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THE TOPEKA PLAINDEALER With Four Years More of Taft Prosperity in Store and Bounteous Crops All Kansans Ought to be Happy. Fourteenth Year. No. 26. A FRIEND TO OUR PEOPLE! The Colored People of Kansas and the Country Generally Have a Warm Spot In Their Hearts For United States Senator Chas, Curtis, There is one man in public life in Kansas who has always befriended the colored people of this state, and who has helped them whenever an opportunity presented itself. That man is United States Senator Chas. Curtis of Topeka, Kansas. In 1878 and 1879, when he was starting out in life and before he was of age, a large number of colored people came to Kansas. They made up what was known as "the colored exodus" to this state. Several thousand of them, poor and indigent, at that time arrived in Topeka. They had no homes to go to, and no place was provided for them. They were greatly in need of food and shelter. There being no place where they could stay, Mr. Curtis, seeing and appreciating their helpless condition, being in charge of a tract of land belonging to himself and sister, permitted them to go upon it, build log huts and make dugouts, where they could live with their families, and also permitted them to cut and use all the wood they needed. Later, when they desired to buy homes, he sold them lots on long time payments, which enabled a large number of them to secure permanent homes. After he was admitted to the bar, and while county attorney of Shawnee county, Senator Curtis was always glad to give advice to the colored people and to help them out of trouble. When he made the race for Congress he had the support of the colored voters in his district and when elected he showed his appreciation by securing at least nine places for colored men in Washington, and for two in Topeka. These men were paid wages at from $50.00 to $100 per month, and some of them are still holding their places. He would have secured more places for them, but the Civil Service was extended over them so they could not be appointed with a. as examination. He has always helped those colored men who have secured places in Washington under the Civil Service. The writer remembers the case of Eli Freeman, a colored man of Manhattan, Kansas, for whom Mr. Curtis secured a leave of absence so that he might return to Manhattan and take charge of the colored school of that city. In '93, when the Twenty-third Kansas was ordered mustered out, Mr. Curtis, at the request of the officers and enlisted men, went to Washington at his own expense and caused President McKinley to withdraw the order mustering them out and wire an order sending the 23rd Kansas to Cuba, where they did good service. These men have no one but Senator Curtis to thank for their being retained in the service and being allowed to do duty in Cuba. We know a large number of colored people, men and women, whom Mr. Curtis has assisted in their pension claims, and, in fact, he has always helped those who wrote to him in such cases. In the last Congress, when the Senate Committee reported and tried to pass a bill which might be construed to give the southern states the right to enact laws to disfranchise the colored voters, Senator Curtis and others opposed and defeated the amendment and the colored people of Kansas and the country read the speech of Mr. Curtis in their behalf with great interest and pleasure. All were proud of the great fight he made for them Senator Curtis, at the end of his first two years' service in the Senate, was placed on the Committee on Appropriations. This was a distinguished honor to the Senator and to the state of Kansas, and one that has come to Kansas but once before in her fifty years of statehood. On this committee Senator Curtis has rendered good service to the country, but we are writing of what he has done for the colored people and will limit this article to that field. We are glad to say that at the first session it was through his efforts that a new school building was given to the colored children of Washington, D. C., and liberal appropriations were made to maintain their schools in that city. The colored people and their papers there were full of praise and thanks to Mr. Curtis for the good work he did for our people. At the next session he introduced two bills which are of great interest to the colored people of the country. One of the bills provided for the use of the unclaimed freedmen's funds, which amounted to several thousand dollars, in the erection of a home for aged and homeless colored people. The other bill provided for the payment to the heirs certain unclaimed money that was recovered for said freedmen, but which had not been paid, because no authority for such payment existed. These two measures were just and fair and the colored people interested in them were sure that Senator Curtis did all he could to help secure favorable action upon them. The large newspapers have had much to say in favor of these measures and have praised Senator Curtis for his efforts in that direction. In the last Congress Senator Curtis passed through the Senate a bill, which, if the House agrees to, will be a blessing to the poor people in Washington, both white and colored, that is, the bill known as the "Loan Shark Bill," which will prevent the loan sharks of Washington from charging exhorbitant rates of interest on small loans. Senator Curtis showed that the loan sharks were JOHN B. HON.CYRUS GUTHRIE. Candidate for Representative. charging as high as three hundred and sixty per cent, on small loans. In another matter Senator Curtis showed his friendship for the colored people, and that was when the gallant soldiers of the 24th and 25th infantry regiments were kicked out of the service without honor. At the request of the editor of The Plaindealer, Mr Nick Chiles, and others, the Senator visited President Roosevelt and requested that the case be held up until the troops were given opportunity to be heard. The Senator also asked the Secretary of War, Mr. Taft, who was at Ft. Leavenworth a day or two after the order was issued, to have the order held up until the colored troops could present their case. In this, and in other matters, Mr Curtis has demonstrated his friendship for the colored people. The above is but a short review of the splendid work done by Senator Curtis in behalf of the colored people, and we here in Topeka, know how many of our people he has helped when they were in need. We are all proud of his great work and thankful to him for all he has accomplished, and know that our people will unanimously show their appreciation of his good work when they go to the ballot-box at the primary election, August 6th, 1912. Harry Thaw has read a little law since his incarceration in the bughouse, and he now imagines that he is the greatest expounder of Blackstone on earth. This mania seems to affect another New Yorker who inhabits Oyster Bay, and this sage has the hallucination that he is the greatest man living. It's too bad! TOPEKA, KANSAS, FRIDAY MORNING JUNE 28, 1912. Chicago Convention! Editor Chiles Takes in the Big Meeting and Gives a Graphic Account of the Great Work Accomplished. We were at Chicago last week and served as Assistant Sergeant-at-Arms at the National Convention. There were over two thousand of them including door keepers and ushers. This was one of the greatest in the history of the Republican party. Over twenty thousand people within the coliseum and that many more on the outside clamoring to get in. Tickets for the sessions sold as high as one hundred dollars. The scene was great. The mass of human souls emassed looked like a solid wall of rough ashler and some of them were gough. There is no use guessing about it, most all of the brain of this world is in the Republican party. It was a pleasure to see the giants of each faction measuring their ability against each other and to hear and see the applaudits from their different clans and admirers. There was Gov. Hadley, Missouri; Gov. Johnson, California; Heney, Prisco; McCormick, Chicago and a few other lesser lights battling for Roosevelt, whilst on the other hand there were Watson, Indiana; Sereno Payne, New York; Barnes, New York for the Taft side. The clash came as soon as the Priest had finished his last sentence of prayer. Victor Rosewater, chairman of the National committee, announced Mr. Root of New York, the choice of the committee for temporary chairman. Everybody was at high temperature. Hadley sprang to his feet of objection to the committee's power to do such. Watson, the lion of Indiana, was to his feet the people yelling—all in a uproar. Victor Rosewater was equal to the occasion. He gave each side twenty minutes to present their cause. Governors Johnson and Hadley opened up their guns denouncing the methods and power of the National committee, quoting Senator Hoat and others as far back as '61, when Payne, Watson and a New York delegate opened up their 16-inch guns, using the same powder that Hadley and his crowd used. They showed Hadley that he did not know how to use it. Hadley's guns were silenced so quickly and easily that he sat down all flattened out, and before the crowd knew what had happened. Rosewater had declared the motion out of order and one of LaFollette's delegates was placing McGovern in nomination for temporary chairman. Hadley faintly second the nomination and was carried to the Roosevelt hospital for repairs. Root was elected, thus winning the first battle for Taft. He took hold of the roars and held them from thereon until adjournment on Saturday night. He was the master of the situation and ruled with firmness, dignity and honor. Being a pathimentarian he knew what to say and do at all times. When once the Taft forces began to bombard the Roosevelt forces they kept them on the run the entire time—sometimes they became boisterous and unruly and acted like children or mad men. That made no difference the brain and good judgment was on the Taft side and every move they made counted; every content rained and settled by the National committee was sustained by the convention. D. W. Mulvane of Kansas is certainly true blue. He kept the lines taut at every stage of the game and Kansas should be proud of him. This talk about stealing delegates is all bush. The Roosevelt committee voted with the Taft men to seat Taft delegates, both in the National committee and credential committee. Roosevelt was caught with the goods on. After the Taft delegates in most of the Southern states had been elected a henchman of Roosevelt went out and organized rump convention and elected delegates to contest the regulars and spent considerable money to accomplish this. All of this was before the committee. They tried this in Indiana and Kentucky and the committee knocked them out. At every stage of the game it was Roosevelt's crowd who was doing the stealing and cried theft on the other fellow. Taft was honestly, fairly and justly nominated and will receive the votes of those who believe in fair play. We were within fifty feet of Roosevelt when he made his memorable entrance into Chicago Saturday before the convention, with brass band, the glaring of trumpets, the waving of his hat is in the ring, the knashing of his teeth made his followers believe he could do all things and that the committee would be compelled to reverse themselves and seat the Roosevelt delegates—in other words the second Christ of the United States had come to raise hell and cast out honest delegates. Unlike the first his coming only made the men the more determined in consequence of his foolish acts. He was brought down in the freight elevator in the alley of the Congress hotel, after the nomination on Saturday night all flattened out, disheartened, and sick. Note the contrast—A week before, entering on the front, going up in the passenger elevator, thousands cheering his foolish and mad career. Knocked out beaten, tattered and torn he hied away to a hall to proclaim to the world a new party to follow him further in a foolish flight into utter darkness. No safe and sound man can afford to listen to him much less following him. His benchman tried to buy the same delegates which they claim was fraudulently seated. Affidavits were made as to this fact. If he could have bought up the colored delegates he would not have said a word. They tried and did buy five or six and the same of whites. He did this four years ago when he was for Taft. He perished by his own sword, now let him rest at Oyster Bay and converse with the ghost of Napoleon and Grant, who also thirst for too much power. In the Political Field! Some of the Men in the Limelight For Political Favor of Voters. ARTHUR M. ALLISON, Candidate for Clerk of the Court of Jouka. Arthur M. Allison who announces himself a candidate for clerk of the court of Topka is well known to everybody. He has lived in Topka carrier for same a long while, being let out when Cleveland became president. The civil service only applied to the party in power, therefore Mr. Allison being a stalwart Republican had to go to make room for a Democrat. He was connected with the general Passenger and Ticket Department of the Santa Fe for a long while and is now contractor for cement walks and other lines in that business. He is an honest, hard working man and asks the support of all, having supported others for office for years and never hold one himself. He thinks turn about is fair play. Samuel U. Urmy, Candidate for Judge of Court of Topeka. Samuel U. Urmy, who has served the people in this city as Justice of the Peace and Police Judge, has announced himself a candidate for Judge of the Court of Topeka, subject to the primaries August 6th. He is an old soldier, who claims that the old veterans who are qualified and efficient should have the support of every loyal citizen. He was brave and valiant for the cause of his country C. G. Blakely Candidate for Member of Legislature. C. G. Blakely has announced himself a candidate for member of the Legislature comprising the Second, Third and Fourth wards of the City of Topeka. He has lived in Topeka for the past twenty years during which he has been engaged in the Insurance business. He is successful in all of his undertakings. Mr. Blakely wants to see the city grow and prosper and at the same time he wants to see the taxes reduced. He is honest, upright and faithful to any duty that might be conferred on him. MR. L. J. KIENE. Republican Candidate for Sheriff of Shawnee County. Mr. L. L. Kiene is a candidate for the important office of sheriff of Shawnee county. He is a native Kansan and has lived in this county for about thirty years, during which time he has been most exclusively a newspaper man. He belongs to several clubs and societies and is popular with all classes. He is in the prime of life, being at this time 44 years of age. He was employed as a reporter on the staff of the Capital for several years and resigned that connection to accept the position of associate and managing editor of the State Journal, which position he now voluntarily relinquishes for the purpose of entering this campaign. Mr. Kiene was at first slow to become a candidate, but so many of his friends and citizens assured him of their support that he decided to enter the political field. Like everything that Kiene does when he has made his entrance he becomes a candidate with all his might. He never does things in a half-hearted manner. Mr. Kiene is a married man and has a splendid wife and family. HON. J. L. HUNS HON I I KENE This is Mr. Larry's first attempt in Shawnee county to obtain for himself political preferment, but it must not be taken from this that he is a political position, for he has, during his residence here, given evidence many times of his ability as a politician of large caliber. Other candidates for this office will have the right of their lives to beat him. Cyrus Guthrie Candidate for Member of Legislature. Cyrus, Guthrie announces himself a candidate for a member of the Legislature, subject to the primaries August 6th. His District is the Second, Third and Fourth wards in the City of Topeka. He is in the real estate business in the Office block. Mr. Guthrie has worked hard all his life, having been employed in the mechanical department both of the Santa Fe and Rock Island, and served the latter as foreman in the Round house at Herrington. He is one of the most active real estate men in the city and has the reputation of being upright, honest and true to whatever he is entrusted to do. Mr. Guthrie stands for good government and a greater Topeka HON, JAMES A TROUIMAN, Ex-Lieutenant Governor, Candidate for State Senator, Hon James A Troutman, Ex-Lieutenant Governor of Kansas was persuaded by his many friends to become a candidate for State Senator of Shawnee County. Seventeenth Senatorial District He is a man well versed in the law, a parliamentarian, patriotic, loyal, consistent citizen and Republican Knows the wants and needs of the people and Circulation 8,000 Bearstead Price $1.50 Per Year. ROBERT STARNES DEAD AT 106. One of Topeka'o Oldest and Most Highly Respected Citizens Passes Away at a Ripe Old Age. Robert Starnes, the oldest man in Shawnee county, if not in the state, died at his home at 1209 Buchanan street Monday night. He was born March 10, 1806, and was 106 years old on his last birthday. Mr. Starnes was a native of Harrisburg, Mercer county, Kentucky, and was a slave for fifty-nine years. He, his parents and even his grandparents were born in Mercer county, Kentucky. He was the property of Mrs. Frederick Starnes of Harrisburg from the time of his birth until the slaves were given their freedom He enlisted as a member of Company G, 123d Kentucky volunteer cavalry, and served two years. He remained in Mercer county thirteen years after the close of the Civil war and then moved to Topeka with his family. He has lived here ever since then and has always commanded the respect of his acquaintances. He lived in Topeka 31 years and spent a part of his time during recent years with a son and other children of Omaha, but has not been away from home during the last two years because his frail condition would not permit him to travel. He was married sixty years ago last November. He is survived by seven children, twenty-nine grandchildren and great grandchildren. He was the father of nine children but two are dead. His children who survive him are Mildred, aged 59; Robert, aged 55; Titus, aged 53; Sallie, aged 50; Marguerite, aged 46; Malinda, aged 44 and Huston, aged 41. Mr. Starnes was an honest and hard working man, highly respected and loved by all who knew him. For a number of years he had a truck farm in North Topeka. The funeral was held at Shiloh Baptist church June 20 at 2 o'clock, Rev. C. G. Fishback officiatory. Interment at Mount Auburn cemetery. be the brain and conviction of courage to carry them out. JOHN L. TROUTMAN. Candidate for township Trustee John L. Troutman, who has announced himself a candidate for township Trustee for Topeka, is the right man for the place. He is honest upright former and one whom the people can trust. Elect him and everything will go well. The taxpayers should see to it that he is nominated. LINCOLN, NEBR. Mr. Frank Williams died Sunday evening after a long illness. He leaves a wife and many friends to mourn their loss. Saint Anne Tabernacle and the Temple of International Order of Twelve hold their annual sermon at the A M E. church last Sunday. A large attendance both of members and friends attended. All spoke in highest praise of the annual sermon delivered by Rev. C. R Runyon. Sir J. L. Wright, C. M; Sister Lizzie Weaver, H P.; Sir Ed. Weaver, G. D M. The monthly rally at the A M. E. church Sunday was a success. The following is the report: Messrs. Frank Christman $650; Henry Harris $9;30; W E. Edward, $100; Meadames Lizzie Weaver $825; Lizzie Wood $620, collections $1184; total $47.23 District Conference and Sunday School convention is now in session with a good attendance at the A M. E. church, Rev. H W. King, presiding elder, presiding Mr. Z. Westerfield is district superintendent of Sunday schools. Mrs. I B Colley, 92) U Street, has removed to Wyoming Miss L. Sellers, Miss C. S. Ranyon and Miss Dullie Harding will attend the annual convention of federated clubs at Omaha Tuesday, 25 as delegates J. F. LEWIS. Grand Chancellor. Box 1017, Wichita, Kansas. To all Grand Lodge Officer of the Order of Knights S. 1. Whereas, Article IV diction of North America annually in July on the fourth at the proceeding session. 2. And whereas, at the next session in Wichita. 3. Therefore, I, Jno. D do hereby direct that there in the city of Wichita, un- 4. 9 o'clock a. m. 5. The Board of Control at 2 o'clock p. m. on Monday July twenty-second Lodge. All officers must be day the twenty-second (2). 6. Officers of the Sub- 7. G. K. of R. and S, 1156 C. 8. Station 1 105, page eighty-o- 9. so all Emergency and other. 7. Officers of the Sub- 8. R, Box 154, Paola, Kanem 9. Beneficiary Laws, page 5. 8. Deputy Grand Chancellor the 15th of July, with. 9. The Supreme Court Pythias after mentioned. 10. Public Memorial Service by the Grand Prelate, Re- 11. The Supreme Chancellor invited to attend our session. 2. No Representatives went Tax and Grand Chancellor Password. Each Lodge is. 13. No Past Chancellor. 14. The Past Chancellor. 15. For Past Chancellor. 16. The arrangements of surpass previous efforts. Miller is putting forth c. 17. For information re- man, 517 North Main Street Let "Harmony" be may be heralded through Attest: To all Grand Lodge Officers, District Deputy, Grand Chancellors, Chancellor Commanders, Grand Representatives and Members of the Order of Knights of Pythias of the Grand Jardiction of Kansas, Greeting: 1. Whereas, Article IV, Section 1 of the Constitution of the Sunflower Grand Lodge, Knights of Pythias of Kansas Jurisdiction of North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa and Australia, provides that the Grand Lodge shall meet annually in July on the fourth Tuesday at 9 o'clock a.m. at such place as may be determined, the place of meeting to be fixed at the proceeding session; 2. And whereas, at the last session held in the City of Iola, Kansas on the 25 to 27 days of July, 1911 it was decided to hold the next session in Wichita, Kansas. 3. Therefore, I, Jno, E. Lewis, Grand Chancellor of the Sunflower Grand Lodge, Knights of Pythias of the above Jurisdiction, do hereby direct that the officers, representatives, members and Grand Court Order of Calanthe assemble in Nireteerth Annual in the city of Wichita, under the care of Taos Lodge No. 10 and Aria Court No. 7 on the twenty-third (23) day of July, 1912 at 9 o'clock a.m. 4. The Board of Control or, "Beneficiary Board" are hereby directed to assemble in the Castle Hall of Taos Lodge No. 10 at 2 o'clock p. m. on Monday July twenty-second(22) to transact such business as may legally come before them. 5. The Committee on Finance is hereby directed to assemble at the Castle Hall of Taos Lodge No.10 at 11 o'clock a. m. on Monday July twenty-second (22) for the purpose of auditing the books and accounts of the officers handling funds of the Grand Lodge. All officers must have their books properly balanced and be in the hands of the Committee not later than 10 o'clock Monday the twenty-second (22). A certified check must be exhibited showing your balance. 6. Officers of the Sutordirate Lodges are hereby directed to forward their reports and Per Capita Tax to Sir H. I. Monroe, G K. of R. and S, 1156 Clay Street, Topka, Kansas, on or before the 15th day of July in accordance with Article XVIII, Section 1 to 105, page eighty-one (81) of revised constitution under date of 1910 or suffer the penalties provided in said article. Also all Emergency and other taxes due and unpaid. 7. Officers of the Subordinate Lodges are hereby directed to forward their Endowment report to Sir G. W. Lowry, G. S. E. R, Box 154, Paola, Kanens, not later than July tenth (10) or suffer the penalties provided by Article 1, Paragraph 3, 4 and 5. Penitious Laws, rage forty-four (41), also all special tax unpaid. 8. Deputy Grand Chancellors are hereby directed to forward their commissions to the office of the Guard Chancellor on or before the 15th of July, with a full report of conditions in their respective district and the future outlook for the Order. 9. The Supreme Court Order of Calanthe is hereby directed to hold its session at the same time and place as the Knights of Pythias after mentioned. Separate balls have been arranged for these sessions. 10. Public Memorial Service will be held on Wednesday evening at 8 o'clock p.m. at the New Hope Baptist Church conducted by the Grand Prelate, Rev. J. W. Gordon, Iola, Kansas. 11. The Supreme Charcellor, Supreme Officers and Officers of other Sister States, of the above Judi-diction are fraternally invited to attend our sessions. 2. No Representatives whose Iodge has failed to send in their Per Capita Tax, Emergency Tax, Special Assessment, Endowment Tax and Grand Chancellor fee will be allowed voice in the Grand Lodge. Nor will they be invested with the Semi Annual Password. Each Iodge is entitled to one (1) Representative. 13. No Past Chancellor will be allowed voice in the Grand Lodge who has not paid their Annual Tax of 25 cents. 14. The Past Chancellor degree will be conferred Tuesday afternoon, 2:30 p. m. The fee is $2.00. 15. For Past Chancellor Credentials, write to Sir H. I. Monroe, G. K. of R. and S, which will be furnished free of charge. 16. The arrangements being made by the local committee for the entertainment of the coming session will equal if it does not surpass previous efforts. Board and room shall not exceed $1.00 per day. Indications point to large attendance. Colonel F. O. Muller is putting forth every effort in getting the Uniform Rank of the various companies to attend this session. 17. For information relative to stopping place and other matters pertaining to the session address Dr. H. T. Bolden, Chairman 517 North Main Street. Let "Harmony" be our watchword throughout the session, so that when the hour for adjournment shall have arrived we may be heralded throughout the Universe as not only have done nobly and worthily, but that we have done things successfully. Respectfully submitted, Attest: H. I. MONROE, Grand Keeper of Record and Seal. JOHN E. LEWIS, Grand Chancellor. BINGFIELD MO. On 5th to June 13th, marking of the year of 1912 of Institute, Jefferson City, Mo., by two members of the Board of that institution were among of the 12th, presented as a mass of graduation from Course in the occasion. most fashionable stores, lovely suits as made by the young men in the tailoring department, the blue serge for the President, the frock tail for the Reverend out in the city and numerous others. The students under Prof. Parker show good work — good substantial beautiful shoes, ranging to seven to eight dollars. mert week. Mrs. Cope and Mrs. Vivian of Glasgow and Miss Sadie Henderson of Marshall are the guests of Miss L. Hoard during commencement. Miss Alma Williams, Bertha Sails, Mayme Gatewood and Conery were in attendance at Lincoln Institute during commencement. This was a most delightful expressed by the guests. On the evening of a Lincoln Institute class, most successful commencement, known in its list diplomas and certificates sent to thirty-two four sub-nomials, two SPRINGFIELD M.C. From June 5th to June 13th, marked the closing of the year of 1912 of Lincoln Institute, Jefferson City, Mo. when thirty two members of the Senior class of that institution were on the evening of the 12th, presented with diplomas of graduation from the Normal Course on the occasion which closed the annual commencement. After being held spell-bound by an address delivered by President B. F. Allen, which was a masterpiece, and one that will inspire the class to redouble its efforts and seek higher and broader plans and one that the vast audience will love. To get, the members of the class received their diplomas of chil- fety by their audacious work they received I have last few half good, half sad commencement days in which the sense of satisfaction of having finished honorably and credibly the Normal course is balanced by the consciousness that after a few days the pleasant combination of college chums, college sweethearts, college rivalries will have resolved, leaving in its place only a mixed and lightful memory. So indeed was the last hour of having dear Old Lincoln, when the young man stood on the steps of their counter, their voices filled with emotion, singing "Good Bye Ladies, We are going to have you now." Lincoln's beautiful company, with its stately trees, strong hills, sturdy award, and dignified college bells were frequented by Alma that have come to respect the care of their college life, their accomplishments and talk about the good 11 times when they were with their members of the greatest class that ever graduated. No doubt but that the 1912 tests that it was the best that Lincoln has ever produced. Each year entrances are made and management and to aid the workers work are made and the workers are sent out to work at the works. The workers are trained in the year to be made and can be graduated and other studies. Such town naval there hung in our ```markdown ``` ```markdown ``` Sunflower Grand Lodge, Knights of Pythias, State of Kansas. Supreme Jurisdiction of North America; South America, Europe, Asia. Africa and Australia. PROCLAMATION No. 5. JOIN E. LEWIS, Crand Chancellor. Mr. Vivian of Henderson hosts of Miss Agreement. Ms. Bertha and Conery Lincoln Institution. Of Columbia. Henderson, Thalma, of the guest ofnett. Shelley of and Mrs. Mo, are and the Vethe Postfferer. Oat the guests of sister and Schwanch, Swan Tuesday their and Alma Carter and of Warrant commencement said in com- admirable the musical execution. In her song, musically well as ill-light to the and wife, as This was a most expressed by the On the every Lincoln Institute most successful classes, known in its diplomas and sent to thirty-four sub-normal nineteen cooks, eleven lau-tinners, two men and machine Mr. Cedric L. timed of a succ- University, and a Chicago, will vowing the vacation home and friend turning to Illinois fall Mrs. Buckner Counsellor of the was in the city which proved to one love, both of self. Mrs. Mr. Counsellor, prey with a lovely ha- sign of large to- she will remember Sir Knight of Chief Grand Mentional Order of the city satur- dual visit The maches and on sir Knight Her busy addressing several orders are tertained by all, oford will depart Mendamus Will trained from wedding, which thur- day occurs Dr. H. V. W. st. Paul, M of his profession This was a most delightful affair as expressed by the guests. On the evening of June 13th the Lincoln Institute closed one of its most successful commencement exercises, known in its history, when 137 diplomas and certificates were presented to thirty-two seniors, thirty-four sub-nomials, twenty farmers, nineteen cooks, fourteen seamstresses, eleven laudresses, four wood trimers, two mechanical draughtmen and machinist. Mr. Cedric L. M. Cooper has just timed a successful year at Illinois University, and after a short visit in Chicago, will work in Michigan during the vacation and hope to pay home and friends a visit before returning to Illinois University in the fall. Mrs. Buckner, the Grand Worthy Counselor of the Court of Calanthe, was in the city on her annual visit which proved to be a very delightful one love, both to her members and self. Mrs. Mary Jarrett, Worthy Counselor, presented Mrs. Buckner with a lovely hand painted plate, design of large roses and gilt, by which she will remember her visit here. Sir Knight Joseph E. Herriford, Chief Grand Mentor of the International Order of Twelve, arrived in the city Saturday the 15th on his annual visit. There are four Tabernacles and one Temple, K. of T. Sir Knight Herriford is kept quite busy addressing and instructing the several orders and in turn being contented by all. C. G. Mortor Herriford will depart Tuesday evening. Madam Wilburn and Smith returned from the Brown-Wilburn welding, which was a grand affair, Thursday evening. Dr. H. V. Wilburn has departed to St. Paul, Minnesota in interest of his profession. Mrs. Nellie Edmondson was a delightful hostess to her club May 22. A large number were present and hundreds of importance transactions in a game of questions. Mrs. B B Cooper won first prize. Mrs. Mattle Young second. Visiting guests were Medianus Dara Jarrott and Martha Jones, who enjoyed the hospitality of the lab and hostess. Dairy course refreshments were served. --- At the meeting of the club at Mrs. B. B. Cooper's three prizes were given, one for the sweetest disposition, one for the prettiest and one for the most intellectual. Mrs. Delia S. Smith won two of hte prizes, one for the sweetest disposition and one for being the prettiest woman present. Mrs. Rev. Harris won the prize for being the most intellectual. There were a large number present and enjoyed a good program which consisted of interesting talks, papers, etc on the life of Mr. Robert Browning. The visitors who took part on the program were Mrs. Harris, Misses Ethyle Layton, Edwina Smith. Other visitors, Mrs. Julia Wilburn, Mrs. Queen Haywood, Miss Cassie Foster and Miss Adele Coker. An appetizing repast was enjoyed and at a late hour all departed for home. REV. C. A. WOODS, MRS. LUKE Groomer, Misses Ollie Newman, Nacoma Burges, Nole Belle and Kitty Grubbs attended the District Conference Sunday school convention and Allen Christian Endeavor League at Port Scott, Kansas, Wayman Chapel A. M. E. chutch. The Children's Day exercises at the First A. M. E church was well attended. The exercises consisted of recitations, songs and dialogues and was conducted by Mrs. C. A. Woods in the afternoon and the evening exercises were conducted by Miss Lu'a Fatey. The collection for the day was $12 43. Miss Maud Dunson returned home Saturday from Nashville, Tenn., where she has been attending school. Rev. C. A. Woods and members of the First A. M. E church are looking forward to the grand tristee rally Sunday June 30th. Dr I. J. Newsome, Mr. Albert Bell. Miss Flossie Euell and Mr. Rafus Burgess went over to Fort Scott last Thursday and while there attended the Sarday School convention, District Conference and Allen Endeavor League. Miss Ollie Newman, Miss Naorma Burgess were elected delegates to the Sarday School convention, which met at Fort Scott. Miss Nola Bell was elected a delegate to the Allen Endeavor League which met at Fort Scott. Kansas June 10-15th. Rev. C. A. Woods, Mrs. Lucile Groomer, Misses Ollie Newman and Nola Belle returned home Saturday June 15th from the District Conference and Sunday Schol convention. Miss Ollie Newman was elected secretary of the S. S. Convention for the ensuing year. The Daughters of Tallowacle had there Annual Thanksgiving sermon preached Sunday, June 16th, at the Second Baptist church. The sermon was preached by Rev. J. W. Gordon. Rev. T. W. Green, pastor of the A. M. E. church at Bassett, attended the District Conference and Sunday School Convention at Fort Scott and took an active part in the discussion of the different subjects. Rev. Green is one of the coming young ministers of the A. M. E. church in the Kansas Conference. NEWTON, KAN. Mrs. Anna Downing and her granddaughter, Little Ida Downing, spent a few days in Hutchins in art with visiting friends. Mr. Wm. Meadows, porter on the Santa Fe, received the rows of the death of his wife at Gatlinie, Okla, and left Sunday to attend her funeral. He has the sympathy of his many friends in his sad bereavement. Little Lloyd Johnson came over from Wichita to spend a few hours with his father, Mr. George Johnson. Mrs. J. F. Chinnoth, of Wichita, passed through Newton on her way from the Federation of Women's clubs, which met in Tucson. Sunday was Quarterly meeting at the A. M. K. church. Mrs. D. Ligginns, Mr. and Mrs. George Payne, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Reycock, Mrs. Roy Garret, Mrs. F. Jordan, Mrs. Ed. Johnson, Mrs. John Anderson, Mrs. Wm. Slaughter and Mrs. Georgie Board attended the Federation of Women's Clubs at Topeka last week and report having a fine time. Tuesday night at Coleman's Ice Cream Patrol the colored officers of Newton gathered for the grand formal opening. Richman's Concert Park rendered many beautiful spectators, Orlando Coleman and Laugh Mason, the mixologists who kept easy filling the room featuring plus and florence Mason, Roy Clarke and Mrs. Roy Garrett were turned here and there serving the many patrons. The Opening was voted quite a success and all departed at a late hour declaring "We have had a very pleasant time." Mr. right should be given Mr. Coleman and family for opening a first class establishment, where our own people can enjoy themselves and be served in first class style. Mrs. Amanda Clark, of Arkansas City, in visiting her children, Mr. Lloyd Rickman and Mrs. Keane Boositer. Master Mason Downing entertained about fifteen of his boy friends Thursday evening at his home on West Sixth Street. The afternoon was spent in playing baseball and in boxing. Ice cream and cake was served and they departed determining to all become Jack Johnson's when their muscles were more fully developed. Mr. Wm. Dickenson is recovering from a slight illness. Miss Maude Foutz has returned to her home at Frankfort, Kansas Miss Leatha Underwood attended the Baptist Sunday School Convention at Emporia last week. Samuel White is making quite a number of extra trips on account of the Santa Fe potter's laying off Mr. Oran Smith is home from Kansas City. Mr. W. T. Bell was slightly indisposed a few days last week. WICHITA, KAN. Mrs. P. Stevens, of Kansas City, Kan, is visiting her daughter, Mrs. Burrell Noely on East Ninth St. Friday night at the New Hope Baptist church an interesting program was rendered for the benefit of the Y. M. C. A. Tuesday night at the Second Baptist church another program will be rendered. Miss Ruby Stewart, of Hutchinson, Kan, is visiting her sister, Mrs. Garrett. The musical comedy entitled "Room 44," which was played by Mr. Lord Costellaul and company Wednesday night at the Masonic hall for the benefit of the Y. M. C. A. Mrs. George Wallace of 835 Eagle Street left Sunday for Covington, Kentucky to visit with relatives. She expects to be gone two months. Lawyer J. L. Barber, of El Rero, Okla., addressed the men and boys at the Y. M. C. A. Sunday. Rev. and Mrs. S. B. Butler attended the State Sunday School Convention at Emporia, Kan. While there Mrs. Butler was awarded a prize for answering the most questions in a Biblical contest. Miss Jessye Wilson returned last week from a four weeks visit in Eastern, Kansas. Mrs. Fred Dillard is visiting relatives in Kansas City, Mo. Miss Alta Lewis was hostess to the Vasti club Tuesday night. Mr. J. L. Harper was sent as a delegate to the State Sunday School Convention at Emporia, Kan., from the Second Baptist church and Mr. Ben. Avery from the New Hope Baptist church. The convention will meet next year in Wichita. Mrs. B. King returned to her home at Oklahoma City last week after a six weeks visit with Mrs. H. W. James. At three o'clock Sunday afternoon at the St. Paul's A. M. E. church, the annual sermon of the Knights and Daughters of Tabor was preached by Rev. C. A. Williams. A large crowd heard the impressive sermon. Mr. W. A. Chandler, of Los Angeles, Calif. visited last week here. The Plaindealer gives the news of the race. Read it. DO YOU KNOW HIM? A. The above is a picture of a man, who was found dead at Paola between 8 and 9 a.m. May 10th, 1912. weight 100 pounds, age about 45 years, color light brown, short mustache, short hair, but a little gray, and showing no scars but vaccinated on arm. His hat was a black Stetson bought from A. Alexander Lortoide, Texas, pants black broad cloth and coat dark blue worsted and shoes black. There was nothing in the pockets only two small lead pencils and a book on engineering with questions and answers. No laundry marks on underwear, in fact nothing to identify the man. When found he was in a pond of water supposed to have drowned. The body was buried in the Oak Groveemetery here. For further information write Rev. B. R. Ross, 210 E. Chippewa St, Paola, Kansas, or Mr. R. Johnson, Undertaker, Paola. , eee SHAWNEE COUNTY. Yore tor Your Old Friend, TIM DONOVAN, Candidate for Marshal of the Court of Topeka. JONATHAN D. NORTON, — Bheriff of Shawnee County, an- frouaces his candidacy for re-elec- ton, subject to the Republican pri- maries. J. W. BELL, aganouncen his candidacy for SHERIFF 4. oo oe oe ef Shawnee county subject to the Democratic Primaries. HUGH MacFARLAND Candidate for Probate Judge, Shawnce County. I will appreciate your votes. Sub- fect to Republican Primaries. R. L. THOMAS, Candidate for Clerk of the District Court Bhawnce County, subject to Repub- Mean primaries. ——_—————_— DR. JOHN H. RINERART Candidate for CORONER Shawnee County, subject te th decis- fon of the Republican primaries. W. F, SCHOCI!, Probate and Juvi- nile Judge, is a candidate for renomi- pation at the primary, August 6th, 1912, —_— I hereby announce myself a candi- date for County Commissioner city Gatcict, for second term. Second, third and fourth wards. EDWIN L, ONEIL. I hereby announce myself as a can- @date for County Commissioner of Ghawnec County, embracing the sec- end, third and fourth wards of To- peka, subject to the Republican pri- maries, August Gth, 1912, F. E. NIPPS. ROBERT STONE + Announces that he Is a candidate for re-clectoin as representative from the Thirty-ffth District, sab- fect to the Republican primaries, August 6, 1912. ———$——$______—_— J. C. SHIMER County Commissioner of Third dis- trict, subject to Republican primary Avguat 6. MONTGOMERY COUNTY, I Would Appreciate Your Vote JORNN BERTENSHAW Attorney at Law, Independence, Kan: sas, candidate for Kepublican Nomi. nation for PROBATE JUDGE Subject to the action of the primary August Gth, 1912. Tama candidate for the Republicar aomination fur Probate Judge ot Montgomery courty, subject to the primary election Augu-t 6, 1912, ROY T. OSBORN, Bil South 4th St., Independence, Kan TE. 8. MEARS, With Mears Abstract Company, Independence, Kansas, Republican cundidate for Kegister of Deeds, Monty »mery County, ee es Tor County Comminsioner, ...+ Please announce ‘hat Iam a candt- date before the privary for renoml- mation for the office of County Come missioner on the Republican ticket in the Second district, on August 6th, WALTER McGUGIN, INDEPENDENCE, KAN, T hereby announce myself a candi- date fur the Republican nomination of Register of Deeds of Montgomery County, Kansaz, subject to the pri- maries to be held August 6, 1912. L. ND, WINJERS, Independence, Rural Route 3, Thereby announce myself a candi. ddate for the Repubinan nomination for County Commisei ner of the Third district of Montgomery County, aub- fect to the deiston of the Republican voters of that district as expressed et the primaries Aacust 6, 1912, OSCAR JANSEN, Parker Township J hereby announce myself a candi. date for the Republican nomination of Courty Attorney af Montgomery County, Kansas, subject to the pri- mary to be held August 6, 3912, Ss. & ORWIG. | Thereby announce myself a candi: date for the Republican nomination for County Attorney of Montgomery County, subject to the primaries to be held August 6, 1912. CHAS. D. ISE, COrFEYVILLE, KAN, ED. LOVE, vf Independence, Montgomery county, hereby announces himnelf a candidate for Sheriff, subject to the Republican primaries, Announcementa, Editors After nearly thirty years of unswerving fidelity to the Repub lcan candidates of this county I de- sire t» announce that I am a candidate for the Republican nomination for Register of Deeds of MonQgomery County, subject to the choice of the soters t the primary, August 6, 1912, E. A. ROSSER, Parker Township. Clerk of the District Court. Editor: Please announce that I am a candidate for the Republican nonh nation 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. R. HOBBS, eee SUMNER COUNTY. A. W. LYNN. 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, Treasurer. I am a candidate for the nomina- tion for county treasurer subject to the will of Republican voters as ex pressed at the primaries August 6. JOHN L. WADMAN, Register of Deeds. The Plaindealer Is authorized to an- nounce Sam H. Conner of Sycamore township as a candidate for the Re publican nomination for register of deeds, subject to the will of the vot- ers at the primary Anguast 6, 1912. For Clerk of the District Court. I am a candidate for the Republi- can nomination for the office of Clerk of the District Court of Montgomery county, subject to the primary elec- tion, Aug. 6th, 1912, RICHARD ALLEN, Independence, Kas. ee HARVEY COUNTY. For County Clerk, We are authorized to announce the candidacy of S, S, Williamson of Newtor, Harvey county, for county clerh, subject to the Republican pilmaries August Gth, FOR COUNTY ATTORNEY. Thereby announce that Iam a can- didate for the ofhce of County Attor- ney, of Harvey county, subject to the Republican primary to be held Aug- ust Gth, 1912, HARRY W. HART, J.P. WINGER, Candidate for .e-nomnnation for Register of Deeds, subject to the Ree pablican priwaries fo be held August G, 1912, JOHN A, HUNTER, Candidate for re-nomination to the office of County Clerh, subject to Ree publican primaiies August 6, 1912. LOWARD DUNKELBERGER, Candidate for re-nomination for Clerk of the District Court, subject to the Republican primaries August 6, 1913, $$ ne DOLGLASS COUNTY, 3.4, BRADY Announces Wi» Cnadidacy for Cons Rreanman, Second District, Sut ject fo Republican Princaries, JAMES GILL Candidate for Sheriff of Dougias County, Kan-as, Lawrence, . «2 . Kansas Subject to Republican Primary Au, ust 6, 3912, TOR REPRESENT VIIVE 1th DIS. Tam a candidate fur my second term aaa member of the legislature from the Rleventh district, subject ta the Republican primaries, HE. DON CARLOS Mr. Don Carte is from Douglas coanty and made good in the last session, Place Jim there again, He knows your every wart and needy complaints. Vote for him. SU COWLEY COUNTY, Settled in Beaver Township, 1871, | which is still hie place of resl- dence. E. W. COULSON Republican Candidate for re-election for Register of Deeds. Arkansas City, Kansas. Co, E, 78th Ohlo Vol. Inf., Nov., 1861, to July, 1865. 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. CLERK DISTRICT COURT. I hereby announce my candidacy for clerk of the District Court, of Cowley county, on the Republican Ucket for the primary to be held Aug- ust Gth, 1912. A. C. BANGS. E. W. COULSON, Candidate for Republican Nomination for Register of Deeds of Cowley County. Primary August 6th, 1912, W. R. LORTON Republican candidate for nomina- tlon for register of deeds, Winfield, Kansas, E. J, FLEMING, Candidat+ for County Attorney of Cowley C minty, subject to Republican primaries August 6, 1912. RENO COUNTY. ALBERT G, LANDER Candidate for Republican Nomination for Register of Deeds of Reno County. Primary August 6th, 1912. I hereby announce my candidacy for re-election as State Senator from ‘the Thirty-sixth Kanaaa district, sub- Ject to the Republican primaries. EMERSON CAREY. I hereby announce myself a candi- date for the nomination for county clerk, aubject to the republican pri- maries to be held August 6. HOWARD BM. PAYNE. eS ALLEN COUNTY. C. C. McCARTY For Probate Judge. I hereby announce that I am a ean- didate for the office of Probate Judge, subject to the decision of the Repub- lican voters at thep rimary, and will be thankful to my friends for their support. C. C. McCARTY, A. MARR Tola, Kansas. Candidate fur County Treasurer Subject to the action of Republican Primary August 6. GEQ. SE7YMOUR 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, LABETTE COUNTY. Vor Clerh of the Court I hereby announce to the Republi- cans of Lavette cusnty ny candidacy for clerk of the District Court, seb- fect to the will of the Republicans at the primary election. It ly conceded {hat my nomination will add strength to the ticket and harmuny in the party throughout tle cou.ty on this ofice.— George A, Albrecht, Vatiview town. slip | W. oH. COLUMBIA of Chestopa, announces hiy candidacy ‘for the Repubhean nomimation for Sher of Taberte county T herevy annource myself a candi date for the Republican tomination for County Attorney of Tabette Courty, subject ta the piimaries to be held August 6, 1012, W. A. DISCH, PARSONS, KANSAS, Announcements. I hereby announce myself a candi- date for the republican nomination for county comml,-ioner from the third district of Labette County, sub Ject to the primaries Augu-t 6, 1912, B.D. TALBOTT. T hereby announce mynelf a candl- date for the Democratic non ination for clerk of the District Court of La hette County, subject to the voue of the people at the primarlea August 6, yore MILES MOORE, T de-ire to announce my candidacy for the republican raminatlon for founty commlsaloner from the third district of Tabette County, subject to the primaries August 6, 1912, J. 1, WAITE, Sr. TRANKLIN COUNTY T annsance ny candidacy fur the womlnation for sherut of Franklin Cognty suvject ta the Republican pri- mary next August and subject ta the will of the voters of he county. CRANT SMITH I take this epportunity to agnounce to the citizxera of thia county that I am a candidate for the nomination for Probate Judge on he Republican tick. et, WALTER PLEASANT. —_——$— $$$ SEDGWICK COUNTY J. H. STEWART, State Senator of Sedgwick County, {s a candidate for re-election, sub- Ject to the deciston of the Republican primaries. 3. L, LELAND, County Clerk of Sedgwick County, candidate for re-election, subject to Republican primaries, August 6, 1912, JOSEPH BOWMAN, Register of Deeds of Sedgwick Coun- ty, candidate for re-election, sub- ject to Republican primaries, D, A. McCANLLSS, Probate Judge of Sedgwick County, candidate for re-election, subject to Democratic primaries. et EMPORIA, LYON COUNTY, We are authorized to announce the name of L. B, Kellogg, of Emporia, Kan., as a candidate for the Republi- can nomination for judge of the Dis- trict Court for this judicial district, at the August, 1912, primary election. ATCHISON COUNTY, B. P. WAGGENER, Democritic Candidate for State Sen- ator, Subject to Action of Voters of Atchison and Jackson Counties, Cc. M. VOELKER, Republican Candidate for County Clerk of Atchison County, Kansas. Primary August 6, 1912. CHASE COUNTY. Ww. C. AUSTIN, Republican Candidate for State Prin- ter. Present Incumbent, Primaries August 6, 1912. oe —_—_— MIAMI COUNTY. I hereby announce myself as a can- didate for the nomination for County Treasurer of Miami County, subject to Republican voters at the primaries, Respectfully, 0. T. BEESON. E. CLEMANS, Register of Deeds ef Miami County is a candidate for re-nomination— gubject to the wishes of the Repub- lican primaries. O. A, HINKLE, Clerh of the District Court of Miami County is a candidate for re-nomi- nation, subject to the decision of the Republican primaries. —————_—_—— BOURBON COUNTY. Vor Congress J. HH. CRIDER, Bourbon Cuunty’» Candidate for Con- gress from the Second Congressional Distelet of Kansan, Register of Deeds, Tt hercby annuunce myself a candi- dite for the nomination for Register nf Deeds, subject to the approval of the Repubhcan votera at the August primary. IRA TRAVIS. LEAVENWOKIE COUNLY. For Register of Duds. We hereby announce the candila- c, of J, UH, daffries for re-clection as tegister of dads of Teavenworth county, subject to the primary on Augest 6th, Yor County Altorney, The candidacy of Mr, Lee Bond fs hereby announced Cur re-clection as wunty atturney uf Teas enworth county, subject to the Republican primaries Augurt 6th. lor County Coroner, | We are authonzeg to announce the jeandidacy of J, C, Davis for ree Ieletcion os coroner of Jcaven- worth county, Fubject to the wishes jaf the Republicans at the primary August th. He is the son of an ald veteran, Vor County Commisstoner, We ate authorized to announce the sandiducy of Mr, §. WH, Ward of Jonganovie, fur caurty con mission: or, third district, subject to the pric maries Augu-t 6th. For Judge of City Court We ure authorlzud to arnouse the cardulay of Mr, Moyd E Harper fur renomination ag judg? of the City Court of Teavenwarth, s.bject to the prinarles Augsat oth W UJ estern University . ... . Quindaro, Kansas. 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Minneapolis, Minnesota.) einer ee Health and Pleasure Seekers Stop at The “ Albany Hotel,” any Fiotel, EXCELSIOR SURINGS, MO Thla p'sce which is celebrated forlts curathe waters bs only thirty. two miles ost of Kan3aa City, so MRS. SANFORDW. “‘!NG, : : Proprietor BROWN COUNTY. For County Treasarer. _ D. Herman Shelton of Hiawatha, hereby announces his candidacy for treasurer of Brown county, subject to the Republican primary August 6. — For County Cterk. Miss Jessle Campbell of Hiawatha hereby announces her candidacy for county clerk, subject to the Repub- lican primaries, August 6th. E. A. ENRIGHT vo 74 Restore to 4 “ithe People every gov-e + ernmental - A |power. Be ENRIGHT 4 S2Mie For Congress, The Topeka Plaindeale ‘ope r me Eatablished in 1898. or ADVEBTISINY RATES FRA MONTH BH PRB INCH, 10K OMILES, e 8 e | Balter weeeed Bf Ide PostoDee 81 Topeks ne Beoond eines Mall Matter — $< It fs the dog that whines when he is beaten. Men grin and bear it, Any man who claims to be a Ree publican and secks eunport from the Democrats is a fraud and couldn't Le honest if paid to be, no matter how hard he might try, There is much talk of a new parity but no excuse exists for such, The ineurgents are good cnough to le Fopulixty whe will be thankful for thelr company and help, We don't hnow whether Roosevelt $s drunk, crazy or dopy, bat at iy a foregone conclusion that he fe eff in the running year, He duesn't seem to reahze that he isa Tach pumter, Gov. Stubbs seems to Le the only Kansan Icft who i< crazy over the antics of Roosevelt. He seems to want to die poltically, and he core tainly couldn't have chown a better way for suicide, The talk ef Bryan and Reosesalt hitching up together 4 tan ridicue Tous for consideration, Roosevelt would not accept eeccomd place, ard Mr, Bryan would be too gcnerous to allow Mr. Roosevelt: to werry) over the honors ef first phice, | It stems to man up a tice that Gove Stubbs hae forfated hie rhcht to lum a place on the primary Lal- lot aca Republann., He le cither a Republiaan, standing by the Repth licwn party platform and ite candi- dates, Taft and Sharman, or he is not a Repubhaan at all, ne matter What are his clams, and if Stubbs is allowed te run at a Republican, then any old thing can have that right, We challknge the right, The fellows who style themselves Republuans and faver Roovevelt as against Taft had better come out in the open and join forces with the Democratic party. They are willing 10 cut off their noses to tpite thar faces, After supporting a “lame duck” in November, therthy defeat- ing ther own party candidate, thy will go around with a sickly grin cn their disfigured faces taying: “1 told you +0." They will be down and out and misery enjoys the dis- comforts of others. The Kansas City Journal pays its reqpects to Kansans ag follows: Victor Murdoch. “Victor Murdock rad ta J. W. Glecd and others at San Antonios ‘Roosevelt ts a damned faker;’ ard yet he consulered at a ‘progressive act to vo to Chicave and howl Fine elf hoarse for Romasalt, Uf he dren net wish to progress out of congies» he had better turn hia hand to try. ing to seldify the party in Kareas.” = Arthur Capper, “If Arthur Capper cf the Topeka Capital had followed the advice cf tes oeht fatharin-hes, Governor Crawford, and alot mere ef his aie ol frends whe helped ta prake Tim what he as, hit presert cmbartgess mert weuld have been atveaed, He will to plavang in bre tah a deed if this Rooveveltian foolehress dace not tly up and hit bimin the eye by teat him fer governor, THe nme? do allan bts pewer te unite the party for Taft as ayainet ad other seme rees" Haney J. Wen “Henry Jo Allen of the Wichita Beacon will go ty seme horpital te have that Reosevelt seman ati y speech removed from dik eyetem Uefore Mears wert te Chikage Fe was advised by loving fruras te suddenly ree a great cht ard teed Dis aad te Taft, But ke bad a hah that Leddy would win amd ore te went over and down, He wall hog be gememberad sea pramedrg 9 ite man With not much agamer bier ess cpt his strong woaknest for borg Jad away from the streight ard: rare row path of political vartue fyrun Taland, “thle Cyrus Pelard ff Ral sar did get dave baw ddetante Tacs on bing on the oad aac He Hohed ‘ToBo ter a csinne aid oct promptly coated ara ted 6 stalls png bir eth spatial’ oidcr te tan spoon te ba fe outon the he with ad + , vhampiens of the third tet ae We have dulstped im a mary rot Phers that porhay roe ’ ret hait Micle fy as oan come home ald tesame tis Tot ot ress cf hungary Stub st ride 4 the fore In thin sa potrape Fea atore for sesne of Fis post trae sressions.” et are Verily, verily, we say unto you, ye must be born sgain, for these}: men of bolting proclivaties can not eat enough “crow” in the next ten], years to atone for their shortcom- ings in the part few weeks, We Are Conuicted for Telling the Truth. |, Well! well!! well! What do you think, the order formerly known as the "Two Jims Urder" succecded in fovling a uytj in Wyandottee last week, that we had maliciously hbel- td them by publishing false states ments and convicted us; the penalty fs either a fine ue s0 many days in Jail. We do not know what the court will do and am not worrying, We still stand where we did when first aiiestad, Ucn the case was hurg hy the jary, after whih we gave a res port of the tual, For this they had another warrant issued — before another court, the first sare ponds ing. We can't understard the action of the Jury in this case and cate less, We were charged with saying bee ware of the Two dime onlr—a fake maskin game, ‘The scerctary don't necp the books, Knows noth cf the internal Wornatye of the carder, and that they are flecuinae hard wothing people; Scott, there agent adniite ted that he toch monuy for membere thap ant never returned any of ite Dennis Hope tesuticd that they beat him out) of fifty dollars ung proof was subimtted by ctherg of shady thansactlong sith the © nipuny. The report) stows that the Order can’t pay the policies ay they miuture with their present metho of doing luce tee, We had proct and expat to prove at the cuit would not allow us tu give this pieef. This order Bas | boen robbing some of their niembets | every sitee Et Way organized. The | court wuld net let as aefer bask mole than two sears, seen Little Jim Guy ind Grover have Loan cone! nected or doing business for the ot der since sts organization and are stall with the company. We ate stararg where we always did on this matter ard shall continue to tell the pecple to beware of them, Bus dam dicd and carried no hfe ine surance in the order since his death we have to cul at the “Lattle Jim Lenerome Order Little Jim beings Teft a full charge, surrounded by four ministers (three baptist and | one Methodist) ard two lawyere— now don't this loch Junesome fur the policy holders; therefore we say all it the Little Jim Loresume Or- Jer. We hereby notify the public fo beware their concern. Many a one has lecn fluccal by this order, known ay the Knights and Ladies of Trotation, Since its organization ame cf the rame people are with them now that were with them when it owas organized, @&peiahy the reasurer and preident who was the} Attorney at one time 1 stall tahe rood tine to show up their incempes ency dtd the imporstlility to mas ey thae poltacs, amounting t) fife yeresen thousand cellars ard orly three hardred Gctlars in the thasury to pay oth beratits and death faims, ‘They thall rot fool my peos we, "Ge tal Pharch te let my pees ple gu—Ge tell those five muristets and ty davpere tu ler iv at ge ste wine. Don't take these pow sumen tial childicn’s motes. ‘Sith re hepe! forewed We ball rain shot and Veihoen this mpienkad oo fer getl hes ute pot mecelal Bass Men Shove busttess qhalttiaters can't We qietined and men whee here caty has net teen qavetbenad an ourte of dhectrg orphans ard wade ove, West shea ape naeme of the heade af this ctwert, wha they aie dtd abat they Pave dure alors iehonot shes with other per pre Pusan nuty on no qaartars all Te shawn, (Piet Pobiehad aa othe Popena Parces'er, Jure 2h, itp prate of Kaneds, sFawnee Coun: "ye ore In the aratter cf the ¢state of Jobn M Ceate ey date ft shawree teunty, Ranras, SHOR OF APPOINIMES L. Note as Tereby paven that of the hea, of dae VOD Wi de an derelyrad Was, ty the Probie € oat of Shayree Comey, Kamas aly appointed Marre emacer cf the ces eute of Ita M cereie late ef phasree Crarty, de aad AM furtive uterested 9 edad estate sai tare nthe a Every hema ver aeatuter tty ty PIE M com ldade DAVIS FLEL CO, Mes AWW ree cf e C oal ¢ Rell Phone 1698. ° + | GO TOTES — McFarland BARBERSHOP Ladies Hairdressing and Manicuring Parlors. First-Class Work, Lady Barber. MR, AND a Fe E, MeFARLAND, 521 Kanses liveccdesi scroms Bridge. Visitors to Topeka Will Find liver’ Oliver’s [ea4, | Pea] \e A pleasant place to spetd a sociable afternoon. Imported Cigars KANSAS CITY, KANSAS, A Brilliant Reception, | Over 350 of the chte of our city iad of about five other citles re sponded to the invitations of Judze and Mis, 1, FP. Bradley to honor the formal debut In society of Mies Ruth, their only daughter, Thur spacious home was profusely deer ated with Amerkan Beauty rosc-, pink cainatiuns, ferns and silk chif- fons carrying out the color scheme ef pink and green. The stair rail ye Was covered with Heaven-tree blos- soms and huge bashets of roses cute rounded the young debutante’s fect. From 2 o’lock in the afternoun until 12:30 at night the great throng went in and out to dv homage to the daughter of one of our most promi- nent social women, At night the lawn wax lighted with many beauti- ful colored lights. Twenty single and twenty married ladiet osisted in recetving the guests amid myriads ef flowers. The refreshments were pink Roman punch, pink pyramid ice cream, pink marble and other fine cakes, ices and delicacies in ubundanee, Miss Ruth was arrayed in pink milk with Persian and etirp- ed sikh draperie-, pink satin >lippers and bouguet of pink roses. The hostess is hnown for her elab- tate aceaptions but this one sure passed all uthers given in’ the me- troplis, Music and = conversation were cnjoyed by all present. A num- ine of Misys Ruth's friends presented her with many beautiful flowers and other gifts, The punch gitlt were Toure ‘Hbompsen and Hortense flower, Some ef the reception came mittee wete Mia, La Guy, Mises Katherine Barker and EF. Jom. of lopchay Modames OQ. B, Johnson, KOS. Yates, Pabrfay, Jasper dchne sn, Weed, U.S. Ihutis. Ghee, Vnter, McCampbely Wisses ML Crosthwait. Jascphine Yates and Ghia Binh of hanas City Mis. W. 1. Vernon of Little Roch, Sh. Cit of town wucete were as f is ees fpeha—Mre Po RoundQee; Mieces A Chiles, Mio Moore. BY Rhodes, 1. Tones, M, Muss, Me dunes, ©. Jones, Cort Dimes Meseta. HL Jamivey und W. Jones; Lawrerce—Merdame M, Viown and Co MI; Misses To tare nett. A, Town, Ora Carter, TY Crouch, Baitle-on, Ty Smothers and Ola ‘liotter; Teavenworth—Mr. BB. K. Bruce and Misa Lout-e Bruce; St. Juneph--Mi. and Mis, Jehn Robins non; Independence—Mesdames A, Krown, Mo Rhodes, Mo denhins, Mr, and Mis. 4, Brown, Prof and Mrs, Haris; Misree M. Raglan, No Raye fan ard) Maud Richards; hansas City, Mom Misses EB. Heindon, C, Jatins, Bo Yames, 0D. Weet, A, Hatching, M Olden, So Shepherd, Mesdames 1. Crosthwait, Love, ba Tadan, Eo Watte, A, Gantt K Heaefidd, | Brown, RooAlen, J, Fierce, Dibble, Hubbell, S. 0 Ras, ROG Coke Mo Mebellard. ) Pavne, P dachson Hill A smith Po Mee Ioibt, MO day, Poel PoMe Campo, Fo Delranta, JD Baws cy HB Worshipy Qurulay Mee bolachh Pe esta 1 Vader aid Potes . Mes Ee fhyon of Spine eb fa Mayme. DL Gates ME 6 Sha cts, Mivees Mable Wale on Se ie ee oe ee Re a + Obituary. M t Beth wate bean tr Morte pores Coty, Tamessce AD feta Toe SD fees aneved with Yer gar ts te the state of Kene tuuhy In carly Ife she proferred July 4th! . BIG DAY AT WILSON’S Beautiful Summer Garden All Sorts of Amusements! Swings, Hammocks, Shade Trees, Pure Water. Bring the Children and _ Spend a Happy Day. & BIG BARBECUE All Day! Sy RGAE SA ns nt ate ier ee fe seats eee Announced After Each Round. Music by the Famous Owl Orchestra..ae Display of Fireworks at Night! MISS WILSON, Manager. Rumsey Grocery Co., taple and Fancy Groceries—Fresh and Cured Meats. WE WANT YOUR PATRONAGE. Hall Vhone1039,,.,Jnd. Phone 719 1133 Kansan Avenue TOPEKA KANSAS (grr 3 A SN The New Fragrant | A NRO SACLE Glycerine Ge Ay UnuNbie Soap ne = ND, POND eae LILY 5] SNOW ELARE /) ae Wi Setatte fckvery Yee Poet tae Made of Pure Vegetable Oils \ ; : — \ Rvy a ON tS CORE’ s Witons i Ss No we a OE BO\ Rubbing Var D EL Bg Soap | APN aicug cranes = ee seer cts ite By Ul SE EE Sg Oa oe 2 Used for laundering delicate fabrics, dainty laces ard les AINS woe ee | Kansas City Soap Uo. Tape KANSAS CITY, KANSAS, | a hope in Christ and unjted with the First Baptist Chorch of Pembrook, Kentucky and lived @ devoted Chris- tian life, April Sth, 1877 she was united in holy wedlock to Mr. Geo, Bell of Kentucky. To this union was born seven children, four boys and three girls, one boy and girl preced- ed their mother to the grave. Three boys and two girls survive her,iz Mra. Anna Smith of Evansville, Ind. and Mrs. Sally McLain of Madison- ville, Kentucky, Q. BE. and Rosco Bell of Marion, Ind. and Trevi of Newton, Kan. Mrs. Bell in company with her husband came to Newton, Kansas October 30th, 1911 and stop- ped at the home of her brother, C, R. Ramey, 121 East 11th Street, from which she passed to the grat white throne at 6:15 a, m. June 37, white rthone at 6:15 a.m. June 17, 1912, Her husband, brother, son, Trevi and one grandson were the, only immediate relatives at her bed) side, She Ivaves to mourn their loss with the above named relatives une sister, Mrs, Lillie Lacy, uf Wins ter Haven, Fla, three grand child- ivn, C. B. Thelmer and Willie Smith, beeide numerous friends, At the tine of her death she was 48 years old, In her death she may accom: plish what she hus not been able to Jo in life, the conversion of her hase, band and all shall be prepared to set: jtle around the great white throne jot God. Our loss is her‘gain. The Joss is a heavy one to the family and will never be mended in this Sife. She made it plain that it was her desire to go, for she said more than once " don’t pray for me to ret well, ‘but for the will of the Lord to be done.”* Funeral services were held at the home of her brother, Mr. 0. R, Ramey and was in charge of Rev. W, M1. Garnett, pastor of the Second Baptist church. The body was taken ‘to Pembrook, Kentucky for burial accampanied by her husband and little grandson, Willie. | W. iH. GARNETT. Jackson's Twenty-third Regiment band will furnish music for the race meet at the fair grounds July Fourth, Band concert starts at 12 o%lochs base ball game, A, T. and S. vs, Mills Dry Goods Co}; races at 1:39 sharp. If the party who borrowed the umbrella from The Mlaindealer office last week will retuen it a favor will be extended to the owner. I Is not the intrinsic value of the article, bat the memories acsuciated therewith, It was a keepsake, ——— 2 Don't forget the Biz Race Meet at the Fair Grounds on July ith. NOTSXCE. In the Probate Coutt of Shepace County, Keneas. , | In the matter 'of tht cstate of R. O. Hilliard, deceased. x2 * All persons will take notiée that my petition lg on fe in the office of the Shawnee County Probate Court, asking for authority to sell the fol- lowing-described real estate, eltuat~ ed in Shawnee County, Kansas, be longing to the estate of R. O. Hil- Nard, deceased, for the purpose of paying the debts of sald estate and the expenses of administration, to wit: Lots 481-479 and North one- Street, Leflier Addition to the city third (N 1-3) of lot 472 on Tyler of Topeka. Said petition ts set for hearing Saturday, the 29 day of June, 1912 at 10 o%lock a, m, at- which time and place you can meke known any objections you may have to the granting of such order of sale, Dated thls 11th day of June, 1912, W. 1 JAMISON, Administrator. First published June 14, 1912. Facts A Face detenoid. L adies’ Delight, . A Frechle Remover, B leaches the shin, A labasterlike Effect. 8 moothe, velvety Skin. T onic for Face Muscles, R ejuvenates Your Youth. © f Great BeautifyIng Power. UG ovelier Facial Appearance. “ALABASTROL” In the last two months we sold 1,852 pachages of Alabastrol. Why? Because it is the most perfect produce tion of Its hind on the market, uni- versally endorsed by users, Removes Freckles, Sunburn, Tan, ete. Allaye ehafed shin and is the Ideal Combe nation Cream and Powder. None give that soothing, cooling feeling as Alabastrol and whose use fs so much appreciated.” It acte on the face not onlike a refreshing, cooling Spring Morning. We guarantee ft to be sat- lsfactory in every respect. Mailed to your home in generous size package and in plain wrapper for 60 Cents Silver. No samples, The Siloron Mfg. Co, Pueblo, Colo. Transact Your Business With the Citizen's National Bank Insures Every Dollar Agalnst Loss, Condensed Official Report of the Citizen’s National Bank Great Bend, Kansas, At the close of business April 18,1912 Kesources, Loans and Discounts.,..$334,083 70 Overdrafts .sveccseereees 2,120 19 U. S, Bonds to secure cir- culation seseseesesseses +50,000 00 Premiums on U. S, Bonds.. 2,305 00 Bonds, Securities, Ete.....+ 7,482 80 Bank Building. .s+eee+so++20,000 00 5 per cent Redemption Fund 2,600 00 Cath and Sight Exchange, 83,819.56 $503,231.25. The above statement is correct. Liabilities. Capital Stock. ....++++0++$50,000 00 Surplus ard Profits...+06. 20,065 16 National Baris Nctes Qut- StAPdING cecceceseesces 60,000 00 Deposits siecceeee oeeee 382546 08 $503,211 26 R. H, MOSES, Cashier. UNITED STATES DEPOSITORY, The Business Js the place where you can get most anything at reasonable prices, This you can do at the E. R. Moses Mer. Co., OP GREAT BOND KANS 4S, Whu has been serving the people for over thirty-sly years, studys ing their wants and satisfying them. Ste them. E. R. Moses Mer. Co. Mrs, B. E. McFarland Has OPENID A Beanty Parlor at 623 Nerth Javkson, Maseagcs, tanea out Wrinkles, takes out everything that mars the Beauty of a Woman's Face, Give hero call, When in Kansas City, Mo. stop at the Graham Retreat. Mrs. M. E. Bronson, of Kansas City, is visiting in Chicago. Miss Maud Davis of Lawrence, is visiting Mrs. Harrison Williams. Miss Aurora Ford left Sunday to visit her parents at Bonner Springs. Mr. Hugh Shuck of St. Paul, Minn., is in the city visiting parents and friends. Miss Lorena Jones of Junction City, is visiting her uncle, Rev. King, and family. Miss Elizabeth Bird of Lawrence, is visiting in the city, the guest of Miss Ida Taylor. Mr. Theodore Jones lately of California, is in the city, the guest of Mr. and Mrs. H. R. Ole. Miss Marie Todd, of Leavenworth, is visiting in the city, the guest of her sister, Mrs. Chas. Caldwell. Miss Marie and Mr. Hobart Elliott of Emporia, are visiting in the city, the guests, of Mrs. Cyrene Gaines. E. D. Moore of Leavenworth, was in town this week on business. He says the colored folks of his city are doing fine. Mrs. Bird of Lowman Hill, entertained at a luncheon Tuesday complimentary to Mrs. Wicks and Mrs. Sampson. Misses Leona Escoe and Cairle Davis, of Lawrence, are in the city visiting Miss Pearl Jones on the north side. --- Mesdames J. E. Crowder, E. Sullers and R. Smith, of Great Bend, attended the State Federation last week. --- Our co-worker, Mr. Ira Smith, in company with about six others is enjoying a fishing trip this week at Panico, Kan. Drs. W. L. Hayden and H. D. Voorhies, of Kansas City were in the city last week to take the State Medical examination. Mrs. Eliza Webb of Leavenworth, is visiting in the city, the guest of her brother, Dr. Wm. R. Russell and Mrs. Nick Chiles. --- Mesdames Camille Briggs and Stella Harper, of Atchison, attended the State Federation and were the guests of Mrs. Ed Brice. Mrs. Jno. Wilson of Kansas City, Kan, attended the State Federation and was the guest of Miss Emma Gaines on Fillmore street. Miss Lucy Neeley of Argenture, arrived in the city last Saturday on a two weeks visit with her uncle, Mr. Wm. Neeley, cast of the city. Miss Beulah Doolglass of Kansas City, who is attending K. U. summer school at Lawrence, spent the week end, the guest of Miss A. Chiles. Mrs. J. M. Johnson very beautifully entertained at her suburban home Monday evening at six o'clock dinner for Mrs. Sampson of Leavenworth and Mrs. Wicks of Emporia. --- Oliver Smoke House will have a grand opening Monday evening, July 8th, 1912. Music by the Owl orchestra. Everbody Invited and will receive a suvenir. 119 West Fifth street. Geo. W. Oliver has removed his pool hall to 119 West Fifth street, where he will be glad to meet his customers and friends. His opening will be July 8th and everyone is invited. He is one of Topcha's bright and progressive young men Mrs. Chas. Caldwell entertained a few friends Wednesday evening at her home, 1507 Redden Avenue, complimentary to her sister, Miss Todd. Whist was indulged in until a late hour, after which daily refreshments were served. The Children's sewing club has been named but the name was not suitable so it will be called by the above name until one is formed. Thelma Chiles is president, Josephine Cunningham secretary, Janetta Jackson ter-uner. The last meeting was with the president, Thelma Chiles and everyone enjoyed the meeting. At 5 p. m. the mem- bors were served and bade good bye until the next meeting which will be with Josephine Cunningham. Mesdames Adella Miller and R. L. King, of Lawrence, were in attendance at the State Federation. While here they were the guests of Mesdames M. Matley and N. Smith, 1155 Clay street. Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Wright entertained the past two weeks at a house party the following out of town guests: Their uncle and aunt, Mr. and Mrs. T. P. Wright, Grand Rapids, Mich; Misses Ann Crosthwait, Kansas City; Naomi White and Mr. A. J. Fallings of Denver. Mrs. Essie Clark invited a few of her friends to enjoy an automobile ride Saturday morning, complimentary to Mrs. C. D. Colbert of Atchison. The party spent several hours seeing the city and each one enjoyed the ride. Those who enjoyed it were Madames C. D. Colbert, guest of honor, Mrs. Burkhart of Washington, D. C. and Mrs. Reed of Topeka About twenty-five young ladies of Topeka, entertained at a dancing party Friday evening, June 21st, in honor of Miss Ruth Bradley of Kansas City. Owing to the inclementy of the weather the party was held at Elks hall instead of the Summer Garden. A number of out of town visitors were present and an enjoyable time was reported by the large number present. Mr. and Mrs. Henry R. Ole entertained fifteen to 2 o'clock dinner Monday afternoon at their cozy suburban home west of the city, complimentary to visitors. Much credit is due the hostess for the excellent prepared dinner and each guest departed filled to their utmost capacity. The invited guests were, Mr. and Mrs. T. P. Wright, Grand Rapids; Misses Ann Crosswalt, Kansas City, Mo.; Naomi White and Mr. A. J. Fallings of Denver; Mcdames Eliza Webb, Leavenworth; J. M. Wright, Nick Chiles, Dr. and Mrs. T. P. Martin, Attorney and Mrs. W. I. Jambson and Mrs. Pearl McNeal. Members and friends of Saint Simon's Episcopal church will picnic this evening at Wilson's Summer Garden. The Jolly Four club composed of Messrs. Rhodes, Odell, Pope and Bass and a select number of their friends enjoyed a moonlight party Wednesday evening at Wilson's Summer Garden. The Garden was especially arranged for this occasion and with its cozy nooks and beautiful Japanese lanterns was a pretty scene indeed. Little Misses Ruby Rhodes and Fay Shuck presided at the punch bowl. This is the first party that the young men have given and about the prettiest one of the season. After refreshments were served the guests departed declaring that "The Jolly Four" well deserved its name and that everyone enjoyed the evening. Mrs. Nick Chiles and daughter, Miss Armicholas, entertained at an elaborate four course dinner June 23rd complimentary to Mr. and Mrs. T. P. Wright, Giand Rapid, Mich; Misses Nacmi White, Derver, Colo.; Arn Crosthwait, Kansas City, Mo.; Missrs. Goo, K. Williams and P. E. Malone of Kansas City, Mrs. Eliza Webb, Leavenworth; Mr. and Mrs. L. M. Wright and Mr. David Chiles. The delicious and excellent prepared meal was beautiful enjoyed by the participants and each left the table filled to their utmost capacity. Later in the afternoon about forty-two young ladies and gentlemen were entertained in honor of the above guests. Vocal and instrumental music and social conversation were indulged in until late in the evening. A dainty repast was served and all departed feeling that they had spent an afternoon of pleasure. Other out of town guests were Misses Mable and Amelia Gloed of Lawrence, Mesdames Rosee Guy, Oklahoma City; Emma Guy, Muskogee; Misses Hagel Sobloss, Atchison; Kathrine Grant, Lawrence and Mr. Hagh Shuck of St. Paul. July 4th will be the day when the Shawnee County Driving Club and Five Stock Association will go down on record as giving the largest, grandest and clearest race most ever pulled off on the Fair Grounds. Now is the time for every church, society and individual to turn out and help make this the greatest event of the season and for years to come. Jackson's 2nd Regiment Band will parade on Kansas Avenue at 11 a.m. to the grounds. Band concert and live stock parade in front of grand stand at 12:30. Races start at 1:00 sharp. H. G. BROWN, Chairman. SHAWNEE DRUG STORE- FOR DRUGS AND PRESCRIPTIONS THE BIG NEW DRUG STORE Corner Third and Kansas Ave. JAMES WHITE and J. H. HARRIS Delightfully Entertained. Among the series of social events given this season the most elaborate and fashionable was the reception given by City Treasurer John M. Wright and wife complimentary to their uncle and aunt, Mr. and Mrs. T. P. Wright, of Grand Rapids, Mich. at their cozy home, 623 Western Avenue, Saturday evening from 7:30 to 11 p. m. The house was beautifully and artistically decorated with cut flowers and potted plants—the color scheme yellow and white being carried out to the letter. Mr. and Mrs. Wright received the guests and Mrs. W. I. Jamison in turn introduced them to the guest of honor. In the receiving line were, Mr. and Mrs. T. P. Wright, the guests of honor; Miss Ann Crosshwart of Kansas City, Mo.; Miss Naoma White and Mr. Fallings of Denver—all house guests of the Wrights and Miss Ruth Bradley of Kansas City, Kan: Medames Nick Chiles, Anna Hodges, Misses Helen Guy and Arnicholas Chiles assisted in receiving the guests. In the dining room Mesdames Isiah Lisenby, Dennis Ray, W. W. Buckner, J. F. Mosley assisted Mrs. Sadie McLean, who sat at the table and served the guests. The dining room table was decorated with a beautiful piece of drawn work and in the center a design of cut flowers. Mrs. O. A. Taylor stood at the door and presented each guest with a souvenir as they passed out. The souvenir was a card with a unique design of the names of the guests in the receiving line. Little Donald Mosley stood at the foot of the stairway in the reception hall and received the cards. During the evening about two hundred and seventy-five invited guests were received, and never in the history of Topeka were their more elaborate and costly gowns displayed by Topeka's society and the many visitors in the city. Special mention must be made of the receiving line, which represented a bunch of American beauties. As the guests departed all that one could hear, "the evening was one of pleasure and delight" and hospitality through the kindness of their host and hostess. Miss Helen McClain entertained fourteen guests at an elaborate five course six o'clock dinner Wednesday evening at her home, 618 Western Avenue, complimentary to visiting friends. The table was artistically arranged in the center with a beautiful design of sweet peas and each guest found their seats by unique place cards tied with pink ribbon. During the last course each guest was presented a bouquet of sweet peas. The menu was not only delicious and appetizing, but fit for a king. Miss Margaret Poster, Mesdames McLean, Scott and Wood had charge of the serving. The invited guests were, Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Wright, Mesdames Ella Guy, Ca son of Oklahoma, Snell of Mobile, Ala, Rossee Gay of Oklahoma City, Milton Guy f Muskogee, Misses Ruth Bradley of Kansas City, Ann Crosthwart of Kansas City, Mo. Noomi White and Mr. Fallings of Denver, Misses Alberta Guy and Armandolas Chiles. Mr. and Mrs. J. T. Mosley of 200 Spring street entertained at six o'clock dinner June 17th complimentary to Mr. and Mrs. T. P. Wright of Grand Rapids, Mich. From eight to 11 p. m. they entertained a number of friends complimentary to the guests of honor. Music and conversation were indulged in until a late hour, after which dainty refreshments were served. All departed feeling themselves highly entertain- Miss Pearl McNeal entertained at progressive whist Monday evening complimentary to Mr. and Mrs. T. P. Wright of Ogatlan Rapids, Mich.; Misses Ruth Bradley, Kansas City; Ann Grothwant, Kansas City, Mo.; Naomi White and Mr. A. J. Fallings of Denver. The first public two books, were awarded Mr. Fallings and Miss Grothwant and the baby puzzer, a miniature deck of playing cards and toy telephone to ments were served. Other our town guest Mr G K. Williams of Kansas City. Mrs. A. F. Farris, Hairdressing and Hair Wrok. Massage and Shampooing a Specialty. 920 College Ave., Topeka, Kaa. CUT RATES AT THE Harris Laundry 1123 Kansas Avenue Beginning July 1. Bring us your work and save money at the following Reduced Prices: All shirts 10 cents; collars 2 cents; cuffs 4 cents; underwear, per suit 10 cents; handkerchiefs 2 cents; socks 3c pair; union suits 12c; overalls 10c No delivery at these prices. C. T. HARRIS, Prop. Phone 3027. Everybody Is, Going, to, Oliver's Smoke House. The "New Smoke House," the only colored Smoke House in Kansas, where one of the largest line of domestic and foreign cigars, tobacco and soft drinks are carried among our people. Also free well kept pool and billiard tables. If you don't play pool visit our reading room in the front where you will find the latest daily and Sunday papers. Our reading and smoking room is open to your service on Sunday and shoe shining chair. Make the Smoke House your headquarters while in our beautiful city and if there is any information you wish to know write, Oliver Smoke House, 119 West Fifth Street, Topcha, Kan. GEO S. OLIVER PROP A Delightful Evening Spent. On Friday evening of last week, at her home, 1225 Buchanan street, Mrs. W. C. Moore very pleasantly entertained about twenty-five of her friends in royal fashion, and those present will never regret having been there. Progressive whist was the feature of the evening and it developed early in the game that some masters were in the running. It was a hard fought battle and the honors of the evening went to Miss Ethal Roy of Atchison, the second prize, being awarded to Mrs. B. H. Davis of Independence. Mr. L. C. Clash won the gentle prize. He out of town guests were Modines Clyde Briggs and B. H. Davis of Independence, and Miss Ethal Roy and Mrs. Emma Matthews of Atchison At a late hour the guests departed with a high regard for Mrs. Moore as an ideal entertainer. --- Dr. and Mrs. T. P. Martin entertained a few friends at progressive whist Wednesday evening at Our beautiful home, 1026 Bannayan street, Mrs. O. A. Taylor won first prize and Dr. O. A. Taylor the bodily. At a late hour a dainty two course luncheon was served. The out of town visitors present were Messrs. Pallings of Denver and Mr. Eliza Webb of Leuvenworth. Miss Pearl Jones entertained at a hay rack party Monday evening complimentary to her guest Miss Irena Dreese and Carmen Davis Lawrence About twenty people enjoyed the evening at a late hour the party returned to the Jones' home, where refreshments were served. All left doing Mrs Pearl an ideal hostess and greatly pleased with the evening WANILD Position be a competent stereographer and bookkeeper, recently of Quindaro, Kan. Address Edra Smith, 4.0 Washington Blvd., Kansas City, Kansas. WILSON'S --New Summer Garden-- DANCING EVERY THURSDAY EVENING—Admission,Ladies 10c; Gentlemer 15c. Good Music, Swings, Rustic Seats and Plenty of Refreshments. Whether You Dance or Not it is a Delightful Place to Pass Away the Time. GARDEN to Rent on Reasonable Terms for Picnics, Private Parties, Sunday School and Church Outings. Call Bell Phone 2674. Stonestreet & Gaines, Undertakers and Funeral Directors. ```markdown ``` 60 10 E. D. JONES 322 Fast First Street, ..... FOR FANCY GROCERIES, FRESH MEATS, CIGARS AND TOBACCO. He sells cheap for cash. "See him when you are hungry." Topch, Kansas. ANNOUNCEMENTS. JAMES A. BROUTMAN. Candidate for State Senator from Seventeenth District subject to the Republican primary August 6th. SAMUEL S. URMY. Candidate for Judge of the Court of Appeal, subject to primary August 6th, 1912. CYRUS GUIBRIE Republican Candidate for nomination, Representative Thirty-fourth district (2nd, 3rd and 4th wards), subject to primaries Aug. 6, 1912. JOHN L. TROUTMAN, Republican Candidate for Township Trustee for Topeka Township, subject to the Republican primaries August 6, 1912. ARTHUR M. ALLISON, Candidate for Clerk of the Court of Topeka, subject to the Republican primaries August 6, 1912. CHAS. G. BLAKFLY. Republican candidate for nomination for Representative, Thirty-fourth District (Sud, 3rd and 4th wards), subject to primaries August 6, 1912. For Sheriff. Mr. I. L. Kiere hereby announces himself as a candidate for the office of Sheriff of Shawnee county, subject to the Republican primaries August 6th 1912. Mr. Gee. K. Williams of Kansas City, spent several days in the city this week before leaving for a two months visit in the East. While here was the guest of Miss A. Chiles. Mr. P. E. Malore of W. U. Quedan, was also the guest over Sunday. Mesdames Bolden, J. H. Harper, J. P. Chinworth, S. W. Keming, Miss Marguerite Sanford and Louisiana Harper, who attended the State Federation last week, returned to their home Sunday. While here they were the guests of Mrs. Lee Arnton. Miss Stella Turner of Wichita, was the guest of Mrs. Lee Anderson last week while attending the State Federation. She left Wednesday for Mackinac, Mich., to spend the summer. Meet me at the Big Race on July 4th. Everybody is Doing It? GOING TO Brown's LORDELICORICE CREAM, SODAS AND PURE DRUGS, ETC. 101 Kansas Avenue - Topeka MIDLAND MEAT MARKET GEO. HAMPTL. Prop. FRESH AND SMOKED MEATS AND POULTRY OF ALL KINDS Bell Phone 136 Peoples Phone MISS OGEAL WILSON, Manager. & Gaines, Funeral Directors. We carry one of the finest lines of UNDERTAKING GOODS in the State. We never sleep. Three Licensed Embalmers in attendance 636 Quincy. Both Phones 52 DR. WILLIAM E. JACKSON, Physician and Surgeon. 40412 Kansas Ave. nd. phone 918. TOPEKA DR. W. ROGER RUSSELL, DENTIST All Work Guaranteed to Give Satisfaction 532 Kansas A. Bell phone 1200 Office hours: 9:30 to 10:30, 3 to 6 Bell phone 501. DR. THADDEUS P. MARTIN, Physician and Surgeon. 502 Kansas Ave. Residence: 1026 Buchanan St. Residence phones: Sell 901-2. Ind. 2880 Red DR. J. M. JAMISON, Physician and Surgeon. 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 Gibber's Drug Store, across from Throop Hotel. Calls Answered Day and Night. Residence: 1535 Van Buren St. (First Published in the Topeka Plaindealer June 28, 1912.) Bethar Baurker, plaintiff, vs. John L. Baurker, defendant. PUBLICATION NOTICE State of Kansas, Shawnee County The State of Kansas to John L. Baurker, giving: You are hereby notified and warned that the plaintiff above name has commenced her action in the said Court asking for a divorce from you and a return of her maiden name of Ethet Brown—and you are notified that unless not appear and answer said petition on or before the 11th day of August, 1612 that same will be taken as true and judgment rendered according to divorce her from you and restoring her to her said maiden name. ARTHUR J. POLINGER. Attorney for Plaintiff. By JESSIE M. CURTIS, Deputy. The picture given by the Allen C. E. League was a success. The stewards of the A. M. E. church will have a rally on the Second Sunday in July. Prof W. W. Feller will lecture at the A M E. church on the evening of July 11th. Prince Calvary and Hastet meeting the first Sunday in August. The first Pastor church of which Rev. Browne a pastor will have a rally on the third Sunday in July. Mr. M. E. church, Rev. Smith, pastor will have a rally on the Second Sunday in July. The funeral of Mr. Kilinson was held at the M. Church last Sunday. The funeral of Miss Strong was held at the First Parish Church last Tuesday. For Rent—Purchased or unfurnished room. Call Roll phone 1958. Miss Burlie Scott, 1154 Lane street. WICHITA, KAN. Mrs. F. O. Miller left Monday afternoon for Ohio, where she will spend the summer months. Prof. N. Clark Smith, wife and daughter, Miss Arisa, arrived in the city Wednesday from Tuskegee, Alabama, to spend the summer. Delegates from the following clubs: G L. A, W. T Vernon, Booker T. Washington, Phyllis Wheatley Cooking and Mothers Aid left Tuesday afternoon for Topeka to attend the State Federation of Women's clubs. Mr. Frank Wilkins arrived Wednesday from Tuskegee, Alabama, where he has been attending school. Mrs. J. L. Hicks left Sunday for Ufall, Ohio where she will teach in summer school. Mrs. G. L. Scott is visiting her parents, Rev and Mrs Richardson in Kansas City. Mrs. Cornelia Clayton and daughter, Miss Beatrice, left Wednesday for Springfield. Mo. to visit with friends and relatives. Mrs. Sue Abernathy is ill at her home or N Mead Avenue. One of the most enjoyable social events of the season was the grand opening of the Harbar club at Newton, Kirk, Tuesday evening. About two dozen couples and the Xenial club made up a jolly car load of Wichitans and an excellent program was rendered, with Mr. Chas French as toastmaster, after which a superb menu was served. The Wichitans returned on a late train fully satisfied with the visit. Misses Luvenia Franklin and Maybelle Douglas, of Winfield, Kan., are visitors in the city. White "playing soldiers" at the home of Clayton Thomas, nine years old Lewis Neeley was accidently shot and later died. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs Thomas Neeley The funeral services were held from the residence on Blaine Avenue Wednesday afternoon Mr. Anderson Grigg is reported convalescent Means Sam White and Chester Anderson, of Newton, Kan. spent a few days here last week Minnes Marguerite Sandford and Luvenia Harper left Tuesday for Topeka to visit with relatives and friends Mrs. Arthur Hockett returned from Newton where she has been visiting the past three weeks. BARTLESVILLE, OKLA. The Dunbar Literary Society was organized Thursday night, June 13, at Bethel A M E church The following officers were elected: Mr. W. M. Bortner, president; Mr. Arthur Eates, vice-president; Mr. J. B Robinson, treasurer; Mrs Howard Norman, secretary and D F Davis, corresponding secretary. The Literary will meet on Thursday rights and everybody is invited to attend. Mrs Henry Mottelson and children left Sunday for a visit with relatives and friends in Chetopa. Miss Lavena Brown spent a few days here on business and was entertained last Friday night by Mrs Edgar Manning. Everyone present had a delightful time. Mrs J Thark left for a short visit at Newata after which she will go to Wichita to reside permanently. Mrs Blanche J. Jones returned from Independence. Mr Benj Boyd of Cheyenne spent Monday in the city. The baseball game was played Sunday on account of the tatt ABILENE. 6AN Miss. Irene Smith, Kestle Patteam and Helen Harrison went to Salem Saturday to attend the Annual sermon of the Knights and daughters of Labor Miss Hattie Bea. McJones, Alice Gibson, Frank Smith and a number of other people attended the Annual sermon of the Knights and daughters of Labor Mrs. Bell Smith departed late evening for Russell Spring to visit her daughter, Mrs. Myrtle Payon Mrs. D. Curtis and all her was a sick list this week Mr. Frank Smith departed of Denver, Cali. Ms. May evening to visit his brother Missouri Hirta Warler Bros White and Vera Tyler departed for Emporia Wednesday after the Sunday School State Converts Mr. Lloyd Spurl went to Brent ville Saturday Mrs. B. Are served by Ipera Wednesday Mrs. Calhoun South of Iwood in the guest of Mrs. Maria Gary NOICE Bishop Isaac Lane D. of Jackson, Teen, presiding Bishop of the Second Episcopal Diocese of the C M. E. church, will be at Chorley Kan, July 6th at 7th. We would like for our many friends to come out and hear him preach. All are welcome. C H. Anderson, Pastor. Takhoma Biscuit Takhoma Biscuit. LOOSE-WILES BISCUIT CO. 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 lutes. Instruction matics, Drawing. The Summer School will open une and Continue Nine Weeks. Board and Lodging may be Procured in the Board of Lincoln Institute for Two Dollars and Fifty Cents. Tuition will cost $2.00 for the term. There will be help with the Summer School one of the Regular Teachers. Instruction will be given in English, Pedagogy, Statistics, Drawing, Science, History, Manual Training a 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! is an every day delicacy that all can afford. A few cents a month covers the difference between ordinary butter and "Meadow Butter is one of those "big little things" quality can leave a feeling of dissatisfaction native mood, while good butter lends a certain The delicateness flavor of Meadow Gold is particularly enticing. Its rare richness appeals to the most fastidious palate. 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 leave a fearing of dissatisfaction. Native milk, while good butter lends a certain charm. The delicious flavor of Meadow Gold Butter is particularly enticing. Its rare richness appeals to the most fastidious palate. NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC. ..... NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC. ..... Trolly to Kansas City. Cars leave Third and Delaware Leavenworth, for 10th and Mair, Kansas City, Missouri, every hour or the half from 6:30 A.M. to 10:30 P.M. except Saturday and Sunday night last car leaves at 12 o'clock midnight. Sunday when the weather is nice, cars will leave on the half hour from 8:30 A.M. to 9:00 P.M. Express car leaves Leavenworth, if not delayed, at 8 A.M. and 2 P.M. Leaves depot at 6th and Penn Kansas City, Missouri, at 12 A.M. and 5 P.M. The Kansas City-Western Railway. B. F. ALLEN. Sold by all dealers who are butter particular. Missouri. ance! Shoe Business ALL GREATER Good Values, customers should and FASHION de. We do not we sell. CHER. Reference new Gold." "—a poor x well or a fine." Butter business rate. Its Flavor Wins Favor Mrs Horace Bolden, of Los Angeles, Calif., passed through the city Tuesday evening from Kansas City, Mo., en route to Guthrie, Okla., where she will spend a few days with friends and relatives. Mr. C. A. Rogers, of Coffeyville, who was in the city Tuesday evening on business, returned to his home Wednesday morning. Rev. A. H. Brooks, Miss Corine Bradley and Mr. W. R. Ransom, who compiled the A. M. E. Sunday School delegation, have returned from Ft Scott, where they attended the District Conference and S. S. Convention. Mrs. P. R. Hogans also attended the Convention. Mrs. Parey Jones will entertain the Guiers club Wednesday afternoon, and the Stewardess Board. Thursday evening at her home on East Main. The Annual Thanksgiving Sermon of the Knights and Daughters of Tabor was preached at the A. M. E. church Sunday evening by Chief Orator, Rev. A. H. Brooks. The sermon was the ablest and most eloquent of any since the organization of the order. Despite the inclement weather a goodly number of members and visitors attended. Miss Leota Wilson, of Kansas City is visiting in the city, the guest of her aunt, Mrs. N. C. Blair. Prof. R. I. Miller, who has been attending the Pittsburg Normal, was in the city a few days last week. Miss Edith Jackson, of Kansas City, Kan. is the guest of Rev. and Mrs. A. H. Brooks. HORTON, KAN. Mr. C. W. Ford has returned to Holton. He has been cooking at the Windsor for the past two months and was also a willing worker in all the auxiliaries of the church. The people regret to see him go and we hope he will return to Horton again soon. Mrs. C. W. Williams, of the Baptist church, gave a drama last Saturday night which was indeed fine. Mesdames Roxie Brooks and Carter Woodson left for a two weeks visit in Chicago with relatives and friends. Mrs. H. Brooks entertained the sewing circle last Friday. Misses Edith Rowell and Mae Wathins were baptized last Sunday at the Baptist church. Sunday School will give a picnic Saturday, June 29th. All are invited. Quite a number from here attended the baptizing at Sabetha, Kan. last Sunday. Mr. T. Bradford and Mrs. Susie Hughes were united in marriage last Tuesday at St. Joseph, Md. 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. Bords at par. . 141,164 67 Bords and warrants. 125,000 00 Due from U. S. Treasurer 3,759 00-1,035,137.42 GEO. T GULENSEY, President In the discharge of its obligations to the community this bank lends its facilities and its resources in the aver- ges which make up the business prosperity of Independence and Southeastern Kansas—its desire is to extend helpful service in all direc- tors 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 bor- rers for personal purposes. No officer, director 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 eb in by July 2nd. For full particulars address. H. G. BROWN, Chairman, TOPEKA, KAN. Wm. BROOKS, President. 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 The Charles Wolff Packing Company, TOPEKA, KANSAS. The Knights and Lads OF THE ORIENT. A FRATERNAL BESEFICIARY SOCIETY Will issue policies for yourself and children, paying Partial Life, Sick, Funeral, and Death Benefits in case of death. No home-loving man can afford to be without Life Insurance. 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. THE KNIGHT AND ORIENT is duly authorized by the laws of the State of Kansas, and is under the Superintendent of Insurance of Kansas. Its officers are bonded in a reliable Surety Company. Liberal terms to Agents. For information address NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS, 519 Kansas Avenue. Topeka, Kansas. OUR MOTTO: "Prompt Payment of Claims." JOHN M. WRIGHT PEARL McNEAL, National President. National Secretary. THE HOME DRUG CO. H. G. Jones, Mgr. PRESCRIPTION DRUGGISTS. Drugs, Chemicals, Toilet Articles, Perfumes, Druggist's Sundries Independence, . . . Kansas GO VIA THE A. V. L. ROUTE When traveling between NEWTON. HALSTEAD and WICHITA Courteous treatment to all. C. F. Claassen, President. C. B. Warkenstin, Vice President, H. H. Johnston, Cashier. C. W. Claassen, Asst. Cashier. The Kansas State Bank Capital and Surplus, $92,000. NEWTON, KANSAS. Directors: C. B. Warkentin, S. M. Swartz, Dr. J. T. Axtell, J. H. Linn, J. H. McNair, S. A. Hanlin, J. A. Randall, J. I. Relgier, Thos. Sheridan, John Dürger, C. Γ. Claassen We are the largest Manufacturers of ```markdown ``` COLORED PEOPLES HAIR IN IN THIS COUNTRY We make everything in this line, and our prices are much lower than those quoted elsewhere. Send 2ctam for Catalogue Women wanted to sell our Hair Goods. Human Hair Co., Dept. "L" 23 Duane Street' New York City. FOR PREVENTING HARM FROM FALLING OUT, BURBANK AND FICTION OF SCALE DEFENSE OF IMMISITATES GIVE GENERIC, UP TO 25 AND 50+ BOTTLES WITH CHARLES FORD'S NAME ON EVERY PACKAGE TRY FORD'S ROYAL WHITE SKIN LOTION FOR THE COMPLEXION, MAKES THE SKIN WHITER IMMEDIATELY UPON APPLICATION. WILL NOT IRRITATE THE MOST DELICATE SKIN, UNEXCEILLED FOR ECZEMA, SALT RHEUM, PIMPLES, ROUGH SKIN AND FRECKLES. SOLD BY DRUGGISTS. IF YOUR DRUGGIST CANNOT SUPPLY YOU WE WILL SEND IT TO YOU DIRECT AT THE FOLLOWING POINTS. SMALL SKIN BOTTLE. 25 LARGE SKIN BOTTLE. THE OZOMIZED MARROW CO. 822 LAKE ST. DEPT. 318 CHICAGO, IL AGENTS WANTED Why is a... Sporting Goods. ```markdown ``` MADE BY J. S. Johnson. A. B. Johnson Nothing too Good. Nothing too Poor. The Second Hand People. Dealers in New and Second Hand Furniture Easy Payments 715 Union Street. Phone 1464 Coffeyville, Kansas. FOR 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. C. H. Northfoss Dealer In FURNITURE, CARPETS, UNDERTAKING Phones 57 and 109. 716 Main St. NEWTON, KAN. Condensed statement of the condition of the 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. BOX 86 Graham Retreat Rooms and Board. W. W. GRAHAM, Prop. pet H 18th St, Bansag Gty, Me. Condensed Statement of THE FIRST. NATIONAL OF WINFIELD, KANSAS. At the close of business Dec. 5, 1911 RESOURCES. Loans and discounts,....$518,254.49 Overdrafts. os seccescese 9,018.86 U.S. bonds to secure cire culation. 6 os cossveees 100,000.00 Benking House, Furniture * and Bistaree, s wevsess 40,0008 Bonds for In- veatment. . » $ 65,000.00 os Cash and sight - Exchange, «» $218,268 40 283,268.40 h ows ——_—— * , $950,541.73 LIABILITIES. Sapital Stock ..++0+++++-$100,000 60 Borplus Fund, .. «+++... 100,000.00 Undivided Profits. . eee» 19,457.72 Circulation. . 5 seeseseeee 100,000.00 Deposits. . . ..$596,084.21 Bond account 35,000.00 631,084.21 $950,541.73 The above statement is correct. E. W. BOLINGER, Cashler. W. C. ROBINSON, President. a iat Sta IRON ee NL THROUGH TRAIN SERVICE BETWEEN TOPEKA — AND — FORT SCOTT, PITTSBURG, WEBE CITY AND JOPLIN Lease Topeka at 9:00 a. m. F, E. NIPPS, Ticket Agent. Phone 371. ————_—_.___ ROHLFING & CO. WHOLESALE GROCERS Corner Third and Cherokee Streeta LEAVENWORTH, KANSAS. . So Different from the Rest, — CAFE RESTAURANT and ICE CREAM PARLOR B, F. SAMUELS, Proprietor, 220 Delaware, Leavenworth, Kan, — Arkansas City, Kan., Enid, Okla., and Anthony, Kan. Res, Phone 134% Office Phone 134 Richard M. Johnson UNDERTAKER AND FUNERAL Private Chapel in Connection “rst Door Ecast of Peoples National Bank Open Day and Night Paola, Kansas NOL:CE TO AGENTS AND CORRE: SPONDLNIS. Please vend qut or phategraph that we may use during the ycar, Have eorrespondence in ty Wednesday We have installed cur new finotype machine and paper will be out reri I or Sale eee 240 Acres Good Farm Land... Three Mitta from Nicodemus, Kar 50 screw in cultivation tiyed farm residenre—tever faring water eup- ply. #30 per acre—one halt varh, Addrevs The Plaindealer. THE FIFTS ANNUAL —OF THE- ° ° Kingfisher County Normal Cheperate) Wall be Held at HINGTISHER, ORL AHOMA Bi ginning June 3,1912 This iy one of hte largest and best tutored Normals In the state. Teachers preparid for the several state cortificutes, Facellent accommodations at mod- erste terms, For further information address SUPT. GLO, E, MOORE, « at Kingfisher, Okla or PROP, E. H. WALL, Conductor at Hennevy, Okla, Feathers cleane) and curled. Hats made over equal to new. = SUSIE WILLIA MS 420 Kansas Ave. Bell "Phone 2596 —— | ASK FOR é s 99 ‘Fitright Overalls and Coats Quality and Workmanship Unsurpassed. #6" MADE 8Y ‘phe Ranny-Davis MERCANTILE COMPANY MANILTATTAN. KANS. SBRGRT Sark Ses See, SMe e tatiun cf colored folks tu sce our team work vut, The sore wag 2 to 0 in favor of Manhattan. After Rev. White, of Topcha, ad- dressed the young men at their Smoker, uf which Mayor Bilhard of Topcha, was strongly advocated for Governor, he left for Chicage to see T. R, meet defcat, ‘The wedding fell have never ceased chimings since the Inving- Smith wedding of a few weehs age. Anrouncement In a rice shower to Miss Elhy Jackson, which will take place soon, Viet, Wand, of Langston, Osta, is here for a pericd of six weeks to ate tend the Institute. Pref. Ward is teacher of Economicy at the Lang- ston Unicity. Rev, Robt. Cox made a flying trip to Topeka list week to ccnfer with the colored architect in regards to a Baptist structie whih f+ soon te be under way. The Annual Sermon cf the P. A. ALY. M. was preached Sunday by Rev. H. 8S. Henrie. The order turn- 4d out in a body exd marched from their hall on 9th ard Yuma street to the A. M. E. church, Miss Pauhne Henrie departed for the west Tuesday last to visit rela- tives and friends duing her sum- mer vacation, Mr. and Mre, Bush received a sisit from their mother and sister of Lawrence, Kan, last Thursday even- ing, While here Mr, Buch and wife entertained in their honor at 7:30 dinner Messrs, Gilbert E. C. Free- man, Mrs, Bulah and Rev. H. &, Henrie and wife. Mr. Mark Hannah, of Junction, was on our streets Sunday for a short time, Mi-s Clatinda Alaarder returned from the District S. S. convention of the A. M. E. church at Ottawa, Kan, Saturday evening und reports a pkasant sestion. ‘the Ladies Aid Society wall) pire nic July the dth at Rehy Ford, The M. EB. church's Blue Ribbon club will give a social tonicht, Attormy Wy TL. Sayre and wife of Lill City, Kan, stepped over in out uty ore day last week, Whilt hese they were the gucets of Res. ILS. Heniie and wife, Mn. J, R. Ransom held his dast Qatuttarty meeting fer conference pear at the A.M, FB, church last Sane ay and aeperts his? wall pleased sith the propiess ef the church at this place, He prachad tw power halo pcrmens, Ino the evening he picached at Wamcyo, Res. UR. Richardson, of Kaneas Oty, Kan, en reate to Niecdemur, Kan, preached at the Second Bape ‘ist charch Tuesday evening, Mostrt Clarence Grarger, Edward Barton and Gus Brown, of Junction City, were the guests cf Mr, ard Mie, P.M. Martin sunday cvening. Mr. Grant Hanke will leave ina “uw day» for Baltimere te atterd the Demo-eprepicrsise Convention Among thore who went to dame fin Sanday on te excazeion wore Mee ard Mrs, Maitay, [hen J. Wocde, Mise Tilhan Cavers, Mr. Edward | Perce, Tous Pitts atad Joep h Marche lL UM. Archie Be Hanon nye ae Pere cf the asla's for tami tc han ome tome to stay and rua ty Pave My adhe votture Geatd oree f ws phece on Fourth aol Holey. | Arta: a ptag of nearly a year ou pT insoten Nor. Mie. Wathen Master eget aid Blanes are mages ther nother aed piund pant a. sit Miva Ethel Vaughn, of Macho Way os bere to mpend her th ation path Ser aunt, Mrs. J. M. Masur Messin WiC. Cook and Te Wands tad Sy trip ta dune hate ayo Mr Uh WH oot atured, Mow Gortrade Maseocn ta receive ine 4 plearant pint fen Miss Blanche Laniur of Ihawatha, Kan A Genuire Hair Restorer. Did you ever hnow of any hair preparation which wou.d reauy grow hair and restore the color to gray or faded hair? There are many preparations highly advetised to do the work, but it is probably your experience that none of them will really meet the claims of thelr manufacturers. There are many so-called halr 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 pemanency and often causing a streahy appearance. It has been the aim of the chemists for years to discover a preparas tion which would zeally 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 ciscovered a combination of harmiess vegetable composition which is a Genvine Hair Restorer and wall grow hair and does not contain any dye of any hind, but will positively restore the natural color and brilliancy to gray and faded hair. This is a very strong statement to make and [f any chemist without the recognized ability and national reputation of Prof. Rembler were tu make this claim we would be inclined to be shept'ral as to its truth, It will be remembered by reader that are familiar with scientik discoverics that Prof. Rembler was the inventor of the ore fire process for gilding glass and also the Rembler Wircless Coherer. Ary statement made by Pref. Rem- bier is entitled to consideration as he would not make any statements which were not true and would injure his established reputation. The Sileron Mfg. Co. of Pueblo, Colo, ahve purchased the exclusive American rights to manufacture Sagincine, as they have named Pref Reri- bler's Invention, after having made a $1\ months’ test of Sa,ire and thore oughly demonstrating that it would positively do the work, The Sieron Mfg. Co. have authorized us to mahe the following remarhable effcr to all who need a “genuine Hair Restorer." They will rend a written agreement with ever) bottle of Sagine, to the effect that if one botile of Sasine con-vientiously used according to the directions does not give entire satisfac‘ on to the purcha-er of Sagine dees not actually grow hair and restore the aor to gray or faded halr, remove dardivf’ and make tle halr healthy and glassy, that they will pay the sum of $5 ty any dissatisficd purchaser. This Is the strongest cffcr ever made by any nar ifacturer and om they could not pascible make if they dit not hnow positively from exper ence that it would do exactly what the claim for it. Na cre an take any chance in buying Sagine at itis certair y worth &1 te use a Genalre Hat Restorer that will really grow hair, and f it does not rive catisfa tion they: will pay sou the §3 as agreed. Send a $2 tail to the Sileron Mis. Co, Puchto, Colo., stating that }oa wirh to nirchase a hettle of Sagire with the written agrecment tu grow hair and rr -tore the color to gray cr faded halr or pay you the sum of $3 and it will be sent to yor Ly express in plein VOpper. The Siloron Mfr, Co, {8 Incorporated under the Tawa cf the State cf Colorado and refer yor to the mereant ¢ agencics cr ary Fact'o barks as to thelr ability to fulfi'l ary agreemert they mahe, THE SIORON MFG, CO, Pactlo, Cato, Go Where you will. you will find few flours EQUALING and. none SURPASSING s ?¢ I Cain's No. | Flour GUARANTEED at the top in colcr. flavor and yseld The Cain Mill Company ATCHISON, + + BANSAS a WILL H. WIPHIG, President and Manager, Union Depot Drug Store Mail Orders Prompily Attended. All the Beat Brand of Whabey—Botthd in fend 1036 Union Avenue, KANotS cli Opposite Walting Roum Heme Phone Yest 360 Bull hone Weet 6608 Mr, Larry Keele has again taken & position at the Gillette hotel. A large nmuber is here from Cea- tratia to attend the Jackson- Mast: erson wedding this week. WEIR. KAN. See) eae Rev. A. Fairfax, of Parsons, who ir relling books, was here June 12th to make deliveries, On the same night he preached at St. John church. Rev, Frank Wolron and Mr«, Em- ma Gaines were in the city a few days this week attending to lodge business. Rev. H.W. White, of Topcka, preached the annual scrmon for the Sir Knights and Daughters Sunday, June 1th, From here he went te Chiewwo, “SEL IULS Raa Rev, Baterson, pastor of the A. M. E, church and Miss Gertrude Win: tas returncd from Ft, Scott laet Saturday, where they attended the Listrict, Confercnce. They report a fine session and aleo a pleasant time, Mies Aletta Dupree, who has been attending school in AlaLama returned home Sunday to rpend her vacation, Mis. Sally Christian, in som any with Mra Jennie Catter retained last Saturday from Nowata. The latter has been quite skh. Rev, J. We Edwards was in the city Monday and left Tuesday for Chrurchee. KANSAS CITY, MO. Mis, E. T. Barbour, of ET Rein, Okla, has been the guest of Pref. and Mis, G. 1. Porter, t20 Everett Avanue, Kansas City, Kan. Mrs. Potter and Mie E. T. Barbour heft desterday afterneon for a viet te the Wert. Mis, Porter guine te Seattle, Washington and Mre, Rar. tour to Colorado Springs, Presiding Elder Simms, of Wave, Texan, ia spending his vacation at the Southern Saratoga. _ Mr. ¢. F. Mitchel, of Moberly, Mo. ts in the city visitirg his daughter Mrs. A. B, Stalling. Mrs, Bertha T. Buckner, Giand Worthy Councellor of the State ¢f Miesourl, Order of Calanthe, met White Rose Court ard Herald Court Wednerday 2 p. m, Jane 1th at the K. of P. hall, 18th ard Harrison St, Mr. S. (irant left Tuesday after. noon for Huntedale, Mo, where he will visit his fathcr, Mr, J, Grant. Mrs. Anna Snecd, of Kaneas City, Mo, is visiting her brother, Mr, Thomas Sneed, Topcha. Kans, Mre. Mammie Wall« and little daughta, af St. Mary", Kan, «pent a few daye in Kansas City visiting her sister, Mies Georgia Gunn, OWe gees SIRONG CLV, RANY Mice Uta and Rava Bakwd apent the past wok at Emporta Kan, attending the meeting. The Masomce gute a bit sug par aw the Masonic hall June 22.0 A num ber of Emporia people were present Evetgore omporte a oad time Thae wae a large rumler in attend ance, Miss Myrtle Lipton, ef Emporia was the suet of Mise Mayme [cv all June 22. | Missee Hla Malan and Mac Lev ell cntutainad some of their friord pot Strang City, Those present wer Messrs, Ro Wood, ME Pontineten are [Mend Mis GE, Regas J pleasant cvening wae spent, Mice Rhera Johnson, of strony (City, Whe wont te Lmpora te at tend Normal hae returned home | Ma. Rehad Tevell epent a day Emporia hit weeks Mrz, 1 Dobbins, «f Strere cats Mand Tee WWD easly. of Pot *Scutt, ware arited an mariage a Emporia at) th) st. dcha Baptis church, All tha fried» wirke them much fay Palace Meat Market... 983 Kansas Avenue, Everything in Season. | THE CUT RATE MARKET. UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT. CARL FOWLER, wt Manager When You Go Tolw s_ am ya te r S. HENRION, STOP AT THE DUNBAR CAFE D Services Strictly sce rug S SANUEL H. 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Try Fords Hair Pomade for hareh ‘tatbern and unruly bair and Fords Royal White Skin Lotten for the com- plaricn, ¢ Atk your dr 1 ¢ fer them, He sure end get the getuurme os crd 5) moinufactuned by the Qeeried ja Yarrow Company, Chie , Uh : “*Peacock”’ Flour, Highest Quality. Sold tall Gr ccers. Net made by a trust. The Pittsburg Elevator Company, Third and Geard Avenue PITTSBURG, KANSAS, Rev. J. Broadanax will go to Yale, Kan., to preach the annual sermon for the Eastern Star Monday, June 24th. Miss Zepha Coffey and Miss Arn Hawkins are in the city attending summer Normal. They are stopping at the home of Mrs. E. Isaac. Mrs. A. B. Bryant, of Denver, Colo., was in the city last week, the house guest of Mrs. Neil Pierce. Mr. and Mrs. D. R. Jones celebrated their seventh wedding anniversary last Wednesday evening. The hospitable home of Mr. and Mrs. Jones was thrown open to their many friends from 8 to 12 p.m. The features of the evening were games and music. They were the recipients of many useful presents. Mrs. Jones was assisted by her daughter, Miss Weona and Miss Elsie Haley of Coffeyville, Kan. Miss Martina Fluellen is in the city visiting her sister, Mrs. D. R. Jones. Mr. C. P. Fowler was in the city Sunday visiting his nephew, J. A. Reed Mr. Fowler is a successful grocer of Kansas City, Kan, and was on his way home from Denver, Colo, where he had taken his summer vacation. Mr. and Mrs. Josh Morgan are in Oklahoma at the summer home of Mr. Thomas Mayhugh Mr. Morgan's health has been failing for sometime Mrs. Morgan hopes that by accompanying her husband that his health will be restored Mrs J A Reed entertained at six o'clock dinner Saturday evening a few friends complimentary to the 7th Wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs Neil Pierce Among those present were Mr. and Mrs. Reed, Little Margorie Pierce, Marie Reed, Mrs. Reed was assisted by her two charming daughters, Misses Leota and Valora Wagner. The Progressive club of young people of Pittsburg will take a hay ride about five miles in the country to the farm home of Mr. Ray Cole, Tuesday a m to be gone all day. About twenty young folks will comprise the party. The Citizens club meets every Tuesday evening at the A. M. E. church Wm Peepies president and W A Abernathy secretary. HUTCHISON, KAN. The Lydian society met Tuesday, June 18th. A plea-aunt time was enjoyed by all present and a very instructive lesson was taught from the bible. The Escobar Art and Literary club met in a social meeting June 19 with Mrs. Geo Brady as hostess. A very good program was run by the members. The visitors present were Mrs. Talman of Houston, Texas; Mrs. Scott of Houston, Miss Porter, Oklahoma, Miss Fletcher, Pittsburgh, Kane, Miss Sam Collins, Hutchinson, Kane. After the program the hostess served a very tasty two course lunch assisted by Miss Griske Bell. The musical rental given at the M and O half Lodge the eighteenth by Millard Thomas and Lloyd Tyler was Light's commendable Lloyd's musical talent is very usual for a boy of his age. Benjamin Harrison, one of Senator Carey's experienced ice mat walks around like a million as his home has lately been beautified by a fine baby boy. Miss Grace Gathard of 115 West Avenue E., left June 17th to spend the summer with friends in Topeka. Harry Life and McCalep has opened a garage at Avenue F East and are doing quite well owing to the rainy weather. Mr Isaac Battler, a very prominent young man and a high school student, is doing quite a business in huckstering this year. Messrs Vernon T Watts and Oscar Holmes are figuring on making their future home at Sterling, Kan. Hutchinson has one colored girl working at a laundry, Mrs. Maud Thompson. Mrs Mary Glason left for Omaha, Nebr. Saturday morning to attend the funeral of her mother. Mrs. H C Parsons left a few days ago for her home at North Yakima, Washington, after an extended visit with friends. The C M charm will give their children's day exercises Sunday, June 30th Johnson County has just closed at Olathe, the county seat, perhaps the most successful Normal Institute in the history of the county. This up-to-date county is taking the lead in educational affairs and her teachers Miss Emma Skinner is in the last year of her second term as County Superintendent of schools, and under her strong and enthusiastic leadership, the teachers and schools of the county have experienced a decided advancement along all lines. A year or more ago the Legislature passed a law requiring an examination in agriculture as one of the requirements for securing a teacher's certificate. For some years previous to the enactment of this law, this requirement was left optional with the County Superintendents. Recognizing the advantage her teachers in the rural schools would have by a knowledge of the Elements of Agriculture, Miss Skinner wisely introduced the study of this important branch in all the schools of Johnson County, and included it as one of the requirements of her teachers in securing a certificate, thus leading the other counties of the State, and anticipating the action of the State Legislature by almost two years. Sapt C. M. Ware, formerly of the Olathe schools, but recently elected as Superintendent of the Wellington city schools, served as instructor in mathematics and grammar; Supt. A. W. Ault, of the Kingman schools, instructor in history and physiology; Supt. Gen A. Allen, Jr., of the Erie schools, instructor in orthography, methods and civics; Prof. H. E. Skinner, head of the science department in the Cherokee County High school, instructor in geography, agriculture and reading; Miss Della Van Amburgh, of the Kansas City schools and author of the Primer used in the Kansas schools, instructor in primary methods and model schools; Mrs. Mary L. Simmons, Professor of Home Economies in the Kansas State Agriculture College, instructor in domestic science and art; Prof. Melvin S Bushhong, for many years instructor in music in the Olathe City schools, had charge of music. The methods work done in the Model school, in charge of Miss Amburgh, proved of exceptional interest and profit to all, especially to our primary teachers. This model school was composed of twenty-four pupils between the ages of five and seventeen. In addition to her classwork, Miss Van Amburgh also gave a very interesting and profitable lecture on Reading. The work of Mrs. Simmons in the Domestic Source and Art Department was another outstanding tenure of the Normal. These important subjects are becoming deeply important in all our schools and the instruction given by Mrs. Simmons was of a high class and greatly appreciated by our teachers. At the close of the Normal, the teacher in this class reported a special experience that the grades obtained might result to their future credit, thus showing their interest and progressiveness. The W. R. C. and the G. A. R. co- mandate of Oatle united with the Institute in observing Flag Day, June 11th. As appropriate program was given in the large High. school Auditorium which was enjoyed by not only the full body of teachers but, also, a large number of other citizens of Oatle and surrounding country. June 17th H I Kort, of Manhattan lectured before a large gathering on "Views of Rome." On the closing day of the Normal, resolutions were unanimously passed prate-worthy of the administrations of State Supt Parrish and County Sapt Miss Skinner and the work of each of the instructors. At the same time and place an organization of the Johnson County Teacher's Association for the coming year was perfected and the following officers elected; President, Miss Emma Skinner; 1st vice-president, Clarence Burbridge; 2nd vice-president, Ida Flaherty; secretary, Kate Craperter and treasurer, Lucie Ewing MAPLE HILL, KAN. be a number from Paxico the Children's program. The amount raised percises was $500, which for home missionary, Earl Cranshaw, of RI, and the program here on at the First Ch B. C. Duke preached $2 Edd Farrar took a star Sunday morning and the fourth Sunday in new from here attend Paxico Saturday e was not much of a succ of the weather. Frank Anderson, of RI Saturday and sunday will be a rally the in July. Everyone is come and bring their and those that have We want to raise $10 the benefit of paying D. Welch and childs her sister at Paxico. We will be a supper her Everyone is invited to I have plenty to eat at church. K. D. Officer and son trip here Tuesday George Stanley and died on No. 35 from sended the program and ives. Scott, of Paxico, was to church. J. J. James and Chari Wabaunsee Sunded B. Glen spent Tuesday day in Topcha. LAWRENCE KAN Lena Hines is visiti Mrs. Geo. King. H. V. Walburn spent Kansas City last week member of Lawrence pre the State Federation last week. All report TONGANONIE, KAN. Mrs. Celia Morris, of Kansas City, spent Sunday with her mother, Mrs. E. Reynolds. She was accompanied by her friend Mr. Oscar. Mrs. C. James, and daughter Estherne, have returned home, after spending the week's end with relatives at Leavenworth. Mrs. Mary Hicks spent Sunday with her daughter, Mrs. B. Harvey of Houston. She was accompanied by Maria, Dolla, Raby and Raymond Hicks and Estherne James. Mr. Erect Copeland, of Lawrence, visited Wm. James Sunday. Meghan Demery, Lyon, Larkford and Pettison had quite a joy ride from Lawrence here Sunday. Mrs. G. Collins stopped over to visit her sister, Mrs. J. C. Caldwell, Jr., on her way from Topcha to Leavenworth. Mrs. A. Sweerey and Mrs. L. Hinden were visiting friends in town one day last week. Miss Maheli Carter was up from Lawrence visiting friends last week. Mr. Robert Hilderbrandt was wonderfully surprised Saturday evening on returning home from work about 8:30 and finding the house decorated with a pink and white spider web. While discussing the subject there entered about twenty-five of their friends to celebrate his 31st birthday. After playing a number of games and being served to a four course luncheon by Mrs. Hilderbrandt and hunting the end of the spider web, they departed wishing Mr. Hilderbrandt many happy birthdays. Those present were Mr. and Mrs. H. Elliott, Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Jarrett, Misses Madre and Estella Jarrett, Mr. and Mrs. Arthur James, Misses Florence and Edna Hicks, Messrs. John and Clim Nichols, Henry and Charlie Hicks, Ray and Wm. Reynolds, Arthur Woods, Elvin Frazier, Wm. Gideon, Wm. Hawkins B. Roffle, Earl Carper, Robert Miller, Ben. Matthews, C. James. They left Mr. Hilderbrandt some very useful presents. Euclid chapter No. 23, O. E. S. Installed the following officers; Mrs. Clara Mitchel, royal matron; Mrs. Mattie Young, associate matron; Mrs. Bertha R. Cooper, treasurer; Mrs. Delia S. Smith, secretary; Mr. William Smith, royal patron, Mrs. Matilda Allen, Warder and other appointed officers. BARTLESVILLE, OKLA. Battle Matthew Johnson, ap. died of whooping cough, at 12:29 a.m., after being at eight days. Funeral held at the house by Rev. Jones, and the interment with the Rose cemetery. Mr. and Johnson have the sympathy in this hour of bereavement. Matthew was a favorite to friends everywhere. Retta Boyd left last week extended trip in Kansas and after a prolonged visit to relatives and friends. Nelle Williams is indie week. A. P. Hopkins left the week for Coffey men; at the latter place she her mother who is ill. Irene Evans and mother of Pittsburg, were viii last week. David Morrison Sunday, Ryville. John Williams is on the Baptists are holding proecting at their church, of St. Gibson and Rev. Coffey assisted in lungs last week. Hudson and Mr. McFall have moved their fa on spoiled the prospects game between the Battles and the team from Joplin the Danbail Literary had a suitable meeting last Thursday. Besides a number of corps, restations and musical the question for discussion at can we as Negries do to our condition in the U.S.? There are enough colored milleville succeeding in busi- the great prejudice and antigues here, to organize a league. This league could publish much good for the co-c here; bring our own own as lecturers, send a deli the National League this su- make Bartlesville a more o place to live in. Every colored man or woman community should subscribe Negro paper, not only to start a Negro enterprise, but in touch with who our le- and women are, and what is doing LINCOLN, NEBR. Mrs. Lulu B. Moore returned a week from Atchison, when ended Grand Court. Mr. and Mrs. Jeff. McWilliam ended home from Denver W. after enjoying a himemoo. Rena Mosley went to a Kan. Last Monday to visit-in-law, Mrs. Mosley aint the marriage of Miss N. nie was given in the City park under the auspices of Mt. Zion Baptist Sunday school. It was well patronized. Quite a number of visiting ministers and delegates are here to attend the Omaha District Conference which convenes here this week. Atchison, Kan. Friday of this week. Mr. Frank Williams died at his home, 1233 U Street, Sunday at 9.05 a.m., after an illness of about seven months. Mr. Williams during his entire illness was very cheerful and seem to have a pleasant word for all who visited him. His friends, both white and colored, were grieved when announcement of his death was made, though hourly expected. Mr. Williams was formerly a member of the 9th Cavalry; was an employee of B. Q. M. Ry. Co. for a long time and at the time of his death was president of Past Times club. The deceased leaves a devoted wife, who certainly did her part during his sickness, two songs and a host of friends to mourn his demise. Deceased was Catholic in faith as the Priest attended him closely. The funeral will be attended in the Cathedral, 11th and K Streets, Wednesday at 3 p. m. Lebannon lodge 126 A. F. and A. M., was held in the A. M. E. church last Sunday and was preached by Dr. May of Mt. Zion Baptist church. The words he spoke were full of thought and had a tendency to teach many a lesson to the thinking mind. The craft all expressed themselves as being pleased with the sermon. Lebannon lodge, 20, A. F. and A. M., held a Masonic Installation in their hall last Friday night and the following officers were installed for the ensuing year: Arthur L. Williams, W. M.; Dr. H. A. Longdon, S. W.; Henry M. Williams, J. W.; John L. Wright, treasurer; Willis W. Mosley, secretary; Major Moore, Chapain; John Galbrath and William Woods, S. and J. D.'s.; Geo. Maston and James Murry, S. S.; John Williams, Tyler. Light refreshments were served. ELWOOD, KAN. Mr. Robert Gorman and Miss Freda Smith were united in marriage at the A. M. E. church Thursday evening. The auto bearing the bride and groom arrived at 8 p.m. and in a few moments Miss Allie Barclay began praying the wedding match. Four beautiful little flower maids came in first dropping flowers along the way, then the bridesmaid and the groom followed by the best man and bride matched up to the altar, Rev. T. B. J. Barclay officiating. The groom presented the bride with a very hard-one wedding ring. After the marriage the guests went to the bride's home where a most elaborate wedding supper was served. This was the first marriage at any of our churches. Coverings were spread for 100 friends and relatives. The parents of the bride and groom spared no pain or expense to show their interest in the welfare of the couple. Ms. and Mrs. Gorman are among the best young people, both are Christians, and we hope for them a happy voyage over the matrimonial sea. The presents were many, consisting of a fine extension table and over 100 value in other presents. The church was beautifully decorated with flowers and ferns. Sunday was a big day at the A. M. H. church. A large crowd was pre- sented at 11 a.m. at which time the pastor preached. Dinner was served all. The pastor was called to Wathena to preach the Annual sermon for the U. B. I. lodge. Rev. McCulloch was left in charge and preached a fine sermon. At 8 p. m. Rev. Williams returned and preached to a crowded house. The collection for the day was $25,00. Rev. Batclay, wife and daughter, Allie Walker, will leave tomorrow for Lincoln to attend the District Conference and S. S. convention. FORT SCOTT, KAN. Dr. J. W. Brown, who has just completed in veterinary surgery at K. S. A. C., is home to spend vacation and will practice here during the summer. In the fall he will leave for Tuskegee, Ala., where he will have charge of the Agricultural Department of the school. Mrs Fannie Crawford, an aged resident of the city, died Friday morning at her home of paralysis. The funeral was held Sunday morning from A. M. E. church conducted by Rev. J. M. Brown. ee ae ate h ic Fi ——- SS & (