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The courier. (Lincoln, Neb.) 1894-1903, 1898-12-31

readers OF these columns. The first
general session of the association proper
was held Wednesday morning at the
Oliver theatre. The afternoon was oc-
cupied in departmental work, seven sec
tionf holding meetings at the same time
at different places.
Wednesday evening and Thursday
morning were given over to general SEES
sions and on Thursday afternoon the
departments were in session again. The
weeks program was rich and varied. 1t
was great treat as well as an untold
benefit to those who were able to be
present. but more than all is its true
significance to the state. The entire
educational forces Of the state Of Ne
brasSa working together as a harmoni-
GUS whole, must give wonderful i'm
petus 10 the educational interests al the
state. Federation is in the air, in unity
there is strength, and there is unity in
diversity. This gathering OF the educa-
tional classes under the name OF the
State Teachers association is in reality
a federation of the educational forces Of
the state.
The North Bend Wonan's club met
in regular session Saturday, December
18th. The meeting was opened by an
Instrumental solo rendered in pleasing
manner by Mrs. Walrath. Science
day" and roll call was responded to by
descriptions Of recent inventions. Mrs.
Bowling gave us scientific observations
from the Omaha Exposition. principally
an appliance for distiIling water with a
common tea kettle; and the "baby incu-
bator," most wonderful invention for
saving life. Mrs. Treadwell had an in
teresting and practical paper on "Elec-
trical Domestic Appliances" Many
anecdotes of Edison were read by Mrs.
Kelley. The cause Of his deafness, was
a thoughtless and cruel man lifted him,
Edison, by the ears when he was a small
boy thus injuring the ear drums OF his
ears. Edison says Genius is not in
spiration but perspiration. Two per
cent is genius, ninety eight per cent is
hard work" "Roentgen Rays" was finely
handled by Mrs. Hester Dosn and with
illustrations made very interesting. In
strumental solo by Miss Ellie Haverfield
in place of Miss Osborn. She always
does nicely and is much appreciated.
Modern Naval Strategy" was nicely
arranged and read by Mrs. Anna Thorn.
The Christmas number of the West.
ern Club Woman published at Denver
is as bright and charming as the real
club women, whom We had the pleasure
OF meeting last summer. The Western
Club Woman made its debut in Novem-
Der. and the two Issues to date, are
equal to any Of the publications devoted
exclusively to the work OF women's
clubs. 1t has been accepted by the
state federation as its organ and starts
out with a promising future. The cur
rent number contai-s twenty-four pages
of interesting suggestions important to
club women. Its artistic cover is OF
white glazed paper on which is printed a
border of pine cones alternating with
gavsl and scroll, suggestive Of its atmos
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1898-09-24
Public Installation.

The Public Installation Services at
Mount Vernon Baptist Church of Salem
Va, Sunday. Sept. IL, 1898, were very
creditably rendered.
The program was as follows: Preach
ing at IL O'clock. Installation of pas
tor, Rev. L. Edley. Sermon at 2:3O
o'clock by Rev. r. r. Jones of First
Baptist Church, Roanoke, Va, whose
chuir was present and di 'coursed
charming music. Charge to the church
by Rev. w. w. Brown of High Street.
Church, Roanoke. Lecture by Presid-
ing Elder, Sinkfield of Roanoke Dis
trict. Welcome of the pastor TO che
town aud church by Rev. r r. Henry,
of PARK Street Church. Roanoke.
Other divines were present, viz
Rev. Harris OF NJ E. Church aud Rev
Augustus of A. NJ. K. Church of Salem.
This weeks effort to raise mean:
amounted to $3.50. They ara occupy.
ing property on Alabama Street which
they are buying for the sum OF $500.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1898-09-24
From The North Side.

On last Sunday. Sept. 18th, 1898, was
q day long to be remembered in this
vicinity. The occasion being the 18th
anniversary OF Mt. Carmel Bapti st
Church, Rev. White, pastor.
The pulpit was graced by beautiful
palms and much credit is due the Sab
bath School for other decorations. The
Spiritual body was we'll fed all day.
At $3.50 O'Clock the Sabbath School
wes we'll entertained by Rev Cosby,
who in most beautiful language por-
Grayed the lesson TO the Children.
At IL 80 o'clock Rev. White, the
pastor, preached his annual sermon, in
which he set forth the work in the
cause of,the Master. He exhorted his
Followers to keep up the good work and
God would give them a crown of Glory
IN the end.
At 8 80 Rev. u. d. Lewis, the pastor
OF the 2nd Baptist Church, preached
and all who turned out were benefited
thereby. There being quite a gather
ing at this service the Reverend from
the South side Of the city demonstrate
ed the fact to all who heard him tina
he is a pulpit orator indeed.
Ats: 80 O'Clock Rev. DR.. A. Binga
that eminent divine and pastor Of thu
list Baptist Church of Manchester, Va
preached from the book Of Psalms, on'
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1898-09-24

OF the most eloquent sermons ever
heard in this section. Long live the
memory of this sermon in the hearts of
the young and old. 1t is the desire OF
this people to hear the two eminent
Doctors of Divinity again.
All glory and honor is due the three
different clubs OF the church. Club,
No. 1. led by Deacon Garter, Mrs w.
H. White, Mrs. p. A. Brown, Mrs.
Mary Johnson, A. Grimes, Mary Strawn
and others; and Club. No. 2. led by
Miss Minnie White; and club. No. 3,
led by Miss Susan H. White, all de-
serve great for the amount raised on
this occasion.
The ladies OF clubs, No. i and 2 pre-
sented beautiful carpet for the isles
in fact all Of our friends who helped in
the grand work deserves much credit.
Special notice of the Sunday School
Club. led by Miss Susie White was tax.
ing to see these little children OF what
interest they took in this work.
We were much surprised to hear o.
thu secret marriage of one OF our girls
BUTT had to be and there are more Il
follow.
Rev. White will preach special ser
mon on Obedience next Sunday
morning. 1t is hoped that all of thu
young people will turn out aud hea
him and their parents also.
WSay. one Of our young men IL COINS
to get married but he want to do quiei
| ~ il possible
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1898-09-24
FR0n HUNTINGTON.

HUNTINGTON, w. VA, Sept. 90, '9s.
Sunday was beautiful day though
intensely warm.
The frost or autumn has not yet ap-
peared and the summer gala is still
fiourishing.
The pulpit OF the Mt. Oiivet Church
was ably filled Sunday by DR.. Fuller.
Large crowds were out to all the servi-
ces. In the morning the Rev. preach
ed practical sermon from the Acts of
the Apostles 81 10; theme THE Voy-
age of Life" Paul's voyage and ship
wreck was favorably compared to our
voyage in life and the equipments for
such voyage. The DIR. also preached
at night.
The camp meeting broke up at Hol-
derby Grove Sunday night. No servi-
ces at NJ E. Church owing to Rev.
Steele's engagements at Proctorville.
| Miss Estella Cary after spending q
| few weeks of enjoyment with her many
friends left on Thursday for her home
at Winifrede. She will then leave to
attend Hampton School.
| Mrs. Fannie Perkins, who has been
over East visiting relatives and friends
returned Saturday.
Taylor Nichols, Ernest Taylor and
Elsie Brooks returned Sunday from
the Sweet Chalybest Springs where
they have been waiting during the
f, sumnler season.
| Don't read other peoples PLANET
when you can get them at the small
price of a nickel a week.
Mrs. Thomas Wilkins has returned
from Clifton. She report an excellent
time and only regrets that she didn't
have longer to stay.
l IObn Rundrant 0no of OuP aOldiar
boys arrived in the city Saturday. His
uniform attracted great deal OF at
tention and many were the compli-
iments John received. He is q mem.
Der of Company M, 8th Regiment, w
IVA. He reports the other boys as be-
ing in excellent health.
| Mr.. G.. w. Winston and his newly
welded wife returned on the 10Th inst
They are now happily situated in Their
beautiful house on 9Th Ave.
The marriage OF Mr.. Fleming anC
Mrs. Mitchell, daughter of Mrs. Fran.
els Nichols Of 9Th Avenue on Thursday
at IL q. M, was quite a surprie TO all
Rev. Robert Steele of the EbeEezer NJ
E. Church OBLIGATED. They now reside
at 1870 College Ave.
Mrs. Isham Scott has been indisposet
, for some weeks with neuralgia. w
are glad to note that she is better nov
and able to be about.
The colored citizens Of Huntington
should feel proud Of their school buil'
, ing on 18th street.
5 The rumor was prevalent semetim
ago that the Negro building woald b
taken from them and that the colore
Z children would be compelled to atten
I the old Burlington school house on At
: Avenue. This is practically the wors
I schoolhouse in town. We know tina
3 the white brethren hate to see the Ne
II gro in such q magnificent building bu
how can they help themselves. TIL
Negro pays taxes as we'll as the whit
= man and it was his taxes that con
istructed the building and his will sup
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1898-09-24

to do such unbeeoming things We
have some among the best gIrls who
we know OF. and are proud Of them !;
but we want all to he up &c the highest
standard OF la1yhood possible.
Miss Matte Towns arrived in the CT
ty from Jetersville, Va, last Saturday
and is stopping with her sister at 1l02
w. Leigh st.
We saw Rsv. Philip Winston this
week. He spoke in glowing terms of
the success OF his work in the country
district. Rev. Winston is live, active
successful minister OF sthe gospel.
Henrico and Chesterfield counties are
proud Of him.
The funeral of Mr., John w. White
took place at the Second Bapt. Church
last Tuesday at 2:30. Such q scene
was never witnessed in this city be-
fore. See other columnS for full par
ticulsrs.
AJAx
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1898-09-24
Ordered to the rnllIpptnes.

San Francisco, Sept. 2O.-There was
great joy among the troops at the Pre-
sido when the official orders were re-
ceived from Washington directing over
5000 men now encamped there to pro-
coed to Manila. But sorrow hung heavy
over the camps of the Sixth, Seventh
and Eighth California regiments, the
California heavy artillery and Fourth
United States cavalry, who were not
included in the order. General Miller
has asked his commanding officers &c
make their acquisitions for clothing
arms, etc, and these will be supplied
as fast as they are received, the supply
of stores in this city being now very
cOtonlete
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1898-09-24
FROM SUFFOLK.
Republican Meetings-The ex Slave Pen
sion Scheme.-A Plan to kaise
Money.

SUFFOLK, VA, Sept. 20, 1898.
During the past two months, several
meetings have been held here, pur-
porting to be in the interest of the ,ex-
slaves or the pensioning of the same.
This fact has been the occasion Of each
meeting being we'll attended by large
numbers OF people from the surround
ing country. The meeting held Fri
day night, the 18th inst, was attended
by larger number than any OF the
previous ones. At the door each in q.
dividual was required to pay the sum
of five cents before entering. Those
refusing to do so we're turned away.
Let US pause a while and consider
Is not this whole scheme and talk Of
pensioning the ex-slaves, q bare faced
fraud, designed only to benefit the
leaders OF the meetings which have
been held here We are much inclin-
ed to the opinion that the gentlemen
in question are impostors, striving to
advance their personal interest through
the ignorance of the ex-slaYes or our
old fathers and mothers who have sur
vived the abolition of slavery. There
is little or no probability OF any of the
ex-slaves of this country ever getting
| a pension by virtue of his or her ever
DClnA S16NOa " 10 VCAJ lux
those who fought to abolish slavery
| to get pension.
On Sunday night last, one of the res
licences of Mr.. George Roper of Colo
den street was consumed by fire. The
cause IS yet is unknown.
Precinct meetings of the Wise fac
tion of the republican party OF Nanse-
mond County were held on last Satur-
day in many of the precinct in order
to elect delegates to the convention
which will convene in Hampton some
time during the present month to nom
mate candidate for Congress.
The Holy Neck School Board met a.
Holland, Va, on Monday, the 19tI
inst, and elected teachers for the pres.
ent school year. There were a large
number Of white male patrons presen
but only few or the colored. OF tn
many female applicants, there was on
ly one present at the meeting, Sh
was Miss Mary Britt who applied 70
the Philadelphia School, taught las
term by l.. L. Pierce.
Consideration aud honor are of on
visit. At this writing it is has no
, been learned when they will return t
town. 1t is hoped that they will neve
! leave home again during the meeting
of our school boards.
, Rev. Thomas Z. Wise was in or
town last Saturd ay and Sunday. TT
lsame is true Of Rsv, Anderson Boom
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1898-09-24
CHURCH HILL BREEzEs.
Church Items-Notes Of Interest.

Our Churches and Sabbath Schools
were fairly well attended on last sun
day. At the 4th Baptist Church in the
morning. Rev. w. A. Harris of Sand
ford, N. j., preached q most powerful
sermon. The Reverend took his text
from Luke $50, subject, "The sower."
He handled his subject with gloves of
and all who were present that by re-
demption we're acquainted with the
new birth, could bear witness to some
things that were said.
In the evening communion services
were held and we are told that the spir-
IL seemed to have had the same effect
on the brethren as on the sisters. In
that it caused them to get so happy as
TO Jump high enough to break chan
delie-.
The Night services were good.
We could not ascertain the program
| OF the Fountain Baptist Church, but
we believe that the services were as
good "a usual.
Many of our people went to Shiloh
on last Sunday and all from whom we
have heard, says they had an enjoyable
time.
School bells have again broken the
period of silence, which means that
children are to be about their duty and
the many business houses that've been
annoyed with having them around the
doors, will witness great relief.
We believe that the war with Spain
made times better. Why7 Because
many OF our young men have shown
their ability to wed.
We learn that Mr.. John Dance will
we'd at the house OF Rev. z. Payne or
Thursday night.
We learn also that Miss Fulcher OF
Short ST., is trying TO keep secre
the fact that she will wed soon.
| MIR. Robert Finsch is also tired of be
ing single in that he makes known hit
happy day which soon shall appear.
We wish them all success while Jour
neying throu life's uneven way.
Miss Pokey Snead has returned Il
her home in Charlottesville after spens
Jog visit of two weeks with her frien,
Miss Lena Turner of No. 27l0 E. Mail
st.
Mr.. Isaac r. Brown and also Mis-
Mary Ross continue very sick at thei
homes, both of S0th st. Friends cal
and see them.
Deaths among US are not as many q
last week.
Winter is fast approaching. Boy
remember, that "Aquilla" has toll
you to seek good home, pay up you
board so as not to take cold this white
by sleeping around /; nor make your
self sick by eating the lone by one"
AoUILLA.
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port it. When this rumor was heard it
is natural that our peoples passions
were affected. But the Negro still
holds the Douglass school building and
il we use the right judgement and
stick together the white man will new
er take il from US aud our children.
Miss Emma Thompson. travelling ar
fist for the Negro Art School OF Wash
ington, d. c., gave pictorial exhibit
ton at the church on Wednesday night
For three weeks Miss Thompson has
conducted drawing school and many
OF our young people svailed themselves
of the opportunity to learn the art.
She exhibited only her pupils works
which made an excellent showing. In
connection with this q fan drill was
had. The following were some Of the
pupils: Pearly McFerson. Thomas
Woodson, D. w. Perdew, William Jack
son, Willis Underwood, Miss Thomp-
son left on Thursday.
The attendance at Sunday School on
Sunday was much larger than usual.
Whether this was due from the anxi0 1s
ness to see our superintendent since
his arrival, we are unable 50 say.
Have your photos enlarged at the
studio of Perdew & Woodson, rooms al
Hotel Adelphis and Douglass School
building.
Mrs. Ollie Resvely and son Willie
after spending three weeks at Louiss
C. a., returned Friday aftsrnoon.
Isaiah Scott left Sunday night fol
Iron where he will attend the High
School this year.
| Miss Annie Cosby and Mr.. r. w
James left on the Goth for the Farm
Institute.
A.C.D.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1898-09-24
PYTHIAE NOTES.

81. Pythias Company, Uniform Rank
OF Danvilie, Va, is making rapid
strides to the front. Capt. w. A. Mil
ner and his corp OF officers will be sure
to make themselves felt at the next
GraHd Lodge which convenss in Ports
mouth. The Officers for the present
term are W. A. Miner. Captain T. H..
Smith, First Lieutenant; III. s. Keen,
Herald; VIM. Cunningham, Guard ;
Thomas H. Miles, Sentinel; ]. s. King
Treasurer /; L. w. Holbrook, Recorder
This Company presented a splendid
appearance at the last Grand Lodge.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1898-09-24
Ex-secretary sherman III.

Washington. Sept. H.-Hon. John
Sherman is i'll at his residence in this
city from an acute attack of bronchitis.
He has been in bed for about a week,
but progressed favorably until three
days ago. when there was a slight
relapse. Today, however, he is report
ed as being better. though somewhat
weak. and with a little fever His
condition is not regarded as at al
dangerous.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1898-09-24
AdmiraI Montnio snsnended

Madrid. Sept. 20.-The supreme coun-
Sill of war has suspended Admiral
Montojo, whose squadron was de-
stroyed by Admiral Dewey in Manila
bay. The council has summoned him
to come to Madrid as soon as possible.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1898-09-24
MEETINGS NEXT wKEK.

Samson and Virginia Lodges Monday
night.
Blooming Lily Lodge Tuesday night.
Manchester Lodge Tuesday night.
Royal Lodge Wednesday night.
Excelsior Court Monday evening.
Samson Court Monday evening.
Martha's Court Wednesday evening.
NoMAD.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1898-09-24

Lieutenant Adolphus Jackson, who
has been to White Sulphur Springs all
the summer, reached the city Thurs
day, the 18th, and is confined to his
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1898-09-24
The National
ANTI-MOB AND LYNCH
LAW ASSOCIATION.

Headquarters, Springfield, o.
VIM. II. Dickson. Pres II. G. Jenkins,
Vice-Pres. e. T. Butler, Organizer I;
s. E. Huffman. Secretary.
Will organize in every State OF this
Union. E@ Agents wanted in every
locality. Apply to S E Huffman, Sec
rotary, Springfield, O. Liberty, JUS
tice and Protection. AS the people
are the sentinels on the watchtower
they should be vigilant and sleepless.
9-24-3m,
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1898-09-24

The time has come for the orgaHiza-
tion of new lodges also the increase Of
membership in the old ones. The
members should pat forth individual
effort TO have the membership Of the
several lodges throughout the State
increased. The Order has enjoyed q
continuous stream Of prosperity dur
ing these scarce money times and no Y
that Autumn is stealing upon US there
should be q greater effort on the part
OF the members fer a heavy increase:
Richmond LODGE. No. /. held it's
meeting Monday night at the old site,
Masonic Hall. The attendance was
good and the lodge is seemingly in q
prosperous condition.
Blooming Lily Lodge, No. 10, meets
on Tuesday night. Ali of the mem
bers are requested to be present at tn q
hour of meeting. The reports of
Blooming Lily Lodge are in the hand 3
| OF the q. X, of r. 8. and show that the
lodge Is in excellent condition. The
membership is good.
Sylvia Court met Tuesday evening.
The attendance was good and the
meeting interesting.
The regular monthly drill will take
place Friday night, sept. 30th. Al
the companies will meet at the Plane'
Office at 8 10 o'clock sharp.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1898-09-24

Planet Lodge. No. %, held its regu-
lar meeting Monday night at Price q
Hall. The attendance was fair and
the meeting full OF interest.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1898-09-24

Richmond is now assuming its usual
fall air and the Sir Knights and MEM
bers OF the lodges are enjoying the re-
turn OF their comrades from the va
rious summer resorts.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1898-09-24

Sir Knight Walter Johnson OF Planet
Lodge has returned 20 the city from
Watch Hill, r l., where he has been
spending the summer.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1898-09-24

Rev. A. s. Thomas Of Planet Lodge
No. %. is on the sick list and can b
seen at his residence, 1907 n. LIST 81
he has been reported much improved
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1898-09-24

Sylvia Court met Tuesday evening,
The attendance was good and the
meeting interesting.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1898-07-18
Examined Batteries That Defended City and Learned
the Extent Of Execution Done by Shells From Samp-
sons F|eet--Spanish Officer Who Proved Untruth-
full as Well as Gloomy Steamers That Have Become
American PrizesPreparng to Collect Customs Al
CAPTURED Port Watson to Sail This Week.

Copyright 1898, the Associated Press.)
Under Moro Castle. Harbor of San
tiago de Cuba, July IL delayed in
transmission)--At exactly nine o'clock
this morning the Spanish flag was
lowered from the staff crowning the
heights upon which battered Morro
Castle spreads half way. The lowering
of this emblem of the sovereignty of
Spain in this part of the world was
witnessed by few Spanish and Amer
ican troops on shore and by the Brook
lyn, New York, Vixen and Vesuvius,
lying within few hundred yards of
the harbor entrance.
Almost Immediately after the flag
was hauled down steam launches COM
manded by Lieuts. Hobson and Palmer
entered the harbor, penetrating as far
as the firing stations of the submarine
mines. These mines were judged to be
not as formidable as expected and, later
in the afternoon, they were exploded
under the supervision of the Vixen. 1t
was seen that two mines had been ex-
ploded on the entrance of the Merrimac
into the channel of Santiago harbor.
but 1t Is not thought probable that
either of them had anything to do with
the sinking of the craft.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1898-07-18

open, dwindled In their terror-inspiring
qualities as the inspection grew closer.
Growing the hill on the west side or
the entrance were the famous six-inch
rapid fire guns from the Spanish
cruiser Reina Mercedes. These were
ugly looking and dangerous. while be-
low, on brick foundations on the west
ern shore of the entrance were some
revolving guns. These were the ones
which poured such bitter fire into the
Merrimac. Directly east of Morro Cas-
tie. on the crest of the cliff, were six
big guns, one or two of which were dis
mounted.
The Estrella battery and a small
neighbor furthe1 in showed no guns,
while the famots Cayo Smith was
filled with blue. white and yellow
houses situated ~ groves of Towering
trees. some of the buildings looking as
IL they had been the resorts of pleasure
seekers in happier times. Others were
humble enough in appearance for fish
ermen's houses. All were deserted.
and. strange to say. not one apparently
was touched by hostile projectile.