LOCAL NEWS. WEDNESDAY, DEC. 21, 1S98. Honor Roll for December-Central Graded School. Tenth Grade-No. 1, Mary Chapman, 91 8-10. No. 3, Nina Burriss, ?0 4-8. No. 3, Belle Beck, 90 2-10. Ninth Grade-r-So. 1, Albert John stone, 94 3-9. No. 2. Louise Johnson, 93 0-9. No. 3, Daisy Riley, 91 6-9. Eighth Grade-No. 1, Bessie Simpson, ?6 3-10. No. 2, Eunice Russell, 94 9-10. No. S, Mary Major, 94 1-10. Seventh Grade-No. t, Cora Matildih, 96. No. 2, William Gordon, 0-1 8-10. No. 3, Annie Farmer, 93 8-10. Second Section, Sixth Grade-So. 1, Mary Acker. 903-9. No. 2, none. No. 3, none. Mrst Section, Sixth Grade-Ko. ?. Soe Pinckney, 94 4-9. No. 2, Sallie Giles, 93 4-9. No. 3, Mattie Hill, 93 2-9. First Section, Fifth Grade-So. 1, Willett Sloan, 97 3-10. No. 2, Stacy Russell, 971-10. No. 3, Lila Brownlee. 966-10. * Second Section, Fifth Grade- No. 1, ??vdia Wilhite, 949-10. No. 2. Cecilia Oconnell. 91 8-10. No. 3, Blanche Brown and Mary McCaulla, 94 4-10. F?rst Section, Fourth Grade-So 1, Cora Wilhite, 91? 1-4. No. 2, Mell Glenn, 96 0-0. No. 3, Bessie Major, 95 7-8. Second Section, Fourth Grade-So. I. Nina Sullivan, 9 70-0. No. 2, Robert Sullivan,, 951-20. No. 3, Ethel Gary, 95 0-0. First Section, Third Gnuie-So. 1, Carrie Gray, 97 3-8. No. 2. Frank Mauldin 95 0-0. No. 2, Martha Bon ham, 944-8. Second Section, Third Grade-So. 1, Thomas Hill, 98 6-7. No. 2, Oze Yan Wyck; 07 0-0. No. ii. George Fant, 96 0-0. Third Section-, Third Grade-So. 1, Charles Pant, 94 2-8. No. 2, Sam Tria ble, 93. No. 3, Willie May and Claude Harris; 92 3-8. Second Grade-Iso. 1, Frank Taylor, 916-7. No. 2, none. No. 3, none. First Grado- No. 1, Donald Brown, 92. No. 3, Ruth Strickland 91. No. 3, Dolphus Divver, 91. THOS. C. WALTON, Supt. The Colored Methodists. - Tho report of the proceeding of the South Caroliua Conference of the M. E, Church was handed in so late wo could not print it last week, a circum stance we regret very much, as we feel a keen interest in the advancement of our colored friends, and desire to be prompt in acquainting our readers with their progress. Beginning where we left off in a for mer issue, the speakers Tuesday night were Dre. Mason and Spencer. The subject of Dr. Mason was "The Fieed man's Aid and Southern Education," and that of Dr. Spencer was "Church Extension." These speeches were highly instructive and entertaining, , and evidenced a thorough appreciation of the needs of the race. Thursday night was devoted to Ep worth League work. Upon giving the understood signal five chapters, each under its ownv banner, entered the Church and were greeted with delight ful strains of music. Prof. I. G. Pean, General Assistant Secretary of the Ep worth League, addressed the several Leagues and a very large 'and appre ciative audience. The adflress was eloquent, indeed, thrilling and full of encouragement There were many white citizens in the audience, all of whom speak in tho highest terms of the address. Friday night Rev. C. R. Brown preached the annual sermon, and on Saturday night the appointments were read out by. the Bishop, Rev. C. D. Foss. - Very few changes were made. On Sunday night the Missionary ser mon was- preached by Rev. G. W. White, and on Monday morning the Conference closed. We have seldom seen so large an . assembly of highly intelligent and fine looking colored men, and they impress one at once with the idea that the ne gro race is making rapid strides toward * nigher education, hierher civilization and a higher plain of religious ad vancement. Denier Items, Mr. Walter Pruitt and wife have moved from Denver to near Annie. We regretted to see this excellent young couple leave our neighborhood. Mrs. J. A. Majors and Mrs. W. A. G. McWhorter went to Newberry last week to visit their sick sister, Mrs. J. A. Daniels, who died in a few hours after they reached there. Mrs. Daniels was an excellent lady and a devoted Christian, as all can testify who knew her well. We deeply sympathize with the bereaved family and'relatives in their sorrow. A few more days and Christmas will be here, the anniversary' of that blessed night when sheppards watching their flocks on Judea's plains heard the angels sing, "Peace on earth and good will toward men, Christ tho Saviour is born-glory to God in the highest." So while it is right to be glad and re joice and make merry with our friends, nothing wicked should mar the days with which we celebrate, that great event. Marriages, or rumors of marriages are rife, and with the chimes of Christ mas the wedding bells will mingle their s wee'; tones. With the New Year will begin the new lives of several couple, if madame rumor is correct, but we will wait till the happy event takes place before tendering congratu lations. The young people of Denver are anticipating pleasant times Christmas -visiting and having visitors, socia bles and so forth. Our Clemson Cadets are expected home to help brighten the holidays. None can enjoy Christmas more than the children. We can hear them talk ing every day of what they wish or ex pect Santa Claus to bring them. Bless the tots, we hope none of them will be disappointed. You who have much of this world's goods, give of your stores to the poor at Christmas tide, and though it may make your purse lighter, so will your heart be also. Remember, "He that giveth to the poor, lendeth to the Lord.'7 May the INTELLIGENCE!: and all its readers have a pleasant Christmas and a prosperous New Year is the wish ol' INCOG. AN AOCEPTAHLE CHRISTMAS PR?SENT FOB ONE UOLLAR.- One hundred en graved visiting cards in fashionable style is a most acceptable present for either ladies or gentlemen. We furnish these (name only) for one dollar and prepay Sostage Work done in our own factory ere No delay. Send for samples ot card* or wedding invitations. J. P. STEVENS