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Prof. Vernon is a Gentleman of the Highest Class, and the "Charges" Will Not Hinder Him in the Fight for Register of the Treasury VOLUME VIII. AFRAID TO SPEAK HIS SENTIMENTS! A Georgia Negro Editor is Against Reducing the South's Representation in Congress. "The question of the South's reduction of representation in Congress is again being discussed as a punishment for Negro disfranchisement. The Independent regards this agitation as a hurtful case of "too much friend." This is a plain case of proposing a remedy that will not reach the disease. "Our over zealous friends' proposition seeks to deprive the white man of his constitutional rights in order to restore to the black man his right. To illustrate: Alabama has nine representatives in Congress. The plan is to take from Alabama one or two representatives in order to restore to the 100,000 disfranchised Negro voters in the State their right to vote. The effect of this legislation will be to take from Alabama its rightful representatives in congress, and leave the 100,000 Negro citizens of Alabama still without their ballot. "Any remedy proposed which does not reach the evil complained of can not be otherwise than hurtful. The restoration of the Negroes' rights do not necessarily depend upon the abrogation of any right now enjoyed by the white man. The reduction of the white man's representation in congress will only legalize the theft that is now being perpetrated upon the race. Every disfranchising amendment now in force, is in direct violation of the federal constitution, but if congress should pass any law reducing the South's representation as a punishment for disfranchisement, it could have no other effect than to legalize the theft. This would not give a single Negro back his right to vote. The Negro would still be without his right to vote, and the South would lose much of its force and prestige in congress. In the law it would be fundamentally wrong to legalize a fraud, and in morals it would be equally as wrong to take from the white man his right in order to restore the black man his rights. Right is right, and two wrongs will not make one right. Our friends in congress can best serve our interest by stopping the discussion of remedies that will not reach our afflictions. Our friends can do us more harm by hurtful agitation than our enemies can by open and aggressive attacks. The reduction of the South's representation in Congress will ultimately hurt the Negro as much as the white man. Any legislation aimed at the interest of the white man will in common hurt any relative interest of the black man."—Atlanta Independent." Such is an editorial as appeared in a Negro newspaper opposing the reduction of Southern representation in the south and is more than we can comprehend. If the editor of the Atlanta Independent could use his paper in defense of the rights of every body and could vote, talk, and write as editors of white newspapers do, his article opposing the reduction of Southern representation would be proper and right but so long as one class of people are allowed to dictate the policy of certain Southern states and to assume all the rights and responsibilities unto themselves and ignore, bulldoze and trample under foot the rights of other people who are of a different race, is more than any fair-minded man can undesstand. TOPEKA, KANSAS, FRIDAY MORNING, DECEMBER 5. As long as Alabama, Georgia, and other Southern states boldly assert that the Negro has no right to vote or express themselves upon any issue, they should not be allowed to have the same number of representatives in Congress as states that do not attempt to disfranchise or ursurp the power of other citizens and at the same time represent them. The editor of the Independent and other colored men of his class do not seem to care to exercise the rights of free American citizens and want other members of the race to do likewise. If that class of colored people do not want to exercise their rights, and vote and have them counted there is no reason why they should be represented in the halls of Congress. Every nationality on the globe is represented by authority and are so respected and recognized, except in the Southern states. We hold that in these states representation should be reduced according to the votes cast. The Negroes who do not attempt to vote or exercise the elective franchise, should be forever disfranchised and allowed to roam with the cattle, and no state ought to be recognized or based on representation by such a class of people, nor either is any white man entitled to draw pay with a false idea that he represents that class who do not vote or have any voice in the government. Yes, we say the representation in Alabama and other states who are wrongfully holding seats in Congress, should be reduced. The Independent says this would not restore a single vote back to the Negro. Why, if we can see straight, he hasn't any vote now, therefore, he would not lose anything by the reduction in Congress. This is the only remedy to bring about fair play and the sooner the Southern white man learns that the Negroes have a right to vote and to free speech, the better it will be and the way to bring this about is to reduce his representation in Congress. That takes his standing from him, and money and his pride goes with that. Then it will develop that all living creatures who have a soul are entitled to representation and should have a voice in saying who that representative should be. It is absurd for several million of Negroes who are taxpayers and good law-abiding citizens not to be allowed to say who shall represent them in the halls of Congress. NICK CHILES. SALINA. The entertainment given at St John Baptist church last Tuesday evening was a grand success and $23.00 was raised. Mrs Arthur P. Rosemond spent a few days visiting friends at Great Bend during the holidays. A. P. Rosemond spent Christmas at home, Council Grove. DOINGS AT WASHINGTON! The political speculation and the acute interest which has been manifested in what will be the outcome of the Register of the Treasury situation has not been allayed by any new developments. No definitive knowledge has come from the White House as to who will be the successor to Judson W. Lyons, the present incumbent of that office. It is generally conceded, however, that Mr. Lyons will probably leave the office when his present term expires in April. The fight is yet between B. Laing Williams, of Chicago, Illinois and W. T. Vernon of Quindaro, Kansas. The chances at this time seem to favor the Kansas professor. In fact, it is rumored that the Kansas man has been definitely assured that his name will shortly be sent to the Senate for confirmation. It is also being asserted that in case Prof. Vernon is given the office of Register of the Treasury, Mr. Williams will probably be chosen for a consular post, the country not having been determined upon as yet. --- The unusual and stirring incident relative to the administration of Dr. John Gordon, president of Howard University, which has been engaging public interest and attention for the last eight or nine months, came to something like a dramatic climax last Wednesday. After listening to Dr. Gordon's ten-page letter accompanying his resignation, the board passed a resolution accepting the same without a dissenting vote. This meeting of the board of trustees developed some surprises in that what was expected by many did not happen. It was thought by some that there would probably be prolonged struggle on the part of new members of the board who have shown a disposition to upbraid Dr. Gordon and his course in the administration of the institution and and the expected attempt to give the administration of the Howard University president a vote of confidence was also withheld. It has been stated that it took the board less than ten minutes, after listening to the lengthy letter of Dr. Gordon, to accept his resignation. It is evident that the board was fully confident that the usefulness of Dr. Gordon was at an end, and that any further retention of his services in the institution would be detrimental to its best interests, a flagrant imposition upon the student body (which has showed such marked opposition to his course), the faculty of the institution, and the colored people in general, who have long since been convinced that his retention at the head of Howard University would impair the usefulness of the college and retard its progress. Seeing their duty clearly in the matter, the board lost no time in idle discussion, but proceeded at once to relieve the den and the cause of friction in the institution. Dr. Gordon has been granted a leave of absence until the end of the present school year, and is also permitted to occupy the president's mansion on the university grounds until his leave expires. Dr. Fairfield, one of the oldest professors in the university, and dean of the college department, was designated acting president at the same meeting. This removal of Dr. Gordon has probably cleared the much clouded skies which have been hanging over the destinies of the institution for some time and threatening its very existence. There is probably but one other obstacle now in the way of the onward march and progressive tendency of the beloved old institution, and when this is removed (which we trust will shortly follow the retirement of Dr. Gordon), the institution will have smooth sailing on the high plane for which its founders and its supporters destined it to reach. Should Dr. Tunis Hamlin, brother in-law of Dr. Gordon, retire from the presidency of the board of trustees of Howard University, it is felt by many that it would add much to relieving the tension and straitened relation yet existing among the faculty of the institution and the members of the board of trustees. Growing out of the resignation of Dr. Gordon and the appointment of his successor, the Washington Post on Friday, December 29, published the following editorial: "It seems to us that the imbroglio in Howard University has been solved exactly as it should have been. The withdrawal of the president, Prof. John Gordon, makes way for the only logical adjustment, which is the installation of a Negro educator in his stead. Howard should have had a colored president and an exclusively colored faculty long ago. Such a dispensation is a matter of plain justice. The college was intended for colored people. Colored students are in an overwhelming majority there. Why should not the institution be managed altogether by Negroes? Why should not the race have an unrestricted opportunity to assert itself and illustrate whatever virtues and capacities it may possess? We need hardly say, or at least we hope so, that all this talk on the part of the Howard students about their "manhood" and their "rights," etc. makes very little, if any, impression upon us. There can be no sort of doubt that their condition from every point of view has been unmeasurably improved by entering the university. What they mean by "manhood" is probably what white students in white colleges have come to mean of late, that is, they want to run the college themselves and to dictate in admits a moral, social and otherwise to the lawful constituted management. They have had a great many illustrious examples and their faculty of imitation is predomina t. But they are right in their present attitude, no matter what maladroit measures of impression they may adopt. It is essentially a colored school. There are hundreds of perfectly equipped colored educators to take charge of it, or if not, there ought to be. The whites should retire and leave the field to its proper and logical occupants. If after all these years, and with the aid, sympathy and encouragement that have been and still are showered upon they are not capable of conducting a highclass institution of learning with dignity, success and good report, they deserve to be left out of the educational scheme altogether and thrown upon their own resources. We are quite sure, however, they are both ready and abe to discharge the responsibilities in question, and we sustain them in demanding a full, fair and generously contrived opportunity." --- The above editorial expresses the spirit of what would certainly be just and fair in regard to a colored man assuming the presidency of Howard University, but it is hardly probable that the realization of this dream will be true in the near future. We do not believe that the present personnel of the board of trustees is favorable to any proposition of this nature, and their action in designating Dr. Fairfield, a white man, to be acting president, is thought to be an indication of the board's attitude in this respect. Dr. W. E. Dubois of Atlanta University, Ga., who has been in attendance upon the sessions of the American Economic Association, in Baltimore, Md., addressed the citizens of this community December 29 upon "The Economic Future of the Negro." There was considerable disappointment on the part of those who believed that Dr. Dubois subject would include remarks concerning Dr. Washington and the educational idea taught at Tuskegee Institute. This, however, was not touched upon, and the thread of the professor's address was that the future of the colored race would be worked out in that strip of country known as the "black belt." which comprises the northern half of the Gulf states, where their opportunities are greatest. Agriculture and the demand for skilled labor would always make good conditions for those of the race who had energy and ability. He stated that it is necessary for them to stand up for their political rights, or their efforts in other directions will be in vain. The exhibition of the colored pupils in the centennial celebration of the public school system of the District of Columbia during the past week was exceedingly creditable and greatly appreciated by those who saw it. The exhibition did much to awaken an interest in the minds of the patrons of the schools, and made bosh teachers and parents feel that the time and efforts spent were not in vain. The teachers in the grades had charge of their respective grades and the arrangement of the work was such as to allow the greatest possible scrutiny. Many men prominent in public life were in evidence both evening, and strangers who were spending the holidays with friends had an opportunity to inspect and form an opinion of the character of the work done. 一 The sessions of the American Economic Association held in Baltimore during the past week took up the question the "Economic Future of the Negro" last Friday. The discussion was participated in by Chasa Raper, University of North Carolina, M.S. Hammond, Ohio State University, R. C. Bruce, Tuskegee Institute and Theodore Marburg, Baltimore. During the discussion the position was taken by some that in attempting to estimate the future of the colored people the first duty should be to try to learn the truth as to his past and present economic status. The most important fact in the Negro's past economic history was the absence of white competition. The gravest factor in his future is the steady increase of such competition. The opinion of most of those discussing the question was that the destiny of their race must be worked out in the South and upon the soil. Hence the question of white competition is one of paramount importance. --- The nomination of Robert H. Terrell for justice of the peace, of the District of Columbia which had been sent to the Senate the week before and had been held up by a committee of that body for investigation, was reported to the Senate last Thursday and Mv. Terrell received his confirmation. As has been stated, the opposition to Mr. Terrell's confirmation on account of his alleged connection with the failure of the Capital Savings Bank and his recent speech in New York, which did not find favor with the colored people of the District of Columbia, made itself felt in a number of protests, the leading one being from J. N. Johnson, a Pension office clerk. These protests were sufficient to cause the Senate committee having under consideration the charges against Mr. Terrell to hold up the confirmation until investigation was made. Further than the letters already mentioned, there was little activity on the part of the colored people to substantiate the charges before the committee or make any other potent or effective objection, and the absence of these left the Senate with very little to investigate in Mr. Terrell's case, and hence the confirmation was agreed to and the nomination was acted upon favorably by the Senate. The newly appointed justice of the peace is now wearing the broad smile of victory and receiving the congratulations of his many friends, who were anxious as to his fate, which was so recently held in the balance of political scales. NUMBER 1. gister of the Treasury SOCIETY EVENTS AT EMPORIA! ```markdown ``` The Bradley-Wright Wedding Was a Brilliant Affair—Other Notes of Interest. A swell Emporia wedding was that of Miss Dorathy A. Bradley and Mr Benton Foard Wright, who were married in the AM church at eight o'clock Wednesday evening, December 27th, by Rsv Johnson. At the appointed hour two little ribbon girls, Henrietta Love and Edna Smith, in dainty little white frocks, marched in. The bride, preceded by the maid of honor, entered on the arm of her brother. She was gowned exquisitely in white silk trimmed with white ruching and chiffon. Her veil, full length was caught with a wreath of white rosebuds. Her boquet was of white carnatrons and ferns, tied with white satin ribbons. Miss Mac Helem, maid of honor, was gowned in white. Mr Wright was attended by George Burkes, of Hilltop, as best man, and Jesse Helm as groomsman. At the banquet following the ceremony M. and Mrs Bradley were assisted by Meadames L. D. Harris, J. E. Brallery, H. Cox of Strong City, and Miss M. Russell. The happy pair will live in Emporia for a short time. IOLA DOINGS The grandest affair that has taken place during the holidays was the wedding of Miss Pearl Johnson and Mr J. S Bass, Jr. The marriage was solemnized in Bell Chapel, A m church, by the Rev J S Bass, Sr, father of the groom. The bride was gowned in white satin, duchess trimmed in real point lace. The groom wore the regulation black Prince Albert. The house was profusely decorated in pink and white, and Mrs. Gaves played the wedding march. They will be at home in Topski, where Mr Bass is employed by Huntley & Ritchie. J. Birth, of Pearl City, was visiting friends in this town, for a few days. John Alexander of Yates Center, is visiting his son, Samuel, of 911 South street. Fred Dunnan, of Vian, I T., is visiting Bro Clarence. The O N O club gave a reception in honor of Mrs J. S. Bass, Jr, nee Miss Pearl Johnson. The rooms were decorated in the club colors, lavender and white, and about a hundred guests and friends were present. Mrs Mary Woodard is home from Ballwin, where she has been visiting relatives and friends. The Christmas for the Sunday Schools of Bassett was a success. Rev Dr Bans, pastor of the A.M. church and Rev Duncan, of the Baptist church, have good schools. William Groomer has purchased the Taylor business place on South street, for four thousand dollars. Miss Pearl Groomer has returned to her school at Wier City after spending Xmas with home folks William Groomer and wife, East Spruce. Bland and Papin, the popular young restaurant men, are doing well. ANTHONY. ANTIONY. W. S. Pyles, of Anthony, is visiting his brother and sister, Dr J. S. Teague and Mrs P. L. Timberlake. He reports a good time and says it is a fine country. LOCAL NEWS. Wm. Ray and wife of Council Grove, are the guests of Daniel Walker and family. F. L. Thompson of Omaha is visiting relatives in the city. The Rosebud club was entertained Thursday afternoon by Mrs. Allen Alexander. On last Monday, Wm. Buckner entertained his Sunday School class at dinner at his home east of town. Mrs. Wm. Plumb entertained the Ladies Sewing Circle of St. John's A, M. E. Church last Wednesday. A large number was in attendance. Rev. J. E. Edwards is indieposed this week. Mrs. Lula Sawyer entertained a number of her friends at dinner last Saturday evening. All report a fine time. Daniel Teat, after a visit with relatives, returned Tuesday to his home in Rush Springs, I. T. Mrs. S. P. Jordan entertained a few of her friends at dinner, New Years day. Mr. Wilson, after spending the holidays with Wm. Brookins and family, has returned to his home in Chickesha, I. T. Charles Gentry returned home Sunday from Trinidad, Colo. He will remain about a month. Next week we will pay our respects to the Peerless Princes for the foolish step they have taken in separating the schools. Wichita has always been known as the banner city for rufhans, etc., and now they are proving it. Miss Cora Bennett, will leave tomorrow for Council Grove, where she will resume her duties as teacher in the public schools. Mrs. E. E. Whitfield, field missionary for the National Baptist convention, was in the city Sunday and made enthusiastic addresses at the different Baptist churches. The blackmailers who are trying to malign Prof. Vernon also needs a little attention, which we will furnish in our next Like other races, we have the envious fellows who want no one to succeed but themselves. New Year's day the Elks kept open house from 3 to 6 p.m. About 200 guests enjoyed the hospitality of this popular organization, and those present express themselves as feeling glad that they were there. Punch and other refreshments were served in abundance. The Yale orchestra furnished music. Mr. Joseph H. Douglass violin virtuoso, will give a concert at St. John's A. M. E. Church, Jan. 22. Mr. Douglass has appeared in Topeka before and needs no introduction to the music lovers of this city. Hear him. --- On last Wednesday eveningMr. and Mrs. A. P. Smith entertained at 6 o'clock dinner, Rev. Edwards, Rev. Ransom, Oscar Over, G. W. Jackson and wife, Mesdames Annue Todd, and Bertha Beard. The dining room was tastefully decorated with Xmas greens and festooning and the dining room was especially attractive with its decorations and lights. Jack Johnson, pugilist hall player will enter the ranks of the actor as well as the fighter. He is a clever and graceful boxer and should make a decided hit. In the company of stars is Jake Lacy and his troupe of fun makers. Johnson and Mexican Pete Everetts will close each performance with a three round exhibition. The company opens at Metropolitan hall, Wednesday, Jan 10, after which they leave for a tour of Southern Kansas. The price of 25 cts. and 50 sts will admit you to this night of fun, sport and amusement. Johnson is a home boy and has won great fame in the East as a ball player and boxer. His many admirers will be pleased to come out and see him in his new role. "Say, where you going to spend the evening, Wednesday, Jan. 10?" "Well, I really don't know." "Come and go with me to Metropolitan hall and we will see Jack Johnson and Mexican Pete Everett in their exhibition. The prices are reasonable, 25 and 50 cts. I would like to know the wheer abouts of W. J. Anderson. When last heard of he was residing at 131 N Monroc street, Topeka, Kas. Albuquerque, N. M. Jno. Bass and bride, of Iola, are stopping at the Potter Hotel. James Fortson of Hopkinaville, Ky., is visiting his parents Mr. and Mrs. John Fortson, 315 Madison street. He had not seen his parents for eighteen years and will probably spend a few weeks with them. There has been rumor on foot that Miss Arnicholas Chiles of this office was secretly married to Mr. while visiting in Emporia. We have interviewed the lady on the subject, and she neither affirms nor denies the statement, so it is generally conceded that silence gives consent. We like for the wedding bells to ring in this office, but would like at least, to hear them when they ring Mr. and Mrs. W. W. Fisher entertained several of the distinguished, personal friends of Mr. Fisher at their beautiful home at 1826 Harrison street last Friday. Prof. W. T. Vernon was the guest of honor. Invited guests from all portions of the state were present and we must say that Mr. Fisher is the first gentleman to serve a dinner of this nature in Kansas. The bill of fare was an elaborate one. Prof. Vernon made a few remarks touching upon the advancement and progress of the Negro and the policy for the advancement of the colored people of Kansas was outlined by this gathering of leading politicians business and professional Negro men of Kansas. Mr. and Mrs. Fisher cannot be excelled as as host and hostess and they are making many friends. It is certainly commendable to gather a few of our leading colored men together and discuss important issues in a social manner for the betterment of the race. VERNON IS ALL RIGHT. Prof. W. T. Vernon, leader, educator, diplomat, gentleman and scholar, will have no trouble furnishing whatever is necessary to refute any "charges" that may be brought against him. WESTERN UNIVERSITY. One of the strong forces at work in making such a brilliant success of the Inter-State Literary convention which convened in Kansas City, Mo. during the holidays was the various highclass talent contributed by Western University. Four student literary societies and the teachers' reading circle were represented by fifteen delegates. The fine work of the university quartette and the beautiful sweet solos and duets of those representing our societies, are numbers that fairly captured and charmed the hundreds who attended the sessions of the convention. The orations of our students were among the best rendered. The excellent rendition of "Rosalind's Surrender" by Miss Irene Beard called forth great applause. President Wm. T. Vernon addressed the convention Tuesday evening, Rev. E. R. Vaugn officiated in a religious manner, Prof. Albert Ross served as member of finance committee, Prof. R. G. Jackson was a judge in the original music contest, and Prot. Archie Gregg was electep first vice president of the convention for the present year. As a factor in contributing high grade talent to the uplifting and progressive movements of the West this school stands second to no other Negro educational institution. PIONFER KANSAN AT REST. Erastus Duncan Hawkins departed this life at 1:15 a.m., Saturday, Dec. 30, 1905, at his home 12 Hendrix Street. He was born in Fayetteville, Ark., September 28, 1845, and came to Kansas in 1863, where he enlisted in Co. E, 79th. U.S. Col. Vol. Inf., and served as a soldier during the Civil War until honorably discharged. He had suffered considerably from paralysis for the past four years Mr. Hawkins was one of the pioneer settlers of the town, and was well known and very highly respected by all those who knew him. He was a stone mason by trade but his health failing him, he took up the trade as carpet layer and house cleaner, but in later years he became totally unable to do manual labor. He leaves a wife, Sarah Hawkins, and five children: Prof. Ernast J., Anthony L., Essie A., Mrs. Cox, of Pittsburg, and Mrs. Booker, of Iola. The funeral was in charge of Mnsonic Lodge, Keystone No. 9 Funetal services were conducted by Rev M. Wootten, of the A M E church. Interment was made in the family lot, Evergreen Cemetery. Friends of the family and deceased showed their appreciation and esteem by literally covering the casket with floral offerings of many designs. His presence will be much missed, as he was quite prominent in politics and social life when in health. WAITERS AND PORTERS' CHAS. PHELPS' Barber Shop is where you meet them. The leading barber shop in the city. ....... 914-816 Rrancle St., ST. JO*EPH, MC L. J. Maddux, Groceries Meats and all kinds of Produce. Home'Phone 784 West. 852 Freeman Ave Kansas City, Ks When in Leavenworth call on 7 these gentlemen at Heaquarters Open day and night. Refreshments of all kinds 416 Cherokee Street. Board $3 Per Week. Regular Meals 15c HOUSES to RENT. Neatly Furnished and Unfurnished Rooms. Also Rooms for Light Housekeeping. 1107 N. 6TH ST. S. M. POWELL, PROP., FORD'S HAIR POMADE Formerly known as "OZONIZED OX MARROW" 50 The Ozonized Ox Marrow Co. 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No. 23,556. In the District Court of Shawnee County, Kansas. Haza C. Whitle, plaintiff. William A. Whitla, defendant. State of Kansas to William A. Whitla, greeting: You are hereby notified that Clara C. Whitla has filed in the above entitled case and court her act against you wherein she prays for a divorce and that certain property in said petition described, be decreed to be the property of said Clara C. Whitla, and that unless you answer the petition of the plaintiff on or before the 7th day of January, 1906, the said petition will be taken as true, and judgment rendered accord ingly. Hereof you will take due notice. [SEAL] Clerk of said Court W. S. McClintock. Attorney for Plaintiff. NAGGING WOMEN. Dr. Robertson Wallace says that the "nagging" woman has been greatly maligned in the past, when it was not understood that her irritability and bad temper were a sign that her nerves were seriously out of order. "Nagging, the most pernicious of all the morbid nerve habits which afflict women, is due," he says, "to exhaustion of the nervous system from want of due rest, nourishment or recreation; in a word it is the result of undue nervous strain. A woman who has developed the nagging habit needs medicine not mockery. She is most likely in urgent need of the rest cure, of change of scene, freedom from worry, and abundant—indeed, superabundant, nourishment. It is often for gotten—if, indeed, it has ever been learned—that housekeeping on a small in come is one of the most nerve-wearing and harassing occupations under the sun and that (unlike the man who has his business hours sharply defined) a woman's work is never done, ending, indeed, only when flesh and blood can endure no longer. Nor is there any doubt that many an aggravated case of nagging is on the dum, uncertain borderland of insanity." DIDN'T KNOW ABOUT ORCHIDS. The young man was from the country, and, while he was mighty nice, he wasn't what might be called sophisticated. He had been to the hospital to see a friend who was all and she looked so pale and wan that the young man was imbued with the greatest sympathy for her. "What sort of flowers do you like best?" he asked as he made ready to go, his tone pregnant with meaning. 'Orchids,' replied the all woman faintly. The young man only knew about orchids in a general way, and no good angel warned him, so he said good bye cheerily, and went at once from the hospital to a florist's. "Tot any orchids?" he asked the florist, inlegantly. "We haven't any on hand," responded that merchant; but we can get you some." "I wish you would," said the misguided youth. "Get me two dozen, will you, and send them to Miss Blank, at the Hogarth hospital. Send me the bill when the things are delivered, and I'll stop by and pay you." The florist looked dubious and acquiesced to this arrangement but slowly. His hesitation caused the young man a burst of caution "By the way," said he, "how much will they be?" "Well, you see we have to send to New York for them, and I would not be surprised if they cost $2 apiece; but I'll try to get them for $1.50 for you." "Say," said the youth from the country, "I won't give you all that trouble. Just send a dozen American Beauties to the hospital, will you, and I'll pay you now." And he walked out a wiser and gladder man--Baltimore News. HINTS TO HOUSEKEEPERS HINTS TO HOUSEKEEPERS. When unfortunate enough to rub or tear a piece from the outer surface of a black kid glove or kid shoe, take a few drops of sweet oil and mix it with an equal amount of black ink. Apply the mixture to the white spot, or any part that may be rubbed, and the spot will be hardly noticeable. This treatment will also freshen an old pair of black kid gloves. "Coal oil will knock any cold sally," said C. C. Warren in the Baltimore News. 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I firmly believe that if a man will take fifteen to twenty drops of turpentine in sugar every two months he will never be sick. It's an internal Turkish bath in effect, and leaves the system thoroughly cleansed, and in good shape to take on new strength. There is no excuse for a cold, and it's a dangerous thing to pass by." The ugliest nails can be improved by taking the trouble daily to push back in hard skin that grows at the base of the nails. This should be done after the hands have been washed in warm water and soap and are still moist. A soft towel is the best thing to use for the purpose, or an ivory or bone implant such as is sold in manicure sets. If the baby's cyclids are not perfectly closed, suspect weakness. If you see a furrow passing from either side of the nose around the mouth, there is probably something the matter with stomach or intestines. A furrow from either mouth corner, passing outwards, may indicate something wrong with the throat or lungs. The bath is a little tiresome to keep in good condition unless great care is taken. When the enamel is dirty and discolored, take some parafine, dip a piece of flannel into it, and keep rubbing the bath gently until the dirt is removed then wash with warm soap and water. Zinc goods can be made to look like new in this way. Parafine is used in so many ways and is of wonderful assistance to the housewife while waging her war against dirt. This substitute for apient medicine is excellent for both children and adults and keeps the skin nice and clean. Place some figs in a stewing jar, cover with good salad oil, and stew very gently. When they are soft, sweeten with honey and flavor with ground ginger or lemon juice; stir all together thoroughly while hot, and for a dose take one or two figs. Prunes may be prepared in the same way if preferred. Here is a very good suggestion from Good Housekeeping: Canaries are fond of green food, and when lettuce is source a substitute is offered in a little of their favorite seed planted in small flowering pots and allowed to grow. The birds like it all the better if they are allowed to pick out the plants themselves. The English society of arts offered a prize for the best process of cleaning milk, woolens and cotton fabrics—and that would not change the color or injure them in any way. The winning recipe was as follows: Grate two good sized potatoes into a pint of clear, clean soft water. Strain through a coarse sieve into a gallon of water and let the liquid settle. Pour the starchy fluid from the sediment, and it is ready for use. Rub the article gently in the liquid, mose thoroughly in clear water, dry and press. Home-Phone 8013 Main. Open Day and Night Royal Cafe Regular Meals 15 Cents. 404 Broadway KANSAS CITY, MO BOYNTON, I. T. Christmas has come and gone, and unlike former ones in this town a most pleasant recolection lingers in our minds. A year ago, our Xmas was marred by a riot, drunkenness and a general reign of terror. This Xmas everybody was orderly and not a single arrest was made. There were several social fetes and entertainments. Among other Xmas dinners, was a great spread at the cozy home of Albert Bunn and wife, of which ye seribe and wife partook. At night, the S. S. of Allen AME Church had their Xmas tree and concert. All of the young people present were provided for by the S. S. In fact everybody was given goodies. On Tuesday night the Excelsior Club, a ladies' social organization, gave its first annual social at the beautiful residence of Mrs. Charles Erell. On the same evening the public school gave a fine concert. Mrs. Mary Rich and her three daughters, Misses Jennie, Jeannetta and Hattie, spent the holidays at Brush Hill where a son and brother, Alex. Rich, was united in marriage to Mist Melissa Whitfield. On the 27th F. W. Carter stole away to Muskogee and took to himself a wife, Miss Evangeline Sims. They returned to this city, where they will make their residence. On Saturday, while the carpenters were putting the finishing touches to the AME church, the ladies of the church were serving dinner to raise funds to buy a stove. The entertainment was continued at night, and resulted in more money than was needed for that particular purpose. Mrs Ida L. Robinson was at the head of the ladies. Sunday morning the church was thromm open to the public. The informal dedication services commenced at 11 a.m., with a good program. Pastor J. C. Hicks being sick and unable to be present, the services were conducted by Capt. George S. Robinson, who offered the dedication prayer and delivered the discourse. Other speakers were Mrs George T. Robinson, the first person to join the church and the chairman of the Board of Steward. ences; Steward N. G. Trout; Mrs. Susie Hicks, President of the Miss Society, and Mrs. N. G. Trout, and then followed general remarks. Auong other things the chairman said: "We can congratulate ourselves this morning on being the first congregation to occupy its house of worship. I have longed to see a church spire tower heavenward in Boynton. I would have rejoiced had some other church been first. On entering a town the first thing I look for is a church steeple. If I see that, I know God is in that town. In the beautiful Psalm [cxxxvi] read we learn that God hath done great things for us, wherof we are glad." He had words of praise for all who contributed toward the success of the work, and especially for the noble women who never tire in their work of love. The choir rendered sweet music, Miss Carrie E. Burnett presiding at the organ. There was one addition to the church. Watch meeting began at 10 p.m., and continued till the New Year was ushered in. Rev J. M. Granberry delivered a spirited sermon and there was a general exchange of congratulations, with songs and hand shakings. The holliday season was brought to a glorious close by a New Year concert by the Old Maid's Club on Monday night. It was a great treat to the large crowd, and a financial success. WEIR CITY NEWS. Iev J. W. Warren, the new a m preacher, arrived on the 23d ult., and will at once take charge. R. L. Wagner, of St Louis, is spending the holidays in our city, the guest of James Anderson and wife, returning December 27. He is one of the Booker T. Washington boys. The Odd Fellows gave an entertainment on the evening of Dec 20. Mr William Grisby, formerly of Weir, now at Independence, spent the holidays here, the guest of Jno. Grear and wife. The W. L. Grant Literary had a mock trial on the 28th On the 27th the Masons held a public installation of office.s conducted by J. H. Stewart. The Sir Knights had a Christmas tree on Monday night, Jan. 1, 1906, at Baker's hall. Prof J. E Funley returned on New Year's day to take up school on the 2nd, after spending a week with his mother, at Chetopa. Miss Blummer, of Iola, assistant teacher, also returned. Mrs S. A. Kimmel, who spent a week in Kansas City, the guest of Rev J. R. Richardson and family, is home again. Rev P. S. Jackson has returned home to hold a ten days' meeting in Kansas City, M. D. D. Borders, while sitting in church on the last day of December was shocked to receive a telegram from Kansas City, stating that his cousin was dead. Mr Borders left on the noon train for Kansas City. Mrs Mary Grisby and her uncle Louis left on the 2nd for Independence, after having spent a week as the guests of Mr and Mrs Gray. ALBUQUERQUE. Mrs. A. B. Montgomery was the recipient of of a large Xmas box of many valuable presents from intimate friends of Topeka, Kansas, Misses Maudine Jasper and Yola Black gave a reception to a large number of their friends, at the residence of Mrs. L. S. Black. Whist and other games were the order of the evening, the specici.' feature being a large Xmas pye with eighteen different species of animals, repreceating the eighteen young ladies present, each young lady getting an animal of some species. The house was beautifully decorated with evergreens, carnations, and cut flowers. The holiday ball given by the Twentieth Century Dancing Academy, on the 28th ult., was well attended; and was a grand success. This institution should have the support of all dancing people, as it furnishes a place of amusement for our young people, thus keeping them out of saloons and other places of degradation in search of this one thing, amusement. The reception given by Eureka Lodge No. 17, A. F. & A. M., on New Year, evening, to their wives, daughters and friends, was a grand success in every detail and a most pleasant time was had by all those present. The opening prayer was delivered by Rev Byars; address by Rev Mr Jones, on True Masonry; paper by Hon T. O Mason, subject being The Relation of Masonry to Christianity; violin and piano duct by Miss Yola Black and Mr. Theo. Brenson: paper by Mrs. A. McLain, subject The Foundation of and the Relation of the Eastern Stars to the Male Lodge. At the conclusion of the program all were seated to an elegant spread which had been prepared for them through the hospitality of this grand and ancient order, covers being laid for eighty persons. Afterwards the hall was cleared and dancing was indulged in until the wee, sma' hours. All expressed themselves as being delightfully entertained. SPRINGFIED, MO. Mrs. Coleman of St. Louis, is in the city, guest of Mrs. James Hardrick. Miss Fisk of Kansas City, is visiting friends in the city. Mrs. S. Parker is visiting at Pittsburg, Kansas. The Blue Ribbon club entertained New Years night at their "Palace Hall." Mr. Wallace of Chicago and Mr. Coleman of St. Louis were in the city New Years day. U. R. Smith and wife have returned from Kansas. Prof. B. F. Allen and wife have been indisposed recently. Mrs. Elmer Penn of Kansas City is in the city. WAKARUSA. Alex. Tucker and little grandson, Merbert, of Okla., spent the holidays with his sister-in-law, Mrs. Mattle Chinn and family. George Irwin, of Topeka, spent the latter part of the holidays visiting his niece and husband, Mr Ben Chinn and wife. LAWRENCE. The Athena Club met with Miss Sarah Holvay 831 New York street. An excellent program was rendered after which light refreshments were served, and the club adjourned to meet December 30th. Miss M. P. Brockmon will leave for Sweet Springs, Mo, on the 3rd, to visit relatives and friends. Miss Young and Miss Margaret Foster will spend New Year's in Lawrence, the guests of Miss Sarah Holvar. When in Weir Stop at... The Red Star Hotel Boarding and Lodging Open Day and Night Mrs. Frances Harris, Proprietor. THE AMERICAN NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT (INCORPORATED L. 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A full line of Cigars and Tobacco, Vegetables, Poultry, etc. Free delivery to all parts of the city. We solicit a share of your patronage. 574 DEGOTO ST COR CLAY, New 'Phone 33 Your Xmas Hat Until you see my nice new HOLIDAY STOCK. Every hat up-to-date, and in all the latest shapes. I am sure that you will find something to suit you. Mrs. L. H. Slaughter, 431 Kansas Ave., (upstairs) Peoples Cafe PENMAN & WILSON, PROPRIETORS. An ideal place to get a nice meal or short order. Everything is first-class, and our special Sunday Dinner is unsurpassed. Give us a call. 105 WEST FIFTH STREET C. E. Anderson, Pool and Billiard Parlors Headquarters for those who wish a nice time. When in Pittsburgh, call on him. 205 EAST THIRD STREET DENVER, COLO. Never in the history of Denver, have the people been worked up as they are now. Campbell A. M. E. church was organized September 18, 1905 by Rev. D. D. Cole, with a membership of fifty-six hard-working men and women. When Bishop C. T. Shaffer sent Rev. Cole to take charge of the church it was in a very bad condition. In a short time the church proved to be too small. Rev. Cole put every member to work and in a short time Campbell church was the fourth largest church in the Colorado conference. This and nothing else brought fights against the Rev. D. D. Cole; we know whereof we speak. The trustees had asked Bishop Grant to return to the said church for the third year's probate, but the bishop paid no attention to us. The P. E. Rev. J. Allen had served the same charge and could not get along. Iev. D. D. Cole moved along like Don't Buy NY STYLE EA FOAM, TONIC, SHAVE MASSAGE. ork Guaranteed— CORNER DESOTO ST. Gilliard's E. Memphis'Phone 957 lin, ractor Hotel Work a Specialty. Uncerfally Furnished, MEMPHIS PHONE 2678 BROS., Fresh Meats. and Tobacco, Vegetables,ery to fall parts of the city. or patronage. New 'Phone 3308 a Moses, so we simply write this to let the people know. Rev. Cole has had some hard knocks, but we have learned that every knock is a buster, and if you don't believe it come to Denver and hear Rev. Cole proach and sing. He is what the world is after—a money-raiser. We have the only choir in the West that sings in robes. Just to let the people know, the church is on Larimer street, 25-2461 JOHN KIRTLEY. CHARLES HUNTER. EDWARD WADDIE. Trustees. Rev. D. D. COLE, Pastor. MRS. EMMA WILSON, Sec'y. INDEPENDENCE Mr. and Mrs, Fred M. Buckner entertained their mother and father, Mr. and Mrs. H. M. Bucknor, Mr. and Mrs. N. Thomas Buckner, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Martin, Mrs. Harden, Misses Hertie and Viola Buckner and Georgia Lee and Mr. James H. Buckner. Miss Georgia Lee has returned to her home in Coffeyville. Mrs. Warden of Pittsburg returned home Monday. Miss Hettle Buckner returned to Pittsburg, after a short visit with her grrndparents in Coffeyville. PITTSBURG, KAN8. D. A. Whittaker of Coffeyville was in the city last week on business. Mr. D. R. Jones left for Butler, Mo. Saturday to spend a few days with relatives, and will return with his wife, who has been visiting for several week. Mr. Cox went to Ft. Scott Burday to attend the funeral of his father-in-law, Mr. Hawkins. The residence of Mr. Wm. Peoples burned Sunday, and its contents were destroyed. Mr. Peoples is an old and respected citizen; his residence was a six room house on East Eighth street. Mr. Spencer Van Winkle a prominent barber of Burlington, was in the city this week. Mrs. Julia Person of Yale was in the city Sunday, on her return from Burlington, where she had been after her sister, Mrs. Sadie Mondie, who is very ill. --- RICK CHILES, BUSINESS MANAGER J. M. CHILDERS, EDITOR S. H. Haynes announces his candidacy for county commissioner, subject to the Republican primaries, 1906. Stanley Medlicott, deputy County Treasurer, announces himself a candidate for the office of County Treasurer; subject to the Republican primaries, 1906. H.I. Monroe, deputy County Clerk, is a candidate for County Clerk, subject to the Republican primaries, 1906. Will Van Orsdol announces his candidacy for County Clerk, subject to the Republican primaries. George A. Huron is a candidate for Probate Judge, subject to the Republican primaries. The Yuletide season in Washington will be one full of unusual events, festivities and galeties. Society is preparing to entertain itself in a way that has not been its custom for many years. Cotillions, dances, parties, lectures, musical entertainments and card parties will be indulged in lavishly. The principal social event will be the cotillion to be given by Miss Hattie Shadd, daughter of Dr. F. J. Shadd, one of the most prominent physicians in this city. Society is looking forward with keen anticipation of pleasure to this event. Another pleasing feature of the week will be the recital and promenade of Aeotian Mandolin, Guitar and Benjo club which will take place this evening. Prof. W. S. Scarborough will open the midwinter season of the Bethel Literary association on January 2; his subject will be "Race Integrity." We want our subscribers to pay up. We need money badly. Please mail P. O. order for the amount of your indebtedness and oblige. We shall pay our respects to Vardaman of Mississippi next week and shall not spare any pains to make ourselves understood. ATCHISON, KANS. Prof. Pease of Lawrence spent Christmas day in the city. Messrs. Ira E. Munford, W. E. Gray, Misses Ethel Penn, Lillian Cunningham, Virginia St. Clair, Winifred Morton attended the Inter State in Kansas City. Misses Maud Vanal and Florence Hawkins of Lincoln spent a part of last week in the city, guests of Misses Elnora Hudson and Cora Jones. Messrs. Andrew and Preston Mosley spent the holidays with their brother, W. Mosley, in Lincoln. Mr. Minor Robinson, who received serious injuries by falling through the elevator at the Byram hotel several weeks ago, is able to resume his duties. Mrs. W. H. Hudson kept open house New Year's day to her many friends. Punch was served and a very pleasant greeting was given all who called. Messrs. Richard Nunn, F. Jackson, C. Briggs, Misses E. McSpadden and E. Porter attended the grand party at Centralia Friday night. Miss Cora Jones is able to be out again, after a long and severe illness of inflammatory rheumatism. Mrs. Cora Brown and children left Wednesday for their home in Cheyenne, Wyoming, after a pleasant visit with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Ingram. Mr. Arthur Jennings left Tuesday for a month's visit with his mother, Mrs. B. Cooper in Cheyenne, Wyo. Mesdames Cora and Eliza Morton of St. Joseph spent New Year's day with their sister, Mrs. Bertie Ingram. Mr. John Cook, who has been spending the holidays at home, returned to Blue Rapids Sunday. Mrs. Ella Taylor, who has been seriously ill, is a little improved. Mr. John Dysart died Monday of pneumonia fever, after an illness of several days. He leaves a wife and several children to miss his presence. Miss Louise Henderson, one of Atchison's most charming girls, has returned from Kansas City, where she has been visiting her sister, F. J. Weaver, for the past five weeks. Mr. and Mrs. Joe Henderson visited their daughter, Mrs. F.J. Weaver of Kansas City, during the holidays. They returned home loaded down with presents. MEMPHIS. TENN. Miss Laura Ellis and Mr. James Guen were united in the bonds of holy wedlock Sunday evening, Dec. 24th, at 6 o'clock, Rev. B. Lane officiating. C. M. Jones is rapidly improving from the injuries sustained in an accident some time ago. Miss Ninnie Wilburn and Mr. Theo. Johnson were united in the bonds of holy matrimony Sunday evening, Dec. 24th, at 7:30 o'clock, Rev. B. Lane officiating. A. Macklin of Mason, and B. Johnson of Somerville, were the distinguished guests of Mrs. R. Macklin during the holidays. Mrs. E. M. Jones is improving after undergoing an operation two weeks ago. Mrs. W. M. Dillard, who is engaged in teaching at Kerville, spent the holidays in the city with her husband at their beautiful residence on Indiana avenue. R. E. Robinson has returned from a visit with his mother at Yarden, Miss. Mrs. Jeannette Parker of Duck Hill, Miss., visited with Mrs. R.E. Robinson during the holidays. Mrs. Wm. Kimble has returned from Water Valley, Miss., where she was summoned to the bedside of her father. Mrs. L. A. Bowers has returned from Joelton, after an absence of two months. Dr. Sadie F. Porter has returned from a very pleasant trip to Holly Springs, Miss. She attended the C. M. E. conference while there. The St. John Baptist church was filled with a beautiful audience last Sunday evening at 8 o'clock to witness the marriage of Miss Annie McMichael and Mr. B. F. Nunn, the Rev. T. J. Searcy, pastor of the Metropolitan Baptist church, and Rev. T. O. Fuller, principal of the Howe Institute, officiating. The bride is the daughter of the distinguished Rev. W. J. McMichael, pastor of the Saint John Baptist church, and is a graduate of Howe Institute. The groom is a business man of Saint Louis. We wish for them a happy union and a great success through life. Western University, QUINDARO, KANSAS NEW TRANSIT BUILDING FOR WESTERN UNIVERSITY AT EVANBRADA COLLEGE. The Leading and Best Institution of its Kind in the Great West. Classical, College, Preparatory, Normal, Sub-Normal, Musical (Instrumental and Vocal), including piano, organ and harmony, Drawing (Fine Arts and Mechanical), Carpentry, Printing and Book-Binding, Business Course, Stenography and Typewriting, Tailoring, Dressmaking and Illain Sewing, Cooking, Laundering, Farming and Gardening. Information For terms, prices and all inducements offered, write to WILLIAM T. VERNON, A. M., D. D. President Phones { Office—Bell—"White" 4302……Residence—Bell—"West" 15. The Entre Nous club gave its New Year party at Peterson's hall Monday evening. Harrison Gould and wife of Des Moines, In., after a pleasant visit of two weeks in the city, guests of T.P.Mahammitt and wife, returned home Wednesday. Miss Bessie Singleton entertained for Miss Foster of Hastings, Neb., last Friday evening. Thos. Reese and wife are enjoying a visit from their cousin, Geo. Taylor, from the City of Mexico. John Smith entertained a few friends Monday afternoon. Mrs. E. W. Pryor entertained Monday evening for her guest, Mrs. Foster, of Hastings. Misses Ottomar Eligan and Nora Payne gave a party Tuesday evening at the residence of the former, 2023 Grant street. Mrs. Louis Crabb of Topeka, Ks., spent the holidays with her sister, Mrs. Wills, 2014 Lindsey ave. Watching meetings were largely attended at the various churches. The many friends of Mrs. Leslie Phillips will be pained to learn that her mother, Mrs. Bass, continues quite ill. The ladies of the art club received Monday afternoon at the residence of Mrs. Chas. H. Hicks, 2117 Iard street. LEFT OVER FROM LAST WEEK. Mr. J. Miles and wife, of Tabor, Iowa, are spending the holidays in the city, visiting friends. Miss Sadie Horn, after a ten days visit in Lincoln, returned home on Sunday. Mrs Fred Emery of Minneapolis, Minn, is in the city, visiting relatives. John Smith spent Christmas day in Lincoln, Neb. Mrs M. O. Ricketts is spending the holidays in St Joseph, with her husband and daughter. Thomas Reese has been detained at home by illness, the past week. Mrs Will Macon left Tuesday for a visit in Sedalia and St Louis. Wes John B. Merritt and wife spent Christmas day in Lincoln, visiting Mrs Merritt's brother, John Eaely, and family. Miss Alma Watkins is in Lincoln visiting Miss Maud Vannell. Mrs Shropshire has received a message from Kansas City, stating the serious illness of her mother, Mrs Scroggins. The concert at St John's AMB church on Christmas night was well attended. Ben Jones, of 4124 Nicholas St., is spending a few days at home with his family. Dr W. M. Gordon and wife were entertained at dinner, on Christmas day, by Thomas Payne and wife. Clarence Wiggington is enjoying a vacation. Miss Willimax, of Atchison, is in the city as the guest of Miss Sind Ferguson. Paul Wiggington is suffering from tonsilitis. Miss Leona Parker of 924 No 27, entertained Christmas day; she also received a beautiful piano as a present. The Full Dress Ball of the P.H. Social Club on Wednesday evening was quite a well affair. Miss M. Latcher of N - 25 is visiting friends and relatives at Leavenworth, her home. Clarence W. Wiggington, one of Omaha's most clever Negro waiters contributed an article to the Christmas number of the "Alexander" magazine, of Boston. Miss Crawford, of Chicago, and Miss Flora Cassell spent Christmas in Lincoln. Miss Katie Lucas leaves about January 10th, '96, for Los Angeles, to reside. William S. Metcalf and Mrs. Josephine Stepp were married last week. They are at home to their friends at 3442 S 15th street. Mrs Dorris Thornton, of 2818 miami street, received a card that announced the marriage of hes younger sister, Christmas day. Gus Coma and miss Jessie Davis were married on Saturday of last week. Capt John R Lynch, his private secretary, M McCary and family left Friday for Passadena, Cal., to spend the next six months, prior to leaving for the Philippine Islands. A pleasant surprise was given to Mrs Thomas Slusser, on Tuesday evening, at her residence on 40th and Nicholas st., under the expert chaperonage of Miss M. Goodchild. Mrs E. M. Pryor entertained on Tuesday evening for her guest, Mrs Roberts, of Hastings, Neb. A delightful matine party was enjoyed Christmas day by E. W. Powers and wife, H. V. Plummer, Mrs Mary Overall, and Miss Eulalia Ovorall. After the performance at the "Burwood" Mrs Overall was the hostess at an elaborate dinner at her residence, 2010 Lake street, followed by cards and music. The Zion Baptist church had three Christmas trees monday eve. The dance at Osthoff's hall, under the management of Prof Wilson, was quite largely attended Christmas night. Miss Urline Bowler entertained at dinner Christmas day misses Mary and Irene Neuman and Otis and Tuma Watson. Mrs Maynard Wilson entertained at dinner, Christmas day, Mrs Benjamin Jones and niece, Miss Addie Bryant. Encott M. Powers is rejoicing over the favorable reports he has lately received of his mining stock in Tonapah, Nev., 50,000 shares having been sold in two months. Miss Gracie Payne has returned from a pleasant visit in Lincoln. Mrs R. M. Workeuff and mother, Mrs. R. Turner, entertained at dinner, Christmas day, Mrs Will O Harris, of St Paul, minn, Mrs Dan'l Eligan and daughter, Miss Ottamer, and Mayme E Johns. Winifred Johnson royally entertained Friday evening. December 22nd, at whist and dancing. The Eureka Social club met with Kymphus Workcuff Friday evening December 29. Mrs Mary Overall, Mrs E. W. Univer O,KANSAS ```markdown ``` Powers and Miss Eulalia Overall will receive at the residence of mrs. Overell, 2010 Lake, New Year's afternoon and evening. G. Taylor and wife, new residents from Colorado Springs, Col., have purchased a home at No 2017 Miami Street. Miss Ella Gilkie had as guests on Christmas day, Missen Bettie Wingington, Guessie Thompson, Georgia Kennedy, Mennern Gus Boone and John Woods. Henry Burnett of Kansas City and Will Burnett of Cherryvale visited relatives here this week. Joseph Lark went to Baxter Springs Sunday. Mrs. Elliott of Tennessee, arrived in the city Sunday to visit with relatives for an indefinite period. Arthur Young and wife of Joplin were guests of Mr. Young's parente Christmas day. Osborne Powell and Thos. Clay of Cherryvale passed through the city Tuesday, en route to Joplin. Leroy Daniels of Spokane, Wash., arrived in the city last Sunday and spent several days with his parents. He went from here to Louisiana, where he will spend a few days. James Poynter of Joplin was in the city Monday. Mrs. Will White of Kansas City, and Miss Cora Cheatum of Lowell, were among the visitors here this week. Miss Frances Lane of Carthage, Mo., visited friends here this week. Joseph Ewing and wife entertained at dinner Monday Mr. and Mrs. Harvey, William Crockett and his mother. G. Bunch of the Ind. Territory, spent the holidays with parents. Foster McClarn of Baxter Sp'ge was in the city last Saturday. Roy Fleming of Joplin, Mo., spent Sunday in this city. Fred McClarn of Kansas City and Mrs. Emma Burnett visited in the city last week. Levi Davis of Kansas City, was among the holidays visitors. The installation of the Knights of Pythias was held Wednesday evening. rity, The Great Educational Institution for Kansas and the West Departments Theological College, Normal Sub-Normal and State Normal. the Great West. s deathful Climate, Good In- ers. n and all inducements offered, W. M. E. JACKSON, M. D. PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON Office 604 Kansas Ave. L. BISIND. TOPEKA, KANSAS BELA PHONE 1091 MAIN OFFICE HOURS 7 to 10 A. M. 12 M. to 8 P.M. 10 A. Phone 909. 7 to 10 P. M. PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON Examining Physician of the Knights and Ladies section, Special Attention to desseries of women and private despoises. Office and Residence. 327 MADISON STREET NEWS OF THE WEEK. Mrs. L. Bell is visiting her daugh- ter in Cherokee, Kans. The Golden Rod Art club will meet this afternoon with Mirs Lela Ford. Myra Marie Harris spent the holidays with her uncle and family in Ft Scott, Kans. The Ne Plus Ultra Art club met with Miss Lela Norman last week. The Atheneum Art club will meet Jan. 9, with Mrs. Eli Crouse, 717 Jackson Street. D. Hickman spent the last Sunday of the old year in Perry. Mrs. H. H. Choteau entertained a few friends at her home on New Year's evening. A pleasant time was had by all. Marcellous Owens who has been on the sick list, is able to be out again. Fabron DeFrantz spent the holidays in this city. He is an attendant at Kansas University at Lawrence. The musical program rendered at Shiloh Baptist church last Friday night was a splendid success both socially and financially. Glenn Watkins and sister, Georgia, entertained at whist Tuesday evening at their home, 435 Polk. We are in receipt of several letters from M. D. Morris, who is traveling through all of the foreign countries. He is a Kansas City young man and a member of the 23rd. Kansas and has done service in Cuba. His last address was Calombo, India. Scott and Rucker's concert company appeared Tuesday evening at St John's A. M. E. Church. Despite the inclement weather, the entertainment was well attended. The selections were rendered with ease and talent and especially did the audience enjoy the new song by Mr. Scott entitled "Nobody". Miss Mable Bryant was the charming hostess of an all-night party, Sunday night, Dec. 31. It was a new and novel way of watching the old year out and the new year in, and all expressed themselves delightfully entertained. Mr. and Mrs. D. Hickman entertained at New Year's dinner complimentary to an old friend Mr. A. Robison of Bogue. Kas. The guests were A. Robison, Mesdames Maude Hayes, A. P. Smith, Tilda Martin. Mr. Robinson who has been spending the holidays with his daughter, Mrs. Hayes, is a successful farmer of Graham county and has held position as school director in District No. 57, of said county, for a number of years. Miss Stella Slaughter very pleasantly entertained a few of her friends Tuesday evening in honor of Wm. Snells and G. S. Patton of Kansas City, Mo. Whist and dancing were the features of the evening. The out-of-town guests were Messrs. Jefferson and Stevenson of Ft Riley. Mrs. M. Dyer and daughter very pleasantly entertained a few of their friends at three o'clock luncheon Wednesday afternoon in honor of Menars. Jefferson, Stevens of Ft Ridley, and Patton of Kansas City, Mo. You Must Sleep. You Must Sleep. If you cannot, it is due to an irritated or congested state of the brain, which will soon develope into nervous prostration. Nature demands sleep, and it is as important as food; it is a part of her building and sustaining process. This period of unconsciousness relaxes the mental and physical strain, and allows nature to restore exhausted vitality. Dr. Miles' Nervine brings refreshing sleep, because it soothes the irritation and removes the congestion. It is also a nerve builder; it nourishes and strengthens every nerve in your body, and creates energy in all the organs. Nothing will give strength and vitality as surely and quickly as Dr. Miles' Nervine. "During the past winter I had two attacks of LaGrippie which left me very weak, and in bad condition. I was so nervous I could not sleep. My wife, after trying different remedies, went for a doctor. The doctor was out, and a neighbor recommended Dr. Miles' Nervine, and she brought home a bottle. I had not slept for some time, and had terrible pains in my head. After taking a few doses of Nervine the pain was not so severe, and I slept. I am now taking the second bottle and am very much improved." HENRY M. SMITH, Underbill, Kt Dr. Miles' Nervine is sold by your druggist, who will guarantee that the first bottle will benefit. If it fails, he will refund your money. Miles Medical Co., Elkhart, Ind Mrs. U. F. Scales speak New Yearain Kansas City, Mo. Geo. Gross of Rockyford, Colo. was the guest of Mrs. Reed for a few days during the holidays. Otha Smith of Kansas City, Mo. is visiting friends in this city this week. Rev. David Sims. of Dover, Okla. is in the city visiting his sister, Mrs. Mary King. After a month's visit he will proceed to Wilberforce to take a Theological course. Mrs. Annie Martin and family desire to thank their many friends for the kindness shown them during the illness and death of their daughter and sister, Miss Fannie. Mrs. Deliah Patton and Miss Lizzie Owens will give a ribbon supper Wednesday, Jan. 10, at 420 East Second street, for the benefit of the New Bridge club of the First African Baptist church. Come out and help us. Miss Fannie Martin departed this life Christmas day, after a few days illness, at the residence of her sister, Mrs. Wm. Engleson. The funeral services were conducted at C. M. E. Church and interment in Topeka cemetery. Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Jordan entertained at dinner Wednesday, complimentary to Dr. Jackson and mother, Dr. C. D. DeFrantz, Misses Lizzle Cooper, Corinne Bannett, Willa Smith, Messrs. Robert De Franty, Ned O'Banion, Mr. and Mrs. S. P. Jordan. Mr. and Mrs. E. W. Matley, gave a dinner party last Thursday to the following guests: Rev. Carr, Mesdames C. Smith, Mattie Tunley, U. F. Scales, Misses Cora Bennett, Nellie Ellis, Ogeal Wilson, and Mollie Perkins. All reported a delightful time. Mrs. A. C. Clark entertained last Friday at her home at 1414 Taylor in honor of Misses Mayme Crrter, Ellen Page, Fanny Todd, Leila Ramsey, Hattie Caldwell, Anna Bell Radford, Grace Atkinson, Porter, Mothell, Micheal Mozee, and Mrs. Pegg of Omaha. The ladies of the Antheneum Art club entertained their husbands Friday evening, Dec. 29, at Japanese party at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. R. Wheeler. The parlor and sitting room were lighted with Japanese lanterns, the walls adorned with Japanese fans and the ladies attired in Japanese costumes. At an early hour music was furnished by the Affinity Mandolin club then a program was rendered by the club ladies, after which a Japanese luncheon was spread upon the floor consisting of ice cream, tea and wafers. All present spent a very enjoyable evening. Rising Sun Fire Insurance Co., OF THE INDIAN TERRITORY. SAFE BUSINESS backed by men who have proven their ability to succeed in business, and conducted on a sound business basis according to the regular business customs applicable to that particular business is about all that any THINKING MAN would wish. WE write Insurance against FIRE and LIGHTNING on Houses, Household Gcods, Office Furniture, Libraries, Merchandise, Live Stock, Farm Implements, Grain, Buggies, Wagons, Harness, Saddles and Musical Instruments. R. H. WATERFORD, President. H. N. JOHNSON, Secretary. J. E. JOHNSON, Gen. Mgr. Greene Keith, Rev. E. Arlington Wilson, Wm. Armstrong, Dr, Grant G. Brown, Rev. David Over, and Mr. Corvine Patterson, were callers in Topeka last week. Miss Mable Jones, daughter of G. W. Jones of Oskaloosa, was the guest of her sister, Mrs. Jefferson King and uncle, Jno. W. Jones, last week. A New Years dinner was served in her honor. Miss Mable is one of the leading young ladies of Oskaloosa, whose father is one of the most popular farmers in the state. A SURPRITE AT Leroy Powell, Superintendent of Carriers, also the head of the civil service examining board, was married to Miss Juda Hagan last Tuesday by Father Hayden of the Church of the Assumption. Miss Hagan has held the position as letter clerk in the Topeka post office for several years and is a neice of the Hon. Eugene Hagan, and also, one of the most highly respected and leading ladies of Topeka. Mr. Powell is very popular and a gentleman of great ability and has succeeded in making friends with everybody he has met. The entire post-office force, as well as the other officials of the building were surprised to hear of this match, as they thought Mr. and Mrs. Powell had given up the idea of marrying after waiting so long. There are several other ladies in the post office and it is hinted that there are other surprises in store and before the winter of 1906 has passed over, the wedding bells will again ring at the post-office. Kansas Credit Co., Money to Loan On Household Goods, Live Stock and Jewelry. 1010 N. 4th St. KANSAS CITY, KAS PUBLICATION NOTICE. In the District Court of Shawnee County, Kansas. Ruth Coursey, Plaintiff, vs Claud Coursey, Defendant, The above named defendant will take notice that he has been sued by the plaintiff, Ruth Coursey, for a divorce upon the grounds of abandonment and gross neglect of duty; and that he must on or before January 13th, 1906, plead or answer the petition filed by the plaintiff in the above entitled action in said court, or the allegations in said petition will be taken as true and judgment rendered, divorcing plaintiff from defendant. RUTH COURSEV, Plaintiff, By J. R. McNAPY, Ltt'y for Plaintiff. . CAPITAL, $100,000. NESS backed by men who have p round business basis according to w t all that any THINKING MAN would Rising Sun B EXACTLY FILLS T ence against FIRE and LIGHTNE ise, Live Stock, Farm Implement s. ORD, President. H. N. JOH FOR... SALE A PROSPEROUS BUSINSS by men who have proven their ability to basis according to the regular business c THINKING MAN would wish* Bug Sun Fire Insu EXACTLY FILLS THE PRESCRIPTION FIRE and LIGHTNING on Houses, Hous ock, Farm Implements, Grain, Buggies, ent. H. N. JOHNSON, Secretary. R... ALE OSPEROUS BUSINSS L.M. First Both Pho EXACTLY FILLS THE PRESCRIPTION. in the best town in Kannam. As I have more business than I can look after, I will sell my interest in the UNION GROCERY COMPANY Corner of Seventh and Union Streets. Ms. John Bliin, my partner, is a perfect gentleman, and eny person buy ing my interest which is half,would not regret the investment. Come see: r yourself or address Foster Williams 1023 S. WALNUT STREET, COFFEYVILLE, - KAS. Home Phone 5013 Main. Open, Day and Night WALNUT STREET, LLE, - KAS. Main. Open, Day and Night Cummings & Porter & Exc. Restaurant Royal Cafe Regular Meals 15 Cents. B. ELDER, 404 Broadway. KANSAS CITY, MO A Special Holiday Gift. AS TO THE LEOPARD'S SPOTS Regular Meals 15 Cents. ELDER, KANSAS CITY, MO Special Gift. LEOPARD'S SPOTS NELSON NATURE Makes Harsh Stubborn HAIR By KELLY MILLER, Howard University, Washington D.C. An able answer and rebuke to the slurs of Thomas Dixon, Jr., upon the Negro race. Every Negro man, woman and child should read it: Mailed copy 15c. Send to ALBATROSS SUPPLY CO., W. H. LUCAS, Photographer. The price at my Studio is cheap, but the work is of the highest class. Why pay such an enormous price when the same careful work can be secured for ONE-HALF? Stop and see me. 123 Kansas Ave TOPEKA. TOPEKA. For Sale by J. P. Regular Meals 15 Cents. their ability to succeed in business regular business customs applicable to Insurance Co. RESCRIPTION. In Houses, Household Goods, Office Brain, Buggies, Wagons, Harness, Secretary. J. E. JOHNSON, L.M.Penwe Under First class in every particular service. Both Phones 192 511 FOR SALE A fine corn and cotton farm, Guthrie, 90 acres in cultiv good timber land. A 2-room stable. The timber on this for it. 13 miles to a colored $2500. Will accept a pay down and give liberal terms For further information addi and Short Orders. Cigars and Tobacco Hammings & Butler. Enter & Exchange Restaurant Let the. S Do your It --- NELSON'S STRAIGHTINE Makes Harsh Stubborn HAIR Soft and Pliant and Removes All Dandruff. A Powerful Hair Grower and Positive Cure for Scalp Diseases NELSON MANUFACTURING CO., Richmond, Va. We want good agents. Write for price, terms and testimonials. For Sale by J. P. KOWLEY, Sixth and Kansas Avenue. and cotton farm, 71 miles from acres in cultivation, balance land. A 2-room house and a timber on this iarm will payes to a colored church. Price accept a payment of $500 the liberal terms on the balance. information address A fine corn and cotton farm, 71 miles from Guthrie, 90 acres in cultivation, balance good timber land. A 2-room house and a stable. The timber on this iarm will pay for it. 11 miles to a colored church. Price $2500. Will accept a payment of $500 down and give liberal terms on the balance. For further information address C. S. FOWLER, GUTHRIE, OKLA. The Japanese and Korean Exclusion League. The following resolutions have been unanimously endorsed by the American Federation of Labor, the Japanese and Korean Exclusion League and many fraternal and civic organizations representing the Pacific coast and eastern states, numbering more than 1,000,000 wage earners. RESOLUTION. Whereas. The monarch of Chinese labor, greatly allied by the passage and enforcement of the Chinese Exclusion Act, has been succeeded by an evil similar in general character, but much more threatening in its possibilities to wipe. The immigration to the United States and its insular territory of large and increasing numbers of Japanese and Korean laborers, and Whereas, America in public sentiment against the immigration of Chinese labor as expressed and crystallized in the enactment of the Chinese Exclusion Act finds still stronger justification in demanding prompt and adequate measures of protection against the immigration of Japanese and Korean labor, on the grounds (1) that the wage and living standard of such labor are dangerous to, and must of granted recognition in the United States prove destructive of the American standards in these essential respects; (2) that a racial incompatibility as between the peoples of the Orient and the United States, presents a problem of race preservation which it is our imperative duty to solve in our own favor, and which can only be thus solved by a policy of exclusion; and Whereas, The system the colonization of these Oriental races to our insular territory in the Pacific, and the threat ened and partly accomplished extension of that system to the Pacific coast and other western locales of the United States constitutes a standing danger, but to the continuance of friendly relations between the nations concerned, therefore be it. Resolved, That the terms of the three Exclusion Act should be enraged and extended so as to permanently exclude from the United States and its insular territory all classes of Japanese and Koreans other than those exempted by the present terms of that Act, further. Resolved, That these resolutions be submitted through the proper avenue to the congress of the United States with a request for favorable consideration and action by that body. THE HAPPY WIRE. You ask me why I am happy when no many wives complain And say their husbands only love to give them children pain My children know it to know you to see them my happy mood And you quirk me not a little but remember I can cook! When other wives are envious, and tell my husband dear My gowns are very out of date, and at least I have no fear, I only smile, I care not how I look I know I ve but to whisper—Dear, remember I can cook! My love has often said to me My love I know you re plain. But not sure what my sweet hair brought me might but gain. Let other women sing and dance or even write a book. Yet you re above them all in charm—remember you can cook! And always when I am bogged by girls to tell them what I want I capsize them in their man and woult quite all his heart I merely say, "My dear I sure that all the pain I took Was asking him to dinner for remember I can cook! And all you modern women who are always in love with your art and crafts, and learn to bake your bread For be certain that no husband will forget you If his wife will only phase him by remembering how to cook. THE PRINCESS' PRIZE. On the day that the Princess Brigitta's prize was to be awarded, little Cordula went to school with a and heart she had so much wanted to win that prize. Sibylla and France and Helenie and all the other girls had been working on their embroidery and fine stitching these many weeks, but poor little Cordula had been forced to cook the food and brush the rooms and keep the baby happy, because the good mother had been ill. The beautiful Princess Brigitta was a fine needlewoman, and she had offered the prize of a gold piece to the little girl who could present the best specimen of her own needlework. Now the day had come on which the work was to be either done or the nurse was awarded. Each little girl brought forward her work when she was called, and it on a small table beside the princess. When it was Cordula's turn there were tears in her blue eyes, as she told the reason of her empty hands. "But, dear child," replied the princess, "thou sayest that the mother is better. Hat thou had no time, then, for some little piece of sewing!" "Indeede, I have not!" the little girl said earnestly. "Now that the mother is able to cook and sweep, I have had to mend stockings all the time I am not in school, for the five brothers and the baby. Oh, they make so many holes in the stockings, dear Princess Brigitta." "Ah, little one, run home and fetch one of those stockings thou hast lately mended" Once in her father's cottage a new difficulty arose. All the stockings that had been mended had been put on that early morning, not one pair. The baby module had been turned to the baby. He had been dressed only a couple of hours; could one of his little stockings be spared? The mother drew it from the rosy foot, scanned it carefully, and said: "Take it, child. And if thou tellest her why the creases are there, I am sure she will tarden them." So the baby's stocking took its place among the dalyby mullahs and silks and linens, and when the prize was warded it did not go to Sibylia for her hemlatching, nor to Helena for her to dear little Cordula, because the princess declared that the stitches in the baby's stocking were the very smallest and evenest of --- all, and that the little darn was the most beautiful piece of needlework there. BUTTONS. That buttons are all the vogue the New York girl's eye quickly discovers, and it interests her to see the many novel ways in which they are used. Since it is a button season, and the shops are showing so many artistically beautiful buttons, the prudent New York girl has made up her interest to originate a new sort of belt, with buttons as its chief touch of novelty. She either buys the buttons, selecting especially ornamental ones, or she begs them as souvenirs from a few of her particular friends. She then purchases a piece of silk elastic, in whatever color she likes best (pale blue is extremely attractive), then with a big knitting needle she punches holes here and there through the elastic large enough for the button shank to come through. In doing this she is careful not to have the holes too close together, as the elastic stretches when the belt is worn. A little piece of match run through the shanks will keep the buttons in place. It can be easily removed, of course, and new buttons substituted whenever one wants to change the appearance of the belt. Buttons worked in this vast colored heads are also effective, as well as fashionable, to use in decorating a belt—Grace Margaret Gould, in the Woman's Home Companion for November. CURE FOR HICCOUGH. Heighcough usually attacks persons of nervous temperament, and young children who have overloaded the stomach it may also be induced by eating foods which have been too highly seasoned. A variety of means have been suggested to stop hiccough, among the most effusive being the following: It is recommended to distract the attention of the persons who are soiled with the parvovys; they are advised to count the flies on the ceiling, etc., sometimes an attempt is made to flight on them, or to surprise them, and if this is successful the hiccough is stopped. Another of the means adopted is to hold the breath, either by counting up to thirty or by repeating loudly and with volubility the same sentence; or what is much better, in drinking a glass of cold water in little sips, at the same time punching the nostrils. A good thing is to provoke a sneezing fit, either by tickling the inside of the nose, or by the mil of sniff. If a sneeze is induced the hiccough is at once arrested. The most useful remedy is amphy, and perhaps the most moffensive and the best consists in sucking a piece of sugar which has previously been stepped in vinegar, or drinking a spongful of good vinegar in which some sugar has been dissolved. If this is not at once successful a second spongful is cotton to be REST AS A REMEDY. The therapeutic value of rest in the medical management of acute inflammatory and infectious processes is not fully appreciated. Its effect upon the circulation is significant. The average daily output of energy by the heart is four hundred thousand foot pounds; by simple rest in bed it is possible to save the heart a daily expenditure of fifty thousand foot pounds of energy. The faster the heart beats the less time it has for rest that is the sum total of the periods of test on diastole is much greater when the pulse is, say, seventy per minute, than when it is 120 per minute, so that decreasing the pulse it saves the heart. Again in the recumbent position this origin is saved the location of elevating that part of the blood which goes to parts above its own level. Rest of the voluntary muscles is still more important. An immense amount of energy evolved in muscle movement is conserved by rest in bed. Muscles test also requires rest for the motor neurons. The larger part of the nervous system is relieved of its work when the muscles are dormant. Decreasing the output of energy relieves the digestive, assimilative, and eliminary organs of a corresponding amount of work. -G. Wehrle, in Therapeutic Gazette. HOUSEKEEPING IN VENICE. Anyone who keeps house in Venice will find that the picturesequences of surroundings is carried out in the details of life. The kitchen, for instance, will be more primitive than any kitchen you have yet seen, if your apartment is anything snort of a palace. It is apt to be a spacious room, around the top of which runs a row of shelves filled with pewter plates. There are rows of copper pots and saucepans and there are fascinating earthen dishes and casseries of every size, and in the inventory there is sure to be a round wooden board with a stubby handle, to turn out the steaming polenta on. Polenta is nothing in the world but an excellently made corn meal肉 a corn meal mush with the mushiness left out to be perfect polenta must have consistency. Besides the exact proportions of water, salt and meal, polenta, to be good, must be stirred continually, and a long cudgel for this purpose is another item in the kitchen furnishing. Our polenta was cooked in a copper pot hung on a crane over a wood fire, and this brings me to the cooking arrangements. There is no stove in this Venetian kitchen; nothing to cook on by when an American cook could turn out a square meal. There is a wile soapstone hearth, the site of the ordinary range, surmounted by an imposing hood. On the hearth, without aid of andirons, is built a wood fire. The stirricks are long, and only one end is lighted the other end extends out on the edge of the hearth, and as the lighted ends burn down the stick is pushed back into the flame. On either side of this fire stands a fornella, an earthenware vessel, something like a large, square flower pot In these are made charcoal fires, quite large enough to heat two flatirons at the same time. This is all the cooking arrangements; there is no place for roasting or baking. No bread, cake or biscuit is ever made in an Italian house. If you wish to roast a turkey or a large bird you send it in its pan, with the butter for its basting, to the baker, who roasts it to a beautiful brown for from three to five cents. The smaller fowels are roasted in one of the large copper casseroles, and by turning and twisting and basting incessantly, the bird is as perfectly roasted as one would wish. There is no place for keeping anything hot on the embryonic range, and with only three places for cooking, something must be cooked first and set aside to make way for the other dishes. On the other hand, there could not be a more economical way of cooking in a very few moments the charcoal fire burns at full pitch, and if one wishes for just enough and no more to boil a chop, one may have it without having to light a fire sufficient to cook an entro dinner, as one would have to do with us, for the fuel for an American kitchen range costs anywhere between twenty five and thirty-five cents a day. In Italy fuel, including both wood and charcoal, costs ten cents a day for a family of moderate size. Pilgrim. DOMESTIC HINTS. Baked Apple Sauce Pare, quarter and core large apples and pack in an earthen jar with brown sugar, cover closely and bake slowly in a moderate oven until the contents have been shrunken to about half their original bulk and are rich, red and luscious. Nut Tarts. Roll out on a marble slab half a pound of puff paste, and with a tart cutter stamp into any desired shape; then with a smaller round cutter cut half way through the center of each carefully, removing the small pieces of pasta. Arrange in shallow, greased baking pans and place directly on ice for one hour, when they should be placed immediately in a quick oven for about ten minutes. After removing till the depression with a meringue made from the whites of two eggs, whipped with two tablespoonsfuls of crushed maple sugar and one teaspoonful of finely chopped nuts and return to the oven for a moment to brown. Creamed Salt Fish. Put a cup of the shredded cod fish in a strainer and pour boiling water through it, then stir it into one cup of white sauce. Let it stand over hot water and just before serving add one well beaten egg. When prepared in this way and eaten with a well baked, hot, mealy potato, it will often prove more palatable than the more expensive breakfast of steak or chops. Potato Salad. boil and mash four potatoes, add minced onions and a dressing composed of the yolks of three bird boiled eggs mashed and mixed with three quarters to temperal of vinegar, one teaspoonful each of mustard and melted butter, two teaspoonfuls each of salt and sugar, now well and grishm with the whites cut in rings, and lettuce. Chicken Pie With Oysters. CHICKEN FEIE WITH OYSTERS. Prepare and dip a nice fat chicken, put in a vessel, cover with water, season lightly with salt and pepper, and stew until it begins to get tender. Lay the sides of a deep baking dish with a one cup mixture, remove the largest bones from the chicken and place a type of the meat in the crust. Dodge it with flour, then add a layer of oysters with salt pepper and bits of butter and as soon as all are used, pour in hot, the gravy and some oyster liquor. Cover with the top crust and bake one hour. NCANEST MAN YET. Dr. Wilson, a young physician of Baltimore, with sufficient funds to set up a stable and handsome establishment, was awakened one stormy night last week by a man who declared the doctor's professional services were wanted at a house out in the country. Just before the doctor called up the stable for his horse the visitor asked what the charge would be. "Three dollars," was the reply. The stranger was satisfied, and soon the two were driving through the storm. When the house containing the supposed patient was reached, the man alighted first, and, handing the doctor $4, remarked: "You needn't come in; doctor; you see it is this way: "No hackman would drive me out for less than $8, and it occurred to me that your horse might need exercise." Eight Hour Law Absolute. Relative to the eight hour law as it applies to persons engaged in mining, Attorney General Hadley gave the following opinion to J. W. Marsteller, secretary of the state bureau of mines and mining, in which a new feature is pointed out. In answer to your inquiry as to the construction that has been given by the supreme court of Missouri and the supreme court of the United States to the act of 1001, making it unlawful for any person or corporation engaged in mining to work their hands or employees longer than eight hours a day, I beg to advise you that the question of a violation of this law does not depend upon whether the employee works for a longer period than eight hours willingly or unwillingly. The law is designed to protect the life and health of those engaged in mining industries. Its enforcement requires that no person should work for a longer period than eight hours in an underground mine, even though they might desire to work for a longer period for additional compensation. The law, however, would not prohibit persons working for a period in excess of eight hours in a day of twenty-four in cases involving immediate danger to life or property. With this exception the provisions of the law are absolute. THE NEW REGISTRATION LAW. If You Desire to Vote, Be Sure You Are Registered. Three thousand two hundred and sixty voters of Topeka stand a good chance of losing their right to vote unless they register within the next few months. The effect of the new registration law will become for the first time apparent. Registration is no longer on the basis which ruled at the previous elections of 1905 and the first election in 1900 the municipal election, in which six councilmen will be elected will bring the voters to a reeling sense of this fact. The old law required annual registration, the new makes it possible for continuous registration provided that the voter has not change his place of residence or failed to vote at all the subsequent elections held after registering. The registration continues intact if these conditions of the new law are complied with and it is unnecessary for the voter to register. "I would like to call the attention of the voters of the city to the status of the present registration," said C. H. Titus, commissioner of elections. "Under the new law, all voters who registered during the year 1905 and voted at the election hall April 4th of said year when Mayor Davis and the other city officers were elected and have not since moved from their registered street and house number, are legally registered voters at this time and all voters who registered subsequent to April 4, 1905, and have not since changed their place of residence since registering are also legally registered without further registration at this time. "The present registration law does not require voters to register annually as hectofores but under its provisions which permit a continuous registration provided its specific requirements are fully compiled with upon the part of the registered voters. "The average vote is likely to be placed in doubt as to the status of his registration and he may possibly be confronted by the refusal of his vote at any stated election held subsequent to his non-compliance with the law which would compel the cancellation of his registration without personal notice. It is therefore highly important that the public understand what the law requires of voters to secure and maintain a legal continuous registration instead of registering annually. Having learned this all voters who expect to exercise the right or suffrage should first see that they register or learn from the commissioner of elections the status of their list registration, if such was made during the year of 1905. And then keep in rememberance the fact that a failure to vote at any election hold subsequent to then registering and a change of their registered house number under removal of then to reside will disqualify them voting unless they register. $45,000 PER YEAR SAVED. The New State Printer Law Shuts Off a Big Graft. State Pinter. McAlah has completed his report showing the cost of operating the state printing plant for the quarter ending December 31. The cost of the work turned out computed with the amount which the printer would have received under the old ice system shows that the tee printer would have made $7,141 during the past three months at the rate of more than $2,000 per year. The total cost of the work turned out aggregated $7,744.61. The value at it in the printer under the old ice system would have been $14,174.18. The state printer spent $11,528.98 during the quarter, but the difference between that sum and the actual cost of the work is represented by stock still on hand and work unfinished. The expense for rent and maintenance for the three months aggregated $14,955.54. Laundry, $8,848.41, paper and other stock, $14,485.50. Total, $81,528.99. During the quarter the printer completed unfinished work of the previous quarter at a cost of $4,722.89 He has about that amount of unfinished work for the last quarter still in the shop to do this quarter. Some idea of the profits to a state printer under the old system can be gleaned by comparison on one item. The state labor commissioner has just issued a biennial report. It was printed during the quarter just closed. It cost the state $1,787.49. Under the old fee system it would have cost the state $3,904.49. "As near as I can figure now," said State Printer McNeal, "the job of printer under the old system was worth about $27,000 a year. The last quarter is regarded as the light quarter of the biennial period. Still it showed a profit of over $8,000. Where the printer made his big haul was in printing legislative stuff. When the legislature abolished its enrolling force and transferred that work to the state printer, it allowed him $3 a page besides the printing. This made it cost the state $350 a page. I should say that $3 of it was profit. Taking all of the legislative printing, I figure that there was at least 100 per cent profit in it. This takes into account the extra cost of labor at night, too." The allotment of printing funds to the various departments by the printing commission has had the effect of curtailing in a measure the printing work for the state. Several of the departments are practicing economy. They are not getting niggardly, but are cutting out the superfluous stuff. There is no object now in their throwing jobs to the printer to help him out financially. And the printer isn't around soliciting work. He gets his salary just the same whether there is any work to do or not. He doesn't get any more pay when work is brisk than when it is slack. FARM MISCELLANY The nitrogen of the soil is one of its most important constituents and a fairly important element that quickly disappears. It volatizes rapidly and one of the chief agents of holding it in the soil is the humus. When the humus becomes exhausted the nitrogen escapes with increased rapidity. Experiments with continuous wheat growing on the same soil have shown that the animal and vegetable matter in the soil disappears very rapidly. This causes the liberation of the nitrogen. As long as the nitrogen is in combination with and forms a part of the humus, or decaying animal and vegetable matter of the soil, it is in a stable form; but as soon as the humus decays the nitrogen is liberated in various gases and soluble forms, which are easily lost from the soil. It is the statement of scientists that there is no element that is so readily lost as nitrogen. It is not possible for the mineral forms of plant food, such as potash and phosphoric acid, to be converted into gaseous and soluble forms by the ordinary chemical changes that take place in the soil, as in the case of nitrogen. With them the principal loss is in their removal from the soil as plant food. But with humus it is different. There is a loss of course of the plant food by its being used by the crops, but much additional is leached downward by the soil water and some is sent off in the form of gas when the humus decays. We have an illustration of this in the decay of piles of manure and vegetable matter. We say that we can smell the ammonia rising from them; but that ammonia is the gas into which the nitrogen in the decaying mass is being changed. The loss of soil nitrogen can only be prevented by keeping up the humus in the soil. In most countries rotation of crops alone is able to do this. Some men brag that they have grown wheat year after year on the same soil for a generation without los., but it will be found that such soil was in the beginning very rich in humus. By all means rotate, and include in the rotation some of the legumes. WinterGrown Asparagus Asparagus can be grown in the cellar in winter wherever the owner heats his house by means of a furnace. The natural conditions in such a cellar are favorable to the foraging of asparagus, as the temperature at night usually hovers around 55 degrees and in the day time runs from 66 degrees to 80 degrees. We do not believe that the amateur will find much profit in this, but some of the professional gardeners do, and it may interest some of our readers to try the experiment and have a few measures of tender asparagus in winter. To get the results named, roots are dug up in the fall before the ground is too hard frozen to make digging them out possible. If the roots have been frozen, so much the better, as they then respond more quickly to the forcing process. There are placed in boxes in the cellar after the funace. Two or three inches of soil should be under the roots and five, or more inches of earth above, as the shoots need to be protected from over the dim light that is found in a cellar. Light is not needed to use the roots produce shoots, as they produce them from the substance laid up in the roots, but do not take anything from the soil. Nevertheless, much moisture is needed, as the shoots cannot develop without the help of a good deal of water. A neglect in supplying moisture will soon render the roots unproductive. Roots should begin to produce shoots in about twenty-five days after being placed in the cellar. At some of the stations roots placed in the cellar about the first of December have produced four or five good things before the middle of February. When the roots are done providing they have to be thrown away, as they will thenceforth be of no good for the developing of tops and new roots. Farmer's Review. Lime for Dairy and Stable In Denmark there is a box of lime in every dairy or creamery, where it is of use in rinsing out vessels to keep them sweet and clean, and to wash down the creamery floors and to purify the air generally. We are using it to a small extent in this country, but it is not common enough. It is one of the best purifiers and cheapest. Its use can be applied to the cow's drinking troughs in warm weather, to remove the scum or organic matter therefrom; it can be applied in the cow stable, where it is most invaluable. We know of nothing as effective as slaked lime with caramelic acid mixed in it, for giving the surroundings of the barn a wholesome atmosphere. This cheap and handy agent is readily made by slaking the lime, filing a three-gallon pail about half full, adding about two ounces of ointment carbolic acid. If the lime is not all to be used at one time it can be put away in an air-light vessel, but it is best to use it fresh. For the dairy and creamery use the slaked lime only—slaked just before using. It has the physical advantages, as well, in lighting up the barn, in making it sweet, clean and whole some when sprayed on the walls, in the engrig and fall—Farmers' Guide DECREES OF FASHION DECREES OF FASHION PRETTY AND CORRECT THINGS TO WEAR. Bleese or Shirt Waist Suitable for All Materials - Skirt with Shirred or Plain Yoke - Velvet Ribbon Trimming -Hintes for the Home. Popular Separate Biomes Again and again it has been prophesied that the separate blouses must be put one side, but an yet practical women will not give them up. The tabetween blouses, dressy enough for the theater or luncheons, but high-necked and long sleeved, seem to get prettier and prettier. The loveliness of them all are made of those exquisite flowered silks—with shadowy flowers that fade in out of the background in so artistic a way. Those exquisite soft crepes with flower prints are charming draped and trimmed with tiny hand-rucks, or puffs, or flaags. Soft drapy silks are very good—but so are stiff silks, and a combination of both. The soft chiffon failles, in exquisitely soft shades of pink, or blue, or violet, make up into beautiful blouses. But, besides silk, soft fine woolen stuffs—mostly white, are being used a great deal. Albatross, silk and wool stuffs, soft wool crepes and a dozen others are made up into attractive Mouses, in their way, as the silks are in theirs. Magnificent Evening Coat. One of the novelties of the season in the way of an evening coat is cut on the lines of a mandarin coat, richly embroidered in colors and gold thread and lined throughout with Chinese sable. This sable is even rarer than the Russian fur and is less expensive. It has a very long tip and is in two distinct colors, a rich mouse gray near the peit and cinnamon brown at the tip. Among the newest evening coats are those made of flowered satins and silks. They are quite full around the skirts and privately decorated with lace and touches of fur. WHILE THE TEA DEWS Bolero lines, to be at all modish, must cling close to the figure. One handsome black velvet gown had aplique of white kid for trimming. Molekin will certainly be worn by those who purchased garments thereof last winter. Brood hows of pink and blue velvet, covered with glittering sequins, are shown for the hair. A questionable fad is a slender watch chain encircling the wrist and suspending the watch is front. Silk belts that match the gown are draped tight without buckle, dainting the suppleness of the waist. There was never a more fragrant time to get out and bits of ol trimming and use them to good advantage. Narrow toes have broadened and wide toes have narrowed and the compromise is a sonible and plasing width. Blouse or shirt Walst. This shirt waist will be found most excellent for all the waistings of the season, cotton, linen, silk and wood, and is as smart as it is simple, beides suited stout figures well, there being no greater mistake extant then the theory that such are at their best in plain waists. The wide tucks at the front that give ample fullness color the stitchings, and the broad box plain at the center, are both new and desirable, and combine most satisfactorily with the plain back. The model is made of chevlet, white with lines of blue, and is worn with a blue lines stock. But this last can be anything one may prefer, or can be omitted together in favor of ribbon tied in a big bow, although it really is adorned. able toth for this pecial waist and so a model for the odd ones of which there can never be too many. The waist is made with fronts and back that are fitted by means of shoulder and arm seams, and is gathered at the waist line, the back being drawn down smoothly, th front made to blouse over the belt. The sleeves are the accepted ones of the season, and are finished with straight cuffs, and the shaped stock insides the neck. The quantity of material required for the medium size is 6½ yards 11 inches wide, 4 yards 27 inches wide, or 2 yards 44 inches wide, with 9 yard of any width for stock. Worn at Chicago Horse Show. An effective and elaborate white gown in India lawn and lace insertion, seen at the Chicago horse show, had a JOIN OUR CIRCLE THE PLAINDEALER Is Considered a Household Necessity in 5,000 of the Best Homes in Kansas! The Paper Growing Better While the Price Remains the Same 40 Per Cent. to Hustling Write us for Particulars e3 JOPLIN, MO. One of the most notable events o! the week was thesurprse party giver on Miss Beatrice Kenoly Wednesday Tevening. Music and games were th principal amusements of the evening Light refreshments were served. Miss Adell Cope and Mr. Davis, Doth of this city, were marned at the home ef the bride’s mother Mon- day morning, December 25, 1905. Only relatives and intimate friends were present. Dinner was served afterthe ceremony. They will reside in this city. The Young People's Mission so- elety gave an entertainment Thurs- day evening at the Masonic hall. Rev. Goins delivered two nobic and interesting sermons Sunday at Unity Baptist church. Mrs. T, Bland and Mrs, Spaunon have returned from Granby. Migs Dean Flemings is visiting her parents, Mr.and Mrs.E. D, Flemings, andwill leave ina few days for Quindaro college. Miss Fannie Young of Granby is visiting her eister, Mra, T. Bland. Mr. H. Brown will have a new stock of groceries soon. Miss Beatrice Kenoly will return to Sedalia coltegs Wednesday. Miss Nethe Cole is on the sick list. Miss Mattie Knaves spent Christ- tmas week in Carthage, the guest of Miss Zephyr Elmore. Miss Edith Brown is in Carthage. Mr. and Mrs John Lindsay and Miss Eva Grant spent a few days in Neosho. ABILINE, KANS. Miss Blackwell of Strang City was the guest of Miss Maria Geary during the holidays. Miss Manzie Simpson and Miss Preston Mele) nolds spent the holi- daysathome, Their many friend: enjoyed their visit. Biss Bessie Haines of Topeka wa: the guest of the Warde sisters, ° Mr. Schuyler Collins has returned home from the Kast, The Mt. Zion Sunday School ha: elected new officers. Mr. Herber Wharton is superintendent, Mr, W, Allen and family are res dente of the territory. Miss Ellen Bell is on the sich hist. Mra. R, L. Bronaugh has been re leased from quarantine, The young men gave a grant re: ception to the ladies Friday night at Od iFellows hall, Rev. R, Cox and wife are in the city, STERLING, KANS, Aday that will long stand out ir memory was December 29th when a party of young people gathered at the hospitable home of Miss Kate Elizabeth Harmon. The guests as. serabled about 1/330, and were de- lighted with a varied and well-chosen sausical program on the phonograph. An instrumental and vocal pro gram was rendered by several of the guests. A four-course dinner was served by the hostess, The remain. ing hours were devoted to gamea and musio. The out of town guests were Misses Dola and Belle Carpenter, of Ellsworth, Miss Grace Taylor, Me. Noble and Frank Taylor and Jeosie Waller of Lyons, Miss Ona Parkeson, Mr, William Wickliffe o Hutchinson, A number of young folks were in: vited tothe home of Mr, and Mrs Kiewa on Dec, 31, 1905, where they enjoyed a delightful musical pro: gram. Light refreshments were ther served, A number of out of town gruests were present, LYONS, KANS. One of the most pleasant events of the holldays was the New Year party at the home of Miss Grace Taylor, After an interesting musical program by some of the guests, the company was favited to the dining room, where a beautifully decorated table was set, the place for each guest be- fag designated by « card inscribed withthe name, After dinner the party went out and enjoyed the sport oftarget shooting with a rife and cap cocolia. At five o'clock they ald soodbye to the hostess, hoping te come again soon. NEWTON NEWS. The program rendered at the Seoond Baptist churoh, on Monday night was a grand success, Mr Jess Clements, who has bees absent from the vity for a long time, returned to spand Xmas. All are glad to ace him. Mrand Mrs Fred Page sre the guests of relatives in this city. Mrs Mattie Fox, of Denver, Is visiting with her mother, Mra N, Willlams, in this city. The program rendered at the C ME church, on Sunday eve, was excellent, Mr Cass Wilson, of thie city, left tor a visit with relathves in Kingfisher, Okla. Mre Norrel, of Guthrie, Okla., is visiting relatives here, There will be a Tom Thumb wedding inthe Odd Fellows Hall, Thureday, December 30. A program will also be rendered. All are invited and will be cordially made welcome. Many of Newton's old citizens, who have been absent for quite an extended time are returning. Of course, ashecp will always return tohis fold afcera length of time; but all are made welcome no matter how long they stay away, NOXTH TOPEKA. Written by our tpectsl Correspon dent, fda M, Jordan, Mrs, C. Lyman is spending the holidays with his wife at his home. Mrs Ida M, Jordan will leave in afew daysfor an extensive visit in Fort Duchesne, Utah, and other dif ferent points on lodge businesa. Mre, Ida M Jordan received aome very fing presents from Utah among which was a petrified cedar which ‘came from the mountains, Mrs Ida M, Jordan also receivec from her uncle, Mr. Joseph Gant from Chicago, UL. $22 for a Christ mas present received $20 fora New Yeargift from one of her wealth; aunt, Mrs, Isabella Gant, a New Year's gift $28. WICHITA. Mra N. A, Anderonand daughter Ethel, of Newton, visited in this city last week, A sacred program was rendered atthea m kchatch, on last Sunday evening. BB, Bell wid wife visited on New Yearadiy with Wellington friends, Mis. Lucy McKinney, of Chand. ter, Okla, iw visiting relatives in thecity. Quite a successful entertsinment was given Tuesdiy evening, at the New Hope Baptist church, Mre Fannie Baker has been visit ing In Kansan City the past week. The Arkanesa Valley Lodge give an entertajniment at Red Men's hall Wednerday evening of last week, Henry Massey and Charley Mis- kel, who are attending Western University, visited their parcnte during the holidays, Oliver Elflis and wife,of Sclou ia are visiting his sister, Mrs. T. Glover, Mr. Joho Hill died Friday of lant week, The funeral servico were held on Sunday, at the a m 2 church. Ile leaves a wife, six chil dren, mother, sister, and several brothers to mourn his loss, George Allen, of Memphis, Tenn, is visiting hla sister, Mre KX. Cole. man, A pleasant social event waa the party given on Monday evening of last week, atthe homeo! Mra A. Fox, With music and games a delightful evening was spent by the large number of guesta who were present, KALLITHRIX PARLOR, HAIR GOODS, HAIR OR. NAMENTS, NEW POMPA. DOURS, SWITOIES, WIGS, TAPES, FRIZZES AND BANGS ~mnwr MRS, M.L. FIELD, 819 KANSAS AVE, a haw . ay ~~ me © we hea STRONG. Rev Gold Ramey preached at the Second Baptist charch on Sunday, Mrs C.N. Dell spent afow days visiting re'at.ves in Newton. Rt, Level, Sr, spent the holidays in Guthire, Oklahoma, visiting hfs daughter, Mrs Charles Johnson, Quite a number from Marion were in thechty last week, Mrs Frank Walhame left Sunday for a few daye visit with her mother in Topeka, Mr. G. Bucas arrived home after spending a few days in Alma and Topeka. Mrs Ro Level ison the sick liet, SPRINGFIELD, MO. Mrs Arch Mall entertained the Musica’ Literary Club, on Summit ‘Avenue. This mecting p oved one of the very best the wtub has ever enjoyed, The quotations wero all a; pro- priate and some were original, The program was excellent, many of the recitations and musical numters wou d have bren ay p'eciated by any auaience. Thecu‘rent topics show: ed much thought, also the ability of the ,adies to handle weighty sub- jecta. The decoretions were green and white, and potted plants At the close of the program all repaired to the dining room, where elegant re freshments were served Mesdamcs McAdams, Stephens, Cooper, Ed- monton, Chamber’ain, McCracken, Young, Webb, Roland, Williams, Smith, Reeves, Wilbunr and B ack: burn, while Miss Lena Ifs}l furn- ished geome excellent piano pieces. The next meeting will be with Mrs Lewis Edmonson, on Cherry atrect. YALE NEWS, Sunne* Wyatt his gone to Als: bara, to apend Xmas; also, Mr3, Kid Simmo x, ‘The MT Baptist Church had a tive Xmas treo; also the AM FE Church. Both were loated dows with presents, cach of the trees being valued at not less than $40. Miss Retta SVel’s, the colored school teacher of Fort Scott, i vie iting in this city, Miss Eulia Reed, of Pittsbarg is alvo visiting he.e, Miss LB. Thurman is married tc Mr MePhelt, buth of Yale. Miss Luli Beady is packing uy to move to lots, where she wil atty for the winter, Miss Bertha Bell Stone and Wil Cobb are married, Ross Johnion bas been the guest of Mr Hudson and wife, Misa Georgia Whitehead was the recipient of a fine present from th Christmas tiec, e Rev.J.H.Richardson House Mover and Builder All work guoranteed. Prompt | attention given to all out of town work, Res. Itilian Ave., South Fort Pickering. ° Memphis *Phoue 957 MEMPILIS. TENN The Little Gem Restaurant, 206 KANSAS AVENUE 8 firat-clasa place for 3 square mealor lunch, Joe cream and cigars, W. H. Henderson, PROPRIETOR. “THE KEYSTONE," RESTAVRANT AND CAFE Firet olass service. Skort orders a specialty, Wheo in Kanese City, call and eee me, If you're pleased tell your friends, ffnot tell me, R. S. STREET, Prop. 1204 m, wlauteENTH at, “A Town of Splendid Opportunities’ In an address before the people of Boley, Prof. J. C. Liftwich said, “Boley is the Negroes’ paradise."’ This is a business man's way of saying what he knows about a place. BOLEY is an agricultural and commercial center of quite an immensity of country, as well as a large population of colored people, there is a great many things you ought to know about: Its wondersul opportunities for profitable invest- ment. Its opportunitics for fruit, track and stock growing. Its delightful and healthful climate, The Boley Business Men's Club is an organi- zation of sigerous men with an ambition to give you any information along these fines. Its no trouble to answer questions. Write today for anything you want to know to the Boley Business Mens Club Boley, Indian Territory, ve INSURED 1 LISELI N You aa ——— ra fpr & nih g 3 [PCW Knights and Ladies i) 9a\ko | & of Protection ‘) eH Jf A NATIONAL FRATERNAL INSURANOE Seer s SOCIETY NG KO es BSL Incorporated Under the Laws of Kansas, Tesues policies for $350, $500 and $1000. We issue policis for $100, $150 and $200 for children aged from 6 to 30. This is the only Colored Fraternal Insurance Company in the United States, Every intelligent Negro snould carry eome Insurance. We want ‘good, live, hustling agente in every town. Write at once} for terms, Liberal tervas to the right persons. The Knights and Ladies of Protection. Col. 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., Headquarters: 413 Kausas Avenue, Topeka, Kansas. ‘ Go to.. H: BROWN, The Grocer Fine Groceries~Just Opencd— Everything Vreah—Give us a Trial. MOME ‘PHONE 1282, 531 Joplin St, AOLTIN, TO, Mme. De Vaul . , Vincent’s School of high class tailoring Tuatition reasonable, Write for information, 3819 LWoelut St. KANSAS CIT), 510 —————————_.__. A Lirst-clays Hotel With Reasonible Rates erry S Lp ee. 72 R hk ated 8 7» ody ‘3 » * 1 Pw w ee BRAN . & 5. Oak Leaf Hotel Fast Side Katy Kallroad DENNIS HICKS, Vrop. Old friends ‘all expected—Nev fciends all all invited. VINITA, 1. 7. G. E. Anderson, Pool and Billiard Parlor, Cigars and Tobacco. Headquarters for those who wish a nice time, When in Pittsburg give him a call, 205 EAST THIRD STREET. VINITA, IL. T. One of the swellest of Christma: dinneia wax given by Mrs, Ross Allen in honor of 'T. J, Powell of Calvert, Texas, ind IL, V. Powell of Atoka. The table was beauti: fully slecorated and was presided over by Miva Anna V. Allen, There was music and singing by Mies Id: 1B. Lewix and Mra, Belle Douglass. Among the other guests were Kev. and Mra, Hawkins, Mr, and Mre. Mi, KF, Watson, Mr. and Mra, Al corn, Rev. Reeves of Chetopa, Ks*, Dr, A, J. Jor dan, Mrs, Lena Terrell aud Mra, Belle Douglass, The Xmas trees at both churches were well attended and quite a number of costly presents adorned them, Miss Amanda Sanders of Wago ner visited Mies Irene Harris last week, T. UM, Finley was in Kansas las! week on business, Prof. B.D, Andrews of Okmul: gee visited relatives here last week. Misa Carrie Lynne of Tallequah, teacher in the high school, waa in the city last week and spent the holidays with Mias Annabelle Mar tin. Mra, R, 1, Blackwell is home from the Coffeyville vicinity where ehe has been teaching. Rey, Henry Davis was here from Denver and spent the Christmas holidays with hie family, He has a mine in Colorado. Thursday of last week was the 25th wedding anniversary of Rev. C, J, Jennings and there was a celebration at the Sunrise Baptist church, the characteriatic feature of which was the disposition of slices of a cake containing money, Master Wiley Watson visited his sister, Mre, Leatha Riley at Coffey. ville, Kae., during the holidays, John Alcorn and wife entertained a number of their friends laut Wednesday afternoon in honor of her father, T. J, Powell of Calvert, Texas, and her brother, H.V, Powell of Atoka. Refreshments of the eeseon were aetved and all had a most delightfal time. Among the other gueete were Hew, and Mrs, A.M, Hawkins, Rev. and Mrs. O, J. Jennings, H. F. Watson and wife, Mra, Hattie Roberts, Mrs. Julis Bassett, Mra, Jonnic Woods, Misses Ruth Roberts and Bessie Hudson of Chotopa, Mra, Lena Terrell, Mrs, Louise Jenkins, Mrs. Nan Washington, Mrs, Cora Kates, Mrs. Rowe Allen, Dr. A. J. Jordan, T. H, Finley, Donnis Dalton, J.J, Johnson, Mrs. Amanda Hill, Mes, Mary Jane Fleming, Mrs, Sephia Davis, Mra. Williams, J. F. Davis made a flying trip to Kansas City last Friday, Charley Blackwell left Friday of last week for Tuskegee, Als., to attend Booker Washington's great school. The infant baby of T. I. Finloy and wife died Tuesday morning. Vaneral services were conducted at the family residence by Rev, A. IL, Hawkins, The anniverstray of the emanoi- pation proclamation was celebrated at Rider hall Monday evening and quite a crowd was present. KANSAS CITY. MO. hom SCH SACL Onerlaineg about twenty-five of her lady friends at luncheon last Thuraday. Her guest of honor was Mra, Electro Page Perry of Topeka. Miss Miner was assisted in entertaining by her sister, Mrs. McHenry Scott. The dining room was in pink and yellow and the parlor was in green snd red, A largo center piece of American beauty roses formed the decoration forthe table, In spite of the in- clemency of the weather the ladies were out in full dress and never before was a more beautiful group of ladies togetheratonctime, Mian Miner's scheme for entertaining was souvenir plaice cards, which were written by Mrs. Perry, which not only was an educational test, but one of the best forms of amusement the ladies had been given an op- portunity of enjoying in the lives, There were two prizes awarded, the first prize going to Mias Sadie Wal- ton, which was a handsome out glass tlower vase; the second prize, a handsome silver spoon of the dt. Louts exposition, waa won by Mra. L. Picket on a draw after a tic be- tween Mrs. Pickett and Miss Carrie Uatris. Following the luncheon,in the evening Mr, aud Mra, Mclfenry Scott entertained the husbands and escorts of the ladies sta smoker, the affair being a surprise arranged by Mrs. Scott for her husband, and in this she was ably assited by Misa Carric Harris, Mrs, Perry and Misa Miner, Mrs. Perry was called upon to aldress this large gathering of gentlemes, which she did in a very pleasing and captivating manner, eliciting great applause and all the gentlemen promised to carry out the instructions of the speaker throughout tho new year, Mr. Stein was toast maater for the mon ia the evening and Mra, Perry was toast mistress for the ladies in the afternoon, The mandolin club fur- aw musio for the occasion, the members of the club being screened from view by 3 bank of palms. The prize inthe evening was won ‘by Mr, Edwars of K. C., K, | COLUMBUS, KANS, | Mr. John Croft, district deputy of the Kaights of Pythias, and his assistant, Mr. J, B. Davis, came down from Weir City Monday and in the evening Installed the officers of the lodge here, Aftor the in- stallation refreshments were served ‘and all bad a nice time, | Merdames Georgia Oliver aad Beatrice Croft, Miss Ella Burk'and Mr. Robert Fields came down from Weir Monday evening to attend the K. 9. installation: Jamea Oficer and Wm, Brows attended a concert in Baxter Sp’ge Monday evening, Rufus Looke of Ft. Scott was in the city last week on a vieit to ble brotber, Shedrick, as Soci