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ele er ra pg aa - ee = ‘<TT1E TOPEKA PLAINDEALE | oe . . : « SLOAN NM 1406 VOLUME VIII, TOPEKA, KANSAS, FRIDAY MORNING, DECEMLER 6, ae NUMBER 1, Se a © en Dy on DY 2 ee 2 P.O 2. 7? | DO to; cP es 6 6 AFRAID TO. SPEAK AIS SENTIMENTS! A Georgia Negro Editor is Against Reducing the South's Representa- tion in Congress, The question of the South's re- duction of representation in Con: gresvis again being discussed asa punishment for Negro disfranchise- ment, The Independent regards this agitation as ahurttul case uf “too much friend.” This isa plain caso of proposing a remedy that will nob reach the disease, “Qur over zealous friends’ pro- position seeks to deprive the white man of his constitutional rights in ordesto restore to the black man his right. To iltustrate: Alabama has nine representatives in Con- gress. The plan Is totake from Alabama one or two representatives in order to reatore to the 100,000 disfranchised Negro voters in the Btate their mght to vote. The effect of this legislation wall be to take from Alubama its rightful rep- resentatives in congreas, and leave the 100,000 Negro citizens of Ala- bama atill without their ballot. “Any remedy proposed which does not reach the evil complained of can not be otherwise than dhurt- tul. The restoration of the Ne- groes’ rights do not necessarily depend upon the abrogation of any right now enjoyed by the white man, The reduction ofthe white man's representation in congress willonly legalize the theft that is new being jerpstrated upon the race. Fvery Jusfranchising amend- ment now in force, isin direct vio- lation of the federal constitution, but if congress should pass any law reducing the South’s representation ae a punishment for disfranchise ment, it could have no other effect than to legalize the theft. This would not give asingle Negro back hisrightto vote, The Negro would still be without his right to vote, and the South would lose much of tts force aud prestige in congress. In the law it would be fundamentally wrong to legalizea fraud, andin morals it would beeually as wrong totake fromthe white man his rightin ordcr to restore the black man his rights. Right is right, and two wronga will not make one right Our friends in congress can best serve our interest by stopping the discussion of remedies that will not seach ouraflictions, Our friends can do ua more harm by hurtful agitation than our enemies can by open and aggressive attacks. The reduction of the Bouth’s represcnta- tion in Congress will ultimately burt the Negro as much as the white man. Any legislation aimed at the interest of the white man willin common hurtany relative interest of the black man.’—Atlanta Inde- pendent,” Such is an editorial as appear- ed in a Negro newspaper oppos- ing the ceduction 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 a3 editors of white ‘news- papers do, his article opposing the reduction of Southern repre- seatation would be proper and right but so long as one class of people are allowed to dictate the policy of restain Southern states aad to atsume all the rights and cesponsibilities unto themselves and ignore, bulldoze and tram- ple under foot the rights of other people who areof a different race, is mote than any fair. minded man can undesstand, AS IONE as Alabama, Georgia, and other Southern states boldly assert that the Negro has no right to vote or express them- selves upon any issue, they should not be allowed to have the same number ol representa- tives in Congress as states that do not attempt to disfranchise or ursurp the power of other citizens and atthe same time represent them. The editor of the Independent and other col- ored men of his class do not seem tocare to exercise the tights of free American citizens and want other members of the raceto do likewise, If that olass 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 af Congress. Every na- tality onthe globe is repre- sented by authority and are so respected and recognized, ex- cept in the Southern states, We hold thatin these states re- presentation 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 allow- ed to roam with the cattle, and No state ought to be recognized or based on representation by such a class of people, nor eith- eris any white man entitled to draw pay with a false idea that he represents that class who do not vote or have any voicein the government. Yes, we say the reprisentation in Alabama and other states who are wrong- fully holding seats in Congress, should be reduced. The Inde- pendent says this would not restore a single vote back to the Negro. Why, if we can sce straight, he hasn’t any vote now, therefore, he would not lose anything by the reduction in Congress. Thisis the only remedy to bring about fair play and the sooner the Southern white man learns that the Ne- groes have aright to vate and to free speech, the better it will be and the way to bring this about isto reduce his representation in Congress, That takes his standing from him, and money and his pride goes with that, Then it will develope that all living creatures who have a soul are entitled to representation and should have a voice in say- ing who that representative should be, It is absurd for several million of Negroes who are tax-payers and good law- abiding citizens not to be allawed to say who shall repre- sent them in the halls of Congress. Nick Cuirus. BSALINA, The entertaisment given at St John Baptist church last Tucsday evening was a grand aucccsa ‘wd $23.00 ws raised, The Christmas tree waa the grand: est in the history of Salina. The N.U. G,,olub and Danbar club each gavea grand entertain. ment Jat week; both Leing very succesful and realizing nice sums, | Mrs Arthur P, Honemond apent a few days viniting friends at Groat Bend during the holidays. The brother of Mra 5, 8, Garden, who resides in Pueblo, Colorado, accompanied her home to spend the holidaya, AP, Rosemond spent Christmas et home, Council Grove. DOINGS AT WASHINGTON! tested in what will be the yulcorue of the Register of the Treeasury aitua- tionhas not been allayed by any new developments. No definite knowledge has come from the White House as to who will be the succens- or to Judson W. Lyons, the present incumbent of that office, It ta gen- erally conceded, however, that Mr, Lyons will probably leave the office when his present term expires in April. The fight is yet between 8. Laing Williams, of Chicago, Illinois and W. T. Vernon ef Quindaro, Kansas. The chances at this time seem to favor the Kansas professor, In fact, it is rumored that the Kan: sas 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 Regis- ter of the Treasury, Mr. Williame will probably bechosen for aconsular 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 cight or nine months, came to something like a dramatic climax leet Wednesday. After listening to Dr. Gordon's ten-page letter acum ranying hie resignation, the board paesed a resolution accepting tle same without 4 dissenting vote. This meeting of the board of trusteea developed some surprises in that what was expected by many did not happen, It was thought by some that there wonld probably be f pro longed strugcle on the part ol “wee members of the board who have shewn a disposition tu upbraid Dr. Gordon and his course in the ad- ministration of the institut.on and and the expected attempt to give ihe administration of the Howard Uni- versity president a vote of confi- dence was also withheld. It has been stated that it tooh the board lesa than ten minutes, aiter listening to the lengthy letter of Dr. Gordon, to accept his resignation, It 15 evi- dent that the board was fully confi- dent that the usefulness of Dr, Gor don wa at an end,and that any fur- ther r- tention of his services in the institution would be detrimental to its Nest interests, a flagrant imposi- tion upon the student body (which has showed such marked opposition to his course), the taculty of the n- stitution, 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 retarditsprogress, Seeing their duty ctearly 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 occnpy the pree- ident’s mansion on the university grounds until his leave expires, Dr. Fairfield, one of the oldest professors inthe university, and dean of the college department, waa designated acting president at thesam:; 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 tine 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 institu. tion, and when thisia removed (which (Nene ae naga ar nae ages me hk nn ere EEE | Mee eee ee relation yet existing among the tac: ulty of the institution aod the mem: bers 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 withdrawed of the president, Prof. John Gordon, makes way for the only logical adjustment, which ie the installation of a Negro educator inhis stead. Howard should have had a colored president and an ex- clusively colored faculty long ago. Such a dispensation 1s a matter of plain Justice. The college was in- tended for colored people. Colored students are in an overwhelming majority there. Why should uot 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 possers? We need hardly say, orat 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 theis condition from eyery pointof view has been immeasurably impeoved by entering the university. What they mean by “manhood"' 1s probably what white students in white colleges have come to mean of late, thatis, they want to run the college themselves and to dictate in utsuatte amoral, socral and other wise to the lawful constituted man. ugemeut They have had a great many illustrious cxamples and their faculy of inutation is predemina t, But they are zight in thetr present altitude, no maltese what maladroit measures of impression they may adopt. It ie essentially a colored school. There are hundreds of per- fectly equipped colored educators to takhecharge of it, or if not, there ought tobe, The whites should re- tire and leave the field to its proper and logical occupants. If after alt these years, and with the aid, 6ympa thy and encoursgement that have been and still are showered upon they are not capable of conducting a highclass inetitution oflearning with dignity, auccese and good report, they deserve to be Icft out of the ed- ucational scheme altogether and thrown upon their own resources. We are quite aure, however, they aro both ready und ab'e to discharge the responsibilities in question, and we sustain them indemanding a full, fair and generously contrived oppor tunity.” The above editorial expresses the spiritof what would certainly be just and fair in regard to a colored man assuming the presidency of Noward University, but it ix 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 designat- ing Dr, Fairfield, a white man, to be acting president, 18 thought to be aw. indication of the board's attitude in his respect. De, W, E, Dubois of Athanta Uni- versity, Ga. who has been in at endance upon the sessions of the Americ n Economic Association, in Baltimore, Md, addressed the citt> amaant thie enenmiuni¢ie Liecember aiways make good conditions for those of the race who had euergy and ability. He stated that it is necessary for them to atand up for there political sights, or their efforts in other directions will be in vain, The exhibition of the colored pu pils in the centennial celebration of the public school aystem of the Dis- trictof Columbia during the past week was exctedingly creditable and greatly appreciated by those who sawit, The exhibition did much to, awaken an interestin the minds of the patrons of the schools, and made bosh teachers and parents feel that the time and efforts spent were not, in vais. The teachers in tho grades bad charge of their respective grades and the arrangement of the work was euch as to allow the greatest poa- siblescrutiny, Many men procunent 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, The sessions of the American Economie Association held in Bal- timore during th: past week took up the question the “Lconomlc Future of the Negro” last Friday. The dis cussion was participated in by Chas. Raper, University of North Carolina, M.S. Hammond, Ohio State Unt versity, R. C. Wruce, Tuskegee In- stitute and Theodore Marburg, Bal- timore. Daring the discussion the poation was taken Ly some that in attempting to estimate the future of the colored people the first duty should be to try tu learn the truth as tobis past and present economic status, The most important fact in the Negro's past cconomic history was the absence of white competition, ‘The gravest factor in his future is the steady increase of such compe- tition, The opinion of most of thuse discussing the question was that the destiny of their race mist be worked out in the South and upon the soil. Hence the question of whi ¢ compe- tition Is oneot palamountimprlance, The nomination of Robert I. Terrell tor ‘ustice of the peace, of the District of Columbia which had been sent to the Senate the week before and had heen hetd up by acommittee of that hody for ‘investigation, was reported to the ‘Senate last Thursday and Mr, Terrell ‘received his confirmation, As has been stated, the opposition to Mr. Terrell's confirmation on ac count of his alleged connection with he failure of the Capital Savings Bank and hia recent speech in New York, which did not find favor with the colored people of the District of Columbia, made itself felt iu a num: ber of protests, the leading ane being from J. N. Johnion, a Pension office clerk, Theseproteste were eufhcient to cause the Senate committee bav- ing under consideration the charges againet Me, Terrell to bold up the! confirmation until investigation was, made. Further than the letters already mentioned, there was little, activity onthe 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, aud hence the confirmation was agreed to and the nemination was acted upon favora- bly by the Senate, The newly appointed justice of the peace ismow wearing the broad amileaai victary and receiving the NOGIETY SVENTS AP EMPIRLY The Bradley-Wright Wed- ding Was a_ Brilliant Affair—Other Notes | of Interest. A «well Emporia wedding was that of Miss Dorathy A, Bradley and Mr Benton Foard Wright, who ste were ma tied In the AME churoh at cight o’alook Wodaceday evening, December 27th, by Rev Johnaon, At the appointed hour two little ‘ribbon girls, Ienrictta Love and dna Smith, in dainty little white frocks, marched in, The bride, preceded by tho maid of honor, entered onthe arm of her brother. She war gowned exqu'sitely in white silk trimmed with white rach- fing ani chiffon. Mer veil, full length was caught with a wreath of white rosebude. [er boquet wanof white carnitrona and ferns, ticd with white sitin ribbons. Misa Mac Helem, maid of honor, wargowned in white. Mr Wright was attended by George Burkes, of Hlilltop, as best man, and Jesse Helm as groomsman. At the banquet following the ceremony Meand Mra Bradley were astiated by Meadames I. D. Harris, JK. Brailev, H, Cox of Stroag City, and Miss M, Russell. Tho happy psir willliveia Kaw poria for a short time, IOLA DOINGS ‘Tae geindest afsirthat hsetaken plese during the hojilays was the ywe Ling of Miss Peart Johuson and MrJod Busy dr ‘Phy mirage waggolemnized in Bell Chapel, a ae echurch, by the Raz JS Bass, Se, fathes of tha groom, The bride waigownelin white sitin, ducke ewe trimnsl in red point lace The groom wore the regulation lick Prince Albert, The house was profusely dscorated in pink and white, and Mos, G aves played tbe wo'ling march. They will be at hee? in Pop2ka, where Me Baseis employed by Hintey & Ritchie, J. Biv, of Peas City, wa visiting frienha in this town, for a fow diya. John Alex inder of Yates Center, ta visiting his eon, Samuel, of O11 South etreet, Fred Dunsan, of Viao, UT., is visiting ro Clarence, Tho ON O club gives reception imhonor of Mrs J, 8, Bass, Jr, nee Miss I’earl Johnsua, The rooms wire decorated in the clab oolora, lavender and white, and about a hundred gucate and friends were present, Mra Mary Woodard is home from Baliwin, where ehe has boon visit- ing relatives and friends. Tho Chrietmas for the Sunday Schoolaof Bassett waa a success, Rey Dr Bans, pastor of thea mu church and Rev Duncan, of the Baptivtchurch, have good actoola. W.lliam Groomer haw purchased tho Taylor busines place oa South atrect, for four thousand dollars. Miaa Pearl Groomer bas returned toher school at Wier City after spending Xmas with homo folks William Groomer and wife, Eaat Spruce. Bland and Papin, the popular young roataurant incn, aro doing well. ANTIIONY. W. 5. Pyles, of Authony, is vis. iting hia brother and sister, Dr J. S$. Teague and Mrs P. L, Timber: lake, He reportya good tim; and sayeltisaGnecountry, ~~ 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. 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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. "The idea of drinking coal oil may seem repugnant to some aesthetic tastes, but one tablespoonful will fix the business for the most stubborn cold in the head Wm. McKNIGAT, Mgr. T. N. COLLINE Waiters Catering (1228 BALTIMORE) WAITERS, PORTES AND When in Kansas City Association. Nearly for a Specialty. BUFFET. Fred M. Stonestreet. Stonestreet Successors to J Undertakers an Wm. McKNIGAT, Mgr. J. T. MORELAND, Sec. T. N. COLLINS, Head Barber. Waiters Catering Association, 11228 BALTIMORL AVE. WAITERS, PORTES AND ALL STRAINGERS When in Kansas City are invited to visit the Association. Neatly furnished Rooms. Baths a Specialty. BUFFBT. LICENSED BARBERS Fred M. Stonestreet. G. W. Hamilton. We carry one of the finest lines of Under Topeka. Corner 7th and Quincy St. Top We carry one of the finest lines of Undertaking goods in Topeka. Corner 7th and Quincy Sts. Topeka, Kansas. ，， or body. Turpentine is another fine thing for general conditions. 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 CSopeka Plaindealer. ———<—<—<$$ Published mt Topads, Shawnee county, Kar. very Today morning b7 THE PLAINDEALER PUBLISHING CO, tse Rare Savexra Sraet. eRe BOCK CHILES, «= = Bosorene Manacen $.M. CHILDERS, + + © Eprom _——<—$<—<—— SubsCUrTON RATES. One ween by matd.sssecsesseveeseosssesanseee 50 Bia mowiha by mall..scsssssessessoeeesecssese $2 0 Hares mowiba by mall. sesssssssscesssaseneeene ee SOC —_———— Batered st the postofice aij Topeka ut second cam mall matter. —_—— FRIDAY, JAN 5, 1900, ———_——————_— I hereby announce inysclf a cang didate for sheriff, subjoct to the Republican primacica. Rome Cotvin. Thereby announce myself a can @idate for Sherif, subject to the Republican primaries. JounM. Witkenson. ———————___—_—_——- G, W. Betta announces himeelf a candidate for Sheriff, subject to the Republican primaricy, 1000, ————— Jonathan, D, Norton announces himeelf'a candidate for Sheriff of Bhawnce County, subject to the Republican primaries, 1906. ————_—$_—$— 8. J, Hodgins annouces himeelf a candidate for Register of Deeds, subject to the Republican primaries, 1g06. J,R. McNary announces himeelt a candidate for County Attcruey subject to the Republican primaries, roob. Harry Nichols announces hémect! as candidate for Register of Deeds, subject to the Bepublican primaries, 3906, Tama candidate for nomination for Connty Attorney by the Repub- lican primaries cf Shawnee County. Frank H, Foster, —————<$ $$ $_—_$$$$_§_<— S. H, Haynes announces his cau- didacy for county commiesioner, sub- ject to the Republican primaries, 1906, Stanley Medlicott, deputy County Treasurer, announces himself a can- didate for the;office of County Treas- urer; subject.to the Republican pri- maries, 1906. H.I, Monroe, deputy County Clerk, ia a candidate for County Clerk, subject to,the Republican primaries, 4906. Will Van Orsdot 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 Yoletide season in Washing- ton will be one full of unusua! evonte, festivities and gaietice. Society is preparing to entertain itself in a way that bas not been its custom for mary years. Cotillions, dances, parties, lectores, rausical entectain- ments and card parties will be in- dulgedin 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, Bociety Islouking forward with keen anticipation of pleasure to this event. Another pleasing feature of the week will be the recit- al‘and promenade of Aeolian Man- dolfn, Guitar and Banjo club which will take place this evening, Prof, W.8 Scarborough will open the midwinter season of the Bethel Lit- erhry assochation on January 2; bis subject will be “Race Integrity,” We want our subscribere to pay up. Weneed moneybadly, Please mail P, O,order for the amount of your éndebtedness and oblige. We shall pay our respects to Vardaman of Mississippi next week and shall mot spare any pains to } make ourselves understood, ATCHISON, KANg. f Prof, Pease of Lawrence spent ‘Chofetmas daw in the rity. ‘Christmas day in the city, Meeers. Ina E. Munford, W, E. Gray, Misses Ethel Penn, Lilian [Cunsiaghan, Virginia St, Clair, Winitred Morton attended the Inter We in Kansas City, Misses Maud Vanal and Florence Hawkins of Lincoln spent a part o! last week in the city, guests of Misses Elnora Hudeon and Cora Jones. Messrs. Andrew and Preston Mos- fey spent the holidays with thelr brother, W. Mostey, in Lincoln, Mr, Minor Robinson, who received serious Injuries by falling through the elevator at the Byram hotel sev: eral weeks ago, is able to resume bis duties, Mrs. W, H. Hudson kept open house New Year's day to her many friends, Punch was served anda very pleasant greeting was given all who called. Messrs. Richard Nunn, F. Jackson, C. Brigge, Misses E. McSpadden and E, Porter attended the grand party at Centralia Friday night. Miss Cora Jones is able to be out ugain, after a long and severe iliness of inflamatory rheumatism, Mre. Cora Brown and children left Wedaeaday for their home in Chey: enne, Wyoming, after « 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. Mesdamce Cora and Eliza Morton of St, Joseph spent New Year's day with their sister, Mrs. Bertie Ingram, Mr, John Cock, who haa been spending the holidacs at homo, re turned to Bhie Rapida Sunday. Mrs. Ella Taylor, who has been seriously ill, 18 a litte improved, Mr, John Dysart died Monday of pneumonia fever, after an illness of several days. He leaves a wife and several children tomas his presenco. | Miss Louise Henderson. one of Atchison's most chacming girls, hae returned from Kansas City, where she has been visiting her sister, F. J. Weaver, forthe past five weeke. Mr, and Mrs. Joe Henderson vis- ited theirdaughter, Mrs. F.J. Weav- er of Kansas City, during the holl- days. They returned home loaded down with presents, MEMPHIS, TENN, Miss Laura Eltis and Mr. James Guen were united inthe bonds of holy wedlock Sunday evening, Dec. 24th, at 6 o'clock, Rev. 1. Lane officiating. C. M. Jones is rapidly improving from the injuries sustained in ar accident some time ago, Miss Ninnic 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 13. Johnson of Somerville, were the distinguished guests of Mrs. RK. Macklin during the holidays. Mra. E. M. Jones is improving after undergoing an operation two weeka ago. Mre. W. M, Dillard, who is en: gaged in teaching at Kerville, spent the holidays in the oity with her husband at their beautiful residence on Indiana avenne, R. E, Robinson has returned from a visit with his mother at Yarden, Miss, Mrs, Jeannette Parker of Duck Hill, Mies., visited with Mre. R.E, Robinson during the holidays, Mre. Wm. Kimble has returned from Water Valley, Miss., where she waseummoned to the beduide of her father, Mre, L. A. Bowers has returned from Joelton, after an absence of ‘two montha, Dr, Sadic I*, Porter haa returnec from 8 very pleasant trip to JLolly Springs, Mies. She attended th C, M, E, conference while there, The St, John Baptist church was filled with a beautiful audience aw Sunday evening at 8 o'clock t witness the marriage of Mixa Anni McMichael and Mr. B. I, Nunn, the Rev, T. J. Searcy, pastor o: the Metropolitan Bsptiet church, and Rev, T, O. Fuller, principal o: the Howe Institute, officiating: The bridcie the daughter of th distinguished Rev, W.J, McMichael pastor of the Saint John Baptis cbarch, and is 8 graduate of Iowe Inatitate, The groom is a business msn of Saint Louis. We wish for them a bappy union and a grea! saccess through life, THE NEWS AT OMAHA, NEB. By MISS MAYME FREEMAN JOINS, 9812 Mrame Storer. . . . Baur 'Puone 4417, Yow Von XX on PX an PUM PURURC AURAL Le Pd sf r ity. ® ‘ Western University, r A QUINDARO,KANSAS_ A aie wget Sa lazer The K aE y ee — N Grauz ’ A a PS ONG - SP erducationa yj co eal rs ier... mK aes \ Li AL v i en eS Vastitution CT te eT eine i js ‘iy it REF HY APU cane 10r &Mansas J vf art Jaa Sa san | ana the West j uf wh! Vaal Hd LOLS | “, 4 Departments j - Se ee a a ie jo Theological, A > Oxi ce i i a peed iad || eee fea aice College, Normal etait nd TUF pr FP ESS |_| men OO cosa as ine an Kes , nm? vf caer le eit Smear uaa - Sub-Normal and j ~ uid tualtine are . ea State Normal. N¢ ew rasues pris JOR MESTERN VRORSITT AY EVUCDARE TATA, j x The Geading and Gest Jnstitution of its Hind in the Great est. COURSES | Advantages A Claasical, College, Preparatory, Normal, Bub-Nor- Splendid cae Heathful Climate, Good In- A mal, Musical (Iastromenta! 08 vocals tecpating Pees | fluences and Thorough meeaett cmtsy, Wimlegaed Bovk-Bindinss Hodee Course, | I n f orma t ton , Stenography and Typewriting, Tailoring, Dreesmaking and For terms, prices and all inducements offered, . vf I lain Sewing, Cooking, Laundering, Farming aud Gardening. write to ¥ uf WILLIAM T. VERNON. A. M., D. D. President ¥ Phones { Office—Bell—"White'’4302.,....Resdence—Bell—"“ Went” 35. r | LAL AO WLLL FT LK AAARALRRSs Dire, John Andrew ilardy hae recovered from her recent illncer. The Entre Nous club gave its New Year party at Peterson's hal! Monday evening, Marrison Gould and wife of Der Moines, Ia., after a pleasant vieit of two weeksin the city, gueste of T-Y.Mahammitt and wife, returned bome Wednesday. Miss Bessic Singleton entertained for Miss Voster of Hastings, Neb., last Friday evening. Thos. Reese and wife are enjoy: ing o visit from their cousin, Geo. Taylor, from the City of Mexico. John Smith entertained a few frienda Monday afternoon. Mrs, E. W. Pryor entertained Monday evening for her guest, Mrs, Foster, of Hastings. Misees Ottomar Eligan and Nora Payne gave a party Tueaday even- ing at the residence of the furmer, 2923 Grant street, Mrs. Louis Crabb of Topeka, Ke., spent the holidays with her sister, Mrs, Wille, 1014 Lindsay ave. Watching meetings were largely attended at the various churches, The many friends of Mre. Leasic Phillips will be pained to learn that her mother, Mra, Base, eontinucs quite ill, ‘The ladies of the art club re- ceived Monday afternoon at the residence of Mis, Chas, H. Hicks, QUL7 Teard atrect. TLET UVER FROM LAST WEEK, Mr. J, Miles and wife, of Tabor, Iowa, are apending the holidays in the city, visiting friends, Mixs Sadie Horn, after s ten days visit in Lincoln, returned home on Sunday. Mrs Fred Emery of Minneapolir, Minn, ie in the city, visiting rela- tives. John Smith apent Christmas day in Lincoln, Neb, Mra 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. Mra Will Macon left Tueaday for avisit in Sedalia and St Louis. John Wiltliame and wife have moved to thie city, from Carrolton, Mo. John B. Merritt and wife spent! Christimasday in Lincoln, visiting urs Merritt's brother, John Enely, and family. Mins Alma Wathins is in Lincoln visiting miss Mand Visnnell, | Mre Shropabire has received a ‘meseage from Kaneas City, stating the rerioux illners of her mother, ure Scroggins, ‘The concert at St John’s am x church on Christmae night was well attendad, Ben Jones, of 4124 Nicholas St., inapending afew daywat home wit hisfamily, | Dr W. M. Gordon and wife were ent rtained at dinuer, on Chrietmae day, by Thomas Payne and wife. | Clarence Wiggington is enjoying a vacation. Mise Willimas, of Atchixon, ic in the city an the guest of mine Sind Ferguson, Paul Wiggington ix suffering from tonmalitia. Miew Feeona Parker of v24 No 27, entertained Christmas day; whe aleo received a beautiful piavo as a present. The Fall Dress Ball of the PAIL, Sovial Club on Wednesday evening war quite a ewall affair, Mia BM. Tatcher of N= 25 19 vis: iting friends and relatives at Leavy: enworth, her home, , Clarence W. Wiggington, one of Omaha's most clever Negro waiters contributed anarticle to the Christ: mas number of the Alexander" magazine, of Boston. Mise Crawford, of Chicago, and Mies Flora Caxeell epent Chrietmas in Lincoln, | Mica Katie Lucar leaves abou [January 10th, °V6, for J.ce Angeler, to reside. William S, Metcalf and Mra. Jovephine Stepp were married las week, They areat home to theit friends ata4i2 S 15th wtreet. Mrs Dorris Thornton, of 28tt ulami street, received acard that announced the marrisge of hes younger sister, Christm .o day. Gus Comaand wiss ‘Sessie Davis were married on Satirday of last week, Capt John R Lynch, his private ecretary, M McCary and family left Friday for Pasaadena, Cal., to spend the nest six monthe, prior to leaviug for the Philippine Islands. A pleasant surprise wan given to Mrs Thomas Slaeser, on Tuceday evening, at ber reeidence on 40th and Nicholas st., ander the expert chaperonage of miss M. Goodchild. Mro E. M. Pryor entertained on Tucsday evening for her guest, urs Roberts, of Hastings, Neb. A delightful matine party was enjoyed Christmas day by E. W. Powers and wife, H, V. Plammer, ure Mary Overall, and mies Eulalia Ovorall, After the performance at the “Burwood” ars Overall was the hostess at an elaborate dinner at her residence, 2010 Lake street, followed by cards and masio. | ‘The .%ion Baptist church had three Christmas trees monday eve. Thedance at Ortboff's hall, under the management of Prof Wilson, wae yuite largely attended Christ: man night. Mise Urline Bowler entertained atdinner Christman day misses Mary and Irene Newman and Otis and Tuma Wateon. Mre Maynard Wileon entertained atdinner, Chrietmae day, ure Ben- jamin Jones and niece, mine Addie Bryant. — Excott a. Powers is rejoicing over the favorable reports he has lately rececived of bie mining stock in Tonapah, Nev, 50,000 ehares having been wold in two monthe. Miss Gracie Payne hax returned from a pleaeant vieit in Lincoln. Mre R. ou. Workeuff and mother, Mre. R. Turner, entertained at adlinner, Christman day, ure Will C Morris, of St Paul, winn, urs Dan’l Eligan and daughter, mies Ottamer, and Mayme E Jobne, Winifred Johnson royally enter- tained Friday evening} December 22nd, at whist and dancing. The Eureka Soeial club met with Kymphus Workcuff Friday evening December 29. Mrs Mary Overall, Mrs KE. W. Powers and Miss Eulalia Overall ‘will reeeive at the residence of srs, Overcl], 2010 Lake, New Year's ‘afternoon and evening. |G. Taylor and wife, new resie dente from Colorado Springs, Col. have purchased a home at No 2817 Mrami Street. Mies Ella Gilkie had as guests on Christmas day, Miseen Bettle Wig- ington, Gussic Thompson, Gzorgia Kennedy, Mexsers Gua Boone and John Woods. ee | GALENA, KANS. Henry Burnett of Kansan City and Will Burnett of Cherryvale visited relaties here this week, Joseph Lark went to Baxter Springs Sunday, Mrs. Elliott of Tenucesec, arrived in the city Sunday to visit with relatives for an indefinite peried, Arthur Young and wife of Joplin were guests of Mr, Young's parente Christmas day, Osborne Powell and Thos. Ulay of Cherryvale passed through the city Tuceday, en route to Jopiin. Leroy Daniels of Spokane, Wath., arrived in the city last Sunday and spent eevcral days with his parente, He went from here to Louisiana, where he will spend a few days. James Poynter of Joplin was in the city Monday. Mre, Will White of Kaneas City, and Mise Cora Cheatumn of Lowell, were among the visitors bere this weeh. ° Miss Frances Lane of Carthage, Mo,, vivited fiiends here thie week: Joseph Ewing and wile euter- tained atdinner Monday Mr. and Mrs. Harvey, William Crockett and his mother. . Bunch of the Ind, Territory, epent the holidays with parcote, Foster McClarn of Baxter Sp'ge was in the city last Saturday, | Roy Fleming of Joplin, Mo., ‘epent Sunday in this city. Fred McClaro of Kaneas City and Mre, Emma Burnett vivited is the city last week, Levi Davis of Kansas City, wat among the holidays visitors. The inetallation of the Knighte of Pythiae was held Wedneeday evening. <n —_-—~—s : LEE — SS : ; : /, “op Nr feZ C ih ‘ // —- PLAINDEALER «= \ h ls Considered a Household ’ Necessity in is , i | S000 | ; é of the Best Homes in Kansas! The Ky ‘ Paper Growing Better While the iF 7 Price Remains the Same /, Sn 40 Per Cent. to Hustline 40 Per Cent. to Hustling & Gi Nits Write us for Particulars r 6 . fo \ i _ a thet 4 a “ey egptuoa 8 uth a! 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. 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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