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In Madison, Wis., Negro "Prophet" Put 15,000 White People to Flight, and Yet They Say all the Superstition is in the Black Race! STATE HOUSE THE TO III. TOP Vis., Negro "Prophet" Put 1 in the his job ing with no place Mrs. A. Seruggs, Kansas City, Kus., G. C. Secretary. P. B. Andrews, G. W. J. A KANSAS CITY, KANS. June 16. The grand session of the Court of and JEWELS of the state of KANSAS and VOLUME VIII. SOUTH WON'T PAY BLAOK WORKMEK! Negro Switchmen in Memphis are Compelled to Work for Less Than White Men. Having been a readers of your paper for the past two years, the writer has been requested to speak the sentiments of the body of men known as Local Association, No. 4, of the National Association Afro-American Steam and Gas Engineers and Skilled Laborers. This is a labor organization for the benefit of the colored man only. It is in force in Pittsburg, Pa. where it was first founded and now has drifted down to clear old Tennessee. The said body organizes all crafts of skilled laborers and has for its object the bringing of black laboring men together on more friendly terms, and causing them to become more obligated to each other. We also are discriminating against low, degraded Negroes, the non-taxpayer, for we are aware of the fact that when a man twenty-one years of age fails to pay his poll tax he has disfranchised himself. Now, you take the average class of the laboring men of today and he has not had the opportunity to secure much training to take the right steps to succeed. But we think that by organizing labor we may accomplish a better place in the great mechanichal world. The colored man of the South is discriminated against in every instance. He is paid large per cent less for work than the white man. In the I. C. R. R. yards at which place I am employed as switchman, the white switchmen get per ten-hour day, $2,70 and 27 cents for each hour overtime; for night work he is paid 23 cents per hour. Now, here comes the colored man doing the same work and always put in the hardest place, put down off his job just as any white man working with him sees fit. And we have no place for refuge and our pay is only $2.25 per day 10, 11, 12 hours or as long as they see fit to work us. But the main trouble is that the black man's troubles in this locality have never been represented to the head officials, and unless we get them organised, it will be a matter of impossibility for one to speak the sentiments of a body unless he had the power to do so. Our trouble in our previous standing never gets further than the poor, low and last class of white men, and that is the class that has always had a spite at our welfare. The original charter of the above-named association was registered in the state of Tennessee by John W. Morton, Sec'v of State, at Nashville, May 29th, 1908. We have complied with all the requirements of law, and what we need now is words of encouragement from our leading colored paper and leading colored men, which will aid us in the labor struggles. We want to show to this country that we have colored laborers who are taxpayers and lawabiding citizens, and not brutes as Vardaman of Mississippi says we are. A good many of our number read your paper, as well as a larger number who do not belong to the organization. By words of cheer for our work and what we are striving to do, every colored man of Memphis, will be made to feel glad and that he should be up and doing. The association meets on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month; all laborers and stirring men are invited to join. For further particulars, apply to J. W. Cook, Sec'y Local No. 4, 953 Caldwell ave. Memphis, Tenn., or Lee Curtis, President. Grnd Lodge Meets. TOPEKA its jurisdiction, held an open meeting last night in the Pyramid hall. The hall was well filled with out-of-town delegates and citirens. Our honored citizen, P. B. Andrews, acted as master of ceremonies and he was at his best. The address of welcome on behalf of the local court was made by Ada Jones. It was a splendid address and certainly made all of the visiting guests feel welcome. This was responded to by Mrs. S. McGubbin, of Atchison, Kansas, Mrs. McCubbin is an old worker in the order and her remarks were appropriate and fitting. The visiting guests were then welcomed to the city by W. Cunningham on behalf of the mayor, and response in behalf of the visiting guests was made by Rev. OI Davis, of Kansas City, Kansas, an orator of more than ordinary ability. His speech brought forth much applause. After the speaking, all present were served with elegant refreshments. The meeting lasted until a late hour, but all seemed to enjoy themselves to such an extent that they did not notice how late the meeting was being held. The music for the occasion was furnished by Miss Nola Kelley. The sessions of the Grand Court were continued today, and tonight a public entertainment will be given to which every one is invited. A large number of out of town guest were present, among them being George Washington and wife of Atchison, Kansas. George Washington, with Mrs. Mollie Williams, of Argentine, and P. B. Andrews, of this place, are three members composing the board of directors of this order in Kansas. Mrs. M. B. Jackson, of Kansas City, Kansas, M. A. G. M. Mrs. F Hyde of Argentine, Kas. S. M. A G. M. Mrs. S. McCubbon, of Atchison, Kas. G. C Treasurer. Mrs. J. A. Cornell, Kansas City, Kansas, G. L. K. Miss Elizabeth Johnson, Watheena, Kansas, G. O. K PEONAGE IN OLD MISSOURII Gov. Folk of Missouri has a great deal of work on hand to reform old Missouri. Not only is it burning, hanging, and lynching Nogroes, but even has them enslaved. Young and old Negro men were discovered by the U. S. Marshall last week, kept in stockades, shackles, irons and compelled to work for mean, contemptible white men for merely something to eat. When the maishal made this raid, he found eight colored men held in peonage. It was in New Madrid county on the Mississippi river, on a plantation owned by mossback, rebel Democrats. They were backed by some wealthy St. Louis men who would resort to almost anything to make money. Through this discovery, over one hundred Negroes have been found and liberated. Gov. Folk will find that the cleaning up of the Negro haters is quite a task, equal to cleaning out the Augen stable where the oxen were held for one thousand years. There are so many of these imps of Satan that we fear it will take one thousand Folks one thousand years to get them right, but there is nothing like pegging away and doing all you can at the time TOPEKA, KANSAS, FRIDAY MORNING, JUNE 22, 1906. The White Press Says he is Even More Worse Than the White Ruffians Who Assaulted the Rev. R. C. Ransom. Below we pubish a clipping from the Boston Journal, which gives an account of the weakness and stupidity of W. H. Council, president of the Mechanical and Agricultural college at Normal, Ala. Council's school is a detriment, not only to the state of Alabama but to the entire colored race of the South. He is doing nothing but teaching submission and bowing to every white man in that country. There is no reason why the Negroes should stoop to the low whites and cater to them. If we would learn to stand up for right there would be no excuse for tolerating the wrongs of the Southerners. 'It the account of Rev. R. C. Ransom, the colored clergyman of this city, is correct—and there seems to be no reason to doubt it—the treatment he accepted in Alabama on the occasion of his recent visit to the Mechanical and Agricultural College at Normal, in that state, was nothing short of despicable, the more so because partly at the hands of Negroes themselves. It will be remembered that Rev. Mr. Ransom was traveling in a Pullman sleeping car, in which he had been assured that he would have no trouble in the South. But in the State of Tennessee he was dragged from his seat by a trio of white men and hauled, kicked and cuffed through two other coaches into the 'Jim Crow' car where he was compelled to stay BRUNSWICK, Mo., June 10, '00. EDITOR PRIANDEATER - I write to ask a question. Will you be kind enough to tell me, what is an Evangelist? Is it a minister of the gospel, to preach any and everywhere; or is it a show, made up to give concerts and send tore runners as do other shows; and charge 10s at the door, as any other showman? It seems to me, the sooner the pastors of the different churches close these things out of their churches the better will be the results. In the way we have Evangelists now, we had better hold our own revivals and let the neighboring preachers help, and stop no much foolishness out of churches. Then we could have revivals that would result in some good among the people. I think that an Evangelist should preach the gospel in any place, tent, brush, pasture, shed, or any place where he can save a soul for Christ. I assure you any Evangelist that preaches the gospel for the saving of souls will succeed without a forerunner going in to advertise him as a 12 years old boy, and 100 at the door. YOUR WRITER [An Evangelist is an ordained minister, authorized by some church organization to preach special morals to revive the souls of the people and bring them into the fold of the church. They are paid by the bodies they serve and are not supposed to charge admission fees, or make their work a circus or side show. Those who charge for admission to their services are doubtless working for mercy purposes. A QUESTION. PLAINDEALER. until he reached Huntsville although he had paid first class fare under promise of protection. That species of assault on a gentleman of culture and refinement was bad enough, in all conscience, but it was as nothing compared to the treatment Mr. Ransom received from the authorities of the Negro college. They had learned of the episode of the sleeping car and when the clergyman reached the grounds at Normal, he was told that he would not be allowed to speak and that he must quit the place at once. In justification of this, Professor Council, the head of the school, gave out afterward that Mr. Ransom was under the influence of liquor. This the Bostonian absolutely denys, and we believe him. As he himself says: 'How would one expect a man to look or appear who had been twice dragged and kicked through two railroad coaches, escaping death only by a caprice of the mob, who had had no sleep all night and no food for two days'" To treat a decent man like an offensive beast is an outrage, yet it is almost insignificant when compared with the attempt to blast a clergyman's reputation by publishing lies as to his personal character. That these should come from a man of the minister's own race is all the more to be condemned. Evidently the Northern Negro can place little reliance upon his com patriot of the South." CORN A GREAT FORAGE CROP. There is a discussion of a valuable kind regarding the value of corn as a grass or fodder crop. People plant corn, so far as they know, to produce the mubbins first and the fodder as an incident. It was a Minnesota professor who said that as much value could be obtained from an acre of corn planted so thickly that no ears would form as from an acre of corn planted the usual distance apart. This study was once taken up at the Illinois station with interesting results. The trial lasted three years, and Prof W. A Henry, of Wisconsin, analyzed the findings. In the trials the corn rows were 3 feet 8 inches apart. In the rows the corn was planted 3, 6, 9, 12, 15 and 24 inches apart. In the 24 inch planting 5,010 kernels per acre were planted, producing 49 bushels of good ears and 6 bushels of poor ears to the acre; of digestible substance, the stover was 2006 pounds, grain 2,141 pounds, total, 4,207 pounds. In the 15 inch planting 2,504 kernels were planted, producing 64 bushels of good ears and 11 bushels of poor ears to the acre, of digestible substance, the stover was 2,394 pounds the grain was 2,782 pounds; total, 5,190 pounds In the 12 inch planting 11,840 kernels were planted. The yield was 73 bushels of good cars and 10 bushels of poor cars. The digestible substance was 2,480 pounds of stover and 3,113 pounds of grain, or a total of 5,591 pounds. The 12 inch planting resulted in the largest yield of grain, and in furnishing the most valuable crop from that standpoint. The 9 inch planting required 15,840 kernels per acre. The result was 55 bushels of good cars and 22 bushels of poor cars. The digestible substance was 2,602 pounds of stover, and 2,077 pounds of grain, the total being 5,599 pounds. of grain, a total of 5,072 pounds. The 3 inch planting required 47,520 kernels as seed per acre. The result was only 13 bushels of good corn and 40 bushels of poor ears. The digestible substance per acre was 3,968 pounds of stover and 2,250 pounds of grain, a total of 6,218 pounds. The greatest yield of stover and the smallest yield of good ears was naturally from the 3 inch planting It is said that further investigation would prove that a closer planting would tumble a still larger amount of digestible substance. The conclusion is, that as corn is king of field crops for simple grain production it is capable of greater results as a grass or forage crop. From the Corn Book, being the quarterly report of the State Board of Agriculture of Kansas, December 1905 HAULING MANURE TO THE FIELD. HAULING MANURE TO THE FIELD. While it is admittedly the latter plan to get the manure to the fields as soon after it is made as possible, the plan has its greatest value when the manure is spread as soon as placed on the soil; that is, do not put it in holes to spread at some later period, but, if possible, load it from the stable directly into the sprender so that as soon as it reaches the hold it can be put on the soil where it will be baked in during the winter. The idea of carting the manure direct to the field is to have it improving the soil instead of letting a portion of its virtue go into the air as is the case when it has an in the barnyard all winter. If it must be stored even for a short period, it should by all means be placed under cover and even then it should be so arranged that the piles are long and narrow and be kept trumped down firm at all times so that it will not the fang. It must also be turned occasionally and be kept wet. The place for storage should be far enough from the stables so that there will be no danger of odor reaching the cows so as to in any way be imparted to the milk. If it can be arranged in any way plan to cast the manure to the field and spread it daily for in this way it has by far its greatest value to the crop. BIG FARM FIGURES. Lifts two per cent of the population of the United States are farm folks. And these 5,700,000 farmers own about $20,000,000,000 worth of property. All the capital invested in manufacturing in this country figures up only $1,840,628,564 less than half the value of the farms. Tremendous resources are represented in our railroads, but their entire capital stocks and bonds for the year 1900 was $11,801,092,350, on only 58 per cent of the value of the farms of the nation. Indeed, the two great industries of manufacturing and railroads together have a value but little larger than the farm NUMBER 25. is in the Black Race! SHOULD HOLD THEIR LAND! Negroes in the Newly Made States Should Let Politics Alone and Get More Property. By an act of the legislature, the Indian Territory and Oklahoma Territory have been made a state? According to the census of 1900, the Indian territory has a population of over 300600 whites. 36000 Negroes, and 32000 Indians. Oklahoma has a population of 367000 whites, 18000 Negroes and 11000 Indians. This makes the Negro and Indian population about one seventh of that of the new state. Our advice to the Negroes is to hold on to the land they already have and get as much more as possible. They should not waste too much time in politics, but get down to business, trades, and farming. If they do not accept the opportunities they now have, Oklahoma state will be as bad as Texas and Arkansas. The Negro should take a manly stand for what is right and honorable, but do not insist upon too much political preference so far as office holding is concerned. Insist, however, upon political rights such as the constitutional laws should provide for, which should be that all men have equal chances. There should be no black laws enacted on the statute books of the new state, which would be an everlasting disgrace. The Negroes should vote for men for office that will guarantee these rights. Chronic office-seekers should be shunned. Now for every Negro to have an office bee buzzing in his hat at this time, will somewhat retard his political progress. We would advise them to join in with the fair minded white man and give him the elective office, so far as possible. We would like to see a few good, strong, honorable, sensible, colored men in the first legislature that convenes in the new state. We hope that no loud mouthed, ignorant and superstitious Negroes will be adhered to. Nothing but progressive land owners and business men with good sense should be nominated and elected to the Legislature. If they join in with the right class of white Republicans or even Democrats who believe in fair play for everyone the late Territory can be made up into legislative districts, so that at least a dozen colored men can be elected Beware of the fellow who gives advice and has never done anything himself and has no property, land or business to represent himself. We advise and admonish Negroes of the new state not to try to rush in where danger, enemity and prejudice awaits him, but to use diplomacy, good common horse sense, good sound judgement and everything will be well. Stand up for the rights and principals of manhood. Do not base anything on the color line but base it on right and justice. We do not want the colored people to ask for political preference because they are colored, nor concede anything to the whites because they are white, nor to the Indians because they are Indians. But concede everything to those who believe in fair play, justice and right. Hold fast to what you have and get more. Till the soil keep down expenses and stop paying exhorbitant rates of interests which is a viper and sucks the very life blood out of Lots of fun at Wilson's Summer Garden. A. R. Eagleson of Lawrence is in the city this week. Wilson's new Pavillion has the best floor for dancing in the city. Go out and enjoy yourself. Mr. A. J. Phillips of Kansas City spent Sunday in the city, the guest of Dean Buckner. Wilson's Garden is located one block East of where the car stores at the cemetery. Mrs. Clay of St. Joseph, Moe. visiting her daughters, Mrs. Albert Sainbury and Miss Ollie Clay. Dr. O. A. Taylor has purchased one of the latest patent operating chairs, and is now well equipped for surgical work. Rev. H. W. White, pastor of the Central Baptist church returned from Memphis, Tenn., where he spent ten days visiting and assisting in church work. First African Baptist church, Rev. T. J. Carr, pastor—Preaching morning and evening. Sabbath School at 9:30 a. m. C. E. meeting at 7 p. m. All are welcome. Hon. J. G. Groves of Edwardsville, Kane., the "Potato King," and treasurer of the Knights and Ladies of Protection, was in Topeka Tuesday attending to business in connection with the order. The third quarterly meeting of the C. M. E. church, Fourteenth, and Van Buren streets, will be held Sunday. The public is cordially invited. Rev. A. H. Norris, pastor, Rev. J. M. Rivers, P. E. --- Mre L. H Slaughter is conducting a great reduction sale in hate from now on, and those who wish to take advantage of the midsummer millinery sale will do well to call at her establishment, 431 Kansas avenue, opetairs. Hate from 50 cents up. Mrs. L. H. Slaughter is conducting a great reduction sale in hats from now on, and those who wish to take advantage of the midsummer millinery sale will do well to call at her establishment, 431 Kansas avenue, upstairs. Hats from 50 cents up. Mrs. L. H. Slaughter. The Shiloh Baptist church is celebrating its twenty-fifth anniversary this week by a series of entertainments. Instructive programs are rendered each evening, and refreshments served. The church is taking price in the fact that it is now twenty-five years of age. Hon. W. W. Fisher and Rev. J. R. Random returned last Tuesday, after a ten days trip over the Fort Scott district, over which Rev. Ramson provides. The district confer- ence was held at Paola, where W. W. Fisher addressed a large audien- ce, and the people were glad to hear him, he is one of the best orators in the state and holds the people spellbound for hours at a time. St. Simon's Episcopal church, Western avenue and Seventh st. the Rev Fetter Brown, priest Sunday School at 4:00 a.m. Morning prayer and sermon, subject, "A Burning and Shining Light," at 11 a.m. Evening prayer and sermon, subject, "The Rejected Banquet," at 4:30 p.m. All are cordially invited. I will arrange your musical compositions, no matter how difficult, also will compose and arrange your song poems. Write me at once, or send me your MSS or song poem. List of songs for sale: "No Home since Mama Passed Away," "I've Gwine to Get Another Coon," "O, Hear the Voice." These are the latest and most successful songs of the day. Price each, 30 cents or three for 75 cents. CHAS. CHILDS, Composer and Arranger of Music. Lewis, Kansas. Friday nights will be vaudeville at the Lummer Garden. A large and commodious stage has been erected and fitted with modern scenery. Show at 9 o'clock lasting one hour, thus giving those who desire to dance, plenty of time to do so. Comfortable seats have been arranged for 400, and those who attend Friday evenings will have no cause to regret it. When you go shopping again, look in at Zanlton's. He can please you with a little down and the rest in small payments. Buy of him and you won't regret it. 110 E. Smith street. "Queen Esther's Banquet," a drama rendered at Luken's Opera house in North Topkea last week, was one of the best plays of the kind ever seen in Topeka. It was well rendered, and commanded the attention off the appreciative audience from the rise of the curtain on the first act till its drop on the closing. The play was dramatized from the bible by Mrs. Martha Jones, and reflects great credit upon her ability. It should be copyrighted. The concert Tuesday night at the First African Baptist church was a great success in every way. The house was well filled, and the program was rendered in a very effective way. Especially was the audience pleased with the solos of Mrs. J. M. Wright and Capt. Wm. Reynolds, the singing of the Y. M. C. A. octette, Mr. Norman's monologue; and the imitation of various birds by Mr. Bryant caused much merriment and delight. The committee is well pleased with the result financially and otherwise. We are sorry to note that some of the poor white Missourians want to bar colored men as contestants for manhood in prize fights and other sports. It is written that all men must die, whether white or black, and we see no reason why all who wish to fight should not have opportunity to do so with all who wish to win honors in the fighting arena whether they be black, white or indifferent, defending themselves against all comers. Mrs. Clara Harden, who died in Kansas City. Mo at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Hester Watts, was buried in Topeka cemetery Tuesday afternoon. Her funeral was held from Stonestreet and Hamilton's Undertaking rooms, Rev. J. E. Edwards officiating. Mrs. Harden was 70 years of age at the time of her death. She was born in Norfolk, Va. and came to Topeka in 1877, remaining until 1889, when the death of her husband, John Harden, occurred. She was a life member of St. Johns A M. F. church. Mrs. Harden was one of Topeka's most highly respected citizens, and left a host of friends. Her remains were accompanied to Topeka by her daughter Mrs. Hester Watts, and grandchildren, Frank, Ophela, Jenne and Charles A. M. E. CONFERENCE. Tm A. M. E. conference was a great success. The conference and Sunday School convention which convened at Jopin June 13-15 was honored by a visit from Bishop A. Grant, D. D., who preached a soul stirring and enthusiastic sermon on Wednesday evening. While in the City Bishop Grant was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Jos Stover, H. Kentucky avenue, as were Rev. P. James Peck, Rev J. Frank McDonald, Rev. J. H. Allen, Rev. C. A. Williams, Rev. S. S. Piteler and Rev. J. E. Christopher, who declared that they had stopped in one of the best homes in the city of Jophn. Little Miss Emma Stover was delightfully surprised by receiving some serviceable presents from the visitors. GREATSLAUGHTERING SALE Mrs. L. H. Slaughter is conducting a great reduction sale in hats from now on and those who wish to take advantage of the midsummet millinery sale will do well to call at her establishment, 431 Kansas avenue, upstairs. Hats from 60 cents up. The following named ladies attending the State Federation of Art clubs in Salina this week: Minnees Loula Harris and Gertrude Solomon, Mendames M. Matley, R. L. Skearce, L. Washington, Mrs. Oliver and Mrs. Bradshaw. Will Locate Old Folks' Home Near Topeka! The Executive board of the State Baptist association met in Topeka last week, Rev. E. Arlington Wilson, president, Revs. D E. Overr, Van Lue, McNeal, Fishback and others constituting the committee who are looking around for a good location for the old folks' Home, which was inaugurated by the Baptist convention at Cofeyville last year. They are to buy from So to 100 acres of land and will locate close to Topeka. This is the best location for this institution, as it is the capital city and more church people have business in Topeka during the year than in any other city in the state. Also this is a beautiful and healthy part of the country, and from an intellectual, moral and financial standpoint there is no equal to Topeka in Kansas. Progressive colored people in business, farmers, mechanics, etc., will do much towards assisting the church to maintain this worthy cause. If there is anything the church should do, it is to provide for its old and decrepit members. The Baptist church has taken the lead in this matter and deserves great commendation. A. M, E. CONEERENCES. Conferences of the Fifth Episcopal District will meet as follows: Puget Sound Conference, August 22, Tucoma, Wash. California Conference, August 29, Oak land, Cal. Colorado Conference, September 10, Pueblo, Colo. Kansas Conference, September 26 Hutchinson, Kan. North Missouri Conference, October 3, Columbia, Mo. Missouri Conference, October 10, Kansas City, Mo. A. GRANT, Presiding Bishop. "The Cat is Out of the Bag!" Agchance for a wide awake woman to make a splendid living. I will send a recipe for making cold cream that has been used among the beauties in Paris for years. It bleaches the face removes wrinkles, makes skin velvety. With each jar of cream will send recipe and instructions how to treat diseases of the skin and how to give facial massage Price, $2.00; [Hair Pomade, 1.50] LADIES—SEPTRO in a guaranteed protection for you—never fails—pleasant to use sanitary and beneficial in its effects. Used and recommended by thousands of grateful married ladies. Absolutely harmless. Six months treatment $1.00. Mailed in plain package upon receipt of price. Write for particular. LE BLUE REMEDY CO. Lloir, N. C. Hours Phone 7:10 a.m Home 144 2:4 p.m Bell 140 7:04 m DR. N. B. FORD, PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON Office Overdial Drug Store Fourth and Froadway HUSPALG KANSAS L. J. Maddux, Staple and Fancy... Groceries Meats and all kinds of Produce. Home'Phone 784 West. Bell 2306. 452 Presenan Ave Kansas City, Ks When in Weir Stop at... TheRed Star Hotel Boarding and Lodging Open Day and Night Mrs. Frances Harris, Proprietor. IMPROVE SCHOOL GROUNDS. In the newer western states it is almost universally the rule that the plainest, most harren and least ornamental spot in each community is the district school. This is a and state of affairs. In the first rush of settlement, when there were so many things to do, there was some excuse for it, but in the Mississippi valley at the present time there is no excuse for it whatever. The agricultural department has seen the need and has published a bulletin on the planting of trees in school house grounds, and another on school gardens. We are informed by a congressman who represents ten big counties in the middle west, that only one county school teacher in his district ever wrote to him for some of these pamphlets. The county courts or county commissons as the system of county super vision varies in different states should offer prizes of various kinds to the children of the school districts showing the best and most tasteful improvements in the school grounds, in the way of planting trees, vine shrubs, rose bushes and flowers, the living out of paths, etc. It is time to be doing these things; in fifty years more the west should look like the New England states as if they had been finished up by loving and painstaking hands. I have has been a great deal of talk lately in regard to the teaching of agriculture and horticulture in the rural schools that good could be accomplished in this way if there were teachers qualified for the work, but the so-called normal schools turn out too many drilled teachers who do little in the real teaching of nature. If the country school teachers could all be given a short course in agriculture and horticulture at the state college of agriculture, we might after a while have men and women prepared to take up the work in an elementary way in the rural schools. But as the short courses at these colleges mostly come in the winter months, when the teachers are employed, there arises a need for summer schools for this purpose. These might be made a strong force in the progress of nature teaching. With teachers enthused for the work, there would soon come some application of what they have learned in the planting and beautifying of the school grounds. There is nothing like the actual work in planting trees and flowers and caring for them to make children fond of nature and his products and there is nothing better calculated to drive the young people from the farm than the comfortless and ugly school houses and their all kept surroundings. Getting the young people in terrested in plant life will be apt to draw them to the farmers' institutes, and the institutes will never accomplish what they should in the education of the farmers till they catch him young enough. DRY FARMING. Last fall a man of our acquaintance thought he wouldn't do a little 1ry farming, but instead following the Campbell system he struck out on a plan of his own. He followed the harvest with the disk. As soon as the ground was in condition he disked it again and then began plowing. He plowed five rows wide around a forty-acre place and then for some reason stopped for a while. During this time in enormous growth of woods came up on the unplowed piece. The field was literally covered to a height of ten inches. Then he went on with his plow and turned the woods under a turfier, but the woods had sapped to moisture from that ground so that it broke up into lumps. He worked the tree thereafter exactly the same as it started around the outside. At harvest time the outside strip had two and one half times as much grain as the inside. This man never thought he was doing anything to make such a radical difference. In the early plowing the ground was most and falling back it settled down firmly, which is the secret of success. Field and Farm KALLITHRIX PARLOR HAIR GOODS. HAIR ORNAMENTS. NEW POMPA-DOURS, SWITCHES, WIGS. TAPES, FRIZZES AND BANGS. MRS. M. L. FIELD. SIO KANSAS AVE. Money to Loan On Household Goods, Live Stock and Jewelry 1 10 N. 4th St. KANFAR CITY, KA OLYMPIC CLUB. ```markdown ``` JULY FOURTH AT WILSON'S Plenty of Barbenard Meets of all kinds. Dancing, Swing and Amusements of Every Description. EVERYBO Fred M. Stonecrest Stonestreet Successors to Undertakers EVERYBODY COM M. Stonecrest G. W. H Monestreet & Hamilton Successors to J. M. Knight. Undertakers and Embalme EVERYBODY COME --- Fred M. Stonecrest G. W. Hamilton. Stonestreet & Hamilton, Successors to J. M. Knight. Undertakers and Embalmers. We carry one of the fine Topeka. Corner 7th and Quincy Sts. Russell Gr Wholesale We carry one of the finest lines of Undertaking 7th and Quincy Sts. Topeka, Russell Grocery C Wholesale and Retai We carry one of the finest lines of Undertaking goods in Topeka. Russell Grocery Co. Wholesale and Retail. One of the LARGEST Negro enterprises in Oklahoma Territory. General Commission Merchandise All MAIL ORDERS given SPECIAL ATTENTION. Your Business Solicited. RUSSELL GROCERY: 427 First Street, : CHICKASHA, I.T. PER R. D. FLETCHER. GENERAL COMMISSION MERCHANDISE ALL MAIL ORDERS given SPECIAL ATTENTION. Your Business Solicited. RSELL GROCERY: 17 First Street, : CHICKASHA, I. PER R. D. FLETCHER. General Commission Merchants All MAIL ORDERS given SPECIAL ATTENTION. Your Business Solicited. RUSSELL GROCERY: CO., 427 First Street, : CHICKASHA, I.T. _ PER R. D. FLETCHER. HIGGINSVILLE, MISSOURI. Mr Samuel Henderson came from Kansas City. He last week to visit friends and relatives. The school board met last week to check the same teachers for the Douglas school Ptor C. E. Johnson principal: Mrs. Ann M. Bitt, Mrs. Dora Johnson and Mrs. Susie Newbolt additional teachers as more room will be added to the school building for the next term. Ptor C. E. Party of three Okla., is here visiting friends and relatives also attending to business of import once. Lav. H. L. Barton of Jefferson City was here Saturday, the 20th most. Mr. and Mrs. James Harris living man Alma, Mo, were here Sunday, the 20th most. Mr. James Henderson has returned home from Pocahontas Springs. Mr. I. Lee Green, a member of Bumse Temple, came from Kansas City, Mo, to attend the annual seminar of the knights of Labor. Miss Ida M. Thompson of L22, Virginia Avenue, Knights City, Mo. formally, a teacher in our public school the second High Priestess of Missouri and introduction made an annual visit to the falconry, also attended the annual sermon of the International Order of Widow Knights and Daughters of Lafayette, Rev. L. H. Jennings, pastor in charge of the Baptist church, preached the annual sermon. Reprint takes great pleasure in saying it was excellent and contained valuable information which showed deep thought and careful preparation. Many good thoughts were advanced. The members of the order were in full regalia which presented a grand sight, the church being crowded beyond seating capacity. Miss Gattitude M. Jennings of Alma, Mo, was visiting here Saturday and Sunday, June 16th and 17th. Rev. B. F. Rathiff of St. Louis, Mo, was here visiting Rev. J. H. Jennings several days. Mr. John T. Workcuff of Lexington, Mo, was here Sunday, June 17th. G. W. Hamilton. & Hamilton, J. M. Knight. and Embalmers. Topeka, Kansas. rocery Co.. and Retail. ssion Merchants ERS given SPECIAL ur Business Solicited. ROCERY: CO., CHICKASHA, I.T. _ FLETCHER. Wouldn't Take the Office. Patrick Plunker, a known Irish man of Portland, is scheduled to be elected an officer in one well known society. The man has having assembled one day to arrive and salute "I nominate Patrick Plunker." Seeing that nobody moved, he again arrows and said: "I second the motion." But still they failed to notice him. This time he cried out: "But be d-d if IB take it." "THE KEYSTONE." RESTAURANT AND CAFE First class service. Short orders a specialty. When in Kansas City, call and see me. If you're pleased tell your friends, if not tell me. R. S. STREET, Prop. 1204 B. EIGHTEENTH ST. FARI DUNN Pres. R. J. BETTIS N.C. J. P. PHILLIS Howard Afro-American Social Club When at Leisure, Call and See ure. We Strive to Please. 120 W. DOUGLAS. WICHITA, KS. The American Collection Agency 413 Kansas Ave DPEKA, - KAN ANTHONY P. WILSON, Attorney We make collections in all parts of of the United States. No fees charged until collection is made. 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, [NEAL] Attorney for plaintiff. Attest: I. S. CURTIS, Clock First published April 6th '06. In the District Court of Shawnee county, Kansas. S. S. Hughes, Plaintiff, vs 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 is 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. NOTICE. 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. NOTICE. To the Teachers and others interested Knowing that the schools have closed in many places and that the teachers have changed their post offices during vacation, I take this method of communicating with them "What the Graduates of Lincoln Institute are Doing," the book which I have finished, will be in the express office here on or before June 1st. Those who are interested and wish to purchase a copy, will please write me at once. Give me your address, state whether you want a book and if you prefer to send the money for it or have the book sent C. O. D. I am sure you will like it. It is handsomely bound and printed on good enamel paper which gives the cut a good showing. The introduction is written by the State Superintendent of Education, Hon. W. T. Carrington. The better way will be to send the money to me by registered letter and your return card will be a receipt for the zoney, signee by me. Yours very truly, J. S. Mott. PUBLICATION NOTICE. In the District Court of Shawnee County, Kansas, Jennie Belch, Plaintiff. 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 gross 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, 1900, 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. Attorney for Plaintiff. First published March 30, 1906. PUBLICATION NOTICE. 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, Dceased. First published April 6th, 1906. PUBLICATION NOTICE. In the District Court of Shawnee County, Kansas. May Thorne, Plaintiff. vs A. L. 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. CAMPHFLI, Att'y for plaintiff First published March 23rd, 1906. Cheap Excursions Southwest Low Rates each first and third Tuesday, monthly Round trip tickets sold from nearly all Rock Island points in the North and Central West to practically all points Southwest. Rate about half the regular fare Pluck means sure success in the Southwest. An illustrated book or two will help you to a better acquaintance with the country. I'll be glad to send them on request, State the section which most interests you. Rock Island System Rock Island System A. M. FULLER, C. P. A., Topeka, Ks TIRED OF HIS BLACK WIFE Frank B. Ringwald, who remarried Ellen Ringwald, after having been divorced from her, has filed suit for a divorce on the ground that he has discovered that she has African blood in her veins. Mrn. Ringwald's defense is that she may not be white, but she is "neither Negro nor a mulatto." Her plea is based on Boyvier's definition of a Negro, which says that a Negro is "a black man." He says that it has been distinctly held that the term does not include a mulatto. Ringwald's attorney will quote from the Standard dictionary that "a Negro is a person having one-sixteenth or more of African blood." . PROGRAMME OF THE Sunday School Union AT THE THIRD BAPTIST CHURCH June 24th, 1906 Program Begins at 3 O'clock P.M. 1. Song by the Union. 2. Invocation, Rev. Thos. Bell. 3. Welcome Address by Mr. J. H. North. 4. Recitation by Miss Nellie Cowen. 5. Paper by Mrs. C. G. Fjishback. 6. Recitation, Miss Edna Anderson. 7. Select Reading, Mrs. Thos. Bell. 8. Paper, Miss Upshaw. 9. Select Reading, Fredy Baker. 10. Paper, Mrs. G. W. Harts, subject, "Influence at Home." Twenty minutes discussion. 11. Paper, Mr. John Cowen. 12. A short talk by Bro. C. C. Crockett, subject, "Should Attend Sunday School and Why." 13. Recitation by Miss Alta Jones. 14. Election of officers. 15. Remarks by Pastors. 16. Collection. 17. Adjourn. LIST YOUR PROPERTY WITH WILSON. The real estate firm of Charles A. Wilson has a new ady in THE PLAN DEALER this week. This firm is building up one of the largest lists of farms for sale in the West and is adding new customers daily. Those who are in the market for a farm or ranch business will do well to write him at once. Their plan is new and is one of the best so far proposed for bringing buyer and seller together, being based upon the theory that where one man wants to sell there is sure to be another who wants to buy. The problem is to bring the buyer and seller together and thus can be done by advertising the many farms and properties for sale in papers and in circulars. Our readers are urged to write this firm if they want to buy or sell a farm and get the plan for closing the deal. These plans are simple and present and so inexpensive that they must surely appeal to anyone who wants to buy or sell. See adv. in this issue, and write Chas. A. Wilson, for list, 415 Kansas avenue, Topeka, Kans Mrs. V. L. North THE EAST SIDE INN Headquarters for R. R. P ters and Traveling Men. First-class Board and Room. Everything strictly modern. 11th-14 Woodland Ave KANSAS CITY MO Home Phone with Main Home Phone Main 3014 Y2 Kings The Little Rose Bud Cafe A. J. DEWOUR, Prop. 701 Wyndsotte Street Kansas City, Mo Cafe Open Until 2:3A.M. The only first-class place in the city. PRIVATE DINING ROOM Washington @ Co. FINE GROCERIES AND MEATS New Phone 011 Old Phone 1963 We make a specialty of Butter, Eggs and Country Produce. COR, FIETH AND MICHIGAN AVE LEAVENWORTH, KAS. Go to... H: BROWN, The Grocer Fine Groceries—Just Opened— Everything Fresh—Give us a Trial. HOME 'PHONE 1282. A Splendid Gift AS TO THE LEOPARD SPOTS By KFILLY 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 ATCHISON. Miss Georgie Allen, Cammie Wilson and Rev. A. C. Terrell left on Monday for the district conference at Lincoln. Miss Nora Mc Allister and Mcdames Frank Wilson, Anna Belle Mack, Mary Truecheat and Emma Covington have gone to different parts of Kentucky to visit Miss L. Evans, of Omaha, is visiting her sister, Mrs. L. Miller. Miss Willa Smith was here last week in the interest of The Prairie Dealer Miss Winifred Morton gave a very pretty birthday party Monday evening in honor of her twentieth birthday. The evening was devoted to games and other amusements. Miss Morton offered a prize to the one making the most words from the letters of her given name in five minutes, which was won by Miss Hattie Ingram. At 10.30 the guests were invited into the dining room, where ice cream and cake were served. Miss Morton received a number of useful and pretty presents. At a late hour the guests departed, washing Miss Morton a long and happy life. Elijah Penn, of Omaha, was in the city Sunday to visit his family. Miss. Sallie McCubbins, who has, for the last year, been in Cripple Creek, Colo., in here for a three weeks visit with friends. FRASKFORT. A crowd of over 45 Frankfort people spent last Sunday in Blue Rapids and report a fine time and that the children's joy exercises were highly enjoyable. Miss Natte Skinner and Edwin Potter are in Kansas City this week visiting the parents of the former. Mrs. J. M. Mothell and brother, of Topka, are visiting at the home of J. M. Cloud and wife. Miss Anna Fouth visited for four days in the country, last week. William Washington, of Blue Rapids, was in the city on Tuesday. Mina Millie Parks is spending this week in Blue Rapids, the guest of her parents. Mr. Allan Moran left last Sunday for Colorado Springs and other points. He goes for the benefit of his health, and expects to return next fall. Mr. S. McAllister, of Chicago, is in the city, the guest of his sister, Mrs. G. Hocker, and his brother, H. McAllister Rev. L. F. Byron was a welcome visitor in the country last week. N. Robinson, of South Bend, has left for Kentucky on a visit. Arthur Robinson was in town today, in search of harvest hands. A surprise party was given at the home of N. Robinson last Saturday evening, on Mrs. H. Robinson and her sister, Miss Elent from Texas. Frank Robinson has taken the contract on G. Walker's 11 room house, which will be completed some time soon. Harley Robinson, who had been in New York City since Christmas, has returned home. Chaplain and Mrs. Preluce, of St. Louis, mo., are visiting relatives in the city. Mrs. L., O. Talisferro from Muscogee, I. T., and Mrs. J. Talisferro from Coffeyville, Kansas, were in the city last week, visiting James Freeman and wife, 416 State Ave. Mrs. Emma Word and children, from St Louis, Mo., are visiting relatives at 514 State Ave. Miss Trenzie Smothers, of Lawrence, returned home June 12th. The Graduating Exercises of the Douglass Hospital were held at the First A. M. P. church on Thursday evening, June 14. The graduates were, Misses Ellis and McWilliams. A short program was rendered, consisting of the following Address by Bishop Grant, music by Allen Chapel choir, remarks by Chaplain P. Prelude, Nelson Crews of K. C. no, and Dr. S. H. Thompson, K. C. kans. Dr. Ricketts, of St. Joe., gave a lecture that was inspiring to all who heard him, and presented the diplomas to the graduates. All the doctors, lawyers and ministers of the two Kansas City were introduced to the audience by Bishop Grant. The public donation was well remembered, and a large number of sheets, pillow ships, towels and other necessities were given to the hospital. The exercises were closed by singing, "God Be With You Till We Meet Again." ```markdown ``` Dr.P. Holmes Regular Medical Physician with Thirty Years of Experience in the United States. A GREAT DIVINE HEALER. With 25 years Experience. You Must See Him. He will cure you at a distance of one hundred yards. Will relieve any one of Flever and Chills in five minutes. Will cure you of all diseases, Old Sorce, Toothache, Cramp Colic, Rheumatism, Nervous Troubles, Loose and Stiff Joint—in fact ALL DISEASES OF MANKIND. He makes peace where there is war, brings loved ones back to their home who have been driven off by unfair means. HE IS A MEDIUM. He tells you everything you ever did in your life, who you favor, mother or father, or ever will do. On September 5, 1905, he brought Ira Bunell, of Greenville, Texas, back to life. Be Blessed, HOURS AT EACH OFFICE, 4 a.m. till 12 m. 348 James St. Kansas City, Kana, 12:30 to 3 p.m. 16:12 Cottage St. Kansas City, Mo. Miss Sadie Brooks, of Higginsville, mo., is in the city, visiting relatives and friends. Miss Amanda Gennings has returned home from macon, mo, where she had been attending school. Howard Brown returned home on monday, June 11th, from Howard University, at Washington, D. C., where he has been attending school. D. Booker returned home last Wednesday from Manhattan, kans, where he has been attending school at h. 4. A. t. The First A. M. K. Sunday School was addressed Sabbath morning by Rev Green, from Iola. Rev J. L. Cole, of Little Rock, Ark., preached an excellent sermon at the First A. M. K. church, Sunday evening. Miss Anna Mac Burris, of Tennessee, favored the congregation at the A. M. K. church Sunday evening by singing several selections of her own composition. These songs are sold at ten cents each, and she sold quite a number of them. Miss Burris is about fourteen years old, an orphan who has been adopted by Mrs. Burris, of Mt.ion methodist church of Tennessee. The money received from the songs by Miss Burris is to be used in sending her to school. We feel that Mrs. Burris is doing a good work in trying to educate the young miss, and we wish her much success in the undertaking. To our Topeka colored subscribers: We would be under many obligations to those of you who are indebted to us, if you would settle up. There are too many in this city; who are indebted to us and will invariably falsify to our collectors, promising to see them again, knowing at the same time that they will not get a chance to see them again unless it be by chance. Please pay up? You owe, and why don't you settle or stop the paper? We prefer giving you the paper to having you try to beatus? 2 Go to Zunlton's to buy goods on time, wearing them while you pay for them. We have received a letter from a widow lady who desires to adopt a little brown skin girl child, between the ages of 11 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 NOTICE THE PLAINDEXLER. ```markdown ``` --- The average young Negro sleeps too much. Parents should see that their girls and boys are out of bed at 6:30 every morning. There are too many young Negroes wasting their time sleeping and parents should compel them to rise early in the morning and be ready for work. The trouble with the average young colored boys and girls in the city and country is, they keep late hours and are therefore unfit for work next day. Parents, get your daughters and sons up early in the morning. The washing should be on the line by 8 o'clock every Monday morning. --- The Knights and Daughters of Tabor of Leavenworth, Kans. have purchased a park which action is to be commended, not only the order receiving the benefit, but the Negro residents of Leavenworth. This is the right move in the right direction and when the colored people learn to buy their own parks and do business for themselves without depending on the white man, the better it will be for them. Everyone within the radius of one hundred miles should attend this opening on July 4th and assist these energetic and progressive Sons and Daughters to pay the balance due on their purchase and then you will all have a park where everyone will be welcome and your money spent on such pleasures will go into the pockets of our own people. Speaking of it the Leavenworth Times says "The International Order of Twelve, one of the big local Negro lodges, will give a big picnic July 4 in their new park located on south Fourth street near the corner of Santa Fe. The occasion is the opening of the park known as 'Dickson.' The bills state that there will be a street parade headed by a brass band, the Knights to leave Taborian hall at 11 a.m., and marching through the principal streets and then to the park. Rev, Frank Wilson, C. G. M., of Kansas City, Kans. who was instrumental in the purchase of the park, will deliver the opening address and the Hon. Nelson Crews of Kansas City, Mo., will be one of the principal speakers of the day. The International Order of Twelve is made up of the Knights and Daughters of Tabor, Mount Horeb Temple, No. 10, Crystal Tabernacle, No. 20, and Victoria Tabernacle, No. 30. The committee on arrangements for the picnic is composed of R. L. Nichols, R. T. Bright, A. W. Hopkins, Dr. C. M. Moates, Laura Bright, Liza Scott, Ella M'Kinnis and Henrietta Davis. The park takes its name from Moses Dickson, who founded the society in 1854." ORIGIN OF FIFE WHEAT. A Canadian paper contains an account of the origin in America of Pife wheat, by the introduction of which, it says, "Canada has benefited to an extraordinary degree," and which "found its way to the West where it became the staple product of the prairie." The originator of Pife wheat was the late David Pife of Peterboro county, Ontario, who came there from Scotland with his father in 1920. He wished to see the quality of Canadian wheat improved and with this object in view sent to Scotland in 1841 for samples of wheat. After one failure he received through a Scotch friend a new kind of spring and winter wheat coming from Dantzle and had not been grown in Scotland. The winter variety came to nothing, but the spring sample produced a quart of seed, which was carefully stored away and sowed the following spring, and the fall crop was half a bushel. The superior quality of the wheat was manifest, and from the product of the past year the neighbors were supplied with small quantities and fine wheat was well introduced. 'AN ORA'TION. The following oration was delivered by Mies Margaret Harris at Western University, from which institution she graduated with the June class. She was valedictorian of her class: AFRICA. For a long time Africa has been regarded as the "Dark Continent." Indeed some have been so extensively peasant in their views concerning this natural grand division of the earth that they doubt very much whether any bright thought or noble ideas have ever evolved from the truth of those who have dwelt upon their soil and drank in from her salubrious atmosphere. But the unbused student, diligent in his search for truth, will not for a moment curtail such obscene and misleading ideas for he takes cognizance of the fact that geometry, one of the most important sciences, and its birth in the fertile valley of the Nile, and other of the sciences has flourished in this same region. The real opening to the knowledge of the method of all of the greatness and possibilities of this continent be gan in 1810 by Prince Henry of Portugal. From that time on numerous explorations have been made until now we have a vast number of works published from time to time about this great country. The name "Mina" was first applied to only a small portion of the country included in Egypt, now it signifies the whole continent which lies in the eastern hemisphere, and in size ranks second only of the greatest land divisions of the globe. This vast continent is even more independent than other North or South America. Its population is 175000000, which is much greater than that of America, and but a little less than the population of Europe. Of this vast number but few are immigrants from other countries; nearly all of them are natives. The Africans have a God given right to that country; it is their own land; theirs from time immemorial, the land of their birth and origin. In the early period of history two valleys of the Nile was the only portion of Africa open to commerce beyond that very little was known. But the New World" has become so thickly populated that civilization seeks an outlet in worlds yet unconquered and so the great mineral wealth, the wonderful natural resources, the haunts of the savage tubes, are calling the pioneers of every land, to come, feast and become rich upon the products of Africa's virgin supplies. Within the last twenty years public attention has been called to her wonderful resources as never before. Africa must be restored, and as a race and country, renew her ancient prestige. But how shall this be done? We find in the Psalms of David this prophecy: "Primes shall come out of Egypt, Ethiopia shall soon stretch forth nor hand unto God" "This prophecy is a public declaration to the universe that the continent itself shall develop the stalwart characters, who are to bring about this happy condition in this benighted land. We see the developing process being carried on today in the education of the native in the American and European colleges and then returning to his native land where he is devoting his life to the industrializing of the principles of the twentieth century advancement and civilization. From the days of Mineva decline in governmental and intellectual affairs, the tide of progress has swept westward from Egypt to Greece, to Rome, to Boston and to the lands of the Western World. Still sweeping onward, having circumvigated the globe, is returning to a amount haunts bearing on its banner: hope for the restoration of an ancient race. The refining process must be brought about by training the head and heart and hand. In hoping with this restoration and building, Mrs. Sharp is a strong ambition by her work among the native girls of Labertu. Libertu, as we will know, has been from its beginning an effort of humanity in behalf of the black race. This government was founded in 1822 and became independent in 1837. The children of Labertu are very intelligent and learn English rapidly. This they use in their study and work, but as it is believed that it weakens a people to take away their native language, they are encouraged to speak their own tongue. If the Afro Americans only knew their African ancestors instead of regarding themselves as being desecrated from savages or slaves, they would have more self respect and be encouraged to higher efforts. There is an unfortunate phase of this question of race, that is that we do not know enough about our ancestors. Pride of descent has played an important part in the development of all races. Africa is a place where the Kingdom of Heaven and its righteousness must be sought, then will follow such other things as agriculture, commerce and manufactures and the highest form of civilization. Vikra does not loom up in the calculation of the literary world. The productions of her sages and birds were consumed by order of Omar the Arabian Ophip who ordered the vast collection of books and manuscripts to be distributed as fuel among the 5000 bottles of the city of Alexandria, where so vast was the collection that six months chipped before they were consumed. Thus the Alexandrian library was destroyed. Thus we got some idea as to the literary activity during those times before and during the war of the Saracens. It is our firm constitution, based upon the analogy of history, and also fromacular demonstrations in the Pyramids and Sphinx found in the northern part. Western University, QUINDARO, KANSAS Classical, College, Preparatory, Normal, Sub-Normal, Musical (Instrumental and Vocal), including piano, organ and harmony, Drawing (Fine Arts and Mechanical), Carpentry, Printing and Book-Binding, Business Course, Stenography and Typewriting, Tailoring, Dressmaking and Plain Sewing, Cooking, Laundering, Farming and Gardening. of the continent, that Africa in the realm of thought power, labored contemporaneously with Greece and Rome. Historians tell as that 700,000 volumes in book and manuscript form, made up that great treasure of thought. Philosophy of history will not justify the world in minimizing the mental acumen of the Africans, nor undervalue the military exploits of her heroes. For Hannibal organized his forces, transported them over sea, land and sea to a Greek colony, conquered Spain, crossed the Alps, engaged in battle the thundering legions of Rome, and slew 50,000 of them in one of the most decisive battles of the world. The unexpected happenings of South Africa are a constant surprise. When leaving England and going to Cape Town, you and out of the twentieth century cross the dark ages, and come upon modern times. You are at the extremity of the "Dark Continent." He is in Northern Africa, Mosos 4001. You ago learned all the knowledge of the Egyptians, and Joseph was tempted and triumphed. Here tool sent his own son people into a slavery could like unto that of the black miners of America to learn the same lessons of civilization, and perhaps with the same purpose to cross the Red sea, to wander in the wilderness, to family touch the promised land. Here the Son of tool pressed the soil and the land which the soles of his feet pressed and he This is a mighty Godgatha, a place of skulls, on which a race crowned with agony and with thorns was crucified. But to please God, missionaries shall roll away the stone and this dead race shall hear the voice of the son of God and "though dead shall rise again." A few more Ezekiels like McKay, like Livingstone, like Richards, and like Henry McNeil Tunner shall say to the powdered dust of the dead, "Come from the four winds, O breath, and breathe upon the slum that they may live," and in hold there shall be a shaking. The heart of life and love shall heat beneath the title of superstition's death; God will open the graves and from Egypt princes shall come, Ethiopia shall arise from the dust and suddenly stretch forth her hand unto God. VALEDICTORY. And to you the trustees of Western University, we thank you for the provisions which you have made for our education. Words are inadequate to express to you our sincere and profoundest gratitude who have labored so zealously in your provision here for our development. From the time we entered this institution, many have been the hopes and expectations of our president and teachers, daily have we been guided by them; perhaps we did not always understand or appreciate their motives but they have ever tried to guide us right. And now we are about to leave these dear old walls and go out into the busy world. We shall endeavor not to disappoint them in their hopes and expectations. Our aim shall constantly be to carry with us the high purpose and instruction given us, we shall hope to succeed. We have been thoughtful and earnest in our efforts to please our parents, friends and teachers. Dear classmates, we have spent mary pleasant hours together. We have labored together as a class for several years. We have shared each other joys and sorrows in class work. But today marks a turning point in our lives. We shall not be together in class work again. Time decrees that we go out into the world and make our mark. Let us forget not this laws that whatever is just, whatever is human, and whatever is right, will prevail. (Let us be true and follow the instruction that has been given here.) We go to day from our alma mater, full of hop full of courage and full of dauntless determination. Now there remains only to speak the parting word; yet we hostate and a most wish it were not so. Time, which marches steadily onward has brought us to the close; that which we have looked upon with eager desire is now a thing of the past. Certainly existence is made up of joy and sorrows, hopes and fears, smiles and tears, meetings and partings. We are not saving farewell to friends when we fear we shall not meet again our parting word; only the friendly parting of the evening hour the mood will not find us separate. And to friends and classmates do we must say farewell. We shall aim to make the world better, to enable life, to increase happiness to drive out ignorance and superstition whatever we may go to find out that the standard of citizenship may be raised and the principles of our government established forever. We think our parents who have struggled and sacrificed for many years through gloom and sunshine pain and pleasure, that we might enjoy those advantages which culminate in our graduation today. We are not unmindful of the fact that our foundation is just being laid. With the completion of the normal curriculum here we consider that we are just setting sail to start across the great sea of time. We shall miss these dear teachers who for these years have ever been near to advise us. But, always mindful of the most plausible advice, we must make this voyage alone. The price at my Studio is cheap, but the work is of the highest class. Why pay such an enormous price when the same careful work can be secured for ONE-HALF? Stop and see me. NOTICE My application for a permit to sell intoxicating liquor according to law at 921 Kansas avenue, in the Third ward of the city of Topeka, is now on file in the office of the Probate Judge of Shawnee County, Kansas. The hearing of the same is set for Saturday, June 23rd 2006 at 9:00clock a.m. EINWY LEE. says the doctor to many of his lady patients, because he doesn't know of any medicinal treatment that will positively cure wont or ovarian troubles, except the surgeon's knife. That such a medicine exists, however, has been proved by the tenderful cures performed on diseased women, in thousands of cases, by It has saved the lives of thousands of weak, sick women, and has rescued thousands of others from a melancholy lifetime of chronic invalidism. It will cure you, if you will only give it a chance. Sold at every drug store in $1.00 bottles. Try it. Advantages Splendid Location, Heathful Climate, Good Influences and Thorough Teachers. Information For terms, prices and all inducements offered, write to The ladies of the Imperial Art Club gave one of their delightful exceptions Monday evening, June 4, at the palatial residence of Rev. and Mrs. W. K. Blotts in honor of Miss Ura Henderson and Miss Anna Lane. The spacious parlor and library were brilliantly lighted and elaborately decorated with plants, and for a period of about three hours happiness and much reigned supreme. Cupid was there in all his glory, and whisked us sweeper in a charming manner. Mr. Linstet Mack and Miss Benora Lane entertained at the piano. When language fails, loves resort to muse. Delicious refreshments were served, after which Mrs. J W Moore in her usual happy style presented in behalf of the club a concerto taken to Miss Cott Henderson and Mr. Linstet Mack. Each one present was presented with a souvenir bearing the monogram of the club. Bank and blue wear the prevailing colors. All joined in showing good Be Wate You fill We Meet paired to their respects a most enjoyable Those present Mick, Mrs. 100 Ann Laine Mrs. W. In Elliot Little, Mr. and Mrs. Rey and Mrs. W. 100 Mrs. I W. Mozee, Mr. and Mrs. Will Davis Mr. and Mrs. Lunce Miller Mr. and Mrs. George Center Misses Alice and Jesse Drake, Mrs. Kate Lee Miss Benita Lane and Mr. Frank High smith. Rev W P Bute attended the Sunday school convention at Pittsburgh this week Miss Willa Allen in Monday night "CUT IT says the doctor to many of his know of any medicinal treatment evarian troubles, except the surge That such a medicine exists tenderful cures performed on cases, by WINE OF CA Woman It has saved the lives of those has rescued thousands of other chronic invalidism. It will cure you Sold at every drug store in S WRITE US A LETTER freely and frankly, ... mistest confidence, telling us all your troubles. We will send Free Advice (in plain, sealed envelope Address Ladies' Advisory Dept. The Chattanooga Medicine Co., Chattanooga, Tenn. for Toronto and other points north and east. Prof. J. W. Mozee spent Wednesday and Thursday in Kansas City. A delightful outing at Bowdy lake was given Friday, June 1, in honor of Miss Cora Henderson and Mr. Ernest Mack. Mrs. Violet Reynolds deserves much credit for its success. Mr. and Mrs. Richard Goodson entertained a number of their friends at dinner, Sunday, June 3. An institute for colored teachers is in progress at Lincoln school, conducted by Prof. J. W. Mozee. Mr. Richard Goodson left Tuesday for Oklahoma. "Look down, you gods, and on this couple drop a blessed crown." Miss Cory E. Henderson, one of Carrollton's most popular young ladies, and Mr. Dinesel Mack, a prosperous young business man of Fallerton, Neb., were married in marriage at the house of his parents, June 6 at 8 o'clock, the Day W. P. Hattis officiating. Promptly, at the hour designated the organ pealed with the wedding march and the bride came on the arm of the groom entered into which was crowded with expectant guests. The bride was tastefully attired in crown sage with oriental lace. The groom wore the conventional black. After the ceremony their many friends crowded around and extended congratulations to the happy couple. They were the recipients of many handsome and usual presents. Retreshments were served and the guests after wishing them much happiness through life took their departure. They will make their future home in Fullerton, Neb. IT OUT" lady patients, because he doesn't that will positively cure womb or men's knife. however, has been proved by the diseased women, in thousands of ARDUI Ps Relief thousands of weak, sick women, and is from a melancholy lifetime of you, if you will only give it a chance. 1.00 bottles. Try it. GAVE UP SUPPORTER "I wore a supporter for years, for my womb, which had crowded everything down before it, writes Mrs. S. J. Christman, of Munnsville, N. J." "I suffered until mourning and could hardly walk. After taking Cardul I gave up my supporter and can now be on my feet half a day at a time." sity, The Great Educational Institution for Kansas ana the West Departments Theological College, Normal Sub-Normal and State Normal. the Great West. S deathful Climate, Good In- ters. n and all inducements offered, W. M. E. JACKSON, M. D. PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON Office 404 Kansas Ave. L. BISIND. TOPEKA, KANSAS PULL PHONE 1091 MAIN OFFICE HOURS 12 M to 6 P.M. Ind. Phone 909. 12 M to 10 P.M. J. M. JAMISON, M.D., PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON Examining Physician of the Knights and Ladies section. Special Attention to desmeses of women and private devonces. Office and Residence. 327 Madison Street. O. A. TAYLOR. M. D. ICIAN AND SURGEON 931 Kansas Ave Both Phone 774 Calla answered day and night. Real Jense 1715 Van Buren Officer Lee's Drugstore 041 Kau, Ave Office Hours) 6:10 a.m. 24 and 16 p.m. W.W. CALDWELL, M.D., Physician and Surgeon. NEWS OF THE WEEK. Read THE PLAINDEALER. Mr. George Love is still on the sick list. Plenty of good music at Wilson's Summer Garden. Miss Helen McLane left Thursday for Kansas City to visit relatives and friends. When want to show race pride subscribe for THE PLAINDEALER. Messrs. Henry Warfield and Otho Smith of Kansas City spent Sunday in this city. Follow the crowds and you will land at Wakon'e Summer Garden. Miss Ray Thompson left for Kansas City, Mo. Friday to attend the graduating exercises of Lincoln High school. Take the children and spend Friday evening at the Summer Garden. Big Vaudeville show. Miss. Bessie Beatty and children of Oklahoma City are guests of her mother, Mrs. Anderson, on E Sixth street. WANTED-A good barber at once Address, Thomas Gray, Jr., Burlington, Kans. 2w M:2 FOR SALE — Two young horses spring wagon and harness. For particulars call at The Prairie Prairie office. Don't worry us with questions if you don't mean Ausiebe. Mrs. Eva Chilsey, mother of Mrs. Richard Slaughter, has returned to her home in Chicago, after a few months visit with her daughter and son m-law. Mr. and Mrs. Plumb Banks, of Ft. Riley are visiting parents and relatives. Mr. Banks is a member of the Ninth Calvary, having served nineteen years in the army. He has a three months furlough, after which he will return to the Fort. Mrs. Calvin Harris of 1717 Van Buren street, returned last Monday from Paducah, Ky., where she has been visiting relatives and friends for the past three months. She reports an enjoyable time and is anxiously looking forward to her next annual visit. We are in receipt of an invitation to the graduating exercises of Howard University, Washington, D.C. Our friend, James Page was president of the graduating class. We are glad to see more of our young men awakening to a sense of the value of a professional education. Two PLAINDEALER extends its congratulations. From the way Howard University is turning out doctors, lawyers and artists, the country will soon be well supplied within the next few years with bright colored men who are peers of many and equals of all. Howard undoubtedly has a strong and intelligent faculty. --- Convulsion Fits,then Epilepsy. Dr. Miles' Restorative Nervine has been so successful in curing these brain-wrecking diseases that there is every reason to believe that even the most hopeless cases can be benefited, if not fully restored. We will be pleased to refer any one thus amused to many who now enjoy the blessing of health, after years of hopeless suffering. "I hius. I am that did in fever when two years old, followed by the of the woeful type, and he was poisoned, incurable. I spent hither to call for him, without relief. Worst but fifteen years he became good, and two sent him to Long Island and left it for its innine, at or near it. He was then sent to New York, and then came to New York, and died in New York, on July 10, 1891, in my full conition. He had left it in time entirely. He hardly knew of the family; could not even find his bed; was a total work. It had been 5 to 10 lifes in day. We wore it to try Dr. Miles' Narcissus, and to bury first bottle he used, we could not imagine him ever since, and he had but two very light spells since had August, 1003, and then he was not well either way. We pronounce him out, as he can work and go anywhere. If anyone wishes to ask any questions, morning this they are at liberty to do so." E. H. HUNNELL, Lincoln, Ind. Dr. Miles' Nervine is sold by your drugstaff, who will guarantee that the first bottle will benefit. If it fails, he will refund your money. Miles Medical Co., Elkhart, Ind S. S. Hughes was granted a divorce from his wife, Clara Hughes in the district court of Topeka. Monday, June 18, 1906. Rev. Woods returned Friday from Lincoln, Nebraska, where he had been attending the district conference, and reports a very pleasant trip. Miss Will Smith, the circulating manager of THE PLAINDEALER will be in Omaha and Lincoln, Nebr. on or about the 26th. Be prepared to meet her with the right hand of fellowship and your pocketbook. Dr. Rucker, the great, tape worm extractor, is doing a great work at Sixth and Monroe. Call and see him, and "rise, take up your bed and walk." The Knights and Daughters of Tabor have purchased a park in Leavenworth, Kansas, and named it Dixon's park, which will be open July 4th. ATTEND W. S. Bowdry, the hot tomale man, is operating a successful store at Seventh and Kansas avenue. He came here from Texas, and has since proved an energetic young man, bound to get along in the world. Patronize him. Quarterly meeting at St. Mark A. M. E. church Sunday. Love feast Friday night; preaching Sunday at 11 a.m. by P. E. Braxton, at 3 p.m. by Rev. H. H. Williamson of Emporia, Kans. and 7:45 p.m. by P. E. All friends are welcome. C. A. Woods, pastor. Everyone should attend the opening of Dixon's Park on July 4th at Leavenworth, Kans. Chief Grand Mentor, Frank Wilson, and Hon. Nelson Crews. the silver-tongued orator of Kansas City, will be present and give some wholesome advice to the race. NOTICE. In the Probate Court of Shawnee County, Kansas. In the matter of the estate of Andrew Anderson, deceased. All persons interested will take notice that my petition is on file in the office of the Shawnee County Probate Court, asking for authority to sell the following-described real estate, situated in Shawnee County, Kansas, belonging to the estate of Andrew Anderson, deceased, for the purpose of paying the debts of said estate and the expenses of administration, to wit. Lot 470 on Quincy street, lot 500 and 8 feet of 40' Quincy street, 506 Quincy street, city of Topka, Kansas. Said petition is set for hearing Saturday, the 16th day of June, 1906, at 9 o'clock a.m., at which time and place you can make known any objections you may have to the granting of such order sale. Administrator Dated this 2nd day of June, 2006. First published 06. Rising Sun Fire Insurance Co. OF THE INDIAN TERRITORY. OFFICE: 18 West Okmulgee Avenue Muskogee, Indian Territory. CAPITAL, $100,000. A 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 standards that particular business is about all that any THINKING MAN would wish: WE write Insurance against FIRE and LIGHTNING on Houses, Household Goods Office Furniture, Libraries, Merchandise, Live Stock, Farm Implements, Grain, Jugs, Waters, Horses, Saddles and Musical Instruments. R. H. WATERFORD, President. H. N. JOHNSON, Secretary J. E. JOHNSON, Gen Mer. Mgr. Green Watson is receiving good news from the Topeka Giants, who are winning laurels everywhere. Mr. Watson received a telegram from one place commending the Giants for their gentlemanly and manly qualities, [wishing] them to return. The Giants have played several games and have only lost one. They are now en route to Nebraska, Iowa and Illinois. Returns are received each day from their games at the Mc Kinley club. ST. JOHN NCTES. The District Conference and S. S. Convention of the A. M. E. church convened in Junction City Wednesday day morning. It was attended by Prof. R. H. Wade, Mr. R. A. Carson and Rev. J. E. Edwards, of St. John. The class rally for the pastor's salary promises to be an interesting affair. The leaders are stirring up the members, and are meeting with hearty response. The Passion Play as shown by Rev. W. C. Williams on last Monday night was a first class entertainment and was enjoyed greatly by a good audience. The Sunday School of the church will be held in the morning from now on at 9 noon'clock. It is hoped that the attendance will be greatly increased. Services tomorrow at 11 a.m. my Sermon, pastor, subject, "The Light that Reveals Christ." At 8 p.m. the first of a series of sermons on "Women of the Bible." The pastor concluded a series of sermons on "Men of the Bible" last Sabhath evening and will now discuss the character of a number of excellent Bible women during the next few weeks. The funeral of Mrs. Clara C Harden, late of Kansas City was conducted by Rev. J. E. Edwards at Stonestreet and Hamilton's under taking rooms on Tuesday at 2 p.m. Many of the old friends and acquaintances of the deceased were present to sympathize with the bereaved family. Matrimonial Chances. A bachelor of 35 wishes to correspond with a lady of from 25 to 30, with a view to early marriage. Address 110 Campbell street, Iola, Kau WANTED—A young lady 21 years of age, a competent housekeeper, good cook and not afraid of work, desires to correspond with single man or widower with no children, with age from 22 to 32. Object, early marriage. Young men, do not miss an ideal wife. Address Miss C. Iola, Kans. WANTED-A young lady 22 years of age, a competent housekeeper, good cook and not afraid of work desires to correspond with single man or widower with no children, from 25 to 35 years of age, must have means of support, no other need apply. Address Miss M. Jola, Kans. 4J22 EXACTLY FILLS THE PRESCRITION. I would like to sell one-third (1/2) 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. Topcha, Kas. 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'NEILL. Administrator. First Published April 27th, 'c6. Mrs.L.P.Allen HAIR-DRESSING, MANICURING AND BEAUTY PARLOR. 25 E. Sherman Ave., HUTCHINSON, KANSAS. Will go out and answer calle. E. J. GERDON 820 KANSAS AVL. I sharpen Lawn Mowers and repair Gasoline Stoves. Prompt service, good work and satisfaction guaranteed. Give me a triol. Mrs. Esther Dunn is seriously ill at her home, 1436 Quincy street. Mrs. Maggie Lang Washington of Kansas City. Mo., is in the city visiting friends. Miss Henrietta Lave of Emporia is in the city, the guest of Miss Ladie Bradshaw, 1504 Quincy St. Mr. Clarence Olden, who has been attending Fish University at Nashville, Tenn., arrived Tuesday to spend vacation with his father. Messrs. D. W. White and L. Pen nicks of Kansas City, Kans. were guests of Misses Jenee Chiles and Bessie Moss Sunday. Miss Juanita Adams will leave tomorrow for Independence. Kans. where she will reside with her mother for the summer. A carnival company or holding forth on Seventh Street this week. They have several real clever colored performers. It is said that they carried a colored band, but at Lawrence the boys asked for an increase in salary, which was not granted them, and they quit The annual sermon of the Knights and Daughters of Tabor was held at Shiloh Baptist church last Sunday afternoon, when over one hundred Knights and Daughters were in attendance. Rev. Fishback preached the sermon and his remarks were well received. The order in Topeka is growing rapidly and now owns some valuable property. Success to the cause. We are informed that Mr. Frank Moss of Winslow, Ariz. who once owned one of the largest landruses in the city, is recovering from injuries received in a gasoline explosion Mrs. Ida Taylor entertained the Affinity Mandolin club last Wednesday evening at her home one mile north of Garfield Park Those who attended were Mr. and Mrs. F. Hayes, Mr. and Mrs. A. E. Werly, Mr. and Mrs. I DeMoss Mrs. Sarah Martin Mr. Alex De Moss, Misses Mattie and Clara Bradshaw, Lulu and Francis Jermison, Mestrs Wyn. Weatherly, Perchel Jannibow and Beng Spots. The Mission Circle of the Third Missionary Baptist church on Eleventh streets will unveil a painting in connection with the rendition of an excellent program on Tuesday evening, June 26th. The painting is by Robert E. Bell, and is to be the principal feature of the occasion. It is a baptismal subject, representing John baptizing Jesus in the River Jordan. Admission, 10 cents Rev B. J. Bell, Pastor. Mr. and Mrs John Barker are the happy parents of a fine twelve pound baby boy. This is their seventh --- child. The Barkers are now eager to the call of Roosevelt, who is fighting race suicide. The mater is doing well. Grandma and Grandpa John Buckner are to be congratulated upon their fine grandchildren. Dr. W. W. Caldwell is now located at 921 Kansas avenue, where he will be pleased to serve you at any time. Dr Caldwell graduated with the jama class from Washburn college, and is one of the brightest young men that ever left that institution. Troops who engage him will receive best class service. The Twenty-third Regiment band has been re organized with Pich. G. W. Jackson as director. It was pleasure Tuesday night to see Jemany Ferguson and all the "old tanners" together once more, which meant that the bard will be better than ever before. That a band was reached is a question beyond a doubt, as it was impossible to make a period of any kind in this city, owing to the fact that we had no band. And no one can realize this fact more forcibly than the several lodges in the city. It takes money to keep up an organization of this character, and if the people want it, dig down into your pockets and assist the bov. They need money, not talk, and it is your duty to assist them. SHERIFF'S SALE In the District Court of Shawnee County, State of Kansas. W. I Jamison, administrator of the estate of P. Price, deceased, Plaintiff vs The First Cumberland Presbyterian Church, Allen Steele and Marcel Kearn Jones, Defendants. By virtue of an execution order to me, out of said District Court, in the above entitled action, I will on Wednesday, the 25th day of July, A.D. 1906, at 10 o'clock a.m. of said day, at the east front door of the court house in the city of Topeka, in the county of Shawnee, of Kansas, offer at public use and sell to the highest bidder, no cash in hand, all the follow- described real estate, to wit Commencing at north-west county of lot No. 62 on Jackson street, North Topeka, (formerly called Eogent) in first ward thereof, thence south 44 feet, thence east 80 feet, thence north 44 feet, thence west 80 feet to place of beginning lying and situate in the County of Shawnee in the state of Kansas. The above-described real estate is taken as the property of said defendant church, and is directed by actual execution of sale to be sold, and will be sold without appraisement, to satisfy said execution. By J. A. OSTRAND, Detective JOSEPH REED, Attorney First published June 2nd, '08. In toil, he's in the soil. He's been a warning to three. Soil in his bosom safely rests. He's over a surrender to three. Back to toil! the testile Soil. More iron is neither given The firm no the hand can take The blessing, lost the man Return to soul a sensing soil Awake for him retiring The down embrace the earthful soil To you is left the choosing Return to soul There is the soil Like a swal man denies thee. The swal was a power on earth to toil. Can stay the picture from thee The soul! the soul! black man this soul! That wandered long. Return there And in his breast obtain sweet rest Let soul, the soul preserve these WEIR CITY, KANSAS. To the editor of The Plainfield Miss preset me space in the col areas of your paper to speak a few words relative to the doings of World Church V. M. Church Children's day on last Sunday was a school success. The pastor, Rev. R. W. Warren, presided a very able able attendance at the school, which was especially enjoyed by all present. At the check point the Junior Indicator Minn League conducted an excellent program. At the Senior Indicator Minn League also conducted a good program. At the Sunday school we program was excellent and took much credit from the instructors. McHammes, I. S. and Mossie Stewart, Bios. A. Dillard, the superintendent deserves some credit for the very nice work done by the Sunday school class. I. Washington and W. Hampshire and I. Washington The future of the W.M. Church of West City looks very promising. It is a Sunday school and nursery school where we have some very apt children. We blankship our parents class leader is making himself equal to the education. We admire Bettner, Cott and George. People are spelling a few words at them and from Columbus Ivan. We highly compliment Bettner of the W.M. Church for their house and allow them to present the laying out of the committee by those lovely members about Crawford Neb. one of your companies who served on the 20th have some knowledge of a soldier who will be late on the train I think at your hand is a soldier who pleaded his life for the prison born of the American at large and then and to resolve the proper protection matter that they just think back only a few years ago when this country and South were in a brutal struggle the Mexican was advanced to the city and was not most in the call of San Francisco will ought to give up their lives either to see the other touch the ground were shot down and no one to been them considered the coloured sat about stopped toward and still allowed follow me and I will lead you to see they! Then after all this display of houses on the port of the major sol- dars in defense of our country, right that the laws of it stamped to take matters in their own trial to detain of them numbered from the attack of bowling mob. If the time has com- piled a major soldier can't get protect from the hand of commanding oth- ers against mobs and bombings then I can't see what shall become of the major civilians in this country. I appealed to the case in this country to pattern after it troop the truth that this lawlessness is perpetrated. Fours in the true CHETOPA, KANSAS Miss Lay Cooper Miss Jessie Loy of J and Lemon Days came down from Kansas City, Mo. Last Sunday on the excursion from concourse to Muskeg age 11 L R Smith, P D Hassett Post of B Porter, A Q Daly went to Parsons Hunger on an excursion The Mission Cutting of Cottleville companied Violet Powell home the halfway point of the week. Miss N Holmes visited Parsons Sunday Miss Lee I Harper of Wichita, Most Fresh Governance of Household of Kirk, and with the Ruth Saffron Saturday night June 10 She stepped with Mr and Mrs. P D Hassett Mrs. Rose Wendle of Michigan visited here a few days and took her grand daughter home with her. Mrs. Rose Jackson entertained not round from India last week. The wife of Mrs. Wendle is a mountain on the B. Church and Saturday night. The community extend then camping to the Gee for all who know Mrs. Wendle was loved by her. She was a good thief, walking works on the church, or gang and aliquotment on the world and an amable woman. She leaves a husband and father, sisters two children and a host of friends to mount her love. COUNCIL GROVE, KANSAS. Mr. Richard Majors, who, taking stock a nail in his foot causing much pain and will be off from work several days Mrs. George Hathorn, Irvine McGrill, Moe Johnson and Mr. R. Majors, Mr. Emanuel Campbell and Mr. and Mrs. W. H. McGrill were college of Mr. and the W. P. Te. First-in-the-first. Mrs. Nelson Bird, ar, and wife passed through Saturday enroute to Fourmile for a short visit. Mrs. Angry Jones of Dunlap was the guest of Mrs. Penna Walker Sunday. Several of our young men are antic pating going to harvest about the 20th. We are expecting our preceding chil- ren to visit Giltifth, on the 22d and 23d and our pastor, Rev C. V. Morgan, on the 24th. A light shower visited us last Mon- day. We hope to have more soon. KINSLEY, KANSAS The K. H. B. club entertained at the home of Miss Lurie Johnson a number of out of town friends Monday evening. The town was beautifully decorated with Japanese lanterns. Retirements were served at 10 o'clock after which various games were indulged in. At a late hour each one departed homewalt. Mrs Sylvester Martin is spending a few days in Laporte visiting friends. Mrs Lurie Johnson left Wednesday morning for Oklahoma City where she will spend the summer with her sister Mrs. Johnson. Mrs Holly, Mrs Jessie Childs and brother of Lewis, Kim attended Ola Sutth's memoir late. Miss Doline Walker the only colour graduate from the high school this spring, in her outfit "The Progress of a Race" handled her subject with a mystery which surprised and delighted all those who heard her. She presented at the public with a toast which took oop study. She received great up praise. EMPORIA, KANSAS Miss Capitol Rollins of Oldtown is visiting Miss Sole Phillips Miss S. I. Rollins of Oldtown and Mrs. Monroe Miss Audrey Simmons and Mrs. Guests of Mrs. Amelia Phillips Mr. Paul Carson Mr. Lori West Miss Capitol Rollins Miss Miss Watson and Miss Sole Phillips spent Sunday at Mr. Raye Townsend at Dunlap ARKANSAS CITY, KANSS. The Grand Count of Hibernia of her own of the state of Kansas and its pur- sition not have in grand session the 15th Loth and 14th Tuesday morning was a formal open- ing. P.B. Ashleys sitting as master of communications. The address of welcome male half of the count was made by Mrs. Allie Jones in the glow of chapinets that won the abstinence of all present Response was made by Mrs. McIntosh of Atkinson, Kyn. Her remarks were wrote of propriety. The visitors were welcome to the city by W. L. Cummings on behalf of the minister and on behalf of visiting guests by Rev. 10 Davis of Kansas City Kyn. Officers are to follow Mrs. M. B. Jackson of Kansas City, M. A. M. Mrs. B. Hale of Argentine Ion M. A. M. Mrs. S. McCubbin of Jackson Ion 4. 4 Louisiana Mrs. A. Strings of Kansas City Ion 4. 4 Louisiana P. H. Andrews of Arkansas City, Ion 6. 4 W. Mrs. A. Cornell of Kansas City 6. 4 K. Miss. Elizabeth Johnson of Waltham, Ion 6. 4 K. The officers for the ensuing year were controlled to follow. Mrs. I. Hyde, G. M. G. M. Argentina, Miss N. I. Andrews, N. M. V. G. M. Miss Kansas City, Ks. Miss Winnerton City, I. C. Missouri, Wichita. Mrs. N. M. McCulloh, G. C. Tennessee McCulloh Ken O. Davis, G. L. L. Kansas City, Ks. The following were appointed Miss I. Murray, G. L. L. Kansas City, Ks. Mrs. McCulloh G. G. Kansas City, Ks. Miss A. Walker, G. L. V. Kansas City, Ks. Miss M. B. Lake, G. N. A. Leaven worth The next session will be held in Ken sas City, Ken, the second Tuesday in June 1945. The rally at the Baptist church was a financial success. Rev. Gay provided an excellent set mon at Brooks and Rev. Tessan of Dear cell okla in the evening. Mr. John D. Childs of Oklahoma is here in the interest of the college of which he is a member of the faculty. Mrs. Young is on the sick list. Miss. Mary North of Hutchinson is in the city on business. Miss Lothar Bottin and Mrs Mary Colloway Walker attended the grand bake on the Rafter corps at Sohu last week. There was an excellent representation. Miss Gannie Wilson and Georgia Allen returned Saturday from the district conference at Lincoln. They report a grand continuance. Mrs James Bingham departed this late Sunday. She had been in failing health for the past three years. She was a member of the True Pleasant, which order conducted the funeral services. Mrs. Win. Smothers is spending several weeks at her old home in Ohio. The annual session of the Laborian church Sunday at 3. p. m. Rev. Matt. N. Jones of Shiloh Baptist church parached an excellent sermon. The order is doing much charitable work. HILL CITY NOTES Mrs. Mary P. Miller was born May 1820 in Hartford county. Maryland and at the age of twenty was married to Richard Miller. She was the mother of sixteen children two of whom are dead; professed a hope in Christ and joined church at the age of twenty-one; moved to Kansas with her husband in 1885; her husband died in 1890, she departed this life June 13, 1906, at the age of 33 years and 17 days. Her death was a loss to her family but heaven's gain. The remains were buried in the Hill City cemetary. Sayer and Morris have traded their store for shares in the Telephone company. Miss Pearlie Jones is attending the Farmer's Convention in Groves Center. Mr. and Mrs. Scroggins of Edmond spent Sunday in the city. Lawyer Jenuings, of Kansas City, is assisting G. W. Jones in his office. Mrs. G. W. Jones and Miss Byrhe Atkinson are on the sick list. Mr. Howard North was married to Mrs. Hattie Ward of Iola, Kans. at the home of Austen Lewis. The groom, accompanied by Mrs. Rom, met the bride, who was attired in a beautiful cream princess, at the steptot. The marriage vows were taken at no o'clock, Rev. Ross officiating. Mr. and Mrs. North will live on the Lewis farm, four miles from the city. LINCOLN, NEBR. Geo. Dickinson and daughter of Omaha were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. O'Donnell last week. Mrs Frank Williams entertained Mesurs. Johnson of Denver and Porter of Chicago at six o'clock dinner last Thursday. Mr and Mrs. W. W. Mosley entertained Mrs. W. H. Black, Geo. D. Dickinson of Omaha; Rev. J. W. H. Morris of S. Omaha, Miss Cammie Wilson of Atchison, Mrs. James O'Donnel and Mrs. J. T. Wright at dinner last Friday. The District Conference and Sunday School convention of the A.M. E. church convened here June 12, 14. A large number of delegates attended and the business relations of the session were pleasant and interesting. Good speaking, interesting papers and fine singing were features of the meeting. An entertainment was given in Westfield's hall on Wednesday night where large crowd assembled and listened to a program of much interest which was as follows: Piano solo Izetta Colly Recitation Florence Hawkins Solo Minnie Wright Paper Belle Hogan Solo Vera Grant Recitation Cammie Wilson Instrumental solo Ruth Vaudorzee Remarks Rev. J. F. C. Taylor Trio Maude Vannel, Florence The following officers were elected for District Conference Rev. J. W. Braxton, Kansas City, Kans president, Prot. G. A. Gregg, Quindaro, secretary; Rev. A. C. Torrell, Atchison, treasurer. The elected officers of the Sunday School convention were Miss Willa Johnson, Bonner Springs, superintendent, Miss Minnie Wright, Omaha, assistant; Miss Jennie Watts, Fremont, secretary; Miss Isetta Colley, Lincoln, corres. secretary, Miss Cammie Wilson, Atchison, treasurer WINFIELD. Miss Daisy Grinstead returned to her home in Wichita last Wednesday after several days visit with Mrs. J. W. Wood. The Home Mission circle of the Baptist church gave an ice cream social last Tuesday evening. The ladies of the A. M. E. church was successful in raising enough money to paint the church. Rev. S. S. Bandy attended the convention in Wichita last week. PARSONS. J R Chlmith and family, of Symptoms of Tapeworn "A Parasite is life living upon life"--Webster Thousands of people die every year, and the only cause of death is parasites. In Material Medica a parasite is a microbe, a Tape Worm, a Bowel Worm, Pin Worms, or ascardia Symptoms vary with individuals. Cramps in the stomach, pains in the bowels are caused by Tape Worms, Stomach Worms, Bowel Worms. Pains at the base of the brain and above the eyes are caused by Parasites. Bloated condition of the stomach and bowels are symptoms of worms. Pains beneath the heart, palms below the shoulder blades, palpitation and fluttering of the heart are caused most frequently by worms. Swollen ankles, restless and startling dreams are also symptoms of parasite action. Pains across the small of the back and soreness above the hips are symptoms of tape worms. Some tape worms produce a ravenous appetite, while others destroy appetite. An individual can possess a tape worm for four years and have no positive knowledge of it. Tickling sensations in the throat, producing a hacking cough, itching piles and ulcerated piles are produced by pin worms and ascarades. Dexema is caused by microbes. A coated tongue and a foul breath is caused by decayed matter in the stomach and bowels, from which the heat of the body generates parasites. Restlessness at night, frightful dis- ment, bloated stomach, at times, flushed tite, licking of the nose during the day as a breaking out around the lips and foul never failed to remove all kinds of worms or inconvenience. Sold only at the BIG and Monroe street, by the manufacture hours or money refunded. RUCKER'S KORAK WONDER has and Bladder Trouble and Chronic Constipation. As a LIVER REGULATOR and a b equal. Price, 50 cents per package, 3 RUCKER'S KORAK OIL stops all attracted Muscles, cures Sore Throat, Colds and Bunions. Price, 50 cents per performance at the big Tent Theater, Restlessness at night, frightful dreams, gritting of teeth, peevish temperament, bloated stomach, at times, flushed cheeks occasionally, periural appetite, licking of the nose during the day and swollen eye, cheeks and occasionally a breaking out around the lips and foul breath. Rucker's Korak Wonder has never failed to remove all kinds of worms from man, woman and child without pain or inconvenience. Sold only at the BIG TENT THEATER, corner Sixth avenue and Monroe street, by the manufacturer. It is sold under a guarantee of 12 hours or money refunded. RUCKER'S KORAK WONDER has never failed to Cure Dyspepsia, Bowel and Bladder Trouble and Chronic Constipation and Remove Blotches and Pamples. As a LIVER REGULATOR and a PURIFIER OF THE BLOOD, it has no equal. Price, 50 cents per package, 3 for $1,00. $20. RUCK and Bladder As a equal. PR RUCK traced M RUCKER'S KORAK OIL stops all pain, loosens up Drawn Cords and Contracted Muscles, cures Sore Throat, Cholora Morbus and Dysentery, removes Corns and Bunlons. Price, 50 cents per bottle, six for $250. Sold only at each performance at the big Tent Theater, corner 6th Ave and Monroe St. PUBLICATION NOTICE. No. 23907. In the District Court of Shawnee County, Kansas. Ava Jeltz, Plaintiff The said defendant, Arthur C. Jeltz, 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. Ava Jeltz filed, on or before the 30th day of July 1906 or said plaintiff's petition will be taken as true and judgment rendered against him, according to the prayer of plaintiff's petition. A. M. THOMAS, Atty' for plaintiff. First published June 15th, '66. MKT "SOUTHWEST." In the District Court of Shawnee County, State of Kansas. Adam Kaberline, Plaintiff, 2824 State Street 31-4-13. Chicago, Ill. When in Wichita Stop at the Oak Leaf Hotel MRS --- Wichita, visited friends in this city Sunday and Monday. Joe Curry and Steve Hill were among the Sunday excursion late from Vinita, I. T. The annual sermon of the Taborian order was preached by Rev. D. D. Payne at the A. M. K. church Sunday. Miss Nellie Glass has returned from Leavenworth. Miss Ethel Walker is visiting relatives in the Lone Star state. Mr. and Mrs. Tom Holland of Thayer were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Boyd Sunday. The grand July barbecue will be held in Forest Park. Mrs. Lizzie Robinson of St. Louis, Mo. is visiting her father, D. A. Williams. Earl Bradshaw entertained Tuesday evening at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. A. H. Morton on East Washington avenue. ANDLESS From St. Louis and Kansas City to all points Southwest via M.K. & T R'y June 15th and 19th. Tickets good 30 days returning with stopovers in both directions. To Dallas, Port Worth, Waco, Houston, Galveston, San Antonio, Corpus Christi, Brownsville, Laredo and intermediate points $20 To Elpaso and intermediate points. $26.50 To Kansas, Indian Territory, Oklahoma and northern Texas points, one fire plus #2, but no rate higher than $20 Correspondingly low rates from all points: From Chicago, #25; from St. Paul, #3750; from Omaha and Council Bluffs, #22.50. Write for particular. W. S. ST. GEORGE, General Passenger and Agent ST, LOVIS, MO. BOLEY Indian Territory A progressive town. All eyes are upon the Indian Territory. More money is going to be made in the Indian Territory in the next few years than in any section of the country. In no section of the country has the Negro risen with such rapidity to financial immence. BOLEY The exclusive Negro town of the territory, offers exctdional oppor as to location and general resources to Negro farmers, orchardists, stock rairess and inventors. The adaptability of the soil to growing all kinds of grain, fruits and truck would make a mill and elevator, also a canning factory paying investments. For further information address. The Boley Business Mens' Club Boley, Indian Territory City Hotel and CAFE Nervides first-class—Four doors from postoffice—Good, Clean, REDS Buse to and from gall trains A. W. BLANTYRE, HILL, CITY, KANSAS Fast Kide Katy Railroad DFNMS HICKS, Prop Old friends all expected—New friends all all invited. SYMPTOMS IN CHILDREN. t, frightful dreams, gritting of teeth, peevish tempera- times, flushed cheeks occasionally, periodical appe- during the day and swollen eye, cheeks and occasionally the hips and foul breath. Rucker's Koral Wonder has kinds of worms from man, woman and child without pain only at the BIG TENT THEATER, corner Sixth avenue the manufacturer. It is sold under a guarantee of 12. WONDER has never failed to Cure Dyspepsia, Bowel Chronic Constipation and Remove Blotches and Pimples. LATOR and a PURIFIER OF THE BLOOD, it has no per package, 3 for $100. OIL stops all pain, loosens up Drawn Cords and Cons- Sore Throat, Cholora Morbus and Dysentery, removes ice, 50 cents per bottle, six for $250. Sold only at each Tent Theater, corner 6th Ave and Monroe St. NOTICE. LAS VEGAS, N. M. SALID. Art of Shawnee Intiff, John Ackerman, Defendant. Execution issued Strict Court, in ion, I will, on day of July, YUDY THE ORIGINAL SCHOOL. Institute by united pupils to everyone informed by courteous instructors. will be competent instructors. to a Preparatory Institution. Will be competent instructors. to a Preparatory Institution. Will be competent instructors. to a Preparatory Institution. Joseph Bollock and John Ackerman. Defendant. By virtue of an execution issued to me out of said District Court, in the above-entitled action, I will, on Wednesday, the 15th day of July, A. D. 1906, at 10 o'clock, a.m. of said day, at the east front door of the Court House in the City of Topeka, in the County of Shawnee, in the State of Kansas, offer at public sale, and sell to the highest and best bidder, for cash in hand, all the following-described real estate, to wit: Lot 97 and the west half of Lot 99, on North Sardou avenue, in addition A. to Garden Place, in North Topeka, lying and situate in the county of Shawnee, in the State of Kansas... The above-described real estate is taken as the property of said defendants, and is directed by said execution to be sold, and will be sold without appraisement, to satisfy said execution. A. T. LUCAS, Sheriff of Shawnee County, Kansas. By J. A. Ostrand, Deputy W. S. McClintock, Attorney. First Pub. June 15th 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, Victoria Hotel. Victoria Hotel. 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. Propo --- 31-4-1.5. 343 N. Main Street. Mrs. Jennie Harris, her daughter, Mrs. B. Euper, and son, of Denver, Colo. are in the city and will reside permanently. Miss Lena Patterson was on the sick last last week, and also Mrs. J. H. Smith. Rev. Jefferson Davis of Trinidad, Colo. preached at the A. M. E. church last Sunday and Monday evenings. Miss Laura Butler and sister, Mrs. E. Houston and children left Thursday for Colorado Springs to visit friends. Edna May Jefferson departed last week for week for L. Junta to visit her grandma, Mrs. L. V. Green. Mrs. Lacey, who has been sick for the past two weeks in out again. P Mme. De Vaul Vincent's School of high-class tailoring Tutition reasonable. Write for information. 1248 Wulnut St. KANSAS CITY, MO "O Western U!" The Western University Glew Song-Just out. Words composed by Prof. Albert Rorm, 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, Quindaro Kas. FEELING LIVER-ISH This Morning? TAKE THEDFORDS Black-Draught Stops Indigestion-Constipation 25¢ A Gentle Laxative And Appetizer The Mt. Zion Baptist S. S. Convention convened June 8, 9 and 10, with the Second Baptist N. S. of Platteburg, Mo., and it was a great meeting. Proclamation Prest. E. H. Ridge, of Cameron, Mo., called the convention to order promptly at no'clock Friday a.m. The welcome address was read by Miss Flora Young and responded to by Miss Edna Clark, of Lathrop, Mo. The annual sermon was delivered by Rev. G. W. Wright, of Chillicothe, Mo. Pursuant to Section 1, Article 8 of Grand Court Constitution Page 12 which requires the Grand Court of I. O. O. C. to meet the same time and place as the Grand Lodge of Knights of Pythias, and whereas, the Grand Chancellor, J. E. Lewis has issued his Proclamation convening the Grand Lodge of Knights of Pythias on the 24th day of July, 1906 at 10 o'clock a.m. Prof F. H. Ridge was reelected president for the seventh year, and also all of his subordination were reelected The convention was a success, financially and spiritually. The financial committee reported $204.97, as having been taken at this session. Therefore, I, Maggie E. Matley, Grand Worthy Council of the order of Calanthe, Jurisdiction of Kansas, do hereby proclaim that the Grand Court I. O. O. C. of Calanthe, shall convene in the temple chamber of Bright Eagle Court No. 62 and Anthesite Court No. 79, Kansas City, Kas., on July 24th at 10 p.m., in their 12th annual session for the transaction of such business shall legally come before us. The S. S. Marr Meeting was a success, there being much of Missour's best literary talent displayed. The convention closed June 10, to meet Friday before the 2nd Lord's day in June, 1907, with the Second Baptist S. S. of Liberty, Mo. All officers, members and visitors expecting to attend this session should communicate with Sir J. W. Moss, 407 Walker Avenue, Kansas City, Kas., or Sister L. A. Wilson, 13th North Water St., Kansas City, Kas. The Supreme W. C., Supreme Court Officers and members in good standing of sister jurisdictions are invited to honor us with their presence. The citizens of Plattsburg, sure know how to entertain, and any gathering having its meeting there can rest assured of good shelter, good food and a luxurious resting place. It was with reluctance we adjourned, probably to never meet the same God-fearing people again. All subordinate Courts under this jurisdiction shall pay all of their indebtedness to the Grand Court. Per capita tax 25c, endowment tax Supreme temple tax; 10c, must be paid on or before July 15th as no Court will be allowed to be represented in the Grand Court, which is not paid up in full and complied with all laws, rules, decisions and mandates of the Grand Court. POINTS OF THE PILES BURNED. Remarkable Case of Spontaneous Ignition Recently Noted. A remarkable case of spontaneous ignition that recently occurred in erecting the wails of the new Rotterdam quay is related by the Technische Dundschau. Rains had been in use there for some time, which by 180 or 200 strokes per minute caused or steady advance of the piles. The foundation was such that the pillars had to be driven through the quicksand down to the solid ground. All deputies are requested to forward to this office their commission with a full report of their work accomplished in their district not later than July 15th. All past Councellors and members of the Grand Court must pay in their 25cts fees in order to maintain their membership in the Grand Court. The G. C. will assemble in point of session with the K. of P. at 10 o'clock a.m. to take a part in the opening informal. Each will be allowed one representative, past or present W. C. Let all our deliberations be guided by the Supreme Ruler, and in the bonds of F. H. and L. Done this 5th day of June, 1906, under the seal of this Grand Court, Order of Calanthe Jurisdiction of Kansas. On withdrawing some pliers, the points of the latter were found, owing to the enormous friction, to have been charred entirely and heated to such a point as to begin burning spontaneously on coming in contact with the air; nor could iron shoes prevent this spontaneous ignition. When leaving the piles in the ground this ignition would not result in any damage, the charring remaining confined to the surface, and the heat being rapidly carried away in the moist surroundings. --- THE PLAINDEALER Is Considered a Household Necessity in 60,000 of the Best Homes in Kansas! The Paper Growing Better While the Price Remains the Same The Musicale of Thursday night, June 14, and the Junior exercise of the night following, both excellent in character and reflecting credit upon the trainers and the trained, were followed on Sunday, 4 p.m., by the Baccalaureate sermon, preached by the Right Rev. Bishop Abram Grant, of the Fifth Episcopal District of the A. M. B Church. Bishop Grant is well on three continents as a man of that sterling worth and character that give additional force to the words of wisdom which fall from his lips. Taking his text as follows, Gospel of St. Matthew 25:24, "For unto every one that hath shall be given, and he shall have abundance, but from him that hath not shall be taken away even that which he hath," the Bishop delivered a message so strong, practical, logical, yet clothed in the simplicity of statement indicative of the cultured mind, that it became a source of inspiration to each one of his hearers, and it is safe to predict that the Senior class of '06, for whom the message was specially prepared, will always remember some of the valuable lessons and apt illustrations that adorned those lessons. The Rev. R. J. Fisher of Chicago, was to have addressed the religious bodies at 7:30 p.m., but, having been unavoidably detained, the Rev. R. Farley Fusier, of Zion A. M. K. church, this city, humorously saying, "If one Fisher cannot another one will, and thus sustain the reputation of the Fisher family," very kindly volunteered to preach the required sermon in the absence of the gentleman from Chicago. He took as his theme, "The Building of Character," illustrated by the making of the pillars of Solomon's temple.—I Kings, 7:21, 23—"And he set up the pillars in the porch of the temple, and he set up the right pillar and called the name there of Jacob, and he set up the left pillar and called the name there of Boaz. And upon the top of the pillars was lilywork; so was the work of the pillars finished." The discourse was a master piece of matter, form and expression, and received the close attention of the audience. The religious bodies, consisting of the v. m. a. and v. w. a. were fully represented, marching in a body. The Fort Scott District Confer-ence met last week in St. Paul A. M. r. church, Ploha, Kansas, Rev. J. R. Rinson presiding. The reports were better than any previous year, and every department of the church seems on the rest of the wave of prosperity. Papers touching every point of the work of the church were read. The productions, without a single exception, were most excellent. The presence of Bishop Grant, Tuesday, was indeed an inspiration and his address on Christian Education was a masterpiece. At night he preached, as he always does, a most powerful sermon, under the influence of which ten persons were added to the church. The annual sermon, by Rev J. H. Ramson, was highly entertaining and instructive; and in this connection I would say that he is universally loved by the ministers over whom he presides. Among the visitors who contributed to the success of the meeting were Dr Geo. A. Griffith, of the Topeka district, Dr. J. D. Barkdale, of the St. Louis district, Dr. A. H. Brooks of the Wichita district, and Prof H. Keeling, Secretary of Education and editor of the A M. E. Church Review. The paper by the Dist. Supt. of the Sunday School, "On Character Building," is worthy of special mention. Miss E. J. Porter was unanimously reelected. No. District Conference in the West represents more intelligence, wealth, spiritual zeal and loyalty to the cause of Methodism than does the Fort Scott District, and under the wise, conservative leader ship of Rev J. R. Ransom, no man are doing more for the uplift of the race in church or state. The people of Paola, including Rev. J. J. Pleasant and his attunable wife, spared no pains to make our stay most pleasant and home like. Dol, June 5th, a few miles south of Lort, the 15 year old daughter of Mr. Ranty Davis and wife A. Mack and Rev. W. Drake, of Kansas City, Kansas, gave a grand moving picture entertainment on evening of June 7th, at the Baptist church. The attendance was also musically entertained by a large talking machine. Miss Anne M. Britt left on the 7th for Quindaro, Kansas, to attend the exercise at the Western University. The members of the Lafayette Co. Colored Fair Association met in joint meeting June 6th with most excellent business results. Mrs. James Henderson and her daughter, Miss Lena Collier, visited relatives and friends in Johnson county on Sunday, the 10th. Mrs. Susan Ewell, of Sedalia, Mon, was visiting here last week. CENTRALIA, KAS. We had a fine rain here the 7th. Miss Callie Baird, who has been teaching school in Anadarka. Okla. returned home last week. P. Montgomery and daughter, of Frankfort, Kars., visited Mrs. Jno. Johnson, his daughter, over Sunday. Mrs. Lamestna will remain for a few days. Mr Allan Moran, of Frankfort, Kansas, passed through Sunday, on his way to Colorado Springs, for his health. We wish him a speedy recovery. Ben Tillery, wife, son Eddie and daughter Florence, visited in Centraba Sunday, among their friends. Miss Florence will remain a few days and visit Mrs. Jno. Johncz. Miss Hattie Neeley has been visiting her brother Edgar, the past week. Miss Calle and Brownlee Baird will attend the institute in Sevea, next month. Mrs. Irene Arnold is on the sick list this week. Mrs. Ellingham, of Hawatha, is visiting her daughter, Mrs. Bercon Calvin. The Inbs of the First Baptist church will give a supper Saturday night, for the benefit of the church. Masters Rolland Whitesider, of Nettle, and Regina Clark, of St Jee, were visiting here on Sunday. The Sunday School of the First Baptist church held their annual Children's Day services at 11 a.m. last Sunday, and the children did quite well. The house was beautifully decorated with flowers and a liberal collection was taken. POTTER, KA The farmers in this lo ality are preparing for a fine wheat harvest. Mrs Robert Curr from Atchies is writing her letter in the Mau. Mary Potter this week. Charles Ingram and the Icsey Bros. C. J. Fyton, we oureture let the right to better Linge in farming. Mrs. Sarah Leng of Omaha is renting for the C.J. Ferguson Miss Grace Ingram and Luofa Buchanan returned from the Effingham high school last week. Mount Zion Baptist church has decided to sell the church property near the Mo. Pacific R. R. and rebuild in the center of the District. Fruit has proved a failure in the locality on account of late frosts. Sanditon is the man who has your interest at heart. Pay a little down and the rest on the installment plan and wear your goods while they are in season. 110 E. Sixth street. INTERNATIONAL ORDER OF TWELVE. Knights and Daughters of Tabor Fourteenth Annual Session of the Temple and Tabernacle for Kansas Jurisdiction will convene in Cabrion Hall, in the city of Wichita of Kansas, Tuesday, July 10th, at 10 90 o'clock a.m., and continue in session the 10th, 11th, 12th. Primary Session—The board of Duranta is requested to meet afternoon, July 10th representatives—Temples are repre sent to send their C M or V. M their traveling expenses and board. Tabernacles are requested to their H. P. or V. P. and pay their expenses and board. Palas their P. P. or V. P. and pay their expenses and board. Tents are their Q. M. or V Q. M. and their traveling expenses and board. Dues Notice—All Temples, Tab- Palatiums and Tents must be represented, as the law is positive on this Dues—Grand Dues for each 43 cents. Grand dues for each 33 cents. Each member of a tents, and each member of a Pal- 15 cents, which must be paid in the Grand Session or the repre- sive cannot vote or be elected to in the Grand Temple and Tab- ment Receipts—Nail or bring that you have received from the Environment Secretary since the last Session to this Grand Session, as institution, page 109, article 24, and in the hands of the Commu- tion. Returns—Annual returns will to each Temple, Laborcule, Palatine and lent in May which bring you to the Grand Session. Any Tubercule, Palatine or lent to receive blanks by the 11th of will immediately send to the C. the C. G. M and they will be sare Time-As our work is done by members, we want all delegates repre some one of the Committees of opening Sermon-The Annual Sermon preached by Rev. Sir C. G. Lish G. O. Wednesday night, July all members must be present in regal. Services—The General Law the Third Sunday in June for the Sermon to be preached. In all where there is more than two or three numbers, they must meet and arrangements to have the sermon present at the same hour. In no im- sure will this order or law be changed. The sermon is not preached on the Third Sunday in June it cannot be prepared on any other Sunday. With my hand with the official seal of Grand Temple and Labernacle. FRANK WILSON, C. F. M. A. W. Hopkins, C. G. S. Dakota St. Leavenworth, Kan The Peoples' Cafe PENMAN & WILSON, PROPRIETORS. A deal place to get a nice short order. Everything is and our special Sunday unsurpassed. Give us WEST FIFTH STREET First Class Furnished Rooms with or without Board. For further information call on HARRIS, 360 ALLEN AVE Memphis, Tenn. J. W. Voohie's also carry a fine line of GROCERIES and TEATS. Give me a share of your trade KANSAS CITY, KANSAS BOWS PHONE AND WEST WELL IN MUSKOGEE, I T.. STOP AT --- MARTIN'S HOTEL and CAFE is one of the nicest cleanest Cafes in the city. Everything up-to-date and served in style. Clean Beds a Specialty. L. W. H. Martin, Proprietor TOURT STREET. PAOLA ITEMS. Miss Viola Allen was over from Osawatomie Friday, the guest of Miss Dausey Peak. Miss Cliva and Alma Taylor are visiting in Hillsdale this week. Miss Daisy Peak leaves today for Ottawa to attend the Chautauqua assembly. Aunt Margaret Lee is no better. Rev. Darden of Fidorado will preach in the Second Baptist Church Monday night. Miss Eva Howard has gone to Kansas City to spend the summer. OSWEGO Rev. Lewis Parks, departed this life June 15 at the residence of his daughter, Mrs. C. M. Brooks. He leaves a wife, a daughter, two sons, many relatives and friends to mourn his demise. Rev. A. M. Ward, of Kansas City, Kans. conducted the funeral services as Rev. Kansom could not be present. Mrs. I., Alexander of Pittsburg visited relatives and friends last week. Several of the citizens of Oswego visited Parsons last week attending the District Sunday school convention Mrs Jackson of Ft. Worth, Texas is visiting in Oswego. Rev. Fairfax preached for Second Baptist church Sunday. We are still without a pastor. Mrs Cassie Easter, Fred Parks and Marie Lincoln are on the sick list. Mrs. Sarah Williams is visiting in Joplin, Mrs. L. Cherry is visiting relatives and friends. To the Editor. Please allow us a short space in your noted paper to speak of Brother Hart, your great preacher. Dr. Hart came to our city in April and preached eleven days and the impression he made on our peo- PUBLICATION NOTICE. (First Published in The Topocha Plain- lander, June 15, 1909.) To Adolph Bailey, alas Adolph Gogall; Mr. Behan and Mr. Behan whose Christian names are unknown and who are brothers of Hattie Roberts nee Hattie Behan deceased. Behan and Behan and Behan, whose Christian names are unknown, and who are sisters of the said Hattie Roberts nee Hattie Behan deceased; and the unknown heirs and devices and the unknown executors, administrators and trustees of the aforesaid Adolph Bailey, alas Adolph Gogall, and of the aforesaid brothers and sisters of said Hattie the several persons who would under the laws of the State of Kansas, have been heirs at law of the said Hattie Roberts, nee Hattie Behan, deceased, had she been at the time of her death a female and whose real names are unknown, defensants in error. You and each of you are hereby notified that W. A. Roberts, plaintiff in error did on the 9th day of June, A. D. 1906, lie in the office of the Chick of the Supreme Court of the State of Kansas, a petition in error and case made, the object of which is to obtain the reversal of a certain judgment rendered by the District Court setting within and for the County of Shawnee, in the State of Kansas, in an action pending before said court wherein the said W. A. Roberts was plaintiff and the said defendants in error were defendants. W F NICHOL, JRF MOVOR, and L P. HORNKISS, Attorneys for plaintiff in error. Attest D W. VAITATIVE, Clerk Supreme Court PUBLICATION NOTICE. (Just Published in The Topela Plains dealer, June 15, 1900.) To The Iowa, Mortgage Company, Mo. 16 The Iowa Mortgage Company, Mr. Wilson, husband of M. G. Wilson; Domina Robidoux and Robidoux, his wife, and John Doe, defendants in error You and each of you are hereby notified that Peter Robidoux, plaintiff in error, did on the 24th day of March, 1908, file in the office of the Clerk of the Supreme Court, of the State of Kansas, a petition in error and case-made, the object of which is to obtain the reversal of a certain judgment rendered by the District Court of Sherman County, Kansas, in an action pending before said Court wherein one Asher B. Wilson was plaintiff and this plaintiff in error and others, including the above named parties to whom this notice is directed, were defenants. MONROE & SCHOON, and L. P. HOROWKIES, Attorneys for Plaintiff in Error. Attest D. A VARWIVINE. ple will never grow cold. He aroused the sinners and ungodly as never before and the work has not stopped for nearly each week, some one is added to the church. We believe Brother Hart is a true earnest and strong Christian gentle man. May he get stronger in Christ and live on and on until his journey is ended. We welcome him back to our city again. You're for Christ. NANNIE ECHOLS. A. SIMS' POOL AND BILLIARD PARLORS Headquarters for all who wish a nice time. When Hutchinson call on him. 306 SOUTH MAIN STREET. Some Memphis CALL AT THE— Palace Bar F. W. Mels FOR ANY HAIR CUT, SHAMPOO, SE AND MA —First-class Wor 359 C Carnow St. J. W. Gatli Brick contr Memphis Business Firms Place Barber Shop F. W. Melson, Prop. FOR ANY STYLE SHAMPOO, SEA FOAM, TONIC, SHAVE AND MASSAGE. First-class Work Guaranteed— N St. CORNER DESOTO ST. E. Gatlin contractor F. W. Melson, Prop. FOR ANY STYLE HAIR CUT, SHAMPOO, SEA FOAM, TONIC, SHAVE AND MASSAGE. J. W. Gatlin Brick contractor Tile and Mantel Work a Specialty. Estimates Cheerfully Furnished. 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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. Store No. 3 Gayo3 Straet at Bridge Store No. 4 694 S. Main See the North Memphis TAILORING@ PRESSING CLVB See the North Memphis TAILORING@ PRESSING CLVB for your Spring and Summer SUITS. Guaranteed to fit and give satisfaction. I clean, dye, repair and press clothes and make them look as good as new. Give me a call before going elsewhere. 574 JOHNSON AVE Both 'Phoner 1483 Rev.J.H.Richardson House Mover and Builder All work guoranteed. Prompt attention given to all out of town work. Res. Itihian Ave., South. Fort Pickering. Memphis 'Thuan 937 MEMPHIS TENN HILL & CO., monumental works Office, ZION HALL, 445 Beale Street - New Phone 644 Works, ZION CEMETERY. New Phone 640. 1962 PRESTON AVENUE. MEMPHIS, TENN. S. 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HILL, Prop., MEMPHIS TN SENE 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 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. Headquarters: 413 Kausas avenue, Topeka, Kansas. CHITCHUCK 100 M. Issues policies for We issue policies for $100, $150 and This is the only Colo Company in t Every intelligent Negro snou good, live, hustling agents in eve Liberal terms to the right persons. The Knights and I Col. James Beck, Nat'l Pres. James M. Mason, Nat'l Vice Pres. J. H CH Headquarters: 413 Kausas ave NORTH TOPEKA. Macedonia Tabernacle is progressing nicely. Pride of Topeka Teut No. 36 is progressing spiritually and financially. Mrs. D. F. Easley of Kansas City is the guest of Mrs. Ida M. Jordan. Rev. Sir Frank Wilson, C. G. M. and Daughter Emma Gaines, C. J. G. P. visited the Macedonia Tabernacle last week. The Knights of Tabor and Daughters had their annual sermon Sunday at the Shiloh church Robt. Jordan is on the sick list. The Pride of Topeka Tent had their installation June 5, at their hall. PROGRESS IN HODGEMAN COUNTY. Jetmore, Kas. 6.18.06. EDITOR THE PLAIN DEALER:—As it has been some time since us Hodgemanites have been heard from. I thought perhaps your readers would not object to our saying a word. We will say, Mr. Elitor, we are more interested in your paper out here than it seems. We gladly receive The Plaindealer every week and devour its contents. We will send you some money shortly, to renew our subscription. With your permission I will act as your agent and correspondent from this locality. Your paper is very much appreciated here, and always will be as long as it stands for the race and what is right. You have made some good, strong talk for the rice's own good morals. Your talk last week along the lines of classification is O K. Negroes have got to learn how to classify themselves more, both male and female. We must begin to pick our associates more closely if we wish to prosper and command respect. The Missionary Baptist Church in our county had a very successful revival this spring, conducted by Rev Lee, pastor, assisted by Rev Garnett, of Arkansas City, when sixteen members were added to the church. We had a nice, large crowd out to the Luptizing, which was performed the first Sunday in this month. Quite a nice, large number of friends from Dodge City—Miss Carrie Burney, and Myrtle Scott, Mennon John North, Arthur and William Stunders. Our white citizens turned out in large numbers and seemed to have been very much impressed with the services as they behaved just elegantly and contributed financially liberally. Last Sunday being Children's Day and Roy, Lee's first anniversary, the Church made it a basket meeting. There was an elaborate dinner prepared by the ladies, and the only fault to be found was, in spite of the large crowd out there were not enough people to devour the dinner prepared. As we now expect to get a church building built this summer you may expect to hear of great doings in the short grass region yet. We expect Mr. Chas. Bradshaw, of Topeka, here today, to establish a lodge of the Knights and Ladies of the Orient. Miss Lelia B. Moore, one of our county teachers, left on the high Are You INSURED? of Protection A NATIONAL FRATERNAL INSURANCE SOCIETY Incorporated Under the Laws of Kansas, lices for $350, $500 and $1000. 150 and $200 for children aged from 6 to 20, My Colored Fraternal Insurance pay in the United States. No should carry some Insurance. We want in every town. Write at once for terms. persons. and Ladies of Protection. P. C. Thomas, Nat'l Supt. J. G. Groves, Nat'l Treas for an extended visit in the East. She expects to be present at the Commencement exercises at Lincoln University, witnessing the gradation of a cousin, Miss Ethel Gross, of St. Joe, Mo. We have two colored pupils attending the County Normal, who are preparing for teaching, Miss Cora Bradshaw and Miss Nettie Jones, both graduates of the county common schools. Extending you our very best wishes for long life and success for you and the PLAIN DEALER. Yours sincerely, WILLIAM H. STAMPS. YALE NOTES. Mrs Yarbough has returned home from Pittsburg, Kansas. Mrs. Flora White returned home sick, Wednesday night. The A. M. E. Church had a grand Children's Day in the afternoon; money raised, $5,76. Miss Mattie Beasley has returned home from a long visit in Weir City. Mrs. Lewis visited in Weir City on Monday. Rev. Jones is carrying on a few days meeting at the Baptist church. Sidney Gilmore returned home Tuesday night from S. McAlister, where he has been visiting his brother. Henry Gallaway has come home to stay. All the inmers are very glad that the whistle will blow Friday evening for work on Saturday morning. Mr. M. W. Whitehead and Mrs. Hudson were in Pittsburg Wednesday, shopping. Mr. Smith, three sisters and two of her friends visited Mr. Gray and wife, of Gil Kansas, on Wednesday. Thomas Mundock is recovering nicely from the small pox. Mr. Williams and Mimn Estella Cain were delegates to the Sunday School Convention in Parsons, last week. Rev Banks attended the District Convention, returning Friday and reporting a good time.