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TOPEKA PLAINDEALER The Black Man's Silent Power! Over and over in articles I have spoken of the Negro as a national, not a Southern issue; and in politics this is peculiarly true. Though having few Republicans, the South, through its office-holding Republican delegations, has largely influenced the choice of more than one Republican president. The "Solid South" is as useful to the Republican party as to the Democratic party. Why the certainty expressed by the Republican politicians of the nomination of Taft? Because the national organization feels sure it can control the Southern delegations. It counts on the "Solid South." NUMBER 29 nation. Owing to disfranchisement and "Jim Crow" laws, thousands of Negroes have moved Northward and settled in the great cities, until to day Negro voters, though they may not (as has been claimed) hold the balance of power, yet wield a great influence in the politics of at least four states—Indiana, Ohio, New Jersey, and Rhode Island—and are also considerable factors in the political destiny of Illinois, Pennsylvania, New York, and Delaware. The potential influence of the Negro voter in the North is excellently illustrated in the present campaign for the Republican nomination to the presidency, especially in the fight in Ohio between Foraker and Taft and in the eagerness displayed by Taft to placate the Negro vote. In still another way the Negro affects the entire nation. Through its attitude of exclusion the South exercises an influence on national legislation out of all proportion to its voting population. Though nearly all Negroes are disfranchised, as well as a large number of white voters, all those disfranchised voters are counted in the allotment of Congressmen to Southern states. Where one vote counts as much as eight. Out of this has grown a curious condition. Georgia, for example, has eleven congressmen, for whom in 1902 were cast only 10,447 votes; while Delaware, with only one congressman, cast 41,872 votes. In 1901 Alabama, Arkansas; Georgia, and Mississippi, which have 37 members in Congress, cast only 41,516 votes; while Massachusetts, alone, with only 14 congressmen, cast 115,099 votes. Here, for example, is the record of South Carolina in 1902: Total population of voting age, both white and colored. 293,325 Total white voting pop. 130,374 Total actual vote in 1902 for congressmen. 32,145 Total Democratic vote which elected eleven congressmen. 20,343 Thus in South Carolina a little over 2,000 votes elected a congressman, whereas it requirtd 14,00 votes to elect a congressman in Pennsylvania, and 16,000 in New York. Under the present system of political control in the South, therefore, one voter in South Carolina is as influential in national legislation as nearly seven voters in Pennsylvania and eight in New York. Now, I am not here criticising this condition; I am merely endeavoring to set down the facts as I find them. My purpose is to illustrate the profound and far-reaching effect of the Negro issue upon the nation. And is it not curious, when all is said, to observe how this rejected black man, whom the South has attempted to eliminate utterly from politics, has for years, and is today, changing and warping the entire government of this nation in the most fundamental way! Did he not cause a civil war, the results of which still curse the country? And though excluded in large measure from the polls, does he not in reality cast his mighty vote for presidents, congressmen, and governors? [TO BE CONTINUED] ee MEMPHIS, TENN It has been come time eince you have heard from thie section of the country, We are atill alive and everybody as a rule xeems to be in a healthy state and continuing to be onamove, We «hall not now go into the details of conditions ae they aie now evistivg along business, re ligions, cducational and political offzire, We shall speak of them later; it ie sufficient to say that ev- eryboly secins to be impreesed with the sprit of awakening along the above lines. Everybody seems to mtke special ing tines about Mr. Nick Chiles and hin writings. They all join in send+ Jog congratulations for the valaable tervice that tyon have rendered to our race. ATCHISON, KANSAS. Mise Clara Williams, of ‘Topeka, is the guest of Mre, O. J. Barnett, ou “N” etreet. .....Rev. Terrell and wife, wre. Glover and wise HL Ingram returned on Friday morning from lott Scott, where they attends ed the Mite miesionary convention. o.oo dtive Ellena Sinith, of Law- rence, is vietting Mise Alma Lett, . . Miss Evangeline Sawyere, of Kanear City, came up Sunday, to viet kin, Mieeee Estella and Annte Black are visiting in Newton. . . sSamnel Brown and wife Suns dayed in Leavenworth. ..,Vhe Daughters of Bethel gave their an- nualdril at T. E hall, Thursday evening, 3 large crowd being in at- tendance,......Thomas Johnson ie beheved to be fatally 11] at bis home on Divieion street. Hix illness is due to old age, Mrs. Charles Porter extended her hospitality to the members ot the J. O. W. club, ectertaining them at her home on Monday afternoon. Mesdames E, Lett captured the first prize, Kuch. Nunn the eecond, Jones the guest prize, All had a delightful time, Dr G, G, Brown, of Wichita, ix echahing bands with friends in the city.... Henry Fletcher is spending the week in the country with Goss nold Hudson ...Emmerson Solli- van died at his home Sunday aim, aftera bitef illness, aged zo. He was widely Known as an evception. ally good boy. He professed a hope in Chriet several years ago and was a faithful Christian until death, He Jeavera fa her, mother, two sister, two brothers and a host of friends to pourn his loss, ‘the funeral was held ata wn church oa Tuesday, | Rev A.C, Terrell officiating, Jtems left over from fast week: |! The Thelmeniin girls and Petro-| niin boys pueniced at Forest park, | Sunday.... 0. Miss Hina Matthews | returned un Monday from a week's] vieitin St. Joseph with her sister oe.) Howard Walker, ev Cohe sen ond wife and lighter, of st. Foreph, Mesdames Saniuels, Pointer || and dinghter, Leavenworth, atter de] nd the mueption given atthe Tl Kft all Tuceday cvening im honor off. Rev Ulake and family, Miss Sarmille Wileon entertamed at six} Yeolock dinner Monday,compliment | ry tu Mies Beatris Hughes, of ‘te Jorephi, | LONGANONITE Mure Kite dackeun of Wasling- fon D, C surived m town last week and te louking tine and reported having a sory race tame, Mr Le and No Caldwell returns ed last week from Kansas City they ‘were accompanied by Master Olid Caldaell, Mist Lacdla James of Chicago is in town ona visit, Wark Role made a trip to Kan- vas City last week on Lusiners, Mire ile Neleon and several other inciabers of the family were the gue-ty of Mr, and Mrs, C, Lank« ford Sunday. Nev, January returned Monday from Centralia, where he conducted eeivice, and adniinietered the Lords supper there, Mothere who are re- sponsible for their childrens train- ing, ece tloit that they keep them reminded of the God ato controle the Univeree ind from «hom all blessings tlow, BH 2 En 5 = de . 2 a = po a. s oo Q 2 a°«& Om ¢ "6 4 » . & Po 2 , = 3 z eo oma 2 OD F zo 7? Qi: = = = © * e¢ = 2 © = . & 5 = = a 2 Og 9 ad , ° = Swellest Jewelry Store in Tow: e e Miss Addis, Has a nice line of Diamonds, Watches, Clocks,Cut Glass and Silverware at greatly reduced prices, 817, KANSAS AVENUE, TAKE NOTICE. Owing to ill health our distin. guished Grand Lecturer, Prof E J Hawkins, he has been uvable to visit the Ma,oaic lodges of the jurisdic. tion but as he is gradually improv ing he hopes tu be able to visit sevs eral before the grand lodge corvenes in Topeka. C,H. M, Connins, G. 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M. L. FIELD. 817 Kansas Ave., Topeka, } THE WORLUS bHEATEST SEWING MACHINE LIGHT RUNNING EWHOMF f Zs 3 hage L . i “Bat f i ox : fz eon mureR ah All Ye eh ANY , rig us [A ‘ eg wet at, hy aya CA) . oy ant Np - Nike gays ee Mtn et say ONES aa- 4 : Ufveninreitee eS Ge esmttie Botiy me ee eS THE NEW HONE SEW G MACHINE COME ANT Cwangye, Ata, Marcus cate cy et Ieee ete et Quality, 1t New Alamees waet wea Ong arty peveer a ft Rold by authorised dealers oulye 4UR KALE BY W. P, FR OB, [ Kansas Ave, Becond Floor. KANSAS CITY, KANS. Public Picnic was given at the Booker T. Washington Park Saturday July 1, and a large crowd from both the Kansas Cities attended the picnic. There are many cases of typhoid fever in our city and during the past week there have been several deaths on account of this fever. Miss Allie Vault, age 15 died Sunday July 15, and was buried July 8, from the Rose Hill Baptist Church. Her illness lasted only a few weeks, She leaves a mother, father and several sisters and brothers to mourn her loss. Mrs. Mary Bailey of White Church, Kana. died at Bethany Hospital Sunday July 5. Mrs Bailey leaves a husband, two sons and a host of other relatives to mourn her loss. She was buried from the A. M. E. Church Wednesday afternoon July 3 Mr. and Mrs. Grant Plummery, left for Pratt Kans. where they will be located for a few months on account of Mr. Plummery business as he is a mail clerk on the Railroad. Look! Lo Look! Look! Look! HOW You can make More a few Shares of Development You can make Money by investing in a few Shares of Black Dimond Development Co's., Stock The Board of Directors of this COMPANY is now offering a few shares of this prized STOCK to the PUBLIC for the purpose of hastening their development. THIS stock has now, a daily INCOME. THIS STOCK has been held in the Treasury as a prize by its DIRECTORS for future developments, and NOW the BOARD of DIRECTORS has deemed it wise to open up its treasury and offer 30,000 shares of stock to the public, which stock you may consider yourself very fortunate to have this opportunity to purchase, as the treasury has been close 1 for 8 months. THIS small number of shares is now put on the market for the purpose of increasing our developments and also to hasten our DIVIDEND period. Every Share is fully Paid and Non-Assessable. SUBSCRIPTION BLANK. L. L. JONES, Vice-President B. I 2840 State Street. Ch L. L. JONES, Vice-President B. D. D. Co., 2840 State Street, Chicago, Illinois, I enclose herewith..... shares of Black Diamond Development Par Value $1.00 each, fully paid and personal liability. Name..... Address... An Opportunity See TAYLOR & For Real Estate, D Insur They have $100,000 worth can be bought on easy ten in all parts of the city, ra to $8,000 Also farms in If you have a small amount be quickly and comfortab I enclose herewith...dollars for 50 or... shares of Black Diamond Development Co's., Stock at 50c per share, Par Value $1.00 each, fully paid and non-assessable and carry no personal liability. Address... An Opportunity of Your Life! See TAYLOR & CUNNINGHAM, For Real Estate, Loans, Rentals and Insurance. They have $100,000 worth of property listed, which can be bought on easy terms. They have property in all parts of the city, ranging in value from $600 to $8,000. Also farms in large and small tracts. If you have a small amount of money and desire to be quickly and comfortably located, see them at 115 W. Fifth St., Topeka, Kansas. --- GENTLENEN; Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Kruthers from Alma were visiting friends at Paxico last Sunday. Mrs Hettie Allen left last Sunday for Monmouth, Ill. Mr. Geo. Olliver of Topeka was in Paxico last Sunday, he expects to leave for New York soon. Wm. Kruthers and Frank Allen started with their new threshing outfit the first of the week, they are doing fine work. Mr. Kruthers and Mr. Allen are very industrious young men. Mrs. Patten and children left last week after an extended visit with her parents. There will be a concert given by the A. M. E. Church Saturday 18th. Quite a number from Wabaunsee. Alma and Maple Hill attended the Baptist services last Sunday. Mr. Walter Allen who left for Pendleton, Ore., arrived there last Tuesday. Hours: 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Both Phones 771 O. A. Taylor, M. D., Physician and Surgeon, 821, Kansas Avenue Both Phones 771 Calls Answered Day and Night. Residence 1535 Van Buren Street JOPEKA, JKAN. ok! Look! ey by investing in Black Dimond Co's., Stock All Stock Participates Alike. This 30,000 snates is to be sold at 50c per share. It is Rightly worth 75c per share, as we have at the present time, 10 splendid gas wells and 630 acres of territory that we are developing. We have a CASH Market for All of our gas. This STOCK is sold in lots ranging from 50 shares up to 5000 with a discount of 20 per cent for all cash payments of $5000 and over, payable in stock; and will allow 10 per cent discount for all cash payments less than $5000, payable in stock. NOW if you want to make a good Investment, do not fail to get in your subscription for some of this stock, as we pay dividends at par, which is $1 oo per share. So you can see that this would be a Great Money Maker for you in a very short while. dollars for 50 or ent Co.'s, Stock at 50c per share, and non-asse-able and carry no peru y of Your Life! CUNNINGHAM, Loans, Rentals and rance. Each of property listed, which arms. They have property charging in value from $600 large and small tracts. Amount of money and desire to located, see them at Topeka, Kansas. PAXICO. Topeka Industrial and Educational Institute THE WESTERN TUSKEGEE. A School For Christian Training. ```markdown ``` State Industry Agricultural, Norm Normal Preparatory Music, Location and Military New Buildings, Modern Equipment Special Trained Teachers, High Mortal Life Strict Discipline Hon Learning for Girls Every Std dent Laws & Trade Expenses Reasonable Opens Tuesday, Septe formation cheerfully g Wm. R. Carter, Principa DRAWER PEASONAL ATTENTION Expenses Reasonable. Help for Worthy Students. School Opens Tuesday, September 8th. Send for Catalogue. Information cheerfully given. Wm. R. Carter, Principal. M. W. Freeman, Asst. Principal. DRAWER M., TOPEKA, KANSAS. Lincoln Sk Amuse Lincoln Skating Rink And Largest and best equi the West. Always o ing, skating afternoon Admission. Use for Special Indvcements f of Skating and Dancing. First N Leau CAPITAL $300 Alexander Caldwell, Am E. N. Norrl, W. D. J. D. Ro Largest and best equipped Rink for (Colored) people in the West. Always open for Instruction during the morning, Skating afternoon and night. Prices moderate 16c Admission. 15c for Skates Special Indvcements for Private Parties, Lodges etc., Privileges of Skating and Dancing. National Leavenworth, Kansas. $300,000. U. S. DEPO CAPITAL $300,000. U. S. DEPOSITORY. Edwell, Press., O. B. Taylor Amos E. Wilson, Cushier W. Deaton, Henry Ettenson, D. Robertson, T. T. Reyburn int THO resident W Γ Alexander Caldwell, Pres. O. B. Taylor, Vice-Pres. Amos E. Wilson, Cushier E. N. Norril, W. Denton, Henry Ettenson, W. N. Todd, J. D. Robertson, T. T. Reyburn. --- B. ROCKWELL, President J. V. HUMPHREY, V-President The First Designate Junct Transacts a Ge First National Signated Depository of the U. Junction City, Kansas General Banki The First National Bank, Designated Depository of the U.S. Junction City, Kansas. Transacts a General Banking Business THE HOGAN MILLING CO., Celebrated "BEST king Troubles When You LDEN, : Makcrs of the Celebrated "BEST YET" FLOUR No Baking Troubles When You Use It. E. M. SHELDEN, : Local Agent, Lopeka, Kansas. WHAT WE DO DEPARTMENTS: ADVANTAGES: The officers of this Bank give their undivided personal attention to the interests of the Bank and its patrons 19th and Tracy Avenue equipped Rink for (Colored) people in the open for Instruction during the morning and night. Prices moderate 16c for Skates for Private Parties, Lodges etc., Privileges A. M. WILSON, Manager. National Bank, ORGANIZED 1805 00,000. U. S. DEPOSITORY. DIRECTORS: All, Pres. O. B. Taylor, Vice-Pres. James E. Wilson, Cushier Denton, Henry Ettenson, W. N. Todd, Robertson, T. T. Reyburn. No. 3543. National Bank, United Depository of the U.S. ction City, Kansas. General Banking Business AN MILLING CO., Capacity 600 Bbls. JUNCTION CITY, KANSAS Celebrated "BEST YET" FLOUR Making Troubles When You Use It. LDEN, : Local Agent, Iopeka, Kansas. WE DO WELL KANSAS CITY, MO THOS B. KENNEDY, Cashier W F MILLER, Ass't, Cashier A GREAT OPPORTUNITY FOR YOUNG MEN WHO DESIRE AN AGRICULTURAL EDUCATION. Many of the young men who have finished the course in agriculture at the Tuskegee Institute are commanding salaries ranging from $50 to $100 per month. Graduates of this department of the school are successfully employed as instructors, or as managers of important agricultural operations. Tus 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 $350 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 full. All special and local church work must be reported in a supplementary 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." FRIDAY JULY 17, 1908. We had the pleasure of attending the Republican convention at Chicago and also the Democratic convention at Denver. The difference in these two great gatherings was the Northern and Western element predominated at Chicago and at Denver the Southern element predominated. At Chicago, the South was submissive and docile, being satisfied to have the crumbs that fell from the table of the progressive wing of the party. Believing that they were the brains and progressive wing of Democracy,the South controlled at Denver. In comparing Northern and Western Democrats with Republicans of the same section it can readily be seen that the Northern Democrat lacks courage to lead, and places everything into the hands of the non-progressive Southern wing who know nothing of the governing powers of this country and care less. They have never surrendered to the Union and never will. They believe in Jeff Davis first of all others. Their platform is state's rights and Negro inferiority. It is indeed a pitiable sight to see men like Gray, Murphy and scores of other Democrats North of the Mason-Dixon line crowded out by such men as Haskell, Vardaman and others of their ilk who exist by injecting inhuman ideas into the party and thus ruin men who not only possess lofty ideas, but are their superiors in every respect. The Southern wing know that they are wrong and will not attempt to put one of their number on the ticket. They all live in the United States, why not a Southern Democrat for vice-president? At Chicago we we saw the brain, culture, money and cream of the country enroped in the Republican party. Men who believe in fair play and one law with equal entorcement toward all. At Denver, we saw a white man's party with special laws for one class to be disregarded at will. The Southern Democrats are not only controlling the party in the North, but are struggling to inject their sentiment into the Republican party There were several good honest Democrats at Denver who wanted to take the lead but was afraid. It was pitiful indeed to see Northern gentlemen begging old Haskell and Vardaman on bended knees to let them have a word in the platform which was denied them. The South was offered the vice- It is agreed among all thoughtful Negroes that one of the great problems with which they and their children will have to combat in the mixture of the races, and the sadest part of it in the fact that the Negro has no means of protecting his women and his race from the ravishen of the rich, cunning and unscrupulous sinners among the powerful, dominant race. Not alone presidency, but were too sharp to accept. All they desire is to get a Demccrat for president and they will conduct things to suit themselves A few Negroes,so-called Democrats were on hand but demanded nothing. All they wanted was a quarter and an opportunity to grin. A. E. Manning, editor of the Indianapolis (Ind ) World, who calls himself a Democrat, is always around Republican headquarters, was Taggarts porter. He was looking after Manning, not a thing about the race did he say or care. Three colored men went before the committee on resotions of which Gov. Haskell, of Oklahoma was chairman. They asked that something be put in the platform calling attention to the bad treatment of the Negro. The few Northern men on the committee sympathized with them and said they were right, but Haskell and his Southern allies said no, that it would injure the South and thus it ended. Not a Negro who professes to be a Democrat went near. Every fellow was after a little boodle and working hard to see who could grin the longest in order to get that quarter. As long as the Razor-backs of Arkansas, Sand-lappers of Alabama and the land grafters and Jim Crow law makers of Oklahoma and Mississippi control the Democratic party, just so long will the people continue to vote for men like Taft and Sherman who represent prosperity and happiness for everybody. Kansas should feel proud of her Democrats, who kept up the good name of the state. Much praise is due Col. Atwood, Col. H. C. Lindsey and Hon. Frank B. Simms, who did much good. Denver is an exceptionally fine city for a convention, and the Republicans will not have done justice until they have honored the Rocky Mountain city HOW NEGROES The New York World asked Bishop Abraham Grant of the A. M. E. Church to telegraph a statement to it as to how he be lieved the Negro race felt concerning the presidential candidates. Bishop Grant's home is in Kansas City, Kans., and his diocese comprises the Western part of the United States. The Bishop sent the following reply: In the estimation of the colored people, so far as I know, Mr. Bryan is regarded as being fair minded. Many of the principles that he represents and his late declarations are acceptable, but the disposition of Democrats where they control state governments to disfranchise the colored voters makes his party objectionable. Considering the treatment of that party in the past, the declaration in the platform is too general. One scarcely knows how to construe it. Had they been more detinite, the result in the election would be more pronounced in their favor. When it is thoroughly understood that Mr Taft held up the Brownsville order and at the same time asked the President to postpone action, it will give him strength with the colored voters. The Negro who depends on earning a living in towns and cities is the one who is crying hard times. The black farmer is smiling and feasting on the fat of the land. "Perfection Flour Made For Bread And Pastries. RY IT TODAY. Kaw Milling Co., None Better Made For Bread And Pastries. The Kaw Milling Co., 1908 School of Medicine LOBE, RLYBURN, M. D. Dean M. D. Secretary. n will begin October 1, 1908, and REV W. P. THIRKHIFD, L. L. D., Pros. LOBE. REYBURN, M. D. Dean W. C. MCNEILL, M. D., Secretary. 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's medical college, just completed at a cost technical facilities. -graduate school and polyclinic will inue six weeks for Medical course An optional 5-year course in Medicine is offered. Full corps of instructors. Well equipted 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 begin may 9, 1909, and continue six weeks for Medical course and four weeks for Dental course. For further information or Catalogue, write W. C. McNEILL, M. D., Secretary, 539 Florida Ave., Washington, D. C. W. C. McNEILL, M. D., Secretary, 539 Florida Ave., Washington, D. C. does their wealth and business position enable them to unmercifully intrude on the rights and morals of the weaker race, but the nature of the administration of the law is such that they do so with a feeling of safety which is each year broadening the chasm between the two races. The installment house collector, the domestic insurance collector, and the various kinds of agents and other unscrupulous white men who find ready access to Negro homes, are a menace to the virtue and purity of those homes. Little as it may be thought, they freedom with which white men are admitted into Negro homes is in a large measure responsible for the contempt in which the race is held by the white people. Negro women have little thought of the great injury they do to their race when they court the smiles and the purse of the white man whose only regard for a Negro woman or man is to use them for a selfish convenience.—National Mirror. KAW VALLEY ASSOCIATION. This District Association met in Kansas City, Kansas, at King Solomon's church. BYPU and the Sunday Schools had interesting receptions, Rev Hammond being elected president of the latter. The Woman's Home and Foreign Mission had a session, and Mrs Walker was elected president. The Association convened Thursday, many intelligent ministers being present, who preached during the week; among them, Revs. Bowren, B. A. Smith, Fishback, Bacote, Beckham, and Wilson. On Friday night Rev Carr preached a masterly sermon on Education, which was ordered printed in pamphlet form. On Sunday afternoon, at Spark's theater, Rev VanLue, missionary, talked on Missions; Minn Renfroe, Macon City, sang a beautiful solo; Mrs Matthews read a paper on Education, which was complimented by great numbers. The afternoon program was one of the best of the week. Rev E. A Wilton acted as master of ceremonies and Rev McNeal, moderator elect, provided. Mrs Myers, mother of ur Walker ot Williams and Walker, was a delegate to the association. 1867 THERE are so few good honest conscietious white men in the Democratic party, that it is impossible to find a Negro who is fool enough to cast his lot with them. Especially in affairs that has to do with the National Government. THE Will White and Henry Allen combination can never turn the people against Senator Chester I. Long. He has measured up to the standard in every respect and will be returned to the Senate. DEMOCRATIC Missouri will put forth a strenuous effort to "Jim Crow" and disfranchise the Negro next winter. The colored man who howls Democracy at this time should be tried for his sanity. THE newspaper boys say that Trotter of the Boston Guardian has a mild case and will not be compelled to occupy a place in the ward of incurables as stated by some VARDAMAN'S declaration to Negroes who have Democratic inclinations has drove them home. RACE SUPERIORITY. In these days of newspaper bunco and tallow-brain statesmanship we are wont to hear much ado about the disgrace to "white blood" and other catch-penny phrases designed and kept in use for the purpose of arousing racial opposition and friction. It is well that a word may be indulged about Negro blood and pride. TOPEKA KAN 1908 ANNOUNCEMENTS 6HAWNEE 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 E FRY merely announces himself as a candidate for the office of County Superintendent of Public Instruction of Shawnee county, subject to the Republic's primaries. JAMES S. 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. WILKER-ON, Sheriff of Shawnee county, announces his candidacy for a second term. Subject to the decision of the Republican Primaries. H. M. PHILIP D'ON, hereby announces himself as a candidate for Representative 56th District, subject to the decision of the Republican Primaries. SCOTT KELSEY hereby announces himself as a candidate for County Commissioner from the Third District. Subject to the Republican Primaries. GEORGE CRISMAN 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. MATTHEWS hereby announces himself as a candidate for County Commissioner from the Third District. 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 18:h, in Galena, Kansas. IF YOU WANT Employment, See MRS. ELLA STOVALL 616 Minnesota Ave. Who is in communication with the very best people who seek good help. The Kansas Packing House Market Deplere 1. first-class fresh and cured Meat, Celery, Poultry, Fish and Butterine. Game of all kinds in reason OYSTERS A SPECIALTY 300 to 310 East Second Street Both Phone 161. The Coffee Cafe Ladies and Gentlemen. ROLLINS & EGGELSTON, PROFRIETORS, 121 S. Second St. CUTHRIE, OKLA SS EE CESS SA RT I SY CITY LOCALS. 23 and all report a lovely time, de-] 8T. JOHN A. M. E. CHURCH, VINITA, OKLA, WEIR CITY. —_— claring the host snd hostess ideal] The pulpit of St. John wasoceu | ates, HL 1, “Edmond of Chetopa,| Mr John Croft who left here in Nelson Clark is visiting his pare entortainers pied both morning and eventng laet Kaneas, ism the city for a few Apml for Gadeon, Ala,, tavisit bia ents in Eskridge. Vavabe. a Ith Sabbath by Rev. E. R. Vaughn, D. weeke, the unest of Mra, Berry father returned home luet week, ——— Dr. E. R. Vaughn, tame thelh,, of Western University, ‘The Thompeon: The Weir Rough-rid d th Every voter should register and theological department, estern| aoctor delighted and eacouraged his ‘ ; The ¥ bi oug ee an om vote at the coming primaries. University, was an agreeable caller! sions with his very excellent ser-| Mre E Hudley is on the tick inet| Mineral Cubs played ili on the : ee oo tone mont this week. 1th. the game wae won by the ectured before the Y. M,C, A. on Rough-ridere 8 to 8. ; oe eee bool left Tuesday Sunday afternoon, Despite theex-| The Allen C. E L listened with Mr and Mre Walter Young have B . . os spen ¢ summer. treme hot weather, a large and ap-/apecial interest to the strong sslteeae gone to Enfala to live ; < <e a bya rot ell . %, ace, re, ura Lee an nme a Robert DeFrantz of Kansas City |Preciative audience greeted the} from ev. Vaughn Sunday evening.| Mr Vann of Tahlequah and Mr mae cia 7 tate tacan wasan agreeable caller Tuesday, | SPeaker, and all report having been] Pustor Edwards was out of the{Pack of Muskogee, were gueat in| 'larie lest on the 13th for Atchisor Deputy Sheriff H. 1. Monroe was in Kansas City a few days thie week Dancing and a pleasant time at Wilson's Garden every Friday night, A Mr. Bradley. a printer of Guth- rie, Okla,, was an agreeable caller Tuesday. Mr. W, M, Hill of Los Angeles, Calif. passed through Topeka Batur- day en route to Chicago. A number of Negro spotters were unmazked in the hearing of a liquor case against George W. Dupree. Mr. Joseph Costillo of Chicago is the city visiting his wife at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs, A. Coleman, A competent drug clerk desires a position in Kaneas 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, 2645 Lawton avenue, Bt. Louis, Mo. Mr. Albert Holder was in the city for a few days this week visiting his brother, George Holder of the State house, and other friends, Mrs. Mary Cook, the aged mother of Mra, Wilson of the People’s Res- taurant, is seriously ill at her home, 112 North Madison street. Misses Mattie Sneed ard Jessie Chiles, our city collectors are liable to call on you at any time, Please pay a part, if not all on your subserp- tion. Miss Pear] E. Peyton of Ios An- geles, Calit, passed through the city Saturday en route to Lebanon, Mo., where she wil] join her ravther and return to California. Sylvester Vaughn is here from Prescott, Ariz He will epend the summer here visiting hie friends and parents, He expects to return to Prescott about September 1st. George W. Walker, the theatrical atar and partner of of Bert. A. Wil- liams, was in the city Monday visit- ing Js Mord, Allen, a member of his troup, who will write the songs for “Bandanna Land,' Mr, Walker haa been in Lawrence the past few days visiting nis mother, George S. Oliver, chafleur for Auerbach, the clothier, Jett Wednes- day in a large touring car for Chicago, Cincinnati, Boston, Pitts- burg, Brooklyn and New York, from which poin. he will goto Canada, and down through Michigan to De- troit, expecting to arrive home in September. Mr Oliver ia consid- ered to be une of the best chafleurs in ‘Topeka, Hs mechan cal genius ju doing the greater part of the re- pair work onthe car makes hima valuable man. Hlais a member of the Masonic ani Lik lodges, and it ishoped thatthe boys will show him a pleasant time on his journey. Master Theodore and Miss Cor- | ° nelia Coteman cntertained Friday evening complimentary to Misses Mabel Hickman, and Florine Ray of Omaha and Miss Hazel Duncen of Necdesha, The gueats numberca E The Coolest Place in all Topeka ? / WILSON’S SUMMER GARDEN Open for the season EVERY PRIDAY NIGHT Good Music, Dancing, Swi ging and Refreshments ADMISSION 25¢ TER COUPLE, LADIES roc. i4e* For sent to churches, eluls on private jn des ‘Taras weironahle, For information eal 207d Doll Phons, - gemesameBUY YOUR seme come Coal, Feed, Hay, Etc., OF JAS, C, SHIMER, Both Phones 475 1815 Kansas Ave 23 and all report a lovely time, de- claring the host snd hostess ideal entortainers Dr. E.R. Vaughn, dean of the theological department, Western University, was an agreeable caller at thie office Monday. Dr. Vaughn lectured before the Y. M,C, A. on Sunday afternoon, Despite the ex- treme hot weather, a large and ap- preciative audience greeted the speaker, and all report having been b nefitted thereby The smiling face of W, W. Fisher, and his heavy tread upon our edito: tial carpet one day last week, was indeed a pleasure thia force has longel for. “I came up” said Mr Visher, “to file my report with the secretary of state. No potitics on tap aa yet, but I will be in the cam- paign,” He has almost fully recov: ered from hia recent attack cf rheu- alism. Mr. Fisher informed us that he and his estimable family would leave immediately upon his return for Excelsior Springs, where they will recreate a tew weeks. The “League” Paying Delegate’s Expenses! Une of the real laughable things that has occurred during the past weeka comes from the ranks of the halt dozen Negro Democrats who do business under the firm name ot! “The Shawnee County Afro-Ameri- can League.” During the Republican National conventiou at Chicago, an enthusi- astic member of this bunch who atands ready to die for the rights of his race, approached the writer, and with a confidential smile playing around the corners of his mouth, ad dressed us thus, “Any news from Chicago?" We answered in the negative. He drew closer, and in a low, confiden tial tone, said, “Well, the league is doing its duty; we are paying the expense of four delegates who will protest against Taft. Fair for old Shawnee County, is it not? We anewered, “ Yes, if a man thus chooses to make an aes of himself he certainly has our permission,” A few evenings ago, the writer happened to drop in when the league was in session, and in reading the minutes, the secretary reported that the whole sum of $3 had been raised by four active members .o defray the expenses ot delegates to Chicago, Thie remark brought forth a twenty minutes speech by one of the faith- (ul who claimed that the parties named by the secretary had raised nothing, that it was he who secured the money. and he wanted the minutes toread thus, He said that he was not going to stand for other people confis cating his honors. This plainly shows the strength of these who opposed the War Sec. retary in Shawnee county, ‘Chink uf t' Three dollars to defray the ex- nense of four men in Chicago, 8T. JOHN A. M. E. CHURCH, The pulpit of St. John was occu pied both morning and eventng Jae Sabbath by Rev. E. R. Vaughn, D D., of Western University, Th doctor delighted and encouraged hi: auditore with his very excellens ser- mon, The Allen C. E L iistened with special interest to the strorg address from Rev. Vaughn Sunday evening Pastor Edwards was out of the city last Sabbath representing the State Temperance union in Lawrence, where he delivered two addresses in the interest of the work, | The Sewing Circle was delightfully entertained on Wednesday afternoon by Mrs. Calvin Harrte, 1717 Harri- son street. The election of trustees Monday evening resulted as fullowa; \W, W, Buckner, Wm E, Jackson, M D, E. Ridley; ) F. Parks; Robert Tur- ner, D, Chiles, Rev. R. Barton, R. H. Wade and G J. Coleman. The new board, upon ita organization, will undertake at once to carry out the wishes of the congregation in the matter of rebuilding the church edifice. It is hoped that every mem- ber of the church and the general public as well, will unite to make the administration of the board a great success, The regular service will be con ducted by the pastor Sunday. All are invited to hear the sermon on "Little Foxes’ at 11 a. m, anda special service of song with a short sermon at 8p. m The Sunday School at 9:30 a.m will be inapiring and helpful Come and bring your children, | The AllenC. E. L. will conduct an interesting service at 6 p.m., sub ject, “How to Promote Total Absti- nence,” TIME. Time is the most valuable thing, outside of himself, that is intrustec to man, and yet how few persons among us ag arace society realize its worth How much time is wasted. The lack of punctuality upon one occa: sion may waste a whole week and one or two persons may be reeponei ble for an irreparable loss of time that may result in disaster for all eternity The colored people of Topeka throw away not less than one year every week. Atthia rate they throw away fifty two years annually, or more than a thousand years in the course of twenty yeara. Who will calculate the good in money or knowledge or moral train ing that is lost to Your homes and to the world by your waste of time? A waste of any good thing fs sinful If this 1s true, how will you ac count for your time at the bar of God? Punctuality is the essence of time. Will you learn the leseor” Pride of the Kaw” Flonr, mone, better made. | VINITA, OKLA. Mre, H. L. Edmond of Chetopa Kaneae, isin the city for a few weeke, the guest of Mra, Berry Thompeon. Mre E Hudley is on the sick het this week. Mr and Mre Walter Young have gone to Enfala to live Mr Vann of Tahlequah and Mr Pack of Muskogee, were guest in the city over Sunday Mise Andrewe and Mre Black well have returned from a two week's etay in the country Mesdames E Tucker, Washings ton and Bettie Beck are numbered among the tick Mrs Thomas of Muskogee, after a pleacant risit with Mre SL 1ill returned to her home Thuieday evenings Mre Dan Henery returned from a month’s outing on Grand river Saturday evening “ Dr WG Kalon, 4 noted dentiet of Muskogee, waa the guest of Dr Mason over Sunday The Art Club and a few ladies of Bethel A M E church realized very neat sum from their Dinner and Eachange held at the Oah Leaf Hotel. They will hold the Ea change every Saturday evening. Any one wishing good homemade hread, cake, pies, fried chicken and galad, should not fail to call or phone, The Bible clase will meet at the home of Mre A D Johnson, Friday pm The Art Club will meet at the home of Mre Tyre H Filey Thure. day pm Mrs W oH Venters left Sunday am, for 4 ehort viet with relatives at Joplin, Miesouri, Mr Ventere | went ae far ae Parsons i LEXINGTON, MO, There was a banquet given by the Alumni in honor of the 190% graduates, at the African Methodia! church, which waa highly enjoyed by all. Mr, Irwin Hawkins, has returned to attend the institute, Miss Jane l.ucus returned on ac count ofthe death of her brother, Mr. Lidge Lucus. Miss Fannie Hawkins died June 23, She leaves many friends to mourn her lugs, She waa just start- ing out in hfe—a lovely young lady, Mr, Qu.ncy Hawkins died June 13, 1908 There is going to be a reunion pienic given at Taubman Park for the old soldiers July rith, Miss Glover Hawk’ns has gone tu Jefferson City to attend summer school, Mr. Lidge Burns and Misses Wolfe and Woodson have gone to the Sunday School Conyention at Pleasant Hill, Mrs. Mary Wilson is still on the sick list ENID, OKLA, Mrs, Addie Hayter, of lola, Kan., after four weeks’ attending the bed- ‘side of her son, Robert Hayter, who nas been very sick, left for her home Saturday, Mri and Mrs,, Burna had the nua: fortune to locge their son, four weeks old, Died ‘Tuesday morning, funer al Wednesday at 3 o'clock, Mr. Fitchue Wanghter of Law- rence je spending vacation at home. Rev. Johnson’s brother-in-law of Bt. Louis, is visiting his sister, Mrs. Johnecn for the summer WEIR CITY. Mr, John Croft who left here in Apml for Gadeon, Ala,, tavisit bia father returned home luet week, The Weir Rough-ridera and the Mineral Cubs played halt on the 13th, the game was won by the Rough-ridere 8 to 8. Mrs, Ella George, Mrs. Ellen Lee, Mrs, Tura Lee and Mr. red. Harria lest on the 13th for Atchison ae delegates to the Grand Lodge of the Sir Knights, Mi. Alex, George wis taken very tick on the 11th. and was taken to his home from No. 12 ehaft. Me ie much better at this writing, Mie. Emma Worting who has been very sick is much better at thie writing. Several new brick buildings are going up this summers Mr, M. Lee, will ouild a reeidence one block South of the A, NM. EK. Church. NEWTON, KANSAS. Mrs. Clarence Dean of Kansas City, Mo, is vistting her cousin, Mrs, Milton Roach ef this city. Mrs. W. H, LePaige, who has been on the sick list fora few days, is able to be up again. Mrs Lucy Hart, Alice Webb and Carl Grose are also among the sick who are on the mend, Mr. Charley Faulkner, who has been in Los Vegas. N. M., for the last 3 or 4 years, returned home te pty his parents a visit. Mr. James Louder of Chicago, IL, is visiting his mother and sister of this city he will return to Chica: goin a few days, J.M G, | FORT SCO1T. Miss Ethelyne Ransom, of To- peka wag the guecat of Mr, and Mrs. J.C, Brown 616 Barber street on Thursday evening of last weok, a goodly number was present and all enjoyed the evening which was de- voted tothe rendition of anice program, ALBUQUERQUE NEW MENICO, Rey. A. H, Henderson, pastor of Mt. Oliv Baptiat church ie thanks ful to the thirty odd guesta who so agreeably surprised him at bia res- idence one evening last week, The “Surprisers” left many good thinge and all weemed to enjoy it. CITY LOCALS. Inloohking up news items were eurprigect to find that our people did notice the excellent opporvunity te make money, The “HOH" club declared a divi- dendon Aprii roth, One boy wha was bright enough ta look atter the matter, casned 1 his cards at $2 73 each, Through the negligence ur over- sight of some people who might have taken hia place in the d*vidends they neglected and lost that eacellent op- portunity. Every 13-]b sack of our contains a card. Dach of these cards it worth five cents m_ the purchase from the Topeha Milling Co. of one Universal Bread Kneawler, ‘Ihere ia anolher say these cards can beused. .\sk your grocer abc ut itand ifhe cinnet give you the in- formation, ask the Jopeka Milling Co, ta explain it to you, A conteat is now on which expires November 3 th. A similar contest exp’red April znd, 1908, and some some of the cards in that contest were actually worth $272 each, 1+ will pay you to sit up and take norce, There will be a picnic at Wilson's on Butchers and Grocer's day. Mrs. Letitia Carson will leave Monday for Kansas City, to attend the District Grand Lodge of the Household of Ruth. Wilson's Garden every Friday night. Mr. C. A. Fox of Kansas City, Mo. is in the city, visiting relatives and friends. While here he made this office an agreeable call. A competent drug clerk desires a position in Kansas or the West. Address, Drug Clerk, 2645 Lawton avenue, St. Louis, Mo. Mrs. Josephine Bradshaw underwent an operation at Christ hospital Tuesday, and at this writing is reported as doing nicely. They dance every Friday night at Wilson's Nicely furnished rooms at the nome of Mrs. Vaughn, 1019 Pine Street car runs right by the door. Reasonable prices. Wilson's Garden every Friday night. We have secured applications for teachers. Parties desiring well qualified teachers. address PENNS DEALER. If it takes the Earth one year to Circle around the Sun, how long will it take you to call at Taylor & Cunningham's Real Estate Office 115 W 5th. Street and let them show you their List of Property. Mrs. McAfee entertained a number of young people at her home on Monroe street Wednesday evening in honor of her daughter, Miss Hainec. Music, games and conversation were the features of the evening. After a delicious luncheon, all departed for home, highly elated over the evening's pleasure. Miss Arnicholas Chiles has for sale a number of the Magic Shampoo Hair Driers, which are advertised elsewhere in this paper. It is the best article in the comb line that has ever come to our notice. It does double service—a comb and curling iron all in one. They are made from the best material, highly finished and will last a life time. She has them on exhibition at The Plaindale office. Ladies, call and examine them. Mrs. Fannie Guinn, who has been at the Indian school in Phoenix, Ariz. for several years, passed through Topeka this week, en route to Leavenworth, to visit her sister She expects to return to her home about September 1st. --- Rev. H. W. White, pastor of Central Baptist church, North Topeka, has returned from a trip to Memphis, Tenn, where he was called on account of the death of his wife, who died June 50th and was buried July 5th. He has been ill, but since his return is improving. Mr. and Mrs. Christian entertained one evening last week complimentary to Mr. and Mrs. Joshua Holloway who just recently married. The evening was spent very delightfully and those who were there declared the hostess an ideal entertainer. Madam Vaughn Hardison's cafe and restaurant, 112 East Seventh street. downstairs. Meals at all hours. Soft, cool drinks, ice cream and cake every day for boys and girls, ladies and gents. Meals, 15 cents. Come in when you are hungry and get nice meals and soft drinks Mr. G. H. Tunley of Kansas City, Mo., visited his wife this week. Mr. and Mrs. R. B. DeFrantz vited relatives in the city this week. Nice, cool ride and a good place to dance and enjoy yourself every Friday night at Wilson's. Mr. Arthur Speers, who underwent an operation for appendicitis Tuesday, is recovering nicely. Mrs. Marie Chiles-Miller will leave in a few days for a visit in Chicago. --- Presiding Elder J. R. Ransom is at home this week taking a much needed rest. --- E, S. L. Lee, Mrs. M. E. Langston and Mr. and Mrs. John M. Wright composed an automobile party that went to Lawrence Wednesday to be the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Geo. W. Walker. --- Miss Bell Wyatt left Saturday evening for her home in Muskogee, Okla., on account of her father's illness He was seriously hurt in a runaway. Her friends are sorry to have her go and hope she will soon return The Recital at Metropolitan Hall Tuesday evening by J. Mord Allen, benefit Y, M. C. A. Piano fund was a rare treat and those so fortunate as to have been there are praising it on every hand. The crowd was not as large as it should have been, but indoor entertainments at this season of the year are rarely largely attended, as it is the people don't like to be housed up. RACK FROM TEXAS. Ned O'Banion, a former employ of the Supreme Court, returned Friday of last week from Fort Worth, Texas where he has been for the past fifteen months, Mr. O'Banion is looking and feeling in the pink of condition and his host of friends in society and politics gave him a royal welcome. He is a native Kansan, bright, intelligent and a genial gentleman. When asked as to the condition of the colored people in the South, among other things he said: "Well, while the Negro is Jim Crowed in the extreme, I am forced to confess, that under these conditions it quickens his activity and makes him more aggressive. They are building homes and represent the back bone of the South. They are acquiring education and money, and in time the rest will come. When questioned as to politics he said 'Any Negro who has ever been South wont think of voting a Democratic ticket. They all look upon the Brownsville matter as a family fuss, a difference within the ranks of the Republican party, and as Republicans we are going to thresh out our differences within the ranks of the party, Mr. O'Banion will leave in a few days for Colorado Springs, thence back to the Lone Star State, where we think some fair maid of the Old South is awaiting his return. PEOPLES CAFE PEOPLES CAFE 325 Kansas Ave. Meal, Short Orders and Lunches at all hours. Our Sunday Dinners are the best ever. You are always welcome. ```markdown ``` The Magic Shampoo Hair Drier This circular, describing the Magic Shampoo Dress and Hair Straightener, should appeal to every lady who takes pride in hairdressing and the head of hair. The Shampoo Dress is a neat and versatile hairstyle that will not only be beautiful but also practical. We are in possession of thousands of the latest models and we are confident that they will look great in any hair style. It will be difficult but without insult to the book or to you he will have the growth of the halt, he kept the soil free from dust, didn't it and grass. In new instances the hair is allowed to get hardened in amount of the time required in drying and the dampness controlling the hair, but with our Defer, moderately heated, is you would a curling hair, the hair can be dried quickly and straight not only, thereby making it look beautiful and natural in appearance. This method is as much a necessity to a lady hair as straight hair as it is to owe we hair is for it is an illusory table that every lady should bathe the hair it ought to take and when the largest me drying blow is eliminated will not let it deterior a much to keep the hair in leaf by batting. THE DEMAND FOR AN EDUCATED MINISTRY. Realizing the demand among the Negro people for an educated ministry, the Iuskegee Normal and Industrial Institute conducts in connection with its other departments a Bible Training School. The courses of study are so arranged that not only ministers and lecturers may be benefited, but those also who desire to do better missionary work or become intelligent Sunday school teachers. The chief aim of the Bible Training School is to afford a comprehensive knowledge of the English Bible and to implant in the hearts of those who attend an ambition to dedicate their lives to the elevation and Christianization of their people. Daily supplementary exercises designed to instill habits of sobriety, cleanliness, regularity and accuracy are provided. The teaching is wholly undenominational, the intention being not to oppose or antagonize any theological work being done elsewhere, but instead, to assist all denominations. During the past year the enrollment in the Bible Training school has been satisfactory, but the opportunity is now provided for a considerably larger number. The teaching is free. The cost of board, including furnished room, light, fuel, laundering, etc., is 50 per month. The entrance fee is $7, to be paid in cash by each student when he registers. Students will be given the opportunity to work out much of the $50, in some cases all of it. Lack of means should not keep anyone from entering the Bible School. If the student is not afraid of work and study he will succeed. For further information, address: BOOKER F. WASHINGTON, Principal, Tuskegee Institute Alabama. Mrs. W. Miller, 911 Minnesota Ave. Lunch Room, Cafe and Ice Cream Parlor First Class Home-made Bread Pies, Etc. SODAS. SODAS. Dr: J. M. Jamison. Physician and Surgeon. Examining Physician of the nights and Ladies of Protection! 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Corner Eleventh and Washington Ave. This demonstration promises to be the most striking event in the political history of Kansas. The event will begin at 1:30 p. m., and last until 10:30 in the evening. 1. Selection by Band. 2. Invocation by Rev. H. W. King, Preceding Elder Topeka District A M. E. church. 3. Opening Speech, C. K. Holliday. 4. Music by Band during which time Robt. E. Bell will make a charcoal likeness of the logical candidate for Governor. 5. Spech by Capt. H. M. Philipps, --- COMM Rev. J. M. Pope, J. S. Chiles, Mme. C. J. W. For long and beautiful hair It cures the scalp of all dis- steps it from falling out. The C. J. Walker in a dream and retuned. He will send to any adre- ly mail, charges prepaid, for can purchase the grower for $250 per dozen, or $1,50 per floor with each order. Send One of the many letters the parts of the country: C. J. Walker’s Wonderful BEFORE USING beautiful hair use Mine, C. J. 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I wish to say in regards to begin to grow. Mamma's an heartfelt. Your grower has My Dear Mme. Walker: It all. I am pleased to say that of your preparation. You kno rgo. I wish you could reat r Address all communications My Dear Mme. Walker It affords me great pleasure to write you about my hair. I am pleased to say that I have received a wonderful result from the use of your preparation. You know my hair was one inch long about two months ago. I wish you could re it now. You would hardly believe it Address all communications to The Walker Mfg Co. 2518 Wylie Ave., Pitta Luz. To the Public: EAGLE Republican Rally SATURDAY, July 1 her Eleventh and Washington demonstration promises king event in the politica s. The event will beg d last until 10:30 in the EVENING PROGRAM: COMMITTEE: J. S. Chiles, A. J. il son, 's Wonderful Hair Grower C. I. 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Muskogee, Okla. me great pleasure to write you about my received a wonderful result from the use hair was one inch long about two months it would hardly believe it. MRS. A. J. NORWOOD, No. 601 Katie Ave. Walker Mfg Co. 2518 Wylie Ave., Pitta publican ally July 18, '08, and Washington Ave. on promises to be the in the political history ent will begin at 1:30 10:30 in the evening. 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. T T E E: A. J. il scn, R. E. Bell. . R. E. Bell. Legal Notices 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, tie 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. Attest Attorney for plaintiff. R. L. FIORE. Clerk of the District Court. First published June 12th, 1907. PUBLICATION NOTICE In the District Court of Shawnee County, State of Kansas. Bessie Taylor, Plaintiff. No. 24973 Edward Taylor, Defendant, To Edward Taylor: Take notice that you have been sued in the District Court of Shawnee County, Kansas, by the plaintiff. Bessie Taylor, for a divorce on the grounds of abandonment and gross neglect of duty, and that unless you answer said petition, demur or other --- wise plead or appear herein, on or before the 24th day of July, 1908 the allegations in said petition will be taken as true and judgment entered in said court divorcing the plaintiff, Bessie Taylor, from you, the defendant, and for all other and proper relief. BUSSIE TAYLOR By T. D. HUMPHREYS, her att'y. Attest: R. L. THOMAS, Clerk of the District Court. [EIAL.] First published June 12th, 1908. PUBLICATION NOTICE. In the District Court of Shawnee County, State of Kansas. The National Surety Company. W. T. Saunders, Defendant. The Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway Company, Garnishee. To W. T. Saunders, Greetings: You are hereby notified that on the 22nd day of May, A. D. 1908, the National Surety Company filed suit in the above entitled court and action against you, praying for judgment against you in the sum of $512 14 with interest thereon at the rate of 6 per cent. per annum, from the 22nd day of May, 1908 and for the cost of this action. You are further hereby notified that in the course of the proceedings of said action, a garnishment summons was issued to and served upon the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway Company, and that upon the 7th day of July, 1908, the said Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway Company, filed their answer as garnishee, in the above entitled action stating in said answer that they are indebted to you in the sum of $318 75. Now therefore you will answer, plead or demur, to said petition, so filed against you by the National Surety Company in the above entitled court and action, on or before the 22nd day of August, 1908, or the above entitled court will proceed to a hearing in the above entitled action and will make a finding that the petition filed by the plaintiff herein against you is true, and will further direct the garnishee herein, the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway Company, to pay the said sum of $318 75 into Court to be applied first, upon the cost of this action, and second, upon the claim of the plaintiff herein. W. S. McClintock, A. L. QUANT. Attorneys for Plaintiff Attest: R. L. THOMAS, Clerk of the District Court of Shaw- nee County, Kansas. First published July 10th, 1908. "Pride of the Kaw" makes the best bread. A GOOD COMPLEXION CAN BE HAD IF YOU WANT IT. SNOW FLAKE COMPLEXION CREAM INSTANTLY WHITENS AND IMPROVES THE COM- PLEXION. Contains no grease and is best for use in warm weather and climates. Full size jar 25 cent. [ccin or stamps] postpaid. STRA-KO, the wonderful lip and hair dressing and dandruff cure. Trial bottle 20 cents postpaid. THL PROOF "I think Snow Flake is fine, Send me to jars" Mrs J. L. Walker, St. Louis, Mo. "I am using Snow Flake and find it excellent." Mrs. Mary Smith, Selina, Kara. "I have received Snow Flake and must say it is simply fine" Mrs. A. McCullough, Independence, Kansas. THE BURTON TOILET GOODS CO, JOSEPH, MICH FIRST AFRICAN Rev. T. J. Carr returned home Sunday morning and conducted the services for the day, the text for the morning sermon being "Study to show thyself a workman approved of God, that needeth not be ashamed The evening service was conducted by the pastor, who delivered a short sermon on "Wisdom." Announcement had been made that Mr. Abdul Monan, a native East Indian, would address the C. E. society, but owing to a misunderstanding as to the hour, he did not arrive until after the close of the C. E. meeting. He made a lively and instructive talk on this people of his country, their customs and religion. The large audience gave him their best attention. He is of the Mohammedan faith, as are a majority of his countrymen. There are also some Christians in that country also some idol worshippers. Although showing much respect for the Christian religion and the American government, Mr Monan displayed his loyalty to his own country and religion without any hesitation. Remember the laan fete at Mrs. Mollie Clinkscale's this evening. A strong effort will be made by the members of the Sewing Circle and the Willing Workers to make this a financial success, so as to be able to begin building within a short time. To this end, they ask your patronage and have done their utmost to provide things necessary for your enjoyment. No brand of flour is as easy to remember as 'Perfection." 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In terms of gears four notices, P.L. Gold by all newspapers MUNN & CO. 381 Broadway. New YORK Brattle Office. C.S. P. Place. Washington, D.C. --- LAWRENCE, KAN. R. H. Brown, of Parkville, Mo., was a pleasant visitor last week. The captains of all the clubs who raised money for the church fund were pleasantly entertained at the church by Rev. J. M. Brown, who served them bountifully with ice cream and cake. Mrs. Cora Yeager left Tuesday for Fort Scott to attend the Mite Missionary convention. Prof. L. M. Peace left Monday for an extended visit in Arizona. Mrs. Addie White is attending the convention in Fort Scott Mrs. Josephine Yates, who is attent'd summer school, has returned from a visit with her parents in Kansas City. McDamee. S. E. L. Busch and M. E. Jackson attended the Baptist conversion in Kansas City, Kansas last week. Mrs. Mable Gloed was up from Kansas City Sunday. Mrs. M. J. Bradley delightfully entertained the Lawrence delegates who attended the Baptist convention in Kansas City. Mrs. Alice Myers was the guests of Rev. E. A. Wilson and wife while in Kansas City. Dr. J. E. Edwards, of Saint John A. M. E. church, Topeka, preached two very ab'e temperance sermons; one at Saint Luke's A. M. E. church Sunday morning and in the evening at the Warren Street Baptist church. George Walker of the famous Wilharn and Walker troupe is visiting his mother, Mrs. Alice Myers. Lawrence is justly proud of Mr. Walker and always pleased to see him. Judge Clark and Mr. Will Nelson dined with him one day this week at his lovely home. Miss Jenette Henson, Birdie Brown, Carrie Young and Carrie Davis, Miss Herbert Gleed, Lowell, Kenneth, Mason and Matthew Davis are guests of the Crutchfield and Martins, at Garnett, from Friday evening 'til Monday afternoon. They had a very enjoyable time and all were highly delighted with their visit. Mrs. Lee Mason left Saturday for Garnett for a visit with her parents. Mrs. A. Burns is visiting friends in Jefferson City, Mo. The Auxiliary Club of the Baptist church met at the residence of Mrs. Spark. After the usual business routine, a two course lunch was served. Visitors present were, Mine Hilda Rille, Mrs. Bertie Wade, of Topka, and Mrs. Clara Jackson and Prof. J. P. King of Kannan City, Kan Mrs. Chara Jackson leaves Satur day afternoon, after a pleasant visit with friends. Ben Hawkins has moved in his nice new home on Alabama St. Mr. and Mrs. Ike Miller have returned from the West, and their friends will find them in their new home on Alabama St. Rev. J. M. Brown was in Topeka Tuesday on business. Dr. A E. Kameey of Kansas City Mo., was the guest of Dr. J. J. Kenner this week. Dr. J. J. Kenner leaves the 14th inst., for Chicago, to take a course of lectures. He will be away about four week. Mrs. J. A. Gregg, of Leavenworth, visited her mother. Mrs. Lucy Brown last Friday. The Chapter, ladies and friends are looking forward with pleasure to the meeting of the Grand Chapter Here August 12th. No pains will be spared to make the delegates pleasant. The Carnation Art Club will exhibit their work at the King Hotel Friday and Saturday, the 17th and 18th. The sad news of the death of Gratton Gregg, a respected young man of Lawrence, was received by his widowed mother last week. The particulars of the occurrence has not yet been learned. Prof. Hammond, of Western University visited St. Luke A. M. E. church and addressed the people in the interest of Western University. Miss Ruth Knox, of Kansas City, Mo., was the guest of Mrs. Harvey and Miss Josephine Yates Sunday. Miss Agnes Gray has gone to Denver, Col., for the summer. The stewardess board of St. Luke A. M. E. church met with Mrs. Fannie Hoyt Monday afternoon. EDWARDSVILLE Rev and Mrs. Kidd are here from Independence having been called to pay the last tribute of respect to their sister in law, Mrs Mary Bailey. They will return on Monday. The people of this community regret the loss of our beloved sister Bailey, who was a member of the A.M.Echurch and an active worker. She leaves a husband, two sons and a host of friends to mourn her loss. Miss. Commodore and Miss Ida Foster had a very bad scare the other day when the buggy upset with them as they were returning from a picnic. No one was dangerously hurt. II. A Dawson has made the pure chase of a fifteen acre tract of land. The Mt. Zion Literary is still alive. The subject for next Tuesday evening is, "Is Capital Punishment a Crime." Speaker on the affirmative, A. Grover; negative, P. Commodore. GARNETT. Mrs William Armstrong spent the 1th with her sister in Ottawa. Mrs Greene Burton spent Sunday visiting with Mrs S. Rogers. Mrs Lera Burns of Independence, is visiting her mother, Mrs Payne. Master James Manley is visiting relatives in Kansas City. Mrs Bees'e Woodward is visiting relatives in Olatle. Misses Jeanette Henson and Birdie Brown of Lawrence, visited at the home of J. B. Martin last week. Herbert Gleed, of Lawrence, was the guest of the Martin and Crutchfield families on the 4th of July. Misses Carrie Young and Carrie Davis, of Lawrence, have been visiting at the home of R. Crutchfield. The Misses Martin entertained at dinner Saturday, complimentary to Mrs Brown and Henson. Mrs A. Crutchfield and daughter, Mrs Ma-on, entertained at dinner on Sunday, complimentary to out of town guests. Miss Bennie Rogers is spending a few days in the country. Mrs Lena Spottsville entertained Missen Carrie Young and Nellie Crutchfield at her country home on Tuesday of last week. The Misses Martin entertained at dinner Monday Misses Brown, Henson, Young, Davis, Rogers, and Crutchfield; Miss Mason; and Messrs Gleed and Lowell Mason. JUNCTION CITY, KANS. Rev George, pastor of the A M E church, is an able minister and deserves much praise for his work since moving here, having built a new church. He is now about to complete a hall for Old Fellows. Rev Crawford, pastor 2nd Baptist church, is attending Association in Kansas City. Scipio Harris, an old resident of this city, made his departure to his Heavenly home July 5. He leaves a wife, four children and a host of friends to mourn his loss. Mrs Paul Crews and daughters, Nellie and Ida, late of Clay Center, moved to our city last week. Mr William Richardson is quite ill at her home on W. Fourth street. Mrs Lewis Crew entertained her class at her home last Friday evening. Both old and young were in attendance, all having a good time. Meers Davis and Armstead, of Emporia, spent last Sunday here. Meers Nelson and Ort Gaston, of Ellsworth Sundayed here. The Literary society of the A M E church is progressing nicely, the following being officers for the next quarter: Miss Nellie Crews, president; Miss Myttle Wilkes, V. P; Miss Ella Jennings, secretary;Mr B. H. Foreman, assistant; Mrs Bessie Turner, treasurer; B H Foreman, critic; Miss Mabel Asbery, Budget; Mr Gaitgill, sergeant at arms. All new officers being young, a great success is expected. Miss Ora Ashery, assisted by her gentleman friend, Robert Watley, entertained at her home on West Twelfth street, Thursday evening. The evening was delightfully spent in social enjoyment, refreshments being served at eleven. Mrs Rev George is on the sick list, Mrs G. M. Brown, who has been very ill. is on the mend. COFFEYVILLE ITEMS. Mr Tallifero, of Dodge City, is building a store building on North Union street, between the Union grocery and Odd Fellows hall. We do not know at this writing what is going into it. We hope the Negro who is for Bryan will see himself as others see him. Dr. Connon, formerly with the Tennessee Drug Company is now preparing to visit in Kentucky. Thomas Hines, of the Woods drug store, is off on a vacation. William Hoyle is now conducting the Band and is an able instructor. The E W L Literary society is doing excellent work among the young people every Thursday night. The AME people have organized a young people's Forum, to meetat 4 p.m, each Sunday afternoon. Let us advise that our young people at tend these societies rather than the pool halls and dancing societies,and see which promotes most for good. The litigation between the Santa Fe and the city for possession of the old cemetery on the east side was decided in favor of the Santa Fe and Ferguson Bros. commenced to take up the bodies. Thirty-seven were removed last week, most of which were almost entirely gone. The tops and bottoms of the boxes were still sound and thus the skeletons of all the adults were yet there but those of the children were but small heaps of dust. The last burial made in this ground was 33 years ago and with the exception of 3 or 4 the bodies are not known, most of them being buried over 40 years ago. Whether any of these people were Negroes it is not safe to say, there is no difference beyond the grave. NOTICE. To give everybody an opportunity to try Ford's Hair Pomade and owing to occasional requests for a smaller size, we have decided to put up a 25c size in addition to our regular 50c size, either size mailed post paid on receipt of price. Address The Ozonised Ox Marrow Co., 153 E. Kinzie street, Chicago, Ill. For particulars see advertisement elsewhere in this paper. After an enjoyable hay-ride, a number of Leavenworth young people were charmingly entertained at the suburban home of Mr and Miss Basket, Friday evening. The guests were received on the lawn, which was brilliantly lighted with Japanese lanterns. During the evening what was played, after which a delightful luncheon was served and at a late hour the guests started for home, all reporting a good time. Miss Grace Basket, of Oklahoma City, is spending the summer with her parents. Sergt Jos. Denby has returned from South Carolina with his bride. Miss Elnor Greene will leave on Monday for Hutchinson to attend the Sunday School convention. Miss Capitola Wilson, of Kansas City, Mo., is here visiting friends. Mendames R F Bright, E Scott and R D Michols attended the G. L. of the Tabernacle in Atchison, this week. Miss Marle Gilmore is at home from Kansas City, Mo. Prof Reynolds, of Western University, visited Rev Craig, Sunday. A number of girls and boys gave a surprise party on Miss Lee Hammond, at her home, Friday night. Games were played and all enjoyed themselves very highly. John Hardin attended the annual entertainment given by the Daughters of Bethel in Atchison, Thursday. T. W. Bell made a business trip to Kasnas City, Thursday. Bell's military band gave an excellent concert at Dixon's Park on last Thursday night. The boys are certainly playing well considering the short time they have been at it. YALE Mrs N. Smith has been on the sick list but is reported, much Letter. T. Jackson has opened up a small grocery. We wish him success. The 4th was a very quiet affair in Yale as most of the people went fishing and berry picking and most of the boys attended the base ball game at Curtansville. Mrs. J. Yarbaugh was in Pittsburg on Friday. Rev Green will preach at the A M E church on Sunday. S. W. While and brother were visitors in Yale on last Thursday. SPRINGFIELD, MO The fine churches of the city will have their Union Annual Midsummer gathering on the Lincoln High school grounds, July 22 23.24. The Woman's Musical and Literary club will also hold a booth and bazaar on this occasion, and a large attendance is expected. Mrs Maud Jarrett Smith, Kansas City, is visiting at the home of Dr Scales and wife, on Phelps avenue. Mr Ellis Webb and Miss Marcell Whitlen, of Lebanon, were united in the holy bonds of wedlock, July Are You S The Fountain of H Are You Sick? Makes a Specialty of treating Colored Patrons. We are prepared to give Mineral and Mud Baths, Russian and Vapor. You Will be Surprised at the Good Treatments and the min Beautiful He A Block from Post Office. For further Information, write, You Will be Surprised at the Good you will get out of our Treatments and the mineral Water of this Beautiful Health Resort YALE 2. We hope for them a long, happy life. Mr Webb is looking for a business location. Mesdames B. B. Cooper, R M of Euclid Chapter No. 23, Order of the Eastern Star, and F. L. Boxley, the Hon. Grand Conductor of Grand Session, departed for Hanibal, Mo, to attend the Grand Session. Mesdames Anna Stevens, Janie Hogan, Vina Clark, Horn and others are enjoying a visit in Denver. Mrs I. F. Bradley gave a reception, in honor Miss Ollie Burgoyne Martin from St. Petersburg, Russia, and for several other visitors in our city, on Thursday evening. The 1400 of the two Kansas Cities were invited. The lawn was aglow with myriads of lights and the house and lawn were both crowded with happy guests. Mendames Crossthwaite, Watkins, and others, assisted in receiving, and the following entertained on the program: Miss Martin with a talk and waltz solo: Miss Vaughn with a piano solo; Miss S. Wilson, vocal solo; F. Douglas, tenor solo; Miss Williams, reading; Prof Jackson, solo; O. Scott, solo. Some pretty costumes were seen on this occasion. The guests were refreshed with brick ice cream, green and pink, with fine assorted cake. Punch was also served, and the massive dining table was decorated with ferns, nasturtiums, etc. It was considered by all to be one of the most enjoyable receptions of the season LINCOLN, NEBR. Julius F. Taylor, editor and publiher of the Broad Ax, of Chicago, Ills., en route to his home, stopped over in our city this week and called on Hon. W. J. Bryan at his home at Fairview. Mrs Mabel Galbraith accidentally struck her hand against a pane of glass last Friday, nearly severing three finger from her hand, and is now confined to the hospital for treatment. The number of victims who lost their lives in the late disastrous floods was seven, hanging from one year old to twenty. Last Sunday night being stormy, only a few attended the churches. Major Moore was indisposed last week. The most complete stock Groceries and General Merchandise at the very lowest prices at B. J. NELLE'S 1110 South Walnut Street. Hours: 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Both Phones 774 O. A. Taylor, M. D., Physician and Surgeon, 621 Kansas Avenue Both Phones,776 Calls Answered Day and Night. Residence 1535 Van Buren Street TOPKKA, KA94 Sick? Health Bath House Good you will get out of our mineral Water of this Health Resort. 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