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TOPEKA PLAINDEALER U. S. Guyer and the Corporations! The People Will Be Called Upon to Decide on April 6th---Business Men Interested in City Campaign. of Society House VOLUME XI. When Taft Hears U. S. Guyer the The People Will Decide on A Men Interested 4. a. call an ambassador to Kansas It is up to the people to decide on April 6th whether they will oppose their interest by electing a man who has outlined a platform, which it is almost impossible to carry out without jeopardizing the interests of the people at large This man is Mr. U. S. Guger of Kansas City, who has a beautiful platform in print which he nor no other man can stand upon witho t injuring the community and the common people. The corporations are here and they are here to stay, so long as this is a civilized country. A corporation is no more than a body of men getting together and organizing a company of men and making a success of said company. They are mainly supported by the people and for the people, they employ thousands and thousands of men. They pay good salaries to their employees. It is absolutely against the principles of the Republican party to hinder the progress of any institution which stands for the upbuilding of the commonwealth. We, as a people, are part of these great industrial metropolitan enterprises; the people would not s.and for Mr. Guyer or any other man to be radical in his attempt to check the progress of these greatest municipalities in the West, and we cannot do this if we choose for mayor a man who is opposed to the corporate industries of the city. Mr. Guyer says in his platform that he stands unreservedly for the enactment of the public utilities law, governing the relations between the people and the public service corporations. Now, why should we mistrust, oppose, restrict and restrain those industries which have long made our city what it is today and on which the destiny of our municipality depends in the future? The people of Kansas struck the death blow to the public utility doctrine, in the recent general assembly which was the right thing done at the right time. Now Kansas City, Kansas should not attempt to do through her municipal government, what this great state looks upon with disfavor and condemns through her constituents. The public services corporation to be a success, in the broad sense of the term, must be mutually beneficial to the stock holder, the public and the employees, and while it may be true that the characters of TOPEKA, KANSAS, FRIDAY MORNING, MAR. 26, 1969. legislation which was enacted in the past would leave one to suppose that the interest of the public service corporation and the community were different I content that their interests were identical, and think the sooner that fact is recognized, both by the corporations and the public, it will be better for all concerned. It is of the utmost importance to any community that it should receive from the public service corporation serving it the very best accommodations and the more successful a corporation is, the better service it will be in a position to render and if good service is not rendered by a corporation that is successful, then the public not only can demand, but obtain, the service that the community deserves and is entitled to. On the other hand, an unsuccessful corporation, no matter what its desires may be, is not in a financial position to render the accommodations that it would like to or that the public has a right to expect. Therefore, it seems to us that when public convenience and new security require the services of a corporation—whether it be lighting, transportation or anything else—it is poor economy for any community to restrict or embarrass the corporation with unnecessary burdens and thereby make it difficult for the corporation to be successful, for by so doing the very objects for which the franchise was granted will be defeated. I think we will agree that traction company and street car companies have done more to develop the suburban districts and add to the comforts of the communities than any other kind of enterprises, and I believe that those who put their money in the public enterprises of this nature are entitled to to a literal return on the capital invested; for persons investing in property of this kind are not only taking a risk, for which they are entitled to something, but we also investing money which would earn them a reasonable return if invested in some other enterprise. WESTERN UNIVERSITY. The spring term opened last Monday with an addition of new students. The final work is beginning to loom up prominently before all. The greatest commencement in the history of the institution will be the record for this year. New officers of the James A. Han. dy Literary were elected last Friday headed by the following: Prestley E Davenport of St Louis, president and Alberta Kerr of Santa Fe, N M, Secretary. Officers for the Christian Endeavor elected Sunday evening: President, Alphonso Douglas; secretary, Addie Beaton Rev J R Ransom, P.E., a trustee and race leader, visited the institution Monday. Elder Ransom has played a great part in securing our recent state appropriation of sixty-seven thousand dollars for the next two years, as well as every appropriation the institution has received from Kansas. The band gave a splendid concert at Allen chapel last Friday evening. The people of Kansas City, mo., are highly appreciative of the masterly work of Bandmaster Wade Hammond. Weekly games in shorthand dictation are being held in the business rooms. Last Friday the Ransom team defeated the Welch team by a score of 91 to 6%. KANSAS CITY, KAN, NEWS. Mrs. Douglass of Columbia. Mo is in the city this week, visiting her daughters, Miss E. Douglass and Miss L. Douglass, who have the reputation of being two of the best teachers in the city. KANSAS CITY, MO Mrn A. F. Moore, wife of A. T. Moore. the popular undertaker, departed this life Tuesday, March 16, at her home 2-20 E. 18th street. The funeral was perhaps the largest ever held here, and was very actively conducted by G. W. Hamilton, G. M. Lee, W. F. Stonestreet and S. B. Shields, of the firm of Stonestreet and Hamilton, of Topeka. The floral offerings were many and some of the most beautiful ever seen here. Allen chapel was filled to overflowing with the best people of the twin cities. Rev Peck officiated. Mrs. Moore was one of the most popular women in Kansas City, and outside of her immediate family a host of friends will mourn her loss. She was a member of the Lusher Court, Household of Ruth, Court of Calanthe and Eastern Star and num. erous clubs. The Prairie Rafter extends its sympathy to the bereaved husband and friends. Mr. Moore is one of the most popular and successful business men of Kansas City, Mo. LAWRENCE, KANSAS Prof Copeland gave a Musicale, complimentary to Mrs. Tapley and George Walker, at the home of Mrs. Alice Myers, mother of the latter. During the program punch was served to a very appreciative audience, and afterwards refreshments. It was a very swell event, on account of the departure of Mrs. Walker and Tapley for New York. Miss Chira Jackson and children, of Kansas City are guests of her mother, Miss Sparks. Rev J M Brown has gone to St. Joseph to assist Rev Gregg in his revival services. Fred Kinne is seriously ill at the home of his brother James, on New York street. Miss Irene Younger, of Kansas City no, visited in Lawrence last Wednesday. Mrs Frankie May, of Solilia, is a guest of the King hotel and will remain in Lawrence for a time. C. C. Yeager bought a nice piece of property adjoining his home last week, for $1,500. We are very proud to see our people investing their money in property. Mrs Jackson of Tonganovie, visited her sister, Mrs Burch, this week. We are all glad to welcome Ed. Frye home again and hope that he will remain. The Stewardess board of St Luke met with Mrs. Me Pike on Monday afternoon. The next meeting will be with Mrs A Snowden. The Siora Leone club met with Mrs S. Snowden last Friday afternoon at 3 p.m. Mrs Susie West of Oklahoma, and Miss Frankie May of Sedalia being the visitors. Adjourned to meet at the Woman's Congress to be held at the St James church, Rev Christian pastor, on Tuesday, March 23. Mesdames J H Young and S. West visited Prof. West and wife, in Leavenworth, last week. Kansas City, Kansas, was well represented at the teacher's convention held here last week. Misson Minnie Howell and Kathryu M. Johnson were among the teachers present from that place. The Woman's Congress met at St Luke's church, March 19 Rev. J M Brown opened with the Lord's Prayer. Instrumental solo. Prof. Copeland. Address, by Mr R. H Brown on "We Have Launched; Where Shall We Anchor?" Prof A A Brown, violin solo. Rev J M Brown, remarks on the good work of the congress. A liberal free will offering for "sweet charity" was received from those present Light refreshments were served, and the president. Mrs. A. Scott, returned thanks to the young felks for the program and to all for their offering Get in the Contest. The contest stands open for those who are ambitious to capture the prizes. Let us see who will be the successful lady. It takes push and constant work to win. See your white and colored business men. Let no one escape. This paper is for the people, white as well as colored. Don't be backward in soliciting white people. Show them that you mean business and they will subscribe for a paper published by colored people for colored people as well as whites. We take their papers. Ask them to take ours. Send in you name if you wish to enter the contest. It costs nothing but a little work. SPRINGFIELD, MO. NOTES. The remains of Lee Roy McFlahncy were brought here and interred Sunday afternoon. He had resided in Kansas City for the past a year, and passed away at the age of 27 after an illness of 20 weeks with pneumonia. The floral designs at the funeral were beautiful and the attendance large. Rev Wheeler敛icated. The relatives have the sympathy of a host of friends. Last Friday a fine son arrived at the home of Robert Wilkes and wife. Mr Gimblen and wife royally entertained a number of their friends n?" "Surely Not!" on Thursday evening. The tables were decorated in a lovely manner with a profusion of roses. Several pleasant hours were delightfully whiled away at the home of Prof F M Fletcher and wife,the affair being in honor of Prof G W Wood, who was nojourning in the city for several days. Things were quite interesting while he was here. Mrs Jennie Pittman, of Kansas City in visiting relatives and friends for a few days. Mrs Maud Chaney and others came down from Kansas City to pay last respects to Mr McElhaney. Robert Wilkes is now recovering nicely from his injuries ATCHISON, NEWS. Mr Nick Chiles, of Topeka, was in the city for a few days of last week Mrs Link of Topeka, visited her son, Dr W W Caldwell, last week. Mrs J H Taylor was called to Lawrence Saturday by the death of an uncle, William Seymour. Miss Emma Matthean and Mrs. Jefferson, of Colorado Sp'ge, spent Saturday in St Joe Miss S Moore, accompanied by her granddaughter, Ethel Penn, left last week for Kentucky, where her sister is seriously ill. Miss Lullian Cunningham was a victim of la grippe, last week. Mrs Will Barnes lost a purse coa taining $17. 55, last Sunday. Mrs Jefferson, of Colorado Springs, left on Monday for Topeka, after spending a week with her brother, Dr Caldwell, and family. H O Fletcher, A Mosely, O Barnett, Jno Guthrie and A Potter composed a fishing party that went to Doniphan Sunday. Mrs Henry Elegan, who has been spending the winter in Leavenworth is spending a week here. Henry Buchanan of Oak Mills, Sundayed with John Noland. THE WESTERN TUSKEGEE. The young men have commenced operations in the quarry, getting out stone for the new academic building to be erected next summer. The state architect states that we have the finest building stone in this section of the state. 130 cords will be required for the new building. The commencement subjects have been assigned to the members of the present graduating class. These subjects are all in keeping with the spirit of the institution. The brass band has made remarkable progress this winter under direction of Mr. H. G. Brown. The young men have become quite popular among the neighboring farmers and have given a number of lawn concerts at various homes. The state college Y. M. G, A. presidents have been in session for several days at Washburn college. Our association was represented by the president and vice president. Rev. I C Nicolson, pastor of the Second Presbyterian church, preached on the subject "The Man that God Uses," which was eloquent and inspiring Young men and young women take especial pride in the appearance of their dormitories. Visitors are always favorably impressed with the neatness and taste exhibited. Our farm teams have been exceedingly busy the past week. Hon. Nick Chiles purchased a pure breed Poland China boar to heal his herd on his herd east of town. A number of cows have come in fresh and there is no plenty of milk for butter making. Tim Donovan Out for City Marshall! The Democrats are pu ting forth their best timber for the different city offices and among them is Tim Donovan, candidate for marshall of the court of Topeka. Mr. Douovan was chief of police for a number of years and made a record that any man would be proud of. He is popular and has a world of friends and promises if elected to give the office his personal attention. He is asking that his many friends among the colored people remember him at the polls. Local Mention. Mrs. Frank Chiles and Mrs. Geo. Smith spent several days last week inFort Riley. Sergeant Smith and wife accompanied them home. Mrs. Agnes Cherry and her mother Mrs. Huff. nave returned from Omaha. Mrs. Washington of North Topeka entertained Mrs Lee Jefferson of Colorado Springs Thursday evening. The luncheon was very elaborate. Mr Mark Wilson, on old resident of this city, died Monday at his home. 1218 Buchanan street The funeral was held from the residence Wednesday afternoon, Rev J E Edwards officiating He leaves a wife, four daughters and a son Mrs Elizabeth Perkins, aged 80 years, died March 16th, at her home two miles south of town Funeral was held on the 18th from the home Mr James Cooper, aged 54, one of the prosperous farmers of Shawnee county, died Wednesday at his home south of the city The funeral will be held this afternoon from the C.M.E church. REGARDS TO Dear Friends. They say the most enduring monument a man can have is the loving regard of his friends. If that is the case you have a monument that will stand forever, for your friends surely praise you for your fair treatment I carry sick benefits with you because of that fairness. Yours respectfully, KATIE WASHINGTON READY TO MARRY TO TAKE THEM HOME. Two Negro boys, Thomss and James Hoard, 9 and 6 years old, were turned over to the Foster Humane society by Probate Judge W. F. Schoch. This is the case which was continued a week ago to allow Thomas P. Hoard, father of the boys, a chance to present his side of the matter. He was unable to satisfy the judge that he would give them proper parental care, so they were taken from him According to Hoard's story he has been married three times. He is the father of eight children, two of whom are dead, four of whom are being cared for by his father in Texas, and the other two were given to the humane society yesterday. Judge Schoch told Hoard that he would be permitted to see the boys as long as he contributed $15 a month for their support. "May I take them home when I am married again?" inquired Hoard "When you are able to prove you can give them proper care I will take the matter up, but you had better arrange to get that $15 ready just now." D. H. HARRIS 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 1591. The Pleasant Hour Club will meet Thursday afternoon at the home of Mrs. Nannie Brooks, 200 W. 12th street. The entertainment given by Mrs. O. R. Haley at the A. M. E. church Wednesday March 16, was a success. An excellent program was tendered. Mrs. W. E. Love will give an entertainment in "Chir's Allotment" on Saturday evening for the benefit of Club No. 1, of the A. M. E. church clubs. Mr. James Brooks, of 303 East 6th street, has been quite sick, but is better at this writing. Lawyer took spent Tuesday at the county seat looking after official business. R. M. B. Mason, D. D., a noted man of our race, belonging to the Methodist Union and nomination, addressed the South Kansas man of the M. E. conference which was in session here last week. Dr. Mason spoke in the interest of the Lincoln's All Association. A large crowd attended to his splendid address. It was nooded a wonderful turn by the conference. R. J. R. Kinsom, presiding elder of the hope a district and on presiding of district to Kansas city district, will visit friends in this city during the work and will preach at the A M. E. church Wednesday March 24. Mrs. Faster Williams, who lost her watch who attending the M. E. conference last Wednesday evening, has recovered the same by advertising. Crockett Morris of this city, who is attending Western University, came home sick Monday evening. His friends hope he will soon be able to return to his school. Rev. Motts, of the M. E. conference, called the pulpit at the A. M. E. church Sunday at 10:40 a.m. Rev. Motts is one of the leading minister of this connection and is also an educator, being secretary of education. He gave a splendid discourse to a large audience. In the evening Rev. Larkin Martin, also a member of the M. E. conference, proceeded to a crowded house. Rev. A N. Brooks was glad to have with him the man of the highest standing in the M. E. conference. The chair did excellent service during the day. Miss Hooley Bell Morris is in the race with other contestants for prizes offered by the Plaindealer to the most popular lady. Pay to her your subscription. FORT SCOTT NEWS. A prayer meeting will be held every Wednesday evening at 6:30 up to 8:00 to teach new converts to pray, at the Shiloh Baptist church. The A. M. E. church have had great success in their revival meeting. It has been the cause of hard hearted sinners to find their way to God. The pastor of Shiloh Baptist church said the church was increasing so rapidly that they would have to build a new one. We would not care if it would run over with pine in heart. Mrs. P. Short on W. Ostrum street is improving. Mr. Samuel Jones of E. Lincoln street is quite ill. Mr. Richard Lennon of N. Hill street, one of our great workers in the church, has returned from an extended visit in Arkansas. Mr. Albert Green of E. Lincoln street is at the home of his aunt, Mrs. J. Johnson. Mrs. Katie Owens is visiting friends in Wichita, Kan. Mr. D. Bank of E. Wall street is quite ill. Miss Maggie Holson has not been able to be out the past week on account of illness. Wamensburg, Mo, Mar. 17, 1904. Mr. Edton, please publish the following items of the Mt. Olive neighborhood. Prot. L. L. King reports for his last month of school the total attendance by all 2001 Average daily attendance 12 Number attending every day 2. Viz. Zora Ralph and Delinda King. School motto for the month. "Though life's journey be rugged, clip the notices and go ahead." On Wednesday night at the C. M. R. church at 10 o'clock Prot. P. L. King, of Portis, Mo., and Mrs. Myrtle Stevenson, of Wattonsburg, Johnson Co., Mo., Mr. Olive district, were united in holy matrimony by P. P. Roy A. D. Wilson, of Levenworth, Kinn. The ceremony was witnessed by a host of relatives and friends from Higginsville, Mo., and Wattonsburg, Mo., and adjoining points Mrs. Ocunia R. Davis and Mr. Ouestus Golds accompanied the bride and groom from the church to their home. The reception given by Mrs. Adam Potter in honor of her niece was largely attended. These courses were served in the nearest style to seventeen couples from the above named points and many home friends. After enjoying themselves for four hours the friends bade the bride and groom and members of the family good night. May previous sunbeams be strewn in their pathway forever. On Friday, March 12th, Messrs. Adam Potter, Grant Goles, Gryfield Corkett and Henry Grant were called to town to witness the deceased Masome Rev. James Thomas. On Monday Miss Osmia B. Davis of Higginsville, Mo., accompanied by Prof. L. L. King and who returned to Aulville, Mo., and there took the train for her home. On Tuesday Mrs. Barbara Gobbs visit of Mrs. Sophia Porter. On the same day Debatha King visited Ulysses Gobbs. Both say their visits were very gratifying. On Wednesday Mrs. F. Porter attended on Mrs. Dolla Polph, spending the day. She speaks of her trip being a pleasant one. The 11th of this month several can home friends went to the town to visit to witness the 5th anniversary of Mrs. Jacob Goraway. The trip was concluded at nice one. Mr. Clarence Pay has begun work for Mr. Adam Porter. Prof. P. d. King will hold his school closing exercises at the C M F church on Saturday, March 20th. He has taught in this community for two years and has had good success. The patrons would be acting wisely by having him reelected. Mt. Oliv is on the alert. Many of our wealthy negroes are putting in telephones in order to keep track of their next door neighbor. Ha, Ha! Mr. G. W. Ralph is a great spectator. He has bought him a thoroughbird short horn milk cow. Rev. H. H. Hankins preached a very good sermon Sunday. A very fair audience attended during the day. The bride and groom received many beautiful presents. The wealthy farmers have begun to move about. Several are breaking up ground and sowing oats. Hoping that not an item will be overlooked and that you may be ever so successful in scattering your new paper among the reading class of negroes of my race, I am most respectfully yours, A Reader and Friend of the Paper. Mrs. A. C. M'Clelland, Snampooing and Massaging. Braids for Sale or made to Order. Hair Dressing and Straightening A Specialty. Call at 226 Kansas Ave., Topeka, Kan 100 Lbs. SUGAR Dot Eastern $2.98 June 8. Oh how we'll ship you 100 lbs. in two western granulated sauces with the bob womann named W. We will ship your juices after a gift for lunch or tea. We will send it in an ample amount of time and will send it 30 days. 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It cost nothing. Please give reference, Address: THE PLAINDEALER. Todeka. Kas. GRAND LODGE, KNIGHTS OF PYTHIAS, STATE OF KANSAS. Supreme Jurisdiction N. A., S. A., E., A., A. and A. Office of the Grand Chancellor, Wichita, Kansas-Proclamation No. 1-To the Grand and Subordinate Lodge Officers and Members, Greeting: The fifteenth annual session of this Grand Lodge convened in the Castle Hall of Syracuse Lodge No. 28, Galeno, on July 18. 19 and 20, 1908. This session proclaims a new era in this Grand Jurisdiction and its work will go down in history as the grandest in point of harmony and work accomplished since the organization of the Grand Lodge. Harmony was the watchword, Peace and rPogress the slogan for the coming year. Hutchinson was the place chosen for the next session of the Grand Lodge, with Bonus Lodge No. 21, on the fourth Tuesday in July, 1909. The following Grand Lodge officers were duly elected to serve for the ensuing year: Grand Vice Chancellor, Dr. I. H. Anthony, Kansas City. Grand Chancellor, John E. Lewis, Wichita. Past Grand Chancellor, J. H. King, Weir City. Grand Prelate, Rev. J. W. Gordon, Iola. Grand Keeper of Records and Seals, W. W. Plumb, Topeka. Grand Master of Exchequer, B. G. Jackson, Yale. Grand Lecturer, Rev. M. Pickens, Pittsburg. Grand Master at Arms, B. B. Williams, Hutchinson. Grand Medical Register, Dr. S. H. Thompson, Kansas City. Grand Atorney, J. H. Guy, Topeka. Supreme Representative, B. Pope, Topeka. Grand Secretary Endawment Department, A. T. Glover, Wichita. Grand Treasurer Endowment Department, M. E. Wooda, Coffeyville. Grand Inner Guard, J. H. Walker, Garden City. Grand Outer Guard, W. H. Morton, Ft. Scott. Appointive Officers, T. H. Young, Grand Marshall, Galena; Louis Ctrange, Grand Trustee (3 years) Wellington; G. H. Drumgould, Grand Trustee (1 year), Arkansas City. Chairmen of Standing Committees. On Appeals and Grievances, Dr. I. H. Anthony, Kansas City; on Printing and Supplies, H. I. Monroe, Topeka; on Laws and Supervision, W. W. Plumb, Topka; on Dispensation and Charter, Thomas Cox, Wichita; on Finance, Dr. S. H. Thompson, Kansas City; on Returns and Credentials, John Gurter, Mineral; on Foreign Correspondence, Julius Reese, Cherokee; on Relation with Court of Calanthe, J. W. Clark, Lawrence; on Mileage, Robt. S. Brown, Manhattan; on Uniform Rank, Samuel W. Jones, Wichita; on State of Order, John Singleton, Winfield. Deputies—D. W. Montgomery, No. 20, Independence; W. A. Wright, No. 20, Winfield; Brooks Lane, No. 22, Iola; J. H. Dalker, No. 10, Garden City; B. B. Williams, No. 21, Hutchinson; J. H. Brown, No. 17, Cherokee; G. Edwarde, No. 27, Kansas City; J. W. Clark, No. 1, Lawrence; Robt. S. Brown, No. 9, Monhattan; G. W. owry, No. 19, Paola; B. Zackey, No. 6, Pittsburg; J. B. Davis, No. 5, Weir. A WOMAN'S PRIDE IS HER COMPLEXION. This can easily be procured by the use of DANLETT FACE-CREAM: the great beauty maker. Danlett Face Cream is different from all other skin preparations and the one who once tries it is sure to use no other. Danlett Face Cream is perfectly harmless and agrees with every skin—Child's,'Woman's and Man's. It cleanses the skin thoroughly and makes it feel alive and glowing. It prevents wrinkles which result from dryness of the skin. Never before has such a long felt want and needed preparation been known as Danlett Face Cream. Everyone that cares for a beautiful and smooth complexion should not be without it. In connection with Danlett Face Cream use Danlett Soap. Price of the two 50 cents. In order to quickly introduce these preparations, we will send them both to any address postage paid for 10 cts., stamps or coin. Agents wanted. Address. M. W. BOLDEN, Local Agt. FOR SALE OR TRADE THE DUNBAR HOTEL Kansas city's leading Negro Hotel is now clearing $200 per month, will bear the closest investigation. This is a fine investment for some colored Man and Wife. Price, $2000, all or write. Resolved, That we have lost a very great friend, the race a strong champion and admirer the nation a great citizen. With the death of General Palmer it is profitable and inspiring to contemplate the remarkable record he has made; for his achievements too numerous to grasp without compilation, will loom big and splendid in authoritative history. He was a friend to everybody who tried to better themselves and those about him. He was a magnetic leader, of rugged personality and aggressive methods, one whose place in the community and in the hearts of men cannot be quickly filled. He has given new impetus to our lives, and the benefits of his many deeds of charity to our race and to Western University will long remain a pleasant recollection within our minds. The spirit of his life and noble manhood will live in us forever. He was Godly in that he loved his fellowman. His was a life of giving, of doing little things for others. He brought greater cheer and comfort by his doing a little good here and there, when he could have done big things in greater places elsewhere. In the development of Colorado and the Middle West General Palmer has shown a remarkable insight and capacity, and through him the world has witnessed the fine progress of our "brotherly love". The stamp of his personality will endure indelibly as long as the nation lives. Resolved, That we extend to his bereaved family our heartfelt sympathy and our prayers for their consolation in this hour of grief and sorrow. (General Palmer's estate is worth fifteen million dollars. He gave the Garden of the Gods and North Cheyenne Canon to the city of Colorado Springs, also a number of parks inside the city limits. Persons who have ever visited in Colorado cannot forget these beautiful parks of natural scenery. Editor.) Most people who read a paper would like to have it come to their hands without any typographical errors. This is quite possible, when in the absence of typesetting machines and the operators of those too, have their troubles all the following conditions come together: 8 When the "header" reads the connected proof attentively. The A. M. R. church is progressing nicely under the leadership of Rev. McCain. CENTRAL MISSOURI CONFERENCE. Our fourth quarterly meeting was held at Holden, Jan. 20-22, with most excellent results. The pastor, Rev. H. G. Gibson, has been doing faithful service this conference year. The District Superintendent was present and rendered valuable service to the last quarterly meeting of the conference year. The pastor and membership of the church on the evening of the 22d showed their appreciation to the District Superintendent, Rev. W. H. Smith, by giving a grand reception in his honor for the faithful service rendered during these six years. At Humansville the pastor, Rev. L. R. Grant, and the membership of the church on Jan. 27 in the fourth quarterly meeting of the conference year in token of the appreciation of the services rendered during the six years, by the Rev. W. H. Smith, D. S., rendered a beautiful program in connection with a reception in his honor. Fourth quarterly meeting was held at Joplin Feb. 7-N. The pastor, Rev. T. H. Lockwood, had all the arrangements made and the meeting was a success in every way. On Saturday evening, Feb. 6, Mrs. Rebecca Burris, one of the teachers in the Douglas School, together with the members of Trinity M. H. Church, had made arrangements to entertain the District Superintendent at a reception given in token of regard and high esteem for the manner in which he has served the interest of our church at this place and the churches of the entire district. LOUIS M. CLARK, Secretary. Lincoln, Neb., Mar 23, 1909 To The Plaindealer Pub. Co., Topeka, Kansas. Mrs. Lottie Brown, wife of D. M. Brown, died last Saturday at 3 a.m. at her home on Rose street, after a long illness from dropsy. Deceased was 53 years old at her death. The funeral was held in the A. M. E. church, of which she was a member. Monday at 2:30 p.m. Rev. M. Taylor preached. The Knights and Daughters of Tabernacle, of which deceased was a member, had charge of affairs, and turned out in full regalia. The services were very impressive. Floral offerings were immense. The deceased leaves a sister, daughter, husband, two sons and other relatives to mourn her demise. The church was filled to overflowing with friends and spectators. Interment in Wauka cemetery. Mrs. Monroe of Kansas City, Kan. attended the funeral of her deceased sister, Mrs. Lottie Brown, here Monday, and many other out of town relatives. The Knights and Daughters of Labornacle held a joint session March 15, and had a grand meeting. Miss Margie White left for her home in Emporia, Kan. Last week after a long visit with her brother, J. H. White, and wife. Mother Hodges is quite ill of pneumonia. Mr. Thomas of Kansas City, Kan. is in the city in the interest of the Colored Women's Magazine of Topeka, Kan. Dr. Dulley of Philadelphia, Penn. is in the city in interest of a family doctor book, published in his city. Mrs. Baker of St. Joseph, Mo. visited her daughter, Mrs. C. Christman, here. Dr. M. O. Ricketts of St. Joseph, Mo. and Eldon F. P. Mohammitt of The Enterprise, of Omaha, were in the city on business last Thursday night. BONNER SRINGS. Rev Brown, who was indisposed, is able to be out again Rev. Anderson will depart for Boley, Oklahoma, very soon to attend the annual conference of the M. E. Church. Rev. King had a large crowd at a play at his church, given by Rev. and Mrs Barnett. Mrs. Stuart and Mrs Bradley conducted a masquerade social at the Baptist Church. Mrs. C. Stanford and Miss L. Woolson received prizes for the nearest and most rugged costumes, respectively. Mr. T. Coxon, Mr. Hickman and Mr. S. Coxon returned from Kansas City, Monday. Mr. Anderson, who has been sick for three or four weeks, is able to carry his mail again. Mrs. Gerlie Grant, who has been sick four months, is able to walk around the house and yard. Mr. Chapman has been quite ill Mr. Prost made a short trip to Kansas City last week. Espanola and Ruth Jackson visited their father in Kansas City, Kansas. Miss Elise Robinson and Mrs. M. C. Matthews have special invitations to Edwardsville to visit the family of Mr. J. G. Groves and to inspect their fine brick residence, now in process of construction. It is three stories, and will have a skating rink for the young people when completed. The Baptists are enthusiastic over the preaching of a new preacher, a Rev. Johnson of Kansas City. Miss W. Johnson attended Institute last week. Mr. Walter Groves was a pleasant caller in Bonner Springs this week. RESOLUTIONS OF CONDOLENCE. Upon the death of Gen. Wm. J. Palmer, of Colorado Springs, Colo. March 13, 1909. Quindaro, Kansas. We, the students and teachers of Western University, in mass meeting assembled, this Sunday evening, March 14, 1909, do unanimously adopt and subscribe to the following resolutions: Whereas, It hath pleased Almighty God to remove by death our dear friend and benefactor, Gen. Wm J. Palmer of Colorado Springs, Colo who has made annual gifts to our institution, given Tuskegee a $25,000 building, donated land for a National Home for Superannuated Ministers of the A. M. B. Church, and innumerable deeds of kindness to members of our race in particular, and to humanity in general, be it Signed, WM. LANE. Chaitman. GEORGIA GARNER. Secretary. "WHEN?" 1. When the contributor has written correctly. 2. When he has written the correct thing distinctly. 3. When the compositor has only the correct letters in the different cases. 4. When he does not take letters from a wrong case. 5. When he sets them correctly. 6. When the "reader" connects every error. 7. When the compositor connects the "rough proof" properly. And when a dozen other circumstances work together for good. VINITIA ITEMS. WESTERN UNIVERSITY QUINDARO, KANSAS. The Great Educational Institution for Kansas and the West DEPARTMENTS:--Theological, College, Normal, Sub-Normal and State Normal Classical, College, Preparatory, Normal, Sub- Normal, Musical (Instrumental and Vocal, in- cluding Piano, Organ and Harmony), Drawing (Fine Arts and Mechanical), Carpentry, Printing and Book.Binding, Business Course, Stenogra- phy and Typewriting, Tailoring, Dressmaking and Plain Sowing, Cooking, Laundering, Farm- ing and Gardening. Splendid Location, Hoathful Climate Influences and Thorough Teachers. INFORMATION. For Terms, Prices and Inducements write to SHELTON FRENCH, A. M., Acting President. Postes: Office, Bell West 1423. Residence, Bell West 15 Courses Classical, College, Preparatory, N Normal, Musical (Instrumental an cluding Piano, Organ and Harmon (Fine Arts and Mechanical), Carpent and Book.Binding, Business Coun phy and Typewriting, Tailoring, and Plain Sewing, Cooking, Laun ing and Gardening. SHELTON FR Photos: 0 A seven star band was organized in connection with the A. M. E. church, with Mrs. Josephine Nave as president. Mr. G. A. Roper of the Cobb hotel barber shop attended a musical entertainment at Chelsea, Okla. on the 16th, and reports a grand success. Mr. A. Rider has returned after a week's visit with Mr. and Mrs. Dr. Brookette at Coffeyville, Kan. Mr. Robert Hubbard was in town Monday Mrs. Dora Blackwell, teacher at Blue jacket, Okla., visited friends in Vinita Sunday. There is much improvement being made in Vinita this spring. Mr. B. Thompson has bought interest in the Crystal cafe. We wish the Crystal success under the able management of Curry & Thompson. Mr. E. Hudley visited his parents in Chotoma, Kan., Sunday. Miss Alta Williams and Miss Sadie Davis are preparing to take an extended trip to Seattle this summer, going the southern route, and returning by way of the Northern Pacific. Columbia, Mo. March 22, 1909 To the Editor of the Topeka Plaindale; Please publish item and oblige the Rev. G. W. Leach, the evangelist of the South Missouri conference. Since receiving my appointment at Macon City, Mo, from Bishop Grant, I have held revivals at the following places: Shelbina, Mo, for Rev. J. D. Wells, at Ralberty, Mo, for Rev. Graves, at Louisiana, Mo, for Rev. S. C. Doby, at Momuth, Ill. for Rev. N. C. McDowdell, at Kaloko, Mo, for Rev. J. B. McGuire, at Milan, for J. P. Walker, at Hillsdale, Mo, for Rev. P. A. Crockett; at the present at Columbia, Mo, with Rev. G. W. Cross. So far God has pleased my efforts and 104 persons have been received into the churches. Anyone wishing my assistance in a meeting can always find me by writing to Bruswak, Mo. (BR) G W Leach C. E. V. WINFIELD, KANSAS Miss Daisy Daly of Arkansas City came up Sunday evening to visit her sister, Mrs. Kess Banks. Roy S. Darly want to Diblon to Saturday to hold his regular service Sunday. Mrs. Danty McCallough on Independence, Kane, and daughter, Mrs. Moni, are visiting the family of Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Wood for a few days. Roy J. H. Ritcherson, D. D., of Coffeyville, Kansas, who has been running a meeting for Rev. Warden at the Second Baptist church, returned home Saturday, but will return Monday to continue the meetings. Rev. Ritcherson is one of the oldest ministers in the state. There have been three added to the church, and more at the various will. Those who attended quarterly meeting at Akansas City Sunday with Miss Laura Franklin, Mabel Dong Las, Mcdamus, Bun, A. Monroe, F. McDowell, James and Lay North They report a grand meeting. Miss Pearl Handling was given her last degree in the O. E. last Thursday after the work. The members were treated to an elegant two course lunch. Mrs. Andy Charles assisted her in serving. Mr. James Walker of Tulsa, Okla. came over from Hutchinson Monday on route home. Mr. and Mrs. Duke Palmer, sister to Advantages Splendid Location, Hoathful Climate, Good Influences and Thorough Teachers. INFORMATION. For Terms, Prices and Inducements Offered, write to For Sale or Trade. The Dunbar Hotel 50 Well Appointed Rooms. Kansas City's Leading Negro Hotel is Now Clearing $200.00 per month. Will the clasest investigation. This is a fine investment for some colored man and wife. Price $2000.00. Call or write Afro-American Realty Co. 1005 McGee Street Kansas City, Mo. Fine Wines, Cigars, Whiskies and Tobaccos. --- Normal, Sub- tial Vocal, in- tudy), Drawing art, Printing e, Stenogra- dry, Dressmaking arting, Farm. Splendid Le Influences and For Terms, write to ENCH, A. M., Act lice, Bell West 1423. Residence, Bel For Sale The Dunbar Kansas City's Leading Ne $200.00 per month. Wit This is a fine investment for wife. Price $2000.00. Afro-America 1005 McGee Street Phelps' Buffet 221 Francis St. Mrs. Thomas Cottons, attended the revival meeting here last week. They are on a farm five miles from Wintold. Mr. Albert Vanderton of Jackson dence, Kaw was in Wintold last Sunday onsite to his home. Rev. R. J. Bradford, advent pastor, of Wichita, came down last Friday to look after the building of the new church here Jeremiah Johnson is assisting on the work. Mr. Duke Palmer's young son, who has been in the hospital for some time, is home again. JOLA. KANSAS. Boy Manner, of the Bassett A. M. E. church, has been disstoned to the A. M. E. church at Paola, Kan. He was succeeded by Roy Brown, of Rosdale, Kan. The Mute Missionary Society of the Bassett A. M. E. church met last Wednesday at Mrs. Combs, on South Walnut. A pleasant session was held. The two A. M. E. churches of Lola and Bassett, and the Second Baptist Sunday schools are rehearsing for the Pastor exercises. Hold yourselves in readiness for the big world's trial to be given in the very near future by the ladies of the Second Baptist church. Dr. Abbie Williamson, chief proprietors of Gobbin Lah No 2, is on the sick list this week. Her many friends wish her a speedy recovery. Rev I W. Gordon returned home on March 10 from Leavenworth, Ks., where he had been assisting Rev I D Hunt at the Independence Baptist church in a series of meetings. The meeting was quite a success. There were several contests and many back shields presented. Rev. Gordon lost last Monday the 15th to assist in a ten days' meeting at the Mt Zion Baptist church. Lost Scott Rev I. A. Brown of the Bassett A M E. church has just closed a series of meetings. There were some additions to the church. No converts, but the church was spiritually revived. There will be a grand concert March 22 at Booker Hall given by Misses Edna Berry and Celesta Steward for the benefit of the Second Baptist church. In connection with the concert there will be a hog killing entertainment, during which some 15 of 20 hogs will be butchered. The owner of the hog that weighs St. Joseph, Mo. the most will be given a handsome prize. This town and community were greatly shocked on the 6th of this month over the untimely death of Mrs. Lulu Irvin, who died very suddenly at the residence of her sister, Mrs. Rosa McColors. She was a loving and devoted Christian, and a faithful member of the Second Baptist church, and a strong member of Golden Rod Court No. 10. Order of Clanthe. Sister Lulu was loved by all, and she will be greatly missed in the community but we feel that our loss is heaven's gain. The funeral services were conducted from the Second Baptist church. Rev. L. W. Gordon officiated. There were several beautiful floral offerings from the B. P. lodge and the Mission Circle of the Second Baptist church. ANARABI BLA The Plaindealer is a source of information of great value to me. Although I take other papers yet I am always interested in the Plaindealer. I came to Oklahoma in March 1901 and a large number of Africans beside myself drew claims, which we have since developed into farms. I have lived here long enough to see this part of Oklahoma, which is now known as the New Country, and composes three counties (Caddo, Kiowa and Comanche) develop into a prosperous country and I am pleased to say that many of the Mio-Americans are prospering in this part of Oklahoma. In this city there are some business houses owned and managed by our people Mrs. Williams owns a rooming house while she is managing successfully It, baw Wells has a department store consisting of hardware, quoinsware and furniture, and there are two lunch houses and barber shop managed by colored people. The churches are interior yet, and the schools small, though the terms are long and salaries are good. We are interested to know of Dr. Vernon's trip through the state, and we hope his town will prove to be a lasting benefit to us by way of abolishing that obnoxious law in this state known as the Jim Crow law. I was acquainted with Dr. Vernon before I came here, for I met him when I lived in Ottawa, Kansas, and therefore I am familiar with his eloquence. Kansas City, Kansas, the Mecca for Shoppers Some Leading Firms of that Hustling Business Center. TheTopeka Plaindealer. ADVERTISING RATFS PER MONTH $200 PER INCH. THE NEXT MAYOR Hon. John W. West, a Democrat is nominee for mayor of Kansas City. We do not exaggerate when we say that the people of Kansas City will make no mistake when they elect a man like John W. West mayor. No man would be more fittingly represent the aggregate and progressive idea of the policy of Kansas City, and the people's interest than Mr. West, being endowed by nature with extraordinary intelligence, attainment and great executive ability. He has during the past two or three years displayed a wonderful capacity as a council man and a natural born leader of men. Having been at all times absolutely fair and just which has made him many friends, he is very popular with all classes. Mr. West is a great friend to the laboring man and has always been a friend to all classes of people regardless to their condition in life. He has made one of the best councilmen the city has ever had. He has always been found working for the betterment of the city and in the interest of the taxpayers. Mr. West has been a prominent business man of this city for many years, he conducts one of the largest wholesale and retail meat markets on Minnesota avenue; he has always been a great friend to the colored people. On many occasions he has helped them in their enterprises whether he was in politics or out of politics. These are his principles and that is the kind of a man we want for mayor of Kansas City, Kansas. The Wyandotte Gas Company has more than made good. The service is all that could be expected; in fact better than in most of the cities which have natural gas for a great many years. Their effort to have a steady supply at all times has tiek led everybody, and those who live where there is no gas are clamoring for it. The Gas Company has spent hundreds of thousands of dollars to bring about this condition; and Kansas City, Kansas, has one of the finest and best equipped natural gas distributing plants in the world. It is managed and conducted by business men who have the interest of Kansas City, Kansas, at heart, and if not molested by unnecessary legislation in entering they will do much to promote the interest of all that present the prices are sufficiently low, so that all can burn gas without a strain. We commend the Wyndotte Gas company, which is one of the great concerns in the West. HON W R CHILDS is a nat veron who has risen from amble surrounds go to a position or honor and trust But few men of his years have been able to win such an enviable place in the hearts of the people. He is a born leader and men honor and respect him and seek his wise council on all matters of importance. It is through his great generalship that has made him a great man in state and national afairs. Mr. Chiles stars well with the administration. He does not believe in leaving the management of the office to some one else and J. B. H. HON. R. W. CHILDs, Who is in Line for Assistant Portmaster General. personally looks after every detail connected with it. He is the youngest postmaster serving in any city of the first class, and is popular with all regardless of creed, color or political affiliation. The business men of Kansas City are proud of their young poetmaster because he stands for what is upright. The Kansas City post office is one of the best regulated offices in the state since Mr. Chilla has been in charge and his administration has been satisfactory. M.A.C. HALL THEATRE UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT; NEW FEATURES It is exceedingly gratifying to note that the colored people of Kansas City, Kansas, have established a theater of their own at the M. and C. hall. The establishment of this place of amusement for the colored people should receive the universal approval of the colored people of Kansas City, Kansas. This theater presents for them a high class vaudeville show, presenting Illustrated Songs and Moving Pictures which are instructive, entertaining and interesting. Performances every night from 5.00 to 10.30 o'clock. Entire change of performance Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday. A convenit is given to every lady who attends the matinee Thursdays. The establishment and minute notice of this theater is done at great expense for the cultivation and mental improvement of the colored people. This theater is established and maintained exclusively for colored people, and they ought to show their appreciation of the same by giving it their patronage. Mr W. H. Shelly, who is manager of the M. and C. theater, is well liked by all who know him. We would like to see more of our people attend this grand and attractive little theater which is just chic in all of its performances. It is being operated in a hall owned and controlled by our people, which on the face of it shows that it is a colored enterprise worthy of our support. Fennell & Neudeck DEALERS IN Staple and Fancy Groceries and Meats of All Kinds. Oysters when in season, Fresh Eggs and Butter. Free Delivery to All Parts of the City. WE TREAT ALL OUR CUSTOMERS ALike. We Handle the Best Goods that the Market Can Afford We Try to Please Our Customers by Drawing With from Square and Fair. 1209 N. 8th Street. KANSAS CITY, KANSAS W. J. HARTFORD 1400 N. 725 STREET KANSAS CITY, KANSAS DEALERS IN Staple and Fancy Groceries We Treat All of Our Customers Alike. $ The Best Brand of Coffee. MEAT MARKET Home Phone West 546. Bolton & Morris Bell Phone West 785 Staple and Fancy Groceries ..... Fresh and Salts Meats 18th and Quindaro Boulevard. KANSAS CITY, KANSAS W.J.Ronayne Dealer in GROCERIES Dealer in Of All Kinds and Meats Bell Phone West 1 Home Phone West 1527 750—Minnesota Avenue—750 Kannan City, Kannan Fo. the Best Goods at the Lowest Prices see Paradowsky & Swarts Prescription Druggists. We Can Fill Any Prescription Soil Water Toilet Articles and Perfumes Goods Delivered to All Parts of the City 900 Minnesota Ave Kansas City, Kansas Thorpe and Co., The New Grocery. Just started in a Fred Schmitt's old stand, and have a full line of Nortown, Connecticut 150 Lewis County, Iowa 150 Worthington, Ohio with Minneapolis, 150 Sixth Avenue, 150 Germantown Hill Pickles, 150 Hillsdale Bushpole 150 Interior Cells of Milk 150 Quaker Wood Barn Packages 150 Corn of Apples 150 Large Slices in Tomatoes 150 Large Corn Apples 150 MEATS Wet Home, guaranteed 10 Buttering, per pound New 301 Bath, per pound Bell Hbove 1272 West. No. 1005 Quindato Boulevard. ```markdown ``` NELSC We Are Getting in Our New Spring Stock of Shoes, Of which these are merely a sample. E.P. REED & CO ROCHESTER N.Y. Nifty, Eh? But give us a call and we can convince you that these are nothing in comparison with what we have to show. Nelson I The Home of Hone "We Fit When Oth 608 Minnesota Avenue and 5 KANSAS CITY, Why N Let us furnish you on Easy Paym We Carry The Largest Stock of Furni The Largest Stock of Rug The Largest Stock of Eith IN FACT, Our Stock is complete in either city We buy our Goods Right PRICE and give your own time PAY FOR elson Bro The Home of Honest Sho "We Fit When Others Fail." Minnesota Avenue and 523 Kansas KANSAS CITY, KANS Why Not get us furnish your ho ou on Easy Payments? The Largest Stock of Furniture— The Largest Stock of Rugs and Carpet The Largest Stock of Either Gas or IN FACT, Our Stock is most complete in either city. buy our Goods Right and Can Them to Y give your own time PAY FOR THE SAM on Bros., of Honest Shoes. When Others Fail." venue and 523 Kansas Avenue S CITY, KANS. Not urnish your home for easy Payments? Stock of Furniture— Stock of Rugs and Carpets— Stock of Either Gas or Coal Stoves— T, Our Stock is most e in either city. Goods Right and Can Afford to Sell Them to You at a LOW time PAY FOR THE SAME. Nelson Bros. 608 Minnesota Avenue and 523 Kansas Avenue KANSAS CITY, KANS. Why Not Why Not Let us furnish your home for you on Easy Payments? We Carry The Largest Stock of Furniture The Largest Stock of Rugs and Carpets The Largest Stock of Either Gas or Coal Stoves We buy our Goods Right and Can Afford I to Sell Them to You at a LOW PRICE and give your own time PAY FOR THE SAME. Come and See Us. Holzmark Furni 624-626 Minnesota Ave. Twenty Six Years in Kansas JOHN RESS mark Furniture 26 Minnesota Ave., Kansas City Twenty Six Years in Kansas City, Kansas. Furniture Co., a Ave., Kansas City, Kas. ars in Kansas City, Kansas. RESSEGGER, Holzmark Furniture Co., 624-626 Minnesota Ave. Kansas City, Kas. Twenty Six Years in Kansas City, Kansas. JOHN RESSEGGER, JOHN RESSEGGER, Staple and Fancy Groceries. Fresh and Salt Meats, Cigars, Tobaccos, Flour Hardware, Etc. : Postoffice in com Prompt Delivery. Your patronage Solicited Bell Phone Kansas City, Kansas. and Salt Meats, Cigars, Tobaccos, Flour ate, Etc. : Postoffice in cour ery. Usage Solicited Bell Phone Kansas City. Kansas. Cigars, Tobacos, Flour, Feed, Postoffice in connection. Bell Phone West 1402. City, Kansas. Fresh and Salt Meats, Cigars, Tobacros, Flour, Feed, Hardware, Ete : Postoffice in connection. Prompt Delivery. Your patronage Solicited Bell Phone West 1402. Kansas City. Kansas. WHEN YOU THINK OF SHOES THINK OF ON'S HOLLYWOOD Kansas City, Kansas,the Mecca for Shoppers Some Leading Firms of That Hustling Business Center The Quality Store. Every Department Crowded with... New Spring Stock, From the Best Markets in the World. QUALITY, THE FIRST CONSIDERATION. Dry Goods. Fancy New Dress Gingbams, Seasonable Patterns. Euly Arrivals. 19c, 12c, 15c and 25c DRESS LINENS—Blue, Pink, Green, Tans 15c. 19c a ln 25c. New Swiss Nainsook and Hamburg Embroileries, from 1 to 27 inches wide. Prices from 5s to 41.99 s. Shoe Department. The Only Exclusive Ladies and Children's Shoe Department in the City. American Beauty Shoes and Oxford. New $2 and $2.50 Last, New Patterns. The "DREW" Shoes and Oxford, Hand Sewed Welts and Turns Leaders of Style $2.50 and $3 Basement. "ELITE ENAMELWARE," the line with the Red Edge. Guaranteed by makers for One Year. Beautiful white inside and out. Only excelled in appearance by its Splendid Wearing Qualities. Ask to see it when in the store Full line of open stock Dinnerware, Staple and Fancy China. Glassware, Woollenware and everything that goes to furnish the home. ALLEN & BAYNE, Delivery Everywhere. Both Phones 855-321-3777. 642-644 Minnesota Ave. Kansas City, Kans. VIADUCT PHARMACY, Drugs, Prescriptions; Cigars and Articles. KANSAS. ns; Cigars and Toilet articles. KANSAS CITY. - - - KANSAS. Drugs, Prescriptions; Cigars and Toilet Articles. Bell Phone West 549. KANSAS.nder and Co. KANSAS CITY, W. T. Maunder and W. T. Maunder and Co. Books and Stationery. WALL PAPER, PAINTS. OILS AND G TRUNKS AND TRAVELING BAGS. TS. OILS AND GLASS. RAVELING BAGS. WALL PAPER, PAINTS. OILS AND GLASS. TRUNKS AND TRAVELING BAGS. Telephone West 161. KANSAS CITY, KANSAS Earns part of that is better off than salary and spends all of it. any amount -then keep it you must, much at a time if it is business. National Bank S. Opposite P. O. He Who Earns A small salary and saves part of that is better he who earns a larger salary and spends Open an account with us any amount -the going a little at a time if you must, much at can. You will like it. It is business. Call and see us about it. The Peoples National KANSAS CITY, KANSAS. Opposite He Who Earns He Who Earns A small salary and saves part of that is better off than he who earns a larger salary and spends all of it. Open an account with us any amount -then keep it going a little at a time if you must, much at a time if can. You will like it. It is business. Call and see us about it. The Peoples National Bank The Peoples National Bank KANSAS CITY, KANSAS. Opposite P. O. ```markdown ``` enterprise which tends to make Kansas City, Kansas, the greater city. Being a man of great business ability, he has much to do with the shaping of things for the progressive spirit of Kansas City. He owns and operates one of the finest Drug Stores in the West, which carries a lot of the finest toilet articles, and Key West and Domestc Cigars. He has in his employment a group of the best registered duggots in America, who always welcome the colored people and accord them all Home Phone West 478; 632-634 Minnesota Ave. Miller's Laundry AND Cleaning Works Both Phone 1061 West 811 Minnesota Ave. KANSAS CITY KANS A Model Drug Store. Mr G Q Lake, the proprietor of the Drug Store at the corner of 61th and Minnesota Avenue, in one of the best known among the public spirited business men of Greater K. n. sas City. He is always willing to help any the courtesy and politeness possible. The colored people take much pride in patronizing this drug store because they get value received for their money. This store is complete in all of its departments, having one of the best and finest prescription cases in the city. Mr. Lake is always willing to help any worthy enterprise presented by the colored people. Mr. Lake carries a special line of Rexall Remedies which are shipped directly to him from the laboratories at Boston, Mass.; thus the profit usually given to the jobbers and wholesale dealers is saved to the customers who derive the benefit of the best medicines at the lowest price. The compounding of prescriptions from the purest and best drugs is sufficient inducement for your trade. ELMER A. SHACKELFORD Elmer A. Shackelford was born in Tipton, Missouri, September 11th, 1840. He received his preliminary education in the Tipton public schools. In the fall of 1897 he entered Lincoln Institute and received the degree of B. S. D. from that institution in June, 1901. While a student of Lincoln Institute he was considered one of the best orators of the institution, and in the year 1901 represented the school before the Missouri state legislature with an oration, "The Flight to the West," which was the feature of the entertainment before the assembly that year. In the fall of 1901, he matricu. J. B. ELMERA SHACKFORD lated at the Ohio State University, where he took a special course in journalism. Having so successfully accomplished this, he decided to remain at the university and pursue the study of law. At the end of three years he finished the course at that institution, being the only colored boy in the class out of a class of over forty. Leaving the state of Ohio, Mr. Shackelford came to Kansas where he took the bar examination and was admitted to practice before the supreme court in June, 1907. Lawyer Shackelford is one of the four lers of the only Negro college fraternity in the United States and is known by university men all over the country. One of the youngest attorneys in Kansas City, Kansas, Mr Shackelford both fair to be one of the best. He has a larger foreign practice than any other colored lawyer in the city. He is very modest and unassuming and is strictly to the ethics of his profession. He depends solely upon honest dealing and competence to succeed and every client Mr Shackelford has does not hesitate to recommend him as a defiant competent lawyer In addition to Mr. Shackelford's ability as a lawyer, he is a fluent speaker and a forceful writer. His "Triple Alliance" of Manhood" which appeared in print a few months ago, is considered by the thinkers of both races as a beneficial and splendid effort. EUREKA DRUG CO. New firm Opened for business October 1st, 1904, with an entirely new line of drugs, chemicals, toilet articles, cigars and tobacco. The prescription department is under the direct supervision of Mr. E. A. Williamson, a graduate and registered pharmacist. Mr. Williamson has been practicing pharmacy for seven years. Six years of that time has been spent in Kansas City Mr. Williamson guarantees every prescription sent out from the Eureka Drug store to be exactly correct and just what the doctor orders. Business up to date has been beyond the expectations of the firm and the present indications are pointing toward better business. The firm has a beautiful and well arranged soda fountain and apparatus for dispensing soda water and with the location of the store they anticipate a splendid soda and ice cream business this season. You will always be treated courteously and get correct values when dealing with the Eireka Drug Co., 1014 N. Fifth St., Kansas City. Kansas City Locals. W. J. Hartford, 1400 N. Seventh street. Good things to eat, first class grocery and meat market, poultry and game in season, fresh fruits and vegetables. Will appreciate your trade and will strive to please you. 1400 N. 7th Kansas City, Kansas. Simon Wyatt, former embalmer for Kansas City E. and C. Co. has opened an undertaker's parlor at 920 North Third street Kansas City under the name of Wyatt and Randolph. Bell 'phone 2569 West. Home 'phone, 1261 West. The weather is still cool, giving us a few cuts. A swell banquet was given by a club of ladies on Flora street Friday in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Milligan. Mr. Taylor, the groceryman at 24th and Vine, is able to be at his place of business after several days illness. Rev. S W. Bacote, D. D., will make an extended trip through the South during the month of April, visiting Atlanta, Ga., and other points, where he will deliver a series of lectures. All the churches are preparing a grand Easter program. Don't miss it. Why don't you stop borrowing your neighbor's paper and buying the white man's paper Mrs A T Moore, wife of the poplar undertaker died and was laid to eternal rest on the 19th. Don't spend all your money with the Dago. He won't help you are in trouble. Mrs Milligan had a severe attack of fever, but is better. Weaver is still on McGee street. The Children's Orphaz Home society met March 9th to transact business of importance The following officers were elected President Mrs D.W.White; 1st vice president, Ila Ewing; second vice president, Mrs N B Beach, corresponding, sec'y, Mrs O B. Johnson, secretary Mrs W I. Grant; treasurer, Mrs J Edimbaco. The Treble Music club met the week at Visit I. J. Haley's, Fenth and Freeman. The next meeting. will be with Mrs O B. Johnson 1319 North Eighth street. Mr. Joan Voorhees, a prominent business man and a politician of Kansas City, is a natural born loader He is well liked by all who know him He is a race man from principle He conducts a first class restaurant and grocery, corner State and Sixth streets. Kansas City, Mo. AN IDEAL STORE. Of all establishments of its kind in Kansas City, Mo., the pioneer department store of Emery, Bird, Thayer and Co stands out most preeminent. This is because of its ever seeming and untiring desire to please each and every customer, however humble, however limited their purchases may be. We have many readers of THE PLAINDEALER who patronize this mentioned and worthy establishment, not coming from Topeka alone, but from all parts of Kansas and Missouri as well, simply from the above named reasons. Again, we might say that the fundamental principle underlying the envied position of this firm in the mercantile world, is due too, to the fact that even a child can go to said shopping mart for purchasing purposes and be assured of just as much consideration, a custom and all as would We commend to our many readers in no unmeasured terms this establishment. First, because of its past record of an indiscriminate service; second, because of its always meeting and most invariably underselling as to price its competitors. THEY ARE OFF FOR THE PIANO! Who is the Most Popular Lady? Your Vote May Decide. We are offering a 4300 piano, ladie's gold watch, a diamond ring, and a sewing machine as first, second, third and fourth prizes in the most popular lady content. The following contestants are asking you to decide who should receive these prizes: CONTESTANTS Minn Hooley Bell Morr, Coffeyville, Kansas Mrs. A. B. Montgomery, Albuquerque, N. M. Minn A. M. Hickman, Bonner Springs, Kansas Lillie Belle Gunn, Columbus Miss Maud E. Glover, Atchison Miss Mary E Mason, Gilliam, Mo Miss Beulah Campbell. North Topeka, Kansas Mrs A Scott King, Lawrence, Miss Charler Etta Nicholson. Chelsea, Okla Mrs N Overstreet. Omaha, Nebr Mrs Dorsey Green, Kansas City, Kansas. Miss Bessie M. Rumson, Kansas City, Kansas. Miss Maggie L. Johnson, Lexington, Mo Latonia Cate and Restaurant. 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. --- Have You Spare Time? Do want to employ it profitably? It so write us today. We want reliable colored male and female agents everywhere. Good pay. Outfit free. Credit given. Can be worked as a side line by Hairdressers, Agents, etc. CHOWNING CARD COMPANY, Indianapolis, Indiana. STOP AT THE TAFT. Coffeyville's best Hotel. Forty-six neatly furnished Rooms. Modern in every Particular and rates are reasonable. Jessie Higgins, Proprietor, 1211 Mulberry St. Coffeyville KAS. Physician and Surgeon. Examining Physician of the rights and duties of Protection! Special attention to diseases of women and private diseases. Office and Residence: 327 Market Street 10PKKA, KA In the District Court of Shawnee County, Kansas. The unknown heirs, devisees, administrators, executors and trustees of Eleanor W. Auld, formerly Eleanor W. Hyde, deceased. Defendants. 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 Mattie B. Baxter are plaintiffs and you and each of you are defendants, and that unless you answer 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 estats. to wit: The South one-half (1/2) of the Northwest quarter (1/4) of Section Eleven. [11] Township Thirteen, [13] range Thirteen, [13] cast of the Sixth P. M. in Shawnee County, Kansas, 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 Plaintiffs [SEAL.] Attest: R. L. THOMAS Clerk of the District Court. First published February 19th '09. PUBLICATION NOTICE. In the District Court of Shawnee County, Kansas. No. 2034. Sarah E. Hayes, Pluntul, 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. Hayes, 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 said 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 cree and custody of the minor children as prayed for in her Petition. Signed: SARAH E. HAYEN, Plaintiff, D. H. BRANAMAN. (SEAL.) Clerk District Court. First published Feb. 5, '09. SMOKY HILL RIVER DISTRICT. Rev. J. H. Van Lue was in the city last week and preached at the Second Baptist Church, Friday night. Rev. R. Cox closed his meetings at the Second Church on Wednesday night with a good success. The R. of P. hall of the Colored Knights of Pythias at Manhattan will soon be completed. This lodge is just three years old in June. Rev. C. S. Gordon, the District Missionsary, has been at home for several days at the bedside of his sick wife. We hope he will be out at his work soon, as Mrs. Gordon is better. For there is a great work to be done in our district this year and we hope that every pastor and deacon will do his part. The District Missionsary preached two noble sermons at Mt. S. Sunday and returned home Monday. OMAHA NEWS. Mrs. and Miss Overall will leave in a few days for Seattle, Wash. T. Marshall and wife entertained a few friends at whist on Monday evening, lunch being served as the finale. They will leave here in a few weeks, for Montreal, Canada. Dr. J H Hutten and J Broomfield will open a People's Drug Store on 10.h street, April 1st, with Harvey B Sunder's manager. Mrs. Eva Harding, daughter of Mrs. Bell Payne, was quietly married to G Washington, last week. F L Barnett is soliciting for the Enterprise, Henry Chiles underwent an operation at the Swedish hospital last Sunday and is improving nicely. The Progressive club will give a china party at Idlewild Hall, March 25, and all members and friends are invited. The funeral of Richard Williams was held Monday afternoon at the undertaking parlors of G W Obee, Rev Bingaman officiating. There was a large baptizing at Zion Baptist church last Sunday. Dr AG Edwards performed an operation at the Swedish hospital Tuesday afternoon. Miss Estella Tribute will give a china shower in honor of Miss Hazel Terry, who is to be married soon. The Lincoln Republican club held a meeting at Idlewild Hall on last Thursday night, over 300 being present Many prominent speakers were there and an address was delivered by the president, J G Pegg. C Cruzutt has charge again of the Country club, this season. THE STATE OF KANSAS TO ALBERT A. SHANKLE GREETING. No. 25452. You are hereby notified that you have been sued in the District Court of Shawnee county in an action in which Martha J. Shankle is plaintiff and you are defendant. That said petition was filed on the 24th day of March, 1909, and that by the prayer of said petition the said plaintiff asks that she be given a divorce from you and that she be awarded the custody of your daughter, and that you be debated from any right, title or interest in or to any property now owned or possessed or hereafter acquired by her, and such other relief as may be equitable and just. And you are further notified that unless you answer or plead to said petition on or before Friday May 7th, 1909, the statements in said petition will be taken as true and judgment will be awarded against you according to the prayer thereof, Attent: R. L. THOMAN Clerk of the District Court, Shaw neo county, Kans. [SEAL.] ROBERT STONE, Atty. Olathe, Kans, March 13th, '09 Dear Neighbors:—Your check for recent illness is just at hand and I am highly pleased with your promptness and fairness I knew that you would treat me right. for so many other members here have drawn, but I want to give you a few good words for the effect that it will have on my friends elsewhere. No one can make a mistake in coming in with the Neighbors. Your friend, LENA PRAST, 2c9 W Spruce DR. W. E. JACKSON, Physician & Surgeon 106 Kaiser Ave. Ind. Phone 918. TOPEKA Kallithrix Parlor HAIR GOODS AND HAIR ORNAMENTS MRS. M L. FIELD. 827 Kansas Ave., Topeka. Both Phones 192. Hours: 2 p. m. to 8 p. m. Both Phones 274 O. A. Taylor, M. D., Physician and Surgeon, Office 334 Kansas Ave., Over Glbiers Drug Store Across from Throop Hotel. Calls Answered Day and Night. Residence 1535 Van Buren Street TOPEKA, KA 8 Photographs Photographs The kind that is made by 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. Miss Lizzie Owens Shampooing and Straightening with the use of Mrs. C. J. Walker's Hair Grower, of Pittburg, Pa. Call Bell Phone 2947. MISSOURI PACIFIC IRON MOUNTAIN Through Train Service Between Topeka and Fort Scott, Pittsburg, Carthage, Webb City and Joplin. Leave Topkea at 9 a. m. F. E. NIPPS, Ticket Agent. TELEPHONE 371. We absolutely guarantee to immediately relieve and ultimately cure with the most won forful of scientific discoveries, all itching in diseases, Itching Piles, Eczema, Tetter, Salt Rheum, Ring Wor tberms Itch, etc. This antiseptic salve eradicates the trouble and heals the irritation permanently. Quick relief or more is refunded. At all druggists or mailed for $50. Total sample 50 for mailing. FREE—Mention this paper and receive a 250 box of DR. EMILY GAVITT'S famous pills with the first 500 order. For long and beautiful hair use Mine. It cures the scalp of all diseases, and stops it from falling out. This wonder C. J. Walker in a dream and is positive refunded. She will send to any address in the city by mail, charges prepaid, for $1.10. Afraid can purchase the grower for $700 per day, $2.50 per dozen, or $1.50 per hectare with each order. Send stamps for one of the many letters that she receives parts of the country: To the Public: This is certify that we have past four years and will say for the at that time her hair was less than tinally falling out and breaking off stantly using various preparations never more surprised than when we therefore recommend her most, so it is a discovery of her own, respectfully, Wichita, Kans. Address all communications to The W The Magic SHAMPOO DR HAIR STRAIGHT Ladies everywhere now use the Necessity. Besides being the vice for drying the hair quickly, ders in that it will surely straighten and gives it the natural fluffy appearance so much desired. Ular use will increase the grow the hair in beautiful waves. The Magic should not be judged by some of its poor imitations. Do not be deceived; get the genuine. See by this picture that you are getting a handsome toilet article for your money. The Magic Aluminum Comb is never heated direct; it takes a moderate heat from the steel bar (which alone is heated, the comb being removed for the time). It can never burn the hair or scalp. STEEL HEATING BAR ONLY $1.00 AGENT But don't MAGIC SHAMPOO NOW IS THE TIME TO CALL TOPEKA FISH & BEFORE USING certify that we have known Mme. C. J. Walker and will say for the benefit of all persons co- or Hair was less than four inches in length out and breaking off, and to our knowledge various preparations without any apparent re- prised than when we saw her hair in its pres- recommend her method and Hair Grower to G discovery of her own, found after years of rese- respectfully, REV. J. H. Wichita, Kans. MRS. J. H. communications to The Walker Mfg. Co., 2518 Wy MAGIC SHAMPOO DRIER AND STRAIGHTENER everywhere now use this great Toilet y. Besides being the only perfect de- ying the hair quickly, it works won- it will surely straighten curly hair it the natural fluffy and wavy once so much desired. Its reg- will increase the growth of beautiful waves. It should not be judged by poor imitations. Do not get the genuine. See future that you are get- some toilet article oney. Aluminum Never heated di- s a moderate steel bar is heat- being for the nev- hair SHAMPOO DRIER MFG. CO. MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. ALUMINUM COMB The Alum never b The clasps is in place turning the h the heavy stock (that is curling ar- Michael hang) slipped at knot place trained and the "Magic mug. Hum braids of lad- they would not attempt to hair without the Magic. guaranteed that it will straig- heat hair without injury to and, by keeping the head off it increases the growth of the hair hair dipped and straightened in 30 shampoo by using the Magic. Do not be desirous of limitations, but get the heat-sold to fashionable ladies always gives satisfaction. AGENTS WANTED IN EVERY But don't wait for an agent. Send for C SHAMPOO DRIER CO., MINN. E TIME TO CALL AT THE NEW EKA FISH & OSYTER MAD THE Largest Oysters and the Fine BE FOUND IN THE CITY For long and beautiful hair use Mme. C. J. Walker's wonderful hair grower It cures the scalp of all diseases, and stunts the hair at once to growing, and stops it from falling out. This wonderful preparation was discovered by Mme. C. J. Walker in a dream and is positively guaranteed to grow hair, or money refunded. She will send to any address in the city, or the U. S, a six weeks treatment by mail, charges prepaid, for $1.10. After becoming convinced of its merits, you can purchase the grower for $700 per dozen, $200 per half dozen. Pressing oil $2.50 per dozen, or $1.50 per heat dozen. Agents wanted everywhere. Instructions with each order. Send stamps for reply. One of the many letters that she receives daily from reputable people from all parts of the country: BEFORE USING This is certify that we have known Mme. C. J. Walker for the past four yrs and will say for the benefit of all persons concerned that at that tim her Hair was less than four inches in length and was continually falling out and breaking off, and to our knowledge she was constantly using various preparations without any apparent result. We were never more surprised than when we saw her hair in its present condition. We therefore recommend her method and Hair Grower to the very highest so it is a discovery of her own, found after years of research. Address all communications to The Walker Mfg. Co., 2518 Wylie Ave., Pittsburgh The MAGIC SHAMPOO DRIER AND HAIR STRAIGHTENER Ladies everywhere now use this great Toilet Necessity. Besides being the only perfect de- VICE for drying the hair quickly, it works won- ders in that it will surely straighten curly hair and gives it the natural fluffy and wavy appearance so much desired. Its reg- ular use will increase the growth of the hair in beautiful waves. The Magic should not be judged by some of its poor imitations. Do not be deceived; get the genuine. See by this picture that you are get- ting a handsome toilet article for your money. The Magic Aluminum Comb is never heated di- rect; it takes a moderate heat from the steel bar (which alone is hea- ted, the comb being removed for the time). It can nev- er burn the hair or scalp. STEEL. HEATING BAR SHAMPOO DRIER MFG. CO. MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. HOW TO USE THE MAGIC The Handsome Aluminum Comb is never heated direct. The clamps, which hold is in place, are released by turning the handle. Then the heavy steel bar is heated (like a curling iron) in gas or alcohol hump. The comb is shipped into place, the handle turned and the "Magic" is ready for use. Hundreds of ladies write us that they would not attempt to arrange their hair without the Magic. We positively guarantee that it will straighten the cur- lled hair without injury to the hair or scalp, and by keeping the hair free from dandruff, it harms the growth of the hair. Hair dried and straightened in 30 minutes after shampoo by using the Magic. ONLY $100 AGENTS WANTED IN EVERY TOWN But don't wait for an agent. Send for it today. MAGIC SHAMPOO DRIER CO., MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA NOW IS THE TIME TO CALL AT THE NEW TOPEKA FISH & OSYTER MARKET Best, Largest Oyster THAT CAN BE FOUND IN THE Best, Largest Oysters and the Finest Fish THAT CAN BE FOUND IN THE CITY Independent Phone 1889 Bell Phone 1880 The Ph Wholes and Retail D. WOO Propriet 323 KANSAS AVENUE TOPEKA, KANS AND GET THE Independent Phone 1889 Bell Phone 1880 BUILD UP A BUSINESS. WANTED-To start 1000 hustling doing young Negro men and women into a new, profitable, independent business among two wealthy white people of your home community. new inv a canvassing. Enclose two cent stamp for information Address, Albert Ross, Business department, Western University, Quindaro, Kansas. C. J. Walker’s wonderful hair grower mits the hair at once to growing, and preparation was discovered by Mme. by guaranteed to grow hair, or money. ly, or the U.S., a six weeks treatment ar becoming convinced of its merits, you given, $200 per half dozen. Pressing oil Agents wanted everywhere. Instruc- reply. is daily from reputable people from all known Mme, C. J. Walker for the benefit of all persons concerned that four inches in length and was con- and to our knowledge she was con- without any apparent result. We were saw her hair in its present condition. Good and Hair Grower to the very high- und after years of research. REV. J. H. VANLUE. MRS. J. H. VANLUE. Walker Mfg. Co., 2518 Wylie Ave., Pitts- GIC RIER ANL HTENER is great Toilet only perfect de- t works won- curly hair and wavy reg- 息 of ER MFG. CO. S, MINN. HOW TO USE THE MAGIC The Handsome Aluminum Comb is never heated direct. The clasps, which hold is in place, are released by turning the handle. Then the heavy steel bar is heated (the a curling iron) in gas or Michael bung. The comb is slipped at knot place, the handle tipped and the "Magic" is ready for use. Jim froda of ladie a writes us sh they would not attempt to arrange their hair without the Magic. We positively guarantee that it will straighten the cur- lled hair without injury to the hair or scalp and, by keeping the handle from dandruff, it increases the growth of the hair. Hair and straightened in 30 minutes after work by using the Magic. Buy the genuine, best-sold to fashionable ladies for years, it lives satisfaction. IS WANTED IN EVERY TOWN wait for an agent. Send for it today. DRIER CO., MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA AT THE NEW OSYTER MARKET ers and the Finest Fish CITY The Ploo Wholesale and Retail D. WOOLF Proprietor TOPEKA,&KANSA Kansas City, Kansas,the Mecca for Shoppers Some Leading Firms of That Hustling Business Center Kansas City Locals Such institutions as the Peoples' National Bank, Kansas City, is an honor to the middle west. It is one of the strongest financial institutions in the city, and we take great pleasure in commending it to our readers as a good place to do a banking business. It is conducted by experience I financiers which has placed it in the front rank of bank ing concerns. Mr. G. C. Smith, president of bank, was cashier of the First National Bank of Ottawa for 25 years. He is one of the best financiers in the west, and his coming to the People's National has added greatly to the thrift of the business. Cunningham Bros. Woolen Co., of Kansas City, Mo., Manufacturers of the finest Woolen Goods in the Middle West. They sell direct to the trade from the manufacturer, direct to the last man, the very latest patterns. Mr. Leo Schmidt, manager of the Kansas City house has been with this firm for the last twenty-five years, which shows that he is an excellent business man of great ability. The success of the Kansas City house is due largely to its good manager. Cunningham Bros. Woolen Co., St. Louis, St. Paul, Kansas City. Officers: New York, London, Paris, Berlin. For Druge, Prescriptions of all kinds, go to The Viaduct Pharmacy of this city. They carry a full line of Toilet Articles, Key West and Domestic Cigars. 400 Minnesota Avenue, Kansas City, Kansas. PARSONS ITEMS. The Richard and Pringles Minstrels gave two very good performances in the city on Saturday. The band of Arab Acrobats were exceptionally good. Mrs. Lulu Scott of Kansas City, Mo. and her sister, Miss Caddie Barnes, of Chicago, have returned to Parsons and will move in their beautiful home on Clark Ave. Rev. J. R. Ransom is in the city and will preach Tuesday night at the A. M. B. church. Mr. and Mrs. Walker Porter have moved in their beautiful home on West Corning Ave. The Home Mission Circle rendered a good program Sunday night at the A. M. B. church to a large audience. Little Elmor Washington is confined to his bed with pneumonia. Hark, what is that I hear? It's the street can coming up the hill. The W. C. L. L. will tender a program Friday night, March 26, at the A. M. B. church. Mrs. Louise Weir will entertain the Rose of Sharon Club at her home March 25. Mr. Walter N. Williams, ex-owner of Labette county, can now be seen with books and penal taking personal taxes. He is the first colonel man to be honored asseson in this part of the state. We feel proud of Mr. Williams and glory in his appointment. Mrs. Harwell, who lives on East Clark street, is continued to her bed. Dan. Howard and Lewis Lloyd wrote on the jury for this term of the district court. Mr. Lewis Laster returned to Gate more last Sunday morning. Wrestling matches are all the sport in Parsons, and George Preston is getting to be a champion. Mrs. Ryle of Muskogee is in the city visiting her son, Sidney Ryle. Mrs. Sidney Ryle has been sick about two weeks, but at this waiting is improving. Not only works but latter on the place our line. LEXINGTON ITEMS Mrs. Fannett Mickle of Kansas City and Mrs. Robt Graham Johnson of La poke, Iam, are the guests of Mrs. Rosa Harris of Lexington, Ms. Mrs. Linnola Johnson give a reception in honor of Mrs. L. Mickle and Mrs. Robt. Graham Johnson Tuesday afternoon. They reported an enjoyable time. 16 TROLLEY CARS DAILY Leavenworth----Kansas City YOUR PATRONAGE IS SOLICITED. Regular cars leave Fort Regulari car leave Thrla Half hour car's Sunday, an First car leaves Thr la and D First car leaves Fort Leaven Last car leaves Fort Leaven Last car leaves United and D nights Last car leaves 12:00 midnight. First car leaves Kansas City, Last car leaves vs. nsa^c (Tt). Saturday and Sunday niz and First car will leave at One way ticket 10 cents, round Commutation books who's Communication book go off five rie book, go off for one person stly d i), 86 The Kansas J. W. The Comme tars leave Fort Leavenworth fifteen minutes after each car leave. Thir and Dell are street thirty minutes after cars sundays and Sundays when the weather is nice. Tars Thir and Dell are six thirty a.m. Tars Fort Leavenworth seven fifteen a.m. Tars Fort Leavenworth at ten fifteen p.m. Tars United and Daware at thirty p.m. except Saturday and Last car leaves Fort Leavenworth 11 45 p.m. and Third and midnight. Tars Kansas City, Ms. Tenth and Main at 60 a.m. Tars Kansas City, Ms. Tenth and Main, 11 15 p.m. (Theatre and Night's theatre car will leave Tenth and Main car will leave at 12 midnight. Ticket 20 cents, round trip five days limited, 75c, upon bad round station books whole family can ride, fifty tickets good for one station book good for one person, ninety days, fifty rides, 411 book, good for one person six months, $7.20. Twenty five rides sixty days, $6.00. Kansas City-Western Railway J. W. Richardson, Gen. Supt. Commercial National B Regular cars leave Fort Leavenworth fifteen minutes after each hour. Regular cars leave Thirl and Delaware street thirty minutes after each hour Half hour cars Sundays and Sundays when the weather is nice Last car leaves Ind and Delaware at 11:30 p.m., except Saturday and Sunday nights. Last car leaves Fort Leavenworth at 11:45 p.m., and Third and Delaware 12 no midnight. First car leaves Kansas City, Ms. Tenth and Main at 10 a.m. Last car leaves Kansas City, Ms. Tenth and Main, at 11 p.m. (theatre car) except Saturday and Sunday nights theatre car will leave Tenth at Main at 11 p.m. and last car will leave 12 no midnight. Ono way ticket 70 cents, round trip five days limited, 75c, upon bad round trip. See Commutation books whole family can ride, fifty tickets good for one year, $11.00. Commutation book good for one person, ninety days, fifty rides, $11.00. Twenty five ride book, good for one person six months, $7.70. Twenty five ride book for one person sixty days, $0.00. The Kansas City-Western Railway Co. J. W. RICHARDSON, Gen. Supt. KANSAS CITY. : KANSAS. Statement of Counitlon P. W. GOEBFL. President. 2d Vice President. K. L. G. J. BISHOP, ASST Cash FALCONER, SCOTT AT of Counition at Close of Business February DIRECTORS. BFL. President. A.C. FASENMYER, Vice President. J President. K. L. BROWNE, 3d Vice Pres. C. L. BROKAW SHOP, Asst Cashier, J. V. ANDREWS. J. R. CHAPMAN ONER, SCOTT HOPKINS. W.T. MAUNDER. E S MEAN Statement of Counition at Close of Business February 5, 1909. P. W. GOEBFL, President. A.C. PASENMYER, Vice President. J. A. HIRSF. 2d Vice President. K. L. BROWNE, 3d Vice Pres. C. L. BROKAW, Cashier. G. J. BISHOP, Asst Cashier. J. V. ANDREWS. J. R. CHAPMAN. J. C. FALCONER, SCOTT HOPKINS. W.T. MAUNDER. E S McANANY. OUR POLICY AND RESULTS. The bank started in 1897 with FIRST: No loans to any one and no officer or director acco SECOND. All loans to be a ning of at least three directors THIRD. All officers and cl To the consistent carrying efficient service and as libr banking we ascribe our gratifi The Bank's history dates fromness May 1, 1897. It continues with $200,000 00 capital on July deposits on February 6, the da are as follows: started in 1897 with a distinct, and then new and peculiar poli- No loans to any officer or director, no overdrafts to any officer or director accepted as security for a loan. All loans to be approved in writing by a discount committee at three directors. All officers and clerks bonded by a corporate surety bond. Consistent carrying out of these policies, coupled with device and as liberal accommodations as are consistent with describe our gratifying growth and success. Its history dates from its organization as a State Bank, commenced 1897. It continued to grow steadily and re organized a Nat 000 capital on July 1, 1902, with deposits at that time of $605, February 6, the date of the statement, and each year since: The bank started in 1897 with a distinct, and then new and peculiar policy, namely: FIRST: No loans to any officer or director, no overdrafts to any officer or director and no officer or director accepted as security for a loan. SECOND. All loans to be approved in writing by a discount committee, consisting of at least three directors. (THIRD) All officers and clerks bonded by a corporate surety bond. To the consistent carrying out of these policies, coupled with prompt and efficient service and as liberal accommodations as are consistent with good banking we ascribe our gratifying growth and success. The Bank's history dates from its organization as a State Bank, commencing business May 1, 1897. It continued to grow steadily and reorganized a National Bank with $200,000 00 capital on July 1, 1902, with deposits at that time of $605,987.79. The deposits on February 6, the date of the statement, and each year since that time, are as follows: 1903 - $870,482.55 1904 - 1,440,937.16 1905 - 1,451,526.76 1906 - 82,547,449.22 1907 - 4,286,218.20 1908 - 3,768,681.20 1909 - 86,590,611.43 No Now You T when buying anything in tion filled at the closest and Quindaro, as we em- cadeaver to serve your We carry a comp Sick Room Necessaries, A. C. CO 19th and Quindaro A. H. Sch Seve Dry Goods, Fam FRUIT NEW F Oldest he OUR SP Full Line handle only all parts o No Novices Here You Take no Chances Using anything in the DRUG line or having any at the closest store to your University, locate Daro, as we employ only competent men who w to serve your wonts. Carry a complete line of Silver Articles, Stati n Necessaries, also Devon Paints and Oils at he C. COOKE, Drugg and Quindaro Bvld. 18th and Quindaro I. Schweikhaus --- No Novices Here You Take no Chances when buying anything in the DRUG line or having any Prescription filled at the closest store to your University, located at 19th and Quindaro, as we employ only competent men who will always endeavor to serve your wonts. We carry a complete line of Silver Articles, Stationery and Sick Room Necessaries, also Devco Paints and Oils at both stores, A. C. COOKE, Druggist, 19th and Qairdaro Bvld. 18th and Qundaro Bvld. A. H. Schweikhaus FOODS, Fancy Groceries and M FRUITS AND VEGETABLES W FRONT Oldest here- Handle the Highest G OUR SPECIALTY: Fancy Fruits, Full Line of Paints in Kansas City, K handle only Hughes' Paints. Prompt all parts of the city. Dry Goods, Fancy Groceries and Meats. FRUITS AND VEGETABLES Oldest here- Handle the Highest Grade Meats. OUR SPECIALTY: Fancy Fruits, Etc. Best Full Line of Paints in Kansas City, Kansas. We handle only Hughes' Paints. Prompt Delivery to all parts of the city. Bell Phone West 1027. KAI minutes after each hour. thirty minutes after each hour weather is nice m. m. m. except Saturday and Sunday 45 p.m. and 11 p.m. alef 10 a.m. 11 15 p.m. (theatre car) except ave length and Main at 11 p.m. , 75e, unplanned round trip, one tickets good for one year, $1100, days, fifty rides, $1100. Twenty , $25 '00. Twenty five ride book for tern Railway Co. Gen. Supt. national Bank, business February 5, 1909. R. Vince President. J. A. HIRSE, res. C. L. BROKAW, Cashier. WN. J. R. CHAPMAN. J. C. AUNDER. E S McANANY. in new and peculiar policy, namely: overdrafts to any officer or director as loan. by a discount committee, consist- porate surety bond. policies, coupled with prompt and as are consistent with with good access. as a State Bank, commencing busi- d reorganised a National Bank at that time of $605,381.78. The and each year since that time. s Here Chances one or having any Prescrip- University, located at 19th retent men who will always ver Articles, Stationery and nts and Oils at both stores, , Druggist, th and Quindaro Bvld. naus business ries and Meats. ETABLES NT. the Highest Grade Meats. Fancy Fruits, Etc. Best Kansas City, Kansas. We ints. Prompt Delivery to Seven Years in Business 1741 Quindaro Bouleard. KANS. KANSAS CITY. KANS. Pharmacy Pure Drugs, Medicines, Perfumes, and Toilet articles. Fifteen years in Drug Business in Kansas City, Kan. Manufacturer of Dr. Russell's Celery Headache Powder and Dr. Russell's White Pine Cough Syrup. Russell's Park Pharmacy 500 Quindaro Blvd. KANSAS CITY KA9 OLD WORLD NEWS! (From Our Own Correspondent) During the past week Europe seems to have taken great interest in both Asia and Africa and some very interesting letters have appeared here in the papers. Dr. M. A. Stein, the eminent Oriental scholar and explorer, dealt with the results of his work in Central Asia from 1906 to 1908 in a paper read before the Royal Geographical Society. While five long matches from the edge of the Tunhuang oasis, Dr. Stein first sighted remains of turned watch towers and soon came upon traces of an ancient wall connecting them. This was accurately surveyed from Anshi over a distance of 110 miles. The ruins proved to belong to an early system of frontier defense, corresponding in character to the extant "great wall" on the Kansas border, massive watch towers usually rising at intervals of two to three miles along the wall. From Chinese records, mostly on wood or bamboo, which the excavation of almost every run yielded in plenty, the explorer made certain that this frontier line dated back to the end of the second century B. C. when Chinese expansion into Central Asia first began under the Emperor Wu tu. Actually dated documents commencing with the year 99 B. C. showed that the regular garrisoning of the border wall continued throughout the century, and probably for the greatest part of its length down to the middle of the second century A. D. The wall showed everywhere a uniform thickness of 8 feet, is still in places over 10 feet in height, and watch towers, ordinarily built of sun dried bricks, rose in one solid square mass to heights of 30 feet or more. A solid block of halls, nearly 500 feet long, and with walls of 6 feet thickness, and still 25 feet or so in height, at first puzzled him greatly by its palace-like look and dimensions. Indeed, it dated records of the first century B. C. near by them told him that it had been constructed as a great magazine for the troops garrisoning the line of passing along it. Following close upon Dr Stein's paper is another written by Mr. Hesketh Bell whose literary powers are well known. Describing Bukoh the land on the naked people he says the country is densely populated by primitive and warlike tribes, who possess no political or organization. The district was a revoltion to him. Though I had heard already on the enormous density of the population, and on the remarkable patch to which they had caused their civilization on the land, my trip led me with amazement. "We traveled for two days through embittering scarcity and have used a country the like of which is, probably, not to be seen in any other part of Mina. "The great green mass of Mount Hagen Hound test high, towards up into the clouds, and its mighty buttes stretch far out into the surrounding plain. But instead of the tangled invariance of wild tropical vegetation, which would usually characterize such a scene in Mina, the eye was almost equally composed by the sight of almost unseen cultivation. Dotted all about in wonderful pro- duction on the great dome shaped out of the Bigelow, looking like numerous blues, each one danked by one or two smaller but moving no granules. , DEALER IN .. Groceries, Meats, Fruits and Vegethbles We make a specialty of Pure Home-made Lard and our Coffee is the best the market affords. We deliver to all ports of the city, and solicit your trade 806 Minnesota Ave. KANSAS CITY, KAS. morrow there is barely a trace of organization of any kind. The northern people take amusing precautions with regard to bachelors. All the ladies and married young men are made to sleep in small specially constructed huts raised high up on posts. Access to the doors is only gained by a ladder which is carefully removed as soon as the young man have been safely disused for the night. "I was told that almost all of the tribes that are shown under these human present are still take foot prints would inhabit an attempt at a nocturnal excursion "The people are all persons and each man seems as many wives as he can purchase or capture" Speaking of Abveni, Dr. Notgraff, the new political advisor to King Menelik, says: The reports of Monchk's serious illness were circulated by the English to alarm the French to such extent that they would abandon their railway schemes in Abysmia. As a matter of fact the Abysmian railway bill has been withdrawn from the French chamber of deputies. Monchk is now sixty-five years of age, and is certainly a prey to disease. The internal disorder has caused him much trouble during recent years, but their is no immediate danger for his life. "In my opinion there is no danger for European residents in Abyssinia in case or Monohk's death, and it may be antidated that the Abyssinians will remain quiet if there is a change of monarch. If Monohk names his successor in his last will and testament, this successor will certainly be recognized throughout Abyssinia. It would not be possible for any false prophet to cause disturbances to any extent." At the coming (March 27) South London Musical Festival there will be a musical competition for prizes to be presented by Princess Christian. It has just been published that the first piece selected for the tenor soloist is Mr. S. Coleridge Taylor's Onaway, Awake, Beloved." from his famous cantata "Jiawatha." LINCOLN INSTITUTE NOTES. Through the efforts of Dr. Allen the student body and faculty of Lincoln Institute have held within the last few weeks a valuable host of intellectual "good things," including lectures from some of the prominent Missouri legislators, the chaplain of the house, Rev. Dr. A. M. Martin, Representatives Lockhart and Rose, and an illustrated lecture on tuberculosis by Dr. Bishop of St. Louis were among the number Kansas City. Principal I. Salas Hunt sout of the institute, an thanks a representative some other sport team certainly not after school excellent attendance in physical education at the The Honorable Mr. Swinger, the town of the state of Missouri who now for several years has given a gold medal to the senior and making the highest average for the year has removed his offer for the year 1904 and President When others now for the second time gold medal to the sophomore and who holds for the two years of normal work. A medal, for the first time will be awarded the student who makes the best mark in scientific and practical agriculture, by Missouri, W. A. Dallmeyer and James Houchin, wealthy citizens of Jackson City. LOCAL AND PERSON L. Mrs. Mabel Brooks is visiting in Kansas City. Mr. Lee Johnson of Purcell, Okla was in the city one day last week. Rev. William Walker of St. Joseph, Mo. was in the city several days last week on business. The family ot Dr. T. P. Martin arrived this week from New Jersey to reside permanently. Mr James Bailey, formerly a Topekan, arrived this week from Davenport, Ia, to visit relatives and friends. Mr. Ica Smith was again called to his home in Pleasanton, Sunday, having received news of the death of his father Mrs. Clark and Miss Manie Carr tor of Eckridge are visiting Mrs. Clark's sons, Lemon and Neeson. NOTICE to all contestants.--Please send your photographs to make newspaper cuts from. We will return them as soon as used. Mrs Annis Garrett and Master Leon Jordan of Kansas City, Mo. The guests of Mr. and Mrs. J.M. right. Miss Ella Wintle left Thursday for Chicago, Ill. and Kalamazoo, Mich. where she will visit her sisters, Mrs. Mrs H. C. Horton and Mrs. J. T. Small. What lady wants a piano, gold watch, diamond ring or sewing machine free? Enter the prize contest. The one who sends the most money gets the piano, second, gold watch. third, diamond ring, fourth, sewing machine. Everybody get busy. --- Miss Inez Wood, formerly a teacher in the public schools of this city, but who now teaches in Kansas City, was called to her home in Strong City this week on account of the death of her brother, John. --- Mra. R. W. Cannon visited her Brother in Kansas City last week, and on her return spent a few days In Lawrence with her brother, Dr. Young Considerable interest was manifested at Y. M. C. A. headquarters last Friday night by Topeka's local fraternity and society, the occasion for which was the mock trial of Dr. W. Roger Russell, our local dentist The evidence being all in by ten o'clock, counsel for both sides moved adjournment of court till the 1 rd day to lowing. A box bidding social attended by the clite of our young ladies, followed. LANE CHAPEL C. M. E. CHURCH The first impression one gets when entering the church is that he is among Christian people. The next is that he is going to hear a good sermon. So it is no longer a wonder why such large crowds attend Lane chapel these days. The Sunday school is still increasing; also the Epworth league at 6:30 p.m. A large audience greeted Dr F T. Lee of Washburn college last Sunday morning, who delivered a very interesting and instructive sermon. Dr. Lee was well pleased with the congregation. Rev Olden spoke Sunday evening on "Negro Citizenship a Farce" It was an able lecture. He will address the mothers and daughters at Lane chapel Next Sunday at 3 p.m. Dr. C. F. Moore, presiding elder cf Oklahoma conference, will preach next Sunday morning and evening Don't forget the entertainment cn April 1st. Mrs. Ed. Greer left Sunday for Chicago and De Molnes Iowa. Miss Mabel Robertson left Sunday for Kansas City, after a two months visit with her aunt, Mrs. Ed Greer. Mrs R S Sims and daughters, Henrietta and Wivian, spent last week in Newton Missa Maude Davis and Bertha Byrd of Lawrence spent Sunday in the city, guests of Miss Flessie Moselcy. Mrs. H. J Lacy, assisted by her daughters, Mrs B H Lacy and Miss Ophelia, entertained for Mrs Lee Jefferson of Colorado Springs and Mrs. Bowman of Oklahoma at a four course dinner at her home, 14c6 Tyler street. Mrs. Dhiza Caldwell and her little granddaughter and Mrs. Lee Jellerson of Colorado Springs a few days visit with Dr and Mrs. W. W. Cald well and Mrs. Katherine Jones in Atchison Quarterly meeting at St. Mark's A. M. E. church next Sunday at three o'clock. The presiding elder will be present. The pastors of the city are invited to attend. --- Passed to a Higher Life. Charles Smith, aged 68 years, died Sunday at his home in Pleasanton, Kansas. He was born in Harrison ville, Mo, and when in his teens ran away from slavery and settled in Linn county. When colored men were called to arms to defend the Union, he enlisted in the first Negro regiment sent to the front from Kansas as corporal in E company, 79th U. S: Volunteer Infantry, serving three and one half years. At the close of the war he returned to Linn county, where he has since resided Mr. Smith had been ailing for several months, and owing to his advanced age, his recovery was hardly to be expected, yet his death came as a sad blow to the loved ones who survive him. Funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon at the A. M. L. church, of which he was an active member. He was a respected member of Jewell Post, No. 3, G. A R, under whose auspices the funeral was held. He leaves a wife, a daughter, two sons and several grandchildren, to whom is extended the deepest sympathy of numerous friends. "Uracle Charlie," as he was affectionately called, was held in high esteem by all who knew him. The members of his post, who were all white, showed their respect in various ways during his illness, and his pall bearers were chosen from among them. He lived a life of devotion to Christian principles, and now has gone to obtain his reward. Peace to his ashes' --- FIRST AFRICAN A large congregation attended the morning service. The pastor delivered a good sermon from the subject "Striving to win the prize." The primary pupils of the Sabbath school will render appropriate and interesting Eister exercises. Special Eister anthems are being practiced by the chou. The Willing Workers met this week with Mrs. Tennie Thompson. The sewing circle met last week with Mrs. Eusan Tellis on Washington street. The True Reformers installed officers Wednesday night at the C M E church An attractive musical program was rendered, in which the choir of this church participated Mrs. Roundtree of Omaha is visiting Mrs Gaines Rev Nicholson, pastor of the Presbyterian church, was in Iola and Olathe on business. We are in receipt of an invitation to attend the twenty fifth anniversary of the wedding of Mr. and Mrs. B. H Hoover, April 29th, at Covington, Ky. Mr Howard is Grand Exalted Ruler of I BPOE of W There is to be a debate at the Presbyterian church April 5th between the law students of K U. and Washburn college The public is cordially invited to witness a very interesting program to be rendered on this occasion Watch for further announcement The Fleur de Lay club met with Mrs. H. W. King Wednesday of last week. The club decided to take up the study of Kansas Visitors, Mrs. Eugene Lett of Lawrence and Miss Lulu Harris After partaking of a two course luncheon the club adjourned to meet with Mrs. J D. Phelpe, 630 Western avenue. In the District Court of Shawnee County, State of Kansas, and county of Shawnee. Charles Terry, Defendant. PUBLICATION NOTICE. State of Kansas, Shawnee County, S3 The State of Kansas To Charles Terry, Greeting: You are hereby notified and warned that the said above named plaintiff, Mrs E R. Compton, has commenced her action in the above named court asking for judgment in the sum of $15 50 on an open ac count for board, and for her costs. You are further notified that garnishment summons have been issued to the A. T. and S. F Ry. company, and they have answered $1550 due. Now, therefore if you fail to appear and answer to the allegations of the plaintiff's bill of particulars on or before the 27th day of April, A D 1909, at 9 o'clock a.m, all the allegations and averments there of will be taken as true and judgment rendered accordingly, for said plaintiff and against you in the sum of $15 50 and for her costs and said money so in the hands of said garrnushee as aforesaid will be ordered paid into court. ARTHUR J. BOLINGER. Attorney for Plaintiff. Clerk of the Court of Topeka. First published March 12.h, 09. OF ADMINISTRATOR. In the mat.er of the estate of John M. Herron, Deceased. State of Kansas, Shawnee County. Notice is hereby given that the undersigned, Arthur J Bolinger, was appointed as administrator of the estate of John M Herron, deceased, by the Honorable Probate Court of Shawnee County, Kansas, on the sixth (6) day of February, A D. 1909, and that I have duly qualified for said office. All persons having claims against said estate will present the same. In witness whereof I have here unto set my hand this 5th day of February, A D., 1909. ARTHUR J. BOLINGER First published Feb'y 12th, 1909. PUBLICATION NOTICE. In the District Court of Shawnee County, and State of Kansas. A. J, Joseph, Plaintiff. vs No 25,386 M. Joseph, Defendant. State of Kansas, Shawnee County, es: to M. Joseph. You will take notice that A.J Joseph on the 18:h day of February, 1909, filed her petition for a divorce in the District Court of Shawnee County, Kansas, cause, abandonment and gross neglect of duty Unless you answer on or before April 9.h, 1909, said petition will be taken as true and a decree of divorce will be granted in pursuance thereof. Clerk of the District Court [SEAL] First published Feb'y 19th '09 Wolff's Banquet Hams Better ham cannot be had—better ham is impossible. Wolff's Banquet Hams are selected from the choicest pork, and it takes ninety days to prepare them for the market. 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