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THE TOPEKA PLAINDEALER. Triumph of the Gospel Rev. W. E. Helm, of the Shilo\ Baptist Church,\ Delivers an Instructive Sermon. AIAH XLII-4. fail nor be discour- set judgment in the isles shall wait EFACE. religion and its visi- Christianity, has, years, been the obs- corn and abuse. revelation, history been assaulted with and strenuous force as religion of Jesus Christ manifestation, Christ- rine. By h's expiatory sacrifice the imperfect sacrifices of the Temple were at once consummated and abolished. The Ceremonial law, which consisted only of types and figures, was succeeded by a pure and spiritual worship, equally adapted to all climates, as well as to every condition of mankind; and for the inni-tion of blood was substituted the inni-tition of water. Our curiosity prompts us to enquire by what means the christian faith obtained so remarkable a victory over the established religions of the earth. I. The inflexible and the undaunted zeal of the Christians, derived it is true, from the Jewish religion, but purified from the narrow and unsocial spirit which, instead of inviting, had deterred the Gentiles from embracing the law of Moses. II The doctrine of a future life, improved by every additional circumstance which could give weight and efficacy to that important truth. III. The miraculous powers ascribed to the primitive church. V. The union and discipline of the Christian Republic, which gradually formed an independent and increasing state in the heart of the Roman Empire. THE SPREAD OF CHRISTIANITY. Continuing, Gibbon says; "The Progress of Christianity was not confined to the Roman Empire." "And according to the Primitive Fathers who interpret facts by prophecy, the new religion, within a century after the death of its Divine Author, had already visited every portion of the 'globe.' "There exists not," says Justin Martyr, "a people, whether Greek or Barbarian, or any other race of men, by whatsoever appellation or manners they may be distinguished, however ignorant of arts or agriculture, whether they well under tents, or wander about an covered wagons, among whom prayers are not offered up in the name of a crucified Jesus, to the Father and Creator of all things." This last statement of Justin Martyr is concise and sweeping and seems to be more than historian Gibbon can palatably swallow. Yet, brethren beloved of God, partakers of the tribulations and joys of the kingdom of God with me, let us revert to the sacred history for the beginning of the authenticity of this all-comprehensive declaration. Acts II, 1-12. "And when the day Pentecost was come, they were all with one accord in one place and so denly there came a sound from heaven as of a rushing, mighty wind, and it filled all the house where they were sitting. And there appeared into them cloven tongues like as of fire, and it sat upon each of them, and they were all filled with the glory Ghost, and began to speak with other tongues as the spirit gave them utterance. And there were dwelling at Jerusalem Jews, devout men, out of every nation under heaven. Now when this was noised abroad, the multitude came together, and were confounded, because that every man heard them speak in his own language. And they were all amazed and marvelled, saying one to another, Behold, are not all these which speak Galileans? And how hear we every man in our own tongue, wherein we were born? Parthians, and Medics, and Elamites, and the dwellers 1. Mesopotamia, and in Judea, and n Cappadocia, in Pontus, and Ana Phrygia, and Pampylia, in Egypt, and in parts of Lybia, about Cyrine, and strangers of Rome, Jews and roselytes, Cretes and Arabians, we to hear them speak in our own tongues the wonderful works of God." It seemed to be the will of the Omnicient Deity to gather in one great body on that particular day, the nations of the then known u-diverse, of any particular importance, that the visible divine manifestation might be unto "them that sat in darkness" of the great plan of human redemption, and unto them that waited and patiently searched for that truth, npon them the light shined in the persons VOLUME III. "He shall not fail nor he discouraged, till he have set judgment in the earth; and the isles shall wait 'or his law.' PREFACE The subject of religion and its visible manifestation, Christianity, has for two thousand years, been the object of criticism, scorn and abuse. No other science, revelation, history or religion has been assaulted with such constant and strenuous force as has been the religion of Jesus Christ and its visible manifestation, Christianity. No other truth, fallacy, myth or theory, has been so persistently misunderstood by its enemies and friends; yet, through this labyrinthian vortex of opposition it has stood as the beaten anvil to the hammer stroke. Like the anvil it has endured, while the hammers have worn out and been cast aside as uselkess. It shall not be left to other people but it shall stand forever, a monument of his immaculate Omniscience SUBJECT MATTER. To the thoughtful student, the diligent inquirer after Biblical truth, no text of the Bible is fraught with such or rather more weight of Divinity and His glorious attributes than this. It holds out hopes of eternal consolation and assurances to His struggling followers in all ages of the world, and bids them not to fear, for he shall not fail nor be discouraged until his full, free and glorious work shall be accomplished. The Evangelical seer, speaking as he was inspired by El Bethel, prophesied of the coming king and his glorious appearing. "Unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given, and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counselor, The Mighty God, The Everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace." Of the extent of his influence and authority he declared; "Of the increase of his government and peace there shall be no end. The zeal of the Lord of Hosts will perform this." Of his splendid offices Magnificent, Benevolent and Philanthropic mission, and his holy work he declared: "The Spirit of the Lord God is upon me; because the Lord hath annotated me to preach good tidings unto the meek; he hath sent me to bind up the broken he arted, to proclaim liberty to the cap over and the opening of the prison to incent that are bound; to proclaim the acceptable year of the Lord, and the day of vengeance of our God; to comfort all that mourn." In the all-comprehensive plan of Salvation, God Jehovah chose and ordained the Jew as the vehicle to carry the monotheistic faith, and the channel by which or through which the knowledge of one God should be conducted was through this Hebrasite nation. From it also the nations drew their knowledge of the true God. Through them his being, his relation, and his work among the sons of men were preserved and transmitted, and kept fresh and green. From them came Jesus Christ, the Divine author of the religion of the New Testament, the founder of the new faith, the first propagator and exemplifier of Christianity; the Savior of the world. Gibbon, the historian, says in his Decline and Fall of the Roman, Empire;" "The religion of Moses seems to be instituted for a particular country, as well as for a single nation; and if strict observance had been paid to the order, that every male, three times a year, should present himself before the Lord Jehovah, it would have been impossible that the Jews could have spread themselves beyond the limits of the promised land. Under these circumstances Christianity offered itself to the world, armed with the strength of the Mosaic law, and delivered from the weight of its fetters. An exclusive zeal for the truth of religion, and the unity of God, was as carefully inculcated in the new as in the ancient system, and whatever was now revealed to mankind concerning the nature and designs of the Supreme Being was fitted to increase their reverence for that mysterious Doct- TOPEKA, KANSAS, FRIDAY MORNING, DEC. 13, 1901 BOOM FOR A KANSAS NEGRO. A Topeka special to The Kansas City Journal had the following to say in regard to the editor of this paper as a prospective candidate for register of deeds: "In accordance with a suggestion from Congressman Charles Curtis, the Negro leaders of Kansas have sprung a boom for one of their number for the position of register of deeds for the District of Columbia. The one being boomed is J. H. Childers, editor of THE TOPEKA PLAINDEALER. Several days ago the Kansas Negro leaders found that some of the Kansas congressmen were indorsing J. R. A. Crossland, a Negro of St. Joseph, Mo., for the position, and they immediately protested against Kansas congressmen helping to land a Missouri Negro in such an important place. They contended that if the Kansas delegation had sufficient pull to land that place, it should give it to a Kansas Negro. Letters to this effect were sent to all the Kansas congressmen. In reply, Congressman Curtis suggested that the way to defeat a Missouri Negro was not to protest against him, but to enter a Kansas Negro in the race; in other words to be for someone. Following this suggestion, a boom was sprung for Childers. An effort will be made to line up all the Negroes of the state for him. Childers is one of the best educated Negroes in the state and is a good, clean fellow." of their representatives on the a'l inspiring day of Pentecost. As these representatives, both of the nations and religions of the world, went from the great feast, day and ceremony, to their own countries they carried with them these truths and evidences of the divine power of the crucified Jesus. The Polytheist, the Pantheist, the Platonist, the Mythologist, the Herodian, Sadducee and Pharisee, each understood it to be a religion diametrically opposed to his. He beheld a manifestation of the power of the Godhead such as he had never seen before, and which his particular or secular god was incapable of exhibiting. To search diligently, and inquire concerning the Author, work, hopes, promises, commands, rites and ceremonies of this peculiar institution, became his occupation if he was a seeker after truth. To compare the author of the new religion, in such phases of his character as were revealed, with the author or authors of the religions of antiquity, to compare the objects and ends, the inducements, the rewards and punishments, the different influences as exerted on the lives of its advocates. Its relation to man and man's duty toward it and its author became the ruling power of plus lives. Each witness, believer or scoffer, bore to his home, hamlet, village, city, or community the news and directly or indirectly became the instrument by and through which the gospel message was transmitted to all parts of the BOOM A Topo following to say tive candidate for "In a Charles Curtis, for one of their District of Colum editor of THE Kansas Negro le were indorsing the position, a congressmen h important place had sufficient pr Negro. Letters men. In reply defeat a Missou enter a Kansas someone. Fo Childers. An state for him. state and is a go earth. Men heard, believed and accepted the new faith with a profound reverence, and bore testimony to its intrinsic worth and positive glory. "THE PERSECUTIONS." The pure faith which taught men to "Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you," could not long run its course without opposition from old and decaying religions. Their lives were at stake, their devotees deserting, their altars crumbling and their temples were being deserted, and they started an opposition, and preached a crusade that set the ancient world on fire of persecution. The midnight sun seemed to have set on the life and hope of the new faith; but as the Christians scattered under the persecution of the Inquisition they carried the seed of gospel truth and heavenly blessings and church and converts sprung up as by miracle, for its divine author has said that, "The gates of hell shall not prevail against it." The devotees of Greek and Roman Mythology, the followers of the "Two supreme principles of good and evil" of Persia, the Polytheist with his rationalistic materialism, the Pantheist and his material deity exerted every artifice known to the demons of darkness to check and then crush the doctrines and followers of the Christ, but through this dark night of persecution, horror and poignant sorrow, the church gradually won her way, until the Western World rejected the Gods of their inheritance and neglected and finally deserted their country's altars. The powers ascribed to the mythological gods of antiquity were no longer feared, their sanctuaries were proftan, their revenues curtailed, their powers to influence were lost and the power of the lowly Nazarine, cradled in prodigy, moving in an element of perpetual marvels, who's manger angels heralded, who's sepulbhre angels unsealed, who's birth into the world was heavenly condescenston; who's going out was heavenly triumph, was felt and acknowledged even in the palaces of the Eternal City, the mistress of the world. Rome built excellent highways, over which her legions moved with incredible rapidity, her ships carried arms to and brought corn and merchandise from all parts of the world, and wherever the Roman legions marched to conquest and victory the Soldiers of the Cross followed hard on, healing the wounds of war and preaching the glorious gospel of the crucified Jesus; the ships that transported the merchandise brought the ambasadors of the court of heaven, to offer to pagan and barbarian, Jew and Gentile, the inevitable blessings of human redemption through and by Jesus Christ. "For there is none other name under heaven." The ground of the success of Christianity lies in its character. Its revelations are clearer, superior and FOR A KANSAS NEWS Teeka special to The Kansas City city in regard to the editor of this paper for register of deeds: Accordance with a suggestion from the Negro leaders of Kansas have number for the position of register of tumbia. The one being boomed in TOPEKA PLAINDEALER. Several leaders found that some of the Kansas J. R. A. Crossland, a Negro of St. Louis and they immediately protested at helping to land a Missouri Negro. They contended that if the Kansas full to land that place, it should give to this effect were sent to all the city, Congressman Curtis suggested thaturi Negro was not to protest against Negro in the race; in other way following this suggestion, a boom effort will be made to line up all the Childers is one of the best educated good, clean fellow." fuller, its motives are purer, and its hopes and ains are higher than any heathen system. We may glean the choicest sayings of the masters of religious teachings, and in comparison with those of Jesus Christ their light is as that of a candle compared with the light of the sun. In later years, from Rome that had become the center of Christianity the advocates of Christianity went forth to all parts of Europe, Asia and Africa. From Greenland of the Arctic zone to the West Indies of the tropics, Christianity extended, nation after nation gave up their idols. But it was left for this present century to witness the matchless development of this work to its greatest extent. THE PRESENT POSITION OF THE CHRISTIAN ARMY. The Christian campfires are lighted, and the tents of the army have been erected in almost every land of the globe. The conquering army preserves only peaceful methods; it does not seek to drive, but to win; not to harm but to help. In gaining its present position many lives have been lost, many sacrifices have been made. It has had to contend for the ground it occupies, inch by inch. One country after another has opened its doors to Christianity. India in 1805, China 1807, Japan in 1859, and also they have translated the Bible and several other English and American works into their own language. In Thibet, the stronghold of Buddhism, where the lamma or pope resides, the gospel is being preached. In Siam great changes have occurred. In Asia the light of a brighter day gilds the hilltops and spreads along the valleys, ripening the long cornfields for the reapers sickle. India is being thoroughly evangelized. Africa, the continent that hangs as a dark ball on the horizon of intelligence, the home of Cush, Ham and Miziriam, has a population of nearly 400,000,000. Mohammedanism has thoroughly overrun the continent, especially the northern part. Fetichism, the lowest form of Idolatry, holds in servile bondage the great mass of the African people. There are now several missionaries in Egypt. The British have been increasing them. American and European stations are growing daily and soon its ebony hued sons and daughters shall hear and believe the gladsome sound, to the earth's remotest bounds, and the African aisles shall clap their glad hands to hear Messiah's name, America, North and South, has heard the gospel message and sings, "Peace on earth and good will to men," and from this splendid continent goes a river of money and missionaries, the stream whereof makes glad the city of God. "The field is the world," the world for Christ and Christ for the world. The conquests of Christianity have not been won by might of sword; her victories over old faiths have not been gained by worldly wisdom; but by love, persuasion, by NEGRO. Journal had the number as a prospect. From Congressman he sprung a boom of deeds for the J. H. Childers, and days ago the Kansas congressmen Joseph, Mo., for against Kansas negro in such an Kansas delegation gave it to a Kansas Kansas congress- that the way to against him, but to words to be for was sprung for the Negroes of the Red Negroes in the patient toil and suffering, the self-offered, God-called missionaries have done the work. May the day soon come when "His" gospel, having been published throughout the universe, for a testimony to all nations, Christ by whose command they went forth, shall come' and gather out of all nations His own. Amen. GOOD FOR TOPEKA. Hon. P. I. Bonebrake, President of the Central National Bank, returned from Washington, last week. He succeeded in having his bank made a depository for government funds in the West. This is a big boom for Kansas and Topeka. Thousands of dollars will hang up here which heretofore had to be sent farther east. A few more like Mr. Bonebrake and we will have a state and city more than ever to be proud of. JETMORE. KAN. Miss Lucinda Murrant of Great Bend, Kan., is doing a good work as teacher in the colored school at this place. The box supper given by the ladies of the Sunday school was a grand success. Boxes sold from 50 cents to $1.00 per box. Mr. Elitt Harris had $2.00 for a certain ladies' box, but tailed to get it. Miss Lizzie Walker's school seems to be doing a good work. Miss Walker is from Stafford county and this is said to be her first term. She promises to her people a grand and fearless work- Not in the Color of Skin "It's What's in Heart That Man Gov. Stanley in His Address at All From The Tropika Daily Journal. "It's What's in Heart That Makes a Man." So Says Gov. Stanley in His Address at African Baptist Church citizedship. I am trying to discharge to the fullest the duties of this great office which I have been given; but greater than that I consider the obligation to fashion for good citizenship my boy. The street education is what is polluting our boys; they read the yellow literature, smoke cigarettes, tell vicious stories, and then we expect them to escape the penitentiary and reform school. The danger which menaces our states is our boys and girls growing up without an honorable conception of their duties to the state. There are a good many young people who have the fool notion that there are certain genteel occupations. I tell you every occupation that is honorable should be just as well recognized as any other. If a man is honest, it is as honorable to dig in the street as to practice law or medicine. I wish the time would come when we would never ask what a man does, but whether he does it honorably. "It seems to me there are more young fellows trying to dodge the responsibilities of life than there used to be. We want young men who when they undertake a thing will stick. Don't you think Lincoln stuck? He thought human slavery was a wrong, saw that it was the iniquity of the ages, and in his speech at Cooper institute he told how that a house divided against itself cannot stand. And in time that same man took up his pen and signed the emancipation proclamation which made you a free race. There isn't anything in the color of a man's skin; it's what is in his heart. "Parents, you should take your boys into your confidence and tell them about the future and teach them manly and honorable instincts. We have to depend on the homes to help these young men and inspire them with the idea of a better life. The proportion of colored youth out here at the Reform school must be reduced. We must make mechanics of them and teach them to stick. We must see that a larger proportion of our young people are in the schools and a smaller in the Reform school. And let me tell you what will do more for the young people than anythingelse, and that is to get into the confidence of community. I never saw the community yet that had enough young people that they knew could be trusted in every emergency. There is a great future in this country for the great army of young men and women. The mission of the new century is to elevate the individual, to demonstrate what the young men can be. "I hope that out of the great colored population of Topeka will come a sturdy young manhood which shall be a credit to the race. And at the close of the century when the banners of reform will have been planted upon the ramparts of the enemy, let it be said that the colored people of Topeka helped bear that banner to the front." and then rotten-egged him. He was glad to return thanks that he got back here alive. Miss Gertle Kemp went to Pittsburg Thursday evening to visit several days. Miss Lizzle Handcock, who is teaching at Spurgeon, spent Thanksgiving with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Knight. Geo. Spates was over from Carthage Friday night. Mrs. B. Phillips and Miss Eliza Jackson entertained a few friends last Wednesday evening complimentary to their friend, Miss Myrtle Spencer, who left Friday morning for Springfield. The entertainments at all the churches Thanksgiving evening were well attended. A large delegation of visitors from Carthage, Galena and Baxter were present. Wm. McDowell of Varch was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. C. H. Knaves and family Sunday evening. Miss Isa Dale is visiting relatives in Neosho this week. Miss Disca Scales returned from Kansas City last Thursday. Mrs. Frank Wilson has been very slick. A jolly crowd of young people went to Varch last Thursday and spent the day in hunting and boating. While there they were the guest of Misses Nellie and Pearl Cheatum. glad to retire here alive. Miss Peele her many yrs. Mrs. A. daughters, to Parsons visit with Knaves and Misses M more visits returned in at Sarcoxie. The Pass-ganized las Mrs. Elmer officers were Lou Pearse T. Greene; treas; Tress the election Fontaine of the guests room, who was served. Little H Mrs. J. Elm November failure. Haral favorable Miss Pearl Laurie of Noosho visited her many friends here last week. Mrs. A. Dorsey and little grand-daughters, Aritha and Lucile, returned to Parsons Monday after a pleasant visit with her daughters, Mrs. C. H. Knaives and Miss Aritha Dorsey. Misses Fannie Lane and Lella Elmore visited friends here Sunday and returned in the evening to their schools at Sarcoxie and Carthage. The Pastime Whist Club was reorganized last Monday night at Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Grant's and the following officers were elected: President, Mrs. Lou Pearson; Vice President, Mrs. N. T. Greene; Secretary, Miss Artha Dory; Treasurer, Mrs. G. Pelrice. After the election of the officers the Belle Fontaine orchestra began playing and the guests were invited to the dining-room, where an elaborate luncheon was served. Little Harry, the 12-year-old son of Mrs. J. Elmore, died Thursday night, November 28, at 11:20 p. m. of heart failure. Harry was the baby and a general favorite of all, and especially of his father, who died November 6. Fur-ner services were held from the A. M. E. church, conducted by Rev. C. A. Williams. Interment in Fairview com- "There isn't anything in the color of a man's skin; it's what is in his heart," declared Governor W. E. Stanley to an audience of between three and four hundred colored people at the first African Baptist church Sunday evening. The governor spoke on the "Needs of the Colored Youth." As he rose to begin his address the audience stood and gave him the Chautauqua salute with waving of handkerchiefs. "When I entered upon the duties of my office," he began, "I conceived the idea that I might do something for the colored people of Kansas. I had studied the question a good deal and had thought that I could put into operation some of those ideas. I was greatly annoyed by the thought that among a number of the colored people the opinion prevailed that their recompense was to come through the appointment of a few men to office. That would have been benefiting only a few and my plan was help the young young colored people as a whole. I felt that there were not enough printers, architects and carpenters. A few days ago I stated in an interview, and at the time I said it I did not know I was to be quoted, that there was a larger proportion among the younger colored people being held for crime than among the older. I am not absolutely sure that I was right, but I believe I was; and to my mind it is a very alarming symptom. This afternoon I took the trouble to 'phone to Lansing to get some figures on that and I found that of the ten or eleven hundred convicts there about 25 per cent were colored. I called up the Reform school and found that the per cent there was a little more than 38. Now here's a hard unwelcome fact. I am astounded that among all our people there is so little attention paid to the boy and girl. Why there are many people who pay more attention to their horses and cattle than to their boys. There is scarcely a father in this town tonight who does not know that his horses are cared for, but there are a good many who haven't the least idea where their boys are. The boys go drifting out on the street and get the contaminating influences that take them to our institutions for the incorrigible. There is no difference in the color of boys; they all move by the same impulses." In discussing the possibilities of the youth of this country the governor said: "Who would have thought that wrapped up in the newsboy was the future of an Edison? Who would have thought a few years ago to look upon the colored boy who was trying to do something for his race that that boy was to become a Booker T. Washington? It is the possibilities in the boys or girls that make them valuable. It's a sacred trust to have a boy or girl to shape his or her future for the responsibilities of JOPLIN NOTES. Frank Wilson met with quite an accident Thanksgiving evening while in Muscogee, L. T. He was taken to be the manager of a show that was in town and was badly beaten up. He said they made a foot ball of him for a while NUMBER 49 Published at Topeka, Shannon county, Ks., every Friday morning by the Plaindealer Publishing Co., 114 E 7th st. MICK CHILES - BUSINESS MANAGER J. H. CHILDERS - EDITOR SUBSCRIPTION RATES: One year by mail.....$1 1x months by mail.....25c Three months by mail.....50c Entered at the postoffice at Topeka as second class mail matter. FRIDAY, DEC. 6, 1901. Governor Stanley's talk on the race problem was to the point. Every good citizen should join hands with the State Journal in urging the street railway company to provide better car accommodations. The appointment of Hon. Ed. McKeever as assistant United States district attorney is a fitting compliment to a hard working young man. Judge West, assistant attorney general is looming up as a formidable candidate for the head of this department. Judge West is a clear-headed lawyer and will make a strong candidate. We take the following tribute to Mrs. J. Siloan Yates from The Topeka Daily Herald, as a compliment to every intelligent colored woman, who is earnestly seeking to lift the race: There should be no polities in the management of public schools. The almost unanimous request of the teachers of Kansas for the renomination of Supt. Frank Nelson should be heeded. Frank Nelson is a thorough educator and deserves to be continued. The new building at Western University is a splendid tribute to the wisdom of Gov. Stanley in his recommendations for the benefit of the Negroes of Kansas. This school is rapidly growing and will prove, under Prof. Vernon's direction, a great blessing to the race. The editor of this paper sincerely thanks his many friends who have so kindly mentioned his name for the position of Register of Deeds of the District of Columbia. He would like this position to come West in case of a change, and should President Roosevelt see fit to confer the honor on our friend Crossland there will be no sore spots on us. But understand, we are not dodging the lightning. In fact, we are open to be struck. Go 'Way Back ...AND TRY.... Snow's Pine Expectorant Snow's Pine Expectorant SOLD BY ALL DRUGGISTS. HOMESEEKERS' FXCURSIONS VIA THE SANTA FE. On November 19 and December 3 and 17 will sell tickets to all points in Arizona, Colorado (east of Rocky Ford), Indian Territory, Oklahoma, Louisiana, New Mexico and Texas at rate of one fare plus $2.00 for the round trip. For full information see or address Ticket Agent, A. T. & S. F. Ry. Topeka. MONDAY BARGAIN SALE. Fountain Pens, worth $1.50, for 98c. Nickle Alarm Clock, worth $1.50, for £8c. One Gross SilverNovelties. choice 25c. Monday, December 9. C. H. MORRISON. Next National Hotel. ATCHISON, KAN. The True Eleven Imperium meets here December 26 and 27. Mr. Henry McDaniel has bought him a very nice home since he married. He wife keeps everything very tasteful. W. E. Gray attended the executive committee of the interstate at Kansas City last week. Miss Dollie Russel is getting homesick. Rev. Charles Mendenhall is visiting his father-in-law, Mr. Monroe Miligan. Miss Pearl McNeal had a great time at Toussaint Thanksgiving masquerade. We are looking for Miss Willa next. 110-112 S. 4th St. 'Phope 107 Troy Steam Laundry Dunton @ Murphy, Props Prompt Service—Clean White work. ATCHISON KANSAS ATCHISON, -:- -:- KANSAS The rich Klostermeler Bros. Hardware Co. is the headquarters for first class and durable supplies. Their chinaware, stoves and lamps will bear handling and your big profit is in the long use they give you. We don't know who is responsible, but the signed petition falsehood has been exposed and the one it was intended to injure is unhurt and considers it unchristianly to strike back. Mrs. Sofa Stephenson spent Thanksgiving with her daughters in Kansas City. Emaniel Wilson was out with his girl the other evening and mistook an opossum for a cat. He threw at the cat-the cat turned over on her back and grinned. So Wilson was a laughing, his girl a smiling and there the opossum was a grinning. He caught him by his long naked finger and sold him for a dime. Ask Wilson Covington did he invite you to his opossum supper. Miss Nellie Shoemake was a guest of Miss Mal Bowen a few days ago. HUTCHINSON ITEMS. Rev. C. I. Smith returned from Pratt Center, where he has been laboring with the church for the last six or eight days, feeling much encouraged over the prospective future of his work. He has a good Sunday school, second to none in interest. In their Thanksgiving entertainment they realized $22.48. The Thanksgiving program rendered by the ladies of the A. M. E. church was grand and successful. Rev. Palmer is still hammering away at the C. M. E. church and is driving every nail in a sure place. The old story told over again: This time Mr. Harry Fife and Miss Emma Crooms are to be united in wedlock on Wednesday evening, December 11, at 2 p. m., at the Second Baptist church. Reception in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Fife 2:30 to 5 p. m., at A. O. U. W. hall. Mr. Fife is an honorable and industrious young man, such as will stand in with the mother-in-law. Miss Emma Crooms is one of the most beautiful and accomplished young ladies in western Kansas. Mrs. I. K. Broadaddus returned from St. Louis and brings the sad news of the death of her father, Rev. A. Hill, who for a number of years, amid the many difficulties common to the life of a true gospel minister, labored earnestly in the interest of the souls of men. The loving and attentive wife and mother were not able to attend the funeral by reason of over exertion, Rev. Hill died in the full triumph of faith, and while we sympathize with the bereaved we say to them that our loss is his gain. Mr. Louis Tucker is building an addition to his handsome residence, 13 avenue W. While the Rev. was away last week Mrs. C. C. Smith sold his horse and unlike some women saved the money until he came home and claimed her part. Miss Emma Broaddus and Miss Lena Saunders returned from Oklahoma, where they attended the funeral of Mr. Calvin Fowler. Mr. Fowler leaves a host of friends in Leavenworth, Kan., and Platt county, Mo. Western Baptist College MACON, MISSOURI. A School of Christlan and Ministerial Culture. ELEMENTARY, NORMAL, ACADEMIC. Strong musical department, Complete faculty, Healthful location, Splendid influence. TERMS:—For board and tuition at reasonable rates. For Catalogue and particulars, write to EKOS LARKIN SCRUGGS. A. M. Pres. FOLLOW THE CROWDS CONTINENTAL'S Selling Out Sale NOTICE ```markdown ``` We have this day sold the August Clothing Company the store known as the Continental Shoe and Clothing Company, 617 Kansas Avenue. We do not hesitate to say to the public that this store is one of the finest in the state, and was purchased by the August Clothing Company at very low prices enabling them to dispose of same quick and cheap. (Signed) SNATTINGER & CO. DATED DEC. 9, 1901. Prompt, Clean White Work Collars.....2c Cuffs.....4c Shirts.....8c Ladies's and Gent's Woolen Garments laundried with- out shrinkage. CAPITAL HAND LAUNDRY 111 EAST THIRD ST. Telephone 790 and the wagon will call for your bundle. Miss Hicks is teaching music and singing at her studio, 422 E. 4th st. Terms reasonable. Will teach at the homes if desired. It will pay you to see her before making terms. When You... Want fine Candies, fruits, huts, Etc. CALL ON.... James Manusas, 114 West Eighth St. He makes his own Candies. Parisian Parlors For the latest in dress cutting and fitting. All work strictly up-to-date. 524 5TH AVE. LEAVENWORTH. J. H. GARN, Manager. MRS. GENTLEPOTT, Prop. Electric Lights Steam Heat The Hotel Imperial, Electric Lights Steam Heat 107 FELIX ST., ST. JOSEPH, MO. First-class in all of its appointments. A modern place for the accommodation of the traveling public. When in St. Joseph, make it your headquarters. 619 KANSAS AVENUE. Send your sons and daughters to the WESTERN UNIVERSITY QUINDARO, KANSAS A great school,for our youth. Now a part of our State's Interests—Negroes should here train their children for the work of life and its duties. THEOLOGICAL DEPARTMENT to prepare for the ministry, desiring to fulfil the demands in our pulpits today. NORMAL DEPARTMENT, preparing or the work of teaching in the public schools and giving a higher training to those desiring the same. PREPARATORY DEPARTMENT, fitting students for the Normal department and giving an opportunity for education to those deprived of such in childhood. MUSICAL DEPARTMENT, for furnishing an opportunity for proficiency in that finest of fine arts—music. STATE INDUSTRIAL DEPARTMENT. It is the intention of this department to give our youth training, fitting them for the work of life in the industrial world. We are opinioned that in this day of competition and labor unions and stern demands nothing will so aid the Negro as to prepare his child to compete with any in the world of skilled labor. With such training no man need fear for the future of his children or the future of his race. COURSES, Architectural or Mechanical drawing and Carpentry. Printing, both job and journeyman. Tailoring, Bookkeeping, Business Course and Stenography, Dressmaking and plain sewing. FACULTY—The faculty is composed of graduates from Lincoln, Wilberforce, Fiske, Tuskegee and Hampton: the best schools of the country maintained by cur people. Following is the faculty Rev. William Tecumseh Vernon, B S D, Am. Pres. Lecturer in Philosophy and Logic. Charles S. The concert given by the Coffeyville Excelsior band last week was a decided success. A large number of our "constitulators" attended the ball at Chetopa on Thanksgiving night. They reported a good time. William Hayl visited in Parsons last week. Rev. Geo. R. Griffith, presiding elder of the Fort Scott district, held quarterly meeting here last Sunday. The Tabernacle gave a pleasing concert and entertainment in the band Send your sons and daughters to WESTER Q. A great school, for our youth, train their children for the work of ministry, desiring to fulfil the demands today. NORMAL DEPARTMENT, preparing of teaching in the public school, higher training to those desiring to prepare. PREPARATORY DEPARTMENT, fitting the Normal department and giving for education to those deprived of hood. MUSICAL DEPARTMENT, for furnishing for proficiency in that fine music. STATE INDUSTRIAL DEPARTMENT, tention of this department to giving, fitting them for the work of trial world. We are opinioned on competition and labor unions and nothing will so aid the Negro a child to compete with any in the labor. With such training no future of his children or the COURSES, Architectural or Mead and Carpentry. Printing, both man. Tailoring, Bookkeeping, and Stenography, Dressmaking and FACULTY—The faculty is composed from Lincoln, Wilberforce, Fisk Hampton: the best schools of the trained by cur people. Following Rev. William Tecumseh Vernon, Lecturer in Philosophy and Law. Mrs. Hattie E. Van Vleck, Hair Dresser and Manufacturer..... Hair to match all Complexions. SWITCHES AND HAIR JEWELRY. 220 East Fifth Street, TOPKA, KANSAS George Klien & Co MAKERS OF High-Grade Buggy and Team Harness ...Repairing Promptly Executed... 718 Kansas Ave. Topeka, Kan J. M. KNIGHT, UNDERTAKER AND EMBALMER. (1) Bowman, Tuskegee, instructor in Mechanical drawing and Carpentry; John Charles Wood, instructor in printing; Joseph Nelson Garret, of Wilberforce, instructor in business course and stenography; James T. Edwards of Hampton, teacher of tailoring: E. J. Vernon, professor of mathematics; A. F. Moore of Fiske, professor of language and literature; S. L. Gross, teacher of dressmaking; Mrs. Lulu Cunningham, piano music; Mrs. M. A. Morris, matron, teacher of science. In addition, lecturers on various topics have been secured. OPPORTUNITIES—These teachers and officers constantly labor for the betterment of the young people under their care and gladly lend a helping hand to the same. No student is made to feel the sting of poverty, but merit alone tells. The most deserving are given credit for the same. EXPENSES—Board per month, $5.50; tuition per month, $1; room rent, $1; incidental fee on entrance, $1. It is not necessary that extravagent habits be encouraged here; students are advised to bring strong substantial clothing, but expensive apparel is not needed by one struggling for an education. School opened Sept. 9, 1901. All arrangements for entrance can be made by writing Pres. W. T. Vernon, Quindaro, Kas. He will send one of the latest complete catalogues giving full information regarding the same. Write at once for information or catalogue to Nelson's Straightline Not only straightens the hair, but, by now- ishing out, removes dandruff, cures itching, lirrating scalp diseases, and gives a long and beautiful head of hair. It is used and highly endorsed by the best people in all sections of this country. We guarantee Straightline to be free from all injurious chemicals, and cannot injure the hair. Straightline does not make the hair sticky or gummy, and will not become rancid. Straightline is sold at all drug stores. Price, 25 cents a can (one month's treatment). If your druggist does not keep it he will get it for you, or we will send it by mail, securely wrapped, on receipt of 30c. in stamps. Address, NELSON MANUFACTURING CO., Richmond, Va. room last Wednesday night. Mrs. Ernest Owens, her sister, Miss Sadie Martin, and Dr. J. D. Whittaker visited in Plitsburg last week. WEIR ITEMS. Rev. Vann is still quite sick at the home of Mr. James Edmonds. After a very interesting discussion at the B. Y. P. U. Sunday the question, "Where is the Kingdom of GoI?" was decided to be in the hearts of men. Question next Sunday, "What is the breath?" J. R. Braidwood, superintendent of the K. & T. Coal mines, member of daughters to the BURN UNIVERSITY QUINDARO, KANSAS Now a part of our State's Inten work of life and its duties. DEPARTMENTS to prepare for the demands in our pul- ming or the work tools and giving a ing the same. Hitting students for ing an opportunity of such in child- nishing an oppo- tist of fine arts— MENT. It is the in- vive our youth train- life in the indus- that in this day of and stern demands as to prepare his world of skilled man need fear for future of his race. Mechanical drawing job and journey- Business Course and plain sewing. Oposed of graduates iske, Tuskegee and the country main- ing is the faculty. B S D, Am. Pres. Logic. Charles S. Bowman, Tuskegee drawing and Carp- structor in printing berforce, instructor graphy; James T. tailoring: E. J. Ver- A. F. Moore of Fi- literature; S. L. Mrs. Lulu Cunnin- Morris, matron, tec- lecturers on various OPPORTUNITIES— constantly labor for people under their hand to the same. sting of poverty, b deserving are give EXPENSES—Bozo- month, $1; room trance, $1. It is not necesa- encouraged here; the strong substantiality is not needed by a School opened Sep- for entrance can be Vernon. Quindaro latest complete ca- regarding the sam- tion or catalogue WILLIAM QUIN NELSONS STRAIGHTINE THE EXTRA DISCOVERY FOR FASHION KNOTTY KINNY CURLEY HAIR STRAIGHT Nelson's Straighline No. 1151, is the out, removes dandruff, cures itching, long and beautiful head of hair. It is people in all sections of this country, from all injurious chemicals, and can make the hair sticky or gummy, and we sold at all drug stores. Price, 25 cents your druggist does not keep it he will securely wrapped, on receipt of 30c. in NELSON MANUEL Agents can make big money. When in Leavenworth ...Call at... "THE CHOCTAW" Joe Lacey, Proprietor. He is always at home to his friends. the school board, a thirty-two degree Mason and an influential K. of P., was instantly killed Monday evening, December 2, at 5 o'clock near the old Frisco depot by his team. Having lost control of them, he stood up, threw the lines to the right of the buggy and he jumped to the left. He alighted squarely on his feet, but the momentum of his body carried him onward until he came in contact with the curbing. He was picked up, carried in a nearby house and the methods of resuscitating were tried, but the efforts of the physicians proved in vain and the doctors pronounced death caused by the concussion of the brain, as there was no bones broken. Mr. Bradwood was the city engineer and a popular and influential citizen, and the whole city, with his loving wife and daughter, moan his untimely demise. INTERSITY MEAS Interests—Negroes should here Buskegee, instructor in Mechanical Carpentry; John Charles Wood,印制; Joseph Nelson Garret, of Wil-structor in business course and stenoses T. Edwards of Hampton, teacher of J. Vernon, professor of mathematics; of Fiske, professor of language and L. Gross, teacher of dressmaking; Burningham, piano music; Mrs. M. A. Vonon, teacher of science. In addition, various topics have been secured. CITIES—These teachers and officers labor for the betterment of the young for their care and gladly lend a helping same. No student is made to feel theerty, but merit alone tells. The most he given credit for the same. —Board per month, $5.50; tuition per room rent, $1; incidental fee on en- necessary that extravagent habits be there; students are advised to bring essential clothing, but expensive apparel by one struggling for an education. dated Sept. 9, 1901. All arrangements can be made by writing Pres. W. T. Mandaro, Kas. He will send one of the este catalogues giving full information the same. Write at once for informa- logue to WILLIAM T. VERNON QUINDARO, KAS THE MOST PERFECT Hair Dressing EVER DISCOVERED. Guaranteed Perfectly Harmless, ELEGANTLY PERFUMED. Do not rain your hair by using dangerads and worthless preparations when you can get this reliable remedy. Not only straightens the hair, but, by nourishing the roots, prevents it from falling,ching, irritating scalp diseases, and gives a r. It is used and highly endorsed by the best country. We guarantee Straightline to be free and cannot injure the hair. Straightline does not and will not become rancid. Straightline is 25 cents a can (one month's treatment). If we will get it for you, or we will send it by mail, 80c. in stamps. Address, MANUFACTURING CO., Richmond, Va. Key. Write for terms. Cy Richard- son's Restau- rant. 845 E. WARREN STREET When in Kansas City Please Call at The Chicago Cafe, HENRY COMPTON, Prop. 700 E. 19 St. - - Kansas City Mo. WHEN IN LEAVENWORTH, CALL AT JOHN BAKER'S FIRST CLASS, Restaurant. Ice Cream and Lunch at all hours 408 6th St. LEAVENWORTH, KAN 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. 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It does not turn the skin but bleaches out white the skin repairing it. It also contained use. Will work with wipes. It is not made of or black heads, making the skin bright enough. Small peelable layer, liver spots replaced without harm to the skin. When you get to color you will, also using the preparation. THE HAIR SERUM HYDRATOR. Betts in every one dollar box is enough to make your hair grow long and straight, and makes the hair soft and shiny. Highly performed and easy to use. One customer is one of one dollar box with eight dollars, yet we sell for one dollar a box. THE BAILLE THREE in fire. Betts in one dollar a box in a letter or two money order or one hundred dollar price, we价值 up to $1, sent C, O, D, will come by or from extra. In any case where it fails to do what we claim, we will return the money or send a box free of pros. And so that no one will know com- ents except receiver. CRANE AND CO. 122 west Brom & Street. BRIANDA Y. LOCAL AND PERSONAL The best place to buy drugs is at Lee's. Mrs. Eliza Bener is ill at her home, Twelfth and Washington. Are you getting ready for Christmas? See E. S. Lee, the druggist, at 112 West Eighth street. If you want select Christmas Goods call at 624 Kansas ave. If you want to furnish your parlor and dining room call at 624 Kansas avenue. Mrs. Fanny Thompson is ill at her home, Twelfth and Washington. Have your prescriptions filled at E. S. Lee's, 112 W. Eighth street. Rev. N. G. Gamble, of Lawrence, is visiting in the city, the guest of E. Ridley and wife. Fine Rugs and Mats for Christmas. Call at the Premium Stamp Store. Mr. Oscar Overr and wife are now at home to their friends, 1185 Lincoln street. Led Bledsoe spent last Sunday in Kansas City, the guest of his niece, Mrs. L. Baycote. The Grand High Priest of Kansas Royal Arch Masons will visit Lincoln Chapter soon. Mrs. Banks of Wichita, is visiting her sister, Mrs. M. Slaughter, Mrs. Willis, who lives on the corner of Lane and King streets, is seriously ill. Mrs. Julia B. Abbott has resumed work again after several days illness. Cyrene Commandery will hold a watchmeeting and exhibition drill on December 31st. Do not forget the date. Mrs. M. E. Langston, Royal Grand Matron, O. E. S. of Kansas, set up a chapter at Parsons, last Saturday. The finest stock of China, Vases, Dishes, Bowls, and anything you want at 624 Kansas avenue. Mrs. Emma Gaines left last Wednesday for St. Louis to attend the funeral of Father Moses Dickson. Have you seen their new place since their removal? If not, you had better hurry to 624 Kansas avenue. The Misses Lee, of Columbus, O., will not be able to spend the Christmas holidays in Topeka, owing to a short school vacation. The Ladies' Imperial Art club are preparing for their first reception and exhibition, to be given on New Years day. Mrs. Wiley, who has been visiting her sister, Mrs. H. Etherly, left Saturday for her home, in Omaha. Miss Nellie Thomas, a High school pupil from B street, North Topeka, died Monday and was buried on Wednesday. The funeral of the infant-child of Mr. and Mrs. Augustus Hagan took place Tuesday afternoon, from the family residence, 2005 Harrison street. --- A. P. Smith, Master of Kaw Valley No. 18, A. F. A. M., says his lodge will be ready to buy a hall in the spring. Good for them. Miss Jesse Harlan, of Leavenworth, spent a few days in the city, the guest of her sister, Mrs. O. H. Taylor. Miss Harlan is en route for Leadville, Colo. Anthony Morton, Grand Chief of the Good Samaritans of the jurisdiction of Missouri, was in the city last Sunday in conference with G. A. Bigly, Grand Chief of Kansas, looking to a consolidation of the two jurisdictions. Have you seen the fine line of Fall and Winter Suitings on exhibition at the Pantitorium? Reynolds and Childers, 207 W. Seventh street. The Interstate Riterary Ass'n will meet in Kansas City, Kas., Decem. 26-27. Indications are that this will be the largest meeting in the history of the institution. N. S. Patterson, a member of the Twenty-third Kansas, died last Tuesday morning, at the Töpeka Insane Asylum. He leaves a wife and mother to mourn his loss. We are showing some prices on Trousers, Suits and Overcoats that put hand-me-downs in the shade. Come and see them. Reynolds & Childers, 207 West Seventh street. Attorney Jones, of Hill City, Kansas, was in the city last week, attending the supreme court. He left for Memphis, Tenn., on business. Mr. Jones is now one of the leading attorneys of the West. Everybody is invited to attend the Pleasant Hour Lityrary, Saturday evening, December 14. A special program with many good musical and literary numbers will be rendered; music in abundance. A small admission fee will be charged. A WATCH MEETING. Everybody should arrange to watch the old year out with Cyrene Commandery, on December 31st. A special musical program will be rendered. Cyrene's drill corps will give an exhibition drill. The place will be announced next weex. Watch for it. One of the grandest events of the season will be the ball given by the Silver Serpents' Dancing Club, Christmas eve, Dec 24. About 250 invitations have been issued and a goodly number of Topeka's best people are expected to be present. The regular club dance, given every Tuesday by this organization, is proving to be a very desirable place to spend a pleasant evening. N. Chiles spent Monday in Atchison. Hot weenies, pigs reet, hot and cold lunch at night. Call at Wilson's Lunch Wagon, Seventh and Kansas avenue. Mrs. Linnie Russell and niece, Miss Raynor Dyer, spent Thanksgiving in Kansas City. Mr. and Mrs. Benj. Bailey of Kansas City spent a few days in the city, the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Bailey. John Merrlian arrived in the city Sunday from Omaha to attend the funeral of his father, Thomas Merrlian. When you want lunches at night call at Wilson's Lunch Wagon, corner of Seventh and Kansas avenue. Mrs. Simpson, mother of Rev. Brown and wife, is quite ill at the home of Rev. Brown. Knuly be prepared to pay your sub- cription to The Plaindaler, for the figs will call to see you. Thursday, December 12, the meeting of the Rosebud Club will be held at the residence of Mrs. Oslo Fox, Tenth and Spruce streets. December 19th, the Rosebud Club will meet with Mrs. Clarence Bradshaw, on VanBuren street, between Thirteenth and Fourteenth streets. The Arden Club met last Friday evening with Mrs. Robt Buckner and will meet Thursday evening this week with Miss Hester Hawkins. The many friends of Mrs. L. A. Corneal of Pueblo, Col., formerly a resident of this city, will be pained to note the death of her son, Master Robert, which occurred December 4, 1901. J. W. Perkins, the popular janitor at the First Methodist church, returned last week from a pleasant trip to San Francisco, Portland, Ore., and other western cities, where he reports a pleasant trip. The Ladie' Colored Orphans' Home association will meet next Monday afternoon, 4 o'clock, with Mrs. D. F. Mallory, 1222 Van Buren street. All members and friends are earnestly re- The Oak Leaf Club met with Mrs. D. F. Ray last Wednesday afternoon and spent a delightful time in needlework, after which a discussion on art. The club adjourned to meet with Mrs. J. M. Rivcrs. For a first class piano go to W. F. Roehr's. The largest music house in Kansas. A complete line of pianos and stringed instruments. For all late music go to Roehr's. Planos sold on easy terms. They are the sole agents of the Kinball Piano. David Chiles & Co. will give the opening of their hall, corner Twelfth and Washington, Tuesday evening, December 17, 1901. Music by the Twenty-third Regimental Band. This hall is nicely arranged, well seated and lighted. This hall is for rent on reasonable terms. See David Chiles and make arrangements for the rent of this hall at The Plaindealer office. Mrs. Wright died last Thursday evening at the home of her daughter, Mrs. A. Hines. Mrs. Wright has been in poor health for the past year and as been confined to her bed for about three months. Funeral services were held at St. John's A. M. D. church, of which Mrs. Wright was one of the oldest members. She leaves two daughters and a host of friends to mourn her loss. Notwithstanding the inclement weather last Wednesday evening the neat little sum of $5.95 was realized at the Orphans Home social at Mrs. R. H. Wade's, and several donations have been received since, for all of which the association is very thankful. The instrumental music by Mrs. Helm and Huzel Washington and the vocal numbers by Mesdames L. H. Slaughter and I. M. Wright added much to the pleasure of the evening. A. W. Harris, who has, since the initial number of the Plaindealer, served at different times upon its mechanical staff, has recently been offered a promotion by the management to that of traveling representative for the district of Kansas. With other experience in this line, combined with his wide acquaintance in the state, it is but a fair presumption that he will make a handsome show during the campaign year. Arthur will enter upon his new duties about the 15th or next month. Mr. Thomas Merrian died Saturday afternoon after an illness of six days, at his home, 1190 West street. The funeral services were held at St. John's A. M. E. church, of which Mr. Merrian was a charter member, having come to this state in the early sixties, he is among the oldest residents of this city, he was a consistent and conscientious christian, law-abiding citizen, good neighbor and a loving husband and father. He leaves a wife, son and a host of friends to mourn his loss. ST. JOHN A. M. E. CHURCH. First quarterly meeting, general class and love feast meeting Friday at 7:30 p. m. Sunday services, Bishop C. T. Shaffer, D. D., will preach at 11 a. m. Preaching at 3 and 7:30 p. m. by the Presiding Elder, Rev. J. W. Braxton, Communion after the 3 o'clock sermon. The city pastors and congregations are cordially invited and expected to be present at the afternoon meeting. The Sunday school will meet at 2:30 p. The G. E. will meet at 7 p.m. the conferenc will meet Mopdapay & P. p. REV. A. M. WARD, Pastor. THE CLUB WOMAN The Oriental Club will meet Friday afternoon with Mrs. Emma Gaines, 110 Fillmore. Mesdames J. M. Forbes and W. E. Ware have resigned their membership o' the Oak Leaf Club. The Dumas Club met with Mrs. I. A. Teat last Friday afternoon. A daltyunch was served, after which the club adjourned to meet Friday, December 13, with Mrs. Wm. Porter, 2007 Westenth street. The Shanrock Club met Tuesday afternoon with Mrs. J. Johns. The following officers were elected: President, Mrs. W. W. Plumb; Vice President, Mrs. Lizzie Mitchel; Secretary, Mrs. J. L. Leonard; Assistant Secretary, Mrs. G. Sneed; Treasurer, Mrs. James Tyer. After the election of officers a dainty two course lunch was served. Guest of the club, Miss Gleed. All members of the club are requested to be present Tuesday afternoon, December 14, 1901; business of importance. Club adjourned to meet with Mrs. J. D. Johnson, 117 Madison street, Tuesday, December 17. The Ne Plus Ultra Art Club met with Mrs. G. Thompson Saturday afternoon, December 7. Club worked an hour, then a suggestion by some of the members that the club devote some of their time to literature, lunch was served. Club adjourned to meet with Mrs. G. W. Smith, Saturday, December 15, 1901. KANSAS CITY, KAN., CLUB NOTES. The Alpha Art Club met with Mrs. I. F. Bradley Friday afternoon. By special invitation Mrs. J. Silon Yates, president of the National Federation of Clubs, was present and gave the club a very interesting talk. Luncheon was served and a very pleasant time was enjoyed by all present. INDUSTRIAL INSTITUTE NOTES. Mr. Archie Bigshy and Miss Jola Jones lead the praise services last Sunday afternoon, the subject being: "Labor and Harvest." Miss Mal De Konza rendered a very difficult sacred selection on the piano, "Nearer, My God, to Thee," with variations. The Booker T. Washington Literary will give a special program at its meeting, Saturday evening, December 21. Prof. Brown is composing a play which will be executed by the members, and will be introduced during the evening. No admission will be charged, but everybody is invited to come, and are expected to bring a useful book or picture to donate to our library. The new Scientific Cooking Depart 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 SC-CALLED hair-growers and hair-straighteners now on the market, and knowing to contain that many of these are franks 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 market success. After a through 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 case. If the confidence or every member of the colored race, because they found it to come 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 market on such numerous firms have entered the market, offering hair-growers and hair-straighteners, many of which are worthless, causing the hair to fall out and doing great damage to the hair and scalp, and the colored people are buying three spurious compounds, which are filled with animal fats, and do the hair more harm than good. To these we call 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 $0.00. Now, we ask lately agree to forfeit $0.00 if you: if they were not true to all we cla- several years under this guarantee, who has used Ozono has been satisfied $20,000 people are to-day using recommendations Ozono as the King of take the Kinks out of Knoxville, all some Hair. It will make us happy. Your head of all itching, worrying and bourn can not live after Ozono from falling out. It will restore gra- h hair long and soft. Now, right here, let us make a remedies to straighten hair, but wha- you to use hot irons. Friends, do not life of the hair, and cause it to out- side assistance. Nothing but Ozono straight forever. You can stop the the hair are seen in a day or two after. The price of Ozono is $0.00. We can this liberal offer, which is good at an to us, enclosing with it the sum of four large boxes of Ozono and one which makes black skin bright, re- skin diseases. Also removes all face small-pox pits. We will also include Food—Nature's great beautifier—re- and all facial blemishes; makes the younger. We will also include one package absolutely CHEMICALLY PURE, Special Bath for Saturday to start the Christmas Bath 1 lot of Decorated Parlor W shade, burner, chinum for 25c Green covered top Toy Parlors, Bed Rooms, Dining about a foot square, for only... Our 25c leader in Doll's Milton Bradley's game of 35c White Enameled Doll Only one of each above to a c Monday at above prices. It men- tures to buy in comfort, and re- THE 618 Kansas ron-clad guarantee to do all that Now, we ask you a plain quest $50.00 if you are directed to walk to all we claim for them? We want you to be hospitalized in our room on a day using our equipment on the King of all Hail on the Knotty, Kaky, Harri, Carly, take short, harsh, hair long and worrying scap disease. I’ll offer Ozono been applied. I’ll restore gray hair to its natural color to make a statement. Many chairs, but when they end the Friends, do not use iron tools; it use to drop out. Ozono strap nothing but Ozono is no necessity can stop the use of time. Day or two after the last application is good at any time. Cut out the sum of One Dollar, and one and one large bottle of Elm in bright, rough skin soft and removes all facial imperfections. It will also include one fancy jar of beautifier—removes wrinkles, mutes; makes the old look young. Do one package of our celebrated LLY PURE, and no soap but a package of Parlor Vase Lamps—camer, chinney and wick—top Toy Tables—rooms, Dining Rooms and lot square, each complete in Doll’s Go-Carts at. game of Conette, 25c secluded Doll Beds for. Above to a customer and only prices. Remember this week is your sofort, and remember it pays to E FA 8 Kansas Avenue 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 disqualified 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 pleased to say that every one who has used Ozone has been satisfied in our plea. 20,000 people are to-day using our prep units and every purchaser recommends Ozone as the King of all Hair oils. Ozone will positively take the Kinks out of Knotty, Kaky, Harse, Curly, Rifractory, Troublesome Hair. It will make short, harsh hair long and straight. It will cure your head of all itching, worrying scalp diseases. Itch, Dezone, Dandruff, and Seurf can not live after Ozone 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 and 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. Ozono straightens without any outside assistance. Nothing bat Ozono is no essay, and the hair stays straight forever. You can stop the use of Ozono. The good effects on the hair are seen in a day or two after the met 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 to us, enclosing with it the sum of One Dollar, and we will forward to you age boxes of Ozono and one large bottle. Technical Skin Refiner, which takes skin bright, skin soft and skin resists a skin diseases. Also removes all facial imperfections, and actually resizes small-pox pits. We will also include one fanny 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. Special Bargains for Saturday and Monday to start the Christmas Buying in earnest for..... 75c each 25c Green covered top Toy Tables..... 16c each Parlors, Bed Rooms, Dining Rooms and Kitchens about a foot square, each completely furnished for only..... 15c each. Our 25c leader in Dolls' Go-Carts at..... 15c each Milton Bradley's game of Conette, 25c size for 15c 35c White Enameled Doll Beds for..... 19c each. Only one of each above to a customer and only on Saturday and Monday at above prices. Remember this use is your last chance to buy in comfort, and remember it pays to trade at THE FAIR, 618 Kansas Avenue. ```markdown ``` ment is making good progress, quite a few pupils being enrolled. City folks are urged to take advantage of this splendid opportunity to improve themselves in this art, and of course be able to command higher wages. Mrs. Edna Stills-Carter has recovered sufficiently to be able to teach her classes again. Through the generosity of some kind lady friend in New York, money sufficient to fully equip our laundry and apply on the construction of a bath house, has been received by Prof. Carter. A concert was given Wednesday at the Industrial Institute Chapel Hall by the ladies at the A. M. E. church for the benefit of their Presiding Elder's Fund. Mothers contemplating sending their sons and daughters to school after Christmas will do well to correspond with Principal Carter at once. The Western Correlator, the organ of the school, will appear fresh from the printing department next week. A SNAP IN GARDEN LAND. Do you want to make money? If so write to this office, or to D. Chiles, Oakland, Kansas. He has placed on the market seven fine acre tracts of good garden land and a 20 acre tract one mile east of Oakland, four miles from the P. O., at sixty dollars per acre; $100 cash, balance one and two years at 6 per cent. You can make your money back the trifew ever in sweet potatoes. grgains day and Monday buying in earnest Case Lamps—complete with key and wick—worth $1.25 ... 75c each Tables... 10c each. Bung Rooms and Kitchens each completely furnished ... 15c each. Go-Carts at... 15c each Conette, 25c size for 15c Beds for... 19c each. of our celebrated Scalp Soap, which is and no soap but a pure soap should ever FAIR, has Avenue. PUBLICATION NOTICE. In the District Court of Shawnee Couny, Kansas. No. —. John A. Booth, plaintiff, vs. Kate D. Means, alias Kate E. Booth, and Orley Means, defendants. You and each of you will take notice that you have been sued in the aboventitled Court, by the said John A Booth, and that you must answer his petition, on or before the 21st day of January, 1902, or said petition will be taken as true and judgment will be tendered according to the prayer thereof, for the partition of the following described real estate, situated in the County of Shawnee, State of Kansas, to wit: Lot numbered, one hundred twenty-one (121) on Harrison street, in Curtis addition to the City of Topeka, in accordance with the plat on file in the office of the Register of Deeds of said County and State, according to the respective rights of the parties interested therein, or if the same can not be equitably divided, for the sale thereof, and a division of the proceeds among the parties, according to their respective rights, and for such other relief as county may require. W. I. JAMISON. Attorney for Plaintiff. JOHN A. BOOTH. 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, Chilliblains, Sore and Frosted Feet; also removes all smells and odors arising from the human body, such as feet, arm nits, etc. The actual value of this Grand Aggregation is $4.00, 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 head 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: Boston Chemical Company: Dear Sir, You are at liberty to state in any newspaper that I have used OZONO, and give it my most hearty recommendation. I have been foolset so often, it does me good to recommend honest goods. A last word. OZONO is absolutely guaranteed to straighten hair and cause a beautiful and luxurious growth. If your hair is already straight, you need to secure a glossy long growth. Buy only the genuine OZONO. Use it on the face, and the goods will be sent the same day we receive your order. 310 East Broad Street, RICHMOND, FA. I enclose you $1.00, for which please send at once the following goods: 4 Boxes of Ozono, worth $2.00. worth 50c. 1 Bottle Electrical Sh (1 pint) Anti-Odor, worth 50c. 1 Total, $4.00. Name Street. County. If you want 4 lots like above, send $3 no coupon, let her write her name on a when you send your order. CARY SAFE Ozono, worth $2.00. 1 Bottle Electrical Skin Refiner, 1 Bottle Electrical Skin Food, worth 50c. 1 Package ti-Odor, worth 50c. 1 Package Scalp Soap, worth 50c. House, No. City. State. nots like above, send $3.00. If you have a friend who has write her name on a piece of paper and pin to coupon or order. 4 Boxes of Ozone, worth $2.00. 1 Bottle Electrical Skin Refiner, worth $0.60. 1 Bottle Electrical Skin Food, worth $0.60. 1 Package (1 pint) Anti-Odor, worth $0.60. 1 Package Scalp Soap, worth $0.60. Total, $4.00. If you want 4 lots like above, send $3.00. If you have a friend who has no coupon, let her write her name on a piece of paper and pin to coupon when you send your order. BUFFALO, N. Y., U. S. A. ...Manufacturers... Fire and Burgh VAULTS, L Contracts to United Try a Bottle of Kohl's Cou For Coughs Sore Throat Price 25 Cent and Burglar Proof Safes FAULTS, LOCKS, ETC. Sets to United States Government. Tittle of Mohl's Cough Mixture For Coughs, Colds, Hoarseness, Sore Throat, Etc. Since 25 Cents per Bottle. Fire and Burglar Proof Safes VAULTS, LOCKS, ETC. Contracts to United States Government. Kohl's Cough Mixture For Coughs, Colds, Hoarseness, Sore Throat, Etc. Price 25 Cents per Bottle. LODGES AND SOCIETIES PRIDE OF TORREKATION No 26, meets 1st. and 3rd Saturday afternoon of each month at No. 208. North Kansas Avenue, Mrs. Ida M. Jordan, Q. M. Miss Anna Reynold, G. R. PEARLY ROSE Tabernacle No. 77, meets 2nd and third Wednesday afternoons of each month at a clock at 11:30 East sixth street. Mrs. Kearchavall, H. P.; Mrs. S. A. Owen, G. R. MACKEDONIA TABERNACLE No. 82, U. K. T. Hailers N. Kansas Avenue. Meet last and purchase of each month. Mrs. Ida M. Jordan. WM. E. JACKSON, M. D. PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON. Office 404 Kanaas Ave. 1770 Wallace's DrugStore. TELERONH 635 TORREKA, KA OFFICE HOURS: to 10 A.M. to 5 P.M. O. A. TAYLOR, M. D. PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON Calls answered day and night. elephon, 696. 2261 Kansas Ave. ALEXANDRA MARIA MARIA MARIA 2014 West Fifth Street. W.M. E. JACKSON, M. D. PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON. Office 404 Kanase Ave. Over Wallace's DrugStore. TELEPHONE 635 TOPEAK, KA CAPITAL... --- HAMS These Hams are the product of carefully selected, healthy, corned Kansasas Hogs. CURED AND PREPARED BY THE Ask your Grocer and Butcher for "Capital" Hams, no others "just as good. ASK YOUR GROCER FOR Ralston The 5 Minute Breakfast Food. Purina Health Flour Makes "BRAIN BREAD." PURINA MILLS, St. Louis, Mo. STERLING, KAN. Rev. Barnett has been on the sick list from a severe cold, but he preached a very able sermon Sunday. The young men gave a ball at Mr. E. Stewart's. Those that were present report a very good time. Misses Lottie Wakefield, Nettle Williams, Eva Thompson and Stella Mills of Hutchinson attended the Thanksgiving entertainment. They stayed until Saturday morning. Miss Lottie Wakefield was accompanied home by her sister. Mrs. Gertrude Saulter, of this place. The Bachelor Girls gave a very swell reception at Miss Katie Harmon's on Wednesday evening. The house was very beautifully decorated and everything looked very inviting. Many games were indulged in until quite late, when a very delicious and bountiful supper was served. A prize of an honorary badge was rewarded to the best looking couple. A vote was taken and Miss Polly Stewart and Mr. Noble Taylor were winners. Mr. and Mrs. James Nichols left Thanksgiving morning for Topeka, where they expect to live. Urel Stewart and Fred Douglass are visiting in Kansas City. The entertainment given by the Sterling Literary Society on Thanksgiving night proved a success in every particular. The exercises given were of the best and were complimented very highly. After the entertainment the young ladies of the society served a bountiful supper, which sold very rapidly. Mr. Alias Stewart and Frank Saulter were the great feature among the ladies, as Mr. Saulter was given great praise for his table waiting. Eight dollars and seventy-five cents was made over expenses. Its purpose will be decided on at regular meeting on Tuesday night. HUTCHINSON BRIEFS Misses Lena Saunders and Emma Broadus attended the funeral of Mr. Colvin Fowler last Thursday at Arkansas City. They returned Sunday. Miss Lucy Harris returned from Missouri last Sunday. Mrs. H. W. Wright returned from Winfield Sunday. Miss Lottie Wakeeffel left last Wednesday morning for Sterling to attend the Old Malds reception. Mr. B. M. Crowe of Forsha spent Thanksgiving with his parents. Mrs. Rev. Lee spent Thanksgiving with J. W. Garner of Turon. The C. M. E. church will soon be ready for services. Cards announce a partnership of Crooms & Fife. Mrs. Andrew Gosset and Mrs. C. A. Thomas are on the sick list. Little Albert Thomas met with the accident of being shot in limb below the knee and the ball can not be located, although several probes have been made for it. Little Leon Wilson is able to be up. Mr. J. M. Pope and family, en route for Nicodemus, spent Thanksgiving with relatives here. Father Gothard and McCalep are still on the sick list. The C. M. E. church ran dinner and supper Thanksgiving. Mrs. A. J. Brock, we are proud to say, is the organist of the A. M. E. church and Mrs. M. P. Johnson and Mrs. J. H. Gothard have joined the choir. There was a collision between a couple of young men on Avenue E West, which we hope will not occur again, for it is better to settle their difficulties than to have to explain them to the dinner was served at the home of the police judge. The A. M. E. choir gave an exquisite musical recreation and nutritious supper Thanksgiving evening for the benefit of the A. M. E. church, which was one of the sweliest numbers of the season. We simply hope for another of the same material. The Knights of Pythias lodge here is in high speed. Mr. Granville Lewis attracted much attention with his lady at the entertainment Thanksgiving evening. That's right, Mr. Lewis. WICHITA. KAN. Mr. Henry Robinson of Canyon City, Col., is a visitor in the city, the guest of R. F. Dade. Mrs. M. E. Woods of Kingman spent Thanksgiving in the city. Mr. Charles Neely and bride arrived in the city Sunday from Eldorado. Mrs. A. Paul is visiting friends in Kingman. Miss Lella Crouch spent Thanksgiving in Arkansas City. Miss Fannie Collins still continues quite ill at her home on North Wichita street. Mr. Walter Gibbs and Mrs. Louisa Crenshaw were united in marriage Tuesday morning at the A. M. E. parsonage, Rev. A. C. Terrill performing the ceremony. A few of the immediate friends were present. Both of the contracting parties are well and favorably known, having resided in the city a number of years. Their hosts of friends unite in wishing them a happy and prosperous life. An elegant wedding bride. They were the recipients of a number of handsome presents. LEAVENWORTH, KAN. The members of St. Phillips' church are making extensive preparations for a grand bazaar to be given next Thursday at Scard's hall. Under the direct supervision of Mrs. J. D. Hill and Mr. and Mrs. T. W. Bell the committee are putting forth every available effort to make this affair a great success. A large number of handsome and useful articles will be on display, including carpets, portlers, quilts, etc. The funds which will be raised will be appropriated to pay off the indebtedness of the church. A most brilliant social happening which will occur during the holidays will be the entertainment given by the Knight Templars at Odd Fellows hall, December 27. Without doubt this affair will eclipse any event which has been given in Leavenworth for years, and everyone is anxiously looking forward to this night. A competitive exhibition drill by the different commanderies will be a main feature. A large number of out of town guests will be present. Music will be furnished by Speer's orchestra. The literary club which was recently organized through the influence of Rev. J. W. Livingston and Dr. G. Brown, met last Friday evening at T.W. Bell's business parlor. The membership comprises some of the leading literary lights of the city and will, in a short time, no doubt be one of the leading clubs of the state. The Blossom Art Club met last Thursday afternoon at the residence of Miss Minnie Davis. Aside from needlework the Blossom's have also introduced a light literary program to be rendered at each meeting. Miss Jessie Harian will leave shortly for Leadville to spend the winter with her sister, Mrs. Frank Turner. Miss Mary O'Banon continues quite ill at her home on Miami street. Miss Ella Calamese is quite ill with typhoid fever. Miss Estelle Sharpe will spend the holidays in Oskaloosa, Kan. PAOLA ITEMS. The Baneka Literary Society elected the following delegates to attend the Interstate Literary Association: G. W. Lowry, M. Peak, Mrs. Gertrude McDonald, Misses Mabel Shelby and Mossie Ellison; alternates, Rev. W. B. Johnson. Misses Alice Thomas, Daisy Peak, Eva Wilson and Olivia Ellison. Rev. Johnson's wife and daughter arrived in Paola Sunday from Las Vegas, N. M. The concert given at the A. M. E. church Thanksgiving was quite well patronized. Mrs. Maud Chatman, Misses Mary Kemper, Etta Kelley, Alice and Maud McKinney, Messrs. Richard and Ed Wilson and Arthur Woods, all of Osawatom, visited Paola Thanksgiving. The young people of the Baptist church will give a concert for the benefit of the Sunday school in a few weeks. Let everybody turn out and patronize. Quarterly meeting will be held at the A. M. E. church Sunday, Rev. G. A. Griffith, the new presiding elder, will be present. Miss Nicey Stephenson of Osawatomie was in our city Sunday. The Up-to-Date held its regular meeting at the Baptist church last Sunday. Mrs. T. Haley read a very instructive paper before the club on "Physical Culture." Great, good can be effected through this club, and it is to be hoped that our ladies will take hold and make it a success. ARGENTINE PEACE DISTURBERS To the Editor of Plaindealer. Please allow the following item place in your paper. Last Saturday night, while the pastor and family were in perfect "peace and quietness and harmony," the pas- vices, the wife preparing to retire, the daughter engaged at some domestic affairs and everything moving on pleasantly, suddenly and unexpectedly, the peace of this family was disturbed by singing at the door, which attracted the attention of those within. When the door was opened about thirty or more of the members and friends of the A. M. E. church walked in, took possession of the house, and especially the kitchen and diningroom, spread out the table to its fullest length, filled it with an abundance of choice food, invited the pastor and wife out to their own table; about ten were seated, and all ate their fill, chaffed and laughed as they pleased, and when those were through eating, the table was cleaned and refilled with good again and again, until thirty or more had been bountiful served. When the people left it was nearly 11 o'clock and the table was yet filled with food ready for breakfast next morning, besides other articles of food were left to be cooked at the will of the family. Last, but not least, there was also some money left to buy more food. While this was a great surprise, yet it was certainly a very pleasant company of people. The pastor and family have not words adequate to express their gratitude and high appreciation of this excellent way of disturbing their peace. The pastor said: "Thank you, God bless you, very many times. The latchstrings are on the outside, dear people, and the door opens inward; always follow the door, after it is unlatched. God bless all that participated In this very pleasant affair." PARSONS. KAN. W. D. Clayton of the Metropolitan barber shop, is on the sick list. The rally at the A. M. E. church last Sunday was quite a success. Rev. James King is conducting a revival meeting at Mt. Zion Baptist church. Mrs. S. H. Jefferson, who has been quite ill for several weeks, is convalescing. Mrs. J. L. Craw, who has been visiting in the city, has returned to her school at the Tullahasee Mission, Tullahassee, I. T. Mrs. Miller of St. Joseph, Mo., is visiting in the city, the guest of her son, Rev. B. R. Monroe, and family. Ex-Presiding Elder Brooks of Kansas City, Kan., preached at the A. M. E. church last Thursday evening to a highly appreciative audience. Dr. Alphin of Kansas City, who has been conducting a series of meetings at New Hope Baptist church, closed the meetings last Friday evening, after a couple of weeks of earnest labor here for the Master. Mrs. Edna Pauline French and little daughter took their departure for Springfield, Ill., last Saturday evening, called thither by the illness of Mrs. French's sister. She intends to remain in Springfield during the winter. Mr. Louis L. Dade left last Tuesday evening for Richmond, Va., where he expects to make his future home. Mr. Dade has many friends in Parsons who regret his leaving. We wish him an abundance of success. Exhorter J. L. Crow delivered a very interesting discourse at the A. M. L. church last Wednesday evening, as did also Mr. S. O. Clayton the week previous. These are worthy young men and we expect something of their future. May the blessings of God attend their Christian efforts. The very impressive funeral ceremonies of Mrs. Mariah Tiggs, who died in Wihita, Kan., were conducted by ex-Presiding Elder J. W. Wilson of Garnett, Kan. The household of Ruth and the Daughters of the Tabernacle, of which the deceased was a member, turned out in full, thus paying due respect to their departed sister. A club of progressive young men in this city would like to know if there is a colored young lady in Kansas of musical accomplishments who neither sings nor plays "rags." Can the Plain-dealer point out such a young lady? If so, who? OLATHE. KAN. The entertainment given in the Masonic hall by the sisters of the Second BBaptist church, Thanksgiving, was a decided success. Geo. H. Young has returned from Rocky Ford, Col. Miss Blanche Robinson of Lawrence, Kan., spent the Thanksgiving holidays as guest of Miss Lida Crump. Mr. and Mrs. Alexander of Kansas City, Mo., spent Thanksgiving with Mr. A. Phillips. Mr. Geo. Rollins very pleasantly entertained a few friends at a b 0'clock dinner Monday evening, complimentary to Miss Robinson of Lawrence and Mr. G. H. Young. Young Colord Gentlemen.. Who sing bass and tenor well, and who desire a College education, will learn how they may attend College without paying board and tuition by addressing, IMMEDIATELY, May Snyder, DIRECTOR SCHOOL OF MUSIC. R. SMITH COLLEGE, SEDALIA, MO. Edwin Ray Snyder, DIRECTOR SCHOOL OF MUSIC. GEORGE R. SMITH COLLEGE, SEDALIA, MO. Mrs. A. Phillips and daughter, Miss Sadle, were the guests of the Misses Foster in Kansas City, Mo., during the Thanksgiving holidays. Rev. Newby of the A. M. E. church preached Sunday morning and evening. A. M. E. church ing and evening. KANSAS. Mr. Lemuel King and Mrs. Jennie Barker were quietly married at the home of Mr. King last Tuesday evening. The parties are both well known in social circles here, and their many friends wish them much happiness. 509 Kansas Ave Topeka ASK YOURGROCER FOR PREMIUMLIST. Madam Silome Yates lectured at the Second Baptist church last Wednesday evening for the benefit of the Ladies S. L. D. Club. Quite a crowd was in attendance and the lecture was much appreciated by all. Mrs. Yates spoke of the "Women's Clubs of the United States, and the good that they have done for humanity." Her lecture was both instructive and interesting. The Bannaca Literary Society is again in full blast. Each Tuesday evening they have large crowds and good programs. Last Tuesday night Mrs. C. M. Hughes entertained the club with a paper on the "Pan-American Exposition and Nlagara Falls." The society is certainly doing great work under the management of Mrs. S. A. Harrey. Mr. Edward Harris of St. Louis was in the city, the guest of Mr. Robert Jackson. The Baptist church will give a "Court of Fame," December 20, and the young ladies, under whose direction the play is to be given, are some of Lawrence's brightest, and it promises to be a great success. Mrs. BenJ. Hawkins spent a few days of the past week in Kansas City, the guest of Mrs. Nellia Irvin. PREMIUMS GIVEN FOR DIAMOND "C" SOAP WRAPPERS ASK "HIM" FOR Miss Mattie Woodside of Kansas City spent a few days in the city, the gue t of her parents. Mr. Sam Jeans is improving slowly and his many friends hope to see him soon able to "walk his beat." Mr. James Harper is quite sick ret. his improvement is very slow. Rev. Braxton and Rev. J. L. Ransome were in the city Sunday holding quarterly meeting at the two A. M. E. churches. Mr. Mall Holland visited in St. Louis this week. Mrs. Mary Truss of St. Louis is visiting her mother, Mrs. Bates. The Plaindealer is the leading paper of the west, and it is one of the best ways to invest money by helping the paper and helping yourself, by reading a worthy paper. Miss Anglo Copeland leaves this week for her home in Little Rock, Ark., after several months' visit with her aunt, Mrs. Elizabeth Copeland. Mrs. Laura Watson from Colorado Springs is here, the guest of her mother, Mrs. P. Wallace. Mr. James Beck from Wamego has opened up an undertaking establishment in the city, assisted by his son, James, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Miller entertained a few friends at whist Friday evening. Light refreshments were served and whist played until morning hours warned them to leave for their hours after many expressions of their pleasant evening. Subscribe for the Piaindealer. The Negro paper. The paper for its race. Begin with the new year and take a good paper. The Eureka Club met at the residence of Mr. Robt. McWilliams. The discussion of the evening was "Should Booker T. Washington's theory he accepted by president," and was very ably discussed by Mesars. King, Sherman, Harvey and R. T. McWilliams. Club adjourned to meet December 8 at Mr. Rich Burns. Miss Kalle Link of Topeka spent Thanksgiving in the city, the guest of Miss Tressle Smothers. Mr. James Harper is quite ill at his home on Vermont street. The churches did well on Thanksgiving. Each church served dinner and supper and gave an entertainment at night. We are all glad to know that Rev. Declennan is much improved in health. Mr. Adam Carter is very sick. His friend hope for a speedy recovery. LAWRENCE, KANSAS. Geo. M. Hammel STRICTLY HIGH ART TAILORING PALMER DINNER PALMER DINNER PALMER DINNER PALMER DINNER PALMER DINNER PALMER DINNER DIAMOND "C" SOAP THE BEST LAUNDRY SOAP. Complete catalogue showing over 300 premiums that may be secured by saving the price of the item upon request. Send your name on a postal card, and we will mail you the catalogue. Address. PREMIUM DEPT.. The Cudahy Packing Co., SOUTH OMAHA, NEB. Diamond Soap for sale by all Orders. Mrs. Caddie Whitman is still confined to her room with her broken ankle, but she is slowly improving. Get ready and at the beginning of the new year begin to take the best Negro journal—The Plaindealer. The young people had a Thanksgiving hop at Johnson's hall. Quite a number of out-of-town guests were present, among them Misses Anna Copeland of Little Rock, Katie Link of Topeka, Katie Thompson of Liberty, Mo., — Roberts of Kansas City, Kan., Messrs. Lee, Thom, McCampbell of Topeka. They all report an enjoyable evening. Miss Katie Thompson of Liberty, Mo., is in the city, the guest of Mrs. Addie Miller. Rumors of many Xmas weddings are now foof. The Plaindealer correspondent hopes to hear many sweet chimes from the bells. Our citizens are beginning to realize that the Plaindealer is the only Norc journal of Kansas. Mr. Jefferson Davis lectured at the Methodist church Wednesday evening, upon the Negro question and how to better their condition. Mrs. Silome Lyte lectured to the ladies of the S. L. D. Club Friday evening at the Baptist church. Miss Lella Ford is quite ill with nervous constipation. Her friends hope she will be able soon to resume her school duties. Messrs. Lee and McCambell spent Thanksgiving in the city. SHAWNEE ITEMS Mr. Edward Steemer was unfortunate in losing his horse Sunday. In going to water the animal Mr. Steemer's son, Clarence, rode the horse into a dangerous quaggy mire, from which it was extricated in a dying condition several hours later with much difficulty. One of the happiest events in the history of Shawnee was the establishment of the True Eleven in our mire, the founder, Dr. W H. Hudson of Atchison. Dr. Hudson delivered an able address, which easily stamps him truly an ideal race leader. In recording the race men he should be given the peerage of Booker Washington or Douglass. Would that all Negroes could be found in the "True Eleven." Mr. George Pierce has been doing well in the sale of one of the latest books, "The Life of Wm. McKinley." Foster Howland came over from Holiday Monday night and went the pace with the True Eleven. - Lena; the infant habe of Mr. Frank Jackson, has been sarcastic, slack fat Mothers' and Fathers, the Happiness of this Life Is in the Making of Your Sons and Daughters OUR "teaching by doing" the gent young man and the and for successfully conducting selves, thus making self-reliance wealth, influence and character. Shorthand and "Topeka Bookkeeping and These include Penmanship, Ration, Commercial Law and Lcompletes either course. Vee instruction. School begins S. ALBERT ROSS, INSTRUCTOR, Graduate of Vance school of D. W.M. R. CARTER, PRINCIPAL, Graduate of Tuckeye Normal. The Topeka In THE KANSAS SAVING INVEN CLIENT Authorized C Stock solicited by corre "teaching by doing" things develops and fits the gent young man and woman for high-salaried successfully conducting business enterprises thus making self-reliant business men and influence and character Northand and "Touch" Typewriting Course Bookkeeping and Business Practice Course Include Penmanship, Rapid Arithmetic, Spelling, Commercial Law and Lectures on Business. Sites either course. Very low rates of tuition. I on. School begins Sept. 10. MART ROSS, INSTRUCTOR, Graduate of Vance School of Business and shorthand, Colorado Springs. R. CARTER, PRINCIPAL, Graduate of Tuskegee Normal and Industrial Instute, Tuskegee, AL. TOpeka Industrial Inst AS SAVING INVESTMENT COMPANY OUR "teaching by doing" things develops and fits the intelligent young man and woman for high-salaried positions, and for successfully conducting business enterprises for themselves, thus making self-reliant business men and women of wealth, influence and character Shorthand and "Touch" Typewriting Course Bookkeeping and Business Practice Course These include Penmanship, Rapid Arithmetic, Spelling, Punctuation, Commercial Law and Lectures on Business. Six months completes either course. Very low rates of tuition. Individual instruction. School begins Sept. 10. ALBERT ROSS, INSTRUCTOR, Graduate of Vance School of Business and shorthand, Colorado Springs, Colo. W.M. R. CARTER, PRINCIPAL, Graduate of Justice Normal and Industrial Instute, Tustee, Ala. THE KANSAS SAVING INVESTMENT COMPANY (COLORED) Authorized Capital $700,000 work solicited by correspondence. General ment. J. S. Authorized Capital $700,000 Stock solicited by correspondence. General solicitor and. A man and a woman talking on the phone. DEAFNESS OR ARE NOW by our new invention. Only HEAD NOISES CEE F. A. WERMAN, O. Gentlemen: Being entirely cured of deafness a full history of my name, to be bound to your hearing in this ear entirely. About five years ago my right ear began my hearing in this ear entirely. I understand it required for earlarch for the best of physicians, among others, the most only an operation could help me, and even then cease, but the hearing in the affected ear. Then saw our advertised acacia willment. After I had used it only a few days to day, after five weeks, my hearing in the deaf heartily and beg to remain. Our treatment does not interfere with examination and advice free. YOU CAN CURE YOUR INTERNATIONAL AURAL CLINIC. PIANO AND ORGAN MINIATURES FREE MORE information on this special offering now embosed act as a great co-advertising appearance and WE WILL SEND. It accrues in America. You will be fully paid. This special offering will be made a satisfactory appearance and WE WILL SEND. R. G. MARTIN. R. G. MARTIN Brod Mines, Mining Stock, TOPEKA, COMPANIES CHARTERED-ANY MERITORIOUS PROPOSITION OUR FACILITIES Correspondence solicits 600 KANSAS AVENUE ALL CASES OF NESS OR HARD HEAT WE ARE NOW CURABLE for our new invention. Only those born deaf are incurred NOISES CEASE IMMEDIATELY F. A. WERMAN, OF BALTIMORE, SAYS: Being entirely cured of deafness, thanks to your treatment, I woke up ago my right ear began to sing, and this kept on getting ear enlarged for four months, without any success among others, the most eminent ear specialist of this city, we could help me, and even that only temporarily, that the healer in the affected ear would be lost forever. He used it only a few days according to your directions, the noise may hearing in the diseased ear has been entirely restored. Very truly your service does not interfere with your usual occu- ment you can cure YOURSELF AT HOME at NATIONAL AURAL CLINIC, 596 LA SALLE AVE., CHICAGO. TO OGAN CURTS FREE TO EVERY PERSON monitoring this magazine we will send absolutely free set of Cornish Pan-America this illustration is a reproduction of one. You bring now or in the near future we will gladly embroider set to you. These mixtures have been made at a great cost. They constitute the most excellent advertising matter ever used by us. They can make a satisfactory selection of a piano or organ as appearance and color in your own home. With the WE WILL SEND OUR NEW SOUVENIR CATALY. It accurately represents all the latest styles of with American organs and plano. It is a work of the fully explains our unique Cornish Plan of ONE YEAR'S FREE TRIP. This method has commended itself to O. Quarter of a Million Satisfied Purchaser WRITE FOR FULL INFORMATION, Add CORNISH CO. WASHINGTON, NEW JERSEY. ESTABLISHED 20 YEARS. IN. FRANK BRI R. G. MARTIN & CO., Brokers Mining Stock, Bonds, and Investment TOPEKA, KANSAS. IN ALL STATES ORIGINAL POSITION SUCCESSFULLY PROMO FOR FACILITIES FOR HANDLING STOCK ARE UNEXCEILLED SOLICITED KANSAS AVENUE TOPEKA, KAS. DEAFNESS OR HARD HEARING ARE NOW CURABLE by our new invention. Only those born deaf are incurable. HEAD NOISES GEASE IMMEDIATELY. F. A. WERMAN, OF BALTIMORE, SAYS: Gentlemen: — Being entirely cured of deafness, thanks to your treatment, I will now give you a full history of my case, to be used at your discretion. About five years ago my right ear began to sing, and this kept on getting worse, until I lost my hearing in this ear entirely. I underwent a treatment for catarch, for three months, without any success, consulted a number of physicians, among others, the most eminent ear specialist of this city, who told me that only an operation could help me, and even that only temporarily, that the head noses would then cease, but the hearing in the affected ear would be lost forever. I am so grateful to you for your investment, especially in a New York paper, and ordered your treatment. I am so grateful to you for your training, scanning, and scanning car has been entirely 2-tored. I thank you heartily and beg to remain. I very truly you. PIANO AND ORGAN MINIATURE'S FREE TO EVERY PERSON monitoring this magazine we will send absolutely free set of Cornish Pan-American miniature as made in a reproduction of one. If you intend buying now or in the near future we will gladly send this embossed set to you. These miniatures have been produced at a great cost. They constitute the most expensive advertising matter ever used by us. They cante you to make a satisfactory selection of a piano or organ as to exact appearance and color in your own home. With the plates WE WILL SEND OUR NEW SOUVENIR CATALOGUE It accurately represents all the latest styles in Cornish American organs and pianos. It is a week of art you will appreciate and it is yours for the asking. It fully explains our unique Cornish Plan of selling on ONE YEAR'S FREE TRIAL. This method has commended itself to Over a Quarter of a Million Satisfied Purchasers. WRITE2 FOR FULL, INFORMATION, Address, CORNISH CO. WASHINGTON, NEW JERSEY. ESTABLISHED 50 YEARS. MISSOURI PACIFIC RAILWAY Traveling the States of K Colorado, Cansas, and the In Five (5) Daily Passenger in each direction, between ing the States of Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, Canaas, and the Indian Territory. ) Daily Passenger Trains are run on this direction, between Kansas City and St. L. Traveling the States of Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, Colorado, Cansas, and the Indian Territory. Five (5) Daily Passenger Trains are run on this line in each direction, between Kansas City and St. Louis The Famous Are reached ONLY by the H.C.T. Hot Springs Of Arkans shed ONLY by this LINE. H.C. TOWNSEND, G.P. & T. ST. LOUIS, MO. Are reached ONLY by this LINE. H.C. TOWNSEND, G.P. & T.A.; ST. LOUIS, MO. NIPPS, Agent, TOPEKA, WAS. financial agent. things develops and fits the intelli- woman for high-salaried positions, using business enterprises for them- ant business men and women of ater "Much" Typewriting Course Business Practice Course Rapid Arithmetic, Spelling, Punctua- tectures on Business. Six months very low rates of tuition. Individual Sept. 10. Business and shorthand, Colorado Springs, Colo. J. J Industrial Instute, Tuskegee, Ala. Industrial Institute ESTMENT COMPANY (COLOR) CПЕНUTE, KANSAS. capital $700,000 respondence. General solicitor J. S. HALE. HARD HEARING NEW CURABLE by those born deaf are incurable. CASE IMMEDIATELY. BALTIMORE, SAYS: Baltimore, Md. March 30, 1901. mess, thanks to your treatment, I will now give you appreciation to sing, and this kept on getting worse, until I lo- er a few months, without any success, consulted a num- mur ear specialist of this city, who told me that only temporarily, that the head noises would be lost forever. preferable work, paper, and ordered your treat- ing to your directions, the noises ceased, assessed ear has been recently restored. I thank you, WERMAN, 279 S. Broadway, Baltimore, Md. here with your usual occupation. YOURSELF AT HOME at a nominal cost. 596 LA SALLE AVE., CHICAGO, ILL. TO EVERY PERSON feeling this magazine we will send only free set of Corsican Pan-American models of planes and organs in miniature to the nearest factory of one. If you intend to see the near future we will readily send this to you. These miniatures have been produced. They constitute the most expensive aerter ever used by us. They can enable you to copy selection of a plane or organ as to exact color in your own home. With the plates OUR NEW SOUVENIR CATALOGUE relatively represents all the latest styles in Corsican organs and planes. It is a work of art that explains our unique Corsican Pan of selling on THE YEAR'S FREE TRIAL. method has commended itself to Over a of a Million Satisfied Purchasers. FOR FULL INFORMATION, Address. DORNISH CO. WASHINGTON, NEW JERSEY. ESTABLISHED 50 YEARS. FRANK BRASISE TIN & CO., kers Bonds, and Investments. KANSAS. IN ALL STATES AND TERRITORIES ACCESSFULLY PROMOTED. FOR HANDLING STOCK ARE UNEXCEILLED. R. G. MARTIN & CO. NUE TOPEKA, KAS. Missouri Pacific Route SOUTHWEST SYSTEM, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, Indian Territory. Trains are run on this line Kansas City and St. Louis Springs Of Arkansas is LINE. DOWNSEND, G.P. & T.A.; ST. LOUIS, MO. ==: = = —