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TOPEKA PLAINDEALER Yesterday, Western University, Quindaro, Held the Grandest Commencement in the School's History! --- COATSVILLE BETRAYED! Local White Editor Says Stories of Assault on White Women by Colored Men are Rank Falsehoods. Historical Society State House Fifteenth Year. No. 23. Yesterday, West COATSVILLE Local White Editor Say sault on White Won Men are Rank F (Coatesville Times, May 20, 1913.) It will be two years on August 13th since Chester county was disgraced with one of the most fiendish crimes in the history of American civilization, When Zack Walker, Southern Negro, who had murdered Officer Rice and then attempted to kill himself, was dragged in a half conscious condition from the hospital, where he had been sent for treatment, and burned at the stake in East Fallowfield township, a short distance south of this borough. Purpose in the False Stories. The injury such sensational statements have done Coatsville can never be computed. The youngest child in the town today cannot possibly live years enough to outlive the disgrace which has been cast upon our town and people by such slanderous reports —yes, generations yet unborn will live to hear Coatsville spoken of in derision, on account of the disgrace those would treacherously betray its fair name have cast on it. The Latest False Story. Only this week a sensational story has been sent broadcast of the fiendish crime of TWO NEGROES in this town on Wednesday night, that shows to what extent unscrupulous writers will ply their art to create racial prejudice to stir up strife and cast odium on a community. It is impossible to conceive of more false or sensational accounts of a crime than that published in the Press and Ledger yesterday of a crime which is alleged to have taken place in this borough on Wednesday night. We do not pretend to say that a crime was not committed by someone; but if there is a man or woman with any knowledge of the attending circumstances whose mind is so clouded, and whose discernment is so dense that they can bring themselves to believe it was the work of TWO BFUTAL NEGROES, or that the highly-colored published reports of the crime are true, such a one is a fit person for an insane asylum, and a commission should be taken out for them at once. When the story of the alleged crime was first told in Coatsville, a few hot-headed persons were ready to swear vengeance on "BRUTAL NEGROES" but it soon fell flat as the people began to unravel it and draw their various conclusions. The stories of the crime were so illogical and bore so many ear-marks of falsity—in so far as NEGROES participated in it, that it was laughed to scorn, and no sensible person gave it the slightest credence. Many of the nauseating details of the alleged crime are too disgusting to go into; but let us just suggest a few of the conflicting circumstances. Why Colored Could Not Have Been It is safe to say there were at least FIVE THOUSAND persons in the vicinity of the circus grounds when the crime alleged to have been committed. Chief of Police Umstead, we are told, was in the circus tent at the time, and Officer Miller knew at If the story credited to Miller is correct, why didn't he notify his chief at once, and have a posse organized to search for the criminals? Why didn't he at least report the crime to police headquarters the next morning, WHICH HE DID NOT DO? Why did not Officer Miller, the girl's escort, the girl's parents, or the girl herself, summon the services of a physician that night if she were in a mutilated, hysterical and nervous condition she has since been reported? Why was it that a physician was not summoned at least by the next morning instead of her stating to a newspaper reporter that she intended to walk up town and consult a physician in the afternoon? Why did not the family of the girl report the alleged crime to the Chief of Police Wednesday night, or Thursday morning when he was walking up and down Main street, and could have easily been found? No, none of these things were done. but the polson sent broadcast of the lawlessness in Coatsville has done its work before the world. The true story of the alleged crime will never overtake the columns of falsehoods which have been published. Let us hope that after the August grand jury has finished its work, and the "statutes of limitation" will stop any further prosecutions being brought against the fiends who conceived or carried out the crime of lynching Zack Walker, that there will be no further need for the manufacturing of sensational "rot" of the crimes of "Brutal Negroes" in this borough, and that the fair name of Coatsville will cease to be held up to the scorn and derision of the civilized world. SPIRITUAL ADVANCEMENT OF THE NEGRO RACE. A race's right to live is determined by the progress or lack of progress it makes. All real progress is based primarily upon spiritual development and a tendency to spiritual development is as common to the nature of man as are the natural appetites of physical beings. We can trace this influence from the very beginning of days to the present advanced and highly developed condition of human activities. It exists in every civilized race and determines the character of it. Religion, music, art, poetry; these are the great levers by which man is raised from the depths of savagery to the heights of civilization; from the valleys of humiliation and despair to the hilltops of faith and hope. The Negro in ante bellum days believed in conversion or regeneration. There were no religious orders devoted to his conversion; no movements on the part of his captors to convert him from heathenism; but in the various, irregular ways he caught a suggestion of the Christian life, which met with an enthusiastic and ready response, because it relieved his overburdened soul and satisfied his longings as nothing else could do. In the time of bondage, the Negro knew no such thing as church organization. It is true that a large percentage of the race felt a religious impulse, but there was no organized effort to achieve widespread results. Rather, their worship was a blind seeking after something that in some far-off distant day would give rest to the tired soul and body, wormout with earthly burdens. But even then, the spiritual seed was planted and after fifty years of hard labor it has grown to a fruitful tree and we can reap the benefits of it. Now in the United States the Negro has a higher average of church membership than the other races, and constitutes one-fifth of the numerical strength of all Protestant denominations. His religious progress has been phenomenal. It would be difficult to find its parallel in the whole history of missions. Over a million of these people are to be found within the communion of the Baptist churches. Considerably more than a million are within the Methodist churches, while thousands are to be found in the Presbyterian, Congregational, Christian, and others of the evangelical denominations. Several independent Negro denominations are supporting foreign missions in Africa, conducted by their own men and means. This fact is a strong evidence of the Negro's spiritual development. The supreme vital test submitted to a people claiming advancement is whether that people is willing to help others to rise. No people take a greater pride in their churches or give so large a share of their means to support them. The church furnishes the broadest field for the exercise of talent and is a field in which the Negro has shown superior executive ability. At the time of the emancipation the Negro had no church edifices. His places of worship were in the back pews and upper galleries of the white churches, in his own cabin or in God's out-of-doors, with nothing but a tree or the sky for a shelter. Now, within a half cen- TOPEKA, KANSAS, FRIDAY MORNING JUNE 6, 1913. tury, he has erected about 24,000 edifices, valued at more than forty-five million dollars, with a seating capacity of six million human beings. He is connected with every denomination worthy of a place in the catalogue of organizations and in every one of these organization he has established and built schools, colleges, universities, seminaries and hospitals. No one can study the record of the Negro in the material and spiritual development of the church without according him a high place in the religious life of the nation. Moreover, in slave time, a Negro minister was rarely to be found, practically all the preaching being done by the white ministers. But now the Negro church everywhere has its own pastor and there is no more remarkable body of men in America than these Negro ministers who guide the people in the ways of truth and righteousness. It is extremely difficult to measure the advancement or to estimate the weight and quality of the good that has been done. No people have made greater advancement in Christian and moral character. On every hand is revealed the Negro's Christian virtues, of meekness and of humility, He marries according to law, rears his family in a home of culture and morality and reaches up with divine aspirations to the ideal perfections of human nature. Wherever Christian education has reached the Negro it has awakened in him a taste for the true, the beautiful and the good. This may be seen in the high plane of living of many of them. Christian homes are being built up, decorated with the beauties and improvements of art. Large libraries and music halls are being rapidly established. Already the poems of Dunbar, the essays of Miller, the music of Johnson, and the paintings of Tanner are the property of the nation and the world. No other race can boast of such rapid advancement in so short a time. It was the consolation of religion that solaced and sustained the Negro slave under burdens as heavy as any human race has ever been called upon to bear. It was the manifestation of the religious spirit that gained for him the sympathy and confidence even of his oppressors and played no small part in effecting his emancipation. And just as religion played a very important part in the life of the Negro slave so will it help the Negro freeman to solve the problems confronting him. All there is of hope for the Negro in this country rests upon a healthy moral and religious development. And judging from the advancement made in a half century of freedom we feel confident that his continued progress is assured. D. DOLORES WEST. (This is the second article of a series on "Race Progress in Fifty Years."—Editor.) NEGROES SURPASS WHITES! From Zero to First Place in Fifty Years—Negro Public School Ranks First in Entire System Numbering Forty. The above fact was made public at the closing exercises of Sumner High school last week, when Dg. Fulton, member of the board of education told how Prof. A. J. Neely, supervising principal of Negro schools, had brought the Douglass school to the top of the list of all the schools in Kansas City, Kansas. Dr. Fulton complimented Mr. Neely for his splendid work and owes him a new suit for his accomplishments. The Douglass school is the largest Negro public school in the state, having fifteen teachers and an attendance of 750 pupils. With this crowded condition, Miss Harlan deserves the highest praise. With an average of one teacher to fifty pupils, something a white principal would not stand for and still out from the handicaps and inconveniences, the Negro school stands at the head of the list. JAPAN SEEKS FRIENDLY Boston Guardian: We republish the following article on the Japanese-California case as deep and illuminating: Toklo, May 24—Dr. J, Ingram Bryan, editor of a Japanese magazine in Toklo, writing on the possibilities growing out of the California anti- Distinguished Educator Visits Kansas Friends. JOHN H. HARRIS Dr. William Tecumseh Vernon. Kansas has been honored this week by a visit from Dr. W. T. Vernon, president of Campbell College, Jackson, Miss. Dr. Vernon is an educator of national reputation, and it was he that built Western University at Quindaro, and was for four years registrar of the United States treasury. Dr. Vernon's school in the South is one of the great schools of the A. M. E. church and the race. over four hundred studs greatly assisting in solving problem. Dr. Vernon is one of platform orators in America preacher and it is predi will some day be one of of the church he serves and well. Kansas is p Vernon. Kansas made ways has a warm welc eloquent son. alien land ownership legislation, says it is fast coming to be understood by the nations of the world, that racial rivalry is going to be the crucial international problem of the future, if it is not already sufficiently pressing to demand solution. The prospects at present are that the contest will be between the East and the West, between the so-called yellow races and the white, Dr. Bryan says, and there is an equal certainty that Japan will be the leader of the hosts from Asia. His article continues: Owing to the enormous annual increase of population, Japan is now face to face with the problem of finding an outlet for her surplus, and this she must do either by emigration or extension of territory. In choosing which of these means she will adopt it is probable Japan will turn in the direction of least resistance, but what that direction is, who can say? It is safe to say that Japan's chief hope at present lies in an extension of empire in a friendly way; that is by purchasing land for her immigrants. Land acquired by Japanese in foreign countries is Japanese land and may be looked upon as a peaceful extension of empire. Japan's present polic, then, is territorial extension by purchase, such as she is at present adopting in South America. If she must find room for her people this seems to her the most practicable way of doing it. The ambition of Japan is to meet and mingle with the Anglo-Saxon peoples, and it is altogether unlikely that she will continue to endure the attitude of restriction to freedom of intercourse now placed upon her by the white race. The United States has a population of honor and dignity as well as of racial and territorial nencessity. Including Japan and Korea the popo of not more than 100,000,000, and the country could easily support fifteen times that number. If America could boast the same birth rate as Japan, as Mr. Rossevelt desires, she would have a population of 400,000,000 in 100 years, and no less than 1,600,000,000 in 20 years. According to present prospects E. church and the race. They have over four hundred students and are greatly assisting in solving that perplexing problem. Dr. Vernon is one of the greatest platform orators in America; eloquent preacher and it is predicted that he will some day be one of the Bishops of the church he serves so faithfully and well. Kansas is proud of Dr. Vernon. Kansas made him and always has a warm welcome for her eloquent son. America will never attain this goal without the help of Japan and East Asia. And as the races of the East are determined to have an outlet, just as England has, and just as Germany is determined to have, it would seem more prudent to adjust the scheme of intermingling as peacefully as possible. Whether Japan and China will find vent for their congesting populations peacefully depends altogether on the attitude of the so-called superior races now occupying most of the sparsely peopled portions of the earth. If Japan is forced to choose between congestion and forcible expansion she will have little hesitation in deciding. If the races of the earth are willing to live and let live there is plenty of room for all. But if greedy and selfish races are going to treasure up unoccupied holdings for a posterity, yet unborn, and with little or no prospect of being born, then there is going to be trouble. Progressive Rainbow Receptions. A TRIUMPH OF IMMACULATE GOWNS AND CUT GLASS. Wednesday afternoon, June 4, 1913 was a day that will long be remembered in the circles of Topeka's uppercrust, and the "Progressive Rainbow Receptions" set the pace for all future events. It was an afternoon in honor of Miss Arnicholas Chiles, who becomes a bride June 11. The decorations of red and green were pretty, appropriate and very tasty in arrangement. In the center of the table was a miniature lake in which gold fish flitted here and there giving the boat, bearing a little bride and groom, a motion that made it look life-like. It was beautiful to behold—marvelous in conception and cunningly executed. Gaily bedecked autos, hacks and Price $1.50 Per Year. feminine finery lent grandeur to the rich effect produced by the scene. The plans and specifications of the immaculate gowns showed the craftsmanship of a modern architect and the skilled land of a master builder. The luncheon was palatable and keenly relished. The place cards were clovers of the four leaf species plucked from nature's own bountiful garden, and the favors were little doll brides, and between the great folding doors, red and green hearts were suspended. Truly, it was a pretty affair and one that was highly enjoyed by the participants. --- Act 2, scene 2, opened and closed at the magnificent and well appointed residence of Mrs. Thaddeus P. Martin, 1026 Buchanan street, who was ably assisted by Mrs H. R. Ole and Mrs. Logan Campbell. Here the decorations showed at and skill, and the whole place was a wilderness of cut flowers, potter plants, palms, sweet peas, etc. Over the tables was a cunning piece of mesh work depicting the rainbow in all of its fascinating colors, and a better imitation of nature's handwork would be impossible. Suspended from this were half moons and at each end of a rainbow, hung the mythical bag of gold. This was Mrs. Martin's first time to entertain since her arrival from down East more than four years ago, and with this event marked a new departure in the art of entertaining, and the leaders of the "cutglass set most gracious bowed in acknowledgement. The hand painted rainbow place cards were very pretty and appropriate; sweet peas were used as favors. The bride-elect was presented with a beautiful corsage bouquet. The luncheon was in keeping with the unique arrangement shown throughout, and it was greatly relished. Mrs. Martin is an ideal hostess. Her style, manner and highly cultivated taste for the finer things in art are indeed a valuable acquisition to society. --- Mrs. John M. Wright and Mrs. L. C. Clark, 1414 Western avenue, furnished the stage setting for scene 3, act 3 and while it marked the closing scenes of the prettiest drama ever staged in the way of entertaining, it was by no means the least. The decorations consisted of pink and white hearts and cut flowers, and aided by their artiste touch, made one of the prettiest and most unique scenes of the entire series of entertainments. Throughout the time, Miss Josephene Cunningham, a talented young musician furnished music. The numerous cut flowers, imported table linen etc., reminded one of the scenes of beauty depicted in story books—the wierd tale of an idol dreamer. Favor cards were designs of brides; girls looking forward to the happy day were required to write their wish to the bride-elect, which were collected and presented to the honored guest, who will preserve them in the archives of her home until her daughters are grown and promise some happy youngster that they will assist in lighting the fires, etc., when they will be taken from their dust-covered hiding place and read for their edification. The menu and serving was the feature of the affair, and not only were Mrs. Wright and Mrs. Clark proclaimed ideal hostesses, but artists in the line of preparing things that are palatable, appeasing and good. I.S. THEY DIDN'T KNOW IT. The American people did not repudiate Theodore Roosevelt because the charge of being a drunkard had been made against him. Many people had not heard of the charge until his suit started, and very few knew that he did handle and drink as much of the stuff as he admits he does, until he had given his testimony before the Marquette court. FOUND A SOLUTION. The Japanese have found in the Fourteenth Amendment to the constitution of the United States a pinnacle for their trouble with the anticleric land bill in California, and unlike the Negroes in the United States, they take a way and manner of making folks respect their own laws. . PASSING COMMENT BY JOHN M. DORSEY. Bishop Walters and the colored Democracy are having troubles of their own. It seems that there are so many anxious ones seeking places at the pie counter among the whites that the colored brother has but little show. Hope, however, rests still within the breasts of the faithful. Many of the Bull Moose organs in Kansas were loud in their exclamations of honor and disapproval of the charge that Teddy got drunk. They claimed a perfect knowledge of his complete abstinence from booze, but the colonel's admissions that he does drink prove these Kansas followers false in their claims, and before they are dead and forgotten they may learn a few others of the supposed good traits of the colonel are as far from the truth as this drinking claim. As Congress grinds away on the tariff measure, the business interests of the country are becoming more and more worried over the results. If the Democrats are leary of the thing it is perfectly plain that the people to be affected ought to feel a little alarmed. If the Democratic party in Congress would go at the tariff measure like a carpenter in building a house, with assurance and confidence, there probably would be less worry than the daily-daily tactics now going on at Washington. --- The harmony meeting Tuesday was productive of much good, in fact, more than can be realized until next year. The fact that all the Progressives in the state and all the Republicans were not in Topeka signifies no part of failure of the meeting. The meeting was called as a representative meeting and if reports were true there were representatives here from all sections of the state. Naturally no one surmised for a minute that the leaders in the lost cause of Mooslann would be here, for they have declared their alliance with the Republican party forever severed, but the rank and file of the voters are in for one more thumping of Democracy, and then they can die in peace and harmony with all mankind. No true Republican could possibly die in peace as things were left last year. Some writer, who possesses more knowledge than the ordinary human, says that Japan can't fight. If Mr. Bryan, President Wilson or even the Teddymoose, the mighty, had had such an idea, this writer would not now need to be writing opinions—the fact would have been established as between Japan and the United States. There are not one hundred white people in the whole wide world today who believed that Russia, the monarch of nations, would have had to call her attempt to thrash Japan a war. Most of them considered Japan just a breakfast spell, but when the army of Russia was engulfed in defeat, all eyes turned to the magnificent navy of the Russians and their hearts filled with glee as they pictured the downfall of the Japanese before the mighty squadron, but alas the ocean's bed proved the resting place for this great and powerful life destroying aggregation, and the funny part of the whole matter the Russians never saw the Japanese fleet. So, all who believe that the Japs can't fight, take warning. --- Generally nothing travels faster than false reports. The people of Coatesville, Pa., who disgraced that burg two years ago, are still in the "dumps" on account of the lynching by burning of a Negro, and now, in order to overcome some of the calamny into which they plunged themselves, they are striving to poison the mind of the world against the colored people thereabouts. The dirty work of some writer there trying to conceal a story of inhuman treatment of a white girl by TWO NEGROES was so ridiculously false that it got outside of Coatesville only by the denial by the people who are really fit to be outside an asylum. Evidently Coatesville needs something to bring it out of the "dumps," but treachery and falsehood will not prove the means. If they can get the world to believe they are more than common things, thieves and red-handed murderers, let them get the guilty scoundrels who burned Jack Walker, the actual partisan, and hang them by the neck until dead. Hundreds of them know their dogs. Until this is done Coatesville will ever remain. Rev H. D. Jackson, of Kansas City, Mo. was in Bethle Sunday and occupied the pulpit at the Oak Ridge Pentit church in his home Mrs. Bea Turner of Argentine. valted her aunt, Mrs. Samuel Walker on Saturday. The funeral services of Mr. William' Dunn, Sr., who died after an illness of eight months on Sunday evening, May 25, was held from the First Baptist church in Kansas City Decoration Day afternoon. The Rev. Bowren, pastor the church conducted the services, which was very appropriate for the occasion. Mr. Dunn was an old soldier, a life long devout Christian, one of the old settlers of Wyandotte county, and an organization member of the First Baptist church. Bethel loses in Mr. Dunn one of her most valued and worthy citizens. Mesdames Tolliver Thompson and Samuel Walker, visited at Edwardsville Sunday. Messrs James R. and William Dunn, Jr., of Chicago, attended the funeral of their father last week. Miss Ruth Thompson has returned home to Kansas City after a few days stay with her sister, Mrs. George Dunn. Mr. Jos. Crockett, of Kansas City, was in Bethel Sunday visiting his daughters, Misses Martha and Ann and Paralee Crockett. Mrs. Mildred Porter, of Kansas City, was the guest of her mother, Mrs. Mary Weathers Sunday. Mrs. Dennis Thompson, entertained Sunday evening Misses Annabel and Ellora Scott and Misses Lessie, Davie and Ida Porter of Loma Vista. Mrs. Hattie Carson, of Kansas City, Mo, has been visiting her mother, Mrs. Rhoda Spruell. EMPORIA, KANSAS. One of the prettiest affairs of the season was the second annual May party given by the Rho Tau Girls, of Emporia, May 29th at the Annuity hall. The hall was beautifully decorated with club colors, green and white. Palms, rugs and pillows were in abundance and pennants adorned the walls. Every nook and corner displayed the exquisite taste of these young ladies. Creme de ment punch was served throughout the evening, which brought out the color scheme and even the tiny electric bulbs were in enchanting harmony, casting mellow shades of delicate green. Entrancing music was furnished by the Copeland orchestra. A large number of guests were present, among whom were Chlora Polk and Mr. Floyd of Lawrence, Miss Ruth Scott, Mr. Odell, Rhodes and McAdoo of Topeka and Mr. Jesse Williams, of Atchison. Favors for the gentlemen were cigarettes and tiny flags were given the ladies. The Rho Taus have been delightfully entertained during the past few weeks with a series of social functions. A slumber party was given by Miss Mayne Elliott was the crowning event of the season. A sumptuous five course repast was served in true Eastern style. The party continued the entire evening and the guests were served excellent 8 o'clock breakfast. Flashlight pictures were taken of the party. Music for the evening was furnished by an orchestra from Kansas City. Pillow fights ensued and various other amusements. Every moment was pleasantly spent due to the efficient efforts of the charming hostess. Miss Ellhott also gave a reception in honor of Miss Cassie Fleming, of Colorado Springs. The affair was unique as it was delightful. The color scheme of yellow was carried out in harmony with Miss Fleming's gown which was a beautiful creation of yellow chiffon over satin. Orange ice and orange cake were served. Miss Carrie Davis entertained with a delightful three course luncheon and a line party to the Air-Dome theatre where the guests witnessed a four act comedy. All enjoyed the evening immensely. The girls enjoyed a good old fashioned supper that brought back memories of the "good things mother used to cook," and visions of "home sweet home," given by Mrs. McMillan. It was most enjoyable in every detail. Mrs. Reeves entertained the Rho Tau with an elegant five course breakfast Sunday morning. Two of the sweet girl graduates, Miss Elsie Catter and Miss Alice Rogers were present. Mrs. Reeves is an excellent cook as well as an entertainer and to say that the morning was spent delightfully, puts it but mildly. A Correction from Hutchinson, Kas. Enter Phandealer; By the author- ity of the G. A. C. club, I would like to correct the error in last week's paper stating there had been an arrangement in the G. A. C club for a past two or three weeks. I would be with the G. A. C club is run- ing smoothly and nice and no argument has come up in our the members ask that this not be published in order to right the misleading statement at last week. MRS. S. CALANDER, Pres. MRS. PRED DOUGLAS, Sec. MAKING THE LITTLE FARM PAY MAKING FARM W HEN a man or woman has decided to own a little farm there are a few salient points that need careful run sidereation These are cost, improvements, nearness to town, transportation facilities and neighborhood The investment may not be of first importance With many persons the tone of the neighborhood would be considered first, and rightly so The matter of location has to be carefully considered by any one who proposes to continue city employment In such case the land will cost about $200 an acre This would be the average price for a twenty acre tract thirty to forty miles from a large city If farming is to be the sole occupation a person can afford to go to the more inland sections, where land is obtain- able at from $50 to $100 an acre. In no case is it wise to go more than three or four miles from a good railway town. A fair estimate of the necessary investment is as follows: Twenty acres of land ..... $200 Buildings ..... 100 Six cows ..... 30 Team of mares ..... 50 Pigs and poultry ..... 50 Vehicles and implements ..... 50 Seed, feed and incidentals ..... 100 There are nice little improved farm of forty, fifty or eighty acres to be picked up at $2,000 to $5,000, including good dwellings and other buildings. The location would not be suitable for a city man who had to go back and forth every day, but otherwise they would fill the hill. In buying such a place as this one Every well used day on the farm right now means many dollars in the fall. When the weather will not permit outdoor work the planters, cultivators, etc. ought to have attention, putting them in condition for later work TO GET AT THE HEIGHT. Simple Homemade Device That Is Used For the Calculation. Having this simple device, you can ascertain the height to a timber or burl, often of advantage in taking out timber, or can find the height to a desired thickness of the trunk, which is often TREE MEASURING DEVICE required in cutting telephone or telegraph poles of equal length and thickness of top, says the Orange Judd Farmer, from which plotter and desCRIPTION are taken. Take two straight pieces of wood, A A, fifteen inches long; fasten together at exact right angles and connect ends with the piece B, having a perfectly straight outer edge; fasten the horizontal stick with a bolt and thumb screw to a stake, C, three feet long. Select a point at approximately same distance from tree that the limb or other point is from the ground, set the strike upright in ground and fasten the triangle with one arm perpendicular and the other horizontal and poluted to the tree. Night across the diagonal stick at the height it is desired to measure. If the line of vision comes above move nearer the tree; if it falls below move back until the line of vision strikes the desired point. Then, making the allowance for irregularities of the ground, the distance from the stake to the tree will equal the height to the point sighted. Good Garden Advice. In many instances the yield of gardens can be increased by simply getting down a few inches deeper with fork or spade. The French gardeners can give Americans many lessons in this respect. The soil should be pulverized, but work should not be commenced too early. Plowing the ground while it is too wet will cause the soil to pack in soil lumps (good) and is often pulled in this manner - Farm Progress. Keep the Money Home. If it pays little, run quick growers to send withhold or subsidy paid across the town and after paying freight and a duty of 25 per cent ad valorem to sell it for present价 what would it pay some of our growers here? - Rural New Yorker Don't Forget the Wrensh A wire which is good thing to have along with the wire in the spring. Be forceful to of tension it to the beam with a short strap and handle. A wire will answer the purpose, too, but is apt to cut the point off the iron and mattte rest. By C. C. BOWSFIELD need not pay down more than one quarter of the purchase price. If a debt is over justifiable it is in a case where a man of moderate means is trying to do the best thing for his boys and girls and is determined to bring them up on a farm. It is always possible to rent a farm and that is the easiest way to get a start. By renting one is soon able to tell whether he is adapted to farm life or not. Nobody should begin this vocation with the idea that it is free from care and hard work. It does not call for drudgery, but the great essentials are industry, patience and intelligent management. To city people who know what farm life is and who are determined to go to the country I wish to say that conditions are the most favorable that they have ever been for making money from the soil. This is because cities have grown and good markets developed at a faster rate than agriculture has advanced. In these days a farmer who raises a diversity of articles such as town families have to buy for their tables has no trouble to sell all he can produce. Prices are high enough to afford satisfactory profits. It is only necessary to raise a variety of good products and to handle them with taste and skill. The cash is always ready. This is in reality a day of opportunity for the producer. With such an equipment as I have outlined the earning capacity of a twenty more farm well situated and skillfully managed is from $1,500 to $2,500 a year Set aside an acre for experi mental purposes this year. Then you can try out your new ideas and the likely suggestions you get from the papers and thus prove their fitness or unfitness for yourself.—I farm Journal DO YOU KNOW THIS BEAN? It's the Broad or English Variety. May Be Worth a Trial Here. The broad bean, known sometimes in this country as the English broad bean, is the common bean of Europe. Some authorities say it cannot succeed in the United States or continental Europe, being not well adapted to hot, dry summers, but it may be worth a trial. It grows well in England. The broad bean requires a heavy, rich and well drained soil. The plant is erect, two to four feet high, has thick angular stems, leaves with two to five oval leafers, flowers in clusters, generally white with black eyed wing Photograph by Long Island agricultural experiment station The pods are large and thick, and the beans are thick, flattened and generally angular The varieties and subvarieties in cultivation are numerous and variable The beans are grown both in the garden and field for forage and as human food The broad bean is an ancient plant, having been cultivated in Europe from remote times Makes a Dandy Knife. Do your folks need a good butcher knife? Hunt up an old flat file and take it to a blacksmith who understands tempering steel and have him make you one. It will outlast any knife you ever had if made right COCK-A-DOODLE-DOO! Shade must be provided for the fowls and the little chicks during the hot weather. As soon as it can be had give the bens some good fresh horn. If the sods are with the earth so much the better. 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THE PLAINDEALER FORTY ACRES of good sweet potatoe and watermelon land, locates four miles from Topeka FOR SALB This land will produce from 150 to $00 bushels of potatoes per acre and from $75.00 to $100.00 worth of melons per acre. Address. THE PLAINDEALER. Mrs. H. Farmier and Miss Mabel Johnson of this city were delegates from Clarinda, Iowa, to the Colored Women's State Federation which met at Davenport, Iowa. These ladies stand high in the social, moral and religious circles and are worthy of the respect and confidence reposed in them. Miss Johnson is a graduate of the Gravity Ihigh school, and a noble character and is loved by all who are fortunate to be on her list of acquaintances. She is an earnest Christian worker and is a member of the white M. E. church and stands high in its circles. She lives with her father and mother on a beautiful farm in which she takes great pride. Mrs. Farmier is a member of the Second Baptist church at Clarinda and is loyal and the community holds her in high esteem in and out of the church. --- Over Walk-Over Shoe Bun FOR SALE... A BARGAIN. GRAVITY, IOWA. ,27.50,$30rousers Accordingly. WICHITA, KANSAS. Wilson—Payne. Of special interest was the wedding of Miss Ida Wilson and Mr. L. A. Payne, Jr., of Garnett, Kansas, which was celebrated at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. H. F. Wilson, 523 N. Main street. The wedding service was performed by Rev. S. B. Butler of the Second Baptist church. The bride was robed in a white silk mulle gown over white silk, trimmed in shadow face, jewel trimmings. The groom was attired in a beautiful blue serge suit. A song was sung very sweetly and promisingly by Mrs. J. L. Harper, title "Oh, Promise Me!" The wedding march was played by Miss Louvenia Harper. Refreshments, consisting of ice cream, cake and strawberries were served. Those present were:—Rev. and Mrs. Butler, Mr. and Mrs. J. L. Harper, of the city; Mrs. J. A. Markham, of Independence, Kas.; Mr. Harold Markham and Miss Milred Markham of Independence, Kas. Many beautiful and useful presents were received. We wish them a happy and prosperous journey on the sea of life. BASE BALL AT IOLA. The Go-Devils fast team shut out the Elsmor white team Sunday by a score of 11 to 0. Harper of the Go-Devils pitched a wonderful game, allowing no hits and no bases on balls. Not a single man on the Elsmore team reached first base until one man was out in the ninth, the runner getting on the bag by a misjudged fly by the second baseman, but a minute later he was caught napping on first base and was thrown out. The Go-Devils fielded fine and everybody hit the ball. This is their ninth straight victory. --- PHONE 519 708 KANSAS AVE. COMMENCEMENT WEEK AT HAMPTON INSTITUTE. Hampton, Va.—Rev. Geo. T. Scott, associate chaplain at Hampton Institute, preached the baccalaureate sermon to the Hampton graduating classes. "By their fruits ye shall know them." This was Mr. Scott's text. His theme was the Senior motto: "Let Deeds Prove." He urged persistent and unselfish service to men. In the annual competitive drill for the Winston cup, a silver trophy originally given to Hampton by Major Thomas W. Winston, U. S. A., the prize was won by the company commanded by Bishop Brown, of Cuthbert, Ga. The Judges were Captain H. T. Matthews and Captain R. I. McKinley, both of Fortress Monroe. Interesting and exciting boat races in navy gigs were rowed on Hampton river. A silver cup was presented to the Junior Middler crew representing the Hampton day school. The annual band concert, under the direction of Professor William M. O. Tessmann, included classical and popular music. Class-Day exercises were held by the Agriculture, Business, Trade, and Academic classes. The Hampton certificates were presented by Dr George P. Phenix, vice principal of Hampton Institute. After several months of illness, Dr. Hollis B. Frissell, principal of the Hampton school, was able to address the Senior class and present the diplomas to the students. Dr. Frissell said: "We expect great things from you because you have had great opportunities. I do not think we shall be disappointed in you. I want you always to be glad and strong and courageous, no matter what happens, no matter what dsappointments you may have. I want you to remember what General Armstrong was so fond of saying about gaining advantages from our disadvantages." LAWRENCE. KANSAS. The Mens' League met Tuesday night with Mr. Mack Brown. Queen Esther Circle of the Warren Street Baptist church was entertained at the home of Miss Birdie Ellis. Leota Roberts, granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Overstreet, is suffering from a badly sprained ankle. We wish her a speedy recovery. Mr. Geo. Byrd, Mr. Jack Porter and wife and Rev. J. M. Brown went to Baldwin City last Sunday to attend the funeral of an old friend. Bishop H. Blanton Parks and Rev. J. M. Brown attended the commencement exercises at the Topeka Industrial Institute last week. Mrs. Newton of Beatrice, Nebr., has returned home after visiting her son, Mr. Clareuce Pierson. Mrs. King Adams entertained the Excelsior Att club at her home in North Lawrence. Last Sunday was quarterly meeting at St. James church and the meeting was well attended, considering the annual sermons and other meetings. The presiding elder, Rev. J. F. C. Taylor, was in the city and conducted the services. Mrs. Corn Yeager entertained the ladies of the Auxiliary Board Monday afternoon. The Girls' Embroidery club met with their president, Miss Ada Andrews, at the home of Mrs. Marla Henson. The girls have just organized and are doing nicely. Mr. Lawrence Walton and sisters, Edgatine and Hattie, of Leavenworth, spent the week-end in the city, the guests of Mrs. Lucy Brown. Miss Mary Strode and Mrs. James King were delegates to the Sunday School convention. Saturday evening last the doors of St. Luke A. M. E. church were thrown open to the graduates of the High school, those entering High school and the University graduates. The dining room was beautifully decorated with cut flowers and colors of pink and white. A nice program was rendered by the graduates and remarks by Rev. Brown and Dr. Harvey. Mrs. Craige and children of Washington are in the city, called here by MISSOURI PACIFIC IRON MOUNTAIN FORT SCOTT, PITTSBURG. WEBB CITY AND JOPLIN T the death of Mrs. Craige's father, Mr. Jason Moore. Miss Sallie Shepard of Kansas City, was the guest of Miss Mary J. Dillard last week. Mrs. Crutchfield of Garnett, is in the city visiting her daughter, Mrs. Joseph Bowler. The Auxiliary Board of St. Luke church met Monday afternoon with Mrs. Lulu Verder. The Sierra Leone club met with Mrs. Sophia Snowden. The Queen Esther circle of the Warren St. Baptist church met with Misses Hazel Schloss and Hazel Hurst on the 27th ult. Minutes of the last meeting were read and adopted. The visitors present were Miss Ora Carter, Mrs. Hannah Bartleson, Messrs. Lowell Mason, Joe Bowler, and Ben Ellis. After a dainty supper was served the club adjourned to meet Tuesday, June 3, with Miss Ethel Johnson at her home on Elm street. Hultz—Scott. On last Thursday afternoon at the residence of Rev. G. N. Jackson Miss Nadine Shultz and Mr. Karl Scott were united in the bonds of holy matrimony. We wish them a happy journey on life's sea. The "No Name" club of the First Baptist church, North Lawrence, was entertained last Friday afternoon by Mrs. Beulah Moore McCloud. We are sorry to note that Miss Cordelia Baker is seriously ill at this writing. The "Tua Haeta Beta" sorority was entertained last week by Miss Ora Carter. The Nickel Girls of the St. Luke A. M. E. church held their meeting last week at the church. The "Tua Heta Beta" sorority met Monday night, May 19, with Miss Birdie Ellis. Miss Judith Simms entertained the Queen Esther circle of the Warren St. Baptist church last Tuesday evening. The auxiliary board of the Warren St. Baptist church met with Mrs. Savannah Germany last Thursday afternoon. Mr. Mac Brown entertained the Men's League of the Warren St. Baptist church on Friday night of last week. Miss Marie Elliott of Emporia was the guest of Miss Carrie Davis for the "Tau Heta Beta" May party. Mrs. Albert Hughes left Sunday morning for Los Angeles, Calif., where she will spend the summer. Mrs. W. C. Brown, who has undergone an operation, is doing nicely. Miss Leota Roberts, who was injured while playing school, is improving. Rev. G. N. Jackson, pastor of the Warren St. Baptist church, held his rally on the third Sunday in May and $330 was the amount raised during the day. Mrs. Karl Scott entertained the members of the No Name club of the First Baptist church, North Lawrence, on Thursdoy evening of last week. A dainty two-course luncheon was serevd, consisting of cake and ice cream. Her guests were Mr. and Mrs. Joe Lapsy, Mr. and Mrs. Walter Peterson, Mr. and Mrs. Will Payne, Misses Verna Kleth, Lois Johnson, Rosy Laury, Essie Anderson, Alice Anderson, Addie Brown, Freeda McKissack, Mrs. Beulah Moore McCloud, Mrs. Nadine Hultz Scott, Mr. Karl Scott, Mr. Nelson McCloud, Mr. Ernest Cooper, Mr. Harry Letcher, Miss Florence Perry, Miss Rosetta Hultz, Mr. Horace Peterson, Miss Nellie Britton, Mr. Will Scott, Mr. Oliver Hultz and Mr. L. Hultz. Thee Lawrence High school boys entertained their girl friends with a picnic on Thursday of last week. A pleasant time was enjoyed. Their guests were Misses Edna Byrd, Goldie Jones, Bertha Byrd, Father Byrd, Marie Yates, Annie Salisbury, Mrs. Lucy Brown, Messrs. Wiley Thompson, Aldon Logan, Georgia Byrd, D. Logan, and Clarence Goodwin. Mr. Adam Salisbury spent the week end in Kansas City with his sister, Mrs. George Porter. CHANUTE, KANSAS. The Busy Bee club met with Mrs. Lonnie Hail on Thursday evening of last week and a great time was had in the work. The following were present: Miss Jolla Johnson, president; Mr. Henry Brady, secretary; Mrs. Grace Johnson, treasurer; Miss Willetta Davis, Mrs. Beatrice Hail, Miss Beulah Gaston, Miss Blanche Johnson, Miss Georgia Foster, Mrs. Belle Hail, Mr. James Cole, Mrs. Edna Cole, Mr. Nelson Dansforth, Miss Ina McDaniel Mr. Chester Hail, Mr. Richard Gaston, Mr. Ben Turner. A spelling match was the feature of the evening and Miss Georgia Foster and Miss Grace Johnson won the championship. A lovely two-course luncheon was served, the hostess being assisted by Miss Willetta Davis, Mrs. Georgie Foster. The next meeting will be with Mrs. Beatrice Hail. Mrs. Maddox is still on the slick list. Miss Etta Hail has returned home from college. Mrs. Cora Gates of Independence has been visiting relatives in Chanute and enjoyed her stay. Mrs. Frances Johnson is visiting in Emporia. Mr. Cecil Hail and Mr. Roy Johnson have returned from Iola where they visited. On Friday evening of last week the Masons entertained their friends with a program. Rev. Hammond addressed the audience. The attendance was very good and all certainly enjoyed the affair. Refreshments were served and the Masons showed that they know how to please. Mrs. Henry Hall is a visitor in the city. Mr. and Mrs. Reed of Oklahoma are in the city and expect to make this their home. They have purchased a beautiful residence in the north part of the city. Master Leonard Hall is learning the blacksmith trade. Mr. Brown is on the sick list. Mrs. Fletcher is on the mend again after a recent illness. Mrs. Harvey Martin is still improving after a serious sickness. Rev.J. W. Watson preached a noble sermon last Sunday night. The ladies of the K. P. gave an entertainment last week and had a very delightful time. They are doing an excellent work and putting forth every effort to make a success. Mrs. Louis Butler visited her son, last week, in Topeka. Mr. Jos. Morris is on the sick list. Born to Rev. Hammond and wife a fine baby. Mrs. Jerry Huil is some better. On Tuesday night of last week a very pleasant time was spent at the home of Mrs. Arthur Brown. YOUNG WOMEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION NOTES. KANSAS CITY, KANSAS. The Yates Young Women's Christian association, second floor of the building on 5th and State avenue, observed its first national holiday on May 30th. It was a real association day, with many visitors throughout the day. Prolinent among our early callers was Mr. R. B. DeFrantz the general secretary, who has successfully marshalled the forces under the banner of the Young Men's Christian association in Kansas City, Mo. The Yates Y. W. C. A. congratulates the citizens of color of Kansas City, Mo., Kansas City, Kansas, and Kansas and the vicinity who have counted it a privilege to give to the building fund of the Y. M. C. A. Mrs. E. A. Wilson was in charge of the "Galeda" Class, composed of eighteen young women of the Metropolitan Baptist Sunday school, who visited the Y. W. C. A. on Memorial day. Several young men responded to an invitation from the girls and were among our agreeable visitors. The latter, however, could not be persuaded to be photographed. The "Galedas" made a fine showing and Mrs. Wilson is justly proud of them. With one accord they spoke in endearing terms of Mrs. Wilson. The membership committee, Mrs. D. W. White, chairman, held its regular meeting on Monday of this week at 1 o'clock. The members decided to get busy, pledging to bring five members each to the association monthly, Mrs. A. G. Eskridge recorded the doings. Mrs. Flora St. Clair made suggestions and Mrs. Lauline Freeman made the closing prayer. The vesper service on Sunday was enjoyed by all who were present. Come and bring your friends on next Sunday. Our girls are going to help sing the Christian association song. Our Y. W. C. A. Bible class met on Monday evening of this week at the association rooms and enjoyed a very interesting session. Mrs Dovie Harpole was added to the class member- ship. We had one visitor who failed to enroll. The piano recital given recently at the A. M. E. church, Rev. Dr. J. R. Ransom, pastor, by the pupils of Mrs. L. C. Summers (under her direction), assisted by Mr. Fred J. Work, vocalist, resulted as follows Gross receipts..... $34.40 Expense..... 9.10 Net receipts to date..... $26.30 The association takes this opportunity to thank Mrs. Summers, her pupils, Mr. Work and our helpers who sold tickets and those who advertised in our programs. Our tickets were sold through the following: Mrs. Tilford Davis, $3.15; Mrs. Starnes, $1.00; Mrs. Pauline Freeman, $1.15; Mrs. Julia Smith, $2.40; Mrs. E. A. Wilson, $1.35; Mrs. J. M. Marquess, $1.50; Mrs. Sofa Scales, $1.50 Mrs. D. F. Harris, $2.10; Mrs. W. G. Wood, $1.20; Mrs. Rosetta White, 90c; Mrs. Dorsey Green, 75c; Mrs. Dandridge, $1.05; Mrs. Bettle Lee, 75c; Mrs. Calvin Carter, 60c; Mrs. Holmes, 60c; Mrs. J. W. Jacobs, 45c; Mrs. Miss Harlan, 45c; Mrs. Bernard, 45c; Mrs. D. Frazier, 15c; Mrs. Cahill, 45c; Mrs. Marie Johnson, 25c; Mrs. Cora Herndon, 15c; Mrs. Willa Taylor, 15c; Mrs. Stovall Hampton, 10c. We want also to thank those who have paid for advertising with us: John W Jones, funeral directors; Slaughter's Ice Cream parlor; Scales' restaurant; American Life Insurance company; Mr. I. B. Blackburn. There will be an additional report when all returns are made. On behalf of the Y. W. C. A. the general secretary desires to thank every one, including the patrons and purchasers of tickets. Mrs. F. K. Douglass and Miss Ida Lyons looked carefully after our finances, representing as they do, the finance committee. The relationship committee met in the parlors of the association on last Wednesday at 3 o'clock. Dr. Emma Cooper, of the Central association, presided Mrs. W. A. Morris, president of the Central association, was present. Among our visitors since writing up the doings of this association were Messis. R. B. DeFrantz, F. A. Harris, secretary and assistant secretary of the Y. M. C. A. of Kansas City, Mo., F. L. DeFrantz of Independence Ind., Rev. D. B. Jackson, pastor of the 8th St. Baptist church, who raised more than $1,400.00 in cash at his rally Sunday. Mrs. Harry Watkins began the Y. W. C. A. Children's story hour Tuesday at 11 a.m., with a group of seven. Mother are asked to come and bring their children every Tuesday at 11 o'clock. MICHSON, KANSAS. Subscribers please be ready when the collector calls on you. It is quite a task to call so many times and find you unprepared. The list furnished our collector is correct and you will please settle according to her books unless you have receipts to show otherwise. The entertainments given by the Shiloh Baptist church of which Rev. J. W. Wilson is pastor have been very successful. The members and friends responded nicely and over four hundred dollars was realized. Mr. Eugene Tolbert unerwent a very delicate operation for an abcess on the brain. Dr. W. H. Hudson and Dr. E. P. Pitts performed the operation Mrs. D. Owens, of Hutchinson, was the guest of Mrs. Maggie Shepherd Sunday. She left Monday for Dalton, Mo, where she will make a short visit. We are proud to note that four of our best girls graduated from the Atchison High school. Miss Berniece Barnes wore a silk mull, Miss Margarett Blake wore a marquette, Miss Willa Belle Greenfield wore a white embroidery and Miss Louise Simpson wore a white silk. The girls are very intelligent and stand high in society. Born to Mr. and Mrs. John Holbert, a fine boy. Mrs. L. Gormon, of Muscota, was in the city, the guest of Mrs. Julia Kelly. Mrs. Mollie Waters is raising a nice lot of chickens. Rev. J W. Wilson received the sad intelligence that his brother in Louisville, Ky., died Saturday. Miss Zolla Sheppard and Mr. Elridge Dysart were united in holy matrimony Jan. 1st and announcement has just been made. The affair was quite a surprise to their many friends who wish them good luck. Mr Henry Watson received a message Tuesday stating that his son, James, who is in California, was not expected to live. Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Long made a flying trip to Kansas City Decoration Day. Entered at the Postoffice at Topeka as Second Class Mail Matter. What the Editor Sees At Atchison Dr. W. H. Hudson is remodeling his home and making it modern and very beautiful. The exterior will be stucco and the design is pretty. The Doctor and his wife deserve credit for building such a beautiful home, which shows a highly cultivated taste for art. We attended the installation exercises at the Ehenezer Baptist church Saturday, which was the installation of Rev. H. W. White, who was called to that church by a unanimous vote. Many of his Topka friends where he formerly pastored were present and short talks in his behalf also some of gave expression of their respect for him. Many papers were read and the members of his former church read some excellent papers. Hon. H. I. Monroe, of Topeka, spoke on "Woman Suffrage;" Hon. J. M. Wright, of Topeka spoke on business and Nick Chiles, editor of The Topeka Plaindealer told of the "Power of the Press. Rev. G. D. Olden, who had charge of the exercises won many friends by his eloquent talk. There were over 200 people present and everyone enjoyed themselves. The members of the church, especially th ladies deserve great commendation for the manner in which they so royally entertained the visitors. They served ice cream and cake free. They all spoke in the highest terms of their minister and are very much pleased with him and the way he has started the work. The exercises lasted all week, ending Sunday. Distinguished persons from all parts of the state took part on the program each day. The people are looking forward to a great work by Rev. White, and The Plaindealer wishes him unbounded success and stands ready to assist he and his members in the battle for the uplift of mankind. The following member of the Reverend's former church read excellent papers: Miss Rose Stone, Miss Ollie Stull and Mrs. Amanda Alexander. Other members who were visitors: Mr. J. J. Holman, Mrs. Eliza Napue and Miss Golda Napue. Mrs. Irene Rucker, assisted by her mother, Mrs. C. Ferguson, is conducting a first-class ice cream and soda parlor and cafe at 1700 North Third street. There is considerable gossip going around that Rev. Geo. McNeal will succeed Rev. E. Arlington Wilson, who leaves for Muskogee, Okla., soon, as president of the State Baptist Convention. Mrs. Josephine Franklin, one of our best subscribers owns a very nice home on New Jersey street. Mr. E. P. Landor, manager of the dining department of Western University, is a man of good business ability and is making a success of the department. Prof. Jackson, instructor in music at Western University is meeting with great success in that department and his ability as a musician and instructor cannot be surpassed. Mr. William Shute, of Kansas City, Mo., will leave in a few days for Falls City, Mont., to spend the summer. Mr. George Bivens of Lawrence, is now bartender at Harry Browdy's place at 112 E. 6th St., Kansas City, Missouri. The Pan-American Medical association met last week at Lyric hall 1729 Lydia avenue, Kansas City, Mo. It induced a pleasure to see so many of our young people get together and organize for their own protection. Dr. O. A. Taylor of Topka, and Dr. Stafford and Phillips of St. Louis, were present. Dr. Phillips and Dr. Stafford are two of the most distinguished doctors of the state of Missouri, especially of St. Louis. There were some very interesting papers read and discussed among the doctors. The following are the only Dr. J. M. Harris, Sedalia, president; Dr. W. H. Mintz, St. Louis. Charles, second vice president; Dr. L. G. Bluitt I. St. Louis, 04, third vice president; Dr. O. C. Queen, Hannibal, measurer; Dr. F. F. Shannon, Kansas City, secretary; Dr. R. S. Tharmon, St. Louis, company secretary; executive committee; Dr. J. E. Perry, ALL WHITES WOULD UNITE. English Writer Says all Would Stand Against Japan in a War With America—Japan Couldn't Fight. London, May 20.—Lovat Fraser, an authority on Eastern affairs, contributes an article to The Daily Mail, in which he declares emphatically that Japan will not fight over the treatment of Japanese in California. "A conflict between Japan and the United States at this juncture," he says, "would mean ruin to Japan, who could not run the risk of invading the Pacific slope, because she would soon be ejected. She might take Hawaii and the Philippines, but how long could she hold them? The United States would press forward the completion of the Panama canal, spend its vast resources in building an invincible armada or dreadnaughts, and devote all its incomparable energies to winning back its lost possessions. "The ultimate outcome of the struggle would never be in doubt, as far as the near future is concerned, for Japan could get no more ships and no more money. A temporary success would be of no avail in such a mighty conflict. Japan fought herself to a stand-still in her war with Russia, and had the fighting continued a few months longer the result might have been reversed. "She knows full well that the United States would never accept a transient defeat. She is equally well aware that the Western world would not give her more ships and money to prosecute a war based upon such an issue as the California land bill." "It would be a war deliberately fought to challenge the world supremacy of the white races, and in such a cause the white races would instantly unite. They would not all fight but would not help Japan. "The welfare of America means more to the white races than the welfare of Asia. We may take it for granted then that the present differences between Japan and the United States of America will in some way or other be composed." (First Published in The Topeka Phiological May 30, 1913) Plaintiff, May 30, 1913. In the District Court of Shawnee County, Kansas. James M. Bamfield, Defendant. PUBLICATION NOTICE. State of Kansas, County of Shawnee, ss. The above named James M. Bamfield is hereby notified that suit has been commenced against him by the above plaintiff, asking for divorce, a restoration of her maiden name and other relief, and that unless he appear and answer same by July 12th, 1913, same will be taken as true and judgment rendered accordingly against you as prayed for. A. J. BOLINGER, Attorney for Plaintiff. C. W. BOWER. Clerk of the District Court. (Seal.) The Sunflower Art club met at the residence of Mrs. Cal Sanders Wednesday afternoon of last week. Two hours were spent in work, and discussion, the subject being: "Manuscripts and Versions of the Bible." Afterward the hostess served a lovely two-course luncheon. Adjourned to meet at the residence of Mrs. George Williams 137 N. Chestnut street at the next meeting. Officers were recently elected as follows: Mrs. Geo. Williams, president; Mrs. Chas. Coloman, vice president; Mrs. A. J. Lewis, chaplain; Mrs. John Jenkins, secretary; Mrs. Cal Sanders, treasurer; Mrs. Leona Holmes, pianist; Mrs. Chas. Coloman, reporter. Mrs. M. H. Ross visited in Mound City last Friday and Saturday. The following Kansas Citians were in Olathe on Decoration Day: Mrs. Jennie Johnson, Mrs. Lydia Young, Mrs. Jessie Bryant and Miss Capitolola Rollins. The Olathe "Browns" played the Eudora ball team in Eudora Sunday, Score 12 to 3 in favor of Eudora. W. P. Bardette and Mrs. Vana H. Simpson of Rochester, Ill., were quietly married last Tuesday evening by Prostate Judre Riker. They are at home to their friends at "115 West or East." On family of last week a holiday party from K. C. in the city came to Olathe, and did in Coventry. Mrs. Joe Emion spent the weekend in Kansas City. Mrs. Mary Williams of Mancie, Ks. with her sister, Mrs. K. A. Browley. The A. M. E. Sunday school is pre- WATCH US GROW WHY?---Because we treat everyone alike. NEXT---Our Groceries are new and Clean. NEXT---We like every one and don't solocit enemies. Stonestreet & Son. Undertakers and Funeral Directors. I. B. Blackburn, Coal and Feed WORDS OF APPRECIATION. Mothers Testify to merits of XXth Century Hair Preparations. Nelson, Mo., April 13, '13. Dear Madam Dabney: I am writing you for a small order. I want you to please send by mail three bottles of your shampoo, three boxes of hair grower and two boxes of preserving oil. I like the remedy just fine, I would not be without it for anything. I am using it on my little girl's hair and it seems to be helping it great. MRS. ANNA BRUNER. 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NEXT---We and don't solocit Come Watch G. F. PA 1300 Quin Phone Free! Free! P. O. Box 298. Stonestre Undertakers and BULL PHONE WEST 1576. I. B. Bla Coal a New York and New Jersey (First Published in the Topeka Plaindealer May 9, 1913 Case No. 27045. SHERIFF'S SALE. In the District Court of Shawnee Counay, State of Kansas. The State of Kansas, Plaintiff vs. Porter Patterson, Martha Horton, alias Martha Williams and Martin Ogelsvle. By virtue of an Order of Sale issued to me, out of said District court, in the above entitled action, I will, on Monday, the 9th day of June, A. D., 1913, at 2 o'clock p. m., of said day, at the east front door of the Court House in the City of Topeka, in the County of Shawnee, in the State of Kansas offer at public sale, and sell to the highest and best bidder, for cash in hand, all the following described real estate, to-wit: A tract of land beginning at a point 156 feet South of the Northwest corner of the South half of South East Quarter of Section 36, Township 11, Range 15, thence South 106 feet, thence East 48 feet; thence North 106 feet; thence West 48 feet to place of beginning, said premises being known as house or street number, 1423 King street in the City of Topeka, lying and situated in the County of Shawnee in the State of Kansas. The above-described real estate is taken as the property of said defendants, and is directed by said order of sale to be sold, and will be sold without appraisement, to satisfy said order of sale. L. L. KIENE, Sheriff of Shawnee Co., Kansas W. E. ATCHISON, Attorney. 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How to Get a Tag. Application must be made to the county treasurer, who will have the blanks. No application nor money can be received by the Secretary of State direct from the owner. If convenient, apply to your county treasurer in person, pay him the fee and have him fill out the application. If not convenient to go to the county seat, ask your home editor, garage owner or dealer for a blank, fill it out in full carefully, and mail it to your county treasurer with $5 if for an automobile tag and $2 if for a motorcycle tag. Write your name and address plainly. The county treasurer will send you a receipt which will be good as a license until July 15. The tag will be sent direct from the Secretary of State's office by parcel post upon receipt of the application from the county treasurer. At the same time, a license card, together with full copy of the new automobile law containing road rules will be sent you by first-class mail. Practically all of your money is to be kept in your county and used for maintenance of the roads. Automobile owners should see that the money is spent for that purpose only. HORTON. KANSAS. The twenty-first session of the Omaha District Conference Sunday School and Allen Endeavor Leagues convened in Quinn chapel, Horton, Kansas A. M. E. church May 27, 1913 at 9 a.m. Rev. J. C. C. Owens, prepresiding. Rev. H. Sheppard lead in prayer. The conference was one of complete success under the leadership of Presiding Elder Owens, of the Omaha district. Colored Peoples' Hair We Are the Largest Manufacturers Of Colored People's Hair. Our prices are half those quoted elsewhere. We make wigs, switches, pompadours, braids, transformations and other styles of hair goods. We guarantee this hair to comb the same as your own. Perspiration or water will not effect it, as the dye will not run. Our hair is of the highest quality, with all the latest styles. We also sell the largest line of Straightening Compos and Toilet articles, Hair Nets and Cut Hair by the pound, at the very lowest prices. We guarantee perfect satisfaction or money back. Send two-cent stamp for illustrated catalogue. Agents Wanted Everywhere. SYLVAN FASHION COMPANY. Dept. 41 10 E. 14th St. New York WEIR. KANSAS. Rev. Geo. McNeal of Kansas City, Guard Master of the U. B. P. and S. M. T., made his annual visit here on the 27th ult. He wert from here two Gliard, thence to Parsons. Mr. Elisha Scott of Topeka, Grand Lecturer of the U. B. F. and S. M. T., was in the city on the 26th ult. and lectured at the A. M. E. church. Mrs. S. A. Kinnell and Rev. W. W. Ewing left here Tuesday for Muskogee, Okla., to attend the National Baptist convention. Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Snow of Washington, D. C. who are traveling with twelve orphan children, gave two concerts at Baker's hall on the 2nd and 3rd. Rev. Pettigrew pastor of the A. M. F. duch, enjoyed the company of his trither and his wife from the last for a few days recently. Mr F. duch Mrs F. duch Sublett, Mrs Lone Lee Mrs Ada Williams all returned home from school on the thir NOICE W. wish all our subscribers in Muskogee, Oklahoma City, Gathrie Wagoner, Okmulgee, Baley, Tulsa Walla and other towns of Oklahoma that our account will be around to see --- Office hours: 9:30 to 10:30; 3 to 6 Bell phone 901. DR. THADDEUS P. MARTIN Physician and Surgeon. 882 Kansas Ave. Residence: 1026 Buchanan St. Residence phones: Dell 901-2. Ind. 2889 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 Gibler's Drug Store. across from Throop Hotel. Calls Answered Day and Night. Residence: 1535 Van Buren St. Go to the Sunflower for 6 o'clock Sunday dinners, 25 cents. The best meals and first class service. The Highest Market Price Paid for Eggs At PAYTON'S Quincy Street Grocery. The Wilson Orchestra Open for engagements. Dance and Party Music. DWIGHT BURTON, Mg'r. Phone 3108 Hadley and Robinson, BARBERSHOP AND BATHS Shining Parlor Everything neat, clean and up-to-date. 317 Kansas Ave. TOPEKA, KAS. The State Federation. The State Federation of Women's clubs will meet June 18, 19, 1913, at St. Luke's A. M. E. church, corner Warren and New York streets, in Lawrence, Kans. The Executive Board will meet at the church June 17, (Tuesday afternoon.) All members please be present. Delegates go directly to the church. MRS. A. L. PATTEN, Cor. Sec. NOTICE The Baptist State Sunday School Convention of Kansas will hold its 22d annual session with the Second Baptist church, Wichita, June 17to 20. All Sunday schools are requested to elect their messengers and send the name of the delegate who will represent them on the program as soon as possible to Mrs. W. L. Grant, secretary, 1964 North Fourth street, Kansas City, Kas. Rev. S. B. Butler, pastor of the entertaining church is making splendid preparations for the accommodation of those who attend, the entertainment will cost nothing, the Convention badge will cost fifty cents. Each school is expected to send an offering for the Old Folks' Home. The literary and musical program on Friday night the 20th will be very entertaining. The Sunday school Rally will be held on the second day of the session. There will be two banners for first and second honors. For information as to accommodations at Wichita, write Rev. S. B. Butler, 212 West Elm street, Wichita, Kas. MRS. W. L. GRANT, Cor. Sec. H. I. MONROE, President. A Thrilling New Version of the Famous Noon Meal..... 1227 Baltimore Avenue. Moon's ..... Meals BIG 15 CENT WONDER The Great Modern Room Sensation Regular and Transient Bell Phone Grand 2928 Y. KANSAS CITY. --- MISSOURI. GRAHAM RETREAT A STRICHTY PRIVATE FAMILY, has a large beautiful modern home with up-to-date furnishings. Rooms for rent to satisfy the needs of the people. Board of trustees. Mrs W. W. W. H. M., 121. Georgia Ave., Hartford City, Kas. Misses Marie and Daisy Murdock left last night for Kingfisher, Okla. If you want first-class HACK SERVICE, call Phone 52 or 4513 black, and ODA SCOTT will gladly render you the service. Mrs. C. Meaux, who has been very ill for some time, is convalescing and expects to leave soon for Excelsior Springs, Mo., for her health. Mrs. Pearl Mack of St. Louis, Mo., arrived in the city last Saturday on a visit to her father, Mr. Samuel Mason, 14th and Chandler streets. Miss Della Bell and her guest, Miss Emma Davis of Pueblo, Colo., are in Kansas City this week attending the commencement exercises of Western University. Mrs. Davis and daughter, Miss Emma, of Pueblo, Colo., are guests of Mrs. J. W. Washington and her daughter, Miss Della Bell, 425 W. Locust tsreet. Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Jackson entertained their cousin, Miss Lovie Spriggs, of Chicago, at a "Dutch" luncheon last Saturday evening. All present report a very pleasant time. Mr. Robert E. Bell will demonstrate the lightning drawing process at the Second Baptist church, 3rd and Quincy streets, next Wednesday evening. It is wonderful how he can do this work, but you can see for yourself that he does it. Mrs. Adeline McNeal of Kansas City, was in Topeka on Memorial day to decorate the graves of her husband and son, returning the next day. Her many friends were glad to see her and would like to see her back in her old home town. ```markdown ``` Mrs. Pearl Falling (nee McNeal) of Denver, Colo, spent a day in the city last week, the guest of Mrs. W. I. Jamison. She was looking well and her many friends were glad too see her. She was en route to Kansas City to visit her parents. The Oriental Art club met Thursday afternoon, May 29th, with Mrs. J. D. Graham on Buchanan street. After the general routine of business a dainty repast was served, and all dined sumptuously. The club adjourned to meet yesterday with Miss Adah James at her home at Kullmer, Kansas. Our graduates from the High school this year are Miss Louise Oden, and Messrs. Edward Morton, Elmer Simpson and Percival Smith. The latter is the first colored student to graduate from the Topeka High school whose parent was a graduate of the same school, his mother being a member of the class of Jan. 1894. --- We visited the barbershop of our old friend, Mr. Geo. Gray at 834 Kansas Ave." and must, say that he has a fine, well equipped shop. The chairs are of the Koch make, trimmed in white enamel and with all the latest adjustments. Mr. Gray is one of Topeka's successful citizens and one of the best barbers in the state. Miss Caroline Barfield was recently united in the bonds of holy matrimony to Mr. Charles Wynne, Rev. J. A. Hamlett of the C. M. E. church officiating. They will be at home to their friends at 113 East 10th St. The bride is a sister of Mrs. Epp Love of Kansas City, Mo., and is an industrious, intelligent and accomplished young lady and The Plaindealer wishes her and her husband success and happiness. --- The Oriental Art club will have a grand exhibition at Shiloh Baptist church Thursday evening, June 12th. Some of the most artistic work will be shown by the ladies. A selection from the exhibits will be taken to the State Federation at Lawrence. There will be a play in connection with the exhibition, the title of which is "When Women Rule." It will be largely attended by many of the citizens to witness the exhibit and to see the play. Mr. Joseph Rollins, one of the very popular young men of the city, who has been employed for the past year as clerk's assistant by the Hindman Green company, left last Sunday for Chicago, where he goes to enter the business and with an uncle he leaves many friends here who regret to see him go, but which him an abundant success in his new field of labor. "He was captain of the Calvary 'Bay Scouts,' and the little fellow of that organization certainly a delight to departure. If its Thursday evening, you will find your friend at Wilson's. Dr. O. A. Taylor attended a meeting of physicians in Kansas City one day last week. Dance every Thursday night at Wilson's garden. Full orchestra and plenty of refreshments. Wilson's garden open every Thursday evening. Come early and stay until the last car. Mr. McKinley Warfield, of North Topeka, left one day this week for Lansing, to visit his sister, Mrs. A. A. Weatherly. CALL PHONE No. 52 or 4513 blk. We cater to first class hack service—weddings, parties, dances and private calls a specialty. The annual sermon of the Daughters of Liberty, No. 1 will be preached Sunday June 8 at the Shiloh Baptist church by the Rev. C. G. Fishback. Members are requested to meet at 2:30 o'clock. Mrs. Charley Cunningham, aged 60 died at the home of her daughter in Belleview Addition, May 29. The funeral was held from Mount Olive church June 1st. Interment in Mt. Auburn cemetery. Mrs. Mary Smart, aged 70, died of a complication of diseases at her home near Tecumseh, Sunday. The funeral was held from the Second Baptist church at Tecumseh at 2 o'clock Tuesday. Her remains were interred in Bethel cemetery. Miss Flora Jeltz, Bessie Bennett, Miss Willa Lamberson and Miss Victoria Saunders attended the Sunday School Convention at Manhattan this week, and while there they were the guests of Miss Saunders' sister. Mrs. L. Link and Mrs. E. W. Matley gave a reception at the former's home, 1155 Clay street Monday evening in honor of Rev. T. J. Carr, of Ottumwa, Ia. Rev. G. W. Henry, Rev. J. Alexander and Mrs. Tibbs, of Kansas City were among the guests. Card of Thanks. We wish to thank our many friends and neighbors, especially the Santa Fe Porters Floral club, for their kindness during the illness and death of our beloved husband, brother, and uncle, Minor C. Small, and for the many beautiful floral offerings. MRS. ROSETTA SMALL, MRS. LULU BLACKWELL, MRS. MARY FORD, MRS. T. J. WILLIAMS. The A. E. S. N. Club. One of the most delightful afternoons of the A. E. S. N. club was spent at the home of Mrs. S. F. Malone on Centre street. After the regular order of business was over., an excellent lunch was served and much enjoyed by the club and visitors. It being the last meeting until after the summer vacation, much business was required. Mrs. Mabel Russell, wife of the new pastor of the Third Baptist church, was a visitor. MRS. D. JONES, President. MRS. C. BARTON, Sec'y. THE SUNFLOWER An organization under the above caption is in Topeka, and while the members of the aggregation are all well known in the social circles, yet many people do not know they are tight up to snuff in the singing line, Prof. J. P. Brock, Mr. Fred M. Ware, Mr. James R. Martin, Mr. Clarence L. Bradshaw, and Miss Zenola Jackson constitute the Sunflower Jubilee singers. Under the auspices of the "Chicago" club, Mrs. Alice Buford captain, of the Third Baptist church, the Sunflower Jubilee singers rendered a program at that church that took the audience by storm. Some of the best singing by home talent or any other for that matter, was heard, and the piano playing of Miss Jackson was the best ever, Mr. Martin, besides being an adept in the singing line is also something to be noted in the dramatic line. His reeting is all that one can wish to hear in the comic or dialect reading Among some of the selections rendered by the singers were "Boys of the Old Badge," "Battle of Jencho," "Writing all the Time," "Who Stole the Lock?" "The Rose," "Walk in Jerusalem," and "Silver Threads Among the Gold." These and other elections were highly valued by the audience. In Mr. Martin's own words, "Old Sue," "The Deacon's Prayer," and "Jurken." The coin level of J. K. Clarke's Gold Jewel was one of the features, as was also the imprint of W. Burling "When the Desert Sun Is Grow Coll." Mrs. Buford received many compliments for having secured the title of his company. FOR DRUGS AND PRESCRIPTIONS HOT SODAS, CANDIES, ETC. WANTED: A little girl from ten to twelve years old. Nice home for the right girl. After all of the colored bootleggers are safely behind the bars, we guess they will look after the white violators of the law. Oda Scott will give special attention to weddings, parties, dances, etc., with first class hack service. Call Phone 52 or 4513 black. Mrs. George Brewer is confined to her bed at her home 1104 Buchanan street on account rheumatism. We wish her a speedy recovery. The Shamrock Art club will close the club year with a grand picnic and outing at Wilson's garden June 10th. This is one of the most popular and progressive clubs in the city, and the past year they have accomplished much good. The bakers and their families of the Royal, Avelon and Ideal will picnic tomorrow at Wilson's Summer garden. This has become one of the most popular outing places in the state, in fact the only one in Topeka where private picnics can be held and the people are taking advantage of it. --- The Grand Worthy Counselor of the state of Kansas made her annual visit to Prince Albert Court, Topeka, May 30th. Her visit was a very pleasant one to the Court, and all enjoyed it very much. A reception was tendered her by the Court. She was accompanied by Mrs. Adella Miller, of Lawrence. They were the guests of Mrs. E. W. Matley while in the city. Dr. W. T. Vernon, the man who made Western University and was for many years its honored president, was in the city a few hours today renewing old acquaintance. It was from this school that he was taken and made registrar of the United States treasury, where he served with signal credit to himself, school and the great state that was pleased to have him thusly honored. Dr. Vernon is now president of Campbell College of Jackson, Miss. Where Shall We Go This Summer? Upon the correct answer to this question will depend much of the pleasure of your outing. Why not avail yourself of the assistance of the undersigned, one of the Santa Fe's summer tour specialists? His help will cost you nothing, but you will find it invaluable. Why Not Visit Colorado, Grand Canyon, California, the Northwest, Chicago Adirondacks, the Northern Lake Regions, or the Atlantic Coast Resorts this summer? Complete information about summer fares and train service, etc., sent promptly, if you address THOS. L. KING, City Pass. Agent, TOPEKA, KAS THOS, L. KING, City Pass, Agent, TOPEKA, KAS UNICN... Cafe HOTEL... 127 WATER BROAD STREET. 44 TAN TROPHER, Prorinter. BOARD AND LODGING. Everything First Class. NORTH LOPKA KANSAS Prettiest place in all Kansas—Wilson's Garden. Meet the merry makers there Thursday evening. Jackson's Twenty-third Regimental band will play concerts in several cities in Kansas and Missouri during the summer. It is one of the best concert bands in the country and the people will have the benefit of a very rare treat in whatever city they happen to go. Dr. I. A. Shields has returned from Nashville, Tenn., where he was called on account of the illness of his sister. It has been twenty years since the Doctor visited the scenes of his childhood and next week he may contribute something interesting about Dixle. Cards are out announcing the marriage of Mr. Arthur Charles and Miss Hazel Barton, both of this city, which was solemnized August 1912, which was indeed a surprise to their friends. Mr. Charles is an energetic young business man and Miss Barton is one of our most highly respected young ladies and a teacher in the public schools. They will be at home to their friends, 422 Filmore street after July 4. A number of young people "hiked" to Teumsch Decoration Day, a distance of five miles or more in the boiling sun. If their mothers would have asked them to assist with the family wash, cook a meal or sweep, it would certainly have been "too hot" and their mouths would have been stuck out a yard, saying that mother was imposing upon them. Between a sweeping broom and these "enjoyable hikes," give us the former. Mrs. Lena Voss Kimbel, left one day this week for Arizona, where she goes for the benefit of her failing health. Her many friends hope that the climate will bring her back to her former self once more. She has just completed a modern two story residence and handsomely furnished it and was just settling down to enjoy its comforts in the evening of a useful and well spent life, but fate has decreed otherwise, which we trust will be but a short duration when we can have her among us once more. Mr. James Clayborne, one of the leading grocers of Kansas City, Kansas attended the "harmony" meeting here Tuesday. He has all the car marks of a "bloated bondholder." We were glad to see Mr. Clayborne and note his prosperity, as were all of his many Topeka friends. He is a fine business man and if he keeps up his present stride, the day is not far distant when he will own and control one of the largest groceries in the country. While here he lifted our latch-string, and we had a very pleasant chat. Those young white thugs that attacked a colored man at Garfield park a few evenings ago simply because they did not want colored people in the place had just as well learn right now that there will be no "Jim Crow" business at this park. It is owned by the city of Topcha and the colored people pay taxes and have the same rights upon those grounds as an other citizen, and they are going assert these rights or know the reason why. For their cusdness they drew a fine of $50 cash in the police court. Our old time printer friend and school mate, Mr. Charles W. Mays, editor of the Edgerton (Kas.) Journal, was in the city Tuesday attending the "harmony meeting, and while here he made The Plaindealer a very agreeable call. Mr. Mays is heartily in sympathy with the "get to gether" proposition but is unwilling to accept anything that has the slightest amplitude of the Bull Moose. His paper is one of the strongest and most influential weeklies in Kansas and a brave and fearless defender of the cause of Republicanism. We were delighted to see Charlie, and wish he and his most excellent paper a long and prosperous career. Those who visited Wilson's garden Decoration Day felt amply rewarded for the trip. It was an ideal day. Mrs. Wilson had made elaborate preparations for the entertainment of her guests and several hundred people to take advantage of the opportunity to get a taste of the many good things served on the occasion. A full orchestra did present music all day, while the orchestra in the garden, cooled, laid down. and have been greatly im- vated, the trees are larger, pollit- nal flower beds, more lights and the 2:30 .... MATINEE EVERY DAY .... 2:30 5c---ADMISSION---5c 3--EVENING SHOWS--3 :: 3--REELS--3 H. O. ABBOTT M. A. OGILSVIE FRANK R. WILSON Dance at Wilson's Thursday evening of each week. Notice to Masons . The annual meeting of the Masonic Building association will be held at the Masonic Temple, 404 Kansas avenue, Jure 10th 1913. All Master Masons and their families are cordially invited to be present. Refreshments will be served free. By order The Dumas Art club met with Miss Birdie Scott on the 30th ult. After roll call the club proceeded to the regular routine of business. The State President Miss L. B. Harris made her visit to the club and delivered a very interesting and instructive address. The last meeting for the club year will be on the lawn at the residence of Mrs. C. Morton, June 13. Rev. Dr. J. R. Ransom, formerly presiding elder of the Topeka district and for many years a resident of the capital city, but now pastor of the largest church in Kansas City, Kas, was in the city Wednesday to witness the graduation of his son, Dr. Lewis Ransom, who completed a course in the Washburn School of Medicine. Dr. Ransom, Sr., looks the picture of health and says that he and his family are well and happy. His work keeps him on the jump, but he feels an especial pride in the fact that it is growing by teaps and bounds and by the end of the present conference year, he will carry the best report ever turned in from that city. His many good, warm personal friends in Topeka—saints and saints, white and black, gave him a royal welcome. --- Rev. T. W. Greene, Jr., and wife, of Emporia, were in the city a few days this week—the Reverend en route to Manhattan to attend the A. M. E. District conference and his wife remained here and visited his father, Rev. T. W. Greene, Sr., and family. On his return he stopped over a few hours and made The Plaindealer an agreeable call. This writer and Rev. Greene were boys together in the same old town, and a nice young man never breathed the breath of life. He was always clean, upright, honorable and gentlemanly, and now that he has entered the ministry, we feel that he will ever labor to upbuild and never do anything that will bring the blush of shame upon the vacation he has chosen. We are always pleased to meet and greet Rev. Greene, and are prouder still that he is making good. Mrs. W. T. Jamm entertained a number of girls at her beautiful home on Filmore street in honor of her sister-in-law, Lottie Pearl Jamm, who has been here for some time attending school and will depart for her home at Pelgerton Junction. Mo. tomorrow afternoon. The guests were Miss Grae Williams, Inez Hightower, Leona Williams, Edna Roberts, Nathella Sawyer, Ethyl William, Jenetta Ward, Helen Webb, Cool Athanson, Hazel Athanson, L. Athanson, Leabal Lane, Hottense Taylor, Helen Larson, Marianne Mallet, Cindola Dorsey, M. Peter Daniel Sawyer, Miss Janetta Jackson, Willa Webb and Tillie Jones furnished the nursery. Mrs. Willene Webb looked at the punch board and Mrs. The Jones and Annabelle Sawyer The guests departed declarations of the loss of their friend, Lottie Pearl Jamm. U. A. GRAHAM K. K. PINKSTON J. M. WRIGHT DR. W. ROGER RUSSELL. DENTIST All Work Guaranteed to Give Satisfaction. 832 Kansas Avenue. Phone 3494. THE : PATTON : HOTEL N. P. PATTON, Prop. (2 Blocks So. of Union Station.) —CAFE IN CONNECTION. Meals at All Hours. Phone Douglas 4445. 1014 16-18 South 11th St. OMAHA. : : NEBRASKA. I've Got my I can sell you property in any section of Topeka—you name the place, and I will produce the goods. No respector of creed, color, religion or politics, I will buy or sell you property. Call or write. J. H. HARRIS, Phones: 3301 or 3605. 310-301 KANSAS AVE. Wilson's Garden is now open. A full orchestra furnishes music every Thursday evening. A SPLENDID YEAR'S WORK. Washington School Makes a Fine Showing for Past Year. Washington school closed Tuesday with an exhibit and Mothers' League reception. The exhibit was one of the finest ever displayed in Topeka. It told the story of patience, study and hard work on the part of teacher and pupil—that they had reached a mutual understanding and were working to reach one common end. The Mothers' League was out in full force, and received in the halls and served the 165 callers with cake and cream. The principal received down stairs and the teachers in their respective rooms. The decorations which consisted of rugs, sofa pillows, cut flowers, etc., were very pretty and artistically arranged by the cunning hand of the mothers. In all, it was grand and a magnificent testimonial of the worth of the instructors and the faithfulness of the students. Fllowing are the teachers who have been re-elected for the ensuing year: Mr. John L. Harrison, principal; Mr. E. Ridley, Miss Cora Bennett, Mr. Elizabeth Jones, Mrs. W. on and Miss Jennie Grant, manual training, and by the way, the work of Miss Grant's department is record to that of no teacher in the city of Topuka, and Washington school can well feel proud of her. NEWTON, KANSAS. The Imperial Art club was informally entertained at the home of Mrs. R. B. Perkerson. The club met the total hour. The routine of work was omitted, as the afternoon was a social affair. Followed by Vocal. Mr. Parno W. W. Parno W. R. B. Parno S. to M. P. d. lunchson. The club allied to the rest with W. L. --- LARNED, KANSAS. One of the pretty home weddings was that of Miss Lula Hawkins and Mr. James Virgil Towns on May 27 at the home of the bride's father, Mr. Nathan Hawkins. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Anderson, pastor of the C. M. E. church and was witnessed by relatives of the contracting parties and a few intimate friends. The ceremony took place at 9 o'clock, the couple being attended by Miss Ida Sheppard and Mr. Geo. Towns, a brother of the groom. The bride's gown was of pretty white volle trimmed in lace and brilliants. She carried a biquet of white and pink caranations caught up with pink and white dragons. The house was decorated in pink and white and green being the color scheme. After congratulations, Miss Sarah Hawkins, a sister of the bride served the guests with a two course luncheon. The bride's table was donned with a large center piece of white and pink roses and looked charming. Mr. and Mr. towns were the recipients of many handsome and useful presents. Both are among Learned's best people and will make this place their home. They will be at home to their many friends on South Johnson avenue. Out of town guest was Mrs. J. J. Wells of Great Bend CARBONDALE, KANSAS. The members of the Baptist church entertained the Mission circle at the home of Mrs. S. H. Smith May 29th. The meeting was opened by prayer. Scripture reading was from Exodus 17, and the song, "How Sweet the Name of Jesus Sounds" was sung. The evening was spent in sewing, after which a three-course luncheon was served. All departed for home declaring they had spent a pleasant and profitable time. --- LAWRENCE, KANSAS. The Midgets gave their third annual party on Friday evening of last week and it proved one of the swellest affairs ever given in Lawrence. The hall was beautifully decorated in the club colors, red and white, and they had pennants with "Midgets 1913" upon them, and they surrounded the hall. There were several out-of-town guests. The Rho Omega gave their fare last Saturday evening and cleverest stunts ever once. They danced until twelve o'clock and then they were served a three-course luncheon at quartet tables, seven in all. Mrs. Hughes was caterer. Mr. Demary furnished the music for the evening, which was excellent. The Rho Omega raised the social curtains this year by giving the formal party and closing with a farewell party. The guests were Misses Maud Davis, Leona Escoe, Neosho Venerable, Carrie Davis, Katherine Grant, Frances Kealing, Byrdie Jackson, Hazel Hurst, Marie Over-street, Franky Walker, Ellen Polk, and Mrae Graham of Topeka The Rho Omegus were Mr. John Lowry, Mr Clyde Taylor, Mr Clarence Gleed, Mr Franklin Bradley, Mr. John Jenkins, Mr. Claude Jones, Mr. Edward Baker, Mr Fletcher Burns, Mr. Joe Bowler, Mr. Bruce Copeland, Mr. Edgar Woody, Mr Leonard Sayles, and Mr. Robert Jackson Mr Polk of Arizona was guest. The Rho Omega met Saturday afternoon and elected officers for the year They elected Edward Baker, president; Robert Jackson, Vice president; Clyde Taylor, secretary and Leonard Sayles, treasurer Miss Winchester was visiting in Jetmore last week. Miss Nettle Jones of Hanston is again in town to take a position at the Hotel Grove. Frank Taylor, the old porter and dining room boy, was shaking hands with friends in the city recently. Hurrah for the big ball game stunt pulled off Sunday. There certainly was a big crowd in attendance. Among the bunch of Jetmore fans to see the game last Sunday was Mr. Wm Maxwell, and he was readily chosen to be master of exchequer at the gate for the game and the best purse ever yet was the result Among the Sterling boys who were seeing the ball game Sunday were Mr. Charles Manuel, a cousin of Mr P. E. Munns. William of Larnel was in day. A good time and a well spent afternoon was enjoyed at the Sterling-Kinsley ball game Sunday. The game was called at 3:30 and continued until 5 o'clock. The game was well played, but the Sterling boys were too many for the home boys and won by a score of 19 to 3. OSAGE CITY, KANSAS. Mrs. Alice Green was in Osage, the guest of her mother, Mrs. Cassie Hibbs. In company with twelve of their lady friends spent Decoration Day on Salt Creek, where all had a delightful tune. When in Kansas City and in want of a nice room call on Mrs. Blair Roch, 420 East 6th street. MAPLE HILL, KANSAS. A large crowd from here attended the "Holley Club" concert at Paxico last Saturday night, and everyone enjoyed the program Betty Mattain of Montana is here for awhile. Miss Shulda Bradley spent Sunday at McFarland. Mrs. Urge Simpson and daughter spent Sunday here. "The Chrysanthemum" club will give a concert and supper on June 21 and the general public is invited to remember the date and attend The admission will be ten cents Mrs. Thomas Bolton and daughter were Topeka visitors Tuesday. Mrs. M. Wallace was in Alma last Tuesday visiting Farmers are busy putting up alfalfa and cultivating corn HIGGINSVILLE, MISSOURI. Mrs. Gertie Hardin is still on the sick list Mr. Henry Conway, who has been confined to his room for several months was able to be out Sunday. Quite a number of friends from Lexington attended the commencement of Douglas High school at the opera house May 23. The teachers and pupils successfully presented an operetta, "Gyp Junior." The board of education showed their appreciation and satisfaction by re-electing the same teachers for the ensuing year. They are: Prof. W. V. Williams, Mrs. Anna M. Britt and Mrs. Dora Johnson. Mr. Hennietta Caruthers, of Kansas City, is visiting friends in the city. Quite a number of persons from rear-by towns were in the city on the 80th alt., to pay their respects to their deceased loved ones. Dr. J. T. Williams, of Joplin, spent two days in the city with friends. He was on his way from Kansas City where he attended the Medical Association. The Colored Fair Association is putting forth every effort to make this the most successful year in the history of its organization. If you are hungry and want a good dinner go to the Surflower Cafe, 310 Kansas avenue MARKDASSEY CITY, MARYLAND Rev. G. W. Perkins, Mrs. Perkins, Deacon Wm. Hooker, Mrs Mary E. Butler and Mrs. Eliza Sawyer left via the Midland Valley railroad last Tuesday for Muskogee, Okla., where they will attend the National Baptist Sunday School convention. Miss Jennie Harper, who has been sick, is a little improved. Owing to the death of a friend Sir John E. Lewis, Grand Chancellor of the Knights of Pythias, was unable to be here as per appointment in his annual visit Monday night. Mrs Lulu Summers, of Kansas City, Grand W. C. of the Court of Calamthe, will pay her annual visit to Queen Esther Court No. 6 June 16, and all members are requested to be present. Rev. W. R. Richardson, Mrs. Hattle King, and Daisy Kelton have returned from the District Conference and S. S. convention at Dratt and they report a grand session, which was very largely attended. Rev Richardson was successful in finding Mr. G H Drumgould as a delegate to the Annual Conference. On account of the Convention at Muskogee, Okla., the Second Baptist church will will hold its Children's Day exercises on the third Sunday in June. KANSAS CITY, KANSAS. We wish to thank Operative Sons Lodge No. 2136, G U O of O F. Council No. 147, Patriarchs, No. 14 Reg., the Eighth St. Baptist church, and also our friends and neighbors for their kindness during the illness and death of our husband and father, and for the beautiful floral offerings MRS. W. M. MILLER AND FAMILY. ABILENE, KANSAS. Mr. C. Brown of Salina, was a visitor here Sunday. Miss Preda Smith went to Salina on Friday of last week, returning Monday. Rev. C P Morrow preached at the Mr. Zion Baptist church last Sunday, and five candidates were baptized Mr. C P Morrow and children were visitors here recently. Mr. George Meckling of Manhattan was here Sunday and accompanied his children. Howard and Helen, home Monday morning. Rev. C P Morrow has been called to the pastorate of Mt. Zion Baptist church and has accepted the call. The Women's Home and Foreign Mission circle met with Mrs R Warder on Thursday of last week Rev J H Day a, presiding elder of the A. M E church, presached at the A M E church Monday night Announcement Announcement Normal of Rogers, Nowata, Craig, Tulsa and Mayes cocunties, which will be held at Claremore, Okl., the county seat of Rogers county, and the home of the famous Radium water, from June 2 to June 27 1913. The course will embrace all subjects required for First, Second, and Third grade certificates. All the instructors rank high as educators. Claremore offers advantages which can be had in no other city. While here you will have an opportunity to take the Radium baths, thus combining work with health. Room and board $350. Special accdmmodations. Write the conductor. For further information write the County Superintendent, B. II. Hester. or Conductor, J. T. A. West, Claremore, Oklahoma. FREE FREE FREE COLORED PEOPLE'S HAIR. We are the largest manufacturers of Colored People's Hair. We make Wigs, Switches, Braids, Transformations, and all styles of hair that can comb the same as your own hair. We also sell straightening combs hair nets and cut hair by the pound Our prices are lower than those quoted elsewhere. Send two cents stamp, and we will send you absolutely free our illustrated catalog. Humania Hair Co., Dept. "F," 23 Duane Street, New York City. If you are a constant reader of The Plaindealer you will not need to ask concerning the news of the day. The Masons and members of Prince Hall Grand Lodge, A. F. & A. M., will pay $250 reward for the apprehension or arrest of Frank J. Jennings, formerly of Kansas City, Kas., and Custodian of the W. & O. Fund for the Jurisdiction of Kansas. He was a member of the police force of Kansas City for several years. He is a Mississippiian by birth, height about five foot eleven inches, weight about 220 or 240 pounds, large stomach, black mustache and eyes of a brownish hue, slue-footed and large fluffy jaws. He drinks and likes a good time and when he has a "few on" is very talkative. Jennings would most likely work at anything from a railroad poster, janitor to ordinary labor and would no doubt be found among Masons, but not discussing the workings of the order. He has a wife and three children living in Kansas City, Kansas. He is wanted for embezzling funds belonging to the Masonic order which had been entrusted to his care. NOTICE is hereby given that sealed bids will be received by the undersigned for the Board of Trustees until 5 p. m. Wednesday, May 14, 1913, for the furnishing of all material and labor necessary for the construction of basement, including water-tables, lintels, door and window frames, of Saint John's A. M. E. church, Seventh and Topeka avenue, also alternative bids will be received to construct the basement, the contractor furnishing the labor and scaffolding and the church furnishing the building material. The work will be done in accordance with plans and specifications prepared by T. H. Lesher, architect. Plans and specifications may be obtained from the undersigned or from T. H. Lescher, at his office. The successful bidder will be required to furnish a sufficient bond for the faithful performance of the contract. The Board of Trustees reserves the right to reject any and all bids. Major's Mechanical, Technical, Correspondence Chauffeur School Our Course can be completed in seven weeks. A Good Opportunity for Industrious Men. We have MADE HUNDREDS of Dollars, and can place you in the same position at a small cost. Don't delay. Write today for illustrated picture of School and terms. MAJORS' M. T. C. C. SCHOOL, 117 N. Cardinal Ave., St. Louis, Mo. W. S. FEARANCE, Secretary; W. L. 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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. Brown (First Published in The Topeka Plaindealer, May 30, 1913.) Case No. 27,919. Sheriff's Sale Notice—(On Alias Order of Sale.) SHERIFF'S SALE. In the District Court of Shawnee County, State of Kansas. The National Council of the Knights and Ladies of Security, Plaintiff. vs. F. E. Barnes, John G. Cooper and Cora T. Cooper, Defendants. By virtue of an alias Order of Sale issued to me, out of said District Court, in the above-entitled action, I will, on Monday, the 30th day of June, A. D., 1913, at 2 o'clock P. M. of said day, at the east front door of the Court House in the City of Topeka, in the County of Shawnee, in the State of Kansas, offer at public sale, and sell to the highest and best bidder, for cash in hand, all the following-described real estate, to-wit: Lots 389, 391, 393, 395 on Polk St, except the east 105 feet of lot 389 and the north eight and one-third feet of the east 105 feet of lot 391 on Polk Street, in the City of Topeka, Kansas, except the right to the owner of the excepted part of said lots to use the north ten (10) feet of the rear 45 feet of said lots for the purpose of a driveway and the maintenance of a private sewerage across said 45 feet, lying and situate in the County of Shawnee, in the State of Kansas. The above-described real estate is taken as the property of said defendants, and is directed by said alias order of sale to be sold, and will be sold without appraisement, to satisfy said alias order of sale. I. L. KIENE. Sheriff of Shawnee County, Kansas Ferry, Doran and Dean, HUTHINSON, KANSAS. Rev. Greenlee, of great Bend spent Sunday in the city prenching at the A. M. E. church. Quite a diversion from the usual form of social entertainment was the tally-ho ride and party at Glendale park. A number of young people enjoyed the treat. Mr. Joo Davis is visiting in Stroud, Oklahoma. Miss Leona Martin of Saint John and Mrs. Ramsey, of Pratt, are in the city visiting friends. Sunday was rally day at the A. M. E. church. This event has been locked forward to with much interest and the total collection for the day was $110. Sunday evening a sacred concert was held with the rendition of the following program: Solo—Mrs. M. L. Owens. Oration—Mr. W. Q. Jeltz. Vocal solo—Miss Lenorn Martin. $ ^{5}$ Paper—Miss Bessie Bell. Address—Rev. Greenlee. Rev. and Mrs. Wooten have left for Quindaro to attend the graduating exercises. Their niece, Miss Bertha Ritchie is one of the graduates. The Excelsor Arrt club met on May 28th with Mrs. Alice Davis on 700 N. Monroe street. The response at roll call was current events and many events of interest were mentioned. The remainder of the afternoon was spent in embroidery work and conversation. Mrs. Davis served a delicious two course luncheon assisted by Mrs. M. Moss, who has lately become a resident of this city. Mrs Moss and Mrs. Esther Owens were guests of the club. Mrs. Riley Wickliffe will be the next hostess. An entertainment was given at the G. A. R. hall Thursday evening by the band. A large crowd attended and all was a decided success. Rev. Richardson, of Arkansas City, Sundayed here. Those who were in attendance at the Sunday School Convention which convened at Pratt have returned to their homes. It is needless to speak of the enjoyable time had while in the city for those who have been fortunate enough to be guests in the beautiful little city of Pratt can join in saying that the lovely and convenient homes there is an excellent rendezvous spared by the people in seeing that all were royally entertained. Attorney and Mrs. S. G. Toole have removed to Kansas City. They will be greatly missed in the city. Mr. Robert Walters an old citizen died at his home after a long illness. He was a highly respected citizen, and many warm friends deplore his demise. If you are a constant reader of The Plaindealer you will not be being the times. Keep posted. If you are in the habit of being up to time you read The Plaindealer. Eat or Sleep? Then... When in Kansas City and want first class service and a fine place to stop, call on Mrs. Josephine Davos. 217 Minnesota avenue, Kansas City, Kansas. Many farmers set out trees each year and in a year entirely forget what variety was set there. They have to wait until fruiting time and then guess at the name. A good way is to write down the date when set, variety of fruit and exact position, something like this: March 1, set apple trees, Jones' nursery, back field, first row, first six trees, Northern Sip; next two, Ishawater, etc. Then you have the exact data. Beats guessing or forgetting.—Farm and Fireside. THEY THREW AWAY CASH. Gold Bull Before Learning His Values From His Daughters. The bull when bought must be judged by his breeding, conformation, etc., but his real value is not known until his heifers come into milk. It is the opinion of the National Stockman and Farmer that when a dairy bred bull is purchased he should be kept in the herd until his heifers become producers. So to do may result in retaining him at the head of the herd or, if sold, in giving him an extra value—this in case he proves to be a superior animal. A writer tells of his experience, and from it the lesson can be drawn. He presents the record of his dairy for the year 1912 and then says: "Near and at the head of the list are the cows Bessie, Lou, Luppie and Olga, half sisters. They are all cows that gave over 2,000 pounds more than their dams, and we made the fatal mistake of slaughtering their sire because he was no cross. The bull did not cost a great deal of money when we bought him, but we must acknowledge that it cost us no little worry to hold him and finally had some ribs loosened at his instance, then decided to do away with him, and did—one of the mistakes of our life, for had we known then what we do now it would have taken thousands of dollars to take him from the farm. We should have kept him had we been compelled to build a stone wall around him to keep him in control. Later we bought as much of that blood in a sire as we could possibly get, and while we have not yet paid of his value, except from the looks of the calves, we paid many times the price of the original bull." The soil cannot continue to produce good crops if you take off all of the vegetable matter and return nothing. ALFALFA AS A MILK MAKER. Compares Favorably With Timothy, Cottonseed Meal, Wheat Bran, Eto. An Illinois experiment station test showed that with an acre yield of four tons of alfalfa hay and one and one- half tons of timothy, the timothy worth $10 per ton, an acre of alfalfa was worth $6844 more than an acre of timothy in milk production under the conditions of the experiment and with milk at $1.30 per 100 pounds. The New Jersey station concludes that in feeding value three pounds of alfalfa are equivalent to one of cotton- seed meat. Where alfalfa was tested against wheat bran and dried brewer's grain the saving in cost of milk was 12.7 cents per 100 and 2.3 cents per pound of butter. The milk value of an acre of alfalfa was $74. Loretta D., the great Jersey cow that beat the world's record at the St. Louis world's fair, was fed alfalfa, as were other cows that helped to make dairy history. Bear Down: Up Goose Post! A New York correspondent of the Farm Journal says: The illustration shows a simple, effective and very convenient implement for pulling up posts when removing an old fence. A stout pry has two round iron arms attached to its end. The iron has its ends turned in and drawn to a point so that it can be driven into the post, when the lat- ing an old fence. A stout pry has two round iron arms attached to its end. The iron has its ends turned in and drawn to a point so that it can be driven into the post, when the latter can be pulled up with ease. If the post is large the arms can be sprung apart so that the points can be driven in on each side. The lever should be sufficiently long and strong, and the leverage block may be a separate short piece of wood. For the Sake of the Young Pigs. Plenty of exercise is important for the pregnant sow. It should be instilled upon and provided in the way the breeder finds best adapted to his situation. A large pasture is not always available, but the breeder may secure results by arranging the house at one end of the log lot and the feeding floor at the other end or by giving the sow water in such a way that to procure it they will be compelled to walk some distance a number of times each day. Colour's "Swine in America." What Ails the Clever Field. Prequent failures of clover may not be due so much to poor soil or dry seasons as to the absence of the proper kind of boltite. Clover boltite does not thrive on all soils, the application of ground limestone is well off and the introduction of a few hundred pounds of ground from a clover field may quickly cure a clover sick plot - town Homestead. PITTSBURG, KANSAS. The District Conference of the A. M. e church which was held in this city last week was a grand success. The attendance was very good. The choir furnished excellent music, and the Pittsburg High school glee club sang two beautiful selections. The musical program given at the Progressive hall by Mrs. J. T. Elias was a grand success. Those present on the program: Solo, Miss Mabel Cole; recitation, Mrs. Green; instrumental solo, Mr. Ralph Cole; instrumental solo, Miss Esther Elias; recitation, Miss Garrett; instrumental duet, Miss Leota Fletcher and Miss Veonia Pyles; recitation, Mrs. Julia Fletcher. Miss Ina McDaniel of Chanute was visiting friends last week. Mis Bculah Gaston of Chanute was a delegate to the District Conference. The closing exercises of the Douglass school were held at Mt. Hebron Baptist church on Friday evening, May 23d. Program: Chorus—"Onward Christian Soldier," School. Invocation—Rev. J. T. Elias. Chorus—"Lost Chord," Douglass Choir. Recitation—"General Warren's Address," Jasper Croft. "The Choice of Trades," Ten Boys. Recitation—"Ode to Ethiopia," Arthur James. Dialogue "Foxy Grandpa." Recitation—"Be Careful What You Say," Lola Cunningham. Instrumental Solo—"The Soldier's Farewell," Ralph Cole. Paper—"Life of Booker T. Washington," Lewis Jackson. Dialogue—"Neighborly Calls." Recitation—"Papa's Sums in Fractions," Della Coleman. Valedictory—Ruth Caldwell. Solo—"I Love You all the While," Beatrice Dismuke. Dialogue—"Sick Doll." Recitation—"Boy's Trouble," Eddie Boyd. Instrumental Solo—Viola Heath. Paper—"A Good Conscience," Albert Crouch. Solo—"O Fair Dove, O Fond Dove." Paper—"The Birth of a New South," Ralph Cole. Recitation—Odelia White. Dialogue—"Fox and Geese," Alberb Gohanan, Willie Yarborgh, Viewter Pierce. Oration—"My Favorite Hero," Mable Cole. Red, White and Blue Drill. Night Cap Song. Recitation—"Mr. Nobody," Willie Peoples. Wand Drill. Chorus—High School Girls' Glee Club. Mrs. Dismuke entertained a few friends in honor of Miss Beulah Gaston. Misses Alice and Martina Fluellen were in the city attending the A. M. E. Conference. Prof A. N. Wright and Francis Williams have been elected to teach in the public schools next term. The Home Mission Circle will meet Thursday afternoon with Mrs. H. II. Hopkins. The following letter concerns the First Baptist church at Carbondale: Emporia, Kansas, May 26.—We, the undersigned, deacons of the Saint James Baptist church of Emporia, will state that the report to the effect that Rev. Wilson has given this congregation trouble is false. It is a rumor, but started by some weak person who listens to folly rather than the word of God. All the trouble in our church was started by the pastor, Rev. Alford. Deacons:— L. WOODS. J. JOBE. H. BANKS, Sec. Board. The church at Carbondale gives the Rev. Mr. Wilson a clean bill in the following; Rev. Wilson is here in business and we know nothing contrary except as a Christian gentleman. He is in business and we wish him success. G. A. HARRISON, Church Clerk. LINCOLN, NEBRASKA. Mrs. Major Moore left for Muskogee, Okla. Tuesday where she will attend the National Baptist Sunday School convention June 19, and after game will meet the Grand Lodge of the Count at Wichita, Kansas. Mrs. Grace Hutton returned Friday of last week to her home at Omaha, after a prominent visit with friends in the capital city. Amaranth Chapter No. 54, O. E. S. gave their "R ther" day program at the Muskogee hall last Sunday after noon, and was recorded a fath crowd. Rey Johnson, chaplain of the state peritentiary, preached for Rev. May and congregation last Sunday night of Mt. Zion Baptist church. His talk THE Every box of "FORO" is fully guaranteed without reservation or restriction. Should the contents of this box, FOR ANY REASON, not meet with the approval of the purchaser, it may be returned at our expense, stating where purchased, and we will replace same tree of charge. A was very interesting. Mrs. Mayme Griffin is confined to her bed on account of illness. The remains of Mr. James Miller were shipped to his old home in North Carolina for interment. The body was accompanied by his brothers, Wm. T. and George, and family. The funeral of William Murray, who died last Tuesday, was held at the A. M. E. church last Thursday at 2:30 p. m., Rev. C. R. Runyon officiating. The bereaved has the sympathy of the community. We are proud to have two colored students enter the Lincoln Basin college in the bookkeeping department. The school is widely known and has been in existence for twenty-nine years. We feel that these students will profit by the experience to be gained there. They are Mr. Freeman and sister from Holt Co. Lebanon Lodge No. 126, A. F. and A. M. will hold their annual sermon at Masonic hall June 22, at 3 p. m. All Masons take notice. COTFEYVILLE, KANSAS. Miss Ida Dawson is visiting on "Sandy Ridge" this week. Mr. Detts Summer, Frank Jenkins and Misses Vera Woods and Dimple Ingram were delightfully entertained by Misses Ida Dawson and Clyda Bradford Friday, May 30, from five to eight, at the home of the former. Mr. Wells Ingram was the victim of an accident when returning to his home last Saturday night an automobile without lights ran into his buggy and caused him to be thrown out, but not seriously hurt. The play, "Who Killed Cock Robin?" given by Elsie Hatley and her little pupa was a great success. Miss Nina Guinn is preparing to return to her home for the school vacation. She lives at Kansas City. Miss Clyda Bradford, a pupil of M. C. H. S. at Independence, has returned to her home to spend the summer.* Mr. Iron McCann spent last Friday evening in our city, guest of Mrs. Dawson. Mrs. Carrie Surveyor is all at her home on B. 7th street. Mrs. W. E. Love and Miss Elbie Hulley are preparing to spend the summer in Colorado. Mr. Carl Monocov visited in our city Thursday evening of last week. Mrs. Toul was the guest of Miss I. A Ingram last Sunday afternoon. GREAT BEND, KANSAS. Mr. George Walker, a prominent former home man Great Bed and Laughers, Miss Emma and Edna, left the city for Atlanta City, from there they will go to Muskogee, Okla., to attend the Wild Hippo Association. A number of people there at the home of M. and Mrs James Buchanan, where a birthday party was given in honor of Miss Irene --- Williams. The hostess were: Mrs. James Buchanan, Mrs. C. F. Williams and Miss Alta Williams. The house was decorated in red and white making a brilliant effect and on the table was a Japanese basket filled with birthday flowers. The place cards were tiny birthday cards of the month and birthstones. Music, games and guessing contest furnished plenty of miment. First prize was awarded to Rebecca Bowser, second Ethiel Mitcheaux and the body went to Ellsworth Bowser. Dainty refreshments were served and all left wishing Miss Williams many happy birthdays. Mrs. L. D. Williams is recovering from her recent illness. Mrs. Effie Fulton and childrtn left Sunday for their home in Denver. She has been visiting her folks, Mr. and Mrs. L. D. Williams. Praston M. Phillips, field man for The Plaindealer for the western district writes us from Great Bend: It is very dry at present, but the farmers will be able to gather enough of a crop for seed. Our business gives us an occasion to almost make a door to door visit among our folks, whom we found doing nicely. We also met our old friend, Ed. Poole, who owns six or seven sections of land and is making good, also Mr. Bachanan, a former Topekan is making history as a Kansas farmer. He owns half a section and would not exchange it for a farm elsewhere. Among others interested in the business world is Mr. Everett Selectman, who is running a nice up-to-date barbershop and has amused a nice stink patrol, also Mr. C. W. Irwin has opened up a nice up-to-date cafe and enjoys a nice building. The Muncawss, Robbinsons and McDonalds are also numbered among the progressive workers of Barton county Mrs. Esparro McAdoo, of Wichita, is in the city for an extended visit with her parents, Rev. and Mrs. B. B. Ross. Miss Mirna Bradford, who has been attending Western Tuskegee Institute at Topkna for the past year, is at home with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Miller. Miss Alma V. Porter, who has been attending the State Normal school at Emporia is in the city visiting her friend, Mrs. Zola Lewis. She is on her way to Okmulgee, Okla., to spend her vacation with her parents. H B Shelly son of R M Shelby, was the owner of an automobile Sat- today. He didarlo while not so dangerous are very painful. Boy Mack Allen and wife of La- Croix was in the city Sunday. The rally of the A. M. E. church St. Mary's doubled once. One hundred dollars. The of the all did well. M. Alice Davis, who was cap- tion of all held them at nine which was $2150. Delegates were PAOLA, KANSAS. Dont You Know The Afro-American Investment & Employment Co offers its services to the Negroes of Kansas City and the Southwest as their one best protection when it concerns Real Estate Investments or Employment as this company makes a specialty of handling Real Estate and Rentals as well as finding employment for Negroes. In the past three years the Afro-American Investment & Employment Co. has sold more homes and found more employment for the Negroes of Kansas City than all the other offices combined. The Afro-American Investment & Employment Co has the most desirable list of houses for sale or rent to Negroes, every one who buys a home or a business has full protection when it comes to getting the lowest price and terms, making out the legal jupers and arranging payments and interest so that they can be met without any hardship on the buyer. Employment for Home Buyers. If a man buys a home or rents from the Afro-American Investment & Employment Co. he can rest assured that he will be kept steadily employed at good wages. If a man buys a home from the Afro-American Investment & Employment Co. he will be taken care of when it comes time to have his mortgages renewed or if he wishes to borrow money. No White Agents Can show you as complete a list of Real Estate for sale to Negroes as the Afro-American Investment &ployment Co., neither will they give you the protection in buying or in keeping up your payments after you have bought. The Reason Is Because the Afro-American Investment & Employment Co makes a specialty of selling and renting homes and furnishing employment to Negroes and the white company simply makes a deal with Negroes once in awhile as a side issue and is not bothered whether you are satisfied or not or whether you pay out or lose out. A Record to be Proud of. . . The Afro-American Investment & Employment Co has been doing business in Kansas City for the past eight years, and in that time they have sold hundreds of homes and placed thousands of men and women in good positions. And of all of the many homes sold, the company has foreclosed but one mortgage. Of the many customers who have bought homes through this company not one has been allowed to pay one cent more than the original price asked by the owner. The Afro-American Investment & Employment Co guarantees their prices on property to be as low as any other agent's on the same property. The Employment Department is a medium by which the best employers get in touch with the best servants. And is no longer looked upon as the place where the Hard to Please employer gets unreliable servants and the servants gets robbed of their money. The Afro-American's plan of a job now and pay when you have earned the money has made many friends for the Employment Agency. The Company is preparing a very desirable list of homes for sale in the near future. Get intouch with them and you will be pleased with their war of doing business. 8-room modern brick, full 2-story, large rooms and halls, in good condition, large level yard 35 x 160. This will make an ideal home, as this part of the city is high, commanding a view of Greater Kansas City. For quick sale the price has been reduced to $3,500. Rents for $30 per month. 1101-1103 Michigan Corner lot, 50 x 125, with 2 frame houses, 5-room and 6-room. This is a fine investment. Price $3,500. Chicken Ranches. Onn Strange Line, 10c fare, 2 acres of ground, 5-room house. Price $2,900. Quindaro, Kansas, 114 acres, 2 blocks from Western University, Price $450. 1 block from Rosedale car line, 2 acre of ground, 4-room house. Price $1,500. 27.32 Norton, 4-robm cottage. Price $850. 2017 Woodland, 8-room modern buck. Price $2,500. Any of the above properties will be sold to responsible people on Easy Terms. Call at office and get complete list of houses for sale and rent. AFRO-AMERICAN INVESTMENT AFRO-AMERICAN INVESTMENT & EMPLOYMENT CO., 911 McGee Street. Home Phone, Main 7555. Bell Phon eMain 751 We have several good farms for sale in Kansas. WONDERFUL RESULTS ON SHORT NOTICE I have used your Pomade. It is the best thing I ever used for making early hair hair smooth. I have not finished my first bottle, but can see wonderful results, writes Mrs. Louise E. Hayes or Pimelie, C. Try Ford's Hair Pomade for harsh stubborn and unruly Lour and Ford's Royal White Sham Lotion for the complexion. Ask your dispenser for them. Be sure and get the genuine Ford's manufacture Lour by Osmons Ox Marrow Company Caneago, Tk. here from LaCyrne and Hillsdale, Rv. Rv. and his members are very much used of the rally. Mr. Noble Fine, of Pleasant, in th. city, of state, Mrs. R. B. Shalay. Mrs. Hannah I. of Kansas city, was born in such on business. [Portrait of a man with a mustache and a suit, facing left.] Rev. H. W. White, Newly Installed Pastor of Ebenezer Baptist Church, Atchison, Kansas. Protest Against the State Convention. A LETTER FROM THE EBNEZER BAPTIST CHURCH OF ATCHISON, KANSAS-A PROTEST FOR CAUSE. To the Baptists of Kansas: We, the members of Ebenezer Baptist church, are trying to complete ch edifice, which will thousand dollars and for this reason cannot by any means, help to take care of the messengers of your Convention. Done by order of the church, June 1, 1913. REV. H. W. WHITE, Pastor. CARRIE BROWN, Clerk. COFFLEVILLE, KANSAS. Miss Irene Thompson, who has been attending the Topeka Industrial Institute arrived home Friday. She has studied earnestly and graduated from the institution with the class this spring. The social given by Miss Lottie Cartright Thursday evening of last week for the benefit of Macedonia Sunday school was quite a success. Mr Robins of Pittsburg was in the city Memorial Day and stayed until Sunday evening visiting relatives and friends. Mrs Manda Thompson attended the commencement exercises at the Topeka Industrial Institute, returning Friday of last week and reports a grand time. The installation of the Knights and Daughters of Tabor was a grand affair at Odd Fellows hall Tuesday evening. The hall was crowded and everyone seemed to enjoy themselves. Excellent music was furnished by the band. Rev. P. D. Skinner attended the commencement at the Western Tuskegee at Topeka and reports a very delightful time. Class A Eighth grade of the Lincoln school gave a surprise party on their teacher, Prof. W. A. Easter Thursday evening of last week. A delightful time was spent. At a late hour ice cream, cake and lemonade was served. Prisco Skinner, who had been attending the Topeka Industrial Institute has returned home to spend the summer. After being off of the job for a several weeks, ye correspo glad to be back on the works once more. Manhattan will royally welcome a large multitude of delegates to the city who will arrive here to be in attendance on the A. M. E. District Conference. Rev. H. S. Henrie expects to make this one of the most wide-awake assemblys ever met in Manhattan. T. J. Woods is the only colored base ball magnate who owns two ball teams that can deliver the goods. Miss Daisy Hall of the K. S. A. C. made Miss Montrula Harding of Junction City, a pleasant visit the latter part of last week. We are sorry to say but Miss Hall's only interesting scenery outside of the Harding home was the cemetery which sounds bad for Junction City. A few old mess-backs presented a remonstrance to the city commissioners against the paying of Fourth street from the depot to the city square. The commissioners ignored it and now we will have a big lot of public work going on in Manhattan. Hon. Nick Chiles, the genial editor of The Plaindealer was in the city one day last week in the interest of his great moral guide and Christian educator. Mr. Morris Alexander met with a painful accident while changing his clothing one day last week. Someone assisted him taking his cash out of his pockets so he wasn't bothered by having to change his money. The only thing left for him to do was to go ahead with his work. SAY JOHNSON IS WEAKENING! Washingtonians Condemn Recorder of Deeds for His Attitude Toward White South. Washington, May 30.—Two weeks ago the white newspapers carried a sensational report about what the Democratic Fairplay Association had uncovered in the office of Recorder of Deeds. A white woman of uncertain age in the office had made a lot of charges; that colored employees and whites were forced to work side by side in the same room; that she had been threatened with bodily punishment by a colored female clerk half her size, and a lot of other charges which reflected on every colored employee in the office. Mr. Oliver, Senator O'Gorman's clerk, took up the cause of this white woman of uncertain age, and pre-emptorily ordered Recorder Henry Lincoln Johnson to come to his office about it. And Jonson went at the behest of this clerk. On the outside Mr. Johnson assured his colored friends that the charges were a tissue of lies, which was true, and that he proposed to summarily discharge the white female. In any other office an employee making serious, unfounded and unproven charges against the office in which he or she worked, would have been discharged forthwith. Mr. Johnson has made three trips to see Senator O'Gorman's clerk, but not yet has he discharged this white clerk, and neither has he investigated the charges with a view of clearing the colored clerks. Everyone here is of the opinion that the colored employees in his office are entitled to consideration; that he should protect them by publicity asserting the charges of the white woman were viciously false, and by the dismissal of the white clerk, as he stated he would do. No one here now believes anything will be done whatever. Senator O'Gorman's clerk has either sung Mr. Johnson, the Recorder into a peaceful slumber, or he is so truulent to a white subordinate that he fears to protect his colored employees for fear of losing his own job. When Johnson stated he was going to dismiss the offending white clerk who filed unfounded charges against colored employees of the office, everybody here referred to him as "Manly Link Johnson." Now the colored people are wondering why he is not "manly enough to protect his own race. The white clerk will not be dismissed. BEATRICE, NEBRASKA. Miss Lela Arnett entertained the D. S. P. at her home last Thursday evening. About thirty-five people were present. The evening was spent in music and games, after which the hostess served a dainty three-course luncheon. A "Hard Time" soclai was given at St. Paul A. M. E. church Friday evening of last week in charge of the Misses Nondus Scott, Grace Gordon, and Lela Arnett. Mrs. Geo. Robinson was awarded the prize for the "tackiest" dressed woman, and Mr. Wm. Arnett for the "tackiest" dressed man present. Rev. R. S. Brown, Miss Nondus Scott and Miss Grace Gordon have returned from Horton, Kansas, where they attended the District Conference and Sunday School convention. Sunday will be observed as Children's Day at the St. Paul A. M. E. church. Ms. Chrysola Runyon of Lincoln, was a visitor in the city recently. Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Robinson have purchased a new home on South 11th street. HLAWATHA, KANSAS. Rev. T. B. Barclay is in western Nebraska on business. During his absence A. S. Miller is filling his pulpit. Last Sunday he preached at Highland. A birthday party was given at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Howard Kimsey in honor of Miss Elizabeth Henry. Refreshments of sandwiches, raspberry ice cream mand cake were served. Miss Henry received many beautiful presents. Mr. and Mrs. John Hughes and family attended the commencement exercises in Kansas City last week. We are glad to note at this writing that Misses Edna Greene and Lelia Miller were among the High school graduates this year. The schools are mixed here, but these two young ladies are the first graduates we have had for three or four years. Both are accomplished and we predict for them a bright future. KANSAS CITY, KANSAS. Dear Editor: Please allow me space to speak a few words through your paper concerning our success in the opening of our new auditorium of the Eighth St. Baptist church. At sunrise praise meeting. The Holy Spirit was there. At 10.30 a.m. Rev. D. B. Jackson was on the scene and read the 100th and 101st Psalms of David. The church and congregation sang "I love thy kingdom, Lord, the house of Thine abode." Deacon Richard Sanders led in prayer. Then Miss Orpheus Scott sang a solo. Rev. Jackson took for a text Mark 5:19, subject: "What the Lord has done for us and still doing." The church was thinned by reason of what was said by the pastor, and accompanied by the spirit of Christ. After a short brief sermon, the church joined into a covenant meeting which was good. At 1:30 p. m. we re-assembled upon a funeral occasion of Brother Wm. Miller, who had served the church in almost every place, including the clubs. At his death he was financial clerk of the church. All the high orders of the Odd Fellows, etc, were out upon this occasion. The church again assembled, with some of the many friends who had been invited to these meetings. Rev. J. M. Booker, master of ceremonies, read the scripture. Prayer was offered. Music by the Pleasant Green Baptist church choir. Kansas City, Missouri. Mayor C. W. Green was introduced and made some worthy remarks upon the church work, citizenship and accomplishment. We andod listened well to these timely remarks. Mr. L. J. Gillis, manager of the Badger Lumber Co., greeted the church which he has known by reputation for many years, for whom he spoke well and complimented the sticking by the leadership of its pastor, saying: "Long leadership is the best for the church." Rev. Chewning of the Chelsea Park white Baptist church spoke of the great achievements of the church in building such a magnificent stone edifice. Revs. G. H. Daniels, J. R. McCarthey, J. W. Hurse, G. McNeal, J. W. Clay W. H. Hill and Dr. W. A. Bowren were present. The Masonic lodges were out in full force with two bands to make music upon this occasion, under the leadership of Brothers R. L. Bruce and E. Holmes. After some remarks by some of the men high in the order, Rev. W. A. Bowren, with timely remarks, as this being a day of great achievements for the pastor, and presented him a diploma, showing the degree of Doctor of Divinity had been conferred upon him by the Afro-American School of Correspondence of Washington, D. C., of which Dr. Thos. L. Jones is president, and W. Bishop Plaindealer Wants Yours Johnson D. D., LL. D., is secretary. The church and friends rejoiced at the honor given pastor D. B. Jackson At 8 p. m. Rev. J. R. Richardson, pastor of the Mt. Pleasant Baptist church, preached an able sermon, and a glorious time was seen and felt. In this rally the church realized the sum of $1,410.21. God bless all who helped in this work for the Master. GREEN NOT LYNCHED, BUT ONLY WHIPPED! Head of Knights of Pythlas Punished By Florida Mob for Pullman Car Riding—White Pythians Suspected. New Orleans, May 28.—Today reports are flying thick and fast, but the latest reports are to the effect that S. W. Green, the wealthy and influential Supreme Grand Chancellor of the national order of the Knights of Pythias, was not killed by the Florida mob, as the first reports indicated, but only whipped. The tension is lessening, caused by the first dispatches which came from Milton, Ila, and said that: S. W. Green, Supreme Chancellor of the colored Knights of Pythias, was taken off a train near that town last night by a mob of white men and lynched in the woods. Green, it is said, had been insisting on riding in Pullman sleeping cars in states where the Jim Crow law is in effect. Pullman porters who arrived here today told of the lynching. They said that Green had left the white coach and gone in the colored apartment when taken from the train. Green was wealthy. He had headquarters here in the Pythian temple, an eight story building, and the only skyscraper in the world owned by colored people. Later Reports Only Whipped. But later reports indicate that Mr. Green escaped at least with his life. Press dispatches sent to the New York Times say that he was only beaten by the Million mob. The trouble occurred while on his way to the session of the Grand Lodge held at Ocala, Florida. Mr. Green also experienced trouble upon his return from Ocala, having been rescued by a sheriff at Milton Junction, Fla., as a mob was present to take him out of his stateroom. Mindful of his unpleasant experience last week Supreme Chancellor Green secured a stateroom upon his return to New Orleans. He did not mingle with the whites and it was not until Tuesday that he was discovered on the Pullman. Before the train reached River Junction the supreme chancellor was Why Not Let.... BRO Prescrip He has pleased t in Topeka for 15 next one to the b Drug Store at 404 Kansas He has pleased the best Physicians in Topeka for 15 years. Take your next one to the big, fresh stocked Drug Store at Phone 4211. asked by the train conductor to go into the "Jim Crow" car, as a mob was bent on lynching him for having the nerve to ride on a Pullman. When the train reached River Junction a crowd of poor whites boarded the train in search of him, but he was not identified in the "Jim Crow" car. When the train reached Milton, another mob tried to get the supreme chancellor, who was rescued after being cuffed and roughly handled by the sheriff. He was later put under bond for violating the "Jim Crow" law and permitted to proceed to New Orleans.—Amsterdam News. NEGRO WOMAN AT HEAD OF BUREAU IN WELFARE BOARD Situation Makes White Women Investigators Report to Her. Fannie J. Jackson, a Negro woman, has been certified by the civil service board as head of the registration bureau of the board of public welfare. Social investigators, white women, make their reports to the head of the bureau. L. A. Halbert, general superintendent of the welfare deepartment, is having his objections to the situation met with liberal quotations from his writings on the Negro question. Halbert wrote the preface to Prof. to Asa L. Martin's book on "Our Negro the Population," which won the Kansas City professor a fellowship at Cor-well university. In his preface Hal- bert says: "Absolute justice toward the Negro on the part of every public agency is fundamental, if we expect to make a good citizen of him. "The mental suffering which the Negro of intelligence and refinement must undergo is distressing beyond the power of any ordinary person to imagine, and it only fair to demand of the white community that they should be discriminating in their judgments and that Negroes should be judged according to their individual merits and qualities, and not merely according to their color. "A good many Negroes who have been prepared for office work or literary or professional pursuits are either idle or working as porters, barbers or waiters. "The community should so arrange as to get the best possible return for the money invested in Negro education. "Nobody should be so prejudiced as to countenance unnecessary suffering on the part of Negroes. "An important feature in the industrial failure of the Negro is that so many occupations are closed to him because of his color." Heretofore the Negro employes of the welfare board have been assigned to Negro districts and none had authority over white employes. In the face of Halbert's writings, both the welfare and civil service boards are in a quandary. f me ease =