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t Satnrday, February 22, 19^1 | Facts About IVhe Waverley J Branch Library August 2, 193P, the Phillis Wheatley Branch of the Columbia I Public Library was opened in a I" room of the Y. W. C. A. building I 1429 Park street. After two years tjie library had I out grown its quarters and was I fortunate in securing free label I from the Reconstruction Finance I Corporation to enlarge the b'^ldini J . and give more space for the lit^^fcbrary. f The Y. W. C. A. solicited con I tributions from churches and othei f . organizations to help pay for maJ terials and tlie Library board gave , I an appropriation In 1936, when the lease expired, another place had to be securet as more room was needed; an the present location on Gervais Stf, a brick building, formerly Wesley MemorialsjJii^eh, was pur chased bv the Library BoaT37~Tj name was changed from Phi ' Wheatley to Waverley Branch rX*mie~~Richland County Public 1 brary. '< A part of the buildingwas- us; one year with many new memb added, and old borrowers renewing theiT membership. The book circu iation greatly increased, also the reference department.? ? The Waverley Garden Club was organized and regular meetings held in the building. For two seasons very beautiful and successful flower shows attracted crowds to J the library. For some time the NY A and Day Nursery useld paVt of the basement and grounds. The horticulture classes at Book j ." er T. Washington "high school, with their instructor, helped to I beautify the grounds with shrubbery, hedges?a?d plants donated I by the Elm-A-Bode Nursery, ir dividual friends anfr1 members -V several garden clubs in and around ' ?the city. WPA adult teachers have clean ed and fitted up a part of thV . basement where regular classes are*-instructed and meetings held " The Mid-Wives Club has the us< (of double rooms in the basement November 1937, the entire build ing was made reeady for use. / new furnace installed and mor... books added. It was the occasior * <*{ the iQtv, r>hfiprvance of Nationa Bo~ok Week, and for the library It was the biggest Book Weel ? celebrated in its history. An assistant librarian was ap pointed in 1936 for part time, am" after one year, was^ given full time. She has charge of the sch^ deposits, the weekly story houj display posters and assists with the general work of the library. Since' January 1986, WPA. library aides have given valuabli assistance. August, 1940, marked the 10th anniversary of the library. ^" l?k*???it ' _j rt a f nl 1 amfc All* Iiuiaijr Rivntn iuuwnr W Bits. Patrons Circ. Schools 1931 1519 - 1001 8211 4932 2379 -1542,_JjI40 264" a 1933 2613 2039 14891 301! 1934 2804 2414 \15805 3778 1939 -3252 2748 17651 4567 1936 3600 3210 31018 16801 1937 4107 4270 33274 10604 1938 4590 .. 5013 46819 15999 1939 4857 5694 48458 25215 1940 5360 6240 "50614 28334 ft MRS. CORNELIA GLENN Asheville, N. C., Feb. 17?Mrs. Cornelia Glenn, wife of the lato Sloan C. Glenn, passed away February 6, at the home-of her daughter, Mrs. Ineza Glenn Bass, with j-whom she had made her home for the past five .years. Although she had been in il" health for some time, the end came as a great shock to her famil> and scores ot friends. She was a lovable character and -was a<lmired by all who knew her. Hei ^ pleasing disposition and sympa' thetic spirit had won for her numhers, of friends who will be saddened,bver her passing. _The funeral was held at Snow Hill Baptist church, Oconee coun|ty, of which she had been a mem??fairer J5lA5?_jchj]dkood. The Rev. E. W. Dixon, pastor "oT""Hnl Street Baptist church, Ashcville, N. C. delivered the euology^ Her remains were lard to rest in the church cemetery. Thus a beautiful life has ended. Shu leaves?trr mourn hay pm sing, four daughters, Mrs. Ineza Glenn Bass, Ashevillb, N. C.; Mrs. n A RilPY Ifanca?ter S. C.; Mrs ^ Bessie Benson, Pair "lay, S. U.V P and Mrs. Dora Smith, Buffalo, N. Yt; one son, Mr. Wallace Glenn Niagra Falls, N. T.J four grand children and a host of other rel atives and friends. . DISTRICT FOUR TEACHERS* ? COMMITTEE CHAIRMEN MEET North Charleston, -S. C.?0 committees for the district's 4th annual jflr-In and boy# speaking con testa met in the office of the nrin ^ cipal at Liberty' Hill school foi P the purpose of making reports and arranging the various programs The foliawinw ?hti?m># wow prca ent and made then- reports: Mrs. Beatrice Seaberry, judge# Thez Pinckney, advertisements' Mrs. Etta V. Greene, prizes, and Mias K. L. Winds. The boys speeaking contest will be held at Jenkins school on March ^ ^T, and' the girls will be held af P Liberty Hill school on Friday, " w Mafch IT. There "Wffi~tw-Tro"*ct mhwion to the contest#. S ? ABBEVILLE NEWS Ij The Missionary Society of Mt. Pleasant Baptist church met a! the home of Mrs. Anna Hamilton Friday, February 14. Devotion was conducted by" Mrs. Cynttia Whar ; ten. After devotion, Mrs. Bernice Brown opened the topic for discussion, "Simning Against Ou 1 Parents," which was enjoyed 1 all. The president then opened the house for business.- The -mirait' of the last meeting were read and the roll was called. Each mcmbei responded with a Bible verse and fee. Collection, $3.25. The president made some beautiful rem"*-t-<on the subject, "Our duty as Mis sionarles." Mrs. Wharden made a wonderful report on the distribution of- the old folks SantrGlaus?at Christmas Utile. Subiccof topic for the next meeting is "Self Denial for Oothers," 1st Cor 8:8-13. Next meeting will be held" it the home of Mrs. Lucrle De voah on Haigler St., Friday,, Marc! 14. A delicious reoast-was served? Mr. Allen Reid of Henderso' N. C., spent last Sunday night with his parents, IVfr. and Mrs. William Reid; Mr. A. Wardlow, son of M>Victor v WardloW died Tirec/ln night on Branch St. Funeral *?" ercises were conducted at M t Pleasant Baptrst church Friday i 3 o'clock. DUE WEST NEWS Fine congregations were out. to hear the ministers of the Due West churches on last Sunday. Rev. and Mrs. L. E. Daniels and Mr. Olin L. Smith were dinne? guests of Mr. and Mrs. W. S Thompson on last Sunday. The occasion was a delightful one Rev. Donjamin J, Glover enjoy ?d the hospitality of Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Clinkscales at-dinner on~ti< Sunday. ? Mr3. Annie Garrett, of Chicago, 111., is spending som^ time with her . parents, Mr. and Mrs. J, S Moragne. Mr. E. T. Holmes was the guest speaeker at the CC Camp on la's! ' Thursday night. The occasion held n observance of Negro Histor.\ Week. j M iss "Janic Wharton of Ware Shoals, S. C., spent last Sunda>? at home. Mt. ^Lebanon A. M. E Church Rev. Beniamin J. Glover. Pastor Services at Mt. Lebanon on lastSunday were inspiring throughout the dav. Twn?vo?"tr sermons were preached, morninand evening,Jay the pasttor. At 10:00 o'clock a. m. and 6 p. m respectively, the Sunday school an A. C. E, league held fine sessions At 3:30 p. m. the Rev. W. D Coker, pastor of Little River Bap tist church.of Ware Shoals, IS. C. and his splendid choir, renderee service in interest of the Missionary Society. The minister preached a searching and gripping ser- 1 mon. i The pastor delivered a heart vice. At the conclusion Mrs. Marit Fisher "united with the 'dhurch. Rev. Glover continues adding mem bers to the church and the Lord i: wonderfully blessing his labors. The contribution rfor the daywas $21.36. Watch Mt. Lebanoi .ontinue to climb. MT. ZION A. M. E. CHURCH j Sunday was a very beautiful i day and many were out for Sunday | oehodl. Our latnTOTT-imbjant w = "Jesus Teaches Forgiveness an. Gratitude." We are movrrrg on finr in every respect. Our choir is still improving. We are practicing every week. Our beloved pastor wp|s back with us Sunday night and preacher for us an uplifting sermon. I be lieve that everyone in the building j was uplifited. Our choir is found I on duty at every call. We are looking forward to Sunday for a high day which will be Glass T.eade: Rally DiXlvEaeh member __is_ asked to pay 50 cents. Our rally wTTl close Sunday night with Rev. N A.Rice, who will preach then. Our pastor stopped over Sunday afternoon with Mr. and Mrs. P Robinson. We are glad to say that we hav< | fmmd the loBt art to success andL. that art is Rev. C. C. Mcllwain. j He has brought to us many plans which will make Mtr S*>n shino^ Come and join us and you will say as we ai'e saying, "I'm glad that I'm a member of Mt. Zion "Ic XT), chntctr.?1? _ (Miss) Carrie Cook, Reporter FH.ifiHA A, M E f HHRf H Rev. J. E. Dixon, Pastor ?^""^"y school opened at 10:5^ with the Supt. and teachers at thei posts of duty. The lesson was beautifully taught and most in < terestingly reviewed by the Supt Inspiring remarks were made b; | Rev, J. L. Livingston and closin ! remarks by the pastor. i Morning service began with i J warm prayer service conducted b: Mrs. Lucinda Longshore and Mv? ' Salli% Counts. The pastor read fo?. the scripture lesson, 141st Psalnv- ' ?wj-u Rpy. ,J. L. Livin<rstnn .J onpLiHi/ minister, nrou^nt to us -a?'"r"Harf['?l message from,, fi .. J John 21:22, theme, "Be not enr cerried about-others affairs." W ( enjoyed the,sermon. Sunday being ( h beautiful day, we had a nfree a tendance at church. Our choir rendering its best service. Co ( toto Elisha every-first and third f Sfffir Don't miss these spiritual i * Come to- the church of friendly =j people. V I BOOKER WASHINGTON NEWS Ry John D. Reynold" Principal J. Andrew Simmons has attempted an expeerimtymt among others this year, which so far, is working very effectivelyBelieveing firmly in the democratic way of living, and attempting to make this application in the curriculum of BTW, Principal Simmons has organized the entire school on the committee hasis several standing committees ac tually operate the many varied activities of the school. On each committee is to be placed at least 4 one student representative fronr the Student Council. Students are invited and urged to help the administration and faculty in* how affairs of the school community Should be operated.^The-entire set- . up, as nearly as possible, ap proaches u democracy that we heai so much about. The following is-e list of the standing committee' of thee school. The roster of stu den (representatives has n.oi_bee: completed and will be given-at?e- later date. The person, whose name appears first, is chairman of his or her respective" committee: Ad ministratrve Coupon, J. Andrew-*. Simmons, principal; B. F. Bailey secretary; M. R. Leathers, Iibrar^ ian; J. H. Whiteman, activities manager; F. Massey, director of activities;' F. C. Hipp, director of testing; G. A. Griffin, chairman c Professional L'omhtlttl'U, M. L. For-'ney, chairman of the Attendance Committee; M. R. Saxon, chair man of the Guidance Committee; M. L. Lawrence, chairman of ,the Home Room Committee; T. E. Thomas, chairman of the Assembly Committee; H.^ E. Sawyer, chair man of Comet and Handbook Committee; Student Representatives: Activties Committee; E. Massey chairman and general director; T. -E. Thomas, G. K. Robinson, bus operation; G. A. Griffin, clubs; M. L. Lawrence, R. M. Johnson parties, etc.; B. M. Harvey, cla^ organization; R. C. Morgan, phys ival education and athletics^ E. Goff, hospitality; J. D. Reynolds publicity; J. H. Whiteman, students. Professional Committee: G A. Griffin, chairman; B. M. Harvey, foreign languages; ,H. E. Sawyer, English; B. M. Jackson home economics; E. N. Gray, Mrs Madden? substitute, social studies . -H. II. June, music; B. R. Harrisor A'oeat.inn: M R. Saxon, mathema tics; T. S. Martin, natural science F. Massey, M. R. feathers, stu'tluiits, Vinuol?F./lnnnti^n: F. C. Hipp, L. Wideman, J7 R. Palmer students. Record Committee: F. C Hipp, B. F. Bailey, C. B. Hoover students. Public Relations Committee; JL. Lawrence, B. M. Jackson, H. E. Sawyer, F. Massey J. H. Whiteman, W. J. Gilliam, J D. Reynolds, students. Hospitality Committee: Earline Goff, E. M Hagood, L. M. Coefield, B. M Jackson, students; physical education and athletics; R. Morgan C. Miller, J. Martin, _T. Martin, R Hopson, F. Massey, J. H. White man W. M. Stenhouse, student;, Class Organization Committee: B M. Harvev, A. E. Washington, F "TT!-Craft. K. ^C? "Cochran, M. R Saxon, students. Parties and En-tortaiinmental.?R.. M Johnson, H Rhetta, C. R. Rivers, R. H7~Sten house. Comet and Handbook: H E. Sawyer, Q. E. Ray, J. D. Reynolds. Home Room Committee: M L. Lawrence, A. E. Washington, L Wideman, J. R. Palmer, L. A. War neT, students. Bus Operation Com mittee: G. K. -Robinson J. D. Reynolds, auto shop teacher, students Assembly Committee: T. Thorn rarrfyrttrrfrHui, Q. F Pny, T, I' . latum, J. <J. Kamsey, JH. ft. White J. B. Brock,"sludentsr^Atterrdrmee" Committee: ,-M. L. Forney, R. M Johnson, E. M. Gray, Mrs. Madden Substitute, L. A. Warner, E. Crafl students. Testing Program CommiTfeei FTC. Hipp. R. M. Johnson M. L. Forney. students?" Guidance Committee: M. R. Saxon, ehaii man and counsellor, E. M Gray Mrs*. Madden, substitute, J. D. Rey nolds. B. R. Harrison, F. C. Hipp F. Massey, counsellor; J H. White man, J, R. Palmer, B. M. Jackson VV. J. Gilliam, students. NY A com mittoo: F.-C Hipp, C. B. Hoover students. Extra Work Committee M. R. Saxorr, G; K. Robinson, R M. Harvey, K. C. Cochran, . . Principal Simmons made' the statement recently that the efpends, to a great extent, upon the effective coordination of the standdent representatives. Some time will probably be needed for the entire system to function most effectively, -but as fore stated, op tinrisim is felt due to progress already made. in:.. ic O?.. ,.r A ?i pi? M C.. and Mr. L. A. Warner of J C. Smtth University, Charlotte, N. C., are recent additions to th< BTW iFamily. 'Miss Ray fills the vacancy caused by the resignatio' of M iss Hill, now Mrs. Dunn. Mr | 1 Warner comes' to us to take the place of Mr. I,. R. Bailey who resigned to take a government posi- ' tion. MiRs Ray and Mr. Warner are each splendidly helping to ' carry on work begun by Miss hfill and Mr. Bailey. ___ ; The Booker WashingtdrF,basket- < >all teams, both boys and girls arc 1 laving, a pretty tough time of P 1 ihis current sea'abhrMostntr srrrr arames and winning somCV Las' ( r-fbbiy-fHighf, nur tw<v form a spin a nair of cnmnQ *- -? -? r> ? " ^ n,vu VIlp .VWU Charleston, the girls losing then t fame by a. close margin, 17-18 1 ind the hoys winning theirs in *asy style, 35-19. Monday ntyfht ( it Harbison, both teams took ; i ihellacking at the haBd of the twe i Powerful cage squads there," ttr7*' x prhr losing ftfr-14, and the boy 1 >eing nosed out after a terrific c i__ "ft jf- . THE PALMCTTO LBAPE struggle, by a very close score of 5-8-55. In the opinion of this writer^ Harbison has one of the best grrls^ teams seen in this section in many years. This group of fine basketball players should offer plenty or trouble in the coming tournament But let no one forget that this i practically the same team that BTW girls eliminated rather easil; at the state tournament last year. This quarter will not conced< '.he fact felt by some, that Harbison boys are tlfree points bette than our cagers. Had the gam< of Monday night been played un der playegetBjL der more ideal condi'Ibin. would probably be a different end to the affair. It will bo interestinj to watch the two teams at th<\" tournament .where both wxp play under certified officials. Friday night of this week, February 24 is parents' night. At that time the boys' team will meet the powerful Stephens-Lee team from Asheville, N. C. Any parent, accom panied by his or her child, will bo AdrrirftccTTo ~the game~freev - ^ ? The Welfare Committee entertained at the C. A. Johnson Gym. Monday night in a danie. Proceed from this affair will be used foi a worthy purpose. This yeear, "the?ihmior higischool is presenting "The Mikado" an operetta. The date will be an nounced later. The Depatrment of Physical Ed lK-iitmp ;intl Athletics is happy t< announce that this year the state basketball Tournament, held anpually i)t Mather Academy, Camden, S. C., will be held this year a' the C. A. Johnson GymtoriumTThc date of this event will be Mate' 7th and 8th. Member schools ithe conferenece this year ars a:follows: ' Avery Institute. Booker Wash ington, Burke, Butler7TT)uTtFrrEhfniett Scott, Fairfield County Train , ing school, Harbison Institute, Im ' maculate Conception, "Jackson Lancaster County Training school Wilkinson, Marlboro County Trainlnrr cnVinnl Mnf Knv A /vn/lomtf T T o Robert Smalls, Sims, TomTThson. ST. MATTHEWS -4 The Twilight Club r?et at the home of Mrs. Mattie Rivers Tuesday night, February 11. The meeting was called "to order by our president. Miss Hennic Owens. Song, "In The Garden," prayer and the 23rd Psalm in concert. Second song, "Love Lifted Me." The?minntnn nf thn Inst -meeting were read and approved. The house wis opened for the discussion of old and new business with each member playing a veryjarge part The club adjourned and -dismissed, with club's song. The hostess served a delicious repast which was enjoyed by all. Our next meeting will be at the home of Mrs. Mary Lee Sumter. ivusses Irene Barber, BeSsie M. Ruff and Mozelle Wise spent the end in Cplumbig. at their... respective homes. The following persons spent the week end in St. Matthews with their parents and friends: Mrs Ernestine Evans,-Mr. and Mrs. T ? C. Paris, Missgs-Daconia and Syl vecta Waddy. and Mr. Altime Johnson. Rey, David Mitchell , is on the sick list. - Mr. Dave Felder Passes St. Matthews was deeply sad-. dened over the passing* of Mr. Dave Felder, whose death came as a,,shock to his family and friends, having been sick only a day. He appeared to have been well and was down town where he became ill between The hours of 10:00 auu 11:QQ o'clock Wednesday morning*. February 12th and died Thursday morning, Februaryl3th at 3:00 o'clock, Ho was funerali7.ed Sunday, 3 p. m., at Bethel A. M. E. church with Undertaker Vw <JT Johnson, in charge. Mr, Felder was a christ tan member oLBcthel, always wear, ing a pleasant smile ?pon his face, and faithfully serving to the end. To know him was to love him ~H? is survived bv a wife, Mrs. Lillian?Felder?of- St,?Matthews? three daughters, Mrs. Adell Smith Mrs. Mozelle Felder, and Mrs. Con nic Betters, all of New York; one son, Mr. Fddie C.J Felder of St Matthews, and a host of relatives , and friends. INTEREST KATES ON - NEW ? FACILITY LOANS REDUCED ' ] Washington. D. C., Feb. 1-lth? "] A. G. Black. Governor of the Farm , Credit Administration, announced ' today that the 12 district -tremkr for cooperatives and the Central j Bank for Cooperatives wjll reduce j tl^jjiterestjTite^mTinew loans froni4 percent to 'i per* j cent, effective March 1. Also < this rate will he. made applicable j to?all facility loans outstanding 't some of which now bear interest ( at 4 AS percent, 4 1-4- percent and 5 4 percent. This action, he said j will save the cooperatives some < 51.10,000 a year in intejpst. I Facility loans to farmefs* coop- ^ jrative buying and selling associ- s *\ fiAnc of TTTo ^KorrtVTiVir-* year represented approximately >ne-third of the banks' total loan v uishTrssr outstanding, according to f Governor Black. About one-half ^ vf the ?loanR were for operating \ capital purposes, and the balance v a om twum mi farm eommoditioo The new rate on loans on faeil- a owned bv fHnncfB coopcrfl- y ives is the first reduction in the a ate on this type of loan sine* f Fune ,935. Rates an operating apital loans now in effect were o educed in February 1939 to 2Vi S rvercent, a reduction >of one-half h vf T percent, and titt commodity mh oans to 1% percent, a similar re- b luction. . ' S r?" R Federal Insurance For Workers And , Their Families . -v-j . Workers beyond 66 years of age 1 may now qualify for Federal Old- j Age and Survivors Insurance, according to Mr. W. H. Nixon, Jr., > manager of the Social Security Board's field office in Columbia, ' S. C. Thousands of retired work 5 ers over 65 are returning to theii ' old jobs because of the national ' defense program. When they \vwk.J a sufficient length of time to quab ^ fy for Federal insurance and re tire, they may file a claim fom^ monthly insurance based on all > wages they have earned in covered employment singe January..l.?Ulll'L. J Mr. Nixon stressed the point ^ orr, Insurnace is for Workers in s commerce and industry and their ' dependents and _is jiaiiL only to ? those who qualify. "Old -> persons who need public ( assistance ahoukl?apply to the local welfare board in the county in which they live and not to the So sipl Security Board," he said. 1 A booklet^ describing old-age sur 1 vivors insurance for workers and""1 thei'- families will be mailed freu _ ot charge upon request. If anyone ? should like to know more about * the old-age survivors insurance""1 provisions, of the Social Security ' Act, Mr. Nixon invites them to ' wite his office and asK iorbook- *" let number 35. Address your request to the Social Security Board field office, Palmetto State Life J Insurance Company^ Columbia, S. ' C., and booklet number 35 will be mailed immediatelw" JOINT COUNTr TEACHERS ~ ASSOCIATION OF WESTERN CAROLINA MEETS IN JOHNSTON The above named association '] held its annual meeting Saturday, February 15. with the Edgefield ( County Training school. Rev. W. , R Wilcnn 1 ? ' ' a v. v4 vne ucvuuuiitti I'A" , oTCTCPT^-aftcr-wbiekJlLiiicip&l E. L. ] Bowman extended a hearty wet- , comer This welcome was not- only uttered from the lips of the prin_ j eipal, but could be seen upon tho ( faces of all of the faculty mem bers as we came in contact with them throughout the meeting. Ed , geficld Academy, Johnston glee j club, Bettis Junior College, and Schofleld?st'huul,?remk't od?excel lent musical selections. The groups were led in credit- * able ways bl the following: Priiia-v, Misses Azalee White and I/onir-p^ Roberson;?-intermediate, |_~ Miss Eula Massey; High ScfTOOl, Prof. M. C. Darkins; Agriculture, . Prof. F. L. Gardner; Home Ec- , onomiCs, Miss Alice T. Skuller. All discussions were centered a- ( round the theme, "Education and 1 National Defense,." After interesting and helpful discussions in the groups, we re- ' assembled to hear the wonderful ' address from the - -sul^act, "The School aild National Defense," by i Rev. Harold Roland of Blackville, 1 S. C. This address acclaimed at at tootion of every person" "present. He left many points to think upon. 1 We frere glad to have as vis-1 itois: Prof, and Mrs. C. V. Bing.^ of Allendale, S. C. Professor Bing,' * pvnnlltifn -r x 1 T-v * vrtwun < r acxi ciary 01 tne metto State Teachers Association* l' made helpful remarks. We were served a delicious r?-, 8 past from the H. room. This / repast reflected credit to the H. E |(' teacher i the facul VyrPT^Tr Am 641*1j 1 Mrs. Murray, Jeanes teacher. I ~j 1 --Many enjoyed thethe basket hall c game between Johnston and XeVcb*>r?*y. j 2 We adjourned to jnt^k-e/th^-thr ? Saluda Rosen wa Id schools Saluda, i S.- -7-, February, 1942. ? i.. _ The counties represented were: Aiken, Edgefield, Saluda,vand Lfx ington. ; Prof. Z. Townsend, Prir.cip>y ,, (Mrs.) R. _E. H ich tower. Sej. \ ? ?.- _.^.L.. + ?^ *- ; o LIBERTY HILL A. M. H.t --t \.HURCH t i Rev. W. M. ^hompsony- Pasior ( The year 1940 \s now history T nd 1941 has downed "upon us. b*;ing ( ing new responsibilities. ^ Under the leadership of our ef- 1 Thompson, the strong ^jcfcpel t preachui\ sweeT singer and" fatenf^ ~~ ?d hymnologist. we are ready for F service when duty calls Our pasvho tor comes to us from St. Paul)* M. E. church of the Lnncastei pi District, of the Columbia Annua: j c Conference, haf^jjfjven evidence of j.s lit- eh.llWfc poot^r . T rind evangelist. He is the talk ot v Summerton. H i s sermons arc thoughtful and forceful. He ha^ P added twenty-eight members to c he church, organized the Sunday school and church. It is a beautiful tl 5tCthre to come to Liberty Hill S. j w 3. and see how eager the classes | tl i-e to lead?in collection. We thank h the Bishop for sendine us tv.;? , trontr vounp man. Thp people are ,i .ging hi? praises. Rev, M. J. Sumter, who served G is as px-esiding elder, and pastoi s< ov twenty-one years, asked to he - 7 riven a new field of labor, which | C vas done. ^Ha served as a Moses ; i. eho led the children of Israel to' a ift'Ncho. We reggetted to nee him vt :o. but God has sent us a Joshua G yho will lea4 us courageously s< cross this Jordan into the Canaan a ^end. - ai On the 1th Sunday in January s< or pastor was called to Abbeville, s< 1. C., to witness the last rites of lis aunt, Mrs. Sadie Jftighey. tl rbtch was intelligently conducted T iy ftev. J. W. Martin, pastor of C rt. Teter A. M. E. churcff. _=r= +c - 1 - CLEAVE CHAPEL C. M. E. Never before in the nistory ol the people of Colonial lleJghts, no Columbia, of a church coining tc (, its own in every way possible a e has this church- New life is ex ( isiting spiritually, and fmanciatty The attendance has continued t< n increase. * ft The organisation of the churc v, s on the march- The stewardesses' s ind Missionaries' equals will bt v lard, to fine. Stewards and trus ,1 Lees are like wise. The churcl school is a great asset to the dgrch. }Wur. friends, both colored an ., vhite, are with us in rev or y movi ve make. f This church is now being re |] paired from the ground up. The jot \> vill be completed this' week. It i\dsn lining paintel inside and out- . ide. A pulpit set of furniture will* Nv 7v g-iven iu lilt- i nnwn ?my. 1M1 , j Stewardesses a n d Missionaries, "Sunday?was a great day at f, .leave Chapel C. M. E. church ? L'hn morning message was. delhv ^ Hi by?the pastm1 at lL:4o?a^?m At 4 p. m. Rev. J. C. Cokolough y pastor of Sidney Park C. M. E v . hurch. worshiped with us. Musi ^ tvas furnished by?their ehoir. The ? -onu's sat the church in the right (\ titftude to receive; Dr. Cok-lough'!? sermon. The speaker was high in r we were caught up in the spiri u ike wise. p ?Collection wiiii good. _ ? The evening service began a 'p. r:45 and the spirit of God was stil' ,1 with us. The?sermon was delivere -j, by the pastor. Come over to Cleave Chapel an n visit us. You are always welcomed v We will make it pleasant for vur a J. M- Blassingame, Pastor J( FIRST-NAZAHETH BAPTIST- B Clil'RCH crmimbjaT" s. Feb.. 10?'Th< Sunday school was called to ordc it 10:30 a. m.~ by Supt. cleaeor Isaac H. Russell. The lesson was v instructed bv the various teach- , its. fi.Mm?Str- btrkt*?17? 1 4, TT. 10" ? Subject, "Jesus . Teaches Forgive p ness and Gratitude.'' Principles " j( Proof of the Christ spirit in 'man ^ Pornts: Cause of stumbling "bTnclc ^ is the iack?of?"fcpiritual reality ^ P,a;e consciousness in ?which- th . majority of men live, makes sue! >c?asions inevitable. Occasions o ^tumbling will be done away en ? .iTelv", only when the wh<d'e rac< ' becomes* conscious of spiritual real ^ ty. Preaching service bee;!!, at 11:')' i. m. The pastor preached from thi vv heme, "Experimental of Christian j ity." -The sermon was very inspiring, full of light and s_pirh.ua' ealities.-- == The IT V. P. U. met at G o'clock p ft is making "headway towards >etter progress, developing high ?r ideas of Christianity into th nmds of the young people, am he race nations. Prayer meeting began at 7:30 p 'tL n. led by deacons Koon and Gorea 'reaching began at 8 o'clock. Rev V. H\ Nea-1 opened the spiritur. cc calm with? the theme, "Religk*r n the Horned* -Point' A horn,, with iut prayer is a? a home -withpul cj. ight. The Jubrloe choir, furnisht ^ he music and singing. Our sick sisters are. Mary llai icr, Minnie-Heart. Marion Wilson Cellie Melton, and Florence Brooks \\Ve pray for'them a speedy recov- q. ry: " nh Rev. A. L. Peterson and con th rregation of Ebenezer church. xpeeWed at First Nazareth to rtfr r]a lor service at 3:30 p. tr. Sunday f.n =r4mtarv 23. m hnerost of. 1 sher BnarJ. Visitors are wCl- "jr oinetl. - "7T~~ lif Rev. W. II. Xeal. Pastor Va. I. II. JlusAolh-G4trrk " ^vv^JZ-B^-lnhnion. Reporter It \r WAYMAX STATION?XEWS ReT LeRoy .Jack?o^,~ Pastor ?m rr Winnsboro, P. C. The Sunday \\* ehool met at 10 o'clock with of- jli icers and teachers present. The vii esson?was.--discussed with in t erst. The pastor preached a prac ;in Abraham's Faith in a Promising co lod. Sunday night he preached cjt . reviving TrrrrLzFmrl stirring' forz_e?t hon. K''eTy Sunday our audi Po nee increases. ? tin Last Friday night Rev. C. \V 'alley preached a wonderful per > ties. The League topic ?as fully e^< j ilained. j February 10th the Pastor's Aid Joard met at the home of Mis* imnV Stms. . The president harge. After the business ses ion- a very good program was Elide red- 'Quite a few visitors rere v>ut and gave remark*. H~ We are'looking forward to the-1 rogram Sunday at 3:30, sponsor-! R., d by Mrs. Rennett. "THefe~\vtTl "he u dumb supper at-j he parsonagb Friday night, to| hich the public is invited. T'ndei i ho auspices of the Pastor's Aid oard. : i HELENA NEWS ) Sunday was a very pleasant day', or church-goers. Tbo Sttnda\ ' :hool is* improving rapidly. At :30 o'clock the Pastor Rev. M i Freeman brought a wonderful j lessage. He is a gospel speakei nd a (Tod-senf messenger. Wc ' rai-a flighted "to have Mrs. IT.C i iary of Newberry with Us In out, _ ^rvices Sunday nights She uavt ^j. spclndid talk an asked as mam nf s could t.o come out to the AJuH ~.r* diool Monday, Feb. 24 at Helena :nooi, neiena. _ ^ I Mrw yd M.n^Tfimipjc. Clark And rree daughters Mattie, "Violar arid I hnmaaona__ClflLk__also Mrs. Ida I lark the mother of Mr. ' TommTe i Ne ISfk arid 'Uttftf rerroni allr Bi e Pag:? Fit? BETHEL A. M. E. CHURCH R?v. B. J. Hutchinson, Pastor St. Ceorgo?The S. S. was call<1 to order by theJSupt., Mr. Jos* ph Jones, with officers and teachers*. present. Rev. Campbell u.dt < Men i aeiTir remarhs; The iwinimr service began at 1/1:80 nd the regular order of service as conducted by the pastor. He elected his teJft from the 137th 'sr. 1 pis, "subject: Zion's Song. The ist .U'se was really a treat. The ministers of St. George :ive ereatid special cooperation hich is lie only way to bring nd win rs""is fpr Christ. . _ We were favored with a sermon mm Dr. W P. Williams at 3:30. [e is the pastor of Good Hope aptist church and his congrega<n iUconynanTed- him. Music e-?f 11 rn Mud bv their chftir And as veiv trood A packed audi>ct?witnessed the service. mr<i Krwberry were the guests f- Mr. and Mrs.- Wash Carwile urxlay. February 9th. . Mis-.?Mildred?Matt gum," Misses =?? lyrtle M'irsdrincrton and Inez Dealt were the guests of MVs. A: _ landa Bobb of Helena. M rr Roherta?Swretrnburg?of ! < ( 'iiwofid is here visiting her pa :-nts Rev. and Mrs. J. H. Pen.'.e. as the guest of her aunt Mrs ennie and cousin Martha Pennie H*1 Ma, Fakell Hippg a Do the ,ev. dunes _nf Helena were the inner-guests-of Mrs. Pennie Sun ay?aflnrnoon. i M's. Helen Slieh and Mrs. Fan it- tM- SIL'h. Mr. Jake Steward t"v the week end quests of Mr. in! Mrs. I^?ruiers6n. alsj Mrs. r.r.ell Rligh. ? fown Chapel.. A,? M.\ E. Church Rev. T. E. Robinson, Pastor Sunday school was very g6od unday the officers and^-teachers ere at thoir post of duty. Serice Sunday night was very good v pastor preached a strong ser Tiro f>Jorybody fTTtoyed- it. TJje astor Rev. T. E. Robinson moued to New Orleans,. La.c'lasC' [unday to. attend the Bishops' ouncil. He repocled a very teasrrTTTTlnrt-heIpfxtI f rip.--There p met marry of hjs friends. The Newberry" district held its et-to-eutKor Allen pav meeting iv Monday. Elcher-Punham pre ding. AH- ehurehos made cred-. It* reports. The meeting was ijoved by all. Mi-- < ari ie Lee trary- wbb the " eek-end guest of Mr. and Mrs imothy Hill of Ninety-Six and ported a lovely week end. Mr._W. S. Boyd was the week . 7 guest of tos-mother Mr. E. B uyd. School News Last week being National Nero History Week the school put rtl. special efforts to encourage le boys and girls to Ke proud at they belonged to the Negro co, because of tbe many helpful ntributions the Negro has made making ar.d will make to the -t4d.?Each student?put forth i lecial efforts -to^dbring to class We interesting facts about the egroes. ? AT .wl~.. __i .uMiiua.t niwiniii^ Ltif rnncipai rs. M. I.. Haynes classes anjl edrtesday morning. Miss G. L ji*y classes took charge of the inprl exercises. They used as eir themes Negroes .Contribu- - . . Tr~m?ajl Fields of Labor. Thurs y norping Mrs. E. G. Gary-first d si't'flTid grade classes gave a 'uljy carried out by these little II5 - We?"d"ur guest* speak :> Supervisor Mr. U. S. GaTlman, v.. Gaul din and Elder SamUel nee. Each of these brought rv helpful messages. Some of ?patron*-also visited these.ex rstrr. They were Mesdames C right. Edna Cannoft, Myrtle own and Carrie Clark. We in:o you to come again. The basketball players (boyi d girls} met Trinity. Seek Well (1 Hannah's players on Helena's urt. The games were ver^r p* inc. The Helena? boys won fit j^ame -whnhe- the girls?loaW >r thrills and excitement meet e Tlee na 1 askctball teams. i PoroBefroty-school ocated at Millwood a to. BEAUTY CULTURE IN ALL _ * 1 ITS BRANCHES amponing, Pressing, Marcelling, roquinolling, Finger Waring, Hair Dyeing, Bleaching, Manicuring, Massaging. Hand Molding Anftomt and Electricity. 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