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Franklin's paper the statesman., 1911-12-23
FACTORY
in TEXAS
A SUCCESS

the tract was sci apart as the factory
reservation. wherein the erection of far-
tories was To Ice encouraged and nv
their operation give employment 10 tn"
people Twenty-Five homes have been
built. valued at more than $4,000.
Capacity OF Mop and T"ine Factory.
The first manufacturing plant 10 br
erected was the Mil City mop ana
twiuc factory. complete spinniu-
mill OF 1000 spindies. with full equip
ment of twisting and winding machin
cry. valued at $4,000 with hr>r
mortgage bond issue of Sl..OO0 This
plant was operated successfully durn.
the past year. giving employment to
forty operatives and finding n ready
market for all its product in tNine and
mops. having more than sixty whole
sale and iobhiDg houses in its liSi %;
customers The erection OF all build
ings, including both the homes and the
mill. was done 10y the citizens of Mil
City They are the complete masters
OF every detail OF ihc construction Of
the building and the operation OF the
machinery.
The cotton mill OF today Is husi.
ness organization capable OF employ
ing many hundred persons. creating
Innumcrahle positions Of responsibility
and trust. also permitting the develop
ment OF e high degree Of scientific
knowledge and skill on the part of the
progressive operative There i among
the colored people ample talent. suited
and educated fully up to all these re
quirements
The lines along which this develop
ment has progressed provide not only
for the factory Itself. hut also for ere
ating n model social settlement around
the plant in which the operatives can
purchase their own homes All the
houses are being planned and built in
good. neat style with large and well
ventilated rooms. These homes are
neatly finished after the best stand
ards, The town lies about half mile
east OF Dallas within switching dis
tance OF two railroads. the Texas and
the Texas and New Orleans on the
south
Scope and Worth of the Main Factory.
The main factory. known us the Mill
City cotton mill, is now being erected
and the machinery installed. The
building will contain $4,000 square feet
of floor space, and the equipment, all
of which has been purchased. consists
Of 5000 spinning spindles. 200 looms.
complete bleachery and dye works,
also complete equipment for machine
and repair shop. This plant will give
Franklin's paper the statesman., 1911-12-23
oLENWooO SPRINGS. COLO.

II is interesting to note that nearly
all OF the colored people own their
homes and fully 80 per cent. have
nice property to let.
Rev. ]. w. FAINT. pastor of the 4
NJ E church, was in the city Dec.
10th and delivered two able sermons
to a representative congregation OF
at' 'sntive listeners.
The First Baptist church is taking
on new life under the leadership OF
Rev. T. NJ. Russell, who on last sun
day afternoon addressed a full audi
ence. Subject was rs the Bible the
Word OF God?" . Peter l:2l.
The First Baptist Sunday school
VIII be entertained Saturday evening
with a Christmas tree and n selecJ
musical program.
Franklin's paper the statesman., 1911-12-23

PERSONAL
MENTION
Social News and Personal Mention
Continued on Pages Two,
Four, and Five
NEW HOME FOR CHRISTMAS.

Mr.. and Mrs. ]. l. Burnett of 1912
Larimer street have finished their
new home at 34l2 Columbine street
and are ready TO welcome their
friends at the new address. They
have made their home in Denver for
twelve wears and in that time have
purchased two homes, this last one
being a model of convenience and
taste. Mr.. Burnett seems to have
only one thought, his wife and home,
and Mrs. Burnett is a model wife.
The example they set of thrift and
culture is a boon 10 the community.
To much praise cannot be given them.
Their phone is Olive 1873
Franklin's paper the statesman., 1911-12-23
THE SIGN is DOWN.

The Crescent theater, over whose
sign segregating colored patrons. a
storm of protest vas raised few
weeks ago has changed hands, The
new owner is J. c. Cornwell of Lara
mie. Wyo. He began renovation at
once. and took down the obnoxious
sign. He wishes the public TO under
stand that he is catering for patron
age and does not continue the policy
that was followed by the former
owner.
Franklin's paper the statesman., 1911-12-23
Meaning of Coming National Campaign

Meaning of Coming National Campaign
In all this blow and buster there
should be some way to make the safe
and sane colored elector remember
the Taft administration is not the only
doggonc thing that ever happened to
this race of ours, says the Dallas Crex)
Express. In the coming struggle to
nominate and elect Il president. II Taft
and Hitchcock and Roosevelt are to be
the commanders, the Negro may ex
pect to he cruriiicd on the cross of
pertidr and pcli,ica dishunor while
wearing on his brow II crown of
Franklin's paper the statesman., 1911-12-23
BY N. BARNETT DoDsoN.

Mil City. Tex - Education unused
and unemployed is an economic waste
Natural advantages neglected or left
undeveloped either In business or
other commercial pursuits are charged
up by the thinking world against
people so overlooking and neglectluc
them. 1t Is necessary that we plan
for and conduct our daily business
affairs with these stubborn facts in
mind. The American Negro is the
largest producer of cotton in the world
Good business methods impel him to
so provide for its manufacture and
sale as to obtain the best values for
hitself and those directly or indirect.
ly concerned.
Cotton manufacture is one OF the
standard Industries OF the world In
England. France. Germany. Italy. Rus.
sa. Japan and China. rs well as In
Mexico, Canada and the United States.
several millions OF people are employed
in its production. The American Ne
gro is the producer Of fully 90 per cent
OF all their supply OF cotton. He sells
II at few cents pound In the bale
and buys back his needs OF manufac
tured cotton supplies at dollars per
pound While one half the colored pop.
ulation OF the south are producing cot.
ton on the farms the other half are only
partially employed about the towns and
cities.
Sound economic policy requires that
cotton manufacture move forward side
by side with the growth and production
OF the staple on the farm In the fan
OF 1908 twenty-five acres of land sit
uated in the suburbs of Dallas were
purchased aud allotted into what is
known as Mill City addition to Dallas
Tex, at a cost OF $4,000 One-third of
Franklin's paper the statesman., 1911-12-23
NOTICE.

w A Rice, who left the city sud
denly several weeks ago, was expelled
by the knights of Pythias on Friday
night, and by the Masons of Rocky
Mountain Lodge on Monday night. The
last named lodge, through its master.
s. A. Bondurant, and its secretary,
VIM. Sprague, makes this announce
ment that the craft everywhere may
take due notice and govern itself ac-
cordingly
Franklin's paper the statesman., 1911-12-23
WEST BROS. SPECIAL ANNOUNCE
NENT.

West Bros. wish to inform the pub
iic that they have been granted res
taurau; license which enables them to
serve wines. cordials. beer. etc, with
meals and that the service Will be up
to the standard as they have main
tanned in the past.
Franklin's paper the statesman., 1911-12-23

At Campbell Chapel. Opossum din
ner. beginning at 800 p. m. Serve
sreat big Opossums, sweet potatoes,
brown gravy. Cuttings with Ash
cake. Ha. ha, ha
Great drama, Santa Claus Christ
mas Mail. at Campbell Chapel Mon
day evening. Dec. 25th.
Franklin's paper the statesman., 1911-12-23
DEATHS HARVEST

a tragedy enacted Thursday after
noon snuffed ont the life OF Jas. Holly,
an estimable citizen of Denver for
many years. Through giving a home
TO Mrs. hildress, who recently mar
ried Mr.. Partee, he was the victim OF
a murderous assault by Mr.. Childress.
who came to this city from Colorado
springs, Thursday, with the threat to
Kill Mr.. Partee. Mr.. Holly was at
home engaged in household chores,
and since no ground existed for en-
nifty between him and the slayer, it
is probable that Childress in his ig-
norance OF the identity OF Partee. mis-
took Holly for him and shot without
inquiry. 1t is a sad blow to the wife,
who is utterly Frustrated. He has a
brother and many relatives here. Up
to the time of going to press the muir
derer has not been apprehended.
Franklin's paper the statesman., 1911-12-23

Sad indeed is the death of Mrs. A.
w. Porter 1t occurred on Thursday
near noon. She and her child passed
away together, sad reminder that in
the midst OF life We are in death. The
Douglas Undertaking ompany is in
charge. Her marriage year ago. her
pleasant surroundings, her usefulness
and friends. her loving husband. all
were of no avail
Franklin's paper the statesman., 1911-12-23
WESTERN NEWSPAPER MEN
HOLD SPLENDID MEETING.
Topeka Session of Press Association
Best In Its History.

Topeka. Kan--The Western Negro
its fifteenth annual meeting in this
city. conducted one Of the most help
ful programs ever rendered mt any Of
its meetings during its successful and
eventful career BESIDES the members
and other local talent. the association
was fortunate In securing the services
of Governor w. II. Stuhhs and the
Hon w. +. Vernon. who delivered
timely and inspiring addresses
The committee on resolutions. after
thanking all persons who assisted in
helping TO make the meeting the glow
ing success which it was with ~
vote of thanks To the local business
league for the splendid huuuuei which
it gave TO the members If the organ.
ization. commended Mrs { !. Walker
for her generous gift Ia the Y NJ. G. \
in Indianapolis. Ind aud condemned
the governor Of South Carolins for
being in favor Of mub violence
The election of officers rrsulted A.
ter. MuSEurcc. Okla. president: frSl
vice pTtSlufhi. w ~ tiafrlS. SpIrrn.
light. SednliI. Mo: second vice pr.Si
dent. c. j. Walker. Freeman. Indian
apoliS. Ind recording secretary. j II
Cooke. Defender Milwaukee, Wis .
corresponding secretary. l. \ Bell
American, Waguucr. Okla assistant
secretary. +. G. ThumnS. Herald. To
peka: treasurer Nick ChilcS. Plain
dealer. Topeka: historian Harry
Graham. Founder Quindaro. kan:
chaplain, Rev. j. II Ransom. ropeka
The executive committee includes \
u. Griffin, i'laindcairr, Topeka: Lewis
Woods. Kansas city sun. Kansas City.
Mo; W. f King. Express. Dallas.
Tex; G. II buchanan. Safeguard
Guthrie. Okla ; John l.. Thompson. BY
stander, DeS Mojnes. Iit: W, \. Hill.
Protest. ST Joseph. Mo The sixteenth
annual meeting of the aS~uviatiun will
he held in Milwaukee, Wis
Franklin's paper the statesman., 1911-12-23
Operation Of Cotton Mill In
Texas Proves Successful
READY MARKETS FOR PRODUCTS

The Manufacture Of Cotton Fabrics by
the Promoters OF the Mill City Con
oern Is Evidence OF the Steady Ad-
vance Which the Race is Making In
the Business World.
Franklin's paper the statesman., 1911-12-23

Lincoln Emancipation Association.
The Lincoln Emancipation aSSocia-
ton in Brooklyn has begun active
preparations for the celebration of the
forty-eighth anniversary OF the issu-
ance OF that immortal documeu.
which declared freedom to the slaves.
Milford chronicle., 1911-06-23
new PRINCIPAL FOR MILTON

" Prof. J. Emory Chapman, formerly a
principal of the Georgetown Public
Schools, has been elected head of the
Milton school at a salary of $3.50 a year.
Prof Chapman at present resides near
Laurel and is said to be one of the great
est educators in the county. During his
stay here he made many warm friends,
and it was through his untiring efforts
that the Georgetown schools have at
tanned the high standard, which is cred
tied to them. 1t was largely through
him that it was made possible for the
schools here to run a commercial depart
ment in connection with them. He was
forced to relinquish his professorship of
the local schools two years ago because
of a nervous breakdown. By the selec-
ton of Prof. Chipman, Milton has gained
. citizen of whom she will be proud when
his true worth becomes known to the
people of the town a man who if given
half show will bring the school up to a
high state both morally and education
ally. Milton, in a sense, is to be envied
in securing a man of his calibre to con-
duct her school.
Milford chronicle., 1911-06-23
GEORGETOWN ELECT TEACHERS.

At meeting of the Georgetown Board
of Education held Friday night of last
week, elected Professor Harry White, a
teacher in one of the high schools of
Chester, Pa, principal for the ensuing
year. Mr.. White is a Sussex Countian
and is brother-in-law of Col. Robert G.
Houston and former City Councilman
Alfred B. Robinson. He comes highly
recommended to the residents of George
town. It was decided at the meeting to
increase the salary of the principal from
5000 to 81 900 for the next term. No
selection of teacher for the commercial
of the schools has thus far
been made, although, it is said, there
have been number ofapplicants for the
place.
Milford chronicle., 1911-06-23
ENTRIES FOR RACES FILLING UP.

Entries have been pouring in for the
Fourth OF July Races to be held at
GlenwOrth Farm Race Track at Mil.
ford, Delaware, and it is now assured
that every one of the classes will have
big fields and the contests will be the
most interesting ever held in this part
OF Delaware. The fact that nearly all
Of the horses have records on the big
tracks will make this one of the big
days Of sport. Among the hoTses al
ready entered are the following; Mr..
Herman OfPhiladelphiao onters Wilbert
2.24i and Little Lady, Mr.. E. o Nau-
ger Of Philadelphia enters Geo. R. Peck,
2.l21, Mr.. Andrew Brown Of Philadel
hia enters Belle Orator, 13I aud
Mabel NJ l9i. Mr.. Uber OF Philadelp-
hia enters H Blk 2.l5t, W. r. Hutten
lock Of Milford enters Gertrude Dillon,
Mr.. Frank Jackson Of Belmont Park
enters GaytOn's Best, Mr.. Jones Of
FELTON,, Delaware enters Helen and Mr..
Albert Wrinkle Of Philadelphia enters
Princess L. Mr. Bell OF Philadelphia
enters the fastest green trOtter Phila-
adelphia AeOIia by Walnut hall Your
four fast running horses have also been
and this class will be materially
increased. Mr. Huttenlock is also try
ing to arrange and mOtt likely will
secure for that day the great PAGER
Direct Omer, lO& Direct Omer is
matched to race EleB Brown. at Bel |
mont Track, Philadelphia on July %
tn. for S50O.a side. Such q big card has
never heen arranged for in the history Of
this section. The races will be given
at 2 p. M on July 4th but in
order to accommodate the crowds the
gates will open at noon. The first
eOmers in carriages or automobiles will
have the privilege OF occupying the in
field Of the track thus insuring them a
good view. Notwithstanding the fact
hat this will be the most expensive
series OF races ever given in Delaware
he prices OF admission will be the
Iame 25 cents admission and % cents
,XtTa for Grand Stand,
Milford chronicle., 1911-06-23
OUR CARD BASKET
Personal and Social Functions
During the Week

Carlisle Collins lie visiting in Buffalo
NY.
Mrs. Phenetts Parker is visiting in
DagsbOrO.
Miss Emily Jones is visiting friend.
in Elkton, Md.
John E. Truitt spent Sunday al
Ocean City Md.
Mrs Nathan H. Williams, OF Milton,
was visitor here on Wednesday.
Mrs Laura Billings. Of Philadelphia,
is visiting her aunt, Mrs. Priscilla Serb
ner.
Miss Elizabeth Emory Of Frederick
is the guest Of her sister, Mrs. Ira W..
Joseph.
Rev. Howard Warren OF Selbyville
visited his cousin Mrs J P. CaEmean
last week.
Miss Edna e. Barker is on an ex-
tended visit to California and the west.
ern coast.
James Stanton made an automobile
trip to Camden, N J., with his uncle
last Tuesday.
Mrs Wesley Ryan and son, or Hsr.
are the guesta Of Mrs. Martin
Emory, near town.
Mrs. Charles N. Cook and grand.
daughter Katherine Miller, of German.
town, are visiting Mrs. Il. L. Bun
stein.
Rev. w. Il. Savage is attending the
Baptist Worlds Alliance and the Nsrth.
eFn Baptist Convention in Philadelphia
this week.
Mrs. Harry RoOkstOOl and daughter
who have been visiting her
sister, Mrs. Ona Benson, have returned
10 their home in Philadelphia.
Misses Emily Jones, Dorothy War.
ZEN, Virginia saIevan, and G. Marshall
Townsend and Colonel Townsend made
m automobile trip to Newark and Will
ningtOn last Monday.
Mrs. L. A. Bennett attended the com.
at Western Maryland Col.
,ge last week and was accompanied
nome by her daughter Sara who lie
attending the institution.
WILDER NJ. Joseph, Assistant Post
master at the Milford Post Office, is
sking the week OF there being that
many days due him from the yearly
Allowance made to government em.
,lOyees.
Rev. H. L. Bunstein preached the
Z. NJ. e. A. sermon at Delaware Col.
ge Sunday from there he went to
CASTOR to attend the commencement
xcerises and Alumni Banquet Of
lafayette College.
Milford chronicle., 1911-06-23
CHURCH NEWS.

Presbyterian Church-The pastor will
preach in the morning at IL o'clock.
Subject, "The Lesson OF the SparrOws. )"
Sunday School at 10 o'clock. Lesson,
John the Baptist" Christian En-
deavOr at 7.8O p. M. Subject, "ChiRa. "
Baptist Day will be observed in the
Baptist Church Sunday morning The
Sabbath School and the congregation
will unitedly participate in the service
which will be Of great interest through
out. A cordial invitation is extended
to any who may come.
Christ Church.-2nd. Sunday after
Trinity, services at 80 and 10 80 a. m.
and p. m. Thursday (st' PETERS
Day. Holy Communion at 10 30 q. m.
During July and August there will be
no morning services on Sundays. The
evening services will be at z 80 O'Clock
and there will be a celebration Of the
Holy Communion each Monday at 80
q. m. until further notice.
M. P. rnacle.-Sunday Glass al
9 a. M. Preaching at 10 30 q. m. sub.
ject Followers OF God as dear Children.
Sunday School at 2 p. m. Christian
Endeavor 45 p. m. Rev. g. W. Baus.
cher will preach 745, he and his wife
will sing Sunday evening. Services,
Tuesday, Thursday and Friday even.
ings, don't forget to attend all the
above services. Children's Day services
will be held Sunday evening at Central
NJ. P. Church. Not being ready to lay
the corner stone on the Fourth the
will be made latter when
time will be set. Ladies Aid will hold
q supper at the Tabernacle on the fourth
also be followed in the evening with q
festival when ice cream aud many
other good things will be served. Sap
per is held for the benifit Of the new
church. Come and help good cause.
Milford chronicle., 1911-06-23
BURRSVILLE.

It was reported that the children's ex-
ercises which were held last Sunday even
ing, were the best ever held at Wesley
M. E. Church. It was due to the careful
training of the children on the part of
Miss Iva Russell and others. Being that
the classes have not reported, the collec-
ton will be reported later. The crowd
was so large that the seating capacity was
impossible and many we're uuable to see
the exercises. Potted plants, archways,
and back ground of red rambler rose
bush were the decorations.
Stanley RusselIis visiting Mr.. and Mrs.
Adam Hollsinger, of near Ridgley.
Mrs. Meta Lister and daughter, of
Hobbs, spent one day this week with
Mrs. Tilghman Harvey.
Miss Anna Hignet, of Concord, has
been spending a few days with her cousin,
Mrs. Thomas E. Cahall.
Grayson and William Sparks, of Den
ton, are spending their vacation with
their grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. VIM.
P. Stafford.
Mr.. and Mrs NJ. L. Wyatt and daugh-
ter, Evelyn, of Denton, spent Sunday
with Mr.. and Mrs. R. H. Dill.
W. G. Wooters carried his last befries
away for market last week.
Miss Ethel E. Cahall, who has been Wis
iting her grandfather, VIM. f. Cahall,
has returned to her home near FELTON,.
Mr.. and Mrs. Chas L. Cahall and son,
Ralph, and Mrs. Elizabeth Greenfield,
left Thursday for Philadelphia in their
Mrs. Annie Everngam and Mrs. Leila
Sparks, of Denton were guests of relatives
on Tuesday last.
Farmers are making use of the good
weather by harvesting their wheat
Mrs. Mary Graham has returned to her
home in Vernon after spending a few
days with relatives in town.
Miss Allie Hopkins, of Brownsville is
visiting her sister, Mrs. Otis Stafford.
Miss Florrie Dill spent two days this
week with her grandmother, Mrs. James
Voss.
Misses Iva Murphy and Bertha Baker
were Greenwood visitors Tuesday.
Mrs. Annie Downham and daughter, |
Mary, of Wyoming, have returned home
after a weeks visit with Mrs. M. J.
Cahall.
Miss Mary Chance gave a surprise party
on Tuesday evening last, in honor of her
brother, Howard, of Baltimore. Quite
number of our town folks attended and
a pleasant time was reported. Refresh
ments were served in abundance.
Milford chronicle., 1911-06-23
FARMERS DAY AT
DELAWARE COLLEGE

Last Monday was farmers Day at
Delaware College, and farmers from all
over the State were present. Every.
thing on the State Farm was open for
inspection by the visitors. A herd Of
IS Guernsey cattle attracted much at
tentiOn which was we'll merited. These
cattle were certainly beautiful. All Of
the stock on the farm is the very best.
Samples Of crops grown BY different
methods and under different conditions
were on exhibition. Several prominent
speakers gave talks in the afternoon
Many farmers from this neighbOThoOd
were in attendance.
Milford chronicle., 1911-06-23
SHORT LOCAL ITEMS
Condensed News Paragraphs
of a Local Nature

Farmers are busily engaged ia cutting
their wheat
Tomorrow the most Of the school
elections in Sussex County will be held.
Mrs. Mary E. Loflsnd is building a
large private garage which will be used
by her son, DR.. James P. LOflsnd.
ChiIdren's Day services at Oakley
NJ. P. Church next Sunday evening at
8 O'Clock. All are cordially invited.
Peter F. Causey has a new autOmo.
bile from Robinson and Webb, it is a
runabout and Of the Overland make.
Children's Day services are to be
held at Union NJ. E. Church Sunday
afternoon June 25th. All are invited.
The stoTk visited the home Of Captain
and Mrs J. A Hall on Tuesday morn.
ing OF this week and left them q fine
baby boy.
A box social will be held on the lawn
OF Armwell Quillen next Thursday
evening Proceeds for benefit ofchurch.
All are welcome.
The stoIk visited the home Of Mr..
and Mis-. Arlie Diekerson last Tuesday
evening and left fine baby boy. Arlie
j, very proud OF his new SON
The Ladies Aid Society Of New Mar
ket Church will meet at the home of
Mr.. and Mrs. James H. WaIreB on
evening, June oath. Every.
body il cordially invited.
Mrs. Charles Marine resolved q letter
this week from her son, T. Pierce
Marine, which was mailed at Colombo
India he was to leave there the next
day for Hamburg Germany from when
he was to go to England. Mr. Marine
is aboard q United States Battleship.
e. T. W. Williams has had q very
convenient garage built in the rear Of
bis home, as we'll ss having the pro.
Derty remOdeled which he recently
purchased from Mrs. Pratt, J. Harry
did the carpenter work, and
Marvel & Belts the decorating and
The members Of the Ladies Aid Of
he NJ. P. Tabernacle will give a
comedy drama in five acts entitled
'Al Martins Country Store" in ArmOry
Hall some time in July for the bene-
it Of the new church watch for the
late and also the characters IS there
will be twenty five in the cast.
The Light and Water Commissioners
IRE enlarging the plant by adding an.
,ther steam boiler OF l25 horse power,
which they have recently contracted
or. They are now building the fOun
IatiOn for this boiler. They are also
for a test OF water supply
With q view Of increasing same The
for this test was shipped Oy
he steamer Greensboro on Tuesday.
Milford chronicle., 1911-06-23
MILFORD BOY Won MEDAL.

Charles M. Hall, of Philadelphia,
formerly q Milford boy, won . fine
medal at the closing exercises Of the
Senior Boys Branch Ofthe John Wana.
maker Commercial Institute which
were held June 9th. The medal was
given for good scholarship and good
mark in military work, be having been
Lieutenent Of one Of the companies at
the place. His company was one Of
the best drilled at the Institute.
Milford chronicle., 1911-06-23
REAL ESTATE SALES.

Charles NJ. Hammond has sold a very
desirable building lot adjoining his
home on Lake Avenue. Purchaser
George R. Bennett, consideration not
given.
Charles NJ. Hammond Real Estate
Broker, has sold this week 80 acres Of
the NOSES Harrington farm, for Short
and Hall, this farm lie located near
Harrington Delaware. Purchaser is
q. E. Compton, consideration $1,000
cash. This tract Of land adjOins Mr..
COmptOH's home and makes him a
very desirable farm.