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The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1921-12-03
RELIGION or HUMANITY
By Baird Mitchell

T is impossible that all men should see all things
4 in the same light, owing to variations in capacity
for observation, in development Of brain, in natural
bent and educational drift Of thought. and from
various other causes which are plain to every student Of
human nature. II is doubtless well for US that there is
this diversity among men, else this would be a very
tame world. If all were true Christians there would
be no work Of reformation for Christians to perform.
If there were no temptations to sin there would be no
particular, virtue in goodness. 1t is impossible for the
mind to reason itself into the belief that white is black
or that the sun rises in the west there are propositions
outside the realm Of natural facts, propositions widely
divergent in their character. which some minds can
never accept as positive truths. Thus it seems that We
are here in accordance with a great plan of the Uni
Yerse-here to struggle with conditions and circum-
stances that seem essential to our growth and develop
mcnt as rational beings. and without which we should
be mere passive instruments in the hands of Mature,
as characterless and helpless as The log that floats
upon the current Of the river, outward and onward to
some unknown sea.
We look around US and we see doubters on every
side-honest and thoughtful doublers-doubleE
thronging the avenues Of rade-scientihc doubters-
good men and noble women, who aim to walk up
rightly in the world who pay their honest debts, who
wrong no man, who do not p~roiteer or defraud. and
whose hearts. are filled with good will towards all The
race. We know that they exist in vast numbers. and
that they are seemingly beyond the reach of conyic-
ton Of the errors Of their opinions. And yet are they
wholly without religious feeling2 Surely not if the
exercise of clarity, brotherly love, and all those virtues
which adom human character count for anything.
Again, we look around us and we behold misery,
crime and Ignorance evegwhcre-fetlow-bcing
g%royeling in grossness, and dead to every impulse Of a
noble manhood. We see on every hand The result
Of violated law-chIdren robbed Of their natural
blidhright TO healthful bodics-the world Pcopled with
moral deformities-the strong expressing the weak
might prevailing over right. Here is a field for be-
levers and unbelievcrs alike-a common ground for
usefulness that should know neither sect or sex. 1t is
the broad field of humanity. where all true men and
women can meet and work to a common purpose. And
how vast The work, how great The need of clear con-
cePtions Of human duty. and Of enlightened under
standing that makes lis pathway plain.
When mankind stops wasting its substance Of
brain power and physical effort upon distractions, and
lays its hand firmly TO the plow-share of practical
reform, we shall have less use for prisons, for asylums
for the INDECENT and insane-less poverty and in
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1921-12-03
Water Supply Is
Subject for Talk

Fafrmont's water supply Will pc
the subject OF Rev. C. H. Kings
before sermon talk at the First NJ.
E. church tomorrow evening.
Tomorrow morning Rev. King
will preach on The Desire OF Az
Nations" There will be special
music at the morning and evening
service.
will be a trio, Hear Our Prayer.
BY Mrs. T. E. johnson. Mrs. Har-
old schwarm. and Mrs. H. E.
Hartrich. -,
In the evening Rev. King will
preach on "Im?assable Barriers
Two special anthems viii be sung
BY the choir-"God So Loved the
world" and Magnifcat in F. Mrs.
Schwar mwi1l sing, Tomorrow
Comes the Song" by Ambrose.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1921-12-03
TO
THE EDITOR
Weston W. Va,

Nov. 80, 1921.
Editor The West vlrginianl-
Sir: The enclosed letter explains
itself. A great many OF our read
ers were large contributors and
will be glad to hear Of tho success
Of the drive. Kindly give this
letter the publicity It deserves and
obIlge.
Yours very truly,
THOMAS j. GILLooLY,
Chairman for West Virginia Of the
American Committee for Relief
In Ireland.
81 Chambers St. N. Y.
Nov. IL, 1921.
MI. Thomas Gillooly. Chairman,
American Committee for Relief in
Weston, Lewis County. W. Va,
My Dear Mr.. Glllooly:
The writer, who recently arriy-
ed from Ireland 10 confer with the
National Executive of the Amer
lean Committee for Relief in Ire
land on various matters connected
with the administration OF Amer
lean Relief In his country, regrets
very much that the briefness Of his
stay in the United States prevents
q personal visit to Weston to
thank you and your committee.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1921-12-03
RUFF STUFF

Happy is the bride the sun shines
And that being the case q knowl.
edge OF the exact location Of the
court house will be superfluous in
formation for
The two turtle doves today.
It do seem a shame that with q
band all 49,.
And a sort o tazzy welding march
That nobody got to dancs at the
weddin'.
Who could dance on the court
house steps
We would rise to inquire.
Since the bootlegger's union
didn't come acros with a donation
The dry sleuths could be trusted
to defective the wedding presents.
But no shaking Of that case of
baked beans.
All wedding presents that are
white elephants
VIII be a~uctioned off on the court
house steps next Friday.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1921-12-03

Glosa Ii es5c1e1a has
rec ~ pa AEl4n AEala
htom G9namt
ana3nea
thayraiiek mRda GIt4k46le through
Gt6is tmdnsy has Observation-Disclosures
Without raEGpd tpigeltgtops o. poll
teal conaideradop,
! ] uRderHtand from the a. @. r.
/. executive that approximately
$2,5O0r00O additional wnl be avail
able for further relief, and the
knowledge Of this will be most en-
couraging to my colleagues, faced,
as they are, with a great task dur.
ing the coming winter, even I
peace comes, and a greater n Il
wal In Ireland begins anew The
treasurer's office here informs me
that the people OF West Virginia
have contributed S27. 5S4 SO 10 re
lief In Ireland. On their behalf.
and behalf Of your co-workers OF
the West Virginia Committee for
Relief in Ireland, please accept. my
dear Mr.. Gillooly. the grateful
thanks of the Irish White Cross
Executive. and OF the people OF
ireland. we shall never forget how
you have helped us IN u hour OF
trial.
In due purse the White Cross
will render the American Commit
tee a detailed accounting OF the
distribution Of the American funds
and thus enable the latter to Issue
its seport to the American public,
with assurance Of appreciation
for your own UNITING efforts on
behalf OF the Irish PEOPLE, beg to
remain.
JAMES G. DOUGLAS,
Treasurer, Irish White Cross
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1921-12-03
Suggestions to Gift Seekers

A piece OF fine leather is a fascinating possession,
and when fashioned Irto a smart little Hand Bag 1t bsH
comes a treasure. This holiday collection offers Vart-
ETY. unending IN the newest shapes and color. Also
Beaded Bags OF supreme elegance, and delightful novel;
ties in yelrets and duveyns. Prices are specially ranged
for gift,sclection.
A bit of color with your costume! We have the
very thing in our newest imports of fine hand-spun linen
Haudkerchlcfs. They may be of solid color, or With
colored center or border, as you please Or for the
more conservativeIy inclined, there arc sheer all-Ehits
ones, haud-embrotdered or with tiny real lace aagtpgR'
The choice is endless and the new prices are pleasing:
Corduroy Room Robes for Holiday Giving-Warm
enough to be OF decided practical use. lovely enough to
give keen delight in possession. Wide and narrow vale
Corduroy fashioned into both slip-on Robes and coat
styles, lined throughout. Becoming soft tones such "a
rose. wisteria. old blue, grey and mauYo. a charming
gift at a modest price.
Frivolous bits Of Intriguing daintiness, our ador-
able Boudoir Caps will thrill any feminine heart,
Camisoles, matching the Caps in material, color 9pa
garniturc, make up the enchanting set-a fascinating
gift for any Lady Dainty. Delightfulz varied assort
ments in the Christmas groups.
Preparing for a rainy day is not the pessimistIc thing
it sounds, II our smart Umbrellas are under considera21
ton. They are the wager stubby kind, for the most
part, that look 80 distinguished. Handles in 1afiintts
variety and covers OF excellent silks in mOdish colors. a
thoughtful gift, and a valued one.
For wearing quality nothing can compare with
practical tricot silks and their beauty and datnttuess are
self evident. Courtneys' Vests and Bloomers were secur-
ed through q particularly fortunate purchase for special
selling.
New Hats for tho Christmas -
your fancy approves the romantic grace Of the Spanish
mode or tho chic smartness sponsored by Paris, ths
distinguished group OF Millinery Is bound to interest
you. Trig Turbans and Toques for the tailleur, curving
Capelines for afternoon. dashing models for evening af-
fairs. all boast a festive Christmas air and a special
Christmas price.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1921-12-03

and through you the people Of
West Virginia who contributed SO
generously on behalf OF the victims
Of the warfare In Ireland. But for
the effective nationwide dlstribu-
ton Of relief during the past year
By the Irish White Cross. there Is
no telling what would be the
plight Of thousands OF women and
children In Ireland today. And It
is due to the splendid support
which We have received from the
people OF the United States
through the American Committee
for Relief that the White Cross has
been able 10 cope with tho terrible
situation in Ireland and to main
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1921-12-03

Theatrical people IN Paris are launching 2
movement to check coughing in the theaters. II IS
declared that rs per cent Of the coughing IN
audiences Is Unnecessary and can be AVOIDED. TINS
ia largely true, as was demonstrated in the Sunday
"a bernacle crowds in Falrmont last winter. BY his
,ronclad determination to do away with this kind
OF interruption, Mr.. Sunday was able to put a
noticeable restraint upon offenders.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1921-12-03

nFarmeds" no Take Trip

The "Farmlngton Farmers'
along with Coach Tom" Sawyer
are all set for the big Trlp',
Thursday, December 15 they WILL
play Moundsyille; Friday, Ben
wood, and Saturday, Shadyside,
Ohio. These are some OF the best
High School teams in the Wheel
Ing or Upper Ohio Valley district
and II the Farmers can win oil
three games 1t win be q big boost
for them. But winning these
games will not make a successful
season, and the rest OF the season
must be prepared for.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1921-12-03
FRIDAY EVENING. NOVEMBER 20. 1921.

According to an estimate Of the National Con-
ference OF Unemployment there has been a decrease
of over a million in the ranks Of the unemployed
during the past few weeks. This ia 4 most generous
figure and many will question It, but there is not a
doubt but that tho work of this Conference In
organizing a nation wide movement to supply work
for the man needing a job. has been most effective
and brought relief in substantial style.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1921-12-03
IN WASHINGTON.

WASHINGTON D. G.. Dec. s.
Among the West Ylrginians In the
Capital are A. H. Toothman, OF
Fairmont, who came hero to take
an examination for Reinstatement
IN the internal revenue service;
State Senator A. H. HelnIGk, OF
Parsons; Edgar G. Myer, Of DAVIS;
H. H. Lanham, of Fairm9nt, and
Carl R.. Ellison, AmericanIzptiou of
ficer for Mcdowell County Post,
American Legion, of WEIGH.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1921-12-03

Judge Nelson E. johnson has ruled that a bee
has a right to roam at will in rendering a decision
where suit was brought against a man for keeping
vicious bees. What about bugs. we ask? There
are lots of bugs not exactly eligible for the bug
house who are roaming at will, and who. in our
opinion, ~ought>to have some restrictions put upon
their liberty.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1921-12-03

Seventy-six complaints were reg
istered at the city building, we IN,
derstand against Kip for obstruct-
ing the view.
Folks %journeyed here plumb from
Pharaoh's Run and never got to sec
the bride.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1921-12-03

Mrs. Elsie Fetty and Mrs. Sadie
Ice wers Shopping in Fqtrmont'
Thursday.
Il. D. Parrish and Luther Muir
ply were business visitors in Fair
mont Friday.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1921-12-03
Each Day Should Get Some
Christmas Problems Solved

Come where help Is SO obvious: where every win
dow and show case, every Coupler and shelf, gives helPS
full answers to end gift worries. ~
1t is infinitely easier to select g]itt-thtngs than # ts
to THINK THEM UP. when there is nothing but blank
space before ones eyes.
Come where the complete Christmas Book is open
and all the gif:-picturcs are desirable realities that org
may pick out and end the study.
How may We help you today7
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1921-12-03
Quartet Here Monday

The Elks Quartet of Fairmont
will give u concert at the High
School Auditorium, Monday eve
ming. The quartet Is brought here
by the Woman's Club.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1921-12-03
At Funeral

Many local people attended the
funeral OF w. P. Moran, LOCAL
druggist who died here Saturday
ut LittletOh Wednesday.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1921-12-03

The week Of meetings at tho
NJ. f. Church South, closed We'd
nesday night. Rev. Peters their
pastor was the preacher.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1921-12-03
The Heart Of an Acorn

IN THE heart of an acorn there is little cot
tage built for two. There is q Home, Sweet
Home.
In the heart Of this same acorn are chairs,
tables, limbs for the fire, a crib and a coffin.
In the heart of the acorn is q sheltering tree
that may protect you, may protect me.
In the heart of the acorn are many useful
and wonderful things, but it takes time and toll
to develop these things.
In the heart of the acorn is an Opportunity,
but you cannot live with this Opportunity until
time has its way and toll it's pay-The Silent
Partner.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1921-12-03

where Mr., Fleming will consult a
specialist.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1921-12-03

Mr.. and Mrs. Fred Fleming left
for Pittsburgh Thursdy night
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1921-12-03

Blue Devil hits the bottom, others
the tn9@AdH
Arizona republican., 1921-04-22

proceed in disregard Of the national government. The states then must ask for the needed legislation and it Is proposed after the first meeting Of the commissioners, which will probably be held in Denver. to go on to Washington and ask for an ap- proxal of the work of the commis- sionerS
 Nor would the filing by the Los Angeles citizens on the water power sites cinch those sites for them There IS a federal power commission to be considered in the cases of sites on interstate streams The government is not going recklessly to release its grip until it has learned what use is to be made of the sites.
 As has been stated. two sites for a dam across the Colorado have been under investigation, one in Boulder canycn and the other in Black can- yon, about 22 miles this side of the Boulder creek site. It has been pro- posed to construct a dam TOO feet high at the former site, which would back up the waters for 50 miles and would contain all of the flood waters of the river.
 Word was received yesterday that the government had withdrawn the Boulder creek site from entry.
Arizona republican., 1921-04-22

appreciation of the soldiers for the flowers that were sent:
 Tn acknowledging receipt of three crates of roses and one box of sweet peas which were so kindly sent for distribution amongst the patients of the U. S. public health hospital No. 50. I am addressing you personally in the sincere hope that you will convey to all. others who were re- sponsible for this meritorious and greatly appreciated activity, the many thanks of the committee on which it was my great privilege to act in the distribution of so beautiful and timely gift. Could the nu- merous. gatherers of these flowers have witnessed the smiles of cheer which they brought to the sufferers for whom the war is not yet, we are sure that they would feel amply re- warded for this thoughtfulness and effort. As chairman or a committee whose duty 1t is to attempt to bright en the wearisome days of hospital life Gin many cases the few remain ing days of life) for these boys, I will ask you to keep. the matter in mind. and assist us in such ways as you may from time to time see an opportunity to do so, because this activity Is not but is an obligation which is local. state and nation wide, and requires but small effort on the part of indi- viduals to render a service which
 means. enormous returns in good
Arizona republican., 1921-04-22
NEW CITIZEN VOICES
 APPREC|AT|ONOF US.

The saying that the United States is more appreciated by those from other lands than by its own children is borne out in a little statement jotted down Tuesday by Mary Topale. one of the Al persons who were ad- mitted to citizenship by Judge Saw telle of the federal court. Mrs. To- pale is native of Russia and has been in this country 10 years and in this valley eight. She is proprietor of the Mountain Health resort in Paradise valley.
 Mrs. Topale made her first day as an American citizen the occasion for setting down in writing her apprecia- tion of America, as follows:
 T was naturalized today and am proud to have become a citizen of this wonderful country My heart was always full of gratitude to America and to her trustful. open-hearted spirit of kindness and trustfulness to that leads to universal success.
 ITO appreciate all the privileges of America one should have lived in the old world, Europe.
 T will not enumerate details. but will state in general that every step in America shows me how far it has advanced in every way. I only wish with all my heart for Europe to fol- low great America. whose main prin- ciple is humanity"
Arizona republican., 1921-04-22
MANY INQUIRIES FUR
 PASTURE RECEIVED

Many inquiries for pasture in Ari zona are being received daily by Ed stephens, secretary of the livestock sanitary board, who believes that every owner of pasture should avail himself of the opportunity of dispos- ing of pasture at going price.
 Most of the ranchers planted grain too late this season and should now take advantage of the demand for pasture. declares MT. Stephens. who asks that ranchers having pasture to lease notify him in order that he might furnish information to the cattlemen
 Mir Stephens believes that Yuma county and the Salt River valley should furnish pasture for Arizona cattle which suffered from range conditions during the winter and early spring.
 The better price market which Mr stephens predicted some time ago has been borne out in the price pro- cured by the Burnt Ranch Cattle company from California buyers of S cents. Ten days ago beef brought Ih cents a pound and Mir. Stephens advised cattlemen to hold for higher prices. The northwestern states have exhausted their supply of fat cattle. while few are left in California. ac- cording to information given out at the livestock sanitary board.
Arizona republican., 1921-04-22

Confidence is merely a psychology of the mind If you don't believe in your country, join the ranks of the pessimists- If you do believe in the future of your country. join the ranks of the optimists Our state raises almost everything needed by man for his livelihood We produce 30 per cent of the worlds copper. Our cot ton will always be worth from two to two and half times that of short staple, and with a yield much greater to the acre Our ranges pro1uce beef, mutton and wool. and we have no such thing as crop failures. In this respect contrast our state with many others. Our only difficulty is the market situation. Capital has been on a strike because of lack of confidence, and this lack of confi- dence is being speedily removed"
 The governor referred to the pio- neers and of their happiness and con- tentment. He urged his hearers to remember that the people of Arizona were not broke: that their resources were greater than ever. He stated that within the next three years the state would spend s12.00O.0 900 for roads, having spent three million last year.
 In referring to the reduction in the cost of living, the governor asked who had experienced any reduction in rents, and stated that there must be corresponding reduction in the cost of living to parallel the decreasing wage. He read telegram to the ef- feet that new company recently or ganized for the purpose of marketing gasoline has quoted a price to the dealer at 29 cents. and a retail price of 32 cents, which is a reduction of 5 cents in the present selling price.
 The governor called upon the peo- pie to tour the state. not forgetting to go up into the great wonderland north of the Grand Canyon He stated that on recent trip to the village of Lfttlefield, his party received eight meals, four beds and wagon load Of fruit for s7. He complimented the automobile men in the strongest of terms. stating that they had always been found ready whenever occasion demanded, and that he was heartily with them in the great constructive work they were doing in enabling the people to fully know their state
 Let's see Arizona first. Let's be Arizona first Let's think Arizona first. We will then enjoy Arizona first he concluded
 David J. Enfield. Tom Russell. G. T. Bowman and A. P, Wadlow car ried off the prizes offered for the best t-decorated cars. They will as- semble at Ferguson keeler's tomor- row morning, where a s15 straw hat rom Vic Hanny's, lady's khaki out Ing suit from the Boston store and a steel rod and reel from Pinnev & Robinson's will be presented to them
 The See Arizona First displays at the automobile establishments drew great throngs of people yester- day, and may be continued for an- otner week. according to a number nf the dna lnrs