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THE TOPEKA PLAINDEALER Circulation 9,000 Guaranteed Fourteenth Year. No.21. If the Insane El General Conference Daily Proceedings! Doings of the General Conference as Told by the Recorder Man. Through the kindness of the General Conference Daily Recorder, we are able to furnish our readers with an excellent report of the deliberations of the greatest organized body of negroes on earth. Secretary of Missions—1st Ballot. Rev. W. W. Beckett, 64. Rev. J. W. Darby, 69. Rev. J. E. Edwards, 11. Rev. N. J. McCrathen, 6. Rev. W. P. Duggetfield, ... Rev. Wm. D. Johnson, 170. Rev. H. P. Anderson, 25. Rev. C. S. Williams, 4. Rev. J. R. Ramson, 1. Rev. T. H. Hooper, 1. Second Ballot. Wm. D. Johnson, 255. J. W. Ramson, 100. Financial Secretary. Rev. L. R. Hawkins, 260. Rev. L. R. Ramson, 99. Rev. Carey, 7. Rev. D. H. Porter, 11. Rev. G. L. Larson, 2. Rev. N. B. Storrett, 10. Rev. E. H. Hunter, 13. Necessary for choice, 266. General Business Manager. Rev. M. W. Wenton, 131. Rev. J. H. Girtt, 123. Rev. I. L. Low, 122. Rev. D. L. D. Belling, 24 Rev. Wingheen, ... Rev. Bryant, ... Rev. Webster, ... Rev. Wright, ... Rev. W. H. L. 2. Church Extension. B. P. Watts, 105. J. W. Wash.ton, 105. J. P. Gilman, 12 Williams, 1 Necessary for choice, 216 Secretary of Education—1st Ballot. D. J. Jordan, 56. A. S. Jackson, 196. J. L. Mitchell, 51 J. J. Morant, 0 T. J. Askew, 22. I. W. L. Robertson, 13. J. P. O. Wallace, 15. W. F. Vernor, 58. J. T. S. White Total 464 Necessary for choice, 222 Editor So. Christian Recorder. G. W. Allen, 524 J. A. Jones, 27. Jno Harmon, 4 Total, 120 Necessary, 211 Editor Western Christian Recorder A. J. Carey, 72. J. G. Robinson, 85. C. S. Hunter, 2. J. F. McDonald, 150. Bray, 87. J. D. Bark-ja'e, 14. Biggers, 1 Total 342 Necessary 173. Report on Colleges. To the General Conference of A. M. E church Lifh Session. We your committee or colleges and universities beg to make our report. We have had a number of bills and resolutions before us to which we have given attention and a part of which we now submit with our recommendations and ask immediate action to relieve the present embarrassing conditions. We now recommend for favorable action the following amounts, and that these amounts be paid by the financial department: Willier force $3,000. Western University $4,000. Morris Brown $2,000. Kitrell $2,000. Allen University $2,000. Delhi Institute $500. Paul Quinn $2,000, Walco, Tex. Edward Waters $2,000, Jackson- ville. Campbell College $2,000. Payne University $2,000. Shorter College $2,000. Turner N. Institute $2,000. Payne Institute $800. Ball 36 for endowment not favorable acted upon. Bill 37 authorizing endowment as- sociation referred to committee on education. We further recommend that the following schools be referred to the Missionary department The A. M. E. Seminary of Freetown, Surra Leone and Shaffer High School, Arthington, Lederla Resolution 22 defining and regulating executive committee of trustee boards of our schools having already been provided for, we took no action The committee advises that Bill No. 13 by Hon. Jesse H. Williams Seattle, Washington, be not acted upon by the General Conference but refer it to the bishops and members of the 5th Episcopal District. We recommend further that appropriation provided for section 9, page 264 of the Book of Discipline be continued for the following quadrennium. We continued for the following quadrennium. And further recommend the management of each of our schools be urged to use any means possible to pay their institution out of debt. This recommendation is no sense to hinder additional improvements. We further recommend that presidents of our colleges and universities organize associations as at Wilberforce last June be perpetuated. We recommend that the recommendation 21 from the bishops relative to the composition of the trustee board of Wilberforce University be adopted, except where it says one minister from each annual conference, charged to read one trustee from each annual conference. Respectfully submitted. THE COMMITTEE. REVOLUTION. Be it resolved that a telegram of sympathy and encouragement from the General Conference be sent Bishop Moses B Salter and that a committee of three be appointed to draft and forward the same. H. FRANKLIN BRAY State of Missouri County of J. H. H Hamilton, plantiff, vs. Henry M Tuner, as senior Bishop of A. M. K Church in America, et al., defendants Appeal and petition for trial before Annual Conference. To the bishops and members of the General Conference A. M. E. Church in session at Allen, Chapel A. M. E. church, Kings City, MN, the State of Missouri, electing a father and brother the above mentioned John F. Hamilton, minister and member in good and regular standing in the North Ohio Conference of the Third Episcopal District of the A. M. E. church, hereby appeals from the action of said conference at Cleveland Executive session of said conference at Cleveland in the State of Ohio in said by which action the said Jail F. Hamilton was in effect on the 22nd day of Sept. 1909, expelled from said conference without being tried or without any charge being preferred against him that would exclude one from the king's or of grace and glory of any other charge to this honorable body and asks that said action of said conference be declared null and void and that said North Ohio Conference be ordered to replace the name of said John F., Hamilton upon the poll of members of said North Ohio Conference without prejudice to said conference to regularly charge and try and John F., Hamilton in accordance with the Discipline of the A. M. E. church in such cases and provided and further order adjudged and decree that until said John F. Hamilton shall be so charged, tried and convicted, he is and shall remain a minister and member in good and regular standing of the North Ohio Conference with the rights and privileges belonging to him prior to the action of said North Ohio Conference, hereinbefore complained off and for reasons of appeal says: That the laws of the A M E. church provides that no member shall be deprived of his rights as such except on due and proper notice and accession after a fair an impartial trial, etc., and the statement of facts as presented to the civil courts of the State of Ohio is the effect that such trial has been denied to this appellant although he had demanded the same. 2. That the said action on the part of said Ohio Conference above stated deprived this appellant of his membership in the C P. A. of our church which means a forfiture of $75 per annum while and six hundred dollars to his widow when he dies. 3. That the civil courts of the State of Ohio by its decision upon TOPEKA, KANSAS, FRIDAY MORNING MAY 24, 1912. appellants application for protection against said conference in this behalf, ordered that the appellant bring this matter before this Honorable body first and then, if a trial be denied him his right of action in and before said court will then accue and that then and at that time the court will grant him full, fair and impartial heating and such relief as to said court of session meet. John F. Hamilton by his attorneys Alexander Martin of Ohio bar, Julius L. Mitchell of R. I. bar AFTERNOON SESSION. Conference convened at 2 p. b. Bishop W. H. Heard presiding. Rev. J. O. S. Thompson led in singing, Savior more than life to me. Prayer by Dr. J. I. Lowe The committee on revision reported at this hour. Rev. B. J. Askew moved that the rules be suspended till the bill pending in the morning session. The Tanner bill The house of protection be disposed of motion was lost The order of the day was demanded. The committee on revision of discipline. Rev. Tabby of Ga. made the point of order that the house adjourned with a man on the floor and would have to begin this session in the same manner. Not sustained Sec. 1 was read. On motion of Rev. B. J. Askew was adopted. Sec. 2. was adopted on motions of Rev. J. H. Smith. Sec. 3. read and was adopted on motion of Rev. W. H. Prince. See a real and on motion of Dr. W. A. Fountain t adopt. Rev. Goodman of Dla. moved to amend by inserting 40 for 55. Rev. P. D. Davidson moved a substitute for the whole to insert 20, which leaves the discipline as it now is. Carried Rev. T. J. Askes gave notice that he would make a reorganization. Se 7 was read Rev. W O. Davis moved to adopt Bishop-elect, Chapelle offered an amendment that all members of an annual conference shall be permitted to vote and form the laws of representation. Adopted Rev. F T. M. Welster gave notice that he would move a reconsideration when the report was put upon passage as a whole. Mr. Ia I Buyn offered an amendment which was adopted. Bryant's Amendment. Hat on page 229, paragraph 10 d line after word annually, the following words be used instead of those now appearing there. It shall be published by the publishing house within the church making the lowest bid. 2 and paragraph of page 220 be so awarded as to read that the printing of the General Conference minutes shall be given to the publishing house when the church offering to lowest bid IRA T. BRYAN1 The report was adopted as amended The day of the meeting of the General Conference On motion of Dr Wm D. Johnson the meeting of the General Conference was held for Wednesday afternoon, 1st Wednesday in May, every four years. In-hop Chappelle-elect moved that as the increased busts of representation given the annual conference in electing delegates to General Conference greatly increase the number of that once would greatly increase the number of that body moved to strike out "60" and insert "40." Motion lost Rev J A Jones, rose to a question of privilege in which he complained of the treatment of delegates who laid in their seats, while only those could be heard who crowded around the altar. Bishop Head promised to enforce the rule in this matter. The section of the bill which creates a new department was stricken out. Prof. H. T Kealing gave notice of reconsideration of certain sections in the bill Dr. F. T. M Webster gave notice of reconsideration. Sec. 4 and 5 were read and on-motion Dr Wm. D. Johnson adopted inserting annual conference instead of "departmet" Dr. H Y Arnett moved to amend by making quarterly payments to beneficiaries. Adopted. Dr. F. T. M. Webster gave notice of reconsideration See VI was read. Rev. W. F Dangerfield moved to adopt. Rev. R. C Ransom offered an amendment, but the whole section was ruled out. Sec VII was ruled out. Special Dollar Money Committee. Read by Dr. G. W. Porter. Dr. Wm. D Johnson moved to amend see 1 by giving $ per cent of dollar money to the missionary department by taking 2 per cent from the church extension and 6 per cent from the financial department, making the percentages as follows: Financial Department, 40 per cent. Annual Confidence, 56 per cent. Church Extension, $ per cent. Education, $ per cent. Missionary Department, $ per cent. Total, 100 per cent. On motion of Rev. Baster 4 per cent of the 4 per cent be for home mission and 4 per cent to foreign missions. Bishop W. D. Chappelle-clott spoke against the amendment. Dr. Wm D. Jackson spoke in favor of his bill. Dr. R. F. Watson spoke against the amendment. The amendment was adopted. Rev. K. C Holt gave notice that he would move a reconsideration at the proper time. Bishop Heard's Work in Africa. Dr. T. H. Jackson read report of committee on Bishop Heard's work in Africa. MAPLEHILL, KANS. The sisters of the Christian church took in 16 Saturday night at their fruit social. School was out here May the 17th. Miss Velmer Bolton got a county diploma. Mrs. Harry Hall left Wednesday for Atkinson to visit friends. A large crowd from Pasco attended he trust social Saturday night. Larner's are almost finished planting corn. Mr. E. Canshan and F. Anderson of Riverside attaled the social here Saturday. Mr. Thomas Bolton is putting in a concert walk at his home. ```markdown ``` The First Baptist Church is preparing to care for the I H R M B D Association in August. Rev. Paulson with his members of the M. E. Church stopped Paton Harrison and his better half with him of the best things that it was a great pleasure Paton Harrison and we Rev. L. H. then of w appropriate from his staff of the committee Rev. H. with responded with a few well of sorrow. The following name of the who donated. Mrs. F. Lucas. Mrs. J. Goodpastor. Mrs. M. Hinsley Mrs. J. Bond. M. R. Johnson Mrs. I. H. Poet Mrs. G. Holland. Mrs. N. Holford. Mr. G. Lucas Mr. and Mrs. O. Bond Mrs. A. Simpson Mrs. F. Gordonbart and daughter Mrs. M. McDonald. Rav. Lankin and wife Mrs. John Hogerty Mrs. M. Cornuther STRONG CHILDREN To Whom it May Concern: Rev J. H. Duncan of Cottonwood Falls, Kans. has severed his connection from the Baptist Denomination. And the Second Baptist Church of Strong City, Kans., has communicated him from their membership. This May 11, 1912. Rev. Wm P. Harrison, Moderator Miss Etta Blackwell, Secretary ```markdown ``` MR. RICHARD ALLEN, Independence, Candidate for Clerk of the District Court, Montgomery County, Kansas. A write up of Mr. Allen appeared in these columns last week. He is a good substantial citizen and has a large following amon people of all classes. BETHEL, KANSAS. Mr. Archie Choteau left Friday evening for Halifax, N. S., where he will make his future home. Miss Dove Parker spent Sunday in Kansas City, with friends and attendal the conference. Mr. Wm. Durn, is on the sick list this week. Mr. Lard Green of Kansas City, Mo., was in Ball of Saturday the guest of Dentas S. Thompson. Mr. Green is one of the few of our young men who has got the "Back to the Soil" fever, and is looking around for a location. Rev. Jno. King, of the Oak Ridge Baptist Church is taking his vacation, and the Rev. Dave Thomas of Edward-sville, will fill his appointments during his absence. Mrs. Jno. C. Porter who has been on the sick list for some time, is no better at this writing. Mr. Jno. Patrell, visited relatives at Quindato Sanday. Mrs. Tolliver Thompson, attended the funeral of her little grand daughter the daughter of Mrs. Walter Bettin of Edward-sville. He Rev T. W. Kidd, of Boley, Okla., who has been in attendance at the General Conference in Kansas City preached here Sunday at the Zion A M E Church. Rev and Mrs. Kidd were the guests of Mr. Kidd's parents Mr. and Mrs. Wm Barley, while here Mrs. Daria Thompson visited her son, Mr. Maggie Smith in Kansas City, Mo. Thursday [Name] R D IM BOI A writ up and an announcement of Mr Lalbot was published in the Plantation last week. ```markdown ``` Jay H. Horton arrives at the hotel from harsen at when he had been in attendance of the A.M. I. Conference and report a great time The Lakes And Society's Seventh Annual Anniversary was held Sunday at the M.I. Church a fine program was rendered to a noble address Mr. Harrison, the present; Mr. C. A. Hawson, our success in seven years; Miss Stella Harrison, current events; Miss Claire Mitchell, the beauty of sunshine and flowers. Rey Belt Cox, Rey Taylor and Rey Loele, lectured Sunday at the Lakes of the And Society. Mr Earl Masterson was on our street Saturday, returning to his farm at Riley, Saturday p.m. Mr Roy Alexander made a business trip to Kansas City at week Mr Lewis Wallace is very low at this writing and doesn't seem to be improving. Mr M Hanna of Junction City, will or hurt out in business again in Manhattan. Mr Richard Sample of Pott Ave is reported very sick. How fortune smiles on some people Mr Fisher sold his big $90,000 four hundred dollar team and inside of a week one of them died. Mr Lavi Pitts with Young Kamp Pop Factory is one of the best pop mixers and battles in this section Mr Price Cottrell, formerly of this city but now of Pueblo, Colo., is here for a few weeks visit to his mother and two daughters, Mrs. Lewis Cavens and Mrs. Rufus Cardwell. Miss Alberta Smith has returned home from the Waldon High school of Mississippi after a stay of over 9 months. Mr Joseph Mitchell, wants a few good males to ship to the northwest before leaving. We are glad to announce that Miss Trusha, May's, Miss Pancy and Ellis Circulation 9,000 Guaranteed Price $1.50 Per Year. Jackson were among the number to receive diploma's on commencement day. Mr. Gloe Howell has undergone a very severe operation but is better at present. It is reported to us that Chas. Howell will soon depart for California to purchase a orange orchard. LORI SCOTT, KANSAS. The eighth grade graduation exercises of Plaza school were held Thursday evening at C. M. E. Church and were largely attended. A short play "A Parrot Entertainment" was given by the members of the class, following which Prof. Ramsey, Supt. of the schools of the city presented the diplomas. Those graduating were: Trilby Redd, Izeda Goodall, Irene Fleming Cornella Worde, Mina Hill, Claude Brown and James Mack. Lester Diake was the only colored graduate from the high school this year. Mr. Will Perry of Guard, Kans., was a visitor in It. Scott Sunday. Mrs. N Myers is quite all at her home on Bake St. The teachers of the city entertained then pupils with a picnic at Gunn Park on last Friday. Quite a pleasant day was spent by the little folk. Mr. Blaine Lowe has returned to his home in Kansas City after spending the winter here attending school. The reception given Monday evening to the eighth grade graduates and the high school graduate, Lester Drake, proved very successful. The church was beautifully and artistically decorated in the colors of both classes. A host program was rendered after which a delicious three course lunch on was served. THE DAILY RECORDER The appearance each day of The Goat Cornerice Recorder was a climax than any notable strides of prose, thrift and energy that stick out boldly in every act of this most memorable acturing. It is no small task to produce a well printed paper especially at a distance of ten miles in the core of activity, in fact the Recorder The Contract for print of paper to him Nick Cornerice and owner of The Topic Plot Recorder and the manner in which the soil was handled shows much evidence of the art of news- THE EDITOR paper making During the whole eighteen days the paper reached Kansas City about 100 or somer each morning, save one when the "copy" was delayed in transit and the large power press was slightly manned, but despite these setbacks The Recorder was in the hards of readers during the day. The office could not have been better had the work been done on the ground. Mr. Chiles secured this contract by underholding several large printing firms in Kansas City. This great printing firm of the west started in business with a mere nothing and today owns one of the best equipped offices in the country and should have the confidence and support of the united race The above is from the General Conference Daily Recorder and is a high tribute to a man who is wholly deserving, and we take advantage or Mr Chiles' absence and put the same through The Plaindealer. As he read The Recorder, he smiled and blushed like a 16-year-old kid with his first sweetheart, but when The Plaindealer reaches his hand don't be surprised to see a printer with his head swated in bandages or on the bricks looking for a job. I. S. ORDINATION OF BISHOPS OF THE A. M. E. CHURCH. Kansas City, Mo, May 22, 1912 Candidates. Rev. John Harst, D. D. Rev. William David Chappelle, A. M, D D. Rev. Joshua Henry Jones, A. M. D. D. Rev. James Mayer Conner, D. D. Bishops Presiding. Henry M. Turner, D. D, D. G. I. Benjamin Tucker Tanner, D. D. Bengamon F. Lee, D. D. William B. Durick, D. D, LL. D Evans Tyree, D. D. Charles S. Smith, D D Cornelius T. Shaffer D D M. D Levi J. Coppin, D D Joseph S. Hlipper, D. D. LL D. J. Albert Johnson, D. D. William H. Heard, D. D. "God Our Father, Christ Our Redeemer, Man Our Brother." THE AFRICAN METHODIST EPIS. THE AFRICAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH-PROGRAM. COPAL CHURCH—PROGRAM. Bishop Henry M. Turner, D. D, L.I. D, Master of Ceremonies. 1. Voluntary. 2. Hymn 297, Announced by Bishop Evans Tyree, D. D. 3. Prayer by Bishop Joseph S. Flipper, D.D. 4. The Dealogue, by Bishop Levi J. Coppin, D.D. 5. Hymn 294, Announced by Bishop William B. Derrick, D. D. 6. Prayer by Bishop William H. Heard, D.D. 7. Scripture Lesson, 1 Timothy III:1-17 and Titus I:1-12, by Bishop Charley Spencer Smith, D. D. 8. Anthem ly Choir. 9. Sermon by Bishop Benjamin F Lee, D D. 10. Introductory prayer by Bishop Benjamin Tucker Tarner, D D. 11. Scripture Selection, Acts XX: 17-23, by Rev. Charles H Murray. 12. Scripture, Gospel of St. John XXI:15-17, by Rev. Coleman C. Dunlap. 13. Presentation of Bishops elect. 14. John Hurst. Presented by Rev. Thomas H. Jackson, Arkansas Conference and Rev. W. H. H. Butler, Pittsburg Conference. Consecrated by Bishops Benjamin F. Lee, Levi J. Coppin and H. Blanton Parks; Elders Rev. Charles H. Murray, Baltimore Conference; Rev. William H. Thomas, New England Conference; Rev. Theobald A. Smythe, Indiana Conference; Rev. Charles E. Brooks, Louisiana Conference. 18. Prayer of Consecration, by Bishop H. Blanton Parks. 19. Address to Candidates, by Bishop Cornelious T. Shaffer. 20. Veni, Creator Spiritus, by Bishop Henry M. Turner. 21. Prayer, by Bishop Joseph S Flipper. 22. Celebration of the Holy Communion; Bishop J. Albert Johnson, celebrant. 23. Prayer and Bereduction by Bishop William H Heard. Henry M. Turner President, Council of Bishops. Benjamin P. Lee, Secretary. 15. William David Chappell, Presented by Rev. David H. Johnson, Piedmont Conference and Rev. David A. Christie, Columbia Conference. Concurred by Bishop Hertt, N Turner, Benjamin Lusset Innerer, William H. Board; Elders Rev. Bruce H. Williams, Palmetto Conference; Rev. Coleman C. Dunlap, Phadhla A Conference; Rev. John P. Deas, Northeast S. C. Conference; Rev. Richard E. Wall, Piedmont Conference. 16. Joshua Herry Jones. Presented by Rev. William Thomas Anderson, North Ohio Conference and Rev. Charles Bandy, North Ohio Conference. Concurred by Bishops William B. Derrick, Cornelius F. Shaffer, Charles Spencer Smith; Elders Rev Green B West, Auburn Conference; Rev Sue P Leader, North Mississippi Conference; Rev Abraham L. Murray, New Jersey Conference; Rev Samuel J. Harrison, Central Florida Conference. 17. James Mayer or Presented by Rev. Sir M. W. Arkansas Conference. B. Moody, South Virginia. Consolated by L. Joseph S. Happer. L. Elders Rev. I. W. W. Arkansas Conference. R. Jackson. C. Rev. Horace. C. Once Rev. W. W. Missouri Conference. HARRIS LAUNDRY Go to Harris's laundry to get neat first class work. C. T. HARRIS, Prop. Bck. Phones 3027 1123 Kannas Avenue Takhoma Biscuit Takhoma Biscuit. LOOSE-WILES BISCUIT CO. The - Loose Wiles Biscuit Company THE SUMMER SESSION OF LINCOLN INSTITUTE Normal, Collegiate, Industrial and Agricultural Courses. The Summe and Board and Lodge of Lincoln Institute Tuition will cost $2 tion with the Summe tutes. Instruction matics, Drawing, The Summer School will open June 17th and Continue Nine Weeks. A Board and Lodging may be Procured in the Boarding Hall of Lincoln Institute for Two Dollars and Fifty Cents a Week. Tuition will cost $2.00 for the term. There will be held in connection with the Summer School one of the Regular Teachers' Institutes. Instruction will be given in English, Pedagogy, Mathematics, Drawing, Science, History, Manual Training and Latin. The Summer School will open June 17th and Continue Nine Weeks. Board and Lodging may be Procured in the Boarding Hall of Lincoln Institute for Two Dollars and Fifty Cents a Week. Tuition will cost $2.00 for the term. There will be held in connection with the Summer School one of the Regular Teachers' Institutes. Instruction will be given in English, Pedagogy, Mathematics, Drawing, Science, History, Manual Training and Latin. For further information write to President, Jefferson City, Mark This For Remembrance! Not Satisfied with much the largest Shoe Business in Lawrence, we intend to win a STILL GREATER BUSINESS. Wherever Money can Be Saved and Good Values, style and Durability retained, our customers should have the benefit of it. THLRES RIGHTNESS, FITNESS, GOODNESS and FASHION in every pair of shoes we offer our trade. We do not handle truck an 813 Massachusetts Ave., OTTO FISCHER. LAWRENCE, KS. Meadow Gold Butter is an every day delicacy that all can afford. A few cents a month covers the difference between ordinary butter and "Meadow Gold." Butter is one of those "big little things"—a poor quality can have a feeling of dissatisfaction with a native meal, while good butter lends a satisfactory flavor of Meadow Gold Butter is particularly enticing. Its rare richness appeals to the most fastidious palate. Sold by all dealers who are butter particular. Its Flavor Wins Favor Leavenworth-Kansas City TROLLY LINE 17-TRAINS DAILY-17 Leavenworth and Kansas City B. F. ALLEN. Condensed Statement of the COMMERCIAL NATIONAL BANK Independence, Kansas, at the close of business Tuesday February 20th, 9112. RESOURCES. Loans and discounts.....$ 916,340.31 Banking house. ..... 10,000 00 Cash and sight exchange. . $517,061.20 Demand loans 248,161.55 U. S. Bonds at par. . . 141,164 07 Bonds and warrants. . 125,000 00 Due from U. N. Treasurer 3,750 00-1,055,157 42 Total. . . . . . . $1,961,477.75 LIABILITIES. Capital. . . . . . $ 100,000 00 Ships and undivided Profit. . . . . . . 168,516 08 Circulation. . . . . . 75,000 00 Deposits. . . . . . . 1,617,961 65 Total. . . . . . . $1,961,477.75 The above statement is correct. GEO. T. GUERNSEY, President In the discharge of its obligations to the community this bank lends its facilities and its resources in the avenues which make up the business prosperity of Independence and Southeastern Kansas—its desire is to extend helpful service in all directions; to care for the needs of small enterprises as consistently as it does for those of larger proportion. We loan our funds to our customers. Our management does not borrow for personal purposes. No officer, directr or employee owes this bank a dollar. 4 per cent interest paid on time certificates and savings accounts. MEET ME AT THE BIG RACE MEET JULY 4, 1912. The Shawnee Driving Club and Live Stock Association have opened their entry books for all horses barring marks for the annual race meet at the State Fair Grounds July 4, 1912. Classes: yealling trot, three year old trot, forty trot thirty-five trot and free for all pace. All entries must be in by July 2nd. For full particulars address. Missouri. H. G. BROWN, Chairman, TOPEKA, KAN. Wm. BROOKS, President. (First published in the Topeka Plain Jauler April 19, 1912.) SHERIFF'S SALE. In the District Court of Barton county, State of Kansas. A. Sheetz, plaintiff, vs. Joe Popp, defendant. By virtue of an execution issued to me out of said District Court: in the above entitled action, I will, on Monday, the 20th day of May, A. D. 1912, at 10 o'clock a.m. of said day, at the east front door of the court house in the City of Topeka, in the county of Shawnee, in the State of Kansas, offer at public sale and sell to the highest and best bidder, for cash in hand, all the following described real estate, to wit: Lot No. 166 on Topeka Avenue in that part of the City of Topeka, commonly called North Topeka, lying and situate in the County of Shawnee in the State of Kansas. The above described real estate is taken as the property of said defendant, and is directed by the execution to be sold and will be sold without appraisement, to satisfy said execution. JONATHAN D. NORTON, Sheriff of Stawnee County, Kansas. MATT CAMPEELL, Attorney. Visitors to Topeka Will Find Olive'rs A pleasant place to spend a sociable afternoon. Imported Cigars DAVIS FUEL CO. Has All Kinds of .Coal. Bell Phon 1698. BANQUE BANQUET HAM? From all the Hams which pass through our little plant about 5 per cent are carefully selected from young corn fed hogs of a specific weight and quality. These are cured and smoked with green hickory wood like our mothers used to do. The result of our care and cleanliness is the BANQUET HAM. Denver's favorite. The Charles Wolff TOPEKA The Knights OF THE A FRATERNAL BE Will issue policies for yourse Life, Sick, Funeral, and Death home-loving man can afford THE KNIGHT AND OR laws of the State of Kansas, of Insurance of Kansas. Its Surety Company. Liberal ten address NATIONAL H 519 Kansas Avenue, OUR MOTTO: "Prom JOHN M. WRIGHT National President. mes Wolff Packing Company, TOPEKA, KANSAS. Nights and Ladies THE ORIENT. INTERNAL BENEFICIARY SOCIETY Policies for yourself and children, paying Partial General, and Death Benefits in case of death. No man can afford to be without Life Insurance. 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WRIGHT PEARL McNEAL, National President. National Secretary. H. G. Jones, Mgr. PRESCRIPTION DRUGGISTS. Drugs, Chemicals, Toilet Articles, Perfumes, Druggist's Sundries Kansas Farms FOR Negroes and WICHITA Independence, Kansas GO VIA THE A. V. L. ROUTE When traveling between NEWTON, HALSTEAD and WICHITA Courteous treatment to all. DR. WILLIAM E. JACKSON, Physician and Surgeon. 40412 Kansas Ave. DR. W. ROGER RUSSELL, DENTIST All Work Guaranteed to Give Fatal-faction. Dell phone 1205 10:50;3 to 6 501. C. H. Northfoss Dealer In 432 Kansas Ave. Bell phone 1205 Office hours: 9.00 to 10:00; 2 to 6 Bell phone 501. DR. THADDEUS P. MARTIN. Physician and Surgeon. 832 Kansas Ave. Residence: 1020 Bucharan St. Residence phones: dell 901-2. Ind. 1869 Red Examining Physician of the Knights and Ladies of Protection. Special attention to Diseases of Women and Private Diseases... Office and Residence, 327 Madison St. Bell phone 1091 Both phones 774. Res., Bell 648 OLIVER A. TAYLOR, M. D. Physician and Surgeon. Office 334 Kansas Ave, over Gibler's Drug Store, across from Throop Hotel. Calls Answered Day and Night. Residence: 1535 Van Buren St. For Rent—Turnished or unfurnished room. Call Bell phone 1958. Miss Birdie Scott, 1154 Lane street. Totall. $3,103,875.55 B. F. McLean, President. H. E. Case, Vice President. G. G. Tucker, Cashier. E. E. Bleckley, Asst Cashier. FOR PREVENTING MAIN FROM FALLING OUT, BANDAGE AND FITTING OF SCALP BEWARE OF IMITATIONS GET THE GENIUS, PUT UP IN 25* AND 30* BOTTLES WITH CHARLES FORD'S NAME ON EVERY PACKAGE TRY FORD'S ROYAL WHITE SKIN LOTION FOR THE COMPLEXION. MAKES THE SKIN WHITER IMEDIATELY UPON APPLICATION, WILL NOT IRRITATE THE MOST DELICATE SKIN. UNEXCEILLED FOR ECZEMA, SALT RHEUM, PIMPLES, ROUGH SKIN AND PRECKLES. SOLD BY DRUGGISTS IF YOUR DRUGGIST CANNOT SUPPLY YOU WE WILL SEND IT TO YOU DIRECT AT THE FOLLOWING PRICES SHALL BE OUT OF STOCK 25* LARGE SIDES WILL BE THE OZONIZED OR MARROW CO. 322 LAKE ST. GREY 310 CHICAGO, IL 61610 Why is a .. THE HOME DRUG CO. Sporting Goods. DR. J. M. JAMISON, Physician and Surgeon. ```markdown ``` J. S. Johnson. A. B. Johnson Nothing too Good. Nothing too Poor. Johnson Furniture Co., The Second Hand People. Dealers in New and Second Hand Furniture. Easy Payments 715 Union Street. Phone 1464 Coffeyville, Kansas. Colored men, why not buy a farm in a land where a man is a man, where ONE crop will pay for your farm. I can sell you a farm in Logan county, Kansas. PRICES FROM $10 TO $20 per acre; easy terms, good soil, best climate. If you mean business, write S. E. CAREY, Attorney at Law, Russell Springs, Kansas. FURNITURE, CARPETS, UNDERTAKING Phores 57 and 109. 716 Main St. NEWTON, KAN. Condensed statement of the condition of the IOURII NATIONAL BANK Wichita, Kan, at the close of business on the 20th day of February, 1912. RESOURCES. Loans and discounts.....$1,390,650.82 Overdrafts.....1,873.78 Earking house.....52,485.50 Redemption fund.....10,000.00 U.S. Bond at par. $201,000.00 Other high class bonds at par.. 141,754.68 Cash and sight excharge 1,325,610.70 1,668,365.88 Total. $3,103,375 55 LIABILITIES. Capital stock $ 200,000 00 Surplus and profits. 217,562 12 Circulation. 200,000 00 Deposits. 2,485,813 43 Good Things to Eat. Quick Service JONES RESTAURANT 705 Union St. Coffeyville, Kansas Elegantly Furnished Rooms. Reasonable Prices. WANTED:—Good live hustling sales agents, men or women, to sell oil and gas lots at Boley, Oklahoma. Good commission to right parties. Send references with application. Write, T. M. HAYNES, Boley, Okla. Graham Retreat Rooms and Board. W. W. GRAHAM, Prop. 907 E. 18th St. Kansas City, Mo. Condensed Statement of THE FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF WINFIELD, KANSAS. At the close of business Dec. 5, 1911 RESOURCES. Loans and discounts.....$518,254.49 Overdrafts.....9,018.84 U.S. bonds to secure circulation.....100,000.00 Banking House, Furniture and Fixtures.....40,000.80 Bonds for investment.....$65,000.00 Cash and sight Exchange.....$218,268.40 Capital Stock .....$100,000.00 Surplus Fund. ..... 100,000.00 Undivided Profits.....19,457.72 Circulation ..... 100,000.00 Deposits.....$596,034.21 Bond account ..... 35,000.00 631,084.21 The above statement is correct. E. W. BOLINGER, Cashier. W. C. ROBINSON, President. MISSOURI PACIFIC IRON MOUNTAIN THROUGH TRAIN SERVICE BETWEEN TOPEKA — AND — FORT SCOTT, PITTSBURG, WEBB CITY AND JOPLIN Leave Topeka at 9:00 a. m. F. E. NIPPS, Ticket Agent. Phone 371. ROHLFING & CO., WHOLESALE GROCERS Corner Third and Cherokee Streets, LEAVENWORTH, KANSAS. So Different from the Rest, CAFE RESTAURANT and ICE CREAM PARLOR B. F. SAMUELS, Proprietor, 220 Delaware, Leavenworth, Kan Arkansas City, Kan., Erid, Okla., and Anthony, Kan. Res. Phone 144, Office Phone 131 Richard M. Johnson UNDERLAWER AND FUNERAL Private Chapel in Connection First Door Least of Peoples National Park Open Day and Night Paola, Kansas NOTICE TO AGENTS AND CORRE SPONDLNTS Please send cut or photograph that we may use during the year. Have correspondence in by Wednesday We have installed our new inotype machine and paper will be out next Facts A Face Retenoid L adies' Delight. A Freckle Remover. B leaches the skin A lubasterlike Effect S moothe, velvety Skin. T tonic for Face Muscles. R ejuvenates Your Youth. O f Great Beautifying Power. L ovelier Facial Appearance. "ALABASTROL" In the last two months we sold 1,852 packages of Alabastrol. Why? Because it is the most perfect production of its kind on the market, universally endorsed by users Removea Freckles, Sunburn, Tan, etc. Allays chafed skin and is the Ideal Combination Cream and Powder. None give that soothing, cooling feeling as Alabastrol and whose use is so much appreciated. It acts on the face not unlike a refreshing, cooling Spring Morning. We guarantee it to be satisfactory in every respect. Mailed to your home in generous size package and in plain wrapper for 50 Cents Silver. No samples. The Siloron Mfg. Co. Pueblo, Cola. General Conference Resolutions. We are dealing only with the evident, purpose and meaning of this specific act of legislation by the last preceding General Conference seeking to make perfectly clear the legal effect of the legislation under which the said bishops were elected; and not with the county of the case. For until a subsequent General Conference shall indicate in some emplatic manner a change of view as to the wisdom of such enactment; or that it was not the intention so said General Conference and through that conference the church, to place the work in South Africa and West Africa as well as the resident bishops thereto assigned by election, in a district and separate relation because of conditoins prevailing therein, that the views and judgment therein expressed were too radical and instituted a departure from established precedents which in actual application and enforcement works a positive injustice to the bishops elected and operating thereunder, or clothes the council of bishops with power which, under the discipline, are reserved to this constitutional representative body by custom and usage, to-wit, the recall and exchange of bishops, for cause, this committee ventures to suggest that a mandate of the General Conference declaratory of the fact that such an interpretation of the act under which election and consecration of said bishops for south and for West Africa, was foreign to the intention and purpose of conference at Norfolk, Va, May, 1908; that it was not intended to make such a radical departure in the operation of General Superintency in any part of the connection, whether in the home or foreign field, the Episcopal committee is in doubt as to the wisdom of suggesting any alteration or change in said enactment. Unless the council of bishops will first take the matter under advisement and declare what construction they have placed and what application they have made or believed themselves warranted in making of the powers and prerogatives with which this act invests them. W. II. H. BUTLER. Chairman. "Peacock" Flour. Highest Quality. A Genuin: Hair Restorer Did you ever know of any hair preparation which would really grow hair and restore the color to gray or faded hair? There are many preparations highly advertised to do the work, but it is probably your experience that none of them will really meet the claims of their manufacturers. There are many so-called hair restorers which are nothing more than harmful chemical dyes, which do not grow any hair, the only result being that they dyed the hair, having no permanency and often causing a streaky appearance. It has been the aim of the chemists for years to discover a preparation which would really grow hair and restore the color to gray or faded hair, but heretofore they have met with no success. Prof. Rembler now claims to have discovered a combination of harmless vegetable composition which is a Genuine Hair Restorer and will grow hair and does not contain any dye of any kind, but will positively restore the natural color and brilliance to gray and faded hair. This is a very strong statement to make and if any chemist without the recognized ability and national reputation of Prof. Rembler were to make this claim we would be inclined to be skeptical as to its truth. It will be remembered by reader that are familiar with scientific discoveries that Prof. Rembler was the inventor of the one fine process for gilling glass and also the Rembler Wireless Coherer. Any statement made by Prof Rembler is entitled to consideration as he would not make any statement which were not true and would injure his established reputation. The Siloron Mfg Co of Pueblo, Colo., alive purchased the exclusive American rights to manufacture Saginine, as they have named Prof Rembler's invention, after having made a six months' test of Saginne and thoroughly demonstrating that it would positively do the work. The Siloron Mfg. Co. have authorized us to make the following remarkable offer to all who need a "genuine Hair Restorer." They will send a written agreement with every bottle of Sagine, to the effect that if one bottle of Sagine constitutionally used according to the directions does not give entire satisfaction to the purchaser of Sagine does not actually grow hair and restore the color to gray or faded hair, remove dandruff and make the hair healthy and glassy, that they will pay the sum of $7 to any dissatisfied purchaser. This is the strongest offer ever made by any manufacturer and they could not possible make if they did not know positively from experience that it would do exactly what they claim for it. No one can take an chance in buying Sagine as it is certainly worth $1 to use a Genuine Hair Restorer that will really grow hair, and if it does not give satisfaction they will pay you the $7 as agreed. Send a $1 bill to the Silorion Mfg Co. Pucbio, Colo, stating that you wish to purchase a bottle of Sagine with the written agreement to grow hair and restore the color to gray or faded hair or pay you the sum of $7 and it will be sent to you by express in plain manner. The Siloron Mfg. Co. is incorporated under the Laws of the State of Colorado and refer you to the mercantile agencies or any Pueblo Larks as to their ability to fulfill any agreement they make. Go Where you will, you will find few flours EQUALING and, none SURPASSING Cain's No. 1 Flour GUARANTEED at the top in color, flavor and yield The Cain Mill Company ATCHISON, KANSAS WILL H. WITTIG, President and Manager. GEO. EYSELL DRUG CO., Union Depot Drug Store, Mail Orders Prompily Attended. All the Best Brand of Whiskey—Bottled in Bond 1036 Union Avenue, KANSAS CIT Opposite Waiting Room. Home Phone West 360 Bell Phone West 6698 For Sale... 240 Acres Good Farm Land... Three Miles from Niodemus Kas 50 acres in cultivation Good farm residence—never fading water supply. $30 per acre—one hal cash. Address The Plaindealer. Feathers cleaned and curled. Hats made over equal to new. MRS. SUSIE WILLIAMS 420 Kansas Ave. Bell 'Phone 2596 Suitable for truck gardening 1/2 acre nice and level, one block from car line $400, $23 down, $10 month.... Three acres, twoblocks from street car $800 per acre, $20 down, balance to suit. Nine-acre farm—four room house, good out buildings seven miles from Kansas City—two miles from electric line. $1600,$300 down balance easy. Twenty-acre farm, five room house Afro-Ac Investment & E 1005 Mc Gee Street. good out-buildings, fruit trees, one mile from White Church, Kansas two miles from electric line. $3,200, one half cash. In South Park,the beautiful Negro suburb of Kansas City. We can sell you 1/4 acre lot for $250 to $500, $10 cash; $1.00 per week. We will also build you a house let you pay for it on the same terms. When You Go To Springfield STOP AT THE DUNBAR CAFE Services Strictly Alacuart. SANUEL H. COX, Prop. Phone J, 2968 Mme. T. D. T. D. PERK Mme. T. D. PERKINS, Mme. T. D. PERKINS, SCIENTIFIC SCALP SPECIALIST 4630 W. 35th Avenue, Denver, Colo. Madam T. D. Perkins of Derby years in study of the scalp, is now globe in the care of the hair and skin is, Madam Perkins' matchless method of treatment for curling the hair will grow your hair to prevent. 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The Topeka Plaindealer Established in 1899. The appropriation of $15,000 for flood sufferers by the A. M. E. General Conference was a most commendable act of Christian duty and should be emulated by other religious gatherings throughout the country The white people of Kansas City showed of what material they are made when they came to the relief of the A M E. General Conference and tendered them the use of Convention Hall free of charge when Allen Chapel proved inadequate to accommodate the mighty throng which clamored for admission. All hall to those big hearted citizens of Kansas City. --- The House has passed the Senate measure providing for the direct election of United States Senators, but some features of the bill seem unsatisfactory to the southern states, and as a three-fourths majority of the state legislatures must satisfy this measure to become a law, it is fairly certain that United States Senators will be elected by the state legislatures for some time to come. Some "chumps" on the New York stock exchange are wanting to let even money that Roosevelt will be nominated at Chicago and are giving odds of 2 to 1 that he will be elected if nominated. It seems that more people in the Empire state are "bug-house" than common, the colonel in the bunch. But then, the big letters of the country lost many thousands of dollars in their attempt to make Jim Jefferson a better man than Jack Johnson, but who proved more wind and bluster than scraper Some of the men now most prominent in the insurgent forces in this state were at one time the strongest opponents of Populism and now the insurgent soup and the Populist broth are one and the same, but these office seekers seem not to notice their own thoughts of a few years ago and to consider what they claim to think now and all because they are on the outside looking in. It might pay some of these reformers to go back a few years in the files, to their newspapers and compare a few things then and now and ask themselves a question The primary election law in Kansas and in other states is just the thing to make success a sure thing for the Democratic party. The Republicans of Kansas and the insurgent democrats go into these primary contests with all the hatred and vengeance of two opposing parties and before they are through with one another, which ever wins looks like a chicken with the chickin in mounting time and what is left is easy pushing for the straight out Democrats. Candidly we think the primary law as enacted in Kansas a mere force, as Democrats an come in and nominate the weakest candidates for the Republicans and when it comes time to chotty they vote for the other fellow. If this law is to remain in force in Kansas the primary election should be held the same day the general election is held and let the best man win both plums at one shot instead of two as at present and it will not be so expensive. Let the Republicans of Kansas awake from their nightmare and get out of the rut dug long ago by the party known as Populists. PUBLICATION NOTICE. William J. Joseph, John A. Bond and John Flannery, if they are alive will take notice, and if they are dead the unknown heres, executors, administrators, devices, trustees and assigns of above named defendants as also of James Kuykendall, deceased, will take notice that they have been sued by Sarah E. Taylor in the District Court of Shawnee County, Kansas, to quit her title as against them to lots one (1) and three (3) in the east half of Section fourteen (14) in Township eleven (11), Range sixteen (16) in Shawnee County, Kansas, and to bar them from ever setting up any claim thereto adverse to her and that they must answer the petition filed by her as plaintiff in said action in said court on or before the 5th day of July, 1912, or said petition will be taken as true and judgment will be rendered against them accordingly. KANSAS CITY, KANSAS. The "game" of Ive Hundred was given by Mr. and Mrs. C. H. James. On Thursday evening Mrs. L. Jean James gave a stag in honor of her husband Mr. Constellius James. A crowd of young ladies and gentlemen took Miss G. Officer sight seeing in Kansas City, Mo., and ending at the wedding of Right Rev. Bishop Parks' daughter at Allen Chapel. The Dykinson Whist Club of Kansas City, Kansas, had their regular meeting with Mr. Fred Jordon, 2020 Harrison, Kansas City, Mo. The prizes were: Cassidie was given as first prize to Mr. A. C. Penn. A set of cut glasses was the second prize to Mrs. A. C. Penn. A collor set was given as third prize to Mr. E. Tillman and Miss Gertrude Officer was made a member of the club. Mr. Clyde Williams was the guest of Miss G. Officer Sunday. INDEPENDENCE KANSAS Mr. Manual Felhan entertained a few friends Friday evening May 10, at the home of Mr. and Mrs. DeHart in honor of Miss Nettie Bramford of Partlesville who is visiting in the city. The evening was spent in social games and music after which a luncheon was served. All report a lovely time. Sir J. E. Lewis, G. C., made his annual visit through the Southern Kansas district and was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Frank DeHart. Hob Taylor (colored) was tried and found guilty of rape on his step-daughter. The Golden Rod Social Club was entertained by Mr. A. W. Yates, a goodly number was present and after the games a refreshing dutch lunch was served, adjourned to meet with Mrs. Lewis Vandeford. WEIR. KANSAS. Mr. J. H. Coleman the artist who stopped with Mrs. A. R. Phillips the past few weeks left the 7th for Joplin, Mo. Mrs. Letha Hopkins was in the city the 16th on business. Mrs. Ada Coker left the 17th for Pittsburg to see Mrs. Eliza Jones who is very sick. Mr. George Jackson has purchased a business at Joplin, Mo., and left the 17th to take charge. Mr. Dock Dairs left the 17th for Clarmore, Ohio. Rev. Ed Brown delivered a speech at St. John Sarday morning. Rev. J. H. Garner preached at night assisted by Rev. Sparkman of Pittsburg, Kan. Mr Dan Freeman of O'brien was in the city the 21st on business. Mr J. S. Berry was struck while with a ball in the 19th. While the accident was painful he is able to be out. ELWOOD, KANSAS. Rev. T. B. I. Barclay, wife and daughter have returned after spending a week at Kansas City attending the General Conference. Rev. John Garman and wife and S. W. Haghes also attended the conference at Kansas City. The city schools closed last Friday with exercises at the A. M. E. church. The program was excellent and much credit is due Mrs. Webster and Miss McCurry for the training of the children. The school board and citizens are well pleased with them as teachers and they were reappointed for the ensuing year. Rev. Barclay preached for Rev. McCullough at St. Joe Sunday 3 p.m. The Coffee Club went to Wathera, Kansas, Friday and was entertained at a sumptuous dinner by Mrs. Francis Jackson. The A. M. B. church will give a lasset dinner in connection with their rally in June. Two able ministers will preach that day in the Big Grove near the R. R. Bills will be out. Get ready to visit Elwood. Mr. A. Tremble is very sick and not expected to recover. Miss Leora McCarry will leave soon for Colorado Springs to spend the summer. Rev. John Allen and wife spent a few days visiting Rev. Parclay and family. Mr George Davis, Sr, went to Kannan City and returned with a bride. We wish for them a prosperous life. Mr. Roscoe Wisner will go to Lincoln, Nebr., in June to attend the Sunday School Convention as a delegate to the A. E. League. The A. M. E. church will put in a cement front in front of the church. WICHITA, KANSAS. The G. L. A. club met Tuesday afternoon at the residence of Mrs. S. W. Fleming on N. Water St. The afternoon was spent in needlework a short program and conversation, after being served with a dainty lunch the club adjourned to meet Tuesday afternoon at the residence of Miss Lula Cowington on N. Water St. Mrs. Sam Collins of Hutchinson Kane, spent a few days here visiting friend and relatives. "The Girl's Gossip" which was given on Monday night at the A. M. E. church for the benefit of Mrs. Frank Wilkin's title was a success. Miss Mattie Mount left Tuesday for her home in Van Buren, Ark. Mr. Otto Longaker of Colleville, Kans., spent Sunday here, the guest of Mr. Henry Dixon. Miss Rattine Binks was hostess to the Vastl Club Tuesday night at her home on N. Santa Fe. Quotations from Longfellow were given by sixteen members. The hostess served a delicious two course lunch and the club adjourned to meet Tuesday night at the residence of Miss Isis Brooks on Ohio Ave. Mrs. Fleta Coleman Garrett, Miss Allyce Roach, Messrs. Garrett and Giay of Newton, Kans., spent Sunday May 12th here. The program for Dunbar Lyceum at New Hope Baptist church for Friday evening, May 24, was indeed interesting especially the debate received, "That Women should have equal suffrage affirmative, Mr. W. A. Bottis, Negative, Dr. G. G. Brown. The W. T. Vernon club gave a concert and upton bazaar Wednesday night at the Masonic Hall. The Vasti girls gave several numbers and were repeatedly enforced. Miss Mae Tripplett sang "Just as the ship went down," by Leasing in a pleasing manner. Mrs. Gertrude Pryor-Anderson gave a reading which was very good. Many aprons were sold. Tuesday night, May 14th, at the Second Baptist church a musical program was given by Mr. and Mrs. Burrell Nelley. The converts of this year took part in the program. Mr. and Mrs. Glaves of Pratt, Kans, were the guest of Mrs. Sally Hall last week. Mr. Bernard Brooks in formally entertained the Kenal club Wednesday night at his home on Ohio Ave. On Thursday night, June 17th, Mrs. Mary Church-Terry will give one of her entertainments at the New Hope Baptist Church. Mrs. Terry is one of the race's great negro woman, every one is urged to be present. The Annual Thank-giving sermon of the "Odd Fellows" and the "House-Old of Rith" was preached Sunday, May 12th, at the New Hope Baptist church by Rev. Lashback. The sermon was very impressive and a short program was tendered by members both lodges about thirty people from Newton came to attend the sermon. The second Baptist church will give a week of bazaar, May 27-28-29-30-11 and June 1. Each night will have recent announcements. There will be a special musical program on Wednesday night, May 24. Thursday night the sixth will be the great event "The crowning of the May Queen." Ready made and miscellaneous articles will be for sale. All are cordially invited Refreshments will be served each evening, admission each evening 10 cents, season tickets 15 cents. Given under the auspices of the Mission and Sewing Circle. BARLESVILLE, OKLA. Mrs. Henrietta Thompson of Pawnee has returned to her home after a visit to her sister Mrs. Fred Boyd who is some letter at this writing. Mr. A. P. Hopkins will return soon from a trip to Horete, Ark. He will bring back his daughter with him Mrs. G. Gatewood has returned from a three weeks visit with her family in Guthrie. Mowers Henry, Frank and David Morrison received word too late to attend the funeral of their nephew Eugene Black of Great Bend. Rev. Brewster of Lenapah, the Baptist moderator preached here last Friday evening at the New Hope Baptist Church. Dr C. J. Jelly, the Chiropodist, of Dover, Okla., is one of the late at trials and is having quite a success with his medicine and work. Mr. Pluto Hawkins has opened up a tailor shop and is doing well. He is a young man and should be encouraged. Mrs Sadie Garland left last week to visit her mother-in-law, Mrs. Dona Garland at Independence. Mr. David Morrison made a flying trip to Coffeyville Sunday on business, heart trouble it seems. Mr and Mrs Oliver Wesson will leave the last of this week for Powhaska. Mr. Levi James has opened up a restaurant which is proving quite a financial success. Mr. Arnold Smith is well pleased with his trip to Denver. He says business is good for him out there. The work of paying the streets is progressing nicely. Last Monday every colored man who wanted work was employed. A few congenial friends spent a few pleasant hours and had a delicious lunch at Pecan Park on Sunday evening. Those composing the party were: Mrs. M. Luster, Mrs. Luvenla Brown, Prof. L. A. Anderson, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Montison, Mr. and Mrs. Percy Goilby, Mr. and Mrs. Edgar Manning, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Montison and children and Mr. and Mrs. I T Hardeman and children. Mrs. Chas. Reeves and Mrs. Will Brown were down from Dewey to attend the play at the opera house. DEWAY, OKLA. Prof. Garcia is practising his pupils for the closing exercises of school Thursday. Mrs. Maria Johnson who has been visiting friends in Deway left for her home in Lenapah, Okla. The social given by the ladies of the A. M. E. church Friday night was quiet a success. Rev. Holmes being some what disposed was not able to hold services Sunday. Mrs. Isabella Daniels is yet confined at her home with illness. Mrs. B. Woods and Mrs. Mary Beck were pleasant visitors in Deway Sunday. FAIRVIEW, KANSAS. We enjoyed a glorious meeting Sunday evening by the young man who was converted orly about three months, and is starting our for a minister. Hope he will prove faithful to the end. The young Mr. Lee Roy Kopp will preach again Sunday evening about Christ and his crucifixion. Mrs. Betty Wood enjoyed a two week's visit with friends and relatives and will return to Kansas City, Wednesday where she will take up a course in music. Mr. Willis Yaunt and grand son were Sabetha visitors Sunday. Mrs. Bessie Bell took dinner with Mrs. B. L. Wood and Miss Emma Yaunt Sunday. Mr. Henry Thompson was the guest of Miss Emma Yaint Sunday. Mrs. Sarah Ward who has been taking care of her daughter, Mrs. Charles Yaunt will return to her home in St. Joseph the last of the week. Mr. Turner Roundtree is a first class horse breeder, any one wishing horses broke call on him. Mrs. B. L. Wood is a agent for the Topaka Plumdender subscribe for this paper and see what the colored race is doing for themself. Master Howard Wood enjoyed a nice visit from his mother for the past week. SIRFED. OBLA The annual Thanksgiving sermon of the G. U. O. of Old Jellows was preached Sunday May 12th by Rev. E. D. Gaust from Chandler, Okla, at the A. M. E. church. The A. M. E. chon rendered some special songs which was enjoyed by all. The annual sermon was well preached and gave satisfaction to all. Miss Mabel Lucas of Boley, Okla, is visiting her sister Mrs. Katie Brooks. Mr. and Mrs. E. Carrington of Bristow, Okla, visited Sunday with old friends. Messrs. Pate Webb and S. N. Loman returned home from Ohmulgee where they spent two weeks visiting relatives and friends. Rev. E. W. Moore pastor of the St. John A. M. E. church spent Sunday in Prague, Okla. Mrs. Viola Brooks died Saturday morning May 18, after a protracted illness at her home near Key West, Okla. her remains were brought here and placed in the Petty cemetery. She leaves a host of relatives and friends to mourn her loss. Mrs. Mattie Owens of Depaw is sitting her father and sisters. PITTSBURG KANSAS The Jolly Burch of the P. H. S. highly entertained Prof. Starling James and the club at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Pierce on West Sixth Street Sunday afternoon from 2:30 until 6:00. A very delightful evening was spent in conversation and music after which a two course luncheon was served. Those present were: Misses Ieota and Velora Wagner, Maddie Cole, Esther Elias, Jerlene Foster, Allie Abernathy, Wenona Jones, Adam Jilgs, Mamie Larkins, Maddie Robbins and Beatrice Dismuke, Starling James (a graduate of 1912); Amiel Pierce, William White, Turner Alexander, Herbert Alexander, Edward Williamson, George Dismuke and Johnnie Pierce. At the opening of Colored Hall of this city, Mayor Graves, Rev. J. T. Elias and Rev. Bradnax were among the speakers. The P. H. S. Glee Club handed several selections making the program very good. At the close refreshments were served. Mrs. T. L. Dismuke and son have returned home after having a two weeks visit with her uncle, Mr. Danfouth. Miss. W. O. Perry and Walter Highes were the guest of Mrs. Julia Fletcher and daughter Miss Leota last Sunday and Monday. While in the City of Coffeyville, Kansas, they were extended a grand reception and entertained at an excellent dinner party by Miss Leota, the house was beautifully arranged with cut flowers. Coffees were laid for six those present were: Misses Hughes, W. O. Perry and Franklin; Misses Limille Dawson, Gertrude Pierce, Leota Fletcher. Miss Dawson was toast mistress of the occasion. Dr. and Mrs. H. T. Geeder are in Kansas City visiting General Conference this week, while there they meet Dr. and Mrs. Hall of Nashville, Tenn. Mrs. Hale is a sister to Mrs. Geeder and will accompany her to Pittsburgh for a short stay. Messrs. Johny and Amceal Pierce entertained Sunday afternoon complimentary to Mr. Starling James graduation from high school. BLUE RAPIDS, KAN. Messrs. Earl McAlister, Howard Coffee and Robert Potter, of Frankfort, spent Sunday in our city. The young people are rehearsing for a play to be given Children's Day at the Second Baptist church. Miss Alberta Clark and little Ruth Hickman arrived Friday afternoon to spend the summer with their mother. Miss Ida Smith left for her home at Frankfort Sunday. Mr. Guy Overstreet is at home for a few days. Mr. Follett of Concordia, was the guest of Mrs. Susie Hackett Sunday. A few months ago E. R. Buckley, attracted by a cartoon in the Times window, drawn by Virgil Overstreet, the 17-year-old son of Tom Overstreet, became interested in the young man's work and gave him suggestions for a number of cartoon, which he very cleverly executed. Among the cartoons drawn by Virgil were several of a polite nature, which Mr. Buckley submitted to the Kansas City Star. The Star immediately wrote Mr. Buckley that the work was creditable and they would accept them it assured they were original and were not copied from some other paper. Several business men gave it assurance that Virgil's work was original and two of the cartoons were published in Saturday's Kansas Times. The drawings were in regard to the Jatt-Roosevelt camp in Ohio and were direct productions. ABILENE, BAN A few members of the Household at Rath No. 725 of this place attended the annual sermon at Junction City the second Sunday in May. A number of young people spent the second Sunday in May at Junction City. Rev. W. P. Warder passed through here Saturday on route to Junction City. Mrs. M. Gibson and Mr. A. B. White attended the District Board meeting at Strong City last week. The Lowery's Band went to Carrollton Thursday to play. Mrs. Von Dickershon and little granddaughter, Lillian, of Denver, Colo, are the guests of Mrs. Beil Smith and family. Mr. G. Thomas, of Junction City, was the guest of his sister, Miss Ollie Napue Sunday. Mr. W. Curtis left for Junction and other town on business. PARSONS, KAN. Mr. Bruce Easter, of Oswego, was in the city a few hours Saturday evening. The Douglass school eighth grade students wish to announce their annual commencement exercises to be held at Brown's chapel A. M. E. church Friday night, May 21th. Mr. Emanuel Hall, of Los Angeles, Calif., passed through the city Tuesday evening in route to Dallas and other Southern points. Mrs. Bessie Amos, of St. Louis, is visiting her mother, Mrs. Elvira Nowlin, and also taking a much needed rest. Mr. and Mrs. Matthew Cooper and Mrs. B. G. Ransom have returned from Kansas City, where they attended the General Conference. Miss Blanche Brown and Mr. Ollie King were happily united in holy matrimony Saturday evening at their home on West Morton. Their many friends wish them much joy. Miss Mabel Haynes entertained the "Optimates" with a beautiful lunchcon Friday evening at her home, 2117 West Grand. A pretty prize in the guessing contest was awarded to Mr. Earl McCowan. The Jewel Art club met last Monday afternoon with Mrs. Bari Houston. Attet business a dainty repast was served. The club adjourned to meet with Mrs. N. T. Ransom next Monday. Miss Bessie Jones entertained with a six o'clock dinner Sanday evening in honor of Miss Georgia Penny and Miss Dora Warfield. Miss Dona Warfield and Georgia Penny, of the Douglas faculty, and created a splendid class day program for the primary and secondary grades Wednesday afternoon. The rooms were beautifully decorated for the occasion with pink and white roses and also well attended by the patrons of the Douglas school. The little folks were smartly attired in white and showed remarkable aptitude in making the program the most interesting in the history of the school. Misses Penny and Warfield will leave Tuesday morning for Kansas City, Mo, where they will spend a few days with friends, after which Miss Warfield will leave for Pittsburg Manual Training Normal and Miss Penny will go to Chicago, where she will attend the Chicago University. KANSAS CITY, KAN. The People's Forum at its usual assemblage at the Metropolitan church was entertained by the followin: quotations and current events; violin solo, Blaine Lowe of Ft. Scott; piano solo, Miss Diven of North Carolina; address, "Anthropology," Prof. Pinch, from the World's Congress at London; vocal solo, Miss Hattie Richer of Kansas City; Mo. The program as a whole was excellent. Class night, May 21st at SumnerC High School was witnessed by about 500 appreciative and orderly spectators. The following programme was rendered: Invitation, Rev. Spurgeon; piano duet, "La Grace"; Edith Rollins and Florence Hughes; president's address, Wm. Davis; class history, Franklin Bradley; vocal solo, Orpheus Scott; class poem, Edith Rollins; class oration, Van Perkins; duet, "Eventide," Marziala, Myrtle Stewart and Susie Neal; class prophecy, Mamie Bottie; class will, Susie Neal; trio, "Greeting Song," L. Jackson, J. Jackson and M. Bottie; giftingian, Amanda Gille-pie; class song, Words by Edith Rollins and music by Prof. Reynolds; Demediction. Although the auditorium had every seat tayon, the hearers used proper decorum. The Eighth Grade exercises were held Monday night to an over-crowded house at the High School. Several of the lower rooms had choruses, drills etc. The eighth grade pupils did well. The Commencement proper of Summer High School was held Thursday evening at the Kansas City Kum. High chu-tt's Conservatory, will give a School. The programme as carried out will be spoken of next week. Miss. Denby, of The Boston, Massacreutal at the Metropolitan Baptist Church, Monday evening, May 27th. All are invited. Rev. and Mrs. Wilson, of Oakland Calif., who visited Mr. and Mrs. Wilthe Conference, have gone to tour other sections of the United States. Mrs. A. Scott King of Lawrence, visited Mrs. Carine Nash, while attending Conference. Dorsey, one of our teachers, was buried Tuesday afternoon from the A. M. E. Church. He was an old retian. He was buried under the aus-Ester Court. He leaves a wife, two Mr. Dorsey, father of Miss Ursie speeted citizen and an obedient christices of the Immaculates and vueen sons, three daughters and other relatives and friends to mourn his demise. Blaine Lowe, a pupil of the Fort Scott High School is visiting in the city. Rev. Gray and Dr. Porter of Chicago were visitors at the Forum. Dr. Cook, of Chicago, will be at the Metropolitan Church, Friday evening May 31st. Everybody should hear him. Rev. Jackson of the Eighth street Baptist Church will lead his flock to victory in a rally next Sunday. The baccalaureate sermon was delivered to the twenty three pupils of the class of 1912 by Rev. O. E. Jones at the A. M. E. Church last Sunday to a large audience. It was very eloquent. Ms. a teacher from the S. tps, has been visiting her prot., Mr. Ross on North 9th street. Three of our colored citizens are owners of automobiles, Meersers, J. W. Jones, F. Gleed and Dr. SILL Thompson. Dr. and Mrs. S. Bayka entertained some General Conference delegates and their most intimate friends. Mr. Carl Sharpe, of Eskridge, is in the city, the guest of Postus Duke. Miss Ruth Scott attended the "Waltz Pattie" at Emporia Friday evening. Mrs. Nick Chiles attended the General Conference at Kansas City last week. Roy, W. R. Carson, D. D. and wife, of Cleaview, Okla., are in the city visiting relatives. Mr. Roy Barker spent Saturday and Sunday in Kansas City attending the General Conference. Atty S. L. Caryy, of Russell Springs, Kan, was in the city Wednesday enroute to Oklahoma. Mr. Herbert Smith spent several days in Abilene, Kan. last week, returning home Saturday evening. Mr. Jas. McDowell, formerly of this city but now living at Trinidad. Colo. is in the city visiting relatives. Mr. and Mrs. M. W. Cunningham are the proud parents of a baby girl, Mary Geraldyne, born Sunday, May 19th. Mr. Geo. W. Chivie, one of the best known men in the West, was in the city Monday on one of his regular trips. Rev. Russell S. Brown, of Seattle, Nebr., spent Sunday of last week in the city, the guest of his mother, Mrs. Toliver Bird. Mrs. Ellen Page returned a week ago Friday from Omaha where she spent several weeks with her daughter, Mrs. J. G. Pegg. Mrs. Ethel McElory, of St. Louis, Mo., is here visiting her mother and father, Mr. and Mrs. C. G. Spaulding at 1020 Washburn avenue. Mr. and Mrs. Alexander Tillery, of Chicago, Ill., left Wednesday morning for Omaha to visit Mrs. Tillery's sister, Mrs. Jno. G. Pegg. Mrs. Taylor and son., Frank, of Lyons, Kan., was in the city Thursday en route home from the General Conference at Kansas City, Mo. Misses Neosha Venerable and Amcha Gledd, of Lawrence spent Sunday of last week in the city as guests of Miss Katherine Darker. Mr. C. G. Spaulding celebrated his 75th birthday on Tuesday night, May 7th. He received quite a few presents and reported a delightful time. Mrs. Andrew Woodall, of Chicago, is in the city visiting her sister, Mrs. Lucy McAdon. She is on route to Denver to visit her other sister and friends. Mrs. Jas. Douglas returned Thursday evening from Excelsior Springs, Mo., where she spent several weeks under medical care and is much improved in health. Mr. Junius J. N. Gray, who is with the American at Wagoner, Okla., spent Saturday and Sunday of last week in the city, as guest of Miss 'Gustava Brewer. Rev. Davis, of Portsmouth, Va., who is attending the General Conference at Kansas City, visited in the city this week, the guest of Major John M. Brown and wife. Mr. Albert Walton, of Crescent, City, Okla., spent a day in the city, the guest of his aunt and uncle, Mrs. G. W. Charles and Mr. Jesse Persley He was en route to Omaha. Mr. Alexander Tillery, of Chicago was in the city the past week visiting his wife and her parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Page, Sr., Mr. and Mrs. Tillery left this week for their home Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Tipton, of Emporia, spent several days this week in the city, the guests of Mrs. Tipton's Parents, Major and Mrs. Jno M. Brown. Among the graduates from Topeka High school this June are the following colored students: Missen Minne Johnson, Willa Abe Cooper, Messrs. Harold Harris, Joshua Jennings and Fred Thompson. Merdames Mary Smith, Toliver Bird, Alice Williams; Misses Lizzie Cooper, Lutie Hawkins, Effie Burge and Alberta Guy attended the General Conference at Kansas City last week. Mr. Walter Jones attended the General Conference at Kansas City last week. Mr. Eliza Webb of Leavenworth spent today in the city, the guest of Mrs. N. Chiles and Miss Willa Smith. Mr. Jno. Roundtree, who has been tutoring law at Howard University Washington, D. C., is home for the summer. Mrs. Eliza Alexander entertained a dinner Thursday of last week complimentary to Miss Willa Smith of Colorado Springs. Messrs. Harry Perguson and Louis Ranson spent Saturday and Sunday at Kansas City attending the General Conference. Mrs. D. C. Scott and Master Raymond went to Kansas City last Thursday to attend the General Conference returning Saturday evening and report a grand time. Rev. I. E. Edwards, of Columbia, Mo., delivered an excellent sermon at St. John A. M. E. church Sunday morning of last week. While here he was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. D. C. Scott. To Whom It May Concern: All delegates coming to the State Federation in June 19-20, please notify secretary of City Federation naming railroad and time to arrive. Mrs. M. Oliver, Secretary, 947 College Ave. Misses Minnie and Captolia Jones, Pearl Rhodes; Messrs. Harold Harris, Joel McKnight, Preston and Herbert Smith spent Sunday at Perry, the guests of Miss Mattie Bryant, Miss Bryant accompanied the party to Topeka, returning home Monday. Mr. G. W. Jones is in Kansas City this week in the interest of his property, and while there, he will also attend the General Conference. Miss Merle Figgins, of Lawrence, spent Sunday in the city, while here she was the guest of Miss Gertrude Sulomon. Mrs. Katherine Perkins, age 63, died at her residence, 227 Chandler, May 21 of heart trouble. She is survived by four sons and four daughters. The funearl was held Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the Second Baptist church, of which she was a member, under the auspices of the Benevolent lodge. Irterment at Mount Auburn cemetery. Mrs. C Makes pleasantly entertained at her home Tuesday afternoon from 4 to 5 p. m. in honor of Georgia Ogeal Fantoy sixth birthday. The house was artistically decorated and music was furnished by Gladys Rhodes. The following little folks were present; Jaunita and Thelma Kelly, Gladys and Traddleon-Martin, Gladys Rhodes, Jena Nattingham and Maud Hayes and Rocette Hayes. Each little guest reported a very pleasant time. The State Federation of Women's Clubs (colored) will hold their twelfth annual session in Topokha, Kansu, June 19-20, the executive board will meet in the afternoon of June 19. Members of the board look forward to the same. The session will convene at the second Baptist Church at Third and Quincy, Rev. G. W. Henry, pastor. SUMMER GARDEN TO OPEN. Miss Wilson Plans a Sacred Concert for her Opening May 30 Miss Ogeal Wilson announces that her Summer Garden will be opened on May 20th, with a sacred concert by the Big B girl band, which is very fitting for the occasion and should attract a large crowd. In the evening the Owl Orchestra will render music, Admission free. RADFORD—McCOMBS. Yesterday at high twelve, a pretty wedding was solemnized at the home of Mr. Frank Radford, 1825 Jackson street, the contracting parties being his daughter, Miss Annabelle and Mr Walter McCombs. Mrs. Dora Alexander struck up a wedding march and the contracting parties entered the beautifully decorated parlor where in the presence of a few relatives and close friends the Rev. G. W. Henry pronounced the solemn words that joined two lives together till "death dooth part." Miss Radford is an accomplished young lady and possesses all the qualifications that go to make a model wife. She comes from one of the oldest and most highly respected families in the state. The groom is a good, honest, hard-working young man and is well liked by all who know him and we predict that he will make good. The Flaindealer along with may friends, casts the proverbal old shoe and wishes them luck. FOR DRUGS AND PRESCRIPTIONS LORLE-HUGES At B Street Baptist church on last Sunday Miss Daisy Forte was married at high noon to Mr. S. S. Huges. The bride was nicely gowned in a sortly white dress and carried bridal roses. Mr. Huges was dressed in a neat black suit. Just before the wedding, Miss Jessie Oden, in a very sweet voice sang a very pretty song after which Miss Betta Forte played the wedding march. The ribbon bearers were little Misses Lillian B. Patton and Dorothy Jordan. Rev. Mendenhall, the ex pastor of B Street officiated. Miss Forte is the accomplished daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Forte of North Topka. After the wedding an old fashion dinner was served at the house. We as friends wish Mr. and Mrs. Huges a happy marriage. Miss M. B. Patterson and Mr. Lee Pitts, of Kansas City were married in Kansas City Saturday evening. Miss Patterson is the daughter of Mr. Jno Patterson, Sr. of this city and for a number of years has taught in the city schools. The couple has the best wishes of the community for smooth railing and happiness through life. --- Mrs. Frances Spriggs, age 90, died at her residence, 1328 Vanbuuren, Sunday, May 19th. She was a member of Lane Chapel and the daughters of Tabernacle; was industrious and loved by all who knew her. The funeral was held Tuesday from Lane Chapel, Rev. Hamlett conducting the services. Interment Tophe cemetery. The following little girls met at the home of Captola and Tillie Jones on Fillmore street and organized a sewing club: Thelma Chiles, president; Dorothy Page, vice-president; Josephine Cunningham, secretary; Tillie Jones, assistant secretary; Joanette Jackson, treasurer; Rossie Moore, assistant treasurer; Rose Page, Captola Jones, Corinne Shields and Margaret Mallory. We are in receipt of an invitation from the faculty of Tu-kegee Normal and Industrial Institute announcing the Thirty-first Anniversary exercises, from Sunday, May 26th, to Thursday, May 29th. The annual commencement session will be preached by Rt. Rev. Robert Strange and the commencement address will be delivered by Major Robert R. Moton of Hampton Institute. Mrs. Calla Scott Cuba was born in Murray County Tennessee August 18, 1862. She lived in Topka until about twenty years ago she moved to Kansas City and there lived until her death. She was stricken Friday at 9:30 a.m. of apoplexy and died at 5:20 p.m. She professed a hope in Christ June 18, 1922 and joined Vine Street Baptist church, where the funeral was preached by Dr. T. Ewing. She was a member of Pricket Court No. 3, O. E. S. and Mary E. Dicken's Tabernacle No. 32. Interment in Highland cemetery. She had many friends which was shown by the profusion of flowers and the large attendance at the funeral. Merdames M. Matley and Nancy Smith entertained from 4 to 7 p.m. at a miscellaneous shower at their home, 1155 Clay street, complimentary to Miss Annabelle Radford, who was married Thursday noon. The home was beautifully decorated with cut flowers and at the proper time a course luncheon was served. Each guest was delighted with the afternoon and departed wishing Miss Radford success and happiness. Those present were: Miss Annabelle Radford, guest of honor, Nellie Ellis, Lillian Jordan, Hattie Goodpanture, Clark, Maggie and Ed Connolly Editor of the Plaindealer: We ask the kindness of you to give notice to the people of your city that on the 26th of May Rev H. W White, pastor of the Baptist church, North Topcha, will preach the first sermon in the building now under construction, which was destroyed last June 16th by fire, known as the Ebenezer Baptist church. We expect on that day to hold our first service in this building situated on Riley street between Eighth and Ninth streets North Attickson. The not completed but in shape so that we can hold services at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. of said day. Everybody is invited to bring us $100 to help in this struggle at least. Wm. SMOTHERS The Ladies Shamrock club met Tuesday, May 7, at Mrs. W. W. King's beautiful country home, seven miles in Scarbrook. About twenty members enjoyed themselves on a large hay rack, which met them on Washburn campus. After their journey out there which was a very jolly and a long one the meeting was called to order. After the regular routine of business an instrumental solo tendered by Mrs. Greene which was well received by all the members. An hour was spent in needle work, after which a three course dinner was served by the hostess. Following the dinner the members enjoyed a trip up the famous Barnett's Meadow which is a beautiful place covered with many species of rocks and flowers. Each member brought one home as a token. They also carried the name of the club and each one's initial on the stones. After spending an hour at the top they returned to Mrs. King's and at a late hour started for home declaring Mrs. King an ideal hostess. The club adjourned to meet with Mrs. G. W. Jackson 1,000 Washburn avenue, Lowman Hill, Tuesday, May 21st. JACKSON'S UNION PARK. Opens Tuesday Night, May 29—Better and Grander Than Ever. Come and enjoy a night of genuine old-time pleasure. Listen to the band and see the free moving pictures. On the night of the 10th, Decoration Day, there will be a special musical program by Jacksons 23rd Regiment Band, at 8 o'clock, and later in the evening there will be shown Military Moving Pictures, exactly suited to the day and occasion. Come and join the crowd and have a genuine good time. Take the Country Club car. Get off at 21st and Buchanan Streets and walk three blocks east. REV. J. LOGAN CRAW MAKING GOOD. About seven months ago there arrived in Portland from Kansas City an ambitious clergyman with no known recommendations except a talented wife and a grip sack. The clergyman was Rev. J. Logan Craw, the pastor of Bethel A. M. E. Church. On his arrival he found the church poorly attended, caused perhaps by the lack of intellectuality, aggressiveness and diplomacy. Rev. Craw seemed endowed with all these essential traits, and with the aid and splendid general-ship of his faithful wife, he put all of those powerful characters to work and as a result old Bethel has awakened from its lethargy. The first sermon by the new pastor caused those present to begin to talk about it, and soon the news became noised around that the new pastor at Bethel had the goods and knew how to deliver them. The attendance began to grow and the membership began to swell and with in a month the congregation had grown far in excess of the seating capacity of the church and many were being turned away almost every Sunday evening, they being unable to even obtain standing room. It was then that it became apparent that a new and larger choice of worship was needed, and right here the new pastor showed his good general-ship. He first announced a next egg rally, which netted in cash $121.73. This successful move encouraged the members, friends and clubs to a more aggressive and earnest campaign to raise more funds. But how to go about it was the next question. The pastor announced that the first Sunday in May would be general rally day and that he wanted to raise no less than $600 to be applied to the building fund of the New Bethel. This announcement aroused interest among the members, friends and the different clubs and the clubs and with each other in raising the greatest amount of money towards the $600, House socials, dramas, church concerts and entertainments were given by the different clubs from time to time. And the results of their good work were shown at the rally on last Sunday evening when together with the subscriptions of members and friends, the sum totalled $95.12. Thus, added to the next egg fund which was $121.72, swelled the amount to the munificent sum of $135.65. 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Mr. Arthur Robinson has purchased a track of Stevens County land. Mr. McCormick and family of Toreka have moved to Houghton and will make this their home. Mr. Jefferson and brother of Fitchold, hanks, spent a few days in the city last week. Hazel Tollert was born April 21, 1866, died at the home of her father, Joshua Tollert, May 14. The funeral was held at the residence conducted by Rev. D. G. Cole. The deceased leaves a father, sister, three brothers and a host of friends to mourn her demise. Interment at Green Lawn Cemetery. Raymond Tollert of St. Anton, Co., came to attend the funeral of his sister Hazel last week. Mr. Smith is on the sick list. Miss Estella Tollert of St. John, Kanku, attended the funeral of her sister Hazel last week. Monsars, H. I. Currin and D. Johnn were in Liberal this week Vehicle and Saddle Sale. ...AT THE... We carry the largest and most complete stock of Farming Implements, Wagons, Buggies, Harness and Machinery of all descriptions that is carried in the Great Southwest. We have the Exclusive Agency for the Peter Schuttler, Bam, Mitchell and Milburn Farm Wagons. The Moon Bros., Henney, Anchor, Rock Island and Banner Buggies. Our Implements, and Farm Machinery are put out by the best factories in the world, such as the Rock Island, James, and Black Hawk, J. I Case, Rache, Sattley and Pattee companies. We carry nothing but the very best and up-to-date goods. We have the Acme Harvesting Machinery, the National Cream Separator and the Old Trusty Incubator. We are now prepared to give you the best price that we have ever offered the public in Farm Implements. See us before you BUY. We are selling EVERY FARM IMPLEMENT in our house at a BIG DISCOUNT, for we realize that we are overstocked. We will save you several dollars on every single or double row cultivator, salary plow, gating plow, single or two row weeder, double-row lay by, garden tools, drag harrows, corn platters, lesters, corn stalk cutters, corn sheds, brach plows, walking plows in all sizes, sod plows, scoops and scoop boards, grind stones, alfalfa renovators, etc. If you are in the market for any of these articles, you can't afford to pass this up. Cone and visit our Harrow Factory. This department is in charge of Harry E. Clamplett, the best all round harness man in Cowley county. Here you will find the best styles and quality to be had in team and driving harness. If you bring in your specifications we will make you any style of harness that you want. We keep a large stock of all kinds of harness all the time. If you are in need of good collars, see us before you buy. Look over our SADDLES. This is where we sure do shire. We carry everything from a child's saddle to the heaviest Ranch King Saddles. No one can beat our price here. In connection with this department we do all kinds of Sailier Repairing. Bring up your harness and get it oiled and repaired before the spring work begins. Our price is right on this kind of work. When it comes to Style, Quality and Prices, we have the whole thing combined in our Vehicle room. Come and look these over. We have buggies, Carriages, Ruralbats, Driving Wagons and Spring Wagons in straight and auto seats, plant bed or cut under, steel or rubber tire, wood or steel bed, electric lighted and ball bearing, all at a ridiculously low price. Driving Wagons and Ruralbats $37.50 to $100.00 Top Buggies from 45.00 to 150.00 Carriages from 100.00 to 250.00 Spring Wagons from 45.00 to 100.00 Cuts 15.00 to 20.00 What is the use of using old harness and vehicles when we will take them in trade for anything in our store? We will sell you these goods for cash or on time. Come and let us talk it over with you. We have no need to grind, friends to reward or enemies to punish, but we have got the goods, the price is right and we want your trade. I also have a good farm of 80 acres, 314 miles northwest of New kirk, Ohio, that I will roll cheap Come and see me 109 SOUTH SUMMIT STREET We carry the largest and most Machinery of all descriptions that Peter Schuttler, Bain, Mitchell and Banner Baggies. Our Implants such as the Rock Island, Jane's, nothing but the very best and up Cream Separator and the Old Truss. We are now prepared to givements. See us before you BUY. COUNT, for we realize that we are row cultivator, salary plow, gang plows, corn planters, letters, or scoops and scoop boards, grindstones you can't afford to pass this up. Come and visit our Harrow. I round harness man in Cowley county driving harrows. If you bring it we keep a large stock of all kinds you buy. Look over our SADDLE saddle to the heaviest Ranch Kneement we do all kinds of Sailiery spring work begins. Our price is: When it comes to Style, Quality and look these over. We have both straight and auto seats, plant bed or bearing, all at a ridiculous low. Driving Wagons and Rural about Top Bagging from Carriage from Spring Wagons from Cuts What is the use of using old hats? We will sell you these good nooses to grind, friends to reward we want your trade. I also have a good farm of 80 Come and see me Conference Proceedings. HISTORY MAY 1, 1812 Café, a place of worship and hymn 27 was lit by Rev W H Bowen Prave L. L. H. Smith last Teen Confidence Rev L. L. H. Smith last Savior of the little time The 1st Chapter of Romans was read as a scripture lesson by Isa. J C Cawley who conducted the Deva service. Miss Lea, Ivy of California saug a. He lamented His Chlite Cree See Johnson ream mur of both day morning session Rev H. H. Wilson moved the appro priate minutes. After some in caret the minutes were app ed. N. of the after or ses were at Re I A Edition of Miss moved the ap art of minutes. Rev I I Lowe of A. obtained the first and second the pending motion. Rev J W Watson of Miss made the point of code that Rev. J. I we was o'f the seat and made the rules call the board. Point sustained and J Lowe yielded the floor. Its minutes were approved. Mr. J. of the caring society we read all the titles of Rev A R. Coope. of New Jersey were approved Bishop H. P. Parks at this point presented the gave to Bishop J. S. Tipper The members of the 8th Episcopal district over which Bishop Flipner has provided during the quarrels and in singing, "Matching or 1 Victory" and bearing a formal offer of a cross to F H Jackson of Ar. presented Rev C R. Turkey of Ala. who made the present address Bishop Flipner responded to the address accepting offering. A quartette composed of Revs J M Salton, H G. Maltgomery, U G. Dorson, R H P. Light surge "G" Ye" Rev G B Young of Tex rose to a quest or of privilege, but was prevented from speaking owing to the over crowded condition of the building which caused some confusion Rev B I Water moved sarg. "A Charge to Keep I have." Rev J I Lowe assel that the house be pargel and that only delegates be admitted to seats Bishop Pipper the presiding Bishop, replied that the house would be purged at once. Rev J I Lowe moved that an account of the crowded corridor of the building and the impossibility to proceed with the order of the day, that the order be suspended to afternoon session and conference meet at ore block pinn in Convention Hall Bishop Pipper presiding Dr B F Watson led in singing, 'Jesus Saviour Pilot Me' Prayer by Rev. P. H. W Leak of N C. Rev. W H H Butler read recommendations from the Episcopal committee, recommending that four PHONE 837 complete stock of Farming Imple- ment is carried in the Great Southwest. We and Milburn Farm Wagons. The Moon requirements, and Farm Machinery are pa- tec. Black Hawk, J. I Case, Racine, Sattle -ont-date goods. We have the Acme Ha- city Incubator. We you the best price that we have ever We are selling EVERY FARM IMPLE- me overstocked. We will save you se- low, single or two row weeder, double all cutters, corn sheds, brush plows, wires, alfalfa renovators, etc. If you are in Factory. This department is in charge city. Here you will find the best styles in your specifications we will make you of harress all the time. If you are in CES. This is where we sure do shire Saddles. No one can beat our price. Repairing. Bring up your harress are right on this kind of worth. Synd and Prices, we have the whole thing boggies, Carriages, Rurabots, Driving or cut under, steel or rubber tire, wood prices. Harress and vehicles when we will take bolds for cash or on time. Come and let us enquiries to punish, but we have 30 acres, 312 miles northwest of New ELL, Imp (4) teller and four (4) secretaries elected to carry out the order of the day, at ben - the election of Lipsop. Rev J. I. Lowe moved to attend by saying one teller from each Lipsop district instead of four tellers. Amendment adopted Rev. G. W. Potter voted to adopt the report * and did Carne. He towing 1. A R Cooper 2. S S Morris 3. A. I Anderson 4. J. P James 5. W L. Baggers 6. W A Lourtait 7. R. L. Ramsey. 8. W. B. Hawks 9. L. H Jackson 10. H D. Hyman 11. J S Blaswell. 12. J H. Tinsley. 1. R D. Stenson. 11. S H Semomiller. Secretaries C P Cok C R Tucker I A Lakes R H Stingaton. Rav B W Moart of Ga moved that the delegates remain seated as they are [Carne] Bishop Hippop read rule 57 which refers to the order of elections in the General Conference. After which he is to renew touching the solitude of the occasion and called on Dr B I Watson to sing, Come Holy Ghost Heavenly Love, etc. Rev P. H W. Lock called prayer "Am I a soldier of the Cross," was sung. Bishop Hippop instructed the tellers as to their duty which resulted as follows. See tally sheets. On first ballot Dr John Harst was elected. After first ballot the following raced ministers thanked their friends for support given them and withdrew from the race. Rev H. I. Kealing, M M Pontu, G W. Alken, James Deem, I J Peck, A H. Allaway, H I Real. The second ballot was taken and resulted as follows: W D Chappelle, J M. Corner and J. H Jones being elected bishops. Prof John R Hawkins moved that 9:30 a.m. Friday morning he made the order of the day for elector of general officers Carried Rev G W Porter, sang Hallelujah The Dore, etc. The conference took a recess to meet Friday morning at 9:30 a.m. Benediction by Bishop Heard Having taken a recess on the previous day the conference was called to order at 9.30 a.m at Convention Hall by Bishop J. S. Slipper Rev W J. Powell of Ark. lined the following hymn "O for a Thousand Torgues to Sing" etc. Prayer by Rev O L. Mosly, W Ark Conference read the first Psalm for the scripture lesson. The ritualistic service was conducted by Rev P W. Defyles of the W. A. Conference The conference then sang with Rev B J Watson ARKANSAS CITY, KAN. Implements, Wagons, Buggies, Harness and Rest. We have the Exclusive Agency for the Ice Moon Bros., Henney, Anchor, Rock Island are put out by the best factories in the world, Sattley and Pattee companies. We carry Come Harvesting Machinery, the National have ever offered the public in Farm Implement in our house at a BIG DISCOUNT. You several dollars on every single or double double-row lay by, garden tools, drag harrows, walking plows in all sizes, sod plows, you are in the market for any of these articles, the charge of Harry E. Clamplett, the best all styles and quality to be had in team and make you any style of harness that you want. We are in need of good collars, see us before to shire. We carry everything from a child's or price here. In connection with this department and get it oiled and repaired before the thing combined in our Vehicle room. Come Driving Wagons and Spring Wagons in wood or steel bed, electric lighted and ball. $37.50 to $100.00 45.00 to 150.00 100.00 to 250.00 45.00 to 100.00 15.00 to 20.00 We take them in trade for anything in our hand let us talk it over with you. We have we have got the goods, the price is right and of Newkirk, Ohio, that I will sell cheap Implement and Company. leading "Sweet Peace the Gift of God's Love." The election of general officers was resumed. Prof. Ira I Bryan raised the question as to the advisability of defying the election of business manager of the Book Concern, until the conference has acted on the bill for single management of the A.M.H. Publishing house, which bill was then in hand of the special committee. The chair replied that it was the prerogative of the conference to pursue other course in this matter. The order of the day was called for and the ballot for the election of business manager for the Book Concern, was taken with the following result: Rev. J. I. Lowe, 222 Rev. M. W. Thornton, 126. Rev. J. H. Grant, 127. Rev. S. W. Billing, 24. Rev. C. A. Wingfield, 5. Rev. R. R. Wright, 2. Rev. F. F. W. Webter, 1. Rev. Prof. I. L. Bryant, 2 Hrown out, 2. Total votes cast, 522. Necessary for a choice, 260 There being to election all candidates received a smaller number of votes than himself having withdrawn from the race Rev. M. W. Thornton moved that the rules be suspended and that secretary be instructed to cast the vote of the conference for Rev. J. L. Lowe Carried The secretary cast the vote and Rev. J. L. Lowe was declared elected By common consent the conference paused to receive greetings from the M. E. church, South, through Bishop E. R. Hendicks of Nashville, Tenn. Rev. B. F. Watson led in singing. When the Midst is Rally in Splendor, Bishop Cuppin sang, "The Church is Moving On" Bishop H. M. Turner then presented Bishop E. R. Hendricks who delivered an address before the conference, Bishop B. P. Lee made the response, Mr E. Manuel Hale sang, "Keep Smiling and Pass It On." The presiding officers stated that Rev. C. M. Tanner desired him to announce that he (Rev. Tanner) had withdrawn from the race for editorship of the Christian Recorder. The ballot for the election of editor of the Christian Recorder was then taken, which resulted as follows: e took ing at Rev. R. R. Wright, Jr., 375. Rev. H. L. Gaines, 134. Rev C. M. Tanner, 1. Rev. W. D. Johnson, 1. Thrown out, 5. Total votes cast, 516. Necessary for a choice, 256. prev led to in Hall W J. lowing orgades O L. and the son Rev. R. R. Wright, Jr., was declared duly elected. The first ballot for election of secretary of Parent Home and Foreign Missionary Society was taken with the following result: Rev. W. D. Johnson, 170. Rev J. W. Runklin, 114. Rev J. W. Walker, 64. Rev W W. Beckett, 64. There being no election all candidates except the two receiving the highest number of votes withdrew from the race, and the second ballot was taken which resulted as follows: Rev. J. W. Rankin was declared elected. By common consent the election was suspended to receive fraternal greetings from the C. M. E. church. Bishop L. J. Coppin led in singing. My Hope is Built on Nothing less than Jesus blood and righteousness." Rev. S. H. Brown of Louisville, Ky., delegated by the C. M. E. Church to convey a fraternal message to the conference was presented by Rev. H. L. Murray to the presiding officer. Bishop J. L. Pipper who presented the speaker to the conference. The greetings were cordial and hearty. Mrs. J. G. Robinson sang "His Eye is on the Sparrow and I know he Watches Me." The response was made by Rev. J. T. S. White of Louis. The ballot for election of financial secretary was then taken with the following result: Proof. J. R. Hawkins was declared duly elected. Announcements were made and notices given. The conference then took a recess to meet on the following day at 9:30 a.m. at Allen Chapel. 13TH DAY. Kansas City, Mo, May 18, 1912. The General Conference was called to order at 9:30 a.m. with Bishop J. S. Clipper pre iding. Rev. A. R. Dobbins lined hyphen. Talk with us loud thyself reveal, etc. Rev. J. P. Myrts of Central Ala Conference read scripture lesson, 81 division of the Pslam. President Hill of Shorter College sang, "Some Day." Rev. J. H Hawkins conducted the decalogue. Rev. Jos. Styles of N. Y. sang, "Bye and Bye." The bishop announced the presence of the Episcopal committee. The chairman Dr. W. H. H Butler read the report of the committee on resolution concerning the status of Bishop Head of West Africa. Rev. H Franklin Bray, moved to adopt the report of the Episcopal committee. Dr. J. L. Lowe made objections. Dr. R R Davis asked for the second reading of the report. Dr. R. H. Banny said that there is no incontestant clause in the resolution of Notfolk, Va., assigning bishops to Africa for 12 years and moved that the motion to adopt be laid on the table. Last. When the main question was put Dr. Thos H. Jackson spoke in favor of the question and Dr. H. I. Kealing against it. The report of the Episcopal committee was adopted. Dr. J. I. Lowe moved that we reconsider and table the motion to reconsider. Trained Bishop Elipper rendered an opinion having the status of a member of the Episcopal committee who has been elected bishop. His opinion is to the effect that a bishop elect shall cease to be a member of the Episcopal committee and ordered that Dr. Thos H. Jackson take the places of Dr. J. M. Connet on the Episcopal committee and Rev. J. M. Campbell take the place of Dr. Jackson as one of the tellers. In accordance with the above opinion the name of Dr. J. H. Jones, bishop elect was taken from the list of the Episcopal committee and Dr. Chas. Bundy inserted. Dr. J. C. Coleman was placed on the delegation of the Ohio Conference. The report of the committee on C. P. A. Association was read by Rev. S. J. Johnson of Texas. Rev. C. W. Dunlap of S. C. moved to adopt. Dr. A. R. Cooper of N. Y. opposed adoption. Rev. T. J. Asknew asked some questions concerning the statement of Dr. A. R. Cooper, the statement being that if the secretary can't pay its obligation it is likely that the church will be sued and disgraced. Dr. W. A. Lewis spoke in favor of the adoption of the committee's report. The question of state insurance laws was raised. Dr. Gilbons explained the West Virginia laws. Lawyer J. S. Mitchell stated an insurance company is bound by the laws of the state under which it operate. Bishop Flipper asked if a corporation might enter into a contract and adjust its affairs with its patrons? Bishop Heard asked if the insolvency of the C. P. A. Association meant the insolvency of the whole A. M. E. Church. Prof. D. I. Jordan asked that since the A. M. E. church and the C. P. A. association are seperate corporation is it not a fact that the A. M. E. church is not responsible for the obligation of the C. P. A. Association. Col. Mitchell stated that his opinion is that the church is responsible. Prof. Jordan asked why the A. M. E. church and the C. P. A. Association operate under seperate charter if the A. M. E. church is responsible for the C. P. A. Dr. L. Pope offered an amendment that a committee be appointed to take in the charge the officers of the C. P. A. Association with the view toward winding them up Dr. Lewis spoke in objection to the motion to amend also did Dr. T. N. M. Smith of Ga. and Dr. R. D. Stinson of African Dr. J. A. Lindsay of Tenr moved the previous question Dr. H C De Lain spoke in favor of the amendment. The vote was taken and the motion as amended passed. The report of committee on connectional periodicals was read by Dr. N. C. Buren, Dr. J. R. Ranson moved that the report be considered by sections. Carried Section 1, was read, Dr. C. A. Wingfield moved to adopt. Dr. Grant objected. Dr. Wingfield obtained the floor while out of the bounds of his delegation. Point sustained Dr. A. J. Carey was given the floor and made a convincing appeal against the abolishing of the Western Recorder and offered the motion that the Western Recorder be included in the periodical of this section. The motion as amended was passed. Section 2. was read Dr. Sowell moved to adopt the amendment. Sec. 1. having covered the ground of Sec. 2. the section was ruled out Sec. 3, was read, Dr. Gilmere moved to strike out Sec. 3. Carried. Sec. 4, was read Dr. R. T. Matthews moved to adopt. Carried Sec. 5, was read Dr. R. H. Bumbry moved to adopt Bishop Shaffer made the observation that the missionary secretary must have a voice some where. Dr. Harmon stated that he is opposed to giving the women a paper. Dr. S. W. White of Miss. opposed the amendment that the Woman's Recorder became the official organ of the Women's Missionary Societies. Dr. J. Lowe moved that the women be given a part of the Voice of Missions as the official mouthpiece. Bishop Hippier ruled that before section 5 can be adopted be considered Sec. 4 must be reconsidered. Sec. 6 was read Dr. H. Wilson moved to adopt Dr. Sterrett moved to amend 5 as the Southern Christian Recorder of the Western Christian Recorder. Prof. D. J. Jodiar asked why the difference between ministers and laymen in the suggested reduction and offered as a substitute price of the Christian Recorder. Recorder what taken with either the Southern or Western Christian Recorder shall be $1.50. Dr. Jodiar asked how on the paper what they come out of it and moved that Sec. 6 should out Mr. T. talked out Dr. W. D. Johnson that the motion to lay the act at 7 p.m. be laid on table cannot. Sev. 7 was read Dr. W. S. Bryant moved to abort Rev. Gubbins asked the reconstitution to the paper to leak ask how is the money to be paid and moved to amend it give $25000 a year. Rev. K. C. Hult moved the section be laid on the table. Carried. Bishop Hipper appointed the special committee, or C.P.A Association as follows: Hor, J. S. Mitchell president D. J. Jordan and Hon. A. I. Merriwether. The roll was called and the secretary of education was balloted for Rays, Asknew, Roundtree, Wallace, Morart, Vetnon and Prof. Jordan withdrew. On motion the rules were suspended and Prof. J. S. Jackson was elected secretary of education by the secretary casting the vote. Prof. Jackson was declared elected editor for A. M. E. Review balloting for. Before the votes were counted Dr. Romon moved that the rules be suspended and Dr. R. G. Ransom be elected unanimously. Carried The secretary was instructed to cast 114 for Dr. Ransom, Dr. Ransom was declared editor of the A M E. Rev. Rev. H. S. Gaines moved that the rules be suspended and Prof. Ira T. Bryant be elected secretary of the Sunday school Union and be elected by acclamation. Carried The secretary was instructed to cast the unanimous vote for Prof. Ira T. Bryant. Carried. When the time came for the election of secretary of Church Extension Rev. Byrd said that he would not be a candidate for secretary of Church Extension. Rev. John W. Williams moved that the rules be suspended and that Dr. B. F. Watson be elected by acclamation. Lost. The roll was called and the ballots cast Rev. R. S. Jenkins moved that after the ballots are counted the conference take a recess till Monday. The bishop refused to entertain a motion while the votes were being counted. Ballot as follows: B. F. Watson, 305. J. W. Washington, 185. J. F. Gilmere, 12. Williams, 1. Total votes cast 430. Necessary to choice 210. Dr. Watson having received a majority of all the votes cast was declared elected. Conference next vote for editor of Southern Christian Recorder. The vote resulted as follows: G. W. Allen, 324. John Harmon, 4. J. A. Jones, 95. Necessary to choice 211. Dr. G. W. Allen having received a majority of all the votes cast was declared elected A ballot for editor of Western Christian Recorder was taken which resulted in no election Drs. Carey, Barsdale, Bray and C. S. Hunter withdrew from the race. Dr. T. R. Sims moved that the rules be suspended and Dr. J. F. McDonald be elected by acclamation. Carried. The secretary was instructed to cash the unanimous vote of the conference for Dr. J. F. McDonald who was declared elected. The vote being 345. Dr. Barksdale moved that the rules be suspended and Dr. J. C. Caldwell be elected secretary of A. C. E. League. Carried. The secretary was instructed to cast 345 votes for Dr. Caldwell. He was declared elected. Dr. Attaway gave notice that he would move for a reconsideration of that part of the committee's report which refers to the place of publishing the Review. The Bishop appointed the special committee on the status of the Hist oraphy as follows: Thos. H. Jackson. D. P. Roberts Bishop C. S. Smith. A. L. Galres. F. Jesse Peck J. R. Hawkins and C. W. Abbirton. Report of Committee on Episcopacy. The resolution discussed in the sub jited report. Whereas; The General Conference sitting in Norfolk, in the State of Virginia, May, 1825, did pass a resolution purporting to be an enactment to assign the bishops of African for a part of twelve (12) years. And whereas; The health of William H. Hoad, who was assigned to West Africa under and by the recognized force of said resolution has been greatly impaired as to tender it dangerous to his life to be returned to said Africa. Therefore be it resolved; That said Bishop Heard be and is hereby recalled, and that another be elected to serve in his stead and further; that while served in Africa, our bishop be and are hereby allowed to return to America once in two years and to have then travelling expenses paid by the financial secretary. Resolved further, that this take affect from its adopt or JULIUS I. MITCHELL, THOS. H. JACKSON, JOHN HARMON. RANSOM PLUS PORTER. We have resolved, in spite of all the ill to us which come, His land shall not our prison be, And rather be our tomb. Our cat, have heard strange music ring, Through many passing years; The clarking chairs and cracking lash, And fetters break 'mid tears. We're heard the shout of triumph, too, And songs of freedom glad, Since up from slavery's darkened per, To freedom's light we rose, That light has not our vision blind, To heights which lie before. We do not boast by pointing back, To monuments we're made, But forward to the heights we press, And will the heights attain. These unscaled heights we will ascend, By efforts strong and brave, We ask no pitty as we rise, Just don't obstruct the way. We carry weights of ignorance And poverty, 'tis true, But do not ask that others bear The burdens we are due. We simply ask an open way, As we are passing on, The burdens we'll release ourselves, And lose them as we run. G. W. PORTER. "THE FIRST COMMANDMENT." One of the bishops in attendance on the General Conference received the the following significant paraphrase of the "first commandment" from an aged sister in South Carolina; "I was proud to receive your blessed howdy" in keeping with the first commandment; that is "to honor old people." ANNOUNCEMENTS Candidates in all Sections of Kansas to Be Voted on at Primarics Aug. 6, 1912- Take Your Choice. SHAWNEE COUNTY. H. W. BOMGARDNER Candidate for Coroner, Shawnee County, Subject to Action of Republican Primaries. OSCAR K. SWAYZE, Candidate for Clerk of Shawnee County, Subject to Republican Primaries. Vote for Your Old Friend, TIM DONOVAN, Candidate for Marshal of the Court of Topeka. JONATHAN D. NORTON, Sheriff of Shawnee County, announces his candidacy for re-election, subject to the Republican primaries. J. W. BELL, announces his candidacy for SHERIFF ..... of Shawnee county subject to the Democratic Primaries. HUGH MacFARLAND Candidate for Probate Judge, Shawnee County. I will appreciate your votes. Subject to Republican Primaries. R. L. THOMAS, Candidate for Clerk of the District Court Shawnee County, subject to Republican primaries. DR. JOHN H. RINEHART Candidate for CORONER Shawnee County, subject to th decision of the Republican primaries. I Would Appreciate Your Vote JOHN BERTENSHAW Attorney at Law, Independence, Kansas, candidate for Republican Nomination for PROBATE JUDGE Subject to the action of the primary August 6th, 1912. ADVERTISEMENT. I am a candidate for the Republican nomination for Probate Judge of Montgomery county, subject to the primary election August 6, 1912. ROY T. OSBORN. 611 South 4th St., Independence, Kan. E. S. MEARS, With Mears Abstract Company, Independence, Kansas, Republican candidate for Register of Deeds, Montgomery County. B. P. WAGGENER, Democratic Candidate for State Senator, Subject to Action of Voters of Atchison and Jackson Counties. C. M. VOELKER, Republican Candidate for County Clerk of Atchison County, Kansas. Primary August 6, 1912. CHASE COUNTY. W. C. AUSTIN. Republican Candidate for State Printer. Present Incumbent. Primaries August 6, 1912. I hereby announce myself as a candidate for the nomination for County Treasurer of Miami County, subject to Republican voters at the primaries, subject to the wishes of the Democratic primaries. Respectfully, O. T. BEESON. E. CLEMANS. Register of Deeds of Miami County is a candidate for re-romination subject to the wi-les of the Republican primaries. O. A. HINKLE. Clerk of the District Court of Miami County is a candidate for re-nomination, subject to the decision of the Republican primaries. BOURBON COUNTY. For Congress J. H. CRIDER, Bourbon County's Candida gress from the Second Congressional District of Kansas. JUDGE W. R. BIDDLE Announces his candidacy for District JUDGE, Subject to the will of the Republicans of Linn, Bourbon and Crawford Counties. I hereby announce myself a candidate for the nomination for Register of Deeds, subject to the approval of the Republican vote at the August primary. IRA TRAVIS. SUMNER COUNTY. A. W. LANN. Clerk of the District Court, Sumner County, Candidate for Republican Nomination, for the primary to be held August 6th, 1912. A. J. BANKS, WELLINGTON, KAN. Candidate for Republican Nomination for Register of Deeds of Sumner County. Primary August 6th, 1912. HARVEY COUNTY. FOR COUNTY ATTORNEY. I hereby announce that I am a candidate for the office of County Attorney, of Harvey county, subject to the Republican primary to be held August 6th, 1912. HARRY W. HART. DOUGLASS COUNTY. J. L. BRADY Announces His Candidacy for Congressman, Second District, Subject to Republican Primaries. JAMES GILL Candidate for Sheriff of Douglas County, Kansas. Lawrence, . . . Kansas. Subject to Republican Primary August 6, 1912. COWLEY COUNTY. Settled in Beaver Township, 1871, which is still his place of residence. E. W. COULSON Republican Candidate for re-election for Register of Deeds. Arkansas City, Kansas. Co. E, 78th Ohio Vol. Inf., Nov., 1861, to July, 1865. CLERK DISTRICT COURT. I hereby announce my candidacy for clerk of the District Court, of Cowley county, on the Republican ticket: for the primary to be held August 6th, 1912. E. W. COULSON. Candidate for Republican Nomination for Register of Deeds of Cowley County. Primary August 6th, 1912. RENO COUNTY. ALBERT G. LANDER Candidate for Republican Nomination for Register of Deeds of Rero County. Primary August 6th, 1912. ALLEN COUNTY. I hereby announce that I am a candidate for the office of Probate Judge, subject to the decision of the Republican voters at the primary, and will be thankful to my friends for their support. C. C. M. CARTY. A. MARR Jola, Kareena. A. MARR Candidate for County Treasurer Subject to the action of Republican Primary August 6. GEO. NE7YMOUR Republican Candidate for County Clerk. Subject to Republican Primary. MRS. E. W. MYLER Republican Candidate for County Superintendent of Schools. Republican Primary Aug. 6, 1912. Yours, MRS. E. W. MYLER. FRANKLIN COUNTY. I announce my candidacy for the nomination for sheriff of Franklin County subject to the Republican primary next August and subject to the will of the voters of be county. GRANT SMITH. I take this opportunity to announce to the citizens of this county that I am a candidate for the nomination for Protate Judge on Be Republican ticket. WALTER PLEASANT. I hereby announce myself a candidate for the Republican nomination of Register of Deeds of Montgomery County, Kansas, subject to the preramies to be held August 6, 1912. J. D. WINTERS, Independence, Rural Route 3. I hereby announce myself a candidate for the Republican nomination for County Commissioner of the Third district of Montgomery County, sub- ject to the decision of the Republican voters of that district as expressed at the primaries August 6, 1912. I hereby announce myself a candidate for County Commissioner of the Third district of Montgomery county, subject to the decision of the Republican voters of that district as expressed at the primaries August 6, 1912. WALTER MCGUGIN, INDEPENDENCE, KAN. I hereby announce to the Republicans of Labette county my candidacy for clerk of the District Court, subject to the will of the Republicans at the primary election. It is conceded that my nomination will add strength to the ticket and harmony in the party throughout the county on this office. George A. Albrecht, Fairview township. I hereby announce myself a candidate for the Republican nomination of County Attorney of Montgomery County, Kansas, subject to the primary to be held August 6, 1912. I hereby announce myself a candidate for the Republican nomination for County Attorney of Montgomery County, subject to the primaries to be held August 6, 1912. CHAS. D. ISE. COFFEYVILLE, KAN. W. H. COLUMBIA of Cheotopa, announces his candidacy for the Republican nomination for Sheriff of Labette county. ED. LOVE. of Independence, Montgomery county, hereby announces himself a candidate for Sheriff, subject to the Republican primaries. ..... I hereby announce myself a candidate for the Republican nomination for County Attorney of Labette County, subject to the primaries to be held August 6, 1912. W. A. DISCH, PARSONS, KANSAS, LABETTE COUNTY. Announcements. I hereby announce myself a candidate for the republican nomination for county commissioner from the third district of Labette County, sub ject to the primaries August 6, 1912. I hereby announce myself a candidate for the Democratic nomination for clerk of the District Court of Laotte County, subject to the voice of the people at the primaries August 6, 1912. MILES MOORE. --- I desire to announce my candidacy for the republican nomination for county commissioner from the third district of Iabette County, subject to the primaries August 6. 1912. J. L. WAITE, Sr. County superintendent. I hereby announce my candidacy as county superintendent of Cowley County subject to the republican primaries to be held August 6, 1912. M. MAY ADAMS. W. B. LORTON Republican candidate for nomination for register of deeds, Winfield, Kansas. Announcements. Editor: After nearly thirty years of answering fidelity to the Republi can candidates of this county I desire to announce that I am a candidate for the Republican nomination for Register of Deeds of Morrisonery County, subject to the choice of the voters t the primary, August 6, 1912. F. A. ROSNER. Parker Township. Register of Deeds The Plaintiff is authorized to announce Sam H. Corner of Sycamore township as a candidate for the Republican nomination for register of deeds, subject to the will of the voters at the primary August 6, 1912 Editors: Please announce that I am a candidate for the Republican nomination for the office of Clerk of the District Court of Montgomery County, Kansas, subject to the action of the voters at the primary August 6, 1912. W. P. HORRS Treasurer. I am a candidate for the nomination for county treasurer subject to the will of Republican voters as expressed at the primaries August 6. JOHN L. WADMAN. C. F. Claassen, President. C. B. Warkentin, Vice President, H. H. Johnston, Cahier. C. W. Cnaassen, Asst. Cahier. The Kansas State Bank Capital and Sarplus, $02,000. NEWTON, KANSAS. C. B. Warkentin, S M Swartz, Dr. J T Astell, J. H Linn, J H McNalt, S A Hanbr, J A. Bardall, J G. Roger, Thon, Sherdan, John Olinger, C P Causen. ASK FOR "Fitright" Overalls and Coats Quality and Workmanship Unsurpassed. 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We carry one of the Great Times of UNDERBRING GOODS In the State We never sleep. Three Licensed Enalmer in attendance. 626 Quincy. Both Ithones 52 n Eagle" popular Flour For best Result =TOPEKA INDUSTRIAL INSTITUTE= COMMENCEMENT. [Portrait of a man in a suit and bow tie, facing left, with a serious expression.] RIA E C MORRIS D D President National Baptist Convention. Mrs. Thomas Dismuke has been visiting in our city for the last two weeks. She will have for her time in Pittsburg, Kansas, Saturday the 10th. Mrs. Bess Aller of Cherokee, Kans., visited with her friends a few hours in state for Kansas City to visit will be daughter Mrs. M. McCain. Mrs. James Washington, Mrs. Olive Groomer and Mrs. Lathiel Washington have returned from Emporia where they were called to attend the funeral of Mrs. Name Campch who passed away the 9th. After the long routine of business, the delegates were elected to the State Federation, these were Mrs. L. B. Perkert and Mrs. Winter Pittell. After which the fancy work was taken up for the afternoon. Mrs. M. Cummins of Serrine, Kans., an out of town number was present for the afternoon. After the work was laid aside the hostess with the assistance of Miss Grice, Goth and served a delicous two course lunch. The club adored it meet with Miss Balan Bute. The Repairing Club of the A. M. K. church gave a social Tuesday night at the hall they had great success. Mrs. Kithol Lovell and Mrs. Kitta Cullen were shopping in Parson, Kate. Thursday and Friday. Mrs. Cora Lovell has returned from Argentina. Lovell after two weeks visit with relatives and friends. Mrs. Kithol Campbell who has been on the news list for two weeks is now what improved at this writing. Mr. Neom Campbell has returned to school in Topeka after visiting with her mother Mrs. K Campbell. Mrs Mary Strandler is still on the sick list Mrs Lottie Evans was brought home by her mother very sick Tna A. M. B. Silver Leaf Sewing Circle met at the resident of Mrs. Joseph Odair in Maywood There was no business or sewing carried on Mrs. Ethel Washington and Mrs. T. Disnake of Pittsburgh were visitors, the rest of the afternoon was spent in social conversation and music after which Mrs. Odair served a four course lunch to 15 She was assisted by Mrs. Lorrie Hale, Mrs. B. Perrin, Miss George and Miss Leola Henderson The next meeting will be with Mrs. Melton Gaston, 315 N. Malcolm, HUTCHINSON. KANSAS. The Imperial Art Club met at the residence of Mrs. R. B. Perkerson. It being a beautiful afternoon their was a large attendance. The meeting was called to order by the President. GIRLS NEW DORMITORY It was responded with great honour after the top-digit routine of Mrs. business were delegates were elected to the State Federation, these were: Mrs. L. D. Perkert and Mrs. Winter P. Hell After which the family work was taken up for the afternoon, Mrs. M. Cromie of Seymour, Kars, an out of town number was present for the afternoon. After the work was land with the hostess with the assistance of Miss Grace, Gothaard served a delicious two course lunch. The club admiral met with class Italian Babe. NO1104. The District Conference and Sunday School Convention of the Nebraska District A M L. Church will converge in Nebraska June 24-27 and 28 51 COLLINS P E Rocky O 517 Nebraska Ave, Kansas City, Kansas LAWRENCE, KANSAS Dr. Booker L. Washington delivered an address at Kansas University last Tuesday at 11:15 a.m. The gymnastian was filled every seat being taken. He talked on the problems that confront our race and dwelt at great length on the dignity of labor. He was heartily received and frequently applauded. At 2 p.m. Rev G. N. Jackson, D. D. of Warren St. Church invited him to address a crowd, he stood an auto and made a short address. Prof. W. R. Cutter and his secretary Mr. Hunt accompanied him. Miss Matie Overstreet sang last Friday night at Allen Chapel for the general conference which is in session at Kansas City, Mo. Robert Jackson goes to Kansas City, Mo. Wednesday to attend General Conference. Rev G. D. Olden of Topeka came down to hear Dr Booker T Washington at Kansas University last Tuesday. A great number of people from adjoining cities and the country came to hear Dr. Washington's address. The Imperial Art Club gave an entertainment at the residence of Mrs. May 24 to 29, 1912. May 24 to 29, 1912. FRIDAY MAY 24—Band Concert Sunday 2:30 Commencement Sermon Bishop C. H. Phillips 8 p.m. Religious Sooties Address Rev. P. H. Hill Lawrence, Kansas MONDAY 8 P. M.—Retorical Pro gramme Address by Prof. W. P. King, Weir City, Kansas TUESDAY 2 P. M.—Class Day Exercises 8 P. M. Industrial Program WEDNESDAY 2 P. M.—Commencement and Deductory Exercises Address by E. C. Morris, D. D. President National Baptist Convention. Take Cem Vehicles Meets Cars S Take Cemetery Car Vehicles Meets Cars Sunday and Wednesday From Prather last Monday night Mrs. Mary Rogers hostess. He loving program was rendered Vocal Solo—Ruth Prather Piano Solo—Harald Schleser Piano Son—Nessho Venciele Vocal Solo—Maria Overstreet Violin Solo—Edward S. Baker. Rey and Mrs. J. C. Taylor and daughter Anta left Tuesday to Kansas City. Mrs. T. attend General Conference. Mr. Marie Henson will spend the summer in California she will tent in a few weeks. Rey McNeal of Kansas City, Kansas was here on business last week Dr. F. D. G. Harvey went to Kansas City last Thursday to meet his brother Sherman Harvey who has been in the Philippine Islands. Miss Gettude Mason spent Sunday in Topoka, she was the guest of Mrs. Roundtree. Quite a number of persons from here attended the General Conference at Kansas City, Mo. A. S. Green and Claude Gutford of Sterling, Kansas, were in Lawrence a day last week Mrs. Cattle Hughes stopped over in Lawrence on route to Topeka from Kansas City. She is making Topeka her home. The Sunday Forum will close May 20th, Sherman Harvey lately from the Philippines will deliver an address. Mrs. Hattie Morrison and son Clarence left last Saturday for Buston, Iowa, on account of the illness of Mr. Morrison's little daughter. Henry Taylor of Leavenworth is visiting his daughter Mrs. Gertrude Clark for a few days. Mrs. Mary Rogers, Ruth Prather and Clarence Pierson went to Kansas City Sunday to General Conference. George Prather of Leavenworth spent Sunday in Lawrence. Miss Birdie Clarke left May 20th for Denver, after a six months visit with her father and friends. She had a very pleasant visit and her friends metery Car Sunday and Wednesday the Students Council of K. L. with Miss Wayne Dillard last Saturday afternoon. Woman suffrage was discussed at length. Mark was the rished by Miss Matie Miller and Hazel Schloss. Visitors, Misses Matie Miller and Miss Bude Clarke of Denver Daily refreshments were served by hostess. Sherman Harvey returned from the Philippine Islands when he has been for several years. He has a host of friends here who welcome him home a day or two. Mrs. Sarah Mason is some what in-disposed this week. Last Sunday was old folks day at Warren St. Baptist church. A great number of the old people of Lawrence were brought to church by their sermon. After services the old people were given their dinner which was bountiful and well prepared. Morning collection $1015. Summer School and State Institute AT BARTLETT AGRICULTURAL AND INDUSTRIAL SCHOOL, May 27th to June 8th, 1912 Domestic Arts Hall, by Dalton, Charlton County, Missouri. Io Teachers and Friends Interested: By appointment and direction of the State Board of Education, through its President, Hon. Wm. P. Evans, Superintendent of Missouri Public Education, especially for Public School Teachers of the counties of Chariton, Carroll, Lafayette, Saline, Howard, Randolph, Macon, Linn and Livington. You are cordially invited to this Iq. M. P.HOP C. H. PHILIPS, D. D. N. INVILLE, TOW. 1 WILL BL. Dalton is on the main route of the Wash and Railroad. Passenger trains have Moberly via Hurtsville and Sidney west Dalton, at 6 a.m. and 8:50 p.m. daily, teaching Dalton at 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. Gang out from Kansas City and Chillicothe, arrive at Dalton at 11 a.m. and 1:15 p.m. 100 AHON—Bartlett Country Life School Grounds and the surrounding country now present a healthy and beautiful view. Pure air, splendid accommodations, a thrifty, sturding and hospitable little village Tuition, including examination fee, $200 Bard and Lodging for the two weeks, $100 per week, payable upon entrance. Board and Lodging per day, 75 cents; per meal, 25 cents. County Examination at Salisbury, Mrs. by Hon C C Carlstead, County Superintendent, Friday and Saturday, June 7th and 8th Come, enjoy and get it all over. Respectfully, N. C. BRU CE. Conductor. NEWTON, KANSAS. Miss Massie Harris is home from Emporia to spend a few days with her mother, Mrs. W. H. Cole. Miss Liggins of Dallas, Texas, is visiting her brother and sister. She will leave for her home next week. Mrs. George Bell is rapidly improving. Mr. G. D. Johnson left last week for Huston, Texas. Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Reevely left last week for Missouri to visit his mother. Mr. and Mrs. H. F. Smith, Mt. and Mrs. Denant Rose and daughter, Gonzelle of Omaha were auto parties in the city last Sunday visiting churches and friends. Rev. O. I. Burckhardt returned to live a City this week where he attended general conference. There will be baptizing at Mt. Zion next Sunday night. Magnolia Court No. 10 held their public installation and entertainment in Mason Hall last Wednesday night and Mrs. Lala B. Moore was installed M A M afterwards the ladies executed a very neat drill, which was applauded by the big crowd in attendance. Mr. Wilson Harding aged 75 years, died at the home of his son, G. W. Harding, 1912 U., last Wednesday of heart trouble. The deceased had been sick almost the entire winter. The funeral was held in Brown's Chapel on Friday at 2 p.m. and was preached by Rev C. R. Runyan, quite a crowd of friends attended to pay last respects to the deceased. Two sons and a number of other relatives survive him. Mrs. J. Saules of Rockfall, Ill., is visiting her brother, Thos. W. Coleman in this city and is contemplating buying a home here. Rev. Preuit of the Newman M. E. will be in Hastings, Nebr., next Sunday. Rev. M. Wooten now of Ft. Scott, Kans., was in the city the past week on business. Born to Mr. and Mrs. M. E. Williams on last Friday night a baby girl. Rev Frank Wilson, G. C. M., now in charge of the Tabernacle home in Topeka, Kana, and Mrs. Emma Gaines also of Topeka visited the Dts. and Knights of Tab, here Monday afternoon and was entertained by them Monday night at the hall, all enjoying the occasion. Mr. Frank Williams is reported gaining in strength this week. Mrs. Lizzle Hale is able to leave her bed this week.