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TOPEKA PLAINDEALER State Historical Journal Defends Lincoln Institute. Jefferson City Tribune. The Jefferson City Post seems to be "doing things" these days. It paid its respects to the state university a few weeks ago, and finding that it did not create the sensation it had hoped, it turned its gun on the Negro school, Lincoln Institute, right here in Jefferson City. The criticism is as untrue as it is ridiculous. We venture the assertion that whoever wrote the article has never visited the school and knows absolutely nothing about conditions there except what a few disgruntled Negroes or peanut politicians have told him. It may be a matter of information to the Post to know that the lawmakers of Missouri know more or at least as much about Lincoln Institute as the know about any other school in Missouri. At every session members of the house and senate with their wives and friends, visit the school, inspect its work and encourage the Negroes by their good words and support. We took occasion to investigate and find that the men who have composed the board of regents for the past six years have been as good as the state affords. Among them we note ex Lieutenant Governor A H. Boite, Judge Louis D. Hoffman of Sedalia, Hugh K. Rea, a prominent lawyer of Kansas City; Prof. Caivin M. Woodward of Washington university, Dr. A. Ross Hill, president of state university, State Superintendent of Public Schools Prof. W. T Carrington Prof W. T Carrington, Prof H A Gass, the present incumbent in that office, Mr E S Wilson of Mexico, industrial agent of the C. and A railroad; Mr Richard Smith of Fulton, Mr. E. S Emory of Elv and Mr. D. C McClung of Jefferson City, Mo To say that men of the callie of those would "run the school in the ground" and make it a "miserable failure" and be accused of "n alleasance" in office, is preposterous and an insult to their honor and dignity. During the past six years the student body has increased from about 200 to 600, the faculty from eleven to twenty three and the standard along all lines raised to such a pitch that it stands almost alone among the schools for Negroes, supported by the states. Industrial work has been emphasized and made compulsory even for those who take the normal course. At the Louisiana Purchase exposition Lincoln Institute received as high a reward for its industrial and literary exhibit as any school in Missouri. GOVERNOR Folk in an address before the N. gov. teachers' association which act in the court house here, said that he regarded Lincoln Institute as one of the best schools in the state. Ex secretary of State John E. Swanger has been an interested visitor and friend of the school and has presented the diplomas on two different occasions. He made the public statement that Lincoln Institute has made wonderful progress since he has been in Jefferson City and is one of the best schools in the state. It is a well known fact that the regents have placed special emphasis on industrial work. All the teachers in the shops have come from Tuskegee where they were TOPEKA, KANSAS, FRIDAY MORNING, FEB. 26, 1909. employed by Boster F. Washington as teachers there and could be secured only by oering better salary than they were receiving. To help the Negro schools of the state, the regents organized a summer school and the teachers of the state have come to it from St. Louis St. Joseph, Kansas (City), Sedalia Springfield, Joplin and other places just to get the industrial work The teachers employed have been imported from Hampton Institute and from Tuskegee where they are employed during the regular session. If the Post will take the time to visit the school it will find that the teachers there are very much in touch with Booker T Washington and his plans and in many instances they have improved upon him. Don't form snap shot judgment, on Lincoln Institute Give them a "square deal" Go out and investigate Remember it takes money to run an industrial school Tuskegee has about 1600 students and spends annual y about $200,000 for support. Lincoln Institute with about 600 students is maintained on $54 000 for two years. Tuskegee is not a state school and is free from so much outside meddling Give Lincoln Institute Booker Washington's chances and we shall not be afraid of the comparison C. E. VOORHEES. One of the best custodians who has ever had charge or the state house, and so recognized by the executive council and the state officers, is Mr. C. E Voorhees. Mr. Voorhees has been custodian for two years and will undoubtedly be appointed by the executive council if merit and efficiency is recognized by said council. Mr V. orhees is an old soldier and came from Harper county where he has lived for many years; and was elected county commissioner on the R-publican ticket by a large majority and was for many years engaged in the hardware business. Mr. Voorhees is an agreeable and accommodating gentleman, who is well liked by the public generally. He has exercised great care in looking after the state house property and in seeing that the state house grounds are kept in a splendid condition. His reappointment will be eminently satisfactory to all the people. SPECIAL FROM A. M. E CHURCH Feb. 23. 1909 EDITOR OF PHAINDKALER:—Enclosed please find $— to pay for the setting up of a few lines concerning our church work. And before I proceed farther allow me to make this observation, viz: I contend something to publish and make a newspaper, and the editor, like any professional man, must of necessity live from the proceeds of his paper. Therefore, everyone who sends an article for publication, should send some money with his article On October the 4th, 1908, we received an appointment from the hand of Ihs Grace, Bishop Abram Grant, D.D., who is one of the wint and most farseeing prelates in the known world. And in a short while the madame and I were domiciled in our new charge, Atchison, Kansas. A quick glance and a moment of reflection readily told what procedure was essential to success, and remembering the action of him of old, who prophesied to the wind and a great army arone, we did like wise and received similar results. Our first quarterly meeting was a success. On December 13th, our trustee rally added to the credit side of the ledger $271. Our Christmas exercises were above par; and our second quarterly reached the zenith. We have just closed a six weeks meeting with many souls saved; and ninety-five per cent. of the converts united with the African Methodist church. Revs. R. P. Christian, J. W. Wilson, W. H. Hously, Chas. Newton and W. B. Johnson, all played an active part in our meeting. Besides, we were assisted by the home ministers in the persons of Revs. Blake, Jackson, J. W. Lewis and James Even We have had an addition of about 50 members since last October. Atchison people are intelligent, progressive and church inclined. The city has a splendid corps of teachers and physicians equal to any of like profession. Mrs. Henrietta V. Biggars, with the good ladies, are ju. t as busy as bees, arranging for a church carnival to be given in the near future The first Sunday in May has been set apart for a GREAT RALLY, at which time the Trustees hope to raise seven hundred dollars to repair church property. The humble writer often feels to be the least of all the Master's children, but one thing we do with the greatest pleasure: We fill our soul with the Holy Ghost and entering our pulpit twice each Sunday, we just fairly burn the mind. And when the weather is nice standing room is at a premium Our new board of deaconesses consists of the following named sisters: Usetta Halloway, Nannie Fillman, Mary Ann Jones, Rachel Taylor and Georgia Allen W. T. Biggers, Pastor of A. M E church. Archie and Walter Jones, of St Marys, are in the city visiting their parents. The many friends of Miss Camille Wilson will be glad to know that she is rapidly recovering from her recent illness. Will Ellhott, of K U, spent Monday with Miss Virgie St. Claire. Bert Whitney, who has been on the neck list the last two weeks, is able to be out again. Mennon Beck and Carter of Tope- THE PIANO The Plaindealer Has Closeto Be Give PIANO CONTEST! Has Closed Contracts for Articles Be Given Away. THE PIANO CONTEST! 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These articles can be seen that THE PLAINDEALEER PUBLISHING CO. has for a Ladies Diamond Ring and Gold Watch and third prizes in the most popular lady cycles can be seen at any time. This certifies that THE PLAINDEAILLER PUBLISHING CO, has contracted with me for a Ladies Diamond Ring and Gold Watch to be given as second and third prizes in the most popular lady contest. These articles can be seen at any time. ATCHISON, NEWS. ka, were guests of Dr Caldwell and wife on Sunday. Gosnald Hudson, while here from St Joseph, visiting his parents, was taken suddenly ill on Sunday and is now at the Home private hospital. Mrs Eliza Moten of St Joseph, is visiting her sister, Mrs John Ingram on Santa Fe street. Frank Allen, of St Marys, spent Tuesday in the city. Those on sick list are, Mrs John Ingram and Minnie Biggs. Mrs James Hill and children of St Joseph, are spending a few days with her parents, Jerre Rucker and wife. The residences of Mrs Rachel Covington and Mrs Billings'y were destroyed by fire last week The you g men of the city are taking quite an active part in their new organization known as the Syndicate. Promptly at 8 o'clock, to strains of the beautiful Wedding March, played by Mrs Flossie Givinge, Mr. Charles M Pettis of the 9th Cavalry, and Miss Cornelia McDowell, well known here in Atchison, a proached the altar at the AME church, before a host of friends, and were made one by Rev. W. T. Biggers, pastor. The bride was attired in beautiful white India linen, the gift of her sister, Mrs Gavena Caldwell of Kansas City, no The groom with soldierly bearing wore the customary black. After the ceremony the many friends attended a reception at the home of Mrs Amanda Stone, a sister of the bride, residing at 1101 Main Street, where in the decorated parlor, to the music of two graphophones, the bride and groom were greeted. In the spacious dining room, decorated as a boxer, around the entire room were white tiles with green leaves, the initials of the bride and groom appearing on a bell shape in green and white. Over the long table was a canopy of gurlands in pink and white, designed in lace chain work, done by Mr. W. Johnson. The lunch was bountifully served by waiters dressed in white. There were about 85 guest present The presents were many and beautiful. WESTERN UNIVERSITY. J H B Taylor of Topeka spent several days at the institution this week, visiting and inspecting the grounds and departments Miss Pearl Ross, National trav MISS ADDIS, JEWELER. 817 Kansas Avenue. NUMBER 9 eling Secretary for the colored college student work of the great r x o movement of America, spent Sunday and Monday with us, working among our young ladies. Her talks were most instructive and interesting. The band gave a concert in her honor Sunday afternoon and on Monday she addressed the students and faculty in the chapel. The Choral society rendered special music and at night the teachers entertained in her honor. She departed for Smith and Macon colleges and Lincoln Institute, to carry on similar work. The publishers in Boston have notified us that "Mother's Sacrifice" our 1900 creation in original music, composed by Miss Viola Kinvey, will be here about March 1s. The large demand for this piano selection, so beautiful in music and so rich in sentiment, should cause anxious buyers to send in their orders at once to our Music department. The young men and ladies of the Business department surprised the entire institution last Thursday in the excellency of their Lincoln An niversary program. They have since been asked to repeat it in the community and in the city. Prof J E Patterson, ex-principal of the Sumner High school, Kansas City, Kansas, began work on last Thursday as director of the Science department Miss Clara V Lyndon, who held the position temporarily, goes to Westport, Mo., as principal of a colored school. The graduation class of Hampton Institute has sent to our Harmony class to have their class song set to music. Miss V. Kinny is on the job " SF. CHARLES, MO The ladies of M K church gave a tea party on the evening of Washington's birthday. The pastor, Rev R. H. Smith, in drawing another successful conference yet to a close and we hope that he will be returned as he is deeply concerned in everything that pertains to the nplift of the race and community. Mr. Sevia Trice, who is one of our best teachers, regardless of color, spent a port on of her holidays visiting friends and relatives in St Louis The advanced classes of our public schools have organized a Dunbar literary society and expect to give a series of programs during the present school year. Dr Thos. J Jackson, our hustling young physician, stands as a noble example of the possibilities of the Negro. His practice has grown until it now includes fully as many white as colored patients. Oliver Ellen, our efficient plasterer, has just received the contract for plastering the new Agricultural building of the State University and leaves this week for Columbia. The contract is a large one, covering over 20,000 square yards. Monday afternoon at her residence on Clark street, Mrs. Folk gave a well social, complimentary to her son, John Folk, who is in government service at St Louis. About thirty persons were present and a highly enjoyable time was had. All the delicacies of the season were served. Out of town guests were, Mrs. Margaret Draine o Keokuk, Iowa, Mrs. Ella Ben of St Louis, and Mecury Smith, Robinson, Clay, Taylor and Folk of St Louis. FRIDAY FEBRUARY 26,1909. ANNOUNCEMENTS D. B. Simpson announces himself a candidate for Councilman from the Fifth ward, subject to the Primaries, March 14th AS SPEAKER of the house Joe Dolley knows not what he is about, and now he is trying to force a man of his class on the people Topeka for city attorney. The taxpayers of this city know M'Farland and Dolley's indorsement of him strengthens their determination to nominate Mr. Ralston. A. W. HARRIS, one of the editors of the National Merror, a Kansas City publication is one of the file clerks in the Missouri legislature. It is the first time in the history of the state that Negroes have held such positions and it is largely through Mr. Harris and his paper that the bars have been let down. In this respect Missouri is far in advance of Kansas, as an army of broom pushers has been our limit since the days of the race's esteemed friend, Gov John W. Leedy, who opened the door of hope only to have it closed when he passed out. Mr. Harris was reared in Topeka and his many friends feel proud to note his progress. "HISTORICAL Synopsis of the Western Negro Press Association" is the title of a neat little twenty four page booklet richly illustrated with well printed half-tone cuts of the Association's officers. The booklet was compiled by Prof. Albert Ross, Historian of the Association, and printed by students of the printing department at Western University. Mechanically it bears the ear marks of the advanced idea of printing, and is a warning to the "old masters" among black mechanics to spur up or they will be passed like milestones. The subject matter is a well written history of the Association from its organization in 1896 to the present year, 1909. Thanks to Prof. Ross and a so Prof. Harry R. Graham's little "devils" for such an excellent job of printing. The most favorably talked of man for a place on the Republican state ticket two years hence is Senator Chapman, of Great Bend, Barton county whose stock is being boomed for state treasurer. The Senator was surprised when told that his name was being used in connection with the office, and upon investigation we find men boosting Chapman for treasurer in almost every portion of the state. After taking a careful survey of the field, we have concluded that no stronger or better fitted man can be found to guard and protect the funds of this state. He is an experienced business man and is connected with one of the strongest financial institutions in the state. His honesty cannot be questioned, and his clean record in the senate has won him the respect and confidence of his constituents. Personally, he is one of the most courteous and polite gentlemen that ever set foot in the state house and is never too busy to hear those who desire to speak to him. Already we have heard many prominent Republicans say that if Chapman will make the race for treasurer, we need not seek further as he would add strength to the ticket. Senator Chapman hails from one of the wealthiest farming communities in Kansas and the fact that they have sent him to the senate for a second time is a magnificient testimonial of the confidence his constituents have in him. As a member of this body his actions have been such as to win him friends throughout the state. His vote on all questions has convinced the people that he is for the right and stands squarely for every measure that will contribute to the good of the public. All of these things makes him strong with the people and they are urging him to enter the fight and stay to the finish. Senator J. T. Overfield, of Independence, Montgomery county, is not only making good with his constituents, but is gaining friends daily throughout the state. He is chairman of the Committee on Oil and Gas, which was a wise selection as but few men in the senate are as familiar with the condition of our oil and gas as Mr Overfield. He has resided in Montgomery county for thirty-eight years coming here from his birth place—Lawrence when eight years of age. He has seen all the rugged side of life through which a poor boy has to pass, and has deep sympathy for those who toil Every man, woman and child in Montgomery county knows Senator Overfield and all have explicit confidence in him. He is a friend of labor and believes that those who toil should receive lecent compensation for same. The people of Montgomery should feel proud of their senator, and when they get ready to send him higher, a host of friends in other counties stand ready to assist in putting forward such an excellent gentleman. JUDGE NEWHALL, KANSAS CITY, KAS. M. H Newhall, the present judge of the city court, second district, needs no introduction to those who have resided in Kansas City for any length of time. In the early years of his residence he was a meat enterer, employed by Reid Bros., in their city meat market, where the Cuddy Packing Co., now has its plant. He afterwards engaged quite extensively as a contractor, builder and carpenter, and still later was engaged in the real estate business being associated with W. W. J. Doust, under the firm name of Newhall and Doust. In all the years of his residence here, he has been recognized as a man of unquestionable honesty and integrity, a man who could at all times and under all circumstances be absolutely trusted. So high was his standing in this community, that the people nominated and elected him to the present position he now hold, Judge of the city court, Second district by a handsome majority, in which election he led the ticket in the number of votes registered. As judge of the court, he has been fair, careful and diligent to care for the duties of his office, and in the trial of the numerous cases which has come before him, has shown a rare judge of human nature and the exercise of good judgment. Judge Newhill is not alone complimented by the common people who have dealings in his court. but stands high in the esteem of the bar. He is now asking for re-election and will be a prominent factor in the primaries on March 2d. GIVEN $400 DAMAGES. The jury in the case of Nannie A Jones against the Wichita Amusement Park Company, returned a verdict in favor of the plaintiff, awarding her $100 damages. The suit was brought on the grounds that the plaintiff had been refused admittance to Wonderland Park because she is a Negro. This lady is all right. We wish we had more like her to stand up for their rights. Indians. China men, Japs and all outlandish people can flirt with white Americans, except their own American Negroes. Photographs The kind that is made by W. H. LUCAS are cheaper in price and the best in quality and workmanship. 123 KANSAS AVE. TOPEKA. Dr. W. Roger Russell, DENTIST All Work Guaranteed to Give Satisfaction 921 KANSAS AVE. : TOPEKA. Hours 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Both Phones 774 O. A. Taylor, M. D. Physician and Surgeon. Office at Kansas Ave., Over Goblers Drug Store Across from Throop Hotel. Calls Answered Day and Night. Residence 1545 Van Buren Street TOPEKA, KAN Business Chances FOR NEGROES In Kansas Ciy, Mo. 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Curiosity was aroused as to the identity of the royal pair and their attendants. And every guest was anxious to know who the others were After the king and queen were seated, Miss Ruth and Master Frank lin Bradley o Kansas City danced before the royal court. Those who saw them could not say other than that they were masters of the art Then came the grand march in which every one took part, and which ended in a two step. About eleven o'clock a circle was formed, and the secret of "Who is who" was disclosed. Those who attended are more than grateful to the Ivy club for this enjoyable affair and for the charming music rendered by Yale Orchestra. Joe M. Smith arrived here Sunday noon from Helena, Mont, to visit his parents and friends. The funeral of his father was to occur in the afternoon, and he did not learn of his death until confronted with the bad news at the depot in Topeka. Joe is a prominent temporal artist in Helena, and his arrival I was like that of a prince. He was loaded with diamonds and Montana gold certificates, and his "pace" rivals the one set by Vernon Gray several years ago. Mr. Smith left last night for his home in the great northwest. Robt. Warham has been placed in charge of the dining room at the Hotel Throop. Mr. Warham is one of the best head waiters in the west. He is courteous and kind to the men under him and always has a first-class crew who delight in assisting him to make the work a success. The Throop is very fortunate in securing the services of such a valuable man, and we feel that all parties concerned will have nothing o regret. --- FIRST AFRICAN MEMORIAM. In loving memory of our dear husband and father, who left February 26th, 1908 Gone, not forgotten MRS. G W BRYAN MARIE E BRYAN PUBLICATION NOTICE In the District Court of Shaw County, and State of Kansas. A. J. Joseph, Plaintiff, vs No 25,386 M. Joseph Defendant State of Kansas Shawnee County to M. Joseph. You will take notice that a Joseph on the 18th day of February, 1909, filed her petition for a divorce in the District Court of Shaw County, Kansas, cause, abandons and gross neglect of duty. Unless you answer on or before April 9th, 1909, said petition will be taken as true and a decree of divorce will be granted in pursuance there. A. J. Joseph, Plaintiff H. W. ELLER, Attorney Attest: R. L. THOMAS, Clerk of the District Court First published Feb'y 19th, 'cg Formerly of Memphis, Tenn., Carpenter, Contractor and Builder. When Harris does the work an architect is unnecessary. He draws plans for any kind of building desired. All work guaranteed to be of the highest class. He also makes a specialty of repairing. Get his figures on your next job. Residence 425 Kansas Ave., Ind. Phone 1501. SPRINGFIELD, MO., NOTES. Berry Baker, who has been sick more than three months, continues very low. Mrs Rebecca Hawkins, after an illness of several weeks, is now up and around. Have you read "The Springfield Safeguard?" The first number of this Negro paper was out February 19. It is a good, interting paper, owned and edited by James Hudson with Prof B F Adams as associate editor. Hubert Hayden is again in the city from Tuskegee, Ala. He is looking fine and reports that institution in a flourishing condition. He will return to college in a few days. Miss Lena Hayden was up from her school, to greet her pro her. We are proud to have with us in our city Prof F I Mouroe Liston, a famous instrumental soloist and composer from Boston, Mass., and a graduate from the Germania Conservatory of music and art. He has opened a studio on St Louis street and will teach piano, violin, cornet, vocal music, piano tuning and harmony; and all band and orchestra instruments. He has a large class already and is doing well. J. T Cooper, we understand, has taken an interest in the institution. OMAHA, NEBR. Dr S H Johnson left Monday for Peoria, Ille. after successfully aiding Dr Bingamon in his revival. The Progressive club will be entertained Thursday by Mrs He-ter Howard. WILL ISSUE YOU POLICIES FOR YOUR PAYING, PARTIAL-LIFE, S CK, FUNERAL BENEFITS, IN CASE OF DEATH No home loving man can afford to oe without LIFE INSURANCE THE KNIGHTS and LADIES of the ORIENT is duly authorized by the laws of the State of Kansas, and is under the Sup't. of Insurance of Kansas. Its officers are bonded in a stray. Sur Company. LIBERAL TERMS TO AGENTS. F.r information My husband is entirely dependent. I am aged and have a son some, where, whose name is Vilan Van. 17, last seen at Yale, Okl. Anyone knowing his whereabouts will please write me. MRS ALICE VAN, FINAL SETTLEMENT. In the State of Kansas, Shawnee County, SS. In the Probate Court in and for said county In the matter of the estate of Rebecca C. Hughe Creditors and all others 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 March. A. D 1909, for a full and final settlment of said estate Dated Top ka, Kansas, Jan'y 5th. 1909 ROBERT STONE: Administrator of the estate of Rebecca G. Hughes, deceased First published January 8th. '07. In the District Court of Shawnee County, Kansas Isaac Baxter and Mattie B Baxter. Isaac Baxter and Mattie B Baxter Plaintiffs, No. 25,369 vs The unknown heirs, devisees, administrators, executors and trustees of Eleanor W. Auld, formerly Eleanor W. Hyde, deceas d. PUBLICATION NOTICE The State of Kansas to the unknown heirs, devisees, administrators, executors and trustees of Eleanor W. Auld, formerly Eleanor W. Hyde, deceased. You and each of you are hereby notified that you have been sued in the District court of Shawnee county, Kansas, in an action wherein Isaac Baxter and Maddie B. Baxter are plaintiff and you and each of you are defendants, and that unless you assert the petition of the plaintiffs filed in said action on or before the and day of April, 1909 the said petition will be taken as true and judgment rendered against you accordingly quieting title of the plaintiffs in and to the following described real estates, to wit: The South one-half (1/2) of the Northwest quarter (1/4) of Section Flaven. [11], Township Thirteen, [13] range Thirteen, [13] east of the Sixth P. M. in Shawnee County, Kauers, and adjudging whatever title, interest, estate or lien you, or either or any of you claim to hold or possess in or to said real estate to be null and void, and of no effect, and forever barring, excluding and enjoining you and each of you and all persons claiming by, through or under you from having, claiming or asserting any interest in title to or lien upon the said real estate or any part or portion thereof. W. I JAMISON Attorney for Plantds [SIEAL] Attest. Clerk of the District Court. First published February 19th '69. PUBLICATION NOTICE. In the District Court of Shawnee County, Kansas. No. 25349. Sarah E Hayes, Plaintiff, Albert E Hayes, Defendant State of Kansas to Albert E. Hayes, Greeting: You are hereby notified that you have been sued by the plaintiff, Sarah E Haves, in the above entitled action, in the District Court of Shawnee County, Kansas, asking for a divorce, and that unless you answer her Petition filed in Court on or before the 19th day of March, 1909, the allegations therein will be taken as true and judgment rendered by said Court granting plaintiff a divorce and the care and custody of the minor children as prayed for in her Petition. Signed: SARAH E. HAYES, Plaintiff, D. H. BRANAMAN. LAWRENCE, KANS. The mass meeting held Sunday at the Warren Street Baptist church for the discussing tubercu's, was largely attending, the church being filled with an intelligent audience. Dr. J H. Young was chairman of the meeting Ruv, B A, Smith stated the object of the meeting. The program was as follows: Song, "My Country, 'Tis of Thee " Invocation, Rsv. J. M. Brown. Scripture Reading, Rev. Berry Instrumental Solo, Prof. Copeland i. Paper, "Tuberculosis," Dr. F. D. G Harvey. Dr. Harvey first gave statistics showing deaths by consumption on in Kansas, 11203 Deaths in the United States by the dread disease three times greater than the killed and wounded He stated that there were from two to seven times more deaths by consumption among the Negroes than any other race. The Irish was the next race. He stated that tuberculosis is not alone of the lungs. Dr. J J Kenner was the first to discuss the subject He spoke of expectorating upon the handkerchief, and in vessels and upon the streets tending to spread consumption. He recommended hot water to be used to cleanse expectoration and to kill the germs. He thought to prevent the spread of consumption the patient should be isolated. Next, Miss Bernie Ellis, a trained nurse, spoke. She recommended that cloths used by consumptive patients be burned. Give patients plenty of fresh air, in fact, let them live out of doors in tents. Have them cultivate will power and keep them strictly clean. Miss Noni Johnson, another nurse also spoke of properly ventilated rooms, exercise and fresh air being great aids to prevent consumption Rev. J. M. Brown commended the doctors and nurses for their useful information and then gave a fine practical talk about ventilation churches and other places where people congregate. Among the many good things he said that cleanliness is next to godliness. He was appalled for his pointed remarks. Mrs. I. H. Young spoke of the young people dressing too thinly and exposing themselves to the cold air when over heated being the cause of much sickness that terminates in consumption. Mr. Frederick Gleed spoke of the young people wearing paper soled shoes, being poorly clad, failing to eat nourishing food and going to bed with cold feet being some of the causes of consumption Mr. William Douglas spoke very complimentary of the doctors and preachers. Many good things were said for the benefit of our people along the line of preventing consumption. R v J M Brown moved that we all go home and practice some of the things we had learnt, and every one stood up The meeting closed with a vocal solo by Miss Marea Overstreet of Kansas University, the Kansas mocking bird. The Sierra Leone club met last Tuesday with Mrs. R S King Rev. J A. Gregg of St. Joseph Mo. visited Lawrence this week Mrs. Anna Johnson has gone to Levenworth to visit her daughter Mrs. Minnie West EMPORIA, KAN Miss Grace Atkinson of Tojeba was the guest of Miss Lutie Hawkins Sunday. The young men were all smiles. Mrs. Emma Davis of La Junta, Colo., is in the city on an indefinite visit to her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Carter. Miss Beatrice Martin of Garnett is now attending the Emporia Business college with Miss Percy Stafford. This is the first time for several years that col red students have enrolled in this institution and they are making good Miss Hazel Terry of Omaha was delightfully entertained by Mrs Gus West and Mrs. Terry at the home of the latter from two to five p.m. Wednesday. A daluty two course luncheon was served and a very pleasant time was enjoyed by all who were present. Wit. Mrs. Emma Davis of Colorado and Mrs. Minnie Kreg of Ring wood Oklahoma, guests of honor, Mrs. Giles Elliot servred a lavish three-course dinner at her beautiful home Monday night. The table simply groaned because of the delicious repast with which it was burreued and the guests assembled demonstrated their appreciation by dining "quite sufficiently." Mr. Ed. Scaley furnished music for the occasion and the evening seemed to fly away amid joyous bounds. Those present aside from the guests of honor were Mr. and Mrs. Gus West, Mr and Mrs. J Browu, Mr, and Mrs Harris and Rev Craw. The Utopia club was delightfully entertained at its last meeting by Mrs. Dave Stafford. A splendid splendid program was rendered and at its conclusion the hostess treated the club to cake and float. A vote of thanks was extended by the club to Mrs S.afford for her very much appreciate hospitality. Mrs. Alice Evans was called to the bedside of her sick father at Pittsburg last week. Mr. Mose Mutray entered quite painfully from the kick of a vicious horse Sunday. At present he is recovering and studying the best method of revenge, Mrs. Charles Douglass attended a board meeting at Osage City on Tuesday. Mrs. Pearl Liston delightfully entertained Mrs. Emma Davis, Mrs. Frank Staley and R v. J. L. Craw at nine o'clock breakfast Monday The A T B. club was very pleas anly entertained by Mrs. Louis larvey at her home Tuesday after noon. Services at the A. M. E. church were well attended last Sunday and a glorious time enjoyed by all. Mrs E Davis of La Junta, Colo. united with the church and was cordially welcomed to the fold of other former membership. A new era seems to dawning in the life of Mt. Olive and the congregation is growing weekly. Mrs Ollie Brown, district steward, gave an entertainment Thursday night that was praiseworthy and a financial success. Percy Lyle has returned home after an excused a journ in Chicago. An Allen's Dir program will be rendered Sunday night under the supervision of Miss Lutle Hawkins, our worthy and efficient S super inendent. Little "Toby" Perry has been very J. but is convalescent at this time. The Upson club is preparing to present the comic drama, "A Crap of Paper" Mr. Ned O'Banion or Topeka will render vocal selections between acts. Watch for the date. PILES or SMILES We absolutely guarantee to immediately relieve and ultimately cure with DR. HEBRA'S UNGOID the most wonderful of scientific discoveries, all itching in diseases. 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