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THE TOPEKA PLAINDEALER. PAUL LAURENCE DUNBAR. VOLUME VI. Jefferson P. King of Osloosa, Kansas, Takes the Opportunity to Eulogize on the Greatest Poet of the Race. His Paper Greeted With Rounds of Applause at Inter-State Literary. When we read of sculptors and philosophers, we think of Greece; when we read orators and warriors we think of Rome; when we read of scientists and discoverers, we think of England; when we read of men whose greatest love is the love of God and country, we think of America; but of whom shall we read to think of Africa, the home of the Negro? The destiny of the Negro, like that of Africa, is still in the realm of prophesy; for when we inquire concerning the destiny of the Negro, we are told that "Ethiopia shall stretch forth her hands," and that "Princes shall come out of Egypt." There was a time when the Negro had a country, but today he has none, because Africa has become, as it were, the golden apple of discord thrown in the pathway of the greedy nations of this earth. The Negro through ignorance, bribery and treachery has lost his native land; so that at the present time he has but two unquestionable sources of power and strength—one is education and the other is religion. In religion the Negro has made wonderful and marvelous progress. He has arisen from the lowest depths of superstition and idolatry to the highest plane of intelligent worship, and to the full conception of the brotherhood of man and fatherhood of God. In education the progress of the Negro has been so miraculous that the civilized world has stood with uplifted hands and asked in astonishment "What manner of man is this!" But we were told by the critics of other races that we could not stand high in the educational world until we had produced members of the Negro race who were competent to write books. We then produced Simmons, Crogman, Scarborough and Booker T. Washington. No sooner had we produced Negroes competent to write books than we were told by these same critics that the Negro in order to be a race in the true sense of the word, and in order to measure up to the other great races of the earth, would have to raise up from one of his number a poet, who would immortalize the deeds done by black boys and girls in imperishable poetry that would stand as a beacon-light of Negro culture to inspire the future generations of the lowly race with a greater love for the true, the noble and the good. And, now, members of my race, I am here this morning to tell you that we have produced that poet of whom the critics talked. In the peaceful little city of Dayton, Ohio, there was born of slave parents the great poet of his race—Paul Laurence Dunbar. Concerning his education not very much is definitely known other than that his mental training was like unto that which everywhere befalls the children of the poor. He inherited his poetic power from his mother, who shared his passion for literature, with a special love for poetry. The productions of this poetic genius soon won for him the coveted place of a truly great poet. It can justly be said of Paul Laurence Dunbar that he is the only man of pure African blood and of American civilization to feel the Negro life aesthetically and express it lyrically. In speaking of this great poet it is not the intention of this paper to undervalue the productions, or detract in the slightest from the reputations of other poets of the race. Especially the great Dumas of France, or the far greater Pushkin of Russia, who were creatures of an environment more favorable to literary development than our own unique American poet, Paul Laurence Dunbar. He wrote of the Negro just as you see him in every-day life without adding or detracting any of the char- acteristics which naturally belong to him. What could be more true to life or descriptive of a Negro's real feelings before taking of a meal he loves so well as this piece of poetry by Dunbar: 'Dey is times in life when nature Seems to slip a cog and go, Jes' a-rattlin' down creation, In nothing is his essentially refined and delicate art so well shown as in such productions as the one just recited. Such pieces are usually spoken of as dialect pieces, for want of some closer phrase. He reveals in these a finely ironical perception of the Negro's limitations, with a tender- JEFFERSON P. KING, Unquestionably the Star at the Inter-State at Ft. Scott. ness for the same that is very remarkable. However much doubt may arise in the minds of critics concerning the originality of the productions of Dunbar that are void of dialect, it is true beyond all reasonable doubt that no one but a Dunbar could have produced the dialect pieces. For these are the experiences of what passes in the minds of a lowly people whose poetry had hitherto been articulately expressed in music, but now finds for the first time in our tongue, literary interpretation in a very artistic manner. Not only of the humorous side of the Negro's life does he write, but he describes the mysteries of nature and the manifold characteristics of human life in general. What could describe a natural phenomenon more vividly than his beautiful verse on "Dawn"— "An angel of light, all robed in white, Stooped down to kiss the sleeping night: Night woke to blush—the sprite was gone; Men saw the sprite and called it dawn." What is life? This is the question that has puzzled the brain of philosophers of all ages, and still remains the question of the age. Poets of all ages have sung of its mysteries and greatness, and doubtless Paul Laurence Dunbar described it as naturally as any when he said:— "A crust of bread and a corner to sleep in, A minute to smile and an hour to weep in; A pint of joy to a peck of trouble, And never a laugh but the moans come double, And that is life" The writings of this famous poet have, up to the present time, been sufficiently meritorious to inscribe his name high upon the scroll of poetic fame, and should he do no more he has nobly and sublimely served his race. For says W. D. Howells: "I cannot undertake to prophesy concerning the future of Mr. Dunbar, but if he should do nothing more than he has done, I should feel that he had made the strongest claim for the Negro in English literature that the Negro has yet made." He is a notable man of our time he will be a great man of all time. His rule is in the kingdom of thought which is universal and eternal. In his suggestiveness, in his stimulation of thought in others, he is one of the towering figures in intellectual history. He led no armies; he shaped no commercial empire; he amassed no millions of money; he was no commanding figure in the world's material affairs; no he was but a hum TOPEKA, KANSAS, FRIDAY MORNING, JAN. 15, 1904. COLORED VOTERS TAKE WARNING! Stay Clear of the Leland Machine, From Which People Have Never Received Any Recognition--- Support Honest Ed Hoch for Governor. LISTEN! LISTEN!! OH, LISTEN, my people to what we tell you. As the year 1904 dawns upon us let us try to study the future for our advantage and the interest of our children. Ask yourselves the question: "Who is it that tries to circum-scribe our daily walks of life?" Do you try to do the same? We answer, no. Then, if men of other nationalities try to fix our bounds it is our duty to try to compass them. Can we do it? We answer for you, yes. How? By a courageous and manly stand, battling for honesty and equality before the law, a free speech and a fair ballot and an honest count. How do men obtain and keep these rights? It is not by lying, deception, cowardice, laziness nor ignorance. NO. We say that no such class of people can hope even to exist long upon the earth by such methods. Speak out boldly for the rights of all human beings—stand up for the progress of all men, black or white, and if it be necessary, fight for it. Now, closer to the subject at hand: The campaign is on in this state. The battle is in our own camp. Now, let us decide who we shall line up with; see who will recognize the colored people as human beings—as Republicans and entitled to some of the good paying jobs in this state. We admit that our people are a little too timid in looking forward for these good places until they are farmed out. Yet our brethren who dwell, so to speak, in the same house, should have compassion on our slothfulness and prod us to the promised land. On the one side is arrayed Cy Leland, who is undoubtedly the boss of his faction. His captains and lieutenants are men who are looking for personal aggrandizement; who care nothing for the welfare of the common people. Their reply to all who dare to oppose them is like the answer Brutus received from his best friend, "I am always Caesar," and for this reply Marc Anthony had to say a funeral oration over his dead body. It looks as if the people are preparing a funeral oration for the Leland Caesars. On the opposite side from the Leland monarchs is a class of men who are championing the rights of all—men who believe in doing as near right as one can do. They do not believe in piling up useless expenditures on the tax-payers. They believe that the ringing up of a few men to rule or ruin a commonwealth to build up personal greed is wrong, and should be overthrown. We shall not express ourselves in full on this question at present but will later on. In short, we say to our coloured voters that we would prefer to cast our lot with Hon. E. W. Hoch of Marion, are now being unjustly hurled against the Negro race are destined to vanish in the arts. And I hope that the time is not far distant when the great men of all races will unite their efforts, not for any particular race, but for the uplifting of humanity in general. For it was for humanity in general that the "Man of Nazareth" labored and suffered. The conception of our duty must be as broad as his, and from the summit of this lofty conception we can look out and see the work to be done, and there we can ble poet of a lowly race, and yet his influence will sway the thoughts of kings yet unborn, and generation after generation of mankind will form unending ranks in an army of intellectual progress that will bow before the shrine of his poetic genius. Through the poetic productions of a Dunbar and the worthy accomplishments of Negroes in the various fields of intellectual activity, the race has attained its present high civilization; and, Mr. Chairman, I believe that the hostilities and prejudices which and Hon. W. R. Stubbs of Lawrence, rather than with W. J. Bailey of Baileyville, and Cyrus Leland of Troy. The former can be relied upon to try to please all the people of Kansas, irrespective of party, color or creed. They are the ones, we believe, who would give the colored Republicans some sort of decent show. We have done all we could in the past to keep the other fellows in office and yet we have not had a position that paid over $600 a year since the days of E.P. McCabe, who served four years as Auditor of State by being elected by the people. To show how Gov. Bailey regards the colored wing of the party he was asked to appoint a colored man on the Barbers Commission, a position with which hundreds of our Negro citizens are familiar and have worked at the trade for years, and yet this man, who claims to be governor of the people, was so prejudiced against us that he would not consider a colored applicant. This board was created by the last legislature, and Governor Bailey could have recognized us. We do not ask to be recognized because we are colored, but our white friends draw the line and say to us "you shall" or "you shall not." The consideration seems to be in the color and not in the real worth or merit. We could mention several things the governor and his appointees have done to cause our people to be for Mr. Hoch. We shall support Gov. Bailey if renominated, if for no other reason than we agree to stand by the nominees of the convention, but we shall strive to see that he doesn't get the nomination because we hate to stand up for the wrong. If Mr. Hoch is nominated we know he would be elected and we could depend on everybody getting an even break, and we would be considered as a part of the party. Let every Negro in Kansas support Hoch delegates to the State convention. Insist on getting on the delegation men who will give us a place on the central committee, and allow us one delegate to the national convention at Chicago. Look well to this. We now warn you not to be content with a $5 bill and a promise never to be fulfilled. Stand up solidly for recognition. We want a few $1000 positions, and want men to fill them who will save their money and help to raise our standard. Mr. Stubbs is O. K. and can be relied upon. LATER:Over five hundred Republicans from all parts of the state, representing over seventy counties, met in Security hall on Wednesday evening and ask to have the yoke of bondage taken off. Mr. Hoch will accept the office if nominated. —NICK CHILES. breathe the pure air of heaven and get inspiration for its performance, though it cost self-denial and self-sacrifice. "And as we look we shall see the vision grow—the splendor deepen—the horizon fall back—the skies open their everlasting gates—and glory of God stream through." Then shall we realize that God "hath made of one blood all nations of men for to dwell on all the face of the earth and hath determined the times before appointed, and the bounds of their habitations." EVERYTHING FOR HARMONY At the meeting of the county central committee which was held Saturday afternoon in the old court house, much business was transacted in a few hours. Of the seventy-two members of the committee but one was not there in person or represented by proxy. It was about the same as a county convention. There was harmony with a large "H". Everything went off as smoothly as a greased cellar door. The committee decided the date of the primaries should be February 27. At the primaries the nomination for the county officers will be made and the delegates to the county convention, who will select delegates to the state convention, will be chosen. The county convention will be held on February 29, two days after the primaries are held. The committee also selected delegates to the congressional convention which will be held at Holton February 2. Captain H. M. Philips, the chairman of the committee, called the meeting to order. John Gardiner, the secretary, was at his place. After the chairman stated what the committee had before it business was at once commenced and put through rapidly. Major Anderson read a resolution which was as follows, and which was adopted unanimously: "Whereas, The Republican congressional convention for the First district has been called for an early date and the people of Shawnee county are earnestly in favor of the renomination of Hon. Charles Curtis, the present honored and efficient congressman from this district, and it would require a large and wholly unnecessary expense to hold a county convention to elect delegates to such congressional convention, an expense to which Mr. Curtis should not be subjected in view of his very serious financial losses by the flood. "Therefore, Resolved that the chair appoint a committee of five to confer with special friends of Mr. Curtus who are well acquainted with his wishes and that such committee recommend to the committee a list of delegates and alternates to represent Shawnee county in said congressional convention." The committee appointed was: T.J. Anderson, Ed Buckman, W.S. Lindsay, Will Van Orsdal and Geo. W. Charles. When the committee returned the following delegates and alternates were named: Delegates—J. G. Sloneker, H. M. Philips, D. W. Mulvane, W. T. McKnight, Dr. W. S. Lindsay, Arthur Capper, Jno. T. Chaney, A. Newman, Jno. M. Wright, T. J. Anderson, J. B. Betts, A. M. Baird, M. C. Holman, George Bunce, Oliver Wyatt, R. S. Van Sant, Robert Stone, Chas. W. Smith, M. F. Stout, Jacob Maus, Harry Perkins, C. B. Titus, Fred Roundtree, J. F. Snyder, J. W. F. Hughes, S. A. Swendson, John Howerton, Ed Ward, William Ream, J. E. Guild, A. K. Rodgers, A. D. Bauer. Alternates—C. V. Wolf, Peter Heil, P. H. Forbes, W. I. Jamison, F. P. Lindsey, W. E. Sterne, J. D. Norton, J. E. Larimer, James H. Guy, Dr. A. A. Raub, Dr. L. A. Ryder, A. Sheets, M. T. Campbell, James Murphy, Peter Eberhardt, J. B. Rowles, Geo. E. Flanders, J. T. Snyder, M. Stahl, C. N. Houghton, Geo. A. Anderson, Will Osborne, Dennis Hope, Jas. C. Shimer, A. T. Allen, J. A. Troutman, Geo. Stewart, Mort. Hutchinson, P. M. Holcomb, B. F. Vanorsdal, T. S. Williams, J. S. Carter. CANDIDATES DECIDED. D. W. Mulvane moved that the candidates retire and decide upon the date the county primaries should be held. This motion was seconded by T. J. Anderson, providing it was safe to put the candidates in a room together. Several of the members objected to the motion and after some discussion the motion carried and the candidates retired. The candidates decided they wanted an early convention, the vote standing 19 to 8. D. W. Mulvane made a motion that the primaries be held on Feb. 27 to nominate judge of the district court, state senator and NUMBER 2. Central Committee Sets Primaries For Feb. 27. Delegates to Congressional Convention Will Stand By Hon. Charles Curtis, Fighting to the Ditch to Land Shawnee's Favorite Son. county officers, and that a county convention be held on Feb. 29 to select delegates to the state convention Dr. Lindsay offered a substitute to hold the county convention May 17. Mr. Forbes spoke against the holding of an early primary. He thought the time between the call and the primaries was too short. The motion was carried by a vote of 50 to 11. The Australian ballot system will be used at the primaries. It was agreed that all candidates should be compelled, in order to get on the ticket, to file their names before next Saturday noon, with the central committee secretary. A resolution endorsing President Roosevelt and Charles Curtis was introduced by D. W. Mulvane and adopted with a whoop. The executive committee held a meeting after the central committee adjourned to arrange for the primaries. J. W. Gardiner, the secretary, will be found at the police station and the assessment fixed by the executive must be paid to him before Saturday noon. The places on the ticket will be chosen by lot. THESE MEN ARE ALL RIGHT. - Hon. W. W. Harvey who is a candidate for the legislature from the 39th representative district, is a resident of the Fifth ward, and has practiced law for the past six years. Mr. Harvey is a Kentuckian by birth, but has lived in Kansas since 1877. He is liked by everybody and promises if elected to this position that e will look well to the interests of Shawnee county. He is a good fighter and worker, is honest, conscientious, and can be relied upon to do what he says. Dr. H. H. Keith announces that he is a candidate for coroner to succeed Dr. Hogeboom, subject to the Republican primaries, Feb. 27. The subject of this sketch was born in Milford, Ill., and came to Kansas in 1882. He traveled several years for the Meyer Drug company of St. Louis, and was likewise surgeon for the M. K. and T. Coal company, whose headquarters are at Cherokee, Kansas for some time. He began the practice of medicine in 1892. He is the owner of the Keith hospital at 608 Clay street, and also owns a beautiful residence at 1201 Quincy, and is a heavy taxpayer. The doctor has always been a staunch Republican from the fact that his father was in the Andersonville prison, and from this he learned that Democrats are very dangerous and cannot be trusted. He is conscientious, honest and enjoys a lucrative practice, being kept busy from morning till evening. If elected he will reflect credit upon the people. Dr. W. A. Wehe, who, elsewhere in this paper announces his candidacy for county coroner, is a hoosier by birth, coming to Kansas twenty-four years ago with his parents and locating in Shawnee county. After graduating from the public schools of this city entered the University of Michigan as a medical student and finishing with the class of '93. Coming back to his adopted home, he immediately engaged in the practice of medicine, and today bears the distinction of being one of Topeka's most responsible physicians. Dr. Wehe is a member of Shawnee and Kansas State Medical association as well as being connected with the Stormont hospital staff, which nearly gives to him an lowing. He will THE PLAINDEALER PUBLISHING CO. 112 EAST SEVENTH STREET. NICK CHILES, - BUSINESS MANAGER J. 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 matter. FRIDAY, JAN. 15, 1904. ANNOUNCEMENTS. Hon. W. A. S. Bird Ex-City Attorney, announces himself a candidate for Legislature from the thirty-eighth district, subject to the Republican primaries. Hon. W. G. Fairchild, One of the prominent young Barristers of Shawnee county, announces himself a candidate for member of the Legislature from the 38th district, subject to the Republican primaries. Hon, J. B. Larimer Announces himself a candidate for Judge of the Third Judicial District to succeed the Hon. Z. T. Hasen, subject to the decision of the Republican primaries. For County Coroner I hereby announce myself a candidate for County Coroner, subject to the Republican primaries to be held Feb. 27, 1904. - W. A. WHEE, M.D. For Super of Public Instruction W. II, Wasson announces himself as a candidate for County Superintendent of Public Instruction, subject to the decision of the Shawnee County Republican primaries to be held Feb 27. NEGRO PROSPERITY. The Atlanta Journal cites the following figures from the tax rolls to show that the Negro is doing pretty well in Georgia: "The aggregate value of all the Negro property in the state for 1903 is $16,714,265. Last year it amounted to $15,188,069. The total value of city property for 1903 is $4,668,620. Last year the value of the city property amounted to $4,389,422. "The total value of farming lands this year belonging to Negroes, $5,881,471. Last year the value was $4,779,263." It is not stated whether this is the assessed or actual value of Negro property in Georgia. In any case the interesting thing is not that Georgia Negroes own 16 millions of property—for there are a little over a million Negroes in the state, which would make their wealth but $16 a head—but that they have increased their property a million and a half dollars in the last year, or by 10 per cent. At any rate they would double their property holdings every ten years, which is doing a good deal better than the country at large. Another favorable feature of this showing is that of the one and a half million dollars added to the wealth of Negroes in Georgia a million dollars, or two-thirds of the whole increase, is in farm land. There is no reason why a Negro should not do as well at farming as a white man; there are no unions to bar him admission or hamper him in his trade; the land will produce as abundantly for the black man as for the white and the markets give him the same price for his crops. Georgia has received some undesirable advertising by reason of the prevalence of peonage on the plantations of the state; but it appears that if there are Negro peons, there are also Negro land proprietors; that they own about six million dollars worth of land, and that they increased their holdings in the last year by nearly 25 per cent. If these figures are the sort that do not lie, they make a mighty cheerful showing by way of offset to the political wrongs inflicted upon the Negroes of Georgia.—Capital. stick to cities and towns like flies to a honey pot, merely existing not living—might take advice from the above and get out upon the farm lands. There is at all times a market for the products of the farm, while there is not always an avenue open for the plying of the trades and professions by our people. Poultry and stock raising are indispensable adjuncts to farm life that are excellent wealth producers at small cost and little trouble. It makes a proposition look hard if we do nothing but figure at it, but the moment we strike the first blow it is easily seen where to strike the second. Let the Negroes of Kansas get a record as honorable as the Negroes of Georgia have attained. COL. PLEDGER DEAD. In this issue we wish to mention Hon. W. A. Piedger, another one of our national race leaders who departing left behind him lasting "footprints on the sands of time." Mr. Pledger has lived in Atlanta, Georgia, for the past few years and his work as a statesman, politician and general leader is well known throughout the South. Indeed, his popularity as a race man is shown from the large number of staunch admirers who viewed his remains, there being thousands in attendance at the funeral services, held from Big Bethel A. M. E. church. His remains were carried in special car to Athens, Ga., being accompanied by a host of friends, and was interred in a family lot. But why should we attempt to eulogize this venerable sir? When we have said all, we fail to express his true worth to the race. But his deeds will live forever in the hearts of his people, for he was one of the immortal names that was not born to die. PUBLICATION NOTICE. Notice is hereby given to the above named defendant, Martha Vanderheyden, that she has been sued by plaintiff herein in an action for divorce and that she must answer the petition of the plaintiff herein filed on or before the 23rd day of February, 1904, or the allegations in said petition will be taken as true and judgement rendered against her in favor of the said plaintiff for an absolute divorce. D. E. VANDERHEYDEN, By his Attorney, A. M. Thomas. Attest: I. S. Curtis, Clerk. (Seal.) PUBLICATION NOTICE. In the District Court of Shawnee county, Kansas. William W. Roblyer, plaintiff, va. Grace Roblyer, defendant. No. 22585. Grace Roblyer is duly notified that you have been sued in the District Court in and for Shawnee county, Kansas, by William W. Roblyer for a divorce, and that you must answer the petition filed by him on or before the 23rd day of February, 1904, or the petition will be taken as true and judgment rendered according to the prayer of said petition against you for divorce and cost of the suit. JOSEPH REED, Attorney for Plaintiff. Attest: I. S. Curtis, Clerk. (Seal.) When in Need Job Printing See Us. Prominent Men of Shawnee County Who Ask Favors at the Hands of The Republican Party. READ..... The Plaindealer! And be wise. Keep Posted Always. STATE SENATORS. Hon. J. B. Betts, who has served the north district in the legislature for the past two years, now thinks he should be rewarded by being placed in the senate. He was a faithful worker in the house and did much toward securing the good legislation in his county. While he represented the minority side of the machine, he bucked it as well as anyone who was in the minority. He is sincere, honest and a conscientious Republican and can be relied upon to carry out his pledges for the people of Shawnee county and for the success of his party. Hon. John T. Chaney, who is now serving this county as state senator, wishes to announce to the Republican voters of Shawnee county that he is again a candidate for re-election to that position subject to the Republican primaries. He is an old staunch Republican, and demonstrated his ability as a worker in the senate; afterwards he was made chairman of the ways and means committee, which position he now holds. He knows the ins and outs of the senate; he knows how to take hold of things that he thinks will be to the interest of the people, and carry them to success. He served this county as chairman of the central committee and succeeded in increasing the majority which the Populists had almost wiped out. Mr. Chaney says his friends will stand by him to the last, which will insure his nomination and election. Hon, C. P. Bolmar wishes to announce to the Republicans that he is a candidate for state senator subject to the Republican primaries. He is a Pennsylvanian by birth, and came to Kansas in 1873. In his early boyhood days he did much to assist in liberating the fugitive slaves in their escape from Maryland to Canada, the home where he was reared being close to the Maryland line. He is a good, safe Republican and a conscientious business man, and can be relied upon and will always be found trying to carry out the wishes of his constituents. He has been an important character in business and politics since he first came to Kansas. He has always taken a stand for the right in all issues which were of vital importance to this state and nation. He is outspoken and ably defends his side of the proposition. He was clerk of the joint ways and means committee of the legislature from 1874 to 1884; was a member of the house in 1887, and was clerk of the ways and means committee in 1896. When a member of the house he succeeded in securing some bills which were of vital importance to this county. With his unlimited knowledge and information of the institutions and their workings in this state, his services were invaluable to the committee upon which he worked; as most members who were new in the business always sought him for information. He promises, if elected senator from this county to be as he has always been, plain and outspoken, under no obligations to no one. He will not be pledged to United States senator or doorkeeper, but will do what he thinks his constituents expect of him to do. Hon. F. W. Harrison who is now serving his first term as county commissioner, announces himself a candidate for the second term, subject to the Republican primaries. He is like most Republicans of our county and state—deserving of a second term for the faithful performance of duty. He has done much for the people of the county and has worked in perfect harmony with the other commissioners associated with him. He does not think that the people will hardly forget the duty they owe their servants when they obey them. Mr Harrison is a successful farmer and cattle grower and enjoys the distinction of being a lifelong Republican and a lover of human liberty. Hon. J. B. Simms who has served this county in the legislature, and is at present a member of the same, does not care for that position again, but announces himself as a candidate for county commissioner for the 3rd commission. district, subject to the Republican primaries. Mr. Simms is a son of Maj. Simms, president of the First National Bank, and one of the old timers who has lived in the mission township for the past thirty years. He is a successful farmer and stock raiser, and a good business man as well. He is quite a politician and wielded considerable influence in the last legislature, being a member of the Ways and Means committee and did much in behalf of the Topeka Industrial Institute. Hon. F. S. McCabe who is now occupying the position of Judge of the Court of Topeka, wishes to go a little higher, and therefore announces himself as a candidate for Judge of the District Court of Shawnee county to succeed the Hon. Z. T. Hazen. How well he filled the position he now holds is told by the people who placed him there for three terms. He has a host of friends and is well known in the county. He says he will be somewhere about the wire when the judge taps the bell. Hon. A. W. Dana who is one of brightest attorneys practicing law at the Shawnee bar, announces his candidacy for Judge of the District Court, subject to the Republican primaries. He claims his good republicanism and sterling qualities are an assurance, that he will win. This is a three cornered contest and Mr. Dana doesn't count on being No. 3, either. Hon. J. B. Larimer, whose ability is not a question in the legal world, announces himself a candidate for Judge of the District Court of this county, subject to the Republican primaries. He is a man well versed in law and has had several years' practice and experience. He is upright and honest and can be relied upon to balance the "Scales of Justice." Mr. Larimer is a Kentuckian by birth and came from true Republican stock. His family took sides with the Union soldiers. He is developing much strength and will be a strong tactor in the race. MEMBERS OF THE LEGISLATURE. Hon. Welza G. Fairchild one of our promising young lawyers, announces himself as candidate for the legislature to succeed Hon. Archie Williams, Jr., subject to the Republican primaries. Mr. Fairchild was Our Great Special—Complete WORTH FIVE DOLLARS. 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No plumping with grease. Ozono alone and unaided absolutely perfects the hair, making it as Nature intended it to be long, soft, straight and beautiful. Ozono prevents falling, breaking and splitting, brittle hair. CUT OUT THIS ADVERTISEMENT and mail same to us with an enclosedly upon receipt of same we will send to you (no matter what your location) one box of Ozono, worth 800 each, or $2,000. We will also send you one large box of Ozono, worth 800 each, or $2,000. Worth 800, acknowledged the greatest shampoo over formulated soap, absolutely pure and gentle, and the highest sign of all hair care. The price of Ozono is 600 a box. It takes four boxes to complete the treatment. No hot irons are used. No plumping with grease. Ozono alone and unaided absolutely perfects the hair, making it as Nature intended it to be long, soft, straight and beautiful. Ozono prevents falling, breaking and splitting, brittle hair. REMEMBER ALL OF THE ADVERTISEMENT PREPARATIONS WILL BE LIABLE TO YOU OF RECEIPT OF ONLY $1. This great offer made to produce Ozono good. You may buy by money over obtainable as any postoffice or express off. Write YOUR name and address plainly and address. BOSTON CHEMICAL CO. 310 E. BROAD ST. RICHMOND, VA. born in Poseyville, Posey county, Indiana, and moved to Overbrook, Kansas in 1889, where he lived until he came to Topeka to study law. He received his education in Overbrook high school, has always been noted for his studiousness and his early inclinations toward politics, which began at the age of thirteen years. Before coming to Topeka, he worked on the farm with his father during the summer months and attended school in the winter. He came to Topeka in 1898 and entered the law firm of Curtis, Safford and Williams, and after remaining there for one year, he entered the office of Clad Hamilton and remained with him until he was admitted to the bar. While studying under Clad Hamilton, he was employed in the law office of Geo. E. Stoker. After being admitted to the bar he was employed by W. F. Schoch to assist him in his law practice. Since that time he has been practicing for himself at 627 Kansas avenue. He was married Nov. 6, 1901 to Miss Edith Orner, daughter of Captain T. F. Orner, and now lives at 1215 Clay. He is a young, stalwart Republican, and has many friends in Topeka, hence will be a strong candidate. Mr. Fairchild promises if elected to serve the people to the best of his ability. He comes from the young crowd of Republicans, and is full of life and energy, and is one who can procure the proper appropriation for his county and state. Rock Wand System Hon. W.A.S. Bird, who announces himself as a candidate for a member of the legislature from the district comprising the second, third and fourth wards, is a man of considerable experience and ability. Mr. Bird has served the city of Topeka for a number of years and is well acquainted with its needs. He is a staunch Republican, and can always be found at the post of duty. He is a great secret order man, having membership in over twenty different secret organizations. He has lived in Kansas long enough to be known as an old landmark. Hon. Sam'l T. Howe, the leading member of the council, announces himself as a candidate for re-election from the Fifth ward, subject to the Republican primaries. Mr. Howe is a man of great ability, and wishes to serve his people another term, hoping he will be able to double his work. The people have implicit confidence in him, and will return him for a second term. Hon. W. E. Sterne, who has served Shawnee county as county commissioner, is doing much to relieve the burden of the taxpayers. He devotes much of his time to looking up the business of the county. Dr. O. A, Taylor, one of the leading physicians in Topeka, announces himself as a candidate for coroner, subject to the Republican primaries. He should receive the nomination without opposition, as we think the colored people should be represented on the county ticket. The doctor is a man who is pleasant toomeet. He believes in progressiveness. Tuesday, January 19 and February 2, the Rock Island System will sell round-trip tickets to points in New Mexico, Oklahoma, Indian Territory and Texas at one fare plus $2.00. Good to return any time within 21 days of date of sale. Stop-overs allowed on going trip at and west of Alta Vista, Kansas. If you are looking for a new location, either for farming or business purposes, take advantage of this low-rate opportunity and visit the New Southwest. It is growing faster and building on a firmer foundation than any other section of the United States. Tickets and information about through car arrangements on application to any Rock Island Ticket Agent or to Southwest Excursion Southwest Excursion ROUTE: Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe Ry. Don't let this chance get by. It will not come again this winter. Visit the Southwest and SEE FOR YOURSELF the much-talked-of progress and development of that section. We have some straightforward literature for the homeseeker and investor which we will gladly send, if you wish it. Tell us what section interests you. T. L. KING, TICKET AGENT, ATCHISON, TOPEKA AND SANTA FE RAILWAY, TOPEKA, KANSAS. QUINDARO, KANSAS. For the moral, intellectual, and industrial training of our youth. DEPARTMENTS—Theological, Classical, Normal, Preparatory, State Industrial, Musical COURSES—Theological, Classical, Normal, Preparatory, Carpentry and Architecture, Printing and Book Making, Dressmaking and plain Sewing, Tailoring, Business Course and Stenography, Farming Stock Raising, Truck Gardening, Cooking and Laundering. Piano, Organ, Voice Culture. ADVANTAGES—Good Buildings, Healthy Moral tone, a Faculty of Twelve College-bred and Industrially Trained Teachers. TERMS—$7.50 per month. School opens September 14th. For Illustrated Catalogue just out write to WILLIAM T VERNON, A. M., D. D. Quindaro, Kansas. President. nA ‘ "NEWS OF THE WEEK. Att'y L. F. Bradley of Kansas City, Kansas spent last Friday in the city. Att'y J. W. Bell of Leavenworth was in Topeka this week on legal business. “ ‘The Pleasant Hour literary socie ty will meet Saturday night, 429 Kansas avenue. Miss Marie Chiles returned last week from Chicago, where she has been for the past year. Watch tor the grand Leap Year entertainment to be given hy Prince Albert Court, No. 85. Mrs. Cordslia Harris returned to Chicago last Friday alter visiting her sister, Mrs. Merriwether. Mrs. Parthena jones, of Dover,, Okla,, arrived in the city last Sunday. Mrs. Jones is the mother of the ite iaat Tones Mrs. Thos. Metlampbell of Kan- sas City is visiting her cousin, Miss Dollie Russell, Twenty-third and Topeka avenues. Miss Lydia Baker last Saturday for Xenia, O. Miss Baker was called on account ot the serious illness of her sister, Mrs, Sumner. Col James Beck of Lawreace and J.G. Groves of Edwardsville spent Monday in the city in the interest of the Knights and Ladies of Protection, Frank Wilson, one of Topeka’s most popular young men, left Mon- day for St. Louis, where he will open arestaurant until alter the World's Fair. Mrs. Leey ‘Thurman, the great temperance lecturer and national cr- ganizer of the W. C.T. U,, will lee- ture at St. John’s A. M. E, church Jan. 19, at Sp.m. Admission f.ee. Mes! Atrestion: Step inat 115 W. Seventh and look at those left: over articles of clothing; you can Duy then: for from 75 cents for pants and $2.00 for suit, $1.50. coat and vest. Just what it cust to clean them. ‘Ask aboat them. Both ‘phones 872. Reynolds and Childers, Props. Benevolent society No. 5 was pre- sented a handsome plush chair on New Year's night by Messrs. Willitts ‘and Conwell, undertakers, of North Topeka. The lodge is very grateful to the gentlemen, and hopes some- time in the near future to have a hall of its own in which to place it. Rev. C. H. Duvall of Garden City preached at First African Baptist church last Sunday. Arrangements have been made to hold a ten days series of meetings, which Rev. Du- yall will conduct, beginning Sunday. Everyone 15 cordially invited to at- tend, ‘The Shangor club of the First Af tiean Baptist church met at the res- idence of Miss Eulah Ridley Menday afternoon. A very pleasant atter- noon was epent discussing questions. Refreshments weressrved, Theclub adjourned to meet at the residence of Miss Eudora McCielland, 310 E. First street, Jan’y 25. Shiloh Baptist church, Tweltth and Buchanan streets, C. G. Fishbacx, A.M., B. D., pastor: S. S. 10 a. m. preaching 11 a. m., subject, “The Manliness of Christ.” Special B.Y. P. U. program at 6:30 p. m. Preach- ingat 7:30 p.m., subject, “The cleane- ing Touch.” Come early and gel yonr seat. Specialinvitation to the visitors in out city, Mrs. Matt Greer gave avery pleas ant surprice party Saturday evening. January 2, in honor of ber husband’ fortieth birthday. A three-course unch was served to the following guests: Mr. and Mrs. Chas. McNa ry, Mr. and Mrs. W, Roberts, Mr Mrs. W Plumb, Mesdames J. River A. Haley, M. Haines, W. Eagleson G W. Burns, John Crons, Rober Norman, M. S. Sailes, S. Robert: Misses Graham, Lacy, Sadie Barker Messrs. Wm. Halm and Wm, Odell Miss Birdie Jenkins very pleasan ly entertained the ladies of the Gold en Rod club Friday afternoon fror four to six at her home, 1412 Quine ‘street, complimentary to Mrs. Sadi Slaughter-Spaulding of Chicago, th other guests being Mcsdames L. F Slaughter, Rosa Rice and Gertruc Harding. A dainty two-cours luncheon was served, and a pleasa ‘time was spent by all. The} ne meeting will be with Miss Mary, Jordan, Friday, Jan'y 15. k o ee oe Kansas Lincon Day Club. The Lincoln Day club's meetin, for Feb. 12 promises to far excel an} meeting of the colored people eve held in the West. ‘Things are rapidly shaping them selves for the great Linceln Day meeting to be held inthis city on the rath of Feb'y. Secretary J. B. Bas: and J. H. B. Taylor are about the busiest people in town at present ar ranging for the reception which the local organization will have for dis tinguished visitors and members ‘throughout the state. The program for the public meeting will be ready ‘and published in our next issue. The Rev. R C. Ransome, who has charge of the institutional church and social settlement work in Chica- go, Ills., will be the principal speaker. Rev. Ransome is one of the greatest orators of the race, and no one who comes to hear him will be disappointed Jackson's Military band will fur- nish the music as usual, and other meritorious numbers will make up the program. The banquet program will be ex: tensive; the menu will excel the one of one year ago, but the price will remain at $1.00 per plate. Among those who will respond to toasts wily be Rev. R. C. Ransome of Chicago; Hon. Nelson Crews of Kansas; Dr. M. 0. Ricketts of St. Joseph; Col. James -Beck of Lawrence; J. G Groves of Groves Centre and others, whose names we cannot publish at this time. Tickets for the banquet will be on sale January 23, or may be had by addressing the secretary J. B, Bass, 924 Spruce street, Topeka, Kansas. The growth and popularity which the Livcoln Day club nas met with is phenomenal, and bids fair to sur- pass the exercises given by the Kan- sas Day club. Such was the excellence and high- ly satisfactory mancer in which the exercises of the Lincoln Day club were held last year, that the Dai- ly Capital said neat morning that the Kansas Day club could well take pattern after them. Negroes from over Kansas should attend these exercises in large num-| bers. Everybody is welcome and’ should attend. The public exercises at representative hail gre absolutely free to everybody, and if you desire to attend the banquet, $1.00 per plate bn quan igs St. Simon’s Guild will entertain Friday, Jan’y 22, at Guy's hall, 429 Kansas ave. The principal feature will be a Mexican and Japanese booth, where the native dishes will beserved. Also a gypsy tent where the Senoritas can find out what the future has in store for them by hav- ing their palms read. All members and friends are invited to attend. As many as possible are requested to ress in foreign or ancient garb. May all nations be represented. A prize will be given to the one having the most unique costume. The members of Macedonian Tab- emacle No. 93, of which Mrs. Ida M. Jordan is Chief Preceptress, had the ambulance go out to 327 Woodlawn ave, and remove Mrs. Mariah Long to the residence of Birs, Semirah Cornell. These charitable women have taken care of “Aunt Mariah,” as she is commonly called, for the past seven months. We are glad t say for this organization that it doe all it promises; it having paid the il member $6 per month since June, besides giving her many other delic: acies for the sustenance of life. Mrs Long isa widow and has no relative in Kansas. Any of her white friend desiring to see her will be gladly re ceived at 922 Western avenue, Nortl ‘Topeka, where Mrs. Long is bein; cared for. The Cosmopolitan club will render aliterary program at 429 Kansas avenue Thursday evening, Jan'y 21 1904, to which the public generall) i cordially invited to attend. Thi will be the first public program giv en by this club, although it has at tempted anew departure. Jas, H. Guy, President. I. Starroxp, Sec’y. STAY WITH YOUR cRURCH, We understand that the followers of Rev. White, who was dismissed from the pulpit of the B street Bap- tist church last Tuesday evening, held eervices in Hanley'shall last Sunday. This is the wrong move Jeff Davis was a secessionist. We can’t afford to follow in the footsteps of such a man, Siand by the property you have put your money in. Don’t be led off by some stranger; better le him find greener fields than suffer yourselves. Stay with your church N.C. _, A.D. Hubbard 6f Omaba, Nebr is visiting, hie’ father-in-law, G. Bf Cannon, = yy + J* REAR 22 bat. dbus yds a dats ‘Leon Jordan of Kansas City spen! last Sanday in the city, ~~ +? £ hee Miss Stella Slaughter went to Kansas City last Saturday to spend 'a few days. Mrs. Clara Kirk of St. Louis pass- led through the city Friday. en route to Denver, Colo. ; ‘Thos. Murphy arrived in the city Wednesday from Ft. Worth, Texas. Mr. Murphy will resid> in this aaty. The Young Ladies’ Congress will meet Monday evening with Miss Co- ra Bennett. All members will kind- ly be present. Dr. F.G.Snelson of Kansas City, Kansas will be in Topeka next Fri- day to attend the Boys’ Declamation contest of the Topeka Industrial in- stitute. . The funeral of Julian Nolan, who died Tuesday, of pneumonia at the Santa Fe, hospital, will be held at 2 o'clock Friday afternoon from As- bury M. E. church, Robt. Washam and Miss Mattie Ashley of Emporia were married on Tuesday night at the home of the bride. Mr. and Mrs, Washam are at home to their friends at 902 Clay. The ladies sewing circle of St. John's A, M. E. church will meet Wednesday, Jan’y zowith Mrs. Mary Pace, 716 Filmore, Lunch will be served until nine o'clock, All are juvited to attend. ‘The Stewardessess of St. John A. M. E, church entertained Thursday evening at the home of Mrs. T. Byrd, 1041 Woodward avenue. Mrs. Byrd was assisted by Meedames Phebe At- kinson and Anna Farris Dr. Snelson is having a delightful welcome throughout the Kansas City, Mo. district. Everywhere his district. meetings are crowded. Many have been added to the churches. His lectures on “Native African Mysteries, Customs, Langu- ages, Laws and Ancient Institutions” have been delightful, and he is kept busy every night. Dr. Snelson visits all the public schools in his district and is warmly greeted by the teach- ers and pupils. ACARD OF THANKS. To the many frends, the Masons and Knights Templar. who so kindly assisted me during the sickness and death of my husband, i wish to ex- tend my sincere thanks. Mrs.-M, D. Joes. NOTICE. Ata meeting of the directors of the Topeka and Indian Territory Land, Coal and Development Co., on Thursday evening of last week, at their office, at 112 E. 7th street, D. B. Robins, of Yale, Kas,, was alected as a director of the above board to succeed W. H. Gleaves, formerly of Okmulgee, who was dis- missed. Nick Cutres, Pres. J. E. Porter, Act. Sec. The Emery family of Ohio have within the last twelve months, given the money for the erection of a large brick dormitory for boys at the Tus- kegee Institute, and within the las few days have informed the trustee: that they have decided to erect a zec ond dormitory for the Tuskegee in stitute, —_ CHRISTIAN CHURCH Mrs. G. Thompson entertained the Sewing circle last Friday afternoon. he ladies will serve one of theiz famous luncheons next Wednesda} evening, Jan’y 20, at the residence ot Mrs. W. McClain, 1207 Liacolt street, We will celebrate our second an niversary on the afternoon of tht fourth Sunday in this month. Rev ‘Taylor of St. John’s A. M. E. churel will preach for us. Good singing wil be furnished. John Glenn, the popular city jaile of Leavenworth. is to be commendes for the way he conducts the affairs 0 the city bastile. He never abuse the unfortunates, but does what h can to see that fair treatment is giver to all. Vitae-Ore ord) One of the greatest remedies in h &l existence, 7 you} It curea: Rheumatism, Bright's ie Disease, La Grippe, Blood,Poisoning fier {Sores and Uleers, Catarrh of any ch,| Part, Female Complaints, Stomache :. |and Bowel Disorders, and General spr, | Debility. M.| MRS. M. CHILES, State Agt. she 316 effet Sty Topeki. Newt S227 ssatadsfeu . e THE GREATEST HAIR DRESSING : NELSON’S ° e = otraightine ia pri y a ie , Makes +f. Ki a inky, Curl Ra, BS Kinky, Curly SEA : : Wy Hair Straight Nia Ve —— ear || Pp Y It is not only the BEST DRESSING NO a made for the Hair, but ay AN es il THE MOST. WONDERFUL UY, NY - Se HAIR GROWER Isuntixe any of the other Hair preparations ou the Lemire abi a SRN aR er shea gidtysteretoe sey mntine Heeret ipeay ates aaa sad oie narra ese coger ee agate te fouttingandatator ig reine andi any ater ogtor ioe ane vary ai etre ompeg os eau esteg 2 oe im SUILSNS STHAMIITINE Ye cid by. drugelata and ageate everywhere. PRICE 25 GE Ae tgeucannstet Li Longpane Maren sgt cecamiaey ae foes moeeh es eeatment) Oy mail, securely wrapped, togethef with ont great Ry we Ees NELSON M'FO C0, Richmond, Vac 2 is 4 OF m of: ” £ Me Batty i 7 QTR a pak ly 29k GI ES ge aah sco ap ea INDUSTRIAL INSTITUTE | | The Boys’ Declamation contest fo the “Bailie Wagner gold medal” t be given by the cadets of the insti tute, next Friday eventfig at the C M. E. church has awaken deep inter est on the part of the colored citizen and no doubt will bring out a gres crowd. The contestants are George Melvin Jordon, representing Lani school, N. Topeka; Amos Booker Asbury M. E. Sunday school; Sam’ ‘Cary, Presbyterian Sunday school, Willis Jenkins, First African Baptis Sunday school; Joshua Rice, C. M. E. Sunday school; George Lee, To- peka Industrial institute; and Albert Conley, Shiloh BaptistSnnday school. Visitors at the institute this week were Mrs. A. R. Eagleson of Denver, Miss Susie Eagleson, Cora Bennett, Minnie Page and Evalyn Hickman of Topeka. A vocal quintette of the Cadets and a paper on “Miktary Training” by Lieutenant Fred McNeal have been added to the program for the contest, “The Essentials of Success” was the subject of last Sunday night's talk to the students by Prof, M. W. Freeman. Mrs. F. E. H. Wasson’s students in music and “Elocution, its advan- tages,” by Mrs. F. E. Moten, in- structor, will also add flavor to the program for the contest Friday even- ing. | The Western Tuskegee at Topeka is not orly teaching the western boys and girls the trades, but also to be- come good citizens, taxpayers, home- makers—christian men and women. Guthrie, O. T., Jan, 9.--Mad- am Wade of this place, contem- plates entering amateur photog- raphy and pencil work in a New York prize contest, Feb. 1. Lithograph Picture of Booker T, ‘Washington, 22x28 inches, sent to any- ‘one on recelpt of 25 cents. Persons wishing to act as selling agents, send price for picture and terms—T. T, Attwell, General Sales Agent, Tuske- gee, Alabama. (P. 0, money or express order.) When in Salina, call on the MAN FROM IOWA at the Salina €lub Room LUNCH AND GROCERIES THOS, SMITH, 501 N. Tiurd St orice mouse: to 10 a.m. roe v. A. TAYLOR, M. D. Puysio1an anp Surezon Calls anewored day and wighs Dr. J. E.Porter, Physician and Surgeon. toto 12 a.m, Office Hours} 3 to 5 p.m. 7to8p.m. Ind. Phone 959. 406 Kas. Ave. _——— Patronize the... AMERICAN Steam Caundry i and get the vest. seg W. Sevents 81. Puonr 54). 5 a Menth in Advance iui BE Schepens Dept.’ Re as ‘Harvesters. lt cuts and CORN throws it to pile, One man and one horse cuts equal to a corm binder. Price $12, Circulars free. New Process Mfg. Ce., Xincole, Kausas, —_———____. WAITERS 1 a Uedguar en! PORTERS’ CHAS. PHELPS’ Barber Shop is where you meet them, The leading barber _ shop in the city........... | 916-916 Brancis St, - ST. JOSEPH, xo. When in St. Joe, stop at WALKER’S ----PLACE, 209-211 S. 2d St., ONE OF THE SWELLEST IX THE WEST ——————— Shampooing and Face Massage. MRS. HATTIE E. VAN VLECK, Hair Dresser and Manufacturer......... Hair to Matcu Aut ComPpLexions. Doll Wigs—New Pompadours, Pompadour Combs, and other Toilet Combs, Switches and Hair Jewelryersssesssseeeee 220 E.sthSt, TOPEKA, KANS When in Kansas City stop at Mrs. V L, Norru’s Gla Occidental Motel and 6a1e Neatly Furnished Rooma Phone 2812 Walrut 2 Rings | 1001-1005 E. 18th Strcet Kanses Chy, = Missouri TtO10 A.M. . OFFICE nours| 12M, tod YM Both Phoses a La toto Be Me 7M. JAMISON, M.D. PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON Exammning Phynican of the Keights and Ladies ef Provecton- 4 frome ued riste deseies, OMeeand Rendese —aDIWN_StmREEY WILEY JONES, W. D. cox Proprietors. The Jones Hier suskogee Todian Tersttory. First-class acommodations— Seventy-five rooms—-Newiy opened, Europe sn plan, BHU, B. JACKSON, M. 1 Puysician AND Sougexror tice 404 Kinases ave. TEL, 918 IND, TOPEKA, KANSAS THE LATEST CRAZE Something New GOO GOO, The Winkling Eye. The Goo Goo Winkling eye is the latest made to wear on your coat or yest. A wonderful holiday novelty, Don’t tail to order oneat once, Will send by mail on receipt of 25 cents. W. M. Jones, Mig Advertiser. P.O. Box 54, Eureka Springs, Ark. pamer( Sen <= MR tem - Eureka Drug Store. | 7 CARL W. SHAFFER, Phar. A Complete line of Drugs, Toilet Articles, Stafionery, Cigars,- Bic. PRESCRIPTIONS A SPECIALTY. 2 ga2 Frederick .Avenue. St. Joseph, Missouri. ee Is ; A Fred M. Stoneatreet. G.W. Hamilton 3 Stonestreet & Hamilton, _ | Successors to J. M. Knight. : Undertakers and Funeral Directors. a B sy . et Ra LAS + Wecarry one of the finest lines of Undertaking goods in Topeka. Join our “Burial Association.” [t onty costs ten_ cents per monrh. 7 Corner 7th and Quincy Sts, Topeka, Kansas. é 2 Ez Knights and Ladies . Es ER a& a of Protection Ke Va a SAY “a A NAT ONAL FRATERNAL INSURANCES han ag, ij SOCIETY Ml ghee aoe : Nees Issues policies for the sums of $250, a Ms $500, $1,000, also $75, 8100, 8150 and $200 Q Tare eS for children over 6 years of age. This is the only colored Fraternal Insurance society in the U.S. Our society is similar in character and management to the KNIGHTS AND LADIES{OF SECURITY, A. 0. U. W., and MODERN \WOODMEN. No intelligent Negro should be without INSURANCE. The protection of our famijies warrants no delay in the matier of insurance. Good agents wanted. For further information write P.C. THOMAS, Natl Sec.t Headquarters: 117 West Fifth street, Topcka, Kansas. . 7 int issouri le SOURI M ‘ n Dy fen Pacific | Hi Se Route THE GREAT ees . SOUTHWEST SYSTEM, Traveling the States of Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska } Lolorado,Cansas, and the Indian Territory. Five (5) Daily Passenger Trains are run on thisline n each direction, between Kansas City and St. Louis The Famous Hot Springs Of Arkansas | Are reached ONLY by this INE === The Gapitol Pharmacy, Yrs. P. S. Yan. Johnson, as Pharmacist, We are now giving special attention to Prescription trade. DR. J. E. PORTER, Sole Prop. Independent Phone No 939. 929 Kansas Avenwo ate ee Topeka Industrial and Educational Institute, 6 ” ‘THE WESTERN TUSKEGEE: Five teschers from that famous institution. The ONLY NON-SECTARIAN school for the Negroes of the West. A school of Christian Culture. . DEPARTMENTS.- Normal, Normal Preparatory, Agricultural, Industrial, Busi- ‘eas, Music and Milrtary Science. . TRADES TAUGHT. Carpentry, Painting, Printing, Book-binding, Tailoring, Sew- ing, Dress-making, Laundryiog, Basketry, Domestic Science, Ag- riculture 1 its varied phases, Stenography,Type-writing,Architec- tual and Mechanical Drawing. ADVANTAGES. Expenses reagonable. Self help efcouraged. Very careful ® attention given home training of young women. Rigid discipline > maintained. Form of 105 acres. Locatiun and sanitation the % very best. Endorsed by ministers ot every denomination. The Fall Term begins Tuesday Oct. 13. Try to be present, $ the opening day. For further information address ; x > - WM. R.. CARTER, President. ~ Topeka, Kansas. * oC See teeta 888s 4 od ves eee oe POOR O OI eR Oe ‘miees. bt, ke S85. Viki Monday, January 4, found every member of the faculty, the old students, and a number of new ones, on hand eager and ready for business. In the English department, as scheduled before the Christmas vacation, an examination was given in mediaeval history, this was well attended, and with excellent results; and in all the departments from the model school up everything was found to be in excellent working order. The Jefferson City Tribune, the leading city paper, a few days since contained the following item: "President Allen attended the Colored Teachers' Association in St. Joseph, Mo., and reports a pleasant and profitable stay. All concede that his address, 'The Spirit of Modern Education' was the feature of the week there. Never before in the history of Lincoln Institute was there such a general feeling of friendship and good will for her on the part of the people in general, and the teachers in particular in the State of Missouri. "It is wonderful to see how President Allen has won the confidence and respect of the people of the State and has built up such a healthful sentiment in favor of his school. All the teachers and students without exception speak in highest terms of the school. The fame of Lincoln Institute, as an educational centre, is extending to the isles of the seas, and within the last few days President Allen has received requests for catalogues from several young men in the British West Indies who wish to avail themselves of the many opportunities afforded in this great western school. President Allen always on the alert, always putting forth renewed effort to increase the educational value of the scool, etc., has asked for the erection of suitable buildings for the use of the domestic science department and for a hospital or nurse training course. "The site of the Institute, the drain age, etc. are so exceptionally favorable that illness among students is the exception, none the less, however, the Presideut is exceedingly anxious to give our young people the opportunity to learn as many industries and business enterprises for making an honorable livelihood as possible, and we are sure the patrons and the well wishers of the school will ably second his noble efforts along those and other lines for the development of the school." ATCHISON. The old people's concert of the Shiloh Baptist Church, Tuesday evening, was a great success. Mr. Eugene Talbert and wife make a very young couple. One of our girls who is engaged to be married, is now afraid to leave her mother. She says she is afraid it won't be as nice as she imagines. No child, the novelty, will wear off and then what? If you are not then well fairly mated, "there will be a hot time in the old town." Miss Rosa Walker, of Blue Rapids, Kan., is visiting her sisters, Misses Maggie and Lulu and Mrs. Mary Cook. Rev. Meadows, of Kansas City, Kan., and Rev. Barnett, of Hutchins, Kan., are assistsng Rev. A. C. Terril to conduct a series of meetings at the A. M. E. Church. Mrs. Wm. Brown, mother of Mrs. Belle Murray, departed this life, Friday morning. All of the children, eight in number, arrived in time for the funeral. They have our deepest sympathy, for the loss of a mother tonches the heart deeply. Mrs. Maggie Harper, Mr. and Mrs. Wilson Covington spend Christmas in Omaha with their mother, where a family reunion took place. It is surprising how many colored people are yet in the clutches of alvery in believing in tricks and conjuration, and the conjuring fakes are still stealing money from them. Rev. J. W. Wilson and family have moved back to their home in this city. Mr. Wm. Logan, J. Peoples, Frank Tilman, Mrs. J. Smart, Emily Taylor, Jennie Beaty, P. Greenfield, Cintha Johnson, S. Dale, Rev. McReynolds, Clide Mills, Geo. Canady, Elnora Eligan, Eliza Rockwell, Mary Fisher, Hallie Fisher and Effie Boyd are on the sick list. The Petrolium Club entertainment, Christmas, was a brilliant success. MINDEN MO Supt. R. D. Anderson has returned from a trip to the South and East, his wife and her brother, Clarence Keith of Chattanooga, Tenn., accompanying him on his return. The tip house is started, but owing to the cold weather it is not finished. We are shipping coal every day. Robert Dewberry is doing fine at weighing coal and keeping Supt. Anderson has gone on a trip to Joplin on business. The coal company is going to put in screens at once. They also have figures on a boiler and machinery for the mines. Supt. Anderson is preparing to open up a drift next week. WESTON, MO, NOTES. Mrs. Amanda Ellis, wife of Mr. George Ellis, and mother of the late Geo. W. Ellis, secretary to the Minister to Liberia, departed this life Tuesday night, Jan. 4th. She was a bright light in Court No. 93, a most prominent member and beloved by all. She leaves a husband, daughter and son to mourn her demise. The funeral took place from the A. M. E. church, of which she was a devout member and an untiring worker. The family has the sympathy of all Weston. Weston has just experienced one of the happiest festivities of Christmas ever known in the history of this place and, taking all in all, it is one long to be remembered by the citizens. The Masonic lodge gave a banquet on the 28th ult., which was a grand success. Grand Junior Warder S. W. Vaughn delivered an excellent address. Weston people are lovers of The Topeka Plaindealer and bid it a grand success. ST. JOSEPH, MO. Miss Ella Shadrick who escaped from the insane asylum last week, has not been heard of since. Her friends are much worried over her disappearance. Rev. Caldwell of the A. M. E. church will preach for Rev. Dixon at his rally Sunday afternoon and Mrs. Dixon will render a vocal solo during the service, as will also Mrs. Joe Smothers. Rev. Dixon's congregation is now located in the new church at 19th and Angelique. Subscriptions to the amount of $77.50 have been collected. The Mothers and Women's union resumed its regular weekly meetings last Thursday. The dramatic club met with Mr. and Mrs. Joe Smothers last Monday evening. OTTAWA NOTES. The Old Folks' club met at Mrs. R. White's last Monday evening, opened by song and prayer. Several visitors were present. Refreshments of cake and ice cream were served. The next meeting will be with Mrs. A. Wilson. The Willing Workers club paid out $40 of the church indebtedness. A protracted meeting has been started by the new pastor, Rev. Taylor. Miss Martha Claybonre is on sick list, but is improving. C. P.'s ADDRESSES Misses Mary and Minta Smith who spent the holidays with their parents, returned to Emporia Sunday morning to resume their studies at the State Normal. The old year out, with greetings to the New Year, was greatly enjoyed by all present at the home of Mrs. J. H. McLean. The early part of the evening was spent in social conversation, vocal and instrumental music, after which a-dainty luncheon was served by the hostess, assisted by little Naomi Madison and Master Leo Jones, consisting of various kinds of cake, wine and fruits. Then came the "after-dinner" speeches. Among the selections rendered were "The Perfect Man" by Wiley Smith; "Saying and Doing the Things Best Suited to Time and Place" by Rev. Johnson; "The Worth of a Good Name" by Miss Nellie Williams of Sedan; "New Years Greetings" by Mrs. M. R. Madison. Solo by J. Towns. Miss Minta Smith played a lovely selection as the guests were wishing each other a Happy New Year and taking their departure. ST. JOSEPH, MO. The visiting teachers and their friends were entertained by their St. Joe teachers and friends last week, with Prof. Bruce as leader. Great praise is given Prof. N. C. Bruce. Mrs. Helms of St. Louis, spent her stay, while in the city as Dr. and Mrs. J. R. A. Crossland's guest. Miss Hallie Q. Brown gave a recital at the A. M. E. church last Friday night which was well attended in spite of the inclement weather. She also lectured to the B Y. P. U. of the Baptist church. Miss Ophelia Watts of Kansas City was in the city visiting Miss B. Morris. The Dalsort is preparing to give a drama. This is a club of the best talent in the city. Miss Moore of Trenton, was in attendance at the Teachers' State convention. Johnson Smothers was in the city last week—Miss Wheatley had pleasant smiles. Rev. Caldwell is well pleased with the Ladies' Auxiliary of the church. Miss Ida Washington of Kansas City was in the city last week. Mrs. Paul Owens of De:Moines visited Mrs. Trent last week. Mrs. T. J. McAllister is visiting relatives in Springfield, Mo. Given by the Triangle Club. The elite of St. Joseph society was present at the grand holiday reception at the K. of P. hall on Wednesday, the 30th ult., in honor of the visitors. Any one looking in would have been astonished at the handsome appearance of the members and the guests. The company was St., Leavenworth, Kan. 20. Mrs. Amanda Lott, 424 Maple St., Leavenworth, Kan. 22. Mrs. Ida B. Willis, 1036 Iowa Ave., Butte, Mont. 23. Mrs. Phannie Cornal, Box 384, Alliance, Neb. 34. Mrs. Lee Anderson, 724 St. Francis St., Wichita, Kan. 25. Mrs. Gracy Davis, 115 North Twenty-fifth St., South Omaha, Neb. 27. Mrs. Susie Green, Box 460, Atchison, Kan. 28. Mrs. P. B. Gooding, Box 338, Welr City, Kan. The club is composed of the best St. Joe affords. George M. Allen, president, and J. Jackson, secretary. EMPORIA. Rev. J. P. Howard, now the pastor of Mt. Olive A. M. E. church, began a series of meetings New Years night and much interest is being manifested. Rev. J. M. Mitchell of Lawrence spent a few days last week with Elder P. H. Moss. Elder McClain was called to Kansas City to attend the funeral of his mother. Mrs. L. L. Duncan and family left for their home in Colorado Springs, Colo. Measles is an unwelcome visitor in many homes in the city. Mrs. R. Bell of Dunlap, was a visitor in the city one night last week, guest of her nephew, Roland Bewer. She was en route to Tonganoxie to visit her sick sister. Wlehita. Mrs. Harriett Lewis of Nashville, Tenn., is in the city and will reside here in the future with her sister, Mrs. M. Parks. G. L. Scott who has been visiting relatives in Camden, Ark., has returned. J. W. Kimberly who has been indisposed for several days, is convalescent. The Second and New Hope Baptist churches are engaged in revival meetings. The G. L. A. club met Monday afternoon with Mrs. A. T. Glover. James Turner left last Friday for Newton. Mrs. M. Barton returned to her home at Millerton Wednesday. Quarterly meeting services were held at the A. M. E. church last Sunday. Mr. B. Pemberton entertained Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Glover, Chas. Gordon, Miss M. Yochum, J. W. Kimberly and Mr. and Mrs. A. T. Glover Tuesday evening. Mrs. I. J. Porter who has been visiting in Kansas City for several weeks, has returned home. Wichita. If You Want a Valuable book on the History of Education from the Greeks to the present time by John H. Jackson, ex-president of the Kentucky Normal and Industrial Institute and the Lincoln Institute, of Jefferson City, Mo. Address JNO. H. JACKSON, Author. 720 E. Cimarron St., Colorade Springs, Colo. 4. Sir Geo. C. Tucker, 904 South Twenty-seventh St., Omaha, Neb. 5. Sir E. H. Walker, 133 Van Buren St., Topeka, Kan. 8. Sir R. M. Bingham, 1727 East Oak St., Ft. Scott, Kan. 10. Sir John H. McKinnis, 217 Sher- 429 KANSAS AVENUE. Miss Bessie Rogers of Nowata, M. T., spent the holidays with her parents. Mrs. Geo. Powers and Misses Gertrude and Bertha Crutchfield spent the holidays at Osawatomie. Mr. and Mrs. J. B. Martin enjoyed the holidays with their children at home: William and Frank Martin, of Kansas City; Miss Viola, who has been attending K. S. A. college at Manhattan; Miss Allie, who is teaching in Western University at Macon, Mo., and Miss Josephine, who is employed in the State Institute at Osawatomie. Miss Eugenia DePriest of Salina, spent the holidays here as guest of Misses Viola and Allie Martin. Mrs. Allen of Kansas City was the guest of her brother, Samuel Rogers. Mrs. Tena Shepard of Iola, spent the holidays with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jefferson. YALE, KANSAS, NOTES. Sunday was red letter day in the history of the A.M.E.church at this place. It was the second quarterly meeting and Rev. J.R. Ransom, the preacher of the West, was present, preaching two soul-stirring sermons to large and appreciative congregations. He will forever live in the hearts of the people of Yale. Under the leadership of the pastor, Rev. R. F. Green, and his most estimable wife, this church is coming to the front, having raised this quarter, for all purposes, $165. COLUMBUS, KAN. Rev. Chas. Marzett, pastor of Mt. Zion Baptist church, left for a few days stay in the Territory. Mrs. Zara Wilson was here last week from Muskogee, I. T. Presiding Elder Ransom conducted quarterly meeting at the A. M. E. church last Sunday. WE WISH THERE WERE OTHERS. Rogers, Kan., Jan. 9.—Editor PLAINDEALER: Find enclosed $5 for the paper, a part of which is to pay what is due on back subscription and the balance to pay for its continuance to my address; and allow me to say that if ever there was a paper that should be taken by the Negroes (and pay for it after taking it) it is The PLAINDEALER, for we have no excuse in not getting our demands, of whatever nature they may be, before the public, as long as this great paper lives. Yours truly J. 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