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THE TOPEKA PLAINDEALER. Now That Miss Stone Has Been Released, She Should Be Sent to New Madrid, Mo., Where the Lessons of Civilization Are More Seriously Needed VOLUME IV. THE CANDIDATES A Few Notes Concerning Prominent Candidates for State, County and City Offices. T. J. KELLY AND F. NELSON Score Strong Points and are Daily Winning An Enviable Place in The Hearts of the People. Hon T. J. Kelley, assistant state treasurer, gave his enemies a black eye at Paola last Saturday. Some designing scoundrel tried to trump up a few lies to defeat him for state treasurer. The board of county commissioners upon the solicitation of Mr. Kelly ordered an investigation after which he was exhonorated. Such a bomb was never exploded in an enemy's camp before, and insures the nomination of Tom for treasurer. Get in the band wagon boys or you will get run over. In these days when our people are making great sacrifices for the education of their boys and girls, it is refreshing to come in contact with a broad-minded educator like Superintendent of Education Frank Nelson. We take the liberty to publish the following excerpt from a recent speech of Mr. Nelson, at Fort Scott. He said: "In the second place, education must teach the individual to economize his time and energy, that he may accomplish most in a given time. A successful man must have complete control of all the forces that make for honest work. There are too many people, young and old, who appear to be stationary, because in most cases they do not know how to put forth the extra efforts to produce good work. They have never learned to appreciate either the dignity or poetry of hard labor, and so they never become active forces in the useful work of life. The man who lives a real life, a successful life, is never satisfied to do only the work assigned to him. He always enlarges every task given to him. "Education should develop a sincere love of truth. Education should be a symbol of truth. The Great Teacher said, 'The truth shall make you tree.' We educate to make men free religiously, morally and intellectually. The truest expression of truth is to give oneself to his fellow men. An educated man can have no higher mission than to live and work for the truth. Truth always produces results that far exceed in value efforts put forth to proclaim and sustain it. Truth is the foundation of character. Man should be the supreme and important factor in THE MAYOR OF BROOKLYN SUPERINTENDENT FRANK NELSON all human activity. Manhood without education is better than education without manhood. Every man must be greater than his work. The minister must be greater than his sermon, the teacher above the lesson, the editor mightier than his editorial. There is only one thing in this world that a true man should fear, to do that which his conscience condemns as wrong." The noble sentiment of this man justifies the people of the state in asking the Republican party to again place Mr. Nelson at the head of our educational affairs. He has made a most excellent official. In all his dealings he has been fair and courteous to all classes of citizens regardless of color. Mr. Hawes' announcement for member of the City Council from the Second ward will be found in this issue of THE PLAINDEALER. Mr. Hawes has been a resident of Topeka and the Second ward for the past twenty-two years. He is a laboring man and has a strong following among all classes who respect him as an honest, energetic man. He has always been a stalwart Republican and a stalwart supporter of its nominees. He has had service in the city council in 1890 92, having been succeeded by Albert Ernest. He will make a strong candidate. The announcement of Mr. Haynes to succeed himself as Commissioner from the First district in this county will be a pleasure to his many friends who have a high regard for his services to the county. It is generally conceded that the Republican party gives to all its faithful servants two terms, and the candidacy of a man of the stamp of Mr. Haynes is sure to merit the endorsement of his party for another year. Mr. Haynes is now chairman of the Board of County Commissioners. During the time that Mr. Haynes has been a member of the Board, four steel bridges have been built, at a cost of $67,000. Mr. Haynes J. B. has been of great service to the peo ple on the north side, whom he represents. He is a splendid business man, courteous to all who approach him, and is ever ready to advise for the good of any citizen. THE PLAINDEALER hopes to see Mr. Haynes renominated by a larger majority. W. B. Kirkpatrick is a candidate for councilman from the Fourth ward. E. E. Roudebush is making a house to house canvass for the board of education. Have you seen him? The Republican primaries to nominate county officers and delegates to the state convention will be held March 8. We predict that the Shawnee county delegation will be divided between Harry Bone and Judge West for attorney general. Troutman and Welch are still campaigning in this county. Committeeman Mulvane will be home this week and then the fur will fly. I. S. Curtis for clerk of the district court and W. E. Fagan for probate judge will have no opposition in their fight for Republican endorsement in this county. M. Snattinger announces his candidacy for councilman from the Third ward. Mr. Snattinger's earnest efforts in behalf of his constituents justly entitles him to a second term. So far he has no opposition. The candidacy of Captain William Reynolds for member of the board of education from the Sixth ward is meeting with favor. Captain Reynolds is one of the large hearted young business men of this city whose presence on the board will be a benefit to the public, and his labor in behalf of colored schools will be beneficial. Our people have a habit of making up their minds hurriedly about matters political. Please possess your souls in patience, my people, until you know positively what's in the political game for the Negro. Of course, we all know that the offices are in the jack-pot for the white man. TOPEKA, KANSAS, FRIDAY MORNING, FEBRUARY 21, 1902. Lessons from the Life of M'Kinley Lessons from the Life of M'Kinley The following able character study of President McKinley was read before the Shawnee County Teacher's association, and received close attention. THE PLAINDEALER takes pleasure in presenting it to its many readers: "None of us liveth to himself, and no man dieth to himself." No individual sinks entirely unsung into his grave. Each one has exerted some influence in some way upon some other. The noble character we are to consider is far broader, deeper and more enduring in its influence, in its lessons, than that of almost any other in our history, with few exceptions. The life of any genuine, upright, intelligent, courageous man or woman is full of lessons of encouragement, and richly repays long continued attention and study. Since this is so, how much more worthy of devoted thought and careful study is the exceptionally high moral and busy life of William McKinley. Born of poor parents, the first lesson is that of his early struggles. Early in life he was thrown largely on his own resources and compelled to win his own way. Garfield said: "The best thing that can happen to a young man is to be thrown overboard and compelled to swim or sink. I have never yet known one to sink who was worth saving." Wm. McKinley, bearing up under adverse circumstances and supporting himself and his in his early manhood and winning his way by energy and pluck, courage and work to the topmost rung in the ladder of fame, is a glorious inspiration, a never failing lesson to us and to all generations. This very idea greatly increases our love for and devotion to a country and a system of government that encourages such personal effort, and a civil society in which such a rising is possible. His rising up from, and his stern refusal to be crushed by financial disaster and discouragement, is wonderful, is grand, is an inspiration. When that dark hour came, when he saw all his earthly possessions—the accumulation of years of labor, of struggle, of work that upon which he had fondly hoped to retire and to enjoy home life in his advanced years and to leave to loved ones—when he saw all this slipping away from him through unfortunate circumstances and the infidelity of trusted lieutenants, he meekly bore it all, uttered no word of bitterness or complaint; but true to his integrity turned all his property, not even excepting his homestead, over to his creditors, and with that heroism, born of a great nature, which had made him and has left him the benefactor of all coming ages, he, at once, went to work to retrieve his fortune, to reclaim the lost, and to once more gain a firm footing in the business world. So well, so faithfully and so wisely did he plan, that at the time of his death nine years after the failure, he was worth a quarter of a million dollars and had become the mainstay of the commercial world. His devotion to duty, both in peace and war, is especially notable. While the people, backed and urged on by almost the entire press of the country, demanded war with Spain, he stood firm, and tried every means within his power to avert that war. War, said he, is a terrible thing and not to be engaged in unless national honor or national life absolutely demands it. A mind calm amid difficulties is ever indicative of a great man. While the great sea of popular wrath and public indignation rolled up around him, he waved them back and said, "Wait!" thus reminding us of that great lawgiver and leader, Moses, when he commanded the children of Israel to stand still and see the salvation of the Lord. Yet, when diplomacy failed and arbitration was no longer possible, and when the honor and standing of the United States became involved, he hesitates no longer but sets his face firmly for war—not a war of By Sol. G. Watkins—A Pungent Writer Presents An Interesting Character Study of the Martyred McKinley,Soldier,Statesman and Diplomat—A Beautiful Sketch of a Fruitful Career.: aggression and subjugation but of liberty and humanity. Having once taken the step he acts with vigor and with far more than ordinary human foresight. Mark the activity and the result. The army is greatly increased, the navy is rapidly strengthened and all are hurried, with as little delay as possible, to the scene of war. And in close succession followed the splendid victories of Manila Bay, ElCaney, San Juan Hill, Santiago de Cuba, and the war is ended. Spain is driven from the western world and her career of cruelty, robbery and oppression is at an end. Peace being established, he then offers the most generous terms to the vanquished foe. The war over he sets out to rebuild the waste places and unite all the people under one common flag. For this purpose he goes much among the people. He meets them face to face. He hears their grievances and endeavors to remedy them. Notwithstanding his broad culture, he mingles with perfect freedom among all classes and conditions of people; saying those things which would build up and unite, and carefully avoiding all questions on which there was a possible difference or disagreement. Thus, he was rapidly uniting the whole country and bringing all to his way of thinking, a result greatly to be wished for. This mingling with the masses and knowing them and how they look at affairs, is a lesson that the successful teacher must learn and put in practice. I venture the assertion that three-fourths of the average teacher's troubles come from a failure to know and sympathize with the people of her district or ward. If you would have the love, respect, confidence and active cooperation of the masses you must follow McKinley's example and mingle with them. He carefully considered all questions, on all sides, and in all the r bearings, and having thus cautiously and thoughtfully taken a stand, he could not be driven from it. Hence it is that his name is attached to so many important measures. A man who is true to his conviction will always be respected and revered, even though his opinions are not those of the general public. His love for the flag, his patriotism, is one of the greatest lessons of his life. When once Old Glory was planted upon a piece of God's earth, he said, there she is and there, under God and the strong arm of this republic, she shall float forever, and never be lowered. His great hope, his fond aim, was to make the Stars and Stripes the symbol of hope, of liberty, of independence and good government to all mankind. His unflagging interest in the laboring classes must not, will not, be forgotten. Brought up among miners, he early learned to sympathize with them, which sympathy bore rich fruit and ripened into the famous McKinley bill When the smoke of the factory had rolled away; when the fires had gone out in the furnaces; when the skilled laborers were becoming tramps, and bread riots, strikes and lock-outs were the order of the day; when the wheels of commerce were stopped, then William McKinley came to the front and declared with a voice that could be heard around the world, that these fires must be rebuilt; the smoke, the laborer's incense, must again ascend to heaven; the click of the loom and the clack of the hammer must again be heard in the land; the now idle men must be put to work; there must be comfort in the laborer's home and he must carry a full dinner pail. What devotion? The people had confidence in his words and took new courage; and see how rapidly the nation arose from idleness and business depression to a general commercial prosperity never before known or witnessed in the world's history. Perhaps one of the most practical lessons of his life was his silence when political enemies assailed him. He more than any other man fulfilled the Scriptures: "When reviled he reviled not again. As a lamb for the slaughter and as a sheep before his shearer is dumb, so opened he not his mouth." This is not the way of the world, but should be the way of all great teachers. Life is too short to listen to the barking of dogs when the angel of duty is calling you to higher ground and nobler things. McKinley heard the higher call, and heeded not the little calumniators. Ulysses, wishing to pass the island of the Sirens, and well knowing the seductive power of their music, put wax in the ears of his sailors, lashed himself to the mainmast, and with his own lyre played sweeter music than theirs, and thus sailed by in safety. So did our gallant and incorruptible hero. In the perilous hour of this republic, he filled the ears of the people with the music of industry the hum of wheels, the whistle of the foundry, the scream of the engine and the bell of commerce; lashed himself to the main mast of conscience, truth, conviction and protection to American labor, raised the tune, "The United States a World Power," and thus passed in safety the shoals and quicksands of ruin which, at one time, threatened the stability of our government. In these days of materialistic tendencies, his religious life is a beacon light. From a child he was a Sunday School pupil. He was converted and joined the church at the age of fourteen. From that time until he left Canton to be inaugurated President, he was either a pupil, a teacher or superintendent in the Sunday School. He was a regular attendant at his church, and during the trying and busy times of the Spanish war he only missed divine service three times. He was a firm believer in the Bible as the inspired word of God, and in prayer as an uplifting and powerful influence. In this latter respect he was like all our great men. Call the roll of our American statesmen who have left their imprint on American institutions and you will not find one agnostic, skeptic, infidel or atheist among them. Of the late presidents, Garfield and McKinley seemed to have the simplest faith and to follow the Master most closely. McKinley's dying declaration—"Not our will but God's will be done"—draws him closer to the Christian heart—the best heart of the nation and of the world—and greatly strengthens the believer's faith. He gave a new life and meaning to that old, immortal hymn, "Nearer, My God, to Thee." He may truly be called a Christian Knight. There are two lessons, for both of which we all love the name of McKinley. The one is his moral purity; the other his great love for and his devotion to his wife. These are his crowning glory. In all his long public career, up, up the ladder of fame, from a school teacher at seventeen to a private soldier for the union, to County Attorney, to Congressman, to Governor, to President, a period of forty-one years under the calcium light of the nation, not one word of scandal has ever, either directly or indirectly, attached to his name. Even his most unscrupulous political enemies never once dared to charge him with an immoral or a dishonest act. In this respect there has seldom lived a public man more like Jesus, "His life was gentle, and the elements So mixed in it that all nature might stand up And say to all the world. He has borne his faculties so meek, hath been So clear in his great office, that his vurtues Will plead like angels, trumpet-to-equid, against The deep damnation of his taking off." Different from most public men, his wife was his constant companion. She was ever by his side, whether it was a state dinner at the White House, a visit to the seaside, or a journey across the continent. His constant, his boy-like love and his untiring devotion to her after she had become an invalid, is one of the most touchingly beautiful things in all history. It far transcends any fiction of the novelist, any dream of the poet, any creation of the artist. It is sublime. How, in this, his life appeals to all that is best in us, inspires us with lofty ideals and makes us realize as never before what a grand thing it is to be a MAN. I have thus hastily pointed out a few of the many lessons from the life of William McKinley. In its every part, his life is full of the best lessons, of food for elevated thought. Youth and age will ever rise from its perusal with new energy, stronger moral determination and a desire for a better life. America has produced three truly great men; three who stand out in bold relief and will always be conspicuous in our history: Washington, the father and founder; Lincoln, the liberator and savior; and William McKinley, the pacificator and expander. Topeka, Feb. 1, 1902. THAT SCHOOL QUESTION. The Lowman Hill Womans' League Plainly States the Case. The Woman's league, an organization of colored women living in Lowman Hill school district, have sent to the Capital the following explanation of the position in the public school controversy: "It was stated in the Topeka Daily Capital last Thursday morning that every question which is brought up by the colored people in the Lowman Hill school controversy has been passed upon by the board of education and received a final settlement, but the colored people are still keeping their children out of school. In order that our position in these matters may be clearly understood, the colored women of the Lowman Hill district make the following statement of facts: It is true that we are keeping our children out of school and will continue to do so until the trouble is adjusted in some satisfactory way. Individual members of the board have expressed a desire to have the matter settled, but so far as we know, the board of eduaction has done nothing to bring about a settlement. We did not oppose the separation of the white and colored children in school because we fear our own race cannot teach them. We are proud to say that we have men and women fully competent, and if the board had given us equal school facilities for our children we would have had no grounds for complaint, though we were not in favor of separate schools, because we have not had one heretofore and it is not pleasant to have even the school house doors closed in one's face. We know that the moral standard is equal, and there was never a time when our race made greater sacrifices to lead our boys and girls to a higher plane of self-respect and good citizenship as at present. But it is said indeed to meet at the dawn of the twentieth century so little charity and such unjust discrimination. We are attacked on the one side by traitors in our own race and on the other by humiliation and prejudice. The board of education is not only attempting to force upon us a school site that has been condemned as unhealthy and located at the extreme southwest corner of the Lowman Hill school district, but also an old two room school building which will not furnish even temporary accommodations for our children, notwithstanding the fact more than half of the new eight-room brick Lowman Hill school remains unoccupied for lack of a sufficient number of children to attend school. We do not want to appear stubborn or unreasonable, but simply ask for equal school facilities. "One statement made in the Capital was incorrect. The old Douglas school has never been occupied by the white children in Lowman Hill, but was moved to the old school site about a month before the school opened, and the colored people were entirely unaware of the fact that the school would be separated as we had been informed by our member of the school board in the Sixth ward that there would only be one school in Lowman Hill." NUMBER 8. THE LINCOLN Day Club Holds Appropriate Exercises in Honor of the Great Emancipator. BANQUET WAS A SUCCESS. Music, Song and Oratory Tell the Story of the Negro's Love for the Immortal Lincoln. Wednesday, February 12, 1902, will live long in the memory of the Negroes of Kansas. It was the anniversary of the birthday of Abraham Lincoln, the martyred president of the United States, and in the years to come will be commemorative of the organization of the Kansas Lincoln Day club and the inauguration of their first banquet. Elaborate preparations had been made by the club for the entertainment of the public. A large and enthusiastic crowd of 1500 people assembled in Representative Hall when the Twenty-third Regiment band played "The Star Spangled Banner" as the signal that the exercises commemorative of the great emancipator were opened President Jas. A. Page in a brief manner announced the purpose of the meeting. He sketched the life of the great president in a few well chosen words. Hon. Jas. H. Guy was introduced, His subject "Lincoln the Statesman." He took the position that the study of the heroes of the nation, especially such men as Lincoln, would result in increased patriotism. "No man in the past," said Mr. Guy, "was ever as great as he, and I do not think there will ever be one in the future who will surpass him. I would compare him to Grant, but it was the might of Grant's sword that led him to the presidential chair while it was Lincoln's mind and his statesmanlike qualities which gave him the confidence and love of all the people." Capt. S. A. Harvey of the Twenty-third Kansas regiment, who resides in Lawrence, was the next speaker. His subject was "The Reconstruction Period." He took up the history of events just prior to the adoption of the reconstruction policy and asserted that it was due to the strenuous efforts of a few great men in the North that the policy was adopted, as both Lincoln and Johnson were in favor of allowing the states to work out their own salvation. He said that in his opinion if the Negroes had not received a franchise to vote then it would have been a long time before the matter would have been settled or before it would have been taken up again. He said that the reason was that wise Republican statesmen saw and realized that with the aid of the Negro vote in the South they might maintain their power in the affairs of the nation. Mr. Harvey does not believe it was right to send carpet-baggers into the South and they are to blame for the excesses and humiliations which were heaped upon the heads of the white people in the South and not the Negroes. He denounced the efforts that are being made in the Southern states to disfranchise the Negro vote and he thinks the race should have more men in congress. He said: "At one time we had nine representatives and senators. We have none now. They were no disgrace to their constituents. No more than many of the members who have been of the white race. No more than some who are there now. "The Democrats have nearly an equal division of the votes in the North, the East and the West and this attempt to disfranchise twenty per cent. of the voters will place them in supreme control. Is it not time for the Republican party to take such means as were taken during the reconstruction period to save themselves from total annihilation. I heartily concur with those efforts which are to be made to reduce the representation of those states in accordance with the votes and as the constitution says they should be." Rev. W. L. Grant, Kansas City, Kas., spoke for the "Negro Soldier." His remarks were eloquent and his description of the heroism of the ae et I ee ee ren oom | ABOUT YOU OR YOUR FRIERD ANNOUNCEMENTS, I am a candidate for the office of Probate Judge, for the second term, subject to the republican primary elec- Hon, to be held on the 8th day of March, 1902. W. E. FAGAN, ‘We are authorized to announce the candidacy of Emmett E. Roudebush for member of the Board of Education from the Sixth Ward, subject to the republican primary. T hereby announce my candidacy for ‘the office of councilman from Second ward, subject to the next republican primaries to be held for city officers. EDWARD HAWES. The best place to buy drugsis at Lee's. Mrs. Henry Bennett {s seriously Ml S. T. Jones of Leavenworth fs in the city. ‘Mr. Elder Scott has gone to Omaha. Neb. ‘Miss Corinne Letitia Dennett js slow- ly improving. ‘Mr. 2nd Mrs, William Wilson have moved to 117 West Fifth street. ‘Mr. George Bradford is serfously iN at the Riverside hospital. Messrs. John Patterson and J. Mar- shall spent Monday in Kansas City, Mo. No. 2 at the firct sommuntcation in Stone of Lawrence spent Friday night in the city, It while down town you are hungry at night. stop and sce Clem Wilson and satisfy your appetite. See Abe Jacobson at 502 Kansas av- enue, for new und misfit clothing. Also loans money on valuables. Mr. Walter Burnett of Kanses City will sisit friends In Topeka next Sun- day. Cards are out announcing the mar- tlage of Miss Lenna Bradshow and Mr. Robert Perkins. ‘The Ladies Imperlal Art Club will meet on Saturday afternoon with Mrs. E. Ridley. Frank Glass and Mr. Page of Esk- ridge, Kan., were In the city attending the Capital City Club opening. ‘Mr. Arthur W. Harris, our traveling representative, js out in interest of the Plaindealer. ‘Mr. and Mrs. Burt Williams of Oma- ha, Neb.. are the guests of Mrs. An- geline Williams. Mr. Williams’ mother. ‘The Capital City Club gave a very pleasant reception on Tuesday night. A full report will be published next week. See E.S. Lee, the drugzist, at 112 West Eighth street. Rebecea Chapter No. 8, 0. E. 8., will receive the Masons and their wives next Tuesday from 3 to 6 p.m. Mra. Ridley is making @ splendid matrons. ‘The funeral of Mr. Pleasanton An- derson was held at the M, E. church, corner Fourteenth and Van Buren, ‘Tuesday afternoon. ‘The Oak Leaf Art Club met Wednes- day afternoon with Mrs. Ike Manning. After an hour spent in needlework a dainty lunch was served. ‘Memorial services were held at the Shiloh Baptist church Friday evening, February 14, in respect of Rev. Moses Dickerson of St. Louis, Mo. Have yeur prescriptions filled at E.S. Lee's, 112 W. Eighth street. Miss Halle Ford, daughter of Major G. W. Ford of Fort Scott, spent Satur- day and Sunday In tne city as the guest of Miss Arnicholas Chiles. Euclid Lodge, A. F. & A. BL, No. 2. did work in the first degree Jast Mon- day night. In the hands of W. G. Wil- Hams, master, this lodge is enjoying a healthy growth. Rev. J. R. Ransom was in the city on Tuesday. Rev. Ransom Is conduct- ing a very successful revival at Atchi- son. He has had a hundred and fifty converts and more to follow. When in want of anything in their line, call on Leuenberger Bros., dealers in Stapleand Fan- ey Groceries, Fresh and Cured Meats. Phone 291. 933 Kansas erenne: ‘The Topeka Plaindealer, the official organ of the Negroes of Kansas. Read it and Jearn what the race is doing. ‘Local correspondent in most all of the Important cities and towns In Kansas. Job work a spectalty. M. W. Joseph Jones, Past Grand ‘Master of Prince Hall Grand Lodge of Kansas A. F. & R. M., will deliver a Masonic lecture before Euclid Lodge No. 2 at the first communtcation in March. Brother Jones 1s one of the brightest Negro Masons in Kansas. ‘The Dumas Club met at the resi- dence of Mra. C. Mortan’s Friday, Feb- Tuary 14 Mrs. Lattimore of Kansas “* & ts & so" = # City, Kan., being the guest of honor, made an Interesting talk. The club adjourned to meet at Mrs. Carpenter’s February 28. ‘The Rose Bud Club met at the resi- dence of Mrs. O. Fox last Friday. Af- ter an hour spent in needlework a dainty lunch was served. ‘The club ad- Journed to meet Friday, February 21, with Mrs. Clarence Bradshaw, and Friday, February 28, with Miss Lulu Clinkseale. ‘The Arden Club met with Mis M. A. Jamison on last Thursday evening. Miss Hester Hawkins read a review of the preceding lesson. Scenes I, If, 111, of act V. third part Henry VI, were read. The club was favored with an fnstrumental solo by Miss Jamison. ‘The club will meet this week with Miss Lena Thompson. Mr. Chas. Talbert, formerly of At- chison but now a resident of this city, Is assisting in the management of the Delmonico, Mr. Talbert is caterer of the highest class and his polite, gen- tlemanty conduct fs making him a host of warm friends. He will be pleased to have his friends call when visiting ‘Topeka. ‘The cake walk and ball given by the ‘Twenty-third Regiment Band last Thursday night was a grand success. Of the three contesting couples Mr. Harvey Bryant and partner, Miss Alice Murdock, capped the prizes H. G. Brown's Imperial orchestra furnished tbe music, which was a success in ev- = respect. HL. Gee tested tr B to Corea aah Votes TOWD S ccicottandand Onhestr Im S, ‘with Washburn’s Mrastre petial nee oer Orchestra 2" "= S" FA, GG, vsie formsned for att Brown's: Sere oot Im erial with) Washburn’s Minstrel ip Son easns reo See Orchestra S70: eine Ble eine ar meceann, Jacob August, proprietor of one of the leading clothing houses of this city, died very suddenly of heart dis- ease on Sunday. He has veen a suc- cessful business man for many years, He has been in Topeka since 1889, ana has been constantly in business. The funeral ceremonies were conducted by Rev. L. H. Roberts of Kansas City, Mo.. who was a close friend, Mr. Au: gust was a staunch friend of the race. Among the many social clubs in To- peka none stands upon a higher plane than the Western Star, an organiza- tion comprising a set of young people who are entertainers of the first class and who thoroughly understand the ar. of making things pleasant for the fortunate ones that share thelr hos- pitality. This fact was clearty demon- strated at their masque valentine party last Friday night at 118 West Eighth street, where over one hundred of the soclety s upper crust enjoyed them- selves to their heart's content. Last Thursday evening Mr. Tom Pascal, who lived at 170$ Topeka ave- nue, Was found dead near his stable, about 5 o'clock p.m. Mr. Pascal went out to do his chores about the house apparently well and hearty, but re- mained out longer than usual and his wife becoming alarmed went out to see what the trouble was. After look- ing around the lot for some time she came upon the lifeless body of her hus- Vand. She immediately ‘spread the alarm and Was soon surrounded by friends. A doctor was colled in and pronounced heart failure as the cause of death. The remains were interred Saturday after the arrival of friends aie paainehiege:. A CONDENSED REPORT. ‘The Ministers and Deacons Union of the Central District Association of Baptists met with the Second Baptist chureh, Topeka, Kan., Rev. Waa. Wool- fork, pastor. ‘The president, Rev. G. W. Watson of Burlington, Kan., called the meeting to order and Brother L. Richardson conducted divine services with prayer. The chairman stated that the meeting was in order for business. The constitution was read and adopt ‘ed; whereupon a very good paper was read by Miss Lillian M. Woolfork, the organist, who rendered good music. Owing to bad weather the union was not largely attended, only at night, when room could hardly ve found. Rev. A. Voorbles of Joplin, Mo., preached at night and a good time was had after the regular order of busi- ‘ness the union stood adjourned until gtiday morning. ‘those who joined the union and paid their fees were: Rey. wm. Woolfork, 25 cents: Miss R. Pattison, 10 cents; ‘Miss Lellea Woolfork, 10 cents; Lena Richison, 25 cents; Doco R. Whit, 25 cents; E. C. Stoner, 25 cents; Rufus Fraser, 26 cents; H.’Wilson, 25 cents; Mrs. E. Brow of Mankato,’ 25 cents; John Calven, 25 cents; J. Northta, 26 cents; Henry Robb, 25 cents; Mra. L. Cooley, 25 cents; N. Wallams, 2 cents; "W. Robeson, 25 cents; ‘Mrs. Amanda Holt, Mrs. James Hick, Mrs. ‘Mary Douglas, Mrs. John Calven. Col- iection, $10.50; Pafd Rev. G. W. Wat- son, $9.00. February 14, at 4 o'clock, the Rev. White, pastor of the B Street Baptist church, preached, text Psalm 121, sub- ject, “Power With God.” at was well delivered. Among the many good ‘things he said that one evil In the pulpit was more than one bundred in the pores of your helm giraers. You strain at a pat and swallow camels. if the blind lead the blind they all fall into the ditch together. The wolf comes to seek and devour and to scat- ter the flock. Woe be unto the pastor that destroys and scatters the sheep of my pasture. At night the Rev. Ba- Ker preached, text twentleth chap- ter Acts, 26 verse, take heed therefore unto yourself and to all the flock, that the holy ghost hath made your over- seers to seed the church, for I know this, that after my departing shall grieve us wolves enter In among you, Rot sparing the flock. A good time, Indeed, all seeeth to enjoy the meet- ing. Rev. White wants the ministers to use the gospel sword that calls dead sinners from the tomb, that gives the blind their sight; then we will have peace at home and pleasure abroad. We will love our wives and serve the Lord. Rev. G. W. Watson deserves much credit for the manner in which he conducted the unfon, adjourned to meet May 15 and 16, in Topeka, at the same hall. REV. WM. WOOLFORK, Pastor. REV. G. W. WATSON, President REV. P, JOHNSON, Secretary. A COMMUNICATION. Father Dickeraon. in 1864 heean hie We COBSS WHO wy The young ladles are that spend their time “stabling” on the streets for treats? ‘The modest young man was that didn't have the nerve to attend a awell white party where he was invited. The leading politician was that went “way back and sit" down whenasked to pay for his plate at the Lincoln Day banquet? The society young lady ts that spends most of her time window shop- ping in front of a promment dry goods store? ‘Will be chairman of the repubitean county central committee? Looks swell since ne bas had his hair straightened? Is the old crank that imsulted one of her guests. and possesses the foulest mouth in town? Gave 15 cents in Sunday school col- lection? Presented themselves as valentines at the homes of several young Indies Sunday? Is the young man from North Tope- Ka that wishes to go with a certain young lady of South Topexa, but can't hecause her girt associates don’t think he ‘s “There”? Refused to give one young lady a nickel for collection to help her Sun- day school class. but willingly gave it to another? There surely must be some understanding between them. ‘Wanted to go to the hall last Fri- day night. but couldn't, because she afdn't care to go? Poor boy, that Is only the first stage. Pald a visit to the Institute Sunday? Comes down Seventh street from school with expectation of seeing Wim? A baa -eginning. Slinped and fell on the fron grating last Friday night? Is making quilts for a wedding soon to be pulled off? Great work. which was first to set up the ladies court in the elty of St. Louls, second to set up the brotners and sls- ‘ters of Loving Charity No. 2 in the elty of St. Louls. The third to set up the Daughters of the Tabernacle. His fourth in great work was to set up the Maids and Pages of Honor, which {s the grandest of his work. ' Farewell, Father Dickerson. farewell, To the ashes of Father Dickerson, farewell. ‘MISS MYRTLE FOX, S, H. HARRISON, Q. M. SECOND CHRISTIAN CHURCH ITEMS. The Bible School and church ser- viees are being well attended and we look to the future with a great deal of interest. We hope to meet our friends at these meetings. ‘The ladies of the church will serve & luncheon at the residence of Mrs. J. W. Sharp, 912 Spruce street, Lowman Hill, on Thursday evening, the 27th Inst. Remember our churcn directory. Bi- ble school at 9:30 a. m.; preaching at 11 a. m. and 7:20 p.m. Evening sub- Ject: “I Thought vs. Instruction.” B. © Duke. pastor. INDUSTRIAL INSTITUTE NOTES. Preparations are being made for the quarterly examinations which occur In all departments next week. Principal Wm. R. Carter departed last Monday to attend the Negro con- ference at Tuskegee. The school _ex- pects to be very materlalty benefited by this trip and the state will be given considerable advertisement as a de- sirable place of location to intelligent Negro farmers. Prof. Carter will spend a Week in the south. Assistant Principal MW. Freeman and Mrs. Carter, lady principal, bave charge of the school In the absence of prof. Carter, and thoroughly under- stand the management of the institute. Officers of the Booker T. Washing- ton Literary Society will ve elected for the mext term Saturday evening; an excellent program will also be ren- dered. ‘Mr. Paul Jones, to the intense Inter- est of the literary soclety, performed admirably on the plano last Saturday evenlng. Quite a number of boys and girls ap- peared and enrolled In the free Satur- day morning industrial classes last Saturday. From the earnest way in which these worthy ones take up the work and apply themselves to it noth- ing but good can be accomplished in teaching them a trade. It is hoped that more mothers will send their boys and girls to the institute next Saturday morning at 9 a. m. Y y Colon d OUung COLO! as Gentlemen. .. Who sing bass and tenor well, and who desire 2 College education, will learn how they may attend College without paying board and tuition by address- ing, IMMEDIATELY, Edwin Ray Snyder, "ct" °F GEORGE R. SMITH COLLEGE, SEDALIA, MO. NOTES FROM LANE CHAPEL. On the evening of the fourth Sun- day, our grand rally day, Prot. Carter of the Institute preached us an excel- celt sermon; subject, “The Forsaken Prince.” ‘The Ladies Sewing Circle will meet Friday at 2 o'clock p. m. at the par- sonage. ‘The Pleasant Hour Club gave an old fashioned candy pull at the home of the captain, Mrs. Wm. Eagleson, ‘Tuesday evening. ‘The result of our rally on the fourth Sunday was $129.08. The effort will be renewed the fifth Sunday in March. Sunday, March 2, will be quarterly meeting day. Preaching morning and evening by Rey. T. J. Moppins, P. E. Preaching at 3 p. m. by Rev. Greene of Brown's Chapel A. M. B. church, The Epworth League will render a grand program the second Tuesday ev- ening of March. ‘Miss Mollie Fulton will represent the C. M. E. church scholarship in the Industrial Institute, Nee Ne ene ow are emer eee ‘The ‘pastor, Rev. A. Milton Ward, will preach a sermon to men Sunday morning at 11. Subject, “Men, Don’t Drift” In the evening the members of the choir will render the following pro- gram: Scripture reading and a few brief remarks by the pastor; anthem by the cholr; paper by Mrs. M. E. Langston; solo by Mrs. Sadie McClain; song by ‘the chor; solo, Chas. Mc- Nairy, Mrs. O. A. Taylor accompanist. ‘Mrs. J. M. Wright entertained the Helping Hand Club last Friday atter- noon to the delight of g large and ap- preclutive gathering of the members and well wishers of St. John. ‘The Sewing Circle met at the par- sonage on Wednesday and was enter- tained by Mrs. Nellie Walliams. The unusual large attendance of gentlemen at this meeting made the ladies to so forget themselves that they falled to call upon Prof. W. T. Vernon for a speech. But that’s all right, Professor, you Will be seen again. ‘The members of St. John A. M. E church are hereby notified to meet in church conference Friday evening, February 28, 1902. Matters of impor- tance that demand the presence and attention of every member. Remarks will be made by Dr. Wm. B. Jackson, Hon. W, I. Jamison, W. W. Buckner and Prof, R. H. Wade and others con- cerning the debt whicn falls due in this year. After which the trustees will be elected for the ensuing year. Our second quarterly meeting Will be held March 9. We call upon every ‘member to look well to the occasion. E. O. DeMoss, Res. Tel. 776. Office Telephone 192. L. M. Penwe t, Res. Tel. 775. 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To OUR CORRESPONDENTS AND SUBSCRIBERS: What is most needed at this time is money. Each week we receive more news than we have room to publish, which necessitates the carrying over to the next issue. We would like to enlarge the paper, but cannot for the reason that a majority of our subscribers don't pay. If our correspondents would send a small money order each week with their news, it would encourage and assist us in accomplishing our aim to enlarge the paper. If you want your news published, pay up Subscribe and pay for the paper and get your neighbor to do the same. Our Correspondents should wake up and make a littel cash for themselves as well as greatly assisting us. A GREAT MEETING. Clay Center, Kan.. Feb. 6, 1902.—The Ministers and Deacons Union of the Western District of the Central Baptist association, met with Second Baptist church, Clay Center, Kan., February 6 and 7, with the president, Rev. G. W. Watson of Burlington, presiding, who called the meeting to order at 10:15. After making some appropriate remarks the union got down to business. The following ministers were present and paid their quarterly dues: Rev. G. W. Watson of Burlington; Rev. James Thomas, Salina; Rev. Robert Cox, Salina; Rev. Wm. Hampton, Abilene; Rev. J. A. Wright, Manhattan, Deacon Geo. Johnson. Clay Center; Deacon Finch, Clay Center; Rev. Terrell, pastor of M. E. church; Rev. Wm. Davie; Rev. Thompson; P. E. South and Rev. Norris, J. W Davie, Sister Geo. Johnson of Clay, Sister N. Dunlap of Junction City; Sister Cruse, Junction City; Sister Jones, Clay Center was introduced to the union. Topic, the Afro-American, was ably discussed by Rev Wm. Hampton, Pastor I Thomas, J. A. Wright, Robert Cov, Rev. Norris, Sisters Hammond and Moore were introduced to the union. Rev James Thomas read an interesting paper on pulpit discourse. This paper was carefully prepared and presented. Revs I. Thomas and Cov preached strong sermons the first day, which were well received. EVENING SESSION. - The union reassembled at 7:30. A large congregation turned out to hear a sermon from Rev. Dr. Thomas of Salina. Sister Martia Cuse of Clay delivered the address of welcome in a nice manner, responded to by Sister Dunlap of Junction City. Rev. Thomas preached an able sermon on doctrine, which the congregation enjoyed. Adjourned to meet Friday morning. Benediction by Rev. Thomas. FRIDAY'S SESSION. Union called to order at 10 a. m. After the devotional the union got down to business. The question box, presented by Deacon Geo. Johnson, was very interesting Sister Dunlap read an interesting paper on "Pride. Education and Missions." which was commended by all. Sister Hattle Rector and Sister Jones, Rev. Mrs. Thompson were introduced to the union. Sister Rev. Jones of Clay read a good paper subject, "Why Pretend, be Reasonable." She brought out good thoughts. The symposium, "The Lord's Day," was ably discussed by Revs. James Thomas, R. Cox, J. A. Wright and Wm. Hampton. At 4 o'clock we got another able sermon from Rev. J. A. Wright of Manhattan. Adjourned to meet at 7:30. Benediction by Rev. 'Phone 167 110-112 S. 4th st. Troy Steam Laundry Dunton @ Murphy, Props Prompt Service—Clean White work. ATCHISON. -:- -:- KANSAS MUSICAL STUDIO 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. EVENING SESSION. The union met at, 7:30, Rev. C. P. Thompson conducted the devotional service. Rev. Thomas of Salina read another good paper, subject, "The Deacon's Duty to Pastor." The choir furnished excellent music. Rev. G. W. Watson preached a good sermon to a large congregation. The finance committee reported $13.94 taken up from all sources. At the conclusion the Lord's Supper was administered by Revs. Thomas and Watson, Cox and Wright. COMMITTE REPORTS. To President ..... $ To Secretary's service ..... Stationery ..... Program ..... Janitor ..... Church expenses ..... Plaindealer ..... REV. J. A WRIGHT. MRS. N DUNLAP. REV. WM. HAMPTON. ON RESOLUTIONS. We, your committee on resolutions, beg leave to make the following report: Whereas, The members of the Second Baptist church and the M. E. church of Clay Center have opened their doors and received the messengers of this institute, and have spared no pains to make it pleasant for us. Therefore, be it resolved, that we extend to them a vote of thanks for their hospitalities, and to the pastor, Rev. Wm Hampton, for his great interest in the work and caring for us. Resolved. That we also extend thanks to Rev. Watson, the president, for manner in which he presided over this meeting. Be it further resolved. That we extend thanks to the white brothers and sisters for their kindness shown to us. We further recommend that we indorse the sentiments of the institute on the subject of the outlook of the Afro-American, that the outlook and possibilities are as good as any other race in the country. We further recommend that the topic be continued in the next meeting. We also recommend that the secretary send a synopsis of this meeting to the Topeka Plaindcaler for publication. We thank the sisters for their fine papers read during this meeting and to the choir for excellent music. Rev. J. THOMAS. REV. J. A. WRIGHT. SISTER N. E. DUNLAP. SISTER E. CREWS. SISTER L. R. JOHNSON. Committee. Rev. Hampton showed himself to be When in Leavenworth ...Call at... "THE CHOCTAW" Joe Lacey, Proprietor. He is always at home to his friends. 326 Choctaw Street. When You... —WANT FINE— Candies,Fruits,Nuts,Eto. CALI. ON James Manusas, 114 WEST EIGHTH ST. He Manufactures his own Candies. Western MACON, MISSOURI. A School of 'Christian 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 ENOS LARKIN SCRUGGS, A. M., Pres. the right man in the right place. His people love him, white and colored. We had one of the grandest meetings we have ever experienced before. One joined the church. This church has a splendid choir; been organized twenty years. The spirit of the Lord was with us in this meeting. Adjourned to meet at Junction City, Thursday before the second Sunday in May. REV. G. W. WATSON, President. REV. ROBERT COX, Secretary. ATCHISON, KANSAS. The Knights and Daughters of Tabor of Atchison had a memorial at Ebenezer Baptist church Friday evening, February 14, in respect to their deceased chief, Rev. Moses Dickerson, of St. Louis. A very creditable program was rendered. We join this worthy organization in paying a high tribute to this great man. He stood the severe test in his day like all other race men must do if they ever expect their work and name to live after death. Sir Knight Jas. Brown was presiding officer. Had the occasion been known to other societies many would have taken part. Rev. I. S. Wilson of Topeka has set the spiritual fire going in this city at the A. M. E. church, resulting in about 139 conversions and reclaimers being added to the churches. He was ably assisted this week by Rev. Davis of Troy. Rev. Smothers has opened revival at Ebernezer. Let the good work go on. Whenever you start for sinners in the right way you get them. God is always on the side of right and when you fail your methods were wrong. This will be an eventful baptising and all Christians are happy. Rev. Matt. S. Jones of Garden City, Kansas, preached at Shiloh Sunday and the members report they were highly pleased with his sermons. Come again. Brother Jones. If you get a man in your band wagon and he is not trustworthy, put him out, and if you are not trustworthy he ought to go out at the first station else "the horse is on him." Jrof. Draper publicly commended the energy and executive ability shown by the pupils of the Business college. Many of the whist players did not hold in during the revival while the dancers did. A professional man is reported as sneering at the Business college. You are Invited to visit to see if your sneers are not out of place, and since you have no money at stake therein, you ought to "go away back and sit down." Misses Mal Lewis. Nannie Parrott and Mary Fisher, three of our most experienced teachers will soon be writing stenography so rapid that many lucrative jobs will be open to them. Out of 47 oratorical contestants, at Effingham High school, whose papers were turned over to the committee to select 3 of the best for final contest, Gosnold Hudson, the only negro in the contest, is one of that eight. JH. GRRPN Manager electric Lights Mrs. GERTRUDE POTTY Prop. Steam Heat The Hotel Imperial, 109 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. --- Geo. M. Hammel Merchant Tailor STRICTLY HIGH ART TAILORING 509 Kansas Ave Topaka March the 6th, 8 p. m., is the day set for the final contest. With all white judges a negro will be going through "an eye in the needle" if he wins in the last struggle. Several of the Atchison people say they are going out to stiffen his back bone by their presence. Send us the news and we will send it to Topeka. The memorial services of Father Dixon was held by the tabernacle of this city, at the A. M. E. church last Friday evening. In a well written paper. Brother Bradford spoke of Father Dixon's life and work as founder of the Order of Tabernacles. Papers were also read by Mrs. P. Bowers, Mr. Joe Bowers, Miss Etta Moore, Mrs. Fischback, also little Alice Miller and Eva Brown of the Juveniles. The choir of each Tabernacle rendered several sacreu selections. Quite a large number were in attendance. Little Arthur Anderson was shot by a playmate last Monday afternoon and badly wounded. Dr. Young was called, and through his efficient treatment, which Dr. Young was able to give, as we all know Dr. Young is one of our oldest and best physicians that Lawrence affords, and we look for a speedy recovery of little Arthur. The S. L. D. T. club met at the residence of Mrs. Mattle Bryant last Tuesday afternoon. The author of the afternoon was Paul Lawrence Dunbar. Quite a number of his quotations were recited by members present. An elegant lunch was served after the program and all left expressing their best wishes to the hostess, for the excellent manner the club was entertained. Sick list this week: Messrs. Harrison Dorsey, Dick Johnson, Cy Richardson, Israel Allen. The "Charitable Club" will give a grand concert and ten cent lunch. Tuesday, February 25, at the residence of Mrs. Lucas, on New York street. The funds will be given to assist the poor of our city. Come out and help to buy a meal for the city's poor. Growing in interest as shown by the large number that come out each Sunday afternoon. Miss Minnie Hines read a paper that called forth much discussion on the subject of marriage, being a success or failure, and much enthusiasm was shown by all who joined in the discussion. The music rendered by the A. M. E. choir was very much appreciated. Mr. Albert Mumford, son of Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Mumford, died at their home, 140 Missouri street, of blood poison. Sunday 12 a. m. He had been sick for some time past. His funeral took place from the home Monday afternoon and his interment at Oak Hill cemetery. The concert given by Lawrence young men, last Wednesday evening, was quite a success. The music was very fine indeed and the parts from Shakespears' plays by Mr. Dell Orma were very much appreciated. The Forum met Sunday evening as usual, with a large attendance, the society is evidently progressing. NORTH TOPEKA. The Twelve Star club met with Mrs. L. E. C. Stoner, 108 West Curtis street Wednesday afternoon, 3 p. m. Paper read by Mrs. Ida M. Jordan, subject, "Jesus came to save the lost," 26th verse of Exodus. It was committed to memory and read by little Bessie King, nine years old. Brief remarks were made by different members. After routine of business luncheon was served. The club adjourned to meet the first Wednesday in March. Mrs. Ida M. Jordan is expected to take a flying trip to St. Joseph, Mo., to attend to some business of the lodge. Daughter Samaria Cornell is up and around. Daughter Benton is enjoying good health. H. Murrel has improved considerable. Daughter Anna Johnson played beautifully Friday night. She is a member of Macondla Tabernacle No. 13. Macondla Tabernacle No. 93 are progressing nicely. No sick. HUTCHINSON, KANSAS. Mr. Will Owens left last Friday evening for Idaho Springs, where he will take charge of his new position. Miss Grace Taylor cf Lyons, Kansas, has been visiting in the city for a few days left last evening for her home. Invitations are out for the reception to be given by the Mandolin club; all are anticipating a delightful time. Miss Anna Brown left last Sunday for Wichita. Miss Carrie Pope entertained the Pastime club Wednesday evening at her pleasant home, 229 D street. Those present were: Mrs. W. C. Owens, Miss Anna Crooms, Miss Mae Thomas, Miss Grace Taylor of Lyons, Miss Marguer Look, Read, Consider! Read and Subscribe For THE PLAINDEALER Pay a Cash Subscription. Paying for a thing after it is used up, seems like throwing money away. Neat Book Printing. ite Crow; Messrs. James Green, Tom McCalap and A. Brown. The house was charmingly decorated with southern smilax and pink carnations. A dainty luncheon was served at 11 o'clock. Miss Pope and Miss Thomas rendered select soloes in their usually pleasing manner. All report a delightful time. Mr. James Pope, of 229 West D st., has a severe attack of the la grippe. Miss Marguerite Crow of this city is attending the Salt City Business college. It is wondered if the time will ever come when the Negro preachers will realize their position in the pulpit. The King Hotel MRS. WOODY, PROP. Comfortable Lodging—Good Board. 819 VERMONT ST, LAWRENCE, KAS EMPORIA, KANSAS. Mr. William H. Canafax, son of Mr. and Mrs. W. M. Canafax, and a member of St. John's Lodge No. 14, A. F. and A. M., died at the home of his parents on State street, Tuesday morning of last week of consumption. Mr. Canafax was a good, quiet, moral young man of about twenty-four years, 3 months, 8 days of age, and being a brother of good standing in the above named order, was cared for by the members of the same during his sickness, and at last when it was his to die was also cared for by his brothers; who according to the laws, rules, and regulations governing the same, took charge of the remains, conducted them Look, Read Read and THE PLAN Pay a Cash Subscription ter it is used up, seems B Neat Book to the St. James Baptist church where the funeral sermon was preached. Rev. W. H. Pollett officiated; thence to the Maplewood cemetery where his remains were placed in their last earthy resting place. Notwithstanding the inclementy of the weather, there were many who paid the last tribute to the deceased and were also witnesses of an excellent sermon which was very impressive and ought to be long remembered. The Masons performed their duty exceedingly well. Misses Mattie Henderson, Lulu McVay, Mrs. Geo. White, Mrs. Mary Silvers and Mr. Joe Reeves are on the slick list this week. Mr. Thomas Cannon of Dover, Ok., is here attending the Kansas State normal. Revival meeting has begun at the St. James Baptist church again and all are invited. Mr. J. H. Twyman of Fleming, Kan., was up on usiness Monday and Tuesday of this week. Major Ford and daughter, Miss Hallie, who is now attending the Kansas State Normal, visited with Mr. and Mrs. D. F. Tipton Sunday and Monday of this week. Mrs. Julia Newcomb's little daughter, Bertha, was buried in Maplewood cemetery Monday of this week. The funeral services were held at the Church of God's, Bishop Groves officiating. The little one was a little past five years old. Mrs. Julia (Redmond) Newcomb's friends sympathize with her in the loss of her little one. Mrs. R. Moore doesn't seem to improve very fast from her lame rheumatic condition. Please allow me space in your paper for this question: If the Negro celebrates Abraham Lincoln's birthday, who is going to celebrate Frederick Douglass' birthday? Here is where we make our mistake. Fred should be loved by his race; must he be forgotten? I also wish to say that the Plain-dealer is one of the best enterprises in the west. I think every colored family ought to take it, and I am ready to pay my subscription whenever our correspondent calls for it. J. B. ODAIR, 810 Congress street, Emporla. FORT SCOTT, KANSAS FORT SCOTT, KANSAS. At last that much dreaded disease smallpox, which has held such a sway especially among the colored people here, seems to be abating. Our schools and churches which were closed by order of the Board of Health are again open. We fear the loss of time in school is to play sad havoc with the grade work of the children, but realizing the difficulty, both parents and teachers will urge regular attendance and close application for the remainder of the year. The Fort Scott schools in the last eighteen years during which time the colored children have been permitted to enter High school with the whites, have accomplished a work, for which their able corps of teachers need not PIANO AND ORGAN MINIATURES FREE TO EVERY PERSON mentioning this magazine we will send absolutely free set of Cornish Pan-American Exposition models of piano and organ miniatures. This illustration is 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. 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Something over 120 pupils have been promoted to High school fifty-eight of which graduated with honor, some are now filling positions of honor and trust as principals, assistant teachers, bookkeepers, tradesmen, merchants, cooks and intelligent laborers, and we must point with pride to the fact that very few if any of these graduates are included in the list of criminals; proving beyond a doubt that an education of the young is a safe panecia against excessive crime. The public school up to the High school controlled entirely by colored teachers has connected with it a little bench work or a miniature mechanical department where our boys have learned the name and uses of common carpenter tools. This is a new department in education here. Introduced by Principal A. M. Wilson after his return from the army. Many of our boys show considerable tact with tools. They have made carpenter's benches, wash benches, kitchen tables, troughs, ladders, towel rollers, boxes, sand tables, dog houses, have built fences and many other useful things. A love for mechanical work inculated in public school finds an outlet in our industrial schools and institutes. Because of this department the Ft. Scott schools have been enabled to enroll during the past two years as many boys as girls, a circumstance hard to find in many schools. The churches are not over prosperous this winter l, Consider! Subscribe for INDEALER Paying for a thing af- like throwing money away. k Printing. owing to disease and bad weather but promise developments for spring and summer. Miss Hallle Ford has gone to attend the state normal at Emporia. Mr. Sam Hawkins has been confined to his bed for some time with pneumonia. Tom Jones, one of the oldest citizens died Saturday. Tom Lawrence prefers the raising of wheat and corn, to the grinding of them, hence he has quit the mill and become a full fledged farr 2r. J. M. Carr is about again after an attack of the la gripe. NEWTON KANSAS Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Gross entertained in the honor of Mr. and Mrs. Revealy. The evening was spent by playing games and cards, which, after a late hour, a two course lunch was served. A happy party of young people were sleigh riding one day last week. All report a good time. Mrs. John Jackson is on the sick list and also Mrs. Ramey is quite ill. The F. D. literary met last Tuesday night. A swell program was rendered. We wonder what J. F. will do without W. C. F. Miss Clark, who has been visiting Miss Hazel Richardson, has now returned to her home in Valley Center. Mrs. Patson is visiting friends in Newton. Mrs. Coleman has moved to her new home on east 9th street. Mr. Chas. Faulkner has been suite ill at his home on west 1st street. He is improving. Mr. John Frame took his first lesson in two-stepping and one-stepping yesterday. Mrs. Grant fell and broke her arm in two places. LEAVENWORTH KAN The body of Mr. Henry Jones, father of S. T. Jones of this city, was brought here from Kansas City Wednesday for interment. The funeral was held at Bethel A. M. E. church, Rev. N. C. Buren of Kansas City officiating. Mr. Jones was a well known and respected citizen of Leavenworth, having lived here for many years. And while life's door closed on the exit of one we are to no more view with mortal eyes, but on one we are certain was greeted at the gates of that city beyond the mountain range, with these words, which are to be a comfort to all weary travelers: "Well done, thou good and faithful servant, enter thon into the glory and the kingdom of the Lord." OUR PRIZE OFFER. Here Are Chances for an Education, Boys and Girls Take Notice THE TOPEKA PLAINDEALER desires to reach every Negro family in the West. It is our desire to serve the best interests of our people. To do this we must be in touch with them. We must know what decisive movements are going on in your neighborhood. We can only know this by being in close touch with you. You want to keep in touch with the Negroes in all parts of the West. You want to read THE TOPEKA PLAINDEALER. For the past four years we have been receiving a fair and reasonable patronage from our people. We desire to return the favor. There are thousands of bright faced boys and girls desiring a higher education. THE PLAINDEALER is going to send some of our boys and girls to school. We are making this offer to the boys and girls. Do you want it? Kansas and Missouri have splendid schools for the education of the colored youth. We will offer free scholarships in the following schools: Lincoln Institute, Jef- I VOTE FOR M of For a Scholarship ferson City, Missouri; Geo. R. Smith College, Sedalia, and The Baptist College at Macon, Mo.; The Western University, at Quindaro, Kas.; and the Industrial Institute for Colored Youths, at Topeka, Kansas. These schools are all splendidly equipped with modern conveniences, and support especially trained teachers for all departments. We make the following offer to any colored boy or girl. THE PLAINDEALER will give a Free Scholarship on the following conditions: Any boy or girl who secures four hundred cash subscribers we will give a free scholarship at Lincoln Institute, at Jefferson City, Mo. Any boy or girl who secures three hundred cash subscribers we will give a free scholarship at the Western University, Quindaro, or the Topeka Industrial Institute. To any boy or girl who secures two hundred and fifty cashsub scribbers we will give a free scholarship at the George R. Smith College, at Sedalia, or the Baptist College, at Macon, Mo. All persons entering this contest must notify this paper, and specify the college they desire to enter, and as soon as they have furnished this office with the required number of yearly subscribers, together with the cash, we will send them to the school. We make the following offer to our Kansas subscribers. To every Kansas subscriber, who pays all arrearage due to this paper prior to August 15th, 1902, will be allowed a vote for some Kansas boy or girl for a special scholarship. The boy or girl receiving the highest vote will be given an additional scholarship in either one of the Kansas Negro colleges. THE CANDIDATES New That Man Stores Has Been Returned, She Should Be Sorted to New Malad, Mrs. When the Lessons of Orridation Are More Seriously Nailed Lessons from the Life of M'Kinley K. J. BELLFRIED & M. KINLEY Lessons from the Life of M'Kinley THE LINCOLN MANHATTAN PARK & I. LINCOLN