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THE TUPERA PLAINDEALER Kansas Republicans Should Join Ohio in Demanding That the South's Representation in Congress Be Reduced Ray Stannard Baker Tells of the Negro's Struggle for Survival-Color and Sharp Competition in the North Hinders the Negro in the Fight for Bread. VOLUME X. Kansas Republicans FOLLOWING THE Ray Stannard Baker Tells for Survival-Color and in the North Hin the Fight One of the questions I asked of Negroes both North and South was this: "What is your chief cause of complaint?" In the South the first answers nearly always referred to the Jim Crow cars or the Jim Crow railroad stations; after that, the complaint was of political disfranchisement, the difficulty of getting justice in the courts, the lack of good school facilities, and in some localities, of the danger of actual physical violence. But in the North the first answer inveriably referred to working conditions. "The Negro isn't given a fair opportunity to get employment. He is discriminated against because he is colored." Prof, Kelley Miller, one of the acutest of Negro writers has said: "The Negro (in the North) is compelled to loiter around the edges of industry." Southern white men are fond of meeting Northern criticism of Southern treatment of the Negro with the response: "But the North closes the doors of industrial opportunity to the Negro." And yet in spite of this complaint of conditions in the North, one who looks Southward can almost see the army of Negroes gathering from out of the cities, villages and farms, bringing nothing with them but a buoyant hope in a distant freedom, but tramping always Northward. And they come not alone from the old South, but from the West Indies, where colored population looks wistfully toward the heralded opportunities of America. A few are even coming from South Africa and South America. In New York, Boston and Philadelphia, thousands of such foreign Negroes know nothing of American traditions; some of them do not even speak the English language. And why do they come if their difficulties are so great? Is it true that there is no chance for them in industry? Are they better or worse off in the North than in the South? In the first place as I showed last month, in most of the smaller Northern cities where the Negro population is not increasing rapidly, discrimination is hardly noticeable. Negroes enter the trades, find places in the shops, or even follow competitive business callings and still maintain friendly relationships with tho white people. But the small towns are not typical of the new race conditions in the North; the situation in the greater centers of population where Negro immigration is increasing largely, is decidedly different. As I traveled in the North, I heard many stories of the difficult ties which the colored man had to meet in geetting employment. Of course, as a Negro said to me, "there are always places for the TOPEKA, KANSAS, FRIDAY MORNING, MARCH 13, 1908. Historic Society Stuccy Stones colored man at the bottom." He can always get work at unskilled manual labor, or personal or domestic service—in other words, at menial employment. He has had that in plenty in the South. But what he seeks as he becomes educated is an opportunity for better grades of employment. He wants to rise. It is not, then, his complaint that he cannot get work in the North, but that he is limited in his opportunities to rise, to get positions which his capabilities (if it were not for his color) would entitle him to. He is looking for a place where he will be judged at his worth as a man, not as a Negro; this he came to the North to find, and he meets with difficulties of which he had not dreamed in the South. At Indianapolis I found a great discussion going over what to do with the large number of idle young colored people, some of whom had been through the public schools, but who could not, appearently, find any work to do. As an able colored man said to me: "What shall we do? Here are our young people educated in the schools, capable of doing good work in many occupations where skill and intelligence are required—and yet with few opportunities opening for them They don't want to dig ditches or become porters or valets any more than intelligent white boys; they are human. The result is that some of them drop back into idle discouragement—or worse." In New York I had a talk with William L. Bulkley, the colored principal of Public School No. 80, attended chiefly by colored chil dren, who told me of the great difficulties and discouragements which confronted the Negro boy who wanted to earn his living. He relates this story: "I received a communication the other day from an electric company stating that they could use some bright, clean, industrious boys in their business, starting them at so much a week and aiding them to learn the business. I suspected that they did not comprehend colored boys under the generic term 'boys,' but thought to try. So I wrote asking if they would give employment to a colored boy who could answer to the qualifications stated. The next mail brought the expected reply that no colored boy, however premising, was wanted. I heaved a sigh and went on. 'The saddest thing that faces me in my work is the small opportunity for a colored boy or girl to find employment. A boy comes to my office and ask for his papers. He may be well up in the school, possibly with graduation only a few months off. I question him some what as follows: 'Well, my boy, you want to go to work, do you? What are you going to do?' 'I am going to be a door boy, sir.' 'Well, you will get $2.50 or $3.00 a week, IN THE NORTH! but after awhile that will not be enough; what then?' After a moment's pause he will reply: 'I should like to be an office boy.' 'Well, what next?' A moment's silence, and, 'I should try to get a position as bell-boy.' 'Well then, what next?' A rather contemplative mood, and then, 'I should like to climb to the position of head bell boy.' He has now arrived at the top; farther than this he sees no hope. He must face the bald fact that he must enter business as a boy and wind up as a boy." And yet in spite of these difficulties, Negroes come North every year in increasing numbers, they find living expensive, they suffer sickness and death, they meet more prejudice, as I showed in my last article, than they expected to meet, and yet they keep coming. Much as Negroes complain of the hardships of Northern conditions, and though they are sometimes pitifully homesick for the old life in the South, I have yet to find one who wanted to go back—unless he had accumulated enough money to buy land. 'Why do they come?' I asked a Negro minister in Philadelphia. "Well, they're treated more like men up here in the North," he said, "that's the secret of it There is prejudice here, too, but the color line isn't drawn in their faces at every turn as it is in the South. It all gets back to a question of manhood." In the North prejudice is more purely economic than it is in the South--an incident of industrial competition. In the South the Negro has the field of manual labor largely to himself, he is unsharpend by competition; but when he reaches the Northern city, he not only finds the work different and more highly organized and specialized, but he finds that he must meet the fierce competition of half a dozen eager, struggling, ambitious groups of foreigners, who are willing and able to works long hours at low pay in order to get a foothold. He has to meet often for the first time the Italian; the Russian Jew, the Slav, to say nothing of the white American laborer. He finds the pace set by competitive industry immensely harder than in most parts of the South. No life in the world, perhaps, requires as much in brain and muscle of all classes of men as that of the vast Northern cities in the United States. I have talked with many colored workmen and I am convinced that not a few of them fail, not because of their color, nor because they are lazy (Nores in the North are for the most part hard workers—they must be, also they starve), but for simple lack of speed and skill; thay haven't learned to keep the pace set by the white man. A contractor in New York who employs large numbers of men, said to me: "It isn't color so much as plain efficiency I haven't any sentiment in the matter at all. It's business. As a general rule the ordinary colored man can't do as much work nor do it as well as the ordinary white man. The result is, I don't take colored men when I can get white men. Yet I have several coloured men who have been with me for years, and I wouldn't part with them for any white man I know. In the same way I would rather employ Italians than Russian Jews; they're stronger workers." Not unnaturally the Negro charges these competitive difficulties which he has to meet in the North (as he has been accustomed to in the South) to the white man; he calls it color prejudice, when as a matter of fact, it is often only the cold businesslike requirement of an industrial life which demand tremendous efficiency, which in many lines of activity has little more feeling than a machine, that is willing to use Italians, or Japanese, or Chinese, or Negroes, or Hindus, or any other people on the face of the earth. On the other hand, no doubt exists that many labor unions especially in the skilled trades are hostile to Negroes, even though they may have no rules against their admission. I heard the experiences of an expert Negro locomotive engineer named Burns who had a run out of Indianapolis to the South. Though he was much in favor with the company, and indeed with many trainmen who knew him personally the general feeling was so strong that by soaping the tracks, injuring his engine, and in other ways making his work difficult and dangerous, he was finally forced to aban- Continuek on Page 4. Gov. Haskell Refuses Let Arkansas Mob Have Negro! A special to the daily press from Guthrie, Okla., under date of March 9, says: "Governor Haskell refused to honor a requisition asked by Gov. Prindall of Arkansas for the return to that state of George Wilkins, a Negro now at Muskogee, wanted on a charge of murder in connection with the race riots at Argenta, Ark., in 1906. Governor Haskell stated that there is reason to fear grave danger from lynching it the Negro should be returned to Arkansas." We doff our hat to Governor Hskell for refusing to turn this man over to an Arkansas mob. It is a commendable act, and we are beginning to feel that Gov. Haskell will yet do the square thing by the colored people of own state. If he could only see the injustice of having respectable colored men and women ride in the front end of a smoker with only one toilet room for both sexes, he would redeem himself and win the plaudits of all fair minded men and women. The Governor's fairness toward the unfortunate Arkansas Negro has elevated him several feet in the estimation of the white and colored people in the north and west as well as in his own state. Again, we doff our hat to Gov. Haskell, and shall always feel proud to chronicle any good deed he may perform. Treat the colored people fairly, and you and yours will have nothing but words of praise and commendation from them. NUMBER 11 FARMERS OBJECT TO COLOR LINE! Kansans Refu.e to Let White South Draw the Color Line in Farmers Union. From The Topeka Daily Capital. News of threatened trouble within the ranks of the Kansas State organization of the Farmers' Educational and Co-operative Union of America over the question as to whether or not Negro farmers should be admitted to membership in the order has leaked out lately. President E. H. Hewins of Topeka, head of the state branch of the organization, said last night that all of the troubles of which the race incident was only a small part, had been ironed out, and that the order was in excellent condition. Another high officer of the order, who said he could not permit his name to be used, declared that the race question might mean a split in the national organization. In that event he believed that the Kansas body, representing 6,000 farmers, would leave the national parent body 2,000,000 farmers and form a separate organization. At any rate, a few days ago the national officers of the union suspended the charter of the state organization, and a special delegate meeting of the state body with the national board was held at Hutchinson. Other matters, among which was the race subject, came up at that time, and the entire body of state officers and directors resigned. At the same meeting a new set of officers and directors was elected. The national board which met with the Kansas union farmers at that time is composed largely of Southern men. A few Negroes had been received into the order up to that time. At the town of Niodemus, where the majority of the population is colored, an entire lodge of the union had been formed of Negroes. In ano her "local" in the central part of the state a Negro was elected chaplain, defeating one of the best known white men in the community for the place. And these facts, being learned by the Southern men, the report is that they were not long in taking action. They gave the Kansans to understand that no Negroes should hereafter be permitted to become members, and that those who had joined must not be retained longer on the rolls of the order. One officer of the state union said that the fees of all Negro members had been returned to them and that they would organize a union among men of their own race and along lines similar to those of the order which he represented. He said such an organization existed in the South. Another officer said that the organizers over the state had been asked not to take in any more Negroes, but that those Negroes who already had joined in good faith, expecting to receive the benefits of the order, should continue to be members and that there would be no discrimination against them, even though there had to be a split in the organization. Said this officer, speaking farther: "These Southerners, with their race Continued on Page 4. Examinations in all departments have busied the minds of the students and teachers all this week. Dr. Vernon and the State Board met in regular session and transacted much business pertaining to the completion of the new building and promised improvements, last week. Prof. R. W. Foster, for 25 yerre a teacher and principal in Kansas City, Mo., public schools, addressed our Forum lately. His subject, "Education, Elevation, Economy and Enterprise," was treated in a masterly way, and impressed his audience. Last Sunday, Rev. J. H. Ewing, of Vine street Baptist church, Kansas City, Mo., made an excellent talk at our Forum on the subject, I Must Be. "Nocturne," the Inter-state prize winner in original music composition, by Clyde Andrews, seems to be attracting a national comment and distinction. Dr. Booker T. Washington wrote a very encouraging letter last week from Tuskegee, Ala. Miss Bertha Allen, an Iowa pianist of note, writes that she is now touring Michigan giving recitals, and that she finds "Nocturne" a great pleasure and delight to the people before whom it is rendered upon her daily program. The Spring recital by the students in elocution, under the training of Mrs. Fannie E. Motin, of Topeka, was a splendid success and a high reflection upon the teacher who is in charge. The work of Prof. G. A. Gregg and Prof. Albert Ross was a pleasant surprise in the rich dramatic talent that they wrought out of their selections. The continuous success of students and graduates of Western University along muscal, business and literary lines is attracting the good sense and judgment of Negro mothers and fathers throughout the Western states. Already indications point to a great swelling in our enrollment next September. To date 275 students have entered this year. ST. JOHN. KANSAS. Mrs. Hattie Fuller, who has been visiting in Hutchinson for the past week, returned on Wednesday. Mrs. Permelia Davis and daughter Eva, who have been visiting in Pratt, Kansas, with relatives and friends, returned home the 24th. Harrison Tyler spent Sunday with his cousin, Everett Bowen. Mrs. Permelia Davis is having an addition built to her house. Mr. John Bowen was over from Cleveland Friday, on business. Emmett Bowen plowed for about half a day on Friday, which was the first for this year. We understand that James Walker of Hayes township, comes to St. John very often. His excuse is that he is attending the shows but we know better. GUTHRIE, OKLA. The home of G. H. Spraings and wife was the scene of a delightful party last Saturday night, Feb. 29, at 1215 W. Cleveland Ave., the occasion being the birth lay of Mr. Spraings. There was quite a large gathering of the happy friends of the family, and Mr. Spraings received a number of useful and valuable presents. SPRINGFIELD, MISSOURI. The Woman's Literary and Musical club was pleasantly entertained by Mrs. Agnes Blakey, Wednesday p.m., Feb. 26. The club opened by singing Leaning on Jesus, followed with prayer by Mrs. Wm. McAdam and members responded to roll call by quotations from Paul Lawrence Dunbar. The biography of Mr. Dunbar read by Mrs. Wil- liams was very interesting; and the different members afterward discussed his life and character. An interesting program was rendered, followed by a social hour and the serving of an elegant luncheon. The visitors who enjoyed Mrs. Blakey's hospitality were Messames Harrison Thomason, Wm. Hightower and H. M. Fletcher. the first two enrolling their names as members. Meadames W. Smith, J. Cooper, Wm. McAdams and Misses May Hawkins, Marie Stemmons and N. Smith formed a party at Madame Butterfly, Thursday night, the 27th ult. Another Madame Butterfly party consisted of Mr. James, Mrs. Jack and Miss Marie Anderson and others. BOOSTS THE NEIGHBORS. Cathey, Okla., Feb 18th, 1908 Mr. Ira G. Harris, President Neighbors of the Hearthstone, Kansas City, Mo. Dear Neighbor; Some of my friends would like to know how you treated me in my late illness when I drew benefits from you and I take this means of letting them and the public generally know my opinion of you and your business methods I have been a member with you for a long time now, and I have found you just as prompt and liberal as my friends had said. I can conscientiously recommend you to everyone as being fair and honest in you dealings with me. No one can make a mistake in carrying insurance with you. Sincerely yours. FT. RILEY. KANSAS. The union of the B. Y. P. U., which is held at the Second Baptist church on Sunday evenings between the hours of 7 and 8 is progressing nicely. The little folks take a very active part, an interesting program being rendered after Bible reading each Sunday evening. Miss Stragam of South America is traveling in the interest of the foreign mission and lectured at the Second Baptist church in behalf of foreign missions. She was listened to by a full house and highly appreciative audience. Mr. and Mrs. Davy and daughter, Mrs. Arbella Crews, of this city went to Clay Center Monday a week ago to attend the funeral of a near relative. They have the sympathy of their many friends. Some men think there is luck in labor. But there is a task for every man in life. No lucky throw of the dice will ever win the golden apples in the garden of Hesperides. Only the tail of Hercules can gain them. Whatever I perceive that there is nothing better than that a man should rejoice in his own works, for that is his portion. Pvt. Ben I. Tereman and Pvt. Thos. L. Gutzskill went to Manhattan to attend a party. Pvt. Diveron went to Manhattan to celebrate his birthday the 22d of October. Miss Mollie Mbich arrived home Tuesday from the Kansas State Agricultural college at Manhattan. The minister of the A. M. B. church anticipates starting a revival meeting soon. Mr. Gleed and Mr. Groves of Manhattan college were in our city last Sunday visiting their friends. The A. M. F. history is of great benefit to the young people and interesting programs are rendered. The debate between Mr. Theos F. Davis of Ft. Riley and Mr. Ben F. Forcum was on the subject. Resolved. That the Negro's color is more detrimental than his conduct. WINFIELD, KANSAS. Mrs. Wm. Pobon was in from the farm Saturday with her produce, and meeting old friends. Mrs. Robertson and sister, Miss Campbell, are here from the territory. Rev. S. S. Bindy went to Wellington last Thursday evening where he held his church conference Friday evening and preached on Sunday. Mrs. Florence Braden and Mrs. Thomas Gee left last Thursday for the home at Carthage, Mo. They will return in three weeks. Mrs. Braden is a sweet singer On Thursday night Rev Frank Wilson of Parsons gave a very inspiring talk in behalf of the order of the Knights and Ladies of Tabor. The Progressive Literary Society installed its officers Tuesday night. On Monday Rev. C. C. Clay made a trin to Bartlesville, Okla. Mrs. Chas. Teal and daughter Esther of Independence, Kan. were pleasant visitors in our city Friday. Mr. J. A. Campbell, Prisco porter, is again able to resume his work after several days absence from duty. Mr. Wyth Walker of Iola, Kan., is here visiting relatives and friends. 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A Wilkins: You will take notice that you have been sued in the above entitled court by the said plaintiff above named; that the petition therein was filed on the second day of March, 1908; that said suit is an action for the recovery of the sum of Forty-three Dollars and fifty five cents ($43.55) balance due upon commission due this plaintiff from you for the sale of certain real estate; that a writ of attachment was issued out os the above entitled court and by the sheriff of said county levied upon Lot No. 106 on Kansas avenue, Barrett's addition to North Topeka in the city of Topeka, Shawnee County, Kansas as your property; that you must answer the said petition on or before the 18th day of April, 1908, or the said petition will be taken as true and judgment rendered against you for the sum of $43.55, with interest at six per cent, from February 1, 1908, together with all the costs herein incurred, and for an order of sale for the above described property to satisfy said judgment and costs, and for all other and proper relief. Attest: M. F. Laycock, Attorney for Plaintiff. R. L. THOMAS, [SEAL] Clerk of District Court First published March 6th, 1908. Try a bracing, refreshing health egg drink at Lee's Miss Lela Ford, who has been indisposed for several weeks, is somewhat improved. Mr. Fred Stonestreet, Jr, spent two days in Kansas City this week on business. Mr. and Mrs. Rawls and little son left for their home Sunday evening. Mr. and Mrs. Greer entertained in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Rawls of Kansas City at a dinner party Saturday afternoon. Mrs. M. Pasker has been seriously ill with rheumatism this week at her home, 1156 Buchanan street. Mrs. John Matheny of Ft. Worth, Texas, is visiting in the city, the guest of Mrs. Lee Anderson. Mr. and Mrs. Lee Anderson entertained a few friends last week in honor of Mr. and Mrs. S. E. Mc Carroll. Rubber through Lee's soda menu of one hundred of the finest soda drinks ever invented and if the very names of the drinks don't make your mouth water, yours is a hopeless case. Mr. and Mrs. Joe Curry of 215 Kansas avenue entertained a whist party in honor of Mr. Fred Rogers of Kansas City, formerly of Topeka Miss Thornton and Mr. Howard were winners in whist. Refreshments were served. Mr. Richard Hightower and Miss Ida Taylor gave a surprise party on Mrs Hightower Monday evening at their home, 932 Spruce street. About thirty guests were present and the evening was very pleasantly spent by all. Mrs. Hightower received a number of beautiful presents. After refreshments were served, the guests departed, declaring Mr. Hightower and Miss Taylor ideal host and hostess. FIRST AFRICAN Rev. Carr conducted services Sunday morning, preaching from the subject, "Hearing and Doing." In the evening he preached to the usual crowd of young members and friends. The committees for next week's entertainment have been appointed, and have been doing good work soliciting. Ticket sellers are busily engaged selling and engaging tickets for the Vernal Equinoctial Musical and Literary Symposium Everything points to a successful result. The Sewing Circle will be entertained this afternoon by Mrs. Alice McClelland at her home in Park Place. Services as usual Sunday morning and evening, Sunday School and Christian Endeavor meeting at their usual hours. Good attendance is desired at all services, and a cordial invitation is extended to all. Your attendance next week at the Vernal Equinoctial Musical and Literary Symposium, March 16-21 This is the last effort to erase the indebtedness and make preparations for completing the building. The lumber bills now are very small, and one more payment will eradicate them. Come and help us Dr. O. E. Jones, pastor of St. James A. M. E. church, Kansas City, Kans., occupied the pulpit of St. John on last Sabbath in lieu of Bishop A. Grant, D D, who was kept at home on account of sickness. The congregation was much pleased with the sermon of Dr. Jones. The results of the week's rally netted the sum of $600 in cash, with subscriptions amounting to over $1000. The plans and specifications for the new church building are now ready for bids, and may be seen at the office of Mr. T. H. Lecher, the architect. All contractors are at liberty to call and give bids on the work. Too much praise cannot be given the ladies and gentlemen who were in charge of the several booths during the fair at St. John for their faithfulness and untiring energy in making everything a success. The clubs reported as follows: U and I, $32; Knights of St. John, the young men, $40; King's Sons and Daughters, $55 50. A. B O U. T's, 871 05. Willing Workers, $140 19; Rock Island, $261 65; total, $600 39 The Sunday School will have its rally on next Sabbath and a barrel opening on Monday evening, March 16th, at which time we hope to swell the results of the rally to $700. Great news! Lee's soda fountain is running "full speed ahead" again. Moore Brothers, undertakers, and embalmers, of Kansas City, transacted business in the city this week. From New York to 'Frisco there is no drink worth speaking about that is not on Lee's soda menu. Mrs. Mary Cochrel returned to her home in Kentucky yesterday, after spending several weeks very pleasantly with her sister, Mrs. Anna Thompson. A letter from our old friend, Miss Evelyn Hickman of Frankfort, tells that her health is greatly improved, and she is feeling good once more. We are glad to note this fact. The Fleur de Lis Reading club met this week at the residence of Mrs. Christian. The subject lesson was discussed and the program rendered, after which a delicious lunch was served. The club adjourned to meet with Mrs. McDowell at the residence of Mrs. Lemon Clark, 1414 Western avenue. S. A. Bondurant, a former Kansan, who is conducting a clothes cleaning establishment in Denver, Colo., was an agreeable caller yesteaday. He is a pleasant gentleman and when asked as to the conduct of the Kansans out there, he said that "Cub" Langston, Will Parks and all the boys are behaving and getting along nicely. In another column will be found an ad of the Colored Woman's Magazine, edited by Mrs P. C. Thomas Those interested in this class of literature will find this publication up to the standard. It is a good move and we see no reason why it should fail in its mission. When Frederick Douglas said that he was willing to leave the dramatic future of the Negro in the hands of Richard B. Harrison, it was a trust well bestowed. Mr. Harrison appeared in a recital at St John A M. E church Wednesday evening and clearly demonstrated that he is head and shoulders over any of his race. We have always admired the work of Dunbar, but never got down to the true pathos and genuine sentiment until we heard Mr. Harrison recite "The Party" and "When Me linda Sings." In the court scene from "Merchant of Venice" he was at his best and displayed a talent that is second to none. "No Half Way Doin's" by Drummond was excellent and brought forth rounds of applause. "The Negro's Struggle for Existence" by Miss Matte Bradshaw, a student of the Emporia State Normal occupied a prominent place in the Daily Capital Saturday of last week It is a magnificent article, and Miss Bradshaw sets forth clearly every point in the rugged life of the Negro in the great struggle for existence It is timely, well written and full of good, wholesome advice. Miss Bradshaw is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles T. Bradshaw of this city and is one of the brightest and most promising young ladies in the state. Everybody should read the article and profit thereby. A Pullman for Attorney Hart! Distinguished Negro Lawyer Refuses to Ride in Oklahoma's Jim Crow Cars. A man who will stand up for his rights will get what is due him in any country, as may be seen by the following press dispatch sent out from Cathrie under date of March 10 Attorney Hart is a man in every sense the term implies, and when he gets through with Oklahoma's Jim Crow law, the whole state will be glad to place all Negroes in this class. The Dispatch says: "William Hart,the Negro lawyer who argued a motion before Judge Cotteral in the federal court to restrain the railroads from carrying out the provisions of the Jim Crow law, departed for Washington this afternoon. He occupied a berth in a Pullman car on the Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe. When Hart first applied for a ticket he was refused. He took the matter up with J. R. Cottingham, general counsel for the road in Guthrie,and upon receipt of advice from Cottingham over the telephone the agent sold Hart a ticket." One hundred Good Fats and good drinks on tap at Lee's fountain. NOTICE OF FINAL SETTLEMENT The State of Kansas, Shawnee County as. In the Probate Court in and for said County. In the matter of the estate of Henry Kittell. Creditors and all other persons interested in the aforesaid estate, are hereby notified that I shall apply to the Probate Courtr in and for said County, sitting at the Court House in the City of To-eka, Shawnee County, Kansas, on the Fifth day of May, A. D. 1908, for a full and final settlement of said estate. Dated Topeka, Kansas, March 13, A. D. 1908. Administrator of the estate of Henry Kittell, deceased. First published March 13th, '08. Just say "Malted Erg Chocolate" and Lee's foxy soda expert will do the rest. FORD'S HAIR POMADE Formerly known as "OZONIZED OX MARROW" So STRAIGHTEN KINNY or CURLY HAIR that it can be put up in any style desired consistent with its length. 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Norman Maples has been sick, caused from a sore knee. B. G. Jackson transacted business in Pittsburg Thursday. W. S. Galloway was in Curranville Saturday visiting Mr. Montgomery. L. Q. Edmondson, W. Cobb, J. Galloway and J. Bondwell spent Saturday evening in Curranville. Mrs. Parks of Weir came Sunday for a visit with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Hudson. Stella Cain has been suffering from throat trouble. The Topeka Plaindealer THE PLAINDEALER PUB., CO 112 East Seventh Street. BELL PHONE 1050 ADVERTISING RATES PER MONTH $20 PER INCH. NICK CHIES. Edito ADOLPH GRIPPIN. Manager SUBSCRIPTION RATES: One year by mail ..... $1.50 N two Months by mail ..... $1.00 Three months by mail ..... .50 Satered at the Postoffice at Topeka as Second class Mail Matter FRIDAY MAR. 13 1908 The city council has another "special" on tap, and of course it is aimed at one of the most worthy institutions in Topeka. The Consumers Light, Heat and Power Co., seems to be a target for the onslaughts of the council. The council is not satisfied, but want a flat rate of 25 cents. The franchise gives them the right to charge 45 cents, but they are only charging 25 cents with no prospects of an increase. Why take advantage of a set of men who have invested their money in a proposition that benefits all the people? If they increased the price to 45 cents the margin would be so small that it would take fifteen years for the company to play even on the actual cash invested. They, as well as other corporations have spent thousands of dollars to add to the comforts of the citizens of Topeka, and it is unfair to lower the price of their product when the rate charged is in easy reach of all. The gas and telephone companies and many other concerns operating in Topeka pay good wages to their employes and have always endeavored to increase their pay check at every opportunity, but if the price of their product is lowered, they would be compelled to reduce the wages of employes in order to meet expenses. A reduction in the price of the products of any concern where a moderate rate is charged, is a blow at the bread of those who toil. The council is simply playing to the grandstand, several members having a mayorality bee buzzing in their bonnets, and think by so doing that they will incur favor with the masses. The council would win the plaudits of the whole city if they would legislate a few of the large holes out of the pavement, and look after other things that are really needed. When people come to the city with money, let them invest it without taking their profit for the privilege, and the city will not only grow and prosper, but all will have work and money will be plentiful. The street railway, gas and telephone companies furnished labor for hundreds of men two years ago that would have been compelled to seek bread for their families in other fields. The wages paid by these companies were better than any place in the country. As long as these concerns charge a moderate price for their product, let them alone and all will be prosperous and happy especially those who toil. THE platform of the Ohio Republicans expresses the wishes of Secretary Taft in demanding a reduction of representation in Congress in states where colored men are denied the right of franchise. The Fourteenth and Fifteenth amendments to the Constitution must be enforced, declared Secretary Taft at the Ohio convention. As Ohio writes her platform, so writes the Republican National Convention and the brightest minds of the nation. Mr. Taft is the first presidential aspirant to come out square on this issae since Grant. The talk that Negroes will bolt the Republican ticket if Taft is nominated, is all rot, and comes from the same crowd that circulates the same story at every presidential campaign. With Democrats North and South trying to secure Jim Crow cars at the National Capital sounds silly indeed to say that Negroes are going to put them in controll. Farmers Object to Color Line Farmers Object to Color Line Continued from Page 1. prejudices,have come up north here and tried to tell us farmers what we should do. We can't stand for that. The order isn't founded as a social fraternal order. It's simply a business proposition with us, and upon that basis I believe that the dollar of the Negro looks just as good to us as does that of the white man. The board came up here to our meeting and suspended our charter on some trivial charge of nonpayment of lodge dues. Then whn we got into the meeting, the race question came up and they said we couldn't take any more colored farmers and that we must kick out those we had received. At the same time they said there wasn't any rule against a Mexican 'greaser' coming into the order. I think it's an outrage. It may be that an auxiliary to the state union will be formed for the Negro farmers, but I look for a split in the order." President Hewins said that as he understood the constitution of the order, it didn't admit Negroes. He had nothing more to say about the subject. The members of the national board that caused the trouble and who were in attendance personally: Charles S. Barnett, Georgia, president of the national body; R. H. M'Collock, Arkansas, secretary treasurer of the national organization; J. M. Jeffords, Oklahoma; W. S. Miller, Texas, and J. M. M'Collister Louisiana. These are the new officers of the state union: President, E. H. Hewins, Topeka; vice president, Alex Taylor Cimarron; secretary treasurer and business manager, Alvin Allen, Jetmore, executive board. F. I. Burt, Hodgman county; E. S. Newlin, M. M. M'Auliffem, Saline; F. M. Batchman, Barton count 7, and J. L. Grant, Barber county. C. E. Roughton of Jetmore is lecturer. There are 325 locals of the farmers' union in Kansas, scattered over 51 counties. LOST RELATIVES. North Topeka, Kans, Jan'y 25th. 1908.— To the Public; Mrs Martha Britt wishes to find her nephews, Ben and John Turner—two brothers. When last heard of they lived near St. St. Joseph, Mo. with Martin Walker Anyone knowing their whereabouts, please inform Martha Britt, Rural Route 3, Box 17, North Topeka, Kansas. Following the Color Line in the North Continued from Page 1. don his run. If there were space I could give many accounts of strikes against the employment of Negroes. The feeling among union labor men has undoubtedly been growing more intense in the last few years owing to the common use of Negroes as strike breakers. With a few thousand Negroes the employers broke the great Stockyards strike in Chicago in 1904, and the teamsters' strike in the following year. Color prejudice is used like any other weapon for strengthening the monopoly of the labor union. I know several unions which are practically monopolistic corporations into which any outsider, white, yellow, or black, penetrates with the greatest difficulty Such closely organized unions keeps the Negro out in the South exacely as they do in the North. A Negro tile-setter, steam-fitter or plumber can no more get into a unin in Atlanta than in New York. Of course these unions, like any other closely organized group of men, employ every weapon to further their cause. They use prejudice as a competitive fighting weapon, the seize upon the color of the Negro, or the pigtail and curious habits of the China man, or the low-living standard of the Hindu, to fight competition and protect them in their labor monopoly. And yet, although I expected to find the Negro wholly ostracized by union labor. I discovered that where the Negro became numerous or skilled enough, he, like the Italian or the Russian Jew, began to force his way into the unions. The very first Negro carpenter I chance to meet in the North [from whom I had expected a complaint of discrimination] said to me: "I'm alright. I'm a member of the union and get union wages." And I found after inquiry that there are a few Negroes in most of the unions of skilled workers, carpenters, masons, iron-workers, even in the exclusive typographical union and in the railroad organizations—a few here and there, mostly mulatoes. They have got in just as the Italians get in, not because they are wanted, or because they are liked, but because by being prepared, skilled and energetic, the unions have had to take them in as a matter of self protection, In the South the Negro is more readily accepted as a a carpenter, blacksmith or bricklayer than in the North not because he is more highly regarded but because [unlike the North] the South has almost no other labor supply. In several great industries North and South. indeed, the Negro is as much a part of labor unionism as the white man. Thousands of Ne Nroes are members of the United Mine-Workers, John Mitchell's great organization, and they stand on an exact industrial equality with the whites. Other thousands are in the cigar-makers' u. ion, where by virtue of economic presure; they have forced recognition. Indeed, in the North, in spite of the complaint of discrimination, I found Negroes working and making a good living in all sorts of industries—union or no union. A considerable number of Negro firemen have good positions in New York, a contracting Negro plumber in Indianapolis who uses colored help has been able to maintain himself, not only against white competition, but, against the opposition of organized white labor. [TO BE CONTINUED] Dr. Wilson Celebrates. The tenth anniversary pastorate of Dr.E.Arlington Wilson, Ph.B., D.D., of the Metropolitan Baptist church, Kansas City, Kas., was celebrated Sunday, March 8th. At the morning service, Rev. S.W. Bacote, of Kansas City, Mo., delivered a scholarly sermon, while Mrs. Prof. J.W.Carter of Western University rendered a sweet vocal solo, "Come Unto Me," accompanied with a flute by Prof. J.W. Carter. Father O.Davis, of Holiday, assisted in the morning services. At 3 p. m., a large congregation assembled again to hear the historian's report by J. J. Thomas and the financial report read by Hon. Corvine Patterson, financial secretary. Letters of congratulation were read from all sections of the country by Prof. Albert Ross, of Western University. Prof. J. P. King, of Sumner High school delivered one of his masterly addresses. Hon.J. G. Groves, of Edwardsville, one of the foremost business Negroes of America, delivered the principal address, and impressed some very valuable thoughts in a simple sincere manner upon his hearers. His subject, "Progress" was an index of his own life and character, and that of his devoted wife of whom he never ceases to laud and praise. The Independence, Mo., choir of the Second Baptist church, among whom is Miss Olive Martin, a popular Garnett young lady who is simply loaned to Independence as a teacher in the high school, did herself much honor in the beautiful strains rendered. The pastor of the church, Rev. W. J. Ballon, D. D., delivered a fine, dignified scholarly address in greeting. Pastors Hays, Leavenworth, F K. White, Kansas City, Mo., and other distinguished local divines extended greetings from their congregations. At the evening service a great crowd came out to hear the eloquent C. G. Fishback. of Shiloh Baptist church, Topeka nor were they disappointed for this most scholarly gentleman acquited himself in a most eminent magner. Mrs. L. J. Moore rendered a beautiful solo at the evening services and Rev D. C. Edwards assisted very materially. Monday evening, March 9, the annual reception of the church to the pastor brought out a magnificent audience. Refreshments were served free and a very fine program was rendered upon which were piano selections by Misses Gertrude Lankfort, Cecil Oliver, Ida Mac Marr, Elegcether Stovall, Nellie Ford; a violin solo by Orestes Scott and vocal selections by Miss L. J. Harlan and Mrs. Tilford Davis, who received a fine ovation and was recalled for an encore. Messrs. C. Daniels and John Stovall in a vocal duett vere well received. Welcome address by Mrs. E. Ailington Wilson was a gem, and the response by Prof. W. H. Harrison of the Independence, Mo., high school was truly as enobling and grand. "Our Church" was discussed by Hon. Corvine Patterson in a very effective manner. "Our Pastor" was discussed by Prof. Albert Rons of Western University and found high favor with the audience. Remarks were also made by Revs. S. W. Bacote, D. B. Jackson, N. J. Stokes of Paola, W. A. Bowren, First Baptist church and George McNeal of Pleasant Green. Much credit for the success of this reception is due Messdamos, L. Stova I, A. T. Patrick, M. Y. Matthews, Miss Bessie Rossom and Messrs James Garner and L. Dotson. THE PLAINDEALER congratulates Dr. Wilson upon his long stay in one pastorate, and as he is yet but 31 years of age,with the fine church building that he has partly erected and determines to push to completion this year, his future is just dawning, brilliant though it has already been, in this western country. Few ministers can add more than 400 members in that time, raise over $25,000 and in his short life time convert over 10,000 persons, which he has done as a boy evangelist and a resident pastor. Success to Dr. Wilson, his able and assisting wife, and his congregation of wide awake, aggressive workers. ANNOUNCEMENTS. ANNOUNCEMENTS. JOHN F. FRY hereby announces himself as a candidate for the office of County Superiorendant of Public Instruction of Shawnee county, subject to the Republican primaries JAMES C. SHIMER, hereby announces himself as a candidate for County Commissioner, Third District, Shawnee County. Subject to the decision of the Republican county Primaries spring, 1908. JOHN M. WILKERSON, Sheriff of Shawnee county, announces his candidacy for a second term. Subject to the decision of the Republican Primaries. H. M. PHILLIFTS, hereby announces himself as a candidate for Representative 39th District. Subject to the decision of the Republican Primaries. ROBERT STONE hereby announces himself for re-election as Representative from the 39th District. Subject to the Republican Primaries. W. R. FALKINER hereby announces himself as a candidate for County Clerk. Subject to the Republican Primaries. E. M. COCKRELL hereby announces himself as a candidate for County Commissioner, Third District. Subject to the Republican Primaries. L. H. GREENWOOD hereby announces himself as a candidate for Probate Judge. Subject to the Republican Primaries. W. F. SCHOCH hereby announces himself as a candidate for Probate Judge. Subject to the Republican Primaries. A. M. HARVEY hereby announces himself as a candidate for representative from the 6th district. Subject to the Republican Primaries. F. D. HUMPHREY hereby announces himself as a candidate for County Attorney. Subject to the Republican Primaries. J. A. RAMSEY hereby announces himself as candidate for County Superintendent of Public Instructions. Subject to the Republican Primaries. GEORGE BUNCE hereby announces himself as a candidate for County Commissioner from the Third district. Subject to the Republican Primaries. SCOTT KLLSEY hereby announces himself as candidate for County Commissioner from the Third district. Subject to the Republican Primaries. GEORGE CRISTMAN hereby announces himself as a candidate for County Commissioner from the Third district. Subject to the Republican Primaries. FRANK L. HOLFORD hereby announces himself as a candidate for County Commissioner from the Third district. Subject to the Republican Primaries. J. E. MATHEWS hereby announces himself as a candidate for County Commissioner from the Third district. Subject to the Republican Primaries. H. WARD PAGE announces himself as a candidate for Probate Judge. Subject to the Republican Primaries. ARTHUR J. M CABE announces himself as a candidate for State Senator. Subject to the Republican Primaries. DR. H. H. KEITH hereby announces himself as a candidate for Coroner. Subject to the Republican Primaries. BEN JOHNSON hereby announces himself as a candidate for Sheriff. Subject to the Republican Primaries. Hours: 3 p. m. to 6 p. m. Both Phones 774 O. A. Taylor, M. D., Physician and Surgeon, 621 Kansas Avenue Both Phones774 Calls Answered Day and Night. Residence 1845 Van Buren Street TOPEKA, KAS. Dr. W. Roger Russell DENTIST All Work Guaranteed to Give Satisfaction 921 Kansas Ave. Bell Phone 774 TOPEKA, KANSAS Dr. Russell, the popular dentist, spent a few days in Leavenworth last week with his family. A. R. Jackson, organizer for the True Reformers, has returned from a trip to his home in Buxton, Ia. Mrs. Carter of Eskridge is in the city visiting her husband. Mr. George Williams of Pratt was in the city last week, the guest of Dr. E. Lee. Mr. Sidney Riley of Holton spent Sunday in the city visiting his uncle, Mr. W. W. Plumb. Mrs. Bell Smith has a five room house to rent, 1027 Kansas avenue. Miss Stella Slaughter left this week for Denver, Colo., where she will remain during the summer. Mr. Raymond Jamison left this week for Salina to visit his grandmother. and from there he will go to Colorado to spend several months We met Mr. Lyl Bailey at Muskogee. He is looking well and getting along fine and says he is very much impressed with that section of the country. Mr Sherman Trotter has removed his blacksmith shop to 114 Railroad street. Messrs. Walter Jones and A. W. Stone are now proprietors of the Capital Pharmacy, located at 310 Kansas avenue. These young men are progressive and deserve a good support. S. E. M'Carroll, who for past ten or twelve years has conducted a barbershop at 116 East Seventh Street, left one day last week for Trinidad Colo., where he has purchased a shop and will make his future home. He sold his Topeka business to R. L. Skearce with whom he had been associated for many years. Mr. Skearce has a host of friends, a good barber and will continue at the old stand. Mr. M'Carroll is a perfect gentleman in every sense the term implies, and whites and colored people regret to see "Mack" leave. He is a high degree Mason and Odd Fellow in whose councils he will be greatly missed. His family will join him in a few weeks. FINE EXHIBITION. The Y. M. C. A gave its yearly exhibition at the Masonic hall Monday evening to a crowd of nearly 400 people. This was one of the greatest fetes given by the organization. They have a fine orchestra of nine pieces under the leadership of Prof. Hezekiah Brown, which furnished music for the occasion. There were over twenty young men who participated in the field exercises which consisted of high jumping, turning sumersaults, pole vaulting, wrestling matches and other gymnastic exercises. One of the most exciting incidents was the basket ball game between ten young ladies. The entertainment was an entire success, and netted the association over $100. The Y. M. C. A. is a commendable organization and is doing much to strengthen the young men of this city. Parents should encourage their boys to take an interest in this work. Much credit is due Dr. Jackson, E. Ridiey and Fabian De Frantz NOTICE. NOTICE. The subscribers of Iola, Chanute, Coffeyville, Osawatomie, Pittsburg, Ft. Scott and other southern towns in Kansas will please prepare to pay their subscriptions to THE PLAIN DEALER as the representative will be in those towns soon. consisting of Coat and two pairs Knickerbocker Knee Pants. Ages 7 to 16 years, in grays, browns and mixtures. Staunch wearing, well tailored, all seams taped. The Palace AUERBACH & GUETTEL. CLOTHING CO. Samsreck consisting of Coa Knickerbocker Kn to 16 years, in g mixtures. Staun tailored, all seams t The Pa AUERBACH & GUETTEL. Will Sueed was up from Kansas City Sunday visiting his parents. Mrs. Georgia Waters of Chicago, Ille, who has been visiting her mother, Mrs. L Garrett of Lowman Hill, and also friends in Excelsior Springs, Mo., returned home this week. ```markdown ``` Mr. John Armstrong, the popular merchant of Kansas City is visiting friends in Topeka. His place of business, which was burst out some time ago, will soon be remodeled and he will resume business as before. WANTED-Active colored ladies to sell toilet articles we manufacture especially for our race, the colored men and women of America. Free demonstration samples. Large profits. Write for exclusive territory THE BURTON TOILET GOODS Co., St. Joseph, Mich. THE RED CROSS The government has decided to throw open the American National Red Cross to general membership, and already application for enrollment are pouring in Under the plan every good American citizen man, woman or child-is eligible to membership. On application to Edward R. Johnstone, national registrar of the Red Cross, 341, War Department, Army and Navy Building, Washington D. C., the applicant's name will be enrolled, a badge of membership forwarded, and the Red Cross Bullet tin will be sent regularly for one year. Every candidate should forward one dollar with application, to cover enrollment fee and necessary expenses. Information relative to the organizing of Red Cross Circles will be forwarded by the National registrar upon request. Swellest Jewelry Store in Town Miss Addis, Miss Addis, Has a nice line of Diamonds, Watches, Clocks, Cut Glass and Silverware at greatly reduced prices. 817 KANSAS AVENUE. BOYS' SUITS $3.00 Buys Boys' Wool CombinationSuits Coat and two pairs Knee Pants. Ages 7 in grays, browns and unch wearing, well ns taped. alace CLOTHING CO. Mrs. Ratley of Denver was called to our city last week to attend the funeral of her son in-law, George Bryant. Miss Mattie Sneel is collecting for THE PLAINDEALER. Kindly have your money ready, as she is likely to call on you any day. Mr. J. W. Wood, who has been ill for the past month with kidney and stomach trouble, is able to be out again. Baby Gertrude Bailey was burned to death Tuesday at the home of her parents on West B street. The funeral was held Wednesday afternoon from the house and interment in Topeka cemetery. Let us sing of our great men too. "Cheer up Booker Washington," an up-to-date piece of sheet music, price 20 cents, stamps or silver. Apply to W. H. HUFF, Box 90, Athens, Ga. Miss Daisy Morgan of St. Joseph, formerly of Topeka, was married a few days ago to Mr. Oscar Burch of St. Joseph. Miss Morgan is a highly respected young lady, has considerable musical talent and is very popular in social circles. Mr. Burch is recommended as one of St. Joseph's brightest and most ambitious young men, is also a fine musician and is respected by all who know him. Their many friends wish them happiness and prosperity. Will be at home to their friends at 909 Pendleton street, St. Joseph. PLAY BALL. Sam Struthers, the big catcher seen on the Chicago Unions last season is now at home, and is talking of organizing an all-star team, provided the people will give him the proper support. If not, he will he will return to Chicago. We need a good team and Struthers will give it to us; so let's join hands and boost We must show our appreciation of our good ball players by endeavoring to keep them at home, as do the white people. Everybody, white and black, wants a good colored team to play in the absence of the regular league team, so let's keep Struthers, and have one. --- We wonder what is the matter with Dave Tipton and Ike Lambert The two did not attend the state convention. Ike Lambert was chairman of the committee on credentials and made a good speech Miss Willa Smith is greatly improved in health at this writing, and will leave sometime next week for Colorado Springs, where she will take a much needed rest, which will no doubt restore her shattered health She will be accompanied by her sister, Mrs Simon Jorden. NEIGHBORS BEST SICK BENEFIT. Canon City, Colo, Feb 24th, 1908 Mr. Ira G. Harris, President Neighbors of the Hearthstone, Kansas City, Mo. Dear Neighbor; I am indeed glad to learn of the great progress we are making in the West. I became a member of the Commonwealth and am more than pleased with the consolidation. The movement of today is towards centralization and consolidation in all lines both in the business and religious world. The move forward by the consolidation will undoubtedly result in an increased membership in the coming year. I have heard from some of the other members here and all seem well pleased with the consolidation. Any assistance I can be to you, you may command me. I am L. W. HARRIE, Pastor Mt. Olive Baptist Church. PUBLICATION NOTICE No.24,838 In the District Court of Shawnee County, Kansas Louise Keele v4 Harrison R. Keele. State of Kansas, Shawnee County, SS: The State of Kansas to Harrison R. Keele, Greeting: You are hereby notified that an action was begun by the above plaintiff, Louise Keele, in the District Court of Shawnee County, Kansas, upon this, the 17th day of February, 1908, against you, in which said Louise Keele prays for divorcement from you; for the custody of your minor child, Harry Lewis Keele; for permanent alimony and for other equitable relief, and you are further notified that unless you appear and answer said petition on or before the 1st day of April, 1908, that all of the allegations of said petition will be taken as true and judgment rendered accordingly JETMORE AND JETMORE Attest: R. L. THOMAS, Clerk Dist. Court. (DEAL) First published Feb'y 24st 190s. 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Population cf over 1000 bright, intelligent, colored citizens Bank, Cotton Gin Stores, Restaurants and Hotels Large colored In- | dustrial School (flalochee | Institute) already establish- ed OPPORTUNITIES for all lines of business. We have a LIBERAL PROPOSITION for reli able, trustworthy, honest Agents. Write today. Reeves Raelly Company Muskogee, Okla, LAWRENCE, KAS. Amour the sentura who are to graliate from Kansia Univernty thee spang are: Miss Lidie Mitchem of Atchison, Mr. Woodie Jacubs of Kaneat ity, Mr Alvin Bigham of Topeka, from the college depart’ mint; Cheles Harris of Topeka, Wendel Green of Kansas City, from the harmony department, There are several students who will com: plete their work during the summer session, The Palacean Girls’ Leagne met Miss Pertetla Penn, Situilty The club is eutying Tennyson's Myls ot the King. Lancelot and Elaine was the portion studied Saturday. The Warren street Baptist church is progressing greatly since the new mibeter, Rey. B. A. Smith, has tbeen here. Ie 1s now preparing for "a great revival, RC, Wassom and Uomer V, Wilburn went 1o Baldwin Saturday. Warren Street Baptist Sewing Circle met with Mrs Al.ce Mycrs Taet week aod is doing pool work, The Sunday Porte hadanen els lent prooraim Leet Pad sy, Mies Gertrude MoWi liam. war aguessor hone Thursday evening atasurprive birthday party given Dy Miss Pearl McWilliame at her residence, 1300 New Jetsey street. The guests first assembled at the home of Miss Bertie Ellia and at half puat eight nearly 15 coupler teok their departure for the Me- Wil..ris residence, Missa Gertrude was the recipient of many beautiful prevents. [he evening was spent informally. Geo, Wood and wife, ot Kanuas *City, Mo., will make Lawrence their future home, Tle Stewardess Loard of St, Luke A.M E, church met with Mra, Recd last Monday at 3p. m, The sierra Leune club met with Mre, Atdie White Tuesday after- noon 3t4 p.m, Gueate: Mesdaner Earl, stew ut and Davis, and Elde: Brown, ‘The neat meeting will bo with Mra Matte Bryant. Misses Etnel,Ida,Zeona aud Hat tie Ercoe ave confined to bed witl Ia gripye Mary Anua Copeland is much im proved and in new able to be up it ths hoa. The Carnayion Art club met with Mise Nellie Williams, at the resi- -dence of Mrx, Cura Yeager, Frida: afternoon. An hour was devote wo work after which a dainty thre course luncheon waa served, Guests were: Misses McNutt aud Miller, Mesdames U. C, James, Geo. King, Ifutee and A, Scott King. The next meeting willbe with Mra, S, Smith, Mra. Victoria Cloud {s president, J. W. Jackeon, of Winfield, wae the gu stof Rey. Smith and Mre. Hayter fr afew days this week, Mrs. Catric Hughes, of Topeka, was a visitor in Lawrence last week. Leroy Robbins sang at recital given by the students of the Fine Arts echocl at the University of Kansas Presiding Elder King hela his second quarterly meeting on March sth, He vave us a tine discourse Sunday morning, and Rey Christ. ian of St. James church preached in ‘the afternoon a powerful sermon, We hada glorious quarterly meets ing and fine reporta from all de» partments of the church. Mis, Lindsey Gregg wae a very charming hostess to the ladies of the Avthean Reading cla on Tuesday afternoon. Mixs Bertie Ellis, the gueat of the club, read a very inter. esting paper on tuberentosis, which wax highly appreciated, The club will meet with Mrs, Baker, Tucs- day, 3p. m Never before has an event been given in Lawrenes eoviety which aurpaseed that given by the « Double Seven’ girls. The ocewion was an ‘axking day” party, and the beaut iful home of Miss Jeinette Henson was opened to welcome the merry throng. Elaborate decorations of hearts, thowers and Cupide were lavishly used. In the receiving room nu chaira were to be nad as the wise little maids had placed sofa pillows to ba uxed in their stead. In the biek parlor a rather unique idea wan. beautiful cozy corner, tastefully decorated with flowera, utr nygy or heirts, and loug tapestry curtains, It afforded much amuse- ment, for it waa here the bashful maiden escorted her bachelor friend to ask the fatal question, Music for dancing was furnished by Mr. Theodore Copeland. Promptly at the dawn of the Sabbath an elab- orate three course luncheon wae served, after which the fourteen couples departed to await the next ‘asking day.” The hoetesses were the Misses Jeanctte Meneon, Marie Gverstreet, Ora Carter, Eva Frye, Birdie Brown, Cecyl Carter, Carrie Young, Orah Davis, Ida Es3o, Cora MeNutt, Bertie Ellis, Jeanette Frye, Beesie Juhngon and Maud Davis, VINITA. OKLA. We were pieased tu have the Hon, Nick Chiles of ‘Ture Puatnpeater with ue fora day; also J, 14, Chil- ders of Kansas City. Mrs. Bs Thompson has returned from Chetopa and Oswego, Kaus, M. A Sorrell spent rhe day at Wagoner Monday. Attorney J J. Jonea lett Tuesday evening for Guthne on a business trip. Miss Alta Walliams left Friday for Juplio, Mo, returning Sunday, Mrs. ES, Williams is on the sick list this . eek, Mrs. McCarroll made a flying trip to Coffeyville Tucsday evening, returning the next day Mra, Juhu Wilhama and aun visited a few days with friends ac Chetopa. Mr PY, Huftand family returned *alurday frum Sapulpa and are now located on their ranch three miles weet of the city, Mrs, Williara DBurker, William and Everett Muore and Hortense Vinley are numbered with th. eick, Ma and Mrs. W. Young are the proud parents of a baby girl. Mrs, A. Uutchinson and baby of Granby, Mu, are svinding a few weeka in the clty with her parents, Mr, and Mrs, D, Martin, Mrs, Young of Eufaula, Okla, is spending a few days with her son, MUSKOGEEBE. < ees ie Se DHNTISTRY i a All kinds of First- a ry Class Dentistry at ned REASONABLE = PRICED eer, “EA — Pl tg Gold Crowns, Porcelian i . ty Crowns, Bridge '.. ork pe and Porcelain Inlay 1... RR —_--- ia OPECIALTY Plates of all kinds. Rubber Alymium. Gold Ete, Dil i Lk Son”, o cor el aa aE Tay ey re og A WAGSsS 0 ae TiS ane Va a Va eee ee Be ina : eat < BP j ee YB ® ny (a ry 1G Sow pee: Z oe ae pee EG, SN a BPS ae a it a, | a SSSI ; io SS - ; ‘si Lg Se Five : YP AAS GL YY BANS -_ DR. L. M. BANKS Of the Chicago College of Dental Surgery Offices Brown Building, Room 1t Phone No 1196 MU KOGEE, . - - - - OKLA. WV. Yonug, on North Seccnd street, Mrs, A. Rider left for a visit with Dr. and Mra. Baskett of Ccfeyville. Mesdames E. Tucker and D., Martin spent Sunday at Cia emore with Mr KE. Austin, R. D. Blackwell and J, 1. Curry have opened a Srst clays cats in the east room of the Ventera building Mra. A, D Johnson is recovering from an attack of la prippe ‘The Ladtes' Exchange data lively business Suatuyday at the Wilhams grocery We are pleased to announce the formation of another club amoag the society ladies of our city | Subscribe for PLaAinpaaLER anc get the news OSAWATOMIE,. KANS. - The pastor, Rev, K. P. Bund, and officers of the A. M. E, church met in a church conference on Monday, Plans were discussed by those pres~ ent to raise money to build a parson age, which is badly needed at this place. By a vote of the majori.y a rally was fixed for May 31st. | The principal teature of the con- ference was the organization of Jour clubs cumposed of members ani friends of the church, The clubs ure aa follows: No, 3, Brow's Chapel club, Mra Sarah Jones, captain; Nu. 2, Sunflower club Mrs, Molle Stanley, captain; No 3, Loyal Labors club, Mrs, Peyton Turner, captain; No 1, Mrs Maud Chapman, captain, Each club was organized with fitteen members and each captain given the privilege to add asmany members as she chuuees ‘Lhe clubs will begin work a* oace to vee which one will raise ang repurt the largest ameunt of money at the close uf the contest, May Slat, PITTSBURG, KANS, Rev, Wyatt resigned ae pastor of Mt, Hebron Baptiss church Sonday night and wil! take a charge in Kan sas City this week. Mys. Michin of Chicago is visiting ing our city Tha OW Maids’ Conventior was a Grand success Mrs. G orve Redd ot Okrahoma Citvisun gisstot Mrs. J DP Alex- ander, the voung arvereres) folks will meet atthe home oe Wee) J Epoinger thie wee't to organize «social clah Mes J R Wilson entertained a few frienis Friday night. . Mra Nes! Pierce wes at bome on Tuesday evening in nonos of Mra George Redd ut Oxlanona City Mra J D Alcanader server hgh tea toa host of trends Mouday evening in honor of Mra teed Deand Mrs NB Ford will be at home Wednesday evening to a few trends Fred Howarit, sonof Me and Mra, ‘Tom Howard, passed away Sunday mornirg very suddenly Litule Evelyn Clayp ol is very ill Litie Vora Nord is convalescent. Misa Orpha Joacs made a flyme trip to Ciffeyviila Saturday to meet her si ter, Miss L'vze Jona, WATKIN’S NationalBank Lawrence, Kansas. Capital $100,000, Surplus and Profits $50,000 YOUR PATRONAGE SOLICITED, W.P. GREENE, LAWYER, Practice in all—Business Attended With Care and Pr mptuess, 4t9 Kansas Ave, - TOPEKA, Vernon in New York. The Hon. W. T. Vernon, registrar of the United States treasury,spoke at the Bethel A. M. E. o1uroh, in New York City,Dr. R, C. Ransom, pistor on tle evening of February 27th, aubject, ‘Lhe Negro in Anerica,” The church was filled to over. flowing with an enthusiastic crowd, who frequently broke into vigrous applause as the Rogistrar rounded hia eloquent peaiods. Seated on the platform were Gov. P, B. 8, Pinchback, Attorney J. Douglass Wetmore, Dr. H. B. Parks, R. D.Scingon and Attorneya Frazter and Curtis. At the donclusion of his speech the Registrar was given an ovation by the pecple who pressed forward to meet him. Un the following day he was the guest at a dinner party given by Attorney A. C. Cowan and wife, where he met a number of the prominent people of New York and Brooklyn. Later in the evening a banquet was tendered him atthe Marshall Ilotel,the Hon, Chas. W. Anderson acting a8 tuastmiascter, Among those who responded tu toasts were Messrs. J. Douglass Wetmore, Gil- christ Stewart, James Carts, Fred. Moore, P, A. Peston, Dr. It, B. Parks and Kev. R, C. Ransom. HORION, KANSAS, Tha weekly meeting of the Baptiss Aid was held at the home of Mra. U. B. Brooks, opening with song and prayer; roll called each lady responded with a quotation from Shylock. General business was transacted. After which two houra was devoted preparing club colors white and blue. The ladies were served to pressed chicken, hot bis- cuite, coffee butter and pickles. Mrs. James Gandy is on the sick list. Reve D. G. Cole will spend two weeks athis home in Huntington, Kansas. Mr. Tip Brooks and Miss Roxey Woodson made a flying trip to ot, Joseph, Mo., was married and re~ turned to their pretty home on Francis St, Many congratulations to Mr. and Mrs Brooks. Friends were glad to see Mra, 8. Foster out again after a long spell of illness. Rev A W Nix preached an able sermon Sunday night Rev Nix is doing a grand work in Horton He ja lifting as he climbs The George Washington supper given by the ladies of the Baptist Aid at the Masonic Hall was a grand success in every way ‘Lhe hall was beautifully decorated in national colors ‘The Japanese table covers attracted much attention The la- dies wore Easter Aprons The white ladies apoke many words of encour- azement The program rendered by the children was londly applauded The society was well pleased with the proceeds. PARSON, KANSAS. Mrs, T. R, Hogan entertained at her home, 1530 Clark Ave.,in hone or of Rev. Brooks snd wile, M. C. Mohammed, Mr. and Mrs. Wilsun, and Ray and Ray Mr, LeeRoy Hogan and Mr. Chas, French's skating rink is now open and js having fine success. Miess Lucy HWolmea of Clay Cen= ter had a recital at the A. M, KE, Church of this city and the evening was highly appreciated, The Steward Board of the A. M. E.Caurch is at work and doing meely, The recent Quarterly meet: ing they turned Iu $15.85 Mrs 2, Ro Mogan, owing to her important business, had to resign churchman and Mrs, Walter Glast is now churchman Rev Brooks fe doing grand work here and is paying off cld debts that Rev, Sage lett, Church isina bet- ter spiritual condition than it has been tor years HIAWATHA, LANSAS Mrs Tom Reece, died at her home in Fairview, Kansas, Tuesday. Feb 25th, after a lingering illness of tuberculosis. The funeral was held in Sabetha, Thusday afternoon, Rev John Allen, pastor of the A M E Church of Hiawatha officiating Mrs Geo Brown, Mrs Roscoe Calvin, Rev and Mrs John Allen and Misses Viola and Mary Allen at tended the funeral of Mrs Tom Reece Thursday Mrs Allie Buckner of Minden, Neb, and Miss Gay Smith of Sabetha, were the guests of Mrs John Allen Friday and Saturday The members of the A M E Church gae a Neck-tie Social Friday night, which was quite a success. Rev and Mrs Geo Bowers have moved into the Baptist parsonage Rev Bowers was recently called as pastor of the church Revival meeting began at the Baptist church Sunday night. Rev, D. S. Topp and family left last week for their home in Ossawatonia They stopped off in Atchison to attend the Ministers and Deacons Union, Rev Topp being a member of the Executive Board Rev Richey preached Tuesday night The sermon was one filled with spirit Mr John Flemming of Horton was in the city last Wednesday as a delegate to the Republican Convention Mrs Davis of Sabetha was in the city Thursday and Friday looking to a location STERLING, KANSAS Revival meeting closed Sunday night. Rev. Etta Scott, of Kansas City has been preaching and has done glorious work. She is a fine speaker and can't be praised too much. The measles and children are having a time. LEAVENWORTH. KANSAS. The funeral of Mrs. Elizabeth Chism, who died Feb 22d, was held at Bethel A. M. E, Church. Mrs Chism was a chartered member of the Benevolent Lodge. Miss Laura Chism wishes to express her thanks and gratitude to the members of the Lodge and also to the many friends for their kindness and sympathy, during her late bereavement in the loss of her mother. Elizabeth Chism. Rev. J. Wilson, our Presiding Elder, held our second quarterly meeting on the 1st, which was quite a success both spiritually and financially $107.00 more was raised this quarter then last. Mrs. Rachel Taylor, of Atchison, is in the city. Mrs. Harriett Henderson, an old resident of Leavenworth, died at her home; 416 Ottawa St. Feb. 25th Lawyer T. W. Bell and Mr. B Bright, were in Topka Tuesday, attending the meeting of the Progressive League. We are pained to announce the serious illness of Mrs. Martha Glass. The Ladies N. U. G., Club will meet with Mrs, T. W. Bell this week. Rev. J. A. Gregg has started a series of meetings at his church on Kiowa St. We wish him much success. Mrs. B, F. Sharp, Cor. Thornton & Garland St. WEIR CITY, KAS. The people in and around Wier missed many chickens and a Negro was suspected, but on the 28th ult., three white men and a woman who live about two miles north of Weir were arrested just before day, with 20 chickens in a sack and 285 at the house. The Weir day school is doing finely and Prof. King, Mies Maude L. Mosley assistant, is now making great preparation for the closing exercises in May. Frank Williams, who was hurt in the J. H. Bennett shaft, was not injured internally, as was at first supposed. After the accident the partner that he brought here with him took everything they had, in the mines and out, and left him on the mercy of the people. Mrs Mary Godley entered suit Feb. 22nd for a divorce from her husband, Joe Godley. We hear he is in Coffeyville and he will take notice. Rev. A. Dillard went to Girard on the 7th and preached at the A M E church all day on the 8th. Rev. Anderson returned on the 9th from Parsons. He was to have baptized 20 converts on the 8th but he was disappointed by the rain and the baptizing was put off until some time farther on. Mrs T. Duse was taken very sick on the 5th and is not much better at this writing. John Luckens is also very ill and is unable to move himself; the Maons have put him under J. S. Sanders's care as nurse Rev J. D. Barrow, who is doing evangelist work in this A M E district, goes from here to Iola. Miss Florence Myers, of Cherokee, visited the day school on the 6th, preparing to make music for the closing of the school in May. Robert Harvey was accidentally shot and killed the morning of the 9th, by the discharge of a gun belonging to James Hanes, which in some way fell to the floor. When Mr. Hanes saw that his friend was hit he grabbed him up, and it is said that the young man, who was between 20 and 22 years of age, died in his arms. Mr. Hanes came here from Kentuckey about a year ago and is about 80 years of age. ST. PAUL, MINN. Mrs Ida V. Mosley, trained nurse of Kansas City, who has been visiting in St. Paul the past winter, was married in Omaha on Saturday, to Luther Hudson. They will cave in a few days for St Paul, where they expect to make their home. LYONS. KANSAS. Mrs. Samuel Taylor entertained thirty guests at her comfortable home on Ellis avenue, Lyons, Kan, Tuesday, Feb. 18, 1908. Upon their arrival the guests presented Mrs. Taylor with a beautiful bouquet of American beauty roses. The out of town guests were from Hutchinson and Stealing. They were served with fruit snapple from a cozy corner beautifully decorated with feins and smilax, after which they were invited to the dining room where they were served to a three-course dinner, which comprised all the deheacies of the season. The afternoon was spent in conversation and a number of the ladies had their fortune told. The time of departure came all too soon and the guests departed, wishing Mrs. Taylor many happy returns of the day. Mr. C. S. Curry has resigned his position with S. G. Putterbaugh & Co. and has gone to Tacomt. Wah. We wish him well, but wish him back more. Mrs. B. M. Crowe and son of Davenport, Iowa, and Mrs. J. L. Pife and infant daughter of Hutchinson, Kan. were guests of Mrs. Samuel Taylor and family. Miss Jessie Mason has been entertaining a case of la gripe but is improving now. Mr. Jess Walker has "moving day" quite often here of late. Mr. Andy Vaughn sold one of his thoroughbred Jersey cows for a profitable sum last week. GARNETT. KANSAS. Rev. G. C. Clark prenched at the Baptist church last Sunday and they report a good time. Rev. H. W. King held his second quarterly meeting last Sunday and he reports a good time. Rev. K. P. Bond has just closed his revival meeting in which ten souls were blessed. The people say that Rev. Bond is all right and they like him here. The Baptist church has called Rev. G. C. Clark. The A. M. B. church is in a good condition under the leadership of Rev. K. P. Bond. Rev. Bond is talking up his rally for the fifth Sunday in May at Osawatomie, at which time he no as to raise $200. Everybody ought to read the Plain-dealer. SPRING HILL KANSAS. Rev. Clayton of Ottawa filled the pulpit at the Baptist church Sunday night. Gilbert Johnson and . . . Campbell have returned from Oklahoma after a two weeks stay. Mrs. Alma Carter entertained in honor of Mise Anna Haworth of Kansas City Sunday last. Do it Now If you haven't a good sick and accident insurance, write to the Commonwealth Life Association for particulars of their combined life, accident and sick benefits. Ask for their booklet, "1000 Pleased Policy Holders." The only big Fraternal Order admitting both races on an equality. Benefits paid anywhere in America. Big commissions paid to reliable men and women for securing new members anywhere in the West. A special dispensation is now open for members insuring. Address, for full particulars, Commonwealth Life Association, Denver, Colo. WHAT THE PASTOR OF ZION BAPTIST SAYS. Your promptness and liberality in paying your claims for sickness, accident and death caused me to hunt you up when I was called to Denver, as I wanted to carry a thoroughly reliable sick benefit, and that is what you have. I can conscientiously recommend you in preference to any similar concern. No one can make a mistake in becoming a member. Yours respectfully, Commonwealth Life, Denver, Colorado. Gentlemen: Anna Cotson, Maggie Worling, Bessie Palmer attended quarterly meeting at Hill-dale Sunday. Mrs. Willis Brady's sister, whor she hasn't seen for twenty years, is visiting from St. Louis. There's a laughing, crowing boy at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Clint Johnson. This is a prosperous little town. Property cheap. Can raise everything. More people from cities should buy here and live independent. Aunt Sophia Patillar has recovered from her recent illness. Mrs. Gilbert Johnson entertained at an elaborate six o'clock inner. Those present were Miss Maud Walls and John Lancer of Paola. Chas. Sayeres of Salt Lake City and Mrs. Maggie Worling. George Carter of Evansville, Ind., visited his brother, John Carter, a few days. Mrs. Violet Sayers is visiting in Chicago. FORT SCOTT, KANSAS. FORT SCOTT, KANSAS. Mr. Stephen Green is on the sick list. Iselia Tensley, who has been sick for some time, is no better. Mrs. J. T. Rossen is able to be up after being confined to her room two weeks with la grippe. The four-year-old son of Mr. J. T. Rossen was burned so badly that, 2 and in a few hours afterward. The masked program given under the direction of Mr. dames Scales and Johnson at the Pitts Chapel M. P church was a decided success in every way. The remains of Mrs. Vergil Pursley were interred Saturday evening at 2 o'clock. Mrs. Maggie Hill, over eighty years of age, was burned to death in a fire which totally destroyed the five-room house of her son-in-law, Mr. Green Aires, five miles southwest of the city. Aires and his wife were attending the funeral of Rev. V. Pursley and left the woman to take care of the place during their absence. Rev. Wm. McCray, pastor of C. M. E. church, is very ill with pneumonia. We hope for Rev. McCray's recovery, for he is greatly missed throughout the community. Rev. J. L. Dudley, pastor of Mt. Zion church, and Rev. M. L. Jones, pastor of Shiloh church, attended district board meeting at Paoli, Kan, the 20th and 21st. Mrs. B. Cohran, president of Mt. Zion mission circle, and Miss Nellie Owens, delegate for Shiloh mission, attended the meeting. A few Sundays ago Mrs. F. Punkhouser entertained the fowning to a four-course dinner in honor of her nephew, R I. Locke's 21st birthday: Mr. and Mrs. R. I. Locke, Mr. and Mrs. Robt. Dodson, Mr. and Mrs. J. T. Rosson. Miss Mattle Peruv, Mrs. Llh Welsch of Baxter, Kan., Mr. David Flemming, Jr., Mr. and Mrs. B. C. Poynter and children, Roy and Merrill Dodson. The remains of Mr. Paris Bramblett were brought here from Denver, Col., and hald to rest the 2d inst. Mr. Bramblett was reared in Port Scott and well known here, but for ten or twelve years he had made his home in Denver. He leaves a wife and three sisters, two brothers and other relatives to mourn his departure. The funeral services were conducted by the pastor, Rev M. S. Jones, at Silhill Baptist church Sunday afternoon of the 2d, of which Mr. Bramblett, a brother of the deceased, is a member. Samuel Lovings, a young man of 31 years, died the night of the 15th at an uptown barber shop, where he was employed as porter. He had been ailing for some time and had complained of not feeling well two or three days before he died. On the night of his death he was soaked with a coughing spell which developed into hemorrhage of the lungs. A physician was hastily summoned but by the time he arrived the young man's life had nearly expired. The remains were removed to the Goodlander undertaking rooms where they were prepared for burial. The funeral was held from the A. M. R. church Tuesday afternoon, the 18th, at 2 o'clock. Rev. J. L. Pastor of Mt. Zion Baptist church conducted the services. Mr. Frank Raglin departed this life Denver, Colo., October 30, 1907. fality in paying your claims for sick- ed me to hunt you up when I was able to carry a thoroughly reliable sick- have. commend you in preference to any one make a mistake in becoming a respectfully, A. E. REYNOLDS, Pastor Zion Baptist Church. Feb. 9th after a lingering illness of six months. He came to this city one year ago last November from Wamego, Kan. With his wife and six children he decided to make Fort Scott his permanent home. He joined Shiloh Baptist church in a short time after coming here and ever proved himself to be a faithful and consistent Christian. In all his sinness and suffering he thanked the Lord that it was no worse. Brother and Sister Rglin gained a number of friends in the short time they had been with us. But he is gone and our loss is heaven's gain. The community extends heartfelt sympathy to Sister Raglin and the fatherless children. The funeral was held the afternoon of the 11th at Shiloh church of which the deceased was a faithful member. Rev. M. S. Jones conducting the services. Remains were laid to rest in Evergreen cemetery. LINCOLN INSTITUTE. It is interesting to note that although it is now late in the regular scolastic year, there is still a steady stream of students entering the various departments of Lincoln Institute. Among recent arrivals are Miss Maude Moore of Bedford, Iowa, Mr. Jesse Lewis of Oklahoma, and others. Many students, teachers and others interested in self-improvement, martialize at this season of the year because of the institute summer school, one of the most practical in the country, from both literary and industrial points of view. By means of a sufficient number of years' attendance in the summer school one is able to secure diplomas of the same value and nature as those given upon graduation from the regular course. Thus does Lincoln Institute very effectively approximate continuous session. Among those who were graduated in 1907 by attendance upon the summer school were Professor William Jacobs of Richmond, Mo., Professor George Perry of Guthrie, Okl., and Miss Benora Lune of Curtellton, Mo. Lincoln Day was appropriately observed by the institution on Wednesday, February 12. The excellent program was given by the senior class. Among orations that received and merited applause were, "Lincoln, the State-man," Victor Collins; "Lincoln as Educator of Popular Sentiment" Zonolia Jackson. "The Sorority," a new organization of young ladies from the higher normal classes, corresponding to the fraternity among the young men, give its first annual banquet on Friday, February 21st, in honor of Dr. and Mrs. B. F. Allen. Mrs. Allen was beautifully gowned in a Persian creation of lemon yellow silk crope de chine, cream lace trimming. The dining hall was tastefully decorated in the Sorority colors, black and cardinal red; the toasts were witty and to the point. The subjects as follows: "President's Address, Miss Zenolia Jackson; "Leap Year," Miss Alona Williams; "The Laternity," Miss Ledley Ford; "Our President," Miss Mary Whittaker; The response by Dr. Allen was full of good cheer for the young people who had planned such a delightful evening; and was very highly appreciated by all of them. The full course menu was distinctly prepared and served under the skillful management of the department of domestic science. The second term examinations constitute the class room work for the week beginning February 24; the third and last term of the regular school year begins on the following Monday; and preparations for commencement will soon be in full blast. CHERRYVALE, KANSAS Subject: Resolved, That gambling is a greater evil than intemperance. Mr. President, Hon. Judges, Ladies and Gentlemen: I, the negative, will endeavor to press a few facts upon your mind and also to show the greatest evil to mankind. The minds of the people of Cherryvale and other cities are being agitated over the temperance question, and earnest efforts are being put forth to prohibit the sale of spirituous liquors; and we heartily favor this effort for the prohibition of the liquor traffic, for many reasons. First, intemperance is one of the . greatest calls to national life and prosperity. It undermines the very foundation of civil society. It unifies the citizen for the proper discharge of his duty either in private or public life. Intemperance is the most effective agent in filling the courts with criminal cases and the jails and prisons with convicts. Intemperance tends to produce an indigent class, an unemployed class, an ignorant class—the greatest foes of society and republican institutions. What if the laws of worldly society permitted a man to drink intoxicating liquors—does that make drinking right? If strong drinks be not expedient, helpful, promotive of human good, no custom of society or law of the land can make it right to use it. If it does not elfy, build up, strengthen; if it, rather, tears down, weakens and degrades body, mind and soul, how could the worldly manners of the age, the laws of ungodly society, justify our use of intoxicants? The gratification of the appetite regardless of the rights, the happiness and the well being of others can not be justified by the laws of nature or of society. Of all the meanly, selfish creatures in the world that seeks his own, the drinker is the meanest. The man who knows the awful twin wrought by strong drink, and regardless of the results of his own intemperate habits on others persists in gratifying his bestial appetite, has lost all mainly principles from his soul. The drunkard seeks his own; the tippler seeks his own; the social drinker seeks his own; every slave of the drink habit seeks his own. He is oblivious to the rights, the happiness, the honor the comfort of his neighbors and fellow citizens. The drinking man, the beer drinker, wine drinker, whisky drinker, etc., is the most selfish sinner in the world. He never thinks of the welfare of others in his degraded and degrading lust. Did ever the saloon keeper, the blower, the whisky distiller think of seeking the good of others in his devilish business? He may say it is awful, but God hasten the day when the law will declare it a crime and not a business! It is a shame that the truffle should be called business. The man in the shoe business, coal, book, or clothing business gives his customers a good and fair equivalent for their money and in his business he may seek their good, but the saloon keeper who gives his beer or wine or whisky to a man for his money is not in a righteous business. He is dealing out death to others for his own profit. Intemperance is evil. It is the idolatry of appetite. All intoxicants are offered to a hideous idol - the DRINK HABIT. To drink wine, beer, whisky is not only unchristian but hostileish. The young man or young woman who indulges in the social glass is offering worship at the shrine of the most hideous, unclean, debasing idorathy that is causing humanity. Even if it be the custom of the world, it is morally and religiously a fulthy, unclean, barbarous crime. And the good book saves. Then must touch not, taste not, handle not, the unclean thing. But intemperance is so strong and such a great evil that instead of traffic decreasing, it is increasing. Now for an illustration: In 1840 only four gallons per capita was used, but it has increased so until thirty one gallons per capita are used. Millions of dollars are spent annually for this poison. But that doesn't say anything about the heartaches, the desolate homes the orphans the widows, the lost manhood and womanhood, the blighted child life and the continual wail of agony that follows in the wake of the destroyer. These cannot be measured by statistics—they lift up a loud, continual and pathetic protest against the legislation and continuance of this awful traffic. SPRINGFIELD, MISSOURI The weekly meeting of the Dunbar Pleasant Hour club was held Friday last at the residence of Mrs. Stemmons on Sherman street. The prevalence of grip reduced the officers' attendance, but their chairs were filled from the members of the floor. Those present were Robin, Wilburn, Yoachum, Abernathy, Cobb, Clure, Andrews, Straughter, Simth Williams, Stemmons, Cobb, Yoachum, Wilburn, Hawkins. The entertainment committee announced that it was preparing, in what shape of entertainment for the near future, either a juvenile entertainment or progressive cucher. Routine business being transacted, the remainder of the evening was spent in the whist chamber, after which refreshments were served. Next meeting at Miss Naom, Smith's 1005 Sherman street. Mrs James Hardrick is enjoying a delightful visit in St. Louis among friends. Mr. and Mrs. Ed Willburn of 000 South Grant street are repairing, remodeling and beautifying their home. In the grocery line their business is quite astounding. Quite a number anticipate spending Thursday evening at the foundry witnessing the play Madam and $2.50. Funeral services were held over the remains of Mrs. Barbee Saturday afternoon at Washington Avenue Baptist church. The four year-old daughter of Thos Ewett died of pneumonia and was interred Sunday afternoon. NOTICE-All subscribers who do not receive the paper will favor us by calling on the postmaster to ascertain the reason why, and letting us know. Buy One Sac Perfecti Then Let The Flour Buy Next Time. Then Let The Flour Decide What You Buy Next Time. The Kaw Milling Co., TOPEKA KAN TOPEKA FISH AND Wholesale D. WOOLF. 323 Kansas Avenue Fish, Oysters and Game, Shi TOPEKA. FRED. M. STONESTREET The Stonestreet & We Carry one of the fin Goods in the state. Licensed Embalm Both 'PHONES 52. The Negro A graphic political history o has been presented in an engra Congressmen." Alabama sent Florida sent one; Georgia, one; and one to the House of Repres sent one each; North Carolin heads the list by sending eight. portraits of these twenty-two date of their service and the C is sold by The Colored Americ ton, D. C., and is not only uni but shows graphically the politi FISH AND OYSTER MARKET Wholesale and Retail, PROPRIETOR. Ind. Phone 1889. H Game, Ship to All Points on Short Notice KANSAS. ESTREET GEO. W. HAMILTON The reet & Hamilton Co., Undertakers AND TOPEKA FISH AND OYSTER MARKET Wholesale and Retail, of the finest lines of Undertaking the state. We never sleep. Three used Embalmers in attendance. COR 7TH AND QUINCY STS. Negro in Politics Real history of the Negro in the United States in an engraving just issued, entitled, "Colored Alabama sent three colored men to Congress Georgia, one; Mississippi sent two to the Senate of Representatives; Louisiana and Virginia North Carolina sent four, and South Carolina selling eight. This engraving contains excellent twenty-two representatives of the race, the e and the Congress in which they served. It red American Novelty Company, of Washington, not only unique and attractive in appearance, only the political status of the Negro. We Carry one of the finest lines of Undertaking Goods in the state. We never sleep. Three Licened Embalmers in attendance. The Negro in Politics A graphic political history of the Negro in the United States has been presented in an engraving just issued, entitled, "Colored Congressmen." Alabama sent three colored men to Congress; Florida sent one; Georgia, one; Mississippi sent two to the Senate and one to the House of Representatives; Louisiana and Virginia sent one each; North Carolina sent four, and South Carolina heads the list by sending eight. This engraving contains excellent portraits of these twenty-two representatives of the race, the date of their service and the Congress in which they served. It is sold by The Colored American Novelty Company, of Washington, D. C., and is not only unique and attractive in appearance, but shows graphically the political status of the Negro. Sent by Mail Receipt of $1.00 WHEN IN BOLEY Don't forget to stop at The Commercial Hotel, The Coffee Cafe FOR Ladies and Gentlemen. ROLLINS & EGGELSTON, PROPRIETORS. Where you will find First Class Accommodations Everything First Class and Up to Date. MRS. F. B. Berry and Daughters, Props. --- Phones, Ind. 550 Bell 555 Embalmers. 121 S. Second St. GUTHRIE, OKLA George Walker, the Great Actor, Lands on Jim Crowism. I have seen in the daily press an announcement of a dinner to take place at the Hurlem Casino this evening, the 13th of February, 1908, at which time representatives of the Hebrew race, the Italian race, and the Irish race will speak on the subject, "Is Race Prejudice a Farm of Superstition." I also notice that a proclamation of emancipation will be presented to each dinner, the purpose of which is to emancipate him from all race prejudice and superstition. In view of the fact that I am a member of a race against whom there is more race prejudice and discrimination than any other race in the United States, I have thought perhaps a few remarks from me might call the attention of the Thirteen Club to a few facts which in the future may claim a part of their consideration. You have all probably heard and read about Williams and Walker, and, if you are not personally you may be imper- sonally acquainted with George W. Walker of the team of Williams and Walker, hence, I am not altogether a stranger to you. I am frank to confess that I am a very superstitious individual. In fact, I have been told and I believe it to be true, that my race is the most superstitious of all the races of mankind on the face of the globe, and, being a full fledged member of the Ethiopian race, or perhaps you would say, the Negro race, you see I can not help but be a superstitious individual. Now, for the sake of accuracy, while I am actor and lay no pretences to being a scholar, I shall take the liberty to call attention to the exact meaning of the word, superstition, according to Webster's dictionary. Webster says, superstition means: "An exclusive exactness of rigor in religion." I have been told and believe it to be true, that the Ethiopian race, being the most superstitious of all races, was the first to found civilization on the banks of the river Nile, thousands, or, perhaps, millions of years ago. Some one has said, that all civilization rests upon religious conception. The more religious the races have been from an ethical and psychological point of view, the more superstitious. A great authority on comparative civilization somewhere states in his writings, that civilization was founded this way: The savage African, the black man, standing on a hill in Africa among his tribe cried out. Oh! and all the savages around him being superstitious were amazed at the expression and sought to find out the cause of the outburst of their kinsman. The story runs that the African who cried out, Oh! was unable to explain to his fellows the cause which moved him, and from that day to this, civilized man has been seeking to find out the unknown. Now, according to this story, once superstition is done away with, then civilization comes to a stand-till. As for race prejudice I have only this to say. Having been born in the town of Lawrence in the state of bleeding Kansas, it was my good fortune all of my early life to be associated with white children who had never been trained to look at the complexion of the human skin with suspicion, therefore I am truthfully say, that they had no trace on color prejudice, against me. And, as a child I played with white children and was treated merely as a child and treated other children as children usually treated each other. We played and foolicked about the town of Lawrence together and that was all there was to it. Having left Lawrence at very early age to seek my fame and fortune in the world—I have grinned a little fame of which I am not ashamed, but fortune has not yet come my way, it has been my lot not only to meet but I have had to battle against a prejudice called race prejudice. This prejudice I have not found to be a superstition at all, but a misconception of the truth, for all humanity is one and the same. Gentlemen, allow me to ask you a rather pointed question. Is it the main object of the Thirteen Club to enunciate men from race prejudice or not? It seems so strange that a body of learned men should overlook a race in the American republic against whom there is so much race prejudice. I can not persuade myself to believe that the Thirteen Club would intentionally overlook a race problem so large, so dangerous, and so perplexing as the problem of the Afro-American race is said to be. Gentlemen, please explain how it came to pass, that your learned society failed to invite a representative of my race to speak at your dined. Is it possible that you have members who are seeking to emancipate themselves from superstition, and yet they fail to be broad enough to ask a min of African blood in his veins to be present and to take part in your deliberations? A direct answer to this question will not only be gratifying to me personally, but from my knowledge of many faith-minded and progressive white and black citizens in this republic who have the welfare of humanity and the progress of the whole American people truly at heart. Gentlemen, please do not misunderstand me in the least. I am not a race agitator, and do not claim to thoroughly understand the questions with which your society deals. Williams and Walker seek to make people happy by giving them a clean cut show, composed of and acted entirely by members of the African race. We seek to be natural. We are full of life and vigor, because, we are touched with a religious fervor which rests upon superstition. Please do not seek to destroy this natural quality in us by telling us to emancipate ourselves from superstition, but seek to emancipate all mankind from race prejudice which is due to a lack of proper training and not from superstition. Williams and Walker wish to make people happy, and the one way to do this is to be yourself and be natural. This we are seeking to do on and off the stage. With the best wishes that your society may accomplish a great work for the whole race and not for a few, believe me to be, Most respectfully yours, GEO. W. WALKER. CHERRYVALE. KANSAS. Subject: Resolved, That gambling is a greater evil than intemperance. Mr. President, Hon. Judges, Ladies and Gentlemen: I, the negative, will endeavor to press a few facts upon your mind and also to show the greatest evil to mankind. The minds of the people of Cherryvale and other cities are being agitated over the temperance question, and earnest efforts are being put forth to prohibit the sale of spiritous liquors; and we heartily favor this effort for the prohibition of the liquor traffic, for many reasons. First, intemperance is one of the greatest evils to national life and prosperity. It undermines the very foundation of civil society. It unfits the citizen for the proper discharge of his duty either in private or public life. Intemperance is the most effective agent in killing the counts with criminal cases and the fails and prisons with convicts. Intemperance tends to produce an indigent class, an unemployed class, an ignorant class—the greatest foes of society and republican institutions. What if the laws of worldly society permitted a man to drink intoxicating liquors—does that make drinking right? If strong drinks be not expedient, helpful, promotive of human good, no custom of society or law of the land can make it right to use it. If it does not clarify, build up, strengthen; if it, rather, tears down, weakens and degrades body, mind and soul, how could the worldly manners of the age, the laws of ungodly society, justify our use of intoxicants? The gratification of the appetite regardless of the rights, the happiness and the well being of others can not be justified by the laws of nature or of society. Of all the meanly, selfish creatures in the world that seeks his own, the drinker is the meanest. The man who knows the awful ruin wrought by strong drink, and regardless of the results of his own intemperate habits on others persists in gratifying his bestful appetite, has lost all manly principles from his soul. The drunkard seeks his own; the tuppler seeks his own; the social drinker seeks his own; every slave of the drink habit seeks his own. He is oblivious to the rights, the happiness, the honor, the comfort of his neighbors and fellow citizens. The drinking man, the beer drinker, wine drinker, whisky drinker, etc., is the most selfish sinner in the world. He never thinks of the welfare of others in his degraded and degrading last. Did ever the saloon keeper, the brawler, the whisky distiller think of seeking the good of others in his devilish business? He may say it is awful, but God hasten the day when the law will declare it a crime and not a business! It is a shame that the traffic should be called business. The man in the same business, coal, book, or clothing business gives his customers a good and fur equivalent for their money and in his business he may seek their good, but the saloon keeper who gives his beer or wine or whisky to a man for his money is not in a righteous business. He is dealing out death to others for his own profit. Intemperance is evil, it is the idolatry of appetite. All intoxicants are offered to a hideous idol the DRINK HABIT. To drink wine, beer, whisky is not only unchristian but heathenish. The young man or young woman who indulges in the social glass is offering worship at the shrine of the most hideous, unclean, debasing idolatry that is cursing humanity. Even if it be the custom of the world, it is morally and religiously a filthy, unclean, barbous crime. And the good book says, thou must touch not, taste not, handle not, the unclean thing. But intemperance is so strong and such a great evil that instead of traffic decreasing, it is increasing. Now for an illustration: In 1840 only four gallons per capita was used, but it has increased so until thirty-one gallons per capita are used. Millions of dollars are spent annually for this poison. But that doesn't say anything about the heartaches, the desolate homes, the orphans, the wikows, the lost manhood and womanhood, the blighted child life and the continual wall of agony that follows in the wake of the destroyer. These can not be measured by statistics—they lift up a loud, continual and pathetic protest against the legislation and continuance of this awful traffic. NOTICE-All subscribers who do not receive the paper will favor us by calling on the postmaster to as certain the reason why, and letting us know. 'Cheer Up, Booker Washington," an up to date piece of sheet music, price 20 cents. Let us sing of our great men too. Apply to W.H. HUFE Box 90 Athena Co. NOTICE OF SALE. In the District Court of Shawnee County, Kansas. The Hays Land and Investment Co., C. A. Rose, Kate G. Rose and The Osborn, Monroe and Henkel Land Company, defendants. By virtue of an order of sale issued to me out of the District Court of Shawnee County, Kansas, I will on Monday, March 30th, A D 1903, at 10 o'clock a m of said day, at the east front door of the Court House in Topeka, Shawnee County, Kansas, offer at public sale and sell to the highest and best bidder for cash in hand all of the following described real estate, to-wit: Lots Fourteen (14). Sixteen (16) and Eighteen (18) on Pennsylvania Avenue in Highland Park Subdivision to the City of Topeka, Shawnee County, Kansas. The above property is taken as the property of the said defendants C. A. Rose and Kate G. Rose and is directed by said order of sale to be sold and will be sold according to law to satisfy said order of sale. J. M. WILKERSON, Sheriff of Shawnee County, Kansas. 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