using your medicine." Mrs. E. M. Howd, Water Valley, Miss., writes: "Smoking your remedy has entirely cured me." If you wish to try the remedy and get full particulars, testimonials, etc., write to Dr. Blosser Company, 32 Walton St., Atlanta, Ga. POTATOES a Bbl. Largest grower of Seed Potatoes in America. The "Rural New Yorker" gives Salzer's Ear- lice Wisconsin a yield of 74 Tbn per m. Prices are high. He buys the stock at the Railroad Towelate Spelt, Mecorail Whart, 60 bu. per m. Clint Clover, etc., upon receipt of 100 potties. JOIN A. SALZER SEED CO. La Crosse, WI. Coynts Shatton Business, northward and typ- writing College, Louisville, Ky. Open the whole year, students can enter any time. Catalog free. I PAY SPOT CASH FOR MILITARY BOUNTY LAND WARRANTIES issued to soldiers of any war. Also Soldiers' Addi- tional homes and night lights. Write me onno. FRANK H. REGEL, P.O. Box 16, Denver, Colo. If afflicted with Thompson's Eye Water SYRUP OF FIGS Acts Gently; Acts Pleasantly; Acts Beneficially; Acts truly as a Laxative. Syrup of Figs appeals to the cultured and the well-informed and to the healthy, because its component parts are simple and wholesome and because it acts without disturbing the natural functions, as it is wholly free from every objectionable quality or substance. In the process of manufacturing figs are used, as they are pleasant to the taste, but the medicinal virtues of Syrup of Figs are obtained from an excellent combination of plants known to be medicinally laxative and to act most beneficially. To get its beneficial effects—buy the genuine—manufactured by the CALIFORNIA FIG SYRUP CO. Louisville, Ky. San Francisco, Cal. New York, N.Y. For sale by all druggists. Price fifty cents per bottle. THE REASON. Green—I call my friend Jenks an amphibious lawyer. Brown—Why do you call him that? Green—Because he tries marine cases on land—New York Times. How's This? We offer One Hundred Dollars Reward for any case of Catarrh that cannot be cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure. F. J. CHEEN & Co., Props, Toledo, O. We, the undersigned, have known F. J. Cheen for the last 15 years, and believe him perfectly honorable in all business transactions and financially able to carry out any obligation made by their firm. Wear & Tranx Wholesale Drugs Toledo WEST & TRUAX, Wholesale Druggists, Toledo, Ohio WALDING, KINNAN&MARVIN, Wholesale Drugs gists. Toledo, Ohio. Hall's Catarch Cure is taken internally, acting directly upon the blood and mucous surfaces of the system. Price, 75c, per bottle. Sold by all Druggists. Testimonial free. Hall's Family Pills are the best. There is more than a difference of syllables between a man of note and a man of motiority. FITS permanently cured. No fits or nervousness after first day's use of Dr. Kline's Great Nerve Restorer. $2trial bottle and treatisfree Dr. B.H. KLINK, Ltd., 981 Arch St., Phila., Pa. A man's heart may be reached through his stomach, but the politician prefers to reach it through his pocket. Mrs. Winslow's Soothing Syrup for children teething, soften the gums, reduces inflammation, allay pain, cures wind colic. 25c, a bottle. A man never knows what a large following he has until he leads the procession in a hearse. Piao's Cure is the best medicine we ever used for all affections of throat and lungs.—Wm. O. ENDSLEY, Vanburen, Ind., Feb. 10, 1903. Some men are too busy to make friends, and others are too lazy to make enemies. Write for froe descriptive matter of California, Golden West Real Estate Co., Vitalia, California. One good turn may deserve another, but this doesn't result in perpetual motion. Dyeing is as easy as washing when PUTNAM FADDLESS DYES are used. It never occurs to a man that he might blame his bad luck on his bad habits. GREEN RAPE costs 25 cents! per.TON! Greatest. Cheapest Food on Earth for Sheep, Swine, Goats, Cattle, etc. Will be worth $100 to you and read what Salzer's estate says about rape. Billion Dollar Grass will positively make you rich.12 seed of hay and lots of pasturo per acre, as he leaves the barn. He feeds the wheat for aid, hot soils, 61 bus. per acre. 20th Century Cuts, 250 bus. per acre. Swiftly writes to fields 100 teams Green Folder per acre. Forthia Notice and 100. we mail big catalog at 13 Farm Seed Narcissus, July worth $10 to guts start. JOHN A. SALZER SEED CO. LA CROSSE WI. PISO'S CURE FOR CURES WHERE ALL ELSE FANS. Best Cough Syrup. Tastes Good. Use in three. Hold by drugrists. LADY ON EDITORIAL STAFF OF LEADING RELIGIOUS WEEKLY Sends the Following Grand Testimonial to the Merits of Cuticura Remedies in the Treatment of Humours of the Blood, Skin and Scalp. "I wish to give my testimony to the efficiency of the Cuticura Remedies, in what seems to me two somewhat remarkable cases. I had a number of skin tumours—small ones—on my arms which had never given me serious trouble; but about two years ago one came on my throat. At first it was only about as large as a pinhead, but, as it was in a position where my collar, if not just right, would irritate it, it soon became very sensitive and began to grow rapidly. Last spring it was as large, if not larger than a bean, tended down into my chest was all gone, and my neck now seems to be perfectly well. "About five or six years ago my sister had a similar experience. She had two large lumps como under her right arm, the result of a sprain. They grew rapidly, and our physician wanted to cut them out. I would not listen to it, and the tried the Cuticura Remedies (as I did a few months ago) with magical effect. In six weeks' time the lumps had entirely disappeared, and have never returned." "I have great faith in the Cuticurix Remedies, and I believe they might be as efficacious in similar cases with other people, and thus gave much suffering, and perhaps life. I have derived so much benefit from the use of them myself that I am ```markdown ``` and was unable to speak, when her daughter, at my suggestion, tried the effect of the Cuticura Ointment and Cuticura Resolvent. Strange to say, she was very shortly relieved of the most distressing symptoms. The swelling seemed to be exteriorized, and she is now able to be around her house, and can talk as well as ever. "It seems to me that I have pretty good grounds for believing that Cuticura Remedies will prove successful in the most distressing forms of blood and skin humours, and if you wish to use my testimonial as herein indicated, I am willing that you should do so, with the further privilege of revealing my name and address to such persons as may wish to substantiate the above statements by personal letter to me." CUTICUA REMEDIES are sold throughout the civilized world. PRICE: Cuticua Resolvent, $0 per bottle (in the form of Chocolate Coated Pills, $0 per vial of $0), Cuticua Citrine, $0 per box, and Cuticua Soap $0 per cane. Send for, the great work. "Rumours of the Blood, Skin and Kneep, and How to Care Them." $6 Pass, $9 Dispossess, with Illusions, Testimonial, and Directions to all Imprigates, including Japanese and Chinese, British Depot, Great Charterhouse So, London, E. G., French Depot, & Esas de la Palma, Paris, Australia Depot, Town & Country, Portsea Depot Chemical Corporation. Bold Program, Society, U. S. A. "I wish to give my testimony to the efficiency of the Cuticura Remedies in what seems to me two somewhat remarkable cases. I had a number of skin tumours—small ones—on my arms which had never given me serious trouble; but about two years ago one came on my throat. At first it was only about as large as a pinhead, but, as it was in a position where my collar, if not just right, would irritate it, it soon became very sensitive and began to grow rapidly. Last spring it was as large, if not larger, than a bean. A little unusual irritation of my collar started it to swelling, and in a day or two it was as large as half an orange. I was very much alarmed, and was at a loss to determine whether it was a carbuncle or a malignant tumor. "My friends tried to persuade me to consult my physician; but dreading that he would insist on using the knife, I would not consent to go. Instead I got a small bottle of Cuticura Resolvent and a box of Cuticura Ointment. I took the former according to directions, and spread a thick layer of the Ointment on a linen cloth and placed it on the swelling. On renewing it I would bathe my neck in very warm water and Cuticura Soap. In a few days the Cuticura Ointment had drawn the swelling to a head, when it broke. Every morning it was opened with a large sterilized needle, squeezed and bathed, and fresh Ointment put on. Pus and blood, and a yellow, cheesy, tumorous matter came out. In about three or four weeks' time this treatment completely eliminated boil and tumor. The soreness that had ex- constantly advising others to use them. Recently I recommended them to an office boy for his father, who was disabled with salt rheum. The man's feet were swollen to an enormous size, and he had not worked for six weeks. Two bottles of Cuticura Resolvent and two boxes of Cuticura Ointment worked a perfect cure. You never saw a more grateful man in your life. "I am very much interested in another case where I have recommended Cuticura just now. My housemind's mother has a goitre which had reached a very dangerous point. The doctors told her that nothing could be done; that she could live only two or three weeks, and that she would die of strangulation. She was confined to her bed. Chicago, Nov. 12, 1902. =