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THEY'RE OFF-PICK 'EM OUT VOLUME V. In Our Next, V THEY'RE OFF—I The Candidates for City Offices to Be Nominated at the Republican Primaries They are Many and a Nice Lot of Material to Select from All are Worthy Gentlemen. The newly elected county officials will take up their burden, Jan. 12. The great question before the people of Topeka is who will be the next Mayor. The spring campaign has opened several candidates has offered themselves to be slaughtered in the interest of the people. After the factional fight has caucused on speaker they should stop and complete the entire legislature force in the general caucus. Let harmony prevail in our ranks. We hope to see Gov. Bailey appoint a colored man to some of the high salaried places to be given out. If he does this he 'will accomplish much good for the betterment of the Negroes. Dock Newman has announced the appointment of H. I. Monroe and Will Vanorsdall as his deputies. Mr. Vanorsdall will finish his term of teaching before he enters the duties of his office. In the meantime J. M. Wright will instruct the new men before he enters the treasurer's office. The two deputies will have the same power and authority under Mr. Newman practically making a colored man first deputy. It will not be long until a Senator is elected to succeed Senator Harris whose term expires in March. The managers of the several candidates all feel that they have a leadpipe snunch on the place. It is to be hoped that the legislators will work for the interest of the people of Kansas and not to satisfy the spleen of any faction. Mr. E. L. Good announces himself as a candidate for re-election as Clerk of the Court of Topeka subject to the Republican Primaries. He is a young stalwart republican and fills the office with credit, and seeks the support of all Republican. "Col. Major" Frederic L. Jeltz has issued the Christmas number of his paper the Kansas State Ledger. Col. Jeltz enjoys the proud distinction of being the only Negro politician in Kansas who does not want an office. He wants the "iron". His holiday issue was a hummer. Hon. J. H. Squires, City Clerk, announces himself as a candidate for re-election subject to the Re.ublican primaries. He has filled the office creditably for the past four years and asks the entire support of the Republicans. He wants the ladies to especially understand that they can vote for him and he seeks their support. A Washington special to the Kansas City World under date of January 5, says: Since it has been determined to recall Dr. Crossland of St. Joseph, Mo., from his post as United States minister to Liberia, the Kansas delegation in congress have joined in the indorement of Jasper Childers of Topeka for the position. Childers is editor of the PLAINDEALER, a weekly newspaper published at the Kansas Capital in the interests of the colored people. H. S. Nichols, present Councilman of the 5th ward announces himself as a candidate for re-election, subject to the Republican voters of the 5th ward. He is now filling his first term and under the rules established by the Republicans of this state and county, the officer who has been loyal and done his duty is entitled to be rewarded the second time. He is chairman of the Water works committee, an active member of the street and walk committee, and also on the sanitary committee. The garbage plant was put through by him for the better protection of the health of the inhabitants of the city; and it is one of the best plants in the United States. He has always championed the cause of the laboring people by supporting measures which would give employment to many, and is now engaged in the retail grocery business at the corner of 17th and Kansas Ave. He is courteous, polite, and has a pleasant word for every person he meets. He has made a good officer. Hon. J. C. Schimer, who has been engaged in the coal and feed business for the past 16 years at 1815 Kansas Ave. announces himself as a candidate for coucilman of the 5th ward, subject to the Republican Primaries. This is the first public office he ever sought, and he only runs at the urgent request of his friends. Some years ago he was petitioned by the voters of that ward to become a candidate for this same position but he declined in the interest of some one whom he thought would best conserve the interest of the ward, and for peace and harmony sake. He is an Indiana Hoosier by birth. He has resided in Kansas for the past twenty years. He is a public spirited man and stands high with his neighbors and acquaintances. He has conducted his bus-successfully and continuously in the same place for years, and has cultivated the acquaintance of every body in the surrounding neighborhood. He believes in the public ownership of the waterworks and the reduction of prices in gas and electric light. He is in favor of improving Kansas Avenue by paving the same from 10th street to 20th street. He is a K. of P. and stands high in his order. If elected to the office of city father, he can be relied upon to exert his influence to carry out every promise he makes to the people. He stands for no faction but simply for the interest of the common people. David T. Gregg, a young stalwart Republican and attorney-at-law, announces himself as candidate for judge of the court of Topeka, commonly known as the city court. He is a native of Kansas and has always lived in the first ward—the place of his birth. He is a lawyer of prominence and one of the leading politicians. He practices in all courts of the state. He campaigned all through Shawnee county in the interest of the Republican ticket last fall. He has always stood by the party and has never deserted them when needed. He now seeks the support of the Republicans of this city in the interest of harmony and right. Hon. Fred C. Slater, attorney-at-law and one of the prominent young Republicans of this county announces himself as candidate for the office of judge of the court of Topeka. He is a young man of exceptional ability, a lifelong Republican having lived in Kansas 14 years. He was admitted to the bar in 1889. He has worked his way up through life by earning his own livelihood and educating himself. He now seeks the support of all known Republican who are eligible at the coming primaries. If nominated and elected to that position he promises to faithfully perform the duties of that office according to law and the rights of the common people. He is courteous, generous and polite and always willing to help carry the banner of the Republican party to victory. He has never deserted the party. Hon. Fred M. Stonestreet, the popular marshall of the city court of Topeka, who was appointed to that position by Governor Stanley and afterwards elected, announces himself as a candidate for re-election subject to the Republican primaries. He need no recommendation to the people for he has served them more than well in that capacity for a number of years. He is one of the most prominent officers in Shawnee county. He has always been a straight Republican and if re-elected to that position, he will continue to TOPEKA, KANSAS, FRIDAY MORNING, JAN. 9, 1903. --- faithfully perform the duties assigned to him. Mr. Elijah White of North Topeka, the newly appointed janitor of the Court house and Mr. Thomas Vaughn who was appointed a few months ago are two popular men with their race and the Commissioners can congratulate themselves upon making such appointments. They can be relied upon to keep the Court house building in first class order. Judge A. J.McCabe of the court of Topeka, announces his candidacy for re-election subject to the Republican. During his term in office, covering a term of years, the Judge has borne himself with a dignity in keeping with the high position. By his genial disposition and courteous manner he has made for himself many friends and in all he has filled the position with credit to himself and the Republican party. We call the attention of our readers to the announcement of S. A. Swendson tor re-election as Councilman from from the sixth ward. Mr. Swendson has served 3 terms in the council and by his painstaking methods has made a good record. He is an honest consciencious member, who enjoys the full confidence and esteem of the people of his ward. Prof. G. W. Jackson announces himself a candidate for marshall of the court of Topeka subject to the Republican primaries He was born on the eastern shores of Maryland; is a finished cabinet maker and applies himself to his trade; has served two years in Cuba during the late war with Spain; is director of Jackson's 23rd Regimental Band. He has also served two years as deputy constable under John Lucas to the entire satisfaction of the people. He wants the office because he needs it. He wants his friends to stand by him by voting for Jackson for marshall. Mr. Frank Blanch, announces himself a candidate for councilman of the 4th ward subject to the Republican primaries. He is now filling the unexpired term of W. S. Chaney. He is a member of the ways and means committee on claims and account; chairman of the building committee; also on the judiciary committee. He is one of the most successful contractors in the west. A stalwart Republican, member of the flambeau club and an up-to date business man. He has no opposition and should not have any as he is working faithfully for his constituents. Capt. T. F. Orner announces himself a candidate for clerk of the city court of Topeka subject the Republican primaries. Assistant secretary of state and chief clerk for years, he is a member of the Lincoln Post, having served four years in the war of sixty-one and being in Sherman's march to the sea. Has resided in Kansas for twenty one years. A printer by trade and the first man to set type on the Dailey Capital. Is now clerk in Probate Judge Fagan's office. He is courteous and poite to all whom he comes in contact. He desires the support of his party A. M. Thomas one of the candidates for judge of the court of Topeka at the coming spring election, has been a practising attorney at the Shawnee county bar for the past fifteen years. He graduated from the Michigan Law school in 1887, and came directly to Topeka, his home. Although a Negro, Mr. Thomas' practice is not confined to those of his own race. In his dealings with his clients, as with all who meet him in a professional or business way, his conduct has always been that of a courteous gentleman. In politics he has always been a Republican and both he and his friends think that the allegiance of fifteen years is deserving of consideration. The addition of his name to the list makes the number candidates announced seven—Topeka Capital. He is a man who stands high with his race. He is a Mason and a Knight of Phythias, Can always be relied upon to do his duty when called. It elected to that position those who support him will have nothing to regret. Capt. J. T. Wintrode announces himself a candidate for marshall of the city court of Topeka subject to the Republican primaries. He has served in that tried capacity as constable for years. He is known to all the business men of the county. His experience in this county makes him one of the most formidable candidates in the race. He is a member of the Lincoln Post having served in the Rebellion. Resides at rog Jackson street and is always glad to meet his friends. If elected to this place he will treat the common people as courteous, polite and generous as before. The Christmas Plaindealer Is Well Received. The Boys of the Press Say Some Nice Things About us—Our Head Is Beginning to Expand. With blushes we reproduce the verdict of some of the best papers in the country on our Christmas number. Coming from the source that they do, these encouraging remarks are highly appreciated, and make us feel that we have really accomplished something. They say: Galveston (Tex) New Idea: The Christmas number of THE PLAIN DEALER. is a credit to both the publishers and the race. Pleasanton Enterprise: THE TOPEKA PLAINDEALER, the colored organ of this part of the country, issued a Christmas number last week that was one of the best of its kind that has come upon our exchange table. It was profusely illustrated with up-to-date half tones and was in each and every department a model. Ira Smith, a Pleasanton product, is foreman on the sheet and his friends are proud of him. He is a through master of the printing art. Omaha Enterprise; Several of our exchanges published special Christmas editions Our space forbids giving them the credit they so richly deserve but among the many, those of the Indianapolis Freeman and THE TOPEKA PLANDEALER were especially noticeable for their excellent articles and make up. The Rising Son of Kansas City, The Bystander, of Des Moines, and the Utah Plaindealer also got out good holiday editions characteristic of Westen push and enterprise. The Topeka Daily Herald: The Christmas number of the TOPEKA PLAINDEALER was a very creditable issue of twelve pages. It contained besides many personal sketches and a good display of advertising, interesting descriptions of the work being done for the coiorad race at the Topeka Industrial institute and the Western university. This issue of the PLAINDEALER makes it plain, the Negroes of Topeka are keeping well abreast of the progress being made by their race everywhere. Linn County Republic: THE TOPEKA PLAINDEALER is out in a splendid Christmas edition that reflects credit upon the publishers of that excellent paper. The issue consists of twelve pages devoted almost entirely to the educational interests of the colored race in this state and is illustrated with numerous half tone engravings of the different institutions and teachers employed in them as well as of many prominent representatives of the race in business and professions, in Topeka and elsewhere in the state and of the white race who have befriended them. Pleasanton Herald: The Christmas edition of THE TOPKEA PLAINDEALER is a newspaper of art and beauty. The editorial columns, presided over by J. H. Childers, sparkle with wit and good advice to the Negro race. The mechanical makeup denotes ability and shows that the paper is conducted by artists Mr. Nick Chiles, the owner and business manager, started the paper about five years ago and from a small plant THE PLAINDEALER has grown until today it has in connection one of the best job officers in the west, while the paper has influence of a national character. The Christmas number of this paper should be a "thing of beauty and joy forever" to Mr. Chiles, who has labored so hard to build up one the leading Negro journals in the United States. The manager employs none but the best workmen money can secure. With Nick Chiles, owner and manager, J. H. Childers, editor, and Ira Smith, formerly of Pleasanton, foreman. THE PLAINDEALER will continue to grow in popularity, influence and beauty. Blue Mound Sun: Last week we received a copy of the TOPEKA PLAINDEALER, the Negro paper published at Topeka. It was a special Christmas edition containing a splendid write up of the Negro educational institutions and other enterprises conducted by the colored men in this and other states, together with cuts of prominent colored men and women of various callings. The paper is ably edited and artistically gotten up. It was started a few years ago on a small scale and has steadily advanced until now it is of national prominence. The editorial department is presided over by Jasper Childers, who is fast gaining a reputation as a newspaper man, while the mechanical department is under the supervision of Ira Smith, a Linn county boy, who learned the printer's art on the Pleasanton Herald. Ira was always considered an industrious, painstaking lad, and we can see his handwork cropping out in every department of the paper. The Topeka Herald: A very remarkable showing of the progress of the Negro in Kansas was given in the ably edited PLAINDEALER of Topeka of Dec. 19. THE PLAINDEALER is owned, edited and all its mechanical work is done by Negroes. Mr. Nick Chiles, well known in Topeka as a politician, is the owner of the paper, and J. H. Childers is the editor. In the 12-page issue of Dec. 19 will be found the most complete write-up of the progress of the colored people in Kansas that has ever been attempted in the state. It is copiously illustrated with good half-tone cuts of the Normal and Industrial training school of Topeka, portraits of teachers, pupils and prominent business and professional men among the colored people of the city. The edition gives considerable space to the description and illustration of the Western university at Quindaro. The pictures of President Vernon and teachers of the institute are well presented and also some views of some of the manual training departments. The paper has a large number of pictures of colored men prominent as ministers lawyers, doctors and business men This edition of the PLAINDEALR reflects great credit upon the enter prise of the owner Mr. Chiles, and the very competent editor, Mr. Childers. The colored people are making progress, and the sound proposition of the PLAINDEALR that the colored people must become mechanics, farmers, business men, and not depend upon the white man's assistance, but help himself, is the true basis of the future growth and development of the colored race in Kansas and all over the United States. Topeka Dailey Capital: THE TOPEKA PLAINDEALER is just out in a Christmas edition that is in every respect creditable to the publishers and manager, and to the capital city, where the initial number was issued by Nick Chiles four years ago. This Christmas edition of twelve pages, which goes to five thousand readers, is largely devoted to the educational interests of the colored race in Kansas and is illustrated with many excellent half tone engravings of the different institutions and the teachers employed in them as well as of Negroes of prominence in business and in the professions, in this city and state, and of Kansans of the white race who have been their friends. The Topeka Industrial and Educational institute comes in for a fine illustrated write up, with the leading position, and the Western University at Quindaro is equally well cared for. The engravings are certainly fine and it is evident that the patronage of THE PLAINDEALER in the advertising department is not less than its popularity with the reading public. Editor J. H. Childers has been-ably assisted in the preparation of matter for this special edition and Business Manager Chiles' review of "Negro Progress in Shawnee County," is an admirable piece of work, as is also the article on "Progressive Kansans." In subject matter, typographically and from the standpoint of valuable information attractively presented, the Christmas edition of the PLAIN-DEALER deserves the warmest commendation. It is gratifying to know that Manager Chiles' venture in the newspaper world, undertaken in the face of great odds, has proven a success and that he has built up not only a newspaper, but that rara avis a newspaper that pays. Its circulation figures shows over 3,000 bona fide subscribers and this should be more than doubled in the new year by the Christmas edition alone. DEALS OUT PLAIN METHODS Below we publish an account of the action of some Southern rebels who refuse to receive mail from a respectable, educated, refined and wealthy colored lady of that burg. The contention of THE PLAIN-DEALER has been all along that it makes no difference how wealthy, how refined, how well educated a Negro citizen may be in the South he is looked upon as low as the most degraded canine in that section. These Southerners, especially a certain class of them, have no respect for the rights of the black man. We hope the President will continue to keep up his policy of equalizing everybody before the law. We think too much time is being wasted by our leading colored men trying to solve the race question by the hymn book and the Bible, by the school house and wealth. There is but one solution in our mind that will stop it and that is for the Negro to shuffle off that coward mantle that he has worn for the past twenty years. He should resort to everything that is maon, damnable and cursed to revenge all wrongs heaped upon them. If our leaders should turn their attention to the old Mosiac law and take a million of dollars for one life, it would not be They Met in Annual Session in Topeka. Dr. Hudson, a Prominent Physician o Atchison, Wrote all the Work-It is Rapidly Growing and is a Credit to the Race. The 8th Grand Annual session of the True Eleven:convened in the U.K.T. Hall of N Topeka last Wednesday, Dec. 31, 1962. This session was one of the largest and most beneficial to all concerned as well as to those not interested from a moral, intelectual, financial stand point and a general uplifting of the race. The session was more than was expected from the grand officers. Dr. W. H. Hudson, supreme grand chief presided. He was fair and impartial in his deliberation. He showed that he was interested in the work by his annual address which covered all his official acts during the year and it was approved by a unanimous vote by all the delegates present. The reports of the various committee was read and discussed in a harmonious manner. They recommended night school, farming and general business among the race. The reports showed a great increase in membership in the past year. About one hundred and fifty delegates from all parts of the state were present. The two days session concluded with a fine banquet Thursday evening. The following officers were elected for the ensuing year; Supreme Chief. Dr. W. H. Hudson of Atchison; Lieutenant Chief, M. S. Jones of Atchison; Grand Recording Chirographor, S. B. Turner of Rosedale; Asst. G. R. C., Miss Alice Majors; Grand Banker, Chas Ferguson of Oak Mills; Noble Abbott, Rev. I. S. Wilson of N. Topeka; National Race Orator, Prof. W. T. Vernon of Quindaro; Lady Tourist, Hrs. Mary Schumache of Troy; Grand Financial Chirographor, E. B. Branch of Wathena; National Trustees, Geo. Kerford of Atchison; M. S. Bucher of Wathena. Robt, Jordan, N. Topeka; Right Counsellor, J. D. Roberts of Atchison; Left Supreme Counsellor, Mrs. Ida M. Jordan of \~ Topeka; Grand Observer, Mrs. Josie Henderson of Hiawatha, Kan.; Grand Protector, Thomas Henderson of South Park; Auditing Committee, Miss L. Greenly, and I. G Mosely of Atchison; D. Russell of Toneka; Racial prosperity committee, E. L. Bell of Wathena; J. D. Roberts of Atchison; A. O. Fletcher; Appeals and grievances committee, E. C. Bell of Atchison, Mrs. Phoebe Brown of Atchison and Nick Chites; Ass. Financial Chirographer' Miss Lula Greenlee of Atchison; Secretary of Agricultural, I. F. Bradley; Secretary Finance, E. B. Branch; Secretary of Education, S. B. Turner; Church work, M. S. Jones. All who wish to see the race prosper will do well by writing Dr. Hudson of Atchison. Traveling solicitors will travel in the interest of the order Rev. Dr. Ransom delivered the welcome address which was heartily received. NUMBER 2. President Roosevelt and His Cabinet Give Prejudice Mississippi, a Dose That Will Do Them Good Slave Trader Methods Can't Stand Before the Rough Rider's Violent Charges. long before there would be a marked change in the condition of affairs in that degraded section. We hope that the good white people of this country will assist the Negroes in securing their rights by any method that will bring about the desired end. It must come and will come the sooner the better. The Negroes in Mississippi, Louisiana and South Carolina are in the majority, and for the sake of our life we are lost to understand why they allow themselves to be subjected to these outrages. A half dozen well organized men in each community in the states above mentioned could soon put an end to these outrages. Negroes must organize all over this country for this purpose. The press dispatches say: Washington, D.C., Jan. 2.—The feature of the cabinet meeting today was the decision to close permanently the postoffice at Indianola, Miss., from which the postmaster, Minnie Cox, colored, resigned, under compulsion a few days ago, since which time the office has been closed. The bondmen have brought the matter to the attention of the authorities here with a view to being relieved of the responsibility of the accumulated mail. The Postmaster General has had a thorough investigation made, and has become satisfied that the woman was obliged to resign under duress, in fact, that her life was endangered. Having reported this state of affairs to the cabinet, after a long discussion the decision noted was reached, and th officee will not be reopened until the people in the district are ready to accept this woman as their postmaster. During the afternoon the President discussed with several members other features of the case of Mrs Cox, Postmaster General Payne being in conference with the President for an hour or more. It was finally decided to issue a formal statement concerning the Indianola case. Secretary Cortelyou, for the President, has issued the following statement. THE OFFICIAL STATEMENT. "The postmaster at Indianola, Miss., is Mrs. Minnie Cox, b colored woman. She served three years as postmaster under President Harrison, and when President McKinley came in she was appointed in 1897, nearly six years ago. Her character and standing are endorsed by the best and most reputable people in the town. "Among those on her bond is the present Democratic State Senator from the district, together with the leading banker of Indianola, and an ex-State Senator from the district, also a Democrat. The postmaster and her husband own from $10,000 $15,000 worth of property in Sun-January 1, but the report of inspectors and information received from various reputable white citizens of flower county. The reports of post-office inspectors who have investigated the office from time to time show that she has given the utmost satisfaction to all the patrons of the office; that she at all times has been courteous, honest and faithful in the discharge of her duties; her moral standing in the community is of the highest. her reputation is of the best; few offices of this grade in any state are better conducted. "The postmaster recently forwarded her resignation, to take effect on the neighborhood show that the resignation was forced by a brutal lawless element solely on the ground of her color, and was obtained under terror of their threats. The move Copeka Plaindealer. Published at Topeka, Shawnee county, Ks. every Friday morning by THE PLAINDEALER PUBLISHING CO. 412 EAST SEVENTH STREET. NICK CHILES, - - BUSINESS MANAGER S. H. CHILDERS, - - - EDITOR SUBSCRIPTION RATES: One year by mail.....$1.00 Six months by mail.....750 Three months by mail.....500 Entered at the postoffice at Topeka as second class mail master. FRIDAY, JAN. 9, 1903. Make Business. That will do it! That will solve the race problem, if there be such a theorum. For the past forty years the best brain of the Negro race in America, and the entire world for that matter, has been spending its energy chasing the chimera of political preferment, believing that the salvation of the race comes through this agency. It would be unkind for this paper to charge the race's leaders of the past with purposely misleading the masses, because it would not be true. Men of the calibre of Frederick Douglass, B. K. Bruce, Senator Revels, Robert Brown Elliot and many others have labored too hard for the race, that such a charge should be thought of, much less avowed. Along with the changed condition of the Negro, there has been a most radical change in financial, political, and social aims and ambitions of the millions of white Americans, among whom we must live and work out our destiny. The opening of the new year sees the North and the South solidly united for the promotion of the white man's interest. The several questions growing out of the late civil war have been satisfactorily settled so far as they are concerned and the Negro is left to "tread the wine press alone." Left to work out his own salvation. The old time theory of a race problem is now repudiated. Very few cherish the once fond hope, that the entire mass of Negro citizens could, by transportation to sections of this country, where prejudice against a black skin had not been manifest because of its absence, be made acceptable to all classes. All intelligent people realize that the only problem to be solved is the problem of the individual. The poetic age of chivalry is passed, and has long since been succeeded by one of intense business activity, of great commercial possibilities. In democratic America every man has the chance to work. He can find something to do out of which he can make a living and then some, provided he be willing to subordinate the gratification of present pleasures to future ease and comfort. The Negro has found an abundance of employment in all parts of this country. He has put his money into excursions, picnics, raglans, etc., and his thoughts on politics and a good time, with the inevitable result that Negro banking houses, manufacturing establishments and such, do not find a rating in either Dunn's or Bradstreets. Get to business! Let this be the key note of the next decade, and the world will be as astonished by the result of our labors, as it has been by our acquisition of knowledge. The World's Leaders. Once upon a time the world's great leaders were men whose chief distinction was birth, accompanied with more or less fuss and feathers, but in this day and generation, the accident of birth leaders of the world today are men who have come up from the ranks—men who began life without a sou, their stock in trade being good strong muscles, a clear head, plenty of energy and a willingness to do anything that come to hand. The American people are prouder of J. Pierpont Morgan than they are of Teeodore Roosevelt. The world honors and respects Andrew Carnegie more because he demonstrated ability to take himself by the bootstraps, and lift himself to the top round of the ladder of fame, than for all the money he has given to maintain libraries for his less fortunate brothers. It can be proven that the men who make up the confidential cabinet of the great steel king are come from the ranks. The Negro boy can find many examples of success in life to warrant him to go forth into the world feeling that the world will measure him up just what is due him, and no more. Booker T. Washington is admired and respected by the American people, and admired by the world, because he has had the energy to rise above his condition. Paul Laurence Dunbar is great because he labored earnestly to rise above his condition. The Negro who labors, studies and schemes, will rise in the world, if only in the estimation of his immediate neighbors, and that makes it easier for others to come up. The Negro boys and girls need employment. A Suggestion to the Governor. Within the next few days, Kansas will have a new governor. Mr. Bailey will succeed Mr. Stanley, and the business life, of Kansas will move on as before. Among other duties, Gov. Bailey will be called upon to submit a few remarks to the assembled legislators. He will review the splendid administration of Gov. Stanley. He will point with pride to the historic pruning knife of Auditor Cole. and advise economy. He will advise a large appropriation for the St. Louis Exposition in 1904. He will wisely recommend many things for the good of Kansas, but THE PLAINDEALER fears he will, in the distracting duties of preparing his message, considering applications for office, and dodging matrimonially inclined women, overlook a matter of much importance to a large class of citizens of this great commonwealth. Two events have occurred in this state during the past two years not calculated to benefit the good name of Kansas any more than "Pops" or gross-hoppers. We refer to the burning and flaying of Alexander at Leavenworth and the recent Christmas celebration at Pittsburg, when "an angry mob of the best white citizens lynched Godely." In view of these occurrences, we would suggest that Gov. Bailey incorporate in his forthcoming message, a recommendation for the passing of a law whereby any officer allowing a prisoner to be taken from his custodian and burned or lynchsd or in anywise harmed by a mol or any irresponsible body or citizens, shall forfeit his office and that the county in which said offense is committed, be required to pay to the relatives of the deceased person a sum no less than $5,000. Now Gov. Bailey, will you be so kind at to act? Somewhat Immoral. Traveling the States of Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska Colorado, Kansas, and the Indian Territory. Five (5) Daily Passenger Trains are run on this line in each direction, between Kansas City and St. Louis would not be a bad idea to recall some of the Missourians from Africa, and send them to labor in that part of the Lord's vineyard. It seems to be a few lines ahead of the New York "400." Well, "when he cometh to make up his jewels," we believe there will be some black diamonds in his crown! DEALS OUT PLAIN METHODS of the town and the sheriff of the county both told the post office inspector that if she refused to resign they could not be answerable for her safety, although at the same time not one word was said against her. On January 1 the bondsmen of the postmaster telegraphed that the postoffice was closed: that the postmaster claimed her resignation was in the President's hands to take effect January, and that there had been no advice of the appointment of her successor. "Prompt action by the Prseident necessary for the relief of business interests which are being injured solely by the action of the lawless element of the town, is wholly secondary to the preservation of law and order and the assertion of the fundamental principle that this government will not connive at or tolerate wrong and outrage of such flagrant character." "By direction of the President the following was sent to the bondsmen: 'The postmaster's resignation has been received but not accepted. In view of the facts the postoffice at Indianola is closed. All mail for that place will be forwarded to Greenville. The case will be referred to the Attorney General." KINGFISHER, O. T. Mrs. Ed. Robinson of Langston is the guest of Mrs. F. R. McKinley. They also spent a few days in Dover with Mrs. H. I. Currew. Miss Trelaway Dunbar of Guthrie spent the holidays with the Harding sisters. Some of the popular young men of this city gave Miss Dunbar a royal reception at the residence of Rev. and Mrs. Brookins. Mr. Edgar Harris and Necola Caesar returned home from their claims on Saturday. Mr. King Hayes of Guthrie, was among the visitors of Kingfisher during the Xmas week. Miss Mattie Allen exhibited great skill and taste of entertaining at the blue ribbon banquet last Thursday eve. This is one of the most progressive clubs of the city. Misses Oretha Porter, Mable Harding, Blanche Grimes and Annie Butler, spent Sunday afternoon with Miss Gertrude Downs. Porthla Jordan and Geo. Lewis spent a few days in Guthrie. GREAT BEND. Mrs. Fox. Mong gave the finest drama of the season for the benefit of the A. M. E. church, title "The Disappointed Bride." It was a swell and will be long remembered by all who witnessed it. Nothing has ever equaled it here before. And to say the perhall crowded with spectators. Mr. Geo. Riley. Miss Pearl Williams. Miss Myrtle Johnson. Mr. Ed. Johnson. Mr. Alworth Johnson. Mr. L. D. Williams. Mr. Roy Williams. When in Salina and want a first-class meal for 15c stop at the Champion Pie Bakers. Rooms in connection. W. W. SHOBBB, PROPRISTO MISSOURI PACIFIC RAILWAY Traveling the States of Colorado, Cansas, and the Five (5) Daily Passenger in each direction, between The Famous Are reached ONLY by Mr. Haze Fox. Miss Ruth Johnson. Miss Alta Williams. Miss Mable Rowa. Mrs. Martin. Were the characters that composed this beautiful scene. Besides Miss Mod Michoup, superintendent, and a number of other polished speakers were annexed to it, besides the Xmas tree was there arrayed in all its beauty, with a present on every limb to make all feel that Santa Claus was in the west the same as in the east. LAWRENCE KAN. Tuesday night December 16, 1902, the Woodman Knights and Ladies of Protection met at the A. M. E. church to introduce the work of this society to the people of Lawrence. Hon. Wm. E. Higgins, associate professor of law of the University of Kansas made the principal address. Subject: "Fraternal Ties and Its Work." Mr. Higgins' eloquence brought forth frequent applause from the appreciative audience in his praise of beneficiary societies. Col. Jas. Beck, national president, made an interesting speech. His praise of the founders of this order, and his appeal to the negroes of Lawrence and state to support the movement elicited applause and cheers. The Colonial bore an air of confidence and spoke with much firmness. Much interest was manifested and many names were added to the list of charter members. The citizens of Lawrence signified their intentions to assist the national council in every possible way. WERNHAM L. MARTIN The various candidates for places in the legislature from sergeant atarms down to coarse hand writer in the rotundas, are coming to town with boams of various sizes and shapes, all feeling sure of knocking a persimmon. The first days of the session are usually consumed in employing the necessary help to keep the legislators quiet. Its rather funny how, year after year, each member brings along some faithful follower, anxious to assist in electing a speaker, a United States Senator, and a state printer. Were it not for the overshadowing importance of making places for "that, or that," prominent politician on the working force of the third house, the session could be shortened ten days and the people relieved of some several large expense items. 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White, the furniture dealer of Kansas city, Kas., attended the Grand Session of the True Eleven in this city, last week. Misses Luvenia Brown and Nellie Ellis left Sunday for Emporia, wher they will resume their studies at the State Normal, See M. S. Lee, the druggist, at 112 West Eighth street. Now that the holiday season has passed let's all settle down to business and labor to accomplish more this year than we did the last. Andrew Jordan was up in Waubun- see hunting last week with Robert Sharp. He reports the bagging of ninety rabbits and seventy five quail. "Syl" Vaughn, one of Topek's most popular young men, is playing a fast game of ping-pong. Who says they want a ping pong man? Misses Ethel Stafford and Bessie Buckner left Friday night for Kansas City. After a few days visit there Miss Buckner will return to her home in Hayden, I. T. A crowd of young people spent the evening very pleasantly on last Wednesday, at the house of Miss Hester Hawkins. The affair was complimentary to Miss Stafford, of Kansas City Miss Mellie Ellis entertained, at 5 o'clock tea the following Normalities, Misses Ethel Stafford of Kansas City, Kas., Bessie Buckner of Hayden, I. T. Hester Hawkins, Cyrenia Smith, Willa Merriweather, and Luvenia Crown. Misses Hester Hawkins, Luvenia Brown, Ollie Stull, Nellie Ellis, Nannie Stull, Cyrenia Smith, Messrs. J W. Barker and Isaiah Lisenbee were entertained by Miss Willa Merriweather and Mr. Sherman Trotter, Friday night, at the residence of Miss Merriweather. February 6th is the date set for the annual concert of Jackson's Twenty-third Regiment Band, which promises to be a big event. Each church will be supplied with tickets and the one making the largest number of sales over 50 tickets will be given a free concert at any time they may desire. The lodges will also have tickets and the organization selling the largest number over 25 tickets, will be given the services of the band free, for any occasion they may desire. Mr. and Mrs. Nathaniel Sawyer and children have returned from Chillicothe, Mo., where they spent the holidays visiting Mr. Sawyer's parents, Mr. and Mrs. David Sawyer. We would like to see the real estate holdings of the negro double. We would like to see more colored people tilling the soil and marketing the products thereof. We would like to see a closer bond of union. Also would like to see new business enterprises upon all hands. Also that the Grand Chapter and Eastern Star pay to Mrs. Buchanan what they owe her. Miss Cora Yancy of Kansas City, Mo., returned home Saturday after spending the holidays with Mrs. James H. Guy. Miss Yancy is one of Kansas City's most prominent teachers. Mr. and Mrs. W. W. Fisher entertained at dinner Christmas. Rev. and Mrs. Ransom, Mr. and Mrs. Paul Jones, Mr. and Mrs. A. P. Smith, and Miss Pauline Jones. Mr. and Mrs. Pelle Porter who have been visiting Mr. and Mrs. Albert Porter, left Monday for Denver where they will reside. The ladies of the city entertained the gentlemen at a dancing party at the Capital City club Thursday evening. The party was one of the swellest affairs of the season. Mrs. Schumache and daughter, Miss Lillian Schumache of Troy, Kan., were guests at "The Chiles" last week. Mrs Lillian was attending the Teachers' State Convention. Mr. and Mrs. W. W. Fisher entertained at their home on Nineteenth and Harrison streets Wednesday evening. Misses Corinne Bennett, Willa L. Smith and Mayme E. Johns. Miss Cora Merrill entertained a few friends at her home on Jackson street Monday evening complimentary to Mrs. Rosa Jenkins of Kansas City, Mo., and Mrs. Frank Moss of Dodge City, Kan. Mr. and Mrs. Horace Lamberson entertained at 6 o'clock dinner Sunday evening Mr. and Mrs. G. W. Smith, Mr. and Mrs. Nick Chiles and Mrs. Clarke, complimentary to their sister, Miss Willa Phillips of Oklahoma. H. G. Brown, the popular director of the Capital City Club orchestra, is acting head waiter at the Throop. H. G. is a nice fellow, and we would be pleased to see him retained in that position. The Embalmini Casket company of Kansas City is an up-to-date enterprise and desire to thank the public for its past patronage which has been highly satisfactory. They will be pleased to serve you as faithfully in the future. The following ladies received New Years day with Mrs. Simon P. Jordon at her residence on Lincoln street: Mesdames James A. Page, Nick Chiles, John Page John M. Wright, Mayme b. Johns; Misses Pearle Lena McNeal, Minnie Page, Fannie DePriest, Bertha Tipton, Willa Smith, Arnicholas Chiles and Carrie Johnson. The Henderson Coal company of Kansas City, Kansas, handles the very best of coal. Their straightforward and honest dealings with all give them a claim upon the patronage of the race. They solicit your patronage and pledge you that your orders will be attended to with dispatch and promptness. BROWN CHAPEL A series of special meetings commenced on January 4th to be continued indefinitely. All are invited. Sunday services: 11 a. m., 7:30 p. m.; Sunday school 2:30. I. S. CHILDS, Supt. Christian Endeavor at 6:30 p. m. MRS. I. T. RICHARDSON, Pres. Mr. Compton has moved his restaurant to his Elite boarding house, 1104 Charlotte street, Kansas City, Mo. Nicely furnished rooms all first-class up-to-date. The best people of the city cat at the Elite. When in the clyt give him a call. NORTH TOPEKA Mr. and Mrs. Robert Jordan entertained at dinner last Thursday at their home 903 Western avenue complimentary to the following visitors: Mrs. Sarah Williams of Lincoln, Neh.; Rev. and Mrs. Greene of Emporia, and Rev. Frank Wilson of Kansas City, Kan. The Twelve Star club will meet with Mr. and Mrs. Chas Reynolds Wednesday, January 14, 1903. The Arden club met Friday evening with Miss Mary Jamison. After the history lesson conducted by Mrs. Dora Watkins, the hostess passed quotations they were taken. Mrs. Watkins havepeare, and each guest was given an opportunity to write from what plays they were taken. Mrs. Watkins having the greater number right, she was given a little book, as a memento. The favors were a card tied with the club color ribbon on a quotation from "As You Like it." Music by Mr. Fred McNell. The visitors were Mr. and Mrs. James Brown, Mr. and Mrs. John Wright, Prof. and Mrs. Carter, Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Sharp, Mrs. Abbott, Messas, Jas, Suy, F. M. McNell and F. Roundtree. FANTROY-COOPER One of the most beautiful and prominent weddings was that of Mr. Geo. H. Fantroy of La Junta, Colo., a well-to-do ranchman and employee of the Santa Fe Railroad company, to Miss Florence Cooper, the well-to-do and accomplished daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Cooper. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Dr. C. W. Lane, their pastor at the splendid and quiet home of the bride's parents, three miles southwest of the city in the presence of a large invited guest. The bride was attired in a beautiful traveling costume, while the groom wore a neat full dress suit. There were many valuable presents and after a sumptuous, wedding dinner the bride and groom left for their future home, La Junta, Colo., bearing the best wishes of the family and a host of friends. Mr. and Mrs. James Cooper are one of the most wealthy colored families in western Kansas, owning much real estate, cattle, and personal property. May their lives be long and happy are the best wishes of the pastor. A CARD OF THANKS. I desire to sincerely thank the many friends who in any way assisted me during the illness and death of my beloved husband, also for the beautiful floral offerings and the many expressions of sympathy received. They shall always be held in grateful remembrance for the kindness shown. SECOND CHRISTIAN CHURCH Our Bible school is in a flourishing condition, and prospects for the future are splendid. Rev. B. C. Duke will preach at Wathena Sunday the 11th inst. The church at Wathena is prospering nicely under the leadership of Rev. Duke, and they are expecting to build a new church during this year. We will celebrate our first anniversary on the fourth Sunday in this month at 3 o'clock. We hope to be able to secure the ministers, of a member of the various churches to take part in the programme. ST. JOHN A. M. E. CHURCH Sabbath services January 11, 1903: Dr. Snelson's sermon 11 o'clock. "The Golden Scepter of Life." 7:30 p. m.—The holy communion will be celebrated. 3 p. m.—Sabbath school. New Year officers and teachers are as follows: Superintendent, Professor R. H. Wade; assistant superintendent, Mrs. Abbott; honorary superintendent, G. J. Coleman; secretary, Miss Lillian Jeltz; assistant secretary, Miss Lutie Hawkins; treasurer, Mrs. Woods; organist, Miss Eva Phillips; assistant organist, Miss Alberta Guy; musical director, W. W. Buckner; teachers, Rev. G. W. Guy, Miss Mayme Johnson, Dr. Snelson, Mrs. Woods, Miss Hester Hawkins, Mrs. Jaap Page, W. W. Buckner, Mrs. Bertie Wade, Mrs. Julia Brown. 6:30 p. m.—Young People's Society. The election of officers for new quarter will be held. The church is renovated and warm. All are invited. Preparations for another jubilee are being made to come off in May and June to raise the last $3,000 on the mortgage debt. Mrs. Lena Hilbert of Wichita, formerly Miss Lena Stewart of Topeka, is home with her parents on Buchanan street. She is quite ill at this time. Wallace Scott at 1186 Filmore and Frank Adams, 826 Clay street, are on the sick list. They would be pleased to have friends call. St. Simon of Cyrena Episcopal church, held its annual pilphany party at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Wright on Tuesday evening. It was a very pleasant party and brought out the full membership of the church. The program of evening was the reception of the king and queen, Mr. and Mrs. Wright; the announcement by Mr. J. H. Guy as master of ceremonies; the coming the Magl. A violin solo by Hairy Dillard, a solo by H. W. Dillard, and an address on Epiphany by Rev. Mr. Collett. Mrs. Paul Jones got the ring and will be queen next year and Mr. J. H. Childs drew the black bean and will be king. Mrs. D. H. Watkins, historian, read a very pleasant review of the work of the church year. Miss Hattie Freeman succeeded her as historian. The work of the St. Simon church is growing and the outlook for the year is good. J. R. Lytle, agent of the North Western Home Buying company, will place you in possession of a $1,000 home for only six and two-thirds cents per day, without interest, and without rent. Will pay off your mortgage. Safer than a bond. For further information call on, or write to. J. R. Lytle. 927 Kansas avenue, Topeka, Kan. B. STREET BAPTIST CHURCH. Rev. H. W. White organized a children's convention at the church last week which was in session two days, December 30 and 31. The convention was made up out of the clubs of the church; there were five clubs represented. The last day's session was the election of officers and appointing of committee and hearing their reports. At night a grand program was rendered. Mrs. M. D. Jones delivered the address of welcome. Responded to by Rev. H. W. White. Some excellent papers were read. The committee on temperance, mission, education and state of churches made a fine report. Rev. White deserves great credit for the thought of organizing the committee. Miss Pearl Woods, president; Miss Olie Stull vice president; Miss Amanda Williams, secretary; Miss Emma Bolden, treasurer; Mr. George Lang, corresponding secretary. The church has put in a telephone also one at the parsonage. Any one desiring to speak to the pastor call up 716 2 rings. The Sunday school elected their officers last Sunday. Mr. W. T. Turner, superintendent; Mrs. M. D. Jones, assistant superintendent; Miss Pearl Woods secretary; Miss Eva Garrett assistant secretary; Mr. H. Taylor, treasurer; Miss Louise White, Grace Stull, Willy Jones, librarians; Miss Alta Jones, organist. Mr. W. T. Turner has been superintendent for the Sunday school for 12 years and not missed but five Sundays during that time except when he was out of the city. The infant child of Rev. and Mrs. Bacote died Sunday. INDUSTRIAL INSTITUTE NOTES. This week has been a week of prayer at the Industrial institute, the several pastors of the city churches have given one night each to come out with their congregations and work among the students for their salvation. Miss Lena Allen and Mrs. John W. Taylor of Kansas City, Mo. Prof Branch of Wathena, Prof. Turner of Roedeal; Prof. Wilson of Fort Scott. Mrs. Taylor, and Miss Wake of Leavenworth, and bible Dillon of Joplin, Mo. were all students at the school last Quite a number of new students from in and out of the city enrolled in the different departments of the institute this week. There is room for a few more young lady students from outside of the city. Mr. Willis Jenkins and Miss Maud Jeltz have enrolled in the business course department to take up the study of shorthand and typewriting. The work of the military department is progressing nicely, each week sees a growth in the numbers as well as in the degree of efficiency in the manual of arms and the foot movements. Captain Ross desires to have his men in trim to put up a creditable showing in the public parade at the annual Easter exhibition. THE HAPPY NEW YEAR. New Year's day was one of general observation to Topekans. Not so much, by the old door practice of keeping "open doors," but by very quietly remaining at home. The city however, was filled with visitors from many of our adjoining towns and more or less galaxy prevailed. Only a few of our leaders received callers. At the residence of Mrs. Simon Jordan, Mesdames J. M. Wright, N. Chiles, J. A. Page, J. D. Page, Misses Pearl and Lena McNeal, Ancholach Chiles, Minnie Page, Betra Tipton, and Fanny DePriest received from 3 p. m. to 6 o'clock. Mrs. Jordan's cozy home was handsomely decorated and the receiving party looked very "fetching" in their simple costumes of the season. The menu served was elegant and tempting. The callers, a cigar and a attached to a plain white card bearing the names of the ladies in gold letters, was distributed as favors. The Capital City club parliars in charge of the Ladies Imperial Art club, was transformed into a dream of oriental beauty, with its decorations of California ferns, palms and Christmas wreaths, with the lights covered with pink shades. The beauty of the ladies was greatly enhanced by their handsome and appropriate gowns. The receiving ladies were: Mesdames J. A. Shields, D. F. Mallory, D. Merritt, S. Higgins, W. J. Jamison, O. A. Taylor, J. H. Childers, E. Hiley, Henry King, H. W. Dillard, C. D. Moss, M. J. Owens, J. D. Barker, J. H. Guy, John Ferguson, assisted by Mesdames G. W. Guy and F. G. Snelson. A black plug hat tied with pink and green ribbon to a card and which the name of the club and assisting ladies was printed, was deftly tied to the callers lapel as he partook of delicious refreshments. The Golden Rod club received at the residence of Mrs. Porter at 210 Taylor street. This club, made up of a brilliant set of young people, drew a host of callers, all of whom received a wee black doll attired in a single band of gold ribbon to the loins, as a souvenir. A jolly crowd of young girls received their friends at the residence of Mrs. Scott, 1182 Filmore street. In the evening the visitors danced at the Capital City club as the guests of the Topeka girls, and they didn't go home till morning. The Knights Templar drilled at Metropolitan hall to a packed house, after which the orchestra furnished music for the dancers. The night was joller than the day. Maybe our deeds were evil, who knows? PASTORAL LETTER. Dear Officers and Members St. John A. M. E. Church: Your humble pastor extends New Year Greetings, happy and heart-felt to every one of you! The first quarter of the annual conference year, which closed with 1902, has been designated as the most wonderful, successful financially, in the history of this church. Trustee collections ... $ 212.67 Steward collections ... 154.44 Jubilee collections ... 3,100.00 Total from Oct. 5 to Jan 5...$3,467.11 The Sabbath school, Prof. R. H. Wade, superintendent, scored its greatest achievement collecting for the Jubilee and "Christmas Ship" $238 during the quarter. Accessions to Membership. The results so far achieved have prepared us all I trust, for still greater spiritual and financial endeavors during this happy new year which has opened so auspiciously before us. Pray daily for your pastor; for your church officers and members; for the well-being of the friends and strangers who enter our sanctuary and for the sick, distressed and lukewarm members. Work nobly and conscientiously for the peace and prosperity of our own beloved St. John and for a sincere brotherhood among all our city churches. Always welcome others to the intellectual freedom and spiritual warmth of our Sabbath services and midweek prayer and class meetings. Never neglect your class meetings nor fall to pay your tithes to the Lord both your local and general church dues. Forget not the day of judgment, the coming of our Lord Christ and the crown of everlasting life. Trustees, Stewardess, Class-leaders, Stewardesses, Sabbath School Officers, Choir Members and Auxiliary Societies of the church are all urged to greater diligence that a better work may be accomplished this year. Faithfully, your pastor, F. G. NELSON. WESTERN UNIVERSITY NOTES. School has opened since the holidays; an increasing enrollment attests the popularity of our institution. All departments are moving steadily forward. Prof. Graham and his printing class have completed a booklet which is a credit to any printing office. The carpentry students are getting down to solid work and are making elegant designs to be followed in mechanics. This is the week of prayer and the Y. M. C. A., and other religious societies are filled with enthusiasm. The girls in sewing are making garments of all descriptions and are quite enthusiastic over the opportunity to learn this useful art. Prof. Gregg, our teacher of mathematics is now domiciled here with his charming bride. He is an able man and as a disciplinarian he is having very commendable conduct on the part of the students. 11 QUINCY STREET, First Door South of Fifth Ave., Hotel Try a Bottle of Kohl's Cough I For Coughs, Col Sore Throat, Etc Price 25 Cents per A son of Mrs. L. H. Moore, our maton, is here enroute to Texas. Prof. Graham who represented us at the Missouri State Teachers' association at St. Louis reports a splendid meeting. Prof. Garrett who has charge of the business course read a fine paper before the Association of Commercial State Teachers at Salina a short time ago. Rev. J. S. Johnson, our chaplain and theoretical teacher, is giving us good service. We are now in the second or winter term and hard work is being done by all. The institution continues to grow in public favor. Visitors are made welcome at any and all times. IN THE COURT OF TOPEKA, SHAW- NEE COUNTY, KANSAS. Herman Offen and Hugh Lowlor, trading as The Exchange Gro. Co., Plaintiffs. W. D. Vasterson, Defendants. J. S. M'CLINTOCK, Attorney for Plaintiffs. (Attest). E. L. GOOD, Clerk of said Court. STARTLING FACTS. ```markdown ``` in and English she is a very proficient teacher. The boarding club committee composed of Pres. Vernon, Prof. J. S. Johnson and Prof. A. C. Perdue, secured Mrs. Milton of Leavenworth to cook for the club. The large number of students boarding in the club are being well cared for by her. She is a fine cook. State of Kansas to W. D Masterson: You are hereby notified that the above named plaintiff has filed in the above entitled court, their suit against you in which they ask for judgment against you upon an account for merchandise, in the sum of $21.80, and that in said action a garnishment has been issued to the Topeka Transfer & Storage company, who have answered herein; that they have in their possession about $100 worth of property belonging to you, and that unless you answer herein, by the 10th day of February, 1903, the bill of particulars filed herein will be taken as true and judgment rendered accordingly, subjecting the property in the hands of the garnishee herein, to the payment of the plaintiff's claim and the costs hereof. In the District Court of Shawnee County, Kansas. Chase Jennings, plaintiff, vs. Samuel Jennings, Defendant. nul 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 sold petition will be taken as true and judgment rendered accordingly. JOSHEN REED, Plaintiff Attorney. Attest: I. S. Curtis, Clerk District Court. [ceal] By Zora B. West, Deputy. in the District Court of Shawnee County, State of Kansas. Case No. 21961. C. E. Clark, plaintiff. va. Ada B. Cark, defendant. State of Kansas, Shawnee county, sa. To Ada B. Clark. Greeting: You are hereby notified that you have been sued in the above entitled court by the above named plaintiff in an action in which the plaintiff prays for a divorce from you and that you must answer the said petition on or before the 20th day if December, 1902, or said petition will be taken as true and judgment for a divorce rendered against you and for costs and all other proper re- lief. C. E. CLARK. Plaintiff. By F. J. Lynch, Atty. for Plaintiff. Attest: J. C. Burtls. Clerk. We want to put 100 colored families living in the city of Topeka who are now paying from $5.00 to $10.00 per month house rent. Stop! Don't throw your hard earnings any longer in the river. We put you in possession of a $1000 home for only 6 cents per day. Without interest without rent. This company will buy you a home of your own selection and allow you to pay for the same at the small cost of $5.40 amonth, $2.50 membership fee and $2.00 monthly until your contract matures and in a few months, you will absolutely occupy your own home. Will pay off your mortgage. For further particulars, call or address Office Telephone 193. Penwell, Undertakers and Licensed Embalmers Topeka. Hotel Kansas. High Mixture , Colds, Hoarsenema , Etc. s per Bottle ONLY 2-2 DAYS FROM KANSAS CITY TO California VIA THE Clear RockIsland Route El Paso Short Line Daily Tourist Cars. 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Washington, D.C. When in St. Joseph Visit WALKER'S RESTAURANT. Ice Cream. Open Day and Night. H. H. WALKER, Prop. W. COR. 5TH AND CHA PLES S St. JOSPH, Mo. EMPORIA, KAS. Mrs. Dave and Mr. John Morris are on the sick list. Rev. W. P. Greene of the A. M. A. church is holding a series of revival meetings. Miss Lewis of Fort Smith, Ark., is here to attend the Kansas State Normal. Mr. and Mrs. James Taylor entertained a few of their friends at their home, No. 9 Neosho street Christmas day, the dinner being the feature of the day. The house was artistically decorated with ferns, and holly, the table was laden with the many good catables and to be sure all enjoyed a pleasant time. These present were: Mr. and Mrs. J. L. Brown, Mr. and Mrs. D. F. Tipton, Mr. and Mrs. D. Wicks, Mr. and Mrs. Mat Harris, Mr. and Mrs. William Canafax, Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Mocher. Rev. W. S. Blake and family. Mr. William St. Clair. The A. K. W. K. club held a business meeting Monday night at the home of Miss Cora Lyle's. Miss Cora Reed is reported on the sick list. Quite a number of Emporlans attended the entertainments in Strong City Saturday week and Dunlap, Kan., New Years night. All report a grand time, the finest feature of the Dunlap trip with Messrs. Terry, Gayden and Lewis was when Mr. Sam Talley called out, Hold your train, Go back there Rev. B. F. Franklin occupied the pulpit at the A. M. E. church Monday night. Mr. A. G. Ray has accepted a position in a barber shop in Topeka. Miss Emma Carter is visiting in Wichita again. Mr. Harry Harold spent the holidays with us, returning to his home in Neosho Falls Monday. Household of Ruth No. 233 will give a grand entertainment the 16th inst. Dr. D. F. Tipton and crew are working in Council Grove this week. Mrs. Bert A. and William Ray visited in Topeka last week. Mr. Thomas Jackson of the Indian Territory, is visiting with us, and some one said that they heard wedding bells in the distance. P. F. LEWIS, Correspondent. KANSAS CITY, KAN. The members of the St. James A. M. E. church of Kansas City, Kansas, headed by the newly ordained deaconess of the same showed their appreciation for their new pastor, Rev. A. M. Ward, in a very unique way on New Year's day. By mutual consent they took charge of the parsonage and kept open house from 10 to 4 p. m. During the day nearly every member of the church visited the pastor wishing himself and family God's speed, a happy and prosperous year. JUNCTION CITY The Afro-American Advancement club in its last meeting resolved that a letter of condolence be sent to the Plaindealer for publication of the death of Rev. W. L. Grant, also a copy of the same be forwarded to his widow, extending the heartfelt sympathy of the club, and that they mourn with her in the loss of a husband, and as a great leader of the colored race. We feel that the loss of such a noble man, who stood in the front ranks of his race will be missed by all the negroes of the United States of America. We knew him to be faithful in his Christian duties, also loyal to his party. He never refused a chance to work for the advancement of his race when an opportunity presented itself to him. And now we feel that we have lost one of the greatest men of the negro race, and we solemnly regret our loss. Hoping we may have many others to work for the advancement of the race. What is our loss is Heaven's gain. (Signed.) N. D. ALDRIDGE, Chairman. JAS. E. RICHARDSON, A. M. SPARKS, HENRY DePRIEST, LOYD HARDE.., SIP. HARRIS. Executive Committee. ROBERT MADDOX, Secretary. I. C. PERKINS, Corresponding Secretary. Mrs. Isaac Perkins gave a quilting at her home on Wednesday afternoon. Refreshments was served and the afternoon was delightfully spent. Mr. P. P. Hamm, snspent the holidays in Wichita, Kan., with his son and daughter. Mrs. Fox of Skiddy, Kan., spent the holidays in the city. Mrs. Carter of Council Grove, spent Christmas with her sister, Mrs. A. N. Petty. Miss Maude Smith and Mr. Carl Phillips of Manhattan, Kan., spent New Years with Mr. N. Dunlap and wife. Mr. George Brown of Plainville, Kan., dropped in a few hours on business. Mr. John Turner and son Stewart Turner arrived on New Years eve from Philadelphia. Mrs. Jackson arrived home from Leavenworth, Kan., on January having spent the holidays with friends. Mr. Wil Harden gave a corn shucking on Tuesday, December 31. A nice dinner was enjoyed by all and even one went home having had a good time. ST. JOE. Mrs. Jerry Rucker of Atchison visited her daughter, Mrs. Jas. Hill, during holidays. Miss Maud Carey, who is visiting Dr. and Mrs. Edwards will return shortly to her home in Rockford, Co. The De Koven Music club met Mrs. Julius Robinson last Friday. Mall Carrier Morton has been transferred to the position of collector of the business portion of the city. The change was made by his request. The salary is the same but the work lighter and there is less exposure. Bishop Shaffer and son will open drug store in the near future. Many St. Joe people would be go to hear of the appointment of Childers to succeed Dr. Crossland minister to Liberia should Dr. Crawland be recalled. We believe him to a gentleman fully competent for position and one who will be a cr not only to the people of Kansas to the entire race. Rev. Dixon was very much in posed last week. School opened Monday after week's holiday. LAWRENCE. Mrs. K. C. Chrouch and daughter Frendia, very pleasantly entertained the Sewing Circle on New Year's eve. The out of town guests were M. Waters of Kansas City, Mo., Mrs. M. Jackson, Miss Minta Beck Topeka. Talks were made made by Mr. M. Peace and Mr. D. Henderson, were enjoyed by all. After which three-course lunch was served. Miss Mary Muskrat came down to Garnet Thursday to visit her pary HOME OF YOUR OWN J. R. LYTLE will place you in possession of a $1,000 Home for only six and two thirds cents per day without interest, without rent. It also provides that if the delinquency result from sickness, death or total disability, or if he be unable to pay by Reason of loss of employment, a forfeiture shall not be declared for a period of Six Months. For further information write or call J. R LYTLE, Agi, 929 KANS. AVE. TABERNACLER. Rebecca Tabernacle No. 11—Meets the first and third Mondays, afternoon, at M. and O. Hall, corner Eighteen and Washington streets. Mrs. Katie Miner, C. F., No. 115 Nebraska Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. Golden Rule Tabernacle No. 13—Meets first and third Wednesday nights at Stons of Protection Hall, corner Sixth and State streets. Mrs. Bettie Johnson, C. F., No. 112 Stewart Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. Golden Sheaf Tabernacle No. 91 was visited by Miss K. Iagram, a nurse from Douglas hospital, asking aid for that inscription; $1.00 was given her from the society. Queen of the West Tabernacle No. 1—meets the first and third Wednesdays, afternoon, at M. and O. Hall, corner Washington and Eighth streets. Mrs. Cora Taylor, C. F., No. 115 Parallel Ave., Kansas City, Kan. Fair West Tabernacle No. 13—Meets first and third Fridays, afternoon, at M. and O. Hall, corner Eighth and Washington streets. Mrs. Charlette Daiten, C. F., No. 115 Freeman Ave., Kansas City, Kansas. Golden Sheaf Tabernacle No. 91—Meets first and third Thursday afternoon of each month at Masonic Hall, Thirtenth and Douglas streets. Mrs. Anna Brown, H. P.; Nettle Kellogg, C. R. Tabernacle No. 28 and Daughter Alice Tucher of Victoria No. 30 of Leavenworth, Kansas, transferred to Golden Sheaf Tabernacle No. 91, Omaha. Mr. Mariah Tabernacle No. 32—Meets the second and fourth Thursdays in each month. The Year 1903 Will Find the Great and Only... PLAINDEALER --- Brighter and Bigger Than Ever! Subscribe Now =