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THE TOPEKA PLAINDEALER. The White Dove of Peace Hovers Over the Republican Party of Shawnee, and Sweet Harmony Prevails. --- The TH Negro The White Dove THEY CO Negroes Meet in the and Discuss Ma of Vital Con Negroes Meet in the Old Court House and Discuss Many Questions of Vital Consequence. Negro Conference in Great Success. First day, Monday—The colored men's conference met according to call, at 4:30 p.m., in the old court house. Rev. W. L. Grant stated the object of the meeting. He was elected chairman of the temporary organization and William H. Hall secretary. The following persons were appointed on the committee of credentials: Wilson, Atchison county; Bryant, Jefferson county; Wright, Shawnee county; Richie, Reno county; Tipton, Lyon. After the report of the committee on credentials, a permanent organization was formed. Dr. W. H. Hudson was elected president and took the chair with an appropriate address. Hon. Alex. A. Reeves, of Emporia, was unanimously elected secretary; E. G. Bass, of Cowley, assistant secretary; D. T. Tipton, of Lyon, vice-president. After the formation of the permanent organization, the following committees were appointed: Committee on resolutions—J. H. Guy, James Page, George F. Brown, J. B. Jones, D. D. Hope, C. B. Bryant and J. H. Childers. Committee on constitution and bylaws—W. L. Grant, E. A. Wilson, C. B. Bryant, W. B. Townsend, P. B Andrews, A. A. Reeves, John M. Wright, R. D. Dunbar and L. B Branch. The conference met, according to rules, at 7:30 p. m. A very interesting program was rendered between the excellent musical selections of Prof. Jackson's band. J. H. Childers delivered an appropriate and befitting welcome address. Mr. Childers is an unique figure in the role of an orator; his address was of the choicest diction, clear in thought and logic, and was well received and appreciated by the audience. John M. Wright, the popular county clerk of Shawnee, followed Mr. Childers with another carefully prepared welcome address. Mr. Wright did much to strengthen the conviction that Topeka extends to all visitors a hearty welcome. He was responded to by W. M. Bryant in an able manner. Capt. W. M. Reynolds spoke on "The Colored Soldier in Cuba." He graphically described the heroism of the Negro at El Caney and San Juan and presented much unfamiliar information on the subject. Rev. J. W. Wilson made an able address on "Negro Organization," which was well received. Next was an address on "Negro Advancement" by J. T. Moppins, after which Jackson's band closed the meeting with another excellent selection. Second day, Tuesday—The conference met at 10 a.m. at the old court house with the vice-president in the chair. The committee on constitution and by-laws, through Chairman Grant, made its report, which, with few changes, was adopted. The work of this committee was a credit to the conference and reflected the high character of the intelligence of the committee. Next came the report of the committee on resolutions which precipitated a heated discussion. The report, as made by the committee, did not contain any mention of the state and national administrations. W. B. Townsend introduced an amendment indorsing said administrations. The following persons made speeches favoring the incorporation and adoption of said amendment: Paul Jones, G. W. Ellis and W. L. Grant. The resolutions were recommitted to the committee. After much discussion the committee finally incorporated the resolutions as presented, which were adopted by the conference. The resolutions as adopted were as follows: WHERE like all er civil WHEREAS, The Negroes of Kansas, like all persons in this and every other civilized country, are aspirants for Booker Washing VOLUME II. FRIDAY MORNING. of Peace Hove CONSULT. The Old Court House Many Questions Consequence. higher literary and educational qualifications commensurate with the spirit and requirements of the age; and WHEREAS, Due to their progress in these directions they have made marked advancement in the industrial, financial and political worlds, establishing in each a reputation which compares favorably with that of any other race or nationality; and WHEREAS, In Kansas we have no reason for complaint so far as opportunity is afforded us to enter the several fields of industry and livelihood above mentioned except the political; and WHEREAS, Politics in this state as in all others is considered, strictly speaking, a matter of business sought by the officeholder for the purpose of obtaining a financial competency upon which himself and family depend for the comforts and happiness of life, and which business brings to him also, when well followed, a dignity and high standing which enables him to command confidence and respect in the world of commerce and trade and places his sons and daughters on a vantage-ground whereby they are enabled to move on a higher plane during their temporal existence. Therefore, be it Resolved, That we, the colored Republicans of Kansas in conference assembled, do hereby indorse the national administration of William McKinley and the splendid, economical and businesslike administration of Governor Stanley of the state of Kansas. Therefore, be it Resolved, That we colored Republicans of Kansas, in conference assembled, do congratulate ourselves and the race for the progress made in science, art, literature, agriculture, and do hereby graft ourselves to that old maxim: "There is no excellence without great labor;" and that to this end we most earnersly call the attention of our young men and women. Resolved, That we reaffirm our allegiance to the principles of the Republican party, and especially to the doctrine that "to the victor belong the spoils," and do most respectfully, yet earnestly, call the attention of our party in this state to the 20,000 colored voters, over 18,000 of which number have been loyal to the party, and by their suffrage, faithfully and loyally exercised, the party has been able to redeem herself from the ranks of populism and Democracy by a safe majority of 8,000 and 10,000. That we regard such loyalty and party service worthy of consideration, especially 50, since from 20,000 to 30,000 white members of the Republican party have broken faith therefrom, purely and simple on account of the business part of politics, towit: that they might obtain positions of trust and honor at the hands of another political organization, and which positions would insure them such a financial return as would enable them to move in a higher plane of financial and social existence. Be it further Resolved, That we do most earnestly request that an equitable number of colored Republicans of this state be given such positions in this state and nation as will be commensurate with their party service, and in keeping with their several qualifications and standing as citizens, and to which we, as a race, can point with pride, by reason of the honor and dignity attached to the positions, as well as on account of the financial returns they produce. That we are in favor of a permanent state organization of colored men for political work, only. That we favor the nomination and election of a colored Republican to a state office two years hence, and to this end we will faithfully and honestly labor. Be it further (Continued on Page Two.) gton Is a Truly C CONCERNING THESE LAWYERS OF OURS. Some one started a homely saying about lawyers and liars which the history of successful lawyers and law-makers tends largely to refute. From among no other class of professional men comes so many leaders in thought and politics as from among our lawyers. They are probably exceeded only by the farmers, who have been sending out emperors, dictators, presidents and the like since Cincinnatus left the plow handles to guide the waning glories of ancient Rome. The great drawback to the successful following of a chosen profession by men and women of our race has been the lack of financial support on the part of their clients. This lack of financial support has not grown up out of a disregard of the legal or other attainments of our professional men. It has been, and now is, the result of the poverty of the great masses of our race. It further indicates the original error of those who sought to, and did, advise our people to seek the professions instead of becoming intelligent, skillful artisans and farmers. But this condition of things is rapidly passing into history. Nothing is contributing so much to it as the growing intelligence of our young men who see and appreciate the importance of a people laying the foundation of their success upon the ownership of the soil and an intelligent understanding of how to secure the best results from reaping and sowing. However, THE PLAINDEALER does not wish to be understood as depreciating the great services rendered the race by its lawyers, or the great credit reflected on us by the intelligence displayed by them in winning success in the face of fearful odds. It is no disparagement to other professional Negroes to say that the most successful leaders, and those who have secured the most for our race, have been, and are to-day, the Negro lawyers. Roberts Brown Elliott, unquestionably the most learned and distinguished Negro who has ever occupied a seat in the halls of our national Congress, astonished the nation through his profound knowledge of law. Kansas is never behind. While we have not as yet sent Negro lawyers to the Senate or made them judges, yet we have many who are, in a quiet way, building substantial foundations for future greatness. However, out in Graham county, a Negro, Geo. W. Jones, is very acceptably filling the position of county attorney, with the only drawback that he came in through the Populist vote. Topeka boasts three good lawyers—Messrs. James H. Guy, Wesley I. Jamison and Albert M. Thomas. James H. Guy came to Topeka from Ohio, where the name of "Guy" is as common as that of Jones, Smith and Brown. With characteristic energy of the average Ella M. Glenn, one of our popular and most efficient city teachers, and their union is a most happy one. About twenty years ago a young Negro, noticeable only for the length of his legs and narrow shoulders, began the study of law at Central College in Nashville, Tenn.,—that was Wesley I. Jamison. Like hundreds of other young Americans, young Jamison began his Strange and paradoxical as it may seem, it is true, nevertheless, that many great men have come out of poor old Missouri. Away back in the early "80's" Albert M. Thomas was pitching hay down on a farm in the Ozarks. Young Thomas grew tired of "haying it" and of men amply able to care for the legal business of our people. There is a constant and an ever increasing amount of legal matters growing and changing with the race. These matters demand a high order of ability and a manifestation of honesty and integrity that will merit and win the confidence of our people. The Negroes are not an ungrateful people. They are ready and willing to give their business to the men of the race if they are satisfied that they will get their money's worth. TOPEKA, KANSAS, MAY 18, 1900. JAMES H. GUY. Ella M. Glenn, one of our pop happy one. About twenty years ago a narrow shoulders, began there was Wesley I. Jamison. Like school career under difficult cial backing, he still possessed which he made frequent draft teaching, and doing chores to p. He came to Kansas before be and was soon employed as a schools. Having a natural one of the most successful off possesses the faculty of gett served three terms as justice of much confidence in the lawyer in a community where faces to give it color. Aband o tively in the practice of law, marked success. It is a comm things if anybody can." He e engaged in almost every impried in our district court duri of Nevels in the celebrated M Jamison was married about Hines, of Salina, who is now is the owner of several very f tiful home he now occupies o Strange and paradoxical have come out of poor old M pitching hay down on a farm About twenty years ago a young Negro, noticeable only for narrow shoulders, began the study of law at Central College was Wesley I. Jamison. Like hundreds of other young Americ school career under difficulties. Lacking the necessary financial backing, he still possessed ample physical resources upon which he made frequent drafts in the form of country school teaching, and doing chores to pay his tuition and other expenses. He came to Kansas before being able to complete his course, and was soon employed as a teacher in the Shawnee county schools. Having a natural aptitude for politics, he has been one of the most successful officeholders among our race. He possesses the faculty of getting there. He was elected and served three terms as justice of the peace, which is a manifestation of much confidence in the integrity and ability of a Negro lawyer in a community where there are hardly enough black faces to give it color. Abandoning politics, and engaging actively in the practice of law, "Squire" Jamison has met with marked success. It is a common saying that "Jamison can fix things if anybody can." He is a criminal lawyer, and has been engaged in almost every important criminal case that has been tried in our district court during the past ten years. His defense of Nevels in the celebrated Mattson case is well known. Mr. Jamison was married about fifteen years ago to Miss Lulu Hines, of Salina, who is now a teacher in our city schools. He is the owner of several very fine properties as well as the beautiful home he now occupies on Fillmore street. ALBERT M. THOMAS. of men amply able to care for ever increasing amount of le demand a high order of ability and win the confidence of ou are ready and willing to give they will get their money's w Great Man : His young American, finding himself a part and parcel of a great large family of boys and girls, "Jim," as he has always been familiarly known, set about to obtain an education and prepare himself to earn a living without the need of mopping his forehead. He succeeded so well that at an early age he secured a position in a small school as a teacher. After three of his brothers had entered the ministry, and one sister had married a preacher, Mr. Guy began the study of law at Bellefontaine, O., and, after being admitted to the bar, hung his shingle in Topeka in March, 1885. He has succeeded in passing through the starvation period and has a "few" laid up for the rainy season. Some one asked us the other day if "Jim" Guy is a politician. Well, if he isn't there are none in Kansas. Four years ago when every Negro politician in Shawnee county was supporting the other fellow, "Jim" Guy hung his coat on his arm and canvassed the county for Aaron Jetmore, and was rewarded by being appointed deputy county attorney, with full charge of justice and city court cases. He has done his work well. He has made a good, faithful official, always courteous and pleasant. A few years ago Mr. Guy was married to Miss M. H. WESLEY I. JAMISON. WESLEY I. JAMISON. threw down his fork, packed his red bandana and left for Lincoln institute at Jefferson City and the State university of Michigan. To maintain himself in school, Mr. Thomas turned his hand at every thing—slung hash in a hotel, "made down berths" on a Pullman and bucked wood any old place—that he might obtain some of the needful. Completing his course in school, Mr. Thomas located in Topeka, where he has, by hard work, established a reputation for honesty and industry. Being a new-comer, he has been obliged to meet a much greater competition than was faced by either Mr. Guy or Mr. Jamison. Desiring to win his place among men by the strict practice of law, he has never been a political "mixer," although to his friends he has always manifested a keen insight into political movements going on about him. Mr. Thomas is a lawyer or ability, possessing exceptional training in this capacity. He has recently married Mrs. Fannie Kirtley, of Kansas City, Kas, and has a very cozy home on Clay street, where he is always glad to welcome his friends. In this review of Topeka's three lawyers we have been prompted only by a desire to give deserved mention to a trio in the United States. Strelight in American History. Another Western klan took shape during the great rebellion. The originator was that old rebel, Quantrell, whose name has reverberated through the length and breadth of the land, carrying with its visions of murdered boys in blue, cold-blooded butcheries and burning villages. "A stony adversary, an inhuman wretch incapable of pity, void and empty from every drachm of mercy." This man was commander-in-chief of the Western Guerillas, whose deeds of barbarity have seldom been equaled and never surpassed in the long catalogue of human villainy. The writer has met with a number of his followers who won black laurels at the Lawrence, Kas, massacre. The well-chosen ensign of the band was a black flag, and every guerilla was bound to that emblem by one of the blackest oaths ever invented by fallen man. Two men, armed to the teeth, stood crouched amid the deep shadows of a dense grove of jack oaks in Clay county, Missouri. It was a mile to the nearest cabin. The whip-poor-will's lonely song was answered by the cry of the night hawk and the plaintive hoot of the owl. The sigh of the wind and the pitch darkness of midnight added to the intensity of the occasion, which was fraught with such danger to the two rash watchers. Phantom shadows came by ones and twos into a small opening. A weird light presented twelve horsemen, in a circle, with a drawn revolver in each hand and a candidate in the center. The memories of Wilson creek, the battle of The Wilderness and Cold Harbor were tame to the scene enacted, as facing twenty-four cocked revolvers, in sepulchral tones, the last novitiate was added to the gang. The two witnesses did not breathe free until far away, and often sleeping and waking, the spirit of that night would startle them like an electric shock and cause the hand to go to the side with the rapidity of lightning. Their near presence was never suspected, or their career would have ended and that speedily. Even at this late day it would not be wise to divulge the identity of the two daring scouts who knew the personnel of that select gathering. They will, perhaps, re main incognito to the last. After the war, led by Cole Younger, the border outlaws performed herculean feats of robbery on a giant scale. Like their Southern allies, the KluKlux, they rode the swiftest steeds, but instead of nocturnal depredations in a corner, they would swoop down upon their prey in the crowded city mart, under a noonday sun, and relieve a fat treasury or a rich-stored safe of untold thousands. And it was on the third day of April, 1882, while the narrator was waiting for a train at a little, obscure station on an Eastern railway, that he heard the telegraph operator and a companion talking excitedly about some startling information that was passing over the wires. Stepping forward, he learned that the notorious Jesse James, successor to the bloody Quantrell and Cole Younger, had been shot in St. Joseph, Mo., at ten o'clock that morning, by a man named Robert Ford. During the remaining hours of waiting, his mind was busy reviewing incidents and scenes of the wild West. This, then, was the welcome intelligence concerning the leader of the gang that he had studied a few years before at such hazard. He had even conversed at times with the different members, with the hope of eliciting information concerning their own peculiar organization, yet no ruse or maneuver could draw out any of the plans and purposes of the outlaws Since the war these far-famed band ditti or land pirates robbed and plundered. Atrocious cruelties and of times murder marked their trail These bold highwaymen would mee FRIDAY MORNING. mony Prevails. RIGANDS. ks of the Unmolest- It Has Existed upon the level, rob a bank or train, and part upon the square, and then with a nod and a wink, a grip or a sign, find a friendly shelter and secure hiding place. They completely defied the world's detectives. Their deeds of infamy and daring have been blazoned on the pages of almost every paper in America. For twenty long years this leader had carried a charmed life, and that charm was the invisible protection of an unseen power that has saved many a plunderer from merited punishment. But the gods on murderers fix revengeful eyes, and at last the prince of the outlaws was being shadowed by an avenger in the person of a young robber of his own making and patterning. This chief who had shot his understrappers down without warning, was to be paid in his own coin—was to be shot down like a dog. This bold brigand, who had outwitted the detectives of the nation, and laughed at the federal and state officers, was at last to be beaten by a mere youth, in his own way, on his own ground and tactics. The assassination of the president of these great United States created no greater sensation and excitement than the pistol shot that laid the captain of the bandits low. For days every newspaper in the Union continued to comment on the circumstances of his taking-off. Some thought the authorities had made a needless sacrifice of a brave man. Others thought it could not well be avoided. Many bitterly denounced the idea of using such tactics in thus settling the long score without giving poor Jesse a chance to shoot a few more officers and innocent citizens. The successful career so strangely allotted to this organized band of outlaws and the sensational romantic woman written thereon, have developed a rich crop of youthful imitators, who are ready to rob a bank, wreck a railway train or shoot a man at a moment's notice. A little more swift retribution would doubtless rob this highway business of its fascination and have a wholesome and salutary effect upon the juvenile brigands. This noted gang had its principal place of rendezvous far out West along the Big Muddy. Frank James, a brother to this noted outlaw, has since surrendered, and gone through the farce of a trial at Gallatin, Mo., and, to the astonishment of the nation, went scot free. Jesse James, Jr., has also figured in a train robbery trial before the American public, and promptly acquitted. The literary in the Tabernacle church was largely attended, and all report a pleasant time. Mrs. Austin Gothard is improving rapidly. Miss Gertrude Wakefield and Will Salters were married Wednesday of last week at 12 m, in the probate judge's office, and then took their departure for Sterling, the groom's home, in company with her sister, Miss Little Wakefield. Rev. Grant baptized Sunday in St. John, Kansas. Messrs. George Brown and Gill Saltus, of Sterling, were in the city a couple of days recently. There was quite a number of young men up from Newton last week. The ball and banquet given Thursday of last week was simply fine. All enjoyed themselves and appreciated the opportunity. The opening of the Shiloh Baptist church of this city was a great occasion among the colored people. It was enjoyed by visitors from Topeka, Emporia, Osage City and several other places. A basket dinner was served at the church, and everything proved to be a success. It was announced that the choir was second to none in the state. Rev. Vanlue was present, and made a strong appeal to the people to put their hands on their pocketbooks, and a reasonable sum was raised. Peruna Remedies! NUMBER 20. Hutchinson Burlingame. THE SHAWNEE GROCERY, Successor to the J. F. Glick Spot Cash Grocery, 108 East Sixth Street. Staple and Fancy Groceries, Fresh and Cured Meats, and Public benefactors. Why? We keep prices down to bed rock. She Plaindealer. i ————— Feetaod at Toe, Reon Sense OOM. wate mewntne br Bee Pminseaier Pub Wace orang iB boven set. ee Teaweed atthe postoice at Topeka, Kans. seco cavang an sev ofns Yall ater, en SDISCRIFTION EATIS : ots santas; caosnawouaede Ee Snares me Neox Cann, - - Businers Manager J. H, Catrpesa, * < “ Editor, Wr Hanns, - Managing Editor. FRIDAY, MAY 18, 1900. [Un order to insure publication of matter in the current issue, cor- veepondance must be in this office not Tater than Tuesday J Rents She lee eas Seen, eee The quadrennial conference of two great branches of Method- ism are now in session. The Af- tican Methodist Episcopal church conference is in session at Colum- bus, Ohio, and the Methodist Episcopal church conference at Chicago. Toth conferences are discussing, and will discuss, many questions of vast importance to us. asa people. In the Method- ist Episcopal church lies much of the hope for the future of our people in America. Through no other (white) church organization have we received more whole- some and liberal legislation. No other church has conceived and carried out such stupendous schemes of charity and benevo- lence. Through the Freedmen’s Aid society, the Methodist church spends nearly a million dollars annually maintaining schools and colleges throughout the South. Through all the departments of this great organization the Negro moves and has his being with but the slightest reference to color. As near as it is possible to obtain under the present social condi- tions, the great Methodist church is free from color prejudice. Dr. Bowen, Dr. Mason and Irvine Garland Penn are wielding a pow- erful influence for good, and pav- ing the way for future emolu- ments for the men of our race. The results of their work, along with the thousands of others, is a Ieaven that is working daily to destroy the prejudice of races. These honors are coming to men and women of our race naturally. There is nothing exotic about it. The people of the church recog- nize merit and do not advance them as a matter of policy be- cause they are Negroes. But one of the many questions being discussed by the great con- vention at Chicago seems to beat the “BECAUSE 1 AM BLAcK”’ labe'! —Shall there be a Negro bishop : None would join more heartily than we in expressing our appre ciation of the election of a Negr to the bench of bishops. Yet w must confess that the theory upon which the move is bein, 1g Ibs. Finest Gran. Sugar,....$1.00 20 Ibs. Extra C Sugar.....+... 1.00 Straight Patent Flour........ 85 5 cans Lewis Lye, only 5 cans with each order.....cesse08 25 Yeast Foam...seccscseessees 103 Ralston Yeast...ccscsssesses 103 2 cans Rest Tomatoes.. ...26+ «15 4048 COM..seceeseeserecee 35 2 cans String Beans.....0.0. 15 4.cans Red Kidney Beans..... 125 x r-lb. can Baked Beans....-. 105 gcans Van Camp's Soup...... .25 2 cans Columbia Salmon...... 125 3 cans Beardsley's Shredded COME rrcsvesesesarseense GS 3 pkgs. Graham Crackers..... 125 3 pkes. Oatmeal Crackers..... 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Controlling as it does, more Negroes than any other body, it is surprising that there has not been a corre- sponding manifestation of mate- rial prosperity among its mem- bership. Able as are its many ministers to buy, build and pay for magnificent church edifices, their splendor rivaling that of the handsomest churches of the Anglo-Saxon, these ministers seem unfitted to incite their cong- regations to habits of prudence and frugality. It is very notice- able among the few other races of this country which maintain re- ligious organizations along race lines, that pastors and preachers are the leaders in industrial and agricultural pursuits. They ad- vise against the prodigality of fine social functions end magnifi- cent churches until the many have homes and farms from which they may derive a sufficient in- come to enable them to eredita- bly support such magnificent dis- play. Perhaps the predominating in- fluence at work at Columbus is that of bishop-making. It is hardly to the credit of our great- est ecciesiastical organization that The Freeman, of Indianapolis, in discussing it, can say : “Bishop- making and president-making are very much akin."’ This is but g plain declaration that politica! methods and political chicanery govern and control the working: of this vast body of intelligent and religious Negroes rather thar the sincere desire to promote the spread and influence of Christ’: kingdom among the members 0 thehuman family. This inordi. nate desire for place and hono should be subordinated to th 2 Ibs. Santos Coffee........+- .25 1b pkg. Gona, Moch and Java Colitessesseseveeceeecense 20 1 pkg. Grape-Nuts..eecc.2000.0 GT Fresh Country Eggs, per doz.. 10 6 pkgs. 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The Leland forces seemed to quietly effect their organization, land compelled the ‘antis’® to “‘compromise.’’ The entire state ticket was renominated ; a strong platform indorsing the state and national administrations was adopted. The following state ticket was nominated : For associate justice, W. A. Johnson, Ottawa county; for governor, W. E. Stanley, Sedg- wick county ; for lieutenant-gov- ernor, Harry Richter, Morris county ; for secretary o: state, George W. Clark, Geary county; ce treasurer, Frank Grimes, Wichita county; for attorney- ener A. A. Godard, Shawne: county j for auditor, George E. Cole, Cranford county ; for super- ntencent of public instruction, Frank Nelson, McPherson coun- ig superintendent of insur- ance, W. V. Church, Marion coutiy for Congressman-at- large, Charles W. Scott, Allen county. Delegates-at-large to nation- al convention: Wilder S. Met- eal Douglas; M. A. Lowe, Shawnee ; F. A. Du Bois, Elk; E. W. Wellington, Ellsworth ; B. H. Tracy, Pottawatomie ; Frank L. Martin, Reno. For alternates-at-large to na- tional committee, George Ford, Bourbon; A. D. Walker, Jack. son; O. F. Lewis, Crawford; E, W. Wimocks, Barton; J.J. Mitchell, Wabaunsee; Frank Shane, Phillips. Presidential electors: A. W. Smith, McPherson; O, P. Er. genbright, Montgomery; I. F. Bradley, Wyandotte ; Matt. Ed. monds, Jefferson ; J. W, Park er, Johnson; A. P. Johnson Cowley; G. W. Lamb, Wood. son; C, G. Buckner, Republic F. F. Bracken, Lincoln; J. T Thompson, Pratt. The entire ticket is a stron; one, and will receive the ful support of all Republicans. COLORED CONFERENCE. Pursuant to the call issued sometime ago, aconterence of the leading colored Republicans of Kansas was held in Topeka this week. A full report of their do- ings is found in this issue of TH PLAINDEALER. The entire work of the conference was marked by the manifest conscientiousness of each gentleman present to do all in his power to promote the best interest of tke race within the Republican party. There was an utter absence of quarreling, bickering and jealousy so com- mon to political gatherings of our'race in the past. The result of the conference shows very conclusively that the Negroes can unite for the race’s good. The future of the organization eflected during this conference, lics in the hands ot the officers selected to guide its destiny. The president, Mr. W. B. Townsend, is one of the stalwart Republic- ans of Kansas, and to him can confidently be intrusted the care of our political ambitions. His long service to the,party, and the high esteem in th he is held by all who know him, renders the selection a particularly pop- ular one. Rev. W. L. Grant, to whose efforts more than to any- one, is due this conference, tc and be relied ugon to carry the work of organization into every towr and city in Kansas. Now is the time to organize ! IMPORTANT. We publish the following let- ter, which we believe to be of great importance to our people. There should be great care exer- ‘cised in listing articles of value : fo the Favor of The Plamndeater: | ‘Through your paper, I wish to call attention of our race, as far as possible, to the fact that the Census Bureau is planning to make a special effort during the taking of the census in June, to find the exact amount of proper- ty of every description that is owned by the Negro race. This means a great deal to us as a people, as we will be very large- ly judged by the world by the re- sult. It is of the utmost import- ance that each individual mem- ber of the race, in every part of the country, begin at once to make a careful list of the amount and value of the property that he owns, so as to be ready to give i at once to the census taker. It is also important that as far as possible, ministers and teachers call the attention of the people to this matter as far in advance as may be thought best. Yours truly, Booker T. WaAsHINGTON. INADVERTENTLY it was an- nounced through the columns of this paper last week that Mr. Charles Hunter, of Pierce City, Mo., would assume charge of the editorial, reportorial and literary departments of this paper. We desire to say that this announce- ment was incorrect. Mr. Hunter comes to Topeka simply as an employe in our composing de: part, and will solicit advertising There will be absolutely ne change in the editorial depart. ment of this paper. , Wuat's the use of being black and having kinky hair? We counted cight different remedies for taking kinks out of colored people's hair, and four for remov- ing the black skin in one of our leading race journals the other day. This looks very much a: though kinky hair and black faces will soon be things of the past, Now, then, we'll be happy yet, you bet. ———. Weed to think the Negro didn't count for very much— 7 Light feed i he con patch aed chicensand oe Si Co Sl oc adie Sp i pa wi cain eanera ao mics meat on 7 eS a Wis a ca at Sane a ps, a ae seatces rasan Sa veh wrasse Juan, re Ref ser shod sul aber eps me ind iy nase, tun sony avs ai fhe Teh tba Guat fa ced i Con wave ent ane Si hye mec en rll gh motes nodes eit ctr su so =o For the succor of the colored troops, the ‘battle rec plane Avda adnate oi inter nnd oe at fenbeiothe Tenth ata Quit —B. M. Cuaxnixc in Jhe Boston Yournal, THE FREEMAN,£22°%% gencaied to bo the ieading Nofaparer putt ished fy the ta ia ie world. Nee a zz INDIANAPOLIS, # ideal home journal More spectal coutributors ‘than any two other Negropapera. We want ap active tin every town snd city Boies feet ND Aad: The Freeman, Indianapolis, < . Wissourl Pacific, TOPEKA, FE, SOOTE £000, No. 255. fear Topetsovsseeevnemesnnesereeres $0081 “TOPEKA, FT. GOOTT ACCOM. Ha. 235. Arrive TopUka.secssossoee see svorseses oP 50 DHL THEY CONSULT (Continued frcm Page One) SO eee eT tion, and will use our best efforts to secure the same. Beit further Resolved, That this conference does hereby indorse the ex-Slave Pension associations in its efforts to secure pensions for aged ex-slaves, and does hereby urge our delegation in Congress to secure the passage of the best bill now before Congress. That we favor the recruiting of one battalion of colored national guards and an appropriation by the next Legislature for the maintenance of the same. ‘That it be the sense of this conference that in those South- ern states where colored men have ‘been practically disfranchised, the members of Congress be reduced in number to ronform to the law g v- ering the election of members of the House of Representatives in all the states, ms Resolved, ‘That we urge the mem- bers of Congress to favor the estab- lishment of a national industrial school in Kansas. Committee: James H. Guy, chair- man, James A. Page, George F Brown, C. B. Bryant, J. B. Jones, D. D. Hope, J. Hume Childers. Promptly at § p. m., D. T. Tipton, chairman, called themecting to order. J. M. Wright, of Topeka, on motion. was elected temporary secretary. ‘The committee on nominations, ap- poin‘ed earlier in the session, pre- ‘sented the following report, which }was adopted after some discussion: President, W. B. Townsend, Leaven- ons 1st vice president, D, D. Cole, JOskaloosa; znd vice president, Paul Jones, Kansas City; 3rd vice presi- ‘dent. P. B. Andrews, Arkansas City; [4th vice president, D. Weeks, Em- poria; 5th vice president, S. C. Per- kins, Junction Citys 6th vice presi- dent, Z. T. Fletcher, Nicodemus; ;th vice president, William Johnson, Wichita. Recording secretary, Mex. A. Reeves, Etnporia; corresponding secretary, C. B. Bryant, Perry; lect: urer, W. I. Grant, Topeka; statistic- ian, J. H. Childers, Topeka, treasur- er, Green Keith, Lawrence. Exce- vtive committee ; 1st Congressional district, W. H. Hudson, Atchison, J M. Wright, Topeka; 2nd congression- ‘al district, I. F, Brailley, Kansas City, 3. BeMcLmore, Fort Scott; 3rd Con- -gressional district, D. Douglass, Win- field; G. W. Harts, Pittsburg; 4th Congressional district, D. F. Tipton, Emporia, D. W. Walker, Council Grove; 5th Congressional district, I. W. Hardin, Junction City; D. W, Welsh, Junction City; 6th Congres- sional district, J. B. C. Lewis, Bogue N. J. Washington, Speed; 7th Cong. ressional district, W. H. Jones, Wich- ita; J. R. Richie, Hutchinson; at large, George W, Ellis, Lawrence Following the report, Mr. J. G Groves, the famous potato king o} Kansas, was introduced, and pre sented avery able address on agri culture. He deplored the presence of eighty-two per cent. of the Ne groes in cities, He showed that th conditions in the cities, with thei allurement for pleasures, tended t render it impossible for our peopl to acquire wealth. He showed hov much the misconceived notion of th drudgery of farm work tended t drive our young men from the farm Modern farming, thanks to the in ventive genius of man, is no longer : drudgery, but a pleasant pastime He urged the men assembled spread the knowledge of moder | farming among our people, and urg: the surplusage of our young men t seek the farm as a means of liveli |hobd. He showed how much i would be for the physical and mora |development of the race in Kansas He advised taking a little Jesus am '|all the land the race could get. | Rev. M.E. A. Wilson, of Kan |sas City, delivered an eloquent ad dress on “The Negro Soldier in Al | the American Wars.” Itwas replet in the recounting of exhibitions c | daring courage of the thousands 0 LancestanoMostCoMPLeTEBuccyfacToRY oNEARTH WRITE FOR canine ee ‘ SSS See oS CHE Se [oo Uy Sy “Se = oor ron Baice THE LOWEST ere ESD ParryMrc@-mimas,, eto FE MONTROSE BICYCLE SeTFREE ee SEU Ege MTHOUT A CENTIN. ADVANCE. 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E. Jactsox, Chick ‘Atue Lawsos, Recording Sec, FOR RENT—Unturnished rooms at 112, 114 East Seventh street Call at THe PLainpEAter 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 Minnesota avenve, Kansas City, Kas., is the best restaurant in that city. Notice—All correspondents for THE PLAINDEALER will kindly collect all subscriptions in their respective cit- ies, and kindly remit same to the of- fice. + * sepstertereteetet ete = PERSONAL NOTES. =} rhe eeneeneenies * : G. W. Lowery, of Paola, attended the convention. §. Parker, of Holton, was in the city on business. W. J. Morgan, of Chetopa, was in the city this week. Pete Wilson, of Oswego, Kas., at tended the convention. Dr. B. A. McLemore, of Ft. Scott, attended the convention. C. H.M. Collins, of Olathe, at- tended the convention. J. B. Lewis, of Graham county, was in the city this week. P, B, Andrews, of Arkansas City, was in the ctiy this week. Eev. G. W. Hart, of Weir City Kansas, registered at the Chiles ho- tel. G. C. Fletcher, of Atchison, was a delegate to thé convention this week, Mesdames W. M. Wilson and Ma- mie Johns have gone on a visit for a week. W. B. Townsend, of Leavenworth, attended the Republican state con vention. Capt. Roberts and J. W. French, of Parsons, attended the Republican convention. Mr. J.B. Gibbs, of Kansas City, United States attorney, is in the city this week. Major Ford was elected delegate to the Republican national conven- tion at Philadelphia. D. F. Tipton, William St. Clair and A. A. Reeves, of Emporia, at- tended the conference. I. F. Bradley, of Kansas City, Kansas, was chosen as a presiden- tial elector by a large majority. W. A. Douglass, of Kansas City, Kas., was in the city this week look- ing after real estate matters. Mr. and Mrs. E. A. Larkins, who live Southwest of the city, are the happy parents of a bouncing boy, He tipped thescales at nine pounds, Callon M, Manson, 316 Kansas avenue, when you want money at, ten per cent. on valuables. He sells misfit clothing, shoes, hats, gents’ farnishing goods. He has about 100 names of business houses on his books. He is well ex- perienced in this line of work. The Ne Plus Ultra Art club met Saturday afternoon with Mrs. Jerry White, 114 Buchanan street. The following names were omitted from the party given by the club last week: Mr. and Mrs. Alfred, Mr. and Mrs. Jerry White and Miss Susie Thomp- son, The club will meet next Saturday with Mrs. Clark, 115 Lane street. One of the most enjoyable thim- ble parties of the season was the one given by Miss Pearl McNeil on last Friday afternoon. The rooms were elaborately decorated with palms and cut flowers. Punch, coffee, sal- ads, sandwiches, ice cream and cake were served during the after- noon to the following gue-ts: Mes- dames Buckner, Jamison, Abbott ; Misses Ida Wright, Gertrude Moody, Mary Jordon, Lena Thompson, No- ra Williams, Lizzie Spaulding, Ger trude Solomon, Eva and Lillie Phil- lips, Ella Williams and Prissonia Benning. The guests departed, de- laring Miss Pearl McNeil an ideal hostess, Mock: Convention. On Tuesday evening, May 8, the Willing Workers club of the Second Cumberland Presbyterian church held a Republican state convention in Odd Fellows’ hall. More than half of the counties of the state were represented by prominent colored men of Topeka. The highest num- ber of votes cast on any one ballot was 543, each delegate casting the entire vote to which his county is entitled in the Republican state con- vention. Mr, G. A. Bigbee, chair- man of the state committee, called the convention to order, and placed in nomination Prof. W, J. Johnson for temporary chairman, who was elect- ed by acclamation, Messrs. J. H. Stewart and William Hale were elect- ed temporary secretaries, after which the chair, assisted by the con- vention, sang “ America.” ‘The usu- al committee was appointed. The temporary organization was made permanent. A strong set of resolu- tions was presented by Mr. N. Saw- yer, chairman of the committee on resolutions, which, afteran able and spirited discussion, participated in by Hons. J. H. Guy, G. W. Smith, J. L. Leonard, N. Sawyer and others, was adopted by a rising vote. Amid great enthusiasm, the following tick- et was nominated: Associate jus- tice of Supreme court, W. A. John: son 3 governor, W. E. Stanley; liew- tenant-governor, H. E. Richter ; Congressman-at-large, Charles F. Scott ; secretary of state, George A, Clark ; attorney-general, A, A. God- ard state treasurer, Frank Grimes: auditor, George C. Cole; state su- perintendent, Frank Nelson; superin: tendent of insurance, W. V Church. ‘The following resolutions were alsc adopted by unanimous vote: Resolved, That the ticket nom- inated by this convention be present edto the Republican state conven tion, which met in Topeka May 16 1990, with a request that the sam be indorsed and made the ticket o that convention. Avery large an enthusiastic crowd was present, anc everyone had a pleasant time. A 11 o'clock the convention adjourne: sine die, and refreshments and. musi rere the order for the neat tw hours. Lodge Reports. Jeffersonian Temple No. 60 is get- ting along nicely. The members are turning out very well. We have 26 members and some candidates to make our neat meeting, and we are about out of debt. Sir Westey Oster, C. M. Sunnyside Temple No. 59 is get- ting along fairly well. We have 20 members, owe some indebtedness and have no sick members. Six Sins, C. M. Pride of Topeka is doing fairly well. We have a membership of 24 and some candidates to make, and ows some debts. Str R. S. Cristixe, C. Me Magdalene Tabernacle No. 85 is getting alons fairly well. Since the last day of February, we have lost two daughters by death and three by suspension for non-payment of dues; we ask the prayers ofall true knights and daughters. Dre. J. B. Tavtor, H. P. Macedonian Temple No. 93, North Topeka, has a membership of 36 and has no sick; we have about $93 in the treasury and no debts, Drr. I. M. Jorvas, H. P. Pearly Rose Tabernacle No. 97 is getting along fairly well; we have about three sick and are up with our endowment Drr. A. Pickens, H. P. Rising Sun Tent No, 44 is doing fairly well. We have fifteen mem- bers, some of whom are sick. | Drr. S. H. Harrisox, Q. M. Pride of Topeka Tent No. 36 has 24 members and no sick; has $22.59 in treasury. Drr. I. M. Jorpan, Q. M. Deborah Tent is getting along nicely; there are no sick members ard no debts; there are in the treas ury about $50. Drr. J. B. Tavzor, Q. M. Pansy Blossom Tent No. 37 has 20 members, none of whom are sick; and is doing nicely, Drr. A. Farris, Q. M. ‘The prospect seems very bright for the International Order of Twelve; our membership is increasing right along, and it will not be long until it is as large as it was some years ago. Sir Ransom Taytor, Dist. D’pty. S. Rickarpson, Ass’t Scribe. Politics and Pollticlans. Soap and starch not having ad. vanced in price, there has been no increase in the cost of the farmer's laundry bill. But he has been get. ting a good deal more money for his hogs, steers and corn than he did a few years ago, and for the materials which enter these very articles. If personal comfort is not par. amount to duty, Congress will re- main in session long enough to pas: the shipping dill. The Democracy is so devoted to free trade that the small temporary duty imposed on imports from Porto Rico is denounced as a national dis- grace. Were that party to gain con- trol of the government, it would at- tempt to establish free trade between the United States and Europe, so that everything we bought with the cheap money it promises us would “be madein Germany, England or any other old place” rather than in the United States. é Shrewd Republicans in Congress should seize the present division among the Democrats on the ship: ping bill to put it upon the statutes before the adjournment. There has been no increase in the price of tobacco recently. But there has been in the workingman's wages With a strong nucleus of Demo- crats in each branch of Congress eager to vote for the shipping Dill, it is odd that the Republican leaders are unwilling to bring the bill up for consideration. The settlement of the trust” question isnot a political one. but it calls for the concerted action and best judgment of all Legislatures. Whenever a “trust” tends to impair the rights and privileges of citizens, it aims neither at Republicans, Dem- ocrats nor Populists, but at all alike. ‘Therefore, the representatives of all the people should join hands for the protection of all. With Democrats hopelessly split on the shipping bill—some favoring and others opposing it—their party leaders are estopped from making an issue of the shipping question in the coming campaign. Nicodemus. Nicodemus closed its schoo} term of eight months on the 27th. The closing exercises were held at Mount Pleasant Baptist church. Executive committee, F. Barber, E. Clark, J. Clark Kirtley, Cora Ward. School board, J. E. Lewis, director; J. A Warner, clerk; J. Vaughn, treasurer. Graduating class, L. Vanduyall, John Clark, Frank Barber. Program: Vocal trio, Misses J. Vaughn, C. Ward and J. Kirtley; invocation, G. W. Ellis and pupils; recitation, Gra- cia Kirtley and Jerome Vaughn; rec: citation, Lulu Lored and Dollie Wel- ton; vocal trio, Misses Vaughn, Ward and Kirtley; recitations, Harvey Craig, Lugenia Lored, Joe Lewis, H. C. Kirtley, Irene and Eliza Combs, Charley Morgan; instrumental music, J. A. Weaver; recitations, E, T. Kirt. ley, C. S. Vaughn, Bessie Moore, Rachel Welton; vocal music, Anna. bel Taylor and N. Jackson; cantata, F. Lewis, Katie Vaughn, Ola Scruggs, Alice Scruggs, Chris. Hall and John Morgan. Miss Lucy Pullin has returned Home from Oklahoma. Miss Cora Merritt has returned from Jefferson, where she has beer studying music in Lincoln Institute Miss Annetta Scott, of Kansas City, is visiting Mrs. A. Thomas. Sandy Mothell died Tuesday night from consumption, at his home, 1508 Quincy street. The Elites will open the season with a dancing party at Vinewood soon, The St. John A. M. E. Sunday school has changed the hour from 3 Pp. m, to 9:30 a. m. The Colden Rod club will mee! thisafternoon with Miss Ella Will. jams, 410 Buchanna street, G. W. Harts. editor Weir Citj Eagle, was in the city this week. Mr. and Mrs. Nick Chiles, their daughter, Arnicholas and Bertha Hollan spent, Sunday in the coun- try with Mrs. Parks and Mrs. Blue. A fine country dinner was served, which reminded them that country life is alright. ‘When in Emporis 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, 7x1 Commercial street, Emporia, Kansas. sa LOW COST HOUSES fre for re.tuice tne i ak Br adern bases, osting from ULMER Siescptoe gute, bryos jae L dint ary arated te fae EY $3 Tatait chimaves cocvitad aie ac peteermpet seemeie 9° Be be omen. Peadetis bane tan reeint How the Kroo Tribe Celebrates Christmas: . From The Christian Recorder, On Christmas Day, as I usually do on Mondays, I went to Krootown in the afterncon to teach my class God’e Word, Butfon reaching the little church, I did not find any interpreter, 80 I waited awbile, and as he failed to put in his appearance, I set out to find him, I met several crowds of Kroo men, women and children parading the streets in their usual custom of cel- ebrating Christmas. I finally met my interpreter, but inetead of return- ing to the church, we joined thecrowd of spectators, as it seemed utterly impossible to induce anyone to leave the play and go to the church. "The Kroo women had made special preparation for dressing their daugh- ters on this occasion, hence these girls seemed to be the center of attraction. ‘They wore around their loins a silk handkerchief, or a piece of satin or silk of brilliant colors ;-their arms were covered from the wrist to the el bow with bracelets, and their legs cov- ered with avklets from their aukles to their knees; their necks, shoulders and waists were Jaden with besds of various colors. They seemed to have heen in poscession of nearly all the English coin that came to Monrovia; they had Jong atrings of it around their heads and necks, and many of them held £1 and £2 in their mouths ; others held fancy pipes in their mouths. They wore a ring on each finger of their hands, and some wore ag many 23 four rings in each ear. Dressed in the above described style, these girls marched through the town, accompanied by their attend. ants, each having from two to four to carry their umbrella fans and to rul | their bracelets and anklets while they |sat down to rest. ‘Their ages ranged |from nine to eighteen years. Theil '|mothers were with them and forced them to walk until their feet and ank les would swell. When I saw this 1 could not hold my peace longer, ant i}epeaking to one of the mothers, | -|poiuted to the child's feet; but sh | shook her head, turned me away ani {would noi listen to my pleading fo .{the child. I began to queston then [| why they did this, but the excitemen .|ran too high to gain their attention .| My interpreter informed me that ac ijcording to tneir custom, they cele :|brated Christmas as a big “pla .jday ;? they knew not how to celebrat {it us the birth of Christ, so they two! -| this day toshow their riches, puttin, -}them on their davghters and march -|ing them through the streets. 1} Krootown is on the suburbs of thi ‘;town, so you see that this heathenisr .|is practiced even in the face of civil jJization. It seems discouraging, yet ,Jam willing to continue to sow th -{seeds and leave the results with Gud ,| whe, in His own time, wil! draw met -{unto Him. , Amayxpa Davis, See ae s/n Literary Folks, From The Washington Daily Record. This is purely a literary age and almost every thoughtful man of more or less prominence is writing a bock in which, forthe most part, a Jarge amount of himself gets woven into the fubric of his imagination or re- search. Very distinct from the above observation are the sritings of Paul Laurence Dunbar, Charles W. Ches- nutt and perhaps two or three nivre, including Mre. F. E. W. Harper. These works are purely literary, and stamp the literary impress upon the writers aud the race. Mr. Daniel Murray has been engaged for the past few months in making up a complete catalogue of the literary efforts of the race and has himself fallen under the very magic spell aud has “writ a book” or is gathering material for one. We had the pleasure of re- viewing a few pages of Mr, Murrag’s manuscript a few evenings since arid were charmed at the style and charac. ter of his work. Itis Mr. Murray's purpose to collect exact data concert- ing the eminent men and women of the race, and arrange each in order under a special classification, group: ing the events of the period and the men and women of the race who took part in the history of the time, In addition to this, Mr. Murray has with wonderful skill and_ ability made an analogy bétween the white men and women of like conditiors and times, producing effects hereto: fore entirely lett out of similar work by Negro authors, The book prom ises to be of especial value to student: and writers a8 Torming avaluable ad tion to the home library. What White Mon Think of Us. From The New York Age. It is necessary for the race to un derstand what white men think of u: and what they propose asa solution of the race question. The New Yorl Age cf Thursday, May 17, will con tain a full report of the Montgomery conference, filling two pages, includ ing opinions of the New York daily peparsaricles by Joba E. Milholland joker T. Washington, Judson W Lyons, P. B.S. Pinchback and oth ers. Single copies can be obtained by sending five cents to The Age,4 Ce dar streot, New York. o" The Kansas Saving Investneat Company, Coord CHANUTE, KANSAS. arte tet Authorized Capital,. 700,000. PPP eet ttitit Stock solicited by correspondence. General solicitor and and financial agent, J. S. HALE, THE CAPITAL LOAN OFFICE. M. MANSON, Proprietor. Will remove to 316 Kansas Avenue, May 1, with a Big Line of x Gents’ Furnishing Goods, New and Second-Hand Misfit Clothing. M. MANSON, 316 KANSAS AVE. al é bef Pa ath ¢ . 3% ' 7 z « 5 2 ‘ . eS ie os eM d sump. aw atcat Moneyeah ax catectstasgicnndcnbaaa rece swat George Klien & Co MAKERS OF High-Grade Buggy and Team Harness. «Repairing Promptly Executed... 718 Kansas Ave. Topeka, Kan Estate. ‘Turse Room Corrace, N. 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Itisjust Sothing tabs the Mir sof iedlog and Expats at once, "eine gacbeed Rona Ore Kien seat wit j, State a” he College, ‘Orangebarg, 5.00 S I: jour Genta cannot supeiy you with tp oi etn RLF POS Sy reat eerie d Rey nrieind Guede $200,000 Worth of Property Has been placed mm my hand for disposal, for sale; and of which part has bee n taken under foreclosure. It principally is owned by Eas- tern Firms who are very anxious to sell on reasonable terms. I have beautiful huses and lots in all parts of the city, which can be bought al- most at your own price. Asthis 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 beatiful part of the city, residences which you might desire. 1 We have a aumber 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. 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WITCHES AND I1AIn JEWKLEY, 220 East Fifth Street, Torzca, Kamaas, Practices in all : courts, Special station given criminal cases. | W. 1. JAMISON, Artoryey-at-Law. Office, 117 W. Fifth St. | A. M. THOMAS, AttTorser-aT-Law, *Phone, 299, 413 Kansas Avenue, Rooms tand 5. ‘Topeka, Ran. B01 Aw. BOS re C. SUMNER SUNDAY. Puystcian AxD SURGEON Calls Promptly Answered. ~ Telephone 558. FRANK HERALD, Arrorney-Ar-Lam, Room 313, Long Building, 515 Main Street, Kansas City, Mo. Wichita. Commodore Adams, after an absence of several years, is at home again visiting friends. Alonzo Jones arrived in the city Monday, from St. Joseph, and will remain quite awhile, visiting relatives. Sunday before last the annual sermon of the I. O. O. F. was preached in the Second Baptist church. The attendance was large. Rev. A. C. Terrill, of the A. M. E. church, delivered an eloquent sermon. The banquet, given by the Twentieth Century club Monday evening in the A. M. E. church, was a great affair. Syl. Griggs left for Woodard, Okla., Monday. Charlie Andrews, of Springfield, Mo., is in the city. The Baptist Home Missionary society met at the residence of Mrs. Anderson, 208 N. Waco street, Tuesday evening of last week. Mrs. Andrew Johnson, of Ft. Scott, passed through the city en route to Colorado. The social event of the season was the party given Thursday evening of last week by Messrs. Charles Neely, Will Thomas and L. F. Simpson, at the home of Miss Jones, 1018 Jackson avenue. The evening was pleasantly passed with music, games and conversation. Delicious refreshments were served in four courses. The participants were Misses A. Thompson, M. Andrews, Minnie Jackson, Martha Thomas, Carrie Brooks, N. Thompson, Josie Jones, L. Covington; Mesdames L. G. Terrill, S. W. Jones, G. W. White, S. E. Patton, E. Landrum, M. Carr, W. A. Bettis; Messrs. J. W. Thompson, E. Heathmon, S. W. Jones, Wm. Dunson, G. W. White, S. Abernathy, James Johnson, B. Thomas, Rev. A. C. Terril. Narsissie Thompson left Saturday for an extended visit to Millerton and Clearwater. New Hope Baptist church gave a $2.00 rally Sunday, May 13. Nine candidates were baptized by Rev. H. F. Frazier last Sunday. Hattie Drake, who recently made her home in Des Moines, Iowa, has returned home to see her sick mother. Mrs. Fannie Taulbert, who has been very sick, is able to be out again. Little Luvene Alexander is improving rapidly ; we hope she will continue. A few friends gathered at the residence of J. E. Lewis Wednesday evening to surprise him on his thirty-second birthday, but it was not as easy as they thought it would be. Luncheon of three courses was served. Will Southers and A. F. Johnston furnished music. The following were present: Rev. H. F. Frazier and wife, Rev. Cox, Salina; Mesdames Alice Lewis, Cornelia Johnston, Lou. Wilson, Emma Evans; Misses Gertrude Johnston, Lou. Johnston, Rosa Dunn, Ida Wilson, Albertha Lewis; J. E. Lewis, A. F. Johnston, Will Southers, J. T. Haynes, Parsons. J. T. Haynes left over the 'Frisco Monday night for Parsons, Kas. The infant of Mrs. A. Dunn has been very sick, but is better. We wonder why a certain lady who lives in the North part of town thinks her daughter better than the rest of the girls. Holton. Having fine weather during the week of the encampment, everyone had a grand time. Everyone was glad to see the old soldiers once more. All business was completed in both ladies' and gentlemen's meetings. Lovely music was rendered by the Military band, and the parade was a sight to behold. The decorations were fine. Five colored ladies from different parts of the state were here as delegates to the Woman's Corps: Mesdames McClain and Carpenter from Topeka; the names of the other three we did not learn. Nick Chiles spent Wednesday and Thursday in our city visiting Mr. Parks during the encampment. Mr. Parks escorted Mr. Chiles over the city in a carriage, accompanied by Mrs. Parks, his wife; Eva Parks, his daughter and Miss Holton, correspondent for THE PLAINDEALER. Mr. Chiles was much carried away with our city, and was much astonished at its being such a large and pretty place. Hosts of colored people were here from all parts of the state, attending the cakewalk of E. J. Davis, and the encampment also. E. J. Davis's cakewalk proved a success, but his dance was a failure. The Brewer cakewalkers are second to none in the state; they carried away the cake with all ease. Mr. Depew and wife were in Holton Wednesday and Thursday. Jennie Grabb, of Frankfort, visited Phena Daniels and attended the cakewalk, and returned Friday, accompanied by Anna Russell, with whom she will remain for the present. W. A. G. Martin was in a fight Saturday night, but being very active, and getting in a few of Sullivan's blows, he came out victorious. Emma Ford and baby are still on the sick list. The 12-year-old daughter of William Taylor and wife is very ill with pneumonia. There is little hope of her recovery. Mrs. McNary was the guest of Ellen Holton during the encampment. Rev. R. C. Tutt, in charge of the Baptist church, preached Sunday, his being the second and fourth. Alex. Plumb and family spent a day with his sister, Mrs. Daniels, last week. Louis Ford has returned to Holton again. Eva Parks has been absent from school a few days on account of sickness. R. Holton has been sick for the last few days, and was delayed from his work, but is now on the mend. L. Parks left Tuesday for the colored convention held at Topeka. S. Jolly and wife spent Thursday in Holton. Mr. Flemings and wife visited Mary Brown last week. Rev. Lee preached in Horton Sunday, and his wife filled the stand here, rendering a very interesting lecture, subject, "How Should I Try to Live?" Leavenworth. One of May's pretty weddings was that of Lulu Mitchell, niece of H. Taylor and wife, and Rev. J. I. Watson, of Ellsworth, Kas., last Wednesday morning at 8 o'clock, at the residence of the bride's uncle, H. Taylor. Rev. King officiated. Only the immediate relatives and a very few friends were present. After the ceremony a sumptuous wedding breakfast was served. A number of lovely wedding gifts bore evidence of many warm friendships of the bride, who was one of Leavenworth's most estimable young ladies. After the wedding breakfast the bride and groom took their departure for their new home in Ellsworth. Katie Barbee and her aunt, J. Pointer, of Central City, Colo., spent a few days of last week in Atchison, the guests of friends. Mabel Taylor, of Atchison, was the guest of Leavenworth friends last week. Gertrude Taylor, who has been somewhat indisposed for several weeks, is better, and has resumed her studies in the High school. Marinda Clark, wife of Frank Clark, died at her home on Second avenue May 11. of malarial fever. She was well and favorably known in Leavenworth, being an old citizen. She leaves a husband, two sisters and one daughter, A. C. Scott, to mourn her death. Kansas City, Kas. Mrs. Malinda Jackson died Saturday from dropsy. Funeral services were held at her home, Third and Oakland avenues. She leaves three children to mourn her death. The corner-stone of St. Mary's Catholic church was laid Sunday with impressive ceremonies. When finished, it will be one of the finest church buildings in the state. The M. B. Sewing circle was entertained by Mrs. B. Tillery, Tenth and Washington avenue, last week. Miss Georgia Freeman entertained Wednesday night the following persons: Misses Sadie Davis, Ida Generals, Pearl Tillman; Messrs. W. G. Wood, Thomas Generals, F. K. Douglass and O. B. Johnson and wife. Whist was the evening's pastime. Misses Tolson and Botts are making active and successful solicitors for Douglass Hospital. Ella Richardson, of Leavenworth, visited Mrs. W. M. Jones last week. It is rumored that Mrs. Maggie Younger, a teacher in Douglass school, and Pleasant Matthews, trustee of St. James A. M. E. church, were quietly married two weeks ago. Nellie Corbon, who taught in Oklahoma this year, will spend the vacation in this city. The Western University baseball team played against the Lincoln High school team, on Independence and Lydia avenues, Thursday. Score 22 to 12 in favor of Western University. Prof. and Mrs. J. J. Bass are sojourning with Mr. and Mrs. I. F. Bradley until the close of school, after which they will go to their farm to rusticate during vacation. The Ladies' Art club met with Mrs. O. B. Johnson this week. Walter Jones and wife have removed to 1049 North Seventh street. Joe Carter and his brother, Volney, of Omaha, were guests of their sister, Mrs. Jennie Williams, last week. Dr. Thompson was called to Weston Saturday, on professional duties. The second surprise of the week comes in the form of a rumor, that Miss G., one of our teachers, and a well-known Topeka gentleman have tied the hymeneal knot. C. B. McAfee is on the sick list. Frankfort. The C. M. E. church is being repaired. The ladies are managing it. It is being papered and fixed up generally. They have raised nearly all the money. The men are at work now. The C. M. E. Sunday school gave an entertainment on the 12th, which was successful. The money will be used to send a delegate to the Sunday school at Paxico in June. Monroe Smith, the delegate chosen, is a worthy young man. N. K. Jolley came up from Leavenworth to have her property overhauled, and much good work was done on it. Mrs. Oliphant came home from the hospital. Her cancer is no better; the doctor says he can do no more. She has been afflicted eight months. Janie Smith and Annie Russell visited friends in Holton recently. We are making preparations for Children's Day, and will render an excellent program. G. W. Taylor has removed his family to Atchison. He is an energetic, industrious and Christian man, and we regret very much his departure. He was a classleader in the C. M. E. church. Father Sanders's infant baby died a few days ago, and was buried by the side of its mother. Hannah Bell is the guest of friends in Chicago. Quite a number of the members of the lodge were in Columbia Sunday. The medal contest and graduating exercises held at the Ferris Grand opera house' Friday evening of last week was a fine affair and largely attended. The members of the graduating class were Lottie Nichols, valedictorian; William Roy Scott, salutatorian; Allie U. Brown and Susie Jamerson. The contestants were Fannie Lewis, Oda Bailey, Alma Davis, Ruth Scott, Roxey Brooks, Bertha Walker and Mabel Johnson. The first prize, a gold medal, was won by Mabel Johnson; second prize, a silver medal, won by Alma Davis; third prize, a sterling silver pen, won by Fannie Lewis. The other contestants did well and proved by their eloquent voices that they had been well trained, and deserve much credit. Prof. J. D. Jackson, principal. Martha Scott served an excellent six-o'clock dinner in honor of the graduates Saturday. The other invited guests were Richard Tolbert and Myra Hicks and the teachers, L. J. Hubbard, M. J. Goode, M. E. Scott, R. A. Henderson, Prof. Jackson and wife. It is a known fact that Mrs. Scott well understands how to serve in the latest style. All enjoyed themselves until a late hour, and returned to their respective homes. R. A. Henderson, who has been teaching in the public school, returned to his home in Fulton, Mo., Tuesday. Wamego. Rev. J. A. C. Wade, of the M. E. church, preached an interesting sermon Sunday. The health officers of the county have just awakened to a sense of their duty; several cases of smallpox have been quarantined. The Star Laundry was under quarantine about thirty minutes Saturday of week before last. Ida Posy, who lives five miles West of town, took poison Monday morning, and walked to town. Owing to an overdose, she recovered. We did not learn her reasons for taking it. Ed. Gilbert, of Holton, was in town Sunday. Rev. Wade and wife have come here from Iola, Kas., where he was pastor five years. Argentine. Argentine is still on the map of Kansas, and from the way things are growing, signifies that there is plenty life here yet. Last Sunday was rally day in the A. M. E. church. The church had previously been divided into four class names after four great railroads. All of these roads elected these general managers, and, being unable to form an association to regulate fares, competition was high. The U. P. was managed by Alex. Harris; Santa Fe, by Lot Austley; the M. K. & T., by R. J. Venerable; the New York Central, by Rev. W. T. Biggers. As the New York Central is noted for its fast running and financial backing, it won the prize, by turning over to the church $50.16; M. K. & T. records $45.54; Santa Fe, $34.10; U. P., $20 02; total for the day, $149.78. The interest was intense, and in every way, the rally was a success. Much credit is due all the managers, but Rev. Biggers's members were children, and hence his achievement is all the more laudable. Hutchinson. The Odd Fellows had a fine turnout last Sunday at their thanksgiving event. Harry James is out of town, on business. Carrie Douglass,has returned to her home in Winfield. Rev. C. O. Smith has returned from his trip to Horton. The A. M. E. church will give a rally Sunday. Rev. Green, of Great Bend, will assist. The young folks had a fine time at a party given at the home of John Croones and wife, seven miles North of town. We are having fine weather, with our fresh spring showers, which are much desired. The wife of A. J. Gothard is slowly improving. The entertainment last Thursday given by the Tabernacle Baptist church was a success. The wife of H. B. Owens is visiting relatives in the Eastern part of the state. Rev. Green, of Great Bend, was in the city Sunday. Rev. Richie went to Topeka to attend the colored state convention this week, he being a delegate. Subscribers to this paper will please be ready to remit, as you will be called on for your payment in a few days. Bert. Bell has returned. Annie Salters, of Sterling, is in the city visiting relatives and friends. Holliday A surprise party was given at Foster Holland's home May 4. Those present were Louida Mitchell, Mary, Lou, and Emma Strong, Addie and Bettie McCallop, Henry Strong, Alex. Mitchell, E. H. and D. J. McCallop. A delightful time is reported, and lunch was served at a late hour. Rev. Bonds held meeting here Sunday. Louida Mitchell has returned home. Maggie Blair is home, visiting her parents in Holliday. D. J. McCallop visited E. H. Groves and family Sunday. Louida Mitchell and father made a business trip to Kansas City Saturday. Bert. Burton was seen here Sunday. William Lloyds spent the latter part of the week here. Millie Calvin is employed by Mrs. McCoy, West of town. Ott. Holland was seen here Sunday. Daniel Harris is farming a part of the W. Smith farm. Emporia. Mrs. Terry, 722 Cottonwood street, died Thursday morning and was buried the same evening. Smallpox is said to have been the cause of her death. She was a faithful member of the St. James Baptist church; she has some daughters in Nebraska and leaves a husband and two little ones, as well as a host of friends. She was buried in Maplewood cemetery. Eliza Wilson, living on State street, is on the sick list. Rev. John Price occupied the pulpit at St. James Baptist church Sunday evening. Robert Love is now in Newton, where he has a position in a barbershop. H. Walker and son have purchased some property on S. West street. Rev. Duncan and George McCraive, of Strong City, spent Sunday with us. Ervin G. Greene, of Mound City, spent a day last week with us, while cn route West. S. P. Johnson has removed to 917 Central avenue. William Taylor went to Pittsburg Sunday. The preaching of the Odd Fellows' sermon by Rev. W. H. Pollete Sunday was nice, and a success in every respect. Anna Stafford has returned from Kansas City, where she spent last week visiting. Publication Notice. In the District Court in and for Shawnee county, Kansas. Alberta Mason, plaintiff, Richard Mason, defendant. The defendant, Richard Mason, is hereby notified that he has been sued by the plaintiff in the District Court of Kansas county by answer to the petition filed in the office of the clerk of said court on or before the 60th day of May, 1900, said petition will be taken as true and judgment rendered as prayed for divorcing and plaintiff from the defendant on the ground of abandonment and non-support and restoring said plaintiff to her maiden name. [Attest] Batista Mason, MASON. Clerk District Court. By her attorney, W. I. JAMISON. First publication April 13, 1900. Publication Notice In the District Court in and for Shawnee county, Kansas, Edward Harlan, Plaintiff, No. 30567, Anna Harlan, defendant. The defendant, Anna Harlan, is hereby notified that she has been sued by the above named plaintiff in the District Court of Shawnee county, Kansas, for the breach of the contract of the petition filed in the office of the clerk of the above named court on or before the 8th day of June 1900, said petition will be taken as a judge and judgment recorded accordingly divorcing and plaintiff from defendant ground of action. [Attest: ] A. M. CALLARAM, Edward Harlan Clerk District Court By his attorney, W. L. JAMISON. A. C. L. COAL COMPANY Is Headquarters for the Cheapest Prices, the Best Goods, the Quickest Sales, the Smallest Profits and the Promptest Deliveries. Get their Prices on WHOLESALE AND RETAIL. Office 402 Minnesota Avenue. Telephone 152 West. Yard and Storage 917 and 919 North Third Street. E. F. HENDERSON, Manager, Kansas City, Kansas. $50Q Endowment Insurance $1,000 PROTECTION. INVESTMENT. This form of policy is offered in terms of ten, fifteen and twenty years. PROTECTION.—The Endowment policy carries with it full protection during the entire period. In the event of death during the period, the insurance to the full amount of the policy will be paid to the one designated by the policy holder to receive the benefits. INVESTMENT.—The investment in this form of policy is its attractive and prominent feature. At the end of the term the policy provides for the payment to the insured of the full amount of the policy. The policy-holder can thereby secure, at a small outlay each year, a guaranteed paying investment. The rates under these policies are so adjusted as to yield four per cent. compound interest on the premiums paid in, after allowing for a very low cost of insurance. DIVIDEND PAYING.—These policies are dividend paying. Each year, after policy has been in force five years, a dividend will be declared. The first dividend declared will be emulative—that is, will cover a period of five years. These dividends will increase the value of the investment, or reduce the cost of the insurance. JAS. J. BUTLER, Room 45, Columbian Building, Topeka, Kas. William Austin and sister, of Osage City, spent Sunday with us. David Stafford received a letter from his son, Lloyd A. Stafford, who enlisted with the Ninth cavalry about a year and a half ago. Lloyd is nineteen years old and has had three promotions since joining. He is now head clerk to the regimental adjutant, and is also attached to Troop A, of the Sixth cavalry, and his headquarters are now in Ft. Logan, Denver, Colo. Lloyd's many friends are proud to know of his slowly but surely climbing the tadder. Kansas City, Mo. John Rone, Sr., an old citizen of Kansas City, died Tuesday morning, after a lingering illness. He leaves a wife, three daughters and a son to mourn his death. He was one of the older members of Allen chapel, and was loved by all who knew him. The Kansas City Dramatic club played "Fanchon, the Cricket," at The Lyceum in St. Joseph, Mo. It was a success in every way. Miss Victoria Overall, as an actress, has risen to fame. Her able supporters are what make it such an excellent company. John M. Wright, of Topeka, attended the play at St. Joseph Thursday night of last week. Mrs. Victoria Herndon will leave for Denver the first of June, on a visit. For first-class dressmaking, apply to Miss Mirtle Harris, 1323 Pacific street; she will be pleased to accommodate you. Walter Burnett is now with the Pullman company, successor to Henry Haynes, who thought he would try running on the road awhile. Both are young men who believe in race pride and are willing to help the race succeed. Loring. H. P. Ewing spent Saturday of last week at Bonner Springs. Corn-planting is in full blast now; potatoes are looking fine. H. P. Ewing has a large amount of sweet potatoes for sale at his farm near Loring. A. B. Grear and wife went to White Church Sunday to attend the baptizing; they reported it a success. Look out, boys; John Grear is in town this week. J. G. Groves, of Edwardsville, was in our burg Sunday. Miss Hattie Turner is reported much better this week. Mrs. McMillan, of Holliday, was in Bonner Saturday. H. P. Ewing lost a very fine mule last week. Walter Billis is at home this week, fixing up his poultry yard. Elder Napper preached at Loring Monday night. We are having splendid weather for potatoes. Mrs. Mary Ewing is still improving in health, and is able to visit her many friends. Little boys and girls, don't forget that Children's Day is not very far off. Prepare yourselves with nice pieces and songs; do the best you can, and that will please God, our great Redeemer. Be happy and that will make your friends feel happy. Help yourself all you can and God will do the balance, for God always helps those who help themselves. --- We hope the High school meeting will be a success, as it is very much needed. H. P. Ewing says he thinks a High school is just what he wants to see, and he is willing to donate something to help build it. We want our boys and girls graduated, and a great many of us are not able to send them from home to have them graduate. If we were blessed with a High school at Bonner, several of our young men and girls that have fairly passed out of the common schools would take up their studies and complete their graduation at once. Mr. Ewing will do all that lies in his power to obtain the school. Don't forget the colored merchants of Bonner Springs; they are doing the best they can to comply with the wants of their customers. We have to crawl before we walk, and if we don't try ourselves no one will try for us; so spend a part of your money with the colored merchants of Bonner Springs. KIDNEYS Healthy Kidneys filter impurities from the blood and keep it pure and red. Sick kidneys don't. Beauchamp's Hops and Buçhu Cure lame back, stimulate the kid- neys to the proper performance of their detect, and thus prevent Bight's Disease Beauchamp Mfg Co., Holton, Kas. GENTLEMEN: - Last winter I was down with the rheumatism, caused from my kidneys being out of order. I was treated by doctors and used many different preparations and got no relief. I was asked to try Beauchamp's Hops and Buchu, and alter using two bottles I was cured, and heartily recommended to the public as the best kidney cure on the market. Yours truly, W. H. REASONER. Sold by All Leading Druggists. Ladies and Children without Escort En route to California should join one of the Santa Fe Route personally conducted excursions. The petty cares and annoy- ances of long-distance travel are taken off their minds by spec excursion conductor. No extra charge. Full information cheerfully furnished. T. L. 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