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THE TOPEKA PLAINDEALER. DEFENDS NEGRO'S RIGHTS VOLUME IV. Mr. A. C. Kaufman, a Prominent Citizen of Charleston, Endorse's the President's Policy and Warns the National Party Against the Lily White Movement in the South. The following communication is published in the New York Tribune: Does the Republican party in the South need reorganization and how shall this reorganization be effected? The answer to the first question can be briefly given by monosyllable yes, the answer to the second involves serious difficulty. The prevalent, and I may say, the popluar, theory now is to eliminate the Negro from politics and to form a "white man's Republican party." In certain Southern States such a movement has been set on foot. Some of the Republican leaders and journals have become advocates of this measure. To my mind the policy is traught with great danger. The white man's party may build a machine which will enable it to secure delegates to a national convention to nominate certain candidates. Remember, nevertheless, that nomination is one thing election is another. It takes votes to elect, and how many votes will this white man's party be able to cast in the electoral college? The problematical gain of one or two Congressmen in the South might result in the loss of a score or more in the east and west. Is the game worth the candle? My conclusions are based upon the following premises: The tie of race is a natural one. It is as strong with the Negroes as the whites. If the Negroes in the Northern, Eastern and Western States see that their kinsfolk at the South are barred from participating in the councils of the Republican party, that the yoke of prejudice and exclusion is fastened upon them there, is it unlikely that they will rise in their wrath and resent it? The Democrats could do no worse. In considering this question we must not forget that the Negro vote in many states and congress districts North, East and West, is largely a determining factor in elections. should they solemnly agree in revenge for this racial injustice, to withhold their ballots when most needed, might not the Republican party be made to whistle for it? My idea of re:organization is to bring together the better class of white and colored men, and urge them to participate actively in party matters, and so use their influence for the best interest of the party. How can the ignorant, turbulent and venal element be weeded out, and an atmosphere of respectability reached, unless strong men combine to control? To accomplish a successful reorganization on this basis will require tact, toleration and patience. The process will be a slow one, at the start, but, judiciously handled, will in time bring to the party stability, tone and strength. A great parade is being made in the papers of the white man's Republican party in North Carolina, Alabama and Louisiana. They have started out with a bold flourish or trumpets as "Commercial Democracy" did Watch and wait for results. I hesitate not to say, after calm reflection and a careful study of the situation, better—a thousand times better—to have no Republican party in the south than this proposed unsymmetrical organization. Such an organization will result in agitation only and in the end prove harmful to the great national party. The Republican party in the early days of emancipation made the grave mistake of conferring universal suffrage upon the Negro, when he was unfit to exercise it. I commed n to the leaders of that powerful party—the party that has saved the country and made it great—the suggestion that they learn wisdom from experience. Let them hesitate at this juncture and not go to the other extreme and commit the graver bluuder of even It is not my desire to plead the cause of the Negro, nor to pose as his champion; my purpose has been rather to point out the eccentricities of the Republican party in winking at those Southern teachers who would deny to him those rights with which that party has invested him, and which he had always enjoyed at its hands. The Negro vote cannot be suppressed forever; Even under the restrictive provisions of the constitutions of the Southern states the number of those qualified to vote who will then go to the Democrats or be retained by the Republicans is the weighty matter to be considered If the Republicans relax their grasp now they may never be able to recover it. It may be well for those who shape the party policy to ponder carefully these practical reflections. There are those who are wiser "in their generation" than myself, but I am no new convert to the old doctrine of justice and of right, which the party has ever taught; but advocated it when political weathercocks, now loudest in its support are tumbling over each other to get there first (since the President's attitude has been defined) were struggling in behalf of the new movement and doing all within their power to pump life into it. If support of a man means friendship for him, then I claim to be a friend of our honored President. I am proud to say that I was one of the few white men in Charleston who voted for McKinley and Roosevelt in 1900, an open ballot at that. I voted the full ticket, believing that the running mate of the great statesman, President McKinley, was a safe man. Nor have events deceived me. Mr. Roosevelt since he has been elected to the Presidency by the unkindly taking off of the ood McKinley has mr. quified his office HOW THE BOYS TELL IT. Kansas City Rising Son; Early in the evening a large crowd had gathered at Strope's Hall to witness the competitive drill of the Templars. The drill was opened by the Emanuel Commandry, a magnificent body of men led by Capt. Gen'l P. C. Kincade. The drilling showed both tact and precision and the commandery was loudly cheered by the spectators. Cyrene No 3 of Topeka did some good work while the Northwestern of St Joseph showed up well but Kansas City won the honors and still stands in the front ranks. Dr. M. O. Ricketts in the Omaha Enterprise: We have a personal interest in and love for the three drill corps giving this exhibition drill therefore we are going to speak plainly in making our criticism of the drill. It must have been apparent to any impartial critic who witnessed any one of the former exhibitions that none of the drill corps were up to their usual form. All of them showed plainly lack of systematic and persistent drill. St. Joseph clearly maintained her former prestige over her old time rivals not so much on account of her own proficiency as on account of the looseness of their work. Both Kansas City and Topeka entirely overlooked the manual of sword practice while St Joe took it up. These drill teams all three of them are badly demoralized conditions owing to first one thing and another. Kansas City TOPEKA, KANSAS, FRIDAY MORNING, DEC. 12 1902. missed J. L. Miner and St Joe had one third new men in its ranks, two of whom were knighted less than two weeks ago. It is only just to all to say that the limited space in which to drill left by the crowded conditions of the hall had much to do in causing the ragged condition of the work. Kansas City would have fallen down more than once if it had not been for the quickness of Sir T- B. Shilkitk the best S. W. on earth. We sincerely hope that from now on these very capable bodies will work to see which is best and not give any more exhibitions to find out which can put up the worst drill. This is friendly but honest and sincere criticism from one who always wants the standard of Freemasonry in all its branches kept well to the front. In future these drills ought to be competitive. Let the annual prize be a sword or chapeau and let each of the commanderies have a medal as a prize for individual drill work. The individual winning this medal to claim the sword in case his commandery succeeds at the Annual Competitive Drill: W. H. Jones in the St. Joseph Spectator: The Knights Templars banquet and competitive drill held in Kansas City on Thanksgiving day was largely attended by visiting knights and ladies from St Joseph and Topeka. The ladies banquet was a pleasing entertainment and was one of the attractions of the day. Sir Knights Watson of Topeka, G. M. of the state of Kansas, A. R. Chinn, G. M. of Missouri and Sir Joe E. Herriford of Chillicothe were in attendance. Northwestern commandery covered herself with glory, being received with cheer after cheer as they minute of the drill commanded by A. Carpenter, P. C. G. of the order. Sir W. D. Hawkins C. G., Sirs J. H. Green and A. D. Butler and wives were prominent Knights in attendance from St Joseph: The PLAINDEAEER man says. The boys all drilled well but grand old Cyrene No 3, took the prize for correctness, precision of execution, and fidelity to accepted tactics. Now lets have a contest banner and have competent judges to decide. Then see who's who. The Wichita Searchlights tells us below of the traits a man must have in order to solve his portion of that deep and mysterious proposition known to us all as the race problem. Searchlight is one of the elevating factors of the race from the fact that they have several members of the race in their employment. This undoubtedly is one way of elevating our race and the Plaindealer feels proud that we can al o boast of this fact That is of Negro employment. It is, our policy to hold race first in our respect and to show their good qualities not their faults to the world. The Searchlight says: The man who is really helping to solve the race problem in Wichita, is the man who really opens the way that some member of the race can find employment. The man who is giving employment to members of the race. It is not hot air and brags that will solve the race in this city, but it is the actual employment of the race. It is not the man who can hatch up the biggest political lie and with it strive to get his people stirred up and in strife, that is solving the race problem; it is not the man who is always trying to find something with which to find fault and to get other people, who would be otherwise contented, to find fault, that is solving the race problem in this city. But it is the man who will get employment for members of the race. We are giving employment to five members of the Negro race today and as soon as we can find the proper material will give employment to two more. These five people get "theirs" from the proceeds of this paper every week. And we do not owe any of them a cent either. How many of the "leaders" can say as much? We are interested in our race and we prove it by dividing with some members of the race what little we are able to earn. We believe in doing more and talking less. Is there another Negro enterprise in Wichita that gives direct employment to five members of the race? Name them. These people are on our pay roll. Besides them there are ten other who get spending change from the Searchlight as agents in various parts of the state and Oklahoma. Lets hear from some of those great mouthy race leaders and hear tell how many members of the race they employ or how many even get spending change from them or from any enterice which they have. This is an age of action. Talk me to be the caper but MR. CANNON SET RIGHT The Plaindealer Manager Gives Hima Pointer. The Nebraskan Sizes up Matters Through a Pair of Dingy Glasses—Thinks Negro Should Return Thanks for Being Lynched. EDITOR PLAINDEALER, DEAR SIR: I have the highest esteem for you and your paper in many respects, but with reference to the criticism you offered to the Thanksgiving proclamation issued by President Roosevelt in your late issue I feel called upon to answer the question you asked, which is as follows: "For what have the Negroes of these United States to be thankful?" Briefly speaking, they have much to be thankful for. First, I shall endeavor to retaliate along the lines upon which you have made attacks. You say in substance if the Negroes had enjoyed their freedom all over this land they could thank their Maker with their President without any fear of being molested. Now, supposing their freedom has been somewhat restricted. Would that in any way prevent their giving thanks to their Maker? Or is it likely that any one would be molested in serving God (which serving God means doing right)? Again, you say "if the Negroes in some sections of this free land of some people would attempt to return thanks to the Lord in their own way they would be lynched." Now this statement seems to me to be a very extravagant one. It is in a measure inconsistent and not in keeping with the sentiments and customs of the civilized people and a practice not confined to the United States—that is, to lynch individuals for serving God. I mean serving God in spirit and in truth, not pretended service or thanks, not hypocrisy, for I admit that many mishaps and calamities come to hypocritical servants. For instance as a result of pretended service God inflicted death on the Rev. Wm. C. Rabe and miss Augusta Busch on the evening of Nov. 4, who died here in unholy embrace in one of the German Baptist churches. Thus almost anything is liable to happen to false pretenders and hypocrites but there never need be any fear of being lynched or anything else hurtful when we are engaged in sincere service and Thanksgiving to Almighty God. .ote Psalms 1-6: "For the Lord knoweth the way of the righteous but the way of the ungodly shall perish." Noting more of your criticisms, I read, "We do not think the Negroes have anything to be proud of, so far as peace, love and happiness are concerned." Now it seems to me that the three attributes above mentioned are absolutely within our grasp. If we are so indolent and so filled with apathy and unconcernedness that we will not reach out and grasp these blessings, we do not deserve them. The fact is, to have love abiding within our hearts is to have peace and happiness, for they are inevitably joined together. I would say, "We have much to be thankful for, so far as peace, love and happiness are concerned." Now, referring to your suggested substitute proclamation, touching upon the unequal distribution of federal positions in the South, I do not condone or pardon any wrongs perpetrated upon us by the white people and yet I would not change one sentence of President Roosevelt's proclamation. For, indeed, we might appropriately apply the gist of his proclamation to us as a race, which reads, "We have on the whole, more to be thankful for than has fallen to the lot of any other people." I grant that the "Crumpacker Bill," and the "Federal Election Bill" must be vindicated, and ere long will be passed, but the short comings on the part of those who have shirked their duties upon those issues would not justify us in withholding our thanks to Almighty God for the blessings we do receive, both temporal and spiritual. We should observe that scriptural injunction, "Be faithful over a few things and I will make you ruler over many." Or as I would advise you to be thankful and appreciate the blessings we hands of our white brother and qualify ourselves for better things and higher positions, and we will erolug find ourselves confronted with many openings. No great cause can be advanced in the face of opposition, except by persistent advocacy upon the par: of some individual, but there is always a right and wrong way to advocate these causes. The race question, or the question of lynching as you refer to it, is truly the burning question of the hour, but these questions cannot be adjusted by words of fire; they serve only to sow seed of discord and dissension in the hearts of the more favored race. In fact, words cannot adjust these questions, but deeds works. As the Lord of the Vineyard of old said, "Why stand ye here all the day idle?" We must be up and about, trying to accumulate something, legitimately. We must acquire character in every phase of the word. We must learn to speak the truth, of which so few of us have a clear conception of what it really is. As a whole we are not a commercial people, and a great many other qualifications we lack when compared with our white brothers, and yet, according to your contention, they must share equal places with us in their social circles, their industrial and labor circles, and their circle of positions or else we have nothing to be thankful to Almighty God for. It does seem inconsistent to good reason. I do not mean on wish to engage in a controversy on national or general questions for I haven't the least idea I could hold you a light on such subjects, but what I wish to criticise most is the lightness and contempt with which you hold the question of giving thanks to Almighty God for his manifold blessings to us notwithstanding our shortcomings. I have much to be thankful for and I believe that not only the nation generally, but the colored people particularly, feel as I do, and will avail themselves of the privilege of offering special thanks to Almighty God on the designated "Thanksgiving Day" Nov. 27th. Yours truly, District Attorney Capers when seen by a Reporter, expressed himself freely concerning the investigation had before the civil service representative with Chairman Deas of the State Republican committee, as chief prosecutor and cross-examining attorney. Capt. Capera stated that he himself courted the fullest possible investigation and that the lengthy examination to which he allowed himself to be subjected was brought about at his own request, that he was only too glad to have the whole thing sifted to the bottom, the results of which go to reveal the Negro chairman in his true light. "I would hardly be guilty of accusing anyone of taking Deas seriously; that is, any one knows him, in fact it is more than remarkable to me that he should even regard himself in a serious light," said Capt. Capers. "His useless baying at nearly all of the Republican office holders in South Carolina including Major Jenkins and myself, is easy to explain when his present standing in the ranks of the party is taken into consideration. Without office in the Republican organization, or without influence among those who make it up in this State, and backed by what little prestige the chairman ship of the State committee affords, he is perfectly free to yelp and bowl to his heart's content and practice the most pernicious activity without fear. Even as a free American citizen he would enjoy the absolute right to prefer all the absurd and groundless charges he is making against Federal officials throughout the Commonwealth. He is assuming no risk or taking any chances whatever in having the civil service commission to make these investigations. Of course, no one here would desire to notice him." I can only explain his most recent outbreak here yesterday by the fact that some half dozen overtures he made to me for recommendations to different Federal offices were all totally ignored. The hearing yesterday lasted a good part of the day, and, at my request I testified at considerable length and was cross examined almost interminably by Deas, who was present the entire time. As I say, I was anxious that the investigation be as thorough as possible. The evidence was recorded by a stenographer and the commission will be able to judge itself of the absurdity of the accusations "All this comes out of my position as national committeeman of the Republican party in this State," said Capt. Capers, changing the subject; "a position involving endless and onerous responsibilities, and one that I would gladly give up tomorrow. Nothing would please me better than to throw off altogether all these annoying duties and devote myself solely to my law practice as district attorney. But I feel obligated to Senator Hanna and President Roosevelt to stick it out, and I certainly would not think of retreating now at the time when the heaviest fire has been directed in my direction. Of course, in States where the party has a strong national representation the national committeeman do not figure to any extent worth mentioning, but here in South Carolina the duties and responsibilities of this appointment are many and varied. THE COLLECTORSHIP. "Now in regard to this collectorship matter," said the district attorney, when asked by the reporter for a statement concerning the appointment of a successor to the late Col. Wallace, "Mr. Tolbert, as it stands now, is the organization candidate, having been agreed on by the subcommittee, appointed the other day by the State committee. This, however, does not necessarily mean that he will get the office. Should Mr. Tolbert fail to receive the appointment it would seem to me that Dr. Collins a life long Republican and a highly respected citizen of Charleston would stand an excellent show for the place. If it was decided to put a colored collector here, as was done at Savannah, Wilmington and Beaufort, I believe that Dr. Crum would serve the best interest of the people. He is certainly a representative citizen of his race and far above some of the mouthy brothers now seeking the plum. It is possible that some old line Gold Democrats may get the office, and in this case Major Mowry or Dr. Fortt both of whom have many influential friends, would be acceptable candidates. Everything at the present time is in a pure speculative state and it would be out of the question to attempt a forecast of the results. That President Roosevelt's attitude toward the "lily whites" in the South is meeting with popular favor among the fair-minded whites of the North, can be seen daily in the columns of the leading papers of the country. The San Francisco (Cal.) Daily Chronical, one of the fairest and most liberal journals in that section in commenting on the matter says. President Roosevelt has again deserved the commendation of the country by an exhibition of sturdy common sense and manly courage. Some citezens of South Carolina protested against the appointment of a candidate for Collector of the Port of Charleston on the grounds, first, that he was personally unfit, and second, that he was a Negro. In replying to the protest the President informed the protestants that the specific charges in respect to the personal fitness of the candidate would receive the most careful attention, but that the matter of color would not be considered in the appointment except in so far as it might accord with his desire to give colored citizens their due share in the administration of the Government whenever competent men of that race could be found. It is time that it were generally understood and conceded that citizens of African descent have as much right to be here and to participate in the Government as other people. That the great majority of the colored people of the South are unfit for self-government is unfortunately the fact. That their deficiencies are in part due to racial inheritance is probably true that they are also in great part due to conturies of oppression by ourselves is certainly true. When ever, in the face of the obstacles of inheritance and environment, colored men succeed in making themselves a useful force in society far more credit is due to them than to whites who achieve equal distinction. The Negro is the social equal of all men whose attainments and habits are similar to his own. Socially men must stand upon their individual merits and not upon their ancestry. Any basis of social standing except that of personal merit is absurd, and its recognition among a people is evidence degeneracy. The American notion that a white man is "better" than a black man because of his color is as silly as that other American notion that social distinction is given by one's father ability as a money-getter, or the British notion that the son of a lord is necessarily entitled to defence not given to one of equal ability and usefulness who is the The colored population of the Southern States is doubtless a menace to our civilization, not because it is black, but because it is mostly ignorant and degraded. Statesmanship as well as humanity requires that every thing possible be done to make colored men fit for the duties of citizenship. And they must be made so fit, not by ruthlessly thrusting back into the mire those whose vigor enables them to struggle out of it, but by encouraging all to endeavor by assuring them and giving evidence that personal fitness for the duties of citizenship shall certainly be followed by its rewards. This the President in snubstance proclaim, and the world will honor him for it. ST. JOE MO. Mr. Oscar Ricketts made a business trip to Oklahoma last week The De Koven Music Club met with Mrs. Andrew Baker Friday night. The following were elected as delegates to the Inter-State Mrs. W. A. Brown, Mrs. J. A. Smothers and lawyer Knox. The De Koven Music Club gave a musicale Thursday eve at the residence of Mrs. W. D. Williams which was a highly enjoyable affair. The following contributed to the program: Miss Tutt, Mesdames Baker, Brown, Green, Smothers; Messrs. Brown Dawson, Gasaway, Smothers, Knox, Stewart and Stella May. Miss Estella Clark returned to the city Thursday. Rev. Dixon. who has been quite ill, is much improved. Mrs. Oscar Ricketts and mother will spend Christmas in Omaha. The Jolly Boys Club entertained with a dinner at the resident of Miss L. M. Montgomery Monday evening, complimentary to the visiting ladies. -TROY. KANS. M. L. Arnold is visiting at his home in Holton for a few days. Mrs. Alice Williams visited in St Joe last week. Rev. Davis spent Sunday in Elwood. Sam Holt of Wathena and J. D. Roberts of Atchison Sundayed in our city. One of the most delightful events ever held in Troy was the banquet and installation of officers of the Sewing Circle and literary society last Thursday evening at A. M. E. church. Appropriate presents were given the presidents, Mrs. L. Holland and James Butler whose tenure of office has given satisfaction to all. W. I. Brown, Mattie Hughes, and Nellie Schumache were elected delegates to Inter-State Literary Society. Mrs. A. Rucker of Argentine is here visiting her husband. Ernest Mack, of High School class of '01, has gone to Western University, to take a business course. Ed Elliott of St Joseph is a frequent visitor. N. Chiles visited us recently. Chas. Schumache was in St. Joe Monday. Fred Parks of Holton spent Tuesday here. Mrs. Schumache is suffering from injuries as the result of a fall from the top of the stairs. KANSAB C|ГУ. MO. An unusually brilliant social affair occurred two weeks ago last Wednesday, when one of "the 400," Miss Jennie Dickin Macklin, was married to one of your Topeka boys, James M. Richardson, who is now employed by the Palace Clothing Co., at 906 Main street, Kansas City, MO. Miss Macklin was a school It has been announced that Miss Bessie Flemming and Alphonzo Taylor are to be married X-mas eve, at 1631 Washington street, the home of the brother of the bride. JUNCTION CITY. Mr John Robinson and Miss A. Maiz were married Wednesday afternoon, Rev Young, pastor of the AME church, performing the ceremony. J, E. Richardson and wife entertained on Tuesday evening in honor of Mrs Crews and Miss Lucy Holmes, of Clay Center. Refreshments were served, and an enjoyable time was spent in singing and piano solos. The guests of honor returned to Clay Center Wednesday afternoon, Dec. 3. Mrs. N. Dunlap entertained the Ladies' Sewing Circle of the Second Baptist church, Thursday, Dec. 4th. Mrs. R. L. Maddox has been quite ill, but is very much improved. NASHVILLE, TENN. Meharry Medical college was organized as the Medical department of Central Tennessee college, now Walden University, Nashville, Tennessee. It was opened in 1876, has had 783 students enrolled and 410 graduates, and is under the care of the Freedman's Aid and Southern Educateonal society of the M. E. Church. The college takes its name from five Meharry brothers who have contributed liberally to its support. The buildings and grounds are valued at $30,000. It has a graded course of four years, of six months each, and is a member of the Association of American Medical colleges. The faculty consists of twenty members. The enrollment for the ensuing year is as follows: Total enrollment Of the 365 graduates now living, one is a printer, one a pharmacist, one a medical missionary one an editor, one a bishop, three are in the U. S. service, three are permanently disabled on account of sickness. ten are teachers, one a dentist, the occupations of ten are unknown, while the remaining three hundred and thirty-two are successfully practicing their profession. Meharry Dental department was opened in 1886, and since that time forty-nine students have finished the required course and received the degree of D. D. S. Furthermore, the school is a member of the National Association of Dental Faculties, and is perhaps the only one in the United States which requires four sessions of six months each to complete a course in dentistry. Its graduates have been welcomed by the white dentists of the South, who have kindly assisted them in their work. The Pharmaceutical department was opened in 1889, and since that time, forty-nine young men and nine women have finished the prescribed course. The course of study consists of three years of six months each. The graduates of this school either own or manage twenty-five drug stores in different parts of the South. The present demand for qualified, educated Negro druggists far exceeds the supply. The relations which have existed between the white and colored physicians have been most commendable. The colored physicians have been treated with courtesy and respect by the medical profession, who have Plaindealer's Christmas Number A Thing of Beauty SEND YOUR ND YOUR ORD in serious cases and difficult operations. There is less friction between the two races in the practice of medicine than in any other department of professional or industrial activity. It is to be hoped that this kindly feeling will in the years to come prove to be a potent factor in establishing a better understanding between the two races. In the District Court of Shawnee County, Kansas. Chawney Jennings, Plaintiff, vs. Samuel Jentuka, Defendant. net. Jennings, Defendant. The defendant will take notice that he has been sued by plaintiff in the above entitled action for divorce and that he must answer the petition filed by plaintiff in said action on or before the 26th day of January, 1903, or said petition will be taken as true and judgment rendered accordingly. Besson Reed, Plaintiff Attorney. Attest: I. S. Curtis, Clerk District Court. [Seal] By Zora B. West, Deputy. Your Sons and Daughters Send Your Sons and Daughters to MIDDLEBURY THEOLOGICAL DEPARTMENT of today. NORMAL DEPARTMENT—P higher training to those desiring the SUB NORMAL DEPARTMENT tunity for education to those deprived MUSICAL DEPARTMENT—O nature—Music. INDUSTRIAL DEPARTMENT organized labor. Here mainly DEPARTMENT THEOLOGICAL DEPARTMENT—Preparing trai NORMAL DEPARTMENT—Preparing Students training to those desiring the same. SUB NORMAL DEPARTMENT—Fitting Students or education to those deprived of such in chil- MUSICAL DEPARTMENT—Offering training in -Music. INDUSTRIAL DEPARTMENT—Fitting our youn- d labor. Here mainly rests the future of THEOLOGICAL DEPARTMENT—Preparing trained Ministers for the demands of the pew of today. NORMAL DEPARTMENT—Preparing Students for teaching in the public schools and giving higher training to those desiring the same. SUB NORMAL DEPARTMENT—Fitting Students for the Normal department and giving an opportunity for education to those deprived of such in childhood. MUSICAL DEPARTMENT—Offering training in that art for which our youth seem adapted by nature—Music. INDUSTRIAL DEPARTMENT—Fitting our youth to compete with the tradesmen in the field of organized labor. Here mainly rests the future of the race. This is to be the education of this century. 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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 1 AGO. 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. Martha Wallace, First-Class Restaurant. Pies, Cakes and Ice Cream. Pay us a visit. 618 VERNONT ST. LAWRENCE, KAS I. M. KNIGHT, UNDERTAKER AND EMBALMER. An Old Negro Drowned. Queen Was Crowned. coronation services held upstairs of the First Aisle at the Auditorium la- bored about eight hundred one of the several jubilee held the past week to a the debt of $6,000 which the congregation. Of the $2,000 has already been feature of Monday eve- was a coronation par- representatives of different book part in costume. have been at least sixty procession, including dearers and flower gil- person well and appro- dressed the part re- George Washington J and an orchestra furni- and there were vocal soloes and a number Mrs. James Pa- p and queen, and John seemed to be the Archi- bury of the ceremony, annointing and other is most impressive thing millee, however, was not coronation itself, nor yet instrumental program. The coronation was be carried out correctly with taste. The propr- table. But the thing ab- n audience of several and people, every face intelligent and every which was well dressed. were tastefully gowned ion. YOUR WATCH does time or stops when J. A. WILSON, as City's pioneer Negra specialist in putting w- order. 1616 W. 9th 8 "Shiloh Jottings." Imperial Choir, W. W. Witt, president. The men mas of Shiloh vgh寺 g t. John A. M. E. Shun n the rally. Rev. W. I. r of Shiloh, preached sermon. Subject, "The Christianity." Grand Domestic Fa EMPORIA. Rev. Creene, formerly of Mt. Man, has been assigned to the church here and Rev. Jones will take charge of the shanty church. Rev. Thomas of Salina, oo, is the pulpit at the St Jasminist church, Tuesday evening this week. Misses Hallie Ford, Perthie and Anna Stafford Served with the Misses Tipit but twelve miles southwest and report a very please case. A crowd of young people was instantly enjoyed the event for Sunday School until the church around the fireside. Misses Armsteads, on Benth Avenue. John Stow, Neosho Falls, is here visiting brother and friends. E. Terrey has been elected to the Interstate Literacy, which meets in Leavant during the Holidays, present the Paul Lawrence Bar literary society, of Bristol. Mr Terry is also a member of the Invincible Athletic Co. We know that the Dunn Society will be well represented. During their last meeting of Invincible Athletics decided to change their name in next Mt. Evening's meeting. STARTLING FACTS. We want to put 100 colored for living in the city of Topeka now paying from $5.00 to $1 month house rent. Stop! I now your hard earnings any loe the river. We put you in po of a $1000 home for only First-class in all its Appointments. Centrally Located. 116 East Seventh Street ```markdown ``` Wilson's Turf Caf First-class in all its appointments. We Serve everything in the Lunch Line. Head quarters for Theatrical People. Call us. 114 EAST SEVENTH STREET ```markdown ``` TABERNACLES. PREMIUMS JUST FOR SAVING WRAPPERS OF DIAMOND C C SOAP THERE IS A SATIS- FACTION IN USING DIAMOND "C" SOAP THE SATISFACTION THAT COMES FROM LESS WORK, LESS WORRY, SMOOTHER HANDS AND CLEANER CLOTHES . . . . . . A complete catalogue showing over 300 premiums that may be secured by saving the wrappers, furnished free upon request. Send your name on a postal card and we will mail you the catalogue. Address: PREMIUM DEPT.. THE CUBANY PACKING COMPANY, SOUTH OMAHA, NEB. Diamond C. Shop for sale by R. Grosse. C.M's Addresses. No. 3, J. G. Burdette, 819 North First street, Atchison. No. 18, James Thomas, 339 W. First South street, Salt Lake, Utah. No. 72, C. F. Crissman, 2244 S. 9th street, Lincoln, Neb. No. 19, George H. Willoughby, 335 New Jersey street, Lawrence. No. 16, Richard Clark, 420 North Twenty-Fifth street, Omaha, Neb. No. 25, Edward Henderson, 1917 North Third st., Kansas City, Kas. No. 4, Thomas Holliday, 812 S. 24th street, Omaha, Nab. No. 60, W. Ostein, 1214 Lane st. Topeka. No. 10, Frank Smith, Third avenue, Leavenworth. No. 13, A. H. Morton, 13c8 Washington avenue, Parsons. MissM. L. Stark, 801 North 2nd st., Atchison. Hattie Jackson, 125 East Ryley street, Atchison. Martha Taylor, 329 East Center street, Salina. Bettie Hamilton, 111 Lafayette avenue, Kansas City, Kas. Della Dorsey, 716 South Fifteenth street, Parsons. Charlotte Dalton, 331 Freeman avenue, Kansas City, Kas. Rosa Buffington, Box 146, Lenepah, I. T. Mrs. Lee Anderson, 724 St. Francis street, Wichita. Anna Boyd, Rural Route, Pittsburg. Fannie Corneal, Box 384, Alliance, Neb. Ellen H. Johnson, 1105 West Galena street, Butte, Mont Anna Brown, 1717 St. Mary's st. Omaha, Neb. Mrs. W. W. Lewis, 527 North 27th street, South Omaha, Neb. Annie Barnes, 339 W. 1st South street, Salt Lake City, Utah. Mrs. M. E. Bird, 192 Wetmore street, Everett, Wash. Sadie Chrisp, 615 Chestnut street Iola. Nannie Dunlap, Junction City. Katie Miner, 315 Nebraska street, Kansas City, Kas. Ida M. Jordan, 903 Western ave., North Topeka. Laura Smith, 308 East Eleventh street, Coffeyville. Elizabeth Blackwell, 2113 Nicolas street, Nebraska. Mrs. A. C. Scott, 2nd avenue and Rees street, Leavenworth. Susan Richardson, 1180 Buchan street, Topeka. Henrietta Clarady, 1126 Wilson avenue, Parsons. Jennie Alexander, 918 Pennsylvania avenue, Lawrence. Laura Johnson, 2010 South 14th street, Lincoln, Neb. Kittie Willis, 722 Judson street, Fort Scott. Anna Handley, 321 West Third street, Ottawa. Emma Maxie, 411 Ransom street Fort Scott. Maggie Fishback, 2054 Tennessee street, Lawrence. "A Society Roll and Will Book," by Rev. Frank Willson. Price $1.00 per copy. It is the best Roll Book that we have seen, and we commend it to all Lodges and Societies. Mrs. Emma Gaines, Agent, 1170 Filmore THE PLAINDEALER THE PL PLAIN THE PLAINDEALER for this year has begun a series of features. Wants.... You to be good, You to live a good Christian, You to quit wagging a gossip's tongue, You to stand by your friends. You to "turn down" your enemies, You to be industrious, You to work hard, You to save your money. and, finally, "subscribers" to this paper unless they send a money order with each name. We don't want mouth subscribers that talk a paper to death. 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. Shampooing and Face Massage. Mrs. Hattie E. Van Vleck. Hair Dresser and Manufacturer..... Hair to match all Complexions. SWITCHES AND HAIR JEWELY. 290 East Fifth Street, TOPEKA, KANSAS Patronize the Kansas: City, Ks., Embalming and Casket Co. 1014 West Fifth Street. Owned and controlled by Negroes—Capital Stock $2,000. HOWARD UNIVERSITY, Medical Department Including Medical, Dental and Pharmacetic Colleges. Thirty-fifth Session (1902-1903) will begin October 1, 1902, and continue seven (7) months. Tuition fee in Medical and Dental Colleges, each $80. Pharmacetic College $70. All students must register before October 12, 1902. For catalogue or further information apply to F. J. SHADD, A. M., M. D.. Secretary. Street, Northwest, Washington, D. C. Western Hotel, 1011 N FOURTH STREET KANSAS CITY, KAS. First-class accommodations.— Lunch counter Meals 15c; rates 75c per day and upward. MRS. J. W. KING, PROP. OFFER HOURS: to 10 A.M. to 7 P.M. v. A. TAYLOR, M. D. PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON Calls answered day and night. When in St. Joseph Visit WALKER'S RBSTAURANT. Ice Cream. Open Day and Night: H. H. WALKER, PROP. W. CDR. 5TH AND G HARLES STG., ST. JOSEPH, MO. BLACK SKIN REMOVER REGISTERED IN PATENT OFFICE U.S. BEFORE AFTER A Wonderful Face Bleach AND HAIR STRAIGHTENER. both in a box for $1, or three boxes for $2. Guaranteed to do what we say and to be the "best in the world." One box is all that is required if used as directed. A WONDERFUL FACE BLEACH. A PEACH-Like complexion if used as directed. Will turn the skin of a black or brown person four or five shades lighter, and a mulatto person perfectly white. In forty-eight hours a shade or two will be noticeable. It does not turn the skin in spots but bleaches out white, the skin remaining beautiful without continual use. 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