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TOPEKA PLAINDEALER. historical Society State House VOLUME VII. IN HONOR OF BISHOP TURNER! The Methodists Celebrate His Twenty-fifth Ordination to the Episeopacy. By an act of the late general conference of 1904 and in accordance with the express goodwill of the entire African Methodist Episcopal connection throughout the world, a host of the leading ministers of the A. M. E. church from every section of the United States participated in a grand celebration of the Silver Jubilee of the election and consecration of Henry McNeal Turner, now the Senior Bishop and Primate of the Bench. This most notable event was celebrated in St. Paul A. M. E. church, St. Louis, Mo., where just twenty-five years ago this modern Henry of Navarre received the laying on of holy hands. Though 72 years of age, the hero of this occasion was hale, hearty and perfectly active physically, and in mental poise, eloquent flights and brilliant utterances, the real central sun amid an exceptional array of brilliant satellites. None were more joyful over the accomplishments of the church and race in the past; none were more hopeful for the achievements of the future. The special addresses of the program speakers were all of a high order, but none of them were so rich in thought and eloquent in utterance but that they could have been duplicated by at least an hundred other men in the A. M. E. church. Scholarship is no longer rare, nor is achievement circumscribed to a few. But it was indeed an honor to be there—to see Bishop Turner lionized as the express image of the manhood rights of Bishop Allen; as the real successor in missionary energy of Bishop Quinn; as the living representative and greater apostle of Christian education than Bishop Payne; the glory of colored Americans and the pride of the myeterious regions of native Africans. It was indeed an inspiration to have Bishop W. G. Gaines, the Caesar of the Bench, preside, notwithstanding his recognized diametrical polarity to the hero of the hour, and hear him invoke the benign benedictions of Our Heavenly Father upon our hero in common. Bishop Gaines is an unique character—he can do some great things as his matchless presence here shows. It was indeed a blessing to meet 'our Ben," Bishop B. W. Arnett, so lovable and tender, and entertaining, a walking encyclopedia, that never fails you, who told the vast congregation or the rise and progress of the living bishops of the church and by its recital lifted us all to the spirit in which we could say from the depths of our souls: "Thank God for such heroic and grandly good men as our bishops, both dead and living." It was indeed an honor to stand in the erudite presence of Bishop Lee, that noblest example of the possibilities of the poorest amongst us, now the very embodiment of learning, culture, achievement and inspiration to a struggling minfstry. Possibly none amongst us are stronger in heart-throbs and in the finer arts of humanitarianism than is Bishop B. F. Lee. His presence alone could have made the event notable. But the auspicious occasion was already a guaranteed success with that master business mind and "soul-leader of the multitudes," acting as chairman of the Silver celebration in the person of Bishop Abraham Grant, the prelate who never fails to carry to successful finality whatever is committed to his supervision—"thewatching genius of the treasury," the apostle of economy in high TOPEKA, KANSAS, FRIDAY MORNING, JUNE 2, 1905. places and the friend of the ministers everywhere. These five bishops united in persons with scores of ministers and laymen from every quarter of our great church in paying tribute to the rare event that called us together. All our general officers acquitted themselves grandly! But, Oh! Professor Kealing: His paper was something to be found nowhere else in the realms of literature. "We know what master laid our Kealing." Then, too, there was President Flipper of Morris Brown college—to be one of the new bishops of 1908; Dr. J. M. Conners of Arkansas, with other peides of pastoral glory—with Dr. Carey of Chicago, Dr. Fountain of Atlanta, Ga., Potter of Mississippi. Dr Graves of De Moines, Ia., together with Dr. J. Frank McDonald of Kansas City, Dr. James Dean of Florida, Dr. Tillman of Colorado Springs, Dr. Calliman of Penn., Dr. John Turner of Kentucky, with Presiding Elders E. W. Lee, D. D., J.A. Lindsay, D. D., John Hartman, D. D., R. H. Singleton, D. D., of Ga., J. R. Ransome of Kansas, A. M. Ward, D. D. of Kansas City. Kansas, Rev. J. H. Allen, Independence, Mo., Milton Collins, P. E. K, C. district, P. J. Bryant, P. E. Mo., J. W. Sexton, P E., R. L. Beals P E., R. French Hurley, D. D., who gave a graphic description of Bishop Turner as chaplain in Civil war. Dr C. C. Carzill, of Bethel church, Atlanta, Ga., F. R. Sims, D. D, St. Phillips church, Savannah, Ga., Elder Sherman and wife, Waycross, Ga., Elder Lincoln of Penn., Dr. Giles of Quincy, Ill. and scores of others. Among the many precious gifts presented Bishop Turner were: Large silver loving cup, said to be worth one hundred dollars, by the general officers; anniversary clock, to be wound once a year, by Bethel church, Chicago, Dr. Carey, pastor; silver purse, containing $35, by Georgia Regulars, who will also pay for the printing of the anniversary addresses in book form; large silver pitcher, by Vicksburg, Miss. church, Dr. A. W. Porter, pastor; two handsome silver cups, by Rev. J. W. Lampton of Mississippi; handsome silver fruit stand, Dr. Porter; suit of clothes, Miss Lemon's Missionary society, Atlanta, Ga.; silver loving cup by Mrs. Sherman's Missionary society of Georgia conference; electric searchlight, general officers elected in 1880 when Dr. Turner was made bishop: Sierra Leone $5 gold piece by Dr. B. F. Watson, sec'y church extension; Cash, $8 by Jonesboro P. E. district, Arkansas; cash, $85, Bishop J. W. Hood, with an appreciative telegram, declaring Bishop Turner the greatest living Negro Cash, $10, Bethel church, New York City, Dr. T. W. Henderson, pastor; cash, $50, on silver plate, Bishop A. Grant's Fifth Episcopal district; cash, $20, Bishop Lee's Arkansas conference, cash, $5, Ocala P. E., Dr. Dean, Florida; cash $25, Bishop Tanner's Florida conference. Many sections sent special donations to defray the general expenses of the celebration. Bishop Gaines brought $25 from the Baltimore conference and $25 from the Virginia conference, and Bishop Grant reported over $100 from the ministers of the Fifth Episcopal district. Every pastor in California contributed. Bishop Turner's anniversary address, subject, "Our Deceased Bishop," was particularly historic. In closing the senior bishop pronounced the advent of a new dispensation in the A. M. E. church—"the dispensation of merit." No man of fair talents, good character, and consecration to the church need despair of success. Long live Bishop Turner, the pioneer, the soul-gatherer, the expansionist, education advocate, race leader, African emigrationist, race energizer, supreme court anathemist and herald of dispensation of merit—the pride of his race. FLOYD GRANT SNELSON. Springfield, Mo. THE EQUAL RIGHTS LEAGUE DENOUNCE GOVERNOR HOCH! In the Face of Bitter Opposition Scathing Resolutions are Passed Condemning the Governor's Unfaithfulness to the Negro-His Agents Try Hard to Defeat the Resolution and Fail. The Equal Rights League met at Shiloh Baptist church Decoration Day and over one hundred and fifty delegates responded to the call issued by Dr. W. H. Hudson, pres., of Atchison, and Rev.E. Arlington Wilson, see., Kansas City. The meeting accomplished some important business that was far-reaching and important to the race. Dr. Hudson and Rev. Wilson have the interests of the race at heart and are true and tried friends of the cause. The colored people need not have the least hesitancy in trusting their destiny in the hands of these gentlemen, as they are bound to stand up for the rights and equality of all citizens, irrespective of race or color, for equal protection of the law. Below are the strong resolutions adopted by the league, which speak for themselves and we agree with that portion of the resolutions which denounce Gov. Hoch for breaking faith and not keeping his word with the committee on the school proposition and especially after his promise not to countenance any bill designed as a black law. Be it resolved by the Equal Rights League now in session at the Shiloh Baptist church in the city of Topeka this 30th day of May, 1905, that we re-affirm our belief in the equal rights of all American citizens. 2. We are opposed to any laws being placed upon the statute books that leads to the degrading of any people on account of a condition for which they are not responsible 3. That black-laws are not offered for the elevation of the Negro race, but to make them feel that they are inferior to other races. We implore all men irrespective of race who believe in fair play and equal protection to join with us and assist in obstructing further black laws being placed upon the statutes and to wipe out those that are now disgracing the fair name of Kansas. 4. That we condemn Gov. E.W. Hoch, the chief executive of Kansas for breaking faith with this League, and not keeping the promise made to a committee appointed by this body, and to whom he promised that he would do all in his power to prevent the passing of any law appl ing to any particular race—especially the colored people. He failed to keep his promise a second time and signed a measure which is causing untold trouble and discontnut between the Tonganoxie's Prosperity. We are glad to have had the pleasure of making our first visit to Tonganoxie, Kansas, and to have met a few of the most enterprising colored people. Tonganoxie is a presperous little town and is growing rapidly. We are much indebted to our correspondent, Mrs. Ollie Jones, and her father, Mr. R. James, who are doing much to circulate our paper in that community and they are of one of the most highly respected and industrious families of the city and are esteemed citizens. We visited in the country among some of the prosperous farmers, our first stop being with Mr. Henry Carter, who owns a fine 40-acre farm, stocked with cattle, hegs and horses, with a good field of wheat. Mr. and Mrs. Carter are as industrious and happy as one would wish to find—man, wife and eleven children, a happy family. They are as young and as healthy as nature can races in Kansas City, Kas. We condemn him in the severest terms and ask those who love fair play to forever oppose such men as him for public officials. 5. That we sympathize with the colored people of Kansas City, Bouner Springs and Coffeyville in their present deplorable condition for the education of their children, and that we pledge ourselves to assist them in raising the necessary funds to carry these cases to the highest courts of the land. 6. That we insist that all Negro voters see to it that they have representation on all delegations to the various conventions in 1906, and see that good, true men are on the delegation. The administration crowd offered an amendment to the resolution which was to strike out Hoch and insert Republican party. Bro. Corvine Patterson, an old stalwart of Wyandotte county made this motion. Who believes he intended to do his mother party an injury? No one, and Togo's whole fleet couldn't have changed him. Rev. Mopin was a warm second in this fight. If these men intended to assist in rebuking Hoch and his crown, why didn't they support the amendment to include Hoch and those who favor black-laws? They even fooled our friend, D.W. White, who was denouncing Hoch in the strongest terms, and several other anti-administration men fell in with the trick motion. The antis rallied at the evening session and had the resolution reconsidered, and carried it by storm, leaving the administration crowd wrangling. Much credit is due President Hudson and Secretary Wilson for the fair and impartial way they conducted the meeting. The administration forces headed by I. F. Bradley of Kansas City, Attorney J. G. Toole, Wm. Boom, Rev. Moppins, W.W. Fisher, D.F. Tipton, Corvine Patterson and P. E. Tipton, did not succeed in saving the Governor from this bitter arraignment, their efforts going down in a crushing and overwhelming defeat. They wanted to strike out Gov. Hoch's name, and include the Republican party as a whole which would operate and practice such legislation. The sooner Gov. Hoch and the other Republicans learn that they cannot hoodwink people, the better it will be for all concerned. The association enjoyed a rare treat by hearing the Rev. J. E. Ford of Denver, one of the leading ministers of the West, who delivered a soul-stirring address, which was pointed and did much to cement the Negroes of Kansas. make them. They have lived in that county for years and are prospering. Our next visit was with Mr. C. Langford and his father, who own 120 acres of land within four miles of Tonganoxie, well stocked, there being 190 head of milk cows which furnish milk to the creamery in the city, with many other cattle, hogs and pigs by the score, chickens, ducks and turkeys that cannot be numbered. Young Langford is the manager of the farm. He has a wife and one child, and they have a cozy home, surrounded by everything that makes life worth living. His wife, who is an industrious lady, is of great assistance, devoting most of her time to the raising of poultry, and if her luck continues, by the end of the year she will be able to place many dollars' worth of poultry, eggs, butter, produce, etc., upon the market. She takes great pride in her hennery and has everything around in firstclass or Keep an Eye on Him!! der, which makes her poultry raising a success. Mr. and Mrs. Langford, Sr., live in a fine two-story residence situated on another part of the farm, which is surrounded with poultry. Mr. Langford, Sr., is quite feeble, but he devotes most of his time to gardening. He is a high spirited gentleman and we would like to have him meet some of these city chaps in a convention and give them a good sound talk on "How to Progress and Live Independent on a Farm. His son is one of the most industrious young men we know and deserves great commendation in staying with his father and building up the farm. He now realizes the good of it and as he is doing, there are several young men who are now loafing and loitering around the towns, who could be of great service on the farms of their parents, and with new ideas, with push and vim they could be up with this young man. We also met our old friend, Mr. A. L. Smith, who owns forty acres of as rich soil as ever a crow flew over, well cultivated and well stocked with cattle, hogs, horses and mules. He also farms other land in connection with his own and is one of the most prosperous farmers in Leavenworth county. He stands well with the business men of Tonganoxie and did much to assist us in placing our paper in the homes of several of the white people of the town. His word is good at the banks and business houses. Mr. Smith has lived in that city for over twenty-five years. He has a small family. We also met Judgd E. F. Cooledge, who is justice of the peace and police judge of that town, and has served in that capacity for a number of years. He is an old soldier. We met Mr. Frank Zeller, one of the largest merchants in all Leavenworth county. He has made great improvement in the last two years. One of Tonganoxie's most progressive business men is Mr. J. C. Caldwell, a man of our race, who conducts a successful blacksmith shop. He has lived in that portion of the country for the past thirty-eight years and has carried on that business for over a quarter of century, succeeding his father. He is now teaching his son the trade and they do all sorts of wood and iron work. This shows what vim and push will do if men will only apply themselves to something and stick to it. We are always glad to meet men like Mr. Caldwell, who are pushing their children to the front and teaching them a trade. Dear Circles:I wish to map out some ideas that may be of some benefit to you if accepted and carried out in due time; that is, for you to act. Now, remember, it is just a little over a month until the first district convention of the Western States and Territories will meet in Topeka, and you know there will be quite a stir in the next two months for all of our district associations will meet over the state. Now, I call the attention of pastors, presidents and co-workers, and ask you to make the announcements and full preparations for the National Baptist Women's rally day, the fifth Sunday in July. Special programs free. Do your best for Jesus' sake and for the good name of the Baptists of Kansas. Now, a word to Christian workers: Do not be discouraged, for Jesus is your friend; He will give you grace to conquer and keep you to the end. So fight with faith and courage for the good that you may do, and Jesus will give the victory to you. Then he shall have the praise now and evermore. NOTICE. NUMBER 22. Prof. B. B. Hunter Talks of the Island and Her Resources. Prof. B. B. Hunter returned last week from the Philippine Islands, where he is an instructor in the public schools. He was a member of the 23rd Kansas regiment and served in Cuba, afterward enlisting with the 49th U. S. volunteers and did service in the Philippines. After he was mustered out he remained on the Islands and passing the examination was assigned at Tuao, in the province of Cagayan, where he is now supervisor of schools. He speaks very highly of the country and its development and resources, and of the natives. He has the supervision of nearly two thousand pupils, with mostly all Philippine instructors, who teach nothing but English. There are six colored instructors who are teaching on the Island, or at least in that province. The natives are easy to catch on to the English language. Their customs and religion are not interfered with. They are all Catholics and adhere strictly to that faith. Speaking of the health and sanitary conditions of the country, Mr. Hunter says it is rapidly improving and as the roads are improved the country becomes more healthy. Mr. Hunter likes the Philippines for the reason that he does not meet the poisonous prejudice there as he does in the United States. A man has a chance to rise according to his ability. The school regulations there are similar to those of this country and salaries run from $900 to $1500 per annum, school terms being nine months, which averages about $5 per day. Board averages about $35.00 in American money. In the food line, the Philippine people have about the same vegetables as we have here, and for meats mostly pork and beef are used. Swine thrive well, but as yet cattle do not do well, owing to the fact that a disease, known there as rendefest, has killed off most of the cattle in the last few years. The government is using every effort to stop this dread disease and when this is accomplished, cattle will no doubt thrive. All kinds of poultry are raised. As the people improve and increase in farming, the country will be more prosperous. Tobacco is the chief product, but it is also a good rice country, but it is not extensively developed. In speaking of the morals of the people, Mr. Hunter says they compare favorably with those of the Americaus, if not better. Mr. Hunter is only a short distance from Hon. Wm. Hawkins, late of the 23rd Kansas, and Capt. Sherman A. Harvey, who has been admitted to the bar and is practicing law on the Island. Capt. Wm. Hawkins, who married one of the wealthiest young ladies on the Islands, is enjoying a lucrative practice, as well as Capt. Harvey, and we look for them to be millionaires in the next few years. Mr. Hunter had the pleasure of meeting T. Thomas Fortune, of New York, who was sent to the Philippine Islands by President Roosevelt to investigate the labor conditions there. Most of the business of the Islands is conducted by the Chinese, who are very fair in their dealings with the people. Mr. Hunter will return to the Philippines some time in July, but will visit in Kansas City, Chicago and other places before leaving the United States. Mr. Hunter is a man of energy, push and vim, a man who is highly competent to do anything that is assigned to him on the line of duty. He served in two different regiments in the war with Spain and mustered out of the 49th U.S. V. I. with honors as regimental sergeant major. THE PLAINDEALER hopes to see Mr. Hunter rise to the greatest prominence in the Island and receive one of the best paying positions in the gift of the President. Rev. Jackson, of Manhattan, passed through here the first of the week. Those who attended the basket social Thursday night report a pleasant time. A number of Strong City people picniced in Cottonwood Grove Saturday. After partaking of a magnificent spread, the day was spent in fishing. Let the... Do your family washing—5c pound It will save you money. 114 W. SEVENTH ST. PHONE 34 Sealed proposals will be received at the office of the Western University, Quindaro, Kansas until 4 o'clock p. m. June 3, 1905, and then opened for the building of a young ladies' dormitory on the premises of the above-mentioned institution. After May 18th, 1805, copies of plans and specifications and forms of bids may be seen on file at the office of the architect, W. E. Harris of Kansas City, Kansas, and at the office of Western university, Quindaro, Kansas. Each bid must be accompanied by a certified check for the amount equal to three per cent of the amount bid. Said check must be certified by the president or cashier of the bank upon which it is drawn, and made payable to A. Grant, president of the Board of trustees. The said check will be forfeited to the Western University trustees in case the successful bidder fails for five days to enter into contract and give the required bond, as prescribed by law, after awards of contracts have been made. WELCOMEN In speaking to the ministers who assisted in erecting the A. M. E. church at Ocelo, Ark., Dr. Caldwell said: In the beginning of time there was hurled from the immensity of space, somewhere within this broad and extended universe, two Great Spirits—the evil and the good. The good spirit was given two abodee, Heaven and the Garden of Eden. In the beginning there was no hell, for it is written that "He created the heaven and and the earth." It seems that the Great God of Heaven had no desire to persecute his creatures. We find this evil spirit first making its appearance in heaven, saints and angels were among its first victims. So great became his influence and so tyrannical his power that he created a vacuum in the skies and dragged down and down one third of the heavenly hosts. Unknown to this evil spirit God created a new world and placed upon it man that the man might worship him and dwell in eternal bliss. Milton telis us how cunningly this evil spirit winged its way to the new world and lighted in the Garden of Eden and there sowed the seed of dissension in man that Almighty God he might spite Numerous have been the wars and temporary victories won by a combination of the evil spirits. Nations upon nations have been destroyed by these demons, and once upon a time this Master Demon overshadowed the whole world with his influence, so much so that the windows of heaven did open and let forth her many entombed oceans—oceans buried above the heaven—and destroyed this whole mundane sphere. After the flood he again makes his appearance and amid the confusion of tongues mingles himself with every nationality and kingdom. We have one institution with which to fight and that is the church of the Living God. And it is in the honor to you, Bro. Rev. Guy, and to you, Elder Davis, and to you, Rev. Townsend, and to Presiding Elders Beasley and Balum, the great commander in chief of the heavenly host in this district, as well as the many other captains, soldiers and lieutenants of this mighty army that this entertainment is being held. Fallen man must be redeemed; there is nothing that can do it but The Church of the Living God. The gambling dens must be destroyed; there is nothing that can do it but The Church of the Living God. Houses of dissipation must be swept out of existence; there is nothing that can do it but The Church of the Living God. The prodigal must be brought back home and the weary must be made to rest; there is nothing that can do it but The Church of the Living God. Hell must be shunned and Heaven must be won; there is nothing that can do it but the Church of the Living God. The prison doors must be closed and crime must become a stranger; there is nothing that can do it but The Church of the Living God. Now, in conclusion, I am glad to see so many representatives of the gospel army, representing the germs of an endless spiritual development. May you continue in your onward march to the millennium, when sin shall be eradicated from this world, and when the dove of peace shall rise high above the heavens and spread her wings over all mankind. Talk about the grandeur of Niagara Falls, picture to yourselves the beautiful scenes along the Rhine, or describe the majesty of the seven hills of Rome, walk out with me if you desire into the forest in the Spring time and view the oak, tall and vigorous, pointing into the clouds, open your ears and hear the beautiful melody of the birds as they sing nature's songs, rest yourself upon the chariots of your imagination ane take a journey beyond the skies and view the celestial city. but, my friends, the most beautiful sight in all the earth is to see a man or woman leave the cesspool of sin and dissipation and fix his or her eyes upon Calvary and turn his face toward the church of the living God. I bid you all good night. STRONG CITY. Rev. Davis, of Emporia, Sundayed in the city. Mrs. Calile Smith is visiting relatives in Kansas City. Rev. A. T. Ramey preached an able sermon at the Second Baptist church Sunday. ARRANGEMENT. The right is reserved by the board of trustees to reject any and all bids if it is deemed to the interest of the Western University to do so. A. GRANT, President. JAS. CREWS, Sec'y W. T. VERNON, J. W. BRAXTON, F. J. PECK, J. T. SMITH, J. R. RANSOM, Building Committee. The Colored American Magazine. The Colored American Magazine tor May makes another step forward. The book is readable from cover to cover. "The Way of the World" is really good. Mrs. Booker Washington contributes an article, mostly excerpts from her St. Louis speech, on "The Songs of Our Fathers." The music of the early Negro should be preserved for its pathos and power. Mrs. Washington writes pathetically of it, and the article is well illustrated. Mrs. J. Silone Yates contributes her splendid words of cheer made to the last Council of Women. Roscoe Simmons writes of the much heralded "Afro-American Realty Company, and in his searching remarks on that particular corporation, makes some valuable suggestions to the Negroes of New York. Tom H. Malone contributes both a poem and a story. His poem is a love ditty, and his story "An Unheeded Signal," in which he so beautifully portrays Southern life, is the work of a genius. Joseph G. Bryant writes in his critical style an article on "Negro Poetry," in which he draws from Dunbar and Mrs. Harper, and makes some wholesome comparisons. The magazine shows marked improvement, and is profusely illustrated. All news stands or the Colored American Magazine, New York City. First-class service. Short orders a specialty. When in Kansas City, call and see me. If you're pleased pleased tell your friends,if not tell me. R. S. STEET, Proprietor 1024 E. EIGHTEENTH ST. "LITTLE GEM" BARBERSHOP Clean Linen and Towels. 1313 Dodge St., OMAHA, NEB. G. C. TUCKER. 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We carry one of the finest lines of Undertaking goods in Topeka. SEVEN WONDERS of the American Continent: Yellowstone National Park; The Great Shoshone Falls; The Columbia River; Mount Hood; The Big Trees of California; The Yosemite; Lucin "Cut Off," across Great Salt Lake CAN ALL BE SEEN ON A TRIP OVER THE -UNION 'PACIFIC- AND CONNECTIONS TO THE LEWIS & CLARK EXPOSITION PORTLAND, OREGON, June 1 to Oct 15, '05. Nearest U. P. Agent. DO RIGHT. It is not right for people to argue and fuss about the word "baptism," still it is right for all to obey God and do what Jesus Christ said. Some people say that the baptism of the water don't amount to much; well, whether there is any virtue in that or not, it is right for us to obey what Christ said! Others say that sprinkling the body is baptism. Well, that would mean more than sprinkling the head and face, if that were so. Others say baptism of the Spirit is all that we need, but Jesus Christ tells us to follow Him! Was Christ baptized with the water? Was Christ baptized with the Holy Spirit? Did Christ live a holy life? Yes. Then, go thou and do likewise and live. Others say that Christ said to the thief on the cross at the time he was crucified, "Today you shall be with me in Paradise," and that therefore they do not believe in being baptized in a lot of muddy water. Friends, that kind of talk won't stand. Christ was only talking to that one man at the time and showing him the gift of God and the mercy of Jesus Christ and his power to save. But what did he say to all other people? Didn't Christsay "Follow me?" The baptism of John the Baptist, it is all right, and it is necessary for us to accept it, because Christ indorsed it, and said that John was a man sent from God. Christ also said in the book of St. John, 3rd chapter, 3rd verse: "Except a man be born of water and of the Spirit, --- -NOTE MUSIC HOUSE. ED IN 1835.) PHILADELPHIA, PA. G. W. Hamilton. & Hamilton, J. M. Knight. nd Embalmers. RS American Continent: National Park; Phone Falls; The Mount Hood; The Omaha; The Yosemite; Cross Great Salt Lake ON A TRIP OVER THE PACIFIC- ATIONS TO THE RK EXPOSITION 15, '05. Nearest U. P. Agent. he can not see the kingdom of God." Now, to be born of the flesh, a child must be hidden in the flesh, and come forth of the same. For a man to be born of the water he must go into the water and be covered up head and foot and come forth of the water. To be born of the Spirit is a gift of God. You will know that you have it when your heart is cleansed by the blood of Christ and your whole body and mind is under subjection to God's divine will, and you keep the commandments and rejoice in the Spirit of God. Then you are born of the Spirit of God. Don't strive about creeds; Christ set up the right church for God. Others say, "Justified by faith, we have peace with God." True it is! But faith in every thing that Christ said do, for that is right. And the answer is, "Follow me. JOHN HARRISON. Junction City, Kansas. William Thomas, member of troop "M," Tenth Cavalry. enlisted at Memphis, Tenn. in 1867 and served three years. He was at Fort Gibson, Fort Rilev. Fort Arbuckle and Fort Cobb. Was discharged August oth, 1870. He wants to find two comrades who know him, and wishes to make proof of claim in order to get back money due him. Mr. Thomas resides at Junction City, is 5 feet, 4 inches high, weighs 136 pounds and is fifty-eight years of age. --- WESTERN UNIVERSITY. Rev.Ford, pastort of the leading Baptist church of Denver, accompanied by Rev. E. Arlington Wilson, pastor of the Metropolitan Baptist church of Kansas City,visited the institution. Rev. Ford was very much delighted over the trip and predicted a grand future for the institution. Prof. C. W. Rogers, a prominent teacher of Arkansas, while in this section of the country, made it a point to call and see what we are doing. In his remarks he referred back to his school days, to the incompetent teachers, the disadvantages, etc., that do not confront the student of today. "There is no reason why you students should not succeed with the excellent opportunities you have. Your distinguished president, supported by an able faculty, is all that one could wish." After visiting the grounds and buildings, Prof. Rogers departed for his home in the South. A number of distinguished men have visited the institution this year and have made some excellent talks to the student-body. These remarks are always helpful to the young student who is just starting out in life. The older ones of the race have been over the road and hence are placd in a position to tell just what the younger generation will have to confront. Miss Lena Hultz, of Lawrence, and Miss Maria Clymore, of Argentine, former students in this university, were pleasant callers Friday. The latter has just finished a successful year of teaching in Argentine. Dr. Edwards of St. Joseph, spent a few hours with us last week. Ned O'Banion, a soloist of Topeka, is expected to be with us during our exercises and will render some fine selections. Everyone is cordially invited to attend any or all exercises during commencement week. Conveyances will meet the visitors at the Quindaro car line. Come and hear the distinguished men of the race and see what they are doing, and hear what they have to say about other sections of the country. Mrs. S. Newman and son. of Colorado Springs, is visiting her daughter Beatrice, who has been attending the university this year. LINCOLN INSTITUTE. President Allen spoke to the graduating class at Independance Friday. In fact he has more calls than he can accept. If all the schools did not close at the same time, he could and would go to them all. He attended the closing of several schools in Saint Louis county and spoke at their joint picnic last week. The President never forgets the small towns because he feels that they need him. The new $25,000 dormitory for girls is in process of erection and will be one of the most complete schools for colored people in this country. The model school closed Friday and the exercises were a credit to Mrs. F. J. Jackson and the senior normal class. Prof. J. S. Moten presented the diplomas to Prof. Brooks' graduates at Joplin last week. President Allen will deliver the commencement address at Atlanta university this week. Prof. R. A. West, secretary and librain, delivered the address at the annual exercises of the Odd Fellows last week. They all pronounced it as being good. One-Fourth Less Than Regular Prices C. H. 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Solid Gold Stick Pins, assorted patterns, choice..... .50 Sterling Silver Stick Pins, choice..... .28 Rogers Knives and Forks, any brand, triple plate, price per dozen..... 3 36 Hollow Handle Knives and Forks, triple plate, price per dozen..... 5 00 Pearl Handle Knives and Forks, triple plate, per doz. 12 00 Pearl Handle Fruit Knives, triple plate, per set..... 3 75 Gold-Filled Specacles or Nose Glasses, pair..... 1 50 One fourth to one-third off on all clocks. For mull orders and the same amount of money indi- vidual in Morgannery Ward & Co.'s catalogue. I will always be glad to personally wait on customers. C. H. MORRISON. Jeweler and Optician. 108 E. Sixth St., Topeka, Kansas YOUR GOD, NOT MINE. Whose God is this whom Christians state Can love today, tomorrow hate; Who loveth more than they can tell, Yet would condemn a soul to hell? Who would upon you gifts bestow If you would but his commands know; Or who'd permit his hands, so gory, To sell you out of purgatory. Or who would ask that mass be said To rest you there among the dead. YOUR GOD, NOT MINE! Whose God is this, who's chosen men To write up laws and rules with pen, Then dare you, with a scathing eye— "Touch thus or that and thon shalt die?" Or turn a pilgrim into salt Cause she one moment drew a halt; Or did a drunken brute impower To pour out curses for for an hour. At other moments love relate, Tidings, warnings of your fate. YOUR GOD, NOT MINE! Whose God is this, who would declare Not even a child may enter there Lest he comply with rules of man— Repent, believe, be born again? Or know ye some apostle's creed Outlined by man's satantic greed To hold the office of a Saint, And so before the world to paint Some lurid picture of a Christ That countless ages have enticed To believe the Son of man? YOUR GOD, NOT MINE! Whose God is this who ruleth all; Who causeth day and night to fall? Who wakes the flowers in early morn, The birds to praise Him at the dawn; The first bright touch of spring to peep. Who guides the vapors about the air? The trees their richest fruit to bear? To teach the equity of earth? Who's ever wise and needs no man To aid or teach His simple plan? MY GOD, AND YOURS! —H-2-B. Foser Williams, Has one of the cleanest and best stocks of GROCERIES in Southern Kansas. When in need of anything see him. FARM MISCELLANY Grain for Seed. Samples of shrunken wheat are being submitted to us by persons residing in the rust stricken belt. These persons ask whether it will be safe to sow such grain for seed the coming year. It is very proper that they should ask this question and it is exceedingly important that it should be answered with intelligent discrimination. During a trip that we made the third week in August over the wheat growing area in the northern part of the state we noticed that some of the wheat was so stricken that it was not worth cutting. In some localities the stands were fairly good. The variations ran all the way from No. 1 down to wheat that was really unfit to make good food for chickens. We have no doubt whatever but that such grain sown for seed will not give good results. It will be found quite practicable in many instances to so winnow the shrunken wheat that the very light material will all be blown out of it. The best sample obtainable, therefore, from the crop should usually answer for sowing next season. One difficulty is in the way however. Many farmers are not possessed of a fanning mill, so prevalent has the custom become to take wheat direct from the machine. Every farmer ought to have a fanning mill for such work.—Farm and Fireside. The Destructive Bat. Housewives in the country sometimes complain that poultry raising is a great care on account of the losses that occur among the young chicks largely due to the presence of rats. The rat is far harder to hege against than the cat. A good strong partition to the poultry house or a good wire fence around the poultry yard will keep out cats, but these have little effect in checking the depredations of rats. They can gnaw through the partition and tunnel under the wire fence and do the work so expeditiously that the damage to the flock is done before the farmer has had time to take combative measures. Then when he begins to fight the rodents he finds that the process is not a smooth one. The animals avoid the steel trap and the wire cage. Poison is the only thing that seems to be effective, and the farmer hesitates about employing this, as he is afraid of hurting other animals. But this method of destruction will be found to be about the only effective one if the rats are very numerous. If poison is used it should be placed where only the rats can get access to it. Wool Clip Contracted. Dealers in wool seem to have no fears of a decline of wool prices for another year at least. In various western states dealers have already been closing contracts for next year's wool clip at from seventeen to twenty cents per pound and seem willing to take all they can get at those figures. While many farmers have sold their next year's crop on such terms as these some are willing to wait until spring to dispose of their clip, taking the chances on the price going down. They don't consider there is much risk to run when buyers are so anxious to contract so far ahead, and prefer to take chances rather than to sell now and likely to regret making the agreement before shearing time. The farmer who breeds and raises good sheep may be pretty sure of reaping some good profits from both his wool and mutton during the next few years. The sheep business certainly has a bright outlook at the present time. Season's Potato Yield. Revised returns justify the estimate of an average yield of 110.4 bushels of potatoes this year, instead of 100 bushels, as stated in the last number. The average yield for the previous ten years was 81 bushels, making the present a bumper year for this crop. Maine is credited with the largest average acre yield, 215 bushels. The Southern states had from 61 to 80 bushels, except Florida, which grew 102 bushels Iowa's yield was 186 bushels and Wisconsin's 126, both extremely good for this country. The average of the old New England states is higher than in the same number of newer western states.—Farm, Stock and Home. Our Butter Abroad. The government has been making weekly experimental exports of the best quality of creamery butter to Manchester, England, continuing previous practical tests of the merits of such butter from the United States in comparison with the highest grades of butter from other countries to be found in British markets. The results as stated by the butter man of the dairy division have been, in a general way, quite favorable, but not such as to encourage commercial operations along the same line at the present price of butter in the United States—Barnum's Midland Farmer. No Lime On Manure. It is a mistake to put lime in the manure heap, for it destroys the salts of ammonia, and by compelling it to take the gaseous form drives it off Lime will rot manure very quickly and do its work well, but it will be at the expense of a loss of nitrogen, which is an ingredient of ammonia, says the Farm Jaurnal, and it's good authority. USE ONLY Taylor's Perfection Flour AND Taylor's Pure Buckwheat Flour Insist upon being furnished , the above popular bronds of flour, and you will certainly get the best in the market. In the District Court of Shawnee County, Kansas. M. L. Wagner, Plaintiff, vs 8 Purl M. Wagner, Defendant. The said defendant will take notice that she has been sued by plaintiff in the above entitled action, and that unless she answers the petition of plaintiff on or before June 27th, A. D. 1905, the said petition of plaintiff will be taken as true, and judgment rendered divorcing plaintiff from defendant, on the ground of abandonment. Joseph REED, Plaintiff's Att'y. Attest: I. S. CURTIS, Clerk. One Dollar for 20 Names and Addresses Purely a business proposition; one that will make you an actual, clear profit of 75 cents. Wanted, refined colored ladies for business correspondents in every town $in U.S. Make $100 a month simply in postal cards from your own name no matter where located. Nothing to buy, sell or canvass. No capital required. Enclose 2c stamp for particulars, Address, JOHN SPOTTS, Department A, Topeka, Kans. PUBLICATION NOTICE. In the District Court of Shawnee County, Kansas. Sophia M. Treadwell, Plaintiff, E. W. Treadwell. Defendant E. W. 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Write your name and address plainly to When You Travel select a railway as you do your clothes KATY SERVICE (MISSOURI, KANSAS & TEXAS RAILWAY) Suggests Comfortable and Convenient Trains, The "KATY FLYER" and KATY DINING STATIONS Meals, Moderate in Price. Unsurpassed in Quality and Service. One Price, 50g I can suggest any num- ber of pleasant ways to send you something new in printed matter about them. Write to me. "KATY," St. Louis Topeka Plaindealer. PUBLISHED at Topeka, Shawnee county, Kas. very Friday morning by THE PLAINDEALEER PUBLISHING CO. 112 EAST SEVENTH STREET. Entered at the postoffice at Topeka as second class mail matter. UNCLE SAM SHOULD AWAKE! The greatest naval battle in the history of the world was fought between the Japanese and Russians off the straits of Korea, May 29. The world is compelled to acknowledge that the Japanese have no equal on water, and we doubt if they have any on land. They have displayed the greatest strategy and ability as warriors in the history of the world. No nation under the sun is able to cope with them in a naval conflict. When Admiral Dewey sank a few old wooden hulls of the defunct old government of Spaiu, there was great rejoicing over the ability he displayed at Manila, but this is no comparison at all whatever to Togo's great victory. In fifty years time the Japanese have advanced more rapidly than any nation on the face of the earth. We predict that in the next twenty-five years the Japanese will be able to whip any two nations on earth and we will stake our last dollar that there is not one who would attempt to meet them and expect to be victorious. While the older countries have revelled in splendor with pomp and glory of wealth and grandeur, and allowing only rich men's sons to serve in an official capacity in the army and navy, who must be recommended by some Senator or Ambassador before they can enter these naval schools and military colleges, has caused a great decay in the military ability of the fighting forces of these countries. On the other hand, the Jeps have placed rich, poor, yellow and black upon a level by educating them in naval and military tactics, thereby equipping themselves to measure arms with the world. This should be an object lesson for the nations that boast of Anglo-Saxon blood and are doing everything to keep the darker races from exercising the rights of manhood. The proud Saxon must stoop down and take up those he has crushed and encourage them in order to be able to meet the great conflict which is sure to come between the United States and Japan. The people of the far East are watching this with great interest. There is unrest in the Philippine Islands already on account of the over zealous Americans who are going there and sowing the seed of discord and prejudice and incurring the displeasure of the natives. We have not the least doubt that the people of the far East would prefer the protection of Japan which is far less prejudiced and will give every man an equal chance, which those who boast of a white skin will not do. We hope our government will cut out this red tape of allowing Congressman and Senators to select rich men's sons for army officers, and especially that one must be white in order to enter the military schools at Annapolis or West point. Throw the doors open to all who have the best interest of this government at heart and desire to enter. In order to make loyal citizens, there must be equal treatment for all alike and one flag for one people and one law. There is a lesson to be learned from the Japanese, that is their adherence to the Budda religion which has taught them to be true and meet their fate with the hope of receiving better treatment in the other world, and to look upon every man as being free and equal. But the Christian religion as taught by the white man and was accepted and carried by the Russians into this battle, with all their years of civilization have never had the slightest idea that they could conquer, carrying as they did a false pretense of belief. This is the difference between true worship of one religion and false pretense of the other. Let America wake up to her sense of duty and prepare for the great conflict to come. NICK CHILES. THE TRUTH. Friends, do not worship any man, woman, virgin or prophet in the place of Jesus Christ, because He is our Lord and Master, and He is salvation to all that believe in Him, and there is salvation in no other excepting Jesus Christ! And Christ is the Way, and all other ways are wrong! If God gave you a sword, make a ploughshare out of it, and plough all lies away from the truth. If God gave you a spear, make a pruning hook out of it, and trim all lies off of the pure word of God. Life passes like a summer day, but to remain pure in the midst of corruption is the greatest purity. Every person must have a christian soul to please God. Sometimes we sow in tears, but we shall reap in joy. Christianity is the only thing, with the love of God, that will stand forever. And you must accept it; if not, you will regret it. As God has conquered your doubts, so you go forth and conquer in his name. Have patience. JOHN HARRISON. Junction City, Kansas. PUBLICATION NOTICE. In the District Court of Shawnee county, State of Kansas. CHARLES F. BOWLUS, Plaintiff, vs. NORA MAY BOWLUS, Defendant. The State of Kansas to Nora May Bowlus, Greeting: You are hereby notified that the above named plaintiff has filed the above entitled action in the above named court wherein he seek to obtain a divorce from you and the custody of two children on the ground of extreme cruelty and gross neglect of duty, and that unless you answer the said petition on or before the 14th day of July, 1905, said petition will be taken as true and judgment for the plaintiff rendered accordingly. GOV. HOCH'S STIGMA. GOV. HOCH'S STIGMA. [ FROM THE CLEVELAND (OHIO) GAZETTE. ] THE TOPEKA PLAINDEALER gives a rather sad account of the action of Gov. Edward W. Hoch is giving his support to a "Jim Crow" school bill. All along in Kansas white and colored children enjoyed equal privileges and were admitted into the high schools of the state upon equal terms. Representative Robinett introduced a bill to separate them in the public high schools in cities of over 50,000 inhabitants. The bill was rushed through both houses of that state's assembly. Gov. Hoch claimed to be a staunch republican of the Lincoln, Sumner and Roosevelt kind. He might have vetoed that bill; he might have saved Kansas from an infamy so blasting to the fair name of the state. But in the face of a solemn oath to support the constitution of the United States, the laws of Kansas and to faithfully discharge the duties of the governor, he offers himself as a nightmare and a stumbling block to the vast evolving interests and best prospects of a great commonwealth of the mighty West. Placed at the helm of state, the more progressive and Christian element expected Gov. Hoch to maintain its honor and integrity. Politicians and tricksters might, if they would, resort to some scheming project in order to bring themselves into prominence, but a far more ennobling prominence and a lasting honor might have been gained to the man who, knowing his duty, dared to do that duty in the face of all odds. The world is fast becoming one vast school of learning. The moral and the ethics of human action are every day being made the test of individual character. The consciousness of right action is indelibly fixed in our natures, and men can no longer compromise with wrong and the devil and hope to escape the frowns and reproaches of an indignant people. The world's humanity, the manhood of the nation, and the growing sentiment of righteousness on the part of a just and brave constituency will forever despise the littleness of the man who in cowardly betrayal allowed a stigma so base and unjust to be imposed upon Kansas. Gov. Hoch could have killed the serpent and saved the state from a burning shame. But looking back upon the black clouds which today hang as a mighty pall over the states which have already enacted laws repulsive to the wisdom and humanity of the Americans struggling to better conditions, he walked into the darkness of night and, like Pilate, surrendered his most sacred trust into the hands of men concerned only in asserting their selfish and ambitious designs. The plans and purposes of the democracy of Kansas were well known to the public. But the best people, white and colored, expected Gov. Hoch to stand upon his record and prove himself loyal and true to the cause which he had so long espoused. Instead of that he repudiated his obligation to his fellows, and we need not but know the truth that Gov. Hoch was secretly concerned in having the bill put through. He knew his power and most assuredly he could have defeated the measure. But what does he offer in palliation of his treachery? He says: "I have watched with increasing admiration and pride the wonderful progress made by this people since the immortal Lincoln made them free. Without yielding an iota of my conviction in reference to the race problem, with all my sympathies going out toward these struggling people and with no sympathy or patience with those who would put a straw in the way of their progress, I have come to the conclusion that under the prssent unfortunate local conditions the best interests of black and white alike will be subserved by permitting this bill to become a law." The governor expresses profound sympathy for this struggling people, and having no sympathy for those who would place a straw in the way of their progress, yet he coolly yields his support to a measure which means proscription, degradation and humiliation to them. In thus yielding he comes to the conclusion that it is better to degrade them than to incur the displeasure of those who would oppress the Afro American. He permits discrimination and oppression to rule, rather than relieve men of their disabilities. HE SEEKS A PARDON. Man Who Shot Negro Because He Would Not Remove His Hat. A dispatch from Guthrie, Okla., states that Josephus Willoughby of Oklahoma City, who is now serving a life sentence in the state prison at Lansing, has applied for a hearing in the supreme court. Willoughby, who is a Kentuckian, was a barkeeper in Oklahoma. One day when a Negro was delivering some beer Willoughby ordered him to remove his hat. The man refused and a fight ensued in which the Negro was killed. Willoughby has only been at the prison a few months. Such a human monster has no use for liberty. He ought to be kept in a dungeon with vermin until his worthless carcass has been eaten away particle by particle, until death has carried his prejudiced soul to the fiery depths of an everlasting torment. He ought not be allowed even to mingle with the miserable creatures who must spend their days in prison for crimes less atrocious than Willoughby's unwanted murder. White Man Weds Negro Woman. Emporia, Kansas, May 26.—Henry A. Scott, aged 59, a white man, today was married to Sarah Ann Emory, aged 58, colored, by Bishop Groves of the Church of God. Both Mr. and Mrs. Scott are members of the Church of God, one belief of which is to draw no color line. However, this is he first instance in the history of the church of the marriage of a white person to a Negro. This is true Christianity. This white man is sincere. This sister has money. Money is the white man's religion. The almighty dollar rules the white man's world. THE First National Bank OF TOPEKA. KANSAS. Depository of the State of Kansas, Shawnee County and City of Topeka. Paid-up Capital - $300,000. Surplus and Profits - $110,000 Interest Paid on Time Deposits. WM. SIMS, President. W. H. ROSSINGTON, Vice Pres. C. E. HAWLEY, Cashier. C. S. BOWMAN, Asst. Cashier. Foreign drafts on all principal points. Letters of credit issued. Small accounts as well as large receive the same careful attention. Refreshments of All Kinds. Music. Plenty of Good Water. Good Shade. Join Us. It's Free. No Rowdyism. It's Headquarters for the City's Best People. Churches, Societies, Clubs, Lodges, Etc., Are Especially Invited. Bell 'Phone 3232 Black. . . . 10 Refreshments of All Kinds. Water. Good Shade. Jo Rowdyism. It's Heado Best People. Church Lodges, Etc., Are Bell 'Phone 3232 One Block East of To Frank R. W INFORMATION WANTED. Mrs. Ella Allison, 118 Sycamore street, Ottawa, Kans., would like to have any information about her mother, Mollie Martin, complexion dark brown, brown eyes, straight hair; or of her step-father, David Martin, who was born at Smyrna, Tenn. They were the slaves of Levi White, and were last heard of at Kahoka, Ill. Mrs. Martin is 66 years of age and was a member of the A. M. E. church. Mr. Robert Allison, above address, would like to know the whereabouts of Elder B. Smith, whose home is in Caldwell county, Virginia, near Concord. He is a Baptist minister and was last heard of in '77, being then pastor of Long Mountain Baptist church. He was a slave of Milton A. Bishop, near Leesville, Va. If he can be found, the information of Mr. Allison's people can be obtained from him. WANTEDS Colored Performers. I want 2 cornet players, 1 slide trombone, 1 alto, 1 tuba, 1 baritone and a bass drummer. I also want two ladies, one to sing coon songs and one soprano—must be good lookers and all who answer this ad. must be ladies and gentlemen. We have a good show. State lowest salary. We open Sept. 4th. We travel in own special car, and are looking for performers. I also want a good musical director who plays a piano and a sight reader. I would like to hear from Charlie Brown, the cornet player. Address. E. A. CARTER. 1708 Tracey Ave. Kansas City, Mo. PUBLICATION NOTICE. In the District Court of Shawnee county, State of Kansas. MAY STANARD, Plaintiff, vs. No. 23,290. FRANK H. STANARD, Defendant. To Frank H. Stanard, Defendant: You will take notice that you have been sued by the above named plaintiff, in said court, for a divorce and custody of minor children, and that unless you answer the petition filed therein on or before the 15th day of July, 1905, the petition will be taken as true and judgment entered for plaintiff accordingly. Attorney for Plaintiff. Attest: I. S. CTRTIS, Clerk By ANNA M. TILLSON, Deputy Clerk. J. W. RYAN, Times Bldg., Leavenworth, Kansas, AGENT FOR Heim's Famous Beer. Orders Shipped to All Parts of the Country- SPECIAL BEEK - Kyffharrer, the Best on the Market. MEET ME IN GALVESTON And hear what Texas has to offer. If you are not satisfied with your present location and want to better your condition, you should attend the Convention Northern Settlers At Galveston, Texas, April 21-23. 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M, JAMISON, M.D., PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON Examining Physician of the Kolghts and Ladies {Protection. {SPeromoa ued private deseas a es. Omece and Residence, 327 Mavison Staxzr. O. A. TAYLOR, M. D. Puysioian anp Surezon 926 Kansas Ave. Ind, Phone 774 Calle answered day and night. 7to9 a.m. Office Hours | 2to 4and 6 to 8p.m. t Wi Confectlonery ’ mS, and Lunch Room, 623 N. Kanoas Aves. as ss by stop i 1d be As zou pass by stop & Tee Cream S0da Airetsea VISITING AED BUSINESS CARD CO, Caller Phone us your order. Fiae work. Prompt Service. Alf work guaranteed. Ball Vhone 2102 Red. NORTH TOPEKA. NEWS OF THE WEEK, B. P. Walker, editor of the Os- borne Farmer, was 2 visitor in the city last week on business. Richard Slaughter, an employee of the Santa Fe, is erecting a nive five-room cottage on his lots in Pierce’s addition. Mrs, Wm. Merritt, 1212 Logan street, Nocth Topeka, will leave shortly for Kansas City, where she reside with her sister. Mr. Craig of Leavenworth, Kas., president of the Benevolent Society visited the Topeka local lodge last week and reports the order ina prosperous condition. Dr. A. C. Briscoe was a visitor in Muskogee, I. T., Sunday, May 31, and reports a pleasant trip. He found the people prosperous way beyond his expectations. Samuel Higgins, who has been with the Santa Fe for a number of years, has transferred with Vice President Mudge, and will here. after make his home in Ghicago with his family. We are pleased to niote that Dr. David Del rants has passed the ex- amination at Vicksburg, Miss., and admitted to practice. He is among the list of 75 out of 107 that were examined. This shows what Kan- sax education can do for the colored brother, as he received his early training in Kanras. We are in receipt of an invitation from Mr. and Mrs. Charles Schu- mache of Troy, Kas., announcing the marriage of their daughter, Miss Lillie Schumavhe, to Mr. Milton Webster on Wednesday, June 14. Miss Schumache is one of the lead- ing educators of Kansas and has taught school for several years at Troy, ard is one of that town’s most highly respected and cultured young ladies. Tur PLainpeater wishes them a pleasant voyage through Iife, The moving-picture exhibition at St. John’s A, M.E. church Monday evening, given by Rev. W. G, Wil- liame, pastor of one of the leading churches of St. Louis, and his two little sons, was one of the best ex- hibitions of its kind ever seen in St. John, or in fact, in any church in Topeka, without exception. At times the people were laughing and at other times almost shedding tears, Rey. Williams has one of the most expensive outfits we have ever seen owned by anyone. The people would like to bave a return date from Rev. Williams. | Our popular Secretary of State, J. R. Burrow, is now living in his handsome villa st Highland Park, which is one of the most distin- guished and moderaly up-to-date suburban homes in the West. We must say that Seoretary Burrow is 8 courteousand dignified gentleman and is popular with everybody. We hope that while he lives in Topeka he will enjoy his country home and weonly wish that we could call him a citizen of Topeka, as it would take only afew men like him to make a good city or country. Sama BENS af eerste Lay tienes Sain ae sre gO Te take only afew men like him to make a good city or country. Tue Prainpxater has recently been informed that our old friend, Prof. Sango, president of the Creek Citizens’ bank, at Muskogee, I. T., was recently married to one of Nashville’s most highly respected and cultured young Iadies. We wish him and bis bride acontinuous and happy voyage through life. Although this news was mysterious- ly kept from Tue Prainneater, we would have been glad to have been informed of the fact so that we could have given the occasion the proper attention, but here is our hand to our friend, Sango. Shake! S. Pasker, post commander of Ft. Pillow post, has appointed the following men to make patriotic speeches at the several schools this week; H. I. Monroe and Comrade Thomas, Mouroe school; Milton Guy and Comrade Cook, Buchanan school; J. H. Childers and Comrade Carpenter, Lowman Hill school; R. B. DeFrantz and Geo. Waters, Madison school; Isaiah Lisenby and Comrade Bryant, Lane school; W. M. Crutcher and Comrade Williams, Washington school. This is the first time in the history of Topeka that we have had patriotic speeches made by our young men and Com- rade Pasker is to be complimented for this act. These are all compe- tent and efficient young men who are equal to any emergency when it comes to speesh- making. We are in receipt of an invitation from Howard University annaunc- ing the graduation of Dr. F, F. Davis, a graduate pharmacist of the University of Michigan some years ago, as a doctor of medicine, class of 05. Weareglad to note the tise of Mr. Davis in the medical fraternity, as this equips and makes him efficient in his profession in such a manner that he can pre- scribe and mix, if he choose, for his patients ata less expense than. one who is not a graduate pharma- cist. Mr. Davis has lived in Kan-| sas several years, conducting a sue- cessful drug business, and we must say that he was one of the first col- | ored men to operate adrug store in . Kansas and opened the eyes of the western colored men toa sense of duty and today there are several drug stores being operated in this. state, the incentive being born of the achievements of Mr. Davis. : Kansas will ever be grateful to him. The Twenty-third Kansas, U. S. V. 1. re-union will be held in To- peka on Aug. 6thand 7th, 705, at the fair grounds. Arrangements. have been made for a two-days’ outing and there will be a camp-fire, | sham battle, base ball and other amusements for the benefit of the visitors and soldiers. ‘The Ninth Cavalry band has been secured for this occasion and will come to To- peka mounted. This will be the tirst time in the history of Topeka, aud probably will be last for years, that the citizens of Kansas will have the opportunity of hearing this famous band. They will give con- certs, mounted and dismounted. This is one of Uncle Sam’s crack bands and will be a treat for every- body present. Those who wish to visit the state hospital and other | ‘The. E. society of the First African Baptist church will hold a sunrise meeting Sunday at 6a, m. All are invited to attend. FIFTH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT—BISHOF ABRAHAM GRANT. Puget Sound Conference, Port land, Ore., August 23. Californéa Conference, Fresno, California, August 30. Colorado Conference, Cheyenne, Wyo., September 14. Kansas Conference, Kansas City, Kansas, September 20. North Missouri Conference, Car. rollton, Mo., September 27. Missouri Conference, Higgins. ville, Mo., October 4. POO OPPO OOOO OOOO OOOO OOOD SOOO OU OOS OOOO SOOO G OOOO ESOS OOO OS OO THOS OOO OOO OF ITO OOO S POPES OOOO OOO SO OOOO SOOOS J. ORLANDO MITCHELL, Pres’t & Mgr. MILTON C. SIMMONS, Secretary and Treasurer. JOHN DREW, Vice President. . Freedmen’s Land & Trust Co. ‘ INCORPORATED. AUTHORIZED CAPITAL $25,000, PAID UP $18,000. SHARES $25. f , Rooms 5, 6 and 7, Churchill Building, MUSKOGEE, IND. TER. ee your savings with us in stock ard receive tenfold. Itis a Gilt-Edged Investment. ® The management is sound and conservative. The company is making tioney. Get in on the Ground Floor. Invest your capital with us in Farms or City Property. We have im- proved and unimproved farms in any size tracts. Prairie AND Bottom Lanps. . Write for circulars and information. When in Muskogee come to see us. 9 The Freedmen’s Land & Trust Company. faces fark hah wee” Conference Schedule, ‘WHEN IN WICHITA VISIT THE ARCADE BARBERSHOP AND BATH ROOMS, The Only Place You Can Get a Bath. —First-Classin Every Reepect.— J. E. LEWIS. Prov. 339 N, Main St. WICHITA. —————— I can self YOUR REM. RsTaTz Tecan sell 1h BUSINESS, atter Where Losated. of alt tees mia goietiy for cash in all parts of the ‘Unired States. Don’t wait. Write to-day describing what you have to sell and give cash price on same. A,P, Tone Wilson Jr. REAL BSTATE SPECIALIST,» 413 Kansas Ave., Torzxa, Ks. —HOFEL WIkKRARD,— 1009 St Louis Avenue, North of Viaduct and Union St, KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI. W. M. AILSTOCK, Prop. Rates: $1.00, $1.50 and $2.00 per Day. NICE ROOMS. Ice Cream and Soda Water. TWO FOR ONE! The Topeka Plaindealer Kansas City Star | Kansas City Journal One Year — $1.50. A Very Rare Chance! Florida Sleeper VIAt ) FRISCO | a) - On November rsth, and daily thereafter, until the summer season of 1905, the Frisco System, in con- nection with the Southern Railway, will operate through Pullman Sleep- ers between Kansas City, Mo. and Jacksonville, Fla. These sleeping cars will be placed in service as part of the equipment of the Popular Southeastern Limited,” scheduled to leave Kansas City 6:30 P.M. A modernly equipped train, electric lighted cafe observation car, eto— | the route of which carries the travel- er through the populous cities of the southeast. Berth reservations may be made through representatives of Frisco System or connecting lines. PASSENGER TRAFFIC DEPARTMENT, Satnt Louis. BO LE Y 9 L T., The Colored Town and Home of the Negro. One Year Old and 600 Inhabitants! 8000 Acres of Land Surrounding Boley has Already been Leased and Bought by Negroes. 20,000 Acres of the Best Land in the Creek Nation Surrounding Boley to be Leased and Bought by Negroes. T. M. 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ROBINSON'S RESTAURANT 623 Main Street, Just three blocks from Union Depot, Meals 20c. Mrs. Mary Robinson, - - Propr. When in Kansas City stop at Note: Newport & ie “3F 2 : 2 ' Bas ow ‘es ir ff tee ~ are S| i ere ltr 7s ree SEs ee fos 1807 Tracy Avenve. MRS. V, L. NORTH, Proprietress. Furnished Rooms. Hot and Cold Water Baths, Gas and Furnace Heat. Home ‘Phone 5327 Maia, Kansas City, - - Misseari . ° Comfort in the Sick Room. # 7 Depends on many little things. Trained nurses know what is wanted—an atomizer, with a mild disiafectant, to spray the room and make the air clean and refresh- ing; a thermometer, fresh absorbent cotton, a hot water bottle—a dozen little things that help the patient. The doctors and nurses know that we have all these things and others, in the most dependable qualities. We take this means of letting you know it. ‘ eae * Prescriptions a Speciaty. ‘ ‘ ‘ . Ind. Phone 743. p / Bell Phone 561. } #& 732 Kansas Ave. Kansas Ave. | ‘ vec INSURED? see LEO eae SG aS GRIN, ‘ ¢ cy PECL Knights and Ladies. y AWS | +) Sago w& u of Protection V\ DgNt4 f A NATIONAL FRATERNAL INSURANOE SUBS f SOCIETY LEGS Incorporated Under the Laws of Kansas, : Issues policies for $350, $500 and $1000. We issue policis for $100, $150 and $200 for children aged from 6 to 20. This is the only Colored Fraternal Insurance Company in the United States, Bvery intelligent Negro should carry some Insurance. We want _ good, live, hustling agents in every town. Write at once for terms. Libesal terms to the right persons. The Knights and Ladies of Protection. @ol. James Beck, Nat'l Pres. P.C. Thomas, Nat'l Supt. James M. Mason, Nat'l Vice Pres~ J. G Groves, Nat'l Treas J.H. CHILDERS, Natl Sec., | Headguarters: 413 Kausas Avenue, Topeka, Kansas. : 4 Lecal and Personal..# Mrs, M. M. Greer and Fred. Newman are visiting in Lawrence this week. Visit Wilson’s Summer Garden on June 5. It’s a pleasant place to spend an enjoyable evening. D. W. Tipton and son, P. E., of Emporia, attended the meeting of the Equal Rights League Tuesday. Miss Mayme Johnson underwent an operation for appondicitis at Christe hospital one day this week. Rev. J. E. Ford, of Denver, preached Sunday morning and evening at the Shiloh Baptist church. The Saint John A. M. E. Sewing Circle met Wednesday afternoon at ehe residence of Mrs. Angeline Williams on Buchanan street. Mr. Ned O’Banion, a soloist of the highest-grade, left yesterday for Quindaro, where he will appear on program at the commencement exercises of Western univernity. The Housebold of Ruth will give a Musicale at 618 Kansas avenue June 9. It will bea real treat for 15 cents.—Mrs. F. W. Adams, ebainmnan. Plenty of refreshments and good music at Wilson’s Summer Garden Monday evening. Everything is free, go out there. One block East of where the car stops at the cemetery. Calvin Harris of Great Bend has purchased property on Van Buren street where he and his family in- tend to reside. He owns a nice farm near Great Bend, and will make 2 valuable citizen. W. M. Marshall, a railway mail clerk of Chicago, is visiting in the city. Ife will soon lead one of the ladies of the inner circle to the altar. This will create quite a sur- prise in the society world. We teach you Shorthand and Typewriting at your home. Type- writing machines furnished: no tuition until we have secured youa position, Write lee and Edwards’ Shorthand School, 600 W. 47th street, Dept. B. Chicago, Ill. Mr. Frank R. Wilson will enter- tain at his Summer Garden June 5th. ‘You are invited. Miss Daisy Bradford, of Wichita, is visiting Mrs. Clifford Meaux of 405 Madigon street. Miss Ogeal Wilson and Mrs. Dora Wilson will furnish music at Wilson’s Summer Garden Monday night, | Rev. F. Darden, of Denver, preached at the First African Bap- tist church last Sunday morning aud evening. Mrs.N.Chiles and little daughter Thelina, left Wednesday for Em- poria, to visit a few days with Mrs. D. W. Tipton. Mrs. E. W. Matley, G. W. C., of the order of Calanthe, is in Southern Kansas this week orga- nizing new Courts and making her anuual visit. A new Court was instituted at Pittsburg Monday night and one at Galena Tuesday night. She is doing a great work this yesr and the order is pros- pering, Prof. Geo. D. Dardis, of Atahi- son, one of the world’s beat pipe organist, will play 2 concert at the Auditoritm Thursday, June 15, for the benefit of Prof. Jack<on’s Twenty-third Regienent Band and and the organ fund. This will be one of the greatest musical events of the season and our people should turi out in full force. See Miss Mattie Miller who has been teaching in Muskogee, I. T., left for Tallequah 1. ‘I’., where she will play for the commencement at Prof. Bryaut’s school, From there she will vis in Stringtown, and from there she will go to Kingfisher returning home June 18 accom- panied by Mrs Victoria Miller of Kingfisher and Miss Charity Boyde, of Lexington, Ky. Sir A. 'T. Allen entertaiend the Knights Templar of Cyrene Com- mandery at their asylum 618 Kansas avenue Wednesday evening. He was the first eminent commander of Cyrene. Sirs A. T. Allen, T. Bird, S. Hanks and G. Clark being the oldeet members in the Com- mandery, they have been exempted from paying dues. The Sir Knights enjoyed themselves to the highest and wish Sir Allen would put on another libation. OPENING PARTIE. aie SPANA The WH RSOL Will CHULET> tain at his beautiful summer garden at East Hill Monday evening, June 5, 05, and this invitation is ex- tended to you. He has made special peperations for your comfort and a failure on your part to be in attendance would prove quite a disappointment. Remember thatit costs you nothing but ¢ar fare— everything is absolutely free. Music will be furnikhed by Miss Ogeal Wilson and Mrs. Dora Alexander. Good light and plenty of refresh- ‘ments. One block East of where car stops at the cemetery. Miss Georgia Nance, of India- napolis, Ind,, who ig teaching our ladies the art of making and trim- ming hats, exhibited at 812 Kansas avenue, on last Thursday and Fri- day, some of the finest hats we ever saw. The frames and everything were made hy a class of ladies who have had but a month training. Every hushand and father in To- peka is wreathed in emiles because the day of paying pelea pricos to milliners for hats ie no more. Miss Nance is certainly doing a work for the race that is commendable and highly appre- viated- Already we hear of ladies talking of opening millinery stores, etc., and by July 1st there will be st least two or three such establish- ments in operation in Topeka, There is several places where such establishments would pay and - want to see our ladies launch out. Mr. Foster Williams, of Coffey- ville will employ a good milliner and clerk, The concert given by the Dixie Concert company Tuesday night at Saint John A. M. E. church was a rare treat to the music lovers of Topeka. ‘They have a strong com- pany composed of W. C. Buckner, bassc and manager; Mrs. N. G. Buckner, soprano; Bell Hocker, contralto; Viola Kitchen, pianist; Geo. C. Hall, first tenor; Arthur Willoughby, baritone; Robt.Moore, second tenor. ‘The solo part of the program was greatly enjoyed and each soloist was liberally encored, Robert Moore with his sweet tenor voice and captivating manner, won much applause from the audience. Viola Kitchen, the pianist deserves special mention. She is certainly an artistand master of the piano. Mra, N. G. Buckner, prima donna has an exceedingly musical voice of high range. All of the cempany are high-class singers and it is one of the best on the road. ‘The peo- ple of Topeka were never more highly entertained. ‘They can play a return engagement when they choose and are snre of a packed house. LANGSTON. O.T. On Friday morning of last week Langsten’s big baseball team came on the grounds of Langston univer- sity to play the university team. The Langston team marched on the field and was cheered by many, and for the first two innings it seemed that they would be the winning side, but on the third inning there was a sudden change. The university boys began to play ball, and the result was that at-the ninth inning the score was 9 to 17 im favor of the university team. At the exercises last Friday after- noon Hon. E. O. Tyler of King- fisher, O. T., a member of the board ofregents delivered an addeess to the university, and also Hon. E, Stord of Guthrie. A lacge number listened to the wonderful addresees that was delivered by these distin- guished gentlemen. Commencement at Langston uni. versity began Sunday. The aonual sermon was preached at 1 p.m. by Rev. Alford pastor of the First Bap tist church of Langston. Sunday at 8 p. m, the annual ser. mon was preached to the Y.M,C,A and ¥.W.C. A. by Rev. C. K Brown, A.B, of Guthria. Rev. J. Mercer Johnson, D, D of Marshall, Texas delivered un ad dregs to the literaries. The hall wa crowded. Rev. Johason is at th head of the theological departmen ofthe college at Marshall, Texas The total enrollment of Langstor university this year was 363. NOTICE, To Whemit May Concern: My epytirar'e: fer permit to sell intoxicating Iiquers accord.ng to law at 921 Kansas Avenue, in the Third ward of the city of Topeka, is now cn file in the office of the Probate Court, Shawnee connty, Kansas ‘Thehearicg 1» se for Monday, June 26, 1905, at 9 a, ms E, S. LEE. Furst Published May 26, sgos. FRANK R. WILSON. Over three hundred people atten- ded the opening of Wilson’s Sum- nrer Garden Tuesday, and to know how well they really enjoyed them- selves, one would have to have been inattendance. It was the opening of one of the most fashionable resorts ever started in Kansas, and with a “Pleasant Time” as their motto, for a whole day the crowd of merry makers owned one of the most beautifud spots in all Kansas. Mr. Frank R. Wilson, manager of thix magnificent place, is well known as a caterer throughout the country, having conducted one of SS 25S ee : pres det nats ks Fs Race La a a0 Ey ead 3 MES Sesces = S24 Pe 4 sf alla Sen [A ao Gas eRe ee ee ; ees gk El oR AR ors | a ae a eas a s ay eat NBR a 5; hm ; ae a tr ak a YG UM 3 es x - Bl oe Ae FRANK I. WILSON, finest pleasure gardens in the city of St. Louis during the World’s Fair, and he is sparing neither time nor inoney to make this the equal if not finer than his St. Louis resort. Everything was free, and Mr. Wilson whose heart is as large as his body, was feeling at his best,and all day till Inte at night he was busy caring for his guests and see- ing that none were dissatisticd, It was an out-pouring of the city’s ‘best people, and the best caterer in ‘the West was present fo see that they were made comfertable. Sada pop, milk shake, lemonade, bar- becued beef, pork and chicken were poe withont mercy. After the feast, they strolled about the groaiids or played games or took a swing. | This is one of the niccst things ever started in Topeka, and from the magnificient turn out Tuesday, the people have shown that they appreciate it and will give Mr. Wilson’s* enterprise ther united support which it richly deserves, William Jackson, a former Tope ka boy, arrived this week from Pitts burg, Pa., and will visit his mother, Mrs. Sarah Jackson, 613 Western avenue, Since leaving Topeka, Mr. Jackeon has married, and is accom panied by his wife. His many frieads in Topeka welcome him back. Mrs, Carrie Asworth and daugh- ter, [helma Ruth, returned fron Kansas City last Saturday, after 2 visit of a few days with friends. NORTH TOPEKA Daughter Eveline Reeves was born in Kentucky in the year 1805, and breathed her last ou this earth Friday morning, May 14, at 3:10 8 m., aged 100 pears. She had been a member of Macedomia Tabernacle, No 93 since June 24, 1887, She never gave the lodge any trouble and was always found at her post until her health failed a few years ago. She lived a consistent and de- voted christian for many years. | We willno more hear the sound of her faotstep in our Taborian hall, she will no more whieper the pass- word through the wicket on this earth, but has given the last pass- word in Bright Glory. May the burning lamp of God’s pure love light her pathway through the dark valley and shadow of death, that we by the commendation of our Lord and Savior, may be enabled to gain admittance to the heavenly taberna- cle above, andin the glorious pres ence of our Lord and Master, enjoy a blissful immortality with the an gelic host and the sedeemed of the earth forever, through Jesus Christ, our Lord, Amen. Mes. Ipa M. Jorpas, H. P. Mas. Saran Mckxroy, C, R. Macedonia Tabernacle, No. 93, will give an entertainment Tuesday evening, June 6, at 608 W. B. street, at which time the endowment of the late Dtr. Evelyn Reeves will be paid to her five heirs. ATCHISON. Entervator Tabernacle, No. 37, of Atchison gave their aunual im- stallation at Tsue Eleven hall. Words of encouragement were given them by Rev, L. S. Arthur. Rev. D. Jones conducted the services. Dtr. Robingon was installed as H. P. for another year. Quite a nice sum was realized. WICHITA NOTES Rev. George and wife of Langston, Okla., were in the city during the week. Mrs. Pauline Johnson, who has been clerking in the Olden drug store, left Monday evening for her home in Texas. Miss Jessie Kimberling and Silas Cox were united in marriage Tuesday evening at the home of the bride. A strawberry social was given at the Second Baptist church Wednesday. Mrs. Charles Kimberling, who has been visiting relatives in this city, left Friday for her home in Pratt. The Golden Link Art club was entertained at the home of Mrs. W. A. Bettis Tuesday afternoon. Mrs. Sarah Caldwell, of San Antonio, Texas has been visiting in the city. The following students gradu- ated from the eighth grade and and will enter high school next year: Laura Rawles, Irma Clark, Lizzie Whitted, Bessie Staraes, Myrtle Crouch, Nora Hyder, Fay Anderson, Robert Mallory and Claude Clark. Mrs John E. Lewis enter- tained Thursday afternoon of last week in honor of Miss Campbell of Cherryvale, who had been her guest. The ladies of the G. L. A. club were in- cluded among the guests. Rev. S. F. Boston, of Dover, Okla., is in the city. RUrTONS. PORTRAITS. W. H. LUCAS, Photographer: 2 The price at my Studio is cheap, but the work is of thehighest class. Why pay such an enormous price when che same careful work can be secured for ONE- HALF? Stop and see me. 123 Kansas Ave. TOPEKA. 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Number 1 Mrs. Lula Buford, 2509 North 6th Kansas City, Kans, 2 Mrs. Sarah Crisp, 615 South Chest- nut St, Iola, Kansas, 3 Mrs. Flora Thompson, 36 North Maia Council Bluffs, Iowa. 5 Mrs. Mollie Spencer, 502 V. St, Atchison, Kans. 6 Mrs. Fronia McCloud, 118 S. Mul- berry St, Ottawa, Kans. 7 Mrs. N. E. Wigely, 506 N. sth St, Salina Kans. 8 Mrs. Anna Fallings, Cherry- vale, Kansas, 10 Mrs. Maggie Fishback, 1795 Mass, Lawrence, Kans. 11 Mrs. Jennie Flod, 406 Oakland, Kan- sas City, Kans. 12 Miss Cora Sango, 2058 North Front St. Kansas City, Kans. 13 Mrs. Nannie Dunlap, Junction City, Kans. 15 Mrs. S. S, Furlough, Box 315, Wier City, Kans. 16 Mrs, Nancy Preston, 1507 Clark St, Parsons, Kans. 17 Mrs. A. Masie, 615 Barbee, Ft. Scott, Kans, 20 Mrs. Emma Maxie, 411 Ransom, Ft. Scott, Kans. 28 Mrs. Susie Willis, 21 St, T. Granda, Parsons, Kans. 29 Mrs. Alberta Chivers, 210 N. oth, Leavenworth, Kans. 30 Mrs, Laura Bright, 203 Ohio, Leay- enworth, Kans. 32 Mrs. Ida B. 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Gents' Size, Fine Gold Watch, $50.00. P.O. State 1905. I cast votes for. The Plaindealer PRIZE GOLD WATCH as the most popular non-commissioned officer of the Ninth U. S. Cavalry. JUNCTION CITY, KANS. Mrs Nancy Harrison desires to thamk the many friends for the kindness during the illness and at the trme of the death of her mother. Miss Mary Smith died at the home of her mother, 120 West Twelfth street, Saturday evening at 5:30, after an illness of fifteen months with a complication of diseases. The funeral was well attended Monday 2 p. m. She was born in Ellsworth, Kansas, seventeen years ago, and came with her widowed mother in '97 to this city, where she resided until her death. Peace to her ashes. We hope the subscribers will remember that we are still look- ing for delinquents. Those who have not pid up as yet will please do us the kindness cf see- ing us, so we can make prompt returms to THE PLAINDEALER and that our work may not drag. Rev. Williams 1s making the effort oi his life to have a good report for the annual conference. Every colored family should read this paper, not because it is a Negro journal, but because it is the mouthpiec. of the race in the West. Mrs. Ella B. Jones left Tues- day tor an extended visit amon. friends in Topeka, her old home, W. H. H. Jones has just com- pleted the carpenter work on the residence of Rufus Richardson on East Twelfth street. Miss Nellie Crews won the first prize in declamation at the an- gual society contest of the High school at Clay Center May 18. She is a daughter of Paul Crews of this city. Her subject was “Ole Time Religion.” SPRINGFIELD, MO. The public schools of the city clesed last Friday with splendid exhibits. Crowds of parent: witnessed the closing exercise: and work done. The yraduating exercises of the High school occurred Mon- day night in the white High school an litorium. Dr. Snelson delivered the diplomas with an eloquent address, to Lena Hay- den, Rosa McPherson, Larkie Burnett. The professors and their assisting teachers have done splendid work and have the appreciation of our citizens. Kev. B. F. Abbotf and his members atthe M. E. church realized $248.10 in?their annual tally last Sabbath. Rev. J. S. Dorsey raised $70 ‘in his rally at the Baptist church. He purposes to close his annual rally June 11th, [the same day that Rev. J. C. Nicholson of the C. P. church will hold his annual rally. William Oliver and wife are renovating their neat home. Julius Abernathy has removed his family into his new home on Sherman street. Charles Allen came in from Kansas City Thursday to visi his sick brother and family. Greene county Teachers’ in. stitute will open on June 5th and continue two weeks unde: the supervision of:Professor: Wm. McAdams and Hugh Wal lace. The visiting teachers wil doubtless add much life to ou social system. Mrs. George W. Webb, mer chant milliner, is doing consid erable business in her line. c= “Miss Belle Henderson left fo Clarkesville, Mo., her home after spending some months i our city. She will be pleasantl remembered and greatly missed « Dr. Snelson returned fror Bishop Turnex’s silver jubile = Le = aes oo Sc | Bae = tae Lous aighly pleased over the great and rare event. Dr. Snelson preached an in- structive sermon Sabbath morn- ing on ‘The Dead and Living Heroes of the A. M. E. church’ which was highly enjoyed by all present, giving a graphic account of this record-breaking celebra- tien. Considerable excitement has arisen in our city this week on account of the sudden and mys- terious departure of several well known men and women. Dr. Snelson will open an old- fashioned camp-meeting shortly, to be conducted by the Rev. J. P. Howard, the evangelist. —. Litchford, of North Spring- field, in a tussle with a cow, got his leg broken in the hip last Thursday. It will probably be some time before he is up and about again. Five children were drowned on Sabbath last out on the James River near South Springfield. Thus ever will it be to gross breakers of the Lord’s day. BOYNTON, I. T. | The Negro grafters have been plying their calling around here, The last one was a would-be lawyer from Wewokee, who wanted three tracts of So acres each for three brothers in Miss- issippi who wanted to come to theterritory. He was run down and it was discovered that he was in the employe of white men. The eyes af the natives are get- ting open and they are drawing the line more and more. They know what ownership of this county by the white man means to Ham, and they prefer Negro purchasers as a matter of self protection. These black graft- ers are making it somewhat dif- ficult for state Negroes to buy land. One must come recom- mended. Afew days ago a man of our race was arrested ona suspicion of having introduced whisky and landed in jail in Muskogee. On the day of the trial he introduc- ed proof which clearly establish- ed his innocence, but the com- missioner held him for a few days longer, as ‘‘the government may be able to find some evidence.” This looks to be a little high- handed. The government appraisers to dispose of this townsite property are expected daily. J. W. Hamby has gone ona visit to Langston, Okla. The labor union has struck this town. . The blacks met Monday to forma union. We don’t know whether it is an advance a back- ward step, but the thing is here. Miss Myrtle Trout # in charge of the soda fountain at Dr. Als- ton’s drug store. The Robinsons are successful gardeners. They are always first in the market. They have been selNng new potatoes since the middie of May, and up to date have a monopoly of the trade. The Boynton News (white) had the following in its last issue: “Mrs. George T. Robinson sent to this office Wednesday a mess of new ee that were fine and large, but the editor, being a single man, was at a Joss te know what to do with {them. The happy thought struck us, however, that by donating them to our landlady it should be an easy matter to get an extension of time on our board bill of several weeks, and the idea was carried out. Mrs. = has our thanks for her thoughtiulness.” ‘ In order to keep posted on the doings of the race you should read this great paper. Sf. JOSEPH, MO. The following young men and swomeh are to be graduated from the High school next Friday evening: Louise Peery, Emma Dayton, Myrtle Thompson, Do- ra Holmes, Mattie Shreve, Leo- la Burnes, Charlie Lewis, Rob- ert Wilson, Jesse Robinson. Charles Lewis and Jesse Robin- soatied forfirsthenors. Charles Lewis won the prizes in science and latin. Jesse Robinson won the prize in mathematics, and Lela Robinson the prize in the fiscal year’s scholarship. The class colors are burnt orange and black. The class motto is “Launched but whither bound.”” An educational sermon will be delivered to the class at Frances street church Sunday afternoon by Rev. Cohren. The Inter- Society contest will be held on sth at A. M. E. church. Class day exercises will be held at the High schooi auditorium June 6th and the commencement proper will occur at the same place on Friday evening, June Sth. Mrs. Alice O. Jones, wife of Prof. Jones, was elected Most Worthy Matron of the grand court of Missouri in Kansas City last week. Rev. Caldwell preached the memorial sermon to the old sol- diers Sunday evening. The Disie Jubilee Singers were at A. M. E. church Monday night. | A memorial program was ren- dered by the Douglass Lyceum Tuesday evening. | Rev. Beckham, field secretary of the National Baptist Publica- tion society delivered an inter- esting talk at Frances St. churoh Monday evening. Attorney Knox was in the city on professional business Satur- day. Dr. Carrion reports boy babies inthe homes of Ernest Evans and Cc. D. Walker. Mrs, Laura Monroe was up from Atchison Tuesday to, have some dentistry done by Dr. Thompeon. A number of excursionists were up from Atchison and Kan- sas City Decoration day. OTTAWA, KANS. The mission circle met with Mrs. John Armstrong last Thurs- day, and a fine time is reported. Rev. Beckham will preach at the Third Baptist church Friday night; after preaching there will be a social in the basement. Calvin White of Ottawa made atrip to the country last week. Miss Pauline Lewis of Ottawa was the guest of her sister, Mrs. Linnetta McBrier, on the island last week. Misses Lulu Schrader and Cora Hudson of Ottawa were the guests of Miss McCloria of Peoria last week. R. W. Bellis doing fine busi- ness in his cafe, Thecolored machine shop men played the white machine shor men Decoration day. COLUMBUS, KAN. Several members of the court of Calanthe went to Galena on Tuesday evening to assist in ini- tiating the candidates for the court there. Rev. Childs occupied the pul- pit Sunday after a short illness. Mrs. E. W. Matley of Topeka, G. W.C. of I. O, O. C., was here this week on her way to Galena, We understand that there will be a wedding in our town soon, Look for the announcement of the public installation and banquet of the K. P. lodge, which will take place in the fat- ter part of June. | A severe hail storm visited this county Sunday, and did auite a lot of damage to vegeta- tion. | PARSONS, KAN. Mr. Wicks of Topeka has been visiting his sister and her hus- band, Prof. Greene and wife of this city. 7 Mrs. Ada Bell and infant daughter of St. Joseph arrived jin the city last week to visit rel- atives and friends. Mrs. M. Hogue is quite ill at the home of her brother, D. A. Williams. i Miss Faye French left last week fo- Kansas City, where she will visit relatives. C. Cavines of the Morris bar- ber shop received atelegram last Monday from his home in Texas, informing him of the sudden death of his wife. Mrs. Emma Gaines, G. C. R. of the Tabernacle, spent a por- tion of the week in the city. L. J. Brown and George Da- vidson of Muskogee passed through the city one day last week. Merritt Wagoner and wife of Braggs, I. T. passed through the city last week en route to Ft. Scott, LAWRENCE NEWS. The Bloomer and Butterfly socials given at the King hotel last week for the A. M. E. church were quite successful. Carl Spears of Topeka was a Lawrence visitor a few days last week. Mrs. M. Bradley and children are in the city; the lady will teach a class in millinery at the King hotel, Mrs. E. Miller has returned from Denver, Colo., and will make this city her future home. The colored K. U. graduates are Miss Ada Barnett of Atcm- son, Miss Pearlie Lucas of this city and — Jennings of Kansas City, Kansas. Miss Maggie Da- vis and Freddie Johnson will graduate from High school. The funeral services of Mrs. Rachael Henderson were held at the A. M, E. charch last Sat- urday afternoon. a A number of visitors were in the city last Sunday. The Carnation Art club met with Miss Kizerlast Friday after- | noon and after an nour of needle work, a delightful luncheon was served. GALENA, KANS. Homer Bunch visited in Col- umbus Sunday. D. W. Hurt and W. J. I. Nor- man of Baxter were in the city this week. Miss Daisy Cross ot Columbus spent several days in the guest of Mrs, Nelle Wheaton Smith. Mrs. Nancy Slaughter of Bax- ter spent Sunday with her hus- band, who is ‘‘chef’? at the Banks hotel. Mrs. U. Grant Smith is visit- ing her mother in Baxter Springs, Robert Liskey has returned from Sarcoxie, Mo.. where he has been sojourning for the past two weeks. James A. Smith and Capais Bunch drove to Joplin Tuesday on business. 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Miss Lena Guy, formerly of this city, but now of Lawrence, is the guest of George Judkins and wife. She intends to stay in Fort Scott about two months and to visit Pocatello, Idaho. William Bowlus will leave for Wichita next week to visit An- drew Hall, who was formerly employed by the Missouri Pacific railway at this point. On Friday night of last week five promising young colored students graduated from ~the High school. Their names are Arthur Uroa Dodson, Arthur Everett Drake, William Luther Allison, Robert Manly Jennison, Eliza Hickman. All graduated with high honors and are held in great esteem by the people of this city. All are leaders in so- chal affairs, and a bright future awaits them. The Knights of Pythias lodge has organized an Eastern Star lodge, No. 2, at this place, Richard Drake was appointed commander. The class in millinery lately organized by Mrs. Shaffer of Kansas City is getting along nice- ly. White ladies are in attend- ance and seem very enthusiastic over the work. Notwithstanding the inclem- ency of the weather Sunday the RE ee ee eee Er : ” Shackleford, — ‘ pher and a documents and all kinds of eatly copied. Prices reason- $ ANTEED, : PLAINDEALER. services at the Shiloh Baptist church were well attended and everything showed that under the pastorate of Rev. Bowren the church wil regain its former condition. The pastor will hold a grand rally on the second Sun- ‘day in June, when he expects to raise a large sum for the benefit of the church. ——s Read and keep posted. To to so, read this paper. * . ° MissMarie A.Gilmore Graduate Trained Nurse OF Freedman’s Hospital, Washington,DC —Will nurse by the week in Leavenworth or abroad. ADDRESS: 624 Fifth Ave., Leavenworth, Ks. * WHEN IN TOPEKA « ?. srrP, C. Danforth’s. Neatly Furnished Rooms—Board by the Day or Week. Lunch Coun- terin Connection. Open from 6a.m, 108 Kansas Ave. Near R.I. Depot. —-TOPEKA. 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