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THE TOPEKA PLAINDEALER. The Idea! Two-thirds of the Suffragists the Polls to Vote, Really Can't Tell What They Are Voting For! BASE METHODS Frank MacLennan's Disreputable Journalism Is Quite Disgusting to Respectable Readers. VOLUME II. Had Col. Anthony BASE ME Frank MacLennan's nalism Is Quite Respectable It is strange to THE PLAINDEALER why the good and law-abiding citizens of Topeka should tolerate a "newspaper" like The Topeka State Journal—should submit to a paper like it being read in their homes, a paper which is run on the order of The Police News and Gazelle, and whose similarity is decidedly, though regretfully, striking. Its blackmailing proclivities are quite pronounced, and it depends for support and sustenance principally upon that source, and upon its sensations and scandals is based its claim to "journalism." In the majority of its publications it caters to the debased instincts of the reading public rather than to their reasoning powers and common sense. Any and every thing that will excite the minds and passions of an otherwise peaceful and contented public, and that tends to corrupt good morals, is resorted to by this exemplar of yellow journalism. As an example, the divorce cases and others wherein parties are more or less involved in scandal, are dishedd up with a relish that would do credit to writers on a paper run on the order of The Sunday Sun. In the chase after the almighty dollar, and in the subordination of common decency, is this the sort of matter to be placed before juvenile reaas whose minds are being trained morality and righteousness in the public schools? In order to make big sales of The State Journal, Mr. MacLennan seemingly overrides everything that savors of decency and respectability. As an evidence of The Journal's degrading influences, when the Rev. Dr. Sheldon, no doubt a superior citizen, a great writer and a sincere and honest Christian, as well as a conscientious worker for the uplift of fallen humanity, conceived the idea of conducting a newspaper, at the request of others, on a plan complimentary to the people's morals and their intelligence, Mr. MacLennan, the apostle of yellow journalism in this community, secured the services of a man to write "sermous" for his paper whose carcass is so impregnated with infidelity as to be a positive stench in the nostrils, and the gist of whose "ideas" was actually so nauseating as to call forth a protest and condemnation from as hardened a sinner as MacLennan him self! But, unfortunately for common decency, this is the sort of carrion on which The State Journal feeds. The evening paper is a particularly good liar, a good blackmailer, and resorts to underhand methods for the promotion of its interests which should not appear in a newspaper having a circulation in Christian homes and in a community whose atmosphere is sullied occasionally, or rather quite frequently, when the zephyrs blow from the corner of Ninth street and Kansas avenue. It is admitted by all fair-minded men that a real newspaper should conform to the truth as accurately and as reliably as possible. But does The State Journal do this? No. Its motto is, "Ignore the truth; there may be honor in it, but there is a dollar or so in lying." Mr. MacLennan is against many progressive measures for the betterment of mankind; he has demonstrated that he is against the Christian religion by hiring a follower of Bob Ingersoll to write screeds for his paper and afterwards "apologizing" for their appearance. By lying, misrepresentation and vilification The Topeka State Journal has gained its "influence" and managed to gather in a dollar occasionally. As to politics, it is an illegitimate child; no party owns it and it owns no party. It is astirde the fence everlastingly. Why The Topeka State Journal should have been given the city printing when there are so many reliable and reputable Republican papers here, is more than can be understood. Possibly it has bulldozed and slandered FRIDAY MORNING. Meny Not Supported METHODS. Disreputable Jour- e Disgusting to e Readers. bonest and good citizens so persistently, that they bow to it, for fear the monstrous reptile will insert its fangs deeper into the flesh of the innocent. In every city or county election The Journal selects some particular candidate, the object of its venom and vituperation, and begins a series of lying and slanderous articles concerning him, all the while supporting a favored candidate under cover. Last Saturday the editor of The Journal began a lying series castigating Galen Nichols, a candidate for county attorney, a young man who was born and reared in Topeka, and one whose family connections are the best—financially, religiously and morally. Yet, this infamous "newspaper," descending to the basest methods of yellow journalism and sensationalism, makes statements to the effect that Mr. Nichols represents an element of law-breakers, and that if elected to the office he seeks, he would connive with them to defeat justice, a bare lie on the face of it! And why does this paper, at this late date, attack County Attorney Jetmore, when he is not before the people asking their suffrage? And why has it refrained from the publication of the list of names of those who were charged with crime heretofore? To show that The Journal is wholly irresponsible, it says in Lying Series No.1, that Mr. Jetmore had charge of all the liquor cases published, when in fact one-third of the cases are city cases and the county attorney has nothing to do with them. Had The Journal man submitted his list to City Attorney Bird, he would have been told that one-third are city cases. And people who live in glass houses, by the-way, should not throw stones. The editor of The Journal, as an advocate of the Temperance Cause and as a champion of the great Reform Movement, should not be so caustic while preaching in the camp of his brethren. It is said that once upon a time he was seen "smiling" with a class of people whom he now ruthlessly castigates. From a Woman. DOWAGIAC, Michigan, March 26. I have been a reader of THE PLAIN-DEALER for six months and will say I think it well worth one dollar, and for my part, I am more than pleased with it. I must say the paper is quite interesting, and I am anxious every Monday morning until I get it, and if it fails to put in an appearance, I am greatly disappointed. Not on Your Tin Type. Will the South succeed in converting the people of the North to its way of thinking on the Negro question? Not souf if the animus of the former is betrayed to the extent represented by the present crusaders from that section who are asking for a repeal of the Fifteenth Amendment on the ground that it is a constant menace, to an impeachment of the whites. What the South will do if all restraints are removed, can be best inferred from what it has done already toward making the Negro feel that he is a man and a citizen. The North will treat these missionaries with courtesy to the extent of granting them a hearing, but no further. The following program will be rendered April 14, at the Pleasant Hour literary: Music, Georgia Watkins and Alberta Guy; essay, Mrs. John Page; vocal duet, Mary Jordan and Hester Hawkins; gazette, Mrs. R. Wade; music, Angelica Granpure; recitation, Luvenia Brown; vocal solo, Mrs. M. Slaughter; scenes from Shakespeare, Mrs. M. E. Young and Miss L. Thompson; paper for discussion, James Page; quotations from lady authors; news summary, Mrs. Guy. TOPEKA, KANSAS, APRIL 6, 1900. One of the Final Calls Is Made for the Rounding Up of the Republican Voters for the Primaries to Be Held on April 14. Who are the colored people for? Are they supporting this candidate, or the other? "This man or that man has assured me that he is for me, and that means I will have all the colored votes in the Fifth ward." It has been the policy of THE PLAINDEALER to abstain from the course usually practiced by Negro journals in selecting certain candidates, and advising our people to support them and to oppose other men in the party. We have been prompted to do this for several reasons. That course has always savored too much of the campaign sheet order. It carried with it the idea that the Negro vote is a purchasable quantity and at the disposal of any quartet of self styled leaders. The time is passed when any man can say (if such statement ever could be truthfully made), that he could deliver the vote of our people. Especially is this true in Shawnee county and Topeka. In this community the floating vote among our people is a very small minority. The influx of strangers is not sufficient to materially affect the vote cast by the colored people. Hence, by reason of long residence and the beneficent influences of a splendid public school system, the Negroes of Topeka and of Kansas are a set of capable and intelligent voters. They know the men and very thoroughly understand the motives actuating them and the principles they assume to represent. The Negroes are prepared to discriminate between men as well as measures. The oldtime theory that "I am a good friend of the Negro," or "I fought to free you," must take its place in the grave along with the "bloody shirt." The great mass of colored voters have a sufficient knowledge of the various candidates that it would be presumption for any man to advise them to support one as against another. We believe that the very best policy to pursue is to present all the candidates with an honest review of their records as citizens and public servants, and depend upon their intelligence and patriotism to select those who will administer our public affairs honestly and economically. We believe we can rely upon their good judgment because they, as taxpayers and citizens, are interested more in the welfare of the community than in the success of any particular individual. NEGRO REPRESENTATION. In view of the fact that there are no Negroes asking for political preferment, to our mind, the proper policy to be followed by our people is to pursue such a course as will enable the race to maintain its present representation at the court house. County Attorney Jetmore has manifested a disposition to be fair and impartial in the distribution of the meager patronage of his office by appointing Mr. James H. Guy as one of his deputies. Judge L. S. Dolman, of the probate court, has kept Mr. John Patterson as a clerk and a stenographer. And the board of county commissioners has kept Lee Woodall as one of the janitors. The amount of money coming into our people's hands through these sources is considerable, and is a reasonable compensation for party fealty. These men have all manifested ability in their various lines, and enjoy the confidence and esteem of their superiors. THE PLAINDEALER believes that the nominees of April 4 will, as Republicans, be ready and willing to extend to our people a reasonable share of their patronage, and would be willing to fill the positions now held by capable Negroes by persons of the same race, even though they might prefer others. The success of Messas Guy and Patterson has very clearly demonstrated that our people in this county possess material capable of filing other positions besides janitor ships. - The gentlemen selected to lead the party will be under obligations to the race. Negroes no longer tie themselves to one party nor to one individual. They have their preferences, and it matters not who the successful ones may be. Negro votes contributed something to their elevation. And, again, party managers, looking forward to future success of the party, should see to it that all elements are cared for and their zeal rewarded. The influence of the appointment of a few Negroes to paltry positions by the Republican party in its banner county, is felt in all parts of Kansas and beyond her limits. It serves to confirm and strengthen the young Negro just entering into manhood in the faith of the grand old party of which his boyish faucies have been so full, and from which he has hoped so much. These are few men in Shawnee county better qualified and equipped for the position of probate judge than Mr. H. J. Bevelle. His years of service as deputy give him a familiarity with the details of the office, and his well-known honesty and integrity appeal strongly to the voter, who feels that the men who served for years to preserve intact this glorious nation of ours, are entitled to all the consideration a generous public can give. Infirmities resulting from his service in the field will prevent Mr. Bevelle from personally calling upon every voter in the county, but we take great pleasure in recommending him to the favorable consideration of our people. He has always manifested a special interest in the colored people by always voting with that party which gave the Negro the rights and privileges he now enjoys. REPRESENTATIVES AND SENATOR. In the legislative contest, much interest is being roused by reason of the fact that a United States Senator will be elected next winter. The friends and supporters of Senator Baker and J. R. Burton are making a very strong effort to secure votes for their respective candidates. So far, only Colonel Harrison, one of the Senatorial aspirants, has openly declared himself an anti-Burton man. The fight will be very warm. In the race for Senator who was elected last fall to fill out the term of Major Anderson, as State Senator, is now asking Republicans for the nomination for the regular term. Mr. Chaney is one of Shawnee county's active young Republicans. As chairman of the County Central committee during the past three years, he has given much of his time and labor to the cause of Republicanism in Shawnee county. Under his management the party in this county can once again claim, as in the eighties a twenty-five-hundred majority. One element of Mr. Chaney's strength lies in the fact that he has always been fair and just in the treatment of all classes and creeds within the party. He has long been a resident of Topeka, and is of the city's most successful business men. His knowledge of the county's needs and interests will make him a valuable representative in the upper house of the Legislature. Shawnee county, of all counties in the state, is most directly and vitally interested in each session of the Legislature. This arises from the fact of Topeka's being the capital of the state, and the further fact of two of the most important charitable institutions being located here. Mr. Chaney's friends claim, and truthfully, too, that his business ability, activity, wide state acquaintance, and, above all, his firm belief in his home city and county, will enable him to accomplish as much as any one the people could choose to represent them. No one doubts his Republicanism, nor his ability to faithfully discharge the duties of the honorable position which he seeks. COL. T.'W. HARRISON came to Kansas twenty-one years ago, matter Would Have I D. THE BISH ing Rev. C. W. Preston Is for It By Some o Ministers and and moved his family to Topeka about fourteen years ago. He was nominated and elected a member of the city council and also mayor of the city. As mayor of the city he was the staunch friend of the laboring classes, and distributed the city work in such a way as to give the greatest number of families the benefit of that work and at the same time not cut down the rate of wages. His administration as mayor was during the hard times when there was little or no other work to be given, and he distributed the city work to the greatest number of laboring men during the winter season when work was most needed by them, and they were thus enabled to supply their families with the comforts of life during this inclement season. As mayor, he inaugurated many reforms for the benefit of the laboring classes. He met with them and consulted with them in regard to their wants, and learned their wishes and assisted them in getting their just demands. The laboring classes know him to be their friend, for he always stood by them and assisted them in every way in his power. He has always been a hard-working man himself, and knows how to sympathize with the working-men, and also knows how to assist them when they are in need of help, and the interests of the laboring classes can be safely trusted in his hands. Believing, as we do, in the ability of our people to select such men as will best administer the affairs of this county, and, having full faith in the party managers that they will see to it that our present race-representation is maintained, we do not presume to advance our individual choice, but ask that each man be given a fair and candid investigation, and that your vote be cast for the man of your own choice. They are all good men; they are all honorable, upright, good citizens and staunch Republican, whose selection would reflect credit upon a party made up as is the Republican party of this county—of good men. Perhaps one of the most important offices in the gift of the people is JUDGE OF THE DISTRICT COURT. It is a flattering compliment to the ability, honesty and integrity of Hon. Z. T. Hazen that, after serving faithfully for two terms, there should be an almost unanimous demand for his continuation. In entering the canvas for nomination for the third term without opposition within his party, Judge Hazen is enjoying an honor which was never before given a judge in this county. When first entering upon the duties of his office, Judge Hazen announced that his court would be run on business principles, and the "law's delays" should not be invoked to defraud a client of justice or pile expenses on the taxpayers. This system has been rigidly adhered to and followed to benefit the lawyer as well as the litigant; and, in his zeal, mercy has always seasoned justice. During his term of services, many intricate and difficult cases have been before him. He has always been fearless in the administration of his office. An avowed and outspoken resubmissionist has been impartial in his findings on all cases that have come before him, touching the enforcement of the prohibitory law according to the evidence. By his wise conduct, he has made the prohibitionists his friends. There is more "war" in the COUNTY ATTORNEY fight than there is in the Transvaal or Philippines. It is a triangular affair with a good man in each corner. The liberal element seems to be "lined up" behind Messrs. Nichols and Doran, while the "other fellows" are large on Charlie Spencer. Mr. Spencer, one of the candidates for county attorney, is a Shawnee county product. (Continued on Fourth Page.) THE BISHOPRIC. Rev. C. W. Preston Is Highly Indorsed for It By Some of the Leading Ministers and Citizens. Quarterly Conference St. Paul Church. St. Louis, Mo., April 2.—The second quarterly session of the conference year, and the last of the quadrennial term of St. Paul A. M. E. church in the city of St. Louis, Missouri, which was preceded by a soul-stirring general class on Thursday, March 15, and concluded with a reviving and spiritualizing love-feast on Monday, March 19,—the most encouraging and rare feature of which was children testifying for Christ,—followed with an exceptional, commendable and grand official report, took place on Sunday, March 18. At 11 a. m., Rev. S. J. Brown, P. E., held fort; took his text from Revelations vi: 2; subject, "The Conquering Redeemer," and though suffering from a recent attack of la gippe, he treated his subject with such sublime eloquence and spirit that the audience was apparently lifted up from earth to Heaven. Of a truth, it was a grand day in Zion. After the lifting of the collection, the sacrament of baptism by sprinkling was administered, and great earnestness was manifested by the candidates. At 2:30 p. m. the people re-assembled, and Rev. E. R. Vaughn, secretary of the Missouri annual conference, and pastor of Quinn Chapel, South St. Louis, preached an interesting, awakening and healthy discourse from Psalms xxiii : 4.—subject, "David's Attachment to the House of God." The reverend gentleman handled his subject with such fervor and zeal that the congregation was to the highest spiritually benefited; the emotions of the people being tantamount to the language of the poet: After the lifting of the collection, the sacrament of the Lord's Supper was administered to about five-hundred persons; and a more orderly, spiritual, impressive and largely attended service among the Negro churches in the city is not known. Excluding the presiding elder and the pastor, Rev. C.W. Preston, there were about eight other divines present, who attended, not only to participate in the services, but also to take object lessons, and copy, if possible, the decorum and well-managed clock-work arrangement of Dr. Preston's pastoral machinery. At 7:30 p. m., Rev. D. W. Oakes, of Payne's Mission—in the city—preached to a well-packed auditorium; and the meeting, from start to finish, was highly spiritual. Rev. Oakes is no mean pulpit orator and vocalist. After the financial part of the service was attended to, the sacrament of baptism was again administered by sprinkling and immersion, also the sacrament of the Lord's Supper; and such was the ecstasy of the people that the unanimous audible expression was: The musical workers were not behind. The organist, Miss Ella Severe, a public school teacher, exhibited her musical talent and skill with such facility, grace and alacrity, that we can but ascribe to her, Excelsior, et nun secundus. The choristers sang, not only loudly, but sweetly, melodiously, timely and zealously. The quarterly financial results were one of the best during the doctor's pastorate. Ministers and laymen—except those who are prejudicial, malicious and antagonistic to Dr. Preston within and without the city, county, and state of Missouri—have all agreed that "never man" labored as he. During his revival services, he had not only large gatherings and liberal contributions, but also souls for his hire in many conversions and accessions of old and young, mostly men. Rev. Dr. Preston is beyond the ordinary run of ministers. As a man, he is very humane as a minister, his brothers cares as his: as a self-man, his intelligence can NUMBER 14. Been Elected. SHOPRIC. Is Highly Indorsed of the Leading nd Citizens. not be coped with, and his knowledge cannot be fathomed. He is studious and thoughtful, but quite reserved; he is learned and very profound, though seemingly superficial. As a pastor, he has few equals; and in every department of his pastorate, there is this cry of wonder: "What manner of man is this?" As a financier, with whom he be compared? Putting aside the numerical strength of St. Paul—his pastorate—its financial embarrassment is of such a nature that it would baffle the skill and courage of any man; but Dr. Preston treads that macadamized road with such facilitating ingenuity and fortitude, that efforts put forth—whether in calm, thick or thin, wet or dry, summer or winter, the results have always been great and marvelous success. Some men can formulate plans, but their plans may fail to operate; some plans may operate with but little success; and some plans may successfully operate but the results achieved may not be satisfactorily disposed of. But not so with Dr. Preston: he is a financier in every sense of the term. Oh, for more Prestons in the African Methodist connection! Can any one forbid the election o this Western, generally unrivalled, ecclesiastical factor to the bishoprie? After all these years of incessant, arduous and successful labors, can one deny him the deserved right of episcopal honors? There was never a charge to which he was ever assigned, where he did not in every way eclipse his predecessors' brightness, and darken the meridian splendor of his successors. Of him, it cannot be conscientiously said or queried, what has he done to entitle him to such honors? He did not succeed by resorting to unfair and unChristian-like means: such as slander, sleight-of-hand, betrayal, trickery and so forth; "neither by assuming might nor power"—hut by implicit confidence in his God and never-ceasing mental and manual labors. It is wonderful, it is mysterious. Again, we ask, can any one forbid the election of such a man as Rev. Dr. C. W. Preston to the bishopric? To Dr. C W. Preston, as an exemplarg minister of the gospel, a moral, Christian gentleman, a model pastor, a sympathetic fellow-citizen and a philanthropic friend and benefactor, we say: "Fear not each sudden sound and shock, Tis of the mourn and not the rock. Tis but the flapping of the sail. And not a rent made by the gale. In storms or tempest, cloud or calm Be not dumayed nor be alarmed. Our hearts, our hearts, our hope, our aid, Are all with them, are all with them." Stewardesses—Katie Ross, O. Washington, Emily Jones, Diana Jenkins, Nelson Williams, Julia Hyde, Harriet Slye, Mary Mosby, Mary Quinton. Stewards and trustees—J. M. Braden, E. W. Clemens, W.D. Woods, S. Leslie, S. Fox, H. H. Thompson, Jos. Shelby, Jack Hale, John Cowens, W. B. Williams, T. A. Jordan, —Jones, Wm. Matley, Sam. Jenkins, J. F. Edmonds, Wm. Joines, J. T. Edwards, W. E. Osborn, secretary, J. H. Parker, A. Curtis, Nelson Williams. Osage City. The meeting of the Wimbly Chapel Baptist church closed with an increase of two members. Rev. Golden Raimey, pastor of Burlingame church, his brother, G. D. Raimey, and H. T. Austin were in the city Monday, April 2, to attend a social given by the Baptiss church. Mrs. John Adams is on the sick list. Annie McReynolds is much improved. Rev. G. W. Brown, pastor of Wimbly Chapel Baptist church, will take a month's vacation. 'Tis unfair to take advantage of a man without front teeth, by calling him a "backbiter." Silas Rain. Silas Rain hereby announces his candidacy for County Commissioner from the district composed of the 2nd, 3rd and 4th wards, subject to the Republican primaries. W. C. Stephenson. W. C. Stephenson hereby announces his candidacy for County Commissioner for the district containing the 2nd, 3rd and 4th wards, subject to the Republican primaries. H. J. Bevelle. I hereby announce myself a candidate for the office of Probate Judge of Shawnee county, Kansas. Subject to the Republican primaries when held this spring. H. J. Bevelle. Harry C. Safford. I hereby announce myself a candidate for Representative from the district composed of the 1st and 2nd wards, Oakland and Tecumseh townships, subject to the Republican primaries. H. C. Safford. A BILL is before the Ohio Legislature proposing to strengthen the anti-lynching and mob law. It should pass. BATHING will not be indulged in for the future by Leavenworth people : a man over there took a bath, and it killed him! Why not try this scheme on Anthony W. R. SMITH has flopped himself into the editorial chair of The Manhattan Republic, and proposes to fill a long-felt want. The neat appearance of The Republic is a credit to The Mail and Breeze, where Smith received his training. IF ANYBODY thinks Justice is blind, let him hang up a $100,-000 purse. Now, take a squint at Kentucky; down there Justice not only isn't blind, but she carries a gun. The latter, we presume, is only a matter of self-protection. THAT Kentucky affair could not be settled without getting the Negro in it; he was a Negro who fired the fatal shot. Now, who the devil struck Billie Patterson? Let's refer that to the "Kentucky gentlemen, sah," to solve. It's dollars they would find that a Negro did it. THE real estate agents of St. Louis have subscribed $160,000 for the great fair of 1903. We wonder how many thousand dollars the Topeka real estate men will contribute to the proposed great street fair to be held here in May, 1900. Certainly not less than $160,000. BROTHER STEWART of The Indianapolis Recorder wants to know if ex-Editor Sheldon of The Topeka Daily Capital is a crank. Well, now, that depends on what you term a crank. If Brother Stewart will trot out to Topeka, and see what Rev. Sheldon is doing to help the Negro, we will allow him to answer his own question. The Democrats hoped to gain a heap of thunder out of the Puerto Rican tariff bill, but the way the Republicans are coming to an understanding would indicate slim chances. It would be a crime to levy a direct tax on those islanders for the maintenance of their local institutions, considering their present poverty-stricken and impoverished condition. Those people have been deprived of the right to live and have their being, by Spanish misrule, and it is "our plain duty" to give them a chance to make a crop. The statement has been made that Mr. Wilson has expressed himself as favorable to Mr. Baker as against Mr. Burton for United States Senator. We are authorized to state that these expressions are without foundation in fact. Mr. Wilson desires that the voters of the Thirty-ninth district should know that he is unpledged to any man, and that he will, if nominated and elected, use the influence of his office for the best wishes of the state and the party. Mound City. Walter Pritchett and Ada Downey, of Pleasanton, spent Sunday evening with Robert Walker and wife. Rev. T. W. Greene, Sr., of this place, preached in Fulton last Sunday at 11 a. m., and here at 7:30 p. m. Mrs. John Walker is on the sick list. E. G. Greene is expected home the latter part of next week. He has been working as second cook in the insane asylum at Osawatomie for some time and will celebrate his twenty-first birthday at home on the 21st inst. Junction City. The Afro-Americans have organized a club for the betterment of their political and social condition. Rev. Banks, of the Baptist church, and Rev. C. Alexander, of the A. M. E. Traveling the States of Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, Colorado, Cansas, and the Indian Territory. Five (5) Daily Passenger Trains are run on this line in each direction, between Kansas City and St. Louis. Are reached ONLY by this LINE MISSOUR PACIFIC RAILWAY Traveling the States Colorado, Kansas, and Five (5) Daily Passes in each direction, betwee The Famous Are reached ONLY F. E.NIPPS, Agent,- TOPEKA, KAS. Much, are taking an active part in the club. Their classes Saturday evening the Unity of Races," said the Power of Organization highly appreciated. Hannie Banks attended Baptist State Executive of Lawrence last week and its a good session. Dora Bernside returned to Kansas City somewhat ill. The two churches are providing excellent programs for Monday. Mrs. Brown was stuched the left side with paralysis on Saturday. The Baptist church has organized a lyceum society for young people. The A. M. E. people are going to build a stone of its summer. Rev. Alex organizing his forces. Rev. Banks will leave for Oklahoma, to visit other and other friends, to return he will attend ministers' and Deacons' Central association. The Second Baptist church decided to change its lot and an effort is being made to purchase another lot down. Bill Williams is seriously Rev. Alexander was in A. M. week assisting Rev. Banks a series of meetings. The subject debated a Baptist Lyceum last Friday. Resolved, That There Sian Educational Qualification Voting," was ably discussive affirmative side carrying honors. Emporia. Dave Morris recently pur- nice house and lot on ivan street. Phil. Lucas is able to b ain. Myrtle Tipton is visiti- n this week. Walter Caldwell is p baseball with the Normal s spring. John Hudson left for H Missouri Pacific Route THE·GREAT SOUTHWEST SYSTEM, States of Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, and the Indian Territory. Passenger Trains are run on this line between Kansas City and St. Louis. Hot Springs Of Arkansas by this LINE H.C. TOWNSEND, G.P. & T.A., ST. LOUIS, MO. Ottawa. The literary met at the A. M. E. church Thursday evening of last week. The following program was rendered: Song, by the society; address, President Rev. B. R. Guy; song, Mesdames E. Wooten, A. Smith and company; paper, by the vice-president, Linnetta Lewis; recitation, Rosa Gray; adoption of the constitution and receiving of members. Loring and Bonner Springs. The farmers are through planting potatoes and are feeling jubilant over the beautiful weather, so much so that they planted in this season. Mary Ewing, who has been seriously ill for three weeks with the asthma and stomach troubles, is improving rapidly. A. B. Greer and T. A. Ewing went to Kansas City this week on business. The colored merchants at Bonner Springs desire the patronage of the colored people of Edwardsville, Loring and other neighboring towns. When in Bonner you will favor them to come and examine their different stocks. H. P. Ewing has gone to Excelsior Springs for his health. G. L. Walker will manage his farm till he returns. Robert Brown, of Loring, has six planters in his field planting potatoes the first day of this week. George Banks, of Bonner, is on the sick list. J. H. Pope went to Bonner Tuesday, on business. A few of our boys were some what intoxicated Sunday night. We hope the boys will be careful hereafter and limit themselves to what they can stand. Little Green Ewing is still improving. Rev. J. W. Williams, of Bonner, is rejoicing over the arrival of a fine boy. Dunlap. Rev. Golden Raimey preached in the Mt. Zion church Wednesday morning, March 27, and took for his text Romans 12th chapter and 2nd verse, from which he delivered quite a noble sermon. Rev. G. Raimey left for Burling game on the 23rd of last month. Ella Paine left for Emporia a few days ago. Mr. Robertson and wife went to Council Grove, Kas., a few days ago to do some shopping. Rev. John Harris, pastor of the First Baptist church, preached on the 25th of last month. His discussion was the 125th Psalms of David. Rev. J. W. Price conducted the afternoon services in the Mt. Zion Baptist church a few Sundays ago, at 2 o'clock. They had covenant meeting thirty minutes. The evening sermon was also preached by Rev. Price. The three weeks of soul-stirring revivals closed a few nights ago with the result of ten converts and several backsliders received. The candidates will be baptised the 29th of this month. Mrs. Luvenia Finley is very sick with lung fever. Mr. Turner's and wife's baby is getting well of the rheumatism. William Gayeer is on the side list from a very bad case of scrofula. Dunlap. Arkansas City. We had the Congressional convention on the 24th inst. and it was an interesting contest for the delegates for the state and district conventions. The most successful revive meeting in the history of Perry was conducted by Rev. A. E. Clark of Arkansas City, at the Mount Olive A. M. E. church from the 13th inst. Presidin Elder Brookins was present on the first evening and added much interest to the meeting, but Rev. Clark preached every night and it seemed that never a man spoke like this man; God was evidently with him. His sermons were logical and stirring, and he seemed to increase in strength and vigor each succeeding night, and God's power was manifested through him in such great measures until seventeen persons, whose ages range from seven to fifty years, turned their backs on sin and accepted Christ. The church and Sunday school are in a very prosperous condition spiritually and fairly so financially, all of which we praise God for. Leavenworth. Hon. W. B. Townsend was in Atchison Tuesday of last week, on legal business. Dr. Silas Jackson of the Fifth ward and Henry Haworth of the Sixth will take the census. Piano recital given by Mrs. L. G. Cunningham Thursday, April 19. The Nineteen-Hundred Art club meets with the wife of J. Hill, on Broadway, Saturday, from 2:30 to 4:30 p. m. Mrs. Easton, who has been quite ill at her home on Kiowa street, is somewhat improved. M. J. Mitchell, who has been East for the past ten days on account of the death of her brother, has returned. Services were held at the Episcopal church last Monday night. Four candidates were presented for confirmation, and confirmed by the bishop. The "dust-cap" social given by Mrs. King and the juvenile club Thursday night of last week was quite a success. Mrs. C. V. Andrews, of Kansas City, was the guest of the wife of W. B. Townsend several days this week. The members of the Enterprise Sewing circle gave their monthly reception at Mrs. Mozee's, on Kiowa street, Friday afternoon. Mrs. A. C. Scott resigned her office as secretary of the Nineteen-Hundred Art club, at the last meeting. She goes to Douglass Hospital, to take training as a nurse. Holliday. Elih. Anderson, Aaron Blair, Jacob Barry, Allen Wilson, Miles Hamilton and S. B. Turner formed a party of square men who went over to Bonner Springs Saturday night, and assisted Dovy Ransom and Foster Howland in a good ride. It was after twelve when they returned. Miss Louida Mitchell, Calvin McCallop, Dave McGallop and Foster Howland report a delightful time from their trip to the birthday party given on Eugene Graves, of Wilder, last Tuesday night. Judge I. F. Bradley, of Kansas City, Kas., was in town Monday, and defended James Robinson in a criminal case before Justice Dedrict. The manner in which Bradley made some of the witnesses for the prosecution lie that day, was a caution. The case was appealed to the District court. Mrs. Jacob Barry has returned from Kansas City, where she has been residing during the winter. Holliday. Everybody Likes a Good Bargain. The best bargain in railroad travel at present is a personally conducted excursion to California by the Santa Fe Route. Excellent accommodations and reliable personal escort without extra charge. Three times a week from Chicago and Kansaa City. Ask for full details. T. L. KING, Agent, They will stand and weep above us, As our corse before them lies; They will hope our spirit's waited To the mansions in the skies. Though our life has been a failure, And we've brought them naught but pain— They will never cease to mourn us, Neer be comforted again— They will care. And "when sometime's glad smile lingers In the meadows far and wide,"— Mem'ries dear'll recall the moments That we wandered side by side— Then they'll miss our laugh and prattle As they linger in the dell. While anew their sad tears mingle, Who, ah, who, their greet can tell!— They will care. Life would not be worth the living Did we feel no one would care— 'T would be stripped of all its pleasures. Barren, cheerless, frustless, bare; But the poorest of frail mortals, When he's called from toil to rest, Someone here will sadly miss him. Some dear heart who loved him best— They will care. —CHARLES S. HUNTER. Pierce City, Mo. Winfield. Winfield. Mrs. Rosa Phillips and daughter were up from the city Sunday visiting friends. Jeff. Caldwell and Ross. Bass, two Arkansas City boys, were in town last week. Sam. Robinson, who has been staying in Perry, passed through the city last week. Will Hayter, who has been visiting relatives and friends in Lawrence, returned Sunday. Will Logan, of Arkansas City, was in town last week. Will Hamilton, Charles and James Walton and Charles Owens went to Augusta Monday, to work on the stone crusher. Andy Johnson, who is now living in Chanute, came over Monday, called here by the illness of his mother. Mrs. Deland was up from Arkansas City last week transacting business. Maud Franklin is slightly improving. Charles Fleming is slightly indisposed. Rev. Bandy has returned from Pratt. Messrs. Simpson and Cousin, of Anthony, are here visiting friends. Nicodemus. The cold waves seem to come in regular periods. Mrs. G. W. Ellls is improving slowly with the fever. Mr. Reed and wife celebrated their tin wedding this week; a very enjoyable time is reported. G. A. Thomas is around now-a-days to every man's house, to count his wealth. Rev. Morgan preaches in the A. M. E. church every Sabbath at 11 a. m. G W. Ellis, our teacher, and F. J. Barker took a flying trip to Hill City this week; F. J. Barker to take examination for the High school. Hutchinson. Mrs. Joseph Wickliff is visiting her parents and friends in Kinsley. Carrie Douglass, of Winfield, is visiting her sisters and friends. There was a prizefight on East avenue Sunday; George won in five rounds. We do not know what caused such commotion Sunday, unless it was April Fool's Day. The judges on the subject debated Friday night, was "Resolved, That woman is man's equal." It was decided in favor of the negative, but you can't make Charlie Fowler believe it. Pleasant Brown, of McPherson, was visiting in the city Sunday. Riley Hurston is expecting to go to Colorado soon. Mrs. Austin Gothard is on the sick list. Mrs. I. Morris is much improved. Quarterly meeting was not held as usual, as the presiding elder was not present on account of some important business in Great Bend. Co Re Se eT ee ee ee ee Paiva ce Torr Ka TERT No 34 meets Ist sod ard Satarday afteruoum ofeach mont at NO 05 Nort Kanazereaar. hive Ida M, Jordan, ‘M., Miss Anna Reynold, C, R Maosvosia Tankwxccue No. 98, U.K. T. ManeooN. Kansan Avenve. Moots 0 aod 3rd Thntedare ofeach month. Mrs, Tat. Jordan, Guy: Mice Mary Anna Webster.C. FOR RENT—Unlurnished rooms at tra, 114 East Seventh street Call at Tux PLAINDEALER office. The Dyson restaurant, located at 440 Minnesota avenue, Kansas City, Kas, is the best restaurant in that city. The Dyson restaurant, located at 440 Minuesota avenue, Kansas City, Kas,, is the best restaurant in that city. Notce—All correspondents for THe PLAINDEALER will kindly collect all subscriptions in their respective cit- ies, and xindly remit sameto the of- Sen: ¢ PERSONAL NOTES. = Seo tt B.C. Duke will preach in Wathe- na Sunday morning and evening. ‘The Owl club will give its closing ball in Metropolitan hall, about East- er. It will be the swellest event of the season. The Dumas club was entertained by Mrs 1, D, Bradshaw, 1335 Monroe street, last Friday. An ele- gant lunck was served with fromage de brie and demi tasse to the delight of the members. Mesdames W. L. Grant, Emma Gaines and J. M. Middleton, who have been attending the executive buard of the state convention, that convened in Lawrence last week, have returned home. At the regular meeting of the Im- perial Art club Saturday, Mrs. Dru- silla Merritt was elected president ; Mrs. E. L. Ridley, secretary. The meeting was held at the residence o! Mrs. H. W. Dillard, and a pleasant time was enjoyed by all, fourteen members being present. The work in embroidery is progressing nicely, and several new pieces were exhibit- ed. What is it that a man can't stand if he tries? Kirk Pinkston has a disposition beyond reproach. First, he was raised by his step-mother from two years to twenty-one, then took a wife, his mother-in law lived with him fifteen years and he hasn't a gray hair in his head; his wife died, leaving nine children for him to care for and still he smiles.— Zhe Konsas City Star. At St John A. M. E, church next Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, the reth, rath and 13th, respectively, will be given three entertainments under the direction of seven of the organized church clubs, The pur- pose of these entertainments is to apply on a mortgage indebtedness, $3,000 of which must be raised by June 1, r900. This is certainly a noble and deserving cause and the patronage of the generous public is heartily solicited Come one and all and bring a friend. When a man weers a hat that is not becoming, boys whistle a tune known as“ Where did you get that hat?” and he is pestered and crit- icised until he takes it off. But a woman may wear an unbecoming hat a year without hearing anything Dut compliments for it. It is con- sidered a sin to tell a woman the truth. Many disagreeable women do not know they ate disagree- able: no one dares tell them the truth. It is very hard for women to learn, and easy for men, because men are openly criticised, while women are only criticised when they are out of hearing. Half the peo- plein Atchison are talking about a certain girl's ridiculous costume, but she does not know it: indeed, people tell her how sweet she looks in a costume they afterwards abuse in the vilest manner.—Afchison Globe. Last Saturday evening being Wil- lam Smith's birthday, his mother, Mrs. A, P. Smith, and sister, Bertha, had planned a novel surprise for him. In response to invitations issued, the following young people assembfed and enjoyed themselves until a late hour: Misses Hattie Harper, Min- nie Lewis, Clara Williams, Myrtle Ratley, Ida North, Annabel Radford, Hattie Caldwell, Annie Stewart, Pearlie Thompson, Pearl Slaughter, Allie Benton; Messrs. James Stewart, William Parks, Griffin Speed, Jesse Banks, Dallas Harper, William Bra- hears, William Ransom, ‘ Edward Ransom, Frank Jordan, George Har- ris, Frank Williatas, Virgil Chapman, Mabel Kennedy and William Smith. On the invitations was printed the following: “If first ye come a prize is won, if last a booby one.” Prize number one, an American Beauty rose, was awarded to George Harris while Dallas Harper received the booby. Delicious refreshments were served during the evening. As sou- venirs, each one received a slice of the birthday cake, wrapped in pretty colored paper, and tied with baby Dlue ribbon. William was the recip- ient of a number of useful presents State House Notes. Henry Fuel spent Sunday with his family in Lawrence. Mrs. Toliver Bird ison the sick list this week. The gardeners are putting the flower beds in shape for the plants and they promise to show some of the nicest ever seen in that yard. G. A. Bigsbee's mother, Mrs. Jane Hines, is visiting relatives in Hills burro, Ill. Lun Cox, one of the janitors, i spending a few days at his hom in Olathe.- Mrs. W. M. Johnson, who has beer confined to her room for some week’ is improving. Mrs. Lun Cox, who for severa weeks has been lecturing and doin; missionary work m Oklahoma, is it the city spending a few days wit! her husband at 132@ Vanburen street Mrs. Cox has done much good i Kansas and Oklahoma and is classe among the leading missionary work ers. Being somewhat indespused sh probably won't lecture here, whic is very much regretted by the publi which is always anxious to hear her ‘Sare the Girls, From an Exchange. | It is not to be wondered at that a number of our girls are ruined before they are out of their ‘teens. In many instances it is the fault of the mother who allows them to receive the company of young men who gamble, curse and visit houses of ill-repute. Then, again, the mother allows women of questionable.char- acter to visit her home, leaving some part of their lives in the hearts of innocent girls, like the trail of a ser- pent. Such women are the ruina- tion of society, and the cause bf so much misery and sorrow. Itis characteristic of young peo- ple to act according to their affections, and not the intellect. This being the case, a mother should surround her young daughter with examples of purity and not allow ‘men and women whose thoughts are impure to visit her home, for it ‘will not fail to leave its impression on the poor, deluded and susceptible daughter. The growing period of a girl's life is full of surprises and con- tradictions. The soul reaches out in tentacles on all sides. Through a large emotional and imaginary nat- ure it paints rosy scenes and dreams day-dreams beyond the power of realization. Vague unrest and needs disturb the inner life. The girl is sensitive, moody, capricious and hard to deal with; therefore, it behooves you, mother, to pour out upon her, unstinted, your tenderest love, gaia her confidence, win her very soul to unfold itself to your affection as the buds of a race unfold to the soft South wind. This you can not do, mother, unless you are much alone with her; unless you are nearer tu her than her school mates. ‘This yon qan not do if you allow her to promenade the streets, go to entertainments alone and return at midnight with young men libertines. ‘This you can not do if you allow women of questionable character, reprobates, to visit your house and associate with yourself. We cannot too seriously consider ‘the question of the moral uplift of our girls, for it is of national im- portance tous. Itis with our girls that the purity and safety of our families rest, and what our families are our race will be. It was written by a Lexington poet a generation ago, that “The hand that rocks the cradle, rules the world.” It matters not whether that hand be black or white, but it does matter whether that hand be intelligent or ignorant, vicious or virtuous. North Topeka. ‘The St. Elmo Art club met at the residence of-Mrs. Eliza Jordan Monday afternoon and after one hour's work Iunch was served in four courses. The club is doing excellent work. It adjourned to meet with Mrs. Lucy Radford, this afternoon. “There is a reaper whose name is death, and with his cycle keen he reaps the bearded grain at a breath and the flowers that grow between.” Death with his reaper came Thurs- day night of last week and took from our midst Elijah King, a young man who did not allow the church bell toring without his foot steps were found plodding their way to the Sunday school and church. He was faithful, to bis duty. “The Union Se ARSE AMR ee SORE ed et 8 Mia Ente cel Eae te Pak a oleic. ati Benevolent Lodge paid his burial expenses as he was a member of that organization. They could not take chayge of the body as he died of small:pox, The followigg reso: lutions were adopted bv the church and Sunday school of which he was a member: Wuereas, It has pleased the All. wise Providence to take trom our midst Kijjah King, a bright, glorious young man. We moutn his loss; he was a member of B Street Baptis! church, an active Sunday schoo teacher in that church, a member of the business committee, a good husband, one whose place will be hard to fill therefore be it Resolved, That we sympathize with his wife, father, mother and severa brothers and sisters who mourn his demise. coe ee ‘The chairman, Edward Stephens, of the self-appointed nosing com- mittee of three that has been prowl- ing this city for the last three weeks chasing every idle and out- rageous rumor put in circulation by hints and insinuations of its own members in an attack upon the colored schools and schoolteachers, was full to overflowing with elo- quence when he appeared before the board of education last Monday night. In his anxiety to impress upon the board what a good and great man he is, how much he had traveled, he not only attacked the schsols, but denounced the colored population of ‘opeka in general. He said that he had traveled in Europe, Asia, Africa,” West Indies and the South, and that of all the places the colored people of thi community were the most corrup' and immoral people he had ever seen. Think of a man posing a: a great educator, appearing before a board of white men behind closed doors making such denunciatory statements about hisownrace! ‘The charge was so base and perfidiou: that one white man said afterward: that he could hardly keep his seat Such a statement as that deserve: the just condemnation of all hones ‘men. Mexico, Mo. Mollie Anderson and Mrs. Franklin, of Montgomery City, passed through the city this week, en route home from Marshall. _ The members of the M. E. and of the Second Baptist churches are preparing to royally entertair the people at their Easter ser- vices They hope to see every. body out in ‘full bloom,” anc welcome, Easter Day. Sallie Gamble, who has beer ill for sometitne, is up again. Susan Ritchie is able to be out again. Rev. Small, of Bridgeton, wa: in town last week. He delivered an able address toa large congre gation Monday night at the St. Luke M. E. church. Rev. Keeton passed through Tuesday of last week, ex route tc Fulton. / Mary Logan left Thursday for Mantinsburg, where she will visit her parents and friends. Rev. Ewing preached at the Second Baptist church one night this week. Newton. George Brady, of Hutchinson, spent Sunday in the city, the guest of Laura Thomas. William Henderson was bap. tised Sunday at the Tenth street bridge, Rev. W. H. Garnett per. forming the baptismal ceremony. He was fellowshiped into the Second Baptist church Sunday evening. Will Owens was in the city last week with the Hutchinsor minstrels comprising the famou: Holliday band. The performers ‘were partly colored, and it i: said that had it not been for the genuine colored boys the show would have been a failure. Charles Miller can again be seen at the Arcade barber shop, and his bright smiles “and jovial way that have made him so pop: ular are a sure winner. He is the right man in the right place. The literary at the C. M. E. church has become very interest: ing and has been well attended. The tilt between the debating parties has become the mair feature. J. M. Gross and family with J. S. Clements drove out in the country Sunday afternoon, anc report a lovely drive. = | Following is the program of the sacred concert rendered at the A. M. E. church Sunday, March 25: Singing, by choir; prayer, William Webb; anthem, choir; ‘‘ Wheat and Tares,” J. S. Faulkner; ** Why Should Ev- ery Christian Join the Church ?"” William Webb; song, choir; ‘Why Am I My Brother's Keep- jer?” Mrs. J. M. Gross; * Who ‘Is My Brother?" Clara Palmer; song, choir; “Why Should We ‘Love Our Enemies?" Mary J. North; *‘ Beauty of Religion,” Mabel Hillman; duet, M. Hill- man and C, Palmer; * What Can We as Christians Do for the Mas- ter?" A. J. Tandy; ** Benefits of Prayer,” J. M. Gross: “How Can We Be Fruitful?" Mary E. Smith; song, choir; + Benefits o Choir in Church Service,” Lena Coleman; ‘* What Is Christiar Culture ?”’ Laura E. Thomas; “Why Should We Study the Scriptures ?"” Anna Gray; “Why Should We Support the Gos. pel?” Ed. Mason; collection, bj William Webb; singing, choir There was a nice time and th speakers were complimented ver} highly. Wichita. 4homas Drown, a eee farmer of Minneha township, and his sister, Mrs. Lucas, were visit- ors in the city last week. : Lulu, the little four-year-old daughter of Mrs. Alexander, died Thursday of last week, at 633 N. Santa Fe street. The Johnson brothers have sold their interest in the barber shop formerly conducted by them on N. Main street. Etta Kelly is quite ill at her home on Henry street. Ethel, the little daughter of Jesse Crouch and wife, died Sat- urday, at their home on N. Mead avenue. She was 6 years and 8 months old, a bright little girl, and will be greatly missed by her parents who have the sympathy of their many friends in their be- reavement, The A. M. E. church gave the most successful entertainment of the season Monday evening. The net receipt was $20.45. Chin- neth's mandolin club furnished music for the occasion. Frank Wilkins and family have removed to 718 N. Wichita street. They have purchased the property and contemplate im- proving and making it a neat and comfortable home. William Low, of Guthrie, O. T., is in the city visiting his cousin, Mrs. Laura Hickerson. We hope Mr. Low will get ac- quainted with the young people and have a good time while here. The program which was ren- dered Thursday night at the New Hope circle was very interesting, but we hope it will be more in- teresting in the future. New Hope baptising will thke place the third Sunday in next month. Easter will soon be here, and all are contemplating having a nice time. J. E. Lewis is on the sick list this week. His pew was vacant jn the New Hope church Sunday evening. "Phillip Hyde and wife are making extensive preparations to feed all visiting preachers who visit the New Hope church. Phillip has heen making hot beds for the last two weeks. Abe Alexander is on the sick list, but is improving. Hattie Alexander has returned home, from Joplin, Mo., where she was called to the bedside of her sister, who died a few hours after she arrived there. - John Dodson was the recipient of afine gold watch, a present from his mother. ANations pete: 27 INDIANAPOLIS, !: SSieay seocuae Neate ee Saupe’ oe es 1 The Kauvas Saving: lnveatnent Company, Clore, CHANUTE, KANSAS. Pertti Authorized Capital, 700,000. it P ere Stock solicited by correspondence. General solicitor and and financial agent, J. S. HALE. George Klien & Co SPUTESHTHEEE MAKERS oF + ladies . 3 High-Grade Buggy § £ i and Team Harness. # and Children # «Repairing Promptly Executed... # without Escort # CREOLE POMADE... Kinky and Curly Hair For Sale Real Estate. Estate. Turee Room Cortace, N. Tyler street, East front 134 lots, cellar, well, stable, $300 Four Room Cortace, Good shape, on 1 acre, 134 miles from the City, $600. Properties on LiNcoLN Sr., All in good condition, 1 to 134 lots, 3 to § room residences, fine location, $300 to $550. Sixteen Lots on CenTRAL Avenue cheap. 3olots corner rath and Adamsstreets, make an offer. 8 lots corner B and Filmore streets, make an offer. Seven Room House on Chandler street, good well, $4co. Five-Acre Tract, Five room residence, good barn, fine location overlooking the city, $800. Lowman Hill lots $50. Properties on Mor- tis Ave., one-third the original cost. 2 lots. 5 room house in Martin and Dennis addition, $500, easy terms. N. Brasver STREET, One lot, neat 3 room cottage, barn and cistern, $450. Euclid - Ave., 6 room house, $450. De- sirable property in all parts of the City—bottom land in 5 acre tracts near thecity. Cail and get prices. ! 418 Kansas Avenue. 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It principally is owned by Eas- ern Firms whoare vely snzious to sell on reasonable terms, 1 have beautiful buses and lots in all parts of the city, which can be bought al- most at your own price. As this property has been placed in my hands for sale recenty, I wish to wind it up in short order. Houses range from $500. to $1,000. each on easy terms; also I have beautiful residences. ranging from $1,000 to $7,000 situated in the most beautiful part of the city, residences which you might desire. We have a number of large and small farms near the city of To- peka, and farms to dispose of in all parts of the state. J. H. B. TAYLOR, 119 West Fifth Avenue, TOPEKA, KANSAS. PHONE NO, 689. KANSAS PACKING HOUSE MARKET, LE Whoelsale and Retail. “3.2, Fresh and sugar cured Meats. SCHMIDT BRO'S :. : 306E. SECOND ST. Kellam’s, a 711 Kansas Avenue. 7 + Uity and County School Books and Supplies. : Kellam Book & Stationery Co.’ 3 Cadies i i and Children Ht without Escort : EE en route t cattorota moutt - foln one of the Santa Fe Route Ef enomy sondmed wscu $ t- ¢ ‘sions. + H The setty cares and annoy- ances of long-distance travel 3 t ‘special excursion conductor 3 No extra charge. + Full information cheerfully + tt furnished. 3 fe ntmanadsen, 4 H The Atzhuuon, Topeka & Sata Fe Ry. J t ccssssceesesseisanieet ‘When in Emporia Stop at The Blue Front Restaurant. We have opened a first-class restaurant and lodging house and offer the fol- lowing rates: Board per day $1, per week $3, normal students $2; two ina room, meals 15 cents and lodging 25 cents per night. Call on or address P. B. Moore or Mrs. P B. Moore, 711 Commercial street, Emporia, Kansas. . To my Customers: On and after March goth I will be at McCarroll’s Barber Shop, 116 East Seventh, Where I will be pleased to meet you all again. R. L. SKEARCE. a Weer Rest Meshin Cay Pole Wan For soc and ssc. Quick Sernice. Gordon’s Palace Motel, ses onanDave. ivy tae ean i oe wo board—Hot and Cold Baths, Cigars sed Totnes. J. W. GORDON, Prop., Kansas City, Mo. Three room house, #2: 50; $25 cash, balance, $5 per month. Four room house, 1 lot, $3503 $25 cash, balance, 5 per month. Two room house, $322 ; $25 cash, balance $5 per month, Scott & Scott, 315 Kansas Avenue. | OFFICE HOURS * TK. 77004. 1702 Fe w 3 I. A. SHIELDS, M.D. * * Office, 1331 Van Burer Special Attention to Ladies, JM. KNIGHT, UNDERTAKER AND EMBALMER, Pe Aah aE re ieee | = 406 Kansas Avenue.” "Phone 52 —————— When in Kansas Giy Pease Callat Che Chicago Cafe, HENRY COMPTON, Prop. os ame orrick nouns: 310 10 axe. 3to Sem 0. A. TAYLOR, HM. D. | Puysterax anp Surazow Calls answered day and night. Telephone, 696. 226% Kansas Ave — orzicr mouse: Sto lla mM. 315 r.ae Toor, ue . WM, E. TACESON, H. D. Puysician anv Sungzon. Office, 137 West Fifth St. onnce mouRs ‘Telephoos, 434 a Joon mm. 047m 710 10pm d- H. JAMISON, M. D., PHYSICIAN AND SURGEOS, Specal snteouon t duessesof Women and porate dense, Ofer, 08 sth. = “Ran 325 Hadinr, Shampooingand Face Massage. Mrs. Hattie E. Van Vleck, Hair Dresser and Manufacturer... Hair to match all Complexions. SWITCIIES AND HAIR JEWKLEY. 2¢0 East Fitth Street, Torxa, Kamssx, Practices in all courts, Special attention given . criminal cases. W. I. JAMISON, Arrorver-at-Law. Office, 117 W. Fifth St. ——S A. M. THOMAS, ArtorNeY-at-Law, "Phone, 299. 413 Kansas Avenue, Ror dand5. ‘Topeka, Kan. OFFICE HOURS: Bto 10 Ame 3105 7. Me C. SUMNER SUNDAY. Puysician Anp SurGEoN Calls Promptly Answered. Telephone 558. | FRANK HERALD, Arrorney-Ar-Lan, Room 313, Long Building, 515 Main Street, Kansas Cirx, Mo. THE TRUMPET'S SOUND. (Continued from First Page.) He has lived in the county forty-five years, or practically all his life, and has been practicing law in Topeka over twenty years. Few men have a wider acquaintance in the county than he, and, in an unusual degree, he has the respect and confidence of the people a man of honor and integrity. He has a high standing as a lawyer of experience and ability; is thoroughly familiar with Shawnee county affairs, and is in every way qualified for the office of county attorney. In 1883 Mr. Spencer was elected county clerk of the county on the Democratic ticket by nearly 1,200 majority over his Republican opponent. In this election he received upwards of 2,000 Republican voters. In 1892 Mr. Spencer was read out of his refusal to support the Democratic-Populist ticket, and soon after this, left the Democratic party and joined the Republican party. His last Democratic vote was cast in 1892 on the electoral ticket, although that year he voted the Republican state Congressional county ticket. Since that time, he has voted nothing but the Republican ticket, has made speeches for the party and has always been a faithful and consistent Republican. If nominated, will add strength and character to the ticket, and make the people a faithful and capable officer. One of Mr. Spencer's strongest opponents is MR. GALEN NICHOLS of Topeka. He was born in North Topeka in 1869, and, is therefore a Kansas product. He is now and has been assistant county attorney for the last two terms and has had more experience as a criminal prosecutor than any other man in Shawnee county who has not already held the office. He can make a good speech as was demonstrated to the satisfaction of every one who heard him make the two hours' opening argument in the John Collins murder case. He was born and raised a Republican and ever since he was old enough to vote has taken active part in all local political campaigns, his first speech being made in Charles Curtis' first Congressional campaign in the winter of 1891. He is a prominent member of the following lodges: Sunflower Camp No. 536, Modern Woodmen of America, Upchurch Dodge No. 544, Ancient Order of United Workmen, Eintract Lodge No. 6, O. D. H. S., and Topea Lodge No. 204, B. P. O. E. Mr. Nichols is well and favorably known and his nomination would strengthen the Republican ticket. He is making an active and vigorous campaign and has a host of friends actively at work in his behalf for this office. There is always a chance for the other fellow, and it may be that "you" may who takes the part of the "other fellow" in the county attorney fight. is the proud possessor of the left hind foot of a graveyard rabbit, and by this means he proposes to snatch the coveted plum. At any rate, there seems to be | consi derable rabbit in the pace Mr. Doran is setting for his very worthy competitors. Mr. Doran is one of the shrewd politicians of this county. He served for a term as collector of internal revenue; the remainder of his time has been spent practicing law and seeing that his friends received just what they wanted off the pie-counter He is a lawyer of excellent ability and will be a capable official if selected to care for the county's business. He has resided for many years in Shawnee county and is thoroughly conversant with the business likely to come before him. Next in importance and interest, comes the contest for nomination of probate judge. Though not so fortunate as Judge Hazen, JUDGE L. S. DOLMAN, of the probate court, is to be congratulated on the hearty response to his aspirations for a third term. His announcement has been very pleasantly received, and his support throughout the county is a flattering compliment to a young man. Judge Dolman was born in the Second ward of the city of Topeka in 1868, of poor but honest parents. By his own exertions, he succeeded in securing a first-class education, and became a member of the Shawnee county bar. He was practically unknown in politics when he became a candidate against Judge Wood, who was then up for a second term. But he succeeded in beating him a thousand votes. He was renominated and reelected by a majority of 3,350 at his second term, running over a thousand votes ahead of the remainder of his ticket. In selecting the men to fill his office, Judge Dolman showed his appreciation of the colored vote by appointing a colored clerk. This clerk was not appointed to fill a position away off in some dark room, but to wait upon the public. Judge Dolman has kept a colored man in his office continually; not as a "cat's paw," to catch votes, but because he believes that the Negroes of this county, as taxpayers, are entitled to a share of the public patronage. We take pleasure in calling attention to W.E.Fagan for probate judge Mr. Fagan has been a resident of Shawnee county since April 6, 1880. He became one of the county's best teachers, after his arrival in the Sunflower state, teaching his first school in this county in Monmouth township, near Richland. Later he became a teacher in the reform school, and filled the position with credit to himself and the school until the last two years of Governor Humphrey's administration, when he was superintendent of the school. During all the time Mr. Fagan industriously applied his leisure time in the study of law, and one year after leaving the Reform school, was admitted to the bar. In the following August he was appointed county auditor by Judge Hazen, which position he has since held, at the same time engaging in the practice of his profession. His record reflects credit upon himself, and no one has ever questioned his honesty or his ability His private, as well as his public life, has been above reproach. He has the faculty of not only making friends, but retaining them. Mr. Fagan has never failed to respond when called upon by the party for help in any campaign. He has always cheerfully contributed his time and talents to help roll up Shawnee's majority for the ticket, and in every way he has shown himself to be a loyal and consistent Republican. W. C. STEPHENSON was born and raised on a farm two miles East of Topeka, his father having settled there the fourth day of March, 1854, and is one among the most prosperous and wealthy farmers of the county. Mr. Stephenson received his education in the county school, and afterward graduated from the College of Topeka. Mr. Stephenson has had a thorough training in general business affairs. Directly after graduating from the college, was engaged in the grocery business six years, and the past ten years has been in the real estate and loan business, and is now ranked among the most successful business men of Topeka. Mr. Stephenson's experience in business, and also having served four years in the city council, during which time he was on the committee of claims and accounts, ways and means, and chairman of the committee on the city paving, was also chairman of the finance committee during the last two years of his administration; and in 1898 successfully defeated the fusion candidate for member of the Legislature of the Thirty-eighth district, and is one of the Shawnee county delegates who secured an appropriation of $700,000 from the state for the completion of the state house and building an addition to the insane asylum and the reform school. Mr. Stephenson is owner of considerable property in the city and among the heavy taxpayers. MR. S. F. WRIGHT came to this state from Iowa, and after teaching in the district, secured a position at the Nickel Plate school, and has developed into a very successful teacher. He is well qualified for the position of county superintendent, and will make a good officer if selected. COUNTY COMMISSIONER from the district composed of the Second, Third and Fourth wards: There are four candidates for this position. C. V. Wolf, of the firm of Wolf Brothers and company, hardware merchants, is deservedly popular. His long and very successful business career in this city has gained for him many warm friends, who are enthusiastically supporting his candidacy. Silsa Rain and C. A. Fellows are the Fourth ward candidates. Mr. Rain has lived for many years in Topeka and has been identified with the political workers of this county for the last decade. He has contributed liberally of his time and means to the support of the party in this state. He is engaged in the lively business. Ex-Mayor C. A. Fellows, who entered the race during the last few weeks, has the record of being one of our largest contractors and one of the best mayors Topeka ever had. He is very popular among the laboring people, to whom he has given much in the way of regular employment. In all his contracts, even if out of the city, he has taken his laborers from this city. His large interests in this county will make him a strong man for the race. There are three districts in this county entitled to be represented in the Legislature. In all these there are colored voters, more or less in- terested in the men to be selected to make laws for the state. In the Thirty-seventh district the contest is between A. L. Brooks and John B. Sims. Both gentlemen are prominent farmers and are thoroughly acquainted with the interests of the people of this county. Mr. Brooks has served two terms in the Legislature, and has the benefit of experience and a wide acquaintance with the men who constitute the lower house. He gained his first experience during the troublesome days of Dunsmore and civil war. His ability and common sense brought him prominently before the people at that time as one of the leaders of the party. During his term of service he has been instrumental in defeating much of the Populistic "rot" which these political dreamers hoped to enact into laws. He was also enabled to secure the necessary appropriation to complete the state house. John B. Sims is a new man in politics as an aspirant for honors. He is, however, an old timer as a political hustler for the other fellow. He comes from a family whose name is famous in this community as business men and successful legislators. A son of Major William Sims, whose friendship for our people is well known and appreciated. In the Thirty-eighth district Alvin Dodge and Harry Safford are the opposing candidates. Mr. Dodge is a popular Santa Fe shop man. He is a laboring man, who has, by unaided effort, won an honorable position among his fellow-employees and his employers. He is a strong party man, and has given liberally of his time and ability to secure the party's success in this county. Opposed to Mr. Dodge is Handsome Harry Safford, ex-county attorney, ex-representative and an orator, whose stentorian tone rivals the ancient Romans. Usually, handsome and fine orators are lacking in that kind of executive capacity so essential to a successful legislator and business man. But in Mr. Safford will be found this triune combination. Everybody knows him, and everybody has confidence in his sterling qualities. He has lived so long in this county that it is only the squalling infants who do not recognize his Adonis-like form. He was one of the county's most successful officers in any capacity he has been tried, and one of the most valued campaigners in the West. Ed. McKeever and A. K. Wilson are contending for supremacy in the Thirty-ninth district, composed of the Third, Fourth and Fifth wards. Mr. McKeever entered the house during our late unpleasantness, and has made a hard-working member. During the last session he was one of the strongest candidates for speaker. He deserves special credit for the very able manner in which he discharged his duties as chairman of the judiciary committee. Mr. Wilson has resided in Topeka for a great many years, and is well and favorably known. His entrance into politics at this time is only at the very earnest solicitation of his many friends. For the past few years he has served as grand secretary of the Masonic Grand lodge of Kansas, and has a wide acquaintance among the prominent men of the state, and if nominated will creditably represent his district. COUNTY SUPERINTENDENT. Very few men have been elected to an office in Shawnee county during the past decade who are not, in a sense, under obligations to Will Vanorsdol, the Rossville candidate for county superintendent. In the county clerk struggles of Major John M. Brown and John M. Wright, Mr. Vanorsdol was one of their heartiest supporters. He is a Kansas boy. All his life has been spent here, and his noble effort to win a place among men is worthy of emulation. He taught a small district school for a number of years, but for the past few years has been in charge of the school at Rossville. Mr. Vanorsdol is a hard-working teacher, and will make a splendid county superintendent. ARCHITECTS & BUILDERS Edition of Selafette American S. A great success. Each issue contains colored lithographic plates of country and city residences, and full plans and specifications for the use of the buildings. Botta a copy. MUNN & CO. FULLBARKS. **KADE MARKS.** In case your mark is not required, the Co. and process immediate protection. Send for handbook. **COPYRIGHTS** for books, charts, so, quietly procured. Address: CENTRAL OZERZ, 125 SALITERS. CENTRAL OZERZ, 125 SALITERS. Muses. Some girls are so delicate that alter marriage, they break as easily as Dresden china. The women attend a funeral principally to see how hard the women folks of the deceased will "take it." Some people have so few real friends, they should consider that they cannot afford to lose any one of them. Some women's idea of "shopping" is to bargain for 25 dollars worth of goods, and pay down 25 cents on the bargain. "I am feeling awfully blue and ugly," said a woman to a m n friend recently. "Well," he replied, innocently, "if you are feeling as ugly as you look, you are in a terrible fix." After trotting in with a shawl over her shoulders, a girl offers as an excuse that there is no stove in the parlor, that the family always considered the room warm enough without one. Every woman thinks a man must "feel like a fool" after it is reported that a silly woman has killed herself about him. The fact is, the average man feels proud that he is of so much importance that a woman must needs "croak" about him. After some women have wasted a great deal of their bird shot in their efforts to wing big game, and have hopelessly failed, they naturally exhibit common sense when they use the little ammunition they have left on game that would appear more suitable to their marriageable appetites. It seems silly that one should hanker after quail when pigeon is just one's size. In words a little clearer, water will naturally come down to its level after a temporary rise of the tide. Atchison. America Taylor and Jesse Happy were united in holy wedlock at the residence of T. Hays, Thursday evening of last week. They will be at home to their friends, 307 Division street. Rev. A. M. Ward has removed to 1023 N. 8th street. Mr. Fred. Shackelford and wife had an enjoyable whist party at their residence Monday evening. Miss M. L. Lewis won the principal prize and Mrs. Katie Irvin, the booby. After a very rich repast, the host and hostess received hearty praises. The new Bethel church will have a big rally the second Sunday in this month. A financial success is auticiated. Aaron Helm died Monday, the 23rd ult., from an attack of Bright's disease. The funeral was preached by Rev. J. W. Wilson, in Shiloh Baptist church. He leaves a wife, daughter and many friends to mourn his death. You girls, the age of 17, whose mothers do not care if you drink beer, don't get drunk, for Heaven's sake! "Senator" Brown has a tender fat arm, and can't work well. "O, my vaccination!" he says to every girl who comes near him. Some of the Atchison colored men are carrying five and seven-thousand dollars life insurance. John Black, one of the prominent colored men of the city, is now a flagman at the Fifth street crossing. THE PLAINDEALER is arranging for $30.00 in prizes for the citizens of Atchison. Hats off to Mr. Chiles! Rev. William Smothers is preparing to improve Ebenezer Baptist church on an elaborate scale. He has on his list cushions for all the seats, a hot air furnace, Brussels carpet for the floor, and repainting the interior, at a cost of about $1,200. This will give the church quite a swell appearance, and stimulate a happy feeling in the hearts of all the members. On the twenty-second day of this month he will have, a great rally to raise $500. We expect a bright future for Ebenezer, as it is now free of debt. Born to Mr. J. Conoway and wife, a fine boy, on the 23rd ult. Rachael Givens, Rev. J. W. Wilson, Janey Kelley, Ida Wilson, Helen Dysan, John Sloss, John Burdette, Lloyd Kerford, Mary Jones, Emma Taylor, Lee Milligan, Mary Foster, Sureta Doty, Willie Williams, Joseph Freeman, M. Ruffin, Julia Mills and Mary Morris are on the sick list. Katie Link expects to visit Topeka soon. Rev. Bayless spent three days of last week at Port William. He has been selected to pastor the Christian church here another year by a unanimous vote. The Apostolic Aid society had a big installation in Shiloh Baptist church Monday evening. Much interest was manifested by the members of the circle. The McKinley club No. 1 had a banquet in True Eleven hall Monday evening; seventy-five new members were added to the list. At the city election Monday, three Republican councilmen were elected—Hall, Bixley and Ryan—and two Democrats—Earley and Finney. The Republicans are as uncertain in local affairs as a March wind. May Eligin is out again. Zora Rucker entertained the Scientific Circle Monday evening. She preserves her good record as an entertainer. May L. Lewis bad a wheel party Friday evening, which delighted everybody. Kansas City. Joseph Bell of 2019 N. Water street is suffering from a severe attack of neuralgia. Rev. J. Richardson has accepted the call to the First Baptist church at Lexington, Mo. He preached his farewell sermon Sunday evening of last week to a crowded house. Lee Browne was severely cut about the face Saturday night of last week. Nettie Phoenix has quite recovered from her recent spell of sickness. The flag drill recently given at the First A. M. E. church, Seventh street and Ann avenue, was a success in every particular. Sadie and Alpha Brooks spent Saturday with Cordelia Seymour on the Missouri side. All the churches are making elaborate preparations for the Easter program. Sadie and Alpha Brooks entertained Jessie Thatcher and Pretzie Hamilton Sunday of last week. Joseph Redmond was taken suddenly ill Saturday night. Little Martha Gordon celebrated the eighth anniversary of her birth Thursday of last week at the home of her parents, 210 E. Greeley avenue. The ball given Tuesday night of last week by the Twilight club was the greatest social event of the season. Rev. G. A. Griffith has returned from Ottawa. Publication Notice. Santa Fe' Route. IN EFFECT JANUARY 22ND, 1872 WEST BOUND. BAY OF SOUTH BAY. Lodge Directory. Publication Notice. To all whom it may concern; we give that Harrison Wheat will be the only day of April, 1900, apply to His Excellency, William E. Stanley, governor of the state, on the second day of April, 1900, the applicant was convicted was robbed in the first degree, and published at Toppek, Shawnee county, Kansas, this day of April, 1900. HARRISON WHEAT, Applicant by his attorney, M. A. TOMKIN FIN- T AFRICAN BATTLE CHAPEL. First street between Mason and Jerdonwyn, & a. i. in intermentment, Wm. Newport, pastor, G. i. d. in Residence, J. Jefferson. LANKER CHAPEL, G. M. K. 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