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TOPEKA PLAINDEALER. Historical Society State House . PAUL BRAY'S BUDGET Interesting Gossip From The National Capitol-A Western Lady Singing Herself Into The Hearts of The Senators—The Bethel Literary Celebration. A SPLENDID ADDRESS RENDERED The Twenty-first Anniversary of the B. H. L. A., One of the Best Every Witnessed. VOLUME III. PAUL BRAY Interesting Gossip From The Lady Singing Herself Senators—The Bethe A SPLENDID AD The Twenty-first Anniversar the Best Eve WASHINGTON, D. C.—The great Western state of Colorado has demonstrated her ability to produce prima donas as well as an abundance of the white metal. Many noted and talented singers of the colored race have electrified and charmed large Washington audiences, but it has remained for Denver, Colo., to produce and send to us the star of that great galaxy of singers in the person of Madame E. Azalia Hackley. The large and critical audience that greeted her at the Metropolitan church Monday evening of last week, rendered their verdict which is, that she is the best that Washington has herd. Her concert was a decided success from every standpoint and when she appears again in Washington it is safe to predict that standing room will be a premium. Metropolitan choir, which was at its best under the leadership of Prof. Layton, opened the concert with a chorus, "The Heavens are telling." Two recitations by the noted elocutionist, Mr. J. Thomas Butler, a solo by Miss Maggie Wilson, two violine solos by Washington's favorite virtuso, Mr. Joseph H. Douglas, an organ solo by Rrof. William Braxton, were the features of the concert aside from the singing of Madame Hackley. Her first number was the "Aria Bel Raggio" from Semiramide, by Rossini. At the conclusion of this difficult and beautiful selection, which had been specially arranged for her voice, the audience was at her feet. Although she was only on the program for three numbers, the audience by hearty encore increased the number to six. Her second number was two beautiful ballads, "Spring" and "If I Were You." The jewelsong, "Faust-Gounod" and the last song written by the late Gussie L. Davis, the latter in response to an encore, closed one of the best concerts ever given in this city. The Bethel Literary and Historical association closed its twentieth session Tuesday evening, the 21st inst., with a symposium on the "Functions of Literary Societies." Representatives of the various literary organizations of the city were on the program with addresses giving a resume of their work for the past year. The most interesting feature of the program was the address of Prof. L. M. Hershaw on the organization and history of Bethel Literary and Historical association. It may be of some interest to readers of The Plaindealer to read of this now famous association, before which many of the leading national and inter-national characters of both races have delivered addresses. Prof. Hershaw said in part: "When this organization that for well nigh twenty-one years has borne the name of Bethel Literary and Historical association was formed, its founder, the late Bishop Daniel A. Payne gave it its purpose and defined its functions. The association was to be as its name indicates, literary and historical in its purpose. While it should foster a love of letters, and the inquiry and investigation of the truths of history, it was to be also a form in which the best thought of the race on topics of current and vital interest should find expression, and be submitted to a searching analysis and criticism. If from some happy above the sainted bishop is conscious of what we do here, he must find much satisfaction in remembering November 9, 1881, the date of the organization of this society. Not that he will find all of his hopes realized, but rather that he will find so few of his fears justified. All created things are subjects of the laws of enviroment; not even a literary and historical associations oan escape the action of these laws. So we find that this organization established for the purpose of changing a then existing enviroment into a new one, has itself been acted upon by that enviroment. A literary organization will be what its name implies, or fail to come up to the meaning of its name, just as it exists in a thoroughly cultured or partially cultured community. Among similar organizations of our race, the Bethel association has had an unequaled career, because it was planted in the most cultured community of the race in the United States, if not in the world. And yet even in this cultured community, there have been some slight tendencies that miteated against the highest standards. This slight tendency may be illustrated by two incidents that occurred in recent years in this association. It was duly announced to the community that on a certain Tuesday evening a distinguished local artist would address the association on some phose of art. When the evening in question arrived, the speaker was greeted by about fifty auditors, enthusiastic and appreciative. At that meeting it was announced that on the following Tuesday evening a young and immature university student would speak on 'Booker Washington's False Theories of Education.' Hundreds of expectant auditors poured into this room until the late comer found only standing room. The Bethel L. and H. association has found its true place in the literary-world just about midway between the fifty who are enthusiastic for the great things of life and the hundreds who long for the sensational. Its constant tendency however, is upward toward the heights attained by the fifty lagging behind only for the purpope of conducting to those heights as many as possible of the hundreds at the other extreme. "As a literary society, this organization has had a remarkable career; and has been the means of keeping aglow that love of the humanities kindled at other alters. It has likewise stimulated in those in whom the love of good works did not exist a desire to read such books and to acquaint themselves with the thoughts of the best minds. "As a forum for popular discussion it has a history that is positively unequalled in all the country. It would require ten TOPEKA, KANSAS, FRIDAY MORNING, JUNE 7. 1:01. minutes simply to read the names of distinguished men of the race with their subjects, who have for the last twenty years graced this platform with their presence and charmed the audiences that have gathered here with their logic and eloquence. I cannot however, forbear to mention the names of Frederick Douglass, who became the association's firmest friend, and who delivered numerous addresses before it; the addresses on several occasions attracting national attention. Geo. I. Downing, who attended its earliest meetings, Richard T. Greener, the graceful scholar and cultured gentleman, Chas. B. Purvis, who insists upon being a man always and everywhere, the late Rev. Alex. Crummell, whose memory will not soon die, Bishop H. M. Turner, the restless and fretful one, Rev. W. J. Waring, a man of logical and incissive mind, and of full and accurate information; Bishop Benj. T. Tanner, who was at one time an editor of exceptional brilliancy; Rev. J. C. Price, whose oratory was magnetic and inspiring to those who heard it, is because already a tradition in the generation in which he lived; John M. Langston, the proud and imperial; Dr. E. W. Blyden, a man whose genius has enlightened two continents. This is only a partial list of celebrated speakers who served the association. "The influence going out from here has been uplifting and contagious. All over this city organizations with the forum idea of this organization have sprung into existence and on Sundays from a half dozen rostrumes may be heard speakers of varying degrees of excellence tefling expectant and anxious audiences how to solve the race problem. "From this platform the people of Washington have been taught to judge public speakers and thinkers by the highest standards. There has been a constant development and growth of the public taste during all these years, and our association has contributed its fulll measure of effort to the education of that taste." REPUBLICANS NOMINATE The Republicans of Shawnee county nominated the following list of candidates last Saturday: For treasurer—Frank C. Bowen. For sheriff—Bert Lucas. For clerk—A. Newman. For register—J. B. Marshall. For suveyor—J. P. Rogers. For coroner—H. B. Hogeboom. For commissioner, third district —Frank Harrison. The ticket is entirely satisfactory to the citizens of the county and if the supreme court declares the biennial election law unconstitutional, they will be elected in November by a good majority. Newman, Marshall and Bowen surdrised the people by their magnificent race. THIS IS NEGRO ENTERPRISE. The Plaindealer, Dear Sirs:— The Kansas City Embalming Casket Company at Kansas City, Kansas, will commence business this week. The company will spare no time and money and try to make it pleasant for their customers. It is the duty of every Negro in Kansas City to patronize this institution when they have any business in their line. Edwardsville Kans., To Plaindealer:— Don't forget the "Cross Road Grocery Store" owned and controlled by J. G. Groves. Mr. Groves it doing a business worthy of anybody's attention as well as their patronage. He is doing all in his power to please his customers and supply their wants. NOTES, NOTIONS. R. Sengstacke Abbott Talks-A Pungent Writer Tells of the Use of the Hot Water Bag, Etc. 5,000 NEGROES KILLED During the Past Year they have been Slaughtered Like Beast—Afraid to tell of the Crimes. The world’s greatest liars are the men who take a hand in lynchings. "The colored troops fought bravely" has become a chestnut; get something else! The people in Kansas are beginning to think that their state is furnishing all the theatrical talent of the country. Man, like a rooster, makes a lot of fuss about the house, but if there's any work to be done the woman attends to it. Labor unions in Chicago have vetoed the color line. Why not do the same thing in Topeka? You'll have to before long. During the past year 5,000 Negroes have been killed in the United States. Many of them in remote places in the South, and being afraid to tell the sad story, the public never hears of the many cruel murders. Aguinaldo's son or some of his near relatives will be given an appointment either at West Point or Annapolis or both in the near future. This is to teach the Philippino if they want recognition by the United States, they must hate the Negro, as these two universities do not admit him. The trades' unions of Chicago have been thrown down or given a great blow by their men now at work in Jackson, Miss., who refused to work because two Negroes were at work on the state house. This only shows that the unions in Chicago have opened their doors to the Negro in order that they may be kept out of work in a more refined manner than by shooting them down as Governor Tanner had suggested. Most people of the United States have always been of the opinion that hot water bags were used for medical purposes only and up to this writing your humble servant has been of the same opinion. Then, too, noticing the unusual display in the drug store windows of all shades and colors of this water-holding device, I became very much interested to find out the cause of so unusual a demand in such a small town as Topeka. It only required a few evenings to find out the great use this medical apparatus was put too. On passing the doorway of a Kansas avenue store about 9.30 o'clock the other evening, I noticed three men setting down in the doorway while a fourth stood holding the hot water bag which was strapped about him and contained at least a gallon of "pure rye." The long hose which led from the body of the bottle was passed to each of the individuals as fast as one would get his portion out of its enclosure. It seems the third man "sucked" a little too strongly or jerked the hose in such a way as to pull the bottom out of the bag, and just as I passed the doorway, the whole contents was emptied on the ground. The owner wanted to make this gentleman pay for the wasted whisky, the customer refused, before any definite agreement could be arranged, a "cop" was spied at the corner and the four men beat a hasty retreat. Not only is the hot water bag used in the sale of liquor in Topeka, but in some places you can get a pint of the xxx done up in a pound loaf of bread. Well, if Mrs. Nation could only find these places she will soon demolish them: Friends, it will be better for your children and the community at large if you take hold and do something, one way or the other to remedy this dreadful evil. BEAVTIFVL EXERCISES. Last Friday being the closing day of the school term, a display of the products of the manual training department of the Buchanan street colored school was held in the morning at the school house. Many of the articles on exhibition where afterwards sold, some to the pupils as mementoes of the year's work, but a number of the baskets and articles of clothing as being of real value. In one of the front rooms of the Buchannan school building where the display was held, two long tables were arranged, one containing the work of the boys of the different grades of the department and the other covered with the needle work of the girls. The order of the classes was preserved so as to show the successive steps of the instruction. This work has been given in weekly training classes through the term, the teachers, Miss Gertrude Dick, who has charge of the boys' classes, and Miss Mamie Latham, who directed the girls' work, coming every afternoon so as to conduct one of the five classes, the work having been arranged for the first five school grades. The material for the work has been provided by the board of education, while the teachers' salaries are paid by the Central Congregational Church. Simple cardboard sewing is given in the first grade to both boys and girls, care being taken to have the work as accurate as possible. This is much the same as is done in the kindergarten, but is a trifle more difficult. In the more advanced classes the boys are given wood-carving and basket weaving and the girls sewing. Clay and carboard modeling are also taught in the lower grades, while the fourth and fifth year work is almost exclusively directed to the manufacture of usefui things. In the display were a large number of baskets, many of which are suitable for workbaskets and are of good quality. Of these there are a number yet undisposed of. Some very well made aprons and dresses have been turned out by the upper classes of the girls' division, in which also plain patching, hemming and darning are taught. The work of the Buchanan street school is similar to that done in the South Topeka Industrial Institute, and an effort will be made next fall to induce the older pupils to attend the Institute, where different trades are taught. By another year it is hoped to have a separate room at Buchanan school furnished for the manual training department, which seems to be advancing from the experimental stage. The work was done this year in the regular classrooms, where no conveniences for the pupils or teachers are furnished. The following teachers — C. F. Clinkscale, principal; James A. Page; G. A. Page and Miss Mary Jamison. TEACHERS APPOINTED. The city schools have closed and on last Friday evening the board appointed the following teachers;— Madison School R. H. Wade principal; Nathaniel Sawyer, Nora Sexton, Ella M. Guy, teachers. Monroe School—Fred Roundtree principal; Mattie Page, Felicia Davis teachers. Lane School—S. G. Watkins, principal; David DeFrantz, Hester Hawkins, Dora H. Watkins, teachers. Buchanan School—C. F. Clinkscale, principal; James A. Page, Gaitha Page, Mary Jamison, teachers. Rebcca Chapter No. 8, Order of Eastern Star, elected the following officers for the ensuing year: Matron, Mrs. E. Ridley, Asst. Matron Mrs. Laura Adams; Secretary, Miss Eva Hawkins; Treasurer, Mrs. Clay Odell; Patron, S. G. Watkins; Conductress, Miss Hester Hawkins; Associate conductress, Mrs. Ida Jordan. THE WEDDING BELLS The Swellest Affairs Ever Witnessed in Topeka-Kitchen Showers, Linen Showers, China Showers, Wooden Showers and Baby Showers. TOPEKA AGLORE WITH WEDDINGS The Wedding Bells Were Ringing in Topeka-The Bride and Groom Were There and Several of Their Hosts. The first event of the summer season was the marriage of Mr. William A. Robinson, of Kansas City, Mo., to Miss Helen Williams of this city, daughter of Mrs. Angeline Williams. The marriage and reception was held at the G. A. R. hall, 111 East Seventh street. The ceremony was performed by her brother, Rev. C. A. Williams, of Kansas City, Mo. Her brother, W. C., of Sedalia, gave the bride away and another brother, Bert played the wedding march. Miss Mary Jordan acted as bride's maid and Miss Bessie Williams maid of honor, Mr. W. M. Frye, Kansas City, Mo., best man. The Golden Rod and Art clubs of which she is a prominent member is composed of the following young ladies: Misses Gertrude Solomon, Eva Hawkins, Lizzie Cooper Brown, Gertrude Solomon, Lillie Philips, Lena Thompson, Nora Williams, Rosa Rice, Eva Philips, Katie Harris, Lizzie Spaulding and Missouri Benning. Over one hundred and fifty guests were present and many handsome and useful presents were received. She was dressed in a mode cravonet, with a trimming of white silk and aplique. The bride's maid was attired in a becoming gown of mode cheviot, with a trimming of pink and Persian cloth and carried white cornations. Mr. and Mrs. Robinson left that evening on the 8.30 train for Kansas City, Mo., where they will make their future home. PORTER-HAWKINS. One of the prettiest home weddings that has been witnessed by Topeka society for many days was that of Miss Eva Payne Hawkins to Mr. Robert William Porter on Tuesday evening at the home of the bride, 416 Western avenue. At the sounding of Mendelshon's wedding march, which was played by Miss Lucy J. Bledsoe, the member of the Golden Rod club formed an isle which was immediately entered by the flower bearers, Eva Williams and Earl Odell, neice and nephew of the bride. They were followed by bride and groom with their attendants; Miss Hester Hawkins, sister of the bride, being maid of honor. The parlors were beautifully decorated with palms, smilax and American beauty roses, and at the end of the isle formed by the club girls, the party was met by the Rt. Rev. J. C. C. Owens, of Kansas City, who very impressively preformed the ceremony. The bride looked very charming in a handsome gown of white batiste, with slight train edged with tiny ruffles. The tucked yoke was outlined with tiny ruffles of lace and insertion; white satin stock and sash. The long vail worn was caught high on one side by a cluster of white roses, while she carried a boquet of bride's roses, which were caught by Misses Gertrude Solomon and Katherine Harris. After the ceremony a supper was served to 175 guests. Many handsome presents were received by the wedded couple. NUMBER 23. DING BELLS Witnessed in Topeka—Kitchen s, China Showers, Wooden Baby Showers. WITH WEDDINGS ing in Topeka—The Bride and Several of Their Hosts. Miss Hawkins was recognized as a leader among her associates, her many friends having been made by that pleasing manner she possesed. Mr. Porter is a very energetic young man, and at present is employed by the Thomas Lumber Co. They will be home after June 20, at 1120 North Jackson street. HARRIS-RATLEY. The marriage of Miss Maude Aline Ratley to Mr. Artbur Harris was solomnized by Canyon Bywater, of St. Simon Episcopal church, at the residence of the bride, 213 Taylor street, Wednesday June 5. Promptly at 8.15 Miss Corinne Bennett assumed her position at the piano and as the sweet strains of Mendelshon's wedding march sounded, the bride and groom entered the front parlor unattended and took their position under a canopy of evergreens and roses, where they were met by the Canyon and the solemn duty peeformed. Miss Ratley wore a becoming gown of white batiste. The waist was plain, with a bodice of chiffon and an over drapery of bateste appliqued of chaffon and frills of chiffon. The skirt was plain with graduated flounces and frills of chiffon. After many pleasant congratulations, the guest were invited to partake of a delicious supper which was served in courses. Many handsome presents was received by the bride and groom. Mr. and Mrs. Harris at home Twenty-third and Jefferson St. Assisting ladies: Mesdames. Nichols and Bryant; Misses Corinne Bennett, Lucile Pullen and Myrtle Ratley. ALEXANDER-HAMILTON. Mr. Burton Alexander and Miss Elizabeth Hamilton were married at the priest's parsonage Tuesday evening June 4. The beautiful and impressive ceremony was solomnized by Father Hayden. The bride and groom was attended by Mr. Albert Alexander and Mr. Edward Hamilton as best men. Miss Ella Brashears, the maid of honor, wore a dainty costume of white batiste with trimmings of lace and ribbon. Miss Lucile Pullin, the bride's maid also wore a beautiful costume of white botice with trimmings of ribbon and lace. The bride's dress was of white crepe-dechene. The bodice was very plain with a deep yoke of shared chiffon. The skirt was tucked down to deep accordian plaited flounce which gave it a beautiful effect. The veil which covered her face extended to the hem of her gown, caught high with a beautiful broach the gift of the groom. The reception was held at the residence of the bride which was beautifully decorated. About 150 guests partook of the delicious repast. They were the recepitents of many useful presents. Mr. and Mrs. Alexander will be at home to their friends after July 1st, 1215 Buchanan street. Assistant ladies: Mesdames Wright, Jordan and Roundtree; Misses McNeal and Bennett. --- published at Topeka, Shawnee county, KA., every Friday morning by the Plaindealer Publishing Co., 114 E 9th st. NICK CHILES - BUSINESS MANAGER J. H. CHILDERS - EDITOR One year by mail..... $15 Six months by mail..... 750 Three months by mail..... 500 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] It may be of particular interest to our many readers in Kansas to know of the action of the supreme court of the state of Ohio in relation to lynchings and mobs. In 1896 a law was passed by the state legislature of Ohio, making counties responsible for injuries to persons and property committed by mobs. It will probably be fresh in the minds of some of our readers, the revolting crime of a Negro in Urbana, in assaulting the postmaster's wife in 1897, for which he was lynched. His heirs brought suit and the recent decision of the supreme court in holding the constitutionality of the anti-lynch statute of 1896, gives this statute immediate and complete effect. It also awards to the heirs bringing the suit $5,000 and costs. This decision is of special importance to our branch of the Afro-American Council, that is laboring just now to visit retribution upon the head of the cowardly sheriff of Leavenworth county, whose complicity in the recent outrageous crime—the burning of Fred. Alexander—is conspicious. It is also of national importance since the responsibility of the community for mob violence is founded upon simple justice, and would seem to be about the only effective remedy obtainable. The very moment that a mob, such as occurred recently in Leavenworth county, finds themselves able to override established authority, that moment the mob receives a certain kind of support from the community at large. Now, suppose the citizens and tax-payers of Leavenworth county had realized when they ruthlessly murdered Fred. Alexander, that they would be called upon to pay several thousand dollars damages to the heirs of this unfortunate fellow, they would not have "played such fantastic tricks before high heavens, as would make angels weep" Had Gov. Stanley known that there was such a law upon the statute books of Kansas, he would not have allowed himself to have been lulled to sleep by the slimsy excuses of the gang of blood thirsty ruffians who are supposed to enforce the law in Leavenworth county. Though the Afro-American Council may not be able to prove it, there is a strong suspicion in the minds of a great many people, that the sheriff was a party to this dastardly crime. What we desire to get before the members of the Afro-American Council of Kansas is this: Kansas needs just such a law as this. Let us through our various mediums begin a systematic agitation for the enactment of such a law. The Negro is not the only sufferer from such outrages, and The Plaindealer feels confident that there are thousands of citizens of Kansas only too anxious to wipe out the disgrace that Leavenworth county inflicted, and desire to provide means to prevent its repetition. A similar law has been enacted in the state of South Carolina, but is ineffective because this is a government of the people. It is quite clear that the people of South Carolina desire and demand the administration of barbaric justice. If the colored people of Kansas desire to accomplish something of permanent good to the race, they will work earnestly and honestly for the enactment of an anti-lynch law. Make the community responsible for the doings of mobs. We have never been a very ardent admirer of B. Square Bluster, the down East correspondent of The Indianapolis Freeman, but his recent reading of the riot act to a black rascal for his insulting reference to a bevy of young colored girls, gives us an entirely new view of the nature of the man. As a race we are long on leaders and short on gentlemen. By gentlemen we mean the real article—not the tinfoil article found sucking cigaretts on the corners and leering in the face of every decent looking woman that passes, be she black, white or indifferent. We have entirely too many of that class among our men. Their conduct on the streets and in public places is not-calculated to show any amount of respect for the women of the race. We contribute more to the destruction of pure womanhood in our race, than does the devilish viciousness of the Caucassion. The Negro has got to learn that he must respect himself and race. If we remember correctly, one of the reasons for demanding the removal of Lowman Hill school was because of its unhealthy surroundings. We would like to ask Mr. Dailey, the present representative on the board, if he regards the location of the illy-divised school for colored children to be healthy, much less desirable? There, the drains overflow and stagnate water exhales fever germs. Both the location and building are undesirable and inconveniently arranged for school purposes. If some of the real good people who serve God seven days in a week and find it impossible to send their children to the same school with colored children, they should at least see that the colored children are given equal accommodations. George Washington Dailey will please rise and explain. A native Hawaiian has been recommended by Representrtive Wilcox, of Hawaii, to a cadetship at West Point. Congress has under consideration the advisibility of allowing four representatives from Puerto Rico to enter there. And we expect that as soon as Aguinaldo appears at Washington as the representative of our "little brown brothers" in clouts, room will be made for them at West Point. But Negroes who fought, bled and died that this government might be perpetuated, need not apply. It is very noticeable that the greatest military men of the this nation are ready to lavishly bestow upon the Negro soldier praise for his valor, but when it comes to recognizing the military genius of the race, even the president of these United States becomes suddenly paralized. Lord have mercy on this great nation of ours! We take the following from The St. Joseph Radical: "A certain Radical man is mean. He would not make up this paper this week because the names of two women he hates were presented for publication." Now, we would not be as mean as this man for all the women in the women on earth. Poor, little "Weary Willie." The editorial page of last week's St. Louis Palladium contained a half-tone cut of a "Mammoth Jack," of the Kentucky variety. It was very vulgar and obscence and the postal authorities should investigate the matter. If the owner of "Wheeler" desires to enlighten stock breeders as to his pedigree, abode, etc., he should follow the rule laid down by other owners of such beast and use posters, Great Britian is preparing to reorganize her armies and eliminate many ancient methods that serve to check the effectiveness of her armies. The new war secretary, Mr. Brodick in a speech before the Ashantie Field Force, paid a special tribute to the Negro troops. The English armies may prove a source of refuge for the Negroes of America who find military preferment impossible here. Kansas needs an anti-lynch law. We wonder if the colored man ever thinks how much he is taxed by his extravagance. 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THE STATE OF NEW YORK UNITED STATES OF AMERICA These pictures are beauties. See our regular agents and collectors—they are visiting all the towns and cities of Kansas. If you cannot wait, send your photograph and $1.00 direct to this office and we'll send your paper. All photo's will be returned. Do not allow this opportunity to pass Will you earn one of those elegant broaches by sending us a cash subscription? The Plaindealer is the Negro paper of Kansas. THE WILLIAMSON-HAFFNER ENG CO. ENGRAVING BY ALL PROCESSES DENVER COPYRIGHT would never have scored his marvellous record without pheumatic tires. For casriages and buggies fitted with these and other twentieth century requisites the up-to-date man of Topeka must come to us. We lead and competitors follow, a mile behind. All our vehicles are as comfortable as a fat income and are pictures on wheels, making the handsomest horse look handsomer still. PRIDE OF TOPKATENT No. 24, meets 1st, and d Saturday afternoon of each month at No. 106 North Kansas avenue. Mrs. Ida M. Jordan, Q. M. Miss Anna Reynold, C. R. MACKDONI TABERNACLE No. 83, U. K. T. Hall 809 N. Kansas Avenue. Meets 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month. Mrs. Ida M. Jordan, P.; C. Miss Sarah Walker, C. R. PEARLY ROSE TABernacle No. 77, meets 15 and third Wednesday afternoons of each month at a o'clock at 113 East slath street. G. KERCHAVAL, H. P.; Mrs. S. A. OWEN, C. R. MACEDONIAN LODGE No. 9, GOODSAMARIANS and DAUGHTERS of SAMARIA, meet 2nd and fourth Friday evenings of each month at o'clock at 113 East Seventh street. Visiting Samarias are always welcome. W. E. Jackson, Clinch ALLIN LAWSON, Recording Sec. PUBLICATION NOTICE In the district court of Shawnee county, Kansas: T. F. BRIGHT, Plaintiff, LIZZIE BRIGHT, Defendant, No. 20, 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 the allegations therein contained will be taken as true and judgment rendered accordingly against you and divorcing you from said plaintiff, and granting plaintiff such and further relief as the court may deem proper. [Seal] [Seal] W. I. JAMISON, Attorney for Plaintiff. A. M. CALLAHAM, Clerk District court (4046-1901.) In the district court of Shawnee county, Kansas. MARGARETHA SCHEER, Plantiff, EMMA S. MUNK, J. MUNK AND DAVE CLOSE, Defendants (No 21,047) To Emma S. Munk and J. Munk: (4+2n-190s.) 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 said action on or before the 7th day of June, 1902, or said petition will be taken as true and judgment and a decree rendered accordingly in said action for $400,000, damages claimed by the plantion against said defendants, and that an attachment order has issued and levied upon the following described property as the property of Emma S. Munk and J. Munk, the north 20 feet of south 35 feet of lot number 72 on Kansas avenue, North Topeka, Kansas, commonly known as lot number 680, and that said property will be sold under said attachment order to satisfy judgment. [Seal] W. I JAMISON, Attorney for Plaintiff, A. M. CALLAHAM, Lark District court. (4-26-1901) In the district court of Shawnee county, Kansas: CHRISTOPHER JONES, Plaintiff MARY JONES, Defendant. To Mary Jones: You are hereby notified that you have been sued in the above entailed cause in the above named court by Christopher Jones, your husband and said plaintiff filed his petition with the clerk of the district court of Shawnee county, Kansas on the 1st day of May, 1909, and that unless you ans' wered petition on or before the 15th day of June, 1909, the allegation therein stated, will be taken as 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, Kansas. MARY WARREN LEWIS, Plaintiff, vs. THOMAS LEWIS, Defendant, No. 21,079. 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 Plaintiff did on the 20th day of March, 1901 filled with the Clerk of the District Court of Shawnee County her petition asking that the court grant her a decree divorcing her the said plaintiff from you. Now this is to notify you that unless you answer said petition on or before the and day of July 1904 the said petition will be taken as true and a decree granted divorcing said plaintiff from you and granting such other and further relief as the Court may deem proper. MARY WARREN LEWIS, Plaintiff, Seal. AITT A. M.CALLAHAN, Clerk. WANTED—TRUSTWORTHY MEN AND women to travel and advertise for old established house of solid financial standing. Salary $780 a year and expences, all payable in cash No canvassing required. Give reference and enclose self-addressed stamped envelope. Address Manager, 355 Caxton Bldg, Chicago. WANTED.—Capable, reliable person in every county to represent large company of solid financial reputations $936 salary per year, payable weekly; $3 per day absolutely sure and all expenses; straight, bona-fide, definate salary, no commission; salary paid each Saturday and expense money advanced each week. STANDARD HOUSE, 334 Dearborn st., Chicago. AND women to travel and advertise for old established house of solid financial standing Salary, $780 a year and expenses, all payable in cash. No canvassing required. Give reference and enclose self-addressed stamped envelope. Address Manager, 355 Caxton Bldg., Chicago. 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. 117 W. Fifth St. - Room No. 1 J. M. KNIGHT, UNDERTAKER AND EMBALMER. 632-636 Quincy Street. Topeka, Ks WARNER AND POTTER TELEPHONE 186. 526 and 528 QUINCY STREET. Also Runabout Road Wagons of all kinds, High Wheels and Low wheels, Some with Rubber Tire and some without — at prices to Suit. **** Come and Look Them over WARN TELEPHON Snow's Pine Expectorant Will be at all the Drug Stores and Dealers' all this winter. GET A LITTLE It will knock that cold in a minute. MANUFACTURED IN TOPEKA BY F. A. Snow & Co George Klien & Co MAKERS OF High-Grade Buggy and Team Harness ...Repairing Promptly Executed... 718 Kansas Ave. Topeka, Kan Shampooing and Face Massage. Mrs. Hattie E. Van Vleck, Hair Dresser and Manufacturer..... Hair to match all Complexions. SWITCHES AND HAIR JEWELRY. 220 East Fifth Street, Topeka, Kansas OFFICE HOURS: 4 TO 11 A. M. To 5, 7 to 9 P. M. 1 TO P. M. WM. E. JACKSON, M. D. PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON. Off. 404 Kansas Ave. vvor Wallace's Drug Store. TELEPHONE 635. TOPEKA, KAN McIVOR The Hambletonian Stallion, Time 2.24. Will make the season at the Fair Ground. McIvor is the handsomest troting stallion in the West. Call at the barn and see nim. HENRY HATCHER, Manager. TERMS, $10.00 TO INSURE. | 112 W. 7th St. ASK YOUR GROCER FOR Ralston The 5 Minute Breakfast Food. Purina Health Flour Makes "BRAIN BREAD." PURINA MILLS, St. Louis, Mo. O. A. TAYLOR, M. D PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON Calls answered day and night. 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We also want agents in every county and district in the country to sell ten cents in stamps we will also send our magnificent agents can it. If you will enclose only two sheets of胶带 we will also send our magnificent vassing book. We allow highest commissions, pay freight and fill orders on this. Write at once! J. L. Nichols O Co., Naperville it. If you will enclose only ten cents in change we will also send our magnificent agents' can- vassing book. We allow highest commission, pay freight and fill orders on thirty days' credit. Write at once J. L. Nichols & Co., Naperville, Illinois Rice Bros., 1303 Kansas Ave. Mrs. E. Drain returned from a visit in Oklahoma last week. Burt Lytle, son of J. R. Lytle, is very ill at Pitt-burg, Pa. Mrs. M. Oden and little daughter are visiting friends in the city. Mrs. Clara McNeil of Peoria, Ill is the guests of Mrs. Clarence Moss. Miss Winta Beck of Lawrence, sent a few days in the city last week. Joseph Brasheaas was appointed as fireman at the Electric plant this week. Mr. and Mrs. James Richardson, were visiting in Slater, Mo., last Sunday. L. H. Heckman, manager car No. 2. Sells & Grays circus, was in town last week. Miss Nora Sexton will spend her vacation at her home in Ft. Scott Kansas. Mrs. A. Ramey, of Denver, is the guest of her niece Mrs. G. W. Hamilton. When out strolling, stop at Rice Bros., Ice Cream Parlor and refresh yourself. Mrs. Cora Ratley and two children of Wichita are visiting relatives and friends. Vacation has come and glad tidings it brings to each and every school child. The Oak Leaf club met last week with Mrs. Simou Jordan at 1187 Lane street. W. D. Woodall was appointed to his old position as trimmer for the Electric plant. The rally at St. Mark's A. M. E. church was quite a success; $93.23 being realized. Misses Felicia Davis and Hester Hawkins will attend the State Normal this Summer. Misses Mary Jordan and Maggie Vault are contemplating a visit to Lawrence soon. Miss Lena McNeal to Lawrence Tuesday to attend the K. U. commencement. Hon. Robt. M. C. Williams, attorney at Lawrence, was in town Monday on legal business. George Bivens, manager of the Lawrence Atheletic club, was in town Monday on Business. C. W. Shaffer, son of Bishop Shafter of Washington, D. C., is with the Capital Pharmacy Co. Remember Rice Bros., are prepared to furnish you Ice cream at either wholesale or retail, Mrs. M. D. Jones entertained Miss Bledsoe and Rev. Bacote at Breakfast last Tuesday e ening. T. N. Pillow and Alfted Kuykendall were elected delegates to the Encampment at Junction City. Miss Marrie Payne, of Kansas City, Mo. is in the city visiting her grand mother, Mrs. Ellen Slaughter. Mrs. Annie Whitefeet, of Louis ville, Ky., is visiting her brother, W. D. Cooper, in Highland Park this summer. Miss Viola Troutman, daughter of the Hon. James Troutman, was one of the graduates from the High School. Andrew Williams and wife were in Topeka last week, attending the wedding of their sister, Miss Ella Williams. Mrs. Mamie Oden and little daughter, of Kansas City, Mo., is in the city visiting her parent, Mrs. Campbell. Col. Jeltz received 40 votes at last Saturday's primaries. He claims that he was elected from two to three hundred votes. Brown—Bass. Mr. Frank Brown and Miss Lutie Bass were married at the residence of the brides mother, Saturday afternoon May 25th. Mr. Walter Caldwell one of Topeka's estimateable young men, graduated Wednesday from the State Normal. Lee Jefferson received a telegram from Vicksburg, Miss., announcing the death of his sister, Mrs. Josephine Wright. The Misses Harris entertained at one o'clock dinner, Sunday, complimentary to Miss Eva Hawkins and Mr. Albert Porter. The Imperial Dancing Club will give their closing Sorice Friday evening, June 7, 618 Kansas Ave. Music by Guy's orchestra. Geo. Slaughter, who has been visiting in the city for the past two weeks, returned to his home in Los Angeles, Cal., last Saturday. G. W. Cannon was appointed patrolman last week. He is efficient, capable and an experienced officer, and knows the crooks and thugs. Misses Hattie Harper and Clara Williams gave a fishing party at Silver Lake last Thursday. The party was chaperoned by Miss Lucy Pullin. Mayor Hughes appointed C. P. Muson Supt. of the City Electric Plant last week. He is an expert electrician and an honest and concientious man. There will be an interdenominational rally for the benefit of the Industrial Institute at Shiloh Baptist Church Sunday, June 16th, at three o'clock. Let everybody try to make the rally a success. Your assistance will be appreciated. The Oriental Art Club met last Friday afternoon with Mrs. Emma Gaines. The afternoon was spent in work after which a dainty repast was served. The Club will meet Friday afternoon June 7, with Mrs. Helm 1201 west 12th street. Miss Mary Jordan entertained Tuesday evening May 28th, complimentary to the brides parties of Miss Ella Williams and Miss Eva Hawkins. The evening was spent in games and music, after which the guests enjoyed a dainty two-course luncheon served by hostess, assisted by Mesdames. L. Brown, S. Jordan and Misses Gertrude Soloman, Lizzie Spalding. Misses Pearl and Lenis Stewart gave a kitchen shower in honor of Miss Eva Hawkins on last Thursday afternoon. About thirty young ladies were present. The afternoon was spent in card playing and telling fortunes by the aid of the wegee board. A dainty repast was served and many useful articles received. Misses Eliza Britt and Lucy Pullin entertained Friday afternoon complimentary to Miss Eliza Hamilton. About forty guest called during the afternoon. Very unique sovineirs were given. In the evening the Owl club and the brides and grooms elect were entertained and later in the evening were tendered a serenade by the mandolin club. Miss Eliza Hamilton was the guest of honor Saturday afternoon at a "china shower" given by Miss Ella Brashers. Cards were given to each guest upon which they wrote the two favorite flowers of the bride. Miss Pullen being the successful lady, was presented with a beautiful handkerchief Miss Hamilton, the bride, was the recipient of many beautiful pieces of china. The Golden Rod Club was entertained Friday evening of last week at the home of Miss Roselia Rice, 1324 Kansns Ave, with almost a full attendance of the Club, and also some visitors, and a delightful time was had by those present. The Club at its meeting extended to Misses Ella Williams and Eva Hawkens words of pleasant thoughts of their further happiness, and also presented them many handsome and useful presents in linens. After several selections of music, which was rendered by Miss Eva Phillips, the ladies were shown to the dining room where a dainty repast was served. Messrs. Richardson and Rucker would like it understood that they can care for the street social affairs and ask that Mr. Nick keep alter his real estate. The Sun Set club composed of the youngng men of this city, with 'John Canada Pres, Ben Gaines Sec. and Calvin Allen Treas., will give their initial party at Vinewood park on the twenty-seventh of June. The above named boys are all well known to Topeka society, having been advertised by that push, energy and untiring efforts, which has characterized all social affairs previously engineered by them. There will be twelve parties in this summer's series. Last Friday evening the young ladies of the Topeka High School highly entertained the graduates of the May Class 1900 and 1901 at a picnic given in their honor at Garfield park. The evening was spent in boating and games of various kinds until 7:30 at which time a delicious lunch was spread by Misses Dean, Harden and Paterson. Notwithstanding the score stood thirteen to three in favor of the feminines, a most enjoyable time was had. To all Churches and ex-slaves, and to doth old and young, likewise: You are cordially invited to the 2d Missionary Baptist Church, corner 1st and Monroe streets, where a grand lecture will be given by Mr. J. B. Wilder, subject—"When to Marry, How to Marry, Who to Marry." And other matters will follow the subject. Yon will do yourself no harm by coming. The date of meeting will be Monday, June 10th. Admission, adults 10 cts, and children 5 cts. Ice cream will be served free after the lecture and other refreshments will be on hand. Please don't forget lecture to call. This subject is a very important one. No more at present. Sunday, June 9, 1901. The Twentieth Anniversary of Children's day will be celebrated as follows: 11.00 A. M. special Sermon by the pastor to the children. 3.00 P. M. Children's program. Parents are requested to bring the children to the afternoon service for baptism. 8.00 P. M. Special program and Song service to be assisted by the Choir. All are cordially invited and made welcome to the services. Daughters of getting along joining. They E. Sixth street 30, in joint their annual delivered on one The ses- The B Streetlected as the White, former-C. O., of the ill leave their aid by Jackson's best be at their Kohl's Cou For Coughs Sore Throat Price 25 Cent CARY SAFE The Knights and Daughters of Tabor of Topeka are getting along nicely and many are joining. They met in their hall, 112 E. Sixth street Thursday night May 30, in joint session to arrange for their annual sermon, which will be delivered on the third Sunday in June. The session opened at 8.30. The B Street Baptist church was selected as the place and Rev. W. H. White, formerly of Memphis, will be C. O., of the day. The Knights will leave their hall at 2 o'clock, headed by Jackson's band. All Knights must be at their hall at 1 o'clock in full dress regalia. Sermon will be preached at 3 o'clock Weaim to move on time, and those failing to be there at that hour will be left behind. Everybody come and hear Sir White, as he is one of the order's oldest members. Fire and Burgh VAULTS, L Contracts to United RANSOM TAYLOR, D. G. M., MISS SARAH WALKER, C. M. It Matters Not These E WHAT YOU NEED IN THE FU LINE IT WILL PAY YOU AND WELL TO SEE Crosby Bros. These Extensive Alterations FORCE US TO MAKE LOW PR OUR OFFERINGS THIS WEEK NUMBERS— These Extensive Alterations FORCE US TO MAKE LOW PRICES IN OUR OFFERINGS THIS WEEK. SOME NUMBERS— Jq Parler Furniture TH FO THREE PIECE SETS AND GILT FOR HALF PRICE. --- A Chance For Recreation The 1900 and 1901 Picnic. General Notice. J. B. WILDER. Knights of Tabor. BEFORE. AFTER. TRADE-MARK. BEFORE. AFTER. Recognizing the fact that there are many 60 CALLED hair-growers and hair-straighteners now on the market, and knowing to a certainty that many of these are frauds 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, through 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 through test by the colored people of that time it was pronounced an honest-t, 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 cause the hair to grow long and straight, soft and fine, and as beautiful as an April 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. Seeing 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 buying these spurious compounds, which are filled with animal fats, and do the hair more harm than good. To these let us sound a warning—be careful what you use on your hair. Do not be deceived by flaring adverti-ements and big words. Buy the King of all Hair Tonics. OZONO. with an iron-clad guarantee to do all that is $50.00. Now, we ask you a plain question, to forfeit $50.00 if you are dissatisfied with not true to all we claim for them? We be under this guarantee, and we are glad to Ozono has been satisfied in every respect. People are to-day using our preparations, and Ozono as the King of all Hair Tonics. Ozono is out of Knotty, Kinky, Harsh, Curly. Re- it will make short, harsh hair long and stra- ll itching, worrying scalp diseases. Itch, I do not live after Ozono has been applied. It wint. It will restore gray hair to its natural soft. At here, let us make a statement. Many first straighten hair, but when they send the pre- ferrals. Friends, do not use hot irons; they rather, and cause it to drop out. Ozono straight- enance. Nothing but Ozono is necessary, and after. You can stop the use at any time. T been in a day or two after the first application of Ozono is 50c. a bottle—4 boxes do the after, which is good at any time: Cut out this with it the sum of One Dollar, and we wipe of Ozono and one large bottle of Electra black skin bright, rough skin soft and pli- also removes all facial imperfections, and. We will also include one fancy jar of ous 's great beautifier—removes wrinkles, moth- blemishes; makes the old look young and also include one package of our celebrated Sc EMICIGLY PURE, and no soap but a purice 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 Ozono 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, Hareh, 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, Erzema, 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 they 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. Ozone straightens without any outside assistance. Nothing but Ozone 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 Ozono 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 boxes of Ozono and one large bottle of Electrical Skin Refiner, which makes black skin bright, rough skin soft and pliant, and cures all skin diseases. Also removes all facial imperfections, and actually removes small-pox pits. 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 Try a Bottle of ohl's Cough Mixtu For Coughs, Colds, H Sore Throat, Etc. ce 25 Cents per Bot SAFE COM Kohl's Cough Mixture Price 25 Cents per Bottle. CARY SAFE COMPANY BUFFALO, N. Y., U. S. A. ...Manufacturers... and Burglar Proof FAULTS, LOCKS, ETC. to United States Gov Contracts to United States Government. ED IN THE FURNITURE PAY YOU AND PAY YOU Crosby Bros. Alterations MAKE LOW PRICES IN GS THIS WEEK. SOME ture SETS AND GILT CHAIRS CE. WHAT YOU NEED IN THE FURNITURE LINE IT WILL PAY YOU AND PAY YOU WELL TO SEE Crosby Bros. THREE PIECE SETS AND GILT CHAIRS FOR HALF PRICE. Crosby Bros. be used on the scalp. And, lastly, to prove our liberality, we will put in a pint package of Anti-Odor, a positive care for Sore Throat or Mouth, all forms of Womish Diseases, Chilblains, Sore and Frosted Feet; also removes all smells and colors arising from the human body, such as feet, arm pits, etc. The actual value of this Grand Aggregation is $400, but we let you have it for $1.00, simply to introduce honest goods. In order to protect the public in general from imitations of our goods, and to avoid mistakes, we have placed upon our coupon our 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 thus-and-of testimonials we have not spaced to publish. Here is a sample of one: Boston Chemical Company: Dear Sirs,—You are at liberty to state in any newspaper that I have used OZOZN, and give it my most hearty recommendation. I have been fooled so often, it does me good to recommend honest goods. Gentlemen. After using OZONO a short while only, I am glad to say that my hair is already straight and growing finely. MISS BE-SIE POWERS. 283 Missouri street, Toledo, O. 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. Boston Chemical Co., 4 Boxes of Ozono, worth $2.00 1 Bottle Electrical Skin R filter, worth 50c. 1 Bottle Electrical Skin Food, worth 50c. 1 Packager (1 pint) Anti-Odor, worth 50c. 1 Package Scalp Soap, worth 50c. Total, $4.00. "What The Outlook does is to give the fairest, the most unbiased, the clearest conception of the many momentous occurrences which are shaping the world's history to-day. This weekly combines the functions of the newspaper and of an illustrated magazine, and discusses politics, religion, education, economics, literature, and art," New York Times. In The OUTLOOK LYMAN ABBOTT & HAMILTON W. MABIE, EDITORS during the months of November, December, and January will appear a series of ten autobiographical papers from telling the romantic story of his life, from birth in a Virginia slave cabin to the eminent position which he holds as the builder and head of Tuskegee Institute and the honored and trusted leader of the colored race in this country. Every Reader of This Paper will surely be interested in Mr. Washington, *... story, and as a special offer in order to introduce THE Outlook to new readers, we will send THE Outlook for the three months above mentioned at the special price of twenty-five cents (regular price, seventy-five cents), providing the name of this paper is mentioned. THE Outlook tells the story of world happenings every week in short, clear, labor-saving paragraphs. Address ● Submission Department B, THE Outlook, 287 Fourth Avenue, New York City. UNION LOCK POULTRY FENCE For Poultry, Rabbits, Orchards, Gardens, etc. Stronger and closer spacing than any other make. Our Union Lock Hog, Field and Cattle Fence, Union Lawn Fence Gates, etc., guaranteed first class. Your dealer should handle this line—if not, write us for prices. Catalogue free. LARGEST AND MOST COMPLETE BUGGY FACTORY ON EARTH WRITE FOR PRICES AND CATALOGUE OUR GOODS ARE THE BEST OUR PRICE THE LOWEST PARRY MFG. CO. INDIANAPOLIS, IND. Boston Chemical Company; Dear Sir, You are a used OZONO, and give it foolled so often, it does me g Here is another: Gentlemen.—After using that my hair is already stra A last word. OZONO cause a beautiful and luxur you can use it to secure "OZONO." Send us $1.00 day we receive your order. BOSTON CHEMICAL CO., 310 E. Broad St., Richmond, Va. ATCHISON, KANSAS. Misses Mae L. Lewis and Sadie Stone, teachers in our public schools, left for their homes last week. Mrs. Joke Starr left Tuesday for Hot Springs for the benefit of her health. Messrs. J. D. Roberts and J. D. Colbert will visit Kansas City this weed. Mrs. Johnson, of Centralia, is visiting her daughter, Mrs. Emma Briggs. M. and Mrs William Porter celebrated their twentieth anniversary—china wedding, at their residence, 832 Mound street, Saturday June 1. They received many handsome and useful presents from their friends in and out of the city. The Ladies Anniversary club kept up its usual good record with a ten dollar present. One hundred and eleven of the best people of Atchison attended in their best suits. A rich table was spread and a merry, good time enjoyed by all. After the guests had expressed their good wishes, they returned home at the twelfth hour, highly elated over the occasion and carrying in their minds the picture of a beautifully decorated home. The V street Tennis club has the following officers; Preston Mosley, president; Taylor Monroe, vice-president; Miss Mae Bowen, secretary; Dr. G. G. Brown, treasurer. They have an excellent location and take much interest in the game. The Knights and Daughters of Tabor installed officers at McInteer hall Thursday evening. The ceremonies were well conducted and they had a big financial success. Mrs. H. Jackson was installed chief priestess and John Burdette chief mentor. Rev. Smothers' new house is all right. Dr. J. A. Taylor has purchased a nice residence on North Tenth street and will move into it soon. A Few Lawrence Happenings. Prof. W. E. Gray, principal of one of the Atchison schools is in the city attending the K. U. commencement and also Spurgeon Grry, the pharmist. Green Keith, one of the wealthiest farmers in Kansas reports the strawberry crop as being very poor. The following persons are reported being on the sick list: Mrs. Robinson, C. Henson, William Carter, Mrs. C. R. Harvey, J. Davis, Mrs. Lester and Father Henderson. Misses V. Wallace and C. Jordana prominent teachers of St. Louis, attended the High School commencement last week. Miss Sadie Stone has returned after a very successful school year in Atchison. Miss Catie Lynk, of Atchison is visiting Miss Stone. Miss Etta Hill, who has been teaching in Muskogee, I. T., for the past two years is spending her vacation in North Lawrence. Rev. Decelland spent last Sunday morning with Rev. Grant in Kansas City Kansas. Rev. Horace Muse delivered a very able discourse at the Warren street Baptist church last Sunday evening. He departed Monday for his home in Highbee, Mo. Mrs Nellie Irving left one day this week for an indefinite visit in Kansas City, Mo. Dame Rumor says that the wedding bells are soon to ring in Lawrence. Guess who it is? Rev. Dr. Collins' rally at St. Luke's A. M. E. church last Sunday was a decided success. S. Grande Toole, of K. U., has left for his home in Kansas City, to the regret of the Warren street church and a host of young people. Miss Alta Hoyt is at home after a short visit in the country. She is slowly recovering from her recent illness. Miss F. Crouch, W. Penn and Miss Enola Lacy spent Saturday night with Mr. and Mrs. Carson near Blue Mound. The Young Misses Twentieth Century club is to picnic in the close future. The moonlight picnic at Lake View last Friday night was enjoyed by a large number of young people. It was given in honor of Miss E. C. Jones, of Alton, Ill., and the students of K. U. Mrs. B. Hawkins chaperoned the paety. Deacon Gregg's shop was broken into last Sunday and a trunk belonging to Rev. Decelland was also entered and a number of valuable papers was destroyed. We make prices low enough to attract the attention of every housekeeper who has an interest in saving money. We sell good goods and at prices equal to—if not less—than a great many dealers pay at wholesale. SHILOH JOTTINGS. The Scepter shall not depart from Judah, nor a law-giver from between his feet till Shiloh come. Services were well attended all day at Shiloh. In the absence of the pastor, the church held consecration service in the morning; and Mr. C. C. Crockett preached his trial sermon at 8 p.m. Mr. Crockett certainly did splendid and we anticipate for him much success, if he will continue to study and apply the sacred word. Let me say in this connection that there are entirely too many men bearing the name of minister, who do not administer anything sacred, nor minister to the needy. It is more than a notion to be a preacher of righteousness, and unless men are going to obey the sacred and imperative command they should not seek the office of preacher, for they become a laughing stock to the church and a source of perpetual amusement, a stumbling block and an object of reproach to the world, God does not call men to lay around churches that have pastors, to make shipwreck of the sacred calling, to engage in all kinds of business and yet try to retain the dignity of the ministerial office. Our churches should revoke the license of every minister who does not seek to carry the truth where they have it not, or does not have a reasonable excuse for not obeying the command and keep his promise to carry the gospel; and the church should be the Judge. Pastor Helm and wife spent a part of Saturday and all day Sunday in K. C. Kan. assisting Pastor Grant in his rally. Rev. Helm preached Sundap night, and Mrs. Helm played for the choir and church morning and night. Rev. Grant realized $543.76 in his rally and is correspondingly happy. Mrs. R. L. Helm, Mr. Wm, Reynolds, J. R. Martin assisted the Presbyterian church in their concert Tuesday night. Mrs. Millie Jodes made it possible for Rev. Helms and wife to enjoy their trip to K. C. by caring for their children while they were away. Very kind, indeed. Miss Katie Davis is taking a course in Douglas hospital in Kan-as City. She is getting along very well indeed; likes her position and is well liked by the officials of the institution. We had the pleasnre of calling on her and she very kindly showed us through the building, the appointments of which are splendid and a credit to the race and city. Our friends are invited to come and worship with us. We are preparing to put in a new furnace and pews, and we want all to help us enjoy them. The closing exercises of the Industrial Institute began Sunday, May 26, and closed Wednesday, May 29. The entire exercises were well attended. The people fully demonstrated their interest in the work. Space will allow us to give the public only a brief synopsis of the exercises. The annual Sermon was preached Sunday morning at St. John's A. M. E. Church. Rev. W L Grant, pastor of the First Baptist church, Kansas City, Kansas, delivered the sermon. Rev. Grant's reputation as a logician, scholar and preacher is too well established for us to comment on the sermon, suffice it to say, that it excelled any of his previous efforts. The Institute Chorus delighted every one with their beautiful anthems and the progress of the band was a surprise to many. The church was most tastily decorated with palms, roses, and yellow and purple bunting. 100 lbs. Best Pat. Flour.....$1.90 17 lb. Best Granulated Sugar.....$1.00 Armour's Extract Beef, 50c jar for... .45 12 bars Extra Good Laundry Soap.....25 Java and Mocha Coffee, per lb.....20 2 lbs. good Santos Coffee.....25 Very choice Japan Rice, 10c quality, per lb.....05 6 lbs. California Prunes.....25 4 lbs. White Ring Apples.....25 2 lbs. Best Kappa Cheese.....25 Anchor Matches, per pkg.....15 Best triple strength Extract in the market—2 oz. Lemon.....20 2 oz. Vanilla.....25 8 oz. bottle Standard Extract.....25 Monday evening the Musical Department gave its annual recital The program consisted of vocal, piano and brass band selections. Miss Emma Thomas, Clay Center, the coming soprano, received a most hearty encore to each of her numbers. The band test in rudiments and the command of instruments was very interesting. Prof. G. W. Jackson and Miss Nellie Hicks, the directors, have proven their competency to handle the department successfully. Tuesday night, the students of the Normal and Industrial Departments rendered a joint literary and musical program. They certainly acquitted themselves creditably. The rendition of the selections showed very careful and thorough preparation. These exercises were of a very high order and the teachers deserve the commendation and support of our people throughout the west. The literary work this year has been under the direction of Prof. Edward Graves, Miss Gertrude Richardson and Miss Susie Pace. The general closing occurred Wednesday afternoon. The Assembly Hall was beautifully decorated with bunting of the national colors and purple and yellow, the colors of the school. Pictures of Fred Douglas, Booker T. Washington and others adorned the wall. The following program was rendered: Address, Mr Joab Mulvane, President Board Trdstees, Music, Institute Chorus, Address, Governor W E Stanley, Music, Institute Chorus, Address, Mr. James H Guy, Selection, Institute Band, Benediction, Rev. M T Hooks. The addresses were fraught with helpful advice to our young people. Gov. Stanley spoke at length on the possibilities of the school and the opportunities that it afforded our young men and women to learn useful trades; thereby becoming self-supporting. He urged the mothers and fathers to have their sons and daughters take advantage of these opportunities. It is hoped that the Governor's timely and helpful address will arouse an interest among the colored people throughout the state and cause them to place their children in the Institute next fall. We can not say too much for the exhibits from the various departments. The Sewing division, Miss Lula B. Harris instructor, had a very large display of neatly made and well fitting dresses, shirt-waists, skirts and various other garments. None of the young women have been taking instruction more than eight months and their progress has been phenomenal. The sewing division uses the Harriet A. Brown (Boston, Mass.) Dress-making System, which is one of the best systems in the country. The Millinery division, Mrs. E. Graves, instructor, had a very pretty line of hats of varied shapes and most beautiful trimmings. We are pleased to see our girls enter this new line of work. No home can be a happy one unless the culinary work is all right.—The exhibit from the cooking division, Mrs. S. R. McLain, instructor, very good. It consisted of bread, cakes, pies, salads, gravies, roasted chicken and other palatable viands sufficient to tempt the appetite of the mosr fastidious. The Carpentry and Paint shops, Mr J L Buckner, instructor, had a very creditable display of the work done in that department. There were tables, stands, cabinets, a tool chest and various other useful articles. The exhibit from the Printing and Book-binding divisions was very complete. It consisted of copies of The Western Correlator, cards, letter heads coupon books, invitations, dodgers, in fact everything in a general printing. Of the whole exhibit, Governor Stanley said:—"I have never seen so much accomplished in such little time. Your solution is the right one 2 sacks Salt, same size as is usually sold for 10c, our price..... .05 1-2 bu. Market Haskets, each..... .03 Oil Sardines, per box 1-4 lb..... .05 Oil Sardines, per box 1-2 lb..... .10 Large bottle Bluing..... .05 Hein's Tomato Catsup, per bottle..... .10 The prospects for Strawberries are much better since the rain—Don't forget to place your order for a case before it is too late. 25c pkg. Postum..... .20 25c pkg. Gold Dust..... .18 2 10c pkgs. Sapolio..... .15 2' lbs. Fresh Ginger Snaps..... .15 41 bs. Crisp Seda Crackers..... .85 COMING SOON GRAYS UNITED CIRCUSES The Only Big Responsible Show Coming This Season TOPEKA, AFTERNOON AND EVENING THURSDAY, JUNE 13 and your institution will do more to uplift your people and place them on a safer basis than a thousand petty political offices will." Thursday afternoon and evening, the ladies of the city gave a benefit reception at the institute. A very large crowd attended and the ladies felt amply rewarded for their labor. Quite a neat sum was realized. ...CHEAP... Excursion Great Rock Island Route —RATES TO— COLORADO. ONLY DIRECT LINE TO COLORADO SPRINGS AND MANITOU. Take advantage of these cheap rates and spend the vacation in Colorado. Sleeping car reservations may be made now for any of the excursions Write for full information and the beautiful book "COLORADO THE MAGNIFICENT"—sent free. JNO. SEBASTIAN, G. P. & T. A., Chicago, Ill. E. W. THOMPSON, A G. P. & T. A., Topeka, Ks. JAMES H. SOME OF OUR OUT-OF-TOWN WHEN IN LEAVENWORTH. CALL AT JOHN BARKER'S FIRST CLASS, Restaurant. Ice Cream, and Lunch at all hours. 408 5th. ST. LEAVENWORTH, KANS. FINE GROCERIES, FLOUR OF ALL GRADES.... 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. WEBB & T. J. ANDERSON, Cor. 5th Ave and Mich., Leavenworth. Kas. 'Phone 447. When in Kansas City Please Call at The Chicago Cafe, HEMRY COMPTON, Prop. 706 E. 12 St., - Kansas City, Mo has opened up a new Butcher Shop so as to accommodate his many friends and customers. Take great pride in making prompt deliverys. Carry a full line of Choice Meats of all kinds. Have one of the most experienced Butchers the City affords to wait on our Customers. COR, FIRTH AVE. AND MICHIGAN. LEAVENWORTH. ADVERTISEMENT 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. WHEN IN LAWRENCE CALL AT— Cy Richardson's Restaurant. 845 E. WARREN STREET. WESTERN UNIVERSITY QUINDARO, KANSAS. DEPARTMENTS, Theological, Normal, Preparatory, State Industrial and Musical. ADVANTAGES, Instructors from Leading Colleges, Good Water, Exc cellent Drainage, Healthful Climate. School term of nine months, begins Sept. 10, 1900. EXPENSE —Per month, Board 5 50; Tuition and Rates Reat 2,000 Industrial Training FREE of charge. For further particulars and Catalogue, Address. WM. TECUMSEH VERNON, A. M. QUINDARO, KANSAS. WE HAVE OZONIZED OX MARROW IN STOCK.... 50c Also full line Pure Drugs, Chemicals, Toilet Articles, Sponges, Candies, etc. THE CAPITAL PHARMACY CO., 929 Kansas Ave.