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THE TOPEKA PLAINDEALER. THE CRIMINAL NEGRO Some Racial Characteristic Considered—His Social Life and Political Influences Have Tended to Degrade—To Much Emotion. VOLUME III. The continuation of this very interesting and important subject we hope will be carefully read. Making Negro criminals, by reason of the greater percent of ignorance, is the expected thing. And in order to unmake them, as it were, it is highly important that we understand all the elements that go into his make up. Taking up the Negro's characteristics, Kellor in the March Arena, has this to say of his social life. "Social life is important in any consideration of crime, it is through this channel that criminal impulses often find expression The social life of the Negro is comparatively crude and simple. I need scarcely say that they are excluded from all social relations with the whites. The line is more closely drawn than in slavery days*** The Negro has not yet attained the position where he is regarded as a man rather than as a Negro. Indeed this feeling is so strong, among the older southern whites, that the Negro is still required to come to the back door and stand uncovered in the kitchen. While the whites feel it their duty to educate the negro, yet in sympathies and interests they are far REV. BROWN WRITE ABOUT OPPORTUNITIES FOR NEGROS ON KANSAS FARMS. Mr. Editor of Plain Dealer: Having spent several days in the western part of the state, I desire to say a few words, through the newsy columns of your very excellent paper, to our people, respecting the fine opportunities for securing good cheap homes there, especially in Hodgeman county, where I visited mostly. I feel safe however in saying that Hodgeman County is but one of a number of like favorable instances. It will be remembered by all, that this part of the state has long been known as the "Short grass Country." Now I, like many others, have for a number of years looked upon this part of the state as being suitable for nothing but buffalos and cattle grazing. This might have been true at one time, but it is far from being altogether true at the present, and is becoming less true every year. While the seasons, of course are far from being as favorable as in the middle and eastern part of the state, yet old settlers speak of the place as being a paradise at present, as compared to fifteen (15) years ago. This change is indeed so radical, that many are now trying to raise wheat, corn, potatoes, and many other products that they once never attempted to raise. These people are now living as comfortable and happy as in any part of the state. Many who abandoned their claims and gave up their homes for a trifle a few years ago and came east or went to Oklahoma, are now writing lamentable letters to their friends that they did not stay while there, and wanting to return. Land is now advancing very fastly. Some quarter sections that were offered for $200 and $300 last year, are now being held at four and five hundred. North of Jetmore our people are there doing finely. Good homes may now be bought for from two to three hundred dollars. It is excellent soil, and this condition of affairs will not last long, as people are emigrating to that country every day. removed. It is impossible that a race so recently in serfdom should hold any other position. Economicaly, morally and mentaly they have been handicapped." It is indeed a very difficult matter for the average American white persons to write concerning the Negro without displaying the inherent racial prejudice so lovingly cherished by this nation. The social life of the Negro is something about which very few of them are prepared to write intelligently. Their motives may be ever so kindly, and the Plain-dealer believe that Frances A. Kellor is prompted by a noble impulse to do something for the moral uplifting of our people. But the very facts alluded to above renders it impossible to ascertain the facts. The intense race prejudice, fostered by the whites, does not tend to invite the confidence of the two races. Enemies of the race have held up the bugbear of social equality, speaking of this Prof Kellor says: "Those advancing the theory of social equality in the south mean quite differently from those in the north. It is not mingling (Continued on Page Two.) The great influx of foreigners into this country will naturally increase the demand for homes, as well as increase the price of land. And as any of these are given every advantage over our people, I cannot see for my life why the colored man, right in the door of these cheap homes, and the majority lesses too, will sit dormant and allow the beautiful day of grace to pass, without being profited thereby. Any man, with a little get up in him can take five or six hundred dollars and go out in that part of Kansas and in ten years be independent. Of course you will understand, a man must not play and fool away his time. In fact, I do not see any need in a lazy man going any where; for it is only a question of time, when all places will look alike to him. We want our good people to go there and get land, raise cattle, and build up good homes for their families. But of course, I fear the majority will turn a deaf ear (as is too characteristic of our people) to this advice of a brother and friend, until the Italians, Germans, and other foreigners possess it, and then they will stand and talk about what they should have done. Ten years from now this opportunity will be a thing of the past. Among those in Hodgeman raising cattle and doing finely are Messrs Moore, Burney, Harris, Brice, Woods, Bradshaw, Freeman, Samuals, Reed, and many others. A few months ago Mr. Thos. Moore sold thirty head of two year olds that netted him $952.00. He now has seventy head and 480 acres of land. Rev. J. M. Brown. GIVES NEGROES ADVICE JOHN G. CAPERS URGES THEM DIVISION INTO CLASSES. Honesty, Integrity and Virtue Should be heir Guides—Athoughtful Address. A club was recently formed by colored people of Rockville, Md., and vicinity for needs of the Negro race, and prominent white men have been invited to address it. These invitations have been extended with the understanding that the speakers should give their honest views and convic- TOPEKA, KANSAS, FRIDAY MORNING, MAY 17, 1901. tions, regardless of whether they might tuch tender spots in the feelings of their hearers or not. At the meeting Thursday night Mr. Jno. G. Capers, whose recent appointment by President McKinley as United States district attorney for South Carolina, his native state, has brought into national prominence was the speaker, and made a remarkably forcible address. He began by urging the negroes to observe business method in all their dealings and to practice industry, not spasmodically but regularly and systematically. They should seek to establish reputations as men and women of integrity and character. SHOULD DIVIDE INTO CLASSES. "You should divide up into classes," he declared, "based wholly upon the virtue and character of your women and your men. White men and white women of virtue and character do not associate with the unworthy of their race just because they are white, and you should not countenance the unworthy of your race just because they are black. A very respectable minority of your race will not now associate with those who are lacking in proper attributes, and I want the whole race as a race to establish a high moral plane and insist that true representatives of the race must attain it before they can get your moral support. "No race," continued Mr. Capers, "ever attained distinction upon fictitious or fancied status or undertakings, and your race can be and will be no exception. you have shown in and in war that you have in you the making of good citizens and worthy men and women, and those of the colored race who are now on the higher moral plane must reach down and pull up your weaker brother and sister and help them to establish and maintain virtue, character and integrity. Those of your race who insist upon dragging yon down to the lower levels to the criminal and vicious, class are not worthy of your countenance or support and should ba shuned just the same as all other races shun the unworthy and criminal classes amoung them. "Look at the Jews. Like you they have no country, yet by reason of the worth and integrity of their men and the virtue of their women they hold the highest places in the business and social world. Look at the white race. The upright men amoong them do not consort with the criminal classes or applaud their voices. They punish them and and shun them. You do not see decent white women associating with the lewd and fallen women of their race. Make those rules your own and follow them steadfastly. You should point with pride to men in your race of the type of Booker Washington, Judson Lyons and many of the bishops preachers and teachers of your race, who are laboring to make it broader and better in all respects. "Let the most prominent colored man in your town be so regarded, because he is a steady, reliable citizen of character, and not because he wears the best clothes or has the loudest voice. Don't be stuck up unless you have a right to be. Have something of real worth to be stuck up about; such as character, a farm, a city lot or a bank account. dress beeniding give invic Mr. Capers was followed with close attention by his hearers who were numerous, and at the close was cordially thanked for his good advice. AGRICULTURAL ADVICE W. B. Townsend Advises Negroes to Leave Cities — Best Place for Boys — Too Many Idlers in the city—Cannot Earn Enough in Summer to Subsist on During Winter. WHITE CAPS IN TOPEKA Among the Colored People — A Neighborhood on Jefferson Street in North Topeka Assemble at Night. ORDERS A SCAPE GOAT OUT Of the Community—He Refuses and they Dismember him With Buck Shot. There is quite a commotion on the East side of Kansas Ave. in North Topka over the shooting of an imposter who calls himself Dr. Herman. He prescribed for George Hambler who died recently of pneumonia. The neighbors seem to think that some poisonous drug was administered to Hambler which resulted in his death. There is considerable feeling worked up over the action of the Doctor and Hambler widow since his death. The doctor has moved into the house with Mrs. Hambler and assumes authority over her and the childrens. He tried to have the boy sent to the Reform school last week. Hambler has been dead about three weeks and there is a suspicion of foul play. The County Attorney should investigate this matter seriously and have Hambler's body exhumed and his stomach examined for traces of poisonous drugs. The action of this man and woman indicate that something is wrong. Let the matter be looked into. The neighbors ordered this man to move away. He refused. So the white caps met last Sunday night and with a few buck shot dismembered him. A little more of this kind of work will have a tendency to straighten out a lot of crooks and turns in Topeka. There is entirely to much of this kind of business going on, where men are breaking up homes, imposing on families. This man is practically a stranger in our city, of no means or character and To the Plaindealer: My observatious have taught me that the constant drift of our people to the cities is one of the greatest evils which now threatens the race. In order to exist on this continent, we must be land owners and agriculturists, for the land owners regardless of space are bound to control and dictate the destiny of this republic. I do not wish to be understood that the race should confine its vocations entirely to farming; because I am one of those who believe that the Negro should pursue any and every avocations that is profitable to any other man. But the constant flow of unskilled laborers of our race to the cities, simply increases the already large number of idle persons who are now following the shady sides of the streets. It must be admitted the avenues of life are largely closed to us and that we are even being crowded out of every occupation. Even the menial labor is slowly but surely slipping from our grasp. Already we are supper-seeded by white help and by Chinese help in menial positions. The colored laborer no longer has a monoply of the wood sawyer, gave digger, hotel waiter, barber, cook and washer woman all are being crowded out. White men are not too proud now to do those things. With the remaining avenues of, in which to earn a livelihood being steadily closed against the race by reason of proscription and sharp competition. Crowded out by trades, unions, denied clerkships and boy-cotted in business and professions, we are fast becoming the floating and idle population of this country. With this condition of affairs confronting us the questions is up to us, what are we going to do to earn a livelihood, or in other words what must we do to be saved from what seems to be a dark future for the race. how a nice respectable woman can be led by such a fellow, we are unable to understand. Drive out disreputable characters. LEFT OUT The Negro at Vicksburg Miss., was not included in the lists when the program was being made up for the presidents visit, recently and the leading Negro journals remarks. The Light must admit that the people who voted against McKinley and who would do so again, gave him a most hearty welcome. The people who voted for him and would do so again; his old comrades in arms, were not on the committees or in the procession, on account of their color yet they were glad to see the president many of them shaking his hand. They feel that his visit will do the race good. His advice to the colored school children will be a stimulus to many strugling colored boys and girls to strive to elevate themselves to the highest plain of manhood and womanhood. "Educate protect your character, your principal and your intergrity and success is assured" says the president of the United States to the colored school children of Vicksburg. What matters it then to us, if the race was officially ignored in the program, so long as the president carries a warm spot in his heart for our people and kindly points out the road to success to all we hold dear in life—our children. I answer, that unless the majority of us turn our attention to the farm, city life will not only prove a curse to us but will reduce us to a more dependant people than we now are. Those of us who live in the cities cannot by odd jobs earn money enough in summer to carry them through the winter season; and hence the number who depend on the cities for snstance during the winter months are indeed appalling. With an increase in the working population of the cities and a corresponding decrease in the demand for labor—to say nothing of supplanting process mentioned above, it is reasonable to calculate that this idle element will continue to increase and thereby threaten the security of society and the safety of our institutions. The cities where congregate the idlers who become the thugs, robbers, rapists and murders are the hot beds of discord, turmoil and strife. The young men of the race, particularly those who passes no special training for skilled or professional work should go to the country buy land or rent it become producers as well as consumers—then will come peace, respect, contentment and happiness for the race. There is certainly but few opportunities for our people in the cities, the situation of our people from a stand point of labor is in their going to the country and proving themselves to be an industrious and frugal people. In conclusion, allow me to advise with my people to leave the already over crowded cities, quit loafing, quit the street corners, quit the search for the shady side of the street, go to the farm and become independent, intelligent, useful and respected citizens of this great country. Respectfully, W. B. Townsend, Leavensworth, Kans. A CITY OF NEGROES Brooklyn. Ill., Has a Black Mayor and all its Rulers Throughout its History Have Been From That Race—Read and think what a Future. Brooklyn, St. Clair County Ill. saloon, and his wife runs a res is a city of negroes, for negroes, governed by negroes. It is across the river from North St. Louis and is three miles north of East St. Louis. taurant. Mr. Vanderberg is not new to the office of mayor. He held it several terms. He is now 37 years old. Benjamin Franklin Washing- The white man has no place in its municipal economy. He is suffered to remain in the town if he desires to do so, but he may not hold office. In their own way the citizens of Brooklyn are demonstrating that the negro is capable of governing himself. The city has proven a success. It has no burdensome debt. Its taxes pay for necessary improvements and its laws are administered without friction. The mayor of Brooklyn is a negro. All of his predecessors since the town was founded 50 years ago have been negroes. The man whose memory is most highly honored in Brooklyn was white. He was Rev. Elijah P. Lovejoy, a St. Louisan, who is regarded as one of the martyrs of emancipation. He was killed at Alton, Ill., in 1837 by a crowd of slavery advocates, who sought to prevent him from establishing an abolition newspaper there. It was Lovejoy's fate that made Wendell Phillips famous as an orator. When the news of the Alton tragedy reached Boston it caused profound indignation among the few who at that time advocated the freeing of the slaves. The anti-abolitionists packed the meeting in Fanuel Hall and would have passed a resolution commending the action of the men who killed Lovejoy had it not been for a voice raised in protest. It was a young man's voice, silvery voice, a voice that made men crane their necks to see its owner and ask his name. The speech that Wendell Phillips made carried the day for the abolitionists and the word went round the world that Boston had spoken in behalf of the black man. Not many of the residents of Brooklyn know what Wendell Phillips did for their race, but the story of the man whose sacrifice of life to principal worked for their freedom is to them an open book. Lovejoy is the postoffice name of Brooklyn. Its school is the Lovejoy school. Next to Lincoln its ideal of the white man is Lovejoy. The population of Brooklyn is 1300. The white population is 75. The new administration elected on April 16 is as follows: Mayor, Frederick F. Vanderberg; treasurer. C. B. Jones; clerk, Douglass West; members of the City Council, E. J. Gaston, Abraham Pope, Benjamin Franklin Jones, J. H. Holliday, E. J. Gilham and Jesse Holdman. The township officers are: Superviser, C. B. Jones; assessor, B. F. Washington; tax collector, Charles Daniels; town clerk, Anderson Bolden; highway commissioner, Clark Taylor; constables, Daniel Lucas and Anthony Speed; justices of the peace, William Carper and George P. Dozier; pound master, Allen Gaston; school directors, George Hicks, Anderson Bolden No. 2 and W. M. Cole. There are three Anderson Boldens of prominence in Brooklyn. The second and third are designated as No. 2 and No. 3. George P. Dozier, one of the justices of the peace, is a white man, but his office is not a municipal one. He was elected by the voters of Stites township, of which Brooklyn is only a small part. Fred F. Vanderberg, the incoming mayor, is proprietor of a NCMBER 20 saloon, and his wife runs a restaurant. Mr. Vanderberg is not new to the office of mayor. He held it several terms. He is now 37 years old. Benjamin Franklin Washington, assistant principal at the Brooklyn public school, is the outgoing mayor. Though only 27 years old, he has been mayor for five years. This spring he was elected township assessor, which pays more than the mayoralty. Washington is distinguished in his community both as a politician and as a pedagogue. Another politician of note is E. J. Gaston, 27 years old. He is a member of the village council, superintendent of highways by appointment, and a real estate and insurance agent. At present he is connected with a firm at Venice, which adjoins Brooklyn on the north. Since he was 21 years old Mr. Gaston has held some village or township office. Brooklyn has four saloons and three churches. Of the latter, one is Methodist and two are Baptist. The town is laid off in regular squares, the streets are named, the thoroughfares are kept in good repair, there are wooden sidewalks. There are few two-story houses. Most of the homes are one-story cottages. Wednesday and Thursday nights are the gala nights of Brooklyn. Most of the workers are paid off those days. Then there is plenty of fun in town, with dances in the public hall over the grocery and sociables at the churches. Brooklyn has a jail, but it is not badly needed. Marshall Anthony Speed finds it necessary to make but few arrests in Brooklyn proper. The township constables, of whom Speed is one, earn most of their fees down near the stock yards. The village election is always hotly contested, though nearly every voter is a Republican. This year there was a People's ticket and a Citizens' ticket. The People's ticket won, the vote for mayor being: Vanderberg 164, Isaac Grover 96. Brooklyn is becoming ambitious and the new administration will seek to induce manufactories to locate within its borders. Most of the male inhabitants are employed at the Stock Yards packing houses and factories near the town. PAINTED HI HEST SIGN IN KANSAS-NEARLY 200 FEET ABOVE GROUND-JOHN SPOTTS, A NEGRO BOY, DID THE WORK. The Edison Electric Light plant have been having their enormous smoke stack painted. This stack is nearly 200 feet high. This company has a high opinion of advertising. The highest sign in Kansas is at the top of this stack. It is nearly 200 feet above ground and was put there the other day by a colored boy named John Spotts, who painted the words "Edison Company" in letters three and one-half feet long. Spotts dangled in mid air four hours while painting this remarkable sign and took chances that not one man in ten thousand would think of taking. John Spotts is the son of Peter Spotts one of Shawnee County's most prosperous farmers. published at Topeka, Shawnee county, Ks., every Friday morning by the Plaindealer Publishing Co., 114 E 7th St. NICK CHILES - BUSINESS MANAGER J. H. CHILDERS - EDITOR DISCRIPTION PATES: One year by mail.....$1 Six months by mail.....75c Three months by mail.....50c Entered at the postoffice at Topeka as second class mail matter. [In order to insure publication of letter in the current issue, correspondence must be in this office no later than Tuesday] ANNOUNCEMENTS. I hereby announce myself a candidate for County Clerk, subject to the action of the republican primary Saturday, June 1, 1900. I hereby announce myself a candidate for County Treasurer subject to the republican primary Saturday, June 1, 1901. W. F. Webber. I hereby announce myself a candidate for Sheriff of Shawnee County subject to the action of the republican primary June 1, 1901. W. Hal Williams. We are authorized to announce the candidacy of Bert Lucas for Sheriff of Shawnee County subject to the republican primary Saturday June 1, 1901. Oscar K. Swayze announces his candidacy for the office of County Clerk subject to the republican primaries of June 1. He submits his republican record and his fitness for position, to the republican voters for their consideration. I hereby announce my candidacy for the office of County Treasurer subject to the republican primaries to be held June 1, 1901. I hereby announce myself a candidate for County Clerk subject to the republican-primaries, Saturday, June 1, 1901. I hereby announce myself a candidate for Register of Deeds of Shawnee County, subject to the re. publican primaries, Saturday, June 1, 1900. I hereby announce myself a candidate for the office of County Treasurer, subject to the republican primaries to be held June 1, 1901. I hereby authorize the announcement of my name as a candidate for Register of Deeds, subject to the action of the Republican Primary, Saturday June 1st, 1901. I hereby announce myself a candidate for the office of Register of Deeds, subject to the republican primaries to be held June 1, 1901. John VanVechten. I hereby announce myself a candidate for the office of County Commissioner from the third district subject to the republican primaries to be held June 1, 1901. I hereby announce myself a candidate for County Commissioner for 3d District, subject to Republican primaries, Saturday, June 1st, 1901. OSCAR C. SKINNER. Topeka boast of more progressive young Negro business men than any town of its size in America, in proportion to its populatin. Clamoring and scheming for a chance to make a few dollars will do more to bring us our civil rights than all the political conventions and their useless agitation. Have you thought of your responsibility as a citizen to promote the welfare of the community. You cannot do it by fostering evil. You are your brothers keeper. The reports received from Negro farmers in various Kansas counties indicate a healthy increase in the value of the farm products, and a splendid outlook for this years crops. John M. Wright the Plaindealers candidate for State Auditor is receiving flattering notices from all parts of the country. John Wright will be a winner. Get in fine for him. The St. Joseph Radical don't like the Plaindealer but we thank "Mr. Willie Harris" for his kind words about the push and energy of our Topeka boys. But then "Billie" can't like everybody. Sorry! The presidents itineary brings the administration closely in touch with local conditions in various parts of the country. It should become a fixture to our National politics. If all the people cannot go to the White house, why the white house can come to the people. A few days ago, the public applauded the action of a tew ecclesiastical leaders and laity for their vigorous protest against Editor Ed Howe's unvarnished characterization of a story published in the Telegraphic News, relating to some miraculous bleeding of a crucifix up in Wisconsin. Editor Howe does not enjoy the richest blessings of the good people of Kansas because of his "day sermons" published just about the time Rev. Chas. M. Sheldon turned the Topeka Capital into a Christian Daily. On the heels of this uprising of christian indignation one would expect christian consistency to say the least. The other day a story was sent out from Atchison concerning the graduating class of 1901 from the High School It seems that there are five colored graduates and only two whites. This fact seemed to cause some feeling among the whites, for the dispatch read: "The intermixing of the races has caused many white families to withdraw their children from the High School, and it is believed that a new building will have to be created and the races separated." Now we would like to know what Jesus would do with such a manifestation christian inconsistency? at the the whites social functions or invading his home, but such economic, financial cultural and educational conditions as will enable him to maintain similar grades in his own race, and to have literature and recreation of equal standards. This requires the interest and co-operation of the whites, which are at present denied. The free intermingling of the two races, is impossible, at least for many generations, because of a deeply-rooted social and racial prejudice. It is useless to deny this for New York and Ohio in the north have recently verified this statement. This will not prevent the Negro from reaching and maintaining similar grades within his own race; and when these are established the Negro will not demand, as indeed he does not in the south, social equality with the whites. He will find within his own race what he needs and desires." If it were possible for the people of this country to look dispassionate at the Negro, they would, by a careful study of his social life, discover that social equality is not even a dream among the rank and file of the race. The race is busy developing its social system. It is doing in a hundred years what it required ten centuries for the Anglo-Saxon. That the conduct of some Negroes is such as to justify the suspicion that they want to be white, we do not attempt to deny, but the great mass of our people are content to live, and have their being in a social world whose standard of color is black. This can be seen in the multiplication of his lodge, social clubs, churches, and his disposition to resent the intrusion of whites. The trouble with the many white investigators into the social life of the Negro, is that they do not come in contact with the advancing and expanding social elements. It is therefore not surprising that Prof. Kellor should FIND so much in our social life that aids in the developing of the criminal Negro. Many of the criminal Negroes are created out of prison statistics. Especially is this true of the south. If the social and domestic life of the Negro rivalled the wisdom of Solomon, and purity of Esther, the devilist prejudice and hatred of the southern white man, would invent crimes enough to fill the jails and convict camps of the south with degenerate scious Negro families. The place of the church in the Negro's social life, Prof. Kellor says: "The social life of the Negro churuh is broad, but it is lacking in the fundamental principles that should make it a governing agency. Most of the excursions, picnics, parties, entertainments, cake walks, and festivals have their relation to the church. The Negro's leisure permits of much social intercourse, and this often leads to an expenditure of money for finery and unnecessary that keep the race impoverished. The other great social center is the saloon, which is of more importance in the towns. Many crimes are the result of fights caused by gambling is not usually conducted in well ordered establishments, where he is subject to rules and restraints. There are cheatings and interference in his game of "craps" which leads to serious fights. The social life of the Negro lacks direction, restraint, and healthy interests. It consumes to much time with trifles, and increases the opportunities for committing crime." The political conditions in the south, contribute their portion to the criminalizing of the Negro. In most of the southern states, he is disfranchised. He has no let nor part in the making of the laws that govern him. He is taxed without being represented. Speaking of the disfranchising of the Negro's Prof. Kellor says: "Spasmodically, bodies of men do great, noble and humane things; But in the dealing of routine life the tendency is ever towards weak and cowardly acts. The result of these laws in relation to crime is clear. The race furnishing the mass of criminals, has no voice in the making of laws, qr determining the system of punishment. Education, property, health, business—in fact, all vital interests are affected by the laws in the making of which they have no part. They are dependent upon the will and caprice of the whites. They are handicapped, and are denied the stimulus to national pride and life, which is the highest form of restraint in criminality." "yet we must recognize that the former Negro politician did little for his race; the tendency was downward then, whereas it is only stationary now. The Negro at present has neither the preception nor the solidity of character that would enable him to lead his race." It matters very little in the south, since the laws are both unjustly enacted and administered, what the capacity of the Negro political leader may be. His business has been legislated out of existence. It is interesting to note the results of his investigation, as it relates to the women of our race, He says: "The Negro woman and Negro girl, judged by civilized standards, are to a large extent imoral. It is almost impossible to rear a girl under present conditions and avoid this result. There is not yet developed in the race, as a whole, a pride in and honor for its women. First savages, then slaves, with the women in the position as beasts of burden and bearers of future slaves, and with scarcely forty years intervening, the result is inevitable.*** The Negro woman of the lower type still recognizes her subservience to the white man and yields herself quite as readily now as then. Precidents and habits of association are powerful factors in directing the action of these women. There are few occupations, aside from domestic service open to them, and prostitutes are recruited from this class." Continuing this same question Prof. Kellor, in speaking of position of the white women of the south, he says: "The attitude of the white woman is conducive to Negro immorality, for they are generally indifferent to the relations of their husbands and brothers with Negroes—where a northern white women of equal standing would not be. This is unquestionably due to the practices in vogue during slavery." Prof. Kellor is very carefully inspecting every element that goes to develope the criminal. If the conclusion are true, there problem for the men and women of our race to face is greatly simplified. If the race has ceased its downward tendency due to the baneful influences of slavery, we have gained the first victory in this unequal struggle. If the race is strong enough in the crude undeveloped ignorance of two score years of semi-freedom, then the future is not without its hope. Stranger Than Fiction. The acquittal of a colored man in Alabama by the courts for rape is an evidence that there are many mistakes made when hasty judgement is carried out. Many persons have been lynched who, if they had had a fair trial by law would be alive to day. Florida Sentinel. A colored woman in Atlanta Ga., has brought suit against a street rnilroad company for $1000 damages on account of a peculiar accident. She was seated in a crowded car, when the vehicle suddenly started. A fat man, weighing about two hundred pounds, who was standing, grabbed at a strap, missed it, and fell into the woman's lap, temporarily crushing the breath out of her.—Indian Territory Friend. Speaking of Hustling negroes the following from the Police Gazette should be read with pleasure. There are few barbers in Chicago and the Northwest that don't know Hunter C. Haynes better known as the "King of Razor Traders." Haynes first came to Chicago's barber notice in '98, when he bought up every razor in the Chicago pawnshops, and after having them ground over he traded them off to a big profit. Some of his close friends estimate that he cleared up something like $1,000 on the deal. He practically had a corner on second hand razors in Chicago at that time. A few months later he introduced to chicago barbers the Greater New York razors with great success. He is manufacturer of fine razor strops his strops having gained for him considerable fame and admirers in the barber world throughout the west. The Haynes strop is now being used by some of the most expert artists in the country. His attempt to enter every barber shop in the United States for a wager of $5,000 has caused many hot discussions with Chicago barbers, and some have bet on the result. The agreement is to enter ninety per cent. of total number of barber shops in the United States in two years, name and address of each barber, signature of mayor of each city and village, to make expenses only by razor trading, limited time two years, from April 1, 1901, to April 1, 1903. He will travel by railroad and wheel. He estimates 500,000 barber shops in the United States and says he will make from 100 to 300 per day. He figures on the number of barber shops in Chicago, 3200, about 200 invisible to the walking public, with an average of three barbers to a shop 9600 barbers, 73 lady barbers, 12 Chinamen included. His record—Traded 90,000 razors, has entered over half a million barber shops and sprinted something like 4000 miles in three years. After he has closed his engagement J. L. Cisterman, of Chicago, will back him for any amount to walk against any barber in the world from six to twenty days. McIVOR The Hambletonian Stallion, Time 2.24. Will make the season at the Fair Grounds. McIvor is the handsomest troting stallion in the West. Call at the barn and see him. HENRY HATCHER, Manager. TERMS, $10.00 TO INSURE. 112 W. 71h St. MR S.R. P, TYLER. . . First-class rooming House For NICE, CLEAN Rooms, Rooms by the day or Week. 505 BLUFF ST. KANSAS CITY, MO WHEN IN LAWRENCE CALL AT Cy Richard- son's Restau- rant. 845 E. WARREN STREET Tepeko Educational and Industrial Institute. Non-sectarian, co-educational, practical edu- cation of th.-Negro youth. Courses: English, Normal, Industrial, Music and Business Tution. $1.50 per month each investment $1.50 per month Literary and industrial courses combined: board, room, light, fuel and tuition, $7.50 per month. For Further information, address W. R. CAHTER, Principal. LADIES TAILOR MADE SUITS TAFFETA SILK WAISTS TAFFETA SILK SKIRTS WASH GOODS and SILKS WOOL DRESS GOODS DRAPERIES RIBBONS LACES R. G. MARTIN & CO., Brokers Mines, Mining Stock. Bonds, and Investments. TOPEKA, KANSAS. Get a Robby Spring Suit MADE BY... N. H. Welfi, 429 Kansas Avenue. MONDAY, TUESDAY, WEDNESDY IS IT BECAUSE THEY SELL GROCERIES CHEAPER THAN ANY OTHER STORE IN TOWN? The Shawnee Grocery, 108 East Sixth Street. --- Crosby Bros. R. G. MARTIN & CO. Brokers Mining Stock. Bonds, and Inve TOPEKA, KANSAS. S CHARTERED—IN ALL VERIOUS TITION SUCCESSFULLY P FACILITIES FOR HANDLING STOCK ARE UNEXCEE ndence solicited. R.G.MART KANSAS AVENUE TOPEKA, KANSAS Bobby Spring Suit MADE BY... N. H. W. 429 Kansas T RECEI A LINE OF SAMPE HATS Services for— Y, TUESDAY, WED Mrs. Etta Lacey, 104 East 6th Street. Why are they so busy SHAWNEE GROC IT BECAUSE THEY S ROCERIES CHEAPER TH NY OTHER STORE IN TOW are they so busy at the SHAWNEE GROCERY? --- Shawnee Gro 108 East Sixth Street. A Book F The Story of My Life IS AN AUTOBIOGRAPHY BY BOOKER T. WASH IS AN AUTOBIOGRAPHY BY BOOKER T. WASHINGTON. Principal of Tuskegee Normal and Industrial Institute, and the greatest living Negro of our times. The book is published in one large volume of over 400 pages and beautifully illustrated with over 50 photo-emgravings and original drawings by Frank Beard. Size, 6&3/4 inches; retail price in cloth, $1.50. Here indeed is a life story stranger than fiction. The book is a memoir of a remarkable achievement ever written. Ask for a free copy our book "GLAIRING" which tells all about Mr. Washington's autobiography. Free Offer! Send us your name and address and we'll immediately forward our free offer of a volume of the $1.50 book. We want you to have a copy to introduce it in your community. We will send you a free copy of the $1.50 cents in stamps we will also send our magnificent agents' canvassing commission, pay freight and fill orders on thirty days' credit. L. J. Nichols & Co., Napa Valley, Illinois. We Tell it as 'tis Told to us. Dr. Jackson is in Memphis Tenn. The "Odd Fellows" were in town Sunday. "The Bledsoe recital" 118 west 8th street this avenig. Geo. Slaughter is still on the sick ist in Kansas City, Mo. Rev. B. F. Watson, of Philadelphia spent Monday in the city. Rev. DeClellund of Lawrence was in the city Monday on buisness. Mrs. Wm. Carter of Kansas City is the guest of Mrs. W. H. J. Jordan. Mrs. Ellen Slaughter is building an addition to her home in South Topeka. Green Finlay of Niles Mich., was in the city on Tuesday the guest of Albert Hall. Mr. and Mrs. Jno. Overr were among the excursionists from Kansas City Sunday. Mrs. Paul Jones is visiting in the city she is the guest-of Mr. Paul Jones Clerk in the Auditors office. Mrs. Jas Bertha and two daughters of Toluca Ill. are among the guest at the Chiles House. Misses, Eliza Butt and Lucile Pullin will entertain soon complimentary to Miss Eliza Hamilton. Miss Mary Spears of Kansas City spent last Sunday in Topeka, the guest of Miss Sadie Nichols. Mrs. Carrie Hughes and little son Langston are visiting friends in the city before leaving for Buffalo. Col. W. P. Tomlinson has gone to Excelsor Springs for his health, the Daily Democrat will continue. J. S. Chiles, is building a two story rame grocery store on the south west corner of 12th and Washington st's. Mrs. Rosa McCarrol is very sick at her residence 112 East seventh street Room 12. Epp Love, Simon Jordan, Geo. Branford, General Scarce and Jno. Ewing spent Tuesday in Silver Lake fishing. Miss Lucy Bledsoe, assisted by Mrs J. M. Wright will give a Recital Friday night 118, west 8th. street all should attend. Mrs. Lizzie Christian left for Kingfisher Oklahoma last week to recuperate. We hope she will return home strong and vigorous. Mrs. Melvina Shanks, died last week, her funeral was held at the 3rd. Cumberland Presbyterian church in south Topeka. Miss Cora Bennett will entertain Saturday afternoon "For the Brides Elect," Misses Williams, Hawkins, Hamilton and Ratley. Mrs. B. W. Guy, Grand Mastor of the O. E. S. of Missouri, is making her annual tour of inspections. She will be out of the city two weeks. Mrs. Paul Jones and daughter, of Kansas City is in the city visiting with her husband, Paul Jones of the Auditors office. Mrs. Ellen Slaughter is in Kansas City attending her son George, who is confined to the hospital, undergoing a surgical operation. People in Lowman Hill are taking special care of their chickens these days. Prof R. H. Wade is going into the chicken business. Mr. Fred M. Stonstreet, jr. and Mr. James B. Williams, two High School students, are contemplating on visiting Denver this summer. The many friends of Miss Cora Ross will be grieved to hear of her death which occurred Tuesday May 14. at her home in Springfield Mo. Mrs. Harrison Jones of Quindaro Kansas is visiting in the city, she is the guest of Mrs. Ellen Slaughter her many old friends are glad to see her in the city again. Mr. Paul Caldwell was married in Denver to Miss Lela Rose a few weeks ago. Miss Rose is the charming young Bcauty who visited Topeka two summers ago. The Colored Business Mens League held a meeting at 429 Kansas Ave. last Sunday night. This is a league deserving the attention of all the Negro business men of Topeka. W. E. W. Stafford of Kalamazoo Mich., who spent a few days in Topeka investigating our business advantages, has returned to his home; very favorably impressed with our city. Every one contemplates hearing the recital at 118 west eight street this evening. This recital will no doubt reach the climax of this week's entertainments. The new fad of "showering" lucky brides 'to be' is about the most sensible taken up by society for several generations. It is sensible because it saves money. Our people can stand a rainstorm without an umbrella. Mrs. Simon Jordan and Mrs. John M. Wright entertained Tuesday afternoon at the home of the latter in honor of the approaching marriage of Miss Elizabeth Hamilton. It was a household shower. About thirty guests were present. Misses Florence and Susie Cooper who live south of the city, entertained at 6 o'clock dinner last Friday evening, complimentary to Miss Ogeal Wilson. During the evening the guests were favored with many pretty piano selections by "Little" Miss Annie Cooper. James Jones age 11 years, oldest son of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Jones died at his home 924 Spruce street Tuesday May 14th at 2 p.m., of complicated disease, after an illness of four days. He leaves a mother, father one brother and other relatives and friends to mourn his loss. Miss Lucy Bledsoe, on Friday evening May the 17, will favor the many music lovers with a Piano-forte recital at 118 west eight street. From the high standard reached by Miss Bledsoe in the past year, it is but a fair presumption that the seating capacity of the Eight Street hall will be more than taxed. Admission 25 cents or 35 cents per couple. John Thompson was in from Liberal Kansas this week and reports a good time, plenty of work and lots of money for those seeking such. He says there are but two or three colored girls in the town; this necessitated a sprinting contest between Gordon and Washam, which after a few day lap was finished first by Jordan. They address him now as "Luckie Gil" John returned to Liberal Thursday. The Annual Spring Ralley at Lane Chapel C. M. E. church will be held Sunday 11 o'clock and 3 p. m. and at night, the Clubs six in number will have charge of the collections, Rev. Dr. Helm of Shiloh Baptist church will preach at the 3 o'clock services. We invite our many friends and associate churches to be with us on this occasion. Chas. W. Kohl the popular druggi- at 226 Kansas Avenue gave a grand musical feat to his customers last Wednesday evening. In front of his popular drug store was stationed 23rd. Regiment Band and it furnished the music from 8 to 10 o'clock. This is a new feature for Topeka, in the way of entertaining customers for which Mr. Kohl is to be commended, for setting pace for the druggists. He is always up to date corteous and polite. The Ministers and Deacons Union of the Northwestern Association (Missionary Baptist) will convene with 2d Baptist church, Hiawatha, Kans., May 16, 17, 18, 1901. The churches of the said association will please send $1.50 or as much as possible to this meeting. The executive board will meet on the 17th and elect a district missionary to fill the vacancy caused by the resignation of Rev. E. C. Stoner. Let all she ministers attend this meeting. There will be good topics for discussion and good preaching. Rev. W, L. Grant will read a paper on Sanctification. Recital of Musical Department, Monday night, May 27th. Literary exercises of Normal and Industrial Departments, Tuesday night May 28th. General Closing May 29th. Wednesday afternoon, President's Annual Address. Addresses by prominent men and women. The Mothers League will hold its last meeting of the year Monday afternoon and it is hoped that every member will be present. Annual Sermon, St. John's A. M. E. Church, Sunday, May 26th, Rev. W. L. Grant, Pastor First Baptist Church, Kansas City, Kansas. T. J. Moppins, NOTICE. tion during the day. The exercises of the week will be held at the school. Let every body try to make the praise service of this Sabbath a success. Being the closing service, it will be a thanksgiving service. Come and bring your friends. Principal Wm. R. Carter, spent a part of this week in the western part of the state in the interest of the school. The subscriptions that were due on the 15th will be paid, we hope, on the 26th. We must raise $200.00 that day so please contribute as liberally as possible. We trust that every colored person in Topeka will respond to our call for help. The Ladies Auxilliary will give a reception at the school Thursday afternoon and evening. Lunch will be served from three to ten p.m. A choice program will be rendered at half past eight. The patronage of the public is earnestly solicited. SHILOH JOTTINGS. "The Scepter shall not depart from Judah nor a Law-giver from between his feet till Shiloh comes." Mr. Ed. Drain has returned from California. Pleasant weather brought large congregations to Shiloh, morning and evening. At 3:30 P. M. Sunday May 19. Rev. W E. Helm will preach for Rev. Moppins on South Van Buren street. Rev. Helm will preach the Doctrinal Sermon for Rev. R. Graham Sunday morning at 11. A. M. at Carbondale Kan. The Executive Board Meeting of the N.W. B. Association, will not meet in Stiawatha this week on account of the small pox. Shiloh expects to soon, secure pews for the Auditorium when this is accomplished it will have one of the finest churches in the west. It is hoped that the members of Shiloh who are not subscribers for the Plaindealer will become so at once. It is the best Negro newspaper in the west. Mr. David Over's two sons from Kansas City, came to Topeka on the excursion, with their wives and spent a very pleasant day among relatives and friends Dr. J. J. Kenner, an eminent specialist in the optical line, and old friend of Pastor Helm, is in the city. He is stopping with Mrs. Ogesby 1175 Buchanan street. The Dr. is seeking a help meet as well as financial ment. Quarterly Meeting at Brown's Chapel 1205 Washington St. Sundays. Preaching and sacrament at 3 p.m. Every body invited. W. F. Bufkin of Argentine is in the city and will go on the road for the PLAINDEALER in Missouri. LODGES AND SOCIETIES PRIDE OF TUPPERTEST NO. 38 meets 1st, and rd Saturday afternoons of each month at No. 900 North Kansas avenue. Mrs. Ida M. Jordan, Q. M. Miss Anna Reynoud, C. R. MACPODONIA TURNERCLIP No. 91, U. K. T. Hall 609 N. Kansas Avenue. Meetest and 3rd Thursday of each month. Mrs. Ida M. Jordan, P.; C. Miss Sarah Walker, C. R. PEARLY ROSE TABernacle No. 77, meets 1st and third Wednesday afternoons of each month at 2 o'clock at 112 East sixth street. G. KERCHAVIAL, H. P.; Mrs. S. A. OWENS, C. R. MACEDONIAN LODGE No. 9, GOODSAMARIANS and DUGHTERS of SAMARIA, meets second and fourth Friday evenings of each month at 8 o'clock, at 113 East seventh street. Visiting Samarians are always welcome. W. E. Jackson, Chief. ALLER LAWSON, Recording Sec. TOPEKA SEED HOUSE. Established 1876. All kinds of Garden, Field and Flower Seeds, Flowering Bulbs, plants and Hardy Flowering Shrubs, choice Fruit Trees and small Fruits. Cane Seed, Koffir Corn, Northern Seed Corn. Call and see our stock of hardy 2-year-old Roses, Clematis Vines and Hardy Flowering Shrubs. We have Roses that will bloom from May till October—Vines that will cover your porch in one season—get some of them and embellish your home. POULTRY SUPPLIES. Bone, Shell, Grits, all kinds of Poultry cures; Lee's Lice Killer. We are agents for Cyphers, Incubators and brooders, dress S. H. DOWNS, MGR. J. M. KNIGHT, UNDERTAKER AND EMBALMER. 632-636 Quincy Street. Topeka, K. BE NOT DECEIVED TO THE COLORED PEOPLE OF AMERICA. King of all Hair Tonics, " OZONO. " BEFORE. AFTER. TRADE-MARK. BEFORE. AFTER. Recognizing the fact that there are many SO CALLED hair growers and hair-straighteners now on the market, and knowing it certainty that many of these are hands pure and simple, we wish to make a straight-forward, honest statement to the colored race through this great paper. In the year 1871 our late secretary, Mrs. S. M. Moore, though a fortunate circumstance, acquired the receipt for OZONO. It was not offered for sale or purchase to any extent until 1875 when it was put upon the market and met with marked success. After a tough test by the colored people of that time it was pronounced an honest, legitimate remedy, true to all that was claimed for it, and worthy in every respect of the confidence of every member of the colored race, because they found it to run the hair to grow long and straight, soft and fine, and as beautiful as a spring morning. Now, whenever a genuine article appears upon the market there are always a number of people who imitate and make capital out of the merits of other people's goods. Soeing our marked success, numerous firms have entered the market, offering hair-growers and hair-straighteners, many of which are worthless, causing the hair to fall on and doing great damage to the hair and scalp, and the colored people are having these spurious compounds, which are filled with animal fats, and do the hair more harm than good. These let us sound a warning—be careful what you use on your hair. Do not be deceived by flaring advertisements and big words. Buy the King of all Hair Tonics. OZONO. which is sold with an iron-clad guard we will forfeit $50.00. Now, we ask lately agree to forfeit $20.00 if you ask if they were not true to all we claim several years under this guarantee, a who has used Ozono has been satisfied 20,000 people are to-day using our recommends Ozono as the King of atake the Kinks out of Knotty. Kinks some Hair. It will make short, have your head of all itching, worrying scars and Scurf can not live after Ozono has from falling out. It will restore gray hair long and soft. Now, right here, let us make a st remedies to straighten hair, but when you use hot irons. Friends, do no life of the hair, and cause it to drop outside asistance. Nothing but Oz straight forever. You can stop the hair are seen in a day or two after. The price of Ozono is $50. a book this liberal offer, which is good at one on us, enclosing with it the sum of Ozour large boxes of Ozono and one l, which makes black skin bright, rosy skin diseases. Also removes all facial small-pox pits. We will also include Food-Nature's great beautiflrem and all facial blenishes; makes the younger. We will also include one package absolutely CHEMICALLY PURE, a iron-clad guarantee to do all that. Now, we ask you a plain quest $5,000 if you are dissatisfied with to all we claim for them? We is guarantee, and we are glad has been satisfied in every respect one day using our preparations, the King of all Hair Tonics, Knotty, Kinky, Harsh, Curly, like short, harsh hair long and worrying scalp disease. It also after Ozono has been applied. It will restore gray hair to its nature. Let us make a statement. Many hair, but when they send the Friends, do not use hot irons; they use it to drop out. Ozono is nothing but Ozono is necessary can stop the use at any time, day or two after the first application is 50%, a boiler, boises is good at any time; Cut out the sum of One Dollar, and we no one and one large bottle of Elm in bright, rough skin soft and remove all facial imperfections. It also include one fancy jersey-removes wrinkles, nres; makes the old look young. He one package of our celebrated LLY PURE, and no soap but a which is sold with an iron-clad guarantee to do all that is claimed for it, or we will forfeit $50.00. Now, we ask you a plain question—would we absolutely agree to forfeit $50.00 if you are dissatisfied with our preparations, if they were not true to all we claim for them? We have advertised for several years under this guarantee, and we are glad to say that every one who has used Ozone has been satisfied in every respect. 20,000 people are to-day using our preparations, and every purchaser recommends Ozono as the King of all Hair Tonics. Ozono will positively take the Kinks out of Knotty, Kinky, Harsh, Curly, Refractory, Troublesome Hair. It will make short, harsh hair long and straight. It will cure your head of all itching, worrying scalp diseases. Itch, Eczema, Dandruff, and Scurf can not live after Ozono has been applied. It will stop your hair from falling out. It will restore gray hair to its natural color, making the hair long and soft. Now, right here, let us make a statement. Many firms are advertising remedies to straighten hair, but when they send the preparation toy tell you to use hot irons. Friends, do not use hot irons; they will burn up the life of the hair, and cause it to drop out. Ozoma straightens without any outside assistance. Nothing but Ozoma is necessary, and the hair stays straight forever. You can stop the use at any time. The good effects on the hair are seen in a day or two after the first application. The price of Ozone is 50c. a bottle—4 boxes do the work. We make this liberal offer, which is good at any time: Cut out this coupon and send us, enclosing with it the sum of One Dollar, and we will forward to you four large bottles of Ozone and one large bottle of Electrical Skin Refiner, which makes black skin bright, rough skin soft and plant, and cures all skin diseases. Also removes all facial imperfections, and actually removes small-pox puts. We will also include one fancy jar of our Electrical Skin Food—Nature's great beautifier—removes wrinkles, moth patches, freckles, and all facial blemishes; makes the old look young and the young look younger. We will also include one package of our celebrated Scalp Soap, which is absolutely CHEMICALLY PURE, and no soap but a pure soap should ever Mr. Anderson Chiles is very sick. His son John A. Chiles of Wannamaker Oklahoma arrived last week and will remain with his father for a few days. HAVING RECENTLY DISCOVERED THE GREAT That makes the Hair Grow Long and Straight, we can convince all skeptical persons inclined to believe otherwise, Shampooing a specialty. Room No. 1 Cor. 5th Ave. worth, Kas. S Cough Mix Coughs, Colds, Throat, Etc. 25 Cents per B SAFE COM FALO, N. Y., U. S. ...Manufacturers... Burglar Pro LTS, LOCKS, N United States Go Try a Bottle of Kohl's Cou For Coughs, Sore Throat Price 25 Cent CARY SAFE BUFFALO, N. ...Manufa Fire and Burgl VAULTS, L Contracts to United For Coughs, Colds, Hoarseness, Sore Throat, Etc. Price 25 Cents per Bottle. Fire and Burglar Proof Safes VAULTS, LOCKS, ETC. Contracts to United States Government. HEARRICK CARRIAGE COM RIAGE COMPANY, 819 K TO HEARRICK CARRIAGE COMPANY, 812 KANSAS AVENUE TOPEKA, KANS. tee to do all that is claimed for it, or you a plain question—would we also be dissatisfied with our preparations, or for them? We have advertised for and we are glad to say that every one in every respect, our preparations, and every purchaser of Hair Tonics. Ozono will positively, Harsh, Curly, Refractory, Trouble with hair long and straight. It will cure hair diseases. Itch, Eczema, Dandruff, it been applied. It will stop your hair hair to its natural color, making the statement. Many firms are advertising that they send the preparation they tell us use hot irons; they will burn up the coat. Ozono straightens without any ozone is necessary, and the hair stays at any time. The good effects on the first application. Make 4 boxes do the work. We make a time: Cut out this coupon and send the dollar, and we will forward to you large bottle of Electrical Skin Refiner, skin soft and pliant, and enlarge all imperfections, and actually remove one faine jar of our Electrical Skin moves wrinkles, moth patches, freckles, the old look young and the young look of our celebrated Soap Soap, which is and no soap but a pure soap should ever WHEN IN LEAVENWORTH, CALL AT JOHN BARKER'S FIRST CLASS, Restaurant. Ice Cream, and Lunch at all hours. 403 5th. ST. LEAVENWORTH, KANS. Selected Teas, pure Coffees and Spices; Butter and Cheese from the best dairies. Canned Fruits and Vegetables. And a full variety of other goods usually kept in a first-class store. Feed of all kinds. MRS. F. WEBR & T. J. ANDERSON, Cor. 5th Ave and Mich., Leavenworth, Kas. 'Phone 443. High Mixture , Colds, Hoarseness, , Etc. s per Bottle. COMPANY Y., U. S A. ducturers... ear Proof Safes OCKS, ETC. States Government. The ENJOYMENT OF SPRING can be revelled into your heart's content when you have a good comfortable vehicle to get out in and enjoy the freshness of Springtime. We have all kinds of carriages for styles, speed and beauty, for comfort and lightness to suit all tastes and all purposes. COMPANY, 812 KANSAS AVENUE, TOPEKA, KANS. be used on the scalp. And lastly, to prove our liberality, we will put in a pint package of Anti-Odor, a positive cure for Sore Throat or Mouth, all forms of Womb Diseases. Chilblains, Sore and Frosted Feet; also removes all snails and colors arising from the human body, such as feet, arm pits, etc. The net value of this Grand Aggregation is $100, but we let you have it for $1.00, simply to introduce honest goods. In order to protect the public in general from limitations of our goods, and to avoid mistakes, we have placed on our coupon the Trade-Mark, one head showing Short Hair and the other head Long Hair. The U.S. Government has granted us this trade-mark, and it is registered in the Patent Office at Washington; so if the coupon has this trade-mark on it, you will make no mistake. Use only the coupon having the two heads on it. As to our responsibility, we refer you to the Editor of this paper or to the Metropolitan Bank of Richmond, Va. We have thousands of testimonials we have not space to publish. Here is a sample of one: Tortoise Chemical Company: Dear Sirs, You are at liberty to state in any newspaper that I have used OZONO, and give it my most hearty recommendation. I have been asked often, it does me good to recommend honest goods. Gentlemen. After using OZOXO a short while only, I am glad to say that my hair is already straight and growing finely. A last word. OZONO is absolutely guaranteed to straighten hair and cause a beautiful and luxurious growth. If your hair is already straight you can use it to secure a glossy long growth. Buy only the genuine "OZONO." Send us $1.00 at once, and the gods will be sent the same day we receive your order. FRENCH REPUBLIC Interesting For the we will and WA These are never p this showaisles w SILKS I 11 pier 25 pier this 20 pier we 4 pier 3 pier Grenz good 4 pier For the benefit of our mans will make prices on BEST WANTED merchandise these are all goods of value put on the counter and should crowd our sales with buyers. KS IN GOOD WEARABLE AND 11 pieces Sath Foulards, vax 25 pieces Chhney Brothers' this week 20 pieces Cheney Brothers' week 4 pieces Lyon's Foulard, vax 3 pieces Corded Wash Silk, Grenadines, Tissues and Sill good goods, good Style a 4 pieces Stripe and Figured, 4 Boxes of Ozono, worth $2.00 1 Bottle Electrical Skin Refiner worth 50c. 1 Bottle Electrical Skin Food, worth 50c. 1 Package (1 pint) Anti-Odor, worth 50c. 1 Package Scalp Soap, worth 50c. Total, $1.00. If you want 4 lots like above, send £3.00. If you have a friend who has a coupon, let her write her name on a piece of paper and pin to coupon when you send your order. For the benefit of our many visitors this week, we will make prices on NEW SERVICEABLE and WANTED merchandise in my department. These are all goods of value and goods that I have never put on the counter at the prices named, and this should crowd our aisles with buyers. Chas. B. Tyler. 11 pieces Sath Foulards, value $1 20, this week 95c 25 pieces Chhney Brothers' Foulards, value, $1 00, this week 77c 20 pieces Cheney Brothers' Silk, value 75c, this week 57½c 4 pieces Lyon's Foulard, value 68c, this week 50c 3 pieces Corded Wash Silk, value 45c, this week 25c Grenadines, Tissues and Silk Voiles in large variety good goods, good Style and warranted patterns. 4 pieces Stripe and Figured, splendid goods for $1 00 Just F --- --- per using OZONO a short while only, I am glad to say ly straight and growing finely. MISS BENSIE POWERS. 333 Missouri street, Toledo, O. OZONO is absolutely guaranteed to straighten hair and luxurious growth. If your hair is already straight, secure a glossy long growth. Buy only the genuine $1.00 at once, and the gels will be sent the same order. BOSTON CHEMICAL CO., 310 E. Broad St., Richmond, Va. Boston Chemical Co., 310 East Broad Street, RICHMOND, VA. I enclose you $1 (n), for which please send at once NEW MCCLAS STORE News of— SILK AND BLACK ADDRESS GOODS... The benefit of our many visitors this week make prices on NEW SERVICEABLE UNTED merchandise in my department. We all goods of value and goods that I have set on the counter at the prices named, and hold crowd our buyers. Chas. B. Tyler GOOD WEARABLE QUALITIES AND DESIRABLE STYLES Prices Sath Foulards, value $1 20, this week 95c Prices Chhney Brothers' Foulards, value, $1 00, week 77c Prices Cheney Brothers' Silk, value 75c, this sk 57½c Prices Lyon's Foulard, value 68c, this week 50c Prices Corded Wash Silk, value 45c, this week 25c dresses, Tissues and Silk Voiles in large variety goods, good Style and warranted patterns. Prices Stripe and Figured, splendid goods for $1 00 --- BY EXPRESS, 2 pieces 22-inch All-Silk Black Satin Dutchess, suitable for skirts, waits, or lining for above suits, only..... 699 MAGGIE R. PROCTOR, Box 114 Fairfield, Texas. Take Notice. Take Notice. During the past two weeks, Willa Smith and Cora Bennett road soliciting and collecting. They and we take this method of thankss extended and the liberal man and paid for our paper. There is due us from our many subscriber readers to be ready when our c be in Atchison, St. Joseph, Hot Autchison, Serling, Grea Bend ita during the next ten days. paper is issued promptly each we pou not later than Saturday. A should be reporten at once. We 1st. Every subscriber can help gro paper of Kansas. Always fo During the past two weeks, the Plaindealer has had Misses Willa Smith and Cora Bennett, and Mr. R.S. Abbott on the road soliciting and collecting. Their success has been very good and we take this method of thanking our many friends for courtises extended and the liberal manner in which they have subscribed and paid for our paper. There are still several thousand dollars due us from our many subscribers. We earnestly request our readers to be ready when our collectors call. Our collector will be in Atchison, St. Joseph, Holton, Horton, Troy, McPherson, Autchison, Sterling, Grea Bend, Nickerson, Kingman and Wichita during the next ten days. Please be ready for them. This paper is issued promptly each week on Friday and should reach you not later than Saturday. Any failure to receive this paper should be reported at once. We want 10,000 subscribers by July 1st. Every subscriber can help us. The Plaindealer is the Negro paper of Kansas. Always for the best interest of the Negro. Rev. W. H. Scott of Ottawa preached at the second Baptist church, Sunday. Wm. Hurn of this city visited in Iola, Thursday. Elder Brooks preached the sacramental sermon at A. M. H. Church Sunday. Wm. Herrington spent Sunday in Iola. Walter Tolliver of Osawatome visited friends in this city Sunay. Mrs. Clarence Hallen has recovered form her attack of illness. Mrs. R. L. Brounaugh is on the sick list. Mr. and Mrs. Albert Moman's baby has been very sick. The Occupantian will meet Tuesday night instead of Friday night. The Senior Literary in doing good work. WM. HAMPTON. SALINA. Rev. Thomas preached a wonderful sermon Sunday morning and evening. Literary of St. John Baptist church met Monday evening and after meeting was open Mr. Abbott of Topeka delivered an address after which the literary returned a vote of thanks. The Grand United Odd Fellows celebrated their annual sermon Sunday at three o'clock at the second Baptist church which was conducted by Rev. Thomas. Mrs. Mary Moore is very sick. Miss L. Hamilton is sick at the home of Mrs. Cutt on North Seventh street. Rev. Thomas lett May 14 for Pooria, Illinois, to move his family to their future home, Salina. Mrs. I2. J. Buckner is visiting her husband in Manhattan. Sunday was quarterly meeting day at the A. M. E. church. Sylvester Dilingham and George Chenault were pleasant callers in Manhattan Sunday. Col Nickits and Bud Bradley were callers in our city Monday. Mrs. M. Dillard is up again. Mr. Ira Hall of Paxico was visiting in our city Saturday. The M. E. preacher was present in our city Sunday. Mrs. L. Dullingham left Monday night for Manhattan where he will work. Mrs. B. Dingham left Monday night for Manhattan where he will work. Mr. S. Roadman has been on the stick list. JUNCTION CITY NOTES Rev. Banks baptized nine candidate dates in the Republican river Sunday. A large number of the Manhattan people were up to witness the baptizing. Every body is looking to welcome Presi- dent McKinley here June 5th. All the leading representatives of the state will be present. We have a large number here on the sick list. The rally at the Second Baptist church Sunday was a complete success. $20.00 was raised by the two clubs. The Rock Island club led by Mrs. Jose Munson raised $25.55. The Santa Fee club led by Mrs. June Maddox. $10.45. Total. $69.00. Rev. Pope preached an able sermon at $3 P.M. Rev. Banks is expecting to take a trip to Oklahoma the 10th of next month, to be gone for three weeks. The contractors are trying to have the street cars running by the time Presi- dent McKinley gets here June 5th. The work is progressing fast. Mr. Link of Olathe and Miss Retta Wilson of Ottawa were married last Wednesday evening at the home of the bride's parents. Miss Etta Schrader entertained at tca Wednesday. Those present were: Mr. and Mrs. W. Wooten, Mrs. Hicks, Rev. W. T. Biggers, Linetta Lewis and Mayne Simms. The Ladies Sewing Circle met at Mrs. M. Wilson's Wednesday afternoon. Rev. W. T. Biggers went over to Paola Tuesday to spend a few hours with Rev. Clark. Rev. C. H. Skinner preached at the Third Baptist church Sunday. Among the graduates of the Ottawa High School we find one representative of our race; Miss Linetta Lewis. We congratulate her for her success. A surprise party was given on the Misses Barnett's last Wednesday at their home on the Island. Quite a crowd went on a hay rack and report a good time. Mrs. Carrie Cooper of Paola returned home Saturday. Colored Teacher's Institute at Neosho Mo., June 10-20. The conductor will give each teacher credit on fine subjects studied during the institute. All other subjects will be pass upon before the county board of examiners at this place on the 21 and 22 of June. J. M. CLENDEMAN, Conductor. Rev. G. W. Brown assisted Rev. Bly Sunday in his big May rally, and took his departure for Lawrence, Kansas, ABILENE. SALINA WAMEGO This week in items OTTAWA. NEOSHO MO s. the Plaindealer has had Misses Scott, and Mr. R. S. Abbott on the. Their success has been very good, thinking our many friends for court-summer in which they have subscribed we are still several thousand dollars subscribers. We earnestly request our collectors call. Our collector will Bolton, Horton, Troy, McPherson, and Nickerson, Kingman and Wich. Please be ready for them. This week on Friday and should reach Any failure to receive this paper we want 10,000 subscribers by July so us. The Plaindealer is the Ne-for the best interest of the Negro. where he will spend a few days. The Baptist Church here is making extensive preparations for the 4 Sunday of May rally. Everybody is looking forward with eagerness to the excellent service program for that day. The Neosho Baptist church (the gem of the Southwest.) will furnish music. Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Clendeman, were aroused from their peaceful slumber last Thursday night by singing. When an investigation was made they found assembled, 17 of the best dressed, finest looking, best people in Mo. Mrs. I. Pullman, of Kansas City, Mrs. Lelita Hurst, of Springfield being among the crowd. When it is said that two rooms were thrown together and plenty of music, you know the rest. Refreshments brought by the party was served at 12 o'clock. Mr. and Mrs. Abe Dorcas returned the 13 inst., from Parsons, where they went to attend the demise of Mrs. Dorcas' father. Mrs. J. S. King gave a reception on the 11th at her residence in honor of Mrs. M. Edmonds and Miss E. Harts of Cherokee. The Clay Street Baptist Sunday School will give a plenic the 25th at Hill's Grove, West main. Every body is welcome to come and bring full baskets. Mr. J. A. Hogan met with a slight accident last week; a fall of coal severed two toes. Mrs. J. H. Hogan, and daughter Corine, were guests in Parsons the 6th and 7th. Mrs. R. C. Robinson has returned after spending several days in Pittsburgh, Cherokee and Fleming. She was accompanied home by Mrs. Edmonds and Miss Erma Hartz. Mrs. Bell Johnson returned from Parsons Wednesday after several days visit to her brother. Bov. Wm. Sewell was a guest in Columbus Saturday. Miss-ry E. W. Burton and P. Bally, saw their best girls in Columbus State. S. W. F. Mrs. Lillian Cunningham died at her residence on E. Avenue on Friday the 2 last. She had been confined to her home with consumption since Christmas; she leaves an effectuate husband, and a host of friends who recoonize that to live is Christ and to die is gain. Mrs Cunningham was a member of the 2nd Baptist church and lived a consistent Christian. The funeral was conducted by Rev. J. C. Ramsey, at 3 p. m., Sunday May 5, who preached a very impressive sermon from text-"Sit thou at my right hand." A. M. E. church is still engaged in revival meeting, and great has been the success so far. Rev. John Brown, presiding elder of the C. M. E. church, preached for Rev. Lee several nights last week, and proved himself to be mighty through God to the pulling down the strong hold of the wicked. The conubial bruit now binds Mr. John Dunn and Miss S. A. Merryweather of Louisiana, Mo., so that they are no longer twain but one. At the residence of the bride's brother Mr. McHarris. Rev. J. R. Richey officiated. Ievn. Dunn has just finished paying for his home on 2nd ave. Jones Stephens has secured for himself a handsome little home on E. West. Rev. M. Wooton will leave Monday to attend the district conference and Sunday School convention at Troy, Kansas, which convenes Tuesday. Services at the several churches were well attended owing to the very beautiful weather Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. B. J. Robinson have the sympathy of their friends for the loss by death of their infant son, Josephus, age only four days. Short services were held at 4 p. m. Thursday, Rev Wooton officiating. The sum of thirteen dollars was raised for educational purposes at the A. M. E. church Sunday. Mrs. Emanuel Spriggins and Mr. B. Phillips remain quit ill The Old Fellows gave a reception to their members and friends Wednesday last. A good time was had by all. Mrs. W. C. P. Harding entertained the Sorosis Club Monday evening and a dainty lunch was served. The Ladies of Court will give a public installation at K. P. castle next Monday night. The Mt. Zion Baptist church will hold a fair the 22, 23 and 24 at the hall 10th and O st. Much credit is due Mrs. Irene Mosely for soliciting on the carpet at the Mt. Zion Baptist church, she having raised, with only a rew assistants, the amount of $30. Miss Anna Sarver a member of the High School has been obliged to quit school owing to continued ill health. WINFIELD NEWS Misses Eva and Waneta Wilson of Arkansas City spent Sunday in Winfield the guests of Mrs. A. L. Nichols. Rev. Geo. Brown of Arkansas City assisted Rev. J. R. Ramsey in his quarterly meeting last Sunday. C. H. Fox was seldom with a hemorrhage last Sunday evening while on duty at the barber shop, and almost blight to death before medical aid arrived. At this writing he is in a critical condition. Mr. Ruben Caldwell, our supervisor. afr. Rubban Caldwell was over from Oxford Sunday. Mr. Sterling Simpson came down from ALLEN. J. M. C. WEIR ITEMS. HUTCHINSON. P. B. R. LINCOLN NEWS Wichita Saturday. He reports that his sister Dollie who was recently burned is much better and able to be about. Miss Lee Largeston of Topka, who is the guest of Miss Attend Smothers, of Arkansas City attended quarterly meeting here last Sunday. Mr. Henry Halines of Parsons came on Saturday from Wichita. He is the guest of his sister, Mrs. Wm. Milks. Rev. J. R. Ramsey lott for Galena, Kansas, last Monday to attend district conference, Mrs. Anderson Tomes and daughter, Miss Cappie of Arkansas City was the guest of Mrs. J. W. Wood last Sunday. LEAVESWORTIL The Tulips club in this city are making extensive preparations for the entertaining of the alleges and visitors who will attend the State Federation which will convene late in June. The soon of Pleasant Ridge, who was operated on last week at Ushung's hospital, is rapidly recovering. She expect to be home soon. Miss Nan Barbey, of Holton, Kansas is cochair at the McKeen Lunch Counter. Formerly the position was held by Miss Gidde Young. Miss Gidde Art Club will hold a special meeting Tuesday evening at the residence of Miss Marie Q'Hanan. (1). Misses Louise Winston and Sade Robinson of Greenville, Kentucky, are in the city the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Gish, on Cleavland Terrace. The four children of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Williams were baptised at St. Phillips Mission, Sunday afternoon, by Rev. J. W. Livingston. A large crowd attended. Miss A. L. Saunders visited friends in Lausung last Sunday. Mr. James Scott is slowly recovering from a severe attack of rheumatism. The rally held at the First Baptist Church Sunday was a financial success. The proceeds from this rally will be used to defray expenses. Rev. King is the pastor and is quite capable of holding his position. M. I. W. Page, of Kansas City Mo., visited friends in the city Sunday. Miss Kate Barbee is contemplating a visit to Kansas City, Mo., soon. Miss Willa Smith has been in the city for the past week collecting for the Plain-dealer. Mr. Editor: Please allow me space in your paper to show the amount of endowment that has been paid to the heirs of the deceased members of the Temples and Tabernacle for Kansas and Nebraska Jurisdiction beginning Aug. 12, 1900, until May 2, 1901. LAWRENCE. Negro excursions and all their characteristics and short-comings accompanied by a multitude of disgrace—have begun. Had it not been through the kindness of the conductor when they arrived in Lawrence last Sunday might no doubt a great number of the good Brother Old Fellow-deacons, stewards, trustees, class leaders and—bythe way, local preachers thrown in good measure—would have found home in the stranger city or station. What would Christ be calling this matter, my brothers? And to be honest about the matter what impression can you make upon the world, that it has been made better by your hating lived in it? If you are to elevate the Negro race it is to be done other than through Sunday excursions. Monday morning I chanced to pick up the Kansas City Journal, the first thing to greet my eyes, in double headlines on the front page was "Darktown in Union depot." The essence of the article was as follows: "About 200 negro Odo Fellows, all sizes and all colors came in from Lawrence to have their annual Sermon preached in Kansas City. In the meantime, a number of the various orders of Kansas City had arranged to go to Topeka for their annual Sermon. Therefore there was quite a gathering of the "Dusky Sons of Ham" at the depot, Sedalia, Mo., and other Missouri points came in for their share in the Sunday excursion." The comment of the Journal was no doubt true. The sad part of this is Sabbath desecration which is indulged in by some of the foremost negro preachers and laity and educators in some of the leading towns of the state. These are the characters who are first heard howling for fair play and recompition such as is given the Saxon-Saxon. I have learned no longer to shade matters pertaining to my race if I would be a true helper of my race. Therefore in my feeble manner I intend to condemn the actions and practices of those who so thoughtlessly plunge into schemes that bring recompense upon the race and degrade our women. The Sabbath is no day for excursions and social functions—We have the diabolical nerve to speak belittling of our brother in the South and his shortcomings. The learned and cultured Christian gentlemen and Minister of the South would not, under any condition, allow themselves to be associated with a Sunday excursion. There are a few there as here, no doubt, who would be as Esau-sell their birth, and their race's birth-right or honor for the paltry sum of a few dollars—but the men of advanced thought burnt the idea and in both North and South the educated Christian ministry and the best citizens on the Negro Race have waged an uncompromising war against the promotors of Sunday excursions and Sunday excursionists. I would like to say more on this subject as I know it is an organic evil and let us pray God that it may not take hold of our young men and women. But I fear that I would be intruding upon the space of your valuable paper, I submit such matters as this because of your farreast stand for right and your lunch advocacy of right dongs by those who are not in the success and progress of the Negro Race. J. JUSTIN DECLILLAND, Pastor Warren St. Lippet Church, Lawrence, Kansas. LAWRENCE The Satura Loomie club met last Tuesday with Mrs. Lillie Carter, a very excellent program was rendered. A very interesting discussion as to whether man was capitulated for loving us sheerly as woman, was enjoyed by all present. As there were no gentlemen present the ladies went away satisfied that man's love was a thing of the past. Rev. Dr. Collins was in his usual good spirits last Sunday and delivered two excellent sermons. There were a number of strangers in the congregation both morning and evening. Dr. Collins has done excellent work since he has been in lawrence, and made a host of friends. To know Dr. Collins is to admire him because of his broad and liberal views. The mass-meeting held at the A. M. E. church on Friday a week unite with attended and a neat little sum was realized, which will be forwarded to the treasurer of the "interdenominational Ministerial Alliance." Mrs. C. H. Harvey of N. Lawrence is on the sick list. We are glad to know that Mrs. Townley is able to be around again after quite a serious illness. Mrs. Jack Taylor of N. Lawrence entertained Mr. and Mrs. stobt. Henson at dinner Sunday. Miss Aia Hoyt, one of charming young ladies has been confined to her bed with throat trouble for the past few days. N. Lawrence Baptist Church is doing most excellently. Mr. Gover and his most excellent wife are loved by all, and the church is prospering and everything goes well. The colored man of this city have organized a joint stock company and will open up a mercantile and grocery store the last of the week. Some of Lawrence's best business men are interested in this enterprise and there is no reason why it should not succeed. Last Saturday afternoon the beautiful blooded animal of Mr. Fred Stone ran away and completely demolished his buggy. It is useless to say Mr. Stone has the sympathy of the ladies. The Young Misses 20th Century Club entertained last Friday eve in the basement of Warren Street Church. A large crowd was present and these young ladies deserve much praise for their successful management of the entertainment. The Club will render a unique program on the first Sunday in June. The musical numbers will be selected from the writings of colored composers—the quotations will be taken from Paul Lawrence Dunbar and Phyllis Wheatly, Mrs. M. Langston of Topeka, Kansas, one of the well known educators of the state will read a paper. Strode's orchestra will be present and render some choice selections. The young Misses are sparing no pain to make this the greatest event of the kind ever held at Warren St. Church. Rev. Dr. B. F. Watson, secretary church entension, was in Lawrence Tuesday and preached at the A. M. E. church Tuesday night. Every body was glad to see Dr. Watson as he once lived in the state of Kansas. Here as elsewhere Dr. Watson so endured himself to the people that he is always a welcome visitor, Kansas anxiously and eagerly awaits to see Dr. Watson made bishop the place for which he is so eminently fitted. Sunny read the news. Indicator if you would read the news. The best negro paper in the West. Rev. Williams is doing very excellent work at St. James A. M. E. church at N. Lawrence Kansas. Rev. Fulgem of the M. E. church is now in the midst of his protracted effort. Mr. L. M. Pence is one among the brightest young men of this state. He is a graduate of the Art School of Kansas State University this year. Subscribe for the Plaindealer. Rev. De Chelland continues to build up the congregation at Warren St. church. Its popular discourses are attracting wide attention throughout the city among both the white and black. Next Sunday evening his subject will be a "Brothers care for his sister." Nothing is more needed in our community than practical discourses along these lines and they are having their effect in Lawrence already, The Imperial Art Club, will meet on Saturday afternoon, with Mrs. C. D. Mass. The ladies are making a number of very handsome sofa pillows. The last meeting was with Mr. T. J. Meritt. The Arden Club met last Thursday evening with Mrs. M. E. Young The history lesson was continued. Mrs. Watkins having a paper on Margarit of Anjou, Miss Hawkins one on, Joan of Arc and Mr. Chinkscale, War of the Roses; Mr. Ira Guy had a review of the life of Henry V. It will meet this week with Mrs. Robt. Buckner. On to Leavenworth is the cry among the ladies clubs. The June meeting promises to be a grand success. All clubs in the state should correspond with Mrs. Henry Washington 1040 Spruce street. Last Friday morning from 10 to 12:30; p.m. Misses Eva and Lilla Phillips delightfully entertained the young ladies of the "Golden Rod club" at a "Kitchen shower" in honor of Miss Ella Williams. The rooms were beautifully decorated in white and green, bridal wreath being the prevailing flower. The first hour was spent in needle work, after which a short musical programme was rendered. The ladies were then shown into the diting room where covers were lain for twelve. Breakfast was servied in two courses, the loving cup was then passed and all drank to the health and prosperity of the bride elect. Many very useful kitchen articles were left by the young ladies. WE HAVE OZONIZED OX MARROW IN STOCK.... OZONIZED OX MARROW 50c IN STOCK.... Also full line Pure Drugs, Chemicals, Toilet Articles, Sponges, Candies, etc. THE CAPITAL PHARMACY CO., 929 Kansas Ave. When in Kansas City Please Call at The Chicago Cafe, HENRY COMPTON, Prop. 706 E. 12 St., - Kansas City, Mo. Home Lunch Counter. 118 N. 5th St., Leavenworth, Kas. Everything first-class and up-to-date. When in the city call and see us. Ice Cream and Lunch at all hours. Prices to suit you. W. M. McKEE. Proprietor PUBLICATION NOTICE. In the district court of Shawnee county, Kansas; T. F. BRIGHT, Plaintiff, LLIZZIE BRIGHT, Defendant. (No. 21,113 To Lizzie Bright, defendant herein. You are hereby notified that you have been sued in the above entitled action for cause in the above named court by T. F. Bright, your husband. That said plaintiff filed his petition with the clerk of the district court of Shawnee county, Kansas on the eighteenth day of April, 1901, and unless you answer the same on or before the 7th day of June 1901, that plaintiff therein contained will be taken as true and plaintiff tendered accordingly against you and divorcing you from said plaintiff, and granting plaintiff such other and further relief as the court may deem proper. [Seal] W. J. JAMISON, Attorney for Plaintiff. A. M. CALAHAM, Clerk District court. (4-26-1901.) (4-26-1901.1) In the district court of Shawnee county, Kansas, MARGARET SHEAER, Plantiff, 23 EMMA S MUNK, MUNK AND DAVE CLOSE, Defendants (No 21,017) To Emma S. Munk and J. Munk: You will take notice that you have been sued in the district court of Shawnee county in connection with the above named defendant, Dave Close, and that you must answer the petition filed in action on or before the 7th day of June, 1901, or said petition will be taken as true and judgment and a decree rendered accordingly in said action for $0,000.00, damages claimed by the plaintiff against said defendants, and the attachment order has issued and levied upon the fourth day of judgment as the property of Emma S. Munk and J. Munk, feet of the south 35 feet of lot number 35 on Kansas avenue Nork Topka, Kansas, commonly known as lot number 608, and that said property will be sold under said attachment order to satisfy said judgment. In the district court of Shawne county, Kansas: CHRISTOPHER JONES, Plantiff, MARY JONES, Defendant. To Mary Jones: You are hereby notified that you have been sued in the above entitled cause in the above named court by Christopher Jones, your husband and plantiff filed his petition with the clerk of the district court of Shawne county, Kansas on the 1st day of May, 1901, and that unless you any-were said petition on or before the 19th day of June, 1901, the allegation thence stated, be taken as a true and judgment rendered against you, divorcing said plaintiff from you and granting such other relief as the court may deem proper. In the District Court of Shawnee County, Kaosas MARK WARBROOK LEWIS, Pine Grove To Thomas Lewis—You are hereby notified that you have been sued in the above named court by Mary Warren Lewis your wife. That said Planiff did on the 8th day of March, 2009 filled with the Clerk of the District Court of Shawnee County her petition asking that the court grant her a decree divorcing her said planiff from you. Now this is to notify you that unless you answer said petition on or before the day of July 100 she said petition will be taken as true and a decree granted divorcing said planiff from you and granting such other and further reliefs to the Court may deem proper. Seal: MARY WARREN LEWIS, Plainiff. Attest: M. CALLAHAM, Clerk. 619 KANSAS AVE Great quantities of merchandise are coming to us weekly. These are not alone helpful in filling up the gaps made by fast selling, but serve also in keeping our lines brim-full of interest. Great special offering of goods picked up prices far beneath the regular market values. Do not buy until you haue had an opportunity to get our prices. We are in a position to put money in your pockets. NEWS FRO'1 THE CARPET DEPARTMENT. The manager remarked the other day it seemed to him that the Million Mark had been reached in the number of Shades sold, but that is stretching it just a little. We are moving an awful lot of them, however. 250 yards first quality, all wool Extra Super Carpets, being unable to duplicate from the mill, worth 69c, we will close these at..... 55c 15 pieces Table Oil Cloth, the best made, colors (marble and white 2c more)..... 12!c 1 case of full standard Apron and Bonnet Gingham worth 6!c and sold everywhere at 6!c, here.....4!c 1,500 balls Colored Knitting Cotton, the "M" brand, each .....2c The balance of our clothing for little boys has been removed to the main floor. Select any suit and you will pay us no more than first invoice cost. GREATEST RIBBON EVENT YET ANNOUNCED A very fine all-silk Taffeta Ribbon, Nos. 5, 7 and 9, comes in all the brightest spring styles.....31c, 5c, 61c A SILK WAIST OPPORTUNITY The balance of No. 9616 Finest Taffeta Silk Waists ly tailored, cluster of tucks in front and back, new bishop latest collar, in fact a most exquite garment, worth $5, see the balance at. ..... $3.19 $2.50 Mohair Dress Skirts ..... 1.40 2.98 Black Serge Dress Skirts ..... 1.69 The balance of No. 9616 Finest Taffeta Silk Waists, superbly tailored, cluster of tucks in front and back, new bishop sleeve, latest collar, in fact a most exquitsite garment, worth $5, we close the balance at.....$3.19 $2.50 Mohair Dress Skirts.....1.40 2.98 Black Serge Dress Skirts.....1.69 BLACK AND COLORED PETTICOATS At 19 Cents. For one week we will place on sale our entire stock of Buckskin Hose at.....19c One pair of these hose will give more wear than three of ordinary 15c hosiery. A new pair for any that do not satisfactorily. For one week we will place on sale our entire stock of Boys' Buckskin Hose at.....19c One pair of these hose will give more wear than three pairs of ordinary 15c hosiery. A new pair for any that do not wear satisfactorily. Mill Ends and Remnants Full Standard Calicoa - - - - 4c Shirting Calicos, "the best" - - - - 3½c 36-inch Percales, good style - - - - 10c 3½c 36-inch Percales, good styles - - - - 8½c 32-inch Black Satines, good styles - - - - 13½c 32-inch Art Ducks, good styles - - - - 12½c and 12½c Outing Flannels, good Styles - - - - 8½c Tickings, good styles - - - - 6½c ½c India Linens, very fine - - - - 12½c India Linen, very fine - - - - 10c Black Lawns, very fine - - - - 10c not above come in lengths of from 1 to 10 yards, are in every respect, and deserve your inspection. Kansas Saving Investment May Colored. 7c Full Standard Calicoa - - - - 4c 5c Shirting Calicos, "the best" - - - 3½c 15c 36-inch Percales, good style - - 10c 12½c 36-inch Percales, good styles - - 8½c 20c 32-inch Black Satines, good styles - 13½c 20c 32-inch Art Ducks, good styles - 12½c 10c and 12½c Outing Flannels, good Styles - 8½c 10c Tickings, good styles - - - 6½c 22½c India Linens, very fine - - - 12½c 15c India Linen, very fine - - - 10c 15c Black Lawns, very fine - - - 10c All of above come in lengths of from 1 to 10 yards, are perfect in every respect, and deserve your inspection. The Kansas Saving Investment