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THE TOPEKA PLAIN' EALER Stop Killing and Stop Lynching Lest We Ourselves Perish. VOLUME X. The Commercial Appeal, A Negro Hating Daily, Published at Memphi., Tenn., Sounds the Keynote of Warning. Shall we have the reign of the mob or the reign of the law in Tennessee? Shall we mob rule or law rule all over the South and all over the United States? Have we come to the time when we can predict that some future historian will cite this country as having, after a fair trial, proven by its collapse, that a free government by a free people cannot exist We had night riding in Obion county for months. Then the night riders committed the most infamous crime that was ever done in Tennessee. They overpowered an unoffending citizen, an eminent man, one who had never by word or act criticised them or wronged them, and in the dead of night they murdered him like a dog Rankin did know his assailants. Rankin was a lawyer and he trusted to the law. He was unarmed, for he believed that law and justice were as living things and would protect him in all of his rights and all of his liberties. Troops were thrown into Obion county. The ringleaders of the mob that killed Rankin were captured, and they have confessed. Whether the law with twelve men will be able to convict them remains to be seen. Yesterday three Negroes were taken away from officers of the law by a mob in Lake county, adjoining Obion county, and they were hanged. The crime of this mob is not solely against the three Negroes; it is against the state When they murdered these Negroes, they lynched the law in Lake county. Governor Patterson made a supreme effort to save the state from this additional exhibition of lawlessness, but he failed. A judge and an attorney general started over from Union City to Tiptonville. Soldiers were hurried over from Union City toward Tiptonville. An impromptu session of court was held; the Negroes were tried before a magistrate and he, in order to preserve the form of the law in so far as possible, sentenced them to be hanged. Even this did not suit the mob. The carrying out of the magistrate's order would have saved justice from a humiliating insult, but when the sentence of the magistrate had been barely passed, the mob began work. These Negroes were bad men. They made a disturbance at a religious meeting held by their own people. Officers were sent to arrest them, and one of them killed an officer. Just assure as the sun rises and sets, a legal trial would have r suited in a death penalty for these men, but the mob would not wait. You cannot excuse it by saying the men hanged were Negroes and should have been hanged. It will not answer to the law to say the black murderers got their deserts. The Negroes could have been killed and the law could have done it. The result is that the Negroes are deal and the law itself has been lynched. Did the sheriff do his full duty? then TOPEKA, KANSAS, FRIDAY MORNING, DEC. 4, 1908. Did he exhaust every means to prevent the lynching? He took an oath when the people elicited him, to serve the state and the law. Did he keep that oath regardless of passion and of prejudice? We have got finally to answer for this whole miserable business We our selves will finally have to pay the penalty for crime—shooting and killing whether it be assassination or mutual combat—whichever you please to call 1—in the streets of Nashville night riding murder in Obion, Negro lynchrg in Lake, pistol carrying everywhere, and the disposition of every man when his blood is up to be himself jury, trial judge and executioner We cannot denounce crime today and condone crime tomorrow. We must not permit, for any cause, a suspension of the forms of the law. We cannot excuse one crime though it is caused by another crime. We cannot accept the philosophy of Christ today and the promptings of the Devil tomorrow. If we cast aside the rule that comes from Heaven, when it suits us and substitute the law of Hell, it will be only a short time until we shall have a hell on earth —The (Memphis, Tenn) Commercial- Appeal. The Ball Game. Thanksgiving day Western University closed the foot ball season in Topeka in a stubbornly contested game against the Y. M. C. A squad. Nearly five hundred enthusiastic people congregated in the grandstand at Skene's park to witness the contest. Judging from the outbursts of yells, sentiment was about equally divided, but had "records" been carefully considered one would readily conclude that the college lads were slated for second place, having thus finished in every game this season, while the Y. M. C. A. boys were braced up with the well earned title of "undefeated champions." The game was called promptly at 1 o'clock and for nearly two hours illumening sweaters and mud stained hands and faces battled for supremacy. It was the clean, clear cut article of foot ball, and the most stubbornly contested game witnessed in Topeka during the whole season. The hoo doo that has hovered over the college squad since their opening game still lingered, and when the mist of the battle had cleared away, the banner of W. U. was still trailing in the dust. No college yells were herd as the sorrower lads wended their way back to town; the score had told them the same sad story. It read: W. U.,0; Y. M. C. A.,22 George Williams, manager and old systemographer; Plummer, coach and Fisher captain are excellent fellows, and fill their respective places in a creditable manner. If given time, the young men will put the W. U. squad in the invincible cla In the evening a reception was held at the Y. M. C. A room which was largely attended. Light refreshments were served, and all present highly enjoyed them. selves. A.C. E. Tillery of Seneca, visited Miss Stella Roy and Clyde Brings last week. Miss Pertilla Penn,of K. U.,spent Thanksgiving at home Rev Wm. Smothers preached an excellent sermon Thanksgiving, at the Ebenezer Baptist church, after which dinner was served in the basement. Mrs. G. Elliott of Emporia, and son Will, of K. U, spent several days in the city at the bedside of Miss Virginia St. Clair, who remains ill. Mrs Belle Murray spent Thanks giving in Oakland with friends. Misses Maude and Emma Glover Surdayed in Muncota with their sister, Mrs C. G. Alexander. The Carnation Art club met last week with Mrs W. W. Caldwell, on Commercial street. The dancitg party given by the Therese circle was a grand success. Music was furnished by Ingram's orchestra. Miss Lora Martin, Kansas City. Kansas, Mrs Robinson of Kansas City, Mo. and Will Elliott of Lawrence, were the visitors Miss Camille Wilson is added to the sick list. Dr Caldwell attended the football game in Kansas City, Thanksgiving. Tee Monroe of Kansas City, is visiting relatives here. The Thanksgiving ball given by A. Mosely at T E. hall was largely attended. Miss Martin and Mrs. Robinson, of Kansas City, Mr. Elliott of Lawrence, and a large num ber from Leavenworth attended HIGGINSVILLE, MO. James Washington, a musical comedian of Omaha, was in the city last week, entertaining the people. Mirren Maggie Johnson, Glover Hawkins, and Gracie William, of Lexington, were in the city on last Friday, visiting. Mins Lilia Henderson left Friday for Excelsior Springs. Mr. John Seward of Greenwood, Kass., is here visiting his parents. W. D. Lyle was in Kansas City last week, on a business trip. William S. Jackson, of Kansas City, passed through the city last Saturday, en route to Sedalia. WESTERN UNIVERSITY. Thanksgiving was spent in a very enjoyable way by most of the students. A true turkey dinner with many delicacies was served in a "skrumptous" style. Music by the orchestra and after-dinner speeches by selected orators, made the festive occasion one not soon to be forgotten. Bishop Abram Grant and his estimable wife had for their guests at the Episcopal mansion in Kansas City, Kansas, on last Wednesday evening, November 15th the entire faculty of Western University. After a brief program in which all participated refreshments were served. The Bishop and his wife leave this week for the winter'sojourn in Florida. On their journey they have the best wishes of the entire institution. Mrs F. E. II. Wassom, former teacher of Science, visited among a number of her old friends last week. Prof. G. Archie Gregg and Wm Longdon have been elected as delegates to attend the Inter-State session at Omaha, Nebr., during the holidays. Miss Sophia Fine paid the institution a parting visit and sang in chapel last Monday morning, as she was enroute to Mayfield, Ky., where she will teach stenography and act as secretary at the Western Kentucky Industrial College. SPRINGFIELD, MO Thaksgiving day was an ideal Indian summer day and brought out a capacity crowd to the splendid union services at Pitts chapel, M E church. The Thanksgiving sermon was delivered by Rev J. S. Dorsey, of the Baptist church and was now stirring and excellent. Singing was conducted by Revs Allen. Wheeler and Smith whose work was very effective. All enjoyed the services and left the church much benefitted and knowing they had much to be thankful for. Aunt Edith Higgins, who is quite aged, was under the care of Mr. Chaney, on her way to Kansas City to make her home with her son and his wife. Mr Chaney was busy with his duties and did not mind her till they reached or passed Romendale, near Kansas City, where it is supposed she got off. A long and continued search has been instituted, but she has not yet been found. Mrs Sadie Chamberlain has been confined to her rooms, suffering with lumbago. Sollomon Smith, who has been very ill, is reported some better. Mrs Mary Jarrett is visiting her daughter in Neosho, Mo. I E Clare of St Louis, is spending his Thanksgiving here, with his friends. Miss Maude Chaney, of Kansas City, made Springfield a brief but pleasant visit. Miss Dovie Williams, her house guest Miss Melissa Fuell of Joplin, and Mrs Chaney of Kansas City, made a number of their friends a visit on Friday morning. On account of the downpour of rain a cab was in order. Prof C A Wilburn and others were out hunting one day last week. The Professor brought in as his spoil 17 rabbits and 4 quail. Mennon John Williams, Leon McAdams, Darwin Cooper, Horace Diemer and Ernest Cobbs spent 2 days and a night hunting, and were no heavily laden they had to engage the service of a farmer to haul them to town, a distance of more than 12 miles. Their game consisted of a rabbit and a squirrel. Mrs Maude Thompson, a new member of the club, very prettily entertained the Woman's Musical and Literary club at her hospitable home on Sherman street. Members and visitors present enjoyed the literary discussion of Lord Byron, and afterwards many refreshments prepared by the hosts. Visitors: Merdamus Higgs, Stemmons, Tullman and Cobbs of N. Louns. Next author, Alfred Tennyson; the next place of meeting, with Mrs. B. B. Cooper, 930 Grand street, December 9th. The club will give a grand Bazaar and Rummage Sale on the oscribers to Settle 14th and 15th of December; object, to add to the hospital fund. Among those who attended on Thursday evening, the opera, "A Trip to Egypt," were, Mesdames Cobbs, Fletcher, Cooper, Thomp. son, Smith, and Misses Benlah Abernathy, Mabel and Thelma Bruce. OMAHA NOTES. Mrs. H. A. Chiles has been on the sick list. John Grant Pegg has been in Topeka on business. Mrs. Walter VanPelt left Tues. day evening for Chicago to spend three weeks with Mrs. Henry Pleasant. Mrs. Carrie L. Mundin was married on the 25th ult. to John E. Vinegar. Dr. Peebles, the dentist had a tooth extracted today. Lawyer Pinkett returned yesterday from Troy Kansas and Kansas City where he has been legal business, Rev. W. W. S. Dyett is quite ill at his home. Dr. J. E. Bailer is getting along very nicely as a physician and surgeon. Editor Mahammitt Sundayed in Fremont. LINCOLN. NEB. Mrs. Eva M. Robinson, a printer on the Enterprise and sister Mrs. Gipson Gordon and little daughter came down from Omaha to spend Thanksgiving with relatives and friends. Mrs D Alexander is able to be out after a few days confinement the result of a recent injury. Thanksgiving entertainment at Mount Zion Baptist church was a social and financial success. Fred Pearson has accepted a position as cook on a U. P. dinner running out of Omaha.] A. M. E. church held their Thanksgiving dinner and entertainment in Bruce's hall with succes. CARBNODALE. Prof. S. G. Watkins and J. L. Harrison came down from Topeka and joined W.M. Foster, Kanse Freeman and Epp Love for a days' hunt. They report a fine days outing as well as bagging considerable game. When the hunt was over they had supper at the home of Mr. Foster. We say all but we mean all except Prof. J. L. who was not able to go out for supper after his days' hunt. They returned home on 110 declaring it one of the most delightful hunting trips of the season. Henry Austin and Will Ransom spent Thanksgiving at the home of Wm. Foster and wife. Miss Florance Foster was the guest of Miss Florence Williams in Burlingame Thanksgiving. Mr. Arthur Burnsides, aged 23, died November 28th of lung trouble at his residence, 719 Locust street Funeral was held at St. mestreet and Hamilton's undertaking rooms, and the remains were interred in Topeka cemetery. The Place You Can Buy 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. Great Bend Hardware & Implement Co., Great Bend, - Kansas. WEIR CITY, KANSAS. Jacob Scott, who got hurt in the mines some time ago, died November 20, aged about 35. He leaves a wife and two children. Rev Anderson is helping Rev J. R. Richardson in a meeting at Coffeyville, and his pulpit was filled on the 22nd by Rev J. H. Gunner. Mrs I. F. Taylor has been very sick but is now some better. There is a coal company among the colored people, known as the Hall & Blackman Coal Co. They fill all orders promptly. J. D. Stanley, the junkman, of Pittsburg, and the only colored man in South-eastern Kansas who is in the business, was in the city on the 23rd, looking after trade. Rev J. W. Williams has organized a Sunday School in Camp No. 15 and has now 28 scholars, the attendance increasing each Sabbath Mrs Dolly Carter received a ticke et the other day from her daughter in Alabama, who wishes her to come Lome; but she says that she has had The Place Y Kentucky Drills, Winor Mitchell Wagons—Racine Ranges, Bucks Heaters, re Anything in the Hardware We are always glad to see Great Bend Hardware Great Bend, PEASONAL ATTENTION The officers of this Bank give their undivided personal attention to the in- terests of the Bank and its patrons PLANTE CPITL SURPLUS. Valuable papers of chap. Fred H. Quinney, Pr W. I. Welch, G. James A. Kihubill INTER-STATE LIIERARY ASSOCIATION. To the President and members of the Literary Society. This comes to remind you that the Inter-State Literary Association of Kansas and the West will hold its 15th Annual Session in Omaha, Neb. in the Zion Baptist Church. The opening session will be held Monday evening, December 25, at 7:00 noon. Welcome address will be given and a petition tendered the delegates. The closing session will be held December 20. The committee will meet November 25 to arrange program. All counties are asked to send the representation fee by mail date. All names for the program must be in the hands of the correspond ing secretary by mail date Each county is entitled to one representative on the program provided there are not more than three societies from the same city. In cities where there are more than three societies representing the delegates from each society will hold a delegate's meeting, and select from that number three persons to represent the city on program with literary numbers. No institutions are placed on musical numbers. This arrangement makes it necessary for each society to act at once. A good arrangement would not the president of the oldest society to call this meeting. Ladh society is entitled to three delegates with a corresponding number of alternates. The basis of representation is as follows: Old society, 51; new society, all 50; old society failing to represent last year will pay $150. Contests. Contests in oratory, original music, and original poetry, have been made a permanent feature of the annual program. Plans will be awarded success. enough of the South. She makes her home with a daughter in Weir, Mrs Mattie Starr. M Lee has moved into his new house. All the joints in Weir have been closed and the night police has been taken off. Rev Berry went to Chetopa on the 22nd, to preach. EMPORIA, KANSAS. Wm Elliott has returned to the Kansas University after spending Saturday and Sunday with his parents; G.A. Elliott and wife. Mrs Cora Jefferson is very ill. Walter Phoenix and wife are the proud parents of a baby girl. David Stafford has returned home after working for a few months in Lope'a. Miss Carrie Duncan stopped over a few days with Mr D. Weeks and wife en route from New Hampshire to her home in Colorado. G. A. Willis is very sick. The marriage of Lee Carter and You Can Buy Ona, Old Hickory and ane Buggies, Majestic reliable Gasoline Stoves. are and Impliment line. see you. e & Implement Co., -- Kansas. ERS STATE BANK, ALINA, KANSAS. $5 25,0 kept in our vaults for customers free arge. Safety Boxes for Rent. ADJUCERS AND DIRECTORS President, I. W. Roach, Vice President Fisher I. R. Sjhr, Asst. Cashier R. P. Cravens, I. D. Sholabarger, rul contestants as follows: Oratory, first prize $1, music $3, poetry $3. Orations must be handed to the president by noon of the first day of the meeting. In a city or school where more than one person wishes to enter the oratorical contest, the orators are asked to have a preliminary contest and the winner be given the place in the Inter-State contest. An admission fee of 10 cents will be charged the night of the contest. All new societies must pay their fee before November 28. 10 minutes will be allowed for papers. Keep this in mind while writing your paper. Done by order of the committee. MRS. W. L. GRANT, Cor. Secy. 1964 N. 4th St, Kansas City, Kan Miss Anna E Smith, 430 Washington Avenue, Kansas City, Kansas, who recently graduated from Western University in dress making, millinery and domestic science, is open for engagements. Parties in need of competent persons in either one of the above branches will write this young lady, who is seeking employment and comes well recommended to carry out either of the above to a successful completion. Residence 520 Monroe Ind Phone 775 L. M. PENWELL, Uadertaker and mbalmer, 511 Quincy St. Upon day and night Miss Hattle West was quite a surprise to their many friends. J. Walker has returned to his home in Michigan after having run a barber shop in this city for a number of years. R. Rogers is able to be at home with his parents, after having been a patient at the Santa Fe hospital, at Topeka. Mrs Pollite, of Oklahoma, is visiting her daughter, Mrs. II. Jobland, and Mrs. T. Skaggs. Mrs M. Murray is on the sick list. Bert Rich has a shining parlor in his billiard hall. The ladies of the St James Baptist church will serve supper at the Masonio hall November 26th. Pastors can add very much to their incomes by working spare time in our work. For full particulars address I G. HARRIS 1045 Walnut St ODD FELLOW'S GOOD WORD. Checotah. Okla., Nov. 17th. Neighbors of the Hearthstone: Dear Neighbors: Your payment of $5 oo for sick benefits is thankful received. 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L. of Kansas a reservation Home for Indigent Master Mason, fixed $1.00 for this fund. I would, the months of January, February, March and course, no objection to the member in the importance of having money on I should forward to the Grand Secretment roll as per a resolution adopted the W. and O. fund, will forward bla addressed, with amount due, to eithren let Progress be our watchword this year. At the twenty-third Annual Communication of the P. H. G. L. of Kansas a resolution prevailed authorizing the purchase and maintainance of a Masonic Home for Indigent Master Masons, their Widows and Orphans. Each member of the Jurisdiction was taxed $1.00 for this fund. I would, therefore, suggest that 25 cents be collected from each member for the months of January, February, March and April. This fund must be collected. There is, of course, no objection to the members paying the entire amount. This suggestion is simply made to impress the importance of having money on hand by the next session of the Grand Lodge. The Secretaries of the Subordinate Lodges should forward to the Grand Secretary at once a list of the individuals named as beneficiaries on the endowment roll as per a resolution adopted at our last Grand Session held at Topeka, Kansas. Brother Frank Jennings, our Secretary of the W. and O. fund, will forward blanks at once to the various secretaries. These should be filled out and addressed, with amount due, to Frank Jennings, 34 Franklin Avenue, Kansas City, Kansas. One quarter is past due now. Finally, brethren let Progress be our watchword and the Masonic Home the goal to which we are striving this Masonic year. Fraternally, C. H. MILTON COLLINS, G. M. --- Have You Realized The Advantages of Advertising in Our CHRISTMAS EDITION? We Will Issue 25000 COPIES The sermon at 11 a.m. Sunday was delivered by Rev. Crumpton of Kansas City. It was full of instruction, and was listened to with interest. The text was from 1 Kings 19:20. Subject, "Elisha Succeeds El.jah." The sewing circle will meet this afternoon at the home of Mrs. H. Edmonds, 1320 Van Buren street. The Willing Workers were entertained Wednesday evening by Dr. Martin and Rev. Alexander at the doctor's office, 423 Kansas avenue. The pastor conducted the evening service. His subject was "John Introducing Jesus;" text found in St. John 1:29. The Pi Beta Phi, an auxiliary composed of the young crowd of church workers, will hold forth in a two nights entertainment on the 11th and 12th. Rev S. H. Gibson of Emporia and Bigbee's Band are to be the chief attractions. Remember communion Sunday morning and consecration meeting at 715. All members should be present. Visitors cordially welcome. Mrs S. G Moore and daughter, Myrtle of Denver are guests of Mrs. Eliza Caldwell. They will remain until Monday, when Miss Myrtle will continue on her way to Atchison and Mrs. Moore will return to her home in Denver, WANTED-To adopt a female colored child, from one to five years of age. A good home for such a child Mr. and Mrs. Henry Clay Richardson, Oswego, Kansas. The Topeka Plaindealer ADVERTISING RATES PER MONTH $2.00 PER INCH. NICK CHILES! Editor SUBSCRIPTION RATES: One year by mail.....$1.50 Eight Mouths by mail.....$1.00 Three months by mail......50 Entered at the Postoffice at Topeka as Second class Mall Matter FRIDAY DEC. 4 1908. KNIGHTS TEMPLAR CON- CLAVE AT ST. JOSEPH. The twelfth annual Conclave of the Missouri Valley Templars association was held in Saint Joseph, Mo., Thanksgiving day. The parade took place in the afternoon, the following commanderies participating: Emanuel, Kansas City, Mo.; Cyrene, Topeka; Mt. Oread, Lawrence; Northwestern, Saint Joseph, headed by the Great Western Land of Kansas City, and Marshall of the day, G. W. Carpenter, mounted on a fine sorrel who kept time with the music with knightly step. After marching through the principal thoroughfare where thousands congregated to witness the beautiful pageant A Templar banquet was served at Masonic hall, Second and Francis streets, where over one hundred uniformed knights feasted. There were several toasts and responses Sir A. D Butler, Northwestern Commandery was toastmaster. He presided in a dignified manner which was pleasing to all. The banquet was served by the Ladies Informal Charity Club, Mec James I. Crowly, Pres.; A. J Banks, Sec.; E. Hill, Treas. This organization is made up of ladies who look after the distressed and needy. The program follows: 1. Invocation, Rev. Sir. John A. Gregg. 2. Welcome Address, Sir R W. Thompson, E. C. Northwestern Commandery No. 6. 3. Response, J. E. Hereford, Kansas City. 4. "What are we Doing," Sir W. T. M'Knight. Cyrene Commandery No. 3. 5. "Templars' March Through Mount Gilead," Rev. Sir John A. Gregg, Mount Oread No. 11 6. "Banners of Knights Templar," Sir R L. Scott, Northwestern Commandery No. 6. 7. Remarks by Sir M. O. Ricketts, Grand Master of Masons Missouri and Jurisdiction. 8. Our Fraternal Dead," Sir Neil Carter. Music was furnished by W. G. Metford's orchestra. After spending an enjoyable time for over an hour and fifty minutes, they marched to Lincoln club where several hundred people were awaiting the competitive drill. The Templar march was in imposing sight. The knights were attired in all their gorgeous splendor with glittering words and waving plumes. At the competitive drill, Emanual No. 20, Kansas City, appeared first followed by No. 6, St. Joseph and Cyrene No. 4, Topeka. There were five judges appointed to decide the contest. After several minutes of figuring and incumbling the different points, the cup was awarded to Emanuel Commandery No. 25 of Kansas City. Cyrene won the points on drilling, and Emanuel on dress. We think there should be first and second prizes, one for drilling and one for the best dressed Commandery. We think the Conclave is doing much for Masonry in the West and a united effort should be put forward to keep it alive and create deeper interest. BONNER SPRINGS. Mrs. Wilkins has been on the sick list. Miss Stewart is visiting in Kansas City. Mrs. Nuttall is out of the city attending her sister who is ill. The Milkmaids convention at the Baptist church was a secail and financial success. Mesdames Gertie Grant and Taylor are numbered among the sick. Mrs. Margarett Matthews visited in Topeka and Lawrence. Miss Willa Johnson made a trip to Topeka one day last week. Little Blanche Smith is ill. Mrs. Gehring visited her sick mothet again this week. Rocky Ford was visited by a heavy snow storm Thanksgiving. Mrs. Joe Harris is recovering from her recent illness. The Sewing circle was entertained at the residence of Mrs. J. Winslow on North Fourteenth street. After the regular business, a delicious luncheon was served. Robert Harris is spending the winter in California. L. C. King and wife spent Thanksgiving with Joseph Harris and wife. Miss Captolia Jones of Pueblo, made quite a hit as an elocutionist at the Thanksgiving entertainment VINIFA, OKLA. The members of Bethel A M. E. church have accepted Rev. M'Cain as their pastor and look forward to a prosperous year. N F. Watson made a business trip to Muskogee the first of the week. John Davis and family spent Thanksgiving with Joseph Davis and family. Presley Huff and family were in from the country Thanks giving and spent the day with Ben Beck and family. A Moore and wife entertained a party of friend, at dinner one day this week. Attorney J. J. Jones visited in Muskogee two days last week. Dr. and Mrs. Baskett, of Coffeyville, Kas, were guests of Andy Rider and wife a few days this week. Dr. Mason enjoyed a visit from a brother who resides in Texas. Miss Eva Martin, a teacher at Welch, visited her parents and friends. Miss Vanderford, bookkeeper at the Cullen grocery spent Thanksgiving at her home. Prof. William Jacobs, of Richmond, Mo., arrived here Wednesday morning and will be the guest of Miss Alta Williams. Miss Charlesetta Nicholson, of Chelsea, is visiting friends in the city this week. Lee Williams and wife entertained a number of friends at their home in Kelso complimentary to Prof. Jacobs of Richmond, and H. L. Edmonds and wife of Chetopa, Kas. Covers were laid for twenty-two and a Splendidly located, steam heated superior faculty, express low. GEO. R. SMITH COLLEGE jolly. good time was enjoyed by those so fortunate as to hold an invitation. The Missionary ladies of the . M. E. church served dinner at the hall Thanksgiving day. It was a financial and social success. Mrs. A. 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PHONE 401 OLLECT HOURS # 4 109 30 A M 1 103, 6 10 8 PM DR. THADDUES P. MARTIN Physician and Surgeon Special Attention to Diseases of Women. Office 423 Kan Ave. Opposite P. O. TOPEKA, KANSAS. LENINGTON, MO. The Thanksgiving union service at the M. E. church was well attended. Rev. Brooks of the A. M. E. church preached a splendid sermon. Prof Irvin Hawkins, of Dover, spent Thanksgiving with his parents. Miss Myrtle Brooks, a student at W. U. spent the holidays with her parents. The George R. Smith quartette under the direction of Miss Minniolia Jackson rendered an interesting program at the M. E. church Thanksgiving. Misses Maggie Johnson, Grace Williams and Glover R. Hawkins spent a few days in Higginsville Mrs. Jennie Hawkins and daughter, Glover R. entertained a few friends at dinner Thanks giving Mrs. Nancy Brown of South street gave a birthday party on Monday evening in honor of her son. Lindsay. Music was the principal feature. Ruben Carrey died Monday afternoon after a short illness. He leaves a wife and several children to mourn his loss. Mrs Della Bryant of Pleasant Hill, spent Thanksgiving with her parents. Miss Anna Webb, a student at Western University ate turkey with her parents. Mrs Lousia Williams, of Omaha, Neb, is visiting her sister, Mrs. Lulu Shaffer. LAWRENCE. KAN. In the oratorical contest held on Tuesday night to determine who should represent Lawrence in the contest of the Interstate Literary society, which meets in Omaha during the holidays, R. C. Wormin, a student in the School of Law, of the University of Kansas, held the highest average over the other contests. His subject was "At the Throat of the Republic." He was A. C. MACLIN, Acting President, Sedalia Mo. a contestant in last year's contest, and proved himself aorty and intelligent young man. He is a coming young orator, was in the campaign in the last state thresh out and is making good. The delegates from the Sunday Forum were elected Sunday and are, Homer Wilburn, Dr. Harvey and Miss Mamie Dillard. From the Peoples Literary society R. C. Wassom, R. H. Brown and Mrs. Yeager were chosen; from the Sierra Leone, Mrs. Lillie Carter, Annie White and Janie Alexander. The Mother's Congress met at St. Luke A M E church Tuesday p m, when, after the regular routine of business, Dr Harvey gave a talk on the entorcement of law. It was no interesting that he has been asked to repeat it at the next meeting, the fourth Tuesday in November, at the Warren street Baptist church. Mr John H. Kroe, of Muskogee, spent Thanksgiving with his parents. His many friends were delighted to see him. Mr Crutchfield and wife, of Garnett, spent Thanksgiving with the daughter of the latter, Mrs Gertrude Mason. Misses Laona Escoe, Curie Davis and Mollie Crutchfield went to Garnett for Thanksgiving. Mr McNutt spent a few days last week with her daughter Miss Dott, who is teaching in Rosedale. Minneapolis Joseph and Eva Jones, of Kansas City, Mo., spent Thanksgiving with Miss Mabel Gleed, who, with her brother Herbert, accompanied them to Topeka, on Saturday. Editor Nick Chiles visited Lawrence last week. He always meets with a warm welcome here. Lawrence has a proficient representative of the fine arts of massage manicuring and hairdressing in the person of Mrs. N. C. Wilson, a graduate of Mammune, Mant urist, Electrotoque and Hairdresser of Moler College, St. Louis, Mo. WANTED-To adopt a female colored child, from one to five yeare of age. A good home for such a child Mr. and Mrs Heury Clay Richardson, Oswego, Kansas. In looking up news items were surprised to find that our people did notice the excellent oppor unity to make money. The "H H" club declared a dividend on April 10th. One boy who was bright enough to look after the matter, cashed in his cards at $2 73 each. Through the negligence or oversight of some people who might have taken his place in the dividends they neglected and lost that excellent op portunity. Every 48-lb sack of flour contains a card. Each of these cards is worth five cents in the purchase from the Topeka Milling Co. of one Universal Bread Kneader. There is another way these cards can be used Ask your grocer about it and if he cannot give you the information, ask the Topeka Milling Co. to explain it to you. A contest is now on which expires November 10th. A similar contest expired April 2nd, 1908, and some some of the cards in that contest were actually worth $2.72 each. I will pay you to sit up and take notice. "Pride of the Kaw" Flour, none better made. "Pride of the Kaw" makes the best bread. D. C. Scott, Topeka's old time showman will entertain the Williams and Walker company at his cozy home, 718 West Street. He was a former member of the company and ther is notying too good for him to secure for their comfort. Mes James Gussin Page, II. Mayberry and Miss Minnie Page entertained Friday of last week in honor of the Minnes Newcom of Emporia. Society bowed to the manner in which the hostesses entertained, and all declare it was one of the happiest events of the season. The Minnes Newcom are charming young ladies and all are looking forward to their early return. A PLEASANT HUNTING TRIP! One day last week Chas. Lytle and James Mothel went to Frankfort, Marshall county for a weeks' hunt. They were met at the station by Mr. James Cloud, and conveyed to his beautiful farm home which consists of 160 acres of the best land in Kansas. It is well stocked with everything and Mr. Lytle says the large barns, cribs and other out buildings reminds one of a city "Gazing over these broad acres," said Mr. Lytle, "the cattle browsing on a thousand hills was a reality—the saying too true, I could see 'em with my own eyes!" Here the boys enjoyed life for a whole week with Mr. and Mrs. Cloud and their little daughter. The hunting was fine and the boys bagged lots of game which was shipped back to Topeka. The whole community seemed bent on making it pleasant for the visitors. On the eve of their departure about 9:30 the hunters were aroused from their slumbers by shouts and loud raps on the doors. They were frightened at first, but it soon come to them that an old fashioned surprise party was on tap. The people had drove out from the city, and made their last evening the most pleasant of their entire stay. It was indeed a delightful evening full of fun, frolic and good fellowship. The following persons were present: Louis Coffey, Mrs. Louis Coffey, Miss Zephyr A Coffey, Miss Rebecca Coffey, Geo. Coffey, Mrs Maggie Potter, Mrs Maggie Potter, Mrs Sarah Skinner of Kansas City, Robert Potter, Lulu Potter, Minnie Potter, Lewis Parks, William Parks, Millie Parks, Robt., Howard and White Coffey, Mabel Coffey, Mrs Geo, Taylor, Walter Smith, Walter Taylor Maude Rice, Lewis Cloud and wife and George and Barnay Cloud. The party Thanksgiving night by Wilson's orchestra clearly proved that it takes this popular musical organ ation to entertain Topeka's upper crust. Metropolitan hall was gorgeously decked in the season's gayest colors, and the many colored lights added to the beauty of the artistically arranged decorations. About 8:30, the grand march started, and from then till wee hours of the morn, the spacious floor was filled with merry dancers. We are always glad of an opportunity to speak of Wilson's orchestra, it is deserving in every respect, and Miss Ogeal Wilson, the director is to be commended for keeping such a splendid organization together. The people were delightfully entertained Thanksgiving night, and all are looking forward to time when Miss Wilson will announce another. Fhelt Fitchue is very ill at his home, 10S Madison street Mr. W. Green, Ph. D, of Kansas City spent Monday in the city visiting friends. Dr. David De Frantz of Pueblo. Colo. spent several days in the city last week visiting relatives and friends. --- Mrs. Nick Chiles entertained at six o'clock dinner Tuesday evening complimentary to Mrs Fannie Franklin, of Colorado Springs Colo. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Defrantz of Kansas City spent several pays in the city the past week visiting relatives and friends. Mrs Fannie Franklin of Colorado Springs was entertained at supper Monday evening, the guest of Mrs. C F Clinkscale. --- The City Federation of Womens' clubs will meet Friday, Dec. 12 at 2:30 o'clock. Light refreshments will be served. --- A very beautiful and enjoyable dinner party was given Sunday by Dr. W. R Russell at the Washam hotel in honor of Misses Victoria and Della Newsom of Omaha. Those present were the Misses Newsom, Miss Minnie Page, Mr. and Mrs. John Page, Mr. John Pegg of Omaha, Mrs S. E. Saunders, Mr. and Mrs. H. G. Mayberry, Mr. H. B Saunders. The young ladies of the Saturday Night Whist club entertained their gentlemen friends at 113 Kansas Ave, on the 27th mat. It was one of the really enjoyable social events of the month just closed. In returning the compliment, the boys will have to hustle if they pursue this all air. Mr. George W. Smith and Miss Grace McConnell were quietly married Wednesday evening at the A. M. E. parsonage by the Rev. J. E. Edwards. The contracting parties are well and favorably known to all our people, and are leaders among Topeka's younger set. The bride is a model young lady, highly cultured and in every way qualified to preside over a home. There is no "put on" about Mrs. Smith, who is just a plain, good, conscientious girl whose presence carries sunshine and happiness wherever she goes. The groom is one of the most popular young men in Topeka, hardworking and industrious. He is the only son of Mrs. Mary Smith and stands high with everybody. May their wedding bliss never be interrupted only by an occasional annual quall in the wish of The Plaindealer and a host of ad-miring friends. Miss Evelyn P. Hickman, our capable and efficient stenographer has been seriously ill at her home 332 Lawrence street during the past two weeks, but at this writing we are pleased to report that she is rapidly improving. She is greatly missed, and her co-workers long to have her with them again. Mrs. Eliza Caldwell entertained at dinner Sunday, complimentary to Mrs. Fancie Franklin of Colorado Springs, Colo. Mrs W. Mitchell spent Thanksgiving with her sister, Mrs. Walter Tnnnelly, in Kansas City, Mo. She reports a fine time. The Philohetorian club met with Miss Pearl McNeal Monday night, and Mrs Robert De Frantz and Miss Helen McLean were visitors. This club sent out five Thanksgiving baskets It will meet in two weeks with Miss Lillian Jeltz. Mrs. Taylor, or Leavenworth, visited her son, Dr. O. A. Taylor this week. . Mrs Fannie Sailes and Mrs Matt Greer were in Lawrence last week to attend the funeral of their cousin, Charlie Fitche Miss Minerva Graham spent a few days in the city this week with her parents, Mr and Mrs G W Graham --- Fred Newman and his aunt, Mrs Emma Brown, spent a few days in our city last week They stopped over in Lawrence to attend the funeral of their cousin, Charley Fitchue Charley Fitchue died in Land, Okla His body was brought through Topeka for burial at Lawrence The remains were accompanied by James Fitchue Decessed was a Mason and left to mourn a wife and two little ones, a father, a sister, two brothers and other relatives The Fleur de Lis club will meet with Mrs. J. W. Northington, 1408 Van Buren street, December 9th. All members requested to be present on account of special business. Presiding Elders Ransom, King and Revs. Elwards and Craw sent out the minutes of the A. M. E. conference one day this week. The Oriental Art club met thrs week with Mrs L. C. Clark The next meeting will be with Mrs Anna Williams, 1153 Lane street. Mrs S. F. Malone and Mrs. Emma Gaines were guests of Mrs. J. A. Martin while attending the Kansas conference of Charities and Corrections which was held at Wichita, November 22-24 They were royally entertained at dinner at the residence of the editor of The Searchlight, Mr. W. N Miller They feel very much benefitted by the confer ence. They were there representing the Florence Crittenden colored mission of Kansas. --- Rev J. R. Ransom and wife gave a dinner Thanksgiving evening to the football aggregation of Western University Among those present were Prof R G Jackson, instructor of music and Mr George Wuthams, private secretary to President French of Western University, and also Mr J. M. Brown of K B A C at Manhattan. They were the guests of Mr. Robert Ransom, a student of Western University. A CARD OF THANKS We desire to thank the many friends who so kindly assisted us in the sad hours of our bereavement MRS M E MATILY MRS PLEASANT MRS SMITH WANTED-To adopt a female colored child from one to five years of age. A good home for such a child, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Clay Richardson, Oswego, Kansas. WANTED-To adopt a female colored child from one to five years of age. A good home for such a child. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Clay Richardson, Oswego, Kansas. David Welch, one of the popular guards at the state penitentiary, spent Tuesday in the city on business The Carnation Art club will meet tomorrow with Miss Eva Woods, 1171 Lincoln street Mrs Iannie Franklin after spending two weeks visiting her brother, William Link, and wife, returned to her home in Denver Wednesday Rev J M Brown of Lawrence was in the city Friday visiting relatives Mrs Street, the wife of Rev Street, died last week at hkr home on Lane street The funeral was held at New Hope cemetery Rev J. L. Craw of Emporia spent two days in the city this week on business Misses Victoria and Della Newcom of Emporia spent Thanksgiving with Miss Minnie Page Mesdames William McClaim and William Porter have returned from Denver and Colorado Springs after a visit of several months. --- I of, Carter's students sang at the corn contest held at the auditorium last Saturday. The farmers went wild over them and enclosed them several times. Western Tuskegee is making fame. Mrs D. Hickman served a three course dinner Thankgiving Day at her home. 1908 Topeka avenue in honor of Mrs Sizemore of Kansas City, Mo. Others present were Mrs. A, P. Smith and Mrs. M. Barber The hostess was assisted by her daughter, Mrs Anna Todd R. H. Hodgins of the Topeka Ion and Fuel Co returned from Tennessee, Arkansas and Omaha, where he has been contracting for ice for the great Rock Island and Frisco companies. He says that the South is 1000 years behind the times. John G. Pegg was in Topeka Sunday and Monday. en route from Kansas City, where he met the executive committee of the Inter State Literary association which met in Kansas City. He says that the coming session will be one of the largest in the history of the organization Omaha is doing much to make it pleasant for the visitors. We had the pleasure of eating our Thanksgiving dinner with Mr. and Mrs Charles Phelps at their beautiful home, 401 Prospect street. St. Joseph, Mr. A twenty pound turkey looked like a beautiful painting after it was laked, and all the good things that go with turkey were on the table. The dinner was prepared by the older daughter, Mrs. Pansy Saunders, with the mother's assistance. Honors are even. Their home is as handsomely furnished as any we have ever seen. The many friends of Edward Matley were pained to learn of his death, which occurred Monday night after an illness of about a week of pneumonia. Mr Matley came to Kansas in 1882 and was employed by the Rock Island road for more than twenty years. He was a member of the Christian church and a Execu stor Lodge, No B K or P. He was highly esteemed by all who knew him. He is survived by a widow and relatives in Kentucky. A host of friends mourn with them. Funeral services were held from the residence, Rev B C. Duke of the Christian church omnivour. He lodge escorted the remains to the Popeka cemetery where the last and rites were performed. WANTED-To start 1000 hustling doing young Negro men and women into a new, pr fitable, independent business among the wealthy white people of your home community. A new invention, no canvassing. Enclose two cent stamp for information Address, Albert Ross, Business department, Western University, Quindaro, Kansas. Mr. Hegbert Slaugh er of St Joseph, Mo. is in the city, stopp ng at the home of Miss. Meaux. The Saturday afternoon Whist club will meet tomorrow with Mrs. Ed Bruce. Mrs. Carrie Asworth and daughter Thelma will spend Sunday in Manhattan, guests of Mr. and Mrs. Miles Woods. Miss Bertha Harlan entertained from three until six Friday in honor of the Misses Newsom of Emporia. Miss Joseph of Kansas, Miss Jones of Western University, Miss Gleed Mr. Gleed and Mr. Fred Stone of of Lawrence were guests of Mrs. Wade and Mrs. J M Wright on Saturday. Mr Edward Foster Cook, aged 7 died Thanksgiving morning at home, 112 North Mahson street, of dropsy. He left two sons and a daughter. He was an old resident of this city, a member of the Primitive Baptist church. Mr. Wiley Forte, an old resident of this city died Friday evening at his residence, 1174 West street, of lung trouble. He was for a number of years a resident of the North Side. The funeral was hell Monday afternoon at St. Mark church, Rev. Housely officiating. The remains were interred in Topeka cemetery. Mr and Mrs. Spencer Rhodeman entertained at an elaborate Thanksgiving dinner at their home, 909 North Quincy street The following were the guests: Misses Dorothy Rhodeman, Clara Lamberson, Jesse Lamberson, Willi Lamberson and Messrs Peter Spotts, William Rhodeman and Benjamin Spotts The afternoon was spent in games and music. Prof John L Harrison, principal of Washington school, was elected principal of the Military Roads school at Washington, D.C. He decided that Popka is the proper place for a young teacher to expand. We are glad that he decided to remain with us, as we have need of him. MINISTRY. THE DEMAND FOR AN EDUCATED Realizing the demand among the Negro people for an educated ministry, the Inklegge Normal and Industrial Institute conducts in connection with other departments a Bible Training School. The courses of study are so arranged that not only ministers and licentiates 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 brevity, chaniness, regularity and accuracy are provided. The teaching is to the elevation and Christianization of their people. Daily supplementary exercises designed to instill habits of mind and an ambition to dedicate their lives 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. For further information. address LAWREN CE, KA. In the cratorical contest held on Tuesday night to determine who should represent Lawrence in the contest of the Interstate Literary society, which meets in Omaha during the holidays, R. C. Wiseom, a student in the School of Law, of the University of Kansas, held the highest average over the other contestants. His subject was "At the Throat of the Republic." He was a contestant in last year's contest, and proved himself a worthy and intelligent young man. He is a coming young orator, was in the campaign in the last state throub out and is making good. The delegates from the Sunday Forum were elected Sunday and are, Herier Wilburn, Dr. Harvey and Miss Mamie Dillard. From the People's Literary society R. C. Wassom, R. H. Brown and Mrs Veager were chosen; from the Sierra Leone, Mrs. Lillie Carter, Annie White and Janie Alexander. The Mother Congress met at St Luke A M E church Tuesday pm. when, after the regular routine of business, Dr Harvey gave a talk on the enforcement of law. It was so interesting that he has been asked to repeat it at the next meeting, the fourth Tuesday in November, at the Warren street Baptist church. Mr John H. Facee, of Muskogee, spent Thanksgiving with his parents. His many friends were delighted to see him. Mr Cratenfield and wife, of Garrett, spent Thanksgiving with the daughter of the latter, Mrs Gert. rude Maon. Miss Leona Escoe, Carrie Davis and Mollie Crutchfield went to Garrett for Thanksgiving Miss Cora McNutt has been quite disposed for several days. Mrs McNutt spent a few days last week with her daughter Miss Dott, who is teaching in Rosedale Theodore Copeland spent Thanksgiving in Richmond, Mo. Miss Edgarine Walton went to Leavenworth to spend Thanksgiving with her mother and relatives. Miss Beatrice Hoyt spent Thanksgiving with Miss Corrine Jones, in Topeka. Pay Mrs. Scott King your subscription to The Plaindealer No attention will be given to those not subscribers to the Plaindealer, so, in order to get your news in you must be a subscriber Misses Zyghora Joseph and Eva Jones, of Kansas City, Mo., spent Thanksgiving with Miss Mabel SHILLO I BAPTIST CHURCH. Sunday, 11 a.m., baptizing. All the candidates for baptism are expected to be ready. At three p.m. the city mission will meet and all persons interested in the city work are cordially invited to be present At 3 p.m., subject, "The Power of the Gospel." On Friday evening, December 11, Madam Ida M. Beck, of Dayton, O., who was associated with the late Paul Laurence Dunbar, will give a recital at Shiloh. All the lovers of Dunbar's poems are expected to be present. Admission 10 and 15 reute. See Xmas program in The Shiloh Messenger Free Xmas Present For BABY or GRANDMA AERING MERCANTILE CO., East Chicago, Ill. W. T. Escoc, Pres. J. B. McCulloch, Vice-Pres J. E Johnson, Cashier. J. W. Esoes, Asst.Cashier Official Statement of the Condition of the PEOPLE'S BANK & TRUST CO. One of the Largest Banking Houses Controlled by Negroes. MVSCOGEE, OKLAHOMA We respectfully invite your attention to the following statements, showing our growth for the past seven months, from February 29th to September 23rd, 1908. February 29th $52,439,17 May 14th $59,702,29 June 30th $67,553,56 July 15th $72,557,35 September 23rd $81,615,54 We feel complimented and exhibit these facts for the information of our friends. Thanking you for past favors we ask a continuance and increase of same. WESTERN UN1VERS1TY The Great Educaional Institution for Kansas and the West DEPARTMENTS:--Theological, College, Normal, Sub-Normal and State Normal. 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YOUR Hay, Etc., FOR SALE—Twenty acres of excellent land and house and barn. Located in five miles of Topeka. Enquire at THE PLAINDEALER office 1815 Kansas Ave PUBLICATION NOTICE. In the D'strict Court of Shawnee County, Kansas. 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. [SEAL] C'ark. First published September 18th, '08, SHERIFF'S SALE. In the District Court of Shawnee County, State of Kansas Marion Sheldon, Plaintiff. J. A. Wilkins. Defendant. By virtue of an Order of Sale issued to me, out of said District Court, in the above-entitled action I will, on Monday, the 14th day of December, A. D. 1908, at 10 o'clock A. M. of said day, at the east front door of the Court House in the City of Topeka, in the County of Shawnee, in the State of Kansas, offer at public sale, and sell to the highest and best bidder, for cash in hand, all the following-described real estate, to wit: Lot No 106 on North Kansas avenue in the city of Topeka and known as House number 1001 North Kaucas avenue, lying and situate in the County of Shawnee in the State of Kansas. The above-described real estate is taken as the property of said defendant, and is directed by said order et sale to be sold, and will be sold without appraisement, to satisfy said order of sale. J. M. WILKERSON. Sheriff of Shawnee County, Kansas BY JONALHAN D. NORTON M. F. LAYCOCK, Attorney. First published November 13th,'08 We have secured applications for teachers. Parties desiring well qualified teachers, Address PLAIN DEALER. In the Court of Topeka, in the City of Topeka, State of Kansas and J. W. Wehe, J. J. Wehe and Charles Bennett. partners, trading as the Mood Plumbing and Heating Co. Plaintiffs, vs Frank O. Chesney, Defendant. PUBLICATION NOTICE PUBLICATION NOTICE State of Kansas, Shawnee County, SS; The State of Kansas to Frank O. Chesney, greeting. You are hereby notified that on the 9th day of November the above named plaintiffs commenced in the above named court, their action against you asking for judgment in the sum of $14.70, and costs, for and upon a certain open account. That garnishment summons was issued to D J. Trickler, who has appeared and answered that he has in his hands certain moneys due you You are therefore notified and warned that unless you appear and answer to the above action on or before the second day of January. A. D. 1909, that the allegations of the plaintiffs' bill of particulars will be taken as true and judgmen reentered against you accordingly, in the sum of $1470, and for costs. Clerk of the Court of Topeka. First published November 20th,'08. We employ more than twice the number of people of our nearest competitor. There must be a reason and a good one for it. If you want the best at the same cost we would appreciate your bundle, either Shirts, Collars or Cuffs or Family Wash NOW IS THE TIME TO CALL TOPEKA FISH & AND GET THE Best, Largest Oyster THAT CAN BE FOUND IN THE BE TIME TO CALL AT THE NEW EKA FISH & OYSTER MARK THE Largest Oysters and the Fine BE FOUND IN THE CITY NOW IS THE TIME TO CALL AT THE NEW TOPEKA FISH & OYSTER MARKET AND GET THE Best, Largest Oysters and the Finest Fish THAT CAN BE FOUND IN THE CITY ```markdown ``` BUSINESS CHART FOR NEGROES Kansas City, Take a Few Dollars to Invest You Can See It Highland, 1 room modern brick cottage, just 10.00 down and $15.00 a month; rent for $124th and 25th on Montgall, 4 modern residences, $1500 to $3500; will sell for small payments. These are all rented and the rent will almighty. Have a large list of Rooming Houses, Hotels, and other safe investments for the people to business. For information will be cheerfully furnished. AMERICAN EMPLOYMENT & REALTY Both Phones. CHRISTMAS GIFT CYLINDER COMB FOR STRAIGHTENING A useful gift can be found. It means a present to come. It's all in the cylinder. Never get hot. An simple ironing and just burned realps or scorched and broken hair that rested combs. Every comb guaranteed to give least send for one and try it and if not found us and get your money. You run absolute to any address for $2.00 the day order is received Electro.Capalina? You'll like it. For further particulars, address with stamp. Novelty Manufacturing Co. All Correspondence Co. 320 KANSAS AVENUE Business FOR NE In Kansas If You Have a Few Dollars to I 6th and Highland, 1 room me $10 0,00; $100 00 down and $15,00 Between 24th and 25th on Mo in prices from $1500 to $3500; will ance like rent. These are all rented payments. We also have a large list of Re Grocery Stores and other safe invest want to get into business. Any other information will be AFRO-AMERICAN EMPIRE 1005 Mt. Ive St. Both I CHRISTMAS TAYLOR'S CYLINDER COMB FOR No more useful gift can be four family for years to come. It's all i The comb never get hot. As a No danger of burned scalps or scars from the overheated combs. Every You can at least send for one an mail it back to us and get your mount Sent prepaid to any address for $2 0 Have you tried Electro.Capalina? every comb. For further particu Newton Novelty Man Department A. 308-10 Main St., Cincinnati Ohio. Business Chances FOR NEGROES In Kansas City, Mo. If You Have a Few Dollars to Invest You Can See It Grow Here 6th and Highland, 1 room modern brick cottage, just completed, $16,0.00; $100.00 down and $15.00 a month; rents for $15,00. Between 24th and 25th on Montgall, 4 modern residences ranging in prices from $1500 to $3500; will sell for small payment down, balance like rent. These are all rented and the rent will almost carry the payments. We also have a large list of Rooming Houses, Hotels, Restaurants, Grocery Stores and other safe investments for the people who really want to get into business. Any other information will be cheerfully furnished. AFRO-AMERICAN EMPLOYMENT & REALTY CO. 1005 Mt. Ive St. Both Phones. Kansas City, Mo. CHRISTMAS GIFT. No more useful gift can be found. It means a present tor the whole family for years to come. It's all in the cylinder. 100 The comb never get hot. An simple astroning and just as affective No danger of burned scalps or scorched and broken hair that often result from the overheated combs. Every comb guaranteed to give satisfaction. You can at least send for one and try it and if not found satisfactory mail it back to us and get your money. You run absolutely no risk. Sent prepaid to any address for $200 the day order is received. Have you tried Electro.Capalin? You'll like it. Free box with every comb. For further particulars, address with stam Miss Arnicholas Chiles has for sale a number of the Magic Shampoo Hair Drivers, 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 PLAINDEALER office. Ladies, call and examine them. 10 EMPLOYES 3 WAGONS BOTH PHONES 519 Independent Phone Sell Phone 1-80 i The Mutual TOPEKA'S "SOFT WATER" Laundry AT THE NEW OYSTER MARKET ers and the Finest Fish THE CITY Chances MEGROES in City, Mo. Invest You Can See It Grow Here modern brick cottage, just completed, 100 a month; rents for $15,00. montgall, 4 modern residences ranging well for small payment down, bal- anced and the rent will almost carry the Blooming Houses, Hotels, Restaurants, instments for the people who really are cheerfully furnished. EMPLOYMENT & REALTY CO. Phones. Kansas City, Mo. MAS GIFT. FORSTRAIGHTENING THE HAIR and. It means a present tor the whole in the cylinder. ample as ironing and just as affective chewed and broken hair that often result in comb guaranteed to give satisfaction. and try it and if not found satisfactory they. You run absolutely no risk. 000 the day order is received. You'll like it. Free box with nulars, address with stamp Manufacturing Company, All Correspondence Confidential Agents Wanted Everywhere Photographs The price at my Studio is cheap, but the work is of the highest class. Why pay such an enormous price when the same careful work can be secured for ONE HALF? Stop and see me W. H. LUCAS, Wholesale and Retail D. WOOLF Proprietor TOPEKA, KANSAS ST. JOHN A. M·E. CHURCH "Ye are the light of the world." The exalted character of the Christian is constantly mentioned in the scriptures. It seems that the purposes of salvation are emphasized in the beauty of Christian living. Every individual has his place in this lightbearing church, each person a star emitting rays which dispel the clouds and drive the mists away. How necessary 'tis for every one who professes the Christ to keep in touch with the source of infinite light. Our master hath said "Without me ye can do nothing," and it is equally true that without him ye can give no light in the world. Vital torch with the source of light guarantees not only light for yourself, but sufficient light for all who may come your way. The inclement weather on last Sabbath did not close us out for in spite of conditions fair congregations were out at all services Mr. and Mrs. Jones, who have recently come to make their home in Popeka, united with the church on Sunday. Mr. Shelton Fitchue was baptized and received into the church Saturday evening. Thanksgiving Day was greatly en joyed by many of our good people in a union service and an evening entertainment at Lane chapel The sewing circle was pleasantly entertained Wednesday afternoon at the home of Mrs. L. Vaughn, of West Twelfth street. The Mite Missionary society will meet Friday afternoon with Miss Mary Jordan, instead of with Mrs. William Johnson. The pulpit of St. John will be occupied on the Sabbath by Presiding Elder J R Ransom. This being the first quarterly meeting for the new year, it is hoped that many will avail themselves of the services. The young people are taking more and deeper interest in the league meetings. It is a good sign when when we see the young people constant and faithful in chucrh life. Morrilton, Ark., Nov. 23. '08 Neighbors of the Heartstone, Dear Friends:—Your payment of benefits for ten days' sickness at hand and I am very grateful. This makes about twenty claims you have paid here this year and I don't know of a single dissatisfied number. I remain Sincerely Yours. Santa Fe, N. M. 11-19-08. The Neighbors of the Hearthstone, Kansas City, Mo. Dear Neighbors:-Your settlement of $11.75 for my disability caused by eye trouble is gratefully accepted in full settlement. Wishing you success, I remain, Fraternally Yours, 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 BELL PHONE IOPEKA, KANSAS A DRAWING BUSINESS. The most complete stock Groceries and General Merchandise eat the very lowest prices at B. J NELLE'S 1110 South Walnut Street. Dr. W. Roger Russell, DENTIST All Work Guaranteed to Give Satisfaction To the Missouri State Federation of Colored Women's Clubs Most cordial greetings to all whom it may cone rc-The annual meeting of the Missouri State Federation of clubs will be held in Kansas City, Mo December 31st,'oS. January 1st and 2ud,'07 (morning sessions.) Representation will be on basis of one delegate and alternate for each ten members of a club; annual dues, five cents per capita. All clubs are urged to send delegates, reports and dues. There are many important matters for discussion,—state home for incorrigible girls, etc. There is yet time to form clubs MRS JOSEPHINE SHONE-YATLS President MRS MARY E. GOINS, Cor. Sec'y MISS ANNA H. JONES, Chairman Executive Board. Bishop Grant entertained the faculty of Western University at his home Wednesday evening, November 25th. He requested each representative of the different departments of the institution to make some remarks touching their work, and he was much pleased with the capability of the teachers to handle their subjects. The remarks were short and condensed, and the gathering was profitable to all present Mrs Mame Hughes, Misses Irva French, Beulah Bronson and Eva B Jones served refreshments Prof R G Jackson presided at the piano as he atone in these parts can Mrs W W Fisher and Miss Vernon rendered solos. At ten o'clock the Bishop's guests departed for the university with expressions on their faces which indicated that they would not mind if these entertainments came weekly. 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 Bell 'Phone 1091 Ind. Phone 968 Dr: J. M. Jamison, Physician and Surgeon. Examining Physician of the nighty and Ladie of Protection. Special attention to diseases of women and private diseases Office and Residence: 527 Madison Street. [TOPEKA, KA] Hours: 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Both Phones 77 O. A. Taylor, M. D., Physician and Surgeon. 421 Kansas, Tampa Bith Pho 6477 Calls Answered Day and Night. Residence 1535 Van Buren Street 10P FKA, KA GRAND LODGE, KNIGHTS OF PYTHIAS, STATE OF KANSAS. Supreme Jurisdiction N. A., S. A., E., 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. 29, Galeno, on July 18, 19 and 20, 1908. 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 progress 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 enuing year: Grand Vice Chancellor, Dr. I. H. Anthony, Kansas City. Grand Chancellor, John H. 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, Topeka. Grand Master of the queer, 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, Topeka. Supreme Representative, B. Pope, Topeka. Grand Secretary Endawment Department, A. T. Glover, Wichita. Grand Treasurer Endowment Department, M. E. Woods, Coffeyville. Grand Inner Guard, J. H. Walker, Garden City. Grand Outer Guard, W. H. Morton, I. T. Scott. Appointive Officers, T. H. Young, Grand Marshall, Galena; Louis Ctrange, Grand Trustee (3 years) Wellington; G. H Drumgould, Grand Trustee (1 year), Arkansas City. Chairmen of Standing Committees On Appeals and Grievances, Dr. I. H. Anthony, Kansas City; on Printing and Supplies, H. I. Monroe, Topeka; on Laws and Supervision, W. W. Plumb, Topeka; on Dispensation and Charter, Thomas Cox, Wichita; on Finance, Dr. S. H. Thompson, Kansas City; on Returns and Credentials, John Gurter, Mineral; on Foreign Correspondence, Julius Reese, Cherokee; on Relation with Court of Culanthe, J. W. Clark, Lawrence; on Milage, Robt. S. Brown, Manhattan; on Uniform Rank, Samuel W. Jones, Wichita; on State of Order, John Singleton, Winfield. Deputies—D W. Montgomery, No. 30, Independence; W. A. Wright, No. 20, Winfield; Brooks Lane, No. 22, Iola; J. H. Daiker, No. 16, Garden City; B. B Williams, No. 21, Hutchinson; J. H Brown, No. 17, Cherokee; G. Edwards, No. 27, Kansas City; J. W. Clark, No. 1, Lawrence; Robt. S. Brown, No. 9, Mon- hattan; G. W. owry, No. 10, Paola; B Zackey, No. 6, Pittsburg; J. B. Davis, No. 5, Weir. Deputies at large.—H. W. Dillard, Popeka; J. M. Lipps, Parsons; M. H. 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 severel 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 fill 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 Topka 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 Period XLV JNO. E. LEWIS, Grand Chancellor. Attest: W. W. PLUMB. Grand Keeper of Records and Seal. 1012 Buchanan Street, Topeka, Kansas Carbondale Mineral Water can he had by writing A. McAdo, who will deliver it at your door. This water is splendid a perfect health restorer, and all persons drinking "Carbondale Mineral Water" are sure to derive benefits. OLGLASS IMPROVEMENT COMPANY 726 W. Walnut St. Louisville, Ky 726 W. Walnut St., Louisville, Ky. POST CARDS FREDERICK DOUGLASS The Statesman CALENDARS Portraying the higher Life of the Negro Write for prices and terms Agents wanted.