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THE TOPEKA PLAINDEALER. The Negroes of Lawton Should Stand Their Ground, and if Necessary, Give the Texas Rebels an Introduction to Will Ranglr's Method Topeka Colored Men Meet and Form Plans for the Betterment of the Race-Active Workers Have the Matter in Charge. Historical Se State House TH VOLUME IV. The Negroes of Topeka Co Meet and Form Plans the Race—Activ the Matter Sunday afterooon at the Industrial Institute occured a very important meeting of the colored men of this city,which ought to bring forth good, material results, not only from the Negroes of this city and State but from the entire Western country as well. The assembly Hall of the Institute was crowded to the door with men eager to drink in the valuable thoughts expressed. The speakers were colored men who have come up by dint of hard work, push and patience, not only against obstacles but in spite of them, and are now successful men of Topeka, in medicine, law, business and teacher's profession. The most careful attention was given each speaker, and considerable enthusiasm and earnestness was maniest. Resolutions were adopted showing the sense of the meeting and a Committee consisting of one member from each ward was appointed to promote the giving of scholarships by colored clubs, lodges, and churches and examine into the fitness of persons receiving same. This committee consists of Messrs D. D. Hope, H I. Monroe, Wm. Reynolds, S. G. Watkins, C. G. Coleman, and Rev. W. H White. The following are extracts of speeches as taken by the Instructor in the business course, Mr. Albert Ross,—Mr. John M. Wright who presided over the meeting said in part, "I consider it an honor to preside over a meeting where colored men are called upon to engage in heart to heart talks concerning the part that they are to play in the progress of this city. We have quite a diversified representation of gentlemen to speak to us this afternoon, ministers, doctors, teachers and business men—men who have been successful in their callings, men who have been tried in the school of experience and whose advice can be fully relied upon." Mr. Clay Odell: "I have been tried for twenty years along the line of grocery business. We should hang on to what we have been doing in the past and make a success of it The grocery business is one of the hardest kind of business but with me it was work of starve. I have made improvements all the time, I have made it pay me well." D. D. Hope: "I have always been a friend to this school. I hope to see it grow second to none. I would like to see more of our young men and girls in this institution. It seems that we have been educating our children through high schools and colleges simply to care for horses and to become servants. We must teach our children to become buiness men by learning trades, and branching off in them. Teach them to work and keep working." Rev. J. M. Brown: "Visiting the nearby cities and making a careful investigation, I find that from a moral intellectual and financial standpoint according to population Topeka stands second to none. The colored people here are indeed a factor in the progress of this city. The ratio is about one to every six or seven white persons. We have a very serious part to play in every movement for the betterment of the city. There are many ways in which we may consider to build up the city as we are related to it, but the most effective and most productive are along industrial, intellectual and moral lines—that is, we must make the Negro industrious, intelligent and moral, a Christian workman, skilled in the trades and professions, nothing short of a USEFUL man. In Topeka with one sixth the population, with far less number of colored people, we have more business houses and more business men that are representing the race in business and industrial pursuits than has Kansas City, Mo. The colored people of this city cannot expect to stand neutral. The better we are the better we can expect of the city. There are three things we need: We must be a courageous and united people. We must pay our debts. We must have that sympathy and race pride to respect and push along one another in business. John Hancock in a speech supporting the Declaration of Independence once said. 'Boys, whatever comes we must hang together.' To this Benjamin Franklin wittily replied, 'Yes, boys, for if we don't hang together, we will hang separately.' You will find people in this town who are trying to drive us out, and unless we do our part we will notice it will come up in more than one form. Unless the colored people in this town will hang together, from the aspect of the situation in Oklahoma this last week, they yet may have to hang separately. If colored men can't get $3 per day, make $2 per day, if you can't make $2 per day, make $1 per day. We must have more of our men go to the country and make homes and business there.' Prof James Page: "I believe that there never was a time in the history of the world when brains and energy, moral and intellectual force, did not count for something, no matter whether the person wore a black skin or a white skin. Work in some office, clerical work, perhaps higher. If you cannot secure that make the most of what opportunities in life you have. Exercise your energy and will power, mental and moral influence for building up the city. We should continue in the work in which we are employed and put brains and will power into our efforts and we will be amply rewarded. We have to prove ourselves honest, intelligent, useful and progressive. Have to be real men and women." Prof. Wade: "I shall discuss the matter under the following heads: Our relation as Fathers; our relation as Citizens; our relation as Negroes. Our relation as fathers should be that of the one who looks at the well being of all, and the effect of any act of his, or of his family, will have on the rights of any person composing this social fabric. As citizens, we have the same care as any other persons who are a part of this federation. What is the immediate concern of the city is an immediate concern of ours. Our relation as Negroes is that of those more sinned against than sinning. I am inclined to believe that those who charge us with tardy progress are either unmindful of the successive steps in the civilization and progress of any race of people, or have sinister motives for their attacks. As individuals composing this great social compact, we should show that we have the strength necessary to enter into its formation. But how may we improve this condition? There is every reason to believe that the father is more responsible for the existing condition of affairs, in his immediate household, than his wife. One of the best ways is to be a man. To allow nothing to take place in this city, that is purely for its improvement, without being a party to it. It should not be said by those who pass certain parts of this city, 'This is a colored settlement,' on account of the noise they make. Those who, by dint of circumstances or perseverance, have become self-supporting, should seek to help those who have become less so. As Negroes, we owe it to ourselves to bring about a reformation in social affairs. Lastly, our lives should be so full of good deeds that, in the words of an orator, 'He is not so much a black man, but a MAN though black.'" Attorney Thomas.—"I am proud to say that during the last fifteen years I have been interested here I have watched carefully and have been deeply interested in the progress of the city. I have noticed that the progress made in the advancement of our race has been equal to that made in the other races. It was nothing like this way 15 years ago, not only in the way of behavior but in the industrial lines of business made in this community. Merchants, here, business men, doctors, men of different professions go along hand in hand with their brothers. It proves that they are shortening the distance between them. TOPEKA, KANSAS, FRIDAY MORNING, APRIL 11 1902. This Institute was not here a few years ago. Progress has been made during this time, and this school is equal to any of its kind in this part of the country. We must learn to practicalize. Think along lines of practical demonstrations. Seek the thing you know best, grow higher in that, perhaps if it is not at what you are adopted to follow, stick to what you have. I believe that teachers and the businessmen of Topeka, should all give scholarships here. I am willing to give a scholarship here in order to encourage boys and girls to come here." Prof. Clinkscale: "I fully sympathize with what has been said and hope to see practical demonstrations. Village improvement—a sentiment that will improve the homes and home surroundings—should be in some way identified with this good movement. We often see our white brother with a grape vine and seed in his hands going home to improve, but when have you seen any colored brother or sister taking home such things. I find that our churches do not support the necessary organizations on the Temperance question. What organizations are you supporting that are to promote Temperance among our race? Do not let us resolve so much but let us get right down and do something. It will not look so pretty in print, but it will count for more." Mr. G. C. Coleman: "I am a sort of contrary man. I like to be always opposite to other people. Why don't some of these strong Temperance people come down and help us weak Temperance people out. Why do they leave the work for us weak temperance people to do? I Telegram gang of Texas ruff It is gratifying to the PLAINDEALER urge the Texas rebels to of all lovers of lib South Carolina mo Here's with you. A spe are dead, two more work of a Negro, Randle was burned few more such Neg will doubtless stop ```markdown ``` Telegraph reports tell the story of the dastardly efforts of a gang of Texas ruffians and cut-throats to drive the Negroes out of Lawton. It is gratifying to note the attitude of the Governor of Oklahoma. The PLAINDEALER urges the Negroes of Lawton to stand firm. Don't allow the Texas rebels to drive you out. Gov. Ferguson spoke the sentiments of all lovers of liberty and justice when he said: "While I am governor, South Carolina methods shall not prevail in this Territory." Here's the way for Negroes in the South to die—take some with you. A special from Tuscumbia, Ala., April 7, says: "Five men are dead, two mortally wounded and two seriously hurt as a result of the work of a Negro, Will Rangle, with a rifle yesterday while resisting arrest. Randle was burned to death in his own house after being fatally shot." A few more such Negroes who will sell out at such dear prices when attacked will doubtless stop Southern lynchings. think that is the trouble with us now. The very people who are successful, who by virtue of their great intelligence, talents and ability ought to reach down and help their less fortunate brother, are the very ones who pull off to one side, and leave the practical work for us weaker ones to do. The better class of colored people must line up with, and use their talents and abilities in laboring to uplift their less fortunate brethren." The following are the resolutions adopted at the meeting: Whereas, A Negro Men's meeting assembled at the Industrial Institute to consider, "The relation of the Negro to the progress of Topeka, and how he may improve it;" Whereas, We recognize the marked development of this city, along industrial, educational, moral and commercial lines as the legitimate results of the unselfish efforts of all citizens; And further, although hampered in many ways, we rejoice in the knowledge that the people of our race have played no small part in the bringing about these results—that they enter into every department of our city's activities and are important factors in the city's progress. Whereas, Realizing that the part which we have played has been largely due to individual initiative and private enterprise, and further understanding that the great commercial enterprises of our time demand that, in order for us to be a positive force, it is necessary to secure by some means a combination of efforts for the promotion of the race's good in order that this result may be brought about, therefore, Be it Resolved; That we in this meeting do most earnestly desire to impress upon our people the importance and immediate necessity --- ot being allied with the very best elements at work for the good of our city, to the end that by the unification of our efforts we shall be enabled to render ourselves and our people a positive force in the business life of this city. Be it further Resolved: That the best life of a people can only be conserved through the agency of pure home life, from whence come high ideals of manhood and womanhood—that behind all development lie these two things, manhood and womanhood. Be it further Resolved: That in our several walks in life, each will endeavor to impress upon our young men and women the great importance of industrial training—for purity of life depends upon ability to earn an honest livelihood. In these ways the Negroes of Topeka may become more important factors in the progress of our city. Committee.—Rev. J. M. Brown, N. Sawyer, J. Hume Childers. The colored men will not allow the meeting to end in the resolutions adopted but a similar meeting will be held, Sunday afternoon, April 20th. In the meantime the following committee, J. M. Wright, H. Clay Odell, J. Hume Childers, will devise plans for reaching the unreached Negro and making the race a more potent factor in the progress of our city. Mrs. Vernella announced that the Otterne club had purchased a scholarship for some worthy Topeka boy or girl, for the next school year. the popular candidate, Hon. Insley L. Dayhoff, is still prominent in Eph reports tell the story of the dassians and cut-throats to drive the Negroes note the attitude of the Governor of the Negroes of Lawton to stand for drive you out. Gov. Ferguson sparederty and justice when he said: "While methods shall not prevail in this Territory the way for Negroes in the South to special from Tuscumbia, Ala., April 7, really wounded and two seriously hurt Will Rangle, with a rifle yesterday whil to death in his own house after being Negroes who will sell out at such dear price Southern lynchings. the race for the office of State Superintendent of Instruction. The rumor that he had withdrawn was absurd and without foundation. ROOSEVELT'S SOUTHERN Policy-Offices in Mississippi Going to Democrats-Only Two Colored Men Appointed and are Democrats President Roosevelt's Southern policy has attracted wide attention from the fact that he has been ousting old line Republicans and putting in their places men of the Democratic party. The head of patronage in the state, according to Lincoln, the Transcript's Washington correspondent, is Wilson, a Gold Democrat, formerly private secretary to the late Senator Lamar By calling a journalist, he now represents the New Orleans Paycune at Jackson, Miss., his field covering the entire state. He has made a specialty of the uplifting of the South. Some of the appointments made at Mr. Wilson's instance speak for themselves of the sort of work he is doing. R. C. Lee, who has been made United States district attorney, is a white Democrat. He held the same office under President Cleveland's second administration. He was a state senator when Mr. Roosevelt appointed him, and though not 40 years of age, has had an extensive experience in both houses of the legislature. Isaiah T.Montgomery a very black Negro Republican who was once a slave of Jefferson Davis, has been made receiver of public moneys at Jackson. He is a natural leader of men and an organizer and executive of uncommon ability. One of the A Correction. most notable achievements of his was the colonization of an agricultural community of his own race on a tract of rich land in the Delta. He has made his colony a great success, and the people are not only excellent law-abiding citizens, but are making money. Mr. Montgomery attracted attention through the country in the convention for revising the state constitution by supporting an educational qualification for the ballot though he knew it would exclude nearly 125,000 Negroes, T. V. McAlister, a light-colored Negro Republican, has been made collector of the port of Vicksburg. He is one of the best known colored men in Mississippi, has shown himself thoroughly competent for his post and is very popular, enjoying the good will of the people of both races. William F. Swan, a white Republican, has been made collector of the port of Biloxi. He is not identified with politics, and never held office before, but he is a capable and accomplished citizen with large business connections, whose public service is his patriotic contribution toward promoting the new era in the state. W. E. Collins, register of the land office, is a native Mississippi, and eminently respectable citizen and a Republican. R. O. Edwards, postmaster at Jackson; Michael J. Mulvihill, postmaster, at Vicksburg; O. D. Henderson, postmaster at Biloxi and W. D. Woods, postmaster at Columbus, are all Republicans but natives of Mississippi and endorsed by bankers, merchants and other business hardly efforts of a goes out of Lawton, Oklahoma. THE arm. Don't allow the sentiments me I am governor, mary." to die—take some says: "Five men as a result of the tie resisting arrest, g fatally shot." A services when attacked men regardless of party. Miss Nannie Neilson, postmaster of Greenville, is regarded as one of the most accomplished women in the state, with a fine business record. Miss Sallie Millsaps, postmaster at the Hazelhurst, is a daughter of the late Judge Millsaps, a leading Republican. She is also a cousin of R. W. Millsaps, one of the most successful business men in Mississippi and a philanthropist who endowed Mills College, a Methodist institution of high standing. These are fair samples of the sort of material with which the local federal offices have been filled by President Roosevelt in response to Mr. Wilson's suggestions. The rule followed in choosing them has been that the government of the United States deserved none but the best qualified servants. Where the choice was open between several candidates of different politics, the preference was given to Republicans; the second choice has fallen to the Gold Democrats; but where these were lacking, there has been no slackening of the general policy, and a Bryan Democrat or a populist has been taken. In every case the appointee has been a person with a first-rate standing among his neighbors. Naturally, in a state people of Mississippi is, 80 per cent of the postmasters appointed have been white Democrats, especially in the small places where the post office belongs to the fourth class. Often ex-confederate soldiers have been chosen. One notable instance is that of S. B. Thomas, postmaster at Terry. Mr. Thomas was colonel of the Twelfth Mississippi Regiment during the civil war, and a famous fighter. A Virginia Plea for a Just Suffrage Law—The Outlook Ably Discusses the Question of Southern Injustice to the Negro. The Virginia Constitutional Convention has just finished discussing the suffrage question. An influential minority demanded that the new qualification for the suffrage should follow the line of good citizenship rather than the line of color. Dr. Richard McIlwaine, the president of Hampden-Sidney college, put the argument of this minority very strongly in an address which he delivered before a conferene of the Democratic members of the Convention, and which has since been republished in pamphlet form. He expressed at the outset his belief in the superiority of the white race and the inferiority of the Negro race; but he declared that "it is not the Negro vote" which is chiefly responsible for the present corruption in Virginia politics, "but it is the deprived and incompetent men of our own race." To bring this home to his audience Dr McIlwaine presented a comparison of the social and criminal statistics of two Congressional districts in Virginia—the Ninth and the Fourth—the former a typical white district and the latter a typical Negro district. The contrast be tween the two may be put in the following parallel columns; White district. Black district. 9 whites to 1 Negro 5 white. 6 Negro. 4 literate voters to 2.7 literate voters 1 illiterate. to 1 illiterate, 1 felony in 1900 to 1 felony for every every 105 voters. 268 voters. 1 person sent peni- 1 person sent pen- tentiary for every itentian for every 489 voters. 912 voters. 74 cents per voter 42 cents per voter In other words, while the white district makes much the better showing as regards schooling, it makes much the worse showing as regards crime. The object of the Convention, Dr. McIlvaine contended, was to elevate the electorate; and if this was to be done, a line should be drawn which would eliminate the worst elements, both black and white. Such a line ought to be drawn, he said, even if the federal constitution did not require it, and such a line must be drawn if the supreme law of the land was to be obeyed. In order that it might be drawn, Dr. McIlvaine made the following recommendation: "Let those citizens of Virginia not debarred by other sections of the Constitution, who are assessed with a poll tax of $1.50 and a state tax on property of at least $50, be registered and remain on the registration list permanently. Before they are allowed to vote, require a certificate to be presented to the officers of election, showing that these taxes have been paid six months before election. After January 1, 1904, require every applicant for registration, in addition to the above requisites, to present his application in writing, done with his own hand, in the presence of the registrar. Make no exceptions except of soldiers resient in Virginia who have actually served in time of war." Dr. McIlwaine admitted that a suffrage law thus drawn would deprive a few worthy citizens of the franchise, "but no citizen," he urged with force, "has a right to complain of such abridgment when it is essential to the body politic." The number of public spirited white voters in Virginia unable to pay direct taxes on $150 of property is probably less than the number of citizens disfranchised every year by the registration laws of New York. Those who object most to property qualifications on the ground that they lessen the influence of the poor upon the counsels of the government will readily admit that Dr. McIlwain's property qualifications would exclude relatively few poor voters, except of the shiftless and venal class which everywhere votes as the boss and muneried power back of him demands. It is probable that a majority of the convention would have accepted substantially Dr McIlwaine's proposal had not the Democratic State platform seemed to pledge them not to disfranchise any white voters except for crime. The NUMBER 15. provision finally adopted guards the suffrage after 1904 substantially as Dr. McIlwaine proposed, but prior to that allows a distinction between whites and blacks by authorizing white registration officers to put on the roll untaxed illiterates who "understand" the constitution when it is read to them. The way in which this "understanding" clause is likely to be interpreted in Virginia is clearly revealed by the way in which Alabama's "character" clause is now being interpreted in that commonwealth. The Alabama boards of registrars have recently begun the work of making up the list of "life" voters—voters whose names shall remain upon the rolls whether or not they would otherwise be debarred from voting by the suffrage qualifications to go into effect in 1903. The following paragraphs from the Montgomery "Advertiser" illustrate the manner in which the boards are proceeding; Birmingham, March 10.—The registrars in the city beats completed their first term today. As it was reported that Negroes would be given an opportunity of registering to-day, a large number of colored men presented themselves, and the majority of them were turned down. The Negroes were disqualified on one thing or another, the good character ciace proving a stumbling-block. The total number of Negroes registered during the three weeks' sitting of the board will be under one hundred. The total registration for the city is fairly good. Aniston, March 11.—The work of registering the life voters of Calhoun county was begun yesterday morning. Hon. John B. Knox, president of the late constitutional convention, was the first on the registration books. Up to the time of closing yesterday 130 persons had registered, all white. Eight Negroes applied to the board, but were not given certificates. Their names were taken and will be submitted to a committee of reputable citizens, who will report as to their characters. This course will be adhered to by the registration board with regard to colored voters. Huntsville, March 21.—The Madison county board of registrars has reported that two Negroes, the first in the county, were registered Wednesday at Toney. Alexander Brooks, a colored soldier who fought in the civil war, presented his honorable discharge, and, in accordance with the constitution, he and his son, Thomas Brooks, were entitled to vote for life. Selma, March 21.—The registrars for Dallas county completed the first three weeks of their work in Selma tomorrow, and will then go from here to Valley Creek beat, which adjoins the city and is the largest beat in Dallas county, outside of the city precinct. Up to last night about five hundred and fifty of the citizens of Selma had registered, seventeen of whom only are Negroes. Another despatch from Selma says: "The people here believe that the new constitution was adopted to get rid of the Negro vote, and they are insisting that the letter and the spirit of eliminating the blacks from participating in governing this country in the future be strictly adhered to." Apparently, the fact that the spirit and the letter of the Constitution of the United States forbid the disfranchisement of citizens because of race or color is a matter of no concern. The discrimination against the Negro race, manifest in the framing of the new Alabama constitution, is made more glaring by the manner in which the constitution is being carried into effect. No journal is more anxious than the Outlook to get rid of race and sectional issues in our politics, but, as believers in obedience to the laws of the land and the principles of equal rights, we are bound to protest against the injustice of these measures. Indeed, we protest because we hate race and sectional issues—for sectional issues depend for their very life upon race issues, and race issues are kept alive by laws expressive of race scorn and ministering to race bitterness. The people at the North who are most anxious to bury these issues are most concerned that the South shall show its loyalty to the Federal Constitution, and make its suffrage qualifications follow the lines of good citizenship instead of the line of color. announced at Topkea, Shawnee county, KS, every Friday morning by the Plandec Publishing Co., 314 E**** It was surprising to read in the daily papers last week, a long tirade against Mary Wade, a notorious Negro character, and not one word against the poor, (?) defenseless white man who fell a victim to the blandishments of this Etheopian circe. It is not the the purpose of this paper to defend this class of Negroes. Nothing contributes to the degredation of our people so much as the notorious Negro mymphs de pavi who infest the large cities. It is no more than right that the notorious white men, who desend to associate and cohabit with a class of Negro women who are ostracised by respectable Negroes, should receive scant sympathy from respectable white journals. It is a fact well known to every police officer in Topeka, and many citizens, that this class of Negro women do not approach white men, but are followed up alleys and down back streets by the male members of the so-called superior race. It is the men who should be disciplined and not the ignorant, besotted, half-witted wretches who yield to the persuasive blandishment of the white race. We believe, if the dailo papers of Topeka would make a crusade against that protection of these white men who presume to associate with Negro women of the stamp of Mary Wade, there would be fewer cases coming up before the police judge. It is a passing strange that the white people must demand and maintain seperate schools, churches, etc., in order that contact with the Negro will be limited, yet they seek to associatate with Negro prostitutes and thieves. A white man who confesses to such an act should be confined in one of the state institutions for feeble minded. Down in Linn county some new postmasters have been appointed, and among them is our highly esteemed friend, Bruce Dennis, editor of The La Cygne Journal. No better selection could have been made. Mr. Dennis is one of the brightest newspaper men in that section of the state and a thorough gentleman in every respect. In placing such young men as Mr. Dennis into positions of trust, the cause of Republicanism grows stronger. He does not measure a man by the color of his skin but by true character and moral worth. We wish him a long and prosperous future. The Omaha Progress has been running an ad. all winter under the caption of "Our Mid-summer Offer." Perhaps the Nebraskans are basking in the sunshine of mid-summer while in Kansas overcoats are strongly in evidence to keep out the chilly winds of mid-winter. What are we doing to benefit the town in which we live? The Negro is greatly hampered in making handsome homes with wide lawns and elegant furnishings because the white man's prejudice keeps him from obtaining decent positions, where renumerations is fair. Just give the Negro a chance. The world demands of the Negro the same standard of excellence and conduct that it does of the white race, yet denies him the same privilege of earning a livelihood. Give the Negro a man's chance in the race of life. "The relation of the Negro to the progress of Topeka and how he may improve it," was the question discussed by a large gathering of Negroes at the Industrial Institute last Sunday afternoon. This meeting coming so close upon the heels of the recent conference of the Topeka women, indicates the presence of a strong desire to do something that will influence public sentiment towards the race. The appointment of a special committee for the purpose of presenting some definite plan for the work of improving the condition of the Negro in Topeka, and how he may be able to aid and assist in the city's improvement is a step in the right direction. While the previous meetings have been productive of great good, there has been a lack of definite purpose in the discussions. There is a great work to be done by the Negroes in Topeka—much that will redound not only to the general improvement of the city, but to the good of the race. This work is in the hands of competent men and the results of the next meeting will be watched very closely. The young Negro is patiently watching for results from the recent meetings at the Industrial Institute. 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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 our people. Following is the faculty. Rev William Tecumsch Vernon, B S D. Am. Pre- Lecturer in Philosophy and Logic. (Charles S ```markdown ``` Send your sons and our WESTERN A great school for our youth, train their children for the world. THEOLOGICAL DEPARTMENT to ministry, desiring to fulfil the demands today. NORMAL DEPARTMENT, prepared for teaching in the public school, higher training to those desiring. PREPARATORY DEPARTMENT, fitted the Normal department and given for education to those deprived of hood. MUSICAL DEPARTMENT, for fununity 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 opinionated competition and labor unions and nothing will so aid the Negro child to compete with any in the labor. With such training now the future of his children or the courses, Architectural or M and Carpentry. Printing, both man. Tailoring, Bookkeeping, and Stenography, Dressmaking. FACULTY—The faculty is come from Lincoln, Wilberforce, Fri Hampton: the best schools of the trained by our people. Following Rev William Tecumsch Vernon, Lecturer in Philosophy and I ONLY 2-2 DAYS FROM KANSAS CITY —TO— California —VIA THE— Great Rock Island Route El Paso Short Line Daily Tourist Cars. PERSONALLY CONDUCTED TUESDAYS AND THURSDAYS THE LOW ALTITUDE ROUTE Also Personally conducted tourist Excursions Every Wednesday and Friday via COLORADO AND SCENIC LINE. QUICKEST TIME TO EL PASO. BEST LINE TO OLD MEXICO. For full information address E. W. THOMPSON, A. G. P. A., Topeka, Kas. JOHN SEBASTIAN, G. P. A., Chicago. Mrs. Anna Johnson 106 E Street West Is prepared to give first-class room accommodations to the traveling public. Clean beds a specialty. When in Hutchinson stop there. ```markdown ``` We sell you Furniture on Long Time and Small Payments and if you get sick or out of work we are easy on you. Now, if we are able to prove to you that our goods are as good and our time prices no higher than cash prices on Kansas Avenue, then you ought to be on our side. OFFICE BLOCK 118 EAST FIFTH STREET. QUINDARO, KANSAS. Now a part of our State's Inter work of life and its duties. For State's Interess—eroe entities. MENTS! Bowman, Tuskegee, instructor in Mechanic- drawing and Carpentry; John Charles Wood, in instructor in printing; Joseph Nelson Garret, of W. interforce, instructor in business course and sten- graphy; James T. Edwards of Hampton, teacher in 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. M. Morris, matron, teacher of science. In addition, ficturers on various topics have been secured. Opportunities—These teachers and office- staff constantly labor for the betterment of the you- people under their care and gladly lend a help- and to the same. No student is made to feel the ting of poverty, but merit alone tells. The most reserviing are given credit for the same. Expenses—Board per month, $5.50; tuition per month, $1; room rent, $1; incidental fee on en- trance, $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 arrangement for entrance can be made by writing Pres. W. Vernon, Quindaro, Kas. He will send one of the latest complete catalogues giving full information regarding the same. Write at once for informa- tion or catalogue to DEPARTMENTS! to prepare for the demands in our pul- loring or the work schools and giving a ing the same. fitting students for giving an opportunity of such in child- urnishing an oppor- nest of fine arts— MENT. It is the in- give our youth train- of life in the indus- that in this day of and stern demands so as to prepare his the world of skilled so man need fear for the future of his race. Mechanical drawing h job and journey- g, Business Course g and plain sewing. imposed of graduates Fiske, Tuskegee and the country main- Bowman, Tuskegee drawing and Carpe- structor in printing berforce, instruction graphy; James T. B. tailoring; E. J. Vern- A. F. Moore of Fis- literature; S. L. C. Mrs. Lulu Cunnin- Morris, matron, tea- tecturers on various OPPORTUNITIES— constantly labor for people under their hand to the same. sting of poverty, be deserving are given EXPENSES—Boat month, $1; room trance, $1. It is not necesa- encouraged here; s strong substantial l is not needed by o School opened Sep- for entrance can be Vernon. Quindaro, latest complete cat- regarding the same tion or catalogue t 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 on 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 WILLIAM T. VERNON PIANO AND ORGAN MINIATURES FREE TO EVERY PERSON PIANO AND ORGAN MINIATURES FREE TO EVERY PERSON mentioning this magazine we will send absolutely free set of Cornish Pan-American Exposition models of pianes and organs in miniature. 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. 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The Ladies Shamrock Club met with Mrs. Annie Tyler. Club devoted one hour at work. A dalty lunch was served. Adjourned to meet Tuesday, April 15, with Mrs. J. M. Brown, 1330 Van Buren street. The S. I. & J. Club met with Miss Nancy Deen Friday afternoon. One hour was devoted to work, after which lunch was served. The club adjourned to meet with Miss Dora Wilson April 18th. The Ladies Imperial Art Club met with Mrs. Taylor, 226 Kansas avenue, on Saturday afternoon. They elected the following officers for the ensuing year: Mrs. I. A. Shield, President; Mrs. D. F. Mallory, Vice President, and Mrs. E. Ridley, Secretary. The ladies of the City Federation will meet Monday afternoon, April 14, at 2:30 p. m., at the Congregational Parlors, at the corner of Eleventh street and Lincoln. All ladies interested are requested to be present. By order of President, Mrs. E. Matley, Secretary, Mrs. J. F. McCarrol. The "Sons of Rest," as we predicted, is a growing organization, as the sun draws nearer and the heat grows more intense, larger grows the membership, Fred Stonestreet, Jr. the "main guy" has already recommended that an addition be built to the Royal Temple. Mrs. S. P. Jordan entertained Wednesday last at 6 o'clock dinner, complimentary to Mrs. Wm. Garrett of Kansas City. The following partook of the bounteous repast: Mr. and Mrs. Jas Page, Mr. and Mrs. W. I. Jamison, Mr. and Mrs. O. A. Taylor and Mr. N. Chiles. The Arden Club met last Thursday evening with Prof. and Mrs. C. F. Clinkscale. The program consisted of the reading of scene III. act I of Richard III: a paper, Margaret and Elizabeth contrasted, by Mrs. S. G. Watkins, and music by Georgia Watkins. The club will meet this week with Miss Hester Hawkins. The little girls club met last Saturday afternoon with Alene Barker. Roll call was answered with verses from the Bible. Current tonics and business was discussed, after which Alberta Guv recited "My Pa." and Hazel Barton and Ara Hawkins discussed the merits of the pen and sword. An hour was spent in sewing. The club will meet in two weeks with Bessie Bennett. The Golden Rod Club met with Mrs. Albert Porter on last Friday evening. Mrs. Falls and Mrs. Smith of Chicago, Mrs. O. A. Taylor and Mrs. T. Williams were pleasant visitors. "The Geographical and Historical Knowledge before the discovery of America" was quite interesting and very intelligently discussed by the club ladies. The next meeting of the club, on April 11, will be with the Misses Phillips, and on April 18 with Gertie Solomon. On last Thursday evening, Mrs. N. Chiles and Miss Willa Smith entertained, complimentary to Mrs. Wm. Garrett. The parlors of Chiles hotel were decorated with palms and cut flowers. After enjoying palm reading and hypnotism by Dr. Taylor and Mr. J. M. Wright the guests were invited to the dining room, where a dainty lunch was served. Later the guests enjoyed the "Donkey Game," of which Dr. O. A. Taylor was awarded the prize, a china cup and saucer. A few weeks ago the Standard Club had a called meeting and Invited the Western Star Club to make preparations for an Easter party. The Star objected at first, but at last were persuaded to join hands with the Standard and do their part. Each member was taxed 45 cents. When the time came the Standard backed out. The Stars say they couldn't raise 45 cents, so they pulled out. The Star wishes to apologize to Owls, being important of the fact that the Standard was running in opposition to the Owls until it was too late. The literary department of the Eworth League rendered an excellent program Tuesday evening, April 1. Prof. Sawyers delivered a very timely lecture to the society. Tuesday evening, April 15, the exercises will include a debate between Messrs. Hicks and Scott, with their respective coadjutors. Subject, "Resolved, That the Press Has Done More For the Spread of Civilization Than the Palpit." The following were elected Sunday by the Sunday school delegates to the Sunday school convention, which convenes in Emporia this summer: Mesdames S. A.Owens and Prescilla Eagleson, Misses Samella Lacy and Elsie Orr All matter for this department must reach this office not later than Tuesday morning. If while down town you are hungry at night, stop and see Clem Wilson and satisfy your appetite. See E. S. Lee, the druggist, at 112 West Eighth street. Lawrence is as dark and muddy as ever. Mr. George Bryant is home visiting relatives and friends. Miss Eva Miner left for her home in Lawrence Tuesday. Mr. and Mrs. Moses Barber are the proud parents of a bouncing boy. Mrs. Chas. Talbert returned Sunday after a week's visit in Atchison. Mrs. J. L. Leonard is indisposed at her home, 1827 Van Buren street. Sam Jones Smoker, is the place to spend an hour pleasanty. Miss Henrietta Jackson of Kansas City is visiting relatives in the city. Mrs. Wm. Garrett returned to her home in Kansas City Friday last. Miss Willa Smith left Tuesday for western Kansas and Colorado in interest of the Plaindealer. Cards are out announcing the wooden anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. B. F. Hawkins of Lawrence. Mr. Marcus Freeman, our old well known cook, is up from Kansas City on business. Mr. Wm. Hall returned home Friday last from Chicago. He is suffering from an attack of rheumatism. Have your prescriptions filled at E. S. Lee's, 112 West Eighth street. Mesdames M. Smith and A. Falls and son of Chicago are visiting their parents, Mr. and Mrs. Grandpre. Mr. Grandpre returned from New Orleans, after a few days' visit. He says the south is too hard for him. The Ladies' Sewing Circle of St. John's A. M. D. church met Wednesday afternoon with Mrs. N. Chiles. Mrs. Tobias Hughes will move to Kansas City, where she will make her home. Mr. Frank Glenn, the sweet tenor singer, will sing at the Industrial Institute the 16th Inst. Don't miss hearing him. Samuel Jones of Leavenworth spent Wednesday in the city. Mr. Frank Thomas, on the corner of Tenth and Clay street, is very ill. Charity work from the people is needed. Mr. and Mrs. Nathaniel Sawyers are the happy parents of a fine bouncing baby boy. Nat is covered all over with smiles. Cigars for the boy. Mrs. Mattle Balwin of Kansas City, who has been In the city the guest of Mrs. Tobias Hughes for the last two weeks, returned home Sunday. Mrs. J. D Haley and daughter of Indian Territory visited in Thompsonville and Perry last week. the guests of Mesdames Capes. Williams and Ashey. Give the Sam Jones cigars a trial Mr. Albert Martin, porter on the Rock Island while boarding a Missouri Pacific train last Wednesday, had both legs cut off. He is in the Stormont hospital, doing well. The Orphans Home organization will meet Monday, 14th, at 8 o'clock, at the Christian church, corner Twelfth and West streets. It is urgently desired to have a full attendance of members present. Sam Jones cigars are the best in town. Mr. and Mrs. Jas. A. Page. Miss Mary Jamison and Messrs. John L. Harrison, Fred Rounuree and E. Ridley, attended the Northeastern Teachers Association, which met in Valley Falls Friday last. The many friends of Messrs. Andrew Williams and Robert Belle, formerly of this city, will be pleased to hear of their merited success in Nashville, Tenn., where they have opened an art studio. Messrs. Carl and Arthur Spears, Fred Stonestreet, Will McConnell, Eugene Mason, James Bailey and Clarence Langston were in Lawrence Tuesday night. The Ladies' Colored Orphans Home Association will meet next Monday night at 7:30 at Second Christian church, Twelfth and West streets. All members and friends are kindly invited to attend. The Excelsior Art Club met with Mrs. Ed Walker. One hour was devoted to study work, after which lunch was served, and then adjourned to meet with Mrs. Florence Williams on the 10th. Mr. Eddie Pell of New York is in the city, the guest of Prof. H. G. Brown. So far Mr. Pell is favorably impressed with our city and will no doubt make it his future home. We welcome him among us. THE BATTLE IS ON. S. B. DOUGLAS, President. H. C. DOUGLAS, Secretary. NOTES FROM LANE CHAPEL C. M. E. CHURCH. Our Easter exercises were of unusual interest. Mrs. Pillows royally entertained the Sewing Circle last Friday. This Friday afternoon the circle will meet with Mrs. S. E. Jones on Buchanan street, between King and Twelfth streets. The pastor, Rev. Brown, is preparing to attend his general conference, which convenes in Nashville May 1. Returning he will visit his mother and old Kentucky home at London, Ky. Please come to our grand rally Sunday. Rev. I. S. Wilson will preach at 3 p. m. NOTICE In the District Court in and for Shawnee County, Kansas. John Spalding, pliff., vs. Sallie Spalding, weft. No. 21609. The said defendant, Sallie Spalding, a resident of the state of Missouri, is hereby notified and required to take notice that she has been sued by the plaintiff. in the Shawnee county district, in an action for divorce; and that she must answer the petition filed in said court in said cause of action on or before the 26th day of May, 1902, or said petition will be taken as true and judgment rendered accordingly to the prayer of said petition. A. M. THOMAS, Attorney for Pliff. Attest: A. M. CALLAHAM, (Seal) Clerk District Court. Attest: (Sent) Is the young photographer that takes pictures for love's sake? Is so jealous that she doesn't even like for the other girls to smile at him? Answers by the name of Mr. and Mrs. Toussant? The family is growing very popular. Has almost decided to give up the school room for the painter's scaffold? Judging from some of his recent work he would make quite a success. Is spoken of as that "curious little fellow?" Is the young lady that fights the battle of all her associates? By tongue only. Has bought his girl $2.75 worth of candy in the last three weeks? He certainly has a large heart. Is the young undertaker that worried the Topeka boy's patience with his simple question about a certain young lady of this city? Is the young man that refused to take a lady to supper? They don't speak as they pass by. Is known as "Hogan's young goat?" Butting in. Wants to be a leading lady and play a dead swell part? We wish her success. The two young sports were from Lawrence who were very much disappointed the night of the dance. The young man of Lawrence is who has changed his mind about his having the sweetest girl in Topeka? The certain young man of South Topeka is who makes such frequent calls in the west part of town, that the street car men all know him, and it is never necessary for him to call for a Washburn college transfer? Wanted to take another young lady to the ball because his best girl was a church member. Wishes he had remained in Kansas City since she has not returned. Purposely missed his train to Topeka the other night? Is the latest sensation in Lawrence? The la student is who knows everybody, has been everywhere, filled enough positions to occupy at least 75 years and who says he is 23 years old at present? The Lawrence tanner finds so attractive on East Lake avenue? Went from Lawrence to Topeka last Friday evening, then got ditched for the ball Monday evening. Expects the Mandolin Club to live on "hot air" and play for "thank you?" JEALOUSY. We learn that some of the Lawrence boys have sworn vengeance against the Topeka boys, so much as to make preparations to hire every buggy in town Easter, should any one from Topeka come down. We wish to inform those young "children" that we have no desire for buggies, because we are not used to them, we have cars in our city, consequently a walk of ten minutes, the required amount of time which it takes to walk Lawrence over would not effect us. SONS OF REST IN LAWRENCE Last Tuesday evening the "Sons" made a flying trip to Lawrence for no cause whatever, but to their surprise were met at the train by members of the "T. P. P." and the "Heroes" clubs. They were escorted to the club house, where they were royally entertained until train time. Messrs. Will Thurston, Bud Hawkins and Mr. Jackson, the chief of the "Heroes" officiated. The Topeka boys had to give the Lawrence boys "theirs." They still bear the reputation of being the swellest entertainers west of Kansas City. SHILOH JOTTINGS. Shiloh is moving along very well at this writing. We moved upstairs Sunday for the first time this year, and we hope to be able to have all arrangements completed that we may continue to worship upstairs without interruption. The spacious auditorium was packed last Sunday at each service. At 3 p.m. Rev. W. E. Helm administered the ordinance of baptism to five candidates. It was a beautiful ceremony and the membership entered in to the full signification of this emblematic ordinance. There will be a social at the residence of Captain William Reynolds Thursday night. The Sanderson Mandolin Club will furnish music. We come once more, to notify our friends that we shall endeavor to cancel our indebentness on the first Sunday in June. We are making this the grandest rally of the year, and all churches and friends are requested to assist us on that day and we will in the bountifulness of our hearts return the favor. Mrs. A. R. Hightower's daughter, May, is very sick, and we hope for her speedy recovery. Mr. Ben Galns is at Christ's hospital. He underwent a painful operation Sunday. Our entire sympathy is extended to the family. TOPEKA INDUSTRIAL INSTITUTE NOTES. The Arden Club presented a very fine portrait of Booker T. Washington to the Institute last week. The picture is 30x32, and was made in Chicago. Thanks to the thoughtfulness of these progressive ladies. The Coterie announced through Mrs. Vernella that it had decided to give a scholarship to a worthy Topeka boy or girl applying, in the Industrial Institute next year. We praise these ladies for their practical way of solving the race problem. Several of the colored men at the Men's meeting last Sunday contributed money enough to pay the tuition of a worthy boy or girl living in Topeka through the entire next school year. These men see the value or industrial and literary education combined, and are seeking to have more of our young people take advantage of it. The young ladies in the printing office, Misses Rhea Barton, Iola Jones and Birdie Atkinson, are doing very effective work in setting up the school catalogue. These young ladies are mastering this most remunerative employment aside from their regular work in dressmaking and academic work. The boys in the carpenter shop have began the building of a large glass front wall cabinet for the tailor shop. We can not see why it is not possible for the colored clubs of Lawrence, Atchison, Leavenworth and Kansas City, Kan., and other towns in the state to establish and maintain scholarships in one of the trade schools of Kansas. A movement of the leading lights of our race will be followed by a like individual movement of the masses. Try it and convince yourself. Straightens Kinky, Curly Hair OZONO TRADE MARK KING OF ALL HAIR TONICS. 50£ BEFORE. AFTER. 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SMITH COLLEGE, SEDALIA, MO. Kohl's Cough Mixture For Coughs, Colds, Hoarseness Sore Throat. Etc. Price 25 Cents per Bottle. LODGES AND SOCIETIES CRIDE UP TOPERATRON No. 26, meets 1st. and d Saturday afternoon of each month as No. 906. North Kansas avenue. Mrs. Ida M. Jordan, Q. W. Miss Anna Reyneld, C. R. PEARLY ROSE Tabernacle No. 77, meets 1s and third Wednesday afternoons of each month at 2 o'clock at 113 East sixth street. Mr. KERCHAVIAL, H. P.; Mr. S. A. Owens, C. R. MACEDONIA TABERNACLE No. 93, U. K. T. Ballapo N. Kansas Avenue. Meets 1s and hoursdays of each month. Mrs. Jda M. Jordan. Patronize the Kansas City, Kas., Embalming and Casket Co. 1814 West Fifth Street. Owned and controlled by Negroes—Capital Stock $2,000. OFFICE HOURS: to 10 A.M. to 7 P.M. V. A. TAYLOR, M. D. PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON Calls answered day and night. W.M. E. JACKSON, M. E. PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON. Office 404 Kansas Ave. Over Wallace's Drug Store. TELEPHONE 635. TOPEAK, M. OFFICE HOURS {7 to 10 A. M. 12 M. 10 4 P. M. Telephone, 654 {7 to 10 P. M. J. M. JAMISON, M. D. Special Attention to desseases of women and private desseases. Office, 506 EAST STREET. Residence, 405 MADISON STREET. ASK YOUR GROCER FOR Ralston The 5 Minute Breakfast For Purina Health Flour Makes "BRAIN BREAD." From Our Correspondents LAWRENCE, KAN. Mrs. Fanny Smith entertained seven ladies last Thursday evening at her residence on Ohio street. The evening was spent in music and conversation. A delicate lunch was served and at a late hour the ladies left, expressing themselves well pleased with Mrs. Smith's entertainment. Mr. Pat Barker died at his home in East Lawrence last Wednesday morning, of a long illness. Mr. Barker was a Christian man and lived a loyal member of the A. M. E. church. He leaves a wife, two daughters and one son and many friends to mourn his loss. The Plainndealer wishes to extend its heartiest sympathy to the family. Misses Bertie Clark and Susie Silvers left Thursday for Denver, Col., to be gone during the summer. The weekly dance held at Johnson hall last Friday evening was reported a very pleasant affair. Mr. and Mrs. Joe Hubbard are in Kansas City for a short visit. Rev. Gohree baptized Sunday in the Kaw about twenty-five candidates. The usual number of "gazers" occupied the bridge and lined the banks of the river. Mrs. Mary S. Langston entertained at 5 o'clock tea, in honor of Captain S. A. Harvey last Thursday evening. Captain Harvey soon leaves for the Philippines for at least two years' stay. Miss Bessie Johnson is tast becoming a very accomplished musician. She has been taking music lessons for the past two years and her progress is remarkable. Miss Inez Woods is spending her vacation in Kansas City. Word has been received in Lawrence of the severe illness of Mrs. Paralee Brown of Omaha, Neb. We hope for speedy recovery. Miss Maude Thomas of Kansas City is the guest of Miss Blanch and Orville Thomas of this city. Mrs. Gertie Brown of Kansas City is the guest of Miss Lois Smith. A club of twenty girls and boys gathered at the home of the Misses Jones Friday evening and an enjoyable time was had by all present. Music was furnished by the Classical Student's Club. Mrs. Julia Taylor entertained the O. K. P. Club last Thursday evening. Palm Sunday was celebrated at St Luke's A. M. E. church by the Sunday school. In the morning Rev. P. D. Yochum, our pastor, preached us an excellent Easter sermon. From 2:30 to 1 in the afternoon a very interesting program was rendered by members of our Sunday school. From 7 to 8 the choir, under the direction of Mr. R. D. Jackson, rendered a continuous song service, taken from Gounod's "Re-elation," consisting of chorus, trios, solos and portions in narrative. The young people again had charge from 8 to 9. The Sunday school collections which was raised and sent to Dr. Parks for missions, amounted to $25.00. WILL SIGE IN COUGH. EMPORIA, KAN. Mrs. W. H. Pollette and Miss Mattie Henderson are reported much better his week. Mrs. Rosa Topp, who has been visiting relatives and friends for the last two weeks, returned to her home in Watamie Monday. During Mr. Isaac Barr's short visit with intimate friends here last week a swell party was given in his honor by some of the young men at E. Ray's ice cream parlor. You'd better run over again, Ike. Mr. W. L. Phenix went to Las Vegas N. M., where he has accepted a position in Lantry's blacksmith shop Mrs. Lella Love of Pueblo, Col., is here visiting relatives and friends. Hon. D. E. Henderson, who is attending the university at Lawrence, spent a few days visiting relatives and friends. Rev. W. H. Pollett baptised sixty-two of the late converts in the Cottonwood river Sunday. Mrs. Joe Phelps of Iola spent Sunday and Monday visiting her brother, Mr. C F. Terry, and friends, returning home Monday evening. Miss Pearl Henderson is representing the Chickasaw Rival as correspondent and would be pleased to receive any good articles for same. Miss Luvenia Brown is again attending the normal, after closing a successful school term in Dallap. Miss Mary Stovall of Neosho Falls was the guest of Miss Birdle Council's this week. Messrs. John McHeury of Council Grove. Thomas Stovall of Iola, James Stovall of Neosho Falls, Mrs. Glimmore of Kansas City and Mrs. Stovall and little son, Vernon, who are visiting her sister, Mrs. J. L. Brown and the Misses Bradshaw of Topeka, Sundayed here. Rew, J. W. Braxton, P. E., occupied the pulpit at the A. M. E. church Sunday a week ago. s c w days visiting relatives and friends. Mr. Dunlop, R. P. O. clerk out of Kansas city, spent a few hours bew ins with us Sunday. Rv. hope of Nicodemus occupied the unlit at the A. M. E church Sunday. GREAT BEND. KAN. Mrs. V. E. Gladden and Mrs. Chas. Dl which were the guests of Mrs. on Stephans. Willnie Roberson visited the city last week. Banks returned from his more. He reports a grand there. Irs Hand Club gave a so- evening at the home of Calmore is on the sck list. he will soon recover. Perry left Tuesday morn- ned her future home. Perry has purchased a the miles south of Larned. his former home in this moved up there. is entertained a few of Sunday in honor of Mrs. and Mrs. Chas. F. Din- College Springs who will now morning after spending time friends. Banks preached a noble for right after which the was administered. Gower and Miss Soffie lived a few of their friends Irre in honor of Miss Eva- erson of Stafford county, Gladden and Mrs. Chas. F. of Colorado Springs Col. Walker and daughter, for letmore Tuesday morn- their friends. B. Gladen and Mrs. Chas. were entertained Monday after the home of Mrs. Lucinda Martin. PROFESSORS OF LARNED. KAN. ction with our arguments that Nero should build upward from we are glad to place be- readers the progress of the Wm. H. Fox and Mer- were born in Jackson coun- After receiving an education in the Ohio state schools moved to Kane and located in Larned, Pawnee count and enlisted with the large what powers of the west and with the action of the drouth during the years of '93 and '94 it might be said that they have been crowned with suc- cess several times having in ten to twelve hundred acres of wheat. Uses of Negroes are the salt of the Should the wheat belts of Kane be more densely inhabited by would in the result a health- to the solution of the race A. WANDER JONES OF LARNED, KAN. Alanander T. Jones of Larned, Kan., the collector and owner of the Elite Cave was born in Helena, Ky., in '72, carried to Kansas in '86 and located at Larned. It might be well to state that at the time the yelp of a coyote was as frequent in this district as the song of the spring birds. Alex immediately in big skirts for work for restaurant in the city, and with strict adherence to business and economy, in 1900 was enabled to open the cafe which he now owns. The Little Cafe is not only a credit to the Names of Larned, but to the community at large. We feel positive in saying that besides having the better class of trade Alex has the largest patronage of any business of a like kind in the city of Larned. Mr. Jones has at present an able corps of assistants, among whom might be mentioned John McClain formerly with the Wyley Catering Co. of Topeka. Mr. Jones has recently bought a fine home site and is building a five-room house with all modern improvements on the same. He is shortly to be married to a Miss Blossom Williams, one of the charming young ladies of southern Kansas. The Plaindealer wishes them success. OTTAWA. KAN. Miss Dora Wilson is on the sick list. Mrs. O. E. Fox, travelling agent for the Plaindealer, passed through the city on Monday last. Mrs. Dora Richardson has returned from a pleasant visit at Emporia. Mrs. A. Ewing, Mrs. W. Camper and Miss Gertie Henry spent Sunday in Garnett. Misses Cora Wilson and Bertha Payne and Mrs. Mary Woods will leave Saturday evening for Colorado to spend the summer. Rev. Van Lue, state missionary, was in the city Sunday. Mr. Isaac Barr spent Easter in Emporia. Prof. Sam Cash's world renowned minstrels gave a very successful performance at the Rohrbaugh Friday night. Miss Catherine Glasple, who has been seriously ill for several weeks, is improving. Mr. Howard Calander, one of Hutchinson's promising young men, who has been on the slick list for the last few days, has recovered and resumed his duties at the Royal. Dr. C. H. Duval, pastor of the Tabernacle church, is very busy working upon a book which he hopes to publish next fall. Title of book, "Twenty Years in the Pulpit, or the Author's Greatest Secret." He has engaged the services of Mr. Charles Price, a very energetic young man ofutchinson, to help him in his work. Mr. J. C. Sharp, representative of the Times Speaker of Denver, was entertained at ten by Rev. Duval and family. GARNETT, KAN. Miss Josephine Martin returned home from Osawatomie Friday. Sylvester Johnson of Topeka came down Saturday to visit his wife and attend the baptizing. Rev. Scott, pastor of the Second Baptist church, baptized Sunday in Lake Joy, fifteen candidates, four being young ladies and eleven young men. There were also many added to the church by restoration. John Armstrong, Mesdames Ewing, Campher of Ottawa and others whose names we were unable to get, attended the baptizing Sunday. Rev. Wilson, pastor of the A. M. E. church, is engaged in a revival meeting at Osawatomie. Jesse Wilson went to Ottawa Monday to visit her mother. BALDWIN, KAN. Rev. J M. Brown is at home from New Madrid, Mo. He will remain several weeks. Rev. Ambrose Henry preached at the Baptist church Sunday night. Rev. Henry was a small boy when they moved from Baldwin, and we are pleased to note his success as a preacher. Miss Marcella Brown was a Lawrence visitor Monday. Mrs. Della Porter is visiting her sister Mrs. Will Wright. Mr. Walter Hawkins left last week for River Bend, Col. Mrs. Amy Porter and daughter of Otlie are Lawrence visitors this week. Rev. J. L. Brown from Madison, Mo., is home visiting his family. The annual Inter-Society debate of Baker University, an event of much importance, took place last Friday night between the Bibicals and Athenians. They discussed the "subsidy" question. The Athenians had the negative and won. Mrs. Betty Porter served lunch Sunday evening in honor of Rev. A. Henry, a former resident of Baldwin. Among those present at the debate last Friday night were Misses Pearl and Forestine Wright and Miss Jefferson. Messrs. Byron and Giles. Messrs. P. W. Garrett and Wesley Porter are putting new fences around their city property. Mrs. Jake Crosby is on the sick list. OSAGE COUNTY NOTES. Quite a number from Burlingame attended the baptizing at Emporia Sunday. J. H. Hoard has accepted the call to the pastorate of the Second Baptist church at Eskridge. He preached two impressive sermons there Sunday which resulted in two additions to the church, one by restoration and one a candidate for baptism. Resurrected the Sunday school and administered the ordinance of the supper, assisted by Rev. Chas. Shaw. The door of the new church at Carbondale will be opened Sunday, April 13. A grand time is expected. A good program will be rendered. All are invited to attend. Rev. Mrs. Shaw of Eskridge is visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. H. Shaw, at Burlingame. Rev. J. W. Johnson, district missionary, will be at Eskridge Wednesday evening. J. H. Hoard will attend the board meeting at Olathe. RICHMOND. MO Rev. R. N. Rivers, pastor of the C. M. E. church here, is doing a grand work. There were sixty-two conversions and fifty-one added to his congregation this winter. Mrs. Louisa Richardson is on the sick list. Rev. D. Tucker is convalescent. The Richmond school is preparing for graduation exercises, which will come off in June under the principalship of Prof. J. F. Bruce. Mrs. Ossa Fox, travelling agent for the Topeka Plaindealer, was in the city last week collecting. Mrs. Isaac Cary is quite sick at her home. Miss Amelia Jacobs is recovering from a severe cold. Prof. W. M. Jacobs, one of Richmond's most accomplished school teachers, contemplates a trip west this summer. Mrs. Ossa E. Fox, while here, was pleasantly entertained by Rev. and Mrs. R. N. Rivers. Mrs. Mary Moore expects to spend the summer in Kansas City, Kan. Mr. G. C. Kimbrough, the worthy superintendent of the C. M. E. S. S. of this place, has a Sunday school to be proud of. HOLTON KAN Mr. Jerry Allen has been confined to his home for a few days from a severe hemorrhage of the lungs. Sunday, March 30, was quarterly meeting at the A. M. E. church. Rev. J. R. Ransom, the presiding elder, was present and preached a soul stirring sermon at night. Mr. A. H. Hardy and Miss Sophia Davis were quietly married at the home of the bride's parents, Mrs. Anna Arnold, by Rev. C. G. Tutt. None being present but a few friends and neighbors. RAY'S 314 Commercial Street Is the place to receive first-class accommodations. Lunch Room and the new Ice Cream Parlor noatly arranged. Barber Shop in connection. Give us a call. E. RAY & SONS., PROPS. Emdoria, Kansas. Mrs. Martha Wallace, First-Class Restaurant. Pies, Cakes and Ice Cream. Pay us a visit. 618 VERMONT ST. LAWRENCE, KAS PUBLICATION OF SUMMONS. Ruth A. Farley will take notice that she has been sued in the District Court of Shawnee County, Kansas, by Orville H. Farley, and that unless she answers the petition of plaintiff on or before the sixth day of April, A. D. 1905, the name will be taken as true and judgment rendered divorcing plaintiff from defendant. | REAL | J.T. T. WARD, PILS, Attorney. | | :--- | :--- | | ATTEST:—A. M. CALLAHAM, Clerk Dist. Court. | Shampooing and Face Massage. Mrs. Hattie E. Van Vleck. Hair Dresser and Manufacturer..... SWITCHES AND HAIR JEWELRY. 220 East Fifth Street, TOPEKA, KANSAS NOTICE In the District Court of Shawnee County, Kansas. James McDowell, Plaintiff, va. Amanda McDowell, Defendant. McDowell, Defendant. To Amanda McDowell, the defendant in the above entitled action: You are hereby notified that you have been sued in the District Court of Shawnee county, Kansas, by the above named plaintiff, for a divorce, and that the said plaintiff's petition is now on file in the office of the clerk of the District Court of the County and State aforesaid, and unless you appear and answer to said petition on or before the 1st day of May, 1902, said petition will be taken as true and a divorce granted to said plaintiff according to the prayer. JAMES McDOWELL By his attorney, J. I. Jamson. The Plaindealer's Great Educational Offer... I VOTE FOR M . . . of For a Scholarship Free Scho arship in Our Best Negro Colleges Given Away --- ening. Miss Margaret Walker, who has been here the past month, returned to her home in Atchison. NORTH TOPEKA KAN NORTH TOPEKA, KAN. Daughter Mary A. Jones, a member of Macedonia Tabernacle No. 93, departed from this world and order into the blessing of heaven. Priestess Mary Jones was born in Oregon City, Mo. March 10, 1861, died April 2. She was 41 years old. She leaves a husband and two daughters, a mother, four sisters and a host of friends to mourn her loss. She was a prominent member of the First Cumberland Presbyterian church and Macedonia Tabernacle No. 93. When able she was always ready and at her post, both at church and order. Priestess Jones has been a member of Macedonia Tabernacle 93 fourteen years. She filled the positions of High Priestess, Vice High Priestess, J. C. and Hiregers. LINCOLN. NEB. Mr. Frank Wilson of Kansas City, Kan., Chief Grand Mentor of the Knights and Daughters of the Tabernacle, was here Friday on his annual visit. In the evening he was tendered a reception at the hall by the two lodges and left Saturday for Topeka. While here he was the guest of his brother, B. J. Robinson. We regret, to learn of the death of Mr. John Wingo at Des Moines, Ia. He formerly lived here and served as mes- A.C.L.COALCO. 435. Minnesota Ave., Kansas City, Kas. We wish to announce to our patrons and friends that we have added to our present business an annex in the line a GROCERY DEPARTMENT in which we carry a full stock of Staple and Fancy Groceries, etc. We are headquarters for COAL, WOOD and STOCK FOODS of all kinds. Branch office and warehouse is on Third street, near Minnesota avenue, south of Riverside Mills. ORDERS SOLICITED AND PROMPTLY DELIVERED to all parts of the Twin Cities. We want your patronrge. ASS, Suptintendent of Grocery DOWN, Solicitor. 52 West. Yard P F. K. DOUGLASS, Suptintendent of Grocery Department PHILLIP BROWN, Solicitor. Office 'Phone, 152 West. Yard Phone, 375 Whi A man is talking to a woman. DEAFNESS OR ARE NOW by our new invention. Only HEAD NOISES CEA F. A. WERMAN, OR Gentlemen: - Being entirely cured of deafness a full history of my case, to be used at your desir. About five years ago my right ear began to my hearing in this ear entirely. 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After I took it into the hospital the nose ceased, and to-day, after five weeks my hearing in the diseased ear has been entirely restored. I thank you heartily and beg to remain. Very truly yours. --- Education Will Solve the Race Problem ```markdown ``` THE PLAINDEALER desires in the West. It is our desire our people. To do this we must know what decisive neighborhood. We can only know with you. You want to keep in parts of the West. You want to for the past four years we have able patronage from our people. There are thousands of bright higher education. THE PLAINDEALER our boys and girls to school. boys and girls. Do you want splendid schools for the education offer tree scholarships in the following Jefferson City, Mo.; Geo. R. S. Baptist College at Yacon, Mo.; Tardo, Kas.; and the Industrial Free Schoolhouse A.A.L. COLLEGE. Any boy or girl who subscribes we will give a free school Jefferson City, Mo. WESTERN UNIVERSITY AND FOREIGN Any boy or girl who secures we will give a free scholar Quindaro, or the Topeka Industries THE GEORGE R. SMITH COLLEGE. Two hundred and fifty cases George R. Smith College, Siedale Persons entering contest must not college they desire to enter. We our subscribers. To every subdue to this paper prior to August vote. Cut out the voting Coupon office with your name and address. THE KANSAS SAVING INVESTMENT CHENUTTE Authorized Cap Stock solicited by corresp. financial agent. NDEALER desires to reach every West. It is our desire to serve the best people. To do this we must be in touch with what decisive movements are going on. We can only know this by being in you want to keep in touch with the West. You want to read THE TOPEKA for four years we have been receiving a fare from our people. We desire to retract thousands of bright faced boys and girls. The PLAINDEALER is going to send girls to school. We are making this. Do you want it? Kansas and Missouri for the education of the colored youth scholarships in the following schools: Lincoln, Mo.; Geo. R. Smith College, Sedalia; at Macon, Mo.; The Western University and the Industrial Institute at Topeka. Missouri or girl who secures four hundred will give a free scholarship at Lincoln, Mo. UNIVERSITY AND FOPEKA INDUSTRIAL SCHOOL or girl who secures three hundred will give a free scholarship at the Western The Topeka Industrial Institute. R. SMITH COLLEGE hundred and fifty cash subscribers admit with College, Sedalia, or the Macon, Burlington contest must notify this paper, and desire to enter. We make the following. To every subscriber, who pays super prior to August 15, 1902, will be the voting Coupon, fill it out and send your name and address before Aug 15, AVING INVESTMENT COMPANY CHENUTE, KANSAS. Razed Capital $7000 Solicited by correspondence. Geneva. J. S. HE PLAINDEALER desires to reach every Negro family in the West. It is our desire to serve the best i terests 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 TOPKA 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 tree scholarships in the following schools: Lincoln Institute Jefferson City, Mo.; Geo. R. Smith College, Medalia, and The Baptist College at Macon, Mo.; The Western University at Quindare, Kas.; and the Industrial Institute at Tepeka Any boy or girl who secures four hundred cash yearly subscribers we will give a free scholarship at Lincoln Institute, at Jefferson City, Mo. WESTERN UNIVERSITY AND FOPEKA INDUSTRIAL SCHOOL 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. THE GEORGE R. SMITH COLLEGE Two hundred and fifty cash subscribers admits you to the George R. Smith College, Sedalia, or the Macon, Baptist College-Persons entering contest must notify this paper, and specify the college they desire to enter. We make the following offer to our subscribers. To every subscriber, who pays all arrearage due to this paper prior to August 15, 1902, will be allowed a vote. Cut out the voting Coupon, fill it out and send it to this office with your name and address before Aug 15, 1902. 1HE KANSAS SAVING INVESTMENT COMPANY (COLORED) CHENUTE, KANSAS. Authorized Capital $700,000 Stock solicited by correspondence. General solicitor and financial agent. senger to the governor at the state house. The juvenile concert proved a grand success on Easter Monday, as $26 was cleared for the benefit of the Baptist church. The Bachelor Girls soiree at K. P. Castle last Wednesday week was an enjoyable affair. It was chaperoned by Mesdames Curtis, Bush and Cooley. Mrs. Laura Johnson entertained at 5 o'clock supper last Friday in honor of Mr. Frank Wilson of Kansas City. Those present were Rev. Wooten and wife, Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Bedell and Miss Sarah Williams. Mrs. Thomas Carnahan, after three months' visit with her daughter, Mrs. Grant, in Colorado, has returned to the city much improved. Mr. Henry Taylor, after an illness of three months of a complication of diseases, died at 5:30 a.m. on April 4, age 36 years. He was buried Sunday from the Baptist church, of which he was a devoted member for many years. Rev. E. D. Wilson of Iowa officiated. He leaves a wife and sister. Yard Phone, 375 White. HAIRD HEARING W CURABLE those born deaf are incurable. CASE IMMEDIATELY. BALTIMORE, SAYS: BALTIMORE, Md., March 30, 1901, less, thanks to your treatment, I will now give you reunion, sing, and this kept on getting worse, until I lost three months, without any success, consulted a num- nent ear specialist of this city, who told me that that only temporarily, that the head noses would would be lost forever in a New York paper, and ordered your treat- ing to your directions, the noises ceased, and used ear has been entirely restored. I thank you ours. WERMAN, 730 S Broadway, Baltimore, Md. are with your usual occupation. OURSELF AT HOME at a nominal cost. 596 LA SALLE AVE., CHICAGO, IL. Will Solve problem to reach every Negro family insire to serve the best i terests of he must be in touch with them. movements are going on in your now this by being in close touch in touch with the Negroes in all ahead THE TOPKA PLAINDEALER. been receiving a fair and reason- We desire to return the favor. secured boys and girls desiring a SAILER is going to send some of We are making this offer to the but? Kansas and Missouri have on of the colored youth. We will owing schools: Lincoln Institute Smith College, Sedalia, and The The Western University at Quin Institute at Tepeka INSTITUTE fures four hundred cash yearly scholarship at Lincoln Institute, at TEKA INDUSTRIAL SCHOOL: fires three hundred cash subscri- ship at the Western University dial Institute. Each subscribers admits you to the ma, or the Macon, Baptist College, notify this paper, and specify the We make the following offer to subscriber, who pays all arrearage just 15, 1902, will be allowed a fill it out and send it to this less before Aug 15, 1902. MENT COMPANY (COLORED) , KANSAS. Capital $700,000 respondence. General solicitor and Mrs. Jules Miller, who was taken seriously ill while in Omaha, is reported in a precarious condition. Rev. Wm. Hackney of Galesburg, Ill., preached at the Baptist church Wednesday night. Mrs. Rebecca Jeffres left Monday for California to join her husband. Mr. George McClellan left Thursday for a visit to his son in Des moines, Ia. FOR... Hay, Grain FEED, ETC., SEE S. W. Wilson, 638 Quincy Street. HIS PRICES ARE RIGHT J. S HALE California for $25.00 From Topeka; same reduction to Phoenix, Arizona. Daily, March 1 to April 30. Through tourist sleepers Topeka to Los Angeles and San Francisco, also chair cars. Homeseekers traverse by this line the rich San Joaquin Valley; marvelous results from intensive farming on irrigated lands; ask for books about it. Santa Fe T. L. King, Agent, Topeka. or-- T. M. James, Ticket Agent, Pocestoff building, N. Topeka. WHEN YOU WANT TO GET COOLED OFF GO TO 8e8 KANSAS AVE.. Ice Cream and Soda Water Parlors FINE FRUITS, CANDIES, ETC. J H. GREENMAN. Electric Lights. Mrs. GERTRUDE POTT, Prop. Steam Heat The Hotel Imperial, 107 FELIX ST., St. JASSEM, 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 MIGH ART TAILORING 509 Kansas Ave Tupoka When in Leavenworth ...Call at... "THE CHOCTAW" Joe Lacey, Proprietor. He is always at host to his friends. 326 Chestaw Street. 'Phone 167 110-113 S. 4th st. Phone 167 Troy Steam Laundry Dunton @ Murphy, Props Prompt Service—Clean White work. ATCHISON, -:- KANSAS Western Baptist College 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 LHOS LARKIN SCRUGS. A. M. Pres. 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.