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INGLESIDE SEMINARY BURKEVILLE, VA. was founded by the Freedmen’; Board of the Presbyteriai Church, U. S. A., for educatinj and training young women ol the Negro race. The new cata logue provides a curriculum oi Academic and Collegiate stud ies; special stress in Norma! Course, Music and Industrial Training, Domestic Arts anc Sciences. Capable and moral lovinj young women who desire oppor tunity of self-improvement anc the atainment of a Higher Edu cation are requested to corre spond with the President. Tuition is free. Good Board, with furnished room, electric light and steam heat are provid ed. The school year begins the first Wednesday in October. Full information and catalogue sent on application. REV. R. L. ALTER, D. D., President Burkeville, Va. CAPE FEAR DISTRICT CONVENTION. The 29th annual session of the Sabbath School and Christian Endeavor Convention of Cape Fear Presbytery met with Wil son Chapel Presbyterian church, Floral College, N. C. First Day. At 8 :00 p. m. the opening ser mon was preached by Dr. J. H. Hayswood of Lumberton. Fol lowing the registration of dele gates the election of officers took place as follows: President, Rev. B. H. Brown, Pembroke; Vice- President, Rev. T. H. William son, Elizabethtown; Secretary, Miss Estelle Chresfield, Fay etteville; Assistant Secretary, Miss Mary K. Brinkley, Over Hill; Treasurer, Mrs. J. H. Hays wood, of Lumberton. A most cordial welcome was extended to us by Mrs. Annie E. Gaines. Response on behalf of the Sabbath schools, Miss Ata lanta E. Bryant of Lumberton. Welcome on behalf of the ClOs- tian Endeavor, Rev. L. H. Fuller, Chadbourn. j Second Day. J 9:00 a. m., Devotional exelKs- es were led by Mr. J. D. Pur®ll, of Raeford. Music, “When Jes washed my sin away.” Pray by Mr. Nelson Purcell of Ma ton. Music, “How sweet t name of Jesus sounds.” SCOTIA WOMEN’S COLLEGE CONCORD, N. C. A well-equipped School under the care of the Board of National Missions of the Presbyterian Church in the United States of America, Division for Colored People, for the Higher Education and Industrial Training of young women. A Seminary Course or High School Academic Course for those desiring to prepare for College, and a High School Normal Course for those desiring special preparation for teaching. There can no longer be any question among the friends of Scotia as to her being on the accredited list, inasmuch as the graduates of this year were each granted by the State Board of Public Instruction an Elementary B Certificate for three years. An Industrial Course, including Domestic Arts and Sciences, with special instruction in Sewing and Cooking, for those desiring special preparation in these lines. Also a course in Music, including Piano, Public School Music, and Chorus Work. There are two large Dormitories with pleasant rooms, steam heated, electrically lighted, and pleasantly situated a large and beautiful campus near the center of the city amaMind. convenient to the Railroad station. has been let. It is hoped this building will be completed by the opening of the Fall Semester, October 2nd, 1924. For catalogue, application blanks, and any desired in formation, address the President as er he 9:30, preaching. The Less >n was discussed by Rev. Holdnu n, of Red Springs, and Mr. J. D. Purcell, of Raeford. The speak ers seemed to have given special thought to the subject. ! “How to encourage class prop ¬ aration,” was led by Dr. J. Hayswood, Lumberton, follow H. ed by Mr. McKoy, of Red Spring's Rev. T. G. Williamson, of Eli: bethtown, and Miss Atalanta Bryant, of Lumberton. Duri :a- E. ng this period it was forcibly im pressed to outline the lesson ahead as suggested by the lead hr. In the first place teachers should prepare themselves and not w lit until Sunday morning to get put the lesson. We should st irt ahead and with God’s assistance be prepared to feed the lit ones that are under our care. The discussion of “Decis: Day, Its Place and Importanc was led by Rev. L. H. Fuller, Chadbourn, and by Rev. B. Brown, of Pembroke. T tie on e”, of iH. tiis question was ably discussed. The could not be present. We re gret very much not to have had him with us. At 8 p. m. there was a popular meeting. This session was call ed to order by the C. E. Presi dent, Mrs. Maggie Williams, of Manchester. Prayer was fol lowed by Rev. S. H. Holdman of Red Springs. The C. E. render ed the program, which was a new feature. There were splen did papers on C. E. and two special papers were read by Miss Lucile Williams of Manchester, and Miss Evelina Chalmers, of Broadway. One wanted to live in a house by the side of the road and the other wanted to walk with the crowd in the road. This indeed was a splendid treat. There was a duet by the Misses Bryant of Lumberton. Third Day, Morning Session. 9:00, Devotional exercise was led by Rev. L. H. Fuller, of Chadbourn. Verbal statistical reports was the topic. 2:30, C. E. department was opened with song service led by the president, Mrs. Williams, with Miss Bryant of Lumberton at the organ. Prayer was led by Dr. J. H. Mayswood. After remarks by the presi dent reports of the delegates were heard. Then there was a quartet, “When they ring those golden bells for you and me.” Mr. and Mrs. R. B. Beatty were in town last week from High Point. Mr. William T. Massey was in town a few days ago from High Point to see his mother. Miss Ida Massey and Mr. and Mrs. Johnnie Starnes were home last week from Charlotte. MRS. W. B. NORWOOD. Waxhaw, N. C. A TEACHERAGE AT BEL MONT. McCLELLAND PRESBYTE- RIAL NOTES. teachers, pastors and super tendents should all cooperate the winning of souls. The t cher should make a personal peal through her class. in- in ea- ip- Sunday Morning. 9:30, Sabbath school taught by Mr. McKoy of Springs. 11:00 o’clock there was a was Red ser- At 11:45 the annual sernion was preached by Rev. B. . Brown, of Pembroke. The t was John 21:22. The spea made a lasting impression, said it pays us sometimes tarry. He also pictured how may be blessed if we tarr5 e i He come. Afternoon Session. 2 p. m., song service was by Miss Atalanta Bryant. nil H. 3xt .er He to we hill ped 2:30, “The Real Objective of The women of the McClelland Presbyterial are always glad for the time to come for us to come together in. our regular meet ings. We met at Pitts Presby terian church at Mountville, S. C., Friday, September 5. We were greeted and shown many kindnesses by Dr. and Mrs. Johnson and the good people of Mountville. We do not believe that we could have met with a more hospitable people. Yet amidst all these pleasures we came near having a serious ac cident caused by “Old Bob,” the mule, turning over the buggy in which our secretary, Miss A. M. Jenkins and her hostess were ridi»g. I am glad to say no one was seriously injured. The meeting was called to order by our beloved president at 10 o’clock, Friday a. m. The devotional exercises were led by We are glad to report through the Africo the many good things that are being done in our little town, the City of Belmont. Sun day, September 7, 3 p. m., at Love’s Chapel church, Bro. C. S. A. Davis, president of the School club, called the people to gether to raise money for the benefit of the teacherage that has just been completed at the cost of $3,000 and has also been furnished. At the time appoint ed the house was called to order by the president, C. S. A. Davis. “Reapers” was sung by the Woodland Presbyterian choir and prayer was offered by Bro. Joe Hand. After this a pro gram was rendered by the young ladies and men of Belmont with subjects that suited the day. We were also glad to have with us our supervisor, who made a nice talk along educational lines. Prof. Davidson, of the Western Union Academy, was also a wel come visitor and made a brief talk which we feel was a bene fit to us. There were also many other friends with us that we were glad to meet and give a hearty hand-shake. After the program the collec tion was taken up and the amount of $95 was raised. We wish to thank the good people for their liberal contribution. We have a six room building for our teachers completed and fur nished at the cost of $3,000, and we only owe something less than $200 on it. Let everybody say, Hurrah for Belmont! Mrs. M. L. Pope, ished our regular work, we adjourned Having fin- routine of at 11:30 mon by Rev. T. G. Williamson, from Gen. 2:7. Rev. William son was at his best and proved that he had studied his text. At 3:30, the closing sermon was preached by Rev. T. T. Branch, who spoke from Acts 26:28. Rev. Branch spoke out of the fullness of a believing heart and everyone seemed de lighted with the sermon. After the sermon we were highly en tertained with an address by Mr. W. P. Evans, of Laurinburg. The address was full of power and thrilled the audience. After the readin kthe reso- ry, Miss iourned to mect’'"at Elizabeth- VOwn next year. MRS. MAGGIE WILLIAMS. Manchester, N. C. tteville, and Mr. J. the Bible School Teacher” was discussed by Rev. P. P. John son f Maxton; Rev. T. T. Brai ch, Uontract has been let for the erection o House, and an extra Recitation Room for the Sc H. asses H. for ty” was discussed by Mr. G. Leach and others. The teaci Ler book should be p Bible, for that is o'ur guide. “The Teacher’s Responsil REV. T. R. LEWIS, D.D o’clock to meet at 2:30 p. m. At this meeting we were honor ed with the presence and inspir ing talk of our ex-president, Mrs. J. H. Allison, of New Jer sey. We had a very splendid business meeting. We are try ing to get our work arranged so that we will be able to do our work better each year. Mrs. R. B. Toatley was elected delegate to the Synod. We are glad to note that peace and tranquility seem to prevail in our Presby- terial. Friday night’s popular meet ing was one of the best we have ger had.> Thteollectioittor evening was $40. “God has no end of material For prophets, priests and kings; But what He needs is volun teers To do the little things.” CORRESPONDING SEC. S AL E M PRESBYTERIAN NOTES, ANDERSON, S. C. Due to the inclement weather there were only a few out to the morning services Sunday; how ever, we were favored with an inspiring sermon delivered by the pastor, Rev. Francis. He preached along the line of “Let this mind be in you.” It was enjoyed by those present. The Workers’ Conference mob ion, Jr., last Tuesday night. At this conference the whole Sun day school decided to use the Departmental Graded Lessons. The Woman’s Missionary So ciety met at the home of Mrs. Emma Pressley, Gray street, Friday afternoon. The society has taken upon itself the obli gation to pay the tuition of sev eral children who will attend the Salem Industrial school. We were saddened by the in telligence of Mr. William Field’s sudden death. He was one of Anderson’s oldest citizens. A large number of young peo ple left for boarding school this week. Mrs. Eva King and Mrs. Janie Smith, formerly of Anderson, now of Philadelphia, are visiting relatives and friends in Ander son. Mrs. Belle Thompson and son, Master Julius Foster, are visit ing Washington, Philadelphia, Atlantic City and New York. Mesdames Jones)‘and Mack have returned to the city after a very pleasant trip to Phila delphia. MRS. JULIA BURRISS. REVIVAL AT WAXHAW. ice i of lay, on, is responsible in many ways winning souls to Christ. 3:45, “Training for Serv was led by Rev. R. C. Scrivei Maxton. Mr. R. W. Korne S. S. Missionary, of Kins BARBER COLLEGE FOR WOMEN Anniston, Alabama This college, established to offer full college courses for young women of the Negro race and a preparation for higher studies, will open September 15th, 1924. It is the only Presbyterian Woman’s College for colored young women in the world. Like the colleges exclusively for women, it en courages the ideals of true women and offers courses of study for young women such as the best women demand, and such as prepare them for their special work. Through the noble generosity of its founders with Presbyterian ideals, Barber College makes it easier for a girl with energy and ability to become a College Graduate, and reach her highest usefulness. Graduates, obtaining the College Diploma, will be able to meet the increased requirements of the State Boards of Education, and be fitted for all conditions set for teaching and higher studies. With an enlarged Faculty and increased facilities, Barber College offers to capable Negro women a great opportunity for higher develop ment, usefulness, and privilege. With it is associated Barber Memorial Seminary which wilf continue to offer its secondary courses of study and also act as a Pre paratory School for the College. All the advantages of the Semi nary, with its able Faculty, increased facilities, and attractive sur roundings, will be open to students of the College. Located in the foot-hills of the Blue Mountains in Northeastern Alabama, the situation is unsurpassed. It would be difficult, if not impossible, to find abetter school building. Large rooms. Two in a room. Steam heated. Electric lighted. Newly furnished throughout. Modern in every way. Plain, but plenty of food. Abi solutely pure mountain spring water, none better. Large Faculty? Small classes. Personal supervision. For further information, address the President, Rev. JohrWW Scherer. । On the 25th of August our meeting started Monday night. Elder Anthony opened praise- meeting started, Monday night, con Callie Craig opened meeting. Wednesday night Mrs. Mannie J. Norwood and Mrs. Sallie Da vis opened the meeting at 8 p. m. Rev. P. N. Boykin preached from Malachi 3:16. Thursday evening, Mrs. A. P. Craig and Mrs. R. M. Moore had prayer meeting at 4 p. m. and at 7 p. m. Mrs. Melvina Norwood and sister, Daisy Norwood open ed the meeting. At 8 p. m. Rev. Boykin preached from Matthew 26:15. Friday night at 7 p. m. Elder W. B. Norwood and Elder S. L. Massey opened the meeting at 8 p. m. Rev. Boykin preached from Matthew 4:9. Rev. Boy kin preached plain gospel. Oth er preachers present were Rev. S. L. Fulwood and Rev. Ingram, pastor of Waxhaw Methodist church. On Sunday Rev. R. M. Moore preached a soul-stirring sermon from Matthew 28:6. Four were converted during our revival. Six children were baptized and eight persons who had professed religion were received into the church. After which the cele bration of the Lord’s supper took place. Thus ended a most glorious meeting at Shiloh Pres byterian church. Miss Florence Massey is home from High Point sick. Mrs. Annie Fisher is suffering with a bruised ankle. Mr. Luke Norwood came home Sunday night from Mohawk, W. Va., to see his father, Elder W. B. Norwood. Miss Geneva Hood is home from High Point. She has been visiting her sister, Mrs. Marie Hood. THIRD STREET CHURCH, GASTONIA. | Miss Ruth McCain, who has I been suffering with rheumatism, ! is better. On Sunday morning our pas tor, Dr. J. A. Rollins, preached an inspiring sermon. His text was found in John 19:22. “Pi late answered, What I have writ ten I have written.” Mr. E. E. Jones of Sumter, S. C., spent several weeks recently at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Monroe Crawford. Mrs. M. J. Alexander, of Greensboro, spent several days with Mrs. Mary Pharr. Mr. George Stinson gave a picnic Thursday evening, Sep tember 11, in the interest of his club. Misses Vivian Shute, Louise Young and Edna Stinson have returned to resume their work in the Highland Graded school. Misses Taylor, Artis, Dr. Dai ly and Mr. Perkins Williams, of Charlotte, 'worshipped with us Sunday night. Miss Corrie Hart, Charlotte; Miss Mary Artis, Pheobus, Va.; and Miss L. A. Wainwright, Hampton, Va., are the new teachers added to the faculty of the Highland Graded school. Miss Brooksie Nicholson, who spent several weeks in Detroit, Mich, reports a delightful time. Rev. Mr. Moss, pastor of the A. M. E. Zion church, will preach at our church Sunday afternoon, September 14, in the interest of club No. 2. Dr. and Mrs. J. A. Rollins and daughters, Cecelia and Lavinia Mae, motored to Kings Mountain last week to visit friends. Miss Sarah Crawford, of Rock Hill, S. C., is visting in the home of her aunt. Mrs. Anna Crawford CECELIA ROLLINS. SHILOH CHURCH, WAXHAW. On last Sunday, Rev. R. M. Moore preached an interesting sermon from Revelation 3:5. Two persons united with our church. Our many friends will be glad to know that Miss Florence Mas sey is improving. She has been sick for two or three weeks, Miss Daisy Norwood is better. We were glad to have with us Sunday Elder Craig and family of Hamlet; Mr. and Mrs. John nie Starnes of Charlotte, and Miss Hattie Massey of Jackson Grove church. MRS. W. D. NORWWOD. Blow Your Horn. "Never imagine," said Uncle Eben, “dat you kin git so good you don’t need a little boostin’. Even Barnum’s clr* cus had to use billboards.”—Washing, ton Star.
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