closes its doors against persons who go beyond certain limits in the gratification of certain habits or appetites, because they mentally unfit the individual and otherwise render him a despicable object not fit to associate with the pure and intelligent. We are not inclined, therefore, to palliate or condone an offense against its welfare, especially when the offense is voluntarily committed with a full knowledge of its effects. If our young men and women will insist upon showing contempt for the refined taste of their associates, and make slaves of themselves by cultivating an unnatural appetite for that which makes moral and mental degenerates of them, ostracize them. Shun their society as you would a leper. No man or woman who possesses a spark of pride would long rest under the ban when once society and associates combined to close the door against them. Some are prone to palliate the offense that cigarette smokers are no worse than other smokers. Both are foul enough, but "of two evils choose the least." We would suggest as an alternative that our cigarette smokers get a cob pipe and a package of Lime Kiln Club and do the business right, but as a general proposition they are Johnnie boys whose deli

cate natures could not endure a half dozen whiffs from anything "so dreffully hawid." This effeminateness of character alone ought to be enough to turn every girl against them. It is true that the scope of cigarette smokers takes in men of all character, but it is a safe proposition that none are mentally well balanced, and, then, conditions vary only with their term of slavery as smokers.

Knowing the fearful results that have been attendant upon the use of cigarettes and knowing the detestation in which the habit is held by respectable and intelligent people, will any person in a rational state of mind engage in the habit? We think not. We therefore conclude by deduction that every cigarette we see between the teeth of any person marks that person as one mentally deficient, as one lacking manhood and will power, as one whose brain is unable to see through its cobwebs where his folly will land him.

We hope that our fair daughters will take concerted action in this matter and act in conjunction with the Anti-cigarette League that has been instituted in several places, each showing that noble spirit of womanhood that repels the unclean and rebels against associations that tend to drag her from her lofty place.

The Committee on the Judiciary of the Senate reported the Anti-Injunction Bill with an amendment which takes all the vitality from the measure and which, if enacted into law, would legalize the issuance of injunctions in trade disputes whenever the judge of the court finds that it is likely that the effects of the action of the workers will be to injure the business of the complainant.

It is conceded that men may legally strike. It is impossible that a large number of employes can retire from their employment in concert without the action being "likely" to "result in injury to the property or business of the complainant.' The amendment proposed is the very antithesis of the spirit of the bill as introduced. Organized labor wanted the original bill enacted into law. Organized labor should oppose to

the bitter end the enactment into law of the amendment originated by the Senate Committee.

The bill as originally introduced has been approved by the Divisions and Lodges and membership of the railway organizations quite generally. It was in line with the desires of organized labor as voiced by the labor press. While many have endorsed it the differences of opinion which are entertained on all matters have come to the front on this subject. Division 320 of the O. R. C at Dayton, Ohio, recently wrote their Congressman protesting against the enactment of the measure, saying: "The proposed law would deprive peaceable and law abiding citizens of all classes and conditions of the protection afforded by restraining orders and injunctions."

Editor Railway Conductor:

I have just been perusing the pages of the March CONDUCTOR, and with the inspiration received from Sister Moore's letter I am reminded that almost three months have elapsed since you have heard from St. Paul. I read Sister Moore's letter through and through, and as I glanced over the pages the second time I read between the lines and it seemed to me as the message on the wall of old-there was a message there from our commander bidding us to do our duty and despair not until we had accomplished a complete triumph. The Ladies' Auxiliary has a work to accomplish and it, as Sister Moore says, it is you and I among the rank and file that are chosen to do this work. 'Tis true we must have leaders to map out and plan this campaign, but the work must be done by the entire army, and here is where individual exertion and co-operation, working hand in hand, may accomplish much. I would like, or rather suggest, that every member of the Auxiliary read Sister Moore's letter and take it as a special message for herself, and let us begin to profit by the advice today and not wait for the morrow which never comes. I also read with much interest and pleasure the letters from Sister Tracy at Los Angeles. Sister Chantry from Minneapolis, Sister Browne from Hiawatha, Kansas, and as I read them over it reminds me that we have thinking women among us in our ranks, and they are women that realize that life is worth the living and they are making the most of life and its opportunities.

As I am busy at my desk writing, my small boy, aged ten, comes to me and asks me for pen and paper with which to write a letter to his big brother for money to buy a bicycle, and of course you who are mothers and have small folk around can readily guess what that means. When I have given him the necessary instructions and articles and gotten him to work, little Helen, aged eight, comes and tells me that next Friday is her birthday, and I must block out some invitations to her party, and of course the necessary questions concerning the details of those invitations necessarily takes my mind off from the letter.

Auxiliary 98 is moving on in the even tenor of its way. Sister Hauser, our new President, is demonstrating to each one of us all, that she is the right woman in the right place. She is inspiring us with new energy, new ambitions and new zeal, and makes each meeting more inter

esting and helpful than the one before. We have taken in four new members since the new year, and we ballotted on two more at our last meeting and we have still a number of prospective members in view.

We have had a number of delightful social gatherings of late. The surprise tendered Sister Gilboy was enjoyed by a goodly number of Sisters and their husbands. February 14 Sister Goss gave a Valentine euchre party for the members, and each one was privileged to invite a few friends. Sister Goss is always an entertaining hostess.

Our Auxiliary has issued invitations for a charity card party the second week in April. At our last meeting committees were appointed to make the arrangements, and we hope to make it a rousing success.

We hear that Brother Malloy isn't as well as usual, but Sister Malloy is always cheerful and happy. Sister Haulihan has scarlet fever at her home. How thankful we should be that we have health and strength. Was ever a letter completed without reference to the weather? We have had delightful weather here of late, the air was soft and balmy and we could almost see the trees budding. The small boy was couspicuous on the street with his marbles, and the chirp of the robin was heard with glee. But Jack Frost fools us in great shape today. The wind is blowing a hurricane, there are flurries of snow and the thermometer is down in the zeros. Such are the uncertainties of a Minnesota climate.

We had somewhat hoped to have a school of instruction in Minnesota this spring, but we conferred with the Minneapolis Sisters and the majority favored holding the school in the fall. So we are looking forward to that time with pleasure. We will have delegates from Grand Forks, Mason City, Austin and we hope Duluth.

I just got a letter from West Superior asking me to come and organize an Auxiliary there and I think this statement will make an interesting paragraph to my letter. I forgot to mention that we had word from Sister Pease, our Past Secretary, who is living in Cumberland. We are looking forward to a visit from her soon, and her little son, which we claim as our protege. I want, also, to call attention to the words of Sister Hauser when she took the chair: "We have three small books to aid us: Our ritual, the Constitution and Roberts' Rules of Order." The

words were well spoken and apropos. We hope soon to see every Sister at every meeting. Those who are absent do not know what they miss Let us remember Sister Moore's letter and also our obligation.

In all of our dealings let us ever remember to practice the precepts of our motto: Charity,Truth and Friendship. We have added to our membership Sister O'Kane of Breckenridge. Sister O'Kane is a prominent worker in the Order of the Eastern Star, and will be appreciated. She at once took out a policy from our insurMRS. J. C. MCCALL.

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St. Paul, Minn.

Editor Railway Conductor:

We have elected and installed our officers of Auxiliary 52. In starting out at the beginning of the new year we feel encouraged to take part in the new duties that come before us. The past year has been a very prospereus one in every way. Sickness and misfortune have not stopped on our doorstep. Agreeable opinions have prevailed in all our meetings and kindness and friendship have been our motto. We have enjoyed ourselves with social pastimes and suppers. While we give part of our time to society we do not forget the good advice given us by Sister Moore at Elmira, teaching us that the home is the foundation upon which good principles are cultivated and the good influence that shine out from the home light the pathway of the successful man or woman. The school of instruction showing the working of the Order made a lasting impression which no one that was there will ever forget. The good Brothers of Division 8 chartered a trolley car and took us around the city. We realize that travel broadens the mind and enlarges the understanding. Elmira excels any city we have seen. The well laid streets, the model houses, lawns and hotels are worthy of imitation. The pleasant acquaintances we made and the courtesy shown to visiting people will cause us to remember Elmira as one of the most pleasant cities we ever visited, and when Elmira friends come to Port Jervis the doors of Auxiliary to Division 52 will be open for them. MRS. E. DEvere.

Port Jervis, N. Y.

Editor Railway Conductor:

Auxiliary 134 has started out with great interest for the year of 1902. Has had one initiation and expects more soon. Sister W. C. Gallaway presented 134 with a beautiful sofa pillow to be raffled for the purpose of replenishing the treasury. Prospects are good for the teas to begin at an early date. We expected our Grand President this month, but were doomed to disappointment. However, we hope Sister Moore's daughter has fully recovered, and that she may visit us before the close of the year. Brother and Sister W. J. Manning are again residing in Palestine, and we are glad to have Sister M. attend meetings again.

Also glad to see our Vice Sister Brown with us again after an absence of two meetings on account of sickness.

Brother L. E. Sheppard visited Division 77, and at night the Brothers prepared a splendid supper and invited the L. A. to meet Brother S. About fifty participated in the pleasures of the evening and hope to meet the Brother again, as he is full of enthusiasm and the right man in the right place. CONDUCTOR'S WIFE.

Palestine, Texas.

Editor Railway Conductor:

The officers of Auxiliary 121 were installed at the first meeting in January. For our retiring President, Sister Wright, we have nothing but words of praise and appreciation for her work in the past. She has been faithful to her trust and the words well done should echo in her ear.. After installation a lunch was served and a pleasant little time was had by the members present. We were delighted to make the acquaintance of Sister Perkins of Jackson, Tenn., some time ago, and trust she will feel at home in our Auxiliary room and come to all our meetings. We have had a visit from two of our distant members, Sister Bundy of East St. Louis and Sister Schwartz of Washington, Ind. We are always so glad to see them. We are sorry to have Sister Myers detained at home on account of sickness in her family, and hope we may soon see her among us again. Sister George was presented with an embroidered center piece with the love of the Auxiliary for her services as Secretary and Treasurer. Our attendance is good and we are moving forward,but we feel discouraged sometimes, when after trying so hard to get certain of our friends interested in the Order to have them tell us they do not care to join. We need all the good, earnest, thoughtful women, who are eligible-and we want them, oh, so much! There is scarcely a conductor's wife in Centralia who could not spare two evenings out of a month for this cause, and I am sure if they would only become members, they would never regret it, and how much better work we could do with three or four times the number we have now.

Our Auxiliary is sadly in need of a musician. We did have one, but she doesn't come as often as we would like. Good music adds so much to the work. Our President, Sister Warnsley, has offered a prize to the member who does not miss a meeting the whole year. From the appearance of things now, I think they will have to draw straws at the close of the year. During recess at our last meeting the candy kitchen man brought up a tray of ice cream sodas. It is needless to say they were greatly enjoyed by all and our President received our many thanks. We will be delighted to welcome any visiting Sisters. TOT.

Centralia, Ill.

Editor Railway Conductor:

Another year has peacefully glided over our beautiful Mohawk valley, leaving our Auxiliary in a flourishing condition. Our election and installation of officers is over. Too much credit and praise cannot be given our retiring officers.. They all worked faithfully for the best interes.

of our noble Order, and their labor was crowned with success.

We have started in the new year with good results. We have had two new members, also several applications to act upon in the near future. The meetings have been well attended. Here let me explain that our Auxiliary labors under a disadvantage as a number of members live at a distance and it is not always possible for them to attend meetings. Out of twenty-six. members an average of nineteen to twenty-three have attended regularly. On the 7th of February, after our regular meeting, we entertained the Ladies' Auxiliary connected with the Brotherhood of Railway Trainmen, Card playing, singing and music were enjoyed, after which refreshments were served. During the winter we have had several dime socials and they were a success. At present we are letting chances on a beautiful knit shawl, given to the Auxiliary by Sister Gohringer. We are going to have a social and raffle it off when we get our books filled. Sister Morris is also making a very handsome worsted quilt we intend disposing of in the same way. The next thing on our programme was our three days' stay in Syracuse, where we went to attend the school held there. We were delighted to again meet our Grand President, and I am sure we all gained lots of useful knowledge.

I am happy to say we have had very little sickness in our Auxiliary this winter. Hoping this letter will find all Auxiliaries as happy and as prosperous as ours. MRS. P. H. EAGAN. Frankfort, N. Y.

Editor Railway Conductor:

Our

Auxiliary 154 is getting along nicely. members are taking active interest and the attendance has been remarkably good this winter. The officers are good workers and we look forward to a pleasant, prosperous year.

On the afternoon and evening of February 6th our Auxiliary gave a bazaar which, through the untiring efforts of those in charge, was a success. In the afternoon the ladies were entertained at cards and in the evening dancing was indulged in. A neat sum was added to the treasury. At the last meeting, on behalf of the Auxiliary, Sister President in a few appropriate words presented Past Secretary and Treasurer Sister Hawks with a beautiful set of solid silver tea spoons.

We hope all members will endeavor to attend meetings regularly, and if any difficulties arise try to overcome them. What has become of Tot? We enjoyed her writings so much. Wishing all Auxiliaries success. Freeport, Ill.

Editor Railway Conductor:

CORRESPONDENT.

did one year ago, but you know the consequence if I say any of them are looking any older-so I will make amends by saying we have the same efficient and faithful officers we had during 1901. Another year has passed and gone, bringing with it glad tidings to many and sad tidings to some of our Sisters, as we have only been organized three years and during that time three of our most faithful members have had to mourn for the loss of a dear husband, and we have had to give up one of our dearest Sisters, but God grant that with the beginning of this year we will leave all of our troubles behind, and all have a year of unwonted happiness and prosperity.

Deputy Grand President Sister Jewett of New Orleans was with us for inspection at our last meeting in January, and complimented us very highly, but I am not going to tell anybody what she said. She organized us and of course is (proud) of our Auxiliary. Sisters Mahoney and Smith of Auxiliary 105 came with Sister Jewett. Come again, Sisters. We are anticipating with much pleasure a visit from our Grand Secretary and Treasurer in the near fu ture.

Several of the Brothers of Division 367 have lately married and we are trying to get their wives to come with us, for we are all scattered to the three corners of the earth and now have one eye on the fourth, so we are not very many when all told. MRS. JOHN G. FORD.

McComb City, Miss.

Editor Railway Conductor:

So many things have transpired since last you heard from us it is difficult to know just where to begin. We had our inspector, Sister Ingraham, with us at our annual election, which was a great pleasure to us. We have a new corps of officers this year, at least a general changing around, and with our faithful little President at the helm and the hearty co-operation of all Sisters the new year opens with most brilliant prospects.

A very pleasant surprise-a lovely oak and leather rocker-was presented to our retiring President, which was greatly appreciated by her, testifying so forcibly to that confidence and sisterly affection which has ever been in the ruling spirit in this Auxiliary.

Several of our Sisters have moved away and we miss them very much. We gladly welcome Sister Smith into our circle, and hope to have many more additions soon. Our handkerchief and apron bazaar was a decided success, and we thank our many friends for the beautiful handkerchiefs they so kindly sent. There were handkerchiefs galore, from the dainty point lace to the head handkerchiefs worn by the black "mammies" back in the old Southern home.

We were very sorry, indeed, to miss the union meeting in Fort Worth. Although Sister Grand President could not be present, we are sure all Sisters were greatly benefited, as Sister Ingraham is a most able instructor and competent lady. We shall look forward to our Grand President's coming next year and hope we may

have a visit from her to spur us on to greater efforts.

Sister Hughes has been ill but we are happy to say is improving, and Sister Coffey's little daughter is getting along nicely. We wish each member would constitute herself a committee to visit all of the members who have sickness in their families. A visit at such times is greatly appreciated, and we should make an extra effort in this direction. We wish all Auxiliaries success, peace and prosperity for another year. Cleburne, Tex. SCRIBBLER.

Editor Railway Conductor:

Auxiliary 123 sends greeting to all Sister Auxiliaries. We have been growing steadily both in interest and in membership. We start the year with nearly all re-elected officers, which speaks well for the work they have done for the Order in the past year. After election we were treated to a fine luncheon, served by Sisters Pain and Bower. We held a public installation in January. A fine programme was prepared and greatly enjoyed by all present, after which we served refreshments. At our last meeting we had the pleasure of extending the hand of fellowship and initiating into our Auxiliary three Sisters and hope to have more soon. Brother and Sister Terry are rejoicing over the arrival of a new boy at their house. May our motto, Charity, Truth and Friendship guide us all in our work this coming year. Austin, Minn.

MRS. WILL PLUMMER.

Editor Railway Conductor:

Sister Moonley, our regular correspondent, being incapacitated by rheumatism from writing her usual letter, has kindly requested that I relate a few of the doings of Auxiliary 9. The Sisters are all up and doing their part toward raising funds to entertain the Grand convention in 1903. Sister Loutenheizer donated a quilt to be chanced off, and we realized quite a nice little sum.

The Alleghany members are arranging for a measuring social. Last but not least, the annual reception by the Pitcairn Sisters, April 17, to which all are cordially invited; tickets, 50 cents a couple. Thus, working in perfect harmony, all for one good purpose, there is no such word as fail in any of our undertakings.

The desire to be worthy of the confidence of our members, the realization that failure would reflect upon us as a class, rather than the individual, has sent incentive to greater efforts. Sister Leach celebrated her birthday February 28th and with the assistance of some of the members spoiled two turkeys. Brother Naser's natal day was observed with a surprise by the Sisters. Sister Reinhart, on behalf of Auxiliary 9, presented him with a beautiful fob and O. R. C. charm. A delicious supper, prepared by Sister Naser, was very much enjoyed.

THE CONDUCTOR is a welcome visitor in our home, and the letters all read with a great deal of interest. Some are enjoyed as much as a personal letter, having made the acquaintance of so many members in the different Auxiliaries.

The stories, editorials, and in fact everything the pages contain are of more or less interest. I wonder if Brother Lane's threat to publish the names of those who do not lift their CONDUCTOR has had any effect? Sister Moonley has been confined to her bed for six weeks at this writing, suffering a great deal of pain. We wish for her a speedy recovery, as she is one of our faithful, and we miss her. With kind wishes for everything pertaining to the welfare of all L. A. and O. R. C. MRS. J. A. REINHART. Piitsburg, Pa.

Editor Railway Conductor:

After waiting for two years I thought to see if I could learn why our correspondent does not drop a word. I am afar from home and have only been in an Auxiliary room two or three times in two and a half years. I belong to No. 82, but have been away so long, and I miss it so much, as I always felt very much interested in it and all its works. So now, Sisters, I do wish some of you would drop just a word.

We have no Auxiliary in Goodland, although they have a large and enthusiastic Division of the O. R. C. We are earnestly in hope someone may start the ball to rolling and start an Auxiliary. I feel confident that should we succeed in organizing an Auxiliary that the ladies would all enjoy it and become much interested, as the work is beautiful as well as instructive. So now I hope someone may take the matter up, and when our Grand President comes west this summer (as she goes to Denver to attend union meeting) that we may be able to have her come our way and organize us into a band of Sisters.

Business is very good on the C. R. I. & P., and the boys are kept quite busy. There is talk of the new passenger trains going on for the summer ere long and some of the boys will be donning the blue.

A sad affair happened last week. W. H. Frasier, a brotherhood fireman, was shot down on the street by the city marshal without any provocation whatever. He was a great favorite among the boys and very well liked by all who knew him. He was a quiet, unassuming and a very gentlemanly boy, and it saddened all.

Division 276 is making extensive and elaborate preparation for a ball the 29th of April. Everyone is looking forward to the time, as the boys leave nothing undone to insure their guests a right royal time. Love to Auxiliary 82, and let's see something from you. Goodland, Kan.

Editor Railway Conductor:

MUGGINS.

In electing our officers for the ensuing year we made a great many changes and we hope our new President will fill her office as creditably as our retiring one did, and we feel equally sure that she will.

Now that the weather is getting so pleasant the members are requested to be a little more punctual in their attendance and renew their in terest in such a grand work and help to make the meetings more interesting. We have not been having good meetings and good attendance