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THE TOPEKA PLAINDEALER. All China has Become a Veritable Shambles--the Horror of the Situation Appeals to Heaven for Vengeance. SIR JOHN HENRY HENRY A. W. HOPKINS OF LEAVENWOTH, CHIEF GRAND SECRETARY. VOLUME II. All China has 8 KNIGHTSTABOR. Historical Sketch of the Order Founded by the Venerable Father Moses Dickson. The Work of the Order And The Influence It Has Exerted in the Development of the Race. This is the time of year when the secret orders begin their annual grand sessions. It has been asserted somewhere that the Negro has more secret societies than all the other races. This is an assertion not borne out by facts. The secret society (fraternal) is constantly growing, and is doing a grand work for all classes and races, not only as it provides a way for the improvident to be nursed through sickness and then buried with more or less splendor, but it is through its endowment and insurance departments developing a tendency among our people to see that a few dollars are left for wife and the babies. The modern fraternal society affords at the same time a most excellent chance for the average man to don a picturesque costume and strut before the public gaze with a semblance of importance. Few realize the great good that these orders are doing for our people. All over this land there are thousands of Negroes who are aided A. W. HOPKINS OF LEAVENWO and assisted directly by these beneficial fraternal orders. They are supplied with food, clothing, and thereby kept from becoming public charges Many are inclined to sneer at the small payments of fifty and a hundred dollars that are divided among the heirs and beneficiaries of deceased members, but if it were possible to aggregate the thousands of dollars paid by Negro fraternal societies all over this country each year, there is no doubt but that it would reach into the millions. All this money coming back into the hands of the race is an evidence of the growing intelligence of our people. The crude features of our fraternal order are rapidly giving way to quiet, effective work of the growing and developing younger element of our people. No order among our people in the west has shown greater vitality and adaptiveness to the peculiar needs of the Negro as has the International Order of the Knights of Tabor or the Order of Twelve. Conceived and organized by Rev. Moses Dickson of St. Louis, Mo., it became very popular from the outset and spread rapidly. It, like all other orders, proposes to benefit the joiner by contributing to relieve him in sickness or distress, bury him when dead and give something to his heirs. It admits men, women and children and has thereby become the strongest, numerically, of any secret society among our people. It is gradually changing in its methods, and is Get Knowledge, G FRIDAY MORNING. Become a Veritable adapting itself to the changed condition of the race. It adheres still to the parading and marching of regalied members "through the principal streets," and the fining of members failing to "turn out" to bury the dead. These are obsolete customs, and should be laid to rest along with the notoriously barbarous cakewalk, and coon song. Rev. Moses Dixon has founded a great order. In its development it began among the lowly and is spreading and increasing because of its good works. It was among the first distinctively Negro orders, and its ornate ritual and sign language appealed to the hearts of our people. The annual session for 1960 for the jurisdiction of Kansas and Nebraska, will convene in the city of Lincoln, Nebr., on the 10th inst., with the Rev. Frank Wilson presiding as Chief Grand Mentor. Rev. Wilson has filled this position for a number of years, and has been remarkably successful in developing the order among our people. He is at present filling a charge at Coffeyville, Kas. Mr. A. W. Hopkins, of Leavenworth, is the Chief Grand Secretary, and is a very capable and efficient officer and very popular among the knights. In the department of Tents and Tabernacles, Mrs. Emma Gaines, of Topeka, has the position of honor. Mrs. Gaines is one of Topeka's best ladies, and has the reputation of bringing great energy to bear on anything she desires to accomplish. TH, CHIEF GRAND SECRETARY. The session at Lincoln will be more successful than any in previous years. THE PLAINDEALER wishes it success. REDUCTION OF SOUTHERN REPRESENTATION. A significant article in a late issue of Leslie Weekly is contributed by Gov. Jno. S. Wise of Virginia, one of the best representatives of the south, on the suffrage question, taking for its text these recent extracts from speeches delivered in the United States Senate by Tillman of South Carolina:— South Carolina has disfranchised all of the colored race that it could under the Thirteenth, Fourteenth and Fifteenth amendments. We have done our level best; we have scratched our heads to find out how we could eliminate the last one of them.—Con Rec. February 26, 1900, p. 2346. We have a governing race, just as you would have in Massachusetts if you had 750,000 Negroes and only 500,000 white men.—Con. Rec. p. 2263. We had 125,000 Negroes of voting age, and 100,000 whites.—Con. Rec. 2348. We stuffed ballot boxes. We shot them. We are not ashamed of it.—Con. Rec. p. 2263. We called a constitutional convention and we eliminated, as I said, all of the colored people whom we could.—Con. Rec. p. 2349. Under our new constitution * * * we have 114 registered voters.—Con. Rec. p. 2261. I say ninety-seven per cent of the white vote is Democratic.—Con. Rec. p. 2262. et Wisdom, Get Comm Great Volume of Business Re- Prince Hall Grand Chapter Order of the Eastern Star convened in Lawrence, Kas. Wednesday, June 26. The following grand officers were present: Mrs. M. E. Langston, Mrs. W. E. Stewart, W. P. Banks, Miss Manie Simms, Mrs. Kittie Lee. The Grand Chapter convened at ten o'clock and proceeded to business as the Royal Grand Matron is noted for doing. The reports of the various committees showed that the organization was in a very healthy condition. The endowment policy has only been in force eight months, and over four-hundred dollars have been collected during that time, which showed a remarkable success in so short a time. D. A. Jones, Grand Master of the A. F. & A. M. of Kansas, presented a fine gavel. It is made of black ebony, with the inscription in silver lettering: "To the Prince Hall Grand Chapter, presented by D. A. Jones." This is the largest session ever held. The members showed their faith in the success of the order by re-electing Mrs. Langston the fourth time Royal Grand Matron. Mrs. E. J. Harris, chairman of the committee on foreign correspondence, made one of the finest reports that could be made, showing that she had looked well to her duty. The following additional grand officers for 1900 were elected: Royal Grand Matron, Mrs. M. E. Langston, of Topeka, Kas; royal grand associate matron, Mrs. Belle Smothers, of Arkansas City; royal grand patron, W. E. Stewart, of North Topeka; royal grand associate patron, J. S. Wilson, of Emporia; grand secretary, Miss Mamie Simms, of Ottawa; grand treasurer, Mrs. J. Moore Fitzhue, of Lawrence, Kas; conductresses, Mrs. Emma Mitchell, of Leavenworth; associate conductress, Miss Sallie McCubbin, of Atchison. The Grand Chapter adjourned to meet subject to the call of the Grand Matron. A list of members who were present and participated in the proceedings: Mesdames A. C. Scott, W. B. Carter, E. J. Harris, F. Hill, Miss Emma Mitchell, Rev. W. P. Banks, of Leavenworth; Rev. O. Davis, E. S. Butler, Mrs. Lulu Cunningham, of Kansas City, Kas; Laura Maynard, Kansas City, Mo.; Kittie Lee, Mrs. M. Dilbert, M. Jackson, M. Drake, M. Johnson, Alice M. Brown, Winstrode Smith, of Kansas City, Kas.; J. S. Wilson, Mrs. M. L. Wilson and Miss T. A. Weeks, of Emporia; Mesdames Patsy Gray, Louisa Moore, Rosanna Clark, Jane White, Celia Logan, Maggie Smith, Hattie Wallace, S. W. Nolan, J. Moore Fitzbue and Mr. J. B. Moore, of Lawrence; Mesdames Emma Robbs, Jane Middleton, H. H. Lucas, Martha Jones, Sadie Owens, M. E. Langston, Rev. H. H. Lucas S. G. Watkins, Dr. W. E. Jackson, of Topeka; Mrs. Olivia V. Porter, Owego, Kas; Miss Florence R. Weaver, Baxter Springs; Lida Perry, Great Bend, Kas; Mesdames Lucy Garrett, Alex. Strode, S. P. Anderson, Miss Mamie Simms, of Ottawa; Mrs. T. W. McCubbin, Atchison, Kas.; Mrs. V. E. Guy, Royal Grand Matron, state of Missouri; Mrs. P. G. Taylor, Frankfort, Kas; Mrs. M. E. Banks, Wichita; Mrs. Bettie Payne, Hiawata; Mrs. J. W. Smith, Kansas City, Kas. NINTH ANNUAL GRAND SESSION. The Ninth Annual Grand Session of the Grand Temple and Tabernacle for the Kansas-Nebraska Jurisdiction will convene in the SENATE CHAMBER in the city of Lincoln, State of Nebraska, Tuesday, July 10th. A. D., 1900 at ten oclock, a. m., and will continue in session the 10th., 11th, 12th and 13th. The Board of Grand Curators is requested to meet Monday, July 9th. Temples are requested to send their C. M. and V. M. and pay their traveling expenses TOPEKA, KANSAS, JULY 6, 1900. and board. Tents are to send their P. M. and V. Q. M. and pay their traveling expenses and board. All Tempies, Tabernacles, Palatiums and Tents must be represented, as the law is positive on this point. Send or bring all receipts that you have recieved from the endowment sec'y, since the last Grand Session to this Grand Session, as per Constitution, page 185, article 23, and put them in the hands of the Committee. As our work is done by Committees, we want all delegates represented on some one of the Committees at the hour of opening. The Annual Sermon will be preached, Wednesday night, July 11th. All members must be present in full dress regalia. Frank Wilson, C. G. M., Coffeyville, Kansas. Attest: A. W. Hcpkins, C. G. S., 404 Dekate St. Sound as a Dollar. Booker T. Washington, the new Fred Douglas of his race, urges upon his people, among other things, to raise chickens and quit stealing them. More hogs and cows, fewer dogs and cats. A home before a piano. Good, plain clothes before finery. Plenty of good, wholesome victuals before so many "fancy fixings." More solid food and less frolicking; more reading and less gadding; more savings banks and less mortgages; more learning and less laziness; more vegetables and fruits and less weeds and underbrush; more flowers on the market stalls and fewer in their bonnets. He says: "Some of the hens are doing better than some of the men." One thing is sure everywhere among all people, that "some wives are doing better than some husbands." A. From Kansas City Journal Kansas City, June 29—The Rev. Sam Jones of Atlanta, Ga., is at the Coates house today. This is what he said on the political situation: 'When Mark Hanna opens his bar'l and hollers, 'McKinley' and 'Prosperity' the Democrats will be no more in it than a pig pen in a Kansas cyclone.' "If they would drop some of their crazy ideas like free silver and government ownership, the Democrats might stand a show. I've noticed that the men who are most anxious for government ownership are the men who have nothing. They would like to go in on shares with the government." "The difference between Mark Hanna and Senator Jones is the difference between a race horse and a cow. Mark Hanna, you will see, will run 'round and round' Jones in the race." "You must be a Republican," some one suggested. Sam Jones replied: "I haven't any politics. I am not. ascal enough to be a Republican or Democrat, or fool enough to be a Populist." The unveiling of the Masonic window of Allen Chapel last Sunday was an occasion long to be remembered. The ceremonies conducted by Prof. Wm. H. Jones of St. Joseph, Mo., assisted by Prof. Hereford of Chillicothe, Mo., were impressive and grand. St. Joseph sent up eight car loads of people, among whom were seven-five Masons. Independence and Kansas City, Kansas were well represented. Rev. F. Jesse Peck was lauded and commended for having reared on the site of old Allen Chapel, one of the most magnificent churches in the west. YOUR CHANCE. Rich Territory to be Opened South of Oklahoma. A Winfield, "Kan.,July 3—The first complete copy of the lengthy bill opening the Kiowa, Apache and Comache lands, as passed by Congress, has just been received and it reveals a remarkably rich gift for settlers. The "rush" into the new settlement will probably exceed anything ever known in Oklahoma, as the lands, lying on the southern border of the territory, are very rich and contain a large amount of fine farming land that will make as choice farms as can be found in the west. One can stand at any station along the Rock Island from Chikasaw south and see on the one hand the corn and cotton of an adjoining civilization, and on the other the expansive grazing lands of the Indians without a furrow plowed. About 2,000,000 acres of land will be opened to settlement under the provisions of the bill. The Wichita mountains are included within the limits of the reservations. Gold, silver and copper have been found in these hills and experienced miners think great riches are there-Timber and creek bottoms are scattered through the rich land and the whole makes a veritable garden. The agreement with the Kiowa, Comache and Apache tribes of Indains for a relinquishment of a portion of their lands to the United States and the bill ratifying the same contains the following provisions. INDIANS TO BE FARMERS. 1. Each member of the Apache, Kiowa and Comache tribes over the age of 18 years shall have the right to select for himself or herself 160 acres of land, to be held and owned in severalty, to conform to legal surveys. A like amount of land is to be selected for children under the age of 18 years. 2. That in addition to the altotment of lands to said Indians the Secretary of the Interior shall set aside for the use in common for said Indians 480,000 acres of grazing lands, to be selected by the Secretary of the Interior in one or more tracts. 3. That all allotments shall be made under the direction of the Secretary of the Interior, by an Indain agent or inspector. Said allotments shall be made within ninety days from the passage of this act; provided, that the time for making the allotments shall in no event be extended beyond six months from the passage of this act. 4. That sections 16 and 36 and 13 and 33, in each township, shall not be subject to entry, but shall be reserved, sections 16 and 36 for the use of the common schools and sections 13 and 33 for university, agriculturalcolleges, normal schools and public buildings for the future state of Oklahoma, and in case either of said sections or parts thereof is lost by reason of allotment the government is authorized to locate other lands not occupied in quality equal to the loss. 5. That the settlers who locate on that part of said land known as the neutral strip shall have preference right for thirty days on the lands upon which they have located and improved. MINERAL LAWS TO GOVERN. 6. That should any of the said lands allotted to said Indians or opened to settlement under this act contain valuable mineral deposits such mineral deposits shall be open to location and entry under the existing mining laws of the United States upon the passages of this act, and the mining laws of the United States are hereby extended over said lands. 7. Any religious society or other organization now occupying any portion of said reservation for religious or educational purpose among the Indians may be allotted 160 acres THE LIFE OF JOHN H. HARRIS REV. FRANK T. WIISON, CHIEF GRAND MENTOR. peals to Heaven of land to one society or organization so long as the same shall not be subject to homestead entry. 8. That the lands acquired by the agreement shall be opened to settlement by the proclamation of the President within six months after allotments are made and be disposed under the general provisions of the homestead and town-site laws of the United States. In addition to the land office fees $1.25 per acre must be paid at the time of submitting final proof. Homesteads may be commuted by the payment of cash after fourteen months' residence and improvement. The rights of honorably discharged soldiers and sailors are protect as under existing laws. 9. That any person who, having attempted to but for any cause failed, to secure a title in fee to a homestead under existing laws, or who made entry under what is known as the commutation provisions of the homestead laws, shall be qualified to make homestead entry upon said lands. The land is located in what is termed a "leased district" and the Choctaw and Chickasaw natives claim that by the treaty of 1866 they only ceded the land to the other tribes in trust and that as soon as the Comanches, Kiowas and Apaches get through with it so much as they do not take by allotment reverts to them. The United States holds that the Choctaws and Chicasaws by their treaty received valu- REV. FRANK T. WILSON able consideration for the land and gave up all their hopes therein. The agreement was made October 6, 1882 and embraces 2,968,893 acres of land. After alloting 160 acres to each Indian it cedes to the United States 2,617,853 acres, which will be opened for settlement. There are only 2,679 Iudians. They have 600 dwellings which may be retained. In a year all will be living in dwelling houses. The present indications are that the lands will be ready for the grand "rush" about May 1 of next year. NEARLY ALL TILLABLE. The testimony of the editor of the Comanche News is very positive as to the value of the new lands. He says that alter the Indians have taken their choice of the land and left 2,500,000 acres there are other things to consider. He adds; "Subtracting this and the military reservation from the total acreage in the reservation, we have a little more than 2,500,000 acres for disposal by the government. Within this are the Wichita mountains, containing, the secretary says, about 400,000 acres, and the Kechi hills, containing 26,000 acres. This, taken from the 2,500,000 acres, still leaves over 2,000,000 acres at least 90 per cent of which is fine agricultural land, as will be tested by the thousands of honest men in this country who are thoroughly acquainted with every section of land within the reservation. se 2,000,000 acres NUMBER 27. for Vengeance. BUSINESS GAIN. The A. C. L. Coal Co. of Kansas City, Kans., A Notable Example of Negro Enterprise and Energy: Marked Success the Resultant of Attention Abont ten years ago, some progressive men of Kansas City, Kansas, decided to launch a bark upon the commercial sea, the fate of which they knew not; yet hope was strong within them that the voyage would be successful and profitable. Commerce was to them a thing almost unknown, but the spirit of exploration was within them and commerce presented a large and alluring field. Meeting one night, they started on the voyage, the business known as the A. C. L. Coal and Feed Co. At first, it seemed that every wave and gale would capsize the little craft, its timber seemed so weak, but she steadily withstood the attacks of wind and wave, battled heroically againsts the violent winds of competition and the angry sea of prejudice. Inch by inch, it forged its way toward the port success to the end that it might be called a factor in the business world and a living example of Negro thrift and energy. This point it has gained. , CHIEF GRAND MENTOR. The A. C. L. Coal Co., is a recognized factor in business circles of this city and is known as one of the most reliable firms. It has done more toward solving the race problem since its existence, than hundreds of flowery oratorical effusions could have accomplished. For nine years, it has been striking at the root of the evil which separates the races and now, in this community, we can see the breach gradually lessening. The stockholders of this institution should feel proud that they have been able to establish a business of such stability and capacity; the citizens should attest their appreciation of this enterprise by their liberal patronage. Beginning with a meagre capital, its growth and development has been remarkable. From an office in one corner of a barber shop, it has extended until now it requires two large rooms and many large sheds to house its merchandise. This firm now owns five large draught teams by which they are enabled to make prompt deliveries of their goods. By buying their coal, wood, hay and other merchandise in car lots they are enabled to successfully meet their competitors prices. A visit to their buildings immediately that this is truly a business house. By strictly adhering to business principles and the energetic application of brain and muscle they have erected a monument to their memory. The Directors of the com (Continued on Page Two.) Down in Oklahoma. THERE was a notorious lack of harmony at the Kansas City convention. - WHEN will Topeka Negro business men manifest the same push and energy that characterizes the men of Kansas City? THE passing of a few Negroes into the Silver Republican and Demo-Pop parties, who have grown fat at the Republican piecounter, need not be construed as a race revolt against the G. O. P. A woman in Idaho got a divorce from her husband because he would not take her to the Paris exposition. He testified in court that he was afraid of water and that he was afraid to get into a bathtub even, he got so seasick. "BILLEE" J. BRYAN seemed big enough to overawe the National Democratic delegates of the Croker stripe; it remains to be seen whether he can stem the tide of sensible Democrats who refuse to slide down his sixteen-to-one plank. DAVID BENNETT HILL, the only consistent "I am a Democrat," was turned down by Richard Croker, the leader of that element of anti-Republican politicians whose platform is "auything-to-beat-the-Republican-party. But will Hill stay down? GOVERNOR ROOSEVELT's reception throughout Kansas and Oklahoma was enthusiastic and brought out great crowds of people. This magnificent reception but presages the tremendous majority that will be rolled up by Kansas, Oklahoma and Colorado next November for the entire Republican ticket. In his Oklahoma City speech, he, among other things, said: "I am glad to see here today representatives of the Ninth and Tenth cavalries, beside whom we marched to victory on that blood-stained battle-field two years ago last Sunday. I fought with a regiment of men who knew no distinction of race or origin or occupation." It is argued by some, that the Negro should divide among the various parties, thereby destroying the color line in politics. If there is anything in this argument, the race would be sure to see the fruits of it in the action of the Democratic convention. The National Negro Democratic league was called to meet at Kansas City as a side show to the great Silvero-Democratico-Lyncho-Negro combine, for the purpose of showto the great Tammany "boss" and the Bryanites that the Negro had left the G. O. P., and cast his lot with the party whose po- litical structure was built on Jefferson's aphorism, "the equality of man." There is such a wide difference between the history of the Democratic party and the claims and teachings of their patron saint that we are inclined to question the truth of their claims. If Jefferson was alive today he would be the strongest advocate of McKinley and humanity. Manhattan. has become master of himself, and a master of self will become a leader among men, and prosperity will crown his every enterprise. Young men, life's success comes from hard work and early self-denial, and hard-earned success is all the sweeter at the time when old years climb up on your shoulder and you need propping up. C. T. Williams. Kansas City, Mo. One of the most elaborate reception and dance parties was given Friday evening, June 12th at the Vendome Academy by the O. N. O. Whist Club Elaborate were the decorations. Amid palms, roses and ferns, the guests who numbered two hundred, were elegantly attired in evening dress. The gents were all in conventional black. The guest were banquetted on the floorabove, where the decorations were superb. The menu was served in six courses, amid appropriate toasts and speeches. Mr. J. Finley Wilson, president of the O. N. O. Club, is up-to-date and much is credited to his effort. Misses Josie Minor and Madeline Harris are congenial hostesses and know how to entertain and make it pleasant for visitors. The Oxford Club, gave a dance reception in honor of Miss Hoyt of St. Louis and Miss Jordan, who has just returned from her school work at Jefferson City. The elite of K.C. were out in evening attire. Delicate refreshments were served. Music was furnished by Prof. Willie Young at the Vendome Dancing Academy. Mrs. Agnes Moore of St. Joseph, Mo., is the guest of Mrs. Wm. Garrett and Miss Overall. Miss Ida Washington gave an afternoon reception in honor of Miss Hoyt of St. Louis and Mrs. Agnes Moore of St. Joseph. The decorations were, Sweet Peas, Carnations and Smilax. Miss Washington is one of K. C. Society ladies and well knows how to entertain. The menu was elaborately served. Music and Dancing were the pleasures. Those present were Madams Garrett, Dean, Day, Clay, Shaffer, Misses Minor, Morrison, and Railey. The Souvenir was a bunch of sweet peas. Mr', Henry Booker entertained a few friends at Whist Monday evening in honor of Miss Hoyt of St. Louis. The honored guests were Prof. & Mrs. J. Silas Harris, Mr. & Mrs. Wallace Dean, Mrs. & Mrs. Sandy Edwards, Mr. & Mrs. Herndon, Mr. & Mrs. Garrett and Mrs. Moore of St. Joseph, Mo. Newton. Mr. R. B. Eaton of St. Louis spent Sunday in the city the guest of Charles Miller. J. S. Faulkner preached at the C. M. E. Church Sunday morning and evening. There was no preaching at the 2nd Baptist Church Sunday as the pastor's time has expired and they haven't as yet made a call. - Kansas City, Kas. Dr. R. R. Barnes of Texas was the guest of Judge Bradley last week. Miss Wilkerson of St. Louis was the guest of Dr. and Mrs. H. Thompson last week. Mrs. Ward and Lucy Crosby of Atchison are visiting Mrs. H. James. Mrs. U. Scales entertained the Whist club in a charming manner last week. Judge and Mrs. I. E. Bradley entertained at dinner in honor of Dr. Ransom Barnes of Texas. Beside being a friend of Mr. Bradley, he was a member of the class of 85 Lincoln Institute. The affair was almost a class reunion as the majority of the class and part of the faculty was present. Reminiscent talks were made and a pleasant evening was spent. Emporia. Rev. E. Stoner of Topeka occupied the pulpit at the St. James Baptist church Sunday evening. H. C. Banks and family moved to Independence, Mo. last week. Celestine Johnson of Ft. Smith Arkansas is attending the Normal here. Wm. Ray of Dunlap spent a few days with us this week. James Stafford of Kansas City spent a few days with his family this week. J. L. Frame and U. S. Richman of Newton spent Sunday Ida Bains and Lester Taylor were married Monday evening by Judge W. Anderson. Lula McVey will leave for Colorado soon. Mrs. Love is reported on the sick list this week. Rev. W. H. Pollete pastor of St. James Baptist church has returned after a few weeks visit with his family in Arkansas. E. Davis and wife have gone to Kansas City to live with their son Joplin Mo- The metropolis of Southwest Mo., a little city of mines, a business, widewake, thriving town. The inhabitants of the Negro race number about 800; They are business, energetic working people. Some owning and running a mine, from which they are now reaping the reward in a rich harvest of Lead and Zinc Ore. Severel large tonsorial parlors are run by members of our race; while still others are in business that affords them a comfortable income. The chief amusement of the Joplinites is Base-ball and the Races. Last week the Kansas City team played Joblin with the Joplin boys as winners. This week the contest is between Galena and Joplin. The elites of the city gave a picnic at Midway park on Wednesday last. Quite a large attendanc, and the visitors passed a very pleasant afternoon, in games and dancing. Geneve Cornaham left for Oregon last week to join her mother. Miss Cornaham is one of Joplin's young misses and her presence will be greatly missed. The Klondyke Mines owned by Smith. Knaves and Co. are now in good paying order, and the prospect looks bright for much ore. This mine is situated about seven miles from Joplin in the Bellville district. It was with extreme sadness that the friends of Louis Dorsey learned of his recent illness; and all join in the hope that he will soon recover. The Basket meeting at the 2nd. Baptist Church last Sunday proved a success financially. A large attendance was over from the twin city Galena. Mr. Wilson formerly of Topeka is doing fine business here in the way of the "high class Cafe". His ice cream is not surpassed in the city. Call on him when you are weary and warm and "way down on first and Main." Mrs. Murray of St. Paul Kans. who has been in Joplin for the past few months, will return to her home in a few days. The Home Mission will give a concert in the near future, consisting of drills, tableaux and living pictures, it will be under the management of Mrs. Laura Kelso and C. Langston-Hughes. Watch for the date. The friends of Rev. Curtis wish to extend to him and family their sincere sympathy in their late bereavement, the loss of the dear little one, the family flower. SICK LIST—Madame Carrie F. Bufkins spent a few days very pleasantly in the city with friends. Pearl Merritt, daughter of Mrs. Laura Kelso, was married to James Scott of Kansas City Mo. Miss Merritt is well known in society circles of Joplin. Mr. Scott is a porter on the K. C. Ft. and Gulf road, and runs between Joplin and Kansas City. The young people will reside in Kansas City Kans. Many wishes for their future happiness. James Hughes took the examination for admittance to the Mo. bar. He passed and will be admitted in a few days. ALL Subscriptions for the PLAINDEALER, please leave at the Wilson Restaurant on Maine near 1st. street. The Ladies Court will give an entertainment at the Mason's Hall, for the benefit of the Court the 11th. of this month. Continued from Page Two. pany are J. J Lewis, S. H. Thompson, J. J. Thomas, U. F. Scales, G. W. Turner, Ed. Jones and I. F. Bradley. Their meetings are harmonious and pleasant devoting them exclusively to discussing plans through which the business receives strength and development. At their recent annual meeting the following officers were elected: J. J. Thomas, Prest; U. F. Scales, Sec'y; G. W. Turner, Treas; and E. F. Henderson, Gen'l Manager. They carry a full line of all goods mentioned in their "add" in this paper and guarantee quality and quantity. Those so situated should not fail to give to them their hearty support as the time is fast appoaching when the strength and influence of a race will be measured by its capacity for business. Ottawa. Maud Staley of Emporia who has been visiting friends here for two weeks has returned home. On account of the frequent rains lately a number of the farmers have been compelled to delay harvesting. Emma Richardson, who has been visiting in Montana for the last six months, has returned home. Rev. Skinner, of Lawrence, preached at the Third Baptist church last Wednesday evening. The people of Ottawa will celebrate the First of August by a picnic. Excursions are expected from different places. The little son of Wm. Hanley was drowned Tuesday morning. Mrs. Anna Fry died at the home of her mother on last Saturday morning. The funeral services were held at the house Sunday. Mother Lewis continues to remain quite ill. Fortune Weaver returned, to Kansas City Monday. Mrs. H. Swangan has gone to St. Joseph where she will visit. Benj. Wash, one of Ottawa's striving young men has returned from Kansas City. Thomas Richards of Argentine spent a few days in the town last week. Mrs. O. White went to Kansas City Sunday. Mrs. Lucy Duncan continues to be quite ill. Mr. A. Armstrong has resumed his old trade and has opened a first-class restaurant on the north side. We are glad to welcome him and hope he will have success. Mr. Wm. McBrier is numbered with the sick list. Everybody celebrated July 4th. ```markdown ``` 406 Kansas Avenue. 'Phone 52 OFFICE HOURS: Telephone, 451 7 to 10 a. m., 12 m. to 4 p. m. 7 to 10 p. m. J. M. JAMISON, M. D., PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON, Special attention to diseases of Women and private diseases. Office, 507 4th. - Res. 325 Madison Ladies and Children without Escort En route to California should join one of the Santa Fe Route personally conducted excursions. The petty cares and annoyances of long-distance travel are taken off their minds by spec excursion conductor No extra charge. Full information cheerfully furnished. T. L. KING, Ticket Agent, The Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe Ry. TOPKA. M. M. S. POULTRY FENCING. Fri, July 21, 1886. [Trade Mark.] Fri, July 4, 1886. Saves 50 per cent. of the cost of the completed fence. Write for catalogue of our Poultry, Garden, Lawn, Farm and Hog Fences, Gates, etc. Union Fence Co., De Kalb, Ills. Western Negro Press Association. Pursuant to the regular appointment under the provisions of the constitution, the Western Negro Press association of the United States is hereby called to convene at Salt Lake City, Utah, in its fifth annual session Monday and Tuesday, August 7 and 8, 1900. All bona fide editors, managers reporters and press correspondents of race publications west of the Mississippi River are eligible to membership in the association, and are urged to be present. We cordially extend an invitation to members of the fraternity throughout the country thoughtful members of the race, and the press must undoubtedly take the lead. The official program will be up to its usual high standard. We would again urge upon every paper and its entire staff to make their meeting a personal matter in order to secure a large and enthusiastic gathering. The transportation committee, J. Fleming, of Colorado Springs, Colo., F. L. Barnett, of Omaha, Nebr., and W. W. Taylor, of Salt Lake, Utah, will appraise all western railroads of the convention, and will request them to extend courtesies to publishers and members of the craft. Witness my hand and seal tais 12th day of Juye, 1900. W. W. TAYLOR, President, Salt Lake City, Utah. Capt. S. W. JONES, Sec'y, Wichita, Kas. FOR RENT—Unturnished rooms at 112, 114 East Seventh street. Call at THE PLAINDEALER office. CAPTURED RED-HANDED. He could not deny it; he had stolen a Plaindealer to get posted. A. M. THOMAS, ATTORNEY-AT-LAW, 'Phone, 299. 413 Kansas Avenue Rooms 4 and 5. Topeka, Kan. OFFICE HOURS 7 10 9 A. M. 12 70 2 P. M. I. A. SHIELDS, M. D. Office, 1331 Van Buren Special Attention to Ladies OFFICE HOURS: 9 to 11 A. M. 3 to 5 P. M. 7 to 9 P. M. WM. E. JACKSON, M. D. PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON. Office, 117 West Fifth St. FRANK HERALD, ATTORNEY-AT-LAW. Room 313, Long Building, 515 Main Street, KANSAS CITY, MO. We Serve Best Meals in City For 10c and 15c. Police Waiters, Quick Service. Gordon's Palace Hotel, 654 GRAND AVE. Newly furnished rooms, with or without board-Hot and Cold Baths, Cigars and Tobacco. J. W. GORDON, Prop., Kansas City, Mo. HOWARD UNIVERSITY. WASHINGTON, D. C. MEDICAL DEPARTMENT. INCLUDING Medical, Dental and Pharmaceutical Colleges Thirty-second session (1900-1901) will begin October 1, 1900, and continue seven (7) months. Tuition fee in Medical and Dental Colleges, each $80. Pharmaceutical College, $79. All students must register before Oct. 12, 1900. For catalogue or further information, address F. J. SHADD, M. D. Secretary. 901 E. Street, N. W., City of Washington. Profitable The West Is to join one of the personally conducted California excursions of the Santa Fé Route. Congenial companions are assured. Special conductors relieve you of all care and contribute materially to your enjoyment. No extra charge. Inquire of T. L. KING. Topeka Agent. The Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe Ry. OFFICE OF ASST. GEN'L PASS. AND TKT. AGT. C. R. I. & P. R'Y. Cheap Excursion Rates to ...Colorado... On July 7, 8, 9, 10 and 18, and August 3, tickets from points west of Missouri River, and east of Colby, Kan., to Denver, Colorado Springs, Mantou Pueblo, Salt I take City and Ogden, Utah, and return, will be sold by the Great Rock Island Route —At rate of— One Regular fare plus $2.00 Round Trip Return Limit Oct. 31, 1900. BEST LINE TO DENVER ONLY DIRECT' LINE TO COLORADO SPRINGS AND MANITOU. Take advantage of these cheap rates and spend the vacation in Colorado. Sleeping car reservations may be made now for any of the excursions. Write for full information and the beautiful book "COLORADO THE MAGNIFICNT"—sent free. JNO. SEBASTIAN, G. P. & T. A., Chicago, Ill. E. W. THOMPSON, A.G. P. & T. A., Nebraska, Ks. Beauchamp's Wizard Linement Cures all aches and pains such as rheumatic neuralgia, sprains, bruises, lame back, crick in the back, backache, lumbago, contracted muscles, stiff joints, corn huskers sprained wrists, and all inflamations known to human flesh. DEAR SIR: I have used Beauchamp's Wizard Lancement for some time and I like pleasure in recommending it to the public, for I believe to recommend its of kind on the market: for sprape, brushes and for its gift it given amnate relief upon first application. B. F. HARCH. 25 CENTS PER BOTTLE. Sold by All Loading Druggists. MISS NELLIE HICKS Has opened a Musical Institute at her residence, and has secured Three of the Finest Make of Pianos in the city with which to give instruction. Special attention given children; terms reasonable. Parents would do well to send their children to Miss Hicks, at No. 422 EAST FOURTH STREET OFFICE HOURS: 8 to 10 A.M. 3 to 5 P.M. C. SUMNER SUNDAY. PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON Calls Promptly Answered. Telephone 558. WESTERN UNIVERSITY QUINDARO, KANSAS. DEPARTMENTS, Theological, Normal, Preparatory, State Industrial and Musical. ADVANTAGES. Instructors from Leading Colleges, Good Water, Excellent Drainage, Healthful Climate. School term of nine months, begins Sept. 10, 1900. EXPENSES: Per month, Board # 50, Tuition and Room Rent $2.00 Industrial Training FREE of charge. For further particulars and Catalogue, Address. WM. TECUMSEH VERNON, A.M QUINDARO, KANSAS. Good Chance for a Rustler. SEVEN ACRE 4 room cottage, nice cellar, cemented. All in good condition; barn, hen houses and all kinds of outbuildings; fine well and cistern, shade trees, pear, peach and other fruit trees; 400 grape vines, two tons grapes gathered last year; only 2½ miles south of the city. Price, $1,300. Additional security of $400, and a mortgage on the farm, and work it out. Possession given November 1. See R. O. HILLIARD, and secure this fortune at once. Office, 413 Kansas avenue. For Sale Real Estate. FIVE ROOM HOUSE. 4 lots on Washburn avenue, $400 Five-room house, 1½ lots Topeka avenue, $950; three-room brick cottage, cellar, two lots, $550. Terms easy. FOUR ROOM COTTAGE, Good shape, on 1 acre, 1½ miles from the city, $600. PROPERTIES ON LINCOLN St. All in good condition, 1 to 1½ lots, 3 to 5 room houses, fine location, $300 to $550. Two lots on Chandler street, $400. New 4 room cottage, 4 lots east front, Martin and Dennis' addition, $550. 16 lots on Central avenue, cheap. 12 lots on Quincy street, $100 each; 10 lots on Monroe street, $100 each. LOWMAN HILL LOTS, $50; N. Branner street, 1 lot, neat 3 room cottage, barn and cistern, $450; 3 room cottage, 1 lot, Van Buren street, $500; 4 room cottage, 1 lot, Van Buren St., $500. BOTTOM LAND in 5 and 10 acre tracts near the city. Desirable property in all parts of the city. Call and get prices. Subscribe for the PLAINDEALER. errr es ‘ ‘ Se OP Sia FE oats em se RG eee RE RE EN IE IIE ES ERI 8 ES ARES I Pe a eee oa SERRE FE OE ‘ =. . : ae : - : 4 OS . Puogoe toreravars Yom pose avi] Prof. and Mrs, N. Sawyer are the Weir City,” Ls . ‘ ~ 7 Se ee” in san’ be Dorean. | U2PPY Parents of a fine girl. Natis| Miss Etta Schrader, of Ottawa,| (Seu o> . ° A Mas Anna Repoad,C. B full of smiles. Dy. Taylor was thel;. the guest of Mrs. J. S. King,| ag ba a ; p . me - attending physician, © aa j Tee Xs . oh; ais Maounomis Tavamache Mo. 6. U-E. ane = fow en ee: P S Pats : 5 © RE 7g x fed Balle N. Eassas Avewoe. Moots: Mr. and Mrs. R. Moore of Em- ev, Franklin, of Arkansas, Ca e . . 37 x r th. Mra. Ida Mt. Jordaa, 5 9:8 S'S eee ss r B Grerases Sarah Walker, OR. poria spent the Fourth of July visitlectured at’ St. John Baptist|_7haeew “Zier Ram King: of Hair Dressings. xo y NLA — ee ii be Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Johnson at|church Monday night; subject, |‘ YG , wy a7 i . sempameat LONE | a on) a roth. and Spruce street. ; “Sunday Literature of the Nat.| BEFORE AFTER, nd one, = AFTER : ond an Jay evening month at 8 + 5 gs ae 5 ican dcrcuen.! ciet| Theodore and Cephas Campton Baptist Publish Board WHAT IS OZONO? a * tassare always welcome. W.E.JactsonChicl |left Tuesday evening for Kingfisher,] John Dupree had the misfor- a cs . : ‘Aux Lawson, Recording Sec, Okla. whece they oil] enend thele. c.f. .ct. 4. ty... ut]. . .& preparation prepared solely and distinctly to improve the condition pf the hair of the negro race. Not a worthless, offensive, obnovious. greasy ma-s of sales ; i PERSONAL NOTES. des ade + * Mrs, M. E. Langston left Thursday for Denver, Colo. « Mrs, Kate Terry of St. Joseph Mo. is visiting friends in Topeka. Mary Jamison our popular school teacher is visiting in Eskridge. Miss Bertha Tipton of Emporia is the guest of Arnicholas Chiles. Miss Carrie Wilkinson of St. Louis is visiting Miss Gertie Moody. Mrs. Francis J. Peck of Baltimore is the guest of Mrs. A Williams. Miss Laura Anderson of Leaven- worth is visiting Miss Willa Smith, Messrs Gaither Page and Benj. Gaines spent Sunday in Lawrence, Are you going away for the sum- mer? Then notify THE PLaINDEAL- ER Messrs Thos. McAdoo, and Gea. Branford spent 4th of July in Kansas City. Mr. and Mrs. Walter Ware's little daughter, Edna, is sick with Typhoid fever. Mrs. Geo. Thomas of Kansas City is visiting her mother-in-law, Mrs. ‘Thomas, Miss Ida Wright left last Thursday for. Chicago where she will spend the summer. Misses Bee and Lemon left Sunday: for Chicago to continue their Kinder- garten studies. | Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Lee and little daughter of Wamego spent the 4th. in our city. | Mrs. Belle Bennett entertained the Ladies Sewing Circle of St. John’s A.M. E, Church. Edward Harlan and Miss Dilsey Roberts of Independence Mo. were married last week. Mrs. Phoebe Jones and son, of Keokuk, Ia., are in the city visiting Rev G. W. Guy and family. Tue PLainpEater is the great racé paper of Kansas. Only $1 per year. Are you a subscriber ? Will Thompson who has been vis~ iting his sister, Lena Thompson, returned to Illnois last week. The Ladies Guild lof St. Simon Church was entertained by Mrs. J. H. Guy last Monday evening. John Barker is in town visiting his wife and family this week. Heis lo- cated at Iemon Junction, Colo. Arnicholas Chiles accompanied her guest, Miss Bertha Tipton, to her home in Emporia, Thursday. Angelica Grandpre has left for Chicago for an extended visit to her sisters Mrs. Winbush and Mrs. Smith, Rev. T. R. Bayless, of Atchison, passed through the city en routehome from the district meeting at Lawrence. Ollie Richardson, Gilbert Jordan and Nelse Clark were among the sight seers at Osage City Wednesday. ‘The 23 Regimental Band gave a concert at Osage City on the 4th. that was listened too by 8,000 peo- ple. Miss Allie Lawson left Sunday fer Hastings, Neb., where she and John Spotts were married Monday morn- ing. Mrs. Daniel Walker of Council Grove was in the city last week, vis- iting her husband who is a janitor at the State House. Special rates have been secured for the session of the Masonic Grand bodies in Topeka begioning August the 13th. James H. Guy will represent the young Republicans at St: Paul dur- ing the meeting of the National Re- publican League. - Two express wagons met at Mrs Buckner’s July 4, and conveyed a large party of young people to the country for an outing. Prof. and Mrs. N. Sawyer are the happy parents ofa fine girl. Nat is full of smiles. Ds. Taylor was the attending physician, © Mr. and Mri. R. Moore of Em- poria spent the Fourth of July visit- ing Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Johnson at roth. and Spruce street. Theodore and Cephas Campbell left Tuesday evening for Kingfisher, Okla, where they vill spend the summer‘with relatives. Mrs. Mamie Freeman-Johns will leave Sunday for Chicago, where she will visit a fewdays. She will then leave for Paris, France. Dr. Charles Sumner Sunday and Miss Ollie Boyle of Wichita were ‘quietly married last week, May peace and prosperity be their lot. Mrs. Rhodes entértained at a chil- dren’s party July 4, complimentary to Miss Eliza Hunter, of Pomona, Kas., who is visiting relatives in the city. Cyrene Commandery No. 3 K. T. and Lincoln Chapter No. 2 R. A. M. celebrated the installation of their officers on Thursday night with a big banquet. W. T. MeKnightis laying stone on the new addition to the Post Office. Now don't say colored men can’t get work on public buildings. All you need is to have a trade. Mrs, J. F. Wilson left Wednesday for her home in Joplin, Mo., afte: spending two weeks pleasantly with her mother-in-law, Mrs. H. Wilson Miss Dora Wilson accompanied he: back for a short visit. * Master Ray Wilson returned home afew days ago, after having spent three weeks with his brothers Joseph and Frank at Joplin, Mo. He reports having had a good time. | The local Quartette composed of Messrs. Hawkins, North, Knott and ‘Thos. Reed, furnished the music for the 4th. of July celebration at Admire Kans. on last Wednesday. ‘Thos. Bell, who has been the pas- torofthe 3rd, Baptist Church for six months, has resigned. The Church has been prosperous both spiritually and financially. $103 was raised during the six months. Mrs. Belle Armstrong-Thompson, of Kansas City, Kas., was entertain- ed at a porch party Monday evening by Mr. and Mrs. Robt, Buckner. The lawn was canvassed fur dancing, and lighted with Japanese lanterns. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Oden enter- tained friends at their home six miles east of the city to an elaborate coun- try dinner last weck. A delightful time was spent by all. Those pre- sent were Misses Lucy Pullin, Pearl and Lena McNeal, Willa James and Cora Bennett; Messrs Robt. Turner, Calvan Allen and Robt, McNeal; Mr. and Mrs, P. Oden and Mrs. James. Mrs. J. H. Childers is making a new banner for Cyrene Command- ery of Knights Templars, This is the second banner she has made, It is a black and white flag and will have the name of the commandery embroidered in gold silk and trimed with black and white fringe. It is to be ready by the session of the Grand Co.umandery on the 13th. of August 1900. ‘Mrs. A. Barton entertained a num- ber of friends, at her residence 612 Lane St. Tuesday evening July 3. in honor of Mrs. Kate Terry ot St. Jeseph Mo. Those present did justice to a five course supper; They were Mrs Mattie Evans of Jefferson City, Mo.; Mrs. Kate Terry of St. Joseph Mo.; Mrs. James Smith, Bessie Fitchue and Arthnr Fitchue of Lawrence: and Rev: and Mrs. W. L, Grant, Mr. and Mrs. S. Miller, Mr. and Mr, Wm. Hatcher, Mrs. S, Jackson, Mr> and Mrs. G. A. Bigbee, Tobais Hughes and Jake Morrison of Topeka. ‘When In Emporia Stop at The Blue Front Restaurant. We have opened 2 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. Shampoocing and Face Massage. Mrs. Hattie E. Van Vleck, Hair‘Dreseer and Mannfacturer......0.+ Hair to match all Complexions. WITCHES AND HAIR JEWELRY. xd Fant Fitth Street, Toress Kawsae Gare, | GSES Sai Sut ¥ bgt ae : cH Roe Wa Reet Re SC Bee as ca } ie Bey Ait RB Rea io ~ Zags EAR aes So RAE Ue: ae ee | vi ot OS a i, e G2 Bi Ge 4 (ae Tei CO a ee > OA Oe é we aa * FaTHER Moses Dickson, FounDER OF THE K NIGH1S TABOR. Weir City. Miss Etta Schrader, of Ottawa, is the guest of Mrs. J. S. King, for a few days. Rev, Franklin, of Arkansas, lectured at St. John Baptist church Monday night; subject, “Sunday Literature of the Nat- ional Baptist Publishing Board.” John Dupree had the misfor- tune to get in serious trouble with ’Cretia Edmonds, and so far for- got himself that he struck her. The St. John choir visited the State Executive board during its session in Pittsburg, and render- ed a recital, which was very much enjoyed by the board. The annual thanksgiving ser- mon of the Masonic fraternity ‘was preached last Sunday by Rev. A. J. Lacey. J. Pratt, M. Lee and M. Har- vell, of Parsons, were the guests of Mrs. A. Dorcas last week. Wichita. Little Ethel Barton of Clearwater is visiting her friend Amelia ‘Thomp- son, who will return home with her Friday. Mrs. Taylor Reed left for Guthrie, Okls., Saturday to visit friends and attend the “Rough Riders’” Re-un- ion. Jeremish Walker, who is quite ill from the effects ofa sunstroke received last week, has been taken to St, Fran- cis’ Hospital for treatment. Mrs. M,E. Banks has returned from Lawrence where she attended the session of the O. E. S. Joseph Whitted who has been vis- iting in the city, has returned to his home in Chicago. During his stay he was very pleasantly entertained by a number of his friends «ith a reception at Peerless Hall, and a delightful par- ty given by Mr. and Mrs. Garrett. Mrs. J.C. Coffey entertained the members of the Ladies Sewing Guild at her home on N. Mosely ave., Thurs- day afternoon. The occassion was 8 very pleasant one. Mrs. Coffey prov- ed herself'a most capable & charming ‘hostess by eerving an elegant luncheon which consisted of sandwiches, rolls, coffee, fried fish, spring chicken, green peas, ice cream, cake and other deli- cacies. Mrs. A. Paul entertained Wednee- day eve., of last week in honor of Mrs. Slaughter of Topeka, who returned to her home Thpraday morning, The evening was delightfally spent in con- versation and music. Dainty refresh- ments were served. Bonner Snrings. The rally held in King’s A. M. E. chapel was a successful one. Mrs. Langford of Topeka was a pleasant visitor in our city last week Rev. P. Johnson, of Tonga- noxie, preached a soul-stirring sermon at the A. M. E. church last Sunday morning. Mrs. Celia Clarke, of Topeka, who is now residing here for her health, is rapidly improving. The very excellent water and pure ait seem to have wrought quite 2 change upon her. E. Williams, of Kansas City, Mo., was the guest of Miss Willa Johnson Sunday. - Rey. William White, pastor o! of the M. E. church delivered quite a philosophical sermon ai King’s chapel June 24. Rey, Williame ts wet’ oF tt é . . ta a=, . ‘ i . L €) Z €) N €) ! e i j a ae Tae EN ae Sa | Se .° aa xe 5 * aa s e e ” E t A EX Grey K f Hair D hide 1 Nae KA ye. ere King Oo air Dressings. 7 4 ey BEFORE. 7 AFTER, nr ORE, — arin A preparation prepared solely and distinctly to improve the condition pf the hair of the negro race. Not 8 worthless, offensive, obnovious. greasy ma-s of Siete nostrums, but a Sallcstely perfumed unguent beautifal tv look upon; made to sdorn the Teds polish the gentleman benefit youth and gladden old age. OZONO beeen epee knotty, nappy, kinky, refractory hair. OZONO does this aloxe. No hot irons are necessary :no plasterimy fonn with Fie OZONO indi- yaelly atraightens, without any-outside assistance. It will cau-e the hair to come back on bald spute. It will restore gray bust te is mataral color It will cause the to 2 BOW fong and straight. soft and fine ard heautifal xgan April morn, Jt will cure all itching barning rooning, Luu! stig Scalp Diseases Daudraff, Teter, Scarf, and Eczema. Ttch cannot live after OZUNO has been applied It is'as pure as the dew-drop beautiful asthe morn an trmless as the rippling water in ‘the babbling brook, Cleanliness is next to Godliners: filtwi~ar my. If your hair is short and harsh aod kinks ; ue scaly is covered with scurf and, dan- draff, or itch, or eczema, it is doubtless your fault alore If your little ones’ heads are a m1ss of crusty. scaly flaky <enrf, teeming with germs and fnicrobes, that are invisible to the naked eye, but which are sapping the life from the hair and destroying It forever and vou allow this slate to goon itisa crime. It is your ee to mee this—a duty you owe to yourself, to your child t»,our Maker. OZONO is your remedy. OZONO will positively and permanently remove all the diseases, and straighten and beantify the hair, making it silky an? clas-y and black as the raven’s wing OZONO as compared with other hair remedies. stands as hiv 83 the mountain peak, fair as the lily, and glorious asthe run OZONO is King, The price is 50c.a box, It requires about four buxes to complete the treatment. ae OUR GRAND OFFHR.—_s Write to us at once, enclosine the small sum of ONE DOLLAR, and we will immediately forward to you four large boxes of OZONO, We willalso send yoo one large bottle of ELECTRIC SKIN REFINER, which makes rough skin soft and brightens the blackest skin, making it several shades lighter. Now, there is much fraad practiced with face bleachey Understand, we do not advertise this bleach to make one white. God alone can accomplish this, and it would be miracu- lous. Unpin your faith from frauds. We assert that our Refiner will soften rough skin and brighten black skin, but it can dono more. Take our advice; don’t fool'f, with any bleach thst is advertised to make you white; it is more apt to poison you. We will also include one fancy i of ELECTRICAL SKIN FOOD, which is a” sure remedy for all Skin Eruptions, Pimples, Black Heads, Liver ‘Spots. and all Skin Diseases. It will remove W1 les, Scars, Facial Blemishes, and will Fairer take out Small-Pox Pits, This is poring. P areet deal, but itistrue, It mskes the old look yaeng sod the zones took younger. And, lastly, to prove our liberality, we will add a ono-pint package of ANTI-ODOR. ‘This remedy removes all smells and odors arising from the human body, Its uses are too numerous to mention. Full directions go with all goods. This grand aggregation is worth $350. Bend $1.00, mention the name of this paper, and you will get the goods at once, We ship all orders same day goods are received. ‘We wish to state that we area feoreuguly reliable firm, having many thousand dollars in our business. We refer to the editor of this paper, or to any business house in Richmond, Onur remedies and our business is founded on the altar of truth, Write your name and address plainly. BOSTON CHEMICAL CO., @ZONO IS GUARANTEED. 411 N. Twenty-Third Street, RICHMOND, VA. 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. every effort to make this year's work successful. It is only by the co-operation of the members that this can be done. The Bonner Springs Grocery company is making rapid prog- ress in its undertaking. Patron- ize your own establishment. Emile Turner, of Kansas City, Kas., is expected in the city soon. Mrs John J. Green, of Leaven- worth, is visiting Mrs. William Johnson and family. The Masons are preparing for agrand time this month. ‘They extend a welcome to the many friends in adjoining towns. A Bargain. 4 Acre Tract. | CHOICE LANDS. : Four Roos Houses, One honse 18x34 feet, large stain. cialass windows in front, good well, barn and out buildings, Rents for $5.00 per month, only 2% miles south of the city. Price $600, Fifty dollars ($50) down. Balance to suit purchas- er. Interest 6 percent. Ifsold within 3o days. Sec R. O. HILLARD, md take a 20 minutes drive te see the property. CREOLE POMADE... For Straightening . Kinky and Gurly Hair wi amasatctioraiytseper CHORGE, W. STANFIELD, Drugs, The Kassas Saving: Investaeat Congany, Cilerel, - CHANUTE, KANSAS. Authorized Capital, 700,000. Stock solicited by correspondence. General solicitor and jand financial agent, J. S. HALE. Curly Hair Made Straight By fei a, & er (le e = TH) DXA’ TATE rox tire. aerond iho rien THCTKCENT. 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We have not the time to reconstruct your news items, and if the matter sent in is not legible, it will be filed as dead matter. Long lists of names of parties attending social functions, extended comment not of a purely news nature must be accompanied by cash to insure publication. Sign your correspondence. Council Grove. The Y. P. J. Society celebrated the 3rd, anniversary of its organization, under the direction of Miss Mamie Mosby, its president. The programe rendered was excellent. Her object is to teach the little children to become active church workers and also early to love Christ and his cause, and become acquainted with the church from a spiritual as well as interlectual standpoint. After the program a nice dinner was served in the South park by their parents. They were nicely addressed by Rev. C. O. Smith of Hutchison Kans. who greatly endorses and delights in little children being brought early to Christ, and dismissed with the veiw that by continuing to work by another anniversary they will be better established in the work of Christ. His stay was very short but quite interesting and business like. We hope he will make us another visit soon. .Olathe has a population of 3,500,700 of which are colored. There is no town in the state in proportion to its size that has as many Negro taxpayers as this ```markdown ``` Olathe. city. Among the enterprising Negroes are Mr. Still, who is worth $3,500; Robt. Young, assistant marshall, and one of the most extensive gardeners in Johnson county. The Republican club has organized and will do good work for McKinley and Roosevelt. G. Hicks and J. Botts are among our prominent men; the former having real estate to the value of $2,000 besides a snug bank account. Holton. Dave Lee is enjoying a visit The Greatest Bargains at the Least possible prices. Look at the prices, then join the crowds. Holton. ALL WIDTHS; ALL SIZES. Also 100 pairs D. Armstrong's Tan Polish, worth $3.50-4.00, go at $2.25 Catlin's Celebrated Cincinnati $3.00 $3.50 Shoes for..... 1,98 SPECIAL—We have 200 pairs Ladies' Vici Kid Shoes, ranging in price from $2.00-$3.50, broken sizes that we will sell for..... 1,23 Misses and Children's Footwear. Misses and Children's Shoes $2.00 and $2.50 grades, for..... $1.49 Misses and Children's Sandals, Tan and Black, for..... 73c J. Davis is enjoying a visit from his father of Topeka. Some insults were passed at the Teachers Institute last week in regards to the colored race. The word "nigger" was used instead of "Negro". Rev. Tutt, Agnes Riley and Sophia Davis were the only colored atteduing. The word "nigger" was no sooner used than Mr. Tutt rose to a point of order and resented the insult with much vigor. Apologies were made and accepted. Chanute. Mrs. Willie Rucker, wife of Joe Rucker, died Friday of Heart Trouble and the remains were taken to the Elmwood Cemetery. She leaves to mourn her loss her husband, four daughters, son and a great many friends. Misses Mary and Winnie Hale will take a trip to Iola. Carbondale- Rev. R. H. Graham our pastor was with us Sunday and preached two able sermons and the spirit of God was manifested throughout the church. He is a very able young preacher. We believe he will lead our church to victory. The church under his administration is coming out. We had one member to join us Sunday. We hope our sister churches over the state will pray for our continuous success under him. Mrs. L. McAdoo, clerk. Garnett. Misses Eva Manley and Minnie Harris went to Iola Monday to attend the A. M. E. Sunday school convention. Mrs. Hattie Powers and Miss Gertrude Crutchfield are visiting in Ottawa this week. Luke Gunther left Wednesday last for K. C. Mo. Rev. W. T. Franklin of Nashville, Tenn., who is traveling in the interest of the National Baptist Publishing Board, spent a few days in our city and delivered an interesting lecture Monday evening. Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Manley are the happy parents of a fine baby girl. Mrs. Joe. Thompson of Topeka is visiting her daughter Mrs. Alexander. Abilene. Garnett. Abilene. The Children's Day proved a success and a benefaction to our church and city. It was a day Ladies! We have 300 pairs High Cut Shoes, worth from $2.50 to $3.50 that we will give you for.....65c 50c Also 100 pairs Hand Turn Oxford and a pair.....sandals worth $2.50, for per pair.....50c We are closing out this stock, is to enable us, the new firm, to put in the finest and also the most stable line of Foot-Gear ever shown in the City of Topeka. full of pleasure and enjoyment. Dr. Steward give us an excellent sermon in the morning. The exercise at night was a grand success. There can not be too much honor bestowed upon sister S. Hampton for her untiring patience in drilling and training the children. Her excellent work proved a victory for the SuperIntendent and a blessing to the church, and parents of those that took part in the exercise. It is not too much to say that Hebe stepped around and beautified the sun and caused the moon and stars to pay homage to her. Mr. Dan Furgerson of Clay Center has accepted a position with Mr. J. B. Lewis. Mr. Lewis runs one of the first-class barber shops in town. Miss Beatrice Green, Miss M. Henderson of Salina and Dr. Bailey of Clay Center were callers in town Sunday. Wm, Hampton. Hutchinson. Miss Jennie Fowler is visiting in our city. On Sunday evening, June 25, Gertrude Thomas entertained a 106 E. SIXTH STREET SALESMEN: ALF JOHNSON & CLAUS OAK THE REASON DO NOT MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY. 106 E. SIXTH STREET. SALESMEN: ALF JOHNSON & CLA Eudora. Seven Eudora. On Sunday, June 24, at 11 a. m., Rev. J. A. Wright preached a very able sermon and at 3 p. m. the Woman's Home and Foreign Mission circle's annual sermon was preached by Rev. A. L. Voorhees, of Perryville. Rev. R. H. Graham, of Topeka, offered prayer and was master of ceremonies. Rev. J. A. Goree, of North Lawrence was present and made some very interesting remarks on the work of the circle, after which $7.00 was contributed for missions. At 8 p. m. Rev. J. A. Wright preached a fine sermon from the 6th chapter of Ephesians. Manhattan. Rev. R. P. Banks of Junction City preached a very able sermon at the Second Baptist church Wednesday evening. All the K. S. A. C. students have gone home for a short vacation. We are sorry, for we miss them very much; also their voices in our Sunday school. We hope that they will have a good rest and come back again next fall. Quite a number of our people left Sunday on the excursion for Beatrice. A very pleasant time was reported. The Women's Mission club met at the residence of the president, Mrs. Long Monday evening. An ice cream entertainment was given at the A. M. E. church Monday evening. A pleasant time was reported. Rev. J. Brown, the great Advent speaker, has created quite a sensation in our city. He preached one week at the Mt. Zion Baptist church; also on the streets. Rev. Brown has had four members to unite with the Seventh Day Adventists under his administration. It is said that he is going to make this place his future home and build another church here for the benefit of the Seventh Day Adventists. Few are in favor, while many oppose it. We trust that all our people will not turn to Seventh Day Adventists; if so, who will we have to keep Sunday holy? Mr. Woodard and wife are visiting Mr. Gibson and wife. G. W. Owens returned from Alma, where he has been visiting relatives and friends. Young men, this is for you: Save a part of your weekly earnings even if it be no more than a quarter dollar, and put your savings monthly in a savings bank. Buy nothing until you can pay for it and buy nothing that you do not need. A young man who has grit enough to follow these rules will have taken the first step upward to success in business. He may be compelled to wear a coat a year longer even if it be unfashionable; he may have to live in a smaller house than some of his young acquaintances; his wife may not sparkle with diamonds nor be resplendent in silk or satin just yet; his children may not be dressed as dolls or popinjays; his table may be plain, but wholesome and the whiz of the beer or champagne cork may never be heard in his dwelling; he may have to get along without the latest fruit or vegetables; he may have to avoid the club room, the theater and the gambling hall and reverence the Sabbath day, read and follow the precepts of the Bible instead, but he will be better off in every way for this self-discipline. Yes, he may do all these without detriment to his manhood or health or character. True, empty-headed folks may sneer at him and affect to pity him, but he will find that he has grown strong-hearted enough to stand the laugh of the foolish. He has become an independent man. He never owes anybody, and so he is no man's slave. He (Continued on Page Two.) oe an Se