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THE SOCIETY THE LYNCHING EVIL MUST STOP! Dr. Caldwell Suggests a Good Remedy to Check the Lawless White Man —Uncle Sam Should Act. In the formation of this republic, there were two great factions, one led by Thomas Jefferson, who believed in a democratic form of government, I mean democracy in its true sense, "a government of the people, for the people and by the people;" the other led by Alexander Hamilton, called by some the Hamiltonian theory, that all power should be invested in the federal government. But when the constitution was framed it read "We, the people of the United States, etc.' Thomas Jefferson, the great apostle of state rights, contended that it should read, "we, the states." Time alone has demonstrated the wisdom of each and was supposed to have settled it in favor of the Jeffersonian theory. But the frequent occurrence of lynching and the inability of the state officials to maintain law and order and prevent mob violence clearly indicate the incapacity of the states to govern themselves. The lynching of the three Negroes at Springfield, and the arming of both the Negroes and whites and the procuring of three hundred sticks of dynamite by the latter clearly shows the sense of anarchy, which nurtured and fed by continual lynching, will grow beyond control. "But," says the vain white man, "If the Negroes say anything or show the least spark of manhood we will kill them all out." A very good bluff. Don't you know that if you should start such a thing with as much coal oil and dynamite our beautiful land would be left in such cloth and ashes, and furthermore that many millions of whites would be on the side of manhood and right. You can never divorce the white man from the Negro because the Negro contends for right and no more. Again, some say that public sentiment is so potent in some states it is impossible to prevent mob violence. Now I will admit. So much greater the need for federal control. Lyuching is a national crime and those commit it should be tried by the U. H. courts. I say national because it is a violation of every principle in our constitution. If to unlawfully deprive a man of his liberty is so great a sin, the federal government does not hesitate to interfere, why not know the same interest in human life? Liberty is great, but life is greater. By law a man may be temporarily deprived of his liberty for a great many offenses, but there are very few crimes for which he can be deprived of life. The southerners claim that if the federal government should interfere with their mobs it would encourage the Negro in the commission of crime. It is needless to say that their claim has no foundation Agnus, lynching is an enemy of popular government because it destroys the patriotism of a people. We, the Negroes of America, are compelled to hold the U. S. government responsible for the brutal lynching of the third Negro at Springfield also for the burning of the wooor at the stake in Mississippi a few years ago. In Missouri we have Negroes desecrating the statue of liberty by depriving another citizen, (I may citizen because according to the law of our land every man is judged innocent until proved to be guilty) of that greatest of all possessions—his life that which alone God can give. If they desired sport and pastime for the Easter ball, why did they not have a bull fight or a free prize fight and not take human life for sport, simply because the victim was a Negro, and that in the face of the fact that they both stood uncondemned, even by the girl herself. No, my fellow citizens, this government has waited too long already to take such crimes in hand. Do not listen to the dimsy doctrine of state rights until the foundation is sapped out this great governmental structure. Now, may dear, old Uncle Sam, our patriotism is almost destroyed because you guarantee us no protection because we are Negroes. Perhaps you think you are so strong and mighty that nothing can harm you. You are mighty, but in the Springfield lynching you are not right. We care nothing for the states, you are responsible for the states. When those eleven Italians were killed in the state of Louisiana, it became the duty of our government to pay an indemnity to the Italian government. Hon. James G. Blaine, that greatest of all statesmen, the man whom Ingersoll styled the "prince of parliamentarians," paid it out of the national treasury, demonstrating the fact that government and not the state of Louisiana was responsible. I am fully aware that my opponents will claim that the state law is supreme whenever it comes to burning and lynching Negroes, and when it does not conflict with the constitution of the United States. Remember that the constitution reads "we, the people," and not "we, the states," demonstrating that the people as a whole are the guardians of life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. Unless deprived of them by due process of law. For an example, take the state of Utah, she elects her senators and sends them to the senate. The senate claims a right to indict them in the name of the government and deprives them of their seats, regardless of what Utah may think or do. And why? Because the moral standard of Utah is not in accord with that of that of the national government. Hence, the judiciary does not hesitate to interfere. Whenever the legal standard of a state is not in accord with the constitution which guarantees to every man the right to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness unless deprived of it by due process of law, the government has as much right to take the matter in hand and to hang every dog in the mob as they have to unseat the senator from Utah. Some of the states are drunk with power. They believe that whatever they see fit to do should be considered right by the general government. South Carolina believed it in 1861 and in obedience to her belief, Beauregard fired upon Fort Sumpter and thus precipitated the greatest of modern times. We thought it was settled at old Appomattox, but we find that evil spirit alive today, giving vent to itself by burning and lynching innocent Negroes and concealing their cowardly inhuman deeds behind the doctrine of State Rights. If it be the spirit of the nation that mob law should continue and if the mobbing and lynching states have the moral support of the central government, implied or expressed, if the mob spirit be national and if the central government is attempting to conceal her true spirit behind the thin veil of States' rights, then let us know and we will bow down in sackcloth and ashes and strive to be content until the time comes for us to revenge even this great government. Nations as well as individuals, kingdoms as well as families, monachs and republics have their periods of prosperity and adversity. The greatest power of the American government is not its army and navy. Destroy our army and our battleships, we could collect another army and build more ships. But destroy our constitution guaranteeing rights and liberty to all, and there is nothing for which to fight. To ignore the constitution is equivalent to destroying the constitution. I make these charges against the national government. It is up to this great government to dispute them. Then suppose this great government should answer in the affirmative, either directly or directly, and claim that she does not give a d—n if they do lynch and burn Nogroes, what can we do? My answer is, Nothing, for the present. But educate yourselves in the military schools of Japan and the far East and wait for that trying hour which comes to nations and individuals alike and strikes hard the fatal blow. Oh, revenge, revenge, how sweet at last D. E. Carowk L., M D Osceola, Ark. TOPEKA PLAINDEALER. TOPEKA, KANSAS, FRIDAY MORNING, MAY 4, 1906. TRYING TO SLANDER GOVERNOR HOCH The State Journal Tells a Highly Colored Story on the Chief Executive---The Story Has Been Garbled, Says Governor Stanley. Statement of Mrs W F Stauney to the State Journal I was asked to withhold my resignation, but this I could not consistently do. I have been asked to deny the reports about Governor Hock's action toward me in his office but I have told every one who made the request that I would not tell a falsehood to shield Gov.orm Hock, though I would much rather that the facts would not have become public. I realize that such a report places a woman in an embarrassing position, but I think that my home residence here in Wichita has been such that I am proof against sluder. I do not see how I could have done anything else than I did. His report is important to true. I realize that the story will be published after the state convention and I have appointed for some time that it could not be suppressed. Wrighta, April 28 Why did Mrs Emma Stanley, wife of ex Governor W E. Stanley, resign her position as a member of the visitation board of the state charitable institutions? is a question that has been asked many times in the past week. There have been rumors and hunts of the real reasons for the resignation but the details have never been told except in an indirect and vexed manner. Here are the facts. Mrs. Stanley could not retain her position and her self respect at the same time. She is a woman of irreproachable character and holds a high position in society in this city as well as in Topeka where she made many warm friends during her four years' residence in the governor's mansion. This made her position, as a military man would say, altogether untenable. She did what any good woman would have done, gave up the place which implied at least an official obligation to Governor Hoch as well as threw her into contact with a man who could not be other than odious to her. Every effort possible has been made by Gov. Hoch and his friends to suppress the truth Both Governor and Mrs. Stanley were visited in Wichita by Governor Hoch and J. S. Dean, former United States district attorney, and begged to say nothing of the occurrence. Gov. Hoch has been most abject in his apologies and Mrs. Stanley was beseeched not to give up her position. Mrs James Lewis, her associate on the board, made a special effort to have her retain her office. Her answer always was that she could not consistently retain her position. Out of deference to some of her friends she did withhold her resignation for several weeks but she gave them to understand that she must retire from the board, and this was emphasized by Governor Stanley. The resignation was forwarded some time ago but it was not given out at the governor's office until recently. It was in December that Mrs. Stanley called at Governor Hoch's office in the state house to discuss the needs of the state charitable institutions. This was a part of her official duties and the conversation had continued for some time when Governor Hoch attempted to embrace Mrs. Stanley and to kiss her. With flashing eyes and blazing cheeks she tore herself away and rebuked him. Governor Hoch stammered an apology and Mrs. Stanley at once left the office and never again crossed its threshold. All her woman's nature rose in revolt and her first thought was to let the public know what had happened. Then came the dread of having her name linked with the scandal which any good woman would naturally feel. When she left for her home in Wichita, Mr. Dean, who is a close personal friend of Governor Hoch, was on the train and wanted to talk to her. He then brought Governor Hoch into the car and the governor was profuse in his apologies. He said he did not know why he should have done what he did, that it was simply an impulse and one that he would always regret. He accepted Mrs Stanley's reproaches without a word of protest but received no assurance from her that the affair would be kept a secret. Ex-Governor Stanley's health was bad at that time. He had recently returned from a trip to New Mexico for his health and on this account it was some time before Mrs. Stanley told him of the occurrence. He at once told her she must resign. Then came visits from Mrs. Lewis, Mr. Dean and Governor Hoch. They begged that the facts be suppressed and that Mrs. Stanley withhold her signature. Ex-Governor Stanley and Mrs. Stanley told all who came that this was out of the question; that she could not retain her place on the board. THE KANSAS DAY PENSATION. Meanwhile the story had gradually filtered out. It was investigated at the time by the State Journal as well as by other papers, but sufficient foundation could not be found to justify its publication. Governor Hoch was seen by a State Journal reporter and emphatically denied the rumor. Mrs. Stauley shrank from the publicity with becoming modesty and kept silent. Things were in this situation when the semicentennial convention and Kansas Day club met on January 29 and it was the chief topic of conversation among the visitors. Ex Governor Stenley created a sensation at the semicentennial convention by ignoring Governor Hoch and praising Ex Governor Bailey, who had been defeated by Governor Hoch for re nomination. It looked like there might be a stamped which would lead to the defeat of Governor Hoch. Then the political leaders became active and when the Kansas Day club banquet was held Governor Hoch was given a counter demonstration which tended to quiet the storm that threatened to engulf him. At this time a reception was held at the Governor's house and Mrs. Stanley's friends insisted that she must attend to quiet the rumors which filled the air. She went but staid about ten minutes and quietly slipped away and returned to her hotel. Still the story spread, Ewing Herbert printed a pointed reference to it and a Kansas City paper also hinted at the facte. Several country papers published references to the rumor and the Atchison Globe printed a short item since the resignation giving the names for the first time. It is recognized that the story will be used freely in the campaign which will follow the renomination of Governor Hoch. To get at the truth of rumors a State Journal reporter called upon Ex-Governor and Mrs. Stanley at their beautiful home at Riverside and Gillman avenues. Both verified the story as it has been told. While Mrs. Stanley still shrinks from the publicity, she admitted that she had resigned her position on the board of visitation because Governor Hoch's actions had made it impossible for her to longer serve on the board. Mrs Stanley said: "I realize that the story will be published after the state convention and I have appreciated for some time that it could not be suppressed. I have shrunk from this thing from the first. There is no reason why I should have received such treatment at the hands of Governor Hoch. Our families have been friendly for years and I assure you that it was a great shock to me. "I was asked to withhold my resignation, but this I could not consistently do. I have been asked to deny the reports about Governor Hoch's action toward me in his office but I have told every one who made the request that I would not consent to tell a falsehood to shield Governor Hoch though I would much rather that the facts would not have become public. I realize that such a report places a woman in an embarrassing position but I think that my long residence here in Wichita has been such that I am proof against slander. I do not see how I could have done anything else than I did. This report is unfortunately true."—State Journal. When seen by a reporter for the Capital tonight Mr. Stauley said "I have nothing to say for publication." "Is the report that has been printed in Topeka true?" was asked. "It is greatly garbled." was the answer. "Do you deny the report?" "It is true that there was a man came down here from Topeka and was received in my house, but I did not authorize him to make such a statement. The report is colored." "Will you take any action in this matter?" was asked. "What action could I take? It does not involve us." When asked to state as to what particulars the report was garbled he said that he did not care to discuss the matter any further.—Topeka Capital. VINITA, I. T. Mrn. G. A. Tarbet, of Denver, Colo., who has been visiting her brother, Mr. Rider, and sister, has returned to Topeka. Dr. J. M. Baskette, who spent a few days in the city visiting friends has returned to Kanman City. Rev. A. H. Hawkins attended the District conference at Sugar Creek, the past week. Prof. L. T. Brown, of Muncogee, was a visitor in the city Monday. Dr. Kendall was called to see little Bernice, the baby child of A. A. Hawkins and wife, who was a little ill last Thursday. W. H. Martin is building another room to his residence and it improves the looks of things very much. He has labored very hard to win the prize of twenty-five dollars offered by the Daily Chieftain, for the best lawn, and has one of the finest flower yards in the city. He works not only for his own interest but for that of the city as well. Mrs Mullenry, of Wagoner, I. T., was in the city on business on Friday. Preparations have been made for paving Wilson street, and men are at work. As the ball has begun to roll it may be possible that the business section will be paved. Ebb Hudley, of Finley & Hawkins force, attended the Grand Lodge of the K. of P., held in Ardmore, I. T., the past week. Master Frank Finley was on the sick list last week. Rev Devers, of Grason, preached a noble sermon Sunday, at the a. m. k. church. There was a good game of ball Sunday, at Muscogee, between Vinita White Sox and the Muscogee team. Vinita was defeated, the score being 5 and 6; J. F. Davis was umpire. The Pleasant Hour club gave outting Sunday, April 29. Twelve couples were present and nice time was reported NUMBER 18. Members of High School Class Kick on Negro Girl Being Valedictorian - The Better Class are Satisfied. A row has started in Leavenworth because valedictorian honors have been awarded to Miss Erma Bruce, a Negro girl. Miss Bruce stands first in her studies in a high school class of forty-four members. In accordance with the custom of the Leavenworth high school, she is entitled to be the valedictorian. She is two and a half points and one unit higher than the second highest, a white girl. In order to set the Negro girl aside, it is reported that the graduates as a class, elected a valedictorian and a salutatorian. So far the trouble has not gone beyond the high school teachers, but a movement was started this morning to place the matter before the school directors. Erma Bruce is 17 years old and the daughter of Prof. B. K. Bruce, principal of the South Leavenworth Negro school. Prof. Bruce is a nephew of B. K. Bruce, the Negro who was a United States senator from Mississippi, who died while registrar of the United States treasury. If the above article is correct, it not only shows an injustice to Miss Bruce, but to the entire colored population and whites of the state as well. Everyone who wishes to secure an education should be allowed to do so without molestation or restriction. The public schools are for the benefit of the community in which they are located, and are supposed to edify and enlighten the people thereof. There is always opposition against those who pursue their studies earnestly in schools and colleges, which quickens the minds and spurs the student to take advantage of every opportunity, and in order to secure honor for careful study and good deportment, they are awarded all that a school or college can give to them. As Miss Bruce has proven herself to be one of the most studious and the greatest intellectually of her class, she is entitled to be the valedictorian of the graduating class of 1906, and it is the duty of the parents of the white children, as well as the teachers of the high school, to so instruct the children to respect honor and merit and not color. We know that the better class of white people of Leavenworth will not countenance for a moment any action to mar the bright and happy future of Miss Bruce and her parents, as well as that her many friends by stealing from her the honor that is justly due her. We think it is an honor to the reputable white citizens of Leavenworth and adds much to their credit to have it said that through their encouragement and assistance a young colored lady has so conducted herself in her studies and deportment as to lead her graduating class. And if other young colored ladies who are attending high schools and colleges will take the example of Miss Bruce they can vie with those of other race for honors, and as they earn then they will be given fair treatment irrespective of color or condition. OUR NEW FOLDER. This is the cut of the new foldin machine which enables us to get our paper out from three to four hour earlier. This folder was purchase brand, new from Sidney, Ohio, and we need money to pay for it. Those who are in arrears with us, please pay up your subscription, that may get the paper out on time at time and pay the office force, who need money at all times. White part get the paper out and the red shirk. THE STATE CONVENTION! Republicans Meet and Nominate a State Ticket---A Feeling of Unrest Among the Negro Voters. REPUBLICAN TICKET Governor—L. W. Hoch, Marion county Lieutenant Governor—W. J. Eitrger ald, Ford county. Secretary of State—L. Denton Hut per county State Auditor—L. M. Nation, Nesho county. Superintendent of Public Instruction —E. T. Fairchild, Dillsworth county. Attorney General—Brad P. Jackson Greenwood county. State Treasurer—Mark Jolly, Mont- gomery county. gentry county State Superintendent of Insurance- Chas. Barnes, Osage county. State Printer—I A McNeal Shawne county. Railroad Commissioners—C A Ryker, Reno county; Glen W. Kantvel, Harvey county; Frank Ryan Levenworth county. Justices of the Supreme Court (for six year term)—W A Johnston, Ottawa county; R A Dutch Salme county (For four year term)—Slas Porter, Wyandotte county, C B Graves, Laven county. --- The Republican State Convention convened in Hopka last Wednesday, was one of the largest conventions ever held in Kansas. There were men of all tions present and harmony seemed to prevail at the end. The nominees on the ticket are man of reputation and ability and each individual will have a stand and give in account to the voters as to what may be expected of them when in office, and if they can convince them of the fact that they will perform the duties in the interest of the public and not of individuals, they will get the majority of the votes cast in the election. People have come to have less confidence in platforms and more in the candidates within the past years, as there seems to be a tendency of men to ignore platforms, after one in office. There are several things to be considered by the voters of this state, before they will cast their ballots, for any party, and those who are in charge of the party campaign will have to solicit and employ good instructors to go up upon the rostrum and educate voters and convince them that the party means to carry out every pledge and obligation made. There is considerable dissatisfaction in the party on different matters at this time and the people are not in any connation to be fooled with The party has adopted a good plat form, except one feature, and that is the reaffirmation of the principles of law, grant and others, that all laws be equal and just for all people of all nationalities in this country. The party should once and for all other stand up for that principle or abound the name of Republicanism. The colored Republicans of Kansas must be assured that there will be no further legislation on black laws, local or general in this state and that all laws hereafter will be made to read for John Jones and Bill Smith, making no difference whether they are white or black. This is one feature that was left out of the platform, that we cannot understand, as the majority of the colored people of Kansas were looking for something on this point. The party expects the colored voters to stand by them at each and every election, but they fail to face any colored man in the council on any advisory board whereby information and progress could be made along the party lines. It would have been a wise act for the convention to have nominated a committeeman at large and then named a colored man for that committeeman. We do not mean to say that we want anything going into the platform using the word "colored" at all, the name of any race of people, which are glad to say was not done, but the laws of the state be as general as the platform by expressing what is not for the people and what the party must do if empowered to do so for the people, irrespective of any prejudice of nationality. There are several hundreds paying positions in Kansas and not held by a colored man. We do not mind that it should be given the man because he is colored, but as the white Republicans designate and out line what should be given the Negro Republicans, giving the lines, themselves, and coming us to accept it, we are bound recall their attention to these facts as nothing more than right and just. All different nationalities of the parties be recognized in paying positions to stimulate and create a healthy birth of the principles of the Republican party. the endorsement of Prof. W. T Ver by the Republican party is magnanim and shows that the party is willing times to concede something to men of merit and ability of other races. The resolution asking for the continuation of Prof Vernon struck terror to the souls of the venn and sum, who circulated dutty literature among the delegates at tending the convention. This was outrageous and shows what nihilism, unhuman and nudish meeps man of this calabar will resort to in order to accomplish the desired end. The corollation of these encumbrates made Prof Vernon's friends all the more determined and it was a solar pleas blow when he was endorsed by the convention. There were several colored delegates to this convention and all were in second and out-spoken in the support of Prof. Vernon, except the delegation from Shawnee county, who seemed to be sulking and derrot, and did not respond when called upon to do what they could to assist in setting Shawnee county right in the minds of the people as to how the colored people stood with him. But we assume the public that the rank and file of the hard working well mening and industrious people of Shawnee county do not containse the outrages that have been propurated against Prof. Vernon, head painter of which system seems to be in Kansas. The convention is over and time will tell what is host to be done. We would advise our friends to look well to the interest of the legislature, exercising good judgment. He diligent and watchful. As to the heads of the tickets, at the present time we are between the devil and the deep sea. On the one hand is a ralebol and on the other is a man with not enough backbone to stand up for the principle he believes in. In he could stand fire and had the courage to back his lie that there would be no hostility on our part, but it he is to allow people to dictate the internal workings and misconstructions of law and right, which works hardships on the citizens of this commonwealth without restraint, he cannot expect their support. The colored people of Kansas have to be assured that they have no repetition on the acts of the legislature of 1905, especially that portion of the laws which draws the color line before they will give the head of the ticket their entire support. We shall look on to a while, but do not see where we can consistently to anything but watch and play. KANSAS REPUBLICANS' PLATFORM OF PRINCIPALS Following are the resolutions adopted by the Republic in state convention: The Republic party in state convention assembled to affirm its pride in the history and achievements of the national organization and alliance to its principles. The wisdom of its financial policy so seriously antagonized is now universally conceded while its protective policy provokes controversy only between revisionists and stalemitters. Under the image of these wise policies the country has vaulted to the front rank among the nations in finance, manufactures, material development and general prosperity while its wage earners and commuters twice as great as in any other city. The vigorous, able and wise administration of President Koehlevit commands our enthusiastic approval as it has won the plaudits of our countrymen, regardless of party. "We indorse the recent state administration and command its splendid achievements to the favorable consideration of every patriotic citizen of the state. "The great calamity which befell San Francisco and its water cities on the Pacific coast touched the ligature of sympathy which bonds all humanity together and we are proud that Kansas was among the first to respond to this pathetic call upon our common humanity, and that the response has been in harmony with the great heart and abound any resources of this state. Work of Last Legislature Work of East Legislature We believe that platform promises are as sacred as business contracts, and should be as faithfully fulfilled, and we point with pardonable pride to the redemption of the numerous promises made in our last state platform. Among the many wise enactments of the last legislature we call especial attention to the adoption of an improved plan for the management of our state charitable institutions, the selection of a board devoting its whole time to the care of these sacred institutions, with ample headquarters in the state house, a plan which is resulting in an improved condition in all these institutions and a large saving of expenses; to the new state printing law, which within a year has resulted in the erection of a large three story, fire proof printing house, with modern equipment, the cost of all of which has been saved in two years. to the juvenile court law which is allowing countless boys from prison brands to the state depositor' law, from which the state is realizing more than $1,000 per month upon its state deposits) to the fish and game law, which has placed Kansas beside the most advanced state in the protection of game and in the protection of fish Railroad Legislation The Republican party enacted the most railroad law in Kansas. It has uniformly stood for consistent and efficient regulations of these great corporations. The last legislature, without any specific platform promise previously made, enacted a general railroad law conceded to be the best in the United States. In addition it passed twelve other bills regulating the various relations of the railroads with their employees, passengers and shippers, constituting altogether the most complete railway legislation ever enacted at a single session by the legislature of any state. It pledges itself to such amendments and additions to those laws as experience shall justify and demand to the end that the board of railroad commissioners may become and be maintained on efficient railroad for the enforcement of exact justice in all matters relating to the transportation of passengers and trusses. "The legislature having contended upon the board of tafford commissioners full power to regulate freight and passenger rates, we pledge the nominees of this convention upon that board to a speedy and conscientious examination and determination of all these questions and the establishment of such maximum rates for passenger and freight traffic that shall be past to the people and the railroads, and we hereby place ourselves in harmony with the policy of President Roosevelt on tafford questions which policy we heartily indorse. "We are in favor of the passage by congress of the Hopburn railroad rate bill as it passed the house of representatives, without amendment that will in my way impair its efficiency or diminish the powers granted by it to the interstate commerce commission. The Tarif. We again declare our adherence to the principles of a protective tariff and earnestly favor its continuance by the levying of duties on imports to an amount sufficient to prevent rumours competition with foreign manufacturers who employ cheap labor, but we do not believe that tariff schedules are sacred and we recognize that they should be adjusted from time to time in order to meet changed conditions. Service Pensions Favored *We again express our undying gratitude to the man who fought to maintain the integrity of our nation and Union and preserve to the world a government rounded upon liberty and equity, as well as to the man who, in later war, carried the flag of liberty to the oppressed of other lands and extended the boundaries of freedom. We demand strict enforcement of all laws giving and, relief or preference to soldiers and sailors, and that dependents. Where such laws are not effective, we demand amendments that will make them effective. Forty years having passed since the close of the war for the Union, we demand that in keeping with the custom established by our government, surviving soldiers and sailors or that war be now given a full service pension of not less than $1.2 per month. Long Indorsed - Burton Ignored We endorse the official record of our able and efficient sanction Choree I Long is well as the official conduct of all the members of the Kansas delegation on the congress of the United States. We earnestly endorse the policy of the national government in the ratification of the arid and semi arid land areas of the country by means of irrigation and request our representatives in congress to diligently labor for the extension of this beneficent work is rapidly as possible, to the end that new homes may be provided for millions of people and the wealth of the nation vastly increased. Oil and Gas. "The legislature, by its fearless policy of legislation in relation to the oil and gas interests of Kansas, and by its wise enactments, curbed the power of the oil trust and established competition in the reining and sale of oil so that we now have prosperous, independent refineries and matted that result which, spreading over the entire country, bids hair to and the merciless and unscrupulous reign of Standard Oil oppression. Both oil and gas are the gifts of nature to hanse, and the development of those industries has added millions of dollars to the taxable property of the state. Their continued prosperity will result in the bringing of many millions more. Under the laws passed by the last legislature, eight independent oil refineries have been built and eight more are now in process of construction. This unparalleled development of the refining business would have been impossible under any other circumstances. We point to this record to show that the Republican party can be depended upon at all times to protect and foster the unbuilding of every material interest in the state. Statehood. We heartily sympathize with the efforts of Oklahoma and Indian Territories to be admitted into the Union as one state. In all the essentials, popula- than, extent of territory, wealth and intelligent citizenship, these territories abundantly meet all the requirements of statehood Every consideration of justice toward the 1,500,000 people residing within their boundaries demands the immediate admission of the territories into the Union We hereby request all our representatives in the congress of the United States to use their best efforts to accomplish this much desired result at the present session of congress. Primary Elections The foundation of good government is the wall of the impunity, fairly expressed and honestly recorded. To that end the selection of a candidate is as important as his election and the primaries should be as sacred as the polls. We demand that every safeguard that now surrounds the general election shall be established for the primaries where candidates are selected and such additional provisions as shall preserve to each party control by its own members, freedom of choice and an honest record of the result. Anti-Trust Laws When as, the Supreme court of the state of Kansas, and the Supreme court of the United States have held the anti trust laws of Kansas constitutional, and said laws have been demonstrated to be efficient to the punishment of offenses we demand that said laws shall be rigorously entered by the attorney general and every county attorney of this state, and we demand that the legislature shall make liberal and sufficient appropriations to conduct investigation and prosecutions against all trusts and combinations in testament of trade, to the end that such unlawful combination may receive such exposure, prosecution and punishment as their enormities deserve. The Republic in party stands for the supremacy of law and demands of the executive, prosecuting and police officers the legal enforcement of all laws, regardless of personal opinions is to their wisdom or expediency." Thanks to Topeka. As a separate resolution, the platform committee presented the following which was adopted by the convention. Resolved. That the thanks of this convention be extended to the patriotic and public spared citizens for their spared preparation for and elegant in attendance of the attendees at this convention. We especially thank the Commercial Club of topska for the special attention given to providing for the content and amusement of the visitors to their attractive city. They have demonstrated their capacity to successfully provide for and entertain all conventions and to make the Kansas semi centennial a glorious success. "The Republicans of Kansas recognize in Prot W. I. Vernon a type of all that is host in his life. He is honest, clean and cultured and we curently request that the senate of the United States confirm his appointment as registrar of the treasury of the District of Columbia." There were several distinguished colored people in the city attending the state convention this week. Prot. W. T. Vernon of Quindro, Kansas, was called to address the convention after several repeated calls and three or four speeches, the convention would not rest until the Professor was called to the restroom and introduced by the chair man and in a row well chosen remarks he claimed great applause. The audience would not permit him to step, but insisted on him continuing. He arrived to the birth of the party and the good it had accomplished and the loyalty of the Negro to the party and what good was yet to come. He received a great ovation and was admitted by large majority to the dignitaries. Hon J. B. Fliming of Horton Kansas, Patterson and L. F. Bradley, Wyndale, Vanhoek of Crawford, Bettis and James of Sodgwick West and Williams of Douglas, two delegates from Graham, Prost Lowry of Miami, two delegates from Bourlon, Other Wilson and Hon Wm Edson of Atchison, W. W. Shoales of Salma, P. H. Bussett of Chetopa, Pete Wilson of Oswego, D. L. Dipton of Lyons, Attorney Bell and Dr. Moates of Lavernworth, and Attorney Jones of Hill City, were some of the delegates. We had several visitors, also from Horton, Kansas, among whom were Moores Plumb, Diniels, Martin, Lee and Arnold Others from Kansas City were Jno. W. Jones, Imo Lake B Washington, G. E. Moody, F. D. Gleed, L. J. Maddus, H. Bill F. L. Grayden, L. W. Johnson, Will Boone, H. Reed, Squire Lee A. L. Wilson These are all progressive business men and farmers An Eeaster Wooing in Springfield It is seldom that we publish poetry in these columns from the fact, we are not sentimental and so few poems appeal to us that we don't know a good one when we see it. However, we have been "touched" for once and take pleasure in publishing the following poem just as it was written by Mies Mary E. Mason of Gillian, Mo. It was a beautiful morning our Lord waited to hear. The record from last Pastel passing year. 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Just nineteen hundred and sixty from this date. A mob crowd stood around our Lord to wait. And on the same day our Lord has risen. We see in Springfield a sick strolling. We learn they have taken the notorious blood. They have the same number in the food. Poor volumes were dragged and wilted from their cell. Only to sit down by our Lord and tell the first thing I fancy I have them say. "Good Lord I have come up on Easter day. Though we are innocent we have laid a dot to some man that have stood." No doubt they said while on the cross. "Whate is the law or is it law." In giving us in holdings their personal rights. And makes himself who is on this life. Where is law that says for crime. Shall have a speedy trial every time. While another great one burning france. For innocent son was not to blame. Although is one that had to blame. The easy debt now of the day. How could she stand if were for lying? Who arrows and give night to the dawn. Alas! How many shall answer all the judgment real. Answer for those men they that a feast. Coker Duncan and Allen they will meet. Will be holding a conference of their counsel. They discover a home of love in a town away in one place where the Norwegian life. In pain went Coker Duncan and Allen. Left their saffred and heart fraser. With wonder shall we ever break our mind we stand and take. But before a nineteen hundred and a more years shall fail. The fall for the Negro then will be told. Mob crowds will stand I get to their sentence passed. They will go down then where the Negro not so foolish. Spring and will go to get Let a sword. Saying Lord we have been faithful and worked hard. Then will come answer. All our servants stained. With some innocent blood you must also. A prayer that the race needs every day. It is one that certainly would sing. "Father of Mighty grace." Help us now to make a race. Beams and make us stand. For the welfare of mankind. Cast away all scattering the girl. 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It is easy to get Ford's hair, as we make the hair bTRAIGHT, SOFT and FLIABLE. A variety of applications are possible with Ford's Hair Pomade (OZONIZED OX MARROW). It is pinned up only in 80 c. l. m. and is made only in Chicago and by my genuine has been made. We promote all others. Pollutants with every bottle. Price only to the buy by druggist and dealer. We can buy free from his jobber or wholesale dealer and we can use for one bottle petroleum blend for this. We pay postage and express charges to all points in U.S. A when taking and prepares e.g. hair for a child. Write your name and address plainly to The Ozonized Ox Marrow Co. (None genuine without my signature) Charlie Ford Park 76 Wabash Ave., Chicago, M. Agents wanted everywhere. L. J. Maddux, Staple and Fancy... Groceries Meats and all kinds of Froduce. Home'Phone 784 West. Bell 2306. 854 Freeport Ave Kansas City N ressing PROMOTES KANSAS CITY. KANS. Messrs. Randolph and Champ entertained Wednesday evening, Apr. 20, at the home of Mrs. I. F. Bradley. There were forty guests present and the house was beautifully decorated for the occasion. Games and music were the principal features of the evening. A four course luncheon was served. Messrs. Champ and Randolph are two of the leading society young men of the city and have proven to be the most successful entertainers of the season. All declared it a most delightful evening. The W. H. B. club of the First Christian church met with Miss Lizzie Davis last Wednesday evening. The "Grab big" was the principal feature of the evening. A very interesting program was rendered. Rev Gen. Campbell is visiting Rev. Bowen for a few days. He was a visitor at the First Christian church Sunday. Jasper Thompson has returned from Maharas College. He is practicing medicine with his brother, Dr. Thompson. Miss Minne Robinson returned home Saturday from La Mont, Mo., where she has been teaching school for the past eight months. The Easter rally of the First A. M.R church closed Sunday. The officers of the church report #1250 cash, and some of the clubs are yet to report. We think the members and friends for their earnest efforts. JUNOTION CITY. The Second Baptist Literary Society met Thursday evening, April 20 and rendered the following programs: Recitations, Bedford Wilkes and Carrie Snyder. Solo, William Brown, Recitations, Frances Turner and Luia Crawford. Reading, Lirie Robinson Cornet Solo, Leonard Lee Recitations, American Hurley, Marie Buruseide, Priscilla Mason. Rosmarks, Mr. Tolbert. Song, Choir. Recitation, Fannie Gunn. Reports of Editor, Mr Carter; Britic, Lulu Crawford. President, Mr Tolbert; Sooretary, Averine Hurley; Reporter, Ella Jennings We have a base ball team that will challenge any colored team in the cities around. Miss Mollie Aldrige, a student of the State Agricultural College at Mashattan, spent Sunday in this city with her parents. Mrs Richard Robinson has been sentinal to her bed for the past two months. Miss Josephine Smith, daughter of Mrs Alice Smith, has been coniued to her bed for the past two weeks. STOCKTON, KANS. Ms. Katie Green has returned to her home at Stockton after teaching a successful seven months term of school at Port William. She also visited the schools at Leavenworth and I was intelligently entertained by Profa Bruce and Wilson. CANON CITY, COLO. Miss Gertrude Campbell, of Denver is visiting her mother, Mrs. M. Grant Mrs White and daughter, Maggie, of Florence, attended services in this city Sunday. Mrs Holmes has organized a Sunbeam Band among the children. PUBLICATION OF SUMMONS. No. 23,751. Robert Williamson of parts unknown will take notice that he has been sued in the District Court of Skawnee County, Kansas by Jennie Williamson, his wife, and that unless he appears and answers on or before the 29d day of April, 1906, the petition will be taken as true and a decree rendered according to the prayer thereof, divorcing plaintiff from defendant. ATTENTION: JENNIE WILLIAMSON, Plaintiff. By J. T. WARD, her attorney, I. S. CURTIS, Clerk. First published March 9, 1926. HOCH'S TROUBLE. The report in last Saturday's Journal, a few days prior to the setting of the Republican convention, concerning the attempt to kiss Mrs. W. L. Stanley by Governor Hoeh, is to be regretted. We think that such little trubs as that should be kept from the public. It does no one any good and only brings hard feelings and creates talk, and sets the manalmongers going, not only in Kansas, but over the entire nation. Anything that befalls the chief majesty of the nation or the highest executive of the state huts the people of that nation or state as well as the party accused. There is nothing nice in trying to create a wannal on a man who is high up in public position and who lives an honorable and Christian life. Mrs Stanley was an appointee of the Governor. She received that appointment on account of her high qualifications—a cultured and refined lady, as well as being a friend of the family. The Hochs and Stunleys both have families of young ladies and young men, who are growing up to take stations in life, and to be confronted with such things, is not very NOTICE. Teres Pastors and the members of the Women's Mute Missionary societies of the A.M. E church Kansas Conference. Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ: This comes to say that the annual Missionary convention will be held in Atchison, Kansas Tuesday and Wednesday, July 24th and 25th, at which time we are praying and looking for great blessings from our Heavenly Father in the outpouring of His Holy Spirit and means to further the Redeemer's kingdom May we not insist the hearty cooperation of every pastor in making this meeting a success? Will you, if you have not done so, organize a Woman's Mute Missionary society at once, and make ready to send a good report and at least one delegate, (two, if possible,) to represent your church in this meeting? Send immediately names of delegates to the corresponding secretary, Mrs. E. N. Ward, 1026 Taurumee Ave, Kansas City, Kansas, as the programs must be published in a few days. Let us pray, hope and work for great blessings. Yours in behalf of the Executive Board. ELIA E. BRAKTON, President. 614 Troup Ave., Kansas City, Kansas, 3-28-'06. PUBLICATION NOTICE. In the District Court of Shawnee County, Kansas. Cyrus Dixon, Plaintiff vs Ida O. Dixon, Defendant. The above named defendant will take notice that she has been sued by the plaintiff, Cyrus Dixon, for a divorce upon the grounds of abandonment and that she must on or before the 18th of May, 1906, plead or answer to the petition filed by the plaintiff in the above named court, or the allegations of said petition will be taken as true and judgment rendered, divorcing plaintiff from defendant. W. I. JAMISON, [NAI] Attorney for plaintiff Attest I. S. CURTIS, Clerk. First published April 6th '06. PUBLICATION NOTICE. In the District Cours of Shawnee county, Kansas. S. S. Hughes, Plaintiff, Clara Hughes, Defendant. To the above named Clara Hughes You are hereby notified that you have been sued in the District Court of Shawnee County. Kansas by the above named plaintiff, S. S. Hughes, whose petition in the above named cause was filed in said court on the 18th day of April, A. D. 1906, and that unless you answer said petition or appear herein, on or before the 15th day of June, A. D. 1906, the allegations in said petition will be taken as true, and a judgment rendered against you, divorcing you and said plaintiff, S. S. Hughes. J. J. KING, Attest Attorney for plaintiff I. S. CURTIS, Clerk. First published April 20th, '06. Boarding and Lodging Open Day and Night Mrs. Frances Harris, Proprietor. pleasant to either family. It is to be regretted that Mrs. Stanley allowed her name to be used in this connection and it was very unfortunate for all Kansans that the Evening Journal allowed this to appear in the columns of the paper from the facts of the high standing of the governor. The people seem to go wild over the charge of the Governor attempting to kiss Mrs. Stanley, but we do not consider that this is a very serious matter. It is owing to how he approached her. His kissing business seems to be a way of expressing appreciation of ability and honor attained by others. Ladies in Atlanta, Georgia, rushed up and kissed Mr. Carnegie and there now seems to be a dispute as to which kissed him first. When Hobson was in the South, after his return from Cuba as a hero, the ladies kissed him. There has always been a general disposition of people to express their appreciation of one by bestowing a kiss. The Navior was kissed and we cannot see where there is any great wrong or harm, even if the Governor did bestow or attempt to bestow a friendly kiss upon Mrs. Stanley or any other woman of high reputation character and ability. All men and women respect honor culture, and rementment. Where no intent of wrong is meant and where people are friends there should not be such strong by marked lines drawn, by hypocrites and critics, who have not the first inkling of honor and affection and love of culture and rementment. So many people have become so dishonest and low in their thoughts that when a small matter like this is talked of they constrain a man everything but the right thing. In the majority of the men who are trying to make something of this can stop at that there would be less do voices in the courts. This so called attempt of governors hock to kiss Mrs. Stanley is all man who about nothing. Lincoln Institute A patty of Jefferson City men won over the Lincoln Institute with a member of the board of Regents. Thursday to inspect the work of that school and came away with a high opinion of its management and teachers. They were deeply impressed with the standard of work in all the departments, but they were particularly impressed with the work which is being done in the industrial department. In that department they found young men cleaning practical information in black smithing carpentry, in all its branches, including good moulding and other useful trades and the girls acquiring the induments eye, more, a practical and working knowledge of domestic science, in all its departments. They were shown exhibits of the sewing, laundrying, fancy needlework, etc., done by the girls, and they were not only shown, but ate a wholesome dinner prepared by the students and served in the spacious dining room of the new girls' dormitory. All the men have been seen today, and while there is not a single one of them but that ate twice as much as he should, none of them are sick, which serves to show that the girls of Lincoln Institute will never shorten the lives of the good men whom they will marry some day by bad sicking. President Allen and the teachers in the various departments are a good bit and visitors are always shown every courtesy due them." Iot information relative to Lincoln Institute's famous Summer School for the professional training of teachers, write Dr B. P. Allen, President COLORADO SPRINGS NEWS Bien W. E. Gladden is in Denver this week taking the examination for Chap- ham to which position he was recently appointed by President Roosevelt to suc- ceed Chapman Allensworth of the 24th Infantry now stationed in Philippine Islands. The City Federation of Colored Woman held their monthly meeting at Peoples M. E. Church Thursday night. The department of Philanthropy had charge of the program with Mrs. Maud Moon, chairman. Mrs. Rosa Moore gave an informal luncheon Sunday in honor of Mrs. Olive Params and sister of Santa Fe, N. M. Bishop Oldmstead, D D, continued Misses Golie Smith, Teresa Roberts, Mary Lou Reed and Messrs Macon and C R. Robinson a few Sundays ago at Ipilpah Mission. The church was packed to its utmost seating capacity. Miss Clara Gray is very ill with tonsilitis. She is under the skilful treatment of Dr Grant. Mrs. I. L. Duncan has been entertaining Miss Pancy Johnson and Mrs. Boyd of Denver very elegantly the past week. Miss P. G. Lampton gave a musical in Pueblo two nights last week. Mr. D B. Faw and Miss McClune Colline attended from this city. Miss Lampton will be home this week. Miss Dona Curtis entertained the Pond Lily Club Thursday. Mrs. Georgia Jones and Mrs. Lyle were the new members added. Hippar Union met with Mrs W H Green Wednesday in most interesting business meeting. Mrs. T D Parkins of Denver is in the city the guest of Mrs. Maud Jenkins. Mrs. Parkins is treating the scalp and growing hair. In two years her own hair has grown from two inches to ten inches in length. She will remain here two weeks. The Hda Joyce Jackson Industrial 1 "THE GIRL IN RED," With Billy Sells' Show. Glorious Opportunity for the Colored Youth Young men who really wish to enter the great money making field, (the grocery business) will find great encouragement and help in consulting C. Gillis, Jr., end Bros., the wholesale and retail grocers. They will not only sell you as cheap as anybody else but they will t)ach you how to do business. If you go to the Gillis Bros., and invest only $150 or 200 and then follow their instruction, you can clear $25 to 30 per week. About thirty-five young men right here in the city who started from Gillis Bros. are clearing the above amounts per week and even more. You can do so too, so call on. C. GILLIS, Jr. and BROS., Store No.1,539 Miss. Ave Store No.2,344 Beale St. Memphis, Tenn. Near DeSoto St. Club gives a rectal next Thursday night at the residence of Mrs Hall on Last Maple. Rev. G. M. Bollman is arraying his forces for a big church rally this month preparatory to creating a personage. In a miss meeting at St. Johns Baptist church, 89500 was raised for the San Francisco sufferers, 85000 was spent at the colored grocery for provisions and the remainder was forwarded to the Red Cross committee. Rev. W. E. Gladkin was channman of the meeting Dr. Westbrook of Denver was the orator of the occasion. Prof J. H. Jackson and D. B. Faw of this city addressed the meeting A huge crowd was present. Prof. L. L. McGruder spent Easter visiting friends. He is now employed in the Denver munt in a lucrative position. Rev. Trawer, pastor of People's M. E. church, has just closed a successful two weeks' meeting. Mrs. Chas. Dinwiddie gave a May party Wednesday night at her home in Broadmoor. The Secretary Pro Tem of the Dramatic Club, was guest of honor. Mrs. H. D. Lair entertained the Rosebud Club Tuesday night. Many new members are being added to the roll. Miss Florence Garter of St. Joe, Mo. is the guest of her sister Mrs. Williams. The Entre Nous Club was the guest of Mrs. R. B. Heming Thursday. An excellent program was tendered. WICHITA, KANSAS Lots of things crowded our city Sunday. The Lord's blessed day was desorated. Excursions, park openings and much to displease our Heavenly Father was crowding into our little city. The churches were opened and the faithful people and pastors were found at their post. The Second Baptist church was blessed with our valuable father, A Fairfax, who preached two very excellent sermons, one in the morning at 11 a.m. and at 8 p.m. It is with pleasure we record Rev. Fairfax's visit to our church. The rally will be reported next week. The Second Baptist church is faithful in her avenue of work. Rev. S M Hall has promised to preach two special sermons Sunday, May 6th, and is asking for every one who will to come out to the services. Tickets are out for the ground breaking exercises which will be conducted at the Second Baptist church May 27th, 1906. The W M N S Society met at the residence of Mr and Mrs. Bertly Hook's Monday. Excellent meeting. The following persons are on the sick list: Mrs. Hattie Williams, Miss Mary Blackwood and Mrs Bradford All are quite all. The Bonnet social given at the Second Baptist church on the 27th was an enjoyable affair. Lots of good things planned for at the Second Baptist church this summer. Keep your ear open and your feet ready for moving, for you must be in the number going up to the Second church who are looking toward the new building and working for same. Pastor Hall says the greatest ambition of his life is to assist in building a new church house for the Second Baptist people. He is asking who will join to help in this movement. The house is needed and we must run up to build it. A history has been started which will contain all important matters pertaining to the work of the new building which may be read by our children after us. Everybody get a ticket for the ground breaking exercises so your name can be kept for all time. Tickets for all above 18 years, $100. All under 18 years, 50 cents. We mean business. Do you? If no, put yourself on record. Every member of Second Baptist church is asked to get to work. Pray and work, and success is ours. Paola Items. Last week's revival meetings was a success. There were five conversions. The meeting will continue this week. Rev. Miller has business in Kansas City today. The A. M. E. Church will give a Musical tonight for the benefit of the Sunday School Convention which will convene here in June. Miss Martha Claybourne and several other students was over from Ottawa last Friday to attend the high school debate, Ottawa vs. Paola. E. J. GERDON, 820 KANSAS AVE. I sharpen Lawn Mowers and repair Gasoline Stoves. Prompt service, good work and satisfaction guaranteed. Give me a triol. A SplendId Gift AS TO THE LEOPARD SPOTS 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. QUINDARO, KANS Oak Leaf Hotel East Side Katy Railroad DENNIS HICKS, Prop. Old friends all expected—New friends all all invited. 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. PUBLICATION NOTICE. In the District Court of Shawnee County, Kanaan, Jennie Beltch, Plaintiff, vs. Nathaniel Beltch, Defendant. NOTICE. To Nathaniel Beltch, Defendant: You are hereby notified that you have been sued by the plaintiff in the above named court in the above entitled action for a divorce upon the grounds of abandonment and grown neglect of duty. You are further notified that unless you plead to or answer the petition filed in said Court in said action on or before May 15, 1906, the plaintiff will immediately after said date submit her testimony to the Judge of said Court and demand absolute divorce from you, and for costs of suit in this action. Jennie Beltch. Attorney for Plaintiff. First published March 30, 1906. In the Probate Court of Shawnee County, Kansas. In the matter of the estate of Liberty Fremont Wells, deceased. To whom it may concern: Notice is hereby given that Mary C. Wells has by the Probate Court of Shawnee County, Kansas, been duly appointed as administratrix of the estate of Liberty Fremont Wells, deceased, that she has qualified by giving bond and taking the oath of office, as required by law, and is now acting as such administratrix. MARY C. WELLS. Administratrix of the estate of Liberty Fremont Wells, Dosed. First published April 6th, 1906. PUBLICATION NOTICE. In the District Court of Shawnee County, Kansas. May Thorne, Plaintiff. vs A. I. Thorne, Defendant. The defendant is hereby notified that he has been sued by plaintiff in said court for a divorce and alimony, and must answer the petition filed by plaintiff in said action on or before the 4th day of May, 1906, or said petition will be taken as true and a decree of divorce rendered against him according to the prayer of said petition. M. T. CAMPBELL, Att'y for plaintiff First published March 23rd, 1906. --- ' Gopeka Plammdealer. pet Aion dalldiadiaaa L PebMehed at Topeka, Shawete county, Kas. very Priday morning by \TME PLAINDEALER PUBLISHING OO, tse Kast Sevaxtn Sracet i er nc mem cnirs, = + Burnie Masacet #. @. CHILDERS, . . - Enrros eee carer 1 Jee veed by watl.sceesecrserssesesrsoeensees $1 50 + FOe months By mall..scsererecesecerssesenses BI 08 Pesee mowrhs by mall. .iccsscocssecreneserareses SOC ee ee Sees ree Batered at the postofice et) Topeks as tecosd ‘clase mall macers ee sce FRIDAY, MAY 4, 1906, Chief Trickett of the fire depart: ment of Kansas City, Mo., should give some attention to Fire Compa. ny No. 11,0n Independence avenue. ‘This is the only colored company in Kansas City, Mo., and we are com. pelled to say that it is tho filthiest and most dilapidated building that we have ever geen in all our lravels, for afire department, We are told that the chief does not give the colored firemen any consideration, hut allows the department to yo lacking for the want of his attention. Old, rundown horses, wornout harness, old cedar Dlock flooring, ao filled with hills and hollows that beforethe company can respond to 2 fire they have to vse crowbars and a block and tackle to holst the engine out of the ruts and holesin the engine house. There is no excuse for such a state of affairs in a chy like Kansas City, Mo. The men are good fire fighters, and if treated right would make as good a showing as any department in the western part of the country. EMPORIA. Hall Armstead of Omaha was in the city this week, the guest of hie parents, Mn, Blackwell of Strong City is visiting in the city thie week. Miss Maude Mason of Burlington is in the city attending Normal. C. T, Bradshaw of Topeka was in the city last Tuesday. He was the ‘guest of his daughter, Mattie Brad- shaw, The A.M E, Churebis planing for a big platform rally Sunday May 6. ; _ The services at the St, James Bap- .tist church were especially good Bunday morning. Miss Eliza Coffey of San Diego, Calit. is again in our midst after an absence of fourteen years. Sam Harrison of Veavenworth is home again. We are glad to wel- come him home, Mra. Allie May Evans ts on the | sick hat this week Miss May Helm entertained a number of friends Jast Thursday eveming in honor of her birthday. Miss Pearl Henderson isin Guth rie, Okla this week. The literary of the St. James ehurch atill continues to be very interesting. The C. M. Ii. church seems to have taken on new life under the pastorate of Rev, Williameon, The A. M. [. Sunday School is planning on an out-door excursion Friday, May 11. ‘The Infant child of Mr. and Mrs, Sam Carter, ja seriously ill. They “have lost two children recently and they certainly have the sympathy of their friends, The literary of the A. M. E. Church rendered an interesting program last Thursday evening, NEWTON, KANA, The sewing circle ofthe A. M. E. church met atthe home of Mrs, E Downie on East Sixth street, Al teport pm pleasant time. . The Busy Bee social last week was , & Brand success, Bev, J. S. Faulkner left the city today for Memphis, Tenn, where he will spend a few weeks, , Mrs. J. M, Grosa is contemplat- : log epending afew days in Florence, On ber way she will atop over is -Lopeks. Mrs, Josopbine Thomas of Wichi- jt is visiting inthe city for a few weeks. t HM, Heart, Mesdames Ramaey and W. Turner are on the sick hist. All are improving nicely, Mra. Manses leit Sunday for Tope: ka where she will apend the summer with her parents. Rev. Rivers will be with uson ‘next Sunday, ADRANSAS Gib ie The Sunflower band gave a musi: cal entertainment last Thursday which wasenjoyed by all present. Tev. Smith of Lenox. Tex. preach: ed last Bunday morning and evening at the Second Baptist church, The advice given by Rev, Guy to the young people, was appreciated by all well wishers of the race. Misses Laura and Amanda Brown ‘spent Sunday in Newkirk visiting their parents, Miss Hattie f.enox has returned from her home in Ashton, and will resume her studies at schoo) again, Mrs. Nettie Jones and daughter, Leone, leave this week to make their future home in Coffeyville, Kans, Mrs, Ella Harper who bas been very sick, 1s slowly recovering. Mrs, Gertie Williams was severely burned with hot grease tast week. PUEBLO, CULO. Presiding Elder Watson left tri day evening for Durango. Rev, J. 5, Walker, pastor of Scot Chapel, spent last week in the Springs, The Doreas Watson W.C.T. U. will meet at Scott Chapel Wednes- day afternoon, The Modiste Art club met this weeh with Mrs, Jno. Ashley, tog Rice street. L. Holland is said to be very il! at his home, corner of Ninth and (ireenwood street, Rev, N. L, Bray is very low at his home on Euclid avenue. Mrs. Naomi Harrison is reported as being ill at her home on Seven: teenth street, Mrs. M. Harris camefrom Denver last week and is at the bedside of her sick uncle. The Carnation Art cfub have elected Miss Rosa Bowers as presi- dent and Mrs Hattie Banhs as their delegate to represent them at the State Federation. O. W. Baker leaves this week for a weeks stay on hie ranch at Omer, Colo, TINCOLN, NEBR. Fred Jubnson has accepted the Job as night man at Rudge an Guengel Co, Quarterly meeting wae held at the A OM L,church Jast Sunday. Ser: Vicea were held three times during the day, conducted hy Mider Bran. fon, and a geod crowd attended, | There will bea baby show give atthe Mt Zion Baptist Churcl | soon. Grand rally, May zo at Mt /ton Baptist church, The strawberry social at Mt, dior Baptist church Thursday night wa well attended, ——_—- LAS VEGAS, N.M. Fleteher Burne is in the city from Barlington, Jowa. He witl spend the summer with his parents. Mra N, DeClelland of Denver it expected to arrive inthe city this week to visit her mother, Wm. Pope, manager of the colored club in this city, left Tuesday for Albaquerque where be will go inte business. Mr. Lincoin Burns of this city is on the sick list this week, Joe Brown, an old resident of the city and who has been employed at the Santa Fe depot as janitor for abevt nineteen years,has resigned and Mr, Enyan of Topeka has ac- cepted the position, The Progressive club met with Mrs. J, H, Smith tact week and tran. facted important business, The club has costinued to wove on in Ne good work, Aunt Lucy Ransom died Sunday afternoon at 5.30 o’clock at her home cn Railroad ave., after Jong months of suffering from dropay, She was about ninety years cf age and a good faithful Christian. Fonera! servioos SR A AT em ge MH ON a kegpaae To have a happy home you must have children, as they are great happy-home makers. If a weak woman, you can be made strong enough to bear healthy children, with little pain or discomfort to yourself, by taking Woman’s Relief It will ease away all yn ain, reduce inflam- mation, cure leucorrhea (w! ites), ives gill ovar- ian trouble, disordered menses, backache, headache, etc., and make childbirth natural and easy. Try it. At every drug store in $1.00 bottles. WRITE US A LETTER “DUE TO CARDUL freeiy and frankh, telling usall your } and nothing else, {s my baby girl, row troubles, We will send freeadvice (in | two weeks old.” wntes Mis, JPL plain sealed envewpe). Address: La- | West, of Webster City, lows, **Ste dies? Advisory Dept., The Chattanoog’ | Is a fine, healthy dale and we me Medicine Co,, Chattanooga, Tenn, both duing nicely." were conducted Monday afternoon atthe A.M. 1. Church, Rev. J. He Smith officiating, The bereaved huaband has the sympathy of the community, Mack Kinney went to Baate Saturday night, ‘The many friends of Elijah Glenr are sorry lo hear of his death in Tow Angelos, Cal., last week. He waa an oll and respected citizen of this city but moved to California near two years ago. Rev. and Mre, Louis Parke have been visiting their daughter im Oswego. Engeue Buford went to Baate Vriday. Will Harwell of Neutral wax here a few days last week. Mre. James Morford went Chetops, Kans. Saturday to vini relatives, Mise Blanch Barnett attended the school picnic in Barter Saturday. William Fitzpatrick received the nad newa of the death of his eon, Elmer, of Joplin, Saturday. The remains were taken to Baxter for burial Sundae; sovompanied by. he mn UN Yon on MPU AC AL AULS LR AUN a = i tW U . : estern University, ‘ QUINDARO, KANSAS i | ~~ <2 - he A ee ag ae je | a? cote Nee Great ea x arn gg TAT = A kD Z 4 #Boucatiena x “ ii pn INN, FT ek, y a EB EESEES SO ye . 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Vred Fetes and Foster Mc Clan, fof Baxter transacted bnemnes« here pitarday evening, The Knights of Phythiae gave 4 social at their hall) Wednesday evening which was well attended, Quite a crowd of young peozie went to Baxter pienicing Sunday, James Smith traneacted bueipess in Joplin Tuesday. Mra. Ida Pillars, of Neutral wee shopping in Galena Saturday. Misw Lottie McCall, of Jophin, warin the city Tuesday, HUTCHINSON, Reva, AH. Brooke and T, W Reeses left Saturday morning fo: -_ Mr. and Mre, Andy ime coter- tsine » few friend Jaet Tuceday evening, | Mr. and Mrs, H.W. Harding, land Master Clare MHarding, whe recently resided in Wichita, Kane, are now ploassnt vieitore ar thie city. Mr, Harding i a stenograph. erand typewriter and .e now on hia way to Rock Teland, 31... where he bas been appointed ae Jerk stenographer and typewriter, FATE Cab em J. W.D Venibler, a promineat merchant, planter and real crtate dealer of Clarkedsle, Miss., was in the clty recently on Dusinese and wasth: guest of Mra, A. Parker on South etreet. I. L, Bugge hae returned from Wert Pont, Mise. where ho wae called to attend tie foncral of his eieter in law, Mre, E. Edith. Mre. Mattie McFarland spent twa wethe vieiting with friends at Clarksdale, Mier, Mire Mattie Adame of Clarkedale acvompaniud Mre, McFarland on ber retarn trip and will epeed a few daye in the city, J. Scott who # conducting a suc: comvful business at Round Lake, wae inthe caty with hie family for afew dayr. Wro.§Borne fe up again and is rable to look after bie burinere, | ONE SOND DAVIS , Sunday sara grat day at the ‘Metropontan Baptist church, Abas tat thensands grople wit- vesmed tbe laying of the corner sone whit wae arder the wuepices of the GN OL 0, U.S The pastor, Rov Ted. Searcy dclsvercd the welkeme address, = Mujor T. IL. Malone, J, M. Man, president of the board of education, and Lawyer M, G Evans delivered able ad- Arcemts which were heartily receive ed. Hon. J.T. Settle Squire Ed ward» ard L. S. Orr made eelians) audrerece, The ecearion proved a eucceer. More than two hundred dollare war raed. Mr, Rosa Allen hos returned after a mourthe view with relatives at Bantor, Mire. JW. Wilhame a deg auc <ereful bumpers on Jchuten avenue, | Loch for Lie ad. | | Mrs. Vana Smith bas been on the sick List for eome tame but is now ATOProving. Mr. Whitenead’s place of business was broken into Monday night and about $icco worth of gouds taken. — Since Dennie Hadson ree ened his position at the annes he 18 working night shift He sta by h.s hog pen ‘and chicken «oy to kecp away the -MEMPHI8,:TENN, VALE NOTES. thieves. Mesdames Yarbrough aod Walte aitended the baptizing at Pitsburg Sunday. George White, Varbrovgh and Robt. Dewberty spent lat: wock at Creek Nation looking sfier their property around in the Redbird District. Mesdames Callie Lewie, Harris, Simmons and Monday vwited fin Weir City last week, Sid Gilmore, Waiter Mcatgomery, and Mr, Bmith returned from Tola where they have been working for the past two weeke. Mrs. Alice Galoway visited Mite burg Monday. Mrs. Dennis Hudson pave a syuilt: ing patty Friday oght. Those Present were Mesdamer Eendr, Alice Galaway, Grantma Galawny, Mil. ler, Whitehead, Misses Geargis Whitehead and Tanie Gaiaway, Refreshments were served at 12 o'clock consteting fice ertna, cake and wine, NO ANC >: Wat tee a Pees feats Rs pe Set 32 Ps S WF en ie a ies a zit 3 SH iy $ re a : ie ae ey ae RNS (icy 4 om ae GAN a3 in 2S ie eg PTS RS Ett Gk ROH 81 Hall-papers¥3 + ; © ei 5 B GNoroomcinberestyiamang fA RY Bit the wall paper i faded, woiled, (5 QO B oc inhurmonious (7 9 aThe wew and arinic Altred fF Peace “Prtze™ Wall-papers wid Xe Fada greatly to the attracthences MM of your homeand cost but lies i EG ciowhere cle will you fina BA EP fh 10 large 2 vutery, «The ples, JGe designe and colorings are. whe” lucent Samples shown “sed FO codmares shen widout obi. BES fe ton to buy E ee SPOTTS & scorT, | Ls: 7 @ Bell Phone 5u71 Hed FA 329 Elmwood Ave. f SD esau emerges 4 CLANS Lak Et on oa, eee W. E. JACKSON, M. D. PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON Office 604 Kansas Ave. OFFICE HOURS 10 10 A. M. 12 M. to 4 P.M. 12d. Phone 856. 10 10 P. M. J. M. JAMISON, M.D., PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON Examining Physician of the Heights and Ladies section. Special Attention to deceases of women and private diseases. Office and Residence. 227 MADISON STREET. O. A. TAYLOR, M. D. PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON 921 Kansas Ave. Both Phone 274 Calls answered day and night. Office Hours { 2 to 4 and 7 to 8 p.m. Residence 1535 Van Buren. Office over Lea's Drug store 921 Kax, Ave NEWS OF THE WEEK. Read THE PLAINDEAKR. Read the sermon. It is of interest and will do you good. When want to show race pride subscribe for THE PLAINDEAIR. Mrs. Nora Grant is visiting her aunt, Mrs. J. W. Ross, in Chicago. Rev. G. W. Guy conducted love feast at St. John's on Friday evening in the absence of the pastor. Miss Beulah Stevens of Pueblo, Colo. is the guest of Mr. and Mrs. D. W. Washington in Lawrence. Miss Nellie Hildebrand of Leavenworth passed through Topeka last week, en route to Las Vegas, N. M. Mr. and Mrs. Adolphus Bryant, of 504 E. Fifteenth street, are the happy parents of a baby girl. Mr. Kichard Harris, after spending a week in Colorado Springs, visiting, returned home Thursday. Doctors E. A. Walker of Kansas City, Kansas, N. B. Ford of Fort Scott, W. N. Stewart of Wichita and Jasper Thompson of Kansas City were in the city on business this week. Mr. Van Hook of Weir City, a delegate to the state convention, visited this office Tuesday. Part Deputy Grand Master, P. H. Bassett of Chetopa, was in the city and called at the office. Rev. J. E. Edwards attended the Booker T. Washington lecture in Kansas City, Mo. on Friday evening of last week. Mrs. A. M. Lucas has returned home after spending several months in Denver. She is stopping with T. Byrd. Mrs. L. H. Slaughter, the milliner, was in Kansas City, last week purchasing new stock for her store at 431 Kansas avenue. The Nonparcel club was entertained Wednesday afternoon by Miss Ollie Clay. The next meeting will be at the residence of Mrs. C. Bradshaw on Lawrence street. We visited Douglass hospital in Kansas City, Kansas. The superintendent is to be commended for the manner in which the institution is conducted. Rev. Burton of Mt. Olivet church reports a successful rally last Sunday. Revs. Norris, Fishback, Edwards and other ministers were present and assisted him, for which he is under many obligations. --- St. Simon's Episcopal church, Western avenue and Seventh street, Father Brown, Rector. Celebration of the Holy Communion at 7 a.m. Morning prayer and sermon, subject, "Consistency," at 11 a.m. Evening prayer and sermon, subject, "Enlarged Visions," at 4:30. Captain W. Reynolds will sing "The Land Mine Eyes Have Seen." Sunday School at 9:45 a.m. All are invited. Epilepsy Fits St. Vitus Dance Are nerve diseases, and unless checked, lead to destruction of both mind and body. The weak, shattered nerves must have something to strengthen and build them back to health. Dr. Miles' Restorative Nervine is a remarkable nerve tonic and stimulant. It strengthens the nerves, relieves the nervous strain, and influences refreshing body-building sleep and rest. Persistent use seldom fails to relieve these afflictions. "I was taken with epileptic fits; had eleven in less than 12 hours. My father sent for our family physician, but he could do very little for me, and I grew worse every day, and at last they had three doctors with me, and I still got worse. My father heard of Dr. Miller's medicines and bought a bottle of Nervine and a box of Nerve and Liver Pills. I had taken only a few doses until I began to feel better. I took 12 bottles, and it cured me sound and well. It has been with all world for me. I recommend it wherever I go. You may use this as a life-long testimonial to the merits of your medicine, for I am enjoying the best of health, and feel that my life and health is due to this wonderful medicine." I EVY WILL IAMS R. F. D. No. 2, Boston, Ga. Dr. Miller's Nervine is sold by your drupalist, who will guarantee that the fine bottle will benefit. If it falls, he will refund your money. Miles Medical Co., Elkhart, Ind Mr. R. A. Plumb of Circleville attended the convention Tuesday and Wednesday of this week. We are at a loo to know why the colored school teachers do not make some effort to procure a few of the sixty pieces of shrubbery offered by Nurseryman Skinner, which were advertised in the Herald for several days. The Terpsichorean club of Lawrence will give a grand May party on the 11th at Everett hall. The Lygaeum club, which formerly gave these parties, has given way this year for the Terpsichorean. A large number of Topeka people will attend the party, which will be quite a swell event. The American laborers are growing aristocratic and dignified, so much so that foreigners have to be imported to do the work. It will be only a short time until the foreigners will have a monopoly of all the labor on the American continent. Mrs. Georgia Tarbet returned Sunday from a visit to her brother and other relatives in Vinita, I. T. and Kansas City, Mo. While in Kansas City she was entertained by Mrs. I. F. Bradley, Mrs. S. Dilbert, Mrs. Emma Johnson and Mrs. A. I. Moore. Mrs. Tarbet is very much recuperated and will return to Denver about the middle of the month. Editors J. E. Latimer of The Pleasanton Herald, Bruce Dennis of the La Cygne Journal, Sheriff Preston of Liun county and Deputy Clerk Jam. A. Cady were in attendance on the state convention this week. They are a fine lot of gentlemen, and we are always pleased to meet them. Hon. E. E. Vernard, the nominee of the Republicans of Kansas City to succeed W. W. Rose in sure to be elected, as the business men and those who stand for common decency cannot afford to elect a man like Rose for mayor, a man who openly and notoriously violates the law and wishes it placed on record that he is in favor of such. Record of such actions as this went abroad not only hurts the residents of Kansas City, Kans., but also hurts the business interests and reputation of those engaged therein. Mr. Vernard has lived in Kansas City for about twenty years, and sells building materials to contractors. He is now acting mayor in the place of W. W. Rose, who resigned or was deposed for unlawful actions. Mr. Vernard served in the city council three terms, and made one of the best councilmen Kansas City has ever had. He will be elected, undoubtedly, and no one will regret his election. 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* The Rising Sun Fire Insurance Co. WE write Insurance against FIRE and LIGHTNING on Houses, Household Goods, 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. Charles Smith of Pleasanton, spent two days visiting his son, Ira, who is employed on this paper. He was accompanied by John Brown, of the same city. Mr. Smith is an old civil war veteran, a member of the famous First Kansan, and like all the rest of the old boys, believes that had it not been for him the country would never have been saved. Be that as it may, they are a fine lot of old men, and we are proud to have them with us. God bless the old boys that wore the blue. There will be covenant meeting at the First African Baptist church next Sunday morning, after which communion will be administered. The pastor will preach in the evening, subject, "Troubling of the Water." Come to Sunday School at 9:30. The church will baptize in the pool on the corner of Third and Quincy, after the eleven o'clock services on the second Sunday. --- R. N. Street, the popular restaurant caterer at 1204 E. Eighteenth street, Kansas City, Mo. is still progresing rapidly. He has added a nice ice cream parlor and private dining rooms upstairs and has first class meals and good service. Special attention is given to his guests. Mr. Street is undoubtedly one of the best cooks in Kansas City, and attends strictly to business. His dining room is always clean and he has attentive service. When you are in Kansas City and want a good meal, call at 1204 E. Eighteenth at the Keystone and feast until you want no more. MUSICAL FESTIVAL. Meet with the Cincinnati club in its grand musical festival at St. John's A. M. E. church, Tuesday evening, May 4, at 8:30. Admission, 15 cents. The program is as follows: Invocation Rev. Dr. Edwards Selection Yale Orchestra Solo Jas. R. Martin Duet Mr. Rucker, Mr. Scott Selection Yale Orchestra Solo Mrs. Essie Clark Selection Yale Orchestra Announcements. Beauty Chorus Gtheson Club. NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT. In the state of Kansas, Shawnee County, ss. In the matter of the estate of Andrew Anderson, late of Shawnee County, Kansas. Notice is hereby given that on the 25th day of April, 1906, the undersigned was, by the Probate Court of Shawnee County, Kansas, duly appointed and qualified as administrator of the estate of Andrew Anderson late of Shawnee County, deceased. All parties interested in said estate will take notice, and govern themselves accordingly. H. C. O'NEILI. Administrator. First Published April 27th, '06. CAPITAL, $100,000. ESS backed by men who have pro- und business basis according to the all that any THINKING MAN would w Rising Sun F EXACTLY FILLS THE life against FIRE and LIGHTNING e, Live Stock, Farm Implements RD, President. H. N. JOHN Read the sermon. It is of interest and will do you good. ST. JOHN NOTES. EXACTLY FILLS THE PRESCRIPTION. The pastor will speak morning and evening Sunday upon the subjects, "A Look From Calvary" and "The Spotless Young Man." The holy communion will be administered at 11 a.m. Beginning with this coming Sabbath evening, the pastor will preach the first of a series of sermons on "Men of the Bible." Another week among the clubs of the church. The Willing Workers were the happy guests of Miss Bell Butts on last Monday evening at the residence of Mrs. C. C. Lytle. After the dispatch of business the hostess served an excellent lunch, the proceeds of which netted more than #2 for the treasury. The Ladies' Sewing Circle held an enthusiastic and very profitable meeting at the church Wednesday afternoon. NOTICE. To our Topeka subscribers who are indebted THE PLAINDAIRER. Please save some money and be prepared to meet the collector, who is on his rounds and will continue to call until every one is paid us. Best work, lowest prices at Lucas gallery. When in Wichita Stop at the Victoria Hotel 143 N. Main Street. First class Accommodations, clean beds, first class meals, prompt attention, modern and up to date. Board by day or week. European plan. Try us. MRS. ADA BARTON, Propr Mrs.L.P.Allen HAIR-DRESSING, MANICURING AND BEAUTY PARLOR. 25 E. Sherman Ave., HUTCHINSON, KANSAS. Will go out and answer calls. FEELING LIVER-ISH This Morning? TAKE THEDFORD'S Black-Draught Siops Indigestion-Constipation 25¢ AT ALL BALANCES A Gentle Laxative And Appetizer --- often their ability to succeed in the regular business customs appho wish* Fire Insurance THE PRESCRIPTION. G on Houses, Household Goods, Grain, Buggies, Wagons, H SON, Secretary. J. E. JCH INFORMATION WANTED OF WILL DOUBTLY. Any information of Will Doubtly who was last heard of at Wybark, I.T., will be thankfully received by his brother, W. S. BROWN, 2824 State Street, 3t-4-13. Chicago, Ill. We have received a letter from a widow lady who desires to adopt a little brown-skin girl child, between the ages of 3 and 5 years. A good home and first-class family is guaranteed. She wishes to adopt the child by legal process. Any one knowing of such a child desiring such a home, please address To the colored people of Georgia, Mississippi, Louisiana, Alabama and other southern states. We are in receipt of a communication from Mr. W. G. Byrd, 675 Hood St., Portland, Ore., who says that excellent opportunities are now offered for progressive colored men and women who wish to improve their opportunities. There is great demand for them, as the white people of that section of the country are getting tired of Japs and Chinamen, they do not want anything but progressive and industrious colored men and women. No loafers or those who idle the year around need look towards Oregon, as the laws are very strict against that class and are rigidly enforced. It strikes us very forcibly that the colored people of these states who wish to better their condition should go to a state like Oregon, where the laws are more equally interpreted. The schools are mixed, the laws are administered according to justice, and seldom, if ever, do the people judge by the color when it comes to business. Take advantage of this opportunity and scatter over the great West. In the District Court of Shawnee County, Kansas. Fenton F. Macdonald, Defendant. To the above named defendant:— You will take notice that you have been sued in the above entitled court by the said Mary A. Macdonald; that the petition therein was filed March 24th, 1906, and that you must answer the said petition on or before the 14th day of May, 1906, or the said petition will be taken as true, and judgment rendered according to the prayer thereof, divorcing said plaintiff from you, the said defendant, and setting aside and holding for naught the bonds of matrimony now existing between you. GATEN NICHOLS, [PEAR] Att'y for Plaintiff. Attent I. S. CURTIS, Clerk District Court. By ANNA M. TILJRON, Deputy Clerk District Court. First published March 30th, 1906. THE PLAINFADER. NOTICE. Buy 1-3 Interest in The Plaindealer. I would like to sell one-third (1/3) interest in THE TOPERA PLAINDEALER to a good, progressive person. I guarantee that money can be made out of the investment if the right person can be associated in the business. I want a good, lively, energetic person who can assist in running the office and look after advertising, as I intend to be on the road most of the time, and if I can secure a person who has the cash to pay for a third interest in this great enterprise, I will consider the proposition. I have a nice business building which I will sell on reasonable terms to persons having a few thousand dollars. Some colored man with a few dollars to invest in good business property in the business portion of the city, can make money by writing at once and considering this proposition. This is the best investment we know of for some colored man who wants to make money and be at ease for the balance of his days. Don't write unless you have some money. Call on or write, Topeka, Kas. PUBLICATION NOTICE. Patsey Love, Plaintiff. vs No 23,757. Charles Love, Defendant. The said defendant, Charles Love is hereby notified and required to take notice that he has been sued in the above named District Court of Shawnee County, Kansas, in an action for divorce, and that he must appear and answer said action by said plaintiff, Patsey Love, filed or before the 25th day of April, 1906, or said plaintiff's petition will be taken as true and a judgment rendered against him according to the prayer of plaintiff's petition. A. M. TOMAR. Att'y for Plaintiff First published March 9, 1906. C. E. Anderson, Pool and Billiard Parlors Headquarters for those who wish a nice time. When in Pittsburgh, call on him. Lucas guarantees his photographs Gallery, 123 Kansas avenue. 'READ THE PLAINDEALER. LOCAL NEWS. Read the sermon. It is of interest and will do you good. Fort Pillow Post and the Relief Corps will give a "pension day" dinner and supper at 4:30 Kansas avenue tomorrow. The Excelsior Art club will entertain at the residence of Mrs. W. B. Bryant, 721 Lawrence, Tuesday night. You are invited to attend. Miss Lizzie Rudley is directing rehearsals in a beautiful musical and dramatic costume which will be presented to the public at the First Baptist church in the near future. The Phi Sigma girls met last night at the residence of Miss Ethel Johns and spent a very pleasant evening. They adjourned to meet next Thursday night with Miss Nancy Matley. Read the sermon. It is of interest and will do you good. Bobt. Bell, the artist, who has returned to Tupelo for business after opening the past few years in Nashville, Tenn., says that he has had enough of the North and that he will now work at his profession in the North and West. The Topeka Grants are open to engagements anywhere in the United States. It is a first class base ball team, and they are glad to meet all comers. They have played several good white teams, and have won the victory over most of them. Any team wishing to engage them may write Jack Johnson, Munger Topeka Grants, 114 E. Seventh St., Topeka, KY. The attention of the ladies is directed to the handsome and attractive display of millinery at Mrs. L. H. Slaughter's. Having just received a new line of goods Mrs. Slaughter solicits the patronage of those wishing to purchase new hats or trimmings Hats made and trimmed. Orders taken for the making of hats. Everything in style and taste. Call and see the new stock. Mrs. L. H. Slaughter, 431 Kansas avenue. Miss Cora Bennett, who, for the past eight months, has been teaching school at Council Grove, arrived home Monday, having closed one of the most successful terms in the history of that school. The people of the Grove are highly pleased with Miss Bennett. She is an excellent teacher and a good girl, and wherever she goes will always be successful and in the friends. She is a principal in girl—one of the best in the world, and the "force" is glad to welcome her home. The Excelsior Art club met this week at the residence of Mrs. Albert Satisbury, and the following guests were present: Madames Jas. Washington, Walter B. Bryant, Minnie Gunter, Ed Jones, Willie Wima. A delicious two course luncheon was served and all had a delightful time. The club will be entertained May 17th at the residence of Mrs. Wima, 1434 Kansas avenue. The donation of $5,000 to the Topeka Industrial Institute is worthy of great consideration. There is a similar sum to be raised by the institution in order to receive the donation from Mr. Carnegie, and all Kansas and the West should respond to this noble generosity, as Prof. Carter is undoubtedly doing a good work for his people. The school is beautifully located, and the grounds comprise 100 acres of land. They have already three or nice buildings, and a $10,000 building for a hall and dormitory will add much to the advantages of the institution. Mr. Lillard Saunders, Dodge City Kansas, desires to obtain a good, industrious man and his wife who will work on a farm near Dodge City. This is a golden opportunity for the right party. There are several hundred acres of land near Dodge City that can be bought for from $5.00 to $15.00 per acre, and some, good industrious colored man and his wife should accept this proposition. It may be the turning point toward wealth in their lives. Mr. Tipton of Emporia is in town attending the Republican convention. Our friend, Hon. J. B. Fleming, is with us again. We are always something more than glad to see him. Mr. Garland of Downs, Kans. is in the city. He contemplates opening a laundry soon and has his eyes open for good hands. . The Sunflower State Agriculturists will hold their June meeting at Ed wardsville. Kansas on June 4rd As many farmers as can conveniently be present should do so, as Mr. Groves is doing all that can be done to build up and organize colored farmers of Kansas in this fraternity. --- There are several colored physic- ians taking the examinations this week before the state board of Me lical examiners in the city. In the February term of the Seventeenth District Court of Fort Worth, Texas, John Mathena was granted a divorce from Mary Mathena. The couple were formerly residents of North Topeka, and separated a few years ago, and are set led in Texas. Mr H. E. Shepherd stopped off a few days in Topkai this week to shake hands with old friends, and also to take a peep on the Republic in State convention. He was the self-made, jolly fellow a dignitary, cultured and refined gentleman, and his hosts of friends spared no pain to make things pleasant for him. While here he was the guest of Miss Lizzie Cooper. Mr. Shepherd resides in Arizona, and his frequent visits to this city mean that we are going to lose one of our finest daughters. Watch our production. INSTITUTE NOTES. Rev. H. W. Brown, rector of St. Simon Episcopal church, preached a most inspiring and helpful sermon Sunday afternoon. We earnestly hope that he will arrange to be with us again soon. As a direct result of our exhibit at the Tuskegee quarter centennial celebration, Mr. Andrew Carnegie has written us offering to give $5,000 toward a new dormitory when we raise $5,000. Such good news should inspire confidence throughout the country. Hon. Bradford Miller, one of our trustees, visited the institute Tuesday and gave the boys practical instruction in sowing grass seed. The department of Delarte and elocution will render its graduating recital at St. John A. M. E. church Friday evening, May 11th, at no clock. Three young people complete the entire course. Mrs, F. E. Motin, the director in this department, has been very painstaking in her work, which insures a very high standard of excellence. No admission fee will be charged. The public is cordially invited. PUBLICATION NOTICE. In the Court of Topeka, Shawnee County, Kansas. Eh Ulamperl, Plaintiff, Frank Taylor, alias Clayton Taylor. Defendant. The State of Kansas to Frank Taylor, alias Clayton Taylor: You are hereby notified that in the above entitled court and action you have been sued by the plaintiff upon an account for $31,11, and in said action the plaintiff has caused a garnishment summons to be issued the Atchison, Topeka, Santa Railway company and said company have answered that they are indebted to you in the sum of $35, and this is to advise you that unless you answer the plaintiff's bill or particulars on or before May 11, 1906, that the same will be taken as true and the said court will make a finding accordingly, directing the said funds due from said railway company to you to be paid into court to satisfy the plaintiff's claims and costs of this action. Hereof you will take due notice. E. L. O NELL, Clerk. W S. McCravey. Att'y for Plaintiff. First published May 4th, '66. A Question of Labor MINNESOTA, MINN., March 24, 1908.—Deeming it a duty to ourselves and the race in general, we here try to set forth the facts concerning certain labor questions, at present agitated in both Canada and the United States. In behalf of the Negro of the 20th Century, the following is addressed to all who may have the racial interest at heart. DEAR BRIATHEN — For over 20 years have we toiled continuously to gain a platform representation which would equal that of the more favored Anglo Saxon race: but now after a long series of successes and defeats, this platform begins to totten and sway, threatening every moment to crumble away at our feet, all because of one brother's proving himself a traitor to the interests of his people. It is with shame and disappointment we admit that the brother was at one time implicitly trusted, and looked upon as a leader among his fellow men; now, in an wartime moment, he shows us our blind credulity by going over into Uncle Sam's dominions, even down to the Sunny Southland, disturbing the tranquility of the otherwise happy homes by persuading their breadwinner to come to this, our Lady of the Snowies, our fair British North America, to take positions in which the men of this country are now struggling to gain and retain justice. Let us say, just here, to prevent misunderstanding, that this is not a question of fighting racial prejudice. No, a thousand times no! Our grand old Union Jack waves justice alike over the black man, the red and the white. This is a question of justice in a class of labor belonging solely to us as a race that of railroading on sleepers. If we unite to work toward our aim, then must we succeed; but if not, failure and despair must fall to our lot. What stand shall we take? The gentleman of whom we speak has been sent out by the company to secure laborers to replace the men who are elamoring for their rights. He gains his ends by misrepresenting both the company and the labor; thus, many men, who were holding positions which enabled them to provide for their families, were induced to resign the same in favor of the supposedly more lucrative ones awaiting them here. This we consider a great injustice, both to them and to us; as this method robs us of our standing, brings those to uncertain and often unsteady work, at the same time belittling this class of work. All of this is done by this clever gentleman for the consideration of a few paltry dollars; which will never bring him complete peace or in anyway balance the havoc he is causing among his fellow men. We trust that all who have so far escaped the clutches of this delusion will take warning before they, too, fall into the network of conflicting and disagreeable circumstances. Our President has paid our service a compliment by saying that although the construction was once known to sell as low as 36 cents on on the dollar, it was now on a paying basis. Let those who have the racial interests deep in their mind, refrain from doing anything which will lead to misrepresentations in the future. Knowing that, for the past 20 years, our service has given evident satisfaction, we see no reason why this person should so treacherously seek to belittle his brothers calling and to purloin his means of earning his livelihood. This action on his part is causing much distress to many prosperous families, and is filching from them their means of proper sustenance and education. This is wringing the race perpetually, for by bringing the race to such a level that they can barely afford to live, without the slightest chance of education, is to send them back to the level from which they have risen. It is with pleasure that we announce that nearly all of the colored employees have so far shown them. selves fully competent to fill any position in which they have been placed. And so far as coming in contact with the Anglo Saxon labor is concerned, our men have proven themselves to be often their superiors, and in nearly every case have they shown themselves a credit to the race to which they belong. This has greatly opened the eyes of the Caucasian race to the ability and qualifications of the Negro; they have been greatly surprised by this awakening We also feel the injustice of importing inferior labor into this country, and it is often of this type and among this class that the new laborers are often sought. The injustice does not erase it to us, but when this type is brought out here they are looked upon as a sample of the general American Negro. If in future it is found that labor must be imported into Canada, we trust that only competent and honorable solicitors will be sent abroad, to find capable and creditable laborers, as we are convinced that such an arrangement would be a credit to the employees, employers, race and corporation, and be a contrast to the present disaffected and disgrateful condition of affairs. What seems to be the lack of ambi- tion on the part of the majority of the race is gradually closing up the womens of labor; therefore, we hope that those who are in good positions will perform their duties creditably, thus proving themselves capable of taking and using the education which has been afforded them by their parents. By so doing they build a future for themselves and fulfil the hopes of their parents. We are sorry to see a man of the type and ability of Mr. Edward Williams, and one who was so highly esteemed by his fellow wokkers, laying gold bricks in the path of his brothers; thus causing them to turn aside from the paths of steady, paying situations, to grasp at somethings which, though they appear to glisten, are seldom of value. In closing we would say, beware of one whose illusions had their birth in the unscrupulous intent of a selfish aim, which, if adhered to, will deal a destructive blow to the future happiness of the race, which will doubtless be felt after the present century has passed into oblivion. TOPEKA, ONE DAY ONLY Wednesday, MAY THE GREAT SELLS·FLOTO SHOWS CONSOLIDATED No Show Like This Wan Ever Seen Before In Your City 1,000 PEOPLE—108 CAGES AND TABLEAUX 100—Imperial Amazing Acts—100 10—Champion Bareback Riders—10 TWO HERDS OF TRAINED ELEPHANTS DOUBLE HEAD OF SIBERIAN CAMELS and DRONEBARIES Goncaline Polar or Ice Bear. Beagal Tigress and Babies 8 DENS of TRAINED BEASTS 3 HUGE CIRCUS RINGS 30 NOVEL MID-AIR ACTS 40 CLOWNS—A SINGING, LAUGHING LOT OF FUN-MAKERS 10,000 Seats for 10,000 People AT 10.00 A. M. EACH MORNING YOU WILL SEE THE MOST GORGEOUS NEW FREE STREET PARADE BEALELY 1,000 PEOPLE AND ANIMALS ACTUALLY PARTICIPATING IN THIS ALBIOUS, SPECTACULAR, ROMANTIC PAGEANT AND TREMENDOUS FREE PUBLIC DISPLAY A Series of Brand Free Outside Exhibitions Take Place on the Green Ground Immediately After the Parade. Everybody Invited WILL EXHIBIT, RAIN OR SNEEZE. UNDER THE LARGEST WATER-PROOF TENTS EVER CONSTRUCTED. GOODS OPEN 1 AND 7 P. M. PERFORMANCES COMMERCE 2 AND P. M. Tom Brown, Pres. Gordon Collins, Bartender R. Kellis, bac. J. K. Phillips, beward. AFRO-AMERICAN The most fashionable and up-to-date club house in the great Southwest. Theatrical and professional headquarters. Comes Wednesdays At the great Water Carnival in Germany every year, a feature of the festival is always furnished by the rival animal dealers in the Old World. The diving elephants are the supreme card of interest at this festival. Capt. Henry Amberg, foreign agent for the Sella-Floto Shows, on his last visit, secured six of the most famous elephants at this meeting. The original cost and expense of transportation ran into the thousands. While the shows are here, if the water is of the proper temperature and the weather propitions, the great double herd of Sells. Floto elephants will be given a bath in the river or in a pond near the show grounds. Great care must be taken on these occasions, and the keepers are continually on the anxious seat, as it were, for should Trilby or Big Mary take a notion, they can create consternation. In the Platte river at Denver the elephants were so overjoyed, while bathing, at being for the time free from their trainers, they indulged in hugh water spout jokes until the whole picnic took on a serious aspect; just as Trilby took a notion to swim to Omaha and the commands of the keepers were of no avail, it became necessary to hire a tug boat and chase her back to the herd. Then the plot thickened, the elephants all absolutely refused to return to the banks. But an elephant trainer knows their habits and curiosity, so they brought over a couple of camels and caused them to give forth un heard of sounds, which aroused the curiosity of the elephants and they all came trumpeting to the shore, where Trilby was chained to a tree and given a good licking with a buggy whip that only tickled her the more because she had enjoyed such a good time. The show will be in Topeka Wednesday, May, " Fred M. Stonestreet. G. W. Stonestreet & Ham Successors to J. M. Knight. Undertakers and Embal We carry one of the finest Topeka. Corner 7th and Quincy Sts. Russell G Wholesale One of the LARGEST in Oklahoma General Commission All MAIL ORDERS ATTENTION. You RUSSELL G 427 First Street, : PER R. D. We carry one of the finest lines of Undertaking goods in Topeka. Corner 7th and Quincy Sts. Topeka, Kansas. Russell Grocery Co., Wholesale and Retail. One of the LARGEST Negro enterprises in Oklahoma Territory. General Commission Merchants All MAIL ORDERS given SPECIAL ATTENTION. Your Business Solicited. RUSSELL GROCERY CO., 427 First Street, : CHICKASHA, I.T. PER R. D. I LETCHER. We Want Every Music-Loving Afro-America to write us at once for an Simply state that you are enclose your full name WILL NEVER REGRET Afro-American Co- (Music Department) to write us at once for an interesting proposition. Simply state that you are interested in music and enclose your full name and addressr YOU WILL NEVER REGRET IT. 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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 PITTSBURG. The Booker T. Washington club met with Mrs. D. R Chrom Thursday afternoon. The time was spent in games. Mrs Hogan of Kansas City, Mo., Mesdames Robins and Bird of Springfield, Mo. were the club guests. Mrs. Bird was awarded the highest prize and Mrs. Jay Eppenger, the consolation prize. They adjourned to meet next Thursday with Mrs Henry Cole. Two weeks ago, the Booker T. Washington club met with Mrs. Jay Eppenger on Thursday afternoon and an enjoyable time was had. Mrs. Oliver was the guest of the club Mrs. Alexander was awarded the highest prize and Mrs. Isaac, the consolation prize. A lunch was served at 4 p.m. and they adjourned to meet with Mrs. D. R. Ghrom. PUEBLO, COLO. Rev. D. A. Jefferson and wife have left for their new field of labor at Butte, Mont. He has made many friends during his stay in this city and they regret very much to see him go Mrs. M. B Brooks entertained the Alpha Art club Tuesday afternoon Mrs. La Joyce Jackson being the guest of honor The State Federation of Colored Women's clubs will convene in Denver on June 15; and 14. All presidents of clubs are requested to have their corresponding secretaries communicate with Mrs S C. Morris at 750) Clarkson street, Denver, Colo., in regard to stopping places for their delegates. The Modiste Art club will meet Mrs J K Williams Thursday afternoon Mrs. J P Watson left Saturday morning for New Mexico L Holland and Dr. J. C. Wright remain quite ill Mr. and Mrs. A. V. Seay are the happy parents of a bouncing baby boy. Rev W C Goens delivered a most excellent address Sunday afternoon at St. Paul church on "The Scourges of the Negro." Rev. G M Tillman of Colorado Springs spent Thursday of last week in the city. Revs. H Franklin Bray and J. C. C. Owens was in Denver last week on business. Mrs. Virginia Smith left last Saturday for parts unknown. Presiding Elder Watson made a flying trip to the Springs Wednesday BLUE RAPIDS, KANS. Mrs. J Walker, who has been seriously ill with rheumatism and malarial fever, is some better. Miss Lola Walker has entered the conservatory of music, where she will take a year's course in instrumental and vocal music. Miss Walker is one of the best colored musicians in the West, and we wish her much success in her recent undertaking. Mr C. S. Taylor spent Sunday in Frankfort, the guest of his aunt, Mrs. M. McAllister. Miss Minnie Parks is spending the week with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Parks. Frank Walker and Fred Miller are spending a few days in Atchison. Mrs Rachel Montgomery and Miss Minnie Parks made a business trip to the county seat Monday. Friday, April 20th. was the birthday of Me C. A Harris. He was given a very pleasant surprise at the home of Mr. and Mrs. William Washington. The evening was spent in music and whist. Many useful presents were received. Light refreshments were served, after which the guests departed, wishing Mr. Harris many more such days. Mr. William Elmore returned from Atchison The young ladies of Blue Rapids organized a Mount Melic Art club, which had its first meeting at the home of the Misses Taylor. The Mrs. C A. Harris, president, Miss Sidney Smith, vice pres. Miss Jennie Walker, see'y, Mrs William Walker, treas; Misses Lula and Rosa Walker, instructors. The club adjourned to meet at the home of Miss S. A. Smith April 26th. BRUNSWICK, MO. The Brunswick circuit, which includes Brunswick, Keyesville and Dewitt of the A. M. E. church are prospering nicely. The public call Apr. 22 was $19.00. The Easter services were also a success. The quarterly meeting at Keytesville was a success. The church had been idle for six months on account of repiring. Total sum raised was $27.00. Dr. Beal, P. E. was present at the quarterly meeting and preached two splendid sermons. Rev. Leach, the pastor, preached a soul stirring sermon at night. Dewitt church has not done much on account of the bad country roads making it impossible for the people to get out but they will come to the front. The choir in Brunswick is surely improving. Miss Violet Leach is organist and knows her business. The church fur will open here at the city hall, May 17. MY SECOND ROUND ON THE KANSAS CITY DISTRICT. Editor PLANDAFFER -Please allow space in your valuable columns for a few words concerning the above district. We have just closed our second quarter and I am pleased to state that most all of the postors have had glorious revivals in their churches. Rev C. A. Williams, at spring field, had his church in splendid condition up to the time of the riot and mob, which occurrence succeeded in scattering his people to the four winds, but, like a hero, he stands at his post. Rev. Henry Green, at Nevada, had fifteen conversions during his revival, and all joined his church. Our bishop was with him in a rally, at which time he raised $102. Rev. J. B. Wallace, at Malta Bend, has done a grand work and, with the cooperation of his officers and members, has succeeded in the building of a personage at a cost of $100. The place looks very inviting to the traveler. Several have professed religion and joined his church. Rev. P. W. Chester of Waverly, is moving on slowly. He has sowed the seed but there are no immediate results. He has a very good Sunday School. Rev. Henry Mitchell, of Wellington, is succeeding nicely with his work and has taken to himself a "helpmate." Marriage is an honorable estate, instituted by God in the time of man's innocence. Rev. J. H. Randall, at Mayview, is succeeding well along every line of his work. He has held revivals in both of his churches, with good results. Rev. J. E. Christopher, at Joplin, is holding the Gospel reins, and succeeding nicely, and several have joined the church. The District Conference and S. S. Convention will meet at this place June 13. Rev. J. E. S. Reed, at Neosho, is doing fairly. Many of his members at Carthage are leaving the city. Rev. J Y. Meadows, at Butler, is moving on well in his charge; he has had several additions to the church. Rev. D. L. Gordon, at Pleasant Hill, has been passing through a trying ordeal. The work of a church "O Western U!" The Western University Glee Song—Just out. Words composed by Prof. Albert Ross, music by Prof. Robt. G. Jackson. Whistled, played and talked about from the Atlantic to the Pacific. A credit to the race. Fine zinc engraved pictures of Bishop Abram Grant, President Vernon and our three magnificent buildings on outside cover. Bright, snappy and easy to play. Every race-loving Negro should have a copy. Mailed to any address, 25 cents. Send now to Music Department. Western University, Quin Jaro Kao. and the care of a sick wife have been his to share, besides caring for six small children. And yet, he is not discouraged. Rev. F. Jessie Peck, at Allen Chapel, is succeeding well and has the cooperation of his officers and members. There were over a hundred conversions and additions to the church during the last revival. Easter collections, the largest in the history of the church, $1,071.50. Dr. Peck is a logical preacher and a good financier. Rev. J. H. Allen, at Independence, is still holding his church in the channel. Like the sturdy oak, the winds tend only to strengthen his firm hold. Several joined the church during the revival. Rev. Frank McDonald, at Ebenezer Chapel, had a glorious quarterly meeting, and largely attended. Bro. Me. is a theologian of broad experience. Easter rally was a success. Rev Toney Perry, at St. John, is doing well; his grand rally netted £200.00. He is indeed a strictly "business like" and a fine preacher, and a good pastor. Rev Wm. Hawkins, at Ward Chapel, is marshalling his forces at will. His church is in a good location and can, by judicious management, be made one of the leading churches in the city. He had an "singering of souls" during the winter; may he live long to do good. Rev. S. S. Pitcher, at Westport, has had a regular church awakening since the last quarter. The church is in better shape than it has been in for many years. Total quarterly collection $50 Rev Walter Lee, at St. Paul Mission, is a missionary in deed and in truth. He does manual labor during the week and preaches on Sunday. Brother Lee is a deserving preacher. Lebanon and Ash Grove have had their reverses since conference. The pastor left before Christmas and has not as yet returned. Rev. Bartleson has been appointed there. Now, may grace, mercy and peace dwell with you all. Amen. M. COLLINS, P. E. 517 Nebraska Ave., Kansas City, Kans. WICJHITA, KANS. The A.M.E. church was crowded last Sunday night and an excellent sermon was preached by Rev. H. King. Services were good all day at the Baptist church Sunday. Rev. Burrell preached at 11 o'clock; and in the evening Rev. Hall preached a wide awake sermon. A pleasant party was given to the young people, at the residence of Mrs Will Flemming, in honor of Mr. Henry James, of Kansas City. The Home and Foreign Mission circle will hold a bonnet social at the Second Baptist church Friday night. Mrs M. A. Hodge has taken possession of her new home and is papering and painting. Grandma Blackwell is a very sick woman. Mrs. Mollie Blackford is not expected to live. All relatives have been sent for. The young people at the A. M. E. church have behaved themselves better in the last month than for years before. When Mr. Chiles was in Wichita he gave them a good lecture. They all have had a good deportment since that night. Mothers, do not regret what Mr. Chiles said to them. It is high time that our young people were trying to place their feet on higher ground. They have all opportunities to do credit to their mothers and fathers for educating them. The people in Wichita highly appreciate Mr. Chiles' talk and ask him to come again. J. J Olden, the only colored and successful druggist in town, will First-Class Furnished Rooms with or without Board. For further information call on MRS WM HARRIS, 360 ALLEN AVE Memphis, Tenn. leave on May 15th for the Indian Territory, to secure a lease for an indefinite period, on 320 acres of land. He will move there about October 15. Mrs. Olden has moved to 320 Market street, where she will conduct a first class boarding and lodging house. Mr. Butler and wife, and Mrs. Logan, are stopping with the Wesley Barkers, 601 N. Wichita st. Mrs. Charles Shoots is looking for her cousin from Nashville, Tenn., in the near future. LINCOLN, NEB. Messrs. Bailey, Spear and Henderson left for their homes in Topeka last Friday, after some days in this city. There will be quarterly meeting at the A. M. E., next Sunday. The Willing Workers society of the A. M. E. will give a May festival on May 9th. The District Conference of the A. M. E. Church will convene in Lincoln on June 10th-12th. Rev. B. B. Johnson and members of the Mt. Zion Baptist are struggling hard to accumulate money to vencer their church. Dr. N. S. Jenkins preached his farewell sermon at the A. M. E. and M. E. churches last Sunday. He will leave for his home in Mo., this week. The Mt. Zion Baptist Church will hold their second rally Sunday, May 20. S. F. Westerfield spent two days in Kansas City last week. 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 ONEHALF? Stop and see me. PRIVATE one man, one woman for this district. Same route once a year. 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Issues policies for $ We issue polices for $100, $150 and This is the only Color Company in the Every intelligent Negro sooul good, live, hustling agents in every Liberal terms to the right persons. The Knights and L Col. James Beck, Nat'l Pres. James M. Mason, Nat'l Vice Pres. J. H CH Headquarters: 413 Kausas aven Issues policies for $350, $500 and $1000. We issue policies for $100, $150 and $200 for children aged from 6 to 20. This is the only Colored Fraternal Insurance Company in the United States. Every intelligent Negro should carry some Insurance. We want good, live, hustling agents in every town. Write at once for terms. Liberal terms to the right persons. PUBLICATION NOTICE To the Boggs Mfg. Co., a Corpora tion: The Peoples' PENMAN & WIL You are hereby notified that you have been sued before T. T. Wright, a justice of the peace, within and for Soldier township, Shawnee County, Kansas, in an action pending in said court in which George E. Stoker is plaintiff and you are defendant, for the recovery of $13.00 on account of legal services rendered you by said plaintiff upon your retainer; and that in said action the Arnold Drug Co., a corporation, of North Topeka, Kansas, has been summoned to answer as garnishee as to its indebtedness to you and that said garnishee has filed its answer in said cause admitting an indebtedness to you in the sum of $30.00; that said cause has been set for trial on March 31st, 1906, at 9 o'clock a. m. of said day, and that unless you appear and defend against said action judgment will be rendered against you for said sum of $18.00 and the costs of this suit, and said garnishee will be ordered to pay into court the money in its hands belonging to you to satisfy such judgment and costs. GEORGE E. STOKER, Plaintiff. ATTEST: TIOS. T. WRIGHT, Justice of the Peace. First published March 2, '06. PUBLICATION NOTICE. In the District Court of Shawnee County, Kansas. Emma K. Trickler, Defendant. The above named defendant will take notice that she has been sued by the plaintiff, D. J. Trickler, for a divorce upon the grounds of abandonment and that she must on or before the 20th day of April, 1906, plead or answer to the petition filed by the plaintiff in the above named court, or the allegations of said petition will be taken as true and judgment rendered, divorcing plaintiff from defendant. W. I. JAMISON. Attorney for Plaintiff. D. J. TRICKLFR, Plaintiff. Attest: I. S. CURTIS, Clerk. First published March 9, 1906. WHEN IN MUSKOGEE, I. T., MARTIN'S HOTEL and CAFE It is one of the nicest cleanest Cales in the city. Everything up-to-date and served in style. Clean Beds a Specialty. Jas. W. H. Martin, Proprietor 106 COURT STREET. 169 HERMANDO St PROTECTOR GODS THOS. T. WRIGHT, MEMPHIS PHONE 2678 you INSURED? 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