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The Negro Who Owns Forty Acres of Kansas Land is Not Concerned About Hard Times! History of Society State House The Negro Who Owes THE BLACK MAN'S SIR Ray Stannard Baker Views New from a New Standpoint--S the Error of His Ray Stannard Baker Views Negro Disfranchisement from a New Standpoint--Shows Southerner the Error of His Way. --- VOLUME X. [CONTINUED FROM LAST WEEK] From The American Magazine. Upon this point an able Southern writer, Prof. Edwin Mims of Trinity College, N. C., has said: "The independents in the South have to face the same state of affairs that the independents in the North did in the 80's—all the better traditions connected with one party, and most of the respectable people belonging to the same party. Just as George William Curtis and his followers were accused of being Democrats in disguise and of being traitors to the "grand old party" that had saved the Union and freed the slaves, and deserters to a party of Copperheads, so the Southern independent is said to be a Republican in disguise, and is told of the awful crimes of the Reconstruction era. When all other arguments have failed there is the inevitable appeal to the threatened domination of an inferior race which is not now even a remote possibility." As a result of this domination of a wornout issue, political contests in the South have ordinarily concerned themselves not with stimulating public questions, but with the personal qualifications of the candidates. The South has not dared to face real problems lest the white party be split and the Negro voter somehow slip into influence. A campaign was fought last year in Mississippi. Of course the candidates all belong to the white party; all therefore subscribe to identically the same platform—which had been prepared by the party leaders so that the only issue was the personality of the candidates. Let me quote from the Mississippi correspondent of the New Orleans Times-Democrat, April 29, 1907. "The only issue" . . . is the personality of the candidate himself. The voter may take speeches of each candidate and analyze them from start to finish, and he will fail to find where there is any difference of opinion between the candidates on any of the live questions of the day which are likely to effect Mississippi: He must, therefore, turn from the speeches to the candidate himself for an issue' and must take his choice of the several candidates as men, and decide which of them will do most good to the state and be the safest man to entrust with the helm. NEGRO HOLDS DEMOCRATIC PARTY TOGETHER. I am now speaking here, of course, of the Negro as a dominant issue, the essential element which holds the Democratic party together and without which other policies could not be carried nor candidates elected. Vigorous divisions on other issues have taken place locally within the lines of the Democratic party, especially during the last two or three years. The railroad and trust questions have been prominently before the people in most of the Southern states. During his long campaign for governor Hoke Smith talked railroads and TOPEKA, KANSAS, FRIDAY MORNING, JULY 10, 1908. railroad influence in politics constantly, but in order to be elected he raised the Negro question and talked it vigorously, especially in all of his county addresses. It is also highly significant that the South should have taken no strong a lead in the prohibition movement, although even this question has been more or less connected with the Negro problem, the argument being that the South must forbid the liquor traffic because of its influence on the Negro. No states in the Union, indeed, have been more radical in dealing with the trust question than Texas and Arkansas; and Alabama, Georgia and North Carolina only last year were the scenes of some of the hottest fights in the country on the railroad question. All this goes to show that, once freed from the incubus of the Negro on Southern thought, the South would instantly become a great factor in national questions. And being almost exclusively American in its population, with few rich men and ideals of life not yet so subservient to the dollar as those of the North, it would become a powerful factor in the progressive and constructive movements of the country. The influence of a single bold man like Tillman in the Senate has been notable. In the future the country has much to look for from the idealism of Southern statesman. STIFLING FREE SPEECH. But the unfortunate result of the dominance of the single idea of the Negro in politics has been to be numb the South intellectually; to stifle free thought and free speech. Let a man advance a new issue and if the party leaders do not favor it they have only to cry out "Negro," twisting the issue so as to emphasize its Negro side (and every question in the South has a Negro side) and the independent thinker is crushed. I once talked with the editor of a newspaper in the South who said to me, "Such and such is my belief." "But," I said, "you take just the opposite position in your paper." "Yes—but I can't talk out; it would kill my business." This timorousness has touched not only politics, but has reached the schools and the churches--and still shackles the freest speech. George W. Cable, the novelist, was practically force to leave the South because he advocated the "continual and diligent elevation of that lower man which human society is constantly precipitating," because he advocated justice for the Negro. Prof. Andrew Slade was compelled to resign from Emory College in Georgia because he published an article in the Atlanta Monthly taking a point of view not supported by the majority in Southern sentiment! Prof. John Spencer Bassett was saved from a forced resignation from Trinity College in North Carolina for a similar of- fence after a lively fight in the Board of Trustees which left Trinity with the reputation of being one of the freest institutions in the South. The situation in the South has made people afraid of the truth. Political oratory, particularly, often get away entirely from the wholesome and regenerative world of actual facts. I quoted last month from a speech of Governor Swanson of Virginia, in which he said: 'The business house and financial institutions are in the hauds of intelligent Angle-Saxons, and with God's help and our own good right hand we will hold him (the Negro) where he is.' NEGRO'S PROGRESS IN RICHMOND. What a curious thing oratory is! Right in Governor Swanson's own city of Richmond there are four banks owned and operated by Negroes; one of the Negro bankers sat in the convention to which Governor Swanson was at that moment speaking. There is a Negro insurance company, "The True Reformers," in which I saw eighty Negro clerks and stenographers at work. It has a surplus of $300,000 with a business in thirty states. Negroes also own and operate in Richmond four clothing stores, give drug stores, many grocery stores (some very small of course), two hotels, four livery stables, five printing establishments, eight fraternal insurance companies, seven meat markets, fifty eating-places, and many other sorts of business enterprises, small, of course, but growing rapidly. In Richmond also, there are ten Negro lawyers. fifteen physicians, three dentists, two photographers, eighty-five school teachers, forty-six Negro churches. When I make the ascertion regarding "free speech" and the fear of truth in the South, I am making no statement which has not been far more forcibly put by thoughtful and fearless Southerners who see and dread this sinister tendency. The late Chancellor Hill, of the University of Georgia, spoke of the "deadly paralysis of intellect caused by the enforced uniformity of thought within the lines of one party." He said: "Before the war the South was in opposition to the rest of civilization on the question of slavery. It defended itself: its thinking, its political science, even its religion was not directed toward a search for truth, but it was concentrated on the defense of a civil and political order of things. These conditions made impossible a vigorous intellectual life." William Preston Few, dean of Trinity College, North Carolina, writes (South Atlantic Quarterly, January, 1905): This prevalent lack of first-hand thinking and of courage to speak out has brought about an unfortunate scarcity of plain intellectual honesty." An excellent illustration of this condition grew out of the statement of Dr. Edwin A. Alderman, president of the University of Virginia, at a dinner a year or so ago, in which he compared the recent political leadership of the South somewhat unfavorably with the statemanship of the Old South. Upon hearing of this remark Senator Bailey of Texas angrily resigned from the alumni committee of the University. Chancellor Hill said, concerning the incident: "The question whether Dr. Alderman was right or wrong becomes insignificant beside the larger question whether Senator Bailey was right or wrong in his method of dealing with a difference of opinion. And this leads to the question: Have we freedom of opinion in the South? Must every man who thinks above a whisper do so at the peril of his reputation and his influence, or at the deadlier risk of having an injury inflicted upon the institution which he represents?" In giving so much space to the words and position of Vardaman, Tillman, Hoke Smith, and others, I have not yet sufficiently emphasized the work and influence of the thoughtful and constructive men of the South. But it must be borne in mind that I am writing of politics, of majorities; and politicians of the Tillman type are still the political forces in the South. They are in control they are elected. Yet there is the growing class of new statesmen whose work I shall recount next month. WHITES DISCRANCHISED AS WELL AS BLACKS. But the limitation intellectual freedom has not been the only result of the political dominance of the Negro issue. It is curious to observe that when one class of men in any society is forced down ward politically, another is forced up: for so mankind keeps its balance and averages. A significant phase of the movement in the South to eliminate the Negro is the sure return to government by a white aristocracy. For disfranchisement of the Negro has also served to disfranchise a very large proportion of the white people as well. In every Southern State where Negro disfranchisement has been forced, the white vote also has been steadily dwindling. To-day in Alabama not half the white males of voting age are qualified voters. In Mississippi the proportion is still lower. In the last presidential election the state of Mississippi was carried by Parker with a total vote of only 58,383, out of a total of 319,177 citizens (both white and colored) of voting age. Only one-third of the white men voted. It has been found, indeed, in several counties in Mississippi, that while the number of white eligibles has been decreasing, the number of Negroes on the registration lists has been increasing. In the city of Jackson, Mississippi, last year, 1,200 voters were registered out of a population of 32,000 people. To show the dwindling process, take, the single county of Tallapoosa in Alabama. The last census shows 4,203 whites and 2,056 blacks of voting age, 6,259 in all. After the adoption of the new constitution disfranchising the Negro in 1901, the total registration was 4,008. Last fall, although the important question of prohibition had arisen and an especial effort was made to get voters out, an investigation showed there were only 1,700 qualified voters in the county. This astonishing condition is due NUMBER 28 primarily to the fact that there is no vital party division on new issues in the South; but it is also due to the franchise tests, which, having been made severe to keep the Negro out, operate also to disfranchise hundreds of thousands of poor and ignorant white men. I spent much time talking with white workingmen, both in the cities and in the county. I asked them why so many workingmen and farmers did not vote. Here is one comprehensive reply of a labor leader: "What's the use? We have to pay two dollars a year poll-tax, and pay it nearly a year before election. And why vote? There are no real issues at stake. An election is merely a personal quarrel in the clique of men who control the Democratic party. Why should we pay two dollars a year and go to the bother of satisfying the personal ambition of some man we are not interested in? MR. CHAPMAN A WINNER! He is Popular With all Classes and Will Be the Next Register of Deeds for Wyandotte County. Lou H Chapman, candidate for register of deeds, Wyandotte county, is in everyway way worthy and well qualified for the place. He was born in Hartford, Conn. in 1873 and came to Kansas in in 1877. Mr. Chapman is a graduate of Palmos academy, a private institution. He is honest upright and honorable in all his dealings and is one of the really bright men of Wyandotte county. He arose from the humble position of messenger boy at the stock yards to master mechanic at the power plant, which place he has held for fourteen years. He is a thirty second degree mason and also a member of the Red Men and Elks lodges. He is a church man and a supporter of all institutions that have for their object the uplift of mankind. In Mr. Chapman the colored people have never had a truer, stauncher friend, He was nominated in 1906 for register of deeds and was defeated by only 111 votes. Hence the party owes him another chance. His opponent, Mr. Stockton, was defeated for clerk of the district court in 1906, and is now asking for the nomination for register of deeds. Mr. Chapman's friends think it right and just that he withdraw and run for the office he sought two years ago as Mr. Chapman is doing. Mr. Chapman is a son-in-law of Major Dwight, a prominent contractor, and a staunch friend of the coloured people. Chapman should be the next register of deeds of Wyan dotte county. JUDGE MILTON. Samuel C. Milton, ex-county attorney and judge of the circuit court of Wyandotte county, is one of the ablest jurists in the state. His fairness in all things has drawn him close in the hearts of the people and there is no question about his succeeding himself. He is a poor man and has been a cripple for nineteen years. Judge Milton's loyalty to party, country and friends cannot be questioned. Mrs. Lee Anderson has returned home after a visit of two weeks in Wichita. Ed Bass, the landscape gardner, has donated to members of No. 3 fire station flowers to beautify the lawn at the engine house. Mrs. James Scott and family left this week for Coffeyville, where they will make their future home. Their many friends regret very much to have them leave but wish them much success in their new location. Mrs. Nellie Williams left this week for Far Hills, N. J. to spend the summer. A competent drug clerk desires a position in Kansas or the West Address Drug Clerk, 2645 Lawton ave., St. Louis, Mo. A competent drug clerk desires a position in Kansas or the West Address Drug Clerk, 2645 Lawton avenue, St. Louis, Mo. A competent drug clerk desires a position in Kansas or the West. Address, Drug Clerk, 2045 Lawton avenue, St. Louis, Mo. Mrs. George Moss of Kansas City. Mo., is spending a few days in Topeka, the guest of Mrs. Clift. Meaux, en route to Denver to spend the summer. On her way back she will stop in Hutchinson to spend a while with her mother. ATCHISON, KANS. Miss Bee Hughes of St. Joseph left Tuesday morning for Kansas City for a short visit with relatives. Mr. C. A. Highbaugh of Grand Island is in the city. Miss Mayme Hunt returned Friday from a three weeks visit in Omaha. Mrs. Jerry Taylor and daughter, Helen, left Tuesday for Kansas City to visit relatives. Mr. Roy Faulkner of Chicago spent last week in the city with his sister, Mrs. Thomas Johnson on Division street. Mr. E. Rice entertained at dinner Sunday in honor of Miss Maria Overstreet of Blue Rapids. Misses Ethel Penn, Lilian and Goldie Cunningham played important parts at the table. Mrs. Scott Irvin and children returned to their home in Omaha last week, leaving Mrs. Irvin's father Mr. Elijah Lawson, much improved, LINCOLN, NEBR. George W Parker of Omaha was in the city last week en route to Denver, Colo. The Mount Zion Baptist and A. M E churches held their Fourth o July celebration in City park and it was an ideal day Many gathered early in the day and remained in the cool breeze the entire day. Sumptuous dinners, ice cream and cake melon soda pop and peanuts were served in abundance Everyone was in a happy mood as their time was spent in serving the inner man Games, buggy riding, shooting fireworks,—a general good time was had, as the writer observed. Mt. Zion church cleared of all expenses $35 Lincoln was visited by a tremendous downpour of rain Sunday night, which was said to be 513 inches, the result of which caused the worst flood ever witnessed here. Salt creek and Antelope creek overflowed, covering thousands of acres of lowlands, causing death and damage in its wade. It is reported that seven are drowned and not until the water recedes can this be verified. Railroads were blocked for two days. Property damage cannot be estimated, but will be in the thousands Born, to Mr and Mrs W H Nelson last week, a baby boy KANSAS CITY. KANS. Mr. John Voorhees, the popular merchant, Sixth and State, was presented a gold watch and chain by the clerks as a birthday gift. He is 48 years of age, strong and healthy and making the dollars. Miss Anna Hubbard of Kansas City, Kansas, is among the prominent people of that city, and is doing well. She has a beautiful home at 523 State street. Rev. Smith, pastor of the A. M. E. church, is located in Kansas City with his wife and they are doing well. They formerly lived in Topeka Grand Master C. H. Collins of the Masonic Grand Lodge made his annual visit to Paxico last week and reports a nice time. He is trying to visit most of the lodges before the session of the Grand Lodge. He is invited to make the emancipation speech at Nicodemus on August 1st, at which time he will visit the local lodge. On July 17th he will address the Knights of Tabor. ALMA NEWS. The Fourth at this place was pleasantly spent. A tremendous crowd attended the barbecue and picnic, which was one of the most orderly gatherings ever held in this section. Rev. T. P. Hoard, of Topeka, and Rev. J. H. Wilson, pastor of the First Baptist church were the principal speakers. ELDORADO, KANS. Mrs. Joe Phelps of Kansas City formerly a citizen of Eldorado, visited her old home a few days and was highly entertained by her old friends at the parlors of Mr. W. E. Campbell Wednesday and a delightful time was had. Mrs. Phelps recited selections from Dunbar. A number of visitors were present. Ice cream and cake were served. W. E. Campbell acted as master of ceremonies. There will be a political meeting at Guys Hall 329 Kansas Avenue next Thursday evening July 10, given by the Fourth ward voters, all Republican Candidates are invited, they are expecting to have one of the largest meetings ever held in Guys Hall. Come early and listen to some good speeches The political pot is boiling, the meeting is open to everybody. By order of Committee. J. H. B. Taylor, Chairman. PIANO FUND BENEFIT J. Mord Allen our own poet will appear at Metropolitan Hall, Tuesday evening, July 14. M. Proceeds will go to the purpose of paying for the Piano used by the Colored Y. M. C. A, in their room. You should all attend. Ind Phone 78 Bell Phone .7 Louis Wiss, GROCERIES MEATS, HAY, FLOUR and FEED. 134 NORTH QUINCY ST., TOPEKA. KANSAS. . The Magic Shampoo Hair Drier This circular, describing the Magic Shampoo Drier and Hair Straightener, should appeal to every lady who takes pride in having a beautiful head of hair. The Shampoo Hair Drier is a toilet article that, when once used becomes indispensable to a lady's toilet porphery. We are in possession of hundreds of letters from ladies who inform us that they would not attempt to arrange their hair without it, having had an opportunity to test it. 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George MoNeal, Moderator, was in session three days this week at St. Stephen's Baptist Church on Third St. The fourth of July was observed by the colored people with entertainments at Booker Washington Park. Dancing and refreshments seemed to gladden the hearts and unburden the pocket-looks of the young people. Very little was spent in fire-works and flags. Many quiet picnics were held by private parties and clubs. At 49th and Lydia, the Hod carries Union of K. C., Mo., celebrated in their well known enjoyable way. Thursday evening, July 9th, a trolley party was conducted to Leavenworth to witness a competitive drill between Rebecca Drill Corps of ladies, under Mrs. Lena B. Downs, and the Henderson Palatine Guards of that city, under Mr. Walker Harris. Bishop Abram Grant will preach at Allen Chapel next Sunday morning. Bishop Grant has just concluded a busy week presiding over the session of the State Negro Constitutional League, steering the stormy brethren right in the fight against Jim Crowism in Missouri. Mrs. L. H. Slaughter, the popular milliner of Topeka was in Kansas City last week attending the millinery school of Full and Winter hat-wear at Frankel, Frank & Co., Wholesale Milliners, the only colored milliner present. Kansas City Negroes would rejoice could they induce her to locate in this city. The entire State of Kansas ought to feel honored because of her high skill, business energy, tact and congenial disposition to win, satisfy and keep her large trade among white and colored. Let our girls emulate her fine example. Miss Willa Glenn, graduate of Western University in Stenography lately with Hueston & Calloway, attorneys, has succeeded to the position made vacant by the recent marriage of Miss Susie Ball, in the offices of Peoples Drug Co., 18th and Paseo. Miss Glenn is from Galena, Kans. Dr. S. S. Harris (a former Topeka boy) a colored dentist located in offices with Dr. G. E. Horeey, Kansas City, Kan. is building up a splendid clientele of white and colored patrons. His unusual skill in gold fillings, bridge and crown work is a result of his splendid training at MeHarry Medical College. The MeHarry boys are making good all over Kansas and Missouri. The Extention Work Committee of Western University met Monday and will do four weeks aggressive campaign work for "400 students next year" Rev. E. R. Vaughan will travel through Oklahoma, Prof. G. A. Gregg will cover Missouri. Prof. E. L. Reynolds will go to Nebraska and eastern Kansas, Prof. Albert Ross will travel in Colorado and North Western Kansas, Prof. Wade Hammond will make Southern Kansas, while President Shelton French and Prof. W. W. Fisher will do special work at intervals.. The Kansas City District, A. M. E. Conference and Sunday School Convention, Rev. J. R. Ransom, presiding convened in Independence, Kans, June 23-25th. Important business pertaining to the connection was transacted, and a number of well written papers read and discussed. The welcome address by Miss Mattie Tidwell in be half of local Sunday-schools was a splendid effort, also the response by Miss Bertha Cole of Kansas City, Kaus. The B. Y. P. U. and Sunday School Convention of Kansas Baptists assembled at Metropolitan Baptist Church last Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. About 110 delegates were present. Rev. Matt S. Jones was re-elected President of B. Y. P. U., and H. I. Munroe of Topeka was re-elected President of the Sunday School Convention. Fine reports were made, and inspiring papers were read and discussed. Rev. Wilson and his congregation, assisted by other Baptist and Methodist workers entertained the delegates royally in their homes. LAWRENCE, KANSAS. Dr. J. J. Kenner, leaves for Chicago the 14th to take a course of lectures. Mr. James King has sold his home on Vermont street, and has bought property in the 700 block on New York St. Mr. J. W. Bryant of Perry, Kans was in Lawrence Sunday, he states the loss of 20 acres of potatoes and 20 acres of oats by the flood. The Sierra Leone Club had their adjouned session with Mrs. S. H Johnson last Tuesday afternoon when she served them with a bountiful repast. Dr. J. H. Young and family left this week for Arkansas, City to spend a week with Mrs. Young's parents. Puof. F. C West will join them next week. Miss. M. J. Bradley, of Kansas City, Kansas. spent a few hours in Lawrence this week, her many friends regret that she did not stay longer as we are always delighted to see her. Mr. Clarence Austin who has been in Kansas city several months has returned, his friends hope he will remain. Mr. Eugene Sage formerly of Lawrence, but recently of Chicago is here visiting Mr. Copeland, his many friends are very glad to greet him. Mrs. S. S. Snowden is all at this time, her friends wish her a special recovery. Rev. J. M. Brown and the delegation that went to Paola to S. S. Convention report a very profitable and pleasant session. They are delighted with the royal reception the delegates received at the hands of the citizens of Paola. Miss Bertie Ellis and Miss Frances McWilliams, attended the commencement exercises at Douglass hospital Kansas City, Kansas last week. Mr. Joshua Hamilton is not im proving very rapidly. The Merchants and Manufacturers' Association believes that the railroads have had sufficient punishment for their methods in the past. While the so-called much raker has unquestionably done a good service in opening the eyes of the public, his service reached its useful limit some time ago. The day of the upbuilder and constructionist has arrived. The days of the commission have passed. In spite of the fact that many roads have recently gone into the hands of receivers—our own Western Maryland included—there has been introduced in our legislature a two-cent passenger rate bill. Even now some states, which placed this law upon their statutes two years ago, are seriously considering its repeal, considering it unreasonable and unwise. The Merchants and Manufacturers put itself on record March 3d, when its Transportation Committee adopted the following resolution: school. 八 Many of the young men who have finished the course in agriculture at the Tuskegee Institute are commanding salaries ranging from $30 to $100 per month. Graduates of this department of the school are successfully employed as instructors, or as managers of important agricultural operations. The school has an agricultural faculty of twenty instructors; men who have received their training in the best agricultural schools of the country. Young colored men and women who desire to take courses in practical and scientific agriculture are now offered the best opportunity to pursue such courses in one of the largest and best equipped schools for practical and scientific agriculture to be found in the South. The following courses are offered: In addition there is a special post graduate course of one or two years provided for graduates of high schools and colleges. We are especially anxious to have a large number of agricultural students who have finished high school or college courses. Any young man who is ambitious enough to finish any of the courses above mentioned can readily secure immediate employment at good salaries. Opportunities are now open to 500 young men and women who may wish to take any of the above courses of instruction. The cost of board is $950 per month. No charge for instruction. For further information, address, BOOKER T. WASHINGTON, Principal. Tuskegee Institute, Alabama. NOTICE. To the Presiding Elders, Pastors and Members of the Woman's Mite Missionary society of the Kansas Conference Brauch, Greeting: This comes to announce that the fourth annual convention of the Woman's Mite Missionary society will convene in the A. M. E. church. Ft. Scott, Kansas, Wednesday and Thursday, July 8-9. The meeting is called earlier than anticipated that we may have the presence of Bishop A. Giant, D. D. Bishop H B Parks. D D and Dr J C Caldwell have been invited to be present. The Presiding Elder of the district, Rev. J R. Ransom and Presiding Elders Wilson King and Wooten and many of the pastors are expected. Let the reports come from all charges for the conference year be nil. All special and local church work must be reported in a supple mentary report. Send names of all delegates and persons who will attend to Rev J F Sage, Ft Scott, Kansas, at once that stopping places may be arranged Programs have been sent to all pastors and societies Come, praying and expecting an out pouring of the Holy Ghost Yours for Missions, E E BRANTON, President E N WARD. Cor Sec'y All grocers sell "Perfection Flour." Mrs Calvin Stephens contemplates leaving Springfield July 1st for Denver and other parts of Colorado. Mrs. Robert Anderson has left for Chicago, which city she expects to make her future home. Mrs. James Hardwick has left for Indiana, Michigan and parts of Illinois. Mr. and Mrs. Tan Wright, relatives and friends mourn the loss of their daughter, Mrs. Isaac Flipins, who passed peacefully to rest Saturday, June 20. Mr. and Mrs. Henry McClure are among the latest Springfield visitors. Mrs. Lewis Herndon is the guest of Mrs. S. A. G. Campbell. Thursday being the grocers' picnic day was taken advantage of by many pleasure seekers. Among them were the Dunbar club and others. Messrs. Hayden of Massachusetts and Cooper of Jefferson City have returned to Springfield after spending a most pleasant nine months in school. HIGGINSVILLE, MO. Prof. J. M. Bradden, chief of the United Order of True Reformers, of Sedalia, M., is in the city organizing an order. The Baptist Association, which is to be held here this summer, the Sunday school convention and the Knights of Labor Grand Lodge, which are to be held in Lexington, Mo., have partly caused the Fair Association to omit having a fair here this year. Mr. Arthur Groves, who has been seriously ill with the fever, is reported to be improving. Dr. W. H. Howard of Lexington, Mo., Lincoln Skating Amusement 19th and Tracy Avenue Largest and best equipped Rink the West. Always open for In ing, Skating afternoon and nig Admission. 15c for Skates Special Indvcements for Private of Skating and Dancing. Skating R Amusement Comp venue best equipped Rink for (Col Always open for Instruction of afternoon and night. Price 15c for Skates ements for Private Parties, L acing. Skating Rink Andement Company. Lincoln Skating Rink And Amusement Company. equipped Rink for (Colored) people in open for Instruction during the morning and night. Prices moderate 10c for Skates for Private Parties, Lodges etc., Privileges Largest and best equipped Rink for (Colored) people in the West. Always open for Instruction during the morning, Skating afternoon and night. Prices moderate 10c Admission. 15c for Skates Special Indvcements for Private Parties, Lodges etc., Privileges of Skating and Dancing. A. M. WILSON, Manager. First Nation Leavenworth, ORGANIZED CAPITAL $300,000. DIRECTOR Alexander Caldwell, Pres., Amos E. Wilson E. N. Norril, W. Denton, Henry J. D. Robertson, T. First National H Leavenworth, Kansas. ORGANIZED 1868. $300,000. U. S. DEP DIRECTORS: Baldwell, Pres., O. B. Taylor Amos E. Wilson, Cashier W. Deaton, Henry Ettenson, D. Robertson, T. T. Reybun National Bank, Guernworth, Kansas. ORGANIZED 1868. 50,000. U. S. DEPOSITORY. DIRECTORS: M, Pres., O. B. Taylor, Vice-Pres. Jos E. Wilson, Cashier Denton, Henry Ettenson, W. N. Todd, Robertson, T. T. Reyburn. ORGANIZED 1868. CAPITAL $300,000. U. S. DEPOSITORY. Alexander Caldwell, Press. O. B. Taylor, Vice-Pres. Amos E. Wilson, Cashier E. N. Norril, W. Denton, Henry Ettenson, W. N. Todd, J. D. Robertson, T. T. Reyburn. B. ROCKWELL, President J. V. HUMPHREY, V-President No. 354 The First Nati Designated Depository Junction City, Transacts a General THE HOGAN M No. 3543. First National Signated Depository of the Junction City, Kansas General Banki GAN MILLI National Bank, and Depository of the U.S. Tion City, Kansas. General Banking Business AN MILLING CO., Transacts a General Banking Business THE HOGAN MILLING CO., Capacity 600 Bbls. JUNCTION CITY, KANSAS Makers of the Celebrated "BEST No Baking Troubles When You E. M. SHELDEN, : Lopeka, Kansas. Celebrated "BEST king Troubles When You LDEN, : Lo Iopeka, Kansas. Celebrated "BEST YET" FLOUR Troubles When You Use It. EN, : Local Agent, opeka, Kansas. Makcrs of the Celebrated "BEST YET" FLOUR No Baking Troubles When You Use It. E. M. SHELDEN, : Local Agent, Iopeka, Kansas. stopped over here last week enroute Mayview. Prof. C. E. Johnson attended the teachers' institute at Lexington, M last week. A GOOD COMPLEXION CAN BE HAD IF YOU WANT IT. SNOW FLAKE COMPLEXION CREAM INSTANTLY WHITENS AND IMPROVES THE COMPLEXION. Contains no grease and is best for use in warm weather and climates. Full size jar 25 cent. [ccin or stamps] postpaid. LOCAL AGENTS WANTED. STRA-KO, the wonderful liquid hair dressing and dandruff cure. Trial bottle 20 cents postpaid. "I think Snow Flake is fine, Send me G jars." Mrs. J. L. Walker, St. Louis, Mo. "I am using Snow Flake and find it excellent." Mrs. Mary Smith, Salina, Kans. "I have received Snow Flake and must say it is simply fine " Mrs. A. McCullough, Independence, Kansas. THE BURTON TOILET GOODS CO, JOSEPH, MICH. KANSAS CITY, MO THOS. B. KENNEDY, Cashier W. F. MILLER, Ass't. Cashier The Topeka Plaindealer THE PLAINDEALER PUB. CO. 112 East Seventh Street. DELL THONE 1000 ADVERTISING RATES PER MONTH $200 PER INCH. NICK CHILES, Editor ADOLPH GRIFFIN, Manager SUBSCRIPTION RATES: One year by mail ... $1.00 Two Months by mail ... $1.00 Three months by mail ... .50 Petered at the Postoffice at Topeks as Second class Mall Matter FRIDAY JULY 10, 1908. Did you ever notice that the fellow who claims the Negro's future lies in foreign lands sticks closer to America than anyone else? Bishop Turner advocated the doctrine, but never got out from under the smoke of Atlanta until chased from his peaceful abode by a mob of white hoodlums. Our own Col. John M. is preaching the same doctrine. Col. Brown can picture the glories of Brizil and other countries so vividly that one wants to leave at once. But the Colonel is comfortably fortified on one of the best farms in Shawnea county where he is rolling in plenty and amassing a fortune. Our advice to the Negro is follow the footsteps of Col. Brown who will always live in Kansas, own a good slice of land and have a good, healthy bank account. When the genial Colonel reaches the most vivid climax in discussing the deportation of the Negro he has just cashed a load of produce and added $50 or $60 to his rapidly swelling bank account. Negroes! follow this excellent example and there will be no problem to cuss and discuss. ILLINOIS has a law prohibiting persons from teaching in the public schools after reaching the age of fifty. At this period it is claimed the mind is going back. The colored people of North Topeka entered this same complaint against Sol. Watkins, but the matter was held up by while bosses who cater tho a few Negroes for political purposes. The hardworking fathers and mthers will not longer submit to a thing of this kind. The patrons of M'Kinley school charge that Watkins is not only too old, but has become peevish on account of ill health. : It is said that the uprising of the Snake Indians in Oklahoma is being spurred on by Negro halfbloods. Any state with such damnable laws as Oklahoma may as well expect trouble as long as such laws exist. then the rights of men are encroached upon as are the Negro's in Oklahoma, the provocation is sufficient to drive him to fight. ```markdown ``` --- Huci. petitions presented for the pardon of a Springfield, Mo., Negro in the penitentiary four years for rape on a young white woman there. She confesses now that she was more to blame than he was. At least two such cases over in Kansas City the past few years, only the women haven't "'fessed up'" yet.—K. C. (Kas.) Gazette. ONE good thing for the supreme court is the closing of the theatres on Sunday. THE celebration season is on in full blast, and the fact that a presidential campaign is on tap it enthuses more "patriots" to enlist in the work of doing honor to the friends of abolition. Poor Negro, he will be enslaved and emancipated every day from now till January 1, 1909. THE improvident colored man is slowly but surely drifting into a thing of the past. He burned up but very little money in fireworks on the Fourth. TONGANQNIE Key. R. January and Mrs. Jackson have returned from Kansas City,where they attended the state meetings of the B. Y. P.U. and Sunday School convention. W. L. Bush,ot Lawrence, was the guest of Rev. Lackford last week. H. J. Brockman and wife and Miss H. Owsley visited relatives and friends last week. Mrs. C. James and Francis Hicks Sundayed with Mrs H.W. Carter. Mrs. A. Turpin and grandson, Chem Nichols will spend the summer with her daughter. The entertainment at the First Baptist church was well attended and Mrs E. Roffle deserves much credit for her good work as chairman of the committee. Quite a number of the young people celebrated the Fourth in Leavenworth. Mrs. E. Brown who was in jured sometime ago by a fall is rapidly improving. The services at the First Baptist church are very well attended, yet there is room for improvement there being a number of old and young who do not attend church as they should. Wm Wooll has purchased a nice bunch of hogs which is a splendid investment. Let other young men follow his example. Miss Alice Woods is an ideal young woman full of business. She too has ventured into the hog business. ATCHISON NOTES. The rubber social at the A. M. E. church Tuesday evening was quite a success. Mrs. Terrel and Glover left Tuesday for Fort Scott to attend a meeting of the Missionary convention Mrs. Rachel Taylor entertained Rev. Wilson and family at dinner Saturday. They left the first of the week for Los Angles, California. The N. U. G. Club met with Mrs. William Barnes Wednesday. After a delicious dinner was served, Mrs. Jerry Dinning addressed the club. Ten dollars worth of lonsdale and cambric was purchased and each member received eleven yards. Adjourned to meet the second Wednesday in September. Andrew Johnsen celebrated his 10th birthday Tuesday evening. The dining room was beautifully decorated with many colored candles. Thirty one children were present and many useful presents were received. "Perfection Flour ade For Bread And Pastries. None Better Made For Bread And Pastries. TRY IT TODAY. Kaw Milling Co., 1908 School of Medicine ROBET, BLYBURN, M. D. Dean M. D. Society will begin October 1, 1908, and Howard University School of Medicine REV W. P. THIRKHILD, L. L. D., Pres. KORET, RLYBURN, M. D. Dean W. C. MENEH, M. D. Society The Forty-first annual session will begin October 1, 1908, and continues eight months. Four Year's Graded Course in Medicine. Course in Dental Surgery. Course in Pharmacy. Medicine is offered. Full corps of Laboratories. The new Freedman'sical college, just completed at a cost of medical facilities. Graduate school and polyclinic will run six weeks for Medical course Three Year's Graded Conrse in Dental Surgery. Three Year's Graded Course in Pharmacy. An optional 5-year course in Medicine is offered. Full corps of instructors. Well equipped laboratories. The new Freedman's Hoppital, which adjoins the Medical college, just completed at a cost of $500,000 offers unexcelled clinical facilities. The third session of the post-graduate school and polyclinic will will begin may 9, 1909, and continue six weeks for Medical course and four weeks for Dental course. For further information or Catalogue, write EILL, M. D., Secretary, Florida Ave., Washington, D. C. W. C. McNEILL, M. D., Secretary, 539 Florida Ave., Washington, D. C. draw in order to give Jackson a clear field. It is the duty of the white Republicans to deal square and we can see no reason why Rev. Jackson should not be elected. James Lander, of Chicago, is the guest of his sister, Mrs. A. J. Tandy. The Misses Black, of Atchison, are visiting at the nome of Mrs. Webb. Master C. J. Gross is visiting in Witchita. Messrs. Lee Frame, Loyd Richman and Jess Clemens spent the Fourth in Witchita. Miss Ethel Gross, of Saint Joseph is spending her vacation with James Gross and family. Mrs. U. S. Rickman entertained at 6 o'clock dinner the first of the week complimentary to Mesdames James and Henry DePriest and Miss Lizzie Anderson, of Salina, who are visiting Mrs. Gross. Covers was laid for ten. Mrs. Paige is on the sick list. Mrs. I. Wilson, of Chicago, is visiting her aunt, Mrs. H.Petrie. HIGGINSVILLE, MO. Dr. W. H. Howard, of Lexington, passed through here last week en route to Gilliam. Howard Thompson lost his life while swimming in Davis creek Wednesday. It is believed that he was overcome by cramps as he was a good swimmer. His remains were entered here on Friday. Thompson had been here only a short time coming here from Kansas City. Ihes. Williams returned Wednesday from Warrensberg, where he attended the Sunday School convention F. B. Brown left Sunday for Moberly on business. 1867 OUT FOR THE LEGISLATURE! Rev. D. B. Jackson, candidate for representative from the Tenth district, Wyandotte county, subject to the Republican primaries Aug. 4, '08, is one of Kansas City's most substantial citizens and a heavy taxpayer. He was born in Shelby county, Tenn., in 1860 and removed with his parents to Crittenden county, Ark., when 12 years of age. He has been a Christian and a church worker since 1882. He is a graduate of Roger-Williams University, Nashville, Tenn, and taught in the public schools of Arkansas for ten years. He has been engaged in the ministry REV D. B. JACKSON a number of years and has served the Eighth Street Baptist church since 1900. Of all the offices to be nilled, this is the only one asked for by the colored people. They are offering a man who is well qualified, honest and progressive and will do much for the business interest of the city. All of the white candidates concede that the colored people deserve recognition on the ticket, and will put forth an effort to get the candidate in this district to with- TOPEKA KAN 1908 NEWTON NOTES. ANNOUNCEMENTS SHAWNEE COUNTY. Every Republican in the county is at work preparing for the State Primary Aug. 4. In order that our readers may be posted as to who is in the running, we will carry the following announcements until after the nominations have been made. All are excellent gentlemen, and it is up to the voters to pick out the best: JOHN F. FBY hereby announces himself as a candidate for the office of County Superintendent of Public Instruction of Shawnee county, subject to the Republican primaries. JAMES C. SHIMFIT, 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. PHILIPPS, hereby announces himself as a candidate for Representative with District. Subject to the decision of the Republican Primaries. DR. H. H. KIETH hereby announces himself as a candidate for Coroner Subject to the Republican Primaries. BFN JOHNSON hereby announces himself as a candidate for Sheriff. Subject to the Republican Primaries. CLAD HAMILTON hereby announces himself as a candidate for Senate. Subject to the Republican Primaries. NOTICE. The date of the Sunflower Grand Lodge, Knights of Pythias has been changed and the Grand session will convene August 18th, in Galena, Kansas. IF YOU WANT~~ Employment, See MRS. ELLA STOVALL 646 Minnesota Ave. Who is in communication with the very best people who seek good help. The Kansas Packing House Market Dealers in first-class fresh and cured Meats, Celery, Poultry, Fish and Butterine. Game of all kinds in season OYSTERS A SPECIALTY 300 to 310 East Second Street Both Phones 104. The Coffee Cafe Ladies and Gentlemen. ROLLINS & EGGELSTON. PROPRIETORS. 121 S. Second St., GUTHRIF, OKLA. In looking up news items were surprised to find that our people did notice the excellent opportunity to make money. The "H H" club declared a dividend on April 20th. One boy who was bright enough to look after the matter, cashed in his cards at $2 73 each. Through the negligence or oversight of some people who might have taken his place in the dividends they neglected and lost that excellent opportunity. Every 48-lb sack of flour contains a card. Each of these cards is worth five cents in the purchase from the Topeka Milling Co. of one Universal Bread Kneader. There is another way these cards can be used. Ask your grocer about it and if he cannot give you the information, ask the Topeka Milling Co. to explain it to you. A contest is now on which expires November 30th. A similar contest expired April 2nd, 1908, and some some of the cards in that contest were actually worth $2.72 each. It will pay you to sit up and take notice. Mrs. Bettie Chiles is ill at her home on East Twelfth street. Presiding Elder J. R. Ransom was in the city one day last week. Mrs. Winnie Patterson, Thirteenth and Chandler. is numbered among the sick. Mr. William Ransom of the state house is still suffering with a very bad cough. Miss Clara Williams left Wednesday for Atchison to visit.Mrs. Bertha Barnett. Miss Ethel Gross left Sunday for Newton, where she will visit her uncle and family. Mr. Louis Ransom has returned from Leavenworth, where he has been on business. Misses Mamie and Anna Brown left Wednesday for a visit in Kansas City and Chicago. Stoneestreet and Hamilton are painting, papering and beautifying their undertaking parlors. Miss Bertha Harlan left Thursday evening for Leavenworth to spend the remainder of the summer. Mrs. W. P. Webb with her two little daughters, Willena and Helena, are visiting in Kansas City. Miss Ellen Page left Wednesday for Omaha, she will spend the sum mer with her sister, Mrs. John Pegg Dr. A. R. Eagleson was in the city Monday. He is preparing to open dental parlors in Oklahoma City. Fred Howell, formerly of Manhattan, but now a resident of Colorado Springs, was an agreeable caller Monday. Mrs. Ellen O Neal of Denver, Colo., is v'siting in the city, the guest of Mrs. Henry Lacy and other friends. Misses Faunie Foster and Helen McLain, who are attending K. U. summer school, epent the Fourth at home with their parents. Mr. J. Mord. Allen entertained Mr. and Mrs. D. Ray and Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Wright at a delightful crawdad supper Saturday evening. Catherine Hall, aged six months, died at the family home on East Tenth street Tuesday. The funeral was held Wednesday from the home --- For rent to churches, clubs or private parties. Term reasonable. For information call 2071 Bell Phone. Coal, Feed, Hay, Etc., OF JAS. C, SHIMER, Mrs. J. R. Ransom left Tuesday for Fort Scott, to be there until Thursday. She then left for Persons, where her daughter, Ethel, is visiting. From there the two will journey home together, Henry Fuel, who has be n ill for several weeks, left a few days ago for Texas, where he will visit his brother. It is earnestly hoped that the change of climate will restore him back to health. Mrs Ida M. Jordan will leave Monday as a delegate to the grand session of the International Order of Twelve of the Kansas and Nebraska jurisdiction, which meets in Atchison. Fred Johnson, an old schoolmate of this writer whom we had not seen in twenty years, was an agreeable caller last Friday evening. He is a chef on the U. P. running from here to Denver. We were more than glad to see him. Isaac Lane, D. D., L. L. D. will leave to fill his place in Memphis, Tenn. the first week in September He was a delegate to the educational convocation which convened in Jackson, Tenn. last August, at which time over $7,000 was raised to foster education in the church and race. Another lodge of Knights of Pythias is soon to be set up in this city. Prof. Clinkscale is securing names for the new lodge and is meeting with much success. There is a large number of men who have "dropped out" of the order and it is largely from this class that the new lodge is to be recruited, Prof. Clinkscale has a large list of names of some of the best men in the city and the personel of the new lodge will be second to none. Mrs. Allen Alexander entertained Tuesday evening complimentary to Miss Rose Bell of Ft. Smith, Ark The evening was spent in music, dancing and progressive whist. Mr. Charles Green and Miss Clara Williams were awarded first prize and Mr. Glenn Watkins and Miss Cora Jones the booby. All who attended expressed themselves as having a delightful time and hostess an ideal entertainer. The out of town guests were Miss Swisch of Columbia, Mo. and William Brashers of Colorado. Among the delightful events in Topeka society last week was the musical given by Mr. and Mrs. John M. Wright at their home on Western avenue in honor of Mr. McGruder of Denver. The several selections were delightful and pleasing Among the selections were vocal solos by Mrs Wright, George Lee, I. Lisenby, Clarence Olden, and instrumental selections by Misses Alberta Guy. Georgia Watkins and Mr. McGruder, who is a musician of note. He rendered several selections of his own composition, which were pleasing. The Ladies' Sewing Circle of St. John A. M. E. church met with Mrs. Lucy Harris, Seventeenth and Harrison streets, Wednesday afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. J. D. Johnson very pleasantly entertained at a three course dinner Thursday evening in honor of Mr. L. L. McGruder of Denver, Colo. Mrs Allen Alexander entertained Tuesday in honor of Miss Rose Bell of Fort Smith, Ark. A goodly number was present and all spent a delightful evening. Prof. George W. Jackson and his Twenty-third Regiment band rendered music for a big celebration at Richland on the Fourth. The band is in excellent shape and delighted the many visitors. As a band master, Prof Jackson stands at the head of the profession, and when he presents a band to the public you can bank on it as being right. THE PLAINDEALER longs for the day when Prof. Jackson and this organization will receive the support that is richly due them. Mrs. Belle Beunnett entertained on the Fourth at the home of Miss Cora Bennett for her niece, Miss Ethel Gross of St. Joseph, Mo. The parlors were gaily decorated in holiday attire and presented a beautiful sight. Whist was the principal amusement of the occasion. Miss Cyrene Smith captured the first prize and Miss Rose Bell the consolation. Those present were Misses Cyrene Smith, Grace Atkinson, Lulu Odell, Pearl McNeal, Mattie Sneed, Grace McConnell, Irene Scott, Ida Swisch of Columbia, Mo., Rose Bell of Ft. Smith, Ark., Bessie Bennett, Clara Williams, Cooper, Hattie Harper, Ellen Page, Mesdames William Brasher of Denver, Allen Alexander John Page and Dawley of Kansas City. Those who celebrated the Fourth at Wilson's Garden had the time of their lives. About 700 people visited the garden and were delightfully entertained. Music was furnished by Wilson's superb orchestra and from the opening till the close, the big payilion was filled with merry dancers. The barbecued beef, pork and chicken was the best ever, and relished by ever, body. The orchestra is composed of Miss Ogeal Wilson, violin; Mrs. Dora Al exander. piano; David H. Beard, cornet; Roy Wilson, mandolin. The music was superb and proved the oft repeated statement that this organization stands away up in the ranks of the best in the middle west The cornet playing of David H Beard was a feature in itself. Fort tone and expression there are but few colored cornet players in his class. Miss Wilson, the director, is a violinist of more than ordinary ability, and her playing is always appreciated. "Pride of the Kaw" Flour, none better made. Miss Ellena Smith or Lawrence passed through the city Tuesday en route to Atchison, accompanied by Miss Alma Lett, who has been visiting in Lawrence. Mrs. Maggie Fisher died Monday at her home 2114 East Sixth street. She was 24 years of age. The funeral was held Wednesday afternoon from the Third Baptist church. We have secured applications for teachers. Parties desiring well qualified teachers, address PRAIN DEAIR. Mrs. Rosa Price of Los Angeles, Calif. spent a few days in the city last week visiting relatives and friends. Rev. Bowen oi Western University will lecture at St. John A. M. E. church Monday evening, July 13th. Don't fail to hear him. Mrs: M. Davis of Trenton, Mo is visiting her brother, Prof. C. F. Clinkscale. Mrs Fannie Dawley of Kansas City, Mo., who has been in the city canvassing Dunbar's work's, has returned home. A CLUB PICNIC. The young people in the neighborhood of Calhoun Bluffs have organized a social and literary club the name of which is the Pleasant Hour Country club, and celebrated the Fourth in fine style at the grove on the James farm, eight miles out Quite a number were present some going out on a hay rack, others in buggies and wagons. The party enjoyed the cool fresh breezes, popped fire crackers and played ring games to pass away the time. A couple of swings helped to make the occasion pleasant. Mue Lulu Jamison carried off the honors of the day, a lovely American flag. Dinner was served by the housekeepers present and partaken of with great relish. In addition to the great plates of fried, baked and stewed chickeu which is always in evidence at a country picnic, and the one dozen different kinds of cakes and pies, there were five gallons of delicious homemade ice cream and lemonade in plenty. The officers of the P. H. C. C are as follows: Homer James, president; William Davis, 1st vice president; Miss Myrle Porter, 2nd vice; Miss Frances Jamison, secretary; Miss Gussie Haley, treasurer; members of executive board, Meadames F. B. Barber and Otto Hendrickson and Miss Ada James. LIRST AFRICAN A splendid sermon was delivered Sunday morning by the pastor. The subject was "Regeneration", and his remarks were opportune. A lecture will be delivered to the Christian Endeavor society Sunday evening by a gentleman who is a native of Calcutta, India. Every one should hear him, as he is said to be an interesting speaker. The evening service was very poorly attended. Services were conducted by Rev. Carr who delivered another good sermon from Jonah 1.6 The Sewing Circle meets this afternoon in conjunction with the Willing Workers club at the residence of Mrs. L. D. Warner, Ninth and Clay. All members of both organizations are requested to attend. Communion was administered to a large portion of the membership at the morning service. Rev. Alexander assisted the pastor. Rev. T. J. Carr is again absent from the city. He is attending the association in Kansas City. To the Knights and Daughters of Tabor, Maids and Pages of Honor, Greeting:— The Seventeenth Annual Session of the Grand Temple and Tabernacle for Kansas-Nebraska Jurisdiction will convene in Taborian Hall, in the city of Atchison, State of Kansas, Tuesday, July 11th, A. D. 1008, at 10:00 o'clock a. m., and will continue in session the 15th, 16th, 17th and 18th. Preliminary Session—The Board of Grand Curators is requested to meet Tuesday afternoon, July 14th. Representatives--Temples are requested to send their C. M. or V. M. and pay their traveling expenses and board. Tabernacles are requested to send their H. P. or V. P. and pay their traveling expenses and board. Palatiums their P. P. or V. P. and pay their traveling expenses and board. Tents are to send their Q. M. or V. Q. M. and pay their traveling expenses and board. Take Due Notice--All Temples Tabernacles, Palatiums and Tents must be represented, as the law is positive on this point. Endowment Receipts—Send or bring all receipts that you have received from the Endowment Secretary since the last Grand Session to to this Grand Session, as per Constitution, page 169 article 21, and put them in the hands of the Committee. Be On Time-As our work is done by Committees, we want all delegates represented on some one of the Committee at the hour of opening. Annual Sermon-The Annual Sermon will be preached by Rev. Sir C. G. Fishback, C. G. O. Wednesday night, July 15th. All members must be present in full dress regalia. The committee on the conditions of Colored Americans of the Jurisdiction will make report. Sir C. G. Fishback, Sir C. M. Johnson, Sir W. N. Miller, Dtr. 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CONVENTION The annual convention of the Baptist Sunday Schools of the state was held last week at the Metropolitan Baptist church, Kansas City, Kansas, of which Rev. E Arlington Wilson, president of the Baptist State convention, is pastor. Much credit is due the pastor, officers and ladies of the reception committee for the attention paid to the visitors, who said they had never been so royally entertained as by the people of this church. There were delegates from all portions of the state, and much credit is due President H. I. Monroe, of Sunday School convention and Rev. M. S. Jones, president of the B. Y. P. U., Rev. Stokes, Mesdames W. L. Grant, E. A. Wilson, G. A. Kiner and many others who are working for the success of this great Christian organization which is doing much for the uplift of the race. Miss Bessie Rosson of Kansas City delivered an eloquent welcome address to the messengers of the State B. Y P. U convention The address showed careful thought and preparation. Miss Rosson is a graduate of the Kansas City High school and one of the most intellectual and eloquent young ladies of the state Miss Matte Bradshaw of Topeka, a recent graduate of the State Normal, made the response, which was received with great satisfaction to the entire audience. More than $279 was collected at this convention The B. Y, P. U. elected the following officers for the ensuing year. President, Rev. M. S. Jones, K. Scott, vice presidents: Rev C. G. Scott, Osage, John Jackson, Newton, Mrs. F. D. Michael, Kansas City, Miss Mae Helm. Emporia, Rev Dudley Hunt, Leavenworth, James Wilson, Ottawa; recording secretary, Miss Mattie Bradshaw Lopeka, corresponding secretary and state organizer, Rev. N J Stokes, Paola; treasurer, Washington Lewis, Ottawa The following are the officers of the State S. S. convention for the ensuing year: President. H I. Monroe, vice president at large, Miss Olive Henderson; district vice presidents, J. E. Lewis, Wichita; Miss Farinda Crouch, Lawrence; R January, N J Stokes, Paola; Independence, C. Teal, G T. Raimey, Nicodemus; recording secretary, Mrs. E. A Wilson, K C; cor sec'y. Mrs W. L Grant, K C.; treas Weir. COFFEYVILLE NOTES The A.M. church was the scene of a brilliant gathering last Friday evening, when a program was given that would have been a credit to any city or church in the country. Dr U.E. Jones, of Kansas City, delivered a brilliant address upon the subject, "We Two," which was a masterful discourse, showing deep thought and sound reason. Many of the delegates who were attending the convention at Independence came down to see a good town and attend the lecture, among them, Miss Bertha Cole of Kansas City, Mrs Brooks of Omawatomie and Prof. French and Dr Horsey of Kansas City. Miss Cole entertained with one of her splendid readings, Prof. French gave a short talk and Mrs Brooks recited. Enterprise Maronic Lodge No. 70 gave a public installation on the 23rd, which was conducted by C. H. M. Collins, Grand Master, and was pronounced a success, even if the inclement weather cut down the attenlance. The following were the officers installed: S G Toole, W A; W H Haskell, S W; R H Hightower, J W; N D Lyons, See'y; J Thompson, Treasurer; S Riley, S D; Robert Hoard, J D; C F Fields. WHEN IN ATCHISON, VISIT... IN THE CITY The only up-to-date : 222 NORTH SIXTH ST. Tyler; Charles Killingworth, S S; J H Sumners, J S. Miss Bertha Cole is visiting with her brother John Cole, 501 E. th John Elas attended the convention in Kansas City this week, representative of the Macedonia Baptist church of this city. Some of the young people sprung a surprise on Mr Toole and wife, on last Wednesday evening and incidentally showered them with chinas of which many beautiful pieces were received. The young folks took charge of things and made themselves at home, serving delicate refreshments and giving a little impromptu dance afterwards, leaving at a late hour. All parties seem to have enjoyed themselves, both the surprisers and the surprised. TAKE NOTICE. Owing to ill health our distin guished Grand Lecturer, Prof E J Hawkins, he has been unable to visit the Masonic lodges of the jurisdiction but as he is gradually improving he hopes to be able to visit several before the grand lodge convenes in Topeka. C. H. M. COLLINS, G. M. NOIICE. Miss Anna E. Smith, 430 Washington Avenue, Kansas City, Kars who recently graduated from Western University in dress making, millinery and domestic science, is open for engagements. Parties in need of competent persoius in either one of the above branches will write this young lady, who is seeking employment and comes well recommended to carry out either of the above to a successful completion. 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Bell will make a char coal likences of the logical candidate for Governor. 5. Speech by Capt. H. M. Philipps, COMMITTEE: J. S. Chiles, A. J. Wilson, J. S. Chiles, PUBLICATION NOTICE. In the District Court of Shawnee County, Kansas. William Quilliam, Plaintiff, 18 Josephine Quilliam, Defendant. Josephine Quilliam, the above named defendant, is hereby notified that she has been sued for a divorce in the District Court of Shawnee County, Kansas, on the grounds of cruel treatment and gross neglect of duty, and unless she appears and answers to the petition filed by said plaintiff in said court on or before the 3rd day of July, 1908, the allegations in said petition will be taken as true and judgment entered in said court divorcing the plaintiff from said defendant. WILLIAM QUILLIAM. By his attorney, W. I. JAMISON First published May 22nd, 1908. PUBLICATION NOTICE No. 24968 In the District Court of Shawnee County, State of Kansas. Elmer Durbin, Plaintiff. vs Bertha Durbin Defendant. State of Kansas to said Defendant: State of Kansas to said Defendant: You are hereby notified that you have been sued in the District Court of Shawnee County, Kansas, by the abovenamed plaintiff. Elmer Durlin, whose petition in said case was ed on the 25th day of May, A. D 908 and that unless you answer aid petition or appear herein on before the tenth day of July, A. D 1908, the allegations in said petition will be taken as true and a judgment rendered against you divorcing said plaintiff from you and for all other equitable and proper relief stated in said petition. EIMER DURBIN, Plaintiff. J J. KING, Att'y for Piff. Attest: R. L. THOMAS, (SPAL) Clerk District Court First Published May 20th, '08 Rev. J. M. Pope, Legal Notices PUBLICATION NOTICE In the District Court of Shawnee County, Kansas. Livonia J. Tincher, Plaintiff, vs No. 24996 Charles I. Tincher, Defendant, The State of Kansas to Charles I. Tincher, defendant above named;— You will take notice that the above named plaintiff, Livonia J. Tincher, did, on the 4th day of June, 1908, file her petition for divorce in said District Court, within and for the county of Shawnee and state of Kansas, against you as defendant, and that you, the said Charles I. Tincher, must answer said petition filed as aforesaid, on or before the 24th day of July. 1908, or said petition will be taken as true and judgment rendered in said action against you accordingly, forever divorcing you from the said plaintiff Livonia J Tincher, and for such other and further relief as said plaintiff may be entitled to. By W. I JAMIFON. Attest: Attorney for plaintiff. R. L., THOMAS, Clerk of the District Court. First published June 12th, 1908. TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN --Be it known that my application is now on file in the office of the probate court of Shawnee county, Kansas, asking for a permit to sell intoxicating liquors according to law at 921 Kansas avenue, in the Third ward of the city of Topeka, Shawnee courty, State of Kansas. Hearing is set for Saturday, July 11, 1908, at 10 o'clock a. m. E. S. I. BE. First Published June 5, '08. 6. National Medley by Band and charcoal drawing of the logical candidate for United States Senator by Robt. E. Bell. Before the opening of the evening program, the Band will play several selections during which time the Artist will make many portraits of leading men of the country including the logical candidate for President. Everybody is cordially invited. son, R. E. Bell. PUBLICATION NOTICE In the District Court of Shawnee County, State of Kansas. Beaie Taylor, Plaintiff. 18 No. 24973 Edward Taylor. 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Dr Horsey and several other delegates also stopped over. Our visiting friends boosted us as to business. We feel that we are doing well, but there is room for much more to be done. Let us do what we ought and boost ourselves by patronizing ourselves, showing our race pride and making it possible for more business. Clem Wilson and wife, of Independence, were Sunday visitors. Miss. Willis Nelson is visiting in Texas for a few weeks. We cannot see what the Negro means when he says he is for W. J. Bryar, unless he endorses Bro. Hamkell's Jim Crow plans in Oklahoma, for Mr Bryan was his adviser. Say, loo, it's time to wake up. Don't throw away your votes. If the Republic in party has not done its whole duty the Democrat party has not done any of it. Miller Bros. are opening a tailoring and French dry-cleaning establishment in the new Odd Fellow Block. Miss Davis, formerly of New Orleans, La. now of Independence, was in town on Sunday. If you want any more good times see it at voting time by scratching the Demo's out of existence. LIBERTY, MO. The institute for colored teachers closed a 2 week session July 2nd. About 25 teachers were in attendance and much interest was shown in the character of the work done A gazpict was tendered them by the citizens, which was held Friday night at the Baptist church. The following resolutions were unanimously adopted by the teacher. We, the colored teachers of N. W. Missouri, are closing an interesting, active and instructive session of Institute work along educational lines, during which period we have made an effort to raise the standard of educational training of our young teachers by advising upon and discussing those questions which lead into the great highway of pedagogical truths, and where we have been instructed and directed by a man of endeavor, energy, perceptive instinct, broad, comprehensive views and high scholarly attainments, in the person of Prof. B. B Tully. We have learned from him what great educational forces are, Therefore, be it resolved: That we extend to Prof. Tully our thanks for the time and service he has given to our institute. And be it further resolved: That we as teachers, knowing the one aim and end of all education is to ward a higher, nobler and better life, highly commend the w and taken by the Hon. A. M. Dackery, and the able manner in which he defended the political rights of the Negro by opposing their disfranchisement. Resolved, that a copy of these resolutions be sent to the PLAIN- DEALER, at Topeka, Kansas, for publication F. H. RIDGE, C. L. RORRSON, A. A. HUGHES. WINFIELD, KANS Miss Dollie Foust spent Wednesday in Arkansas City with relatives and friends. Ernest Saunders came over from Wellington last Saturday to spend a few days with home folks. Mrs Andrews Dody, of Arkansas City, spent Saturday and Sunday in the city, the guest of her husband, who has some fine horses at the fair ground. Mrs Thomas Campbell was on the s. k list last Saturday, but is better Mrs Gus Tidwell spent a few days in Wichita, last week, the guest of her husband. Mrs Archie Brown is visiting relatives and friends in Hutchinsan. Wm. Buchanan and F. S. Germeny have taken charge of the St. James kitchen All the leading hotels in the city are now run with colored chefs. Aaron Dixon was down from Oxford last Sunday. Lawrence Work, of Oxford, attended W. V. Lodge No. 55, last Thursday. While here he bought nice pigs and shipped them home. He is one of Cowley county's most successful farmers, and harvested recently 175 acres of wheat, some of which was very good Rev Warder has organized the Second Baptist church into 2 clubs, one of which is called the Santa Fe with Mrs J. W. Wood president; the other the Frisco with Mrs Jesse Banks president. They are working hard for the rally the 4th Sunday in July. The Frisco gave a necktie social last Friday evening at the residence of A. Charles and wife, which was well attended. Each club has badges and is doing all it can to beat the other. Miss Willie Brown and brother Oscar are visiting their grandmother, Mrs Pinett, at Independence. Miss Daisy Dody, of Arkansas City, spent Saturday and Sunday in the city, the guest of her sister. Mesdames C. E. Waldon, Alonzo Monroe, W. F. Warder, and G A. Nichols were on the sick list last week. Wm. Peedon and wife and the mother of the latter, Mrs White, of Arkansas City, who are doing well on the farm, northeast of Winfield, were guests of the Foust sisters on last Sunday. RICHMOND, MO. DEAR EDITOR:—Please allow us space in your valuable paper to state that the St. Joseph A M E District conference met at Weston, Mo., on the 23rd day of June, 190 On account of the high water it was thought by many that the meeting would be dull, with an uninteresting gathering, but to the surprise of all it turned out to be one of great interest and profit to both visitors and citizens. The conference was called to order by the P. E., Rev. Dr. M. L. Bryant, associated with the Rev Dr Beale, Presiding Elder of the Columbia district, and the hymn 293, "How beauteous are their feet who stand on Zion's Hill." Prayer was offered by Rev E. Pittman. "Will there be any Stars in my Crown," was sung by the choir. P. E Bryant selected as a text 1st Cor., 15-58, "Therefore, my beloved brethren, be steadfast, unmovable, always abounding." The sermon was of a high order, soul stirring and impressive. After the sermon Dr R. L. Beale assisted in the administration of the Sacrament. After an old-fashioned handshaking, the organization was perfected. Reports from the various charges were highly encouraging and showed a high degree of spiritual and financial prosperity over the district. Dr S C. Caldwell was present and represented the Allen Christian Endeavor League in high order. Success to the Doctor; he is the right man in the right place. Only a few ministers were absent on account of high water. All the claims were fully paid up, and all told the District raised * 109 35. The preaching during the conference reflected much credit upon both the ministers and conference. Dr. Bryant is a man of rare executive ability, hence the significant results of his conference, from start to finish, were grand. The opening of no Annual Conference could have been more impressive. In view of the fact, with such scholarly ladies as Miss En'a Cooper, district Sunday School superintendent, Mrs. Lilian Booker, district superintendent of the Allen Christian Endeavor League, together with the loyal members and the highly faithful ministers, under God following our noble hearted chieftain, the man of God and leader of men, the Right Reverend Bishop Abram Grant, D. D., and our own Presiding Elder, Rev. Dr. M. S. Bryant, the large hearted man of God, a lover of his church and race, the St. Joseph District will continue to lead, setting the pace, and saying to others. "Follow our wake." Though held in a rural district, far from the busy life of the city, "the rumbling of wheels" and the clink of the hammer, amid fields and forests where the chief sound is the farmer's bell, this District Conference has passed into history as one which has stamped its impression indelibly on the hearts and minds of the people. All honor to the pastor and good people of Weston for the splendid manner in which they entertained the conference. The District congrtulates your excellent paper and commends it to the reading public. R.V. W. H. BURNETTE. Reporter, Richmond, Mo. WEIR CITY, KANS Two colored officers came up from Mineral on the 4th and arrested a colored man for the murder of a white man, but he proved not to be the man wanted and was released. F. L. Martin, attorney at law, and Dr R. S. Whittaker, were in the city on the 5th and will open office 163 W. 4th St., Pittsburgh. We wish them success. Mr Martin was raised in Cherokee county, 18 miles south of Weir, and Dr Whittaker is from Tennessee. Rev Brown went to Mineral to preach at 3 p. m. on the 5th, returning at night J. G. Lomax, who has been a shot firer ever since 1893, was at last burned very badly, on the 2nd, but at this writing is resting very well. He is one of the 22nd's boys of 1898. John Smith and wife, formerly of this place, returned on the 5th from Colorado, to make this their home. Mendames Ella Young, Lillie Duprce and Lillie Sanders went over to Cherokee on the 6th, to see one of their sick members. Mendames Mamie Edmonson and S. A. Kinnell left on the 7th for the western part of the state, on a missionary visit. SPRINGFIELD, MO Thos. Campbell, of Denver, Col., surprised his mother and friends by a visit to the city, while en route to Denver from Chicago. H. F. McClure and wife, of St. Joseph, Mo., were visiting in this city, the guests of J. T. Cooper and wife, 930 South Grant street. They are quite well known here, the lady, formerly Miss De, Priest, having been a teacher in the Lincoln High school. They returned via St.Joseph, en route to St Paul, Minn. Miss L. A. Herndon, of Jacksonville, Illis., was in the city visiting friends, guest of Mrs Campbell. Miss Bertha Webb has returned from an extended visit in Arizona. We regret to report the death of the infant daughter of Creed Young and wife, of 1007 Sherman street. Friends extend condolence to the relatives of Miss Mame Blakey, who passed from our midst this week. Mrs Fred Williams entertained her local and visiting friends at a 6 o'clock dinner, Monday, June 22. Mr Clair, head waiter at Springfield's new Columbia hotel, entertained on Monday night in banquet form, in honor of the Dunbur club. Members and friends partook of a delicious supper, after which toasts were in order and rendered by and in honor of the members, host and friends. Mr Williams and Miss Lena Hayden entertained at the home of J. S. Hardrick and wife, in honor of the Dunbar club. Progressive whist was enjoyed by all, after which the floor was cleared and all entered with a new vigor into the dances of the evening. James Hardrick proved himself a delightful entertainer at the piano. Punch of an exquisite quality was served by the charming young hostess and at the close of the dance program all were seated and served to a delicious repast of i.e cream and cake, both so designed as to carry out the color scheme of the evening. Mrs J. T. Cooper entertained in honor of H T McClure and wife, of St Joseph, on Friday evening, June 26 After engaging heartily in progressive whist, followed by lovely selections by Prof. McCain, the charming hostess served a delicious repast of ice cream, cake and assorted mints of all kinds, which portrayed the pink and white color scheme for the occasion. Mrs Edward Wilburn entertained Tuesday, June 30, at o'clock dinner, the affair being very formal and the preparations superb. William Smith, wife and daughter. Naomi, entertained at home, at progressive whist. The merits of the game were more than evidenced by the participants, after which a sumptuous supply of watermelon and delicious novelty Neopolitan ice cream and cake were served. Miss Della Thompson, of St Louis, niece of Mrs Ada Stevenson, is here visiting for two or more weeks; we trust her stay may be a pleasant one. Mesdames Mitchell and Florence Robbins are on the sick list. Mrs James Brewer and daughter Are You Sick? Makes a Specialty of treating Colored Patrons. We are pre prepared to give Mineral and Mud Bathe, Russian and Vapor. You Will be Surprised at the Good you will get out of our Treatments and the mineral Water of this Beautiful Health Resort spent the Fourth in Osceola, visiting Rev Grant and wife. Mr Bush, formerly of Springfield now of St Louis, was in the city, last evening, shaking hands with his many friends. CANON CITY, COLO. Mrs Ed Johnson and daughter, Louise, went to Rocky Ford to spend the 4th with Mr Johnson. Mrs John Hayes left Friday for Alamoosa to join her husband. Mrs T. M. Russell and daughter, Kunice, spent the 4th in Denver. A party spent the 4th, picnicing at Sell's Island. All the delicacies of the season were carried in huge lunch baskets and the amusements were, fishing, swimming and hunting while plenty of fireworks were on the grounds. D L Britton and wife spent the 4th in Pueblo. Wilford Penny went to Pueblo on Thursday. A DRAWING BUSINESS. 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