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WOMEN who are restless, with
~, constant change of position, 'fidget-
experience fainting or dizzy spells, or nervous
headache and wakefulness are usually sufferers
from the weaknesses of their sex
The Colorado statesman., 1915-01-09
AFR0-AMER|CAN CU[[|NCS

house that we live in so often has thu
gate off the hinge, the fence palini
gone, windows and doors broken ant
the plastering knocked off. Let us ac
quire wealth and intelligence so fas
that the world will forget our povert!
and ignorance. Let us be so thrift!
and industrious that people will hav'
no time to talk about our carlessnesi
and idleness. One big, definite
fact in the direction of achievement
and construction will go farther in Sc
curing rights and removing preiudicei
than many printed pages of defense
and explanation"
The Colorado statesman., 1915-01-09

John b. Keys, who came to Okla
homa as a homesteader in 1891, with
$65 in his pockets, is one of the wealth
lest Negroes in Okmulgee, a thriving
city within 80 miles of Muskogee, rich
in oil and gas properties. Keys owns
a solid block of two-story brick build
ings in the heart of the best business
section, with 16 cottages and six store
buildings, and has the respect Of his
white and black competitors in busi-
ness.
During the depression of 1897, Keys
and his wife, like thousands of other
pioneers in Oklahoma, had to undergo
many hardships and sustain heavy
losses. For days and days they had
scarcely enough to eat. They had to
go into the woods and gather acorns
from which they made soup and por-
ridge. Today his rents amount to
1000 a month, from 500, 900 worth of
buildings, and his receipts from the
sale of groceries amount to $1,000 a
day.
DR.. Booker T. Washington. as presi-
dent of the National Negro Business
league, has urged his people to get off
the defensive in explaining why the
The Colorado statesman., 1915-01-09

Last year there were overfiows and
excessive rainfalls. Many Negroes
were unable to make crops at all,
especially where they depended upon
one crop. A few made some corn and
cotton. There is no market for the
cotton. They have raised no food
stuff. There is no cash to be got
ten. Acute distress prevails among
these people. Ask any so-called coun-
try banker how many Negroes are
begging loans, and his reply will give
a fair answer to the conditions every
where. Something must be done to
prevent the repeated recurrence of
these distressful conditions. VIII the
authorities embrace the opportunity
for constructive work among the Ne
gro farmers of Texas? The opportu-
nifty lies in the well equipped agri-
cultural department of the state col
lege at Prairie View and the inaugu-
ration in connection Herewith of ex-
tension work for the popular educa-
kon of these Negro farmers in con-
formation with the provisions of the
Smith-Lever bill. which work is being
directed by Hon. Clarence Ousley of
College Station. Texas. To utilize
the plant at Prairie View in this direc-
The Colorado statesman., 1915-01-09

Some weeks ago, through our south
ern papers, 1 made a suggestion that
each Negro family raise one or more
additional pig this year in order to
help bring about more prosperity in
the South. l have been surprised to
note how we'll the suggestion has been
received and how many are following
1t; one minister in Uniontown went
SO far as to organize pig club in his
church
Now, want to make one other sug-
gestion, that, in my opinion, is of still
greater and more practical impor-
tance. For months the great cry has
been all through the South to stop
growing cotton or reduce the acreage
Chambers of commerce, business
leagues, state legislatures, and other
bodies have passed resolutions with
out number urging that we in the
South stop growing so much cotton.
To stop growing cotton is very easy;
In fact, it Is always easy to stop work.
but merely to stop growing cotton is a
mere negative proposition and will
not, fear, leave the South much bet
ter off than 1t is at present. If we de-
stroy. or cripple, great industry, we
should be very sure to have another,
or number of others equally good to
put in its place. In this connection
it should be kept in mind as a matter
fgreat Importance, that if the labor
once leaves the farm by reason of
changing crops it will be very difficult
to get the labor to return to the farm
in after years.
The great cry is to grow food crops.
That is well, but one must keep in
mind that the great masses of Negroes
who have actually grown The most of
the cotton in the South for years, and
in the South, do not hear of the reso-
lutions that are passed by these va
rious bodies. These people have been
trained to grow nothing but cotton
and do not know how to grow any
thing else. In fact, in many cases,
they have not been permitted and are
not now permitted to grow anything
else!
We must also bear in mind that the
largest land owners seldom visit their
plantations, some not more than once
or twice a year, and hence can be of
little service in teaching these Negro
tenants how to change all at once
from cotton-producing crop to a
food-producin- crop.-Booker Wash
ington, in the Birmingham Age-Her-
aid.
The Colorado statesman., 1915-01-09

Hampton institute is proud of the
excellent record that has been made
by the rank and file of its students.
The women graduates and former
students are engaged in work which
aims to elevate the home, the school,
and the community in the Tital things
of life. The Hampton men have been
pioneer workers in agricultural and
industrial enterprises. They lave sac
rificed their personal comforts to en-
gage in uplift work for their people.
Since Hampton aims to train young
men and women to earn an honest liv-
ing and help their respective races, it
has combined with rare success the
education.
DIR. George p Phenix, vice-president
of Hampton institute, has said: Moral
qualities, which in the aggregate
make strong character as we'll as eco-
nomic efficiency, are developed
through this combination of industrial
work by day and academic work by
night, as they could not be by either
alone, and longer hours are made pos
sible in the trade, agricultural, and do
mestic science departments.
Every student in the trade school
has one hour of study early in the
morning, eight hours of work in the
trade school, and two hours of aca.
demic work in the evening period.
This makes II hours day. outside of
which he must get time for meals, the
care of his room, religious services
and recreation. Yet the students gain
in health, in skill, in scholarship and in
character"
The Colorado statesman., 1915-01-09

ton will do more to build up a better
class of Negro citizens in this state
than any other one agency. Its wis
dom will Immediately manifest itself
in increased production of larger
variety of crops. The organization of
this extension work among Negro
farmers at this time is urgent. The
effort will meet a hearty response
from grateful people. a patient,
hard-working people.-Wade C. Rol-
Inns, in the Houston Post.
The Colorado statesman., 1915-01-09

Expert botanists have found that the
age of trees can be told by the leaf
markings. the older the tree the
smaller and more numerous its leaf
cells.
The Colorado statesman., 1915-01-09

The reform bug seldom crawls un.
der the hat of the man who is holding
down fat-salaried official job.
The Colorado statesman., 1915-01-09

Because of its lake and coastwise
trade the United States ranks second
in the number and tonnage of vessels
engaged in commerce. but sixth
among the nations in foreign trade.
The Colorado statesman., 1915-01-09

process has been devised by which
rubber is made to cling to steel.
The Colorado statesman., 1915-01-09

Office holders whom the gods would
destroy are first made indifferent tc
the wishes of the people.
The Colorado statesman., 1915-01-09

Capt. Daniel Powers of Maryville
Pa, is said to have made 5000 voy-
ages in the Susquehanna river as a
raftsman.
The Colorado statesman., 1915-01-09

In ten years France has spent $780,
600. 900 on aerial war equipment.
The Colorado statesman., 1915-01-09

Among other centenaries that have
been celebrated lately was that o,
iodine.
The Colorado statesman., 1915-01-09

A galloway will soon span the Nj
agara river over the whirlpool.
The Colorado statesman., 1915-01-09

Il have known of the work Of the
Boley. Okla, for some time. Am ac'
quainted with John C. Leftwich, the
president. The college is to be turned
over to the Christian church. Brother
Leftwich is man of ability, thor
oughly reliable, Christian, and is the
best representative of his race, work
ing for the Christian church, among
the colored people of the state.
am glad to commend him to the breth'
rem and can assure them that any con-
tribution will assist one of the most
worthy enterprises with which l am
acquainted. Receive him in the Lord.
The need cannot be overstated
Yours in him,
-. II. o. SMITH"
The man who bears such letter
from J. II. o. Smith as that given
above needs no further Endorsement
as to his integrity or ability. We have
recently had the pleasure of meeting
President Leftwich and going over his
plans. We unhesitatingly indorse his
theory of voluntary segregation. The
Negro must work out his own problem
just as every other race must do, and
the presence, in close contact, or in a
mixed population of another race, so
acteristics as is the Anglo-SaXon, in.
variablg comes to be hindrance to
true progress-Christian Standard.
The Colorado statesman., 1915-01-09

The school of experience is not q
pay y-as-you-enter" institution, but col
lections are always made somewhere
along the line.
The Colorado statesman., 1915-01-09

For the blind there has been invent
ed watch with the hours marked by
raised dots and dashes so that it can
be read by the sense of touch.
The Miller press. [volume] (Miller, S.D.) 190?-current, 1915-12-23
S. ID. CITY CLAIMS TO
BE RICHEST IN u. S,

Webster. Dec. Webster LAYS
claim to being the richest city in the
United States per capita basing ITS
claims on the bank deposits of the
three banks made a few days ago,
which totals $l.050. 1914. IA. Last
summers census gave Webster LAO
population, thus giving a per capita
wealth of $917 80,
For years Prescott, Ariz held the
distinction of being the richest city
with a total deposits of 1929. 1856,
and a population of 5000 per capita
wealth OF $3.50.
One thing that makes Webster
proud of its record is the fact that
it has no mining or manufacturing
industries TO increase the volume Of
its deposits. Practically every cent
on deposit in the local banks was
produced from the soil of Day coun-
The Miller press. [volume] (Miller, S.D.) 190?-current, 1915-12-23

A brief announcement of the death
of Mrs j. c.. Thomas last FRIDAY
reached the city yesterday. She
died at the home of her daughter
Mrs Creager in northeast Hand
county, after a brief illness. She
was born in Pennsylvania and was
about rs or II years of age. She
was married to J. C. Thomas in 1853
and moved to Kansas the following
year.
In the fall of 1882 the family came
to Burdette, where they were prom
inent in the county's early history.
The husband died four years ago,
after so years of happy welded life.
The mother, an estimable christian
lady, is survived by seven children,
named below.
No details of the funeral were OBJ
tainable, but it is presumed the re-
mains would be buried beside those
of the husband on the homestead
near Burdette.
The Miller press. [volume] (Miller, S.D.) 190?-current, 1915-12-23
VILLA GIVES UP
WILL COME TO u. S.

Ell Paso, Tex. Dec. 20.-It is re-
ported that in return for amnesty
for himself and his followers, and a
safe conduct through the United
States, Villa is willing to turn his
military forces oyer to Carranza.
and is willing to come to the United
States and co operate for the restor.
alton of peace in Mexico.
At a conference of military offi.
cials Of the United States with Car
rama and Villa, Villas representa-
lives asked immunity for Villa and
his followers if they crossed un'
harmed into the United States.
One report has it that Villa vii
enter the Chautauqua circuit as I
lectu rer il he is allowed to settle IL
this country.
The Miller press. [volume] (Miller, S.D.) 190?-current, 1915-12-23
Thirty Fifth Year.
CHRISTMAS
THE CHURCHES
How, When and Where Christ.
mas Will Be Observed

Another year has rolled around
and with it comes the happiest of
happy evenings for the children,
Christmas Eve. 1t will be properly
observed in Miller this wear as usual,
and throughout the country prepar-
atoms are being made for neighbor-
hood Christmas trees to be held at
some home or rural school house.
Interesting programs of readings
and musical numbers by the S. S.
children will be held at the various
churches in this city and an invita-.
ton is extended to the public to at
tend and enjov this happy occasion
with the children.
AT st. Anne's church the Christ
mas service will be held on Christmas
morning at 9 o'clock, taking the
place of the usual midnight mass on
Christmas Eve.
Christmas Day will be largely
given owe to reunions Of families
and friends and in many homes,
where there are children. there will
be private Christmas trees.
The Miller press. [volume] (Miller, S.D.) 190?-current, 1915-12-23
A WHITE
GOOD FOR A

The old idea that cold weather
and snow was necessary 10 good
trade in the mercantile business was
a bit exploded during the fine fall
weather of November and the first
half Of December. During that
time merchants of Miller report re-
cord breaking trade.
However, those who believe in
the ancient idea of trade benefits
from the other conditions may now
be satisfied also, s a two inch snow
last week, followed by fine weather,
should produce the desired condi-
tions.
Those who believe a white Christ
mas prevents a green graveyard"
likewise have their wish in the light
coat of snow.
Whether there is anything in these
beliefs beyond sentiment is uncer-
tain. But there are some points Of
benefit. The doctors say snow and
moisture clarifying the atmosphere
will stop the epidemic Of colds
that has been prevalent throughout
the northwestern states this fall.
and a light snow. to moisten things
a hit without Interfering with work
or hauling. is considered a good
thing by stocknen.
Come to think of it," this hasn't
been half a bad year all around.
And If a fellow has any Of the ele-
ments of t~hankfulness and good
cheer in his make up. he ought to
be able to let a little of it break
through the surface during the
holidays.
The Miller press. [volume] (Miller, S.D.) 190?-current, 1915-12-23
MAY BEAT HUBBY
SAYS KANSAS JUDGE

Kansas City.-Perry Brasher was
in police court in Kansas City, Kan,
charged by his wife with disturb
ance of the peace and assaulting her.
Mrs Brasher testified her husband
had an ungovernable temper. threw
his Sunday dinner off the table and
struck her for correcting their child
Brasher said he merely pushed his
wife.
THE way to correct such fellows
as vou," said the judge. us to LEI
you take some of your own medicine.
| am going to give your wife per.
mission-and 1 want her to use her
privilege-to beat you up in any
way she pleases for the next two
weeks. then | want both of you to
report to me. We will see how il
works out"
The Miller press. [volume] (Miller, S.D.) 190?-current, 1915-12-23
HOME
CONTRIBUTIONS

Mrs w. H. Waters, Miller, S.
D., | am enclosing you a receipt for
the full amount sent in from friends
and citizens by Yourself and Mrs
Ostrander. We certainly appreciate
the splendid sum which expresses
the confidence. good will and inter-
est of your people in our work. We
have always had very loyal friends
in Miller.
In a period of % years we have
gathered 2,l12 children. Often we
cannot do all we would like, but
feel safe in saving that the condition
of every child taken in the Home is
bettered. A large majority have
gone into splendid private homes.
Yours truly.
A. ID. Stuckeman,
Supt. ChiIdren's Home. 500 Falls"
The Miller press. [volume] (Miller, S.D.) 190?-current, 1915-12-23
CORN TEST
NOW NEEDED

How much of the corn crop of
1915 is good for seed? This impor-
tent question is now interesting far
mers OF this locality. If a consider
able per cent of 1t is good seed, it
should be known and taken care of,
because many other localities have
very little seed corn from their 1915
crop. Tests are being made thus
early to decide this poirt.
Grain men state that there il also
considerable corn in the county
from the 1914 crop. which was es
pecially good as a seed crop. 1t
looks at this time as If it would pay
any farmer who has good hard corn
to test its seed quality.
The Miller press. [volume] (Miller, S.D.) 190?-current, 1915-12-23
STAR
INSTALLATION

At a regular meeting Of Crescent
Chapter No. 4 .. f. S. held at the
Masonic hall Tuesday evening the
newly elected and appointed officers
were installed. Past Patron G.. C..
Briggs acted as installing officer and
Ada Miller installing marshal. At
the close of the session a banquet
was served at the Northwestern
hotel. The new officers are:
Luverna Wilson, w. M.
G. G. Briggs. w. P.
Agnes Battersby. A. M.
Leila Leyson, Sec'y.
Emma Morrow, Treas.
Marie Taylor. Con.
Adta Ostrander, A. c.
Bessie Bard, Ruth
Leyantia Bard. Martha
Harriet Erb, Electa
Lille Linsley, Marshal
Matte Woodruff, Chaplain
Gertrude Briggs. Organlst
E. A, Linsley. Sentinel
The Miller press. [volume] (Miller, S.D.) 190?-current, 1915-12-23
CHEER
HOW TO FIND 1T
Putting the Joy Into Other Lives
A Good Sentiment

How shall we approach Christmas
and realize its greatest benefits. its
beautiful! sentiments? The ideal
Christmas must be a frame of mind
"a mental condition. With the
proper condition or frame of mind
the beauties of Christmas may be
enjoyed by all mankind. rich and
poor, as often demonstrated down
the ages. Without that condition
of mind an ideal Christmas would
be an impossibility.
What that condition of mind is
and how to acquire it may we'll en-
gage the best efforts of philosophers
Can we not in this case accept on
faith a lesson from the Good Book
which tells us 1T is more blessed to
give than to receiver" Perhaps ITS
acceptance would create just that
proper frame of mind. 1t is worth
trying.
Put a bit of thought into Christ
mas giving-what you can afford.
Make the dear ones happy because
you remembered them.
There are others who deserve
your remembrance, among them
that generous, seIf-sacrificlng, hard.
working citizen who tries to smooth
your sorrows at the grave of your
loved ones. who comforts you wher
sick. who performs YOUR marriage
ceremony. your child's christening,
who has ever a kindly smile and 9
cherry word for you-the minister.
Give him one Christmas thought
of appreciation for his labors. He
deserves it. and you owe it, because
he is performing duties for your
community, your friends, your fam.
lily that you could not perform your
self. Doee he not deserve your
word of encouragement and appre.
ciatlon? You know he does!
The Miller press. [volume] (Miller, S.D.) 190?-current, 1915-12-23
GREATEST CROP
EVER GROWN
December Crop Report Places
Value at Five Billion

Washington, Dec. 20.-The great
est prosperity message ever recorded
was issued this week when the de-
partment of agriculture at Wash
ington made public the revised crop
reports. Never before in the his
tory of the country have Uncle
Sans harvest reached the enormous
figures, both as to production and
value, as those of the 1915 garnering
Based on prices paid farmers on
Dec. / the total value of the leading
farm products reaches the astound-
ing figure of SIS, $50, 900 600. This
exceeds last years record yield by
$415, 00O, 900 and is greater than the
average value Of crops during the
five year period 1909 Is by $685.
600, 0G0.
The Miller press. [volume] (Miller, S.D.) 190?-current, 1915-12-23
INDIANS WINNERS
IN BOTH GAMES

The basket ball team from the
Pierre Indian School arrived in Miller
Friday morning for games with the
town and high school teams. The
visitors proved to be winners in both
games. winning oyer the town boys
Friday evening bv a score Of 81 to
q, and defeating the high school
boys IS to l3 Saturday evening.
Those playing for the high school
were McCullen. Schmeiter. Wyland.
Erb and Sellers, and on the town
team we're Conner, Ines. Butler,
Spain and Walsh.