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THE TOPEKA PLAINDEALER A Vote for W. J. Bryan Negro Teachers Should Stand for Good Go Negro Teachers Should Stand for Good Government Topeka Educators are Talking Bryan and Heflin--It is Poisonous to Pupils. We are reliably informed and and know that most of the male teachers in the colored schools of Topeka will vote for Bryan or some other presidential nominee in preference of Judge Taft We invite these would be smart pedagogues to read the following article from the Kansas City Star which tells what Bryan and his crowd would do for the Negro if given a chance In all our life we have never heard of the Republican party charging the Democrats with favoring mixed schools or with being friendly to the Negro, but you can always find Democrats charging the Republicans with being "nigger lovers." We do not claim that white men—Republicans or Democrats love the Negro, but we do know that the Republican party is in favor of all men voting and having their ballot counted in the South as well as in the North. They also favor free speech none of which can be said of Bryan and his Southern allies. We should have loyal, patriotic teachers in our schools—those who believe in Lincoln, Grant and the Republican party. Negroes who vote for Heflin and Jeff Davis are not fit to teach colored pupils, nor are they the kind to be trusted in public affairs, as such men usually are not a success as race leaders. Let us get teachers that are in sympathy with right and good government for all. These teachers are doing this to be cute not that they can give a good reason that will justify their action. Let the parents protest against such men in the school room. We can find Republicans who can teach our children. On the school question the Star says: A Race Prejudice Appeal THE DEMOCRATS ARE READY TO STIR THE STATE OVER THE NEGRO QUESTION. Advance copies of a circular with which the Democrats expect to flood the state in the next few days were received in Kansas City this morning. They bear the imprint of a St. Louis publishing house and came to the Democratic county committee here from Democrtic state headquarters. It is the most careful attempt to stir up race prejudice that has been attempted in ten years. On each of four pages are pictures of leading Republicans with pictures of negroes on the same page. On the first page is the heading "What the Republican party has done for the negro " On the second page is a picture of Senator Warner with C K Robinson, a St Louis negro, oval as a billiard ball, alongside. The next page carries a good likeness of Herbert S Hadley with Nelson C Crews as his companion. John R Holmes of Joplin, who was a delegate to the Republican national convention, and J R A Crookland a negro teacher in the St Joseph schools, decorate the next page. On the next page John H Bothwell vice chairman of the Republican state committee, and H G Philips a Sedalia negro, are paired. The basis of the circular is the fact that the Republican convention, after selecting its national delegates at large, selected negro alternates to go to Chicago. Other pictures which show negroes in front of the High school building at Olathe and university building at Lawrence are exhibited in connection with a statement that Mr Hadley was educated at there institutions. That the Democrats at state headquarters have been thoroughly scared for two weeks over the prospect that they would loose at least the head of their state ticket has been well known throughout the state. That they would go to the extent of issuing an anonymous circular of this character was not believed until a man connected with the management of the Democratic county campaign begin to distribute the circulars in Kansas City this morning. The Star is indebted to a Democratic leader in local affairs for an advance copy of the paper. In the beginning of this campaign Mr. Cowherd intimated that Hadley favored mixed schools, but he did not charge it. John A. Knott went further and charged it, but the Democrats stopped him when Hadley said the man who tried to create such impressions was either densely ignorant or a deliberate liar, and showed that the law for seperate schools is provided for in the constitution and cannot be changed without a vote of the people. At the same time he expressed the opinion that the present constitution is right and that the people will never change it on this subject. This is not original with the present Democratic management. Ten years ago Joseph B. Shannon flooded Kansas City with anonymous circulars in which he mixed the negro and white voters. It proved a success in that campaign and in desperation the state organization is copying it.-Kansas City Star. NEWS FROM THE SOUTH. Editor THE PLAINDEALER. Dear Sir—Yours conferring the honor upon me as Southern correspondent for your invaluable paper received. I wish to thank you very kindly for thinking of me in this way. I appreciate the honor and wish to say I am keenly alive to what it means. In stating farther my regard for this position, on your editorial staff, I wish to say I shall be TOPEKA, KANSAS, FRIDAY MORNING, OCTOBER. 30, 1968. very glad to answer any questions I can that will be of material benefit to anyone. About the most important things of occurrence in the south land today are Mr. Talt's visit, Mr. Washington's travels over the southern part of the country and the many state and county fairs. Mr Taft in his recent visit this way has caused considerable comment. First, because his action is wholly unprecedented, and second, because of the rivalry between the two candidates. The invasion of the South by Mr. Taft was a reasonable thing. While it is true that the Southern man is very hospitable, and while, it is said, this has caused a disbelief in part the extent that he will get some votes from the solid south ranks, I feel quite sure, personally, that Mr. Taft will gain a great many more votes than if his Southern tour had been otherwise or if he had not made it. Two of the South's most prominent states have been accorded the pleasu e of a visit of the "greatest Negro educator" in the world. The first trip was made by Mr. Taft and others to the state of Virginia, where he spoke to the people in several of the towns. The most prominent plans being at Hale's Ford, his old home or the home of his former master. This trip was made amid many interesting occurrences and incidents. But how could one be otherwise if Mr. Washington made it? The audience at Roanoke was large, naturally so, but the crowd that greeted him at Hale's Ford, a little village town, was larger. you might say, because it was more representative. Among them were the old Negro ex slaves, and their descendants. Many of these older people were at this same place many years ago when Mr. Washington was with the rest of the family. After looking around the old homestead with his master's grandson, who is a wealthy farmer near Roanoke, he addressed the crowd of people who had been summoned to the old Burroughs plantation to hear Mr Washington speak for a few moments. Around him were many of the aristocratic whites as well as many of the poorer classes of white people, and as I have stated, the colored people of the vicinity for miles around were gathered there to listen to the man who once dwelt there in humbleness and many other ways as he himself has often told. This was Dr. Washington's first visit since twenty five years ago. The gentleman, Mr. Burrcughs, who accompanied him to his former home, has the will of his grandfather, in which the Mr. Washington's value as a slave, along with the others, is estimated. It would no doubt be interesting for Mr. Washington's Western friends to see it and then see this great institution which is always as busy as the busiest town in Alabama. It is a striking contrast. Dr. Washington's second was to the state of Mississippi. There were several distinguished gentlemen who accompanied him on this trip both white and colored. This trip was exceedingly interesting as it was for the direct benefit of our own race for which he went there. His visit to the city of Jackson where the crowd was so enormous that the building partly collapsed, to Utica, Holly Springs, Natchez, Greenville and Mound Bayou, the so called Negro capital of Mississippi, could easily take up enough space to write a little book. The trip was occasioned by an invitation from the Mississippi Local Negro Business League and was of more profit and value than can be described for possibly many years. This trip was without a single bad accident or unseemly act on the part of anyone. It will interesting to note that the state of Mississippi has eleven banks owned and controlled by Negroes and the little town of Mound Bayou has in progress the erection of a $40,000 cotton seed oilmill. Also to note that the general progress of the state of Mississippi among Negroes is far ahead of any other southern state, possibly that of all the United States. These two visits will be remembered and only wish that I had time to write more of the benefit that will be derived from them in time to come. The agricultural department has a very fine exhibit at the Alabama state fair which is being held this week. Products from the farm and garden of the prosperous people of Macon county with our own will make a fine showing. We hope to carry off the county agricultural prize. The school also has its many other industrial divisions' work on exhibition here. Our Marion county fair will be held on November 6th and 7th and I only wish that some of my Western friends could be here with me. The students are expected to attend in a body. Other news of interest has not fully developed for the writing, but—be fore closing allow me to ask this one question, "What's the matter with the Republicans? Also, I wish to announce that I am no longer conected with The Rising Son. I hope my friend Dawson will swing off before the train gets going too fast down the road. YALE. KANSAS Mrs M. Yarhrough was in Pittsburg last week, shopping. Also Rev Mundy. Mrs Woods of Oklahoma, arrived in our town last week and will for the future seride here. M. A. Morse was in Pittsburg on last Saturday and Sunday. Mrs Turner has been on the sick but is improving. Messrs. Lewis and McDavid were in Pittsburg on Sunday. There will be an entertainment Saturday night, given by the Maids for the benefit of Bro. Montgomery. All should turn out. There will be a supper at Mrs L. Weller's Saturday night. A good time is expected. EMPORIA, KANS Mr. H. Banks, assisted by her niece, Minn Lucille Campbell, entertained Wednesday evening from 1 to 6 p.m. in honor of her daughter Lucille's ninth birthday Mennra Jan Carson and Haskell Lealie of Pittstburg, entertained a number of young lady and gentlemen friends at the home of Mr Lealie's sister, Mrn A. L. Evans. There will be a grand play at the Masonic hall November 27, given under the control of Reva, Brasco and Gibson of the St James Baptist church. The subject is "The Cities of the Bible." All are invited. Miss Myrtle Young has returned from a two weeks visit in Salina. When in Emporia stop at the NUMBER 44 Star restaurant, B F Allen ma nager Miss Owen of Topeka, is attending the Kansas State Normal. Rev Ransom was in Emporia on Sunday and held his first quarterly meeting with Rev Craw pastor A. M. E. church. It was well attended. Mrs. Lucy Duncan entertained from 7:30 to 9 p.m., Tuesday Oct. 20, in honor of the eleventh birthday of her daughter Alice. Mrs R A Allen has returned from Atchison and is on the sick list. There will be a lecture given at the Second Christian church. Rev J. L. Tally was visiting with friends in Emporia on Tuesday. Emporia is well pleased with the decision the committee rendered at the State convention at Atchison. The members of the St. James Baptist church are putting in cement sidewalks and steps. Mr Bly is reported better after a severe spell of sickness Miss Johnson of Oklahoma,visited her aunt, Mrs M Douglas. Hon W T Vernon spoke at the court house Friday evening, October 9th to a large and enthusiastic audience. He was entertained by the ladies of the Christian and the A M E churches Miss M B Patterson, of Topeka, visited with Miss Sadie Phillps. B F Allen is rebuilding his restaurant after having a great loss by fire BONNER SPRINGS Miss Willa Johnson recently entertained Mrs M C Matthews, the new teacher, at 6 o'clock dinner. Little Bertha Hamilton, aged 11 years, a pupil in the primary room at Neconi school, departed this life Tuesday morning at 2 o'clock, and was buried on Thursday at 11 a.m., from the Baptist church Rev Hamilton preached an able sermon and the day school pupils sung beautiful and appropriate music. Miss Johnson had charge of music and Mrs M C Mathean prepared the resolutions for the Neconi day school, which were read by little Dealma Nutall and were very affecting. The juveniles of the Mysterious Ten turned out in a body. Mrs Saunders and another friend from Manhattan, made a pleasant visit to Mrs Estes, recently. Mrs. M Callaway. Matthews has returned from Atchison, where she attended the funeral of her mother, Mrs Mary V Callaway. William Rhodes, of Kansas City, is here, collecting insurance. Mr Moore paid a flying visit to Edwardsville recently. Mrs Paul Graat is indisposed. J W Jones, undertaker of Kansas City, was in our city and officiated at the last funeral. HURTON. KAS. Sunday evening, October 4th, at 8 p.m., a quiet, sweet home wedding was held at the home of Mrs P T Murphy, sister of the bride, when Miss Lydia Adams was married to William W. Fuget, Rev. Richir performing the ceremony. The bride was beautifully gowned and looked her best. The house was charmingly decorated with potted plants and festooned ribbon. The happy pair will be at home to their friends at their pretty home on High street. Miss Anna Cooper is making her horse with Mrs. C. Mukes while attending Washburn college. FOR SALE—Twenty acres of excellent land and house and barn. Located in five miles of Topeka. Inquire at THE PLAINDEATER office Mrs. W. A Robinson of Kansas City is the guest of her mother, Mrs Angeline Williams of Buchanan street. Miss Grace Williams, after a very pleasant visit to her grandmother, returned to her home in Lexington, Mo. She will leave in a few days for Denver, Colo., where her father is located as pastor of the A. M. E church. FOR SALE—Louse cabbage for burying. 25 cents dozen. Will not deliver less than four dozen. Send order to D. Chiles. Oakland; P. O. Can secure any amount you desire Bell 'Phone No 3751 two rings Miss Blanche Edmonds entertained Miss Mayme Floyd and bridal party at a six course dinner yester day evening. Although the menu was superb the crowning feature was the decorations. The color scheme, rhd and white, was artistically carried out, even the ices and desserts being in these colors while red and white ribbons laden with hearts extendep from the chandeliers to the corners of the table, making a perfect arch of all. Miss Blanche and her mother are noted for their originality in designing. Mrs. R. S. Christain left one day this week for a two months' visit to her old home in South Carolina She is one of the leading club and church ladies of this city, and her many friends wish her a pleasant visit. Mrs. Nannie Lewis of Russell Springs is visiting in the city, the guest of her sister, Mrs D. Hickman, and her cousin, Mrs. Hayes. Mr Lewis is among the prosperous citizens in that community Mrs Peik Jones has returned home after a four months' stay in Denver and other points in Colorado --- Mr William McCord, one of the most prominent plasterers and paper hargers of Topeka, was married at the home of Rev D. W Hardiman, 1801 Kansas savanne, to Mrs Winnie Jackson of Kansas City, formerly of Topeka. Mrs Jackson possesses several thousand dollars worth of real estate in Dover, Okla., and has traveled extensively in the past year and is well known throughout the state. Dr and Mrs McCord will reside in this city during the winter but business will call them west next spring. All wish them a happy married life. FOR SALE—Rooming house, restaurant and Pool Hall. The best money making proposition in the state. Reason for wanting to sell, failure in health. A snap for some one, as it is the only rooming house and restaurant in the city. For further information, address S L James, Box 365, Squlpa, Okla FIRST AFRICAN The cloudy weather had such an effect upon the members of this progressive church that they preferred to enjoy "the blessings of refreshing rain" at home. The small number who attended were entertained by Rev. Carr, who, in lieu of a sermon, delivered a lecture upon the deceptive and inconsistent ways of some people. Several visitors were present The pastor delivered the evening sermon to a small crowd. The Willing Workers had a social Wednesday evening at the home of Miss Annabel Radford which was much enjoyed by all who attended Sunday will be the regular communion day and the C. E society will have its consecration meeting in the evening. You should attend and renew your covenant and pledge OBITUARY. Clarece Woods was born in Woodlawn, Tenn., July 4th, 1873, and came to Kansas with his parents in 1884. He died of acute consumption October 26th, at his home, 517 North Harrison street. Funeral was held the following day at B street Baptist church. He leaves a mother, a sister a brother and a host of friends to mourn his demise. Rbert Austin, aged 34, died October 26th, at his residence, 426 Locust street, of tuberculosis. Funeral was held at First African Baptist church Wednesday and the remains were interred in Topeka cemetery. Nancy Williams, aged 67 years, died at her home, 917 North Topeka avenue, en October 28th. Her death was the result of a hemorrhage. Her funeral was held from the residence yesterday, and interment in Rochester cemetery. Carrie Monroe died Monday at her home, 1166 Lane street, at the age of 16 years. She was liked by all who knew her. She had been ill two weeks. The funeral was held Wednesday at Sailoh Baptist church She leaves a host of relatives to mourn her loss. George Rey olds died at his home, 1429 Quincy street, Wednesday, at the age of 78 years Death resulted from dropy. Funeral will be held this afternoon at the residence. ST. JOHN A. M. E CHURCH. To the reflective mind it is doubly apparent that the professed child of truth is living in a day of great opportunity. Who, upon the least observation, is he that can fail to see the open door or hear the crying voice of a chance to serve in the highest sense? There is no place in all this land of sun but the necessity of a helping hand is seen. I you have not until a held of acceptable service it is because you will not heed the call The words of the missionary, hymn, "Hark! the voice of Jesus, crying." were never more prominent in the a mosphere of moral service than they are today. No consecrated soul needs to stop and ask the question, "What am I to do?" Look around you; the fields are white to harvest. The congregations at St John on the Sabbath were excellent, in spite of the inclement weather. The Sabbath school and C. E league were well attended and full of interest. The seating Circle met with Mrs T Byr t Wednesday afternoon. A pleasant time was enjoyed by all. The plan of the a rd and trustee t raising money and pro cessing the work for the year is meeting with he gry to pass from the members and a n.. D o n t m e the co m m i on s v e r i c e run t a y The C. of St. John will give a wish your name for 12' social at Elk at 6:30 Kan. s. avenue, on thursday evening. Attention will be as many points as there are letters in our name (both surname and Christian name). Retire soon will be here. Every come and see what your name is worth. IOLA KANS The Rev and Mrs W B Johnson who has made job then home for the past two years left last Saturday for their new field of labor at Quindito, Kan. The Rev Johnson having been assigned to the work at the sitting of the last conference, their many friends here wish them success in their pastoral work Rev Goodbinder, (white,) of the U B church preached a wonderful sermon at the 2nd Baptist church last Sunday night to a crowded house. Hon. J. H. Guy of Topeka was in the city last week and addressed the republican club at the YMCA. He also spoke at Basset. On last Wednesday afternoon at 4:30 o clock at the home of the bride's parentr, Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Winfreys, Miss Mary Winfrey and Mr. Sohn Haytor were married. Rev Gordon officiating. Mrs. Eliza Parker who has been visiting friends and relatives at Lawrence for the past week returned home last Tuesday and reports a very pleasant visit. She witnessed the opening of the Old Folks home Mr. and Mrs. Willis Williamson entertained on last Tuesday at six o'clock dinner Rev and Mrs J W Gordon and Mr and Mrs T H McColors in honor of Mr Williamson's birthday. Mr. Frank Waston who has been visiting friends and relatives in Liberty, Mo for the past two weeks returned home last Wednesday and reports a very pleasant visit. Some of the best talents of Iola are re-hearing the drama, known as the Sprinter's Return, the original old maids return from the hortodikes. GRANU LODGE. KNIGHTS OF Supreme Jurisdiction N. A., S. A., E. A., A. A. and A. Office of the Grand Chancellor, Wichita, Kansas-Proclamation No. 1-To the Grand and Subordinate Lodge Officers and Members, Greeting: The fifteenth annual session of this Grand Lodge convened in the Castle Hall of Syracuse Lodge No 2s. Galeno, on July 18, 19 and 20, 190s. This session proclaims a new era in this Grand Jurisdiction and its work will go down in history as the grandest in point of harmony and work accomplished since the organization of the Grand Lodge. Harmony was the watchword. Peace and rProgress the slogan for the coming year. Hutchinson was the place chosen for the next session of the Grand Lodge, with Bonus Lodge No. 21, on the fourth Tuesday in July, 1909. The following Grand Lodge officers were duly elected to serve for the ensuing year: Grand Vice Chancellor, Dr. I. H. Anthony, Kansas City Grand Chancellor, John E. Lewis, Wichita. Past Grand Chancellor, J. H. King, Weir City. Grand Prelate, Rev. J. W. Gordon, Iola. Grand Keeper of Records and Seals, W. W. Plumb, Topoka. Grand Master of Exchequer, B. G. Jackson, Yale. Grand Lecturer, Rev. M Pickens, Pittsburg. Grand Master at Arms, B. B. Williams, Hutchinson, Grand Medical Register, Dr. S. H. Thompson, Kansas City. Grand Atorney, J. H. Guy Topoka Supreme Representative, B. Pope, Topoka Grand Secretary Endowment Department, A. T. Glover, Wichita Grand Treasurer Endowment Department, M. B. Wools, Colleyville, Grand Inner Guard, L. H. Walker, Garden City. Grand Outer Guard, W. H. Morton, Ft. Scott Appointive Officers, T. H. Young, Grand Mushull, Galena; Louis Cringe, Grand Trustee (3 years) Wellington; G. H. Drumgould, Grand Trustee (1 year). Arkansas City. Chairman of Standing Committees On Appeals and Givvans, Dr. I. H. Anthony, Kansas City; on Printing and Supplies, H. I. Monroe, Topeka; on Laws and Supervision W. W. Plumb, Tpk. on Dispensation and Charter, Thomas Cox, Wichita; on Finance, Dr. S. H. Thompson Kansas City; on Returns and Credentials, John Gutter, Minial, on Foreign Correspondence, Julius Reese, Cherokee; on Relation with Court of Calant w. J. W. Clark, Lawrence, on Mileage, Robt. S. Brown, Manhattan; on Uniform Rank, Samuel W. Jones, Wichita; on State of Ord r. John Singleton, Winsfield. Deputies.—D W. Montgomery, No. 20, Independence; W. A. Wright No. 20, Winfield, Brooks Lane, No 22, Iola; L. H Duker No. 16, Garden City; H. B Williams No. 21, Hutchinson; L. H. Brown, No 17, Cherokee; G. Edwards, No 27, Kansas City; I W. Club, No. 1, Lawrence Robt. S Brown, No 9, Monh uttfan G. W. owry, No. 19, Paoli; R. Zukev, No 6, Pittsburg; I B. Davis, No 5, Weir Deputies at Large—H. W. Dullard, Topoka; L. M. Tiggs, Parsons; M. R. Wood, Coffeyville; Fred Martin, Wichita; A. J. Brack, Hutchinson. Lodges will take warning that in the future when lodges use their funds otherwise than provided by law they will be severely dealt with. We need five hundred (500) members this term and not less than one-half dozen lodges. Therefore a general dispensation to all lodges in the Jurisdiction is hereby granted for sixty (60) days for the reception of new members. Apply to your deputy for rates or direct to me. Lodges are expected to take advantage of this dispensation for the increase of their membership. Lodges should send all matters which arise in the lodge for settlement to the deputy and not to the Grand Chancellor. Officers occupying stations requiring bonds must furnish same within thirty (30) days or their office will be declared vacant and others appointed to all them. I shall expect each officer and member of the Order to do his duty, no matter what his station may be. We must have good, efficient work during this year. Lodges must pay more attention to the ritualistic work, as they will be held responsible for the proper conferring of the Ranks. Officers must memorize the ritual, and incompetence in this respect will be sufficient cause for removal. Defect or lack of paraphernalia should be reported to the deputy at once. I earnestly desire that every lodge carry its officers' card in our official organ, The Topeka Plaindealer, give the nights of meeting and postoffice address of your Chancellor Commander and Keeper of Records and Seal. I ask and shall expect the loyal support of every Knight to give their aid and assistance in promoting the welfare of this organization to the end that the next session may show increased progress and prosperity and success for Pythianism. Thus done and signed at Wichita, Kansas, this 8th day of September, A. D. 1908, and of the Pythian Ptiod XLV JNO. E. LEWIS, Grand Chancellor. Attest: W. W. PLUMB. Grand Keeper of Records and Seal. 1012 Buchanan Street, Topeka, Kansas. Legal Notices House Concurrent Resolution No. 2a. Proposition to amend the constitution relating to compensation of members of the legislature. Resolved by the Legislature of the State of Kansas, two-thirds of the members elected to each house concurring therein: SECTION 1. The following proposition to amend the constitution of the State of Kansas is hereby submitted to the qualified electors of said state for their approval or rejection, to wit: The constitution of the State of Kansas is hereby amended by striking out the whole of section 3 of article 2 of said constitution and inserting in lieu of said section the following, which shall constitute section 3 of article 2 of the constitution: See 3. The members of the legislature shall receive as compensation for their services the sum of five hundred dollars for each regular session and one hundred dollars for each special session, and three cents for each mile traveled by the usual route in going to and returning from the place of meeting. Sec. 2. This proposition shall be submitted to the electors of this state at the general election to be held in the year 1905 for their approval or rejection. The amendment hereby proposed shall be designated on the official ballot by the following title: "Amendment to the constitution relating to compensation of members of the legislature" and shall be voted for or against as provided by law under such title. Sec. 3. This resolution shall take effect and be in force from and after its publication in the statute book. Passed the House March 5, 1907. Passed the Senate March 7, 1907. Approved March 9, 1907. I hereby certify that the foregoing is true and correct copy of original house concurrent resolution No. 21, now on the in my office. C. E. DINSON. Senate Concurrent Resolution No 11. A proposition to appoint the constitution relative to the disqualification of judges to hold certain offices. Be it resolved by the legislature of the State of Kansas, two thirds of the members elected to each house thereof concerning that in. SECTION I. The following proposition to amend the constitution of the State of Kansas is hereby submitted to the qualified electors of the state for their approval or rejection: That section 13, article 3, be amended so as to read as follows: See 13. The justices of the supreme court and the judges of all courts of record of this state shall, at stated times, receive for their services such compensation as may be provided by law, which shall not be increased during their respective terms of office. Such justices or judges shall receive no fees or perquisites nor hold any other office of profit or trust under the authority of the state, or the United States, except the office of judge of any federal court or justice or judge of a court of this state, during the term of office for which such justices and judges shall be elected, nor practice law in any of the courts in the state during their continuance in office. SEC. 2. This proposition shall be submitted to the electors of the state at the general election of representatives in the year 1008 for their approval or rejection. The amendment hereby proposed shall be designated on the official ballot by the following title: "The judicial amendment to the constitution," and shall be voted for or against as provided by law under such title. Passed the Senate January 29, 1907. Passed the House March 9, 1907. Approved March 12, 1907. I hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of original senate concurrent resolution No. 11, now on file in my office. C. E. DENTON. Secretary of State. PUBLICATION NOTICE. In the D'strict Court of Shawnee County, Kavess. Beadie Spradley, Plaintiff. The defendant, Henry Spradley, is hereby notified that he has been sued for divorce in the above-named court by the plaintiff, Beadie Spradley, and also for the custody of the minor child. James Spradley, and unless he appears and answers on or before the 5th day of November, 1908, the said position will be taken as true and judgment rendered, and giving her the care, custody and control of their minor son, James Spradley, and costs of suit. JOSEPH REED, Attorney for Plaintiff. Attest: R. L. THOMAS. [SFAL.] Clerk. First published September 18th, 108. Bell 'Phone 1092 Ind. Phone 868. Dr: J. M. Jamison, Physician and Surgeon. Examining Physician of the nights and Ladies of Protection: Special attention to diseases of women and private diseases Office and Residence: 327 Madison Street. TOPFKA, EA Open from 6 a. m. to 1 a. m Latonia Cafe Latonia Cafe Fish of all kinds, Chicken, Porter House Steaks, Ice Cream, Cigars and Tobacco. Most popular Restaurant in Kansas City. JACK FIELDS, Preprietor 912 E.12th Kansas City, Mo. Swellest Jewelry Store in Town Miss Addis, Has a nice line of Diamonds, Watches, Clocks, Cut Glass and Silverware at greatly reduced prices. 817 KANSAS AVENUE. W. L. Osbon, 1535 Kansas Ave. Leading Grocery Store. All Kinds of Fine Groceries. 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Agents Want The effects of Taylor's Comb for STRAIGHTENING THE HAIR. The cylinder positively prevents any injury to hair or scalp. 2 THE COMBS NEVER GET HOT. Soft, glossy, healthy hair assured to every user of this splendid comb. It is the only self-heating Comb made, the heat being confined entirely to the cylinder. No more burned scalps or scorched and broken hair. Perfectly safe for children to use. can't wear out. Sent prepaid to any address for $2. You run no risk as we will cheerfully refund the money if Combs are not as represented. If agent has not called, write, Newton Novelty Manufacturing Company, 308-10 Main St., Cincinnati Ohio. Agents Wanted Everywhere Mrs. A. A. Whitman of Atlanta, Ga., who has been visiting friends here for the past three weeks left Thursday for her home, she was accompanied as far as Topeka by Mrs. Scott King where they spent the night with Mrs. Jan H Guy. It is the earnest desire that Mrs. Whit man returns and locates in Lawrence Lawyer Guy accompanied her to Kansas City. Rev T W Greene of Baxter S'p was in Lawrence Saturday and Sunday and preached for Rev Christian Sunday night Miss Edgarnie Walton of K I visited last week at Leavenworth. The Sierry Leone club met with Mrs Lillie Garter lift Tuesday afternoon. The Stewardess Board of St Luke A M E church met with Mrs W J Reed last Monday afternoon Mrs A A Whitman expresses her many thanks to her friends for their kindness to her, and regrets that she could not return their calls before leaving. Mr. W. T. Escoe, a former re- president of Muskogee has just finished a fine 3-story modern residence at a cost of $1,000. The family . Judicial District ANTEY c Nominee tor 7th District MOUND CITY,KAS. Res 310 South Walnut Phone 524 DUGLASS WONDERFUL club for STRAIGHTENING THE events any injury to hair or scalp. HOT. Soft, glossy, healthy hair and comb. No made, the heat being confined en- cerned scalps or scorched and broken use. can't wear out. *2. You run no risk as we will abs are not as represented. If agent Manufacturing Company, Agents Wanted Everywhere have moved in and the furniture is new up-to-date. Mrs Blanche Miller of K. U. will spend two or three days in Leavenworth this week. Mrs. Sandrum of Muskogee is the guest of Mrs. J. M. Escoe and will remain a couple of months Mrs. Senora Darton aged 23 died last week. The funeral services was held at St. Luke A M E church and officiated by Rev J M Brown. The People's Choice for County Attorney In J. J. Schonek, Shawnee county has had the best county attorney since the days of Hon. Charles Curtis. He has enforced the law to the letter without fear or favor, and for the first time in years the county is "dry." He is the kind of official the people have been praying for, and as an endorsement of his splendid administration, it is generally believed that he will be elected by the largest majority ever given a candidate for this office. With the colored people he stands high. Although a democrat, he has retained a colored republican in his office as deputy, which clearly demonstrates where he stands in regard to giving the race recogni The magnificent endorsement given the Hon. J. J. Schenck, our present county attorney by the attorneys shows that the people of this county are anxious to have their interests properly looked after and to have all the laws upon the statue book properly and amply enforced. Mr. Schenck is an able lawyer, and has stood at the front rank of the bar of Shawnee county for many years, although a democrat, his efficient service and the loyal course that he has persuaded and the superior administration he is giving the people of Shawnee county will surely entitle him to the support of the voters of Shawnee county. We think he will and should be given the second term, and we hope every colored man will cast his vote for Hon. J. J Schenck for county attorney on Nov 31d. HON A. M. HARVEY, THE PEOPLE'S CHOICE FOR THE REG- ISLATURE. The Right Man in the Right Place. In selecting men to represent us in the state legislature, the voters especially the colored people—must study well the character, experience, etc. of the man. Major A. M. Harvey, candidate for representative from the district, is a man that should receive the support of every colored man in Shawnee county. If you don't live in his district, get out and work for him. He has always looked well to the colored man's interest and if sent to the legislature this time will see that the race is treated fairly. He stands out boldly against class legislation and be lev. s that one law is sufficient to govern all men. In Major Harvey the laboring man has never had a better friend While lieutenant governor of this state Major Harvey made many staunch friends. He was a splendid officer, and always took special pains in hearing and attending to the wants and needs of the colored people. This is a year when we need Republicans in our legislative halls, especially in Kansas where Jim Crow has registered his name upon the statutes. We look for more vicious legislation of this class to be offered at the next session, and we must have men of the Harvey type on the floor to fight it down Personally, Mr. Harvey is one of the finest men in the state, and when the affairs of others are intruited in his hands he treats it as he would a personal matter. The cause of right and justice is a cause that is close to Major Harvey's heart, and he will fight for it no matter how great the odds. Negroes remember your duty. Rally to the polls, and give Major Harvey the largest majority ever given a candidate in this district 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 Ozonized O. Marrow Co., 153 E Kinzie street, Chicago, Ill. For particular see advertisement elsewhere in this paper. WANTLE—Two young women to begin training in the Mitchell Hospital. For further information address, Mrs. M. E. Merritt, Mitchell Hospital, Leavenworth, Kaw. Mrs. A. C. M'Clelland, Shampnoing and Massaging. Braids for Sale or made to Order. Hair Dressing and Straightening A Specialty. Call at 226 Kansas Ave, Topeka Ka, Large, Pure, Fresh, Jucy Oysters, Fish and Game EKA FISH & OYSTER MARK D. WOOLF, Prop. E 1889 323 K. Industrial and Educational THE WESTERN TUSKEGEE. A School For Christian NTS: State Industrial, Agricultural, Normal, Normal Elocution and Military. ES: New Buildings, Modern Equipment Special Tra- moral Tone, Strict Discipline. Home Training dent Learn & Trade. Charter, Principal. M. W. Freeman, A. DRAWER M., TOPEKA, KANSAS. Opportunity of You See TAYLOR & CUNNINGHAM, Real Estate, Loans, Rent TOPEKA FISH & OYSTER MARKE D. WOOLF, Prop. Topeka Industrial and Educational Institute THE WESTERN TUSKEGEE. A School For Christian Training. WHAT WE DO WE DO WELL Wm. R. Carter, Principal. M. W. Freeman, Asst. Principal DRAWER M., TOPEKA, KANSAS. An Opportunity of Your Life! See TAYLOR & CUNNINGHAM, For Real Estate, Loans, Rentals and ney have $100,000 worth of property listed, wn be bought on easy terms. They have prop all parts of the city, ranging in value from $8,000 Also farms in large and small tr you have a small amount of money and desir quickly and comfortably located. see them a Fifth St.. Topeka. 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. CITY HAND LAUNDRY Phones 546. 927 Kansas Ave. LYMAN & ULSH, Props. For long and beautiful hair use Mme. C. J. Walker's wonderful hair grower it cures the scalp of all diseases, and starts the hair at once to growing, and stops it from falling out. This wonderful preparation was discovered by Mme. C. J. Walker in a dream and is positively guaranteed to grow hair, or money refunded. She will send to any address in the city, or the U. S., a six weeks treatment by mail, charges prepaid, for $1.10. After becoming convinced of its merits, you can purchase the grower for $300 per dozen, $200 per half dozen. Pressing oil $250 per dozen, or $1.50 per half dozen. Agents wanted everywhere. Instructions with each order. Send stamps for reply. One of the many letters that she receives daily from reputable people from all parts of the country: BEFORE USING Give Us Your Printing TOPEKA IND. PHONE 1889 Insurance. MARKE 323 KANSA AVE. ADVERTISING RATES PER MONTH $2.00 PER INCIL. Entered at the Postoffice at Topeks as Second class Mall Matter FRIDAY OCT, 30 1908. Repubican Ticket---Anderson County. For State Senator, J. H. Milligah For Representative, J. B. Rhodes For Sheriff, B. B. Babb. For Treasurer, W. R. Simons. For Register of Deeds, Daze Cheek. For County Clerk, M. J. Keeton For Clerk of Court, John N. Morris. For Sup't, Chas. Kennedy. For County Attorney, Chas. Garrion For Surveyor, R. W. Gailey. For Coroner. Dr. Thos. Kirks patrick. For Probate Judge, W. A. Trigg For County Printer, Paul H. Kirk. For Commissioner Second District, E. Calvert. For Commisioner '1 third District, N. T. Hunt. TROUBLE FOR CONDUCTORS. The Jim Crow law in Oklahoma is causing the railroad conductors a great deal of trouble as up to the present time they have received no definite instructions from headquarters as to what action they shall take in dealing with the Negroes. The main difficulty is in regard to interstate traffic, as the Negroes claim that where they have interstate tickets, they cannot be compelled to ride in separate coaches This point has been taken under consideration by the United States court, but no decision has been rendered. Meanwhile the conductors have received no instructions and they are greatly worried as to what is the correct course for them to pursue If the colored people demand that they be allowed to ride with the white folks when they have interstate tickets, the conductors are afraid to refuse them that privilege for fear of having complaint made by the Negro, Hon. W. T. Vernon, register of the treasury has won the reputation of being one of the leading orators in America. He has been in great demand everywhere this year, speaking in Indiana, Illinois, Ohio and Colorado. He is a campaigner and vote getter. He has no peer in his race, and as a logical debater he stands high in the councils of his party. Mr. Vernon has done more to unite the colored people and solidify them to the cause of Republicanism than any other instrument used by the National committee. He is a close friend of our next president, Mr. Taft, and will return to Kansas soon to cast his vote for him before going to Washington to take up his duties in the Registry department. All Kansas and the West are proud of him as he has made good and is now ready to do what he can for the uplift of his race. He spoke to thousands at Abyssinia hall in St. Louis, and there were thousands turned away, the building not being sufficiently large to allow them to enter. This was the largest gathering he ever addressed since he has been on the stump. A banquet was served after the meeting, where he received greetings and congratulations of his friends and admirers. Mr Vernon has the best wishes of THE PLAINDEALER and an innumerable host of friends for continued success. sult of the sale of their crops. This is also the season of the year when they are tempted to throw away thousands of dollars in unwise directions. I urge you to use some of the money this fail that you would throw away, in providing for the proper education of your children. We must, as a race, learn to make sacrifices. It is better that we go without proper clothing, that we go hungry, live on bread and water, even, if necessary, rather than neglect the education of our children. Let each person, teacher or minister, who reads these words, begin at once and stir the people to action in his immediate county. THE NEGRO AND THE PUBLIC SCHOOLS OF THE SOUTH. To the Colored People of the South: This is the third time that I have had the privilege of speaking to you in this way upon what I consider the most vital subject, outside of religion, that concerns our race. Action upon it cannot be delayed or omitted without the most serious consequences to this and succeeding generations. I refer to the education of our colored children in the country districts, where from 80 to 85 per cent of our people live. In a recent trip through the state of Maryland I was surprised to find, for example, that there were rural communities almost within eight of the dome of the Capitol of the nation where the public schools for our race are only open from two to two and one-half months during the year. Taking the Southern States as a whole, it is safe to say that the country schools are not in session at present longer than four or five months out of the twelve. When we add to this condition, in most cases, poor school houses or no school houses, little apparatus and poorly paid school teachers, it is clear this is a condition demanding immediate and constant attention of parents, ministers, teachers and leaders of every description. The facilities for public school education in the cities and larger towns are good for the most part, but I know of counties where Negro teachers are paid not more than $15 per month, and out of this they must board themselves. This means practically no school, for a teacher worth more cannot live on such a wage. In order to impress our people with the truth of how far we are behind and what remains to be done let me make a comparison: Two years ago each child in the state of Massachusetts had spent upon him as per school population, in the free public schools $26.42, while taking the South as a whole for the same year a Negro child had spent upon him as per school population from 50 cents to $1,20 in the different Southern states. At such rate does any one believe that we can educate our children? Ignorance will grow denser, and crime, lawlessness and inefficiency will increase. Something must be done and that speedily. What is the remedy? Let parents and leaders get into close and sympathetic touch with the local and county and state officials and make known the condition and the needs of the children. If one effort does not succeed, make another and another and another. You yourselves, must make your wants known; no one can or will do it for you. We must in a firm, conservative and yet polite manner insist upon our proper share of the public school funds Parents must bear in mind that if th y get all the public school fund that is justly due their children, this alone will not provide for the education of their children Even the white children in the South are not receiving enough money to properly educate them from the public fund. In some way each community must organize effort to tax itself and keep taxing itself until each community has a good school house and a school term lasting from six to eight months in each year, taught by qualified teachers. I speak to our people now on this subject that they may begin organizing and that they may raise money this fall while our people have it Now is the time to act. Do not delay another day. This is the season of the year when our people are handling considerable cash as a re. Splendidly located, steam heated superior faculty, expenses low. The Place You Can Buy Great Bend Hardware & Implement Co. Great Bend, - Kansas. You can make Money by investing in a few Shares of Black Diamond 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 closed 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. L. L. JONES. Vice-President B. D. D. Cc., GENTLEMEN: I enclose berewith.....dollars for 50 or..... shares of Black Diamond Development Co's., Stock at 50e per share Par Value $1.00 each, fully paid and non-assessable and carry no personal liability. GEO. R. SMITH COLLEGE Splendidly located, steam heated superior faculty, expenses low. BOOKER T. WASHINGTON. Tuskegee Institute, Ala., October 1, 1908. SHAWNEE COUNTY Hon. John F. Switzer, Democratio candidate for state senator has resided in Kansas since 1889 He is a lawyer of rare ability as can be seen by his twenty years of uninterrupted success before all courts. He is a native of Ohio thoroughly embued with those excellent qualifications that has made the men of his state leaders. The position of state senator is one that requires a man of great executive ability,—one who has studied well the reeds and wan of the people. In this, Mr. Switzer is familiar, and knows the want and needs of those he desires to represent. He is free from the lash of cliques, rings, etc., and if elected would be governed by the wants and needs of the people. He is a thorough gentleman, honest, upright and fair; easy to approach, and has always been friendly to the colored peop. Mr. Switzer has always stood for that which would advance the interests of all the people, and as a result has made many warm friends among the colored people. He is making a campaign on his merits, and simply asks all to study well the question: "Shall the people rule?" If so, and he is elected, the demands of the people will be obeyed. Kentucky Drills, Winona, Old Hickory and Mitchell Wagons—Racine Buggies, Majestic Ranges, Bucks Heaters,reliable Gasoline Stoves. Anything in the Hardware and Impliment line. We are always glad to see you. Look! Look! Look! HOW All Stock Participates Alle This 30,000 shares is to be sol at 500 per share. It is Rightly wrth 750 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 $50.00 and over, payable in stock; and will allow 20 per cent discount for all cash payments less than $50.00, 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. SUBSRIPTION BANK. Please fill out this Coupon and mail to 2840 State Street, Chicago, Illinois, erewith...dollars for 50 or.... diamond Development Co's., Stock at 50e per share each, fully paid and non-assessable and carry no per- Name. Departments----Sewing, Domestic Economy and Business. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION ADDRESS. ‘CITY LOCALS. 30 1UVAInRG UP Bewe fees Nee ne: to find that our people did notice the excellent opportunity to make money, The “"H H" club declared a divi- dend on April toth. One boy who was bright enough to look atter the matter, cashed t his cards at $2 73 each, Through the negligence or over- aight of some people who might have taker his place in the d'vidends they neglected and lost that excellent op portunity. Every 48-lb sack of flour contains a card. Each of these cards is worth five cente in the purchase trom the Topeka Milling Co. of one Universal Bread Kneader. There je another way these cards can beused. Ask your grocer about it and if he cannot give you the in- formation, ask the ‘lopeka Milling Co. to explain it to you, A contest is now on which expires November 3oth. A similar contest expired April and, 1908, and some some of the cards inthat contest were actually worth $272 each. It will pay you to sit up and take notice, ¢tPride of the Kaw’’ Flour, none better made. ‘Pride of the Kaw” makes the best bread. Mr, and Mrs. Frank Porter of Lin- coln, Neb., were in the city visiting relatives and friends. iain, A widow wishes to correspond with a Christian gentleman, a minister preferred; object, matrimony Has agood home. Address Mrs. Saran Tugner, Gen’! Delivery, Kansas City, Mo ( ——S—— Mr, Wesley Page of Exskridge is visiting In the city this week. Mr, Emmett Page, employed at the Republican headquarters, was in Paxico last week. Mrz. Minnie Chiles, 924 Buchanan street, continues to improve: — A CARD OF THANKS, We desire to thank our many A CARD OF THANKS: We desire to thank our many friends for their kindnesss to us in our late bereavement, and for the beautiful floral offerings. Mr. ann Mr. F, L. d21Tz AND DAUGHTERS. J.M.PEnn, LET US SHOW YOU. How well you can do getting mem: bers for the Neighbors’ Sick Benefit Splendid commissions. Send for letters, “Perfectly Pleased Policy- holders.” Neighbors of the Hearthstone, 19th and Walout Sts, Kansas City, Mo. ti ——— AN OPLN LETTER. Cottrey, Okla,, Sept. 28th. lo whom it may concern: To pive as much publicity as por— sible 1am making this an open let- ter, The Neighbors of the Hearth- stone have Just paid me wy second sick claim and bave been very lib- The members of my cburch and all other good people will be better of if they carry a sick benefit with the Neighbors. I shall do ail I can for their euccess. Sincerely yours L. W. Wenn, Pastor Shiloh Baptist Church. NO RED TAPE, Strong City, Kans Neighbors of the Hearthstone, Kansas City, Dear Neighbors. Your check for one week's Lene- fits just received aud Ithank you for your promptness. My policy was received the 27.4 of the month, and I wss burt the follawing fourth, Your premotness acd lack of red tape will certatly make you friends here, I remain Yours, fraternally, Prank L. Franz FOR RENT—A four-room houee at 281 Clay strect. A letter received from Winslow, Arizona, tells uf the serious illness of Mr. Frank Moss. He has the best wishes of a hose of friends for a epeedy recovery. NOTICE. The Florence Crittenden Mission solicits the assistance of its friends, By the help of the National Critten~ den board they have bought a neat, comfortable home located in Pierce's addition and have secured an excels lent matron, This has exhausted their available funds, and they are in great need of means for current expenses, Indeed, they cannot go ‘on unless the good people of Tupeka and Kansas come to their aid Money most of all is needed, then coal, food and clothing, It our farm- er friends would donate hens to stock the poultry house it would be great- ly appreciated. Remember, ‘ He give twice who gives quickly.” Mrs. S.N. Malone, the president, is the authorized solicitor and a tel ephone message to the home wili reach her, Bell ’2292. DOUGLASS HOSPITAL, Editor Tag PLaInpEALER: My Dear Sir— Thinking that it wou'd be of some interest to your readers to know ot the work we are doing at Douglass hospital, I wish to present the fol- lowing facts: From Nav, 19th, 1907, to October 2and, 1908, our books will show the number of patients treated in the hospital, 193. Of this number 106 were pay and 37 charity patients, deaths, 20. All the patients now being treated are charity patients, except one The nurse training department consists of five pupil nurses and two graduate nurses, The public can readily see the value of this institution to the city and the urgent necessity of assisting it with donations either in finauce or food. Frances E McWIitiams, Matron, sm The First Baptist church of Paxi- co will give a dinner on Thanksgiv- ing Day in Woodward hall, Paxico, and will have preaching at the church atrza.m-anda concert at 9 p, m. Alma Baptist church will render a program and at night the two churches wil! celebrate Tkankagiv- ing together. A nice time is ex- pected. Come and enjoy yourselves The church is getting along all right. We believe we have the right man. Reporter, (), W. Owen, Fastor, Rev. J,H. Wilson, HIGGINSVILLE, MQ. Prof, W, H. Crawford of Alton Ill, wasiuthe city last week with an interesting exhibition at the Bap tist church, W. D, Lyle left Saturday evening for Kansas City to visit retatives. Rev. 7. L, Watson returned from ahe conference at Charleston, Mo,, to his former charge in Higginsville Dr. W. H. Howard changed care her Saturday from Moberly, Mo. tc Lexington. Green Patterson is on the sick list | VINITA, OKLA. Mre. Beray Thompson returned home the firat of the week after at. tending conference at Topeka and viriting friends at Lawrence, K C Kans and K C Mo, Mra W R Smith of Chetopa Kans was the guest of Mies B Thompson Wednesday and Thuraday, Mre Mae H Finley is reported on the aick let. Mra Austin and Porter sre now located on north Second street, Presiding Kider Ward held the quarterly meeting at Bethel A M EH ‘church last Sunday. Rev Woarhing. ton will leave Monday for Boley where the annual conference will convene beginning Wednesday a. m Mra E S Williams and mother returned from aatay of six weeks with relatives at Emporia Kanear, Mr Poper of Detroit ie now with the Cobb barber chop. We are als ways glad to welcome strangers to our city. The child of Mr and Mrs KE Haw. kins is very sick with typhoid fever Mies Aeta Williama was the guest of home folks Saturday at Keley. MANHATTAN, KAN. Rev P Williame, pastor of the x M Echurch passed to his heaven. ly home Sunday morning at two o’clock, Oct. 14. He had been ill for three or four montha, through not bedfast until toward the end of his illness, He was a patient suf. ferer and always bad a kind word for those who visited him during his illness. On the Saturday night before his death, as his loving wife and kind friends gathered around hie death bed upon his last requeet, be told them that all was well and left a beautitul testimony, the teati. mony of s sincere Christian. He left to mourn his loss a wife, t'vo sisters and a brother and a hoat of friends, both eaint and sioners. Elder Ransom took charge of the remaine and preached a moat beau- tiful sermon and the body was laid away in the Manhattac cemetery. Mrs P Williams wishes to thank her many friends for their kind as. sistance during the illness and death of her beloved husband. Muss Branch Harrison entertained at her home a number of her young friends Thuradsy evening in honor of Miss Lillie Lewis of Abilene. A delightful evening was spent and refreshments served. i ATCHISON KAS. Mr. Marshal Penn attended the funeral of bis daughter.in-law, Mre Anna Penn at Topeka Friday. Mre M E Glower visited her daughter Mrs C G Alexander in Muscotah laat week. Rev Willism Smothers delivered ‘an able sermon at the Highth etrect church Sunday afternoon, | Mr. John Mundy returned Wed- nesdsy from Carrolton Mo, with his bride. - Mr John Penn ie visiting re. latives in the city before returning to hie home in Des Monnes. The sewing circle of the A M E church was entertained thie week hy Mra Nelee Hunt on Mound St. Mrs Anna Patterson of Rockford Ill, ie visitiog relatives in the city, There will be a sacred program at Campbell Chapel A M E charch Sunday evening Nov, let. The infant of Mr and Mra Clar~ ence Nunne died at their bome on South Eighth etreet Monday morn. Camille Wileon will call on those in debt to this paper neat Thureday and Friday Nov 6 and 7, Please be ready to pay. ONAGA, KAN, Wm McQuay was at Lawrence one day this week, Basie Jordan of Lawrence is clerk at the Hotel Onaga. James Reddington je attending school here this term, Garden City, Kan, Oct 14th '08. Mr. Nick Chiles; Desr Sir—I received the frst copy of your paper thie morning, Your pudjication is doing a great work for your race, and ought to be better sppreciated by your peop'e. Sincerely yours, A.C. WHEELER, Get Busy In business for yourself. What's the use of work- ing for someone else all ot your days? Here area Few Enterprises that will make you aa independent living: Grocery store in the Negro district doing good husi- ness $800—$200 cash, balance on easy terms. Restaurant doing well, $25 a [day—$100 cash. Saloon, mixed trade—$250. : Lunch Room runs $10 a day, $50. Four chair Barber Shop established trade $150. Fifty room Hotel, down town, well turnished $2,000, $500 down $1o per week. Twenty room Rooming house $600 easy terms. Fifteen room Rooming house ‘near 1oth and Oak, $300, clears $75 a month. Several 8 to 12 room Rooming houses, will sell for $50 down and $5 per week. gas If you want to gointo business, buy a home, rent a house or get a job; come to our office and we will d> the rest. Afro-American Employment & Realty Co., ROOMS 1, 2. ‘3, 1005 MoMcGee Sth — —_ _ ansas City, $867 3908 Bemard University School of Metivin REV. W, P. THIRKIELD, J. L. D. Pres, ROBT, HEVEURN, M. 2. Dees W.C, MeNEILL, M.D, Secretary, The Forty-first annual session wil) begin October 1, 1908, aud continues eight months. Four Year’s Graded Conrse in Medicine. 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 corpa of instructors, Well equipted Isboratories, The new Freedmsn'e Hoppital, which sdjoine the Medical college, juet completed at a cost of 500,000 offers unexcelled clinical facilities, The third session of the post-graduate school snd polyctinio will will begin may 9, 1909, and continue six weeks for Medical course and four weeke for Dental couree. For further information or Catalogue, write W.C. McNEILL, D., Seertary, 539 Florida Ave, Washington, D. &. sane ceneBUY YOUR+amecame Coal, Feed, Hay, Etc., OF JAS, C, SHIMER, Poth Phones 475 1815 Kansas.Av LINCOLN INSTITUTE NOTES. The very successful summe: school term of Lincoln Institute closed August 15th, and a two wecke’ vacation having intervened, the fall term opened September tat with the full and regular corps of teachers on hand as usual. TLe date of closing and opening demonstrates that, as we have re. marked on ouler occasions, Lincoln Institute approximates continuous seation more nearly more than any other echool of ite clase in the country, if not, let ua hear from the others, The opening was unusually large and about 500 studenta have matri. culated, and each day adds to the increasing number, meanwhile one must bear in mind the fact that Missouri haa 8 vomparatively small population of color. Many other etatcs however an» nually are represented for this fa. mots school which has beceme very widely and favorably kno-vn under the admivietration of Dr 8 F Allen, | Dr, Allen spares neither time nor effort to make the school succeed; to keep its standards high, and be merity and deserves much credit for the great work he is doing for his race. The love and erteem in which he 18 held by the faculty and stu. dents was publicly indicated on the. oceasion of his birthday, S2pt. sth, when the former presented him a costly umbrella, handle of gold and pearl and the latter with a gold.headed cane. The moral ideal ect by Dr Allen for his students 16 a very high one, and hie timely chapel and Sunday talka to the young men ard womer who attend the achool are bound to bear excellent fruit in the futare. The literary and industrial work has securea gold medals and other awarde in the gteat expositiona, or world fairs and miy beecen in the office as proof of the eatimate plac. ed by competent judges upon the work cf the institu ion, and each succecding year brings to it a high- er standard of eacellence, The true college and athletic spirit is endorsed bby the adminis. tration, 1s maintained by the ata- dents and Lincoln’s Institute's va lor on grid-iron and diamond is ac. knowledged far and wide. The most recent victory was that of Oot wth with tbe Boonville team with 8 score of 61 to O in favor of Lincola The religious and literary bodies porscas & spirit of so'ivity that 1 very commendable and which lead material aid in creating for the life of the institution an invigoraticg atmosphere. Josevaine 8, Yates, SEND N OMONEY.—If you wish us to, we will ship so many amount of the above goods to your city, with the privilege or seeing them all before paying one cent. If not in every way as represented, they can be returned to us, and we will pay the freight charges both ways. Freight paid if full amount of cash is sent with the order, we will pay freight charges to any city in the United States, east of the Rocky Mountains, if the order amounts to $7.50, and only one lot of sugar or flour, at the above price. Other goods you can order any amount FREE-Grocery List, Jewelry and Hardware Catalogs. Order today. DEERING MERCANTILE CO., 60 Wabush Ave., Chicago, Ill. NOTICE. Literary Societies, the notice:— The Executive committee of the Interstate Literary association of Kansas and the West will meet in Kansas City, Kansas, Saturday, October 1st, at 1 p.m. at the residence of Mrs. W. L. Grant, 1901 N. Fourth street. It is earnestly hoped that all societies that have not organized will do so at once. Every society should begin at once to plan to have a representative at the annual meeting in Omaha. Neb That city is anxiously waiting to receive the largest delegation in the history of the organization. Let us go up in large numbers. MR F. G. WEST, President Mrs J G PEGG, Omaha, Chairman Executive committee. Mrs W. I. GRANT; cor Sec. WANTED—A first class cook for Lincoln Institute None but women of good moral character need apply Write to President B F Allen, Lincoln Institute, Jefferson City, Mo Carbondale Mineral Water can he had by writing A. McAdoo, who will deliver it at your door. This water is splendid a perfect health restorer, and all persons drinking "Carbonedale Mineral Water" are sure to derive benefits. THIS PAPER FREE for three months. Ask us how to obtain it. Snow like Cream best for complexion. Pleasing effect mettly seen Large jar 25c. postpaid Agents wanted. BURTON Co. FOR SALE - Rooming house Restroom and Pool well This is the best mone, making proposition in the state. Reason for wanting to sell, failure in health. A snap for some one as it is the only colored roaming house and restaurant in the city For further information addresse S. L. James, Box 665, Nampa, Ocala. WANDED Colored man and wife (eldely, preferred) to take care of stock. Free rent water and share of eggs and chick no raised. Six blocks from union depot satisfactories are needed to stability and integrity required. A snap for the right party. Address Dr. Martin, Security Bank Building, Wellington, Kansas. We have secured applications for teachers. Partner desiring well qualified teachers, Address Prairie DEALER. WESTERN UN1VERSITY Quiudaro, Kansas. The Great Educaional Institution for Kansas and the West DEPARTMENTS-Encyclopedia, Image Normal, 4th-Normal and State Normal. Leading and Best Industrial School of the west SHELTON FRENCH.A.M.,Acting Pres. 1. oner: Office Bell West 1423. Residence Bell West 159 Gem Steam Laundry, F. B. SIMMS, Proprietor BEST WORK IN THE CITY. No Cheap Helo—No Cut Rate. 'Pnone 78 59 NORTH NSA AVE. "Perfection Flour" None Better Made For Bread And Pastries. TRY IT TODAY. The Kaw Milting Co., TOPEKA KAN You Will be Surprised at the Good you will get out of our Treatments and the mineral Water of this A Block from Post Office, Excelsior Springs, Mo. For further Information, write. F. J. 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The Fountain of Health Bath House 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 you will get Treatments and the mineral Water of Beautiful Health Re A Block from Post Office, Excelsior Spring for further Information, write. F. J. WEAVER 1005 McC Kansas Beautiful Health Resort by the Stell THE REPUBLICAN PLATFORM, ADOPTED AT CHI EXPLICITLY DEMANDS JUSTICE FOR ALL MEN AT REGARD TO HACE OR COLOR, AND JUST EXPLICITLY DECLARES FO THE ENFORCEMENT, WITHOUT RE CIVIL TICN, IN LETTER AND SPIRIT THIRTEENTH FOURTEENTH AND FIFTEENTH INSTEENTS TO THE CONSTITUTION, IT IS NEED TO STATE THAT I STAND WITH MY PARTY ON THAT PLANK IN THE PLATFORM, AND THAT EQUAL JUSTICE TO ALL MEN, AND FIRM AND IMPARTIAL ENFORCEMENT OF THESE INSTEENTS IS IN KEEPING WITH THE REAL AMERI- SPIRIT OF FAIR PLAY. THE REPUBLICAN PLATFORM, ADOPTED AT CHICAGO, EXPLICITLY DEMANDS JUSTICE FOR ALL MEN WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE OR COLOR, AND JUST AS EXPLICITLY DECLARES FO THE ENFORCEMENT, AND WITHOUT RE CIVILTICN, IN LETTER AND SPIRIT OF THE THIRTEENTH FOURTEENTH AND FIFTEENTH AMENDMENTS TO THE CONSTITUTION. IT IS NEEDLESS TO STATE THAT I STAND WITH MY PARTY SQUARELY ON THAT PLANK IN THE PLATFORM, AND BELIEVE THAT EQUAL JUSTICE TO ALL MEN, AND THE FAIR AND IMPARTIAL ENFORCEMENT OF THESE AMENDMENTS IS IN KEEPING WITH THE REAL AMERI EXTRACT FROM TAFT'S SPEECH OF ACCEPTANCE JULY 28, 1908. Advantages Splendid Location, Healthful Chinese Good Influences and Thorough Teachers. Information For terms, price and all inducement offered, write to The crowding out of the overflow students of the buildings this year to find quarters in the homes of the community people has put the State officials to thinking and planning for the erection of another dormitory next year. The institution has already outgrown its present accommodations along these lines.... Mrs II H Lucas of Topeka, widow the late Rev Lucas of the A M E church, has been engaged to fill the position of Boys' Matron. She has a loving character and the boys already realize in her a stern and devoted mother to help them in their quarters.... Miss Kuelah Douglas of Kansas City, Kansas, came out last Tuesday morning and enrictained the students and teachers by giving a high class program of difficult piano selections. She is truly a genius.... The Young Men's debating club discussed the subject, "Resolved that the Guarantee of Bank Deposits by the National Government is desirable," on Saturday evening WEIR CITY, KANSAS John H Boyd, a fire man at No 14,000, is shalt, got badly hurt on the 21st, being cared for by niece of former Mrs. Amy Boyd and is only 18 years old. Rev H W King, our new presiding elder, made his first visit on the 24th and 25th, leaving on the 27th for Cherokee. Mr. weather was made proud on the 24th by a ten pound boy. Mother and habe are doing finely. John Harris is still very sick. J S Sanders acting as his nurse. Mrs L W Steward arrived on the 24th but left her sister very sick. K. C. Coker arrived home on the 21st to spend the winter with his family. Go to Mrs J. R. Robbins for hot soup, day and night. G. W. Auston has resigned his job with Dr Bass, after working for him for 3 years, and will go into business for himself. James Anderson has moved on his 40 south of the city and has rented his place in the city to O S Steward. Rev Anderson and Williams and Mrs Kinnell returned on the 23rd from the Dot. Executive board meeting at Oswego. The next meeting will be at Cherokee, in January, 1901. The lecture on the 27th, at Crower's hall, b., Hon H. J. Martin was fine. We wish him success. SPRINGFIELD, MISSOURI. On Sunday November, all be begin a regin of simultaneous evangelistic meetings of all the churches including white and col red, for the saving of souls for the master, and for the betterment of Springfield Ladies Home Missionary society of the M E church, of which Mrs C. E. Johnson is president, in doing good work in the city; visiting and cheering the sick and assisting those in need. Among those reported, by Meadames Prest. E C. Johnson, Vice P. Emeline Bond, Leachman and Roberts, as sick and indisposed while visiting on Sunday afternoon, were Meadames Coker, Scales, Mitchell, Shu, Little Doris Cooper and Mersa Ross and McDowell Born, to Rev Wheeler and wife, on Sunday a fine son, who is having things his way. Mother and child doing well. At the rally of the C P church, under the direction of J A Thompson as general captain, #360 were raised to pay for furnace and repairing the church. Mrs Granville Abernathy left for a visit with her daughter, Mrs Emma Phoenix of Dallas, Texas. Mrs Stella Sharp departed for her home in Leavenworth after a pleasant visit with her relatives and friends. Mrs William Smith very elaborately entertained the W M and L club, those present being Meadames Q Haywood, M Hardrick, M Forte, S Sharpe, A Campbell. The club will be entertained on Wednesday by Mrs Crede Young. In spite of inclement weather about 20 ladies assembled at the beautiful home of Mrs S A G Campbell and enjoyed her hospitality. The function was given in honor of her sister, Mrs Forte, and sister-in-law, Mrs Campbell. The evening was spent in music, singing, etc. After a delicious repast the ladies breasted the storm, they did not mind that as their evening had been a lovely one. Division No. 3 of Room 6 took up the life of Robert Burns. A profitable afternoon was spent and the visitors were benefitted. Mrs Archie Hall entertained friends at 1 o'clock dinner Saturday, complimentary to Meadames Campbell and Foote. On the 11 o'clock train that evening the two ladies departed for their homes in Denver and Seattle. Hours: 4 p. m. to 6 p. m. Both Phones 77 O. A. Taylor, M. D., Physician and Surgeon. 41 Kansas Avenue Both Phones 770 Calls Answered Day and Night. Residence 1550 Van Huren Street TOPEKA, KA. BELL PHONE 901 OFFICE HOUDS 8 3 TO 2 50 A M 1 TO 3, 6 TO 8 P M DR. TH DDUES P. MARTIN Physician and Surgeon Special Attention to Diseases of Women Office 423 Kas Ave, Opposite P. O. TOPEKA, KAFSAS Why You Want Good Things to Eat go to Williams & Brown's BAKERY: 1118 : WASHINGTON AVE James C. Shimer, REPUBLICAN CANDIDATE FOR COUNTY COMMISSIONER THIRD DISTRICT, SHAWNEE CO., YOUR SUPPORT WILL BE APPRECIATED. Dr. W. Roger Russell, DENTIST All Work Guaranteed to Give Satisfaction MATTHEW M. Bell Phi The LOPEKA, KANSAS A DRAWING BUSINESS. The most complete stock Groceries and General Merchandis at the very lowest prices at B. J. NELLE'S 1110 South Walnut Street. Jillie Hours 9 to 12 no. 2 to 5 p.m. W. E. Jackson, Physician and Surgeon. 110 404 AVE. A willow wishes to correspond with a Christian gentleman, a minister preferred; object, matrimony Has a good home. Address MRS. SARAH TURNER, 1 Get in Touch With Our CREDIT PLAN You couldn't Lay your finger on a better investment than a Diamond They are increasing in value mighty fast. Our easy payment plan makes it possible for everybody to wear Diamonds. Call and ask us about it. SANTA FE WATCH CO., 106 West Eighth Street. --- Baughman Bros. MANUFACTURERS OF Pure Ice and Ice Cream - Both Phones 253 WHOLESALE AND RETAIL Gor. 23rd and Lincoln St. TOPEKA KANSAS 60 YEARS' EXPERIENCE Residence 520 Monroe Ind. Phone 775 L. M. PENWELL, Residence 520 Monroe Ind. Phone 775 L. M. PENWELL, Undertaker and Embalmer, 511 Quincy st Open day and night DESIGNS COPYRIGHTS & C. Anone sending a sketch and drawing to any city answer on our order in free whatour unsealed order will be the order of the master artist with intentful HERM0000X and date and time, and stationery for him, and at time, I intend to take the south Moor Cottage speed it face, without charge, in the Both Phones 192. OICE Both Phones 192. NO ICE The Sunflower State Agricultural Association will hold its tri-annual meeting in First Park at Attawa Sep 23-24-25 1908 important Notice The Leo NII Mining Company owns and is developing 6 claims 120 acres of the richest mineral lands in New Mexico. Capital stock $500,000 divided into 500,000 shares of the par value of $1 each fully paid nonassessible For a short period of time the management has placed 100,000 shares of the stock of this company on the market at 50 cents per share. This is for the purpose of raising funds to buy machinery for a more extended development. The greatest opportunity ever offered to the public to invest in a rich company owned and operated by colored people. For pamphlet of full information write, JACOB J. JONES, President, SUITE 7 BROWN BUILDING, MUSKOGEE, OKLAHOMA. --- PEASONAL ATTENTION The officers of this Bank give their undivided personal attention to the interests of the Bank and its patrons. PLANTERS STATE BANK, SALINA, KANSAS. CPITL $5 SURPLUS 25.0 Valuable papers kept in our vaults for customers free of charge. Safety Boxes for Rent. OFFICERS AND DIRECTORS. Fred H. Quincy, President. F. W. Roach, Vice-President W. F. Welch, Cashier. F. R. Spler, Asst. Cashier James A. Kimball. R. P. Cravens. F. D. Shellabarger. Subscribe for, and read The Plaindealer, the leading colored paper. Remember our friend Joe Ulsh for county clerk. ARGENTINE, KAS. Rev George A Griffith, pastor of the AME church in Argentine, who died October 5th, was at the time of his death an active and en ergetio pastor and minister, who was ever mindful of his duty to his Creator, to his people and to his country. He served his country in the Civil War, and for his valor and bravery was one of the few commissioned officers of Negro descent in the army. After the "struggle" had ceased he married and settled down to study and finally to practice law. He was a successful lawyer, but, feeling that a more Divine mission had been given him, he turned his attention to the ministry. For more than twenty years he labored in the human harvest field, to bind up sheaves for his Master's garner. The Kansas A M E Conference has every reason to be proud of Rev. G. A. Griffith. He did not preach, "You may take all this world but give me Jesus," but tried to get men to embrace Christ, and trust to Him for some of His earthly store. He protected the wife of his youthful days by providing for her comfort and happiness. Forty years and more Rev and Mrs Griffith lived according to the plan of God, in peace and union. Happy were these two. He said, a few moments before death, looking at his wife: "These hands have provided something for you." The Republican party has lost a valuable supporter. He was born in Kentucky, 62 years ago. Since old enough to vote he never disgraced the American ballot by bolting. If we wish to build up a race of people filled with patriotism, loyalty and influence, we must take such men for our examples. WINTIELD. Roy Reeves, who went to Hutch in on a week ago, will be back to cast his vote for aft and Stubbs. Wm Pecdon was in town last week. Dr Hanewood spoke at the Colored Republican club. Tuesday and his scholarly talk was enjoyed by all. Mrs Josephine Hall of Salma, who spent several days as the guest of Rev Wander and wife, left for home on Saturday last. She made many warm friends while here, who would be glad to see her return. Rev Dr Hue wood preached two noble sermons at the church last Sunday and the people are well pleased with their new pastor. Mrs Andy Charles entertained the Mission church last Friday at 3 o'clock, the attendance was good and an elegant lunch was served. Rev Berry, of Lawrence, arrived Monday to conduct a revival meeting at the Second Baptist church. He has been highly recompended by the pastor as a great revivalist and we wish him a success. FORT SCOTT, KANSAS Rev. Sage, our pastor, has been returned to us for another year and has re-begun his work full of hope. Members and friends tendered him and family a reception October 22. A paper was read by Prof Watson, address was made by Rev Boulder and a response was made by Rev Sage. A delightful lunch was also served A Brotherhood was organized on last Sunday by Rev Sage with a good enrollment, Dr M. J. Brookus president, L. Thomas vice president, J. Kynard secretary, B Lun treasurer, A. Young sergt. COAL All Kinds of Coal, Lime, Cement and Plaster. The Jackson-Walker Coal & Material Co., Topeka Coaling Station 807 KANSAS AVE., Satisfaction Guaranteed. Bell 550 CAS. J. SMITH, 555 CITY NANAGER. FRED. M. STONESTREET Stonestreet FRED. M. STONESTREET GEO. W. HAMILTON The Stonestreet & Hamilton Co.. Undertakers AND Embalmer We Carry one of the finest lines of Undertaking Goods in the state. We never sleep. Three Licensed Embalmers in attendance. BOTH 'PHONES 52. COR 7TH AND QUINCY ST BOTH 'PHONES 52. COR 7TH AND QUINCY STS DO YOU CARRY LIFE INSURANCE? If Not. Why Not? The Knight and Ladies of the Orient Fraternal Beneficiary Society. WILL ISSUE YOU POLICIES FOR YOURSELF AND CHILDREN PAYING, PARTIAL-LIFE, SICK, FUNERAL AND DEATH BENEFITS. 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AGENTS WANTED IN EVERY TOWN MAGIC SHAMPOO DRIER CO., MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA Secretary. Mrs. Mary V. Calaway. Mrs. Mary Virgin Calaway was born in Liberty, Clay county Mo., June 21, '38. She was married to Sergeant Lorenzo Calaway in '38, who died in '65, leaving her with four small children. In '60 she removed to Quindaro and Wyandotte, thence to Leavenworth where she placed the children in school and each remained until graduated with honors and each accepting positions acceptable to their calling. Their push and enegrity enabled them to provide a comfortable living for their mother, along with a nice home. In '95 she united with Grime's Relief Corps, No. 104 and was a devoted member until she died. In '02 she joined Estella Chapter and was a beloved member. Dropsy of the heart in 10 took the good woman to her eternal rest and it was a very sad ending. She had been a sufferer of that dreaded malady for three years. Everything that possibly could be done was resorted to, to prolong her life, but without avil. She leaves three daughter, all married, and three grand-children and a muntitude of friends to mourn her loss. Her only son having died some years ago. The remains were taken to Kansas City, Kansas, and entered in the family lot in Woodlawn cemetery. MONTGOMERY CO. POLITICS. John F. Overfield, a resident of Montgomery county for 35 years, was born at Lawrence, Kansas and came to this county when 8 years of age. He has been voting the republican ticket for 25 years and never asked for office. His many friends got together and nominated him councilman on the republican ticket in Independence last year during his absence from town and he was elected by a big majority. He served in that office with credit and ability. While it is true, as stated, that I did not bring the rains, I wish to state in this public manner that I was in favor of them. He has always been a friend to the colored race. Many of them will testify to that effect, not only in Independence, but else where throughout this county. Mr Overfield was not born with a silver spoon in his mouth, and he knows what a poor man has to contend with. He is a successful oil man, and none stands higher than he in that profession. If you want to know who John F. Overfield is and what he stands for, just ask any one in Independence or elsewhere in the county and they will tell you that if elected he will make the same kind of a state senator as a private citizen; honest and upright and a friend of the people, irrespective of color or previous condition of servitude. You Will If elected the colored voters of this, the 12th senatorial district will find in him a true friend and an able representative. will not be bothered with us politicians much longer as the election is less than a week off. As you know I am a candidate for Treasurer of Atchison county for the second term, I have tried to be a faithful, conscientious official during the time I have held the office and will greatly appreciate your vote if you will help re-elect me. For the Boy or Girl. Any Boy or girl who will secure eight new subscribers for the Kansas City Weekly Journal, at 25 cents a year each, making a total of Two Dollars, and send the full amount, together with the names to us, we will mail to his or her address a beautiful Magic Lantern with 50 views. Any boy or girl can use it. Just stretch a white sheet on the wall and you can have all kinds of fun Full directions for use is sent with the lantern. Any boy or girl can secure eight new subscribers in a short time and get this beautiful Magic Lantern. Send for samples for canvassing. Send all money by postoffice money order or draft. Address, The Kansas City Journal, Kansas City, Mo. Pittsburg is honored with a swell drug store, owned and conducted by colored people. Mrs. S. D. Wordon is on the sick list. T. C. Cain was visiting in town Sunday. Mrs. Bessie Crooket has returned home after 3 years stay in Iowa. Miss Mary Pickens has been quite ill but is improving nicely. Rev. Vanleu filled the pulpit at Mt Hebron Sunday. Hon F L Martin is doing a good business in Pittsburg. He is a single man and when the girls want a divorce call on Lawyer Martin at 109 West Jth. street. Mrs E M. Peoyles is very sick at her home on West 8th, We extend on invitation to all visitors while in the city at the office of Dr. R S Whittaky, 109 West 4th at from 8 to 10 a m and from 2, 4, 8, 9 p m. Bell phone 605 Mr Samuel Gallhway of Yale was a visitor Sunday afternoon Miss Wyatt and Miss Wilson of Joplin, Mo. spent Sunday with Mr and Mrs Geil Pierce on West Forest avenue. Dr. Whittaker made a business trip to Weir on last Friday. Look out girls, he is single, John M. WILKERSON Candidate for Re-election to the Office of On the Republican Ticket Fall and Winter Hats. Mrs. Slaughter has taken down the sign announcing that she will sell her magnificent and well equipped Millinery Store, and instead she will remain at the old stand 425 Kansas Avenue and continue to please her large and increasing family of delighted customers. Mrs. Slaughter has added one of the largest and most haodsome lines of fall and winter Hats in the state. Every hat is a model—in fact they are so nobby that one feels like taking them all. It will pay prospective buyers to examine her goods before making purchases. It costs nothing to look, and Mrs Slaughter whose pleasing manner and welcome smile makes all feel at home, delights in showing her goods. She also has a line of plumes, feathers, ribbon, trimming, etc., that's right up-to now. Miss Arnicholas Chiles has for sale a number of the Magic Shampoo Hair Driers, which are advertised elsewhere in this paper. 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