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NE TOPEKA PLAINDEALER etty individual silent harrow VOLUME XI. The Negroes o NEGRO FARMERS ARE GROWING The Sunflower Agricultural Holds Best Meeting in its History-Organization Has Grown in Numbers and Wealth. The ninth annual meeting of the Sunflower Agricultural association held in this city last week was a success. The organization is growing rapidly. There were over forty farmers present, representing more than 6,000 acres of land and thousands of dollars in stock, grain and implements. The colored farmers of Kansas are being aroused to a sense of duty. They know that the farm is the place to get a start and they are advocating it. The young colored men are beginning to get interested. There were more at this meeting than at any since its organization. The association has purchased 160 acres of land near Kansas City to be platted in ten acre tracts for truckers and those who wish to live in the country. During the three days session several papers were read on farm im provement. Robert L. Woods of Strong City, a single young man, who has a large mule ranch and knows the business, told them about the raising of mules, more land and alfalfa. J. F. Buchanan spoke on wheat growing. He is one of the largest growers around Great Bend. Rice and Coffey of Frankfort, two of the most successful farmers in Marshall county, told how an all around farmer can succeed. Mrs, R. P. Brown of Dunlap dis cussed the dairy and its advantages She told them how to get good but and how to make it pay. C. D. Patterson of Paola, who farms over 300 acres told about the corn testing. He is a young man who took hold after the death of his father and is carrying the farm on to success. His mother and two sisters assist him. We need more young men like him. The association adjourned to meet in June. A banquet was held at the Wash am hotel Friday evening for the farmers The following officers were elected: President, C. A. Groves. Edwards ville; 1st vice president, J R Rogers, Princeton; 2nd vice president, Mrs. N. L French, Kansas City; 3d vice president, George I Martin, Great Bend; 4th vice president W. T. Turner, Topeka; sec'y Arthur Emery, Lawrence; treasurer J G. Groves, Edwardville; member of executive committee, C D. Patterson, Paola. Keep on, Sunflower Agriculturist; open the eye of the colored brother in the city; wake him, shake him up. G. A. Groves, the president, and Arthur Emery, the secretary, are O. K, and are going ahead strengthening the order. DR. WILSON'S VISIT. Rev. E. Arlington Wilson, president of the Baptist State convention has returned from Texarkana, Ark where he spent several days with his parents. This is his birthplace. He speaks despairingly of the out TOPEKA, KANSAS, FRIDAY MORNING, JAN. 22. 1969. [Name not visible in the image] REV. H. W. WHIPE, D. D., First Pastor of the Central Baptist Church, North Topeka. look for the masses of the colored people in that section of the United States. The poor whites are no better, but continue to impose on the poor blacks Notwithstanding all of these outraga, a few are getting along nicely, buying homes and farms. His father owns some good property and enjoys good health for his age. Rev. Wilson preached to several hundred people and they wanted him to stay. He says that the colored people appreciate a man of the race who can enlighten them and show them the road to progress. He says there were more brave men among them, men of courage. Rev. Wilson held revival services at the Western Tuskegee. The entire school is now converted and connected with some church. REV. H. W. WHITE, D. D., F. Church, North Topeka. BUILDING A CHURCH! Rev. H. W. White has begun his financial plan for the year. He will enlarge his church and make room for the many people that congregate there every Sunday. He has paid the church all out of debt, seated it with nice pews, put in a nice choir stand and good lights. His work has been wonderful. Last year he used every effort to build up his church. He preached in his revival for five weeks last spring and had an addition to the church of forty five members. He is an untiring pastor, attends all the prayer meetings, Sunday school and every department on his church work. The church raised during the year 1906 $1400 The church paid him a salary of $90 per month last year At the church Thursday night a full report of the church work was made, after paying all the debts of the church there was left in the treasury $300, which was due the pastor for the months of November A CONVERTED SCHOOL. In accordance with its usual custom the Industrial Institute observed its week of prayer—the first week in January. The season of prayer was blessed with the manifestation of the Holy Spirit and resulted in the conversion of twenty three young people, which gives them an entirely Christian institution. The season of prayer was in charge of the various religious organizations of the school which delight in service for the Master. The institute was blessed with the presence of Dr. E. A. Wilson, Ph. B, president of the State Baptist convention, who assisted in the meeting two days. For several years Dr. Wilson has devoted his time to special work among young people and is always as a power for righteousness. The many friends of the institute through out the state rejoice in the conversion of the entire student body. First Pastor of the Central Baptist and December. The church voted that it be paid to the pastor to clear up the salary for the year. He then donated $100 to the church, for which the church was very grateful. Then the church voted to pay him $100 per month. We will not allow him to do more for the church than we will do for him. The church gave him a handsome suit of clothes for Nmas The Mt / on church of Manhattan exe let him a call for only one Sunday in a month, at $20 per month. They want a minister who can build them up and they are willing to pay for it. Rev White will enlarge their church this year. He has already begun a rally for them to raise $300 the fourth Sunday in March. Large congregations gather every Sunday he goes there, white as well as colored come to hear him preach. His intellectual ability and honest Christian heart prepares him for the great work he has done in the past and in the future. His instructions the church is to let the scam of love and the hem of kindness remain in the Christian garmer t of the church at the church meeting Thursday night. Mrs. M. D Jones is spending a few days in the city. BOARD MEETING. The Executive Board of the Kansas Baptist State convention will meet with the Sardis Baptist church, Coffeyville, Kan, January 28-29, 09. All district associations. Baptist churches and mission circles in the state are expected to be represented at this meeting. If you find that you cannot be present in person, please represent by letter. Send all money to C. G Fishback, Cor, Sec'y, general delivery, Coffeyville, Kansas. E. AKLINGTON WILSON, President C. G FISHBACK, Cor Sec'y. LEAVENWORTH The N U G club met with Mrs B F Sharp on last Wednesday, those present being Mesdames J G Bowers of Lansing, Bright, Bell, Webb and Miss M E Merritt, head nurse of Mitchell hospital. Mesdames Hardin and Dandy were kept away by illnese. Next meeting will be with Mrs R T Bright. KANSAS CITY, KANSAS. Rev M Collins left on Friday for Lexington to hold quarterly. Miss H V Andrews visited her friends in Leavenworth last week William Moss and wife have returned from Lexington, where they visited relatives and friends. They were accompanied home by their brothers. Harvey and Silas Parker, who visited them for some days. Mrs Hall of Omrha, is visiting her parents, Mr Newman and wife. Beatrix and Georgia Taylor of Leavenworth were in the city last week, visiting Mrs Tillie 17 More. The Choral society is doing nicely under the training of Prof Tyler. The Midwinter exercises will be held in the public school building Friday at 2 p.m. There will be several ready for High school on Monday and much credit is due to our teachers who are doing excellent work. YALE, KANS. There were two funerals at the Hebron Baptist church on Saturday—those of S. Grayson and Richard Evans. Rev Porter officiated. Mrs Johnson was in Pittsburg yesterday, also, Mrs Bell Cobb; on Monday, Mrs BG Jackson and on Sunday, Elli May Jackson, Arthur Jackson, and Arthur Hubbard. Mrs Nettle Hudson was in Pittsburg Sunday, visiting Bro Montgomery, who is still quite ill. L. W, Gas and John Glenn and Mr Monday were in town Saturday. Mrs George Baker is on the sick list. George Baker was in Pittsburgh, on business Saturday. Bertha and Ruth Gopher were to spend Sunday with their parents. Mrs E E Glenn has been on the sick list We had our first snow Sunday and have had a white carpet all the week. LAWRENCE, KANSAS. Dr J C Kenner has purchased the Watson property at 831 Vermont, and contemplates erecting a 2 story office building. Miss Zipporah Joseph, a popular NUMBER 4 teacher of Kansas City. Mo., and Messrs Parks and Pritchett of Denver, were guests of Mabel Gleed on Sunday last. Ray Williams of Great Bend, left here Tuesday to attend the Farmers' convention in Topeka Stewardess board of the St Luke church met last moaday afternoon with Mrs Lucy Lillard. The ladies of the Sierra Leone club gave a delightful sleighing party thursday afternoon from 4 to 6, the sleigh, holding 21, leaving the King hotel promptly at 4. The club met on Thursday with Mrs Ben Hawkins, and the following officers were elected: Mesdames C C James president, R L King and AnnaJohnson vice presidents, A Scott King recording secretary, Victoria Cloud corresponding secretary, M. Young treasurer, Lillie Carter instructress, Lucy McBrown treasurer of charity fund, S. Snowden historian. Alice Myers has gone to Chicago for a visit. James Moore is suffering with rheumatism. Elder J C Dickens of Kansas City, visited Lawrence last week with a view of organizing an M E church here. The Sunday Forum has elected the following officers: Dr. F D G Harvey president, Minn & Thornton vice-pres, Mrs Scott King secretary, Minn Alice Miller assistant, Min Geek King treasurer, Rev. B. A. Smith chaplain. Beatrice Hoyt left monday evening for Chicago. HILL CITY, KANS Our Grand Master, C. H. M. Colinns left Kansas City on Friday, the 8th, reaching Hill City at 9 p.m. He was met at the depot by James Seward and Rev J W Johnson and was taken to the parsonage of the latter where he spent a few hours talking over the past, as he and Rev Johnson have been in lodge work together before, and then retired, Saturday morning He took in the town, and enjoyed meeting many old friends of his father, who was at one time presiding elder of this district.. At 7:30 p.m. he entered the hall on Pomeroy avenue, where the Nicodemus lodge had gathered to lent a strong hand in the great and noble work, which at 8:30 began the institution of 21 members. The work was enjoyed by the candidates at war most satisfactory to all. . The captain of the No.1 of Rev. Johnson's church spared no pain in having the best entertainment ever given in the city. At 12 all went from labor to refreshment and the committee of management, Sisters Emma R Schathely, R M Johnson and Sophia Johnson, certainly worked faithfully and to the delight of all. After the support the brethren returned to the hall to resume labor which was completed at 7.30 a.m. The following are the officers elected for J W John o. Lodge No. 32: Rev J W Johnson, W M; A. Wheeler, S W. James Steward, I W; regular communication first and third Thursday nights each month. At 3 p.m. Mr. Collins, Rev. Johnson and wife were invited guests of Lawyer L. W. Styers and wife and at 7.30 they made their way to St Paul a m church, where the grand warer delivered a fine address on the theme, Got Something", Rev J D Wilson following in fervent prayer. Thus closed the labors of Rev Collins here: pray one and all for our success. TheTopeka Plaindealer. ADVERTISING RATES PER MONTH $2.00 PER INCH. SUBSCRIPTION RATE: One year by mail ... $1.50 Nine Months by mail ... $1.00 Three months by mail ... .60 sistered at the Postoffice at Lopeks as Second class Mail Matter FRIDAY JAN. 22 1909. ```markdown ``` ANNOUNCEMENTS D. R. Simpson announces himself a candidate for Concord from the Fifth ward, subject to the Primary, March 6th And for all others himself a candidate for Clerk of the Fifth court, subject to the Republic and the areas Capt. J. Wintrode announces himself a candidate for reelection as Marshall of the City Court, subject to the Republic primaries OHTGER KIRK PINKSTON is entitled to the Carnegie hero medal for rescuing several lives during the burning of the Copeland. Also $50,000 in bonds which Webb McNall had in his charge. Mr. Pinkston served on No. 3 Fire department for years. Let's see what the public will do in this case. The laboring men will remember Joe Dolley, their enemy. He is against the working men. He is their arch enemy. He says the laboring men are not entitled to receive good wages at easy work, as he who gets six dollars per day as speaker to fight the laboring men. THE Colored people of the South are away behind the sun as well as time. They will lose their good oppo tunity if they don't call on President-elect Taft and present the bright and dark side of life for the race. The colored politicians should look after the welfare of the masses which would insure better times and more paying positions. The Southern white man is playing his part and taking advantage of his opportunity. Mr. Taft should be taken to the Southern planter's home and on his plantation and shown the colored farmer's home and how his family is cared for, the contempible, dingy school room with almost no teacher at all; in fact, he should see the South as it really is today. These possum suppers and dinner parties do not represent true conditions in that locality. PROCLAMATION. Topeka, Jan 14, 1903. WHEREAS- On the 12th day of February of each year it has been the custom of the citizens of Kansas and all states of the Union to celebrate the anniversary of the immortal Abraham Lincoln; Therefore: Be it known to all, that on the 12th day of February, 1909, the citizens of Kansas will assemble themselves in the city of Topeka for the purpose of celebrating the One Hundredth Anniversary of that Immortal Sunt. The members of the "Kansas Lincoln Day Club" will come all visitors at this anniversary. Attest:—C. C. LYLE, Sec. For further information see the programmes. Dr A. M. Edwards is doing fine work in the city as physician and surgeon. Mrs Edward Taylor has been ill at her home but is much improved. Mrs Wm Seymore underwent an operation at Omaha General Hospital and is getting along nicely. Mrs. Nellie Hunt, of Atchison, spent a few weeks here visiting her daughter, Mrs T R Reynolds, and Mrs Minns. Mrs K Puryear of Topeka, who is visiting her son, G J Puryear, has been quite ill but is much better. The Progressive club was entertained on Thursday afternoon by the president, Mrs L C Smith, with a children's party. All the ladies were attired in short dresses. The out of town guests were, Merdames Te Van of Kansas City, Fisher of Parsons, and Mr and Mrs Tribue. of Kansas City. Harvey B Saunders is making his home with J G Pegg until he can get permanently settled. Rev Dr J A Brugman was unable to be in his pulpit Sunday on account or illness. Rev G W Wright of Mt Moriah Baptist church is holding a series of meetings. R E Burnett and wife are the proud parents of a baby girl. Mrs A Stroud entertained a few friends on Friday night, covers be- being loud for twelve. Games and music were features of the evening. Mrs James Stewart returned to Batavia, Ill., to bury her husband. The Overalls are remodeling their beautiful home on Lake street On account of the cold weather the attendance at the churches on Sunday was small. LINCOLN INSTITUTE. President Allen announces that he is able to supply a number of poor but deserving men and women with work in various Jellerson City homes, where they will also have an opportunity to attend the institute and gratify their desire for an education. Some of the best students the institution has graduated, including Registrar Vernon, Judge Bradley, Dr Wilberforce Williams and numerous others, were self-supporting while here, and row may be found at the top of their various callings, mainly because of that same grit and energy that characterized them during their student days. For further information in regard to the matter of homes for deserving young men and women, address Dr B. F. Allen, Lincoln Institute, Jefferson City, Mo. OSAGE CITY. Presiding Elder Ransom preached at Pleasant View December 31, and baptized one person. We have 10 members at this point, holding our services in the school house as we have no church. Brio. J. Welcher, however, one of the trustees, has donated an acre of land valued at 475, and the ten members have raised $240 to build a house of worship. January 1 the presiding elder was at Council Grove and preached the message to a crowded house and many came forward for prayer. On January 2nd, he was in Osage City, lecturing on Quindaro and the duties of parents towards children. Sunday morning at 11, he preached on the beauty of the Lord's honeys Rev A Fankler and his members came down on 113 and he delivered the message at 3 p.m. In the evening the pastor, Rev. A. Thomas preached the closing sermon. Then came a contest between the leaders, Miss Leanna Williams being awarded the prize, a beautiful pitcher and bowl. The collection for the day was £22 23; full membership on the circuit 33; amount raised for all purposes during the year #430. Miss Leanna Williams returned to Quindaro January 9th, much to the regret of her many friend. She was tendered a reception January 6 at the home of her cousins, Leonard Irvin and wife, at Burlingama. PUBLICATION NOTICE In the District Court of Shawnee County, Kansas. Elsie Vogel, Plaintiff, vs Martin Vogel, Defendant, The defendant, Martin Vogel, is hereby notified that he has been seized in the District Court of Shawnee County, Kansas, for divorce and custody of child, by the plaintiff, on the grounds of abandonment and gross neglect of duty and unless he appears and answers or pleads to the petition filed by the plaintiff in said court on or before the 15th day of February, 1909 the allegations and averments in said petition will be taken as true and judgment entered divorcing the plaintiff from the defendant, and for the custd of the minor child. By J R McNARY, Her Attorney Attest; R L THOMAS. [SEAL.] Clerk District Court First published Jan'y 1st, 1909 Mrs. A. C. M'Clelland, Shampooing and Massaging. Braids for Sale or made to Order. Hair Dressing and Straightening A Specialty. Call at 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 Dr: J. M. Jamison, Physician and Surgeon. Examining Physician of the night and Ladies of Protection: Special attention to diseases of women and private diseases Office and Residence: 327 Madison Street. JOPEKA, 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 770 Calls Answered Day and Night. Residence 1545 Van Huren 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. Opon day and night Carbondale Mineral Water can he had by writing A. McAdoo, who will deliver it at your door. This water is splendid a perfect health restorer, and all persons drinking "Carbondale Mineral Water" are sure to derive benefits. WANTED.—Man and family to work on truck farm. Good place for people who will work. His wife also has a splendid opportunity to raise chickens on the shares. No family too large, will furnish a good big house and plenty of work for the children in the summer. All can earn money, and also have the benefit of good public schools, church and Sunday school. No lover need waste a stamp to answer this ad.—putter must furnish good reference. Call or ad- dress. D Curtis, Caro Plaindealer, Iopaka, Kw. FRANK R. Funeral Director and Fine Ambulance in connect bodies for shipping and Society w the city for holding funerals. 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Invest You Can See It Grow Here modern brick cottage, just completed a month; rents for $15,00. bigall, 4 modern residences ranging well for small payment down, bal- l and the rent will almost carry the coming houses, hotels, Restaurants, measures for the people who really cheerfully furnished OYMENT & REALTY CO. Educational Institute IN TUSKEGEE. For Christian Training. The Plac Wholesale and Retail D. WOOLF Proptictor TOPEKA, KANSAS Kansas City, Mo. Local and Personal Misses Sallin and Tennie Patterson of Paola, visited in the city last week. Miss Ida May Groves of Edwards ville spent last week in the city at tending the farmers' convention. Mr. Chester Franklin of Denver, Colorado stopped over in Topeba en route to Kansas City, where he is looking for a location. The Carnation Art club will meet Saturday afternoon with Mrs G. M. Wallace, 1217 Buchanan street. Mr Lui's G. Gregory, an attor of Washington, D. C, was in the city this week and was admitted to practice before the supreme court. --- The T. S. C. club will dance at Metropolitan hall Thursday evening. February 11th Music will be furnished by Steinberg's orchestra. Rev. W. H. Housley was in Atchison last week conducting a meeting for Rev. W. T. Biggers, from which much good resulted. Prof Lee Northington, bandmaster for the Parker Amusement Co., is in the city for a short stay having just closed a successful season. He may organize a band for Jake Lacey's show. Little Tressa Napeau, who was badly burned about a month ago, died at the home of her mother on Tuesday and was buried in Rochester cemetery Friday. Rev. White preached the funeral. Miss Eva Garrett returned from Manhattan Monday, where she had gone to enter college, but owing to a misunderstanding of the long and short term, she will take the short term next fall. Mr. Elias McPherson of Somerset was in the city last week attending the Sunflower Agricultural association. He is a successful farmer, owning 140 acres of good farm land and has four colored men in his employe. He raises cattle, hogs, wheat oats and corn He has a wife and two children. --- Macedonia Tabernacle No. 93 is progressing nicely under the supervision of Mrs Jordan. The daughters are all in peace and harmony. They have two sick daughters, Dts. Nancy Restorick and Kizzie Puryear; the latter is sick in Omaha, Neb. Daughter Nannie White has been quarantined with small pox, but at this writing is out The entertainment which the daughters gave on the 7th was a success and they are looking forward to another one in the near future. "The Lord of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our refuge."—Psalm 46:7. --- Dr. Sylvester Banks of Kansas City and Miss Emma Adams of Nashville, Tenn., were married in that city Wednesday, December 30th, 1908. Dr. Banks is one of Kansas City's best known physicians, a man of excellent reputation and a good citizen. Having been reared and educated in Kansas City, we are especially proud of him. Miss Adams is one of Nashville's most popular and accomplished young ladies, having been a teacher in the city for several years. It will be remembered that Miss Adams visited Dr and Mrs G. E. Horsey some years ago in this city. Dr. and Mrs Banks will be at home after Jan'y 26th, at their beautiful home, 841 New Jersey avenue. We wish them a long, happy and successful life. Miss Cora Weddington underwent an operation this week at Stormont hospital. Miss Lillie Jones of Chicago Ill., is here visiting her cousin, Miss Hattle Harper. Miss Letitia Carson and Mrs. Rosa Jackson left Thursday for Lawrence to attend the board meeting of the Household of Ruth. Mrs. Georgia Carson and niece, Bessie Palmer returned last week, after an extended visit in Colorado. BELATED NEWS. On Wednesday evening, December 30th, 1908, the Happy Hour Literary and Social club met at the home of Mr. John James. About fifty guests were present and partook of the delicious four course dinner which the country maids and irons had prepared. Everything was lovely, and prepared in the wholesome manner of which only country women are capable of preparing things. After dinner the guests were entertained by instrumental and vocal music, choice readings and a debate. Resolved: That the City Boy has Better Advantages than the Country Boy." Affirmative, John Davis, Miss Adah James; Negative, Homer James, Miss Frances Jamison Such well known farmers as Mr John James, Mr Jamison and Mr. Porter were the honorable judges and duly decided in favor of the negative At a late hour the guests departed for their various homes. The club will meet at the residence of Mr John Davis at Kilmeet this week. To whom it may concern: I wish to give public expression to my opinion of Mr. Ira G. Harris of the Neighbors of the Hearthstone Some time since I was insured with Mr. Harris and Co. for $5 each per week. I was badly hurt and drew $2215 from Mr. Harris and $11,10 from the Co. I make this public statement, as I consider that the Neighbors is the fairest sick benefit and I want people to know the truth. Respectful'y. Formerly of Topeka, now pastor of the People's M. E. church, Colorado springs, Colo. FIRST AFRICAN BAPPIST CHURCH. The morning service was fairly well attended, but very few attended the evening service, as they knew there would be no way to make the room comfortable. Rev. Carr preached at 11 a. m., a very interesting sermon from Romans 8: 1. The meeting of the B Y P U. was the only evening service. The subject, "Temperance," was discussed and a vocal solo by Willis Jenkins and an instrumental piece by Miss Jackson completed the program. The B. Y. P. U., organized the first of the year. has the following officers: George Nichols, president; Mrs. A. R Jackson, vice president; Earl De France; sec'y, Miss Iza Sawyer, assistant sec'y; Miss Daisy Stonestreet; treasurer; A. R. Jackson, chorister, Miss Zenola Jackson, pianiste. "Not a Man in the House," a drama, will be presented on the 26th by the Pi Beta Phi All are invited to attend PRAISES THE NEIGHBORS Oskaloosa, Kans To whom it may concern:— I have just drawn ten dollars from the Neighbors of the Hearthstone. I thank them for their reliability. The money certainly came in handy, Everyone ought to carry benefits. Yours respectfully. MRS. I ULY COTTON WESTERN UNIVERSITY Quindaro, Kansas. The Great Educaional Institution for Kansas and the West DEPARTMENTS:-Theological, College, Normal, Sub-Normal and State Normal. Leading and Best Industrial School of rhe west 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 Chorist Good Influences and Thorough Teachers. Information For terms, prices and all inducements offered, write to SHELTON FRENCH, A.M., Acting Press. Jones: Office Bell West 1418. Residence Bell West 159 Mr. David Tipton of Emporia, came to look after the remains of his friend, Ike Lambert. As soon as the fire department quit throwing water, late in the evening, he had the ruins lighted with electric lights and hired men to look for the body, which was discovered within a short time. He also found his gold watch and chain and the handle to his grip. The Ladies Sewing circle met with Mrs. D. C. Scott Wednesday afternoon. A very excellent lunch was served and the hostess and her assistants were highly complimented Mrs Manzilla joined the circle Mrs T. J. Williams, Mrs. Mosceley and R. V. Harris were visitors. The circle will meet next week with Mrs J. S. Brashers, 516 Taylor street, at 3 o'clock, p.m. A cordial welcome is extended to all. --- Much credit is due William Jenkins, the night watchman at the Copeland hotel for the heroic work which he did in saving the lives of many of the guests while thy flames raged. He should be rewarded if the legislature wants to do something commendable—look after William Jenkins and Kirk Pinketon. PUBLICATION NOTICE In the District Court of Shawnee County, State of Kansas. No. 25 292 Lucy Coleman, Plaintiff, vs Paul Coleman, Defendant. State of Kansas to Paul Coleman: State of Kansas to Paul Coleman: You will take notice that Lucy Coleman on the 18th day of January, 1909, filed her petition for a divorce in the District Court of Shawnee County, State of Kausas, cause, abandonment, adultery, and gross neglect of duty. Unless you answer on or before the 12th day of March, 1909, said petition will be taken as true and a decree will be granted, pursuant to the prayer there. in state 1. Attest: R. L. THOMAS, [sFAI] Clerk District Court. First published Jan,y 22nd, 09. JUNCTIGN CITY, KAN. After many difficulties between the members of the Second Baptist church, Rev. Brascoe was called to quell the trouble. He is a fine gentleman has been highly recommended. We think the church will prosper under his leadership. A B. Y P. U was organized with Mrs I Parkins as president and Miss Maggie Mason, sec'y. The presiding elder held quarterly meeting at the A M. E. church Sunday. There was a very good attendance owing to the bad weather FREE' FREE' Men and women send for our $100 Reward Offer Agents wanten in Kansas and Oklahoma. Send for Perfectly Pleased policy holders letters of thanks from Kansas. Best sick, accident funeral benefits. NEIGHBORS OF THE HEARTHSTONE. ORG OF THE HEARTHSTONE. Dept 6, Kansas City, Mo. 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The Sierra Leone club met with Mrs Anna Johnson, Tuesday at 3 pm he report from the delegates to the Inter-State Literary was a glowing one and full of interest. The many friends of Mrs Caddie Whitman, of Atlanta, Gt., are much pained to learn of her serious illness. Mrs C C James is quite ill. On New Years eve Miss Myrtle West and Earle Young went to Lewenworth where they spent several days as guests of Prof West and wife. Pref S P McDonald of Philadelphia, with the Midland Jubilee Singers, was the guest last wee kof Miss Marea Overstreet, of K.U. He registered at the King hotel. Miss Huttie Carney of Kansas City, Mo., was the guest of Mrs G Gregg for a few days while she was in Lawierce. Messrs W S Wood of Nebraska, William Parks of Denver, Walter Mc Donald graduate of Law class 1907, Kansas University, now practicing law in Kansas City, Kansas, wrote welcome visitors in Lawrence this week. Re: M Brown, pastor St Luke's A M l church, has started his revival: meeting and is meeting with success, having two converts and several seekers. ```markdown ``` William Fields, formerly of this place, but later of Wolf Creek, Mont, departed this life the first week in January. His relatives here, Benj. Ellis and Mrs. Gratton Gregg, were wired the sad news this week. He leaves a wife and a number of relatives and friends to mourn his loss. Rev Jas L Waddington preached at the Warren street Baptist church on Sunday. He is an able speaker. The Oread club, composed of coloored young men students of Kansas University, and some of the young men of Lawrence, gave a smoker in honor of James A. Butler, a former student of the University, and Glen Watkins of Topeka. On Saturday evening the same club gave an informal dance for W. Woods, the Negro star on the University of Nebraska basket ball team. He is one of the several Negro students who have starred in athletics at the University. In the two games here with the University of Kansas he showed that he was surpassed by none of his white opponents. He graduates this spring from the Scientific Department. The skating rink for the colored people has closed on a count of the cold weather. The white man who runs it would not allow the colored people as long as he could get the white; now our young people crowd there and pay him 25 cents apiece to skate. We hope it will remain closed ATCHISON, KANS. Rey W. T. Biggers has begun a series of meetings at the A.M.E. Church Rev. Christian of Lawrence, and O'Dley of Topeka, assisting Members and friends are all invited. Mrs. Nellie Hunt is visiting her daughter, Mrs. Reynolds, and Mrs. Minnis at Omaha. Mr. Evans and daughter Nellie, of Lawrence, spent an Sunday on South Seventh street, with Samuel Brown and wife. Miss Emma Mottlows, Winifred Morgan and Mr Fred Jackson at tended the Schlitz bell at St Joseph Thursday evening. The many friends of Junius Witton will be glad to know that he is able to be out again. Fourth street restaurant, will occupy the room under the T E Hall, and will be glad to see all customers there. Mrs Martha Brown, wife of Henry Brown, died at her home, west of Forest Park, Saturday evening, from paralysis. Funeral was held from the residene at 2) o'clock Mon day, interment at Oak Hill. A. C. Clora died last Monday, of pneumonia, after an illness of six weeks He is survived by his wife and one son. Funeral occurred on Thursday, from Shiloh church, Rev Blake in charge. YALE, KANSAS. The H. H. of Ruth had a nice time December 28, taking in 55.17. A. E. Tindell and Miss Laura Gilnar were united in marriage on Sunday evening at 4 o'clock, by Rev J. T Mondie. Mr Grayson is very low. Mr King met his death at No.31, January 6 h Mesdames Nettie Hudson and Minnie Yarborough have been on the sick list this week. Sidney Gilmore has moved to Curranville. Saturday the 9th, was pay day. Prof F Finley spent the holidays with his parents at Chetopa Our school opened Monday and a good attendance is reported. John Yarborough presented his wife with a nice horse and buggy as a Christmas gift. Mrs Gopher's girls are attending school in Pittsburg this term. Mr Monday presented his wife with a nice piano. EMPORIA, KANSAS. Mrs M B. Lewis of Savannah, Ga., is visiting her sister, Mrs Helm. Daniel Weeks and wife entertained at supper in honor of Mrs Lewis. Miss Zelphia Elmore has returned to her home in Kansas City after a week's visit with Mrs T A Allen. Miss Edith Snow and Mrs. Rich have returned home from visits with friends and relatives in Kansas City. J W Watkins of Hastings, Nebr., is visiting his aunt, Mrs Helm Revival is being conducted at St. James Baptist church by Rev J. C. Carr, of Topaka Henrietta Love has returned from a visit with Mrs Beck, of Atchison. Mrs. M. B Rich entertained in honor of Rev Mrs Lewis and J. w. 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Dated Topeka, Kansas, Jan'y 5th, 1909. RORERT STONE: Administrator of the estate of Rebecca G. Hughes, deceased. First published January 8th, '09. SHERIFF'S SALE. In the District Court of Shawnee County, State of Kansas. Marion Shelden, Plaintiff, vs A. H. Bates and Jt. G. Defendant Sloneker, Adm. By virtue of an execution issued to me, cut of said District Court, in the above entitled action, I will, on Monday, the 15th day of February, A. D. 199 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: Lots 34 36 and 38 on Beacon street, Daniels' subdivision of the city of Topeka, lying and situae in Shawnee County, State of Kansas, The above described real estate is taken as the property of A H Bates, now deceased, and will be sold with out appraisement to satisfy said execution Sheriff of Shawnee County, Kansas. By J D NORTON, Under Sheriff. M. P LAVCOE Att'y for plaintiff First published Jan'y 15th, 1909 SHERIFF'S SALE. In the District Court of Shawnee County, State of Kansas. Marion helden, Plaintiff J A Wilkins, Defendant. By virtue of an invention issued to me out of said District Court, in the above entitled action, I will, on Monday, the 15th day of February. A D, 1909, at ten o'clock, a m. 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