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THE JPEKA PLAINDEALER The Brilliant Kansan Gives Wholesome Advice to the Negro Business Men--- Pictures Bright Future for the Race. On the evening of January 4th, the Negro Business League of the District of Columbia gave its annual banquet, Mr. W. Sydney Pittman, the president of the local league acted as the toastmaster of the occasion There was a very large attendance of members, and a number of speeches were made. Hon. W. T. Vernon, registrar of the treasury, who is a life member of the organization, made a very eloquent speech which was roundly applauded by the assembled gentlemen. In part the Registrar spoke as follows: I congratulate myself upon having been present at this your annual banquet, and heard the splendid report of work done by your local organization. It is a source of gratification to me as it must be to every one who wishes well for his people to observe the material progress of the people of this community. "You but demonstrate the capacity of the race to acquire and hold, and this demonstration is but a type of that which I understand is going on wherever the Business League is known. "Aside from a racial interest in the work of the organization as a life member I feel an especial interest in its growth and development Though occupying a position of a political character, I have had some opportunity to observe the certainty of business success and its guarantee for the future; when weighed against any other success, so liable to fluctuation because of external agencies "The man who builds well along business lines, gains confidence in himself, confidence of his community and as an assured footing for the future. "I have been much impressed with the statistics given of the growth along business lines of the race during the past forty years Especially has this phase of our racial development taken on concrete form and been made more apparent since the bringing together of the business men of the race through the medium of the Business league. "A most inestimable service has been rendered the Negro and the country at large, since his material development is but a part of his country's prosperity; and for that reason every encouragement given this movement but lends added strength to the race and contributes to the betterment of our national life. You are especially to be congratulated upon having organized the business men of the District of Columbia This is a city which brings together the thousands from all over the world, who with diversified interests, political and otherwise, would naturally, in some measure, lack that cohesiveness so necessary in the building up of a permanent, towering business For that reason this gathering tonight and the work of the promoters of the local league speaks volumes TOPEKA, KANSAS, FRIDAY MORNING, JAN. 15, 1969. and indicates a greater amount of energy, tact, patience and determination than is required in the averag community made up by a population less liable to change Where the patrons come and go, you must of necessity depend upon a transient trade to insure success this it would seem would always create an element of uncertainty for the business men so environed, and in some measure prevent the launching out into greater ventures in the prosecution of his business. Thus you have entailed conservatism, border ing on timidity, which would most likely prevent that amount of success possible under different circumstances, "Wise indeed must be those men among you who are sufficiently conservative to not overreach in the matter of investment, and at the same time sufficiently progressive to keep pace with the demands of these intensely commercial times. My observation would lead me to believe that in no city of this country is competition more rife than here. Entitled to the respect and approval then, are those men who here succeed in a legitimate business Every encouragement should be given you as an organization and as individuals for the success of the work with which you are meeting. Every man who strives for leadership does well when he extends a helping hand to your efforts. He can in no more practical way show his fealty to his race and demonstrate his belief in the possibility of the race than when he approves your efforts by his words and by his acts. The race has need of its business men. Any people whose sole accomplishment is based upon the hazard of political fortune, or who depend entirely upon their professional men to make a place for the race will find themselves on a sand foundation, and when the storms come and the wind's heat upon this race, its house will fall. No man is so politically independent as that man who has an assured income and who can express his opinion untrammelled, without fear of being reduced to want or bringing distress to his loved ones. In the various communities of this country the Negro business men are more and more becoming factors in the political life of the race. To those men the temptation to be venal does not come. They are above want and can but the temptation behind them I would not have you understand me to say that the possession of property or money can take the place of an upright character, because venality in politics is not necessarily limited to the poor—however removine the necessity for yielding to temptation is a step forward toward the purification of politics The successful Negro business man can stand out for all the rights of the race and uncompromisingly demand that justice be done his people. This attitude when known by the masses of the people, but tends to popularize him and his leadership eventuates as a consequence. The next step is natural—that is the demand of his community or state for consideration. These demands accorded and his place as a leader suggests his selection as the logical sequence. There are instances when these successful business men, by reason of their diversified interests have found it necessary to decline positions of trust and honor. In each case these declinations have done the race no harm, but have brought to the notice of the country the preeminent success with which the individual, a type of the race has met It has followed almost invariably that such men have been enabled to shape policies for the betterment of the race, in some cases to suggest who should represent the race in such positions. This all demonstrates the power possible for the Negro business men all over the country. We should emphasize this work We have long since learned that racial development must proceed along every line, exemplified in the career of the whites race The man of means who touches elbows with his kind, regardless of race will respect the display of business acumen financial integrity and real worth of his associates I am prepared to unhesitatingly and uncompromisingly commend your work and wish for you the support and endorsement of this community. If this business league has for its purpose the building up of your present enterprises and the formation of new ones; if it shall have for its aim the accumulation of realty holdings, and the financial independence of those whom it seeks to benefit, then no man can reasonably oppose it, and every man should encourage it." Chaplain W. E Gladden of the 24th United States Infantry has been the guest of Registrar Vernon for several days While here he took in all the sights of the city and met many prominent representatives of the race He left the city yesterday for Madison Barracks. New York, where his regiment is stationed Registrar Vernon is preparing to make an extended lecture tour of the West He has been compelled to decline many invitations to speak in various sections of the country on account of his itinerary having been made up for the season. SPRINGFIELD, MO, NOTES. Mrs Emma Morley has been indisposed. We are about to lose one of the teachers of Lincoln High school. Miss is going to make Rev. a better preachor Our long is her gain. The hospitable home of James Dean and wife, the latter the sister of Mrs L. C Emonson, living 4 1.2 miles in the country, was thrown open to their city friends, Sunday, January 3rd. They were entertained to the number of 18, with a sumptuous New Years dinner. Springfield enjoyed a treat in the recitals given on Wednesday and Thursday evenings by Minneen Victoria K. Overall and Elimonia Hull hall, both from Kansas City, Mo. The former is quite well known here and needs no comments, excepting to say that she appeared at her best and large and enthusiastic audiences greeted them both evenings! Minne Hubbel has a sweet voice and made many friends. They stopped while here with Mrs Archie Hall, at 55 Summit Avenue. December 31st they were delightfully entertained at a four course dinner given in their honor by Mrs Wm. Smith. Mesdames Jno. Haywood and L. C. Edmondson spent Monday p m., driving and visiting the sick, among whom they found Mrs Luke Dodson and Solomon Smith, who is still very low. Mrs Nancy Hoil is spending her X'mas visiting in Chicago. Prof B. F. Adams spent his two weeks out of the city, visiting his different lodges and many friends. OMAHA NEWS. Rev Dr J. A. Bingaman, members and friends deserve much credit for their kindness towards the delegates and members of the InterState Literary. Miss and Mrs Overall entertained their brother and son, of Salt Lake City. He returned home Friday. Mrs J E Vinegar entertained at dinner last Sunday, complimentary to Mrs J M Cooper of Kansas City, who is in the city, guest of her sister, Mrs ll Thomas. Covers were laid for seven Mrs J A Stuart entertained Sunday at dinner in honor of her sister, Mrs A. M. Herold. Mrs Lillie Carter and Miss Janie Alexander of Lawrence, were the delegates of Mrs Herold. A reception was given Monday evening at the Baptist church, under auspices of the Mission circle and the Progressive club, in honor of John Grant Pegg and Mrs Kate Wilson. Miss Fisher of Parsons, will give a recital at Zion Baptist church, on Thursday evening, under the auspices of the Progressive club Hon. Nick Chiles was a visitor here during the Inter-State. Mrs J A Bingaman entertained Mrs Attorney S Joe Brown of Ires Moines, Wednesday, at breakfast. The drama entitled "The Fruits of His Folly," given by Miss Estella Tribue at Zion Baptist church, was a grand success, all playing their parts well. The Athenian Literary society gave a fine program Monday evening at the Zion Baptist church KANSAS CITY, MO W. H. Perry and wife entertained 500 employees of the Munger Dry Goods company, Wednesday evening at the factory and made quite a hit. They are royal entertainers, open for all engagements, and are located at 1005 McGee S. The Afro-American Realty Co. sold J. H. Towmerd a beautiful modern brick home in the south part of the city, where he expects to make his home after his wife finishes her school in the South. F J Weaver and wife will make their residence at the Weaver hotel for the balance of this winter at east, where they can be near the business. The Dunbar Hotel at 1015 Oak, has quite a number of the Williams and Walker company as guests during their stay in the city. Miss Lillie Fields of St Joseph, is visiting F J Weaver and wife. The Afro-American Realty Co. sold the southeast corner of Cottage and Flora avenue to Daniel W. Bazar, who expects to improve this property by building modern flats for colored tenants, Miss Mary J Gatewood of Kansas City, Kansas, in visiting with her NUMBER 3 cousin, Mrs Lillie Johnson, of Atchison, Kansas. WINFIELD, KANS. Rev Wood of Arkansas City, held his quarterly meeting on the 3rd. Several from Arkansas City were here to assist. Pink Butler is here from Kansas City and will remain the winter. Ernest Allen, nephew of Mrs A B Smith, and friend, Archie Harris of Topeka, are in the city. About 22 of our young people accompanied D D G C W.A. Wright to Arkansas City to install the K of P officers. They report a good time. Mrs Mary Henderson was here 28th ult, en route for Langston, where she was called by the death of her father, Mr Smith Fred Wright arrived from Colorado last week, to spend the winter with his parents, A B Smith and wife. At a recent business meeting at the Baptist church the tendered resignation of Key Warder was not accepted and he has decided to stay in Winfield. C E Waldon and wife, on South Manning St., entertained some 52 guests at a conversation. Ten questions were asked and the first prize for best answers was given to Jesse Banks, the second to Mrs B. Kennedy. An elegant course lunch was served in the course of the evening. Andrew Charles and wife gave a New Years dinner party at their home on West Eighth, to some 18 of their friends. Prizes were offered to the man who could work the neatest and best button hole in 20 minutes; Anther Nichols received the 1st prize. C E Waldron the 2d. HIGGINSVILLE, MO. Died, January 9th, 1909 Green Patterson. Dr Howard of Lexinton, was in the city a short while, changing cars. Mrs Hollard of 708 E Sixth street, Kansas City, came down Sunday to see friends and relatives. Willie Richie is on the sick list. Green Lyton of Ma, view, and Mrs Francis Washington of Lexington, were in the city Sunday. Mrs Nelle Douglas has been on the sick list. Minn Mary Ellen Dyer, who visited here with relatives, during the holidays, has left for Kannan City. Minn Lillia M Henderson, after a visit with relatives, left for Excellor Springs. Minn Venia E Lyle, after spending the holiday with relatives here returned to cool in Kannan City. Mrn Eva L Jennings, of Salina, Kans, spent the holiday here with friends and relatives, leaving Sunday morning for home, accompanied as far as Kansas City by her sister, Anna M Britt. Green Patternon is still on the sick list. ODD FELLOWS MEET. The executive board of G. U O. O F met at Washam's hotel this week. The members of the board are A T Glover, J. B. Lewis, W. W. Shobe, D. D Hope S. H. Banks, H. Kindle and P. W. Washam. The business of the board was to allow claims. The order has grown to be strong under the leadership of Mr. Glover. The Topeka Plaindealer. ADVERTISING RATES PER MONTH $3.00 PER INCH. NICK CHILES.; Editor SUBSCRIPTION RATES: One year by mail.....$1.00 Two Months by mail.....$1.00 Three months by mail.....$2.00 Entered at the Post offices at Topeka as Second class Mail Matter FRIDAY JAN. 15 1909. THE colored man just as well make up his mind and get to the farm. There is no color line in the markets of the world, and he is looked upon as a man. WE ARE sorry of the destruction of the Copeland hotel. Col. Gordon, the proprietor is a pioneer hotel man and a staunch friend of the colored race. The entire structure was consumed by fire early yesterday morning with probably a few lives. SENATOR FORAKER is doing his best for the discharged soldiers. While the fight is going on the soldiers are suffering. Either Roosevelt or congress should restore the boys to their rights and stop so much talking. We do not think the President means to do any one an injustice and believe he will adjust matters to the satisfactioe of all before he retires. OLD BEN TILLMAN wants nine quarter sections of fine Oregon land for himself, family and clerk. He is trying to secure it from a railroad land grant by senate legislation under the pretext that they have forfeited their rights. We wonder if any colored man would be low enough to disgrace the senatorial toga for nine quarter sections of four dollar per acre Oregon land? We think that a careful study of the colored brother would reveal an excellent example of honesty for Tillman POLITICAL NOTES. The state officers were sworn in Monday at the Auditorium. JusticeJohnston administered the oath. The Kansas legislature convened Tuesday at high noon. The Governor's message recommended a liberal appropriation for educational institutions. Special mention was made of Western University and the Topeka Industrial Institute. We note by a number of papers published in the Second district that Senator B.F. Blaker, is prominently mentioned as the proper man to succeed Congressman Scott. Senator Blaker is one of the best and most successful business men in the state and as congressman would ably meet every demand. He is the one man in Kansas that would prove highly beneficial to the agricultural interests having conductad a flouring mill at Pleasanton for years. On with the Blaker boom boys, and if he objects, we'll draft him. Joe Dolly, the Wabaunsee speaker of the house has took charge of Kansas. We do not know which is the legislature. but from the looks of things the members might as well go home. He said he never heard of a colored man being assistant sergeant-at-arms of the legislature. We told him that was before he knew where the Capital was located. At this he flew into a rage and to defend his ignorance ordered us out of his office. He thought an assistant sergeant-at-arms a big thing for the race, and the first time for a colored man to be thus honored. John L. Waller and several other colored men have filled such a position in the Kansas legislature. These 'reformers' are something frightful, and our prayers are to be delivered from such Pharisees. We hope the people will open their eyes. The money is put into the treasury to be used; not to starve the people and hollow economy. Dolly's "brain storm" is due to our asking him to give a few colored men positions. SENECA. KANS. Mrs Newton Jones and grandson of Kansas City, spent the holidays here, guests of her sister-in-law, Mrs Ben Tillery. Mamie Loggins, student at Doug. las hospital, was home spending the holidays. accompanied by Gertrude McWillirms of Lawrence. Minnie Bibb, of Council Grove, spent the holidays here, the guest of the misses Gunns. Essie Brewer entertained X'mas in honor of Lillian Dale. Ed Allen and wife, of Downs, spent the holidays here with her parents, J. W. Brewer and wife. Mrs John Johnson entertained a few friends at her country home, at an elaborate course dinner. Fiorence Tillery entertained on Wednesday eve, in honor of Misses Loggins and McWilliams. On X'mas night a dance was given at G A R Hall, in honor of the visiting guests Many were present from neighboring towns and all reported a good time. Several other social functions were scheduled for the holidays. LEXINGTON, MO. Mrs Bettie Osborne, Kansas City, Kansas, has been visiting her parents, mr. Collins and wife. Principal George H. Green and his assistants, Misses Sarah Graham, Addie Collins, Maggie Johnson, and Glover Hawkins attended the Tea here Association, in Kansas City. Minnie Hollis of Higginsville, visited Alice Paton during holiday week. Mrs. Rosa McGee, principal of No. 2 school, attended the Association in Kansas City. Edward Hayden one of Lexington's prominent men, departed this life last Wednesday evening. He leaves a wife, one brother, many relatives and friends to mourn over his loss. The body was taken to Booneville, mo., his wife's home, for burial. Nannie Walker and Lottie Hawkins attended Teachers Association. Miss Daisy Willie is here, visiting relativer. Mrs. A. C. M'Clelland, Shampooing and Massaging. Braids for Sale or made to Order. Hair Dressing and Straightening A Specialty. 226 Kansas Ave, Topeka, Kan. 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 Dr. W. Roger Russell, DENTIST All Work Guaranteed to Give Satisfaction Bell 'Phone 100 Ind. Phone:668 Dr: J. M. Jamison, Physician and Surgeon. Examining Physician of the nights and Ladie of Protection: Special attention to diseases of women and private diseases Office and Residence: 327 Madison Street. TOPEKA, KA Hours: 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Both Phones 77 O. A. Taylor, M. D., Physician and Surgeon, 621 Kansas Avenue Both Phones 77 Calla Answered Day and Night. Residence 1535 Van Buren Street TOPEKA, KA Latonia Cafe Fish of all kinds, Chicken, Porter House Steaks, Ice Cream, Cigars and Tobacco Most popular Restaurant in Kansas City. JACK FIELDS, Proprietor 921 E. 12th Kansas City, Mo Residence 520 Monroe Ind. Phone 775 L. M. PENWELL, Undertaker and Embalmer, 511 Quincy St. Upon day and night PITTSBURG NOTES. The K of P gave their annual banquet December 29, but attendance was reduced on account of the weather. Ellen Page visited at home during the holidays Mattie Bensley was at home from Quindaro during the holidays. Mrs Bolling entertained in her honor, Wednesday evening. Missen Moore, Terry and Bertha Williams were guests of Mrs Neil Pierce. X'mas week; and Etta Wyatt Oro Cobb and Lizaie Wilson, of Mrs Launet, on December 30. Woody Bird is very ill, at his home on College street. Neil Pierce and James Wilson, two of Pittsburg's popular and progressive young men, organized a club known as the "Jolly Rulers," composed of twenty of the talented young ladies and gentlemen of Ft. Scott and Pittsburg, and gave a musical at Allen Hall. It was a grand affair and one never to be forgotten by those who attended. The organizers were assisted by their wives Mrs Wilson being a very accomplished musician and Mrs Pierce a contralto singer of great power, and a rare entertainer. The hall was packed to its utmost and at 9:30 the grand march began. At 11 the --- NOW IS THE TIME TO CALL AT THE NEW TOPEKA FISH & OSTER MARKET AND GET THE Best, Largest Oysters and the Finest Fish THAT CAN BE FOUND IN THE CITY Business Chances FOR NEGROES In Kansas City, Mo. If You Have a Few Dollars to Invest You Can See It Grow Here 26th and Highland, 4 room modern brick cottage, just completed $1600,00; $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 McGee St. Both Phone Kansas City, Mo. Topeka Industrial and Educational Institute, THE WESTERN TUSKEGEE. A School For Christian Training. 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No loafer need waste a stamp to answer this ad.—parties must furnish good reference. Call or address. D. CHILES, NOW IS THE TIME TO CALL TOPEKA FISH & AND GET THE Best, Largest Oysters THAT CAN BE FOUND IN THE Independent Phone 1880 Bell Phone 1880 323 KANSAS AVENUE Business 30 Lbs. SUGAR Best Granulated 75¢ BEERING MONEY. We will give you the following prices in your own price. The prices of selling these beers per the agent $7.50 and it will be found in each way as represented and what you could here to pay your warranties (1) that you get be returned to us at our request. (2) that you be returned to us at our request. (3) that you be returned to us at our request. Price Price 20 lb. Sugar best granulated .41.50 .20 ** A & H Soda or our own .20 .20 ** Corn Starch best quality .20 .20 ** Pepper Pure Gr. in tin can .20 .20 ** Clankmon .20 .20 ** Oz. Vainille Extract strictly pure .20 .20 ** Lemon .20 .20 10 bars Castle & G P. Tar Soap (kneach) .1.50 .20 1 lb. Chocolate Bakers Best .30 .20 ** Cocoaanut Shops Best .30 .20 ** Coffee Pure Java and Mocha, roasted 8.10 .1.50 ** Tea Y. H. G. P. or Eng. Break. best .1.50 .1.50 10 hare Lemon or our own .30 .20 3 large cane size Mustard Bardines .30 .20 3-8 lbs. cane Feas. E. J. Pineet .30 .20 1 lbs. Prunes choice Cal .30 .20 ** Rice best Japan .30 .20 ** Rolled Oats Quaker .30 .20 2 Pigs East Foam .19 .20 Price list FREE Grocery, Jewelry Merchants Price $1.50 7.50 Hardware Etc. Our Price 7.50 Your saving $4.25 BEERING MERCANTILE CO. 90 WARAH AVE. CHICAGO, ILL. AT THE NEW OSTER MARKET and the Finest Fish ITY The Plac Wholesale and Retail D. WOOLF Proprietor TOPEKA, KANSAS Chances Mr. Dee Haines, who has been in disposed for the past two months, is slowly improving. Miss Missouri Benning returned home Sunday from a two weeks visit in Kansas City Miss Mary B. Jordan attended the Banks–Adams reception in Kansas City last week. The city Federation of Women's clubs will hold its regular meeting Friday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock January 22nd Special business. Street Commissioner Corvine Patterson of Kansas was here on business. Mr. C. Pritchette of Denver, Colo. spent Friday in the city, en route to Kansas City and his former home in Pleasanton. Mr. Clarence Patterson of Paola arrived in the city this week to spend several weeks. Our genial foreman, Mr. Ira Smith, returned to his post of duty Monday, after spending two weeks with parents in Pleasanton. Miss Ruth Scott entertained Miss Ersa Dorsey of Kansas City and Miss Eva McAdoo at a ten o'clock breakfast New Year's morning. Miss Eva Dorsey was entertained by Miss Cora Knott and Miss Cleo Ware while in the city. She returned home Saturday. Miss Anna Pinkston is very much improved after three weeks' illness at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Kirk Pinkston, 618 Lane street. Messrs Fred Frazier and Harold Robinson of Great Bend spent New Year's day in our city, guests of Mrs Ada Clark Black. Dr. S. M Banks of Kansas City was in our city Monday on business and the guest of Mr. and Mrs Andy Jordan and family. Mrs. Phoebe Atkinson entertained at a four course luncheon Saturnoon the Rose of Sharon club and a few other friends. The occasion was her birthday anniversary. Those present declared the hostess an ideal entertainer. Mr. P. P. Hammond of Junction City spent the holidays in Missisippi visit: 15 brothers and sisters This is Mr. Hammond's first visit to his old home since he left 1880 He had a glorious time. Rev. K. P Bond, who is now located with the A. M. E. church at Globe, Ariz. is doing well and it progressing rapidly with his church work. The people of this town for the first time had a Christmas which was a success. Many valuable presents were given away. The Philohetorian club had an afternoon meeting with Mrs. W. I. Jamison. M. J. L. Harrison was present and favored the club with a paper, "The True Spirit of Giving." Twenty blocks were pieced for a charity quilt Each member was presented a calendar by the hostess. Mr Nolan Clardy of Rossville, accompanied by his mother in law and sister in law, passed through the city Monday, en route home from a visit with the latter in Atchison. Messrs. D. F. Tipton, Emporia, Shobe of Salina, M. A. G, Martin, Holton, McWilliams of Lawrence, T. W. Ball of Leavenworth, W. W. Mrs. Charles Groves of Edwardsville, Fox of Larned, L. Coffee, J. B Rice of Coffeeville, Emery of Lawrence H. C. Davis of McFarland, George Martin of Great Bend are among the number who are attending the Farmers' convention Rav. and Mrs. D. Hickman entertained at a three course dinner on Thursday, complimentary to the latter's sister-in-law, Mrs. J C. B. Lewis of Bogue, and brother-in-law, M. Hicks of Hill City, but who failed to be present on account of sickness Two hostess was assisted by her daughter, Mrs Annie Todd, and her son, Rolly, was complimented by the guests on being an ideal table waiter. At seven o'clock a company of young people were gathered A three course lunch was served them. Music was the principal feature of the evening; and their merry laughter was heard until 10:30 when they departed for their respective homes. All present during the day and evening reported an enjoyable time Mrs. George W. Baskerville, of Mound City, spent a few days in the city this week visiting her husband and watching the law makers Mrs. Baskerville is a sister of our old friend, Tom Greene, of Iola. she is one of the most industrious women in the state. They own one of the the most beautiful farms in that section of the state, and in the "haying time" she mounts a machine and does as much work as any one in the field. She likes out door life—especially hay harvest, and when the time arrives she deserts the house. While here she made this office a pleasant visit WESTERN UNIVERSITY The Great Educaional Institution for Kansas and the West DEPAkMENTS:Theological, College, Normal, Sub-Normal and State Normal Classical, College, Preparatory, Normal, Sub-Normal, Musical (Instrumental and Vocal), including piano, organ and harmony, Drawing (Fine Arts and Mechanical), Carpentry, Printing and Book-Binding, Business Course, Stenography and Typewriting, Tailoring, Dressmaking and Plain Sewing, Cooking, Laundering, Farming and Gardening. Splendid Location, Healthful Good Influences and Thorough Trachers Information For terms, prices and all inducements offered, write to SHELTON FRENCH, A.M., Acting Press Jones: Office Bell West 1498. Residence Bell West 159 Mr. Corvine Patterson, president of the Lincoln Day club, is in the city making big preparations for Lincoln Day banque. Mr. Patterson is street commissioner of Kansas City and a leading politician. Mr. W. T. McKnight returned last week from an extended visit with his parents at Murroesboro, Tenn. This is his birthplace, and this visit was one of great rejoicing, as he had not seen his parents for about twenty-one years. He also visited in Nashville and Memphis. W. F. Webb, one of the efficient employes of the state house was an agreeable caller one day this week. He has served the supreme court for two years and it would please his many friends in this and Wyandotte, his home county, to see him retained. Mrs. Mary Strodder, formerly of this city, but now located in Independence, spent two weeks in the city, the guest of Mrs. E. Ridley. From here Mrs. Strodder will go to Burlingame for a few days. Mr. Milton Coilins, G M. of A. F. and A. M., passed through the city Tuesday, en route to Kansas City. Mr. Collins has been in Hill City, where he set up a lodge. He reports a very delightful trip. Mr. Harvey B Saunders, who for the past ten months has been employed as pharmacist at Lee's Drug store, left Saturday afternoon for Oraha, where he will remain indefinitely. Mr. Saunders' departure is greatly regretted among the gentler sex of this city. Mrs. Mary Bennett of 603 W. Eighth street was hostess Wednesday afternoon at a luncheon for the Ladies' Sewing Circle of St John A. M. E. church. After the regular business of the society was transact ed, the president, Mrs. N Chiles, announced that the election of officers for 1909 would take place, and the result was as follows: president, Mrs. M. Chiles; vice president, Mrs M. Smith; secretary, Miss Mamie Johnson; asa't sec'y, Mrs. J. R Ransom; treasurer, Mrs. Mary Bennett; chaplain, Mrs. Eliza Marion; chair man of modiste committee, Mrs M. Pace; lookout committee, Mrs. Phoe be Atkinson and Mrs. Ella Rolling The secretary and treasurer made their annual reports. Amount raised during the year, $161.76 Mr. D. F. 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BY YOURSELF AND CHILDREN, FUNERAL AND DEATH II. be without LIFE INSURANCE of the ORIENT is duly author Kansas, and is under the Sup't. are bonded in a ... y... Su- D AGENTS. For information national headquarters, Kansas Ave., Topeka, Kansas. Payment of Claims." Pearl McNeal, ERS1TY S. as and the West and State Normal ol of rhe west. Location, Healthful and Thorough Teachers Acting Press Vest 169 Secretary. GOPFEYVILLE ITEMS The trustees of the Bethel church gave a rally December 27th, to reduce their indebtedness. Presiding King preached two able services and the pastor, Rev Brooks, was at his best On Monday evening the rally concluded with an entertainment at Williams hall. The captains of the four clubs reported: Mcdames Lulu Love. No.1, $57 01. Richardson, No.2, $50; Haley, No.3, $82 55; Brooks, No.4, $44 80 and door fees $7., making a total of $43 36. Christmas night Miss Anna Toole have a concert at Bethel church, for the benefit of the trustees, which was a success in every way. On New Years day Mrs. Lula Love entertained at 6 o'clock din. complimentary to Mrs Guy, of France, who was visiting her daught. Mrs. Bell Douglas LATHAM KAS. A. their country seat near Latham, January 1, Miss May, James and Sarah Easter, brothers and sister to Miss Gertrude Easter, gave a beautiful home party in honor of the latter, their youngest sister. Miss Easter first saw daylight in Xenia, Green county, O, where her early girlhood days were spent. I was there that she received her education. After the lapse of some years she moved with the family to the Sunflower state, to a farm where she has resided ever since. She is a brilliant and intelligent young lady, brim-full of wit and humor and well posted in English literature, ancient and modern history and bids fair to rival her sisters in the litera. The dinner table was b.au fully decorated. An arch was formed at each corner,linked and caught up in the center, forming a rainbow, and supooded from this was a circle of little lighted candles, illuminating the whole room. The table fairly ground beneath the good things, the bill of fare including: Oyster soup, roast turkey with dressing, potatoes, pickles, macarons, crack- err, mlad, cranberry sauce, candies, cakes and lemonade. Among the invited guests were: Mores Clayburn and J. Bell and wives, Misses F. and Bessie Easter. Jonah Easter and Master Jonah Easter, of Coffeyville, were also of these present. This, with many wishes of a happy New Year, closed the important event. WESTERN UNIVERSITY. The cold weather has given the boys a chance to use the ice skates and lay aside their roller skates. Mandanes Rev W. H. Peck and Clarkson of Los Angeles, Cali. and Editor Chater A Franklin of Denver, visited the institution on last Friday and inspected the departments. All were deeply impressed with the effective work we are doing here for the young Negroes of the West. Editor Franklin addressed the students in the chapel and impressed upon them that success, contentment and happiness come from developing our inner soul faculties by usefulness and helpfulness to our fellowman. Opportunities come only to men and women who make preparation for them. The very latest triumph in origi nal music was played by the compo ser, Miss Viola Kinney, in chapel, last Thursday morning. It received the hearty endorsement of students and teachers. 'The beautiful selec tion,' The Mother's Sacrifice,' was compo ssed for the Inter-State prize, but it was impossible for Miss Kinney to attend. It has been dedic ated to her mother, who has so faithfully stood behind her in her school days. ing to make a trip out into the state under the leadership of Professor Jackson. The University band has received an offer to fill an evening's concert at the Opera House in Coffeyville, Kansas. BLUE RAPIDS. Miss Maria Overstreet, who has been attending K U., gave a musical at the methodist church Jan. 5. Miss Hettle Overstreet visited in Bigcow during the holidays. Lulu Walker returned to Junction City to continue her music class after spending the holidays at home Mrs James Redd and daughter, of Oklahoma, have been visiting her parents, C H Burdette and wife. Isaiah Walker and wife entertained a number of friends at 6 o'clock dinner, Tuesday evening. Hettie Burdette, who has completed her studies in a course of nursing, is now at home An enjoyable evening was reported from the party at the home of Mr Hollifield and wife, Monday night. Mrs Seymour and Fletcher of Atchison, Mrs Moran of Frankfort, Mr Burnside and wife of Onaga, were guests of C H Burdette and wife during the holidays. 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Creditors and all other interested in the aforesaid estate, are hereby notified that I shall apply to the Probate Court in and for said County, sitting at the Court House in and for said County, Kansas, on the 13th day of February. A. D. 1909, for a full and final settlement of said estate. Dated Topeka, Kausaa, Jan'y 5th, 1909. RORENT STONE Administrator of the estate of Rebecca G. Hughes, deceased. First published January 8th,'oo. SHE·1FF'88ALE. In the District Court of Shawnee County, State of Kansas. Marion ShelJen. Plaintiff. A. F. Bates and J. G Defendant Sloneker. Adm. By virtue of an execution issued to me, out of said District Court, in the above entitled action, I will, on Monday, the 15th day of February, A. 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