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THE TOPEKA PLAINDEALER All True Kansas Republicans are Eagerly Watching to See David Wagstaff Slay Goliath Stubbs PROF. E. L. PAYNE IN THE RACE! Professor of Mathematics, Kansas State Normal Announces His Candidacy for Republican Nomination for State Superintendent of Public Instruction. VOLUME XII. All True Kansas R PROF. E. L. P Professor of Mathematics, nounces His Candidacy nation for State of Public I To the Republicans of Kansas: The Republicans from all sections of the state have urged me to become a candidate for the office of state superintendent of public instruction, subject to the action of the Republican primaries. In announcing my candidacy for the office I wish to make the following statements: am a Republican and desire the success of the party in both state and nation, and believe that we, as Republicans, ought to drop all differences, if there be such, and work to that end. 3 The children of the state have a right by inheritance to the best facilities for an education that the state can give: the best schoolhouses, the best equipment, the best teachers and the best text-books. If I am elected to the office it shall be my purpose in the selection of text books, to secure books that will give the best results to the children of the state, and that will measure up to the requirements of the laws of the state. 3 In order that the interests of the parent and the taxpayer may be protected I shall favor the retention of all text books that meet the requirements of the law and that have proved satisfactory to the people of the state. 4. It shall be my purpose to promote, to the best of my ability, all educational movements that have been inaugurated for the upbuilding of our school interests, and I shall do all in my power to encourage the teaching of agriculture and domestic science wherever it can be profitably done. 5 If I am elected to this office I shall enter upon its duties unhampered, and it shall always be my endeavor to conduct the affairs of the office upon a high plans of efficiency and integrity. 6. For more than a quarter of a century I have been engaged in school work in the state, as teacher in district schools, superintendent of town schools, county superintendent of schools of Reno county, teacher of mathematics in the Kansas State Normal School, as a teacher in Normal Institutes and as a lecturer on educational subjects before institutes and teachers' associations. 7. My opponent, Mr. E T. Fairchild, is now serving his second term in this office and is asking for a third term. The unwritten law of the Republican party of the state has been that a man shall have but two terms in a state office. I have always respected this unwritten law, and shall continue to do so 8 If elected to the office of state superintendent of public instruction, I shall do all in my power to carry out the declaration set forth, to give to the commonwealth administration that will need no apology Respectfully, E L PAYNE SUPERINTENDENT Emporia Gazette, January 28, '10. The friends of Ell Lawrence PEKA, KANSAS, FRIDAY MORNING, APRIL 8, 1910. Payne of Emporia will be pleased to know that he has announced his candidacy for the Republication nomination for state superintendent of public instruction. He will have the support of thousands of school men all over Kansas. He was born in a log house situated six miles southeast of Bloomington, Ill., in McLean county. He was reared and lived in the country until he was twenty-four years of age. As to scholarship, he was graduated from the public schools of Illinois in 1870, and holds four diplomas from the State Normal School of Kansas that are life certificates to teach. He was awarded the degree of Bachelor of Pedagogy from a five year course in a state Normal school, the degree of Bachelor of Letters from Lincoln University (now known as Lincoln college of Milliken University, situated at Lincoln, Ill.) the degree of Master of Science from the College of Emporia, the state college of the Presbyterian church of Kansas, and he took post graduate courses in pedagogy and mathematics at the University of Chicago, also at the University of Indiana. He will have the united support of his friends in this part of Kansas and will strengthen the Republican ticket when he is nominated. His experience as a teacher has been wide and varied. He was teacher for eleven years in district and city schools first to twelfth grades inclusive; later county superintendent of schools for four years of Reno county, Kansas. This county is larger than the state of Rhode Island and at that time employed 200 teachers. He was assistant in mathematics in the Kansas State Normal School from April, 1891, to June, 1897, and associate professor of mathematics from June, 1897, to 1899. He has been head professor of mathematics in the Kansas State Normal School from June, 1899, to the present time. At some seasons of the year the mathematics department of this school enrolls from 850 to 900 students. His total service in the Kansas State Normal School is more than eighteen years—continuous, which is four years longer service in this capacity than any other person since the school was founded forty-five years ago. Mr. Payne had charge of the mathematical department in the Garden of the Gods Summer school, Colorado Springs, in 1905, and he has taught in teachers' institutes in Kansas and lectured to teachers' associations in his own state and in Indiana for the past twenty five years. He will make an aggressive fight for the nomination. COFFEYVILLE, KANS. During the past few weeks many homes in this city have been visited by death and many have been summoned to realms of rest. Mr. Morgan died March 18 at his home on Maple street, after suffering for some time of dropsy. He was an old resident of the city and owned a great deal of property. He leaves a widow and other relatives and friends to mourn his loss. His funeral was held from the A. M. E church, Rev. A. H. Brooks, the pastor, officiating. Henry Smith, a former resident of this place was brought to this city very sick from Claremore, Okla., a short time prior to his death, on March 22, of appendicitis. He was fifty years of age. He is survived by a widow, two daughters, a son and other relatives. Rev. A. H. Brooks conducted the funeral at the A. M. E. church. Howard Surveyor died at his home on E. Seventh street March 26, aged twenty years. Funeral services were held from the A. M. E. church Monday, Rev. A. H Brooks officiating. Mr. Sunday was one of Coffeyville's best citizens—a fine young man in every respect. He was a favorite among the students of the high school, from which he graduated a year ago. His gentle manner and pleasing disposition won for him hosts of friends. A mother, sister and other relatives deeply feel the loss of one they loved so dearly. Mrs. L. Rone has just returned from Osawatomie where she visited her husband, who is in the dining car service from that point west on the Missouri Pacific. Mrs Etta Brooks has returned from Osawatomie, where she visited her sister, Mrs. M. Stanley. Mr. and Mrs. J. B Stradford of Tulsa, Okla., spent Sunday with their daughter. Mrs. S. G. Toole, Mrs. Nannie Arooks will spend a few days in Independence. Mrs. Georgia Baskette has returned from a visit to her parents in Vinfta, Okla. Easter Sunday marked another successful event in the history of the Bethel A. M. E. church. The final report of the rally was made as follows: Gold division, 196 50; Silver division, $118; total, $314 50 C. B. BURGE. A unique post card invitation Republicans to attend the primaries August 2 is being sent out by Mr. Burge, the popular and well liked candidate for county clerk of Shaw. 100 C, H, HURGE nee county. He is making a clean, vigorous campaign and if he sails to secure the nomination, it will be no foul of his. He has many friends among the laboring men, and says that prospects for success never looked brighter. His motto, which is a splendid one reads: "No fauorites, courteous, prompt attention and a fasr, square handling of the public's affra." LAWRENCE, KANSAS. Mesdames Nellie and Lizzie Smith and Esterly of Topeka were visitors in Lawrence Sunday. Virgil Tompkins of Oskaloosa was the guest of Miss Bertie Ellis Easter. Mrs. Jennie Spenoer spent Easter in Topeka. N. G. Walker of Denver was the guest of Miss Mabel Gleed Easter. Mrs. Grace Fortson entertained the stewardess board of St. Luke church Monday. The Sierra Leone club was entertained pleasantly by Mrs. George King Tuesday afternoon. An interesting talk by Mrs. Maggie Smith on "Salt Lake City" was enjoyed. Sec'y R, O. Bedford of the board of trustees of Tuskegee Institute was the guest of W. O. Brown an hour or so last week. The members of Warren Street Baptist church have extended a call to Rev Jackson of Fulton, Mo The friends of Mrs. M. McKee were deeply pained to hear of her death which occurred in Leavenworth on the 1st. The family has the heartfelt sympathy of friends who knew and loved her. A very pretty wedding was solemnized last evening at the home of Mr. and Mrs. R. H. McPike when their daughter, Melissa May and Mr. Paul Caldwell were united in marriage. Rev. C. H. Caldwell of Tonganoxie, father of the groom, performed the ceremony promptly at eight o'clock. The bride wore a becoming gown of white satin, elaborately trimmed and carried a bouquet of white carnations. She was attended by Miss Barker and Mr. H. Walker acted as best man. The dining room was beautifully decorated with clusters of carnations. Those who assisted in the dining room were Misses Pearl Phillips, Mary McGlvens, Ethel Lee, Emily Prather and Mesdames Vivian Monroe and Ella Bowers. The friends of the young couple crowded the rooms and presented many valuable presents. Out of town guests were Misses Lilian, Laura and Nettie Caldwell and Rev. C. H. Caldwell of Tonganoxie. Rev. J. M. Brown was called to Topeka last week on account of the illness of his sister, Mrs. Raynor. Basil Jordan of Denver, Colo., formerly of Lawrence, was in the city Sunday. Clarence Gleed spent Easter in Kansas City, the guest of F. D. Gleed, Jr. Mr. E. S. Baker of Kansas University spent Easter in Kansas City. Mrs. Carrie Overstreet, Mrs. A. Porter and William Carter were called to Kansas City last week on account of the death of Mr Trail Mrs Core Young of St Louis is the guest of Mrs Cyrus Richardson Mrs Hattie Morrison of Buxton, Ia, has charge of the rooming department at the King hotel. J. H. Bowers of Lansing visited relatives here last week. Miss Ruby Thornton will give a talk at the Forum on the 17th, sub- NUMBER 14 ject "The Church and the State." J. C. Ross read a very fine paper at the Forum, subject, "Impurities of Water." Miss Dott MoNutt, who teaches school in Rosedale, visited her mother last week. Prof. S. M. Peace made an interesting talk to the Y. M. C. A. last Sunday afternoon. Special services were held at St. Luko A. M. E. church Sunday. Rev. J. L. Craw assisted Rev. J. M. Brown and preached an excellent sermon in the afternoon. Total collection, $350. Mr. Richard Harris of Topeka spent Saturday in Lawrence. Misses Gertrude and Grace Mo-Williams have returned from Kansas City, where they spent Easter. PRATT ITEMS. Mother Tumbleson is recovering from her recent illness. Rev. and Mrs. Turner left last week for wichita where they will reside in the future. The exercises at both churches Easter were highly appreciated by the large audiences. The Methodist held their services in the afternoon and the Baptist in the evening. Fred Cole and Prof. Reynolds are numbered among the sick. Rev. Ross, of Hutchinson, assisted Rev, Reaves in his meeting. The church was greatly revived. Mrs. K. Bright entertained the Womans' Mite Mission society. They are progressing nicely and have a neat sum in the treasury. FALUN, KAS. J. W. Price attended to business in Salina Saturday. T. C Green, who been in Abelene and Salina has returned. The D. S. N. club met at Miss Edith Price's Thursday evening of last week. The young people are making a success of the club and all are taking an active part. The next meeting will be held at the home of J. A. Green. Mrs. James Huston is visiting her daughter, Mrs. Rhodes at Salaina. Mesdames T. Hudson L. Hayes and J. Sherman and daughter, Jessie of Salina and Theodore Smith, of Brookville attended the box supper Saturday evening. Miss Mayme B. Carter, of District 67 attended the teachers association Saturday. Mrs. W. F. Callaway has moved to Sylvan Grove. Father Green is recovering from his recent illness. FORT SCOTT, KANGAS. Mrs. J. T. Rotson left the first of the week for Birmingham and Decator, Ala., where she will spend several weeks visiting relatives and fftends. Walter Long, of Kansas City, is visiting his grandmother, Mrs. Ellen Nelson. Mrs. Katherine Beatty and also her mother are quite ill. Easter services at the Second Baptist church was largely attended throughout the day, the pastor presching a splendid sermon at 11 o'clock. At 3 o'clock the Sunday school rendered an excellent program to a large and appreciative audience. For the first time, owing to the illness of Sister Gordon, our pastor had full charge of the exercises, and each boy and girl played well their part. Pastor C. W. Shelton and his enthusiastic members of Ward's chapel A. M. E. church succeeded in raising and paying off an indebtedness of $85 of long standing and is now free from debt. Thus church with its tireless pastor and wife have the members now in line to erect a beautiful church edifice on the corner of Buckeye and Lincoln streets. Two excellent programs were rendered Easter to large, appreciative audiences. We are sorry to announce that at this writing Mrs Gordon began in a critical condition. All are praying for her speedy recovery. The Mrs Laggins of Lawrence and Mrs Bury were present at the Second Baptist church Sunday Spring of Myrtle Lodge, No. 22 Knights of Pythias, held their annual Thanksgiving services Sunday at 3 p.m. at the Second Baptist church. Rev. Gordon, Grand Prelate preached a splendid sermon. WINFIELD, KANS. Will Harvey and Mr. Sawyer, were up from Arkansas City Sunday, the former to see his best girl. Henry Johnson is on the sick list. Mrs. Edna Johnson and sister of Wellington, were over recently, the former to cash a check issued to her by the W. and O. department on the death of her husband. She received it in less than three weeks after which speech well for the promptness of Secretary W. A. Wright. W. J. M. Fallough, of Independence, came down the line of the week to see the wife and children, who have been the guests of Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Wood during the past two weeks. His daughter, Miss Nora, accompanied him home Wednesday, but Mrs. Mac will remain another week. Rev. S. S. Bradley, of El Dorado, after a week's visit with home folk departed the latter part of the week for his field of labor. He went via A Business Snap. We have a one story, pressed brick front 25x50 business building lot 25x150, on the main street of Topeka. Property in the vicinity growing in price every day. Price, it sold soon, $3,500, part cash, balance on time with interest at six per cent Address, Nick Chines, Tux PLAINDEALER, Topeka Kans. LEGAL NOTICES State of Kansas. Shawnee County, In the matter of the creation of Clora Mallory, Title of Shawnee County, Kansas. NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT. Notice is hereby given that on the 21st day of March, A. D., 1910, the undereigned war, by the Probate Court of Shawnee county, Kansas, duly appointed administrator of the estate of Clora Mal- lery, late of Shawnee county, deceased. All parties interested in said estate will take notice and govern themselves accordingly. MATTHEW KING, Administrator. First Published March 25, '10. Sinking Spells Every Few Days "At the time I began taking Dr. Miles' Heart Remedy I was having sinking spells every few days. My hands and feet would get cold; I could scarcely breathe, and could feel myself gradually sinking away until I would be unconscious. Those about me could not tell there was life in me. After these spells I would be very weak and nervous, sleepless and without appetite; had neuralgia in my head and heart. After taking the remedy a short time all this disappeared and in a few weeks all the heart trouble was gone." MRS. LIZZH PAINTER 80315 3d Ave. Lausville, Ind. For twenty years we have been constantly receiving just such letters as these. There is scarcely a locality in the United State. where there is some one who can be to the ment of this remarkably successful Heart of Man. NILEJ MEDICAL CO., Elkhart, INJ. Arkansas City to secure the services of Rev. Perkins to assist him in his revival. Phillip Young and wife, who had been visiting J. W. Wood and wife, departed last week for the East. The Thanksgiving exercises at the A. M. E. church on the 27th ult., was a grand success. J. W. Singleton, grand lecturer presided, and made one of the best talks we ever listened to. Rev. Charles Pope's entertained an appreciative audience at the A. M. E. church with moving pictures. Lawrence work, one of our most prosperous farmers, who resides near Oxford, was in the city Thursday of last week and received his and Jasper Dixon's subscription to The Prairie Journal W. J. McCullough, jr., who with his mother in the village has been on the prairie. Henry Johnson, of Aguett, Sun. loyed with J. W. Wood and wife. B Gray, of Boley, Oklahoma, was here Sunday. Miss Jennie North underwent an operation at the hospital Saturday of last week. At this writing she is doing nicely. J. W. Singleton, wife and two children, Miss Virginia and Henry, left one day last week for Saleta, California, where he has purchased ten acres of good land in a colored colony. He is a stone cutter by trade, having been employed in one of the marble works in the West for 18 years. Mr. Singleton is also a musician of note having taught both races. Illeldeston, Evangles who had been in a medical college at Battle Creek Mich., was married last Saturday to a young lady and F.T. Maurer Saloon All kinds of fine Wines, Liquors and Cigars First-class in all its appointments. Nothing but the best goods handled. A first-class place for first-class people. 12TH HIGHL AND AVE. Kansas City, Mo. The Zimmerman SeedCo., Western University, QUINDARO, KANSAS. The Great Educational Institution for Kansas and the West DEPARTMENTS:-Theological College, Normal, Sub-Normal and State Normal. Leading and Best Industrial School of the West SHELTON FRENCH,A. M. Acting President. Phones: Office, Boll West 1423. Residence, Bell West 15 A WORK OF ART. The Zimmerman Seed Co.'s Catalogue for '10. One of the handsomest pieces of business literature seen this season is the Zimmerman Soed Co.'s catalogue for 1910. It is finished on fine book paper, has a number of beautiful color plates, an elegant cover and is of convenient size. The cnts were gotten out by the Capper Engraving Co., and the book was printed by the Mail Printing House. 25,000 catalogues were issued last year, but owing to increasing business a run of 41,000 was necessary for 1910. They are now being distributed.—From Topeka Daily Capital of January 19th. The Zimm 623 25 Quincy St. will join the family in t. The senior Singleton was a member of Pride of Winfield, Knight of Pythias and also grand lecturer of Sunflower Grand Lodge. He will be sadly missed by many friends both white and colored. Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Wood entertained a few friends at 306 East Twelfth street on Tuesday evening in honor of Mr. and Mrs. W. J. M'Cullongh of Independence. The evening was spent in music and stories. Mrs. W. B. Nichols was winner of the first prize, a Haviland China plate, second prize went to O.E. Waldon, a tooth pick holder. After this dainty refreshments were served. Those present were Mr. and Mrs. W. J. M'Cullough, Mr. and Mrs. A. Charles, Mr. and Mrs. G.A. Nichols, Mr. and Mrs. C.E. Waldon, Mr. and Mrs. W. B. Nichols, Rev. Charles Pope, Mr. and Mrs. J. Nichols, Mass Ollie Collier, Mr. J. W. Jackson, Miss Pearl Harding, and Rev. S. S. Bandy. Get in the Contest. The contest stands open for all who are ambitious to capture the prizes. Let us see who will be the successful lady. It takes push and constant work to win. Be 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. 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Wolf Packing Co., Stonestreet & Gaines Undertakers and Embalmers. We owe our trust of the Finest Lines of Undertaking Goods in the State. We never sleep. Torso, Licensed Embalmers in At tendance. Both Phones 52. 7TH & QUINCY STA. TOPEKA, KAN. is the Finest Malt Beer Brewed. Miss Meadows was confined to her bed with illness the past week, but is able to be out. The members of the A. M. E. church have begun a series of revival meetings and friends are welcome. William Ohman is able to be out after a short illness. Rev. Mullen of Indianapolis, Ind. is in the city. Rev. G. W. Wright returned to his home in Omaha Friday, after delivering several noble sermons to Rev. Phelp's congregation. F. A. Johnson spent a few days in Pueblo, Colo. last week. There was baptizing at Mt. Zion Baptist church last Sunday night, and four persons were immersed. Mr. and Mrs. George B. Todd entertained a party of twenty-eight Thursday night in honor the sixteenth birthday of their son, William. Rev. W. T. Biggers of Atchison spent a day in the city last week on business. Rew. Tyler of Oskaloosa, Ia., is in the city aiding Rev. Taylor and congregation in their meeting. The city election will be held Monday, April 21. We are to do cide for wet on dry Lincoln. We are prospering under the latter. Rev. A. Haynes returned from annual conference Wednesday and reported having had a splendid session in Topeka. He was re appointed to serve his third term here, and was gladly received by the congregation. Rev. W. D. Phelps was in Omaha last week. HOLTON, KANSAS The musical and literary club met at the home of Miss Ethel Arnold, 612 Wisconsin avenue, Thursday afternoon. After business a program was rendered as follows: Vocal Solo Miss Glenna Mason Piano Solo Miss Ethel Arnold Essay Mrs. S. A. Riley Reading Mrs. E. J. Davis After the program a delicious two course lunch was served. Floyd Huton has returned to his home in Cherryvale. Major Blackwell has returned after a short stay in Oklahoma. Miss Laura Work has returned to school after spending a few days at her home in Ashton. Miss Margaret Monroe returned Sunday evening from Winfield. Mr. and Mrs. Oldham and their daughter, Mrs. Letcher, spent Sun. day in Dalton. as low as any. Could we say more to induce you to send your Laundry here if we used a whole newspaper to tell it THE MAGIC SHAMPOO DRIER AND HAIR STRAIGHTENER MAILED ANYWHERE IN U.S. POSTAGE PAID. SEND MONEY BY POST OFFICE MONEY ORDER. LADIES LOOK! Every lady can have a beautiful and luxurant head of hair if she uses a MAGIC. After a shampoo or bath the Magic dries the hair, removing the dandruff; and it will straighten the curliest head of hair. The Magic will not burn or injure the hair, because the comb is never heated. The steel housing bar which irons the hair, is alone, put into the flame of the alcohol or gas heater. 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M'Clelland & Scaggs have opened a swell Hair Dressing establishment at 415 Kansas Av Come one and all and Give them a call. Hair Straightning, Massaging, Manicuring, Chropides and Scalp Treatment a Specialty. MRS. C. SCAGG8. FRIDAY, APRIL, 8, 1910. THE CITY ELECTION. The first election under the new commission plan passed off Tues day and although nonpartisan, it was the most spirited contest in the history of Topeka. Our choice for mayor, William Green was defeated and we go down with him, notwithstanding the fact that a morning paper tried to make us for Mr. Billard. It is just such misleading statements coming from the camp of Mr. Green's friends that caused his defeat. THE PLAINDEALER took a firm stand for Mr. Green immediately after the primaries and stood firmly till the polls closed. He is an honored citizen, true to every trust that has been placed in him, and we feel proud to be numbered among his list of friends. As mayor of the city during the past two years, Mr. Green's administration was not only a credit to himself, but the city as well. Now that it is over, we are going to be just as enthusiastic in our effort to assist Mayor Billard as we were to defeat him. He is a good citizen, a square, fair business man and it behoves everybody to put a shoulder to the wheel and help in everyway possible to bring about success. The commissioners elected are Roy L Bone, H. P. Miller, W. G. Tandy and M. C. Holman. They are all successful business men and if the new plan of city government can be made a success they will undoubtedly find out. We are glad to note the fact that Hon. Charles Sessions, reporter for the Kansas City Journal and candidate for state secretary, will have no opposition. This speaks well for him. Mr. Sessions is an honest, upright young man and a loyal Republican. Mrs. Bymon, wife of the pastor, arrived last week. We, as citizens of East Las Vegas, welcome her and will do all in our power to make her feel at home. Subject of the sermon Sunday was "The Coming of the Lord," delivered by Rev. Byman. Many useful thoughts were gained by the listeners The A M E lyceum is still on her steady march to victory The short talk made by Presiding Elder Punce on "Thought" was highly appreciated The Lillian Derricker mission society is progressing nicely The children's program rendered last week at the lyceum was very encouraging EMPORIA NEWS. Mr. and Mrs. J. L. Brown and Mrs. Maggie Rogers entertained the following people of Chanute over Easter, Mrs. E. J. Foster, Mrs. Win Hall, Miss Virgil Henderson and Gorgia Foster and Mr. Tony Hale. Mr. and Mrs. Brown have a beautiful home opposite the park. Club Women in Missouri. One can readily judge from the splendid partial list of the excellent clubs and worthy presidents of what the tenth annual meeting of the Missouri State Federation of Colored Women's Clubs was, which convened at St. Louis, Mo., in Union Memorial Church, Dec. 30, 1909, with such a grand, noble woman as Mrs. Josephine S. Yates as president of this grand federation. She is honorary president of the National Convention and also treasurer, aside from her profession and work at Lincoln institute. The Federated women received great praise and compliment from the distinguished visitors for the speedy and businesslike way they transaction their business, he report of work accomplished by each club for the past year, we hope to publish later, in order that the people may see that the clubs are very valuable and doing much good in the communities where they exist. As such a federation of clubs or such a meeting tends to encourage, enlighten and inspire all to greater efforts of "Lifting as we climb," so should each individual club seek to come in closer contact and relationship with other clubs thereby gaining strength, support and knowledge and by this daily or monthly communication or relationship our State and national federation will be even greater and brother than what it is. I flowing is a list of most of the clubs of the State Federation. If there are any who have been omitted, we would be pleased to know: Kansas City Federation—Mrs. I. P. Bradley, President, 100 all-skell St., Kansas City, Kansas. Kensington Club, Art work and discuss Rules on Parliamentary Uses and Household Hints—Mrs. I. H. Knox, President, Kansas City, Mo. Phillis Wheatley Club—Kansas City, Mo. Huper W. C. T. C., St Louis, Mo—Mrs. Wm. Campbell, President. The Woman's Musical and Literary Club, Springfield, Mo., raising money for a hospit —Mrs. Barbara B. Cooper, President, 910 N. Grant St. Josephine Silone Yates Art Club, art work, charity work and raising money for hospital, Nedalia, Mo. Woman's Club, charity, literary and civic improvement —Mrs. M. A. Murray, President, Jefferson City, Mo. St. Louis Orphan Home—Mrs. M. L. Harrison, President, St. Louis, Mo. Kansas City Art, chant, painting, embroidery and charity work—Mrs. B. A. McCannick, President, Kansas City, Mo. (see members.) In prime Silene Yates Club, Clayton, Mr. charity and missionary work. Have contributions fund; membership 50. Mrs. Emma aliker, President. Central Mission Bank, home, foreign and educational work—Mary V. Mack President, St. Louis, Mo. Art Lovers' Club—Miss Blanch K. Morrison, President, St. Joseph, Mo. Ladies' Art Club—Mrs. Lenora Williams, President, Armstrong, Mo. Modern Priscilla, art work—Miss Beulah Ribers, President, Glasgow, Mo. Fulton Club, charity and lifting up the fallen—Mrs. Laura Bell, President, Fulton, Mo. Phyllis Wheatley Literary and Art—Mrs. L. C. Green, Fronton, Mo. St. Paul Missionary Club, missionary work, St. Louis, Mo. Oliv Branch, literary work—Miss Bess Brooks, President, Lincoln Institute, Jefferson City, Mo. Antioch Baptist Convention, missionary and educational work—Mrs. M. A. Thornton, President, St. Louis, Mo. Young Married Ladies' Thimble Club, intellectual improvement and charity work Mrs. Antonia City-Haley, President, St. Louis, Mo. Colored Women's League—Miss Anna H. Jones, President, Kansas City, Mo. Home Mission Society Mrs. Kate Smith, Solanla, Mo. Leophane Yates Literary and Art Club Louisiana, Mo. Shuloh Rescue Home Miss Fannie Oliver, St. Louis, Mo. Hiwatha Art Club, Independence, Mo. Carrie Steel Art Club Mrs. L. Williams, President, Kansas City, Mo. Crescent Art Club, Kansas City, Mo. Art Club Miss Sarah Graham, Lexington, Mo. Willing Workers' Club, missionary work—Miss M. Alice Shorpshire, Palmyra, Mo. THE MOB. Just a little pile of ashes, Just a charred bone or two, Just a little languld ember, Gleaming all the night long through; Just another gruesome attest Of the holding of the clan, With the doctrine of God's fatherhood And the brotherhood of man. Just a few small bits and fibers Rudely torn from trunk and limb And a threaded, blood-stained garment From the hapless form of him, Who with prayers and woeful wailings Pleaded for the life he lost, Through the travesty of justice, In the mob's dire holocaust. Just another modern pastime, Just a murd'rous revelry Charged against the cultured children Of a refined ancestry; Who for centuries have boasted An exalted status grand, Ranking high above the heathen Of the dark, unchristianed land. Just a few more days of torture, Just a few more earnest prayers, Just a few more years' endurance, And the God, who knows our care, Will let down His arm of power In the beauty of His way, And the sons of prayer and patience Shall behold a brighter day. —Simon Oliver Clayton. EMPORIA ITEMS. Mr. Percy Lyle returned home after an inhumane stay in Eureka. The Rev. S. H. Gibson of St. James Baptist Church and Jones of A. M. H Methodist Church completed the job of covering the Methodist Church corner of 6th & Congress St. Miss P. A. Hulson of Hutchinson is visiting in Emporia, the guest of Miss eBrtha Miller. Mrs. Hild and Foster of Chanute D. W. MORRIS D. W. MORRIS D. W. MORRIS & SON. Wholesale and Retail Druggists Physicians and Photographers all departments. Oldest are in the middlewest. Physicians' and Photographers Supplies First-class in all departments. Oldest and most reliable Drug Store in the middlewest. 423 COMMERCIAL ST. PHONE 68. EMFORIA, KA California in a Tourist Sleeper via the Santa Fe. An expensive and comfortable way to travel. New coaches and chair California in a Tourist Sleeper via the Santa Fe. An inexpensive and comfortable way to travel. New coaches and chair cars for those who do not want sleepers. Every day to and including April 15. Liberal stopover privileges. Same fare and advantages to other points. Fastest Tourist Line to California Particulars from KING, Phone 682. J. W. TAYLOR, Construction Company---General Contractors. KANSAS CITY RAILWAY The Kansas City-Western Railway Co., J. W. RICHARDSON, Gen'l. Supt. Misses eGorgia Foster and friend visited Easter Sunday, with Miss Maggie Rodgers. The many friends of Mrs. L. Duncan and Mr. Handy were greatly surprised to hear of their marriage, which occurred March 28, 1910. Everyone hope they will have a happy married life. The Ladies' Art Club were delightfully entertained Wednesday, March 30, '10, at the home of Mrs. Carrie Davidson. The Lilly of the Valley Club gave an entertainment at the home of Mrs. F. Leslie, on Eskridge St. Quite a neat sum was realized. Mr. and Mrs. Pearl Carson spent Sunday in Strong City, the guests of Mrs. Carson's parents, Mr. and Mrs. McLean. Mr. James Carson is visiting in town, the guest of his brothers, Mr. eParl and Ike Carson. The following young people attended the social given at Strong City, Saturday, April 21 Misses Bessle Harrison, Nora Crawford; Mesters. Preston Evans, John Lewis, Bob Booker, eVrnon Snow, and Grant West. Each party reports an enjoyable evening. Those wishing to send news to the Plaindealer will kindly report to Ettle E. Holm, 922 Sylvan St. The Lily of the Valley Club will meet Tuesday, April 5 at the home of Miss Maule Skagge. Mr. and Mrs. Jess Lielie and daughter, Miss Susie, of Salina, returned home after a week's visit with Mrs. Leslie's mother, Mrs. Gurett, and sister. Mr. Florence Owen and children returned to their home in Salina after five weeks' stay with her parents, Mr. and Mr. D. W. Young. house reported on the sick list are: Mrs Alice Collier, Mrs. Murray and Grandma Wellie. At this writing all are improved greatly. RIS & SON, rs supplies First-class in m st reliable Drug Store SE 68. EMFORIA, KANSAS ornia nta Fe. An inexpensive ard New coaches and chir gars 'PHONE 68. E. W. MORRIS The Republican Candidate For County Treasurer, Atchison County. "Subject to the Republican Primaries August 2, 1010, ATCHISON, KAN. The many friends of Gosnold H. Hudson will be glad to know he passed the civil service examination with excellent grades. He will begin taking the census the 15th. Mrs. Fred Jackson will visit her mother in Davenport next week. Miss Helen Taylor is threatened with pneumonia at her home on Washington Street. Miss Mabel Jackson returned home from Marysville, Mo., last week after a successful year of teaching school there. Mrs. (Go. St. Clair was called to St. Joe, Tuesday, by the illness of her daughter, Mrs. Will Elliott. Mr. William Edson visited Western University, Flinty. His daughters, Misses Inez and Avalia, students of that school, returned with him and spent Sunday. The Sunflower Art Club will meet Monday afternoon with Mrs. Tom Harris. Mrs. Givens returned to her home in Kansas City. Friday, after spending the week with Mrs. Rachel Givens. Mr. Cal Johnson of Denver is shaking hands with friends in the city. The Sewing Circle met Tuesday with Mrs. Nose Hunt on Mound Street. There will be a grand concert and drill at T. T. E. Hall, Friday evening, given by Mrs. W. T. Biggers and Miss Camille Wilson. Everyone is cordially invited. The play "Thirty years of freedom", given at A. M. E. Church, Tuesday evening proved to be of fine talent and played to a crowded house. Much credit is due Miss Georgia Allen for producing such characters. Mrs. Sarah Braylis visited in Leavenworth a few days last week. Miss Ida Ross closed her school last week at Oak Mills and is spending her vacation with her mother. Mrs. Belle Murray visited Miss Sadie Stone at Lawrence last week. Mr. Ivrgil Baylia, Jesse Oglen, Geo. Kerford and Geo. Sulivan, Sumlaved in Leavenworth. Mr. Bart Bird of Centralia spent last week in the city. Mrs. Elwin Allen returned last week from a visit in Downs Kyns, with relatives. Monday evening Mrs. Henry Crowd gave a delightful entertainment, in honor of Richard Lawton, the occasion being his twenty first birthday. The evening was spent in games and music, after which refreshments were served. Harry and Lester Holmes and Richard and Liris Lawton leave today for their home in Clay Center. The lecture and views given at the A. M. B. Church, Friday evening, were enjoyed by all who attended. Little Miss Velaria Crews went to Sallina Sunday for a short visit. KANSAS BAPTIST. The Executive Board of the Kansas State Baptist Convention will meet Apr. 28th, 29th at Winfield, Kansas, with the 2nd Baptist Church, Rev. W. T. Warder, pastor. We trust that every Dist Board, every Baptist Church, every Mission Circle, every Sunday School, and every B. Y. P. V. in the state will be represented at this meeting. We must raise $700.00 in order to meet our obligation with the Home Mission Society which is resisting us in the maintaining our missionary pastors. We need $200.00 in order to keep up our obligation at the Baptist Home in Lawrence. If every pastor in the state will do his whole duty we can easily raise the money we so much need. Begin at once to raise money for the Board meeting. If you cannot be present send money order to C. G. Flushback, Cor. See., cr. Rev. W. T. Warder, Winfield, Kan., and you will be credited with the same. E. Arlington Wilson, D. D. President. C. G. Fishback, Cor. Secretary. Wilbur Link left Friday for Chicago. Edward Ransom left Monday for Kansas City. Earl De Frantz left for Denver Sunday. Dr. Alexander left Sunday for Brazil. Hazel Barton left for Pittsburg after having spent the Easter vacation with her parents Mr. and Mrs. Robert Barton. Mr. and Mrs. S Shuok will leave Sunday for Excelsior Springs on account of the latter's family health. Mrs. Mollie Barnes, who resided on East Fift Street has removed to her beautiful new home on Lincoln Street. FOR RENT--One 4-room house on six lots at East Hill, Fruit trees and good water. See Frank Wilson, 421 Holliday street. Frank Chiles arrived last week from Omaha Neb., for a visit with his parcute, Mr. and Mr. Harrison Chiles. Mrs Carry Drake, of Council Bluffs, Ia., arrived in the city last week to be at the bed side of her mother, Mrs. Wm. Dunnell, who is quite ill. Mr. James Bailey of Davenport Is., spent a few day in the city last week with relatives and friends. Mrs. M. E Yourg, after an illness of ten days, is able to be out again, Mrs. Sarah Roberts and her two little daughters left last week for an extended visit with relatives in Los Angeles California Little Rose Page,youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs Jno. Page is veay sick with typhoid pneumonia at her home on Clay Street. Mrs G. L. Jefferson of Denver, Colo. has returned from Little Rock, Hot Springs. Ark. and Memphis, Tenn., and is the guest of her mother, Mrs E. Caldwell. Mr. and Mrs Gaitha Page, Mrs. Wm M'Knight, and Miss Edmondia Hubble of Kansas, City, Mo, Mr. Elgin Woody, and Mr. Fred Stone, of Lawrence, and James Carter of Herrington, were among the out of town guest that attended the Bachelor Boys party, the 31st. They remained over Sunday with friends. Mr. O. J. Brooks' art studio at 808 N Fourth street, Kansas City, was completely destroyed by fire last week. It was only partly coveled by insurance, the total loss being $1,000. Mr. Brooks will be able to resume business within the next ten days. He is one of the foremost active business men of the race and will soon rise like a Phoenix, doing business as rapidly and successfully as ever. COMING OUT PARTY. Mrs. Monroe I. Manning, 3524 Calumet avenue, will the first week in June, give a coming out party in honor of her young daughter, Miss Beatrice Manning, who is quite popular with the younger members of the South Side smart set. Chicago Broad.ax. Mrs. Manning and daughter formally resided in this city and are well and favorably known among the social set. } Miss Ruth Scott is still quite ill at her home, 1012 Buchanan street. Mrs. Mary Ridley was carried to Christ hospital Wednesday morning to have an operation performed for appendicitis. Please be prepared to pay the collector for subscription when she calls. Mr. Rosa B. Winston died March 31 at her residence, 314 Kline street, of tuberculosis. The body was shipped to Perry for interment. Little Evelyn M. Graham died April 1 at the home of her mother, 927 Spruce street. Interment in Mt. Auburn cemetery. FOR RENT--One 4-room house on six lots at East Hill. Fruit trees and good water. See Frank Wilson, 421 Holliday street. Theodore and Harry Pace are erecti: g two modern five room cottages in Lownon Hill where they will reside. They are young men and are a splendid example for older ones, who have been paying rent for years, to follow. Rev C G. Fishback, pastor of Shiloh Baptist church, left this week for New York, where he will do some work for the Foreign Mission Board of the National Baptist convention During his absence the pulpit will be supplied by the official board Rev. E. A Brown of the West Indies will reach at 11 a.m. and eight p.m. Sunday. He is a scholarly Christian gentleman. Let everybody hear him. The many friends of Lawyer J. H. Stewart will be pained to hear of his death which occurred in Denver last week. Mr. Stewart was well known throughout the state having at one time been a prosperous attorney of this city. He was very aggressive, firm in his convictions and a bold defender of race. In the death of Mr. Stewart Colorado loses a splendid citizen and the Negro race one of its truest and best men. FIRST AFRICAN The dedicatory services, held at eleven a. m. Tuesday drew a large congregation of members and friends who received the sermon deliv red by Rev. C. H. Parrish with intense interest. At three p. m. the Shiloh clo'r furnihed music and Rev. Fishback preached. The feeling of unity between the sister churches made the occasion a happy one. Rev. C. H. Parrish, who has been in the city the past week for the purpose of assisting in the opening services and entertainments of the new auditorium, resides in Louisville, Ky., where for twenty-five years he has pastored the Calvary Baptist church. He is chairman of the Foreign Mission board of the National Baptist convention. He is also president of an institution for the training of colored youth. He is an interesting, forceful speaker, has traveled much and is well informed upon matters of interest to the Baptist denomination as well upon subjects which concern the Negro race and which are calculated to make for its benefit. In 1901, he visited Palestine, while a delegate to the International Sunday School convention. His lectures which have been the principal feature of the week's entertainments, were relative to this trip. He gave a great deal of information concerning the people of that part of the world, costumes worn by them were exhibited and picture of himself taken while standing in the River Jordan at the point where Christ was baptized was also shown. "Bachelor Boys" Party. One of the swellest events that ever happened in Topeka was the "Bachelor Boys'" Easter party at Metropolitan Hall, Thursday evening of last week. The spacious hall was artistically decorated with red and white flowers intermingled with asparagus. At the entrance was an arch—a horse shoe design and in the center of the hall was an harbor of roses draped from six large posts. In fact the hall was a flower garden. The sweet strains of the orchestra pealed forth from a cluster of palms. Promptly at 9 o'clock the grand march was played and from that time on beautifully dressed women and gallant men enjoyed themselves till the woe hours of the morning. One of the prettiest features of the evening was the "Bachelor's Dream:" The lights were extinguished and each lady was presented with several sticks of Chinese punk which was lighted and very prettily arranged in their hair. A spot light was then turned on which gave the room a beautiful appearance. This was the Bachelor Boys' first party and Messrs. Patton Smith the genial president and Carl Hurrius, secretary of the club are responsible for the magnificent success of the affair, and it is hoped by all present that the "Bachelor" will entertain again. Following is a list of these present: Misses Cora Jones, Pearl Rhokes, Dusy Brown, Minnie Jones, Lydia Slaughter, Audy Slaughter, Amora Ford, Amisholas Chiles, Corine Buckner, Minnie Page, Allena Butler, Ethal McLean Ray Thompson, Jane Scott, M. B Patterson, Mtie Graham, Lathol Johns, Corine Travis, Ogeal Wilson, Hazel Washington, Pannie Todd, Ruth Shuck, Cora Bennett, Ella Stanford, Pearl Mealal, Edmonia Hubble, of K. C. Messdames Jos. Brasher, Lucille Jordan, Wm. McKnight, of K. C. Messdames, Fred Stonestruct, Walter Jones, John Moss, Wilburn Stonestruct, Harry Perguson, Herbert Smith, Herbert Jamison, Henry Bennett, M. Garrett, George Sims, Sam Catey, Harold Harris, Harry Dillard, Jos. Spubbling, Dwight Button, William Evans, Harry Evans, Albert Conley, Benj. Thompson, Chuckley Sims, George Lee, Commodore Okn, Charles Dickinson, Coo. Cunningham, Chris. Scott Ray Wilson, Leonard James, Frank Wilson, Richard Harris, Elijah Woods of Lawrence, Robt Martin, Laloum Bailey, Jrs. Carter of Herington, Atty. A. M. Thomas, Dr. J. S. Alexander, Mr. and Mrs. F. McCamp'11. Mr. and Mrs. J. H. 0111, Mr. and Mrs. A. Alexander, Mr. and Mrs. Davis, Mr. and Mrs. B. F. Alexander, Mr. and Mrs. G. Page of K. C. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Boone, Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Guy, Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Wright, Mr. and Mrs. G. W. Smith, Mr. and Mrs. James Mothel, Mr. and Mrs. W. Porter, Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Alexander, Mr. and Mrs. J. D. Graham, Mr. and Mrs. L. Anderson, Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Perguson, r and Mrs. R. Buckner, Mr. and Mrs. J M. Brown, Mr. and Mrs. J. Brown, Mr. and Mrs. H. Washington, Mr. and Mrs. A. Perkins, Mr. and Mrs. Williams, Mr. and Mrs. L. Clark, Mr. and Mrs. Bell, Mr. and Mrs. P. Roberts. PPunch bowl girls: Misses Catherine Barker, Izene Smith, Madeline Smith. Bill Gains, returned Tuesday from California. Mise Edmonie Hubbel, returned to her home in Kansas, City, after spending a few days in the City. Galord Burs, dropped in one day to visit home folks. He is still railroading, and carried the and healthy bank account. OF HIS TRIP. To the Editor: Perhaps it might interest your readers to know something of our trip to Seattle, Wn. There was nothing especially interesting until after we passed Denver. Upon climbing the mountain from Der. or to Cheyenne there was some very interesting scenery. We left Cheyenne behind two of the largest compound engines ever built for a railroad company. At Laramie we took the sleeper and woke up the next morning in a blinding snow storm. Of course we could not see the snow-capped mountains from the time we left Denver until now, but after riding in this snow storm for tour or five hours, we struck a warmer climate. So Thursday afternoon and all day Friday we traveled in sunshine, flowers and green trees. We headed in on the Columbia River about sunrise Friday morning; this river heads away up in the Cascade mountains and flows west to the Sound. We followed this river all day and the greater part of the time through a dense pine forest, saw mills and lumber yards. Arriving at Portland at 3:45 p. m. and remained until 11.45 p. m. when we left for Seattle, arriving there at 7:30 a. m. Saturday. We have not learned much about Seattle yet, only that it is a great big, busy place. Have ever several large U. S. boats. Mrs. Mary King officers her grocer y stock, building and lots at 615 E. Fourth street for sale. She is a widow and has conducted a large and successful business for some years he row wishes to retire. Any one who knows the grocery business should grab this snap. Base Ball at Kansas City. The Kansas, City, Royal Giants opened their practise season last Sunday afternoon at Shelley Park, Independence Avenue, and Oak St before a large and enthu-lastic crowd. The Chicago Outlaws more than gave them a run for their money, the final score being 6 to 5 in favor of the Royals. On form the Royals up show very strong and from indications they will be heard and will show much class before the season is far gone. Jack Johnson, manager has practically a new bunch from last season, but states that he will have a winner. A good deal can be depended upon what he says, he has the experience and always shown superiority when it comes to base ball. Shelley Park is being remodeled and will have a seating capacity for four thousand persons. The diamond is being raised, will be pretty and in great shape, also the fence will be moved back which will enlarge the playing field. This will all be complete by April the 16th at which time the real opening of the grounds will take place including the 17th. The line up is Pullism and Mekling, Chas Childs, Lee, Potter, and Buckley, P. Smith Ist, Johnson 2nd, Strothers 3rd, Toney, S. S. Sterman, L. F Milliner, C. F. Daugherity rf. On next Sunday April 3rd the Royals meet the Schmelzers of the City League at Shelley Park, game called at 3:15 SPRINGFIELD, MO The entertainment given by the U. B. I.'s at Gibson chapel last Friday evening was excellent in every particular. The Address delivered by Prof. Hubbard, of Sedalia was an able one, and well received. The lecture delivered by Mrs. Carter at the African Methodist Episcopal church was an impressive one and will be long remembered. U. R. Smith left Tuesday night to attend the Methodist Episcopal conference at Kansas City and be with his parents, Rev. Smith and wife whom he has not seen for two years. Mrs. Pearl Thompson, who has been all for some time and receiving the kind care of Mrs. Mayme Hardrick, has been removed to her home on Saint Louis street since here mother is left to care for her. Mrs. Hogan and two ledaughters will leave tomorrow right for Tucson, Arizona to spend the summer with her daughter, Mrs. Effie Webb. 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Sacredness seemed to pervade the very atmosphere, and it seemed that everyone tried to go to the churches where the music of choirs and birds blended with the sweet perfume of lilies carried one's mind far above the things of the earth with the possible exception of the finery with which the young and old were adorned. The services at all the churches were all that one could desire. Special musical programs were the order of the evening. Shorter was hard. ly able to accommodate the large crowd that came to hear the rendition of Stainer's "Crucifixion" by the choir. The annual sermon of the K. of P. and the Court of Calanthe was preached by the Rev. D. Overr at Zion at three p. m. to a crowded house. The array of Knights and Ladies was a splendid spectacle. Mr. Marshall Lewis and Miss Blanche Kow, both of Kansas City were married by the Rev. A. M. Ward Monday. Both young people are well known in Denver and Kansas City society. They will make their home in Denver. The Ladies' Usher club of Short er gave a most jolly basket social at the church Thursday night. An excellent program was rendered. The Bible class of Zlon Baptist church gave a very swell banquet to the men Tuesday night. The object was to increase interest in the Bible classes. Word comes that Miss Birdie Earl of Colorado Springs is married to Mr. A. Connell. Invitations are out announcing the reception by Mrs. G. U. Smith complimentary to Mr. and Mrs. Charles Barber's twentieth anniversary. A delightful surprise party was given for Miss Hattie Maloney Tuesday evening just prior to her departuro for the East. Mr. Roy Handy, our leading embalmer, is planning a trip to Oklahoma, intending to go into the undertaking business there. Now that Bob Davls has started the matrimonial ball it is foared that an epidemic will break out this spring. Langeton swears he won't be left out in the cold much longer. The Azalla Hookley Choral club gave a reception at the residence of Mrs. Fifo Wednesday evening. Genioco Falls had a birthday party Saturday in honor of her ninth anniversary. Quite a few of the younger set were out. The Choral Club announces Madame M. Azalia Hackley and Mr Ditton, late of London at the Shorter church April 11. IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF SHAWNEE COUNTY, KANSAS. You will take notice that Augusta Brown, on the 17th day of March, filed her petition for Divorce in the District Court of Shawnee County, State of Kansas, on the grounds of abandonment. Unless you answer said petition on or before the 29th day of April, 1910, said petition will be taken as true and a decree will be granted in accordance to the prayer therein stated. R. L. THOMAS, Clerk District Court. (Seal.) First Published March 18, '10. LARGEST LIQUOR HOUSE in the West Send us your orders. Satisfaction guaranteed. 519-521 DELBARNE ST. KANSAS CITY, : MISSOURI. 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HAS BEEN MADE IN WHICH ALL OF THE MULTIMINIUM IN THE GRAIN HAS BEEN MADE CRISP, EASILY IMPROVED, READY FOR ANY MEAL. IMPROVED FOR HOMISHING, READY FOR BURNING. LOOSE-WILES BISCUIT CO. LOOSE-WILES BISCUIT COMPANY WILL H. WITTIG, President and Manager GEO. EYSSELL D Union Depot Dru Mail Orders Prompily All the Best Brands of Whiskey Opposite Waiting Room 1056 Union Avenue. SELL DRUG CO., epot Drug store. s Prompily Attended. of Whiskey—Bottled in Bond. KANSAS CITY, M GEO. EYSSELL DRUG CO., Union Depot Drug store. Mail Orders Prompily Attended. All the Best Brands of Whiskey—Bottled in Bond. Opposite Waiting Room 1056 Union Avenue. KANSAS CITY, MO DIPLOMAT SOLL OWNERS OF THE Mount Auburn Finest Pure Rye Belle Springs Hand Made Sour Mash Optimo Club Bourbon and Rye Laurel Hill Sour Mash Blue Springs Rye and Bourbon Bell Phone 777 Grand Home Phone 3377 Main Home Phone 3 76 Main Condensed Report of the Condition of the New England National Bank Kansas City, Mo. At the Close of Business January 31, 1910. Loans and discounts ..... $ 9,026,741.84 Capital stock ..... $ 500,000.00 U. S. bonds at par ..... 365,000.00 Surplus and profits, earned ..... 710,961.18 Bank premises ..... 336,000.00 Circulation ..... 361,400.00 Redemption fund $ 14,650.00 Deposits, ind..... $6,036,477.76 Bonds bought for Investment, 387,970.00 Deposits, banks..... 7,546,336.74— $15,582,814.5 Cash and sight Exchange..... 8,026,013 18— 8,428,633 84 $15,155,175 68 The Above State GEOR DIRECTORS—Charles W. Armour, Jo- Armour, George B. Harrison, Jr., Edwin W. Sh and John B. White. The Above Statement is Correct GEORGE B. HARR Vice-Presid Les W. Armour, John F. Downing, Cha on, Jr., Edwin W. Shields, William H. Ch ER'S Con The Above Statement is Correct. GEORGE B. HARRISON, Jr. Vice-President and Cashier. DIRECTORS-Charles W. Armour, John F. Downing, Charles P. Morse, A. Watson Armour, George B. Harrison, Jr., Edwin W. Shields, William H. Chapman, Charles J. 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Because the cream is pasteurized and churned according to the best known methods of scientific butter-making, preserving all the sweetness and flavor. These excellent qualities are kept for you through use of the air-tight, odor-proof, dust-proof package in which every print of Meadow Gold is enclosed. Why take chances on other butter when you are sure of Meadow Gold quality? The Continental Creamery Co., LEARN Hair Dressing, Mating, Massage an sing, Manicuring, message and Hair Hair Dressing, Manicuring, Shampooing, Massage and Hair Weaving A Splendid Opportunity for Colored Women. I will teach the above trades to a limited number of ladies who desire to take the course. I give my personal attention to each person, and persons masteing the work can easily earn from $15 to $25 per week. The demand for good operators is very strong. For terms write Miss Aritha Dorsey, 1802 Main Street, Parsons, Kansas Lincoln Institute Summer ..School.. Jefferson City, Mo., Summer Session for Teachers June 20th to August 15th, '10 Board and Lodging in the Dining Hall at Lincoln Institute May Be Procured at $2.25 a Week. Tuition, $2.00 for Session. We have a regular Teachers' Institute of two weeks for those who are preparing to take the State Teachers' Examination. We give industrial work such as Basketry, Railia, Wood Work and Literary Subjects to those who wish to study for culture purposes. Apply to PRESIDENT B. F. ALLEN, LINCOLN INSTITUTE, JEFFERSON CITY, MO. ASSXSTS. LIABILITIES, k ..... $ 500,000 00 profits, earned..... 710,961,16 ..... 361,400 00 l..... $6,036,477 76 nks..... 7,546,336.74— $15,582,814.5 $15,155,175 08 Correct. HARRISON, Jr. President and Cashier. King, Charles P. Morse, A. Watson H. Chapman, Charles J. Hubbard Confectionery nt p. , Fries, Cakes Ice Cream KANSAS CITY, KAS. Butter.. Dr. W. Roger Russell, 834 KANHAS AVE. . TOPEKA. Both Phone774 Res. Bell 640 Res. Ind. 774. Office 234 Kansas Ave., Over Gibbors Drug Store Across from Throop Hotel. Calls Answered Day and Night. Residence 1635 Van Buren Street TOPEKA, KA Bell Phone Ind. Phone DR. J. M. JAMISON, Physician and Surgeon Examining Physician of the nights and L of Protection! Special attention to diseases of women and private diseases DR. W. L. JACKSON, Physician & Surgeon 106 Kansas Ave. Ind. Phone 918 TOPEKA Kallithrix Parlor Hair Goods, Combs and Toilet Articles. MRS. M. L. FIELD. 817 Kansas Ave., Topeka. Both bones 1293 STOP AT THE Cliff House When in Atchison and you feel like eating a good wholesome meal. Room and board by the day or week. Photographs The kind that is made by are cheaper in price and the best in quality and workmanship. 122 KANSAS AVE. TOPEKA. Through Train Service Between Topeka and Fort Scott, Pittsburg, Carthage, WebbCity and Joplin. Leave Topkea at 9 a.m. F. E. NIPPS, Ticket Agent TELEPHONE 371 Office Hours 9 20 to 10 10 10 to 6 00 DR. THADDEUS P. MARTIN, Physician and Surgeon 832 Kansas Ave. Residence 1110 West Terrace LH L. 100 01 EDU. 0000 Mrs. W. C. Moore, Dressmaking 1225 BUCHANAN STREET. SPRINGFIELD, MO. NOTES. Left Over from Last Week, William Hayden, who has been attending Meharry Medical college is in the city shaking hands with friends. He will spend his vacation in the West. Prof. Johnson, a teacher at Greenfield, spent Easter in the city as did also Prof. Wood, of Saint Clair. Mrs. B. A. Hardrick has returned from a visit to Saint Louis. The infant daughter of Turner Barbee and wife died in a few days after birth. Appropriate and impressive services were held at all the churches Easter. Mesdames Anna Stevens and Mayme Fullbright gave a very successful entertainment Monday evening. The proceeds will go to the seven hundred dollar rally the third Sunday in June at Gibbon chapel. At Gibson chapel about eighteen united with the church Sunday morning. In the evening appropriate Sunday school were conducted by Mrs. D. N. Smith Dr. Brown the Cornet, has returned to the city. The Thimb.e club met with Mrs. Wilbur Barker. A very pleasant and profitable time was enjoyed. The Ladies Art Club will hold the first meeting in April at the hospitable home of Mre. Janie Hogans. An exceedingly large number of the Womans' Musical and Literary club met at the cozy home of Mr. and Mrs. L. C. Edmondson, Wednesday March 23rd. She and her daughter, Miss Emma were most charming hostesses. The regular business was postponed for more special and important business which was very successfully transacted. Membess who could not be present sent in their quotations and money. The critic decided that Mrs D. S. Smith gave the best and favored quotation. Enjoyable refreshments were served to Madames Mattie Anderson, Chicago; Helen E. Smith, Oklahoma; Fannie and Amanda Campbell, of Denver, who were visitors. Next meeting April 20th, Mrs. Mary A. Jarrett, 611 Waver street. Missed Mary Hawkins and Thelma Bruce are recovering from their recent illness. The remains of Bennie Martin, a young man 21 years of age, were laid to rest Tuesday morning in South Hazelwood cemetery. The bereaved ones have the sympathy of many friends. Dr. T. E. Teft, the oldest white physician of the city, and who was well known by all, was buried in Maple Park cemetery on 27th alt. GARDEN CITY. Rev. G. P. Henderson, pastor of Ebenezer Baptist church assisted by Rev. J. R. Duncan, of Iola, has just closed a very successful revival. Rev. Duncan held the audience spell bound every night. Much interest was manifested, Christians revived and several were added to the church. The baptising was witnessed by a large crowd of both races, and we wish to thank the good people of Garden City for the courtesy shown us during our meeting. Rev. Duncan made many warm friends during his stay here. The meeting closed Sunday evening March 27 and he left for his home. Services every Sunday morning at 11 o'clock; Sunday school at 2 p. m.; evening services at 7:30. Sunday morning April 3, Rev. Henderson preached a sermon to the deacons and at 7:30 in the evening a sermon to the church. DENTIST All Work Guaranteed to Give Satisfaction O. A. Taylor,M. D., Physician and Surgeon, W. H. LUGAS NEW YORK FROM MOUNTAIN I make from the plaineat to the nobbiest and most costly gowns worn. All are made with the same care and guaranteed to give perfect satisfaction. Who is the Most Popular Lady? Your Vote May Decide. CONTESTANTS Miss Hooley Bell Morris, Coffeyville, Kansas Mrs. B A. Montgomery, Albuquerque, N. M. Miss Maud E. Glover, Atchison Miss Mary E. Mason Gilliam, Mo Miss Charles Etta Nicholson. Chelsea, Okla Mrs S Overstreet. Omaha, Nebr Mrs Dorsey Green, Kansas City, Kansas Mrs Bennie M. Rosson, Kansas City, Kansas Mrs Maggie L. Johnson, Lee Mc. Mrs S. F. Funkhouse. Mrs A. Jones Akansas, 1, Miss Blanche Williams Burlingame, Kane, Miss I file Robert. Burnet Springs Kansas. Miss Beulah Campbell. North Topeka, Kansas Ora Jordon. St John Baptist Church, Salina, Kansas. A LOST SON. Several years agowhile living in Matoon, Ill., Harvey Bellafast, son of Mary Scott, formerly Bellafast was stolen from his parents. I his mother, am a widow 62 years of age and without suppert. Anyone knowing his whereabouts will please write. MRS. MARY SCOTT, 27 S. State St. Emporia, Kad. A Bargain on Easy Terms. Get a Home. 5. room house 2 lots on West 17th street -1, 100. 5 room store on Quincy -1, 100. >100 down, balance like rent 5 room house 1 10th on Van Binen -1, 100, balance like rent Bouque -1, 197 Kane Avenue. I Make Switches, Transformations and Puffs ```markdown ``` Can match any color of hair I Teach the Trial complete, Write for terms. Mme. M. Beard, Political Announcements I hereby announce myself a candidate for Sheriff of Shawnee County, and jeft to Republican nomination. HOME COLVIN I hereby announce myself a candidate for Sheriff of Seawnee County, and jeft to Republican nomination. Col.J. D. Norton announces his candidacy for the office of sheriff of Shawnee county, subject to Republican nomination. One of the brilliant affairs of the season was the birthday reception in honor of Mrs. A. Brookins, and Misses Grace Williams and Sadie Boalware, given by Mesdames Byrd, Williams, and Boalware, assisted by Miss Della Parker and A. Wayman Ward. The affair was planned in secret, and when the guests returned from a short visit, they found the residence of rMs. Byrd in semi-darkness. As they entered the house was flooded with light, thus revealing the hundred or more invited guests. The pleasant time lasted well into the night. Many were the beautiful presents received. Death has come to claim two of Denver's most prominent citizens in the persons of Police officer Isaac Gillmore, and the Hon. J. H. Stewart. The former was one of the early settlers and the oldest member of the police force. He was a member of the A. M. Church. Mr. Stewart was one of the leading lawyers, having lived here some years. Once he was an attorney in Topeka. A surprise party was ten level Miss Hattie Muloney on Tuesday prior to her departure for Omaha on Wednesday. Vergil Ward, and Libert Robinson have a large class of girls in learning to play tennis. Miss Dora Newman seems to be the most apt with Miss Grace Williams as a close second. The grounds of the tennis court have been put in order, and practice has begun in earnest. Langston and Parks plan a campaign and tournament with Topoka. Mrs. E. N. Ward is opening the week with Mr. and Mrs. Thrower on Lafayette St. The baptismal services of Campbell Chapel and Shorter Chapel were held at Shorter, Sunday at three o'clock. Twenty-six persons were baptised. Rev. Ward preached the sermon, and Rev. Mr. Williams baptised the candidates. Messrs. Spears, Fisher, and several other Colorado Springs' young men spent Sunday in Denver. Rev. Braxton and Owens were in the city last week on business. Mr. L. B. Banks, the real estate dealer, suffering with tonsilitis. The true reformers worshiped at Zion Sunday night. Rev. Mr. Anderson, deputy general, was present and delivered the sermon. Mrs. Irone Life was welcomed back into Shorter choir Sunday. She has recovered from an attack of throat trouble. EAST LAS VEGAS, N. M. The subject of the Easter sermon Sunday morning was "Resurrection of Christ", and Sunday night the "Crucification of Christ", preached by the Rev. Byman. A large attendance was out to both services. he Las Vegas A. M. E. Church Lyceum is progressing nicely; they met tuesday, March 22nd. he short talk on "Our boys" made by Rev. Byman was enjoyed by all. Many interesting and helpful thoughts were given Mr. Goo Smith, our most worthy president of the A. M. E. Lyceum, is appreciated by all. Of being so thoroughly interested in the work, we wish for him success. The paper on "Mothers" produced by Mrs. L. Butler was highly appreciated. IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF SHAWNEE COUNTY, KANSAS. Jannie Freeman, Phiintif. You will take notice that Jannie Piecem on the 17 day of March, filed her petition for divorce in the District Court of Shawnee County, State of Kansas, on the grounds of extreme cruelty and non-support unless you answer said petition on or before the 20 day of May, 1910, said petition will be taken as true and a decree will be granted in accordance to the prayer therein stated W. I. JAMISON. Atty. for Plaintiff. Attest: R. L. Thomas, Clerk, District Court. (First Published, Apr. 8, 1910.) MR. JAMES E. BROWN VS. MARY JONES. So long as there are two sides to every question it is fair to allow each side to be turned inside out or outside in for inspection or speculation. Supposing from the off-start that Mr. James E. Brown had stopped school before he had finished the higher branches; he could not have filled the position he now occupies. When the position was offered to him he would have been forced Oklahoma Subscribers Take Notice It has been sometime since our collector has called on you and during the next few weeks both the Editor and Manager of THE PLAINDEALER will visit every town in the state. Kindly be ready to settle your account as they are likely to call on you any time. Lay aside a little change to take care of this matter. to turn down the opportunity from fact of incompetency. Mary Jones, with a education (so said), is working out as a domestic at the wages of $4.50 a wock (may God bless her). Most girls, white or black, would have preferred idleness of shame rather than to have walked off a graduating rostrum to take a job as a domestic. If at any time there is an opening for a young lady with an education, Mary Jones will be able to fill that position. That is, if being a graduate from Lincoln High School means competence. While her classmates who dropped out before they had gone as far as Mary Jones would not be able to fill. Let those who are interested watch Mary Jones (if Prof. J. E. Brown will furnish us with her real name), and see what work she will be doing within the next five years. Any girl who has had the pluck and tenacity to finish school under such opposition as said Mary Jones needs watching, that is if all the teachers in Lincoln High School have presented a view so pessimistic as one of her teachers. No wonder only Mary Jones finished out of a class of 40; no wonder the Negro takes to idleness and crime when the picture drawn of his future by his teachers is so dark and hopeless. For the last 15 years I have traveled over a good portion of the United States and from observation and experience the future of the Negro is bright, though his oppositions are many. You press him down here, he comes up there; stronger from fact of the press. We should remember that the darkest hour is just before dawn and a calm comes after every storm. From what we infer from Prof. Brown's Mary Jones Negroes are only to learn boot blacking, porters, kitchen work and barbers. If such is the fact, then let us see how far the Negro can go into this work: look over the daily advertisements for help. How many white people ask for Negro cooks, house girls, or waitresses, and now that the high-toned white man is doing the washing and ironing a poor old Negro woman cannot make her daily bread by doing a little family bundle. Take a look in the door and see how many Negro Mary Jones are working there in this white man's wash room. Answer, please. Next let us see how many of Mary Jones race and classmates we find in the boot black parlor? I will say, from a fact, that 00 per cent of them are white, all over the North (notwithstanding the fact that boot blacking is a low and humble job). We will then look to the fast vanishing Negro barber. The fuzzy white man wanted that job so he joined the fraternal orders of his race and opened up a barber shop. With this went the Negroes most easy vocation. As to manual training, let us see how many Negroes might follow that line (if such was intended by Prof. Brown for his race). For example—on the corner in view of my place of business there is a little store room 8x10 feet. A Negro got the job to paint it. While so doing, th occupant was visited by a committee asking for reasons why he allowed a scab to do the work. They did not first ask the Negro if he belonged to the union. The painter's face alone told that he was a scab from the fact that the unions bar Negroes. Therefore, baring their work in all lines of manual training in the northern part of the United States. I ask what Mary Jones and her classmates got to do so long as such conditions confront the Negroes! Let he or she educate themselves and be prepared to do the high or the low work whichever comes to their hands. While waiting for the work to suit your education, take the humble position as Mary Jones has done, as all things come to those who wait and are prepared. The Negroe's dark cloud that hangs over Kansas City does not shut out the sunlight of hope over every part of the ```markdown ``` world. His criminal record is no greater in proportion than any other race, and the crimes that he commits are not any more atrocious. He has never wrecked a train as yet, killing hundreds of innocent people, in orde rto rob a few, nor has he assassinated the ruler of his country or mobbed a white man. Since the beginning of the world there has been crime; the Negroe cannot be expected an insane from this apparent preordained weakness. The Negro is filling thousands of good positions of trust and ability. He is running thousands of places with lucrative business. What he is most in need of is race confidence and clannishness. With these two requisites the demand for Negroes with higher education will be greater than the supply. For instance—here in the two Kansas Citys are 40,000 Negroes. Suppose they had a department store (one as large as any in Kansas City would be necessary), and a dozen or more grocery stores, four or five gents furnishings stores, the same of shoe stores (as I n the South)—these alone would make it impossible for Lincoln High School to graduate boys and girls enough to fill these positions. With faith and clannishness these places of business would thrive, and we would not be dependent upon the white man to furnish employment for our high educated Negroes. I have run a business for 12 years, and working night and day I find it most impossible to do all the work that comes to me. The greatest drawback I have to confront me every day is that I have not a high education. In going over the state of Missouri alone and visiting the schools of the Negroe race I find that we could use one hundred or more high educated man and women to fill the positions as teachers that are now filled by inferior ones. If you ask me why these inferior teachers are so employed, I will answer as follows: The requisites to be a teacher in a Negroe school are a little education, red tape and political pull. With these an inferior Negroe can be retained by the white school board to teach the Negroe youth, few of them having really passed the third grade certificate. No white person posing themselves as a teacher would be permitted to teach any white school knowing so little. Once more we will call attention to the criminal record. Take Kansas City, for instance. How many of the Negroes who have committed crimes in the city were high educated Negroes? I don't think it will average one in a hundred. The Pullman Car Company is said to employ more Negroes than any other company in the world. This company's record will show that their best men are those with high education, as many of the so-called porters must fill the capacity of conductor as well as porter. The same is true of train porters. It will be found on investigation (where the Negroe is competent) that often the Negroe porter is forced or asked by the conductor to make out train reports and give information. A duty that will require a little more than spelling and adding. High education sharpens one's thinking faculties and makes him more competent to perform these many duties than those who stopped shorter than the learning received by the said Mary Jones. It should be a time by the law for any child raised in the United States to have less education than 'that' received by Mary Jones at Lincoln High School, for this amount of school experience is only a foundation upon which a structure is to be erected, having for its architect a good college curriculum. Why it costs more to educate a Negro child than a white child: This is only true in states where there are separate schools, otherwise Prof. Brown's statement is not true. It is not the Negro's fault that it costs the county more than it does to educate the white. This additional expense is brought about from the fact that the white man prefers the additional expense in preference to allowing his boy or girl to be schooled in the same building with the Negroes. This state law of segregation made it possible for Prof. J. F. Brown to have his present position, and many thousand more, and the same law may be helpful to said Mary Jones and might have been advantageous to those of her classmates had they finished. Let it be remembered that an educated man can plough a straightter furrow and the educated woman can make a better loaf of bread. This being the fact, the Negro should educate himself as high as it is possible in order that he may be equal for all opportunities. To day is not tomorrow. So let us hope and do our best as it is better to die with a bright picture on the wall the last of our earthly dreams than to die despondent from the fact that you have had your future so darkly outlined. O. J. BROOKS. Kansas City, Kans. APRIL FOOL Mrs. May Netta Doakes, wife of the Potato King of Wybark, Okla, received a long distance 'phone call at six o'clock April 1. She said "Surely, that must be from my mamma." Upon answering the call which was from Topeka, a voice said: "April Fool!" BOMGARDNFR FOR CORONER! H. W. Bomgardner, the well known and popular undertaker at 621 Jackson street has announced himself as a candidate for coroner of Shawnee county, subject to the Republican primaries. Mr. Bomgardner is well and favorably known throughout the county and has the backing of a host of friends. He is in every way qualified for the place, and promises if elected to conduct the office in a manner that will reflect credit upon the county. He is a good honest, straightforward Christian gentleman, being a member of the executive committee of the State Sunday School association. He is a staunch Republican and a friend of labor. It is the custom of large cities to select a coroner from among the undertakers, and in entering the race, Mr. Bompardner will start Topeka and Shawnee county on a departure from the old custom. He conducts one of the best undertaking establishments in the middle west, and has always made a success of everything to which he set his hand. He is one of the real live wires of the Commercial Club, always alert and ready to boost for Topeka and Shawnee county. He is also a member of the Masonic and Odd Fellow lodges and stands well up in the ranks of both orders. Ilo has resided in Topeka for nineteen years during which time he has thus been engaged: Ten years accountant in Santa Fe offices. Four years travelling salesman. Two years employed in Bank of Topeka. Three years in undertaking business at 621 Jackson. Mr. Bomgardner has always been a friend of the colored race, and never hesitates to assist any cause that will aid in building them up. He has many warm friends among them who will do all in their power to elect him. Mr. Bomgardner is prompt, honest and fair in all his dealings, and his word is as good as a U. B. gold certificate, and if nominated will add strength to the Republican ticket. PROCLAMATION. Wichita, Kan., Mar. 18, 1910. To all Knights of Pythias, Grand Lodge Officers, District Deputy Grand Chancellors, Chancellor Commanders, Grand Order of Knights of Pythias of the Grand Domain of Kansas, Greeting: This comes to inform you of the vacancy in the office of the Grand Keeper of Records and Seal by the resignation of Sir W. W. Plumb, he having accepted a position with the War Department in the office of Purchasing Commissary, Seattle, Washington. The resignation to take effect on March 18, 1910. Therefore, Be it known, by authority of the power in me vested, I have on the above date appointed Sir Henry L Monroe, of Excelsior Lodge No. 3, whose address is 1150 Clay Street, Topeka, Kansas, to fill the unexpired term of Grand Keeper of Records and Seal, until the next session of the Grand Lodge. He will exercise all the rights and privileges of Grand Keeper of Records and Seal and will be respected accordingly. Chancellor Commanders will see to it at once that he (Sir H. I. Monroe) is furnished with the names and address of the Chancellor Commander and Keeper of Records and Seal of their respective Lodges and that all communications with Sir W. W. Plumb as Grand Keeper of Records and Seal cease. he Grand Lodge will not be responsible for any deviation from this Proclamation. Thus done and signed under the Seal of my office and of the Grand Lodge Knights of Pythias of the State of Kansas at Wichita, Kansas, this 15th day of March, A. D. 1010, and Pythian Period the XLVII (47). JOHN E. LEWIS. Piano Contest! Who is the Most Popular Lady? Your Vote May Decide. CONTESTANTS Miss Hooley Bell Morris, Coffeyville, Kansas Mrs. B A. Montgomery, Albuquerque, N. M. Miss Maud E. Glover, Atchison Miss Mary E. Mason, Gilliam, Mo. Miss Charles Etta Nicholson, Chelsea, Okla Mrs S Overstreet, Omaha, Nebr Mrs Dorsey Green, Kansas City, Kans Miss Bessie M. Rosson, Kansas City, Kans. Miss Maggie L. Johnson, Lexington, Mo. Mrs. S. F. Funkhouser Ft. Scott, Kan. Mies A. Jones Arkansas City, Kans. Miss Blanche Williams Burlingame, Kans. Miss Effle Roberson, Bonner Springs, Kans. Miss Beulah Campbell, North Topeka, Kansas O. Jordon, St John Baptist Church, Salina, Kansas. A LOST SON. Several years agowhile living in Matoon, Ill., Harvey Bellafast, son of Mary Scott, formerly Bellafast was stolen from his parents. I his mother, am a widow 62 years of age and without support. Anyone knowing his whereabouts will please write, MRS. MARY SCOTT. 27 S. State St. Emporia, Kas. A Bargain on Easy Terms. Get a Home. 5.room house 2 lots on West 17th street $1,400. 8.room stone on Quincy, $1,500. $400 down, balance like rent. 5.room house lot and a half on Van., Buren, $1,100, balance like rent Enquire at 1127 Kansas Avenue.