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TOPEKA PLAINDEALER AMBASSADOR'S BOOK OFFENDS THE SOUTH Dixie Statesman Squirms When Facts are Flaunted Into His Face. Historical Society State House Fifteenth Year. No. 31. "Get-Rich-Quick" In AMBASSADOR'S OFFENDS T Dixie Statesman Squ are Flaunted Int From the Kansas City Star: It's been fine sailing for "them literary fellers" in the waters of diplomatic appointmentets ever since President Wilson assumed office. It simply has been a case of the Executive's saying, "I wish Mr. Author ambassador to So-and-So-Land," and of the Senate's politely responding with, "Certainly, Mr. President"—confirming the nomination. But rocks are ahead of any such further peaceful proceedings. Augustus Octavius Bacon—the same being a senator from Georgia—rises to announce that hereafter no foreign appointments will go through the Senate until books of authors nominated by the President have been "passed upon." The occasion for the outburst of the Georgia statesman is his discovery of certain sentiments in "The Southerner," written under the pen name, "Nicholas Worth," by William H. Page, recently made ambassador to Great Britain, of which the senator does not at all approve. Nay, more than that, he is indignant at what he terms Mr. Page's "reflections on the South." In the book, the "Southerner's" father was a "Union man" in North Carolina. He did not believe in secession. Nicholas Worth says of his father: "I remember having heard him once call it (secession) a 'foolish enterprise.' But he could not escape the confederate government if he had wished, and although he opposed the war he did not wish to be regarded by his neighbors as a 'traltor.'" Dislikes "Violent Religion." Pious church people of the South change that Mr. Page in the Souther" aneered at religion. Writing of a revival that the Worths were interested in, where sinners went to mourners' bench, the "Southerner" said: "There was an indescribable terror in this violent religion for me, and (I suspect) for my mother, too." Nicholas Worth went to Harvard. His people protested against Harvard. "Heaven," Worth to the bitterest part of the North, the home of the old abolitionism and hatred of the South." After spending sometime at Harvard Worth's said: "I had grown up in an atmosphere (a raw atmosphere, no doubt), wherein we permitted our emotions to have free play, till in manny cases they had been mistaken for thought. I date say—a raw, rural society where there was a suppression of thought but never natural reserve." Bacon Sizzled at This. "The Southern youth at that time in particular had what I shall call thought the oratorical habit of mind. We thought in rotund, even grandoise, phases. Rousing speech came more naturally than accuracy of statement. A somewhat exaggerated manner and a tendency to sweeping generalizations were easy to us. You can trace this quality in the minds of Southern men of my generation, especially men in public life. It came from an undue development of their emotional nature and a lack of exact training—the result of a system of life and study that was medineval." Senator Bacon, it is understood, halked, and kicked when he read the foregoing characterization of Southern public men. Young Worth met a lad by the name of Cooley, from Boston, at Harvard, and learned something about New England from him. He visited the Cooley home and met Mrs. Cooley, mother of his college chum. They pened his eyes. Laked Religious Freedom. "I ever now recall with gratitude the freedom that I felt and the rest in having my own religious doubts dispelled," Mr. Page made Worth say, after a sojourn with the Cooleys. "It was like the tingle of the New England air the early spring. But my mother? And Margaret? (His cousin.) Dear little Margaret would not even understand why there had been any doubts in the first place. I wrote nothing of these things to them." But Worth did write to his old Northf friend, Johnn Cary, who had also had doubts, as follows: "It is as we suspected. In Germany, in England, and here, every really independent mind has long ago thrown away those medicinal dogmas. "The histories and biographies and recollections and traditions that make up the Bible were gathered from many sources. Critical scholarship has now traced them all, or nearly all, to the authors or to the places and times of their origin; and many of them were written by other men than the men whose name they bear." In "The Southerner" Mr. Pare tells of a race disturbance at Haitavard over a Negro student. The Negro had his room in a private house, and somebody hired the house who objected to his presence because he was a Negro. This at once raised a storm off protest. "It was the first display that I had seen of that sentimentality toward black persons which makes them pet—and victims—of a determined and ostentatious display of 'justice.'" The story continues: "It was many years afterward that I ventured this definition of the Negro in the United States: "A person of African blood (much or little) about whom men of English descent tell only half the truth, and because of whom they do not act with frankness and sanity either toward the Negro or to one another—in a word, about whom they easily lose their common sense, their usual good judgment, and even their powers of accurate observation. The Negro-in-America, therefore, is a form of in-unity that overtakes white men." Upon Nicholls, Worth's return to his old home he saw things with different eyes. "Here was poverty, a depressed population, the die-squalor of the Regina now that slavery was relaxed, and the hopelessness of the white man who had been deadened by an old economic error. "Was it my home, and my land, where there were no neat villages and well kept lawns and painted fences as in New England?" Exposes Political Shams. Worth settled at Marlborough, or Raleigh in reality, but he could not adapt himself to his surroundings. He did not fall in with "the old soldier jacket." "Why, North Carolina and Georgia were at one time about to recede from the Confederacy," one of the North Carolina majors in "The Southerner," is quoted as saying: "Both Governor Vance and Governor Brown reached a point beyond which they would not endure President Davis' methods." Speaking for himself, Worth says: "About the Confederacy and the war I cared not a tap. They were brave men who fought in it. I was willing to honor them for their bravery. That was easy. But—that was not all. If I should address such an audience (Confederate veterans in reunion meeting) on such an occasion, that would mean my identification with all that stood in the way of the people's rise. The line of cleavage ran there—precisely there. The line between honesty and humbug ran there." AFRICAN CHIEF TO COLLEGE! A Tribe Without a Written Language Represented at Harvard. Cumbridge, Mass., July 13—A full blooded African chieftain has just passed his entrance examination at Harvard with flying colors and will enter the university next September as a member of the class of 1917. He is P. Gba Wolo. His people, three hundred thousand strong, are the Krus of Luberia. They have no written language, so that the only way he can communicate with his family is through traders on the coast who send the message by word of mouth along the trail. With the assistance of Mrs. Chas. E. Dickerson, wife of the principal of Northfield Seminary, he begun the TOPEKA, KANSAS, FRIDAY MORNING AUGUST 1, 1913. stupendious task of reducing his language to writing, making a grammar and translating the Bible. At Mount Hermon, his preparatory school, Welo made an excellent record in his studies. He delivered the Latin oration at the commencement. He speaks French fluently and English without a trace of accent. NOTICE TO PRINCE HALL GRAND CHAPTER, R. A. M. To all Grand Officers of Prince Hall Grand Chapter, Royal Arch Masons: The Grand Chapter will convene at Iola, Kansas, Monday morning, August 25th, 1913, at nine o'clock. When the roll is called I hope to hear all Grand Officers of the Grand Chapter to answer to their names. To all High Priests and Representatives of Subordinate Chapters: Please be present so that you can report to the committee on credentials. All High Priests and Companions are cordially invited to be present at this thirty-fifth convocation. For further information, address, G. A. LONG, G. H. P., of Kansas and Jurisdiction, 719 Everett Ave., Kannas City, Kannas. NEGRO CANDIDATE INDORSED Muskogee Democrats Want Patterson to Have Place in Treasury. A special from Muskogee, Oklahoma to the Associated Press says: Leading Democrat of Muskogee, today wired Senator Gore their indorsement of A. E. Patterson as registrar of the treasury in the event the administration continues the policy of keeping a Negro in his place. Patterson, a Muskogee Negro, was named by President Wilson last week, and since that time protests have been pouring into Washington from Oklahoma against its confirmation. The Oklahoma senators are standing pat for Patterson, while the other members of the delegation are again-t him. THE DIVIDING HOUSE THE DIVIDING HOUSE Can the Government Survive Under Laws Based on Color? Lincoln's celebrated contention that a nation could not long endure half slave and half free was indicated by history. This nation at last became free. The house ceased to be divided against itself and did not fall. At least our fathers believe that when the long Civil strife was over, when the thirteenth, fourteenth and fifteenth amendments had been added to the Constitution, that, henceforth forever this government was pledged to the just and fair treatment of all citizens irrespective of "race, color, or previous condition of servitude." They thought they knew what a free country meant. They imagined that by their sacrifices of treasure and of blood they had made this country free. What is constitutional or unconstitutional, what may or may not be law by decisions of courts and judges, is not our question now. This is our contention—that any country that has two ways of treating its citizens according as they happen to be white or black is unworthy the name of a free republic. The government that can demand of me and of my colored neighbor that in the hour of national peril we both lay down our lives in its defense, is itself in slavery to some master, or is dead to all sense of humor, unless it accords us both the same rights, privileges, immunities as citizens, "Jim Crow" cars for him, Pullman sleepers for me; second tables for him, first tables for me; a protected path to the ballot-box for me, and a path blocked and barred by fraud and tenor for him; whatever the law that makes possible this different treatment on the ground of the difference in color between big skin and mine, we appeal from now and always to that higher law founded in the eternal justice of God. To such wrongs as are heaped upon the colored citizens of the United States in many parts of our country white men would not submit an hour. The day must come when black men will refuse to be defrauded longer of their rights. They too are coming to their own as self-respecting men. Eleven millions today, twenty millions soon—what of that not distant hour when they will do exactly what you and I, my white fellow-citizens, would do, were we in their places? The house once more is dividing against itself. F. H. R- PYTHIANS ARE GROWING! "Brave Men" and Court of Calanthe Show Large Gains. The Knights of Pythias Grand Judge and the Court of Calanthe met in grand session at Kaneas City, Kas., last week. The session opened at the First A. M. E. church, Elighth and Nebraska avenue, of which the Rev. Dr. R. Ransom is pastor. The address of welcome was delivered by the police judge on behalf of the city, the mayor being unable to be present. A fine program was rendered con- solation of music and speeches. The Court of Calanthe held their sessions at the M. & O. Hall and the Knights at Sumner High School, Mrs. Lulu Summers, Grand Worthy Councilor, presiding. The order has almost doubled in membership since she has been at the head of the craft. The reports of the various officers showed plenty money on hand to meet all obligations, besides a good, healthy reserve fund to protect the widowers and orphans. Mrs. Summers' recollection shows the high esteem in which she is held by the members. She has made them a splendid leader; lifted the order up where it is recognized as one of the strongest and best in the West. The following officers were elected for the ensuing year: Mrs. Lula Summers, Grand Worthy Counselor. Mrs. Drumgould of Arkansas City, Kansas, Grapl Seey, of the Endowment Bureau. Mrs. Ware of Lawrence, Grand Treasurer. Mrs. Adella Miller of Lawrence, Grand Secy. Mrs. Wallace, Grand Inspector. Mrs. Letha Hopkins, Grand Inspector. Mrs. G. W. Gordon, Grand Orator. Mrs. L. Woods, Grand Escott Mrs. Jessie Brown, Senior Director. Mrs. Lyla Crump, Junior Director. Mrs. Nannie Holmes, Grand Conductor. Mrs. DeVann, Assistant Grand Conductor. Mrs. Wilma Anderson, Grand Lecturor, Mrs. Mollie Wickwate, Grand Herald. Mrs. Julia Wilson, Grand Protector. Mr. John E. Lewis, of Wichita, was re-elected Grand Chancellor by declamation. The boys tried hard, but were unable to defeat him—that is according to the talk and wreepulling before the opening of the session, but at the prer time, the oppositin faded like snow under the glare of a burning sun. John is certainly a diplomat and one of the best campaign engineers since the days of Mark Hanna. He seems to have something hidden about him that draws men to him. The order is progressing nicely under his advice and management, although we think there should be a change, it is a giant's task to defeat Mr. Lewis. We will now lower our guns and just sit and wait until he grows tired of the job and just simply step down and out of his own accord. The session was splendid, and every body had a fair expression of what they desired, and by this it may be seen that everything was played on the square—right up in plain view of all. The treasury has grown stronger and all that is needed is for the Indies to do their duty. The next session will be held in Fort Scott in 1914. The representatives had a five time and the sessions of both bodies were lively and full of interest throughout. The citizens were courteous and royal in their welcome of the visitors and made them feel as though they were at home. Following are the newly elected officers. G. C., John E. Lewis, Wichita. V. C., Noble Gray, Cherokee. Prelate, Rev. J. W. Gordon, Iola. M. of W., Dr. S. H. Thompson, Kansas City. K of R. & S., Henry I. Monroe, Topeka. G. M. E., Dr. Sylvester H. Banks, Kansas City G T. E., F. M. Roberts, Wellington, S R, R H. Wade, Topka. Sackenels, Dr. Whittaker, Coffeyville and Mr. Taylor, Kansas City. KANSAS CITY, KANSAS Y. W. C. A. NOTES. The Yatara W. W. C. A., had sixteen in its swimming class this week. It was a jolly crowd that knew how to enjoy a thorough good time. Among those present were Mrs. W. L. Grant, Mrs. Ella Adams, Miss Sarah A. Chinn, Mrs. Caroline Shelton, Mrs. A. D. Shelby, Mrs. Lenora G. Harsel, Mrs. Elnora Garner, Mrs. A. G. Eskridge, Mrs. S. E. Roberts, Mrs. Lola Wilson, Miss L. J. Harlark, Miss Beatrice Stamps, Mrs. D. W. White, Mrs. H. D Voorhies, Miss Melonce Minor and Mrs. Lydia C. Smith. Women are requested to become boosters for the Young Women's Fifty women are wanted to bring into our ranks ten members, each. Our Bible class is busy. Miss. D. W. White, chairman of our membership committee is busy with her preparations for the membership campaign. Interesting vesper service is held from 3 to 4 o'clock on Sunday. All women and girls are invited to be present. Our subject last Sunday was "Consecration." Prominent among our recent visitors were C. O. Cooper, an octogenarian, of Kansas City, Mo., Mrs. Grant Dwing, of Wichita, Rev. J. W. Gordon, of Iola, Rev. D. B. Jackson, of this city, Miss Hermina G. Young, of Glasco, Mo., Miss Lactie Stamps, of Denver, Colo., Miss Edith Nowlen, of Leavenworth, Miss M. Louise Moore, of Port Scott. Among our own Association women were Mrs. S. C. Barkner, Mrs. P. K Douglass, Mrs. Lora B. Downs, Mrs. Mayme Jenkins, Mrs. Kate Cunning, Ms. Fred W. Perkins, Mrs. J. I. Davis, Mrs. W. L. Swain, Mrs. C. L. Crawford. All were agreeable visitors. The Rev. Dr. J. N. Vass, noted lecturer of Bible Institute fame will deliver his famous lecture upon "The Origin and Early History of the Negro" under the auspices of the Young Womens Christian Association at the First Baptist church, Rev. Dr. Wm. A. Bowen pastor on Tuesday evening, August. Admission free. All people are invited to be present. A silver offering will be lifted. Watch for the date next week. The Y. W. C. A. Girls through its committee headed by Mrs. T. H. Dickson have everything in readiness to give our guests the best time they ever had on the "Jolly Trip With the Y. W. C. A. Girls" on Friday evening, August 8. The main depot is at the Association, Fifth Street arnp State Avenue, Kansas City, Kansas. Conveyances are to start from the Association at 8:30, stopping at each station on schedule time. Our guests including men and women are asked to be on time. Make sure of your ticket before August 5th. Our aim is to bring all women to out of town include Mrs. Carter at Tiffany Springs, Mrs. W. P. Fairfax, Denver, Colo. Miss Allene Trotter, Colorado Springs, Colo. Bring your out of town friends to the Y. W. C. A. Our guests this summer have come from many states in the Union. Women and girls can join the Association on payment of one dollar yearly for the former and fifty cents yearly for the latter. Come and join the Association privileges. Our aim is to bibble all women to Christ and help each one to enjoy the abundabundant life. Tifn shrdl hrdl hrdl hrdlu vbkgq g PARSONS. KANSAS. The 27th was Elder Terrel's last quarterly meeting before the annual conference. Next in order will be the raising of dollar money. Mr. Roberta visited his aunt, Mrs. R. Blackwell at Okmulgere, Okla., last Price $1.50 Per Year. Mr and Mrs. J. Henderson left one day last week for Chicago, where they will spend a short vacation. Mrs. M. Craig has gone to Kansas City where she will spend the rest of the summer with her daughters. Miss Tessie Cole, of Baxter Springs is visiting her sister, Mrs. I. M. McMurry on Morgan avenue. The little sons of Mrs. Garner and Mrs. Jones are quite ill at this writing. The daughter of Mr. and Mrs. I. M. McMurry, Clara R. and Mr. Robert Morton were married July 20th. They are at home to friends, 2109 Morgan avenue. Mrs. O. K. Turner and daughter have returned from a ten days' visit in Kansas City. Mrs. Maggie Payne and Mrs. Hudson have returned from the session of Household of Ruth which met in Osage City. While away they visited friends in Kansas City a few days. The A. M. B. Sunday school gave a picnic on the 31st, and all report a delightful time. This section is in need of a good rain. Mrs. Tobitha Robinson of Lee's Summitt, Mo., left for her home last Saturday morning after having spent a month with her daughter, Mrs. Henry Johnson. Mrs. Ernest Brown and her little daughter, Grice Vivian, departed last Saturday morning for Kansas City where Mrs. Brown will be at the bedside of her sister, Mrs. Wm. Johnson who is well known in Horton, having friends here are anxious that she soon recover. Mrs. Jerry Allen of Holton is very ill, and her only sister, two nieces, and one nephew have been summoned to her bedside, all of whom are from California. Little Silas Brooks met with a very painful accident last Friday afternoon when he ran a splinter through his foot. The doctor had to put him under the influence of ether to extract the splinter. Mr. and Mrs. S. H. Poster have been remodeling the interior of their home, which is nicely located on Main street. Quite a number of Horton people attended the Bailey Waggoner picnic at Atchison July 18th. This has been a very busy week in Horton. A street Fair and Carnival company furnished amusement and with them was a band of young colored men from Gallatin, Mo., playing beautiful strains every evening, and Gallatin should be proud of them. Mr and Mrs. Robert Madison and Rey. Wm. Enyard and wife attended the A. M. E. church rally at Troy, Kansas, on July 20th. Mrs. Hugh Brooks delightfully entertained the ladies Coterie club on Thursday afternoon, July 17th and those present were Mesdames N. A. Clay, J. B. Fleming, Henry Johnson, J. R. Williams, M. G. Holloway, and Ben Starks Mrs. Walter Irving and children are visiting her father at Circleville. Mr. William Clay of St. Joseph, Ma. is the guest of his grand parents, Mr. and Mrs. H. Clay. Mrs. J. B. Fleming and daughter, Miss La Rue, attended the Sunday school picnic at Troy July 19th and were guests of Mrs. Goo Love. Mrs. Lulu Watkins entertained for her guest, Miss Nina B Brown of St. Joseph, Mo. with a very pleasant Saturday evening party July 19th. Those present were Misses Eva Parks, Sadie Cooper, Gertrude Masterson, Virgine Hayes, Mayetta Watkins, Mary Watkins, Edith Watkins, Geraldine Williams, Ethel Vuluzet, and Messis. Arthur Valuzet, Robert Williams, Eugene Flening, Jacob Clark, Clarence Hughes, Sterling Jennings, Roy Hayes, Lloyd Marshall Roy and Sterling Fuget, David and Edward Watkins and Wm. Jones of Muscotah. The Ladies Floral and Art club met at the home of Mrs. A. Gamble, and after all business was transacted Mrs. Gamble served ice cream and cake. Those present were Mrs. J. Irving, Jr., Mrs. Ed Lewis, Mrs. Robert Madison, Mrs. Clara Williams, and Mrs. Frank Hawkins. Mr. and Mrs. E. Buckner and Mr. and Mrs. Roy Miser have moved hero from St. Joseph, Mo. COFFEYVILLE, KANSAS. Rev. D. A. Jefferson and Mrs. Cordell attended the Southeaster District Baptist association at Oswego last week and report a very pleasant and profitable session. Mr. and Mrs. Walton are the happy parents of a fine boy. Dr. R. S. Whittaker and Dr. C. N. Goins attended the grand lodge session of the Knights of Pythias at Kansas City last week and report a grand time. Mr. Nathan Maddox and sister, Miss Rella Maddox, who have been at Tulsa Okla., all the summer, are at home again and Miss Maddox is confined to her bed on account of illness. Rev. D. A. Jefferson, pastor of the Macedonia Baptist church, preached a wonderful sermon at that church last Sunday from the theme: "Every Sheep Knows His Shepherd." Mrs. Jennie Coleman of Higginsville, Mo., who was called here to the bedside of her daughter, Mrs. G. Blackwell, who was very sick, and arrived here Saturday, July 19th received a telegram Friday of last week announcing the death of her sister, Mrs. G. F. Garrett of Guthrie, Okla. The body was shipped to Higginsville, Mo., for burial, and Mrs. Coleman left last Saturday for home to attend the funeral, leaving Mrs. Blackwell much improved, but unable to attend the funeral of her aunt. The Sunday School of the St. James M. E. Church gave a picnic at Stop 11 on the car line, Thursday. A large crowd went out and a nice time was enjoyed by all. Mr. E. Morland is reported on the sick list. Miss Lydia Counce and Mr. Robert Stringer were delegates to the Grand Lodge of the Odd Fellows and the Household of Ruth that met in Osage City, Kans, and reported a splendid session. The members of the Bethel A. M. E. church have just closed one of the most successful rallies ever held in this city. The congregation being organized into eight conferences, and all made good reports. David S. Morris, Bishop of the Missouri conference, led, with $90.00. One of the interesting features of the rally was a handsome sofa pillow cover embroidered by Mrs. Mary C. T. Morris and donated for the benefit of the Missouri conference, which was won by Mr. Dock Gilbert. Total amount raised $526.61. REV. H. H. McALLISTER, Pastor. PARSONS, KANSAS. Mrs. Alma Boone of Kansas City, is the guest of Mrs. N. T. Ransom. Mrs. Martha Craig has gone to Kansas City, Mo, for a three months' visit with her daughters, Mrs. J. W. Willis, Mrs. H. A. Brooks and Mrs. Joseph Stokes. Mr. Leslie Bridgewater went to Omaha, Neb., several days ago. Mrs. Osborne has returned to her home in Omaha, Neb., after a pleasant visit here with her sister Mrs. Albert Diggs. Mrs. N. C. Blair and Mrs. P. R. Hogan attended the Mite Missionary convention last week at Leavenworth. Mrs. J. Henderson entertained the Trusce Helper Board of the A. M. E. church Wednesday afternoon at her beautiful home on 22nd street Miss Rachel Lucile Dorsey is spending several weeks in Joplin, Mo, with her aunt, Mrs. C. H. Knaves. McMurry—Morton. On Sunday, July 20th, Rev. J. W. Williams of the A. M. E. church performed the ceremony in the marriage of Miss Clara McMurry to Mr. Robert Morton. The couple have many friends in the city and vicinity that wish them much happiness and prosperity. They will reside in Parsons. Mr. and Mrs. J. Henderson left Mr. and Mrs. J. Henderson left Thursday for Excelsior Springs, Mo., and from there they go to Cheago. Mr. John Young died Sunday, aged 23 years. His mother, Mrs. Young, is a widow and has been sick for a number of years. Mrs. Lucy Bridgewater is up again after a week's illness. Mrs. Jack Payne and Mrs. Charles Hudson have returned from Kansas City. Mrs. Charles Geary has returned from Oswego where she attended the Southeastern District Baptist Association during the past week. Robert L. Smith, M. D., has been admitted to practic medicine in the state of Kansas and has located in this his boyhood home. He is the youngest son of Mr. and Mrs. G. W. Smith, and has a host of friends here who will feel proud of his success and will aid him to attain that end. Rev. A. Fairfax, one of the oldest and most highly respected citizens of the city, is reported very ill. The water you drink at the Cobb Hotel, Claremore is the best in the world for Lumbago or any disorder of the kidneys. They will meet you at the depot if you write. Farm and Garden ORCHARD AND GARDEN PEST. Poisoned Bran and Clean Cultivation Two Ways of Fighting the Cutworm. The most satisfactory remedy for cutworms, which do much damage in garden and orchard, is a homemade material known as poisoned bran mash. It is prepared as follows: If a large amount is needed mix thoroughly one-half pound of paris green with twenty-five pounds of dry bran. Then prepare some sweetened water by mixing one quart of cheap molasses or two or three pounds of sugar with two gallons of water. Molten the poisoned bran with the sweetened water. Use just enough of the water to make the bran fairly moist If a small quantity is needed milk one teaspoonful of paris green with a quart of dry bran. It is not really necessary to measure the paris green accurately; simply use enough to give Photograph by New Hampshire college and experiment station. PARENT MOTH OF CUTWORM. the bran a slightly greenish tinge. Then prepare a pint of sweetened water and molesten the bran with this. Fill a pail with this material and scatter the poisoned bran over the surface of the ground so that small chunks half as big as a walnut or larger will be distributed every foot or two. Do this just before the plants are due to come up. Poultry must be kept away from the garden for a few days. After a week or two or after one or two rains the bits of bran usually disappear sufficiently so that there is little danger of poisoning poultry. Often cutworms cause excessive damage by cutting off newly set tomato plants or cabbage plants that have just been transplanted from seed boxes. Such plants may be rather easily protected by wrapping a small square or strip of paper around the stem when setting them out, so that the stem near the ground will be protected by a cylinder or collar of paper. This paper protector should extend into the ground half an inch and above ground two or three inches. If soft paper is used the collar should make two or three turns around the stem. If land is kept in clean cultivation in late summer, keeping down weeds, especially if it is in a crop such as potatoes or tomatoes in which there is only one plant to considerable area of soil, there will be few eggs laid there by the moths -Circular New Hampshire College and Experiment Station. Some way a neat farm home with buildings well painted always goes with a good farm and good farming Does anybody wonder why? Turning Alfalfa Into Park. At the Kansas experiment station 800 pounds of pork were made from one ton of alfalfa hay and 770 pounds from an acre of alfalfa pasture. At the Nebraska station hog rations consisting of one fourth alfalfa hay showed the alfalfa hay worth its weight in cornmeal and superior to the same weight of bann. The Iowa station made pig pork at $3.54 per 100 pounds and tanzilized 711 cents per bushel for corn. With alfalfa and corn, pork cost $2.88 per 100 pounds, and corn returned $0.6 cents per bushel, a difference of 33.13 per cent in favor of alfalfa. --- How to Handle Blackberries. When picking blackberries get them out of the sun as soon as possible or they'll turn red in spots and not be so salable. Hunt them into the crates and then into a cool collard time for shipping or selling. Fill the boxes full and pack neatly in clean packages. If you wut a finay price make the crates look attractive - Farm Journal To Kill Curdock. To kill buddock put crude carbide acid on the roots after cutting close to the ground with a hose. This method is effective and probably as cheap as anything. The carbide acid may be applied with a small oil can. A few drops poured into the crown of the plant will be found effective.—National Plant and Farmer Be Merciful to Your Dog. Unless there is a running stream near you so that the dog can get a drink when he is thirsty, fix him a dish and see that it is regularly supplied with fresh water. A dog is a dog; he is your dog and your friend; treat him as an h. Form Journal. ```markdown ``` PAYS SIX TO ONE. A man who could invest a quarter and get back a dollar and a half would think he had struck a good thing. That is about what a farmer can do in the handling of manure. Twenty-five cents' worth of acid phosphates added to the stable manure will return 150 cents' worth of crops. The Ohio experiment station has proved it, many farmers have found it to be so, and yet most of us fail to invest the quarter or make the worse mistake of failing to care for the manure at all-National Stock man and Farmer. ```markdown ``` FOUR SPUD CROPS A YEAR. Spaniard's Methods May Be Good For Others to imitate. From Spain comes the report of a Spaniard who grew four crops of potatoes on the same land in twelve months. The potatoes were grown under ordinary conditions, and the ground was fertilized with horse manure. First crop Scotch seed potatoes, planted Aug. 22 and dug Nov. 6, 1911, fair size, firm and good quality; second crop Scotch seed potatoes, planted Nov. 6, 1911, and dug Feb. 19, 1912, fair size and very good quality; third crop Scotch seed potatoes, planted Feb. 21 and dug May 10, 1912, large size and much better than those of preceding crops; fourth crop, Spanish seed potatoes, planted May 22 and dug Aug. 10, 1912, poor yield and potatoes small. The grower attributes the poor quality of the last crop to inferior seed, lack of water for irrigation and to several very hot winds that prevailed in July; but, as in other years, the crop of this same period has been a good one, the low yield of 1012 does not detract from the feasibility of the plan.—Rural New Yorker. FOES OF THE ROSEBUD. Get After the Fly and the Slug if You Want to Save Your Flowers. To destroy the green fly, colonies of which congregate on the young growth of the rosebushes and suck the juices of the plant, and other insect pests, we spray the bushes with tobacco dust after wetting them so the dust will adhere. We have also found fresh white hellebore dusted on the bushes a very good remedy. A slither can be made by punching the cover of a baking powder can full of small holes and using the can in the same manner as a salt or penner shaker. The rose slug, a light green worm that eats the leaves, may be controlled by applying whale oil soap, one-half pound dissolved in four gallons of water. The rose bug, a hard shell beetle that eats the leaves and blossoms and greatly damages the roses, is best controlled by hand picking or knocking off on a sheet in the early morning. Rosebushes can be kept quite free of insects, however, by liberally and frequently sprinkling with tobacco dust. -Rural Life. Keep the Calves "Coming." The calves must be kept "coming," whether they suck the cows or are hand fed. Skimmilk calves grow strong and thrifty if given a chance. Their milk has to be clean and enough of it. With it they need something to take the place of the cream that is gone. Corn is a good substitute. Oats help also. Ground flaxseed in the milk is fine, but it costs too much these days. For cheapness and results corn and oats crushed together or just plain corn coarsely ground and fed dry are hard to beat. Iown Homestead. Hand or Power Spraying? Hand spraying is more expensive than power spraying. The cost varies much in different cases, depending on the efficiency of labor, convenience and other essentials, and much depends on the apparatus used. The pump should have capacity to maintain high pressure, and the nozzle must throw a fine spray. The requirements are the same for every kind of spraying—Farm Progress. Handy Tranch Cleaner. To a short piece of half round post securely tack on the curved side with of half round post of curved side with shingle nails a sheet of heavy gal- vanized iron about fifteen inches long Bore a hole in the block at an angle of about forty-five degrees, deep single hurls a sheet of heavy galvanized iron about fifteen inches long Bore a hole in the black at an angle of about forty-five degrees, deep enough to receive a long handle. This works very satisfactorily.—Farm and Ploside. "GOING TO LAW." A conveyance of land described as running with the miscellars of a non navigable stream gives title to the thread of the stream in the absence of a contrary intention shown by the deed - Robinson Versus Wells, Ky, 133 S. W. 317 In selling personal property the general rule is that where no unrepresentations are made by the seller in respect to the quality or condition of the property the purchaser buys at his own risk and cannot recover damages on account of defects or unsoundness, but where animals or articles are sold for food the law implies a warranty on the part of the buyer that such provisions are wholesome and fit to eat, and the rule of buyers' risk does not apply. The State Fair, Topeka, Will Be the Greatest Exposition of Kansas Exhibits in Its History—Amusement Attractions Best Ever—Finest Races in West. The State Fair, Topeka, September 8 to 12, will combine in exhibits, great racing, new and up-to-date free attractions, and night spectacular shows, the greatest entertainment ever offered to the people of Kansas. Briefly summing it up, there will be: Mammoth live stock and agricultural exhibits, with new concrete buildings for stock and exhibits. There will be four grand band concerts daily, and many new and up to date free attractions. Patterson's new shows will be on the Midway to amuse and please the visitors. The racing will be the best ever seen in the Middle West. The people of Kansas City and other large cities in the Mississippi and Missouri Valleys will see nothing in the way of fine races this year that will compare with the great racing program at the State Fair, Topeka. The best and fastest race horses of the country will delight the throngs th at come to the State Fair, Topeka, September 8 to 12. There will be thrilling aeroplane flights, and every night Pain's mam moth spectacle, "Old Mexico—1847, will offer to the people of Kansas the grandest spectacular entertainment ever seen in the West. This great show reproduces the storming and capture of Fortress Chapultepec, and the awful and awful inspiring feature of Mt. Popocatapetl in volcanic eruption will be seen. The scenic effects are 350 feet long and 200 performers participate in this most wonderful spectacle. Each night this is followed by the greatest fireworks display ever seen in Kansas. The truth is, fellow Kansans, the Fair at Topeka is in a class with the big State Fairs of the country. Come, and bring your families along for the best and most profitable outing you ever enjoyed in your lives. CAMPING ON STATE FAIR GROUNDS, TOPEKA It has been said, and truly, that a person camping on the State Fair grounds at Topeka for a week and visiting every department, viewing every individual and county display, is well able to mirror in his mind the condition of the people in each and every one of the 105 counties. He can tell what kind of homes there are in the several counties; the physical and intellectual condition of the people as shown in their products, art and handiwork; the condition of the schools and school houses, the condition and ambitions of the state's towns and cities. All these are reflected in the exhibits of the state's citizens, and in their interest and pride, in a great State Fair at the Captail City September 8-12, that fully and completely emphasizes her progress, and mirrors, like a great show window, the marvelous achievements of a great people. A most cordial invitation is extended to all Kansas people to avail themselves of the splendid camp grounds during the week of the State Fair at Topeka. A special shady plot, with running water, is set aside for this purpose. No charge will be made for camping permit. Admissions collected each morning. Parties coming with vehicles will pay one regular admission for same, but no additional fee will be collected while the same remains on grounds. RACING AT STATE FAIR, TOPEKA. RACING AT STATE FAIR, TOPEKA. Lovers of the sport will have the opportunity to enjoy a splendid race program every afternoon, commencing at 1:30 p. m. at the State Fair at Topeka. Five days harness and running races, interspersed with splendid free acts and band concerts. This one feature of the Fair will be the best in the western country. Come early, look over the big live stock and agricultural exhibits and enjoy the best and snappiest races in the state. The grounds and buildings open to the public every day from 8 o'clock a. m. to 10:30 p. m. Electric lighted and commodius rest rooms. Gentlemanly guards always ready to serve the visitor. Five big days of wholesome fun and wonderful object lessons worth a trip across the state. Bring the family to your Capital City, September 8 to 12 and visit the State Fair ON THE MARVEL MIDWAY. The Great Patterson Shows will furnish the Midway Features of the State Fair at Topeka September 4 to 12. Their attractions include a large wild animal exhibit an old fashioned one ring circus, electric patagonia of the working of the Panama Canal, splendid riding devices and free nets. These shows together with the Palm's Spectacle each evening in front of the Grandstand, four great Band Concerts each day and full riding program each afternoon, gives the visitor plenty of high class amusement STATE FAIR AT TOPEKA. The Kansas State Fair Association. Topeka, is a member of the American Association of Fairs and Expositions and the Southwestern Fair Association. The Fair of 1913, September 8 to 12, inclusive, immediately follows the Nebraska State Fair at Lincoln, and precedes the fair at Hutchinson. Lincoln Institute Jefferson City, Missouri. State Normal, Collegiate, Mechanical and Agricultural College School Opens September 2nd, 1913. 600 Graduates, who are successful in all the useful activities of life—High moral tone—Competent teachers—Modern buildings and equipment. Send for Catalogue. B. F. ALLEN, Pres., Jefferson City, Mo. Colored People's Hair. ...WIGS.... WIGS.... WIGS.... Our Specialty. Send two cent stamp New 1913 Catalogue THE OLD RELIABLE Mme. Ba 486 8th Ave, Bt. 34th and From Mme Med Bu Purest of cream oughly pasteurize this the best of sweet and good. Packed fresh fro odor proof packag ness for you. Ask Y two cent stamp for 18 Catalogue FRONT PARTS—Made with centre, 50c 75c. 100, 1 50 stand combing. Mme. 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Cars leave Third and Delaware, Leavenworth, for 10th and Main, Kansas City, Missouri, every hour on the half from 6:30 A. M., to 10:30 P. M., ex cept Saturday and Sunday night last car leaves at 12 o'clock midnight. Sunday when the weather is nice, cars will leave on the half hour from 8:30 A. M., to 9:30 P.M. Express car leaves Leavenworth, if not delayed, at 8 A. M., and 2 P. M. Leaves depot at 6th and Penn, Kansas City, Missouri, at 11 A. M., and 5 P. M. We Sell More CREOLE HAIR Goods than any other store in the United States.—Wigs, Plaits, Braids, Transformations, Puffs, Etc. All shades guaranteed to wash and comb. All kinds of Straightening Combs, Pomades, and Skin Preparations. FRONT PARTS—Made with a part in the centre, 50c 75c. 100, 150 and up. Wall stand combing. Jim's Hair Emporium, 5th St. NEW YORK CITY, N. Y. dows of Gold Shadow Gold Butter carefully selected, thor- skilfully churned makes all butter, always pure, in the churns in patented to preserve all its good- or wins favor. nery Co., Topeka, Kas. THE PUBLIC. ..... Washing and Ironing By Electricity has passed the Experimental Stage and is Recognised Everywhere as the Most Satisfactory and Economical Method of Doing Work Which is Necessary and Yet Dreaded By Most People More Than Any Other Part of Domestic Service. ELECTRIC WASHERS That Will Do the Washing for an Ordinary Sized Family for Five Cents Are Now on the Market and the Electric Iron is Now so Well Known That it Readily Speaks for Itself. Our SALES DEPARTMENT Will Send Any of These Appliances to Your Home for a 30 Day Free Trial. Could Anything Be Fairer Than That? Kansas Gas & Electric COMPANY, Phone Market 4650. 835 SOUTH MAIN STREET. Deep Water, Soil is used exclusively in our Not ordinary rain water fill and roof top; but pure sparkling wells 65 feet deep. Every drop we use a day is chemically treated and then treated again by a company all the chemicals. The water then is perfectly used unstintingly through ever such water greatly eliminates strong washing compounds are All that is needed in addition MAKE OURS AND KNOW IT This water proposition is for dozen others which go toward Send us a trial bundle of la PHONE The Mutt Water, Softened and lovely in our extire W ain water filled with it are sparkling crystal lilies Every drop of the 25% chemically treated to kill in by a compressed air als. is perfectly soft and through every process it greatly eliminates the w ounds are unnecessary ed in addition is go WE KNOW IT IS PURE position is just one of we go toward making o bundle of laundry and Deep Water, Softened and Parified is used exclusively in our extire Washing Process. Not ordinary rain water filled with impurities from the air and roof top; but pure sparkling crystal like water from our own wells 65 feet deep. Every drop of the 25,000 gallons of water we use a day is chemically treated to kill the alkali that is in it and then treated again by a compressed air system which eliminates all the chemicals. The water then is perfectly soft and absolutely pure and is used unstintingly through every process of laundering. All that is needed in addition is good pure soap—WE MAKE OURS AND KNOW IT IS PURE. This water proposition is just one of our hobbies—we have dozen others which go toward making our service the BEST. Send us a trial bundle of laundry and see for yourself. PHONE 519 Mutual, " The Mutual, "The Soft Water" Laundry O. H. MATTHEWS, Founder & Mg't. Order Your Ice Cream Direct from The Continental Creamery C We manufacture the purest, cheapest and best market. No social function complete without it. PROMPT ATTENTION GIVEN TO MAIL ORDER Ice Cream We manufacture the p right market. No social fund PROMPT ATTENTION G TOPEKA There is No Ice Cream Direct from The Continental Creamery Co. We manufacture the purest, cheapest and best in the market. No social function complete without it. PROMPT ATTENTION GIVEN TO MAIL ORDERS TOPEKA, U. S. A. There is No Substitute There is No Substitute In the World for O.K.L. for Pure, Wholesome Substitutes are always advertised acknowledging the superiority of used to insure good cooking or baking. O. K. Lard is made from select under federal inspection, rendered packed in our patented, air-tight. O. K. Lard is used by thousands it's the best lard that money can Order today from your grocer. The Chas. Wolf TOPEKA, K.LAR Wholesome Pass always advertised "as good superiority of lard. Good cooking or baking.. made from select, Kansas tion, rendered in open k ted, air-tight, odor-proof, by thousands of the best money can buy. Don't in your grocer or butcher. E. Wolff Pack TOPEKA, U. S. A. O.K.LARD for Pure, Wholesome Pastry Cooking Substitutes are always advertised "as good as lard." thereby acknowledging the superiority of lard. 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Mme.M.Beard, Hair Specialist. WICHITA, KANSA T PLAY FOR PROFIT FOR ALL KANSANS "Joy Week" for the State is Sept. 8 to 12---A Crowd of 200,000 People Expected in Topcka. THINGS TO THINK ABOUT Greatest State Fair Kansas Has Ever Seen is to Take Place in Topeka Amusement Features of Unparalleled Quality and Cost. The State Fair, Topeka, aside from its wealth of exhibits in every department, is to be a great Celebration, a Festival, a Vacation, a Recreation. The Kansas State Fair Association, recognizing the demand of the people for more freedom, more joy, more life and more pleasure to sweeten the bust tares of the time, will supply this demand at the great exposition to be held at Topeka, September 8 to 12. The management of the State Fair, Topeka, regards a great Fair as an institution that must be accompanied with clean, wholesome amusement. It is so with other organizations, and why not a great State Fair? The will versitits have their fraternities, their entertainments and their athletic games. The common schools have their playgrounds which are just as necessary in the child's physical well being as are the books and teachers in his educational advancement. The churches have their social functions. Lodges and other organizations hold and increase their membership through the series of entertainments that interest and amuse Everywhere, serious work is closely connected with inspiring play. At the State Fair, Topeka, in September, it is expected that more than 200,000 Kansas will gather to seek information, to rub elbows with their fellows, look upon the wonderful accomplishments to be reflected in their exhibits of Kansas products, and to enjoy the varied amusement offerings. "Old Mexico—1847," the greatest pyro spectacle ever witnessed in the West, will be shown each evening during the Fair. No other entertainment feature could have been secured that would so delight and interest the visitors. This wonderfully real istle production vividly portrays the storming and capture of the fortress Chapultepec by the American troops under the command of General Winfield Scott The musical features will ellipse all former offerings. Great bands and orchestras will enlist every hour of State Fair week at Topanga. Many shows and features now being arranged for will add to the list of entertainments that are certain to make the State Fair at Topanga memorable in its amusement attractions. THE CAPITAL CITY. Topokai the capital of the state, is a city of fifty thousand people, with hotels ample for accommodating those sands of visitors, and entered by four large trunk line railways. The Union Pacific Santa Fe, Rock Island and Missouri Pacific—all having commodo depots. Switching facilities to and within the fair grounds MISSION OF STATE FAIR. The mission of the Kansas State Fair Association is to encourage better agriculture, horticulture, stock raising and manufacturing. It induces men to think and urges them to put forth better efforts for intelligent farming and stock breeding. It is the place for those who have learned the lesson well to demonstrate results. EVERYBODY SATISFIED "Get the Habit of Attending the State Fair at Topeka," has become a popular expression by all citizens who attended last year. It is a way they have of telling their neighbors about the most complete exhibition of agricultural, live stock, horticultural and other products ever seen in the middle west STATE FAIR MUSIC. Visitors to the State Fair at Topeka will be resaled with music morning till night and supper to train time, by the best bands obtainable. Nothing so completely rounds out a day of sight seeing and entertainment as does good music. GREAT EXHIBIT OF MACHINERY. One of the great features of the State Fair at Topeka will be the machinery exhibit, where all the modern farm implements and machinery will be displayed by the largest machine houses in the West. Five days' racing at the State Fair at Topeka, September 8 to 12, will be appreciated. Many of the fastest horses in the country will go in these races. Big program every day. Bring the boys and girls with you to the State Fair at Topeka, September 8 to 12. 1913. They are entitled to a vacation. In this day and age machinery is entering more and more into the farm work. At the State Fair, Topeka, you will see everything needed. Farm and Garden DO YOU GROW SWEET CORN? No Crop Responds Better to Good Treatment Than This One. Every truck farmer knows that the first early sweet corn in the market pays as great a profit as any crop grown. It is usually sold by the hundred and marketed in sacks containing that number of ears. The fodder remaining after the crop is sold is nearly as valuable as timothy hay. The best profit comes from the earliest acres, says a writer in the Farmer's Review. Sweet corn cannot be shipped a great distance, as it deteriorates rapidly: ```markdown ``` Photograph by Long Island agricultural experiment station. therefore the local grower does not have such competition as does the grower of less perishable products Sandy or light loam soil, with an open subsoll, is best for this crop The very best seed of the best and most popular varieties should be provided. Home grown seed, well selected and well cured, will pay big profits on the cost of labor employed for this work The first plantings must be made early in the season, and seed only of the greatest viability will withstand the unfavorable weather conditions that are likely to prevail at this season The cultivation of this crop should be thorough and no crop will respond sooner to good treatment To succeed in growing sweet corn for the early market a liberal amount of plant food must be provided at the right time and in available form. This means cover crops and an increased use of commercial fertilizers. Roosters not needed, leaving hens, boarding cows, small litter sows, run down soils—these are what hold a turner down—lowly home stead. Dry Feed or Wet Mesh? The wet mash of cornmeal and bran that used to be the standard morning food of the farm stock seems to be going out of style in favor of the hopper full of a mixture of dry ground grain. The new plan is better for large flocks, but for a small flock the wet mash has advantages. For one thing it is easier to keep up the water supply than where the fowls are given all dry grain. Another point is that the constant presence of dry feed attracts rats, while the wet mash as usually fed will be eaten up clean - American Cultivator Handle Manure Once Only. It should be the rule never to handle manure more than once. When removed from the barn or feeding shed, it should be loaded at once into the sprender and handed to the field. If the farm is small and the amount produced is only at the rate of one or two loads a week, the convenience and improvement of taking it directly from the stable and spreading it once on the field will certainly justify driving the manure spreader slowly. Orange Judd Farms ALL AROUND THE GARDEN. As soon as the cutting of riebarb stalks is over give the ground a good dressing of manure. Cauliflower can be grown more easily than cabbage. It is always in demand at good prices. Wild strawberries have the most delicious flavor. They are easily transplanted to the garden. Do not neglect to mark the wild flowers now which you wish to transplant later in the border. In some sections of the country the practice of mulching potatoes is followed by a number of growers. Pick the blossoms of pansies, nasturtiums and sweet peas every day. If allowed to use they cease to bloom. Very fine fruit and large yields can be secured from tomatoes by setting posts and running horizontal wires similar to the grape trellis. Where the soil is strong a good crop of vegetables may be raised between the rows of trees in the young orchard This means cultivation and manuring -Farm Progress. G. Q. LAKE. Drugs, Medicines, Toilet Goods. Cleanest and Best Stock in Kansas. N. E. Cor. 6th and Minnesota Ave. KANSAS CITY, KANSAS. FARMS For Negroes Colored men, why not buy a farm in a land where a man is a man where ONE crop will pay for your farm. I can sell you a farm in Logan county, Kansas. PRICES FROM $10 TO $20 per acre; easy terms, good soil, best climate. If you mean business, write S. E. CAREY, Attorney at Law, Runnell Springs, Kansas. Eat or Sleep? Then... When in Kansas City and want first class service and a fine place to stop, call on Mrs. Josephine Daves, 317 Minnesota avenue, Kansas City, Kansas. WANTED AGENTS: To write Life and Accident Insurance Policies for Shawnee County. NTA'L LIFE INSURANCE CO Chicago, Ill. T. W. TROUPE, State Agent 428 Lincoln St., Topeka, Kan. State Agent, E. D. JONES. STAPLE and FANCY GROCERIES Fresh Meata, Cigara and Tobacco. 322 E. 1st St. Topeka, Kansas H. T. GEEDER, M. D. PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON. PITTSBURG, :--- KANSAS Office: 124½ E. Third St. Phones: Office 1475; Res. 1945. Both phones 774. Res., Bell 649 OLIVER A. TAYLOR, M. D. Physician and Surgeon. Office 334 Kansas Ave., over Gibler's Drug Store, across from Throon Hotel. Calls Answered Day and Night. Residence: 1535 Van Buren Su Office hours: 9:30 to 10:30; 3 to 6 Bell phone 901. DR. THADDEUS P. MARTIN Physician and Surgeon. 832 Kansas Ave. Residence: 1026 Buchanan St. Residence phones: Jell 901-2. Ind. 2889 Re DR. J. M. JAMISON. Physician and Surgeon. Examining Physician of the Knight and Ladies of Protection. Special attention to Diseases of ..Women and Private Diseases.. Office and Residence, 327 Madison St. Bell phone 109. DENTIST All Work Guaranteed to Give Satisfaction. 32 Kanana Avenue. Phone 3494 When in Topeka and want a neatly furnished room, call at 113 W. 10th St. Mrs. B. F. Austin, Prop. Rooms by day or week. Strictly first class. Hadley and Robinson, BARBERSHOP AND BATHS Shining Parlor Everything neat, clean and up-to-date. 317 Kansas Ave. TOPEKA, KAB UNION... Cafe, HOTEL... 127 West Railroad Street. SHERMAN TROTTER, Prorrietor. BOARD AND LODGING. Everything First Class. NORTH TOPEKA, KANSAS. No. 28.185. PUBLICATION NOTICE. In the District Court of Shawnee County, State of Kansas. OPHELIA GUY, Plaintiff, vs. WALTER GUY, Defendant. State of Kansas to said defendants: You are hereby notified that you have been sued by the above named plaintiff, Ophelia Guy, whose petition in said case was filed on the 17th day of July, 1913, and that unless you answer said petition or appear herein on or before the 29th day of August, A. D. 1913, the allegations in said petition will be taken as true and a judgment rendered against you annulling your marriage to the plaintiff and for all other equitable and proper relief stating in said petition. OPHELIA GUY, Plaintiff, J. J. KING. Attorney for Plaintiff. Attest: C. W. BOWER, Clerk of District Court. CHETOPA, KANSAS Quite a number from here attended the Southeastern District Baptist Association at Oswego last week. The residence of Mr. Brooks Roberts was destroyed by fire Thursday night of last week, and everything except the cook stove was saved. The barking of the dog aroused Mr. Roberts and his daughter out of their sleep to find the house all ablaze. The house was partly covered by insurance. Mendames H. Dial, A. Bassett, Morrison and Mack went to Oswego Sunday in an automobile. The Chetopa Black Diamond base ball team was defeated by the Faulkiner team Sunday—score 8 to 9. Mrs. Reed has returned from Muskogee, Oklahoma. Mrs. Jane Dial, Florence Mack, Edgar, Lela and Helen Bassett went to Oswego Sunday. Mr. Brooks Roberts went to Parsons last Saturday on business. Rev. G. W. Harts of Los Angeles, Calif., preached at the Little Flock Baptist church Sunday. Mrs. Jane Dial will leave this week for Denison, Texas, to attend the bedside of her sick father. Mrs. V. Edmon will leave this week for Springfield, Mo., to take charge of the rooming house that her son had in possession. Her son will leave for Illinois to make his future home. Mrs. A. Prazier has returned from a trip to Kansas City. Mrs. U. R. (Helen) Smith is visiting her aunt, Mrs. I. Porter, at Wichita, Kansas. Misses Mamie Armstrong and Cora Reed returned Sunday from Pawhuska, Oklahoma. WEIR. KANSAS Dr. J A. Sneed, M. D, of Oklahoma, arrived in the city last Saturday and is spending a few days in the city. He lectured at the A. M. E. church Tuesday night. One George Smith, at least that is the name he gave the officers when they arrested him, smatched a 15c suit of underwear from the Globe Clothing company. He is now in the big jail. Mr. Nick Chiles, editor and publisher of The Topeka Plaindualer, and Mr. A. D. Griffin, mannager, were in the city last Saturday, and both seemed well pleased with their visit. We hope they will come again soon and trust that they met with success in collecting, for no business can run on promise and credit. So, all that failed to "see" them will call on Judge J. A. Moore and he will receive your contribution to this great publication. Mrs. Mary Aughlaw, who has been sick so long, is very low at this time. Mr. J. B. Davis went to Parsons Monday on business Jame Moore who left here seven years ago has returned on a visit to his parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Moore and sister, Mrs. Ethel Berry. James has been traveling with a show and left it in Michigan to come home for a day or two. He left Monday for Kansas City to meet his brother, Oliver, who is there. He promises to be with us again Aug. 22nd. Prof. W. R. Carter of Topeka, was in the city last Sunday looking after new students for the Topeka Industrial Institute, and while here he delivered a sermon at the St. John Baptist church in the evening. Mr. Alex Young was taken very sick Sunday, but was relieved by his mother-in-law, and as soon as he got better his wife was attacked in a similar manner, but she, too, is improved at this time. If you are a constant reader of The Plaindealer you will not be behind the times. Keep posted. If you have stomach trouble and the doctor can do you no good, go to Claremore, at the Cobb Hotel. WANTED! A good colored harber wanted at once to work on white trade. Phone or write J. B. Lewis Abilene, Kansas. The Topeka Pharmacist Established in 1899. NICK CHILES,.....Editor. SUBSCRIPTION RATES. One Year.....$1.50 Six Months.....1.00 Three Months......50 Advertising Rates Per Month $2.00 Per Inch. Entered at the Postoffice at Topeka as Second Class Mail Matter. PUBLICATION NOTICE. Statement of the Ownership, Management, Circulation, Etc. Statement of the ownership, management, circulation, etc., of The Topeka Plaindealer, published weekly at Topeka, Kansas, required by the Act of August 24, 1912. Editor, Nick Chiles, Topeka, Kana. business manager, A. D. Griffin, Topeka, Kansas; publisher, Nick G. Kes, Topeka, Kansas; owner, N. Chiles, Topeka, Kansas. (Signed:) NICK CHILES. Sworn to and subscribed before me this 17th day of July, A. D. 1913. CHARLES L. BERNER, Notary Public. Mr. O. M. Groves, of the Mollie Groves Mining company should give an account of this concern. He should not be allowed to use the mails. The government should get busy and stop him. There is too many wild cat schemes being worked out the colored people without interference. White men and women are being investigated and arrested right along for practicing these schemes on their pace, and why let them ply their nefarious vocation upon the colored without fear of legal interference. We are now fighting a six months jail sentence for showing up something similar to this same thing some time ago—namely the Knights and Ladies of Protection, a concern that is managed by colored men and ought to be broken up. The race is suffering enough from prejudices of the white man, being barred from holding good positions, and to add the burdens of a hold-up game t their already heavy cross, is a step too far. We are going to keep up the fight until they all go down and out. Nothing has any terror for us when we are in the right. DRESS AND MORALITY. A vast amount of ink is being spilled in the current discussion of women's dress without apparent result. Certain elderly prudes, mostly of the masculine peruaasion, are experiencing varing degrees of mental agony over the split skirt, and other whose failing eyesight lends zest to their imaginations are much concerned because of the discarding of the voluminous under draperies which once weighted down the femurine pedestrian. All of which is more or less amusing, no doubt, to the women themselves, whose nature is to persist in that which excites hostility. But why all this pother and excitement over the so-called "indecencies" of women's apparel? The ultra slit skirt and the too transparent neither garment may be startling at first, but in the cycle of fashion we have had just as alarming manifestations before and now think nothing of them. The hypocritical individual who is shocked at a shadow behind a cloud is unminudful of anything wrong with a bare-legged chorus. The bathing beaches afford far more aggregated provocation to him who is seeking something to blush over than the ankle revealed by the slit skirt. Modesty dictates certain conventionalities, it is true, but these conventionalities are largely artificial. As long as the women themselves see nothing wrong in their mode of costuming why should men become excited about it? As to a dress being "immoral," that rests mainly with the observer. To a Turk an exposure of the female face is a high offense against morality and propriety, but most of the world has decided that a woman's face is good to look upon and certainly it requires a very long stretch of the imagination, to attach any evil to healthy cheeks and smiling eyes. On the theory that beauty is more adored, when, least adorned, present-day styles of women's dress are less offensive or suggestive than the unspeakable "tube" skirts of a season ago. The men who are posing as theaintly advocates of dress reform aremaking themselves ridiculous. This is the age of female ema sipation andif women are to be given a full sharein running things surely it may safely to be left to them to put a quietusupon radical departure of their sexfrom sartorial rectitude. In the meantime the supersensitive male person whose moral foundations arethreatened by what he sees may re- Smile and the world smiles with you. "Knock" and you go it alonne; For the cheerful grin Will let you in Where the "Kicker" is never known. Growl, and the way looks dreary. Laugh, and the path is bright. For a welcome smile Brunings sunshine, while A frown shuts out the light. Sigh, and you "take in" nothing. Work, and the prize is won. For every man With backbone can By nothing be outdone. Hustle, and fortune awaits you, Shish, and defeat is sure, For there is no chance Of deliverance For the chap who can't endure. Sing, and the world is harmonious. Grumble, and things go wrong. And all the time You are out of thyme With the busy, bustling throng. Kick, and there is trouble brewing, Whistle, and life is gay, And the world's in tune Like a day in June And the clouds all melt away. —Exchange. sort to smoked glasses. And at that, it is not likely that the manufacturers of smoked glasses will have to work night shifts to take care of the increased demands for their wares. Kansas City Journal. THE NEGRO WAITER. Reinstated in the Leadinging Hotels of Saint Louis, Missouri. Alas, the Negro waiter after many years of wandering, has come into his own again, at least in one of the largest cities. A recent dispatch from Saint Louis states that the leading hotels and cafes of that city have been turned over to Negro waiters for the first time in over twenty years. They are assured of employment for at least five or more months because they are unnder contract for such a period. For many yeoars the Negro waiters' services have been gradually dispensed with for various reasons, the principal of which perhaps are his failure to "make time" and to keep posted in the latest methods or service. "Be that as it may, the fact remains that the Negro is a competent servant and his two hundred and fifty years of unremunerative service has made him a natural onne. Unionism, white unionism has and is crowding him out by unfair methods but the reaction must come and it is hoped that when it does come the Negro will be ready to respond to the call as they were in St. Louis. Labor unions are a good thing in that they do more good than harm, but they would do far better if they would lay aside prejudice and include all whose vocations entitled them to membership. Unions that excluded millions of workers on account of their race or color may naturally expect competition from that source. The Negro has his faults, but he is not a striker, but conditions have at times forced him to be a strikebreaker. Every city has its share of strikers and where these strikes are of long duration, the scab is brought in as a substitute for the striker and he is usually the man to get the worst of it. A few years ago the waiters were used as scabs in Denver, but after a few days' employment were released in favor of the strikers. The Saint Louls case should serve as one example above all others and that is when they are called upon to act as strikebreakers they should protect themselves by the power of a written contract. The exposure to bodily harm is quite enough without likelihood of being discharged at any minute. Merciful God, what has come over the white rebels of Mississippi? Burning up thirty-five colored prisoners, locked in a stockade, the governor of the state should investigate this hellish outrage! This was nothing but cursed wanton and cruel neglect. The idea of being locked up like dogs and most of them shackled, and held for mere trivial offenses. Let the colored Christians of the state write the governors of the several states and ask them to intercede in behalf of humanity. Teach these demons how to treat men though they be prisoner, they should be humanely dealt with. THE NATIONAL BAPTIST CONVENTION, NASHVILLE Nashville, Tenn, July 24. Because of the enormous crowds expected in attendance during the "Fifty Years of Freedom" or "Religious Jubilee" to be held in this city Sept. 17th to committee on homes are both working jointly to oblate any discomforts on the part of a single individual who is to visit Nashville during that week. At a meeting of the joint committee held recently it was unanimously agreed to send out information and useful instructions to all of the delegates and visitor who expect or who contemplate attending this "Jubilee Celebration." The chairman of the reception committee and the chairman of the committee on homes with their co-workers will look well into all of the correspondence or written applications for homes for which assignment cards will be sent to each individual, notifying him of his stopping place, and how it will be reached on the trolley car at the cost of but five cents. These two committees stated after the meeting that the following rules should be observed: Every one expecting to visit Nashville during the week of September 17-22 should send their name and address in to the chairman of the committee on homes of the National Baptist convention. 2-Those contemplating visiting the "Fifty Years of Freedom" or "Religious Jubilee" should send in some kind of exhibit, addressing it to the director of exhibits, National Baptist Convention, Nashville, Tenn. 3-Notify your railroad agent now, of your intention to attend the National Baptist Convention at Nashville, Tenn., telling him to provide a round trip ticket for you. 4-If your railroad agent knows nothing of the reduced rates there ask him to write or confer with his general passenger agent, as reduced rates have been announced from every section of the United States. 5- Urge upon your church and the congregation the necessity of sending a photograph of their church, and their schools, as well as their homes, to the director of exhibits, in order to show the growth of the race and the denomination. It was further announced that an effort would be made to put the information about rates in possession of every one by the first of September. Headquarters for the local committee of the National Baptist Convention are established at the National Baptist Publishing House at No. 523 Second Avenue North, this city. The Publishing Board, although very crowded, yielded to the overtures of the reception committee of Which Rev. G. B. Taylor is chairman, and arranged to give space for them as most of the people coming to this city from Sept. 17-22 will want to see the National Baptist Publishing House as it has long since been held out as the most celebrated printing establishment owned by Negroes in the United States. The Publishing House is located just one half block from the College St. Station of the Louisville and Nashville railroad. It is two blocks north of the public square and five blocks north of Broadway, accessible and easily reached on the street car. Persons coming to Nashville should write to Rev. G. B. Taylor, chairman of the reception committee, No. 523 N. Second Ave. Nashville, Tenn., as ample provision is being made for them. AFRICANS ARE NOW TURNING. Revolution Against Long Oppression of Natives Begun by 6,000—Wearing Badge of Anarchy. Johannesburg, S. A., July 8.—The African worm is turning against the century old persecution by the Dutch, Belgian and English. The seeds of discontent and anarchy have been sown and already a revolution against the extermination and persecution and robbery which has been the African's lot is in progress. The ultimate consequences no man can foresee, but all Europe is quaking in her boots lest this be but the first of a series of revolutions with "Africa for the Africans" as the slogan and down with the invaders as the watchword. Six thousand native black laborers from three of the large gold mines on the Rand joined in the labor upheaval and should the disaffection among them spread to the other 260 000 natives employed on the Reef it will mean that the white inhabitants will be confronted with the reappearance of the "black evil," which has been quiescent for some years. The natives refused to descend into the mines until granted an increase of wages, and 1,000 of them employed in one mine broke out of their compound. They were, however, awed by the levelled rifles of the troops and returned to their quarters. Most of the blacks have donned red rosettes in imitation of the white strikers who they believe struck for higher pay and obtained it. The natives argue that they can do the same thing. Most of the white strikers have returned to work. The Provisional Council at Pretoria has adopted a resolution introduced by Councillor Ware, a labor member. Mothers Testify to merits of XXth Century Hair Preparations. 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Dabney's XXth Century Hair Preparations sent on receipt of P. O. money order of $1.25 or a single package of XXth Century Hair Grower, Preserving Oil or Shampoo sent for 50c. Write today to Mme. P. M. Dabney's XXXth Century Hair Preparations Co., 1806 E. 24th street, Kansas City, Mo., Dept. 36. sympathizing with the relatives of men, women and children shot at Johannesburg. The strike leaders are apparently trying to get the men to accept the terms but dissatisfaction is expressed and a spirit of anarchy has been aroused which it is difficult to control. The editors of the various newspapers conferred with the Federation Unions' leaders, with the result that the Typographical Union will publish a paper giving colorless reports of the events without comment. African Natives a Menace. The Federated Unions, flushed with success, believe they are masters of the situation, and the men are ready to obey any order. The leaders have already commalded the newspapers to stop publishing until further notice. They count on the Government's fear of the natives, 200,000 of whom are locked in compounds at the mines, and might loot and kill if turned loose. The casualities resulting from the fighting Saturday are now estimated at 110. Two officers, three soldiers and several policemen were wounded. Except at the time of the Jameson raid in 1896, and the outbreak in 1899, this city has not known such a day of terrorism. The mobs in the business section caused less fear than the desperadoes threatening to dynamite the home of the wealthy in the outskirts. All places of business were closed and the troops were depended upon to guard them, while bands of citizens armed with rifles patrolled the residential quarter. Every male resident capable of bearing arms was outduty. The rioting began when a body of strikers forced their way into the Rand club, which particularly excited their enmity because its members are mine owners. The intruders demolished everything on the ground floor. Three times a detachment of dragoons rode through the mob to the accompaniment of jeers, broken bricks and stones. Three times the mob was scattered, but it quickly re-formed. The troops fired over the heads of the riots and then two volleys into their ranks. The riots fled, yelling derisively, leavelling behind a large number of killed or wounded. A huge meeting was held this afternoon to celebrate the strikers' victory. The leaders counseled the men to keep the upper hand, but not to employ force to liberate the rotters under arrest. They invited the men to attend tomorrow the funeral of those whom they described as "martyrs to a glorious cause." A ballot of the Amalgamated Society of Engineers of the whole Reef gave a vast majority in favor of accepting the settlement. The council of the society adopted a resolution providing for the calling of a strike a month hence should the grievances not be adequately redressed. Revised figures show that 100 were killed or wounded Friday. The first outbreak of the natives occurred at Randfontern, where fifteen hundred of them broke out of their compound. Hussars charged and drove them back. Koters have burned many small shops and cottages at Benbonl and have blown up the Star newspaper office. SHUT AND SHELL IN OLD MEXICO 250 PEOPLE IN OUT DOOR PLAY Thrilling Drama of Early Days in Old Mexico on Natural Stage 350 Feet Long—Grand Finale in the Eruption of Mount Popocatepi. "Who bath heard the music of Mexico knoweth the melody of it, but whose ears bath not listened to its concord hath not known the tuneful sound of nature's songs." The greatest open air pyro spectacle ever witnessed in Kansas will be staged one whole week during the State Fair at Top kn, September 8th to 12th. Two hundred and fifty people are needed in putting on this wonderful display of fire works and scenic effects. "Old Mexico—1847," is a faithful reproduction of the storming and capture of the fortress, Chapultepec, by the American troops under General Winfield Scott. This was the most thrilling, interesting and spectacular feature of the Mexican war. It will be vividly reproduced for the people of Kansas who come to the State Fair at Topeka in September. All of the characters of the American and Mexican army under the leadership of Generals Scott, Twilgs and Pillow for the American forces, and Generals Santa Anna and Bravo of the Mexican forces, will appear in this great historical spectacle, an entertainment of the highest class, and the most elaborate of its kind ever presented to Kansas people Each night during State Fair week on the Association's fine grounds in Topeka, may be seen the awful and awe-inspiring spectacle of Mt. Popcorn catapet in volcanic eruption. The scenic effects stretch out 350 feet long. This panorama will show the City of Mexico as it was in 1847. Kansans familiar with the geography and historical points of the Mexican capital, as they have read about them in the public press during the past five years, and as they have kept track of the many rebellions of that country, will see, when they come to the State Fair at Topeka, in September, in one extreme end of the great spectacle, the fortress Chapultepec; on the other extreme end the National Palace. The central portion of the scenic effects where President Madero was executed is a typical Mexico City view, showing the Grand Plaza, Market Square, the main Cathedral and other churches, stores, theaters, adobe houses, pulque shops, etc., with the Smoking Mountain of Popocatepet) in the background. This animated and realistic picture, 850 feet in length, contains over 10,000 square yards of canvas painted in oil, and will be correct in every detail. The 250 people who will take part in this stupendous spectacle will all be properly costumed, showing the many picturesque classes, the American and Mexican soldiers, the Padres, the official dignitaries, the gamblers, the bull fighters, the flower and dancing girls, the poor Peons and beggars. The opening of the spectacle is in the early morning. Chimes and bells are ringing in many churches in the city, and worshippers are seen coming from early mass. Priests, nuns and altar boys wend their way slowly to the Cathedral to the Fortress to hold services for soldiers. Bugle calls and life and drum attract the people to the Public Plaza Following this introduction comes the greatest spectacular entertainment ever offered the people of Kansas. The program contemplates more than two hours of high class entertainment each evening of State Fair week. Space would not permit the publication in detail of all the features that combine to make 'Old Mexico' the most stupendous as well as the most gorgeous spectacle ever shown in this country. The great show comes to the State Fair, Topeka, direct from the Nebraska Fair, preceding which it is given at the Iowa State Fair. The Kansas State Fair Association, realizing that the people of the state appreciate high class entertainment—the very best that can be secured in the country, will present at Topeka, September 8 to 12, a spectacular show that will be well worth a trip across the state to see. This great entertainment, with the week of standard concert music and many other forms of clean amusement, combined with a State Fair at the Capitol city that will rank with similar expositions in any state of the Union, offers to the people of Kansas an unusual opportunity for a pleasurable outing. PREPARATORY DAY8 STATE FAIR, TOPEKA Three days, September 5-6, will be allowed for preparatory work and installation of exhibits at the State Fair, Topeka. This will give five full days, September 8 to 12, inclusive, of Fair. Every exhibit must be in place before the opening day, September 8. This rule is now in effect at all the great fairs of the country and will be strictly enforced at Topeka. Mrs. Bessie Butler, a charming little lady of Cincinnati, Ohio, is visiting in the city, the guest of Mrs. Wayman Anderson and daughter, Mrs. Walter Leavelle. The Newton Yellow Jackets defeated the Santa Fe Cubs Sunday by a score of 9 to 5. Misses Alice, Mary and Canilla Roach entertained with an evening at whist Wednesday. Those present were Misses Bessie Butler Viola Krutzer, Tricle DeWitte, Myrtle Grey, Bernice Richardson, Grae Lewis, Lena Lewis, and Mrs. Walter Leavelle; Messrs. Chester Anderson, William Bell, Z. Cranshaw, Carl Cross, Arthur Grey, Maurice Underwood, Bunch, Mr. and Mrs. J. L. Perkins. Invitation are out for a grand ball at the Auditorium in honor of the Yellow Jackets base ball team. Mr. John Anderson spent a few days in Kansas City and Independence, Mo, returning Tuesday. Mr. Herbert Smith of Kansas City is visiting his mother, Mrs A. L. Ford, in this city. Miss Massa Harris entertained on Wednesday evening in honor of the Yellow Jackets base ball team. One of the most enjoyable affairs of the season was the afternoon whist party given last Friday afternoon by Mrs. Wayman Anderson at her very beautiful home on E. Seventhth St. in honor of her daughter, Mrs. Walter Leavelle, and Miss Bessie Butler who are spending the summer months as her house guests. The house was decorated in cut flowers and the ladies spent the afternoon in whist and progressive conversation. Miss J. Mayfield presided at the piano while the hostess, assisted by her daughter, served an elaborate three course lurcheon, which was thoroughly enjoyed by all, after which the guests departed, declaring Mrs. Anderson an ideal hostess. Those present were: Mrs. I. Slaughter, Mrs. P. Rickman Mrs. H. Reevley Mrs. U. S. Rickman, Mrs. J. M. Gross, Mrs A. L. Ford, Mrs. S. Butler, Mrs. W. C. Downing, Mrs. A.' J. Tandy, Mrs. Geo. Payan Mrs. J. B. Perkins, Mrs. Lloyd Rickman, Mrs. Chas. W. French, Miss Josephine Mayfield, Miss Bessie Butler and Mrs. Walter Leaville of Cincinnati, O. Miss L' Edwards, and little Miss Bertha Mae Smith. Miss Bessie Frame entertained a number of young people in honor of Misses Grace and Lena Lewis of Denver, Colo. Chaperoned by Mrs. Geo. Payne they drove to Lowns pond and enjoyed a nice outing and returned late in the evening. Miss Bernice Robinson, of Arkansas City, is in the city visiting with relatives. Mr. H. T. Neeley, Mr. Crater, Miss Maude Harvey, and Mr. and Mrs. J. R Frazier composed an automobile party that went to Hutchinson to see Ringling Bros. circus last Friday and they report a fine time. Mr. Jackson Roach, Mr. Milton Roach, Mr. Clarence Page, Mr. Will Dickersonn and Mr. George Dickerson accompanied the National Guard to Ft. Riley. "" WANTED: A little girl from ten to twelve years old. Nice home for the right girl. "Why Have Kinky Hair? P R E S T O STRAT-N-IT ONE OF ALL HAIR STRAIGHTENERS BEFORE. AFTER. Straightens the most obstinate, coarse, kinky hair. Easily applied, Harmless, Odorless, Clean and Lasting. Apply once Presto and your Hair will become straight instantly, remaining so for months without another application. Presto eradicates Dandruff and other Diseases of the Hair and Scalp. Nothing like PRESTO in the world. A package of Presto with directions sent postpaid securely sealed on receipt of One Dollar. Satisfaction guaranteed or money refunded. LAFAYETTE MANUFACTURING CO.. Drexel Bridge., Philadelphia, Fa. Dept. "F" Reliable Agents wanted every- where—Ladies or Gentlemen. Presto is a money maker. IF YOU WANT . . . FINE HAIR GOODS. SWITCHES., BRAIDS, ETC. OR NEED SCALP TREATMENT— Write MRS. LUCY SWIFT. Claremore, Okla. Lang Hotel. Mrs. I. B. Chiles, of Oakland district is seriously ill. Miss Ethel Johns returned from Junction City Tuesday morning. Miss Budie Scott will leave tomorrow for a ten days' visit with Mrs. H. Hill at Minneapolis. Misses Helen and Myrtle Hughes, of Chicago, are in the city visiting Mrs. Slaughter and friends. Miss Lutie Hawkins has returned from a pleasant visit with Miss Mabel Duncan at Neosho Falls. Mr. Calvin Harris, the popular shoemaker, is spending a few days on his farm in Stafford county this week. Mrs. James H. Guy gave a porch party Friday evening of last week in honor of Mesdames Richardson and Bigham. Mrs. J. L. Buckner entertained a few friends at a family dinner complimentary to Mrs. Bigham and Mrs. Richardson, of Oklahoma Sity. Mr. William Slaughter is ill at his home, 1407 Monroe. He is a splendid gentleman and we hope to see him around during the next few days. Misses Carrie and Inez Anderson, of Lawrence, are attending the Kaw Valley District association, and are the guests of Miss Birdie Scott. Mrs. H. G. Brown and daughter, Mildred, are in New York for a few weeks and reports are that they are having a pleasant visit in the nation's metropolis. Rev. George W. Harts returned Monday from Oswego and other points in Southern Kansas and is attending the Kaw Valley District Baptist association. Friennds of Miss Margarette Foster and Miss Jessie Oden have received cards saying they are now in New York, where they are enjoying the sights of a great city. Mrs. Bertha Bigham and mother, Mrs. Richardson, formerly of this city, but now of Oklahoma City, are visiting Mrs. J. D. Barker and family. They are enroute to New York. Miss Georgia Hall, who for the past two years has been attending the General Hospital Training school in Kangas City, Mo., is spending her two weeks' vacation with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Albert Hall. Mrs. Abe Ellis entertained a few friends Friday evening of last week in honor of Mrs. Anderson and Mrs. Reed, of Omaha, Nebr. The evening was spent in conversation and music. A dainty luncheon was served and all report a pleasant time. The many friends of Mrs. Toliver Bird will regret to learn of her continued illness. She is one of the most faithful and conscientious workers in Saint John A. M. E. church, and a host of good, warm personal friends are praying for her speedy recovery. Mrs. V. E.Guy entertained the following ladies at an elegant 5 o'clock luncheon complimentary to Mrs.Bigham and her mother, Mrs. Richardson. Mrs. S. G. Watkins, Mrs. C. Harris, Mrs. Rolling, Mrs. Hodges, Mrs. Barker, Mrs. Guy, Mrs. Alexander. The affair was highly enjoyed. Mr. W. B. Lloyd, of Wichita, one of the leading grocers of that city, arrived in the city Tuesday and regained until today, guest of Mrs. Luella Link, 1039 Boswell. Mr. Lloyd is the father of Mrs. N. Clark Smith, wife of the famous Tuskegee Institute bandmaster. He is a business man for true and forms a prominent link in the chain of the Negro's success. The Les Comesceant girls gave a picnic at the beautiful suburban home of Miss Ray Thompson, south of the city. The feast was highly relished, and after amply satisfying the inner man, all departed for their homes declaring Miss Thompson an ideal hostess. The visitors were: Mrs. Bigham, Miss Mayme Payne, Mrs. Mack amnd Miss Katherine Barker. At a recent meeting of Excelsior Lodge, No. 3 Knights of Pythias, the following officers were installed: A. R. Jackson, C. C.; A. D. Hubbard, V. C.; J. E. Hobson, K. of R. and S.; H. I. Munroe, M. of F.; W. H. Northington, M. of Ex.; Jos. Talbot, Prelate; H. G. Brown, M. of W.; James Buford, M. of A. After the installation the members indulged in a royal feast and a general good time was enjoyed. Gee, but it is delightful out there? Wilson's Summer garden. It is hot everywhere except at Wilson's Summer garden. Mr. Charles Dillard, who has been on the sick list is able to return to his work. Hon. Corvine Patterson, of Kansas City, is in the city attending the Kaw Valley District Baptist association. Messra Dickson and Snow, of Almarilla, Texas, spent last week in the city the guests of Mrs. Lee Anderson. Mr. David Waddlington, 430 Lime street keeps very poorly and will be very glad to have his friends call and see him Mrs. S. B. McCarroll, of Kansas City, was in Topeka this week visiting friends. She returned to her home Wednesday. Mr. Noble Taylor was in the city a few days last week, the guest of his old pal. "Billy" Grimes, the smoke house man. Better go out to Wilson's these sweatering evenings. It's cool and you can return to the city and enjoy a good nights' rest. Miss Nelle Ellis very delightfully entertained the M. E. R. C's Saturday afternoon in honor of Miss Lockridge, of Kansas City. Mr. James Phelps, of Chillicothe, Ill., spent last week in the city the guest of his sisters, Mrs. Lee Anderson and Mrs. Ed. Perkins. These days are too hot to be housed up in the city. If you want to entertain your friends, take them to a cool spot, Wilson's Summer Garden. The Excelsior Art club will give a picnic at Tecumseh Aug. 7. All members are requested to meet the wagon at the end of the cemetery car line at 8:30. All of the "classy" stunts among the society folk—black and white are held at Wilson's. It is the only cool place around Topeka and everything is arranged for comfort. Mrs. M. D. Jones arrived on the 27th ult., from Clarksville, Fenn., where she spent three weeks visiting her brother. She has just completed a trip around the world and has many things of interest to relate. Deputy Sheriff J. J. Holman says the experience of looking in the muzzle of a sx-shooter is all that is reported. He claims that the barrel of a giff he faced Monday looked like a Krupp 16-inch turret gun. Miss Nettie Perkins and Mrs. Lee Anderson attended the meeting of the Grand Court of Calanthe in Kansas City last week. While there they were the guests of Dr. and Mrs. S. W. Banks. Mrs. Charity Cunningham, who was a charter member of Golden Sheaf Temple No. 21, order of S. M. T., departed this life May 25. The sum of $100.00 has been paid to her daughter, Mrs. Clara Phicks her beneficiary. Messrs "Dick" Porter, John E. Roundtree, John H. O'Dell, Robert Martin, Charley Scott, D. H. Beard, Curtis A. Jones, Will Vaughan, P. A. Copps and Henry Johns returned from Fort Riley Wednesday, where they spent ten days with the Kansas Nationan Guard. They report a most excellent time. Miss Elnora McClain entertained about fifty guests in honor of Misses Claudia and Blanche Quarels, of Kansas City. The affair was held at Wilson's garden and the sweet music, pretty decorations, and cool balmy breeze, made it very delightful, and the guests highly enjoyed themselves. Punch was served throughout the evening. During the past week Wilson's garden has been the scene of several swell picnic parties. The Progressive club, a leader in the social world entertained Wednesday evening. The decorations were gaudy and the music sweet and enchanting. This and the pleasant breeze made it all that heart could wish. This popular club will give themselves another treat Wednesday evening of next week... The Trivola, a club composed of the city's leaders in the business and social world, were but in full force Tuesday evening and lingered till a late hour, when all went to their several homes feeling greatly refreshed from the outing. APEX THE APEX Tuesday Wednesday PALACE OF FLAMES ITALA'S PRIZE MASTERPIECE PHOTO PLAY In THREE Perfectly Produced Parts With Ermette Zacconi, Italy's Foremost Actor MANSFIELD in the leading role depicting a tremendously gripping story of false accusation, imprisonment and final vindication. The Burning Mansion and the Rescue From the Flames. 80 Other Big Spectacular Scenes. Matinee 2:15 ADMISSION ONE DIME Night 7:15 SHAWNEE DRUG STORE- FOR DRUGS AND PRESCRIPTIONS COLD SODAS, CANDIES, ETC. THE BIG NEW DRUG STORE. Corner Third and Kansas Ave. JAMES WHITE and J. H. HARRIS The meeting of the forty-fifth grand session of the F. G. B. I. Benevolent society held in Topeka this week was the largest and most successful meeting held in the history of the order. The grand session was a busy one. The increasing of their endowment and making laws regulating the Juvenile department were some of the principal matters claiming their attention. The financial reports show remarkable gains. The property values in the cities of the jurisdiction reaches up into many thousand dollars with nearly $5,000 in the bank. The Grand officers are: P. C. Thomas, G. P., Topeka; Mrs. Addie White, G V P., Lawrence; Miss Bevada Jackson, G. S., Leavenworth; Mrs. Maude Gentry, G. A. S., Topeka; Mrs. M. E. Tidinings, G. C. Lawrence; Mayme Barker, G. C. Topeka; H. Kunty, G. M., Lawrence; Mrs. Susie Washington, Topeka. Several past grand officers were present, some of whom were: G. L. Craig, Leavenworth; D. Self, Leavenworth; Mrs. Julia Brown, Topeka; G. W. Hubbard, Leavenworth and others. Dover, Okla, did not get the next annual grand lodge meeting as many anticipated. Leavenworth having received the highest number of votes captured the next grand session. KAW VALLEY DISTRICT ASSOCIATION OPENS! The Kaw Valley District Baptist association and its auxilaries, the B. Y. P. U., the Sunday School Convention and the Womens Home and Foreign Mission convention, commenced its ninth annual session Monday with the session of the B. Y. P. U., at the APEX Tuesday PALA ITALA'S PRIZE In TH With Ermette MANSFIELD accusation, impr SEE cue 80 Matinee 2: The street cars carry you within a block and a half of the only cool spot in Topeka, Wilson's Summer garden. Prof. G. W. Lowry, of Paola, who attended the K. P. Grand Lodge at Kansas City, spent a few hours in the city last Saturday on business. He was a pleasant caller at The Plaindealeen office. Mr. Henry C. Wilson departed Sunday for Van Couver, B. C., where he will visit his son, Mr. Joseph Wilson and his daughters, Mrs. Dora Alexander and Mrs. Anna DeMoss. Mr. Wilson is a pioneer settler in Shawnee county, being one of the first men of his race to operate business in Topeka, and after acquiring enough to tide him safely over that proverbal "rainy season," he retired a few years ago to his beautiful suburban home, where he and his estimable wife and daughter, Miss Ogeal are taking life easy under their own vine and fig tree. Mr. Wilson is one of Shawnee county's most highly respected citizens. His numerous friends amore wish him a pleasant visit turn. He will remain --- Wilson's Summer Garden The Coolest Spot in Topeka Dancing Every Thursday Evening Wilson's Summer Garden The Coolest Spot in Topeka Dancing Every Thursday Evening Come and Enjoy the Swings. Hammocks and Rustic Benches—Garden to Rent for Private Parties—Terms Reasonable. CAI.I. 4824 N-1. Colered People's Hair. Miss Mattie L. Bradshaw, of Topeka, presided over the B.Y. P. U. and this proved one of the most profitable sessions of the organization. Representatives were present from Rosedale, Kansas City and Lawrence, representing ten churches. The following officers were elected for the ensuing year: unification to shutil shutil status President—Mattie L. Bradshaw. Vice-President—Mrs. Fannie Green. Recording Secretary—Miss Lenora Jenkins. Corresponding Secretary—Mrs. Eva Herrington. Treasurer—Mrs. R. H. Thomas. Amount raised $69,000. Sunday School Convention. The Sunday School convention met Tuesday morning with the president, Miss Lydia Lockridge of Kansas City in the chair. There were delegates present from Kansas City, Lawrence and Rosedale with the Tipika schools representing sixteen schools. The session proved a very interesting one and the delegates and officers feel proud of the work being accomplished. The following officers were elected: President—Miss Lydia Lockridge, Kansas City. Vice-President—Miss. G. Byrd, Lawrence. Cor. Sec.—Miss Gertrude Solomon, Topeka. Treasurer—Miss Myrtle Stewart, Kansas City. Mrs. F. B. Watson, the efficient and capable president of the Womans Home and Foreign Mission convention was on duty at the opening session Wednesday. Besides the Topeka contingent delegates were present from Kansas City, Rosdale, Bonner Springs and Lawrence, and all were enthusiastic in the work and the session proved a veritable maelstrom of business from the tap of the signal to the finish. The association proper convened Thursday morning, Rev. G. N. Jackson of Lawrence, the moderator in the chair. Delegates were present, besides Topeka, from Kansas City, Lawrence, Edwardsville, Bonner Springs and Armourdale, all inspired with a determination to do more this year and show better results than in the KIL THE LA ACE OF FLAM ZE MASTERPIECE I FREE Perfectly Produced Zacconi, Italy's For LD in the leading role mendously grippi isonment and final vindic the Burning Mansion e From the Flames. Other Big Spectacul 15 ADMISSION ONE DIME Wilson's Sum The Coolest Sp Dancing Every Th Come and Enjoy the Swings. Hammond Rent for Private Parties—Terms R OGEAL WILSON, Manager. Colored Peo FREE FREE FREE preached last night by Rev. George McNeal, of Kansas City, and the congregation was moved with the power of his eloquence. The choir from the Third Baptist church of this city was in evidence with its splendid singing and aided materially in the service, in the afternoon Rev. G. W. Henry delivered the intruditory sermon and the hearts of men and women were filled with the fire of love and many rejoiced in the visitation of the spirit. The session will continue until Sunday evening and great results are anticipated before the close. CHRISTIAN CHURCHES, NOTICE! The seventeenth annual convention of the Christian Churches of Kansas will convene at the Eighth St. Christian church, Eighth and Everett Sts., Kansas City, Kansas, Thursday Aug. 7th, at 10 o'clock a.m., and will be in session until Sunday, Aug. 10th. All delegates are requested to be present at the sitting of the convention and remain until the closing of the session. REV. B. C. DUKE, Mississ Elizabeth and Emma Ellewe Cooper returned Wednesday from a pleasant visit with friends in Kansas City. They spent a day with Mrs. Arnicholas Chiles Williams, and say that she is well and enjoying life immensely. MRS. McCLELLAND'S HAIR GOODS COMPANY, 832 Kansas Avenue, claims to carry the best Creole Hair on the market for Colored People. Get their prices on Puffs, Transformations, Pompa-Cours, etc. Special attention given to small orders and out of town orders. MRS. A. CMcCLELLAND, Prop. APEX Wednesday MES PHOTO PLAY Parts foremost Actor le depicting a tre- ing story of false application. in and the Res- cular Scenes. Night 7:15 Summer Garden Spot in Topeka Thursday Evening Rocks and Rustic Benches—Garden to Reasonable. CALL 4824 N·1. CLEM WILSON, Asst. Manager. People's Hair. Our New 1913 Catalog showing the latest styles in Colored People's Hair. We are the largest importers and manufacturers of Colored People's Hair. We guarantee our hair to stand combing and washing. Our prices are lower than those quoted elsewhere. We sell hair by the pound, also hair nets and straightening combs. toilet articles and all styles of hair. Perfect satisfaction guaranteed or money back. Send two cent stamp for our beautiful catalog. Agents Wanted. Humania Hair Co. Department F. 23 Duane Street. NEW YORK CITY. Wilson's garden open every Hunday evening. Come early and stay until the last car. You can pay your room and board and have one medical bath a day for $6.80 at the Cobb Hotel, Claremore. Miss Estella Hatcher left Sunday for Kansas City to visit her sister, Mrs. Mimms. She will return shortly to accompany Miss Ethel Conner on a trip to Omaha and DesMoines. Mrs. Jack Payne of Parsons., Kas, is in the city, the guest of her sister, Madam Gertrude Fisher, 805 McGee street. Madam Anna Brown will give a musical at the Pleasant Green Baptist church next Monday right. Madam Gertrude Fisher entertained the following out of town guests: Mrs. Jack Payne, Mrs. Chas. Hudson and Mrs. Oscar McLin of Parsons, Kans, Mrs. Leatha Hopkins of Pittsburg, Mrs. Sidney Tillmary of Chicago, and Mrs. Young of Denver. Mr. and Mrs. Claud Hardin have returned from a ten days' visit to Excelsior Springs, Mo. Mr. Robert Womack of Parsons, Kans., spent Monday in the city. He is now running on the diner from St. Louis to Parsons. HUTCHINSON, KANSAS Several young people from the surrounding towns were in the city last Friday to see Ringling's show. The Sunflower orchestra left this week 1fo Pratt to play for a Carnival. Mrs. Lizzie McCalep left for Pratt where she was called on account of the death of her mother. Mrs. M. Plummer who went to Kansas City to attend the grand lodge session of the Knights of Pythias and Court of Calanthe and to visit with relatives, has returned home. Messrs. M. and H. Bird, who have been in the city for some time, have gone to Omaha, Neb. Mr. Millard Thomas of St. Joseph, Mo., is in the city. Rev. J. H. Nichols is slightly indisposed at this writing. Misses Lucy Johnson and Inez Johnson and Messr. W. W. Evans, Marion Martin and Alexander Lee attended the K. of P. grand lodge session at Kansas City last week. Meessrs. Adriel and Gus Underwood in a few days will be hosts to a dancing party on the large pavilion at Riverside park. A large number has been invited and a very pleasant time is anticipated. Both phones 774. Res., Bell 648 OLIVER A. TAYLOR, M. D. Physician and Surgeon. Office 334 Kansas Ave., over Gibber's Drug Store, across from Threep Hotel. Calls Answered Day and Night. Residence: 1535 Van Buren St. Office hours: 9:30 to 10:30; 3 to 6 Bell phone 901. DR. THADDEUS P. MARTIN Physician and Surgeon. 832 Kansas Ave. Residence: 1026 Buchanan St. Residence phones: dell 801-2. Ind. 2880 Ref 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 1691 DR. W. ROGER RUSSELL. DENTIST All Work Guaranteed to Give Satisfaction. 832 Kansas Avenue. - Phone 3492 When in Topeka and want a neatly furnished room, call at 113 W. 19th St. Mrs. B. F. Austin, Prop. Rooms by day or week. Strictly first class. Hadley and Robinson, BARBERSHOP AND BATHS Shining Parlor Everything neat, clean and up-to-date. 317 Kansas Ave. TOPEKA, KAR. UNION... Cafe, HOTEL... 127 West Railroad Street. SHERMAN TROTTER, Prorrieter. BOARD AND LODGING. Everything First Class. NORTH TOPEKA, KANSAS. STATE FAIR, TOPEKA KANSAS BEST ASSET A Great Institution that Has Mirrored the State's Wonderful Achievements and Marvelous Growth. OUR BEST ADVERTISEMENT The State Fair at Topeka Is An Inspiration to Every Citizen Who Visits It-Biggest Show in Kansas No newspaper in Kansas is large enough to detail what the State Fair, Topeka, has done educationally in the improved methods of farming, drying, breeding of live stock and poultry, and in advertising the state's matchless possibilities and advantages The State Fair at Topeka points with pardon the pride to its annual exploitation of the state's resources Here at Topeka has been built an exposition that ranks in every respect with the great fairs of our neighbor states, Nebraska, Missouri and Iowa And this fine record has been made by the united efforts of the people of Kansas and the Association. Other states have financed their fairs with generous appropriations, running up over a million dollars, Kansas, without such aid, presents annually a State Fair at Topeka, the equal of the great expositions held at Des Moines and Lincoln That this has been done, and will be repeated on a still larger scale. September 12, this year, is a tribute to the energy and progressive spirit of the Association, and to the loyalty and state pride of Kansas people, worthy of special mention. The coming great State Fair at Topeka, in September, more than any other interest or attraction, will faithfully mirror Kansas' greatness—the achievements of the most progressive people on earth The Associations exhibitions in the years past have brought new people and new wealth from other states The State Fair at Topeka in September, following a bountiful harvest and a year of unrivalled prosperity, will elapse all former records Through the influence of Kansans who come to the capital city and witness this great statewide show of its wonderful resources and achievements, will come other citizens and more wealth Kansans do not hide their light in a bushel. They are glad to write to the fr friends in other states of our great prosperity, as it will be reflected in the State Fair at Topeka You ask what the State Fair at Topeka has done for Kansas. It is, in brief, an inspiration to every citizen who visits it. It causes men to turn over a new leaf and breed better live stock, grow better corn, wheat, oats and other crops, buy better farm in chinery and, in fact, go to farming on a practical business basis. The Kansas farmer is the one man who has been immeasurably benefited by the State Fair at Topeka. He obtains here all possible information which enables him to grow a superior product for the purphe of outclassing his competitors. As he collects this information and puts it into use he is benefiting himself in taking an advanced step in modern agriculture and brings himself on a better footing in his community. The farmer and his son visits the State Fair at Topeka and sees the very best herds of cattle that are in the United States competing for the premiums, the largest draft horses that they ever saw, and hundreds of driving and saddle horses that have been bred to perfection, must be inspired, interested and benefited The State Fair at Topeka mirrors the wholesome, healthful development of all the industries of which Kansas is capable It emphasizes the fact with absolute proof-a great exhibition of its varied products-that Kansas is the greatest agricultural state in the Union. The mutual dependence of all industries of the field, the orchard, the factory and the workshop, one upon the other is a lesson of value, and is one of the countless blessings grown, out of the annual State Fairs held at Topeka The annual expositions at the capital city enables the people to get better acquainted. The State Fair at Topeka, especially inculcates a love for, and appreciation of clean entertainment of all kinds, including the finest racing in the West, such wonderful spectacular shows as "Old Mexico, high class vaudeville, aeroplane flights and the best concert music. More than all else, the State Fair at Topeka has been a very important factor in encouraging the spirit of loyalty to home institutions, thus making effective the desires for a better and greater Kansas. Let this one fact be remembered: The annual State Fair at Topeka has done more to advertise Kansas than any other one agency. Beginning on Monday, September 8, the Fair Grounds will be open to the general public on each day of the Fair from 8 o'clock a. m until 11 o'clock p. m. Frank Jennings is Wanted Badly! THIS REWARD OF $250 IS ON DEPOSIT WITH THE COMMERCIAL NATIONAL BANK OF KANSAS CITY, KANSAS. 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 210 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 porter, 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 the Masonic order which had been entrusted to his care The "COBB" Hotel and Bath House BOARD, ROOM AND BATH $6.80 PER WEEK. STOMACH TROUBLES, FEMALE TROUBLES. RHEUMATISM, ECZEMA, LUMBAGO. CATARRH, And All Kinds of Blood Disorders. W. D. COBB, Manager, CLAREMORE. OKLAHOMA. When In Omaha 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 INDEPENDENCE, KANSAS. Some recent gains have helped a little, but some good soakers are what we need in this section. Mr. Ira Davis has gone to Paola on a vacation. Mrs. Matthew Fluellen is visiting in Baster Springs and Pittsburg. Mr. Frank Delhart and Dr. Davis returned last Friday evening from Kansas City where they attended the K. P. grand lodge session. The musical given at the A. M. E. church last Thursday night was a success and a neat sum was realized. Rev. Warren of the A. M. E. church took his choir over to Cherryvale last Sunday to assist in the rally there at the A. M. E. church. All returned and reported a grand time and all credit is due Rev. Warren for his excellent church work and his ability in pastoral duties. This church will do well to have the return of Rev. Warren for the next conference year, as the church is said to be in better condition today than ever before in its history. The banquet given by the Shriners here last Friday night was a success in every particular. Over 175 were served at 81 per couple. Visitors were present from Coffeyville, Parsons, Cheeryvale, Iola, Pratt and Wichita. Mr. Adams was master of ceremonies and served in his usual first class manner. Talk by Revs. J, W. Warren, Rowe, H. M. Stradford and Mr Anderson Peace were highly enjoyed by all present. Mrs. Clem Fluellen is visiting in Oklahoma City, Okla. Mr. C. W. Fields has gone to Pratt to attend the funeral of a relative. The A. M E. church is pulling for a final rally Sunday Aug. 3rd, with a basket dinner on the ground All are hoping for success. The Independence Yellow Jackets defeated the Parsons team Sunday in a ten inning game by a score of six to five. Rev. Freeman graced the pulpit of the A. M. E. church last Sunday night. Mrs. Adams entertained the O. E. S. last night. Miss Alice Fluellen is reported ill. Bill Acres bought a farm that was the largest one for miles around. He couldn't till it well because "Twas scattered over too much ground. He could not keep the weeds cut down. Not could he keep the fence up he had to sell and move to town. And now owns nothing but a pig. Jim Homestead bought a little tree So small that when he started out Polka laughed at him, but "he a fact He tilted the soil so well that he just made it pay that little farm -Charles H. Mothers in American Agriculture TYING UP A FLEECE. Directions For the Proper Care of the Wool Grower's Crop. First, all the tag locks must be removed, whether they be dung or grass and dirt written W C Coffey of the Illinois station describing the proper way to tie up a tree, second, the three should be carefully rolled up by hand until in wool lock, with no coils or strips locks pruning and with the flesh side out, third, the three should be tied with a hand glazed twine not larger than one-eighth inch in diameter. In tying the ends of the twine especial care should be taken to make a firm hand knot that will not slip. Tag locks are not so common that their presence in flowers from farm dorks is the rule rather than an exception. The total effect of leaving them on flowers is bad. It puts our woods in bad standing with wool houses and manufactures. Long continued, it has led to the only logical result namely, discrimination in price against our woods. Crucial rolling, with the flesh shale out and no ends or stray locks showing, adds greatly to the appearance of the diese. It also prevents mixing the wool from different dieses, and, by the way, each diese should be tied to itself. In the wool warehouse it is a pretty sight to see the heaps of graded wool faced with a tier of carefully rolled and the diese. GOOD FOR THE GRUNTERS. This Handy Swill Barrel Doesn't Need Much Material or Labor. A very handy swill barrel for feeding a lot of heaps when they come crowding around the trough is made as follows, says the Iowa Homestead, from which article and illustration are reproduced. The barrel A is set on a small platform immediately above a trough, B, next to the hydrant D, which has a goose neck so that water can be drawn into the barrel directly from the hydrant. In the center of the bottom of the barrel is barrel a tv inch auger hole which is kept closed by means of a plug, C, the handle of which is HANDY SWILL THROUGH made of an old brown handle and long enough to touch to the top of the barrel. Swill is made of ground feed, and when it is desirable to feed the bags all the operator has to do is to stir the swill and pull the plug, and the swill runs out into the trough without any trouble. When enough has run out the plug may be returned to its place, and in this way there is no spilling or huddling of swill. The trough may be of any convenient length. Spring Culture of Wheat. Harrowing wheat in the spring is a priciple that is receiving considerable attention of late years. Where the ground is compacted hard from beating rains of only spring, followed by rathery weather, the harrowing of wheat with a drag harrow is good practice. So far experiments have shown at the Missouri station, however, the harrowing of wheat is not always sufficiently beneficial to pay for the work, although where one harrows in clever seed at the same time the practice is usually a paying one. Where the wheat is badly 'heaved' the use of a heavy roller in the only spring is a good practice. All depends, however upon the extent of the 'heavy ing' In answer to a subscriber who complains of rats getting away with his young chicks and requesting a remedy for exterminating the rodents, a correspondent of the Kansas City Farmer says that if powdered sulphur and cayenne pepper are scattered around the rat holes the vermin will disappear. Another remedy is to scatter powdered lye around their holes. The lye will stick to the rat's feet. He commences to lick them, which causes death. Why Rely on Cornt In sections where corn has not proved a success it is fully to rely upon corn. In such sections there are crops which do succeed, and it is the part of intelligence to plant them Kaffir, milo and other crops grow and do well where corn fails. Then why rely on corn?—Farm and Ranch. . Major's Mechanical, Technical, Correspondence Chauffeur School Our Course can be completed for $30.00 in seven weeks. The best investment ever made, and a knowledge that's growing in demand. Think of the Government and Cities that are opening avenues for qualified men, especially those who hold a diploma. Write today for illustrated picture of the school and terms. We furnish working models. MAJORS' M. T. C. C. SCHOOL,117 N. Cardinal Ave., St. Louis, Mo. W. S. FEARANCE, Secretary; W.L. M.JORS, President and Manager. On last Saturday the death angel touched the shining strands on the harp of time and bade Mrs. Eliza Jane Broadenax cease her troubles on this mundane sphere and cross to that blissful note of never ending rest. Mrs. Broadenax was born in Mercer county, Kentucky, Feb. 13, 1826, aged 87 years, 5 months and 13 days. In 1847 she was married to Lewis Broadenax and to this union was born fourteen children, twelve sons and two daughters, and of these eleven and the husband have preceded her to the better world. She came to Kansas in April, 1878, with her husband and seven sons, three of whom survive her. She was one of the early pioneers and suffered many hardships, having lost her husband in 1880, just three years after her arrival in this state. She professed a hope in Jesus Christ, our Redeemer at a early age and has lived a faithful Christian throughout these years and was thus when the Heavenly Father called her from labor to reward. She was a kind and loving mother and grandmother and was loved by all who knew her. She leaves three sons John and Charley Bradshaw of Topcha, and George Bradshaw, St. of Jetmore, 25 grand children, and 24 great grand children, and a host of other relatives and friends to weep over her demise but to rejoice in the knowledge that she is at rest. "Mother, rest; thy warfare's over; Sleep the sleep that knows no breaking. Breaking. Dream of battle of sin no more Rest, rest on the bosom of the Savior." The funeral was held last Sunday at 11 a.m., preached by the Rev. L. H. 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Miss Inez Haze is spending the summer in Chicago with her aunt. We are proud to note that Miss Ella Leo Smith is still retained as private secretary to President H. T. Kealing of W. U. Miss Smith, besides having a charming personality, is very efficient in her line of work. Miss Mabel Vaughn is making good in the Oklahoma schools. She has choice of two well paying positions as teacher. The genial Mr. Thomas McCampbell, who was recently appointed as custodian of the church farm, is making rapid strides toward improving the farm land. Little Miss Myrtle Evertt has returned from Independence, Mo. Mrs. M. Griffin was called to Monmouth, Ill, Monday to attend the funeral of her aunt. Little Miss Charlotte B. Kennedy has returned from a visit with her aunt at Lawrence. Miss Effie Grant, efficient teacher 1 Goods Sold on Easy Payments Furniture Co., carpets, ; Draperies. Kansas City, Kansas Free! 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About fifty people from the two Kansas Cities were present during the session of the Mite Missionary convention Leavenworth could at least feel proud of two characters. Rev. Biggers, who is one of the best young ministers in the A. M. E. church, is doing a grand work in Leavenworth. The other is Miss Georgia Taylor, who has the softest, sweetest and most musical voice of any in these parts. In visiting Leavenworth don't fail to hear these two personns. Rev. Guy was mourn pleased with our city and expects to come again. and want a FIRST CLASS PLACE TO STOP CALL ON COLORADO SPRINGS. —;— COLO MAKING FARM THERE is liberal profit in broilers for those who have skill in poultry raising. The matter of location is not so vital with this commodity as with some classes of produce. In raising broilers it is seldom necessary to drive to town offener than once a week. Customers will be satisfied with a weekly service, provided it is regular. For this reason a poultry farm may be three or four miles out, where land sells at $75 to $100 an acre. With a dairy or garden truck it is unprofitable to locate so far from a station, and where land is bought within a mile or two of a good town it costs $200 to $300 an acre. Location must be considered also if the owner has to go to the city daily. Broilers weighing two pounds or a little less sell readily for 35 cents apiece. The cost of feeding is not over 5 cents on a farm. A profit of $25 to $30 per 100 is pretty fair. Hotels, restaurants, clubs and well to do private families are regular buyers, and the demand exceeds the supply. A little farm ought to produce 1,000 or 2,000 broilers every year. I know of a place of five acres, about an hour's ride from Chicago, where not less than 2500 chickens are produced annually, many of them being sold as broilers. The owner raises an acre of wheat and three acres of corn. He supplements this with table leafings and ground bone. Chicks get nothing but meal and breadcrumbs soaked in skinned milk or dry, according to judgment, for the first three weeks. After this the variety of food is enlarged. Cornmeal, wheat, boiled potatoes and scraps of all kinds make a satisfactory diet for growing poultry. In dry weather they need a chance to run about. They may be confined to a building or yard the last week or ten days for fattening. Cornmeal, boiled If a man's land is already rich he must keep it so. If it is yielding minimum crops he must increase its producing power. This may be accomplished by properly rotating crops, maintaining and increasing the humus content of the soil by returning all organic matter and growing leguminous crops. Further than this, there is scarcely a farm that would not be greatly benefited by plowing under some green manure crop. —Wyoming Bulletin. --- OPEN AIR POULTRY HOUSE. Good For the Fewle In All Weathers, Not Excepting Cold Months. A correspondent of Orange Judd Farmer writes as follows concerning open air poultry houses; My open air poultry house I like very much The yards join the center of the house, making one house do for two pens. The openings are covered with poultry netting, thus making them secure against prowlers. Inside are muslin curtains stretched on frames to fit the openings. These are hinged at the top and hooked back to the inner roof when not in use. They are used only in bad weather. The roosts are arranged above a platform, which is also hinged, and can be let down to remove the droppings. The roosts themselves are made of bassafras, which is said not to harbor vermin, but I have found that it does just the same. The floors are covered POULTRY COLONY HOUSE WITH CANVAS FLOOR FOR VISITATION with deep litter. In this the fowls scratch and slag and hunt for food with deep into it in the rear the wrist scratch and sling and hunt for food. I whitewash the houses and keep them sweet and clean. The roofs are covered with felt roofing, and three sides of the building are made perfectly tight, no cracks or knotholes. I found last winter during severe weather my fowls did much better in the open front houses than those in the other kind. There was never a frozen comb in the open front house, while I found two of my best cookery with their combs badly frozen in houses supposed to be warmer. A small hole is placed at the lower right hand corner for my little flock of ducks. It is closed at night. The ducks drop their eggs on the litter. Hunt For Cabbage Growers. Lilium executive of club found in to have a quar- fer into scatter OD female THE LITTLE PAY By C. C. BOWSFIELD potatoes and skimmilk will do best for the fattening process. Such things as shorts, cranked wheat, oatmeal mush and table scraps also produce a nice looking and printable young chicken. Even in winter chickens ought to have a chance to exercise when the weather is light. New people keep their poultry free from venuln and this is why so many fall at the business. Chickens are less hardy than ducks and geese, and if lonely there is no profit in raising them. After considerable expedition I am able to keep poultry clean by providing plenty of dust heaps in the yards, whitewashing coops and houses and occasionally applying kerosene or grasse to floors and roosts. A few to bacon leaves hang about the nests have a good effect. There are many good remedies, but the chief thing is vigilance. The clean and careful handling of chickens will tell in growth as well as quality. Therefore it pays to be theirough. At least one good indicator is necessary. I have made it a rule for several years to turn most of my egg production into poultry. Broilers at $4 a dozen pay better than eggs at 30 cents a dozen. But when one is in the business there will be a percentage of full grown chickens and also some proportion of eggs to market. Winter prices are invariably the highest, so that it is best to hatch as many of the summer eggs as possible and have a heavy supply of poultry around Christmas and, in fact, all winter. Broiler customers demand their supplies at all times of the year. The farmer needs to have a regular day for furnishing this commodity. If it is necessary to ship to a large city it is possible to have a hotel or club take the entire output. It is easier to make such arrangements than many would suppose. Have the quality right, and the selling will be easy. It is strange that any one should claim to know all about farming, which is one of the broadest and deepest subjects among men. When we contemplate what might be accomplished in plant growth and animal breeding, if men knew, we are apt to be overwhelmed with the ignorance of men upon scientific agriculture. And yet occasionally one may be found who thinks that he has learned all about farming - Farm and Ranch. BARREL NEST AND RUN. Give the Hans a Comfortable Place to Hatch Their Eggs. The illustration here reproduced shows how the barrel nest and run are made. The former is a flour barrel laid on its side in an excavation sufficient to bury the side of it about two or three inches. The dirt secured NEST AND HUN CONSTITUED. [From the Farm Journal] In digging this ditch is spread on the inside of the barrel and upon this is a nest hollowed out and filled with to bacco stems. On the top of the barrel is fastened heavy roofing paper. If this paper is nailed to cheats and fastened by when it can be readily removed after the hatching season and used for years. The sun is constructed of whole length plastering lath and made in sections, as shown in picture. At night a white board is placed in front of the barrel with in opening above sufficient to afford ventilation. The nest being on the ground, the eggs receive plenty of moisture and a better hatch is assumed. Farm Journal CRITTER WISDOM. See to it that your breeding sow has a good balanced nutrition. Don't go to the extreme of feeding her too much corn or butter of foods. Mighty easy to feed new corn to the hogs, stalks and all, but you will find that if the corn is first run through the shredder the animals will eat it up clean. You can greatly improve the looks of your cows by taking a little care of their hooves and horns. A few moments spent with a course file and a pair of planners may change entirely the looks of an animal. Cold pressed cottonseed cake possesses a high feeding value and with corn and corn stover give larger daily gains than any combination of feeds at the Nebraska station. This was shown in a test for economical beef protein. No World-Burning—batan to Be Bound—Sin, Sickness and Death to Be Conquered—Man to Be Delivered. The Power Vested in Messiah—His Kingdom Near—How It Will Appear. Denver, Dec. 1. This city is stirred! Seventeen pastors of all denominations have been discussing The Second Advent for a month. Now comes Pastor Russell telling us all that "The Earth abldeth forever"—that it will never be destroyed by literal PASTOR RUSSELL Denver, Dec. 1. This city is stirred Seventeen pastors of all denominations have been discussing The Second Advent for a month. Now comes Pastor Russell telling us all that "The Earth abldeth forever"—that it will never be destroyed by literal fire. According to him the great event of Christ's Coming will bring blessings such as we all desire. He seems to have the Bible and logic on his side too! Pastor Russell declared that false concepts of the Second Coming of Christ had done great injury. The view set forth in all orthodox creeds is that Christ will come again in the flesh. The resurrection will take place within twenty four hours. The saintly will rise in the air to meet the Lord. Then fire will come down from heaven, and consume the whole earth. Pre-millennialists claim that Christ will reign in fleshly glory a thousand years to bless the living. The majority of Christians disown this as ridiculous nonsense because thy believe little of creed or Bible. A minority perceive its inconsistency with the Bible. What Bible Students Now See. The "fire of that day" is symbolical, already kindling in society, the elements of which, Capital and Labor, are getting hotter. Soon they will melt, the symbolical "earth" will be consumed with the "heavens" also, the ecclesiastical powers. Their passing away will usher in a "new earth," or social order, and "new heavens," the Church in glory. The Second Coming of Christ is associated with blessings. Messiah will abolish the curse and bring in wonderful blessings. The Day of Christ will be "the last Day,"—the great Seventh Thousand-year Day. All humanity will be blessed, including the dead who will then be awakened. Christ Comes to Reign. As the redemption was necessary for man's salvation so Messiah's Kingdom is necessary to accomplish restitution. The delay of more than eighteen centuries is Scripturally explained: (1) God designed Six Great One Thousand Year Days to teach mankind the exceeding sinfulness of sin. He purposed that on the Seventh Day the blessing of Messiah should come. (2) An important work has been done since Calvary. An Elect Church has been gathered out of all nations—saints made perfect through suffering, a Little Flock, the "Church of the First-borns" "These are to become the Bride of Christ at His Second Advent. The Second Coming of Jesus is to claim His Bride class, and to exalt them. As regards the world, He comes to bind Satan, to overthrow sin, and to uplift fallen humanity. St. Peter tells that Resituation work, not a literal burning of the world, awaits the Second Coming of Jesus: "Times of refreshing shall come from the presence of the Lord."—Acts III, 10-21. Christ's Kingdom to Be Spiritual. One great mistake we have all made is in not noticing that Jesus was human for only thirty-three and a half years. He was a glorious spirit being before He was made flesh; and He was resurrected to a spirit condition—higher than His original one. How foolish we were to think of Jesus as a man (a little lower than angels) in the midst of the Heavenly host. He is now partaker of the Divine nature; His Church is to be "changed" and made "like Him." As His descent was from a higher to a lower, so His ascent was from a lower nature to a higher, "for above angels." His is the exceeding glory which "no man hath seen nor can see"—"which no man can approach unto." It is this glorious Being whose Kingdom is about to be established. He and His church will be as invisible to man as are Satan and the fallen angels. The appearances of Jesus in the flesh after His resurrection were materializations, to prove: (1) that Jesus was no longer dead; (2) that He was changed, born of the Spirit, able to go and come like the wind Parousia, Epiphania, Apokalupsis. Messiah's kingdom will have earthly reptiles native to the faithful saints of previous ages, raised to human perfection instantly. Through these the invisible Messiah's Kingdom will operate Jesus said, "We shall see Abraham, Isaac, Jacob and all the prophets in the Kingdom." The parousa of Jesus will come first — present but invisible. The world will continue with the ordinary affairs of life (while He is gathering the Church, as in the days of Noah). After the gathering of the Church, there will be an epiphania and an apocalypse of Jesus. He will shine forth. He will be revealed—not in flesh, but "in standing fire," the trouble of that Day, in which the present order will be consumed in anarchy, giving place to the Kingdom Dispensation. LAPAN COUNTY is very much in need of rain. The North Central Baptist association met in this city last week. Quite a number attended. Dr. Brooma of Jackson, Mich., is in the city. Mr. H. C. Clements of Goodnight, Okla., was in the city attending the Baptist Association. Dr. A. R. Eagleson made a trip to Oklahoma City Wednesday. Mr. and Mrs. Tallifano of Perry are visiting in the city. Miss Blanche Jackson who has been attending school at La Port, Ind, during the past year, is spending her vacation with the home folks. Dr. Conrad made a business trip to Fallis last Friday. Miss Minnie R. Taylor is teaching a summer school West of the city. Mr. John Freeman, of Weatherford is at the Park sanitarium. Mrs. H. L. Washington, Miss S. Price and Rev. Dobbins attended the District conference last week. Miss Laura Edwards and sister, Mrs. Wallace, Okmulgee, are spending the summer in Colorado. Mrs. R. P. Morton was in the city Saturday from Meridian. Mr. Fank Anderson is teaching a summer school at Crescent. Little C. G Buchanan celebrated his sixth birthday last Wednesday by inviting about twenty-five of his little friends for an afternoon of games and other amusements. Ice cream and cake was served; and the little folks had a splendid time. Mr. W. P. Harvey of Chandler was a business visitor here Saturday. Miss Amelia Thornton was in from Langston University to spend the week-end with home folks. Mrs. L. B Sneed was in the city Saturday from Langston. Miss Pearl Cowl of Boley is spending her vacation in the city, guest of Mrs. T. C. Vinson. EMPORIA, KANSAS. I wish to state that Emporia is still on the map, and in a progressive condition. The colored people of Emporia are chiefly busy, and every man or woman that is of an industrious disposition can find employment of some kind to make an honest living. Many of the colored people here are buying homes and are paying for them too. The churches are in a prosperous condition. The A. M. E. church is under the leadership of Rev. T. W. Greene, Jr., and is doing a fine work. Rev. Greene seems to be the right man in the right place. Rev. Wm Alford, D. D., pastor of the St. James Baptist church, has proven himself worthy of being pastor of the largest colored Baptist church in the Smoky Hill District Baptist association. He has proven himself to be a Christian gentleman, a good leader, a polished pulpit orator and St. James Baptist church is marching on to victory. Mrs. G. B. Alford, wife of the St James pastor, has been called to be old home at Guthrie, Okla., on account of the illness of her mother and her many friends sincerely wish her mother a speedy recovery, that Mrs. Alford may soon return home again. The St. James Baptist church is making preparations to represent in the Smoky Hill District Baptist association which convenes at Wimberly Chapel Baptist church Aug. 5th. The Chautauqua held under the auspices of the white citizens of this city in Soden's Grove was very largely attended by the colored people, aspecially last Sunday afternoon, it being the last day. A SUBSCRIBER. In the District Court of Shawne County, Kansas. RICHARD P. COONS, Plaintiff, VR. NO.28 MABLE D. COONS, Defendant. PUBLICATION NOTICE. The State of Kansas, to Mable D. Coons, Greeting: You are hereby notified that the above named plaintiff has commenced action against you for a divorce, and filed the petition in said action on July 26th, 1915, and that unless you answer said petition on or before the 13th day of September, 1915 judgment will be rendered against you in said action, granting plaintiff a divorce from you and awarding plaintiff if the custody of minor child E. R. SIMON, Attorney for Plaintiff. Attest: C W BOWER, Clerk of the District Court. By Pannie B. Houser, Deputy. 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