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THE TOPEKA PLAINDEALER. --- VOLUME V. Dr. Crum's Aim. "There Can Be no Such Thing Between the Races." He Only Seeks Reward for Long Political Service. Opposition to His Selection Due to Race Prejudice. j A Charleston, S. C., special to the St. Louis Post dispatch says: "Dr. Wm. D. Crum, the Negro whose nomination by President Roosevelt to be collector at this port precipitated a storm of political controversy and revival of racial animosities in the South, is a university graduate and a type of Afro-American rarely met within this section. "He is a man of considerable culture and of pleasant address. He has lived all his life in this community, and in the practice of the medical profession he has been successful enough to keep in touch with prosperity. He comments as follows on the opposition against him: "It is alleged that I am not qualified to perform the duties of this office, but I need not say I recognize that the protest to my appointment narrows itself down to a question of race distinction. "I am not asking for social equality. There can be no such thing between the two races. "I respect the prejudices of the white man. "I do not seek or hope to have these social barriers removed, but the white man should not expect the Negro to measure up to the standard of excellence, to accomplish in forty years what it has taken centuries for him to attain. "Concerning my policy, if appointed collector of this port, I do not see why it should give cause for disquietude. I am naturally conservative and my administration will be in no sense revolutionary. "To do my duty, to leave nothing undone that will contribute to the building up of this port, to give fair courteous service to respective social traditions and prejudices which I believe to be immutable in the South, to give offense to none if it can be avoided, this will be my policy soong as I hold office. "It has been said that white employees whose work will be under my supervision would resign. "Would it amaze you if I were to tell you that I have already seventy-five applications in hand for positions in the custom service and fifty per cent. of these are from white men? That is true, however significant it may be." "Doctor, you differ from your friend, Booker Washington, who says the Negro should eschew politics and devote his time ann talent to industrial pursuits." "I believe the Negro is entitled to political consideration. I esteem Booker Washington as the greatest man of our race since the time of Fred. Douglass. I think his opinions are entitled to the highest consideration and respect. I do not believe he is opposed to the higher education of the Negro." "The plan to deport the Negro? I think is wholly impracticable. "The Negro will remain in the South and the white men want him to stay. "I am honestly of the opinion that if the Negro-were to attempt to quit this country, the white men would prevent him if they had to use Winchester rifles. "The two races can work out their own salvation and abide together in the same land. "Social equality—there is no such thing as absolute social equality. "There are thousands of Negroes I wouldn't allow on my premises and the white men refuse to meet on terms of social uquality representatives without number of his own race. But I believe the Negro is entitled to political consideration, if he is worthy." Dr. Crum was born in Charleston in 1859. After he was graduated at the Avery institution of this city He had completed his sophomore year when the Republican "Carpet-bagger" ruler was deposed in this by the Democrats and the Negr students were compelled to leave the college. "And I never have received a dollar from the public treasury," he remarked grimly. "No, I forgot. During the spanish-American war, I was appointed examining physician for the government's recruiting station in Charleston. I was paid 40 cents for each man I examined and I tested 300. That represents all I ever got from Uncle Sam in legal tender." In 1892 Dr. Crum wanted to be postmaster of Charleston. President Harrison viewed his candidacy with some favor, and even went so far as to nominate Crum for the office. Then the nomination was suddenly withdrawn. Crum asserts that the President did it at his request, but it is alleged that the President's advisers charged the colored physician with having deserted Blaine after he was pledged to support him. Crum says President Roosevelt is convinced that the accusation is false and his candidacy has the undivided support of the administration. In appearance Crum is prepossessing. He is a mulatto, six feet in stature, with much of the politician's suavity of manner. His wife was born in England, her mother having fled there after making her escape from Georgia. She was educated in Boston, and speaks French, Italian and English with almost equal fluency. The policy of President Roosevelt in dealing with the race question is meeting the hearty approbation of all the fair-minded people of the country. Thursday morning's Topeka Capital voices the sentiment of the law-abiding citizens of this country in the following editorial: Southern statesmen at Washington are again throwing fits anent President and the race issue. The crum appointment is still held up in the Senate and the rumblings of dissatisfaction over the Indianola affair and the appointment of a Negro assistant district attorney for Massachusetts have not subsidied, when a new outrage is reported. This is the presence of colored wamen at the latest White house reception. It is nothing unusual for Negro men to attend these functions, in select numbers; they appeared at all of President McKinley's and at President Cleveland's receptions. But at last week's reception Southern Congressmen were petrified to see two handsome and well dressed colored women in the throng, attending by invitation as the wives of white officials attended. The colored women are described as "young, handsome, well dressed, and as well behaved as any of the white women." All this is particularly objectionable, as implying a sense equality with the women of the superior race. If these young colored women misbehaved themselves and were obviously out of their place it would not be so offensive to the delicate susceptibilities of Southern guests. But the painful feature of the whole affair is that they conducted themselves with as much savior faire as any of the other A dispatch to the Inter-Ocean reports that Southern Congressmen accepted this invitation by the President to the wives of two young colored federal officials as a special affront to these Congressmen from the South and therefore as being even worse than the famous reception of Booker Washington. The Southern press may be expected to to break out again in execrations of a President who learns nothing from experience, but goes from bad to worse. To the country at large it will TOPEKA, KANSAS, FRIDAY MORNING, JAN. 30. 1903. appear that President Roosevelt is consistently and deliberately pursuing a well formulated policy towards the Negro race, a policy of universal recognition based on merit. He receives nobody at the White house by invitation who is unworthy to be there. He appoints no colored men or women to office simply because of their party claims. He demands that they shall have proved their worth, and having proved it nothing keeps him from awarding them the official recognition of the government. This seems an inexcusable offense to Sou-herners, who constantly set up the necessity of keeping the Negro down socially and politically, but is not the President's policy wiser than theirs and more calculated to accomplish what they profess to seek in their own way—the elevation of the Negro race? If the government refuses the rewards of merit to Negroes, white freely giving them to whites, does it not to that extent discourage Negro ambition to achieve merit? The President's policy separates the sheep from the goats; he encourages Negroes to strive for their indiqidual betterment. He puts a premium on character and ambition and good behavior, and, in short, he is next to Booker Washington, the best friend, in the best sense, that the Negro has today in the United States. A FEW EXCERPS FROM J. J. INGALLS' LETTER Some of the Strong Points Which our Outraged Brothers in the South Should Carefully Study. "Who would be free themselves must strike the blow."—J. J. Ingalls' letter to Capt. P. H. Coney, Jul. 6th, 1899. "There is only one way for the Negro to get his rights in this country, and that is to fight for them."—J. J. Ingalls to Capt. P. H. Coney. "The Bible and the hymn book are all well enough, but what the African race needs is another Tousaint L'Overture with the bloodstained banner of revolution and the torch and sword."—J. J. Ingalls' letter to Capt. P. H. Coney. From the above excerpts and paragraph three, if what Mr. Ingalls says is true, the Negroes of Mississippi, Louisiana and south Carolina could apply the torch to a success, and win out. If men don't respect the rights of other men, laws cannot be enforced. Insurance companies will not protect property in a community where there is strife, murder, riot and the destruction of property by burning. If he, i. e. the Negro, continue in the same old rut he will land where he began. There is no trouble to stop these outrages. YALE. KAN. The work of the A. M. E. church of Yale is one of the best mining camps in Kansas. Our people here are becoming more and more intelligent. Sunday, January 11.—Quarterly meeting was held. Rev. G. A. Griffith, P. E., was with us from Thursday until Monday. The following is report for the quarter: Presiding elder ..... $13.50 Pastor ..... 89.14 Visiting members ..... 4.10 Sunday School ..... .90 Trustees ..... 47.22 Total ..... $154.86 E. D. ABBOTT, Pastor. 10LA. KAN. Mrs. Wade and Hall or Ft. Scott the following home ladies: Mrs. Banks, Allen, Steward, Jackson, Walton, Phelps and Master Harry Grammer and Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Brown, of Topeak, Kan. Mr. and Mrs. E. Bearden of Nesho Falls, Mrs. E. Duncon and Miss Duncan of Neosho Falls, and Mr. and Mrs. T. Grave of Burlington, Kan. Mrs. Jas. Allen entertained at 7 o'clock dinner the following ladies: Mrs. Fields, Winslow, Banks, Hall and Wade. Mrs. Phelps and Steward entertained the following ladies from 8 to 10 p.m.: Mrs. Winslow, Fields, Poole, Walton, Alleen, Jackson, Wade, Hall and Misses Mary Allstock and Celest Steward. --- A. G. Stacey Says Nick Chiles Should Have the Place! The Plaindealer Manager Doesn't Want a Political Job. But Names a Few Things He Really Wants. Bro. A. G. Stacey, formerly a Kansas newspaper man, but who is editing the Yellville (Ark.) Republican is responsible for the following article: "The good things should be passed around, and if any of them have been overlooked thanks should be given to the one who made the discovery. Topeka, Kas., has a Negro population of 7,200, every voter of that race being an active politician. Up to the present time no recognition in the way of office has been given the black race in that city except in the way of janitorship, unless the dog catcher might be called an office. It is true that a black man, no a colored man for he was not black, was county clerk, a concession that was forced in order that the black voters might be held in line. "Just at the present time no more fitting appointment could be made by the postoffice department than that of Nick Chiles for postmaster. It would be popular in certain channels, for Nick is an influential Negro, holding as he does, the 2,000 Negro voters of that city in his absolute control. It would be a greatful recognition of the race that has stood by the Republics of that state, and at the same time prove the disinterestedness of the postmaster general and remove the stigma of appointing Negroes only in the Southern states. There might be some objection, but only on the part of those who would themselves to be postmaster. Nick is worth some $20,000, and would undoubtedly be willing to contribute generously to the campaign fund." Thanks, Bro. Stacey. We are not looking for any political jobs. All we want is to see the Negro receive equality at law, free speech, a vote and it counted. We appreciate the good feeling towards us, and all we ask is, that you keep up your lick in "Old Arkansaw," for God knows she needs reformation, and needs it badly. A man of Stacey's ability and pluck, can cope with them, and if they will heed his advice they will doubtless find themselves recognized as a civilized people. We agree with Mr. Stacey that the appointment of Negroes in the North is proper, but we must keep in mind that the great masses of the race, along with their wealth and education are in the South, and there is where the bulk of the appointments should go. The Southern Negro has fought the battles of the Republican party for thirty years, and the Negro will receive his just reward when Mr. Stacey convinces those "razor back hog growers" and moon shiners that: M'Kinley was president and was assassinated, and now the Hon. Theodore Roosevelt is president, Lee surrendered to Grant, Lincoln is dead, and our President is simply carrying out Lincoln's policy, all American citizens should be treated alike under this flag! Washington, Jan. 24.—President Roosevelt received a call to-day from William Pledger, a negro politician of Georgia, and Bishop Watters, a negro churchman, who discussed with him the general subject of appointment of negroes to federal offices. The former is acting president of the Afro-American council, a strong negro political organization, and Bishop Watters is chairman of the executive committee of the council. They told the President that they feared he was being embarrassed by many pending claims of negroes for political preferment and indicated their intention, after consultation with negroes throughout the country, to call a meeting of the executive committee of the Afro-American council in this city for the purpose of deviling some means of regulating the claims of colored men, so as to relieve the President from the consideration of the cases of those who are not entitled fairly to such consideration. The executive committee consists of three members from each state. It is proposed to suggest to the executive committee the creation of a central committee of negroes to pass finally upon the claims of negro applicants for federal appointment before they are presented to the President. It is pointed out that this or some similar plan would relieve the President from much annoyance. The President did not indicate what his views respecting their plans were. For audacity, brazen effrontery, and egotism, these gentlemen put the acts of the first Napoleon to shame. Think of it; one Rev. Dr. Bishop, politician and would be leader, the Rt. Rev. Bishop Alexander Walters, ex-president of the Afro-American Council and ex a great many other things, aided and abetted by that other distinguished (?) American, soldier, scholar and statesman, Col. Aristide Pledger, hleing themselves to Washington, self-selected, self-appointed without invitation, for the purpose of aiding the president in the discharge of those duties intrusted to him by the American people. Their magnanimity must have touched a tender chord in the breast of the president and we shall wait with breathless patience his reply. We would like to add that all negroes seeking ple at the federal ple counter, will please consult Alec & Bill before filling their papers at Washington. The executive committee of the Kansas Lincoln Day Club have just finished its program for their Lincoln birthday exercises to be held in the Auditorium on Thursday evening, February the 12th. The exercises are for the benefit of the citizens of Kansas and everybody is invited to come out and observe and show that the esteem and reverence in which the name of the Great Emancipator is held. The committee has spared no gains or expense in securing for this occasion orators and other hequisites for their program which would make it highly creditable. Hon. M. O. Rickettts from St. Joseph, Mo., will speak of Lincoln the Emancipator. While Mr. Rickettts has never been heard by a Kansas audience he is one of most eloquent and forcible orators of the west. Hon. Nelson Crews of Kansas City, Mo., will speak on the subject from Lincoln to Roosevelt; everybody has heard of Mr. Crews and the writer would not attempt. He is in demand for every national and state campaign as an orator and we have seen him go up against the heavy guns of the east and hold his own. Prof. D. T. Vernon will speak on "Negro Citizenship." The professor is known from one end of the state to the other and has been for several campaigns one of the leading speakers sent out by the state committee. With this array of oratorical timber the citizens of Kansas are fortunate and should show their appreciation by packing the Auditorium from pit to dome. The following is the program which the Lincoln Day Club will present for the evening of February 12th: Music, "Star Spangled Banner"..... Jackson's Military Band. Invocation...Rev. F. G. Snelson, D.D. Address of Welcome.Gov. W. J. Bailey Response and President's Address..... Hon. A. Rewes, Vice President Music, vocal, "Cavallier Rusticana" Hon. Nelson Crews. The above is the program of the exercises which are to be held in the Auditorium commencing promptly at 8 o'clock on Thursday evening, February the 12th. There is no admission charged and everybody is extended an invitation to come out and to also attend the reception which will be given for one hour immediately after the conclusion of the exercises at the Auditorium at Masonic hall, 618 Kansas avenue. This reception will be in honor of our distinguished visitors from Missouri and everybody is especially asked to attend. E. E. Lair, the popular young stalwart, of the Second ward, announces himself as a candidate for clerk. He is on the Ed. Hoch order, has worked hard for the party without reward or favor. He now seeks the support of his party and those he has helped. Mr. Lair believes in strengthening the party by putting the best material forward. Look out for him, he says he is a winner! Hon. H. A. Willis, the druggist, at 302 E. Fourth street, announces himself as a candidate for city treasurer subject to the Republican primaries. He has been a resident of the Second ward for several years. He served sixteen years in the army, four of which was active service in the civil war, going in as a private and coming out a lieutenant. He was born in Thomaston, Maine, was postmaster there under Grant, Hayes and one year under Grover Clevelend. Served ten months in Andersonville priton, suffering everything but death for the cause of liberty. Mr. Willis is also prominent in the councils of Irwin Lodge, No. 260, A. O. U. W. He says he is a winner and expects to see all the voters before the final day. W. W. Fisher is a candidate for member of the board of education. In the coming city election, the Republicans should put forth their effort to nominate a good business man for mayor-one who is not identified with any faction, if not, the Democrats will clean up. Hon. Chas. Spencer, the present city attorney announces himself for re-election, subject to the Republican primaries. He is now serving his first term, and as the party always accords a second term, we should not desert him. Mr. Spencer is now in the heat of battle, championing the rights of the people against the waterworks and gas companies. He understands the case, and to change him would be suicide to the city. It looked to THE PLAINDEALER for awhile as if Col. Hughes would not have any opposition at the primaries. Everybody is waiting for the bigshow. One wing of our party should move slowly, for fear we will meet breakers. The people are not asleep, they are just dozing. We won't predict at present—there is dissatisfaction on all sides. We need a colored man on the school board. W. W. Fisher has announced himself as a candidate for the place, and all the people in the Fifth ward should rally to his support. He will make a first-class representative. Tax-payers, vote for him, mothers vote for him and by so doing you will make no mistake. W. S. Burganthal announces himself as a candidate for mayor of the city of Topeka, subject to the Republican primaries. He was reared in Indiana, casted his first vote for James G. Blaine, and departed the same day for Kansas. He has resided on the North side since his arrival in the state. He was connected with the Thomas Lumber Co., for over fifteen years, a member of the city council two years and served as chairman of several important committees. Mr. Burgantal is thoroughly identified with Topeka and her growth. If elected, he will give a new deal. He is connected with no faction, and can be relied upon to do what the people want. He is in the race to stay. Let us as Republicans parcel out a few good jobs worthy of consideration, to the colored Republicans of Kansas. We are retrograding instead of progressing on political lines. The last administration we had one Negro in the Auditor's office, drawing one hundred dollars per month. The present incumbent never thought enough of the Negroes of this state to offer them a place in his office. After a little more investigation we will give the reason why, NUMBER 5. A Few Points Concerning Some of the Men Who Desire to Conduct the Affairs of Topeka Toey are competent as Well as Deserving, and Would Serve us Faithfully. and what he said concerning keeping a Negro in his office. We cannot support "lily whites" in Kansas. It is an outrage, a burning shame, to treat a certain element of a party in such manner. The Auditor's office has always been considered a place where the colored Republican's held sway, since the days of E. P. McCabe several cololored men have filled positions in that office. We must admit that the colored politicians are rather slow and backward in pushing their claims for these positions, but nevertheless, our dear brothers in white should be more considerate. KAW VALLEY. It is somewhat amusing to read in the papers about what the president is doing at the White house and how the southerners are criticising the president for kindness shown the colored people at his reception last week; the president is setting an example that can be creditably followed by the governor at least of Kansas, as I live in Kansas I shall only speak of the state of my home. The negro has not had anything like a state appointment since the appointment of Colonel Peck during the administration of Governor Lewelling and Governor Leedy. President Roosevelt is indeed the president of the people; the poor, the rich, the black and the white can truly call him the president of the United States of America. At the last election in this state the colored voter did his part in electing the Republican ticket; he did not do more than his duty as a party voter. It is now up to the state administration to say, well done, thou good and faithful servant, there are young men among you that I think are capable of filling most any position. Our young men and women are our only young. I don't advise you no young man to engage in politics and make that his only study; he should be honest and studuy honesty. All men that want office are not necessary dishonest. That rule will hold good with the colored man as well as with the white man. The idea that the negroes are not illigible and should not stand on a par as to holding office is a creature of the Lily White Republics of the South and it is more at emnity with true Republicanism than Democracy itself in advocating the election or appointing of one of our men. We should pattern after the successful men of our party. And again we can not be of but one party Republican or Democratic; we can't be part one and part the other. In sentiment I have been a Republican since 1856 and in practice. Since 1871 the Republican party is like a ship all else is the son. I am for that party first last and all the time I am for our young men. JUNCTiON CITY. Mr. Holmes of Clay Center, Kan. was in the city last week on business. Rev. Hickman of Graham county passed through the city enroute for Topeka, Kan. The Aid Society of the A. M. M. church gave an entertainment at Nelson's Hall on Tuesday evening. They reported of having a grand success. The Afro-American Advancement club has landed one man in a good position, and if we had similar clubs organized in every town throughout the state they would do much to better the races' condition. These are the following officers: James Richardson, Henry Depriest, A. M. Sparks, Loyd Harden, Sip Harris, executive committee; N. D. Aldridge, president; I. C. Perkins, corresponding secretary; Robert Maddox, permanent secretary. GREENVILLE, S. C. Ministers have started a movement here to stimulate interest among our people the necessity of unity in the business world. The meetings are to be held every two weeks at the various churches. Speeches by the various men of the town and other topics touching our needs. We have here, three groceries, colored; on main street; one Market, meat on the same; all told seven grocery stores; one bank, one undertaker. Two negro physicians, whose offices and turn oats are as nice as any of the whites. Battered at the postoffice at Tepeka as second class mail master. Below we publish the full text of Bailey Waggener's bill for a separate high school in the city of Atchison. Mr. Waggener is not the father of this bill, but offers it by request and says he will not push it if the colored people don't want it. He is a man who carries no prejudices. There is a class of people in all communities who try to oppress those that are down. They select the weak, the poor and ignorant for their prey. The better class of whites want to see the Negroes rise and are always glad to have the opportunity to teach them. The children attending the same school with different nationalities learn from experience an object lesson of what may be expected through life. Atchison being so close to Missouri, those Negro haters might send their children across the river. The idea of building a separate High school for eight or ten colored people is ridiculous. Those people who think their children too good to attend public schools for the reason that a few poor colored people are trying to enlighten themselves to make better citizens, should move out of the country. Taxes are paid to support the public schools and everybody is entitled to the benefits thereof. Let the colored citizens of Atchison, along with their white friends, petition Mr. Waggener to withdraw the bill. He says he will if requested. The Negroes of Atchison are on trial. We know there are some hypocrites and backsliders there. Smoke them out. Call a meeting, protesting against this. The whole state of Kansas is interested in this bill. It will lead to something else. Read Maj. Ford's Ft. Scott letter on this question. This is our reason for mixed schools: The colored child has a chance to learn from the white child which has the greater advantage in wealth, refinement and culture, to learn and grow up by falling in their footsteps. To do this they must be in close touch with one another. If colored boys or girls see a white boy or girl always neat, tidy, apt and polite, they will try and be the same. The colored pupils who are educated with the whites have more ambition for competition than they would in separate schools. The facilities for teaching in a white school especially in the High school, are so much different that there is no comparison. Take Chemistry taught in the High school; to keep this department in first class shape costs several dollars each year. Take the languages; it is very few colored people that can teach them. We wan the very best teachers and the best facilities to be had. The following is the text of the bill: An Act authorizing the Board of Education of cities of the first class, having a population of less than 20,000, to establish and maintain a separate Highschool, for the education of colored children, and to provide the funds therefore. Be it enacted by the Legislature of the State of Kansas: SECTION 1. 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As soon as such separate high school is established for the education of colored children under the provisions of this Act, the Board of Education is prohibited from permitting any white child to become a member or student in such high school established for the education of colored children, and is also prohibited from permitting any colored child from becoming a member or student in any high school established for the education of white children. SECTION 5. This act shall take effect and be in force from and after its publication in the official state paper. NAI. FORD'S LETTER. Ft. Scott, Kas., 1, 20. '03. EDITOR PLAINDEALER: Senator Waggener has introduced a bill to establish a separate High school in Atchison, for Negroes, it is said at the urgent request of the leading Negroes of the state. I don't know who the leading Negroes are, who are urging the passage of such a bill. I do know that it is a measure we should urge only as a last resort, and after mature deliberation. Anyone who has been the least observant can see how inferior the graded school buildings provided for Negro children are to those provided for the whites, and the locations of those buildings are usually in such remote and secluded places as a stranger would go in quest of a pest house. It is absurd to hope that cities that are now overburdened with school debts would make the preparation and outlay for a colored High school commensurate with the High schools now existing, especially if other cities are anything like Fort Scott, which has about fifteen colored students in the High school. I am fully cognizant of the fact that in many High schools in the state our children are treated with scant courtesy, and that every trivial infringement of the rules is magnified into almost a criminal offense. Yet let us not do anything that will so materially affect the interest of our children as would a Jim Crow High school annex, but, "rather bear those ills we have than fly to others that we know not of." GEO. W. FORD. Actual Recasts from Baldness After Only 4 Months Use of ZONODONE. The Ingalls Letter. To be brutally frank, is pardonable sometimes. The publication of a posthumus letter of the late ex-Senator John J. Ingalls, in this paper, tells a brutally frank story of the view of a great American, touching the race problem. It is characteristic of Ingalls. The unfortunate thing about Mr. Ingalls is that he was not black. Had he been permitted by Almighty God the exquisite pleasure of changing his color, if only for a brief interval, and "viewed the landscape o'er" through the Negro's spectacles, and familiarized himself with various obstacles hedging the Negro's aspirations and ambitions, a vastly different tone would have been given to his utterances. No one knows better than the humblest Negro the utter futility of armed resistance to his present environment. It is easy enough Traveling the States of Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska Colorado, Canaan, and the Indian Territory. Five (5) Daily Passenger Trains are run on this line in each direction, between Kansas City and St. Louis Are reached ONLY by this LINE to talk these things, but to put them in action is an utter impossibility. There is but one way of solving the Negro problem, and that is for every one to strive to make the most of himself, at the same time seeking to do something for the uplift of one another. It is historically true, as Mr. Ingalls stated, that there are more Negroes in America today than there were American colonists in 1776; and then, it is not an unreasonable assumption, that French interference was the salvation of the same colonist, just the same as American interference freed Cuba from Spanish rule. A revolt of the American Negro against Southern mob law, lynchings and prescription, would be followed by a massacre of Negroes, beside which the bloody night of St. Bartholomew would be a farce-comedy. In such a case no European nation would dare to interfere in a civil war, and the Negro would be left to the tender mercies of the "Anglo-Saxons." The destiny of the American Negro is in himself. His success will not come through abject submission to outrage and insult, nor to blindly following misguided counsels. Our success will come through honestly laboring, and saving a portion of our earning; and developing business enterprises thereby employing our boys and girls. The colored voters want Representatives in Congress who will not sacrifice their rights in the South for some minor bill for the benefit of some individual. Hon. Chester I. Long, the new U. S. Senator elect, of the 7th district, outgeneraled all of his opponents Since he is a machinist we hope he will be able to repair all broken places in the mechanism of the party. Rome, Jan. 19.—The Pope has elvenced much interest in President Roosevelt's attitude toward the Negro in the matter of appointing members of it to public positions, Speaking of it today his holiness is quoted as saying: "This speaks well for America; they have a head strong enough to overlook race prejudice." Thanks to the Pope of Rome. The Catholic is the only Christian organization of the white people in the United States which recognizes the Negro. The Catholics are our friends; when the American white people speak like the Pope a new era will dawn. NE, THE NEWEST HAIR GROWTH The Hair grow with lightning-like rays. BE prevents Falling Hair, Grey Hair, Blue Cures Dandruff, Itch, Tetter, Eczema, Dry Partings, Splitting Ends, and Bald Tits. It fine, silky Hair. 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The West has no prominent Democrat now big enough to take old John T. Crisp out and shake him. But then, Kansas Negroes ought not to kick, we are about to be treated to a complete system of "Jim Crow" schools. Talk about progress! Lord have mercy on retrogression, Somebody Quit For the past few years, a Negro has had the honor of serving as city marshall. Preliminary arrangements are now being made for the city campaign, and the Negro candidates names are legion. Two candidates for Judge of the City court and four for Marshall looks very much to us like political suicide. Somebody better quicken the interest of the of the race. PUBLICATION NOTICE. In the district court of Shawnee county, Kansas. Mary Ann Brushwood, plaintiff, va. Robert E. Brushwood, defendant, No. 22061. To Robert E. 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Packed so that no one will know it is not except receiver. ```markdown ``` CRANE AND CO, 122 west Broad Street, RICKSON VAL. ```markdown ``` ```markdown ``` The ball given in honor of the waiters and porters last Thursday was a grand success, and those present report themselves as having a pleasant time. Its promoters deserve much credit for the manner in which it was conducted, and that they will soon give another is the wish of all. Messrs. Vaughn and Oliver were the promoters of the affair. The general missionary, J. H. Van Lane, will preach at the Shiloh Baptist church Sunday morning and evening. Mr. H. I. Monroe left for Atchison Thursday on a business trip. "Bert" Wakefield of Troy is special favorite with the ladies on the Plain-dealer as well as those connected with the hotel. The funeral of Mr. Albert Bass will be held from St. John A. M. E. church Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock. He will be buried under the Masonic rites. Messrs. D. Sheppard of Paola and H. C. Pouse of Leavenworth are among the guest at Chiles' Hotel. Mrs. L. Manning will entertain Monday evening complimentary to her brother, Mr. James Williams, who graduated Wednesday evening from the Topeka High school. Miss Effie Burdge and Mr. James Williams will enter the State University. P. E. J. R. Ransom left Friday afternoon for North Lawrence to hold quarterly meeting and conference Sunday and Monday. Miss Phetta Scott of Kansas City is visiting Miss Clara Williams. Mr. Perle Tipton one of the guards at the State penitentiary spent Tuesday in the city. Prof. W. T. Vernon of Quindaro spent a few days in the city on business. Mrs. Jas. Beck of Lawrence visited in the city, the guest of her niece, Miss Minta Beck. Mesdames Bert Ray and Lulu Carson of Emporia were the guests last week of Miss Jennie Willis. Messrs. J. H. Hudson of Chetopa and W. M. Williams of Parsons are among the guest at Chiles Hotel. The Golden Rod club met last Friday afternoon with Miss Lena Thompson. The club will meet January 30 with Mrs. Lizzie Cooper, 114 East Seventh street. The Dumas club will meet January 30 with Mrs. E. Matley, 1155 Clay st. All members must be present. Mrs. E. Chirley of Chicago was a visitor. J. B. Flemming of Horton spent Tuesday in the city. Mrs. Fannie Sturnes is very ill at Christ's Hospital. Mesdames House, Green and Johnson East Twelfth street are among the sick. Miss Cyrenia Smith left last Saturday for Emporia where she will enter the Normal. The Ladies Sewing Circle of St John's A. M. E. church met last Wednesday with Mrs. M. Smith, 908 W. Seventh street. A. Peak and son Mack of Paola, visited last week the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Turner of Kaw Valley. Mr. Peck is among the prosperous farmers of Miami county. The Ne Plus Ultra club met last Friday with Mrs. G. W. Smith. In hour was spent in sewing after which lunch was hewed. The club adjourned to meet with Mrs. B. C. Duke, 1221 Buchanan street Friday afternoon, January 30. WANTED—at once, a first-class laundry woman. Must be able to do white shirts and collars finn rst-class manner. Wanted, also, a young colored man as a first class baker. Must be up to date. Will pay the highest wages. Wanted, also, a well educated young colored girl between the ages of 17 and 26 years. Must be a good Bookkeeper and Stenographer. Answer at once to C. K. SKALES, Camborne, B. C. 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. 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 eat at the Elite. When in the clyt give him a call. Mr. and Mrs. John Barker are the proud parents of a fine baby girl. Albert Bass who departed this life on last Tuesday, was born in Howard county, Missouri, 51 years ago. He came overland to Topeka in the 70's where he has resided ever since and has always been known as one of our best citizens. He was a prominent church worker having for years been treasurer of St. John's church. He was also prominent as a Mason and Odd Fellow. Mr. Bass leaves a wife, seven children, two sisters, a brother and a host of relations and friends who mourn his loss. We extend our heart sympathy in this their hour of sorrow. The funeral service will be held Sunday from St. John's A. M. E. church at 1 o'clock, conducted by the Masonic and Odd Fellows. The Ladies Colored Orphan's Home association will meet at the home, 1205 Chandler street, next Monday afternoon, at which time a benefit lunch will be served for the home. All members and friends are earnestly requested to come and assist. MRS. JOHN ODEL, Pres. MRS. JOHN JONES, Sec. The Arden club met last Thursday evening with Mrs. R. H. Wade. The review of last lesson was conducted by Mrs. Watkins and the hostess told the story of King Lear. It will meet this week with Mr. and Mrs. Clink-scale. Mr. Peter Harris of Eudora, father of Samuel Harris who died suddenly of heart disease, is in the city and will take the body of his son home for burial. Mrs. W. S. Eagleson entertained Thursday afternoon and evening complimentary to her sister, Miss Famyl Martin of California. On Thursday evening a number of friends very pleasantly surprised Mrs. G. Solomon, it being her birthday anniversary. Mrs. Solomon received many useful presents. BROWN CHAPEL Sunday services 11 a. m. and 7:30 p. m. Sunday school 3 o'clock p. m., John Chiles, Supt. Christian Endeavor 6.30 p. m., Mrs. T. F. Richardson, president. All are cordially invited to attend. Two weeks of revival services have just closed with mum benefit to the church. There was a happy conversion and some backsliders were reclaimed. Our second quarterly meeting will take place on February 15th the second Sunday—to which the friends and members of all the churches are cordially invited. Mrs. Bettie Childs entertained the sewing circle on Friday, January 23, and our ladies are doing useful work. Had a good time. A. H. RICHARDSON, Pastor. Immediately after the reception at 618 Kansas avenue tot Hon. Dr. Rickets of St. Joe, and the Hon. Nelson Crews of Kansas City, the annual banquet of the Lincoln Day club will take place. The price this year is $1.00 per plate. There will be easily over 100 plates this year. Chef F. R. Wilson has secured the banquet and the menu he will put up will be grand. Parties desiring to attend will do well to correspond with J. B. Bass the secretary. The lists of toasts have not been made up yet and will not be complete for possibly ten days, but everything points to a large attendance from all parts of the state and that the second annual banquet of the Lincoln Day Club will excell all previous efforts. There will be a Nichols meeting at Chiles' Hall, Tuesday night February 3, 1903, under the auspices of the "Roosevelt Republican club." The club truly invites each member to be present. A. J. WILSON, President Cn Separate Schools. Hon. Bailey Waggener, the justly celebrated political adviser and legal solicitor of the Missouri Pacific Railroad, and at the same time the head and front of the Democratic party in the present legislature, has, by reason of a bill authorizing Atchison to build and maintain a separate High school for the education of Negro children, brought this very important question before the public. We shall rely upon the overwhelming Republican majority to completely smother this decidly unAmerican measure. If the legislature of Kansas desires to signalize its belief in the oneness of American heterogeneity, they will repeal the present unconstitutional law, permitting some cities to separate the colored and white children in the lower grades. The present system practiced in parts of Kansas, and in the Southern states, in deference to a supposed race-prejudice, is diametrically opposed to the fundamental principles of the great American public school system. The average citizen understands the public school system of this country to be especially designed with a view to developing the highest type of manhood and womanhood, and the exemplification of the Biblical prayer, "Behold, how good, and how pleasant it is for men to dwell together in peace." There is nothing in the separate school system that leads up to this ideal. On the other hand, there is everything in it, that feeds this spirit of race prejudice. It is a well known fact that prejudice against Negroes in Kansas is stronger today than it was twenty, ten, or even five years ago, and that it is daily growing stronger. Nothing has contributed so much to this as has the separation of the public schools. This has accentuated the natural prejudice, and has been followed by the closing of many positions to Negroes. Not alone has this been a burden to the Negro, but it has been and is a burden to the tax-payers of the state. To increase this burden of debt by the establishment and maintenance of separate High schools in cities where there are less than a hundred pupils to attend them, is a big piece of folly and would result in the failure of the pupils attending receiving equal facilities. It is a well known fact that in the providing of equal facilities in the lower grades, at the present time, the Negro schools look like thirty cents beside the white schools. The Negroes of Atehison, Kansas, need no separate high school, and the Republican legislators of Kansas should see to it that the bill introduced by Mr. Waggener, should be consigned to its final resting place—the grave. 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 1031 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. 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. If elected to that position those who support him will have nothing to regret. Capt. T. F. Orner announces himself self-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 poitei to all whom he comes in contact. He desires the support of his party. 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 flameau 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. 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. We call the attention of our readers to the announcement of S. A. Swendson for 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. 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. Hes, Sted C. Sauer, afterby 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 left Sheffield, Iowa, with his mother, May 27, 1879, overland, his father in advance, on the train. They arrived in Hayes City, July 26th the same year, with fifteen head of cattle. Young Slater was the herder; he came to Kansas on foot. 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. 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 fir class order. 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 o that position, he will continue to faithfully perform the duties assigned to him. 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. Hon. J. H. Squires, City Clerk, announces himself as a candidate for re-election subject to the Republican 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. 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. 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 ticker last fall. He has always stood by the party and has never deserted them when needed. He now seeks the support of the Republicans to this city in the interest of harmony and right. 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 11. QUINCY STREET. First Door South of Fifth Ave., Hotel Kansas. ```markdown ``` Try a Bottle of Kohl's Coug For Coughs, Sore Throat, Price 25 Cents 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 business 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. IN THE COURT OF TOPEKA, SHAW-NEE COUNTY, KANSAS_ Herman Offen and Hugh Lowlor, trading as The Exchange Gro. Co., Plaintiffs, W. D. Masterson, Defendants. 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 $21.50, 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. J. S. M'CLINTOCK, Attorney for Plaintiffs. (Attest). E. L. GOOD, Clerk of said Court. In the District Court of Shawnee County, Kansas. Chaney Jennings, plaintiff vs. Samuel 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, 1908, or said petition will be taken as true and judgment rendered accordingly. Joseph Reem, Plaintiff Attorney. Attest: L. S. Curtis, Clerk District Court. [Seal] By Zora B. West, Deputy. STARTLING FACTS. 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 R. O. HILLIARD 422 K1111 A1111 a 25 Penwell, Undertakers and Licensed Embalmers Topeka, Hotel Kansas. High Mixture Colds, Hoarseness Etc. s per Bottle ONLY 2-2 DAYS FROM KANSAS CITY —TO— California -V1A THE- Great Rock Island Route El Paso Short Line Daily Tourist Care. PERSONALLY CONDUCED TUESDAYS AND THURSDAYS THE LOW ALTITUDE ROUTE Also personally conducted tourist excursions every Wednesday and friday via COLORADO AND SCENED THE QUICKEST TIME TO EL ABO BEST LINE TO OLD MEXICO. BALDWIN. KAN. On Friday night January 23d, Paul Lawrence Dunbar, the famous negro poet gave a reading from his own works at Centenary hall. Fully 500 people heard the poet-genius and accomplished reader. W. D. Howells was right when he said that Mr. Dunbar could "feel the negro life aesthetically and express it lyrically." Mr. Dunbar was the master of his audience from the utterance of his first syllable. He passed with consummate skill from the most laughable to the most sublime and pathetic. Without apology or bombast he portrayed the negro's weakest places with his strongest portifications. He is a realist. He is true to life; so true that he neither overdraws his characters in his writings nor his readings. Mr. Dunbar is not only a realist, but is also an optimist. His philosophy is that misfortunes and success are strikingly mingled together in this life, but success in the end will endure. With him there is no chance on luck to win for an individual, but "hard work, good work," as he puts. This community is to be congratulated on hearing a man who has really done something, accomplished a work and made a fame that will live in literature. As a man he is interesting and instructive; modest in bearing, pleasing in manner, and versatile in conversation. Those who have not done so will be benefitted to read his work (prose as well as poetry) to hear his peculiarly magnetic voice, either in his readings or conversation Mr. Paul Lawrence Dunbar, spent several hours in the city Saturday, January 24. While in the city he was the guest of the Business Men's Club. The following named members of the Business Men's club entertained Mr. Dunbar at luncheon: Messra. Dr. F. D. G. Harvey, John Clark, Robt. McWilliams, W. C. Brown, W. C. Hueston, Gratton S. Gregg, and Chas. Barnett. Mr. Dunbar is to appear in the University chapel under the auspices of the Palacean League of the University of Kansas. He departed at 5:12 p. m. for Kansas City. Mr. W. C. Hueston an easy winner. Messra. H. C. Hueston and D. C. Henderson, the two colored contestants in the chapel debate here last Friday night, to select representatives for the Kansas-Nebraska debate, ended in a decided victory for Mr. Hueston. Mr. Hueston made the effort of his life, and it was concensus of opinion when he had finished his eight-minute speech that he had won a place. Mr. Hueston's logic and eloquence was of a high order. He spoke with much ease and with great force. The ground floor is still unfinished but rapidly will be completed and the building will then be dedicated with appropriate services followed by a banquet. Conditions for study in this dormitory are quite ideal, where two boys only occupy a room and are responsible for its care. Such rooms well lighted, neatly fitted, with steam raiators, other modern conveniences and furnishings—former students of the Institute—those for instance who were there in the '80's and '90's, hardly dreamed of, or believed that such favorable conditions would ever exist. There are in addition to these desirable apartments for boys, a fine reception hall, a guest room, a well lighted room for the sick, should there be any in this healthy place, a reading and music room combined, etc. With the completion of this dormitory, and of the walks and roads leading to it, to the main building, or elsewhere, the Institute campus will present a very inviting appearance, and should, with the remainder of the plant, be looked upon with pride and affection by every race loving and patriotic citizen of Missouri. An impressive memorial service in respect and honor to the deceased Mrs. Dockery was held in Lincoln Institute Auditorium, January 4. A copy of the resolutions adopted on that occasion were prepared in unique form and presented to the governor. Lincoln institute was ably represented on the program at the recent Missouri State Teachers' association held in St. Louis, Mo., by President B. F. Allen, who gave a most excellent and instructive address on "Lincoln Institute as a Factor in the Solution of the Race Problem;" by Vice President Garnett who ably responded to the welcome address given by Superintendent Soldan; and by Professor J. Silone-Yates, who read a highly interesting paper on "The Equipment of the Teacher." Fruits of the farmers' convention recently held have appeared in numbers of new students, children of the farmers who from various counties attended the meeting. NOTICE. NOTICE. The New Hope Baptist church of Wichita, Kan., of which Rev. H. F. Frazies is pastor, has just closed a grand and successful revival with 26 additional to the church and 19 converts. The greatest revival that has been held in Wichita for some time. The whole town was stirred up; standing room was at a premium at every service. Several had to return home. Rev. Blake of Emporia, pastor of the St. James Baptist church conducted the meetings with the aid of Dean Geo. Johnson of Muskogee, I. T. It was a glorious time for the members of the New Hope Baptist church. Rev. Frazies has just closed his seventh year and has done a great work for his people. Plans are being drawn up to build a $5,000 buck church. Several of the members have donated $25.00 each for the erection of this edifice, viz.: Rev. H. F. Frazier, Deacons J. E. Lewis, Philip Hyde, Abe Alexander, Margon Green, Jonn Williams, Sister Synthe Lone, Sister Goodseal, Sister Fannie Dun. Bro. Robert Frazier has subscribed ten dollars and Sister Roosle Dunn four dollars. Smaller sums are coming in every day. The meeting closed Sunday after a period of three weeks. At the close 25 camp up and asked to be prayed for. May the Lord bless his work. 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