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THE TOPEKA PLAINDEALER Christmas Shoppers, Watch These Columns Next Week. The Merchants Will Have Special Bargains to Offer. Education Winning Suffrage for Negro Ray Stannard Baker Says Proper Training Will Bring Recognition of Rights of Colored Men in the White South----Says Matter is Greatly Overestimated. Fifteenth Year. No. 5). Christmas Shop Education W Suffra Ray Stannard Baker Say Bring Recognition of Men in the White is Greatly Ow From the Christian Science Monitor. What the Negro has achieved in 50 years of freedom is set forth by a score of writers in the annual of the American Academy of Political and Social Science just published. One of the most important of the articles is by Ray Stannard Baker, who has contributed articles on civics to the magazines, and deals with "Problems of Citizenship." After discussing various limitations which restrict suffrage in the United States, particularly as applied to the Negro, the writer lays down the following general proposition: "Nowhere in the South today is the Negro cut off legally, as a Negro, from the ballot. Legally, any Negro who can meet the comparatively slight requirements as to education, or property, or both, can cast his ballot as a basis of equality with the white man. I have emphasized the word legally, but I know the practical difficulties, which confront the Negro voter in many parts of the South. In the enforcement of the law, the legal ideal is still pegged out far beyond the actual performance. "Now, then, if we are interested in the problem of democracy, we have two courses open to us. We may think the laws are unjust to the Negro and incide tully to the poor white man as well. If we do we have a perfect right to agitate for a change, and we can do much to disclose, without heat, the actual facts regarding the complicated and vexatious legislative situation in the South, as regards the suffrage. Every change in the legislation upon this subject shows, indeed, be jealously watched that the principle of political equality between the races be no, legally curtailed. The doctrine laid down in the tenth amendment must, at any hazard, but maintained. "At personally, and I am here voicing a profound conviction, I think our emphasis at present should be land upon the practical advice than upon the legal aspect of the problem. I think we should take advantage of the widely prevalent feeling in the South that the question of suffrage has been settled, legally, for some time to come; of the desire on that part of many Southern people, both white and colored, to turn aside from the discussion of the political status of its Negro. In short, let us for the time being accept the laws as they are, and build upward from that point. Let us turn our attention to the practical task of finding out why it is that the laws we already have are not enforced, and how best to secure an honest vote for every Negro and equally for every 'poor white' man (and there are thousands of him) who is able to meet the requirements, but who for one reason or another does not or cannot exercise his rights. "Taking up this side of the question we shall discover two entirely distinct difficulties: "First, we shall find many Negroes, and indeed hundreds of thousands of white men as well, who might vote, but who through ignorance, or the maturity or unwillingness to pay poll taxes, or from mere lack of interest, disfranchise themselves. "The second difficulty is peculiar to the Negro. It consists in open or concealed intimidation on the part of of the white men who control the election machinery. In many places in the South today no Negro, no matter how well qualified, would dare present himself for registration. When he does he is often rejected for some tital or illegal reason. "Thus we have to meet a vast amount of apathy and ignorance and poverty on the one hand, and the threat of intimidation on the other. "Shall we meet this situation by force? What force is available? Shall the North go down and fight the South? But the North today has feeling but friendly for the South. More than that, and it's it. with all seriousness, we use it repre- sent what I have heard wherever I have gone in the North to make inquiries regarding the Negro, the North, strongly or rightly, today is more than half convinced that the South is right in imposing some measure of limitation upon the franchise. There is now, in short, no disposition anywhere in the North to interfere in the internal affairs of the South—not even with the force of public opinion. "Accepting the laws as they are, then, there are two methods of procedure, neither sensational nor exciting. The underlying causes of the trouble in the country being plainly ignorance and prejudice, we must meet ignorance and prejudice with their antedotes—education and association. "Every effort should be made to Every effort should be made to extend free education both among Negroes and white people. A great extension of education is now going forward in the Suth. The Negro is not by any means getting his full share (indeed he is getting shamefully less than his share), but as certainly as sunshine makes things grow, education in the South will produce tolerance. That there is already such a growing tolerance no one who has talked with the leading white men of the South can doubt. The old firecating, Negro-hating leader of the Tillman-Vardaman type are passing away: a far better and broader group is coming into power. "In his last book Edgar Gardner Murphy of Alabama expresses this new point of view when he says: 'There is no question here as to the unrestricted admission (to the ballot) of the great masses of our tiger nation and sent-ignorant blacks. I know no advocate of such an admission. But the question is as to whether the individual, of the race, upon conditions of restriction legally imposed and fairly administered, shall be admitted to an adequate and increasing representation in the electorate. And as that question is more seriously and more generally considered many of the leading publicists of the South, I am glad to say, are quietly resolved that the answer shall be in the affirmative." "I from an able Southern white man, a resident of New Orleans, I received only recently a letter containing these words: "I believe we have reached the bottom, and a sort of quiescent period I think it most likely that from now on there will be a gradual increase in the Negro vote. And I honestly believe that the less said about it, the surer the increase will be." "Education, and by education I mean education of all sorts, industrial, professional, classical, in accordance with each man's talents, will not only produce breadth and tolerance, but it will help to cure the apathy which now keeps so many thousands of both white men and Negroes from the polls—for it will show them that it is necessary for every man to exercise all the political rights within his reach. For if he fails voluntarily to take advantage of the rights he already has, how shall he be rewarded rightly." "As ignorance must be met by education, so prejudice must be met with its antidote, which is association. Democracy does not consist in mere voting, but in association, the spirit of common effort, of which the ballot is a visible expression. When we come to know one another we soon find that the points of likeness are much more numerous than the points of difference. And this human association for the common good, which is democracy, is difficult to bring about anywhere, whether among different classes of white people, or between white people and Negroes. "After the Atlanta riot I attended a number of conferences between leading calvinists. It is true these TOPEKA, KANSAS, FRIDAY MORNING DECEMBER 12, 1913. meetings bore evidence of awkwardness and embarrassment, for they were among the first of that sort to take place in the South, but they were none the less valuable. A white man told me after all of these meetings: 'I did not know there were any such sensible Negroes in the South.' And a Negro told me that it was the first time in his life that he had ever heard a Southern white man reason in a friendly manner with a Negro concerning their common difficulties. "More and more these associations of white and colored men, at certain points of contact, must and will come about. Already in connection with various educational and business projects in the South, white men and colored men meet on common grounds, and the way has been opened to a wider mutual understanding. And it is common enough now, where it was unheard of a few years ago, for both white men and Negroes to speak from the same platform in the South. I have attended a number of such meetings. Thus slowly, awkwardly at first—for two centuries of prejudice are not easily overcome—the white man and the Negro are coming to know each other, not as master and servant, but as co-workers. These things are forced. "One reason why the white man and the Negro have not got together more rapidly in the South than they have, is because they have tried always to meet at the secret points. When sensible people who must live together whether or not find that there are points at which they cannot agree, it is the part of wisdom to avoid those points, and meet upon other common interests. Upon no other terms, indeed, can a democracy exist, for in no imaginable future state will individuals cease to disagree with one another upon something less than half of all the problems of life. "Here we all live together in a great country,' say the apostles of this view, 'let us all get together and develop it. let the Negro do his best to educate himself, to own his own land, and to buy and sell with the white people in the fairest possible way." "Now, buying and selling, land ownership and common material pursuits may not be the highest points of contact between man and man, but they are real points, and they help to give man an id a of the worth of their fellow, white or black. How many times, in the South, I have heard a white man speak in high admiation of some Negro blacksmith who was a worthy citizen, of some Negro doctor who was a lead t of his late. "It is curious once a man (any man, white or black) learns to do his job well how he finds himself in a democratic relationship with other men. I remember asking a prominent white citizen of a town in central Georgia if he knew anything about Tu-sukegee. He said: "Yes; I had rather a curious experience last fall. I was building a hotel and couldn't get anyone to do the plastering as I wanted it done. One day I saw two Negro plasterers at work in a new house that a friend of mine was building. I watched them for an hour. They seemed to know their trade. I invited them to come over and see me. They came, took the contract for my work, hired a white man to carry mortar for $1 a day, and when they had got through it was the best job of plastering in town. I found that they had learned their trade at Tuskegee. They average $1 a day each in wages. We tried to get them to locate in our town, but they went back to school." "Out of such crude points of contact will grow an even finer and finer spirit of association and of common and friendly knowledge. And that will lead inevitably to an extension upon the soundest possible basis of Negro franchise. I know cases where white men have urged intelligent Negroes to cast them ballots, and have stood sponsor for them out of genuine respect. Today, Negroes who vote in the South are, as a class, men of substance and intelligence, fully equal to the task of citizenship. "Thus I have confidence not only in the sense of the white man in the South but in the innate capability of the Negro—and that once these two really come to know each other, not at more points of contact, nor as mere master and servant, but as workers for a common country, the question of suffrage will gradually solve itself in the interest of true democracy. "Another influence also will tend to change the status of the Negro as a voter. That is the pending break-up of the political solidarity of the South. All these signs point to a political realignment upon new issues in this country, both South and North. Old party names may even pass away. And that break-up, with the attending struggle for votes, is certain to bring into politics thousands of Negroes and white men now disfranchised. The result of a real division on live issues has been shown in many local contexts in the South, as in the fight against the saloons, when every qualified Negro voter, and every Negro who could qualify, was eagerly pushed forward by one side or the other. "With such a division on new issues the Negro will tend to exercise more and more political power, dividing not on the color line, but in the principles at stake. Still another influence which is helping to solve the problem is the wider diffusion of Negroes throughout the country. The proportion of Negroes to the whites in most of the Southern states is decreasing, thereby relieving the fear of Negro domination, whereas Negroes are increasing largely in Northern communities, where they take their place in politics not as an indigestible mass, but divide along party lines even more readily than some of the foreign-American groups in our population. A study of the Negro vote in November, 1912, would show that many Negroes broke their historic allegiance with the Republican party and voted for Roosevelt, while some even cast their votes for Wilson; and in local elections the division is still anote marked. "Thug in spite of the difficulties which now confront the Negro, I cannot help looking upon the situation with a spirit of optimism. I think sometimes we are tempted to set a higher value upon the ritual of the belief than upon the spirit which underbeat it. The ballot is not democracy; it is merely the symbol of ritual of democracy, and it may be full of passionate social significance, or it may be a mere empty and dangerous formalism. What we should look to, then, primarily, is not the shadow, but the substance of democracy in this country. Not must we look for results to swiftly; our progress toward democracy is slow of growth and needs to be cultivated with patience and watered with faith." GRAND LAKE, ARKANSAS. some conditions as they are here. This is a little village about 127-1-2 miles South of Helena, Ark., and 12 miles from a railroad station, on the Mississippi river. There was a day when the Negroes controlled this city county, so far as voting was concerned. There are today in this county, about 25 Negroes, to one white man, but 1 spite of all this, number of Negroes we were made to see one and thing about the great mass of black people. Remember, that 220 years of slavery has made the Negro in this part of the country see the white man as his superior, even until today. This is bad but true, there are young men and women, dominated since 1868 who really believe what the white man says is law itself, whether it is right or wrong. His condition along the line of education. But I wish to say here I the very fact of some of the most disgraceful conditions, some of the Negro, are coming. In this place they have 1 month schools, except it is where some of the people send their children off to school conducted by the white people of the North and there are 95 per cent of the children in this country who never got above what they call the fourth reader, which is practically the third grade, in a regular graded school. As to their work, a number of the men and women have received some special favor because of their parents before them and have managed to get hold of some small farms by paying about 1.33 more than the land is worth, while on the other hand 99 per cent of the Negroes are slaves, but under the disguise of freedom, and it is true, they work the big land owners land year after year, for just what they can eat and wear, and that is all they get. At the end of each year when they go up to make the settlement, they are told, well you came near paying out this year, if you will save a little more, you will come out next year. The men who are employed as professional laborers are given 1-3 less than their labor is worth. The common laborer is employed and paid about 1-2 of what his work is worth and by that way this man is kept on the same back with the farmer. The man who farms the land owned by these Land Lords, must sell them cotton to the Land Land at his price or move off his farm, no matter how much he can get from other buyers. The Negroes are compelled to pay high prices for everything they get and have no right to question if it is not too high. The morals of the Negro here are at a very low ebb with the young women, and there is a cause for this, the young woman of our race here have no protection thrown around them, their parents have not the money to care for them and they are thrown on the world to make their way as best they can. Protection of the law. They are victims of defenseless, by law or the public conscience. They are lured away by low and smooth white men, taking advantage of the helpless condition of these poor girls, and lead them to the dogs. And the young men of the race say there are no good women, and the they stoop to do anything but right. It is a shame to think of this condition in this part of the country. The white man of this country is talking about the Negro's moral, but I want to say, it is not the Negro, it's the white man who will leave the bed of his Negro madam and ride 15 miles to touch a Negro. I am only telling things as they exist in Checot County. There is not another race on earth that would stand for the treatment that the Negro stands for, they would drink then own hearts blood. You say, "Where are the leaders?" Well they have only one class of men who are leaders and they are the preachers and they cannot lift up their voices because they are too cowardly and ignorant. They fear that if they are made to leave there they will have nothing to do, because no other people would sit and let him butcher the Bible up over them as he does. Second, if they pay too much about the white man they must leave on attend a neck tie party. I shall give more important facts of Mississippi, Arkansas, and Tennessee in my next letter. LINCOLN, NER NOLES. Though it ran out all day, Sunday was building rally day at the First A. M. E. church, and a very neat sum was raised, being $299.75. Mr. and Mrs. David Nichols entertained several friends to an excellent dinner last week. Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Bedell entertained in honor of her aunt, Mrs. Shelton, to a five course dinner Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Lyons entertained last Saturday, in honor of Rev. May and Runyon and their families. She was assisted by Mrs. Elizabeth Reynolds. Mr. and Mrs. John Marshall have removed to 811 G St. Mrs. T. C. Reynolds is on a visit in Omaha. Mr. and Mrs. Tester Holmes are visiting patients at Clay Center, Kansas, this week. Mr. J. G. Gulligan, of N. 11th St. is much improved after a severe attack of indigestion last week. The Business man of Lansolu think well of the first A. M. E. church See Rev Burkhardt's and Mr. J. L. Wright's report. Mr. T C. Reynolds is visiting in Omaha The A C. L. League re-elected Mrs. Bracher, then affluent president, for another term; Mrs. R. Collins, Vice President, Mrs. Anna Creek, Secretary and Mr. J. L. Wright, Treas. The pastor, Rev. Runyon, announced Dec. 21st, as the truly day for the two Newark Boards, and five classes, so the battle continues. Mr. Lucinda Thomas, of Kansas City, Mo., is visiting her son and his family, at 715 C St., for a few days. Mr. Wm. Robertson, of 623 C St. has been quite clever. Mr. Gilliam, of No. 11, is also on Price $1.50 Per Year. the sick list. Mrs. Agnes Knight, of 816 So. 16th St. is also reported to be on the sick list. Mrs. Grant, of So. 21rd St. is not much better at this writing. The Scottish Rite work was set up in Lincoln with a membership of 30 men. Lincoln now has all of the working Lodges of Masonry. Mrs. Emmett Gulley, of Omaalm is visiting in the city a few days. Miss Bonetta Morris, of St. Joe, Missouri, is visiting with Mr. and Mrs. H. M. Williams. Mrs. Sadie E. Jones, of Chicago, is visiting during the holidays, with her sister, Mrs. J. A. Johnson. The Rocket Commandry No. 14, K. of P. is planning on giving a drill Christmas night, Dec. 25th. Lebanon Lodge No. 126, A. P. and A. M. will observe St. John's day, Dec. 25th, in true Masonic form. YALE KANSAS We had a splendid sermon at the A. M. E. church Thanksgiving and Mr. and Mrs. Edmonds were down. Mrs. Haynes was in the city Thanksgiving, visiting her aunt Hattie. Mr. and Mrs. Crawford were visit ing Mrs. Williams last week. Yale Colorid School caught on fire Thursday afternoon and burned the teacher. Mrs. Beasley was in the city visit ing Mrs. Murdock last Thursday. Mrs. Enter Beaton and her father went to Pittsburg Thanksgiving and had dinner with Mr. Cooper. Mrs. Kindead went to Franklin last Monday visiting. INDEPENDENCE KANSAS The pie supper, held at the residence of Mr. O W. Redkins, Wednesday night, Dec. 4th, for the purpose of raising funds, for a Christmas tree, was a decided success. The pie brought an excellent price. Mrs Ollie Robinson's pie brought the highest price, which was $1.65. The second highest pie sold was bought by Mrs Salve Booker, which came to $1.45. Allot that the 18 pies brought sold for $18.10. The indement weather prevented the attendance of many from the distance and the cars being out of order, was an obstacle to many from town. We hope then better success the next time. The committee must not forget to award Mr. A. Treece, our auctioneer, with a nice gift for Christmas, and also the gentlemen that bought the pies. Miss Anna Reidins and brother, Mr. Edward Reidins, visited at the Wesley home near Bolton, Sunday. Messy Clarence and Jesse Briggs, visited with friends in Coffey- ville Sunday. The young people are making preparations for a Christmas tree and program, Christmas eve, which will be at the residence of Mr. George Briggs. --- WINCHELF KANSAS. Mrs. J. W. Wood, who has been visiting her husband, Mr. J. W. Wood, in parsons, Kansas, returned home last Saturday. Mr. J. W. Jackson spent a few days in Wichita, attending the Shriners Banquet and visiting friends. Miss Peate Hardin received a letter from St. John, Kansas, asking her to appear on program which will be tendered in the interest of the Baptist church there. Miss Lucile Wright and Miss Jennie North, spent Sunday in Arkansas City, visiting friends and attending church. Miss Jennie North went to Wellington, to visit her father and brother, and will visit in Wichita before returning home. ```markdown ``` Mrs. Sarah Hunter has returned home after spending a week with Mrs. Woolhidge, of Armstrong, Mo. Mr. and Mrs. Lugene Conway, entertained at dinner, Mr. William Hunter and several other friends, a few days ago. The guest left, saying they were ideal hostesses. Master Carl Holmes has been quite all with typhoid fever, but at this writing he is some better. Mrs. Geo Walker was in Kansas City, Monday, shopping. Mrs. Dabney of Kansas City, is here in the interest of the twentieth Century Hair Grower. She is stopping at Mrs. J. D. Ball. OSAGE CITY, NEWS. (Left over last week.) The church fair given under the auspices of the Ladie Home and Foreign Mission circle, Nov. 27-29, was a real success. The quilt contest came to a close Saturday evening, Mrs. Lizzie Lyons receiving the largest amount of money, was presented the quilt. Rev. Benford received the second prize or one dollar. Some fine art work and beautiful quilts were sold. The entire fund was raised for the indebtedness of the church Mrs. Fannie Lyone and Mrs. Jessie Frazer went to Wier City to spend Thanksgiving. Mr. Fred Witt went to Kansas City to spend Thanksgiving with relatives and friends. Mr. Alvin Alison spent Thanksgiving in Ottawa with his mother. Rev. Bausley and wife, of Strong City, spent Sunday in Orange. Mr. and Mrs. Otis Allen spent Thanksgiving in Kansas City. Mr. Baltho Austin and wife are visiting in Emporia. Rev. Bentord mentioned a sermon on the street Thanksgiving evening for the benefit of the society by. The A. M. F. church gave a social Thanksgiving evening. The Children's Land will give an entertainment at the Baptist church Saturday evening. It will be everyone is invited. BIRINGAME, KANSAS. (left over last week) Mr. Ann Mrs. Lark and children spent Thanksgiving with Mr. Ford father, Mr. Lee Pearl Mr. Chin spent Thanksgiving with her parents Mr. Elmer Austin was visiting his parents, Sir and Mrs. Sally Austin Mrs. Larsen of North Lansing sent friends her last week Miss Marie Ehlott spent Saturday and Sunday in the city the guest of Mrs. Elsa Ragun Miss Natron Woodington spent Thanksgiving in the city the guest of Mrs. J Austin Mr. Seymour and Amope Williams were home for Thanksgiving Mrs. Saul Thompson in our Harry visited in Poplar last week the guest of her sister Mrs. H. Backner are so spent last week in Hatter, Kansas Miss Else Basha spent Thanksgiving in Emporia the guest of Mrs. Marie Ehlott. Miss China and Mrs. Fawrer were home last week Mr. C. L. Jones, of Lawrence, was the past of Merrie Seymour and Adolph Williams, not well. Mrs. Mary Shaw left Saragow for Kansas City, where she will live with her son, Willard Shaw. Mrs. Eunice Shagge will have a few days for Orden Ulan. Mr. C. L. Davis, of Monroe for Alma, after a week, will sit with Mr. Sam Williams. COLLEGE VILLAGE, KANSAS. complaints and excuses, and get by man but you will never escape from God. There is just as much dishonesty in not paying for a paper as there is in not paying for a sack of corn meal after you have used it. You that are honest and owe for the paper, see the collector and pay her. Mrs. W. E. Love is visiting in Kansas City, Mo., and Atchison, Kansas. Dr. O. N. Goins was called to Kansas City to the bed side of his mother, who is very ill. Rev. D. A. Jefferson accompanied his wife to Parsons last week, she is visiting in Joplin. Rev. Jefferson looks rather lonely. Mrs. Abe Watson has returned home. She visited Mrs. A. D. Bell in Winfield, Kansas and also visited friends in Arkansas City. Mrs. May Williams, of Little Rock, who is here visiting Mrs. Watson, also accompanied her on the trip. They claim to have had a pleasant time. The ladies of the Macedonia Mission Circle served dinner Thanksgiving at William's and were successful in getting a meal sure. Mrs. Bella Maddow is the president. The entertainment and box supper at the Old Fellow's Hall Thanksgiving which was given by the St. James' M.E. church was well attended and a large amount was realized Mr Clarence Maddox visited in Troop尔德尔, Kansas last week Misses Matte Clagget and Isabell Rogers, who are attending school in Pittsburgh, were home Thank-giving with their parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Clagget. Mr. Kevin McCham, of Independence Kansas, was in the city visiting, November 20th The rally at the Macedonia Baptist church, Sunday, Nov. 10, 1910, was a great success. An excellent program was rendered in the afternoon and each participant played h or not part well. A public collection was taken, after which each teacher turned over the amount from his class. Through the many friends and members of the church class No. 1 the young men's class succeeded in bringing in the largest amount, turning over 1416. Mrs. G. Blackwell is the teacher. The baby class brought in the next largest amount 400. The total amount for the rally was 3116. The Sunday-school voice to thank all who assisted in the effort. Mrs. Clagget is in Clarmore cat- ing for her sister, Mrs. Lewis, who sick Mr. W. R. Sull, of Phla.ka, Okla. is in the city visiting his relatives. Rev. and Mrs. D. R. Jefferson. I am a very busy here Mrs. Hare Woods and Mr. Frank Larkins were quietly united in matri- cy, Sunday afternoon, Nov. 30th, Ley H H McAllister performed the orchestra. Both are highly respected work people. The Plaindealer and others wish them a happy journey together. The eighth grade pupils of the GREAT BEND, KANSAS. (Left over last week.) The heavy rains of the past week have caused the wheat to look fine. Mr James Walker and Mr. William Robinson have returned home from Hagerty. Mr George Towney is on the sick list, also Mrs James Wheeler. Mrs. N. Robinson entertained at a three course dinner Thanksgiving day in honor of her daughter, Mrs. Fancher, Mr. Edward Pool, Mrs. Geo. Walter, Miss Engna Walker, Mr. Calvin Walker, Mr. and Mrs. S. Newsome, Mrs. F. Macassy, Swan Micheaux, Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Micheaux, Mr. Mrs. Fd. Robinson, Mr. and Mrs. J. Howrey. They all departed dearly Mrs. Robinson an ideal host. Mr. Earl Robinson who has been invited to Server and other points the West has returned home to stay. W. F. March is doing the congregation of Rev Jerome. W. F. March, the wealth cut from the section of the State hot for some after a short afternoon will detect the churn. A very was recorded. the support made Broadway, Hall and the place is now ready to be a much larger scale A special room has been assigned to the Lodge Ladies. The Court of Calanthe had its usual meeting Monday afternoon, which was one of interest. The Reading Club entertained at an informal reception in honor of Madam Morton, Tuesday. Mr. Roy Grace will leave for his home in Omaha, Friday evening. A note of interest gleamed from the local paper is the fact that a Negro Modiste designed and made the wedding gown of Miss Jessie Wilson. It is in the person of Mrs. Ella Coombs who has charge of many fashionable wardrobes in Washington society. Mrs Joe Davis has returned from Manhattan Kansas, where she was called at the death of her step mother. Quarterly Meeting services were held all day Sunday at the C. M. E. church, with Presiding Elder Jacobs in charge. A large crowd attended and a very successful quarter was carried out. Rev. A. D Wilson is the newly appointed minister of the C. M. E. church. The young people of the C. M. E. church will meet Friday evening for the purpose of organizing a Lateray Society. 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When in Kansas City and want first class service and a fine place to stop, call on Mrs. Josephine Daven, 317 Minnesota Avenue, Kansas City, Kansas. H. T. GEEDER, M. D. PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON. FITTSBURG. KANSAS Office: 1241, L. Third St. Phone: Office 1475: Res. 1945. Discount of Wages a Specialty WHEN IN COLORADO SPRINGS and want a FIRST CLASS PLACE TO STOP CALL ON MRS. G. E. BRAVTON, 915 E. Huerfano St. COLORADO SPRINGS, COLO couraging to all who are interested. Rev. C. O. Smith, of Cheyenne is visiting in the city. Mrs. S. Collins who has been ill is now recovering and will soon be back to social and other duties. The Federation of Women's Club will meet Tuesday evening at the C. M. E. church. All members are urged to be present and help lay plans for future club work. Mrs May North is President. LAWRENCE, KANSAS. (Sleft over last week.) Sunday was third Sunday, early day at St. Luke A M. E. church Rev. J T Smith is utilizing every effort to bring such Sunday an end above the hundred dollar mark. One hundred dollars were used with the cooperation of his members hopes to go much above that in the December rally. The other work the church is going on beautifully. Rev. Smith has proven to be a successful pastor elsewhere and we invite you to come out and not to bring him good results here. The Forum is having very interesting programs each Sunday. The San Pita Beta girls held their annual initiation last week at the home of Mrs. Neosho Venerate live pledged were Miss Frances Rowley, Hawkins, Pinal Johnson, Lora Pitchau and Vona M. Nutt The home of Mrs. Aubrey Olea was the same of a beautiful afternoon and evening reception last Wednesday in honor of her aunt Mrs. Miller, of Kansas City. Rev. Barksdale, of the Missouri Conference presented for Rev. Smith, Sunday evening Mr. and Mrs. Joe Bowers, of Lansing, are visiting in the city The entertainment over at the A M. E. church Monday night by Rev. J. C. Check, of Carter. Mrs. was a grand success. Mr. and Mrs. C. H. Kraves of Dorla, Mo. were in the city yesterday, the guests of Mrs. Duryy in Mrs. O. Claytor, the mother and sister of Mrs. Knaves. Quarterly Meeting was held daily at Brown Church A M. E. church Rev. King, Presbyterian of Kansas City District, treasured a soul string sermon, the text here "Attire and share for the Lord come." One person was added to the church. Mrs. Wm. Shakespeare cemeterie at two o'clock dinner Merton, a plumentary to Rev. H W. gat her ornamental here at East Main St. Those present are Hester Mollie Dunlap of St. Louis, Mattea Franklin, W P. Lass, J. H. Henson, Rev. H W. W. Rev. W. Williams. Our guest declared a trophy, so they always have at the fore of snake plant. --- The recent meeting was for the progress of St. Paul's A. M. E. church, closed last Monday morning. There were a lot of affection on the church Rev. Martin and attended in this meeting by Rev. Davis of Virginia. Mrs. Josephus James died at Thursday evening, at the residence of Mrs. Arthur Marlowe. Funeral Sunday afternoon from the A. M. E. church, the Rev. W. M. Martin shooting Interment in the sanctuary. Mrs. Joe Farion returned Friday from a month visit to Maryland. Messrs Trie, Brown, Teltbert and Caldwell spent Thanksgiving in Kansas City. Miss Browlee Bard spent Thanksgiving in Kansas City. Mr Frank White and Mrs Tuttle Johnson were county revered 18th Rev. Jas Heiner performed the marriage ceremony. Mrs John Jackson spent Thanksgiving in Kansas City. Miss Annelia Dust spent the night end with her parents. The Suntlower Art 12th with Mrs John Larson after the regular re- treat diction hur man was adjusted to in sardine on No. 100 Mr. W are entertained the A lightful The Missouri Boiler Works Co. HARRY DARBY, President Boilers, Smoke Stacks, Breechings, Tanks of All Kindy, Smoke Connections, Water Towers, Boiler Fronts, Grate Bars, and Castings. ALL REPAIR WORK GIVEN SPECIAL ATTENTION Third and Minnesota Avenue... KANSAS CITY, KAS. Shops Phone: Home 1193 West Bell 1519 West—Norman's Residence Phone Home 530 West. W. C. KOBINSON, President. R. H. PRADILY, Cob. J. E. DUNN, V. Pres. H. E. COOPER, A. C. Oshr. HAEDHIPS. RESOURCES. Loans and discounts... 1011,607.65 Caitlin stock... 520,000.00 Overdrafts... 7,072.86 Sarah's stock... 100,000.00 U. S. bonds at par... 10,817.29 Drew's and trusts... 10,817.29 Barking house, furniture Cookler... 100,000.00 and fixtures... 46,000.00 Detect... 109,760.72 Cash and sight exchange 719,138.60 Total $1,065.01 Total $1,046,418.01 R. H. BRADLEY Cashier. THE DURLAND-SAWTELL FURNITURE COMPANY Furniture, Pianos, Victor Talking Machines and Records. Undertakers and Embalmers. 17-119 WEST FOREST STREET JUNCTION CITY, KANSAS. The J. E. Baker Mer. Co. Garden City, Kansas. THE COLORED PEOPLE OF GARDEN CITY all know that they are pointless and promptly waited upon when they enter our store. We make no distinction between white and black people. We appreciate your business and work. There are good and bad couple of all colors in every community. There are few that will promptly we run accounts with, to be settled over with or month as the case may be. Those who do not pay promptly we agreed. We decline to run accounts with, whether they are white or colored. The J. E. Baker Mercantile Co. to make GOOD FLOUR. Insert open to the EST. Manufactured by The Shellabarger Mill and Elevator Company, THE ONE PRICE CASH STORE." VAN LEEUWEN BROS., "PITTERT MACHANDISE FOR LESS MONEY." APC DATE—HIGH GRADE High Grade Clothing, Shoes, Hats and Furnishings for Men, Boys, Children. "LAIDER SHOTS AND HOSIERY A SPECIALTY." Junction City, Kas. Wagoner, Okla. Thirty Years in the Milling Business... The Shel Mill and Eleva THE ONE PRICE VAN LEEUW "PITTERT MORCHANDIS PUBLIC DATE— High Grade Clothing Furnishings for Me "LAIDES, SHOTS AND H Junction City, Kas. Wednesday and Thursday Saturday and Sunday Monday and Tuesday Wednesday and Thursday Mr. Emery I promise you a cheer Tuesday at its centre for laugh. ter, Mrs. J. Moore and was buried Thursday. Miss Elric Lewis spee; Thanksgiving in Richwood, Mo with her brother Washington. Miss Katherine Glass spent Thanksgiving the guest of Mrs. F. Gains, of Topeka and in Kansas City with her sister Addie. Miss Martha McBray spent Thanksgiving the guest of friends in Kansas City. Mr. Edgar Lewis the son of Mr. and Mrs. George Lewis with the typhoid fever. Mr. and Mrs. O. R. Lee moved to Kansas City last week. The funeral of Mr. John Priar was held Sunday at the home of his mother, Mrs Hattie Fryer 807 Forest St. Rev. Nichols of the M. K. church has started a structured meeting. The and Baptist church served a honer Thanksgiving and realized a treat arm. A program was rendered at right. Mrs. Samuel Richardson was called to the bedside of her sister, Mrs. Allie Green, and her son. Mutual "THE SOFT-WATER" Laundry C.H.MATTHEWS FOUNDER & MANAGER. AGENTS WANTED! P. O. Box 298. F. O. Box 298. BEGGS, OKLA. The person of Mrs. M. A. Sanders is visiting here last week. Miss Beatrice Brooks is reported on the sick hot. This piece was copied from a Kara paper: Sixty families from the colored residents of Parsons will be a part of the first load of migrants to go to the gold coast West Africa, where they will establish a colony. They will leave Parsons only in December to sail from New York, Dec. 15th. They are of a few of a large number of Negroes who will leave this section of the country about that time. We are going back to Africa our home, to build up a republic of our own, the leaders declare solidly. "The Negro have no chance in the United States. The Union bats us from practically every industry. If we are to make any progress at all, we must up an nation for ourselves where we can work out our own salvation. We've learned a lot in this country, and we can apply our knowledge with practical benefits in Africa." The first immigration is to be followed by others, in the spring. If the present plans are carried out, an African immigration Bureau having been organized to carry out the plan The work, in Kansas and Oklahoma is being conducted by Chief Sams, of the Bureau. Rev. H. Hills, of St. Paul Baptist church, preached his farewell service last Sunday. NICHISON. KANSAS. The Caration Art Club met Tuesday, Nov. 25th, at the residence of Mrs. M. Greenly. The club was called to order by the president, Mrs. J. Taylor, toll was called by the secretary, Mrs. H. Fry. The club transaction lots of business, they also elected three delegates for the inter- state, Mrs. E. Brown, Mrs. G. George, Mrs. R. S. Harper. The club is planning a swell affair for sometime during the Christmas holidays. After business was over a dainty luuncheon was served. The club adjourned, to meet with Mrs. J. King, on 12th St. The N. U. G. Club met at the residence of Mrs. R. Taylor. Mrs. Turner, of Plattsburg, Mo., entertained the club. There were tours given by Mrs. Greenly while the guest dined. A three course menu was served. There was a social given at the residence of Miss Amanda A. Smith Monday night, for the benefit of the Episcopal church. It was a decided success and a neat sum of money was realized. Fine, Shirt, Collar and Cuff Work. ```markdown ``` We are the largest dealers in Creole Hair Goods. Raw Hair by the pound; Electric Combs, Etc., in this country. We show a larger variety of styles and sell more Fine Creole Wigs than any other manufacturer in the United States. CHETOPA, KANSAS. The Pittsburg boys were over last week and went nutting. V. Porter and K. Harris were mitiated last week in the Masque lodge. The Easter Bro. were down last week from Oswego. James Ranking is working in Angola, this week. Mr. Geo. May, who has been visiting relatives in Coffeyville, returned home, Sunday. Mrs. P. H. Bisset left Saturday for a week's visit with friends in Kansas City and Laveworth. Mr. Williams and wife came up from Vinita, Okla Sunday to have some dental work done Mr. and Mrs. Jeff McDavid spent Thanksgiving in Kansas City last week. Tom Mayhun came up from Vinita Sunday, to visit parents. Miss Nesthold, the teacher spent Thanksgiving with her parents in Parsons. COFFEYVILLE. KANSAS The Fluorid Lil Art Club met last Tuesday afternoon at the residence of Mrs. A. D. Grant. A very enjoyable time was had. After business a very dainty lucheon was served. The week program rendered at the Sandis Baptist church last week was a great success. Borned to Mr. and Mrs. Louis Yuancy, Wednesday, Nov. 19th, a fine girl. Mother and daughter are doing nicely, and father is wearing a broad mole. Rev. R. A. Curtight, who has been called recently to pastor the Mt. Pleasant Baptist church, at Parsons, Kans, moved his family to that place, Monday, Nov. 24th Rev. Curtight and his family are well thought of here, and we regret very much to see him leave, however, we wish him much success. The peoples Forum met Sunday afternoon, Nov. 21st, at the Studi Baptist church with a large attendance. Members responded to roll call with quotations. A very interesting subject was then discussed by Mrs. D Morris and Miss Rubia Thomas, the subject was "Which has contributed the most to the Negro Race, Dr. Buncher T. Washington, or Dr. Dubois. The rally at the Sandie Baptist church, Sunday afternoon, was very successful. The Women's Club won the prize, a china cup and saucer, and it was given to Mother Cox, the chairman of the club. This club brought in $6000 and the man brought in $5190. The public collection was fair. Rev P D Skinner the pastor, preached a wonderful semon Sunday evening, theme, "The Eagle Stirling her Nest." Mrs. R. H Hightower, favored the congregation with a beautiful solo, also Mr. Jim Backner sang a lovely solo. The house was packed and all enjoyed the services. The shoe concert, given at the Old Pellow's Hall, Tuesday evening Nov. 6th was excellent. Prizes were given to the man and woman having the largest and smallest feet. A neat sum was realized. Rev. Stradford, of Independence, was in the city a few days last week visiting. Rev. and Mrs. R. A. Cartright ate dinner with Mr. Dennis M. Hunnigan, his mother, brothers and sisters. A delightful dinner was served and Rev. and Mrs. Cartright left, expressing themselves as having enjoyed the dinner very much. Mrs. E. H. Buley is on the sick list. Rev. Robertson filled the pulpit at the C. M. E. church all day Sunday, Nov. 23rd. Mrs. D. A. Jefferson and little Arlene Longaker Jefferson, are visiting in Parsons, Pittsburg, Kansas and Joplin, Mo. Mr. Ivey Hunnigan made a business trip to Independence, Kansas one day last week in an auto. The Macedonia Baptist Sunday School is meeting with much success under the leadership of their faithful superintendent, G. Blackwell Sunday, Nov. 23rd, there was one hundred present, in class. No 5 there being thirty six pupils. Mrs. D. A. J. Peterson is the teacher of the class and is working very faithful. The Sunday School of the South Baptist Church is doing a great work Larry Thurman, Sup'. Zola Haskey Secretary. WINFIELD, KANSAS. Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Nichols gave a very one little Thanksgiving party for a few of their friends. Mr. and Mrs. St. keys entertained at Thanksgiving dinner, a few of their friends. Miss Leonard Brown gave a lumber party, last Friday night for a number of her girl friends. The program given at the Second Baptist church, in the interest of the Mission, was a great success. Two members of the Smart Set Show Co. sang solos. Manager Griffin ate Thanksgiving turkey with Mr. and Mrs. Montgomery. Mrs. Milly Morgan served a six oaklock dinner to a number of her friends. Those present were, Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Nichols, Mr. and Mrs. Andy Charles, Mr. and Mrs. Jesus Brown and Miss Lallian Alexander. Mrs. J. W. Wood left Last Thursday for Parsons, Kansas, to visit her husband, Mr. J. W. Wood, for a week or two. Mrs. Kathrine Nichols and sons Welcome and Leon, came in from the country to attend the Smatt Set and were the guest of Mr. and Mr. Montgomery. Mr. Brown Johnson, one of Arlington City's most highly respected young men, was up to attend the Smart Set and see his best girl. The most elaborate nuptial ceremony ever witnessed in Springfield was the occasion after the beautiful Mrs. Blanche, Elizabeth Johnson, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. B. Johnson, of 625 Washington Ave. was given in marriage to Mr. H. M. Fletcher, of Kansas City, Mo. The beautiful rainbow wedding in which the ring service was used, was performed at Pitts Metropolitan M. E. church, Pine street and Benton Ave., Thursday, Nov. 27th. The church was exquisitely decorated with palms, ferns and beautiful cut flowers and white canvas was stretched the length of both alces, down which the bridal party came, the decorations and costumes were in keeping with the rainbow idea the bride's maids and maid of honor being gowned in soft delicate shades of pale yellow, pink blue and violet. Garland's Orchestra discoursed sweet strains of various selections of music preceding the wedding hour, with Miss Angeline Denning, of New York at the piano. Just preceding the wedding march, Mrs. Ada B. Chitwood, leading soprano in the choir of which the bride was organist, entertained the vast audience which filled every aviable seat, with a song, "Oh Promise me," which was delightfully received. Softly the orchestra began playing the strains of Mendelson's wedding march and from the West entrance, leading down the right aile to the altar, came the bridal party Miss Alda Johnson, a sister of the bride, entered on the arm of Mr. Albert Thomas, of Kansas City. She was dressed in pale yellow meacine with trimming of shadow lace and nine-stone, the bodice was cut low filled with a yoke of net and studded with nine stone. The sleeves and tunic of shadow lace, were draped and caught up with tiny nose buds of tulle. Over the tunic fell a broad rush of silk tied with Bulgarian fashion and finished with a pendant of nine-stones. Around her couture she wore a band of pale yellow tulle, with feather ornament. Her hose, gloves and slippers matched her costume in color. Next came Miss Catherine Foster, on the arm of Prof. R W Penn, of Atchison, Kansas. Mrs. Foster was attired in pale pink meacine, with trimming of a shadow lace and pearl and nine-stone ornaments. The bodice was cut low, with a yoke and sleeves of net with silk piping, across which ran a row of peatls in diagonal fashion. The tunic was of shadow lace, over which fell a lovely silk sash, artistically arranged. Around her couture she wore a band of pale pink tulle with a pearl and nine-stone ornament. Her hose, gloves and slippers were in keeping with the costume. Following came the third bride's nard, Miss Adale Johnson, a sister of the bride, on the arm of Mr. L. A. Hertdon, of Kansas City. She was atted in pale blue messaline, with trimmings of shadow lace, fine-stones and tiny pink rosebuds of tulle. The sake of the budge was cut low, filled in with not studded with fine-stones. The tun and sleeves were draped and held with the port tulle rosebuds. The silk girdle cured in a sash tied Bulgarian fashion, with a pearl and crest tied at the end. She wore a band of pale blue tulle around her hank, with feather ornament. Her rose gloves, and slippers were of a pale blue, matching the costume. Mrs B A Hardrick, mation of honor, next entered, unaccompanied, able opposite her down the next rush, came the best man, Mr E. Edward Vaughn, of Kansas City Mrs Hardrick was costumed in entire shadow late over pale violet message with trimming of rime-stones and tiny ornament rose birds. The induce we eat low, with a voke of net ornamented with rime-stones. The cosme was finished with a deep girdle scoured at the sides, with rosebuds, ending with a long rush, looped gracefully at the back. Her hair was arranged high, with a band and lovely bow of violet tulle. She wore base, gloves and slippers of the same shade. Following the motion of honor came six little flower girls, who were Mary T. Hman, Thelma Garland, Martha Penn, Louise Patty, Audrey Carroll and Helena Jarratt, daintily dressed in white carrying baskets of beautiful flowers, strewing them as they matched, marking the pathway of the bride to the altar. Then with slow measured tread, came the charming, beautiful bride, Miss Blanche L. Johnson, unaccompanied. Opposite her, down the left aisle, came the groom, Mr. H. M. Pletcher, meeting at the bridal altar. The bride was beautifully gowned in white satin, cut entrain with pearl and chaffon for trimming. The bachelor was of shadow lace, plaid, with tiny fold, of cuffson; just above the girdle was worn a large蓄蓄 ornament of pearl and nine-stones. The tune of satin, was hindered with pearls and draped at the back where it was caught up with pearl ornaments. The long loose veil, gathered and held in place by a jewelled bandau together with the chine lines of her gown, added much to the bride's ap arture. She wore a beautiful gold pocket and chin, the gift of the groom, and large vines to quip A wire from our store to your home connects us closely that you practically have a drug store right at your door. Phone your order and if you are in the city, the goods will be delivered promptly by messenger. If you live on a rural route, you will Receive Goods by Parcel Post by next mail. When you want drug, of quality at common drug prices, remember your phone, our store, and our quick, free delivery. brides roses. Long white silk gloves and white satin slippers completed her toilet The maids of honor and the matron of honor all carried large shower bouquets of pink carnations. The men were all attired in evening dress. The impressive ceremony was performed by Rev J. M. Hattie. The bridal party left the church for the home of the bride's parents where a reception was prepared for them. At 10:00 o'clock Mr. and Mrs. Hatcher left for their home in Kansas City, annd a shower of rice and hearty good wishes. FRAM, KANSAS Plenty of rain, and wheat never looked better at this time of year. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Russell are remodeling their home. Mrs. H. A Russell spent Thanksgiving in St John, with her parents. Mrs. Henry Reed spent Thanksgiving in Kansas City, and reports a very nice time. Mr. Chas Johnson, of Great Bend, Kansas, spent Thanksgiving with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Moses Johnson. Misses Bettha Mai and Larena Hall, of Wichita, were the guests of their mother, Mrs. Henry Graves, Thanksgiving day. While here, they rendered selections at each program Father J. P. Russell, out old soldier and one of Pratt's best citizens, is on the sick list. Mr. and Mrs. Edward Munger are the proud parents of a baby girl born Thanksgiving day. Mother and baby are doing nicely. We are glad to learn that Mr. Nick Chiles will not go to jail. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Blanton have returned from St. John Misses Jessie and Leona Williams, entertained Friday, in honor of Misses Mait and Larraca Halt. Mr. George Williams and Mr. Frank Plimings shipped cattle to Kansas City last week. These young men are among our most prosperous farmers, and are solving the socalled race problem. Mr. Henry Buckner shipped cattle to Kansas, City this week, these were fattened on his 100 acre farm. Mr. Alex Stevenson is quite a prosperous sportsman, he always returns loaded down with game, and kindly remember the pastor and wife. Thanksgiving was happily enjoyed all day at the Second Baptist church. Indeed it was a day of thankfulness demonstrated in the superlative degree by all. At 11:00 A.M. a soul string meeting was witnessed. Each one told of the sweetness in serving the Master, in his own original way. After the service, a most excellent dinner was served at the parsonage, Mrs. J. P. Russell, who is one of those untiring workers, was chairman of the serving committee. All articles of the bazaar were sold during the afternoon. Promptly at 8:00 p.m., the concert began. Indeed it was a success from start to finish, each member rendered his part with credit and showed care and study. Much credit is to be given Mrs. J. Stokes for the excellent training. Music was a special feature of the evening, solos, duets, quartets and chorus. The bazaar and concert were given by the Mission Circle, Mrs. Mary Alexander, president. Over $70.00 was realized. FOR SALE... 240 Acres Good Farm Land... Three miles from Nicodemus, Kan- 8 acres in cultivation Good farm residence-never-failing water supply. $30 per acre-one half cash. Address. THE PLAINDEALER BARGAIN! FORTY ACRES of good sweet potatoe and watermelon land. locate four miles from Topeka FOR SALK This land will produce from 150 to 100 bushels of potatoes per acre and from $75 00 to $100 00 worth of mei ns per acre Address. THE PLAINDEALER. Salina, Kansas. When in Omaha THE : PATTON : HOTEL N. P. PATTON. Prop. (2 Blocks So. of Union Station.) —CAFE IN CONNECTION.— 1014 16-19 South 11th St. OMAHA. NEBRASKA. 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Philadelphia, Pa. Dept. "F" Reliable Agents wanted everywhere—Ladies or Gentlemen. Presto is a money maker. 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. Sargent... and Kincaid Fine Groceries and Meats, Fish, Oysters and Poultry. Both Phones West 781 901-31 N. 10th KANSAS CITY, KAS. THE CASH COAL COMPANY Has Plenty of COAL At Lowest Price Phone 4391 Black OFFICE & YARDS 421 HOLIDAY --- Entered at the Postoffice at Topeka as Second Class Mail Matter. KANSAS CITY, KANSAS Y. W. C. A. NOTES. Rev. D. B. Jackson, pastor of the 8th St. Baptist church, is to speak on "What is Your Purpose," at the vape per service Sunday, December, 14th, at 3.00 P. M. Last Sunday the Rev. Spurgeon Davis delivered a wonderful and inspiring address upon the subject, "Christ the Son of God." Miss Orphene Scott and her brother, Walter, rendered a pleasing sault. The meeting was well attended and enjoyed by all. The Association is to furnish the program for the Citizen's Forum on the 14th, hence, the vape per service will close promptly at 4 o'clock. Mrs. Addie White, Hunton specialist for the colored work of the National Board of the Young Women's Christian Association, is to be the guest of this Association, on January 7th and 8th Mrs. Hunton and her husband, International Secretary, W. A. Hunton, of the Y. M. C. A., is coming here as speakers, to the international Students Volunteer conference, when will be in progress at Convention Hall, Dec. 1st, to January 4th, inclusive. Among the Visitors, during the past week, in the Association, Aert Rev. J. T. Smith, of Lawrence, Kansas. H. W. Kang, P. E. of Towson, Rev. J. R. Ransom, Rev. H. D. Harvey. Prof. J. R. Jackson, Mr. A. G. Erickson, Prof. J. R. Pratt, Mrs. Mary P. Clore, Mrs. Loette McConn. Central Association, office. A CORRECTION. In view of the fact that extra items appear in your last weeks issue as a dedication to our city reporter and as a visitation to ourselves, we the following people wish to state that we do not approve of such handouts remarks as were published. W. G. Reifroe, Ard. Simms, Miss A. the Carter, Linn. Harris, Mrs. Pope and Marie Hammer, reporter Mrs. Elliot Haines of Harrison City spent a few days visiting the with friends and relatives. The Ladies Mission and Baptist church, near them, view at the church, with the present, Mrs Mary Grayson in the hall. Through this circle, some very little has been and is being accomplished. They raised $2250 to purchase the Minister, Rev. J. C. Roee, and as appreciation received of lectures, Mrs. Mar. The rally at the A. M. E. church Sunday, Dec. 15 was a great success. It exceeded all expectations. She was laid on the table. Never the history of the A. M. E. church she has there been a success in a rally. All credit of the that at leader, preacher, minister and man, Rev H. Franklin Bray. The Young People's Forum A. M. E. church. In the past spend every Saturday after noon body goes there. At the Forum Hear Mr. Hear. It is at 1:00 o'clock. The colored lass, and I read the Pharadale and the Doctor, but the editor of the President will have to find some means to read without paying for it mean about W. Y. Morgan. We like Morgan, to be a friend. Tne y are respect that we drawn to police art and ought to make on the way and inform it is a drama to watch the some mornings and in the young colored lass and hope passing through the town. They are paying for morning duties too. Mr. Fresh Hart from a district to Kensington ports having and quitting meeting some fine colony. Mr. Wm. Brown, secretary of Oxford City, is now ready to vote at the Elkhorn. Moon st. The reverence of Mr. Wm. Brown was not state of the rate of the weather the rain gave the way to snowweave the snow. Morton is an account of the interest of and the will that he was for our future purposes. The appointment of Mr. Wm. Brown. the A. M. E. church, was posponed until a future date. Miss N. M. Crowe, of Kansas City, Mo. spent a few days in the city visiting wiah friends and relatives. A club to be known as the willing workers, organized under the auspices of the A. M. E. church, which will be a standing organization. President, Mr. E. H. Mose, Secretary, Miss Mabel Plummer. Mr. Gue Underwood, who has been visiting in Wichita with friends and relatives has returned to the city. Several young men of the city have organized a social club, which is one of interest and will help along all lines of amusement. A recital will be given at M. and O. by the Second Baptist church choir Thursday evening, Dec. 11th. All are invited to attend and help make this a grand success. The City Federation of Women's Clubs, met Tuesday evening at the A. M. K. church, with the president in the chair. The meeting was one of unusual interest. A reception which will serve as a preference to the winter annual reunion of the one which will be given the last Friday in December, by the order of the Eastern Star, to the Masons. These all are known for their many entertaining and when invited are out for their own party are eager for them. The Women's Social and Study Club seems to be a interest from time to time. Different ideas are imparted by each member along all lines of development. Miss May North it presidents, and puts forth every effort to make it a success. Miss Bessie Harrison secretary and was also elected reporter in the city reporter which news and receive the most of attention. The election of the officers for the M. E Literary Society was postponed until later date, on account of the very weather. They request that one may attend and make the society accord to make. LAWRENCE, KANSAS. Escort-road. A sturdy interest to a good man, Lawrence people, is that of Miss Prentice, and Mr. W. G. Escor, and it is a place Monday evening, at the residence of Mr. W. L. Love, Rev. J. M. Brown, of Topeka, Harbor, performed the ceremony. The audience was very quiet affair. The new arrival of a service girl, and is attended by aitative personality, and many friends in Lawrence, to announce the news of her marriage well interested Mr. Price came to Lawrence from Murrietta, Oklahoma and seven years ago, and has made a service he has been here since and naupist Mr. Harnd, Brown, visited her home, Mrs. Harnd, Brown, at Topeka, Harbor, where last week she met her brother, Mrs. H. Harnd, street and family. Mr. Harnd, aged 7 years, well of the care of her mother-in-law, Mrs. Harnd, Green, 22 Mo. Mr. Harnd, Green, 21, heart that she served, her wife, Mrs. Harnd, Green, Garn and history, at Indiana, Ind. The remains were sent to Indianapolis, Indiana, Saturday evening for burial. Mr. Loren. of Mr. Sam Wilson, and 22, who died Sunday at Lincoln, Nebraska, was real Tuesday from the St. Luke A. M. E. church, of the city. Her Smith officiated. Mr. Wilson was a former resident of the city. Rev J. M. Fraser of Tupena Kansas, was a writer on the city Monday. Mr. Sawyer Miller of Omaha, Neb., arrived in the city Wednesday morning, called here to the death of her friend in Iowa. Mr. Kayres tann. Mr. John Clark and all of them will The order of the Warrant of Baptism and record of the following services and the day evening: I have Duese Mrs. Ida and Matter Miller. I have in the door Mr. Amor Mrs. Ethel Jefferson Mrs. John Pearl Pe Walt Mrs. Smith Thomas Sir Porter A Samurai Mrs. Anne Myron and Mr Towler Mr Thomas Robinson and Mr Towler and Mr Towler Monday The program for the forum of the Western Rattlesnake, Dr. Towler follows Solo .....Miss Minnie Davis. Paper ....."Voices of Tomorrow." Mr. W. G. Brown. Piano solo...Miq Neosha Venerable. Discussion of the Japanese situation in California. Mr. Seymore William Report of Critic Mr. Thomas Morton. Edward Baker .....Pres. Hazel Hurst .....Sec. The Queen Esther Circle, of the Warren St. Baptist church will have a meeting. Tuesday afternoon at the church. Miq Birdie Ellis, Pres. Irene Bartleson, Sec. The Nickel girls, of the St. Luke A. M E. church met Monday afternoon at the home of Miq Minnie Hughes. The Nickel girls, of the Sa. Luke A. M. E. church, gave an oyster supper, Wednesday night, at the home of Dr. F. D. G. Harvey. The entertainment was well attended and everybody enjoyed it. Mrs. Mattie Baker is all at this writing. Mrs. Smith, our city collector will call on you sometime within the next few days, and we hereby notify you to be prepared to pay a part if not all of our subscription. JUST ARRIVED—the World Wonder, HINDOO SALVE, used by the Hindoos for centuries. It prevents the hair from falling out, or breaking off, over dandruff and makes the hair long and glossy like the Hindoos. In jars of 50c, cash or C. O. D. MME. JOSEPHINE HALL, Apt. 2645 Lawton Ave. St. Louis, Mo. A. P. TONE WILSON, Jr. Lawyer. 217 West Fifth Street Pho e 1'94 Topeka, Kans Plain Sewing.... Parlor Millinery Mrs. Essie Clark, 1414 WESTERN AVE. Hours: 2.00 to 4.00 p.m. Other hours by appointment. DR. MARY B. BROADY, Physician. Disease of Women a Specialty. W. Eighth Street. Topeka, Kans. Hours: 10:30 a.m. 10:00 p.m. 10:00 p.m. DR. G. A. BROALY, Physician. W. Eighth Street. Topeka, Kans. Born praces 774. Res., Bell 64 OLIVER A. TAYLOR, M. D Physician and Surgeon. Office 4 Kansas Ave., over Gibber Drug Store, across from Throo Hotel. Calle Answered Day and Night. Residence: 1635 Van Buren R 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: Bell 901-2. Ind. 2889 Rm DIL J. M. JAMISON. Physician and Surgeon. Examining Physician of the Knight and Ladles of Protection. Special attention to Diseases of Women and Private Diseases. Office and Residence. ```markdown ``` N72 Kansas Avenue. Phone 3494 FASHIONABLE ROOMING HOUSE Nearly Farmstead Rooms Clean Beds 1027 KANAS AVENUE Mrs. Lucie Smith has just opened up a first-class Roaming House at 1027 KANAS AVENUE. The building will be the first populated farmstead from ten to ten acres and direct the patronage of the public. Read the Ph. dealer One ton of butter contains 60 centre worth of fertilizer constitu- ents One ton of alfalfa contains $900 worth of fertilizer constit- tutes.—Kannur Industrialist HERE'S A USEFUL RAG DOLL Tests Corn Just as Well as Any Expensive Controvance. With an expenditure of half a dollar or even less and an bonn's time a seed corn tester may be made at home that will answer every purpose. This simple device for selecting good seed corn is known as the "rng doll tester" probably because it resembles nothing more than a rng doll when it is rolled up and put to soak in a pool of water. Its efficiency was proved in several years' test of it at the town agricultural experiment station, which says that it will select good ears as satisfactorily as the test expensive manufactured testers. Buy a few yards of sheeting of good quilt and tent it into strips eight inches wide and from three to five inches long. If it is planned to use the strips a number of times them the edges, as otherwise the travelling sometimes unarrange the kernels in on rolling. In the middle of each cloth strip lengthwise drawn a line with a heavy pencil. Then draw squares about three inches wide and number the squares. Wet one of the strips thoroughly and stretch it out in front of the ears to be tested. Take six kernels from ent No. 1 and place in square No. 1; take six kernels from ent No. 2 and place in square No. 2 and so on. When the cloth has been filled begin at either end and roll the cloth up. If the cloth is well moistened the kernels will not push out of place. When the cloth has been rolled tie a string around each end rather loosely or, better still, use a rubber band. Number this roll No 1. Then proceed with No 2 in the same way. As many rolls may be used as are necessary to contain the corn which one has to test. From thirty to fifty ears can be tested in each roll depending upon the length of the strip of cloth. After the rolls have been filled they should be poured in a bucket or tub of water where they may remain from two to sixteen hours depending upon the preference of the operator. At the end of this time pour off the water and turn the bucket or tub upside down over the rolls or use a common dry goods box for this purpose. A couple of small pieces of wood should be laid over the rolls and the edge of the roll should be lifted from one-half to one-third in order to give ventilation. At the end of five days the kernels should be dried and I republish upon the arrangement of cars select first eliter roll No. 1 or the first roll roll. If the cloth will be burned in front of the cars represented from all kernels carefully in all those which all our kernels are not strong or termination the ear should be the own way — Farm Press. Trace For Spool Fence Wire. In the accompanying illustration, taken with the description from Popular Mechanics, is shown a handy rig for carrying a spool of barbed wire FENCE WIRE THROUGH SIMILAR TO A BAGGAGE TRUG WITH A ROD BETWEEN THE HANDLES BY THE MOOL. when putting on fence. The manner of construction is obvious. The spool of wire can be easily handled by one man with this device. Economical Hog Trough When runs a number in $18 a thousand, about the price at present, a six foot long trough made of two inch plank costs about 50 cents for tanker Tailor and mills add 25 cents to the cost. Hogs destroy from one to three such troughs in a year. Food get, wasted, too, for a new trough is sold down inside the old one is poorer than it might to be. Three troughs at the above estimate cost $2.25. An iron trough six feet long costs $2.25 and will last a lifetime. American Agri-culture Heavy Fertilization is Best. In which to introduce experiments at the complete fertilizer the partial fertilizer the partial fertilizer North Saving ```markdown ``` Drink and Tobacco WE CURE THE LIQUOR AND TOBACCO HABIT. The only Scientific Home Remedy on the market. Care guaranteed. Write for full information as to our 603 W. 6th Ave. S. Mme. Beard's WONDERFUL HAIR GROWER It removes unrouted and stop, thin- ing of the scalp and takes out the kink and makes the hair grow long, soft and beautiful. Serd stamp for Pumpkin. 50¢ Per Box. Agents Wanted MME. M. BEARD, 519 S. 16th St. ST. JOSEPH, MO KANSAS CITY, KANSAS. The A M E. sarcen had large congratulations at their quarterly meeting. Presiding Elder Kep. presided at all of the services. At Love Peace, the spirit of God was fully manifested by many of the true Christians. Mr. Jee Gerren, in Ward Ave. sent to B. Sternman, attended the funeral of her brother, Mr. Sanders. Proof Reconciliation is practiced at the High School, on the soi. "The Principal S Mrs. P. & Long made with the trip to Florence. Mrs. & the mother Mrs. L. D. & the Regina, has removed to Karma. Mr. Mr. Regina persevered and went to Mets. Mr. to the Regina. Mrs. Cynn Morrison made a fine manager, & to make the Regina to sell these wines. The I. & J. Associates will a new position in the Regina. We are ready to take the place of these Euretta Chapter and Mrs. for matter, and Mrs. Euretta SERVICE MATRICE Mrs. Marie W. Wilson, letter is still confined to her bed The Citizens' Firemen are entertained at our art meeting, and we on "Civil Service," by Lord T. Iam, Instructor of Mason, to talk to Mr. Saurcer, a local man, by Mrs. N. Dave, and a man, by Mrs. Prince. The A. M. E. Mite Missionary Society, and to last meeting of Mrs. Ransom's, on north street. The lance tables are old over useful sewer. An agreement for our service. Mrs. Mary Smith, born of the most of the dwarfs of the station for an hour only of the W. W. church. It was free on all. Mrs. Talery, on the St. Andrew to go to lunch in the street to make it new of love more. Mr. Rudolph, born of the Anglican, who will remain indefinitely. Mr. Mrs. Jarry attended to San Francisco. Mrs. Glasser purchased in property. Not known to the public. More information to be found. such inconvenience and pressure on the part of readers of our concern that the world not use such terms as "yesterday." "today" or "imorrow" in writing but to give the date and be sure not to write on but one side of the paper. Topeka, Kans. Additional Local. HAIR SALE—HUMAN HAIR FOR COLORED PEOPLE $1. 00 Switches..... 49c $2. 00 Switches..... 98c $3. 00 Porpadour..... 98c SALE LAST FIFTEEN DAYS MRS. A. C. McCLELLAND. We call attention to the ad of Mrs. Louise Smith which appears elsewhere in the paper. She is located at 1027 Kansas avenue, where she is conducting a clean, first class training house for the accommodation of the public. She will appreciate your patience and render good service at the and live prices. The public and especially the teachers, pupils and parents of Washington school are singing praises to the generosity of the owners of the lakes. These big hearted gentlemen heard that the school wanted a sewing machine and victrola, and they promptly told them to take charge of all the Apex for a whole day to trade that play house earn them a sewing machine and victrola. The teachers and pupils jumped at the proposition, and they stood emerald at every performance. The picture for the day were carefully selected and it was one of the most pleasing programs ever put on by a Tikka theatre. That Apex crowd are the real goods, always doing something different—things that are worth while and the people appreciate the It is pleased pleasing to gaze at a team of rapy kids, and there at Washington school are leaping with joy. Even the teachers are wearing an extra smile, and all because Washington school owns a sewing machine and victrola, for which they are grateful, the Apex and that who are attending the show. The name of Topeka, especially the residents who have lived here since 1921 will remember Rev. G. Brown, who has resided here since 1921. He was born in North Carolina and reared in Springfield, Mo., and has been employed in the mining industry for the past forty years. He was employed by the Irwinan Place Continental Milling Co. for every one year, the old Topeka Mill for eight years, the shawnee for nine years, and the Interocean for eleven years. He is one of Topeka's oldest and most highly respected residents and has not wasted his time and energy for nothing. Rev. Brooks owns the inventory residence in North Topeka on Madison street and also has the inventory store building and other property. He recently sold a piece of property that netted him several hundred dollars. Several years ago he was known as one of the best rators in the "old school." He is a progressive man and one who has a great interest in his race. He will lecture at the Sunday school at St. Mary's A. M. G. church on the subject. 'From the Cradle to the Grave.' District Court of S. India CLITICATION NOTICE of Kansas to Ella Re to hereby ratified that are sued in an action in the trial of Shawnee County, Kansas, wherein W. L. Reynolds is a court and a Reynolds defender and that are petitioned in said actu waged in the Clark's office of court on the 1st day of November 1914, and that you answer on or before the 2d of December 1914, judgment will be derived upon you in full than A survey for this study W. H. ```markdown ``` The image contains a series of dots and dashes. It appears to be a simple representation of a sequence or a pattern. The Second Baptist church will serve dinner all day Dec. 25. --- Mrs. Mary Burkhardt, of Lawrence, is the guest of Mrs. I. C. Clark. Mrs. Ed. Greer accompanied her husband to Saint Louis one day this week. "Not a Man in the House" will be rendered at Saint John A. M. E. church Dec. 18. 一（1） Mr. Charles Perrell was in the city Sunday and was the sweet of Miss Majone Malone. Dr. M. L. Hoe will give a health talk at the Y. M. C. A. room Sunday after 6 o'clock. Mercury Frank and Edward Staley, of Emery, were in the city Friday evening at last week. A cram. "The Suffragette Baby" will be rerased at Lace Chapel on the 15th April ten cents. Miss Ida Taylor visited her sister, Miss Alice Taylor in Kansas City a few days last week, and reports a delightful visit. Miss Georgia Hall who was called home on account of illness, has returned to her past duty at the general hospital in Kansas City, Mo. --- --- Attorney W. H. Hertt Jardison has added several counties of the Federal statutes to well-released library. He transacts legal services in Kansas City or Cali this week. --- Miss Audrey Sardison will arrive from parts of town to visit her parents, Mr and Mrs. O H. Sarderson, 1282 West street during the Christmas holidays. 0 Notice hereby given that Excelsior Lodge No. A, K. of P. will hold an election of officers in the evening of December 16. All members are urgently requested to be present. --- The Art class午宴 on the 21st at the residence of Mrs. J. M. Richardson and after a delightful lunch, adjourned to meet on the 15th at the residence of Mrs. M. Ward. 1207 Lincoln street. --- The Original Artist is on the afternoon of Dec. 1st at the home of Mrs. Wm. Store 1110 Land street A delicat place has been served and then adjourned to meet on the 11th at the home of Mrs. Young in Clay street. 一、1. The closest Meats, Fish, Game and Oysters, Vegetables, etc. are found at Mullen's Market, 110 West Eighth street. Phones 3725 or 2726, and your order will receive prompt service. 一、一 It's a good place to see the new freezing process. Installed in Mulhane Meat Market. 110 West Eighth St. Everything is pure and fresh. The price is reasonable and you can find everything except airstrikes and up-to-date markets. Invoice 6735 or 3736 ---Adj. --- Madison Avenue and own Topchak's popular motion picture theatre. The Apex, all day. It. 40. Five special reels will be flashed upon the screen on this occasion. The children want a victrelle, now be a fellow line the Apex cinema and assist them by purchasing a ticket. --- Mr. J W Baird, of Corrimalia, and had been visiting children in Kansas City, Wheat and Lawrence, was in the city a few days this week, the guest of r. and friend and neighbor, Mr. Geo Prever and family. He is seeking a location and says Topesa looks good to him. --- Thursday afternoon, at 10 a.m. Mrs. J. F. Newberg was hostess at an informal in-title party at her home or South Green Street on plement to Mrs. Clara Snor. at Kansas City, Mo., and Mrs. John Fleming. Paradera. The guests were invited to a few of the girl friends Mrs. Strat and Ms. Penner where they had Topaz. 0 ROOMS for rent in a modern home at 1726 Topeka avenue. Phone 2232 Red Mr. George Slaughter has returned after a trip of about four weeks on the Mexican border. "The Castle Christmas," a beautiful drama will be presented at the Secord Baptist church Dec. 25. Admission ten cents. If you are in need of a party dress, suit or coat of the latest style and very cheap call at 1021 W. Sixth St., or Phone 1095. Mrs. F E. Motin returned Sunday to her home in St. Louis, Mo., after an agreeable and pleasant visit with her daughters and friends. --- If you want a nice station come while the sale last. Special attention raided to out-of-town orders.—Mrs. A. C. McClelland, 62 Kearat Ave. Mrs. Clara Smith of Kansas city, who had been visiting her sister, Mrs. L. C. Clark, 1414 Western Avenue since Thanksgiving, left Sunday for her home. 一 The Ministerial league will order a program at Saints' John A. M. E. church Dec. 26th for the benefit of the Y. M. C. A. Watch for the program. - - Mr. I. B. Thurau of Lurton, Nor. I now one of the travellers representatives of The Torque Pairteer and we hope him success, as he tids fair to develop into one of the best we ever had on the staff. Any courtesies than Mr. Thurau will be greatly appreciated by The Torque Pairteer. word4 word Mrs. Leru, Fremont and the son of Pasadena, Cali, sister of Mrs. G. W. Hamilton, has been visiting relatives and friends in Wichita, Omaha, and Topeka, returned here Wednesday. While in Topeka she had a very pleasant stay and her many friends gave many social functions in her honor. --- Rav. J. T. Smith, pastor of Saints Luke's A. M. E. church, Lawrence, was in the city last week in business. While here he called on The Plain dealer and had our, no ant-turn him out some handsome stationery. Rav. Smith is right unto-the-vine on everything, and he knows, where to get good printing, and will raise more other. --- We are sorry to warn of the continued illness of Col. S. F. Savage, general ad eminent officer of the Santa Fe. He is ill and needless in the hospital and the hospitals all over Kansas and the United States are praying hours for his recovery. Col. Savage is a best agent of business man and has core knowledge for the attending of the Santa Fe system and the city of Torreya. 一 一 Mrs. Alice Craxtoff, formerly Mrs. Preston, daughter Mrs. Mar. Broome and Mr. W. G. Brenner of N. Topena, was returned home to keep house for her father in N. Pole. She was born and reared in Topcha and her parents have lived here for the past forty years. Mr. Broome was a rice name at 120 N. Macdon and Mrs. Craxtoff will make this her future home. She is a fashionable dress, maker and the people of Topcha can congratulate themselves on her return home where they can have the advantage of her skill and care to use. --- A card party complimentary to Mr. and Mrs. Theodore Jones, of Concord, estate of Mrs. Helen Jones, may even Wednesday evening at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Clark. A very pleasant evening was spent at progressive work at Mr. Jones. A first prize and Mrs. John Kelly and family. Three presents were Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Kelly. Fred Lester, Mr. H. Gill, Frederick W. Lester, Mr. Helen Jones, Mr. Mrs. Lester Jones, Mr. A. Winters, Mr. Hammond, Mr. Wendel Barnard and Mr. Mrs. Theodore Jones of Chicago. --- How, R. W. Green, 14. "I've got it" was wrong the first two-day days were green in the top. It's all a modern and only familiar "the" that is a employed by the R. W. Green and Penrose's post and the Santi P. has been released for over a half year, according to a report. "I've been writing with the next P. He is in the private car of Mr A. F. & c., several months ago," the author said. "I've been writing on the R. W. Green's post and he's always doing so," he said. He had honored by the U.S. Postman. He'd with benefit to the traveler a pretty lottery that, you'd be, which shows they are better for that several years by THE BIG NEW DRUG STORE. Corner Third and Kansas Are. JAMES WHITE and J: H. HARRIS Church Notes. SAINT JOHN A. M. E. CHURCH. (By Church Staff.) Last Sunday's pleainance added considera- tory to our special collection for church debt, making the total. $550 The rest collection of the kind will be taken the third Sunday in January. It is hoped that everybody will make some sacrifice and help in this winter effort. Class No. 11 will holds the barber but No. 7 and 12 say they will see to it that No. 11 divide horrors in January. No. 7 and 12 ran only ten cents a part in this col- lection. 12 having the ascendency All did well. The drama, "Not a Man in the House," will be presented Thursday evening, Dec. 16. The young ladies are well prepared for the play and say they have a real treat for the public. Secure a ticket and help to woll the number. Perhaps the most signal affair and the greatest musical treat that has ever been given in Tanzania among our people, will be the benefit musical teat on at the Auditorium New Years evening for Saint John share by the 25d Regimental band, assisted by some of the best musical talent in the city, such as the Sunflower Julieee Singers and others. Programme and tickets will be out next week. You will not need to go away from home for real entertainment this Christmas and New Years for we are promised plenty of innocent pass-time at home. This coming Sunday will be quarterly meeting. Presiding Elder Wilson of Kansas City will be with us and it is to be hoped this quarterly meeting will be well attended and one of success in every way. The Sunday school is making very elaborate preparations for the Xmas exercises. We hope that all parents will write with the superintendent, officers and teachers in making this a real time of good cheer for all the children. Special interest will be taken in your children. We should acco to the end that all shall be remembered. Mrs. A. George Williams with her daughter and little Mireed, Mrs. Robinson, of Kansas City, Mo., were guests to dinner with Rev. and Mrs. Brow at the parage Tuesday evening. Mrs. Matte Brown is still at her daughter, Mrs. Thompson in Oakland, for eat all but better. Mrs. Vaughan remaine ill. or be further rest. Iron Taylor and Rose make oper- tions practical addresses at inter- niversal meeting Sunday evening at Saint John. After each advice and instruction from the sermon and hoodies, our people should be aroused to more rerealise efforts to reduce the mortality in this rainy disease among us. We should at least look and to the proper ventilation of our stores and public buildings. Pure oxygen said to be the germ's greatest enemy. Lessons in hygiene would often be given and the man- ter should not be afraid to preach our ownermons as our pastor delivered Sunday evening on the subject. We are promised another musical treat by the show on the evening of Christmas Sunday. The Enclave was largely attended last Sunday evening and interest was great. With interesting services we are now saving, you cannot fail to see them. You are most con- sidered customers especially with some. Respectfully open at noon on Christmas Day. BROWN CHAPEL NOEL (HOY, L. R. BOSS, FASTOR) after a week of poor and disrepair with a serious Sunday torn off to a port of date. Prayer preserved in very寄存场所 with an intimate adder. The resident (cant must) We are glad to see Dr. W. Porter in the workshop. The people (club) with Mrs. Latha, Willis and Mrs. Bycel Hall, now The large and neat ware and few treasures laid to work on at the same place. There is a room for real work. Prayer and rest rear there. All members are required. Coming..... The Battle of Gettysburg IN FIVE REELS The Apex THEATRE THIRD AND KANSAS AVE. Mammoth $75,000 Production. Dec. 17, Wednesday---Evening and Matinee..... Special School Children's Matinee 4:15. ADMISSION 10c.----ONE DIME. Beautiful and Useful Gifts for Everyone..... Await your Selection at THE BIG STORE . . . The Mills Dr TOPEKA, to matter how little or much you have to spend you will be satisfied and your friends delighted with the gift purchased here. For justic. and style are always the best. The Mills Dry Goods Co. TOPEKA. KANSAS. ten to be present as business of importance will come before the league. Refranchments to be served We are sorry to warn that Rev. W. P. Greene is ordered to his bed. Mr. William Jennings left Sunday morning for St. Louis. May, to visit us after Ron Hudson is out again after a very severe spell of stagnant. Mr. R. S. Christian sport Sunday with home folks The sacred concert at the chapel Sunday evening was a success. All present greatly enjoyed the splendid program, and saw the highly instructive talk by the distinct superintendent of A. C. L. work. Brio. Garfield Grant, who was very interesting. The talk also of our esteemed Dr. J. Lewis Ransom was very inspiring in need, and we advanced many new thoughts on the prevention of consumption. Now if we would only have heard to the same, we would all be greatly corrected. We predict a bright future for those young men. The Sunday service is made preparations for a Christmas tree for the poor. Remembrance is an important service at Brown's church at a time It is a holy and holy time. Tue day and even in that and remember of Brown's church We wish to remember of Brown's Friday at 10 o'clock A very nice dinner in the room was served. The menu was very good. You are invited to meet in them at the dining room. Friday afternoon at 10 o'clock The Court of Managers 2010 Washington Friday, June 10, 1910 Dear Parents, The past program will be held on Friday, June 10, 1910 y Goods Co. KANSAS. worship, return or you are welcome at Brown's Chapel, and it is your priority with you. We are willing to assist you in our service and to you come at any time. Inherent services were held at Brown's Chapel Sunday the song. A very special program was endowed by some of the younger members of the church and a special cong service for the occasion. Mr. Garfield Grant convened an excellent address, subject, "The Young People Face in the War of Mr. Grant is the District Sants. of the A. G. E. Leach and was able to nil that place or the program of J. Louis Bansom was then presented to the congregation as the principal speaker for the occasion. His remarks upon the subject Tatars were clear, comprehensively and to the point, and are simplified the subject in such a manner that all present were given a clear and understood more clearly the detailed disease. The services were well attended and bien compliments, were paid to Mr. Grant and for the service upon their respective addresses. CENTRAL BAPTIST CHURCH. The sowing center is a place for session, and the American exporter should not enter Navy's port, or proudly, or not Wednesday, or not and put a hand out. The People's Lord is a National Air Force to the top of air in the lower of the air field and point it on the west coast. The land is high, and the air is very low. MOMAHA DESCRIBERS Mr. B. Trent M. W. --- WANTED! Mending and Darting —Have a operable Call at 1184 Lincoln St. or Phone 2472. Everybody visit Mullen's. Meat Market, 110 West Eighth street Phone 3786 or 3736—Advt We are informed that Mrs. Mar- rence Fischer, formerly of this city, but now a resident of Kansas City, is in the general hospital undergoing a curricular operation and is in a serious condition. We wish her speedy re- covery. --- The name "Hudson Sewing Circle Society" is well entertained saturday at Mr. Dec. 6, 1913, at the name of W. H. Roberts, 1411 Quarry, street Since returning to her home in Kane city, after being at the Institute of her work mother, Mrs Arnitholas children will remain sufferers from a brief illness in her finger, which had to be attended. We hope no serious complications will occur. 一 Mr. B. B. are, who has been in the Mammoth and Chicago counties for four months, and who is now of the highest respect in the city, working on business. He resides in Chicago tomorrow. He will leave one and operate the pro- grams. - With me John 21 We left in the Karela's House. During her mother and brother, Mary Roe I petha a pre-dance and was age the next week. She was a 1st child from Lady and handle the lawful look of who who had left. Muse Roe the next year with the younger set was left leased to see her in a good way to present young children to her on our part. - 1 2 3 Mr. Mary Anderson and Sally will write the obituary for the late Prince William of Wales Society. Pride the honor of last work at the home of Mr. Mary Anderson on April with it after attending Mary and mourning from in memory and general respect of the past at two course dignity respect was served Mr. Mary Anderson in Trees Mr. Mary Anderson in Trees We are an insurer of a letter from Mary to the writer, who is now in Maryland. We are also the dis- ployer for Brother Her Monroe West whose husband before her arrival, the lady was told that she ar- mired the life of the last one of her family left. Brother George West and his wife, Mrs. Pettie, are on May 22, 1913 and the Brother Mr Monroe West. Now, at 10:00, Mrs. Monroe secretly re- ceived a letter around the world and will remain in Clarksville. --- Mr. T. H. all was best at one of the worst "sunday" given the winter at Mrs. A. Austin's private dinner on Sunday evening, in honor of Mr. A. I. Michael Henderson. A delicious seven course lunchon was served consisting of all the delicacies and beverages of the season, after which he happily passed away the time to fully conversation Mr. Henderson an old Topeka boy and spent the last few years in the Northwest. He one of the favorites among the boys, and they spared no points to whom a good time when he returned home. The dinner was an elaborate meal and prepared by Mrs. Austin whose cultivated taste for the four things and many years experience has helped her among the leading contenders of the West. The following guests were guests Mr. A. I. Henderson, Mr. Benne Perrine, Mr. Peter Roberts, Mr. Curtis Burger, Mr. "Hud" Porter, Mr. Claude Decluse and Fennie Hill Mr. Willey Page, a popular and prominent farmer, of Eskridge is in with the stock in company with with the trustee, Mr. and Mrs. Sid- they are on venture to to make their future home with their daughter, Mrs. Hassan born in Alabama 77 river had a He settled in Salem eight in soul and abide old folks, Mr. W Wagbaunse farmer and the future of the Thornell Page, for been The Knights and Ladies of the Orient A FRATERNAL BENEFICIARY SOCIETY Will issue policies for yourself and children, paying Partial Life, Sick, Funeral and Death Benefits in case of death. No home-loving man can afford to be without Life Insurance THE KNIGHT AND ORIENT is daily authorized by the laws of the State of Kansas, and is under the Superintendent of Insurance of Kansas. Its officers are banned in a reliable society Company. Liberal terms to Agents. 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M. theatre car 11:30 Wednesday, Thursday and Friday day nights theatre car leaves at 2 o'clock in night Western Railway Co. dows of Gold dow Gold ter carefully selected, thor- skilfully churned makes 11 butter, always pure, the churns in patented to preserve all its good- wins favor.ery Co., Topeka, Kas. HUTCHINSON, KANSAS. Rev. C. O. Smith returned home Wednesday, Nov. 26, from Wyoming where he has been for the past 8 months. Rev. Smith looks the very picture of health and we all were glad to see the old war horse but we regret to learn from Rev. Smith that he is going to return to Wyoming and take Mrs. Smith with him. Rev. and Mrs. Smith had as their Thanksgiving dinner guests a few of their best friends. Mrs. Smith certainly does know how to prepare for hungry people, everything that appetite could wish was put before them and if any one failed to satisfy his hunger it was not Mrs. Smith's fault. The Young People's Forum at the A. M. E. church is where you will find all the people every Sunday afternoon. Rev. J. C. Rogers, pastor of the 2nd Baptist church, addressed the Forum Sunday afternoon. A large crowd greeted Rev. Rogers and he was feeling fine and made a talk to the young people that will long be remembered by those that heard him. Hon J. N. Heft, Supt. of the reformatory will address the Forum the 3rd Sunday in December, every body should hear him, he is a foresible speaker. Mr. Frank Harris and Mr. Harvey Lance are sponsing a few days in Kansas City, right seeing Mr. Harris is of course looking for a help mate for this winter. Everybody is pleased to know that the Governor has paroled our old tried and true friend, Nick Chiles. The race needs and wants more men like Chiles, men that will speak out and inform the race of their danger. The race will not forget that three members of the Supreme court want to be re-elected Speak out Nick and tell the race, what is going on. DODGE CITY, KANSAS. The Thanksgiving supper at the Second Baptist church was a success. Mrs. Bartlett Lewis, spent Thanksgiving in Garden City. Mrs. Haskel, of Kinsley, spent Thanksgiving with her daughter, Mrs. Hill Mrs. Joe Johnson entertained the following guests at dinner Sunday: Mrs. Haskel, Mr. Hill and family, Mrs. Agnes Lewis and Mrs. Jerry Lewis. Mr. William Stamps returned home Saturday from Attchusor, where he was called several weeks ago on account of the death of his wife. Mrs. Palmet is on the sick list. Mrs. Oscar Triplett entertained Monday in honor of Mrs. Haskell. Mrs. Triplett proved a hostess in serving a repast to the delight of all present. Rey Kennedy went to Hutchinson where he preached to a large audience. Sunday Rev O. W. Freeman preached to soul stirring sermon Sunday evening. Mrs. Amanda Lewis and sister, Mrs. Nadeen Watson, spent Thanksgiving in Garden City. Mrs. Oneta Madi received from Larned, where she spent Thanksgiving with her mother. The Sunday School is preparing a program to be rendered Christmas day. MANHATTAN, KANSAS. The heavy clouds, hang over our city and the rain continues to fall making it unfavorable for pasturing on wheat to be continued. We understand that the Progressive Literary Society, of Manhattan, a, a whole, attended a debating contest, at Junction City, last week Junction City, we suppose prepared, and our team also prepared, but instead of preparing for the contest they were preparing to carry a good delegation of girls, so for the results of the contest see Junction City Columns. Rev Taylor is sick and seemingly all hopes were gone when Mrs. I. C. Freeman and sister Lula Donnel, acting as good Samaritans, solicited a goodly amount of groceries and and money and surprised him and his family, last week. So by their faithful work the wolf will not be able to loiter around his door, regardless of weather or conditions. Sush workers as Mrs. Freeman and Mrs. Donnel, are to be considered in any community where their deeds can be seen and their presence felt. God forbid us of so much society. He don't want society in heaven. He wants Christians, so give us a few more here and not so many that instead of being society struck, are Christian struck and will do their duty to their church and their fellowman. Green grass and weeds are growing. Fruit trees have bloomed the second time, in places, flowers are are beginning to take on second new life. We have students in our institutions all over uncle Sam's domain, so sit up and take notice, tell to a sleeping people, you are botanists, what caused these happenings? You have become so wise you don't believe in God, so give us a little science on the second life of the plants in one season. Thanksgiving was celebrated to the delight of all who partook in festivals and balls all around town. We made our visits to the different functions and a nice crowd was to be found everywhere. The Ladies Aid Society was serving supper and rendered a program at the Second Baptist church, which was a big success. We journeyed on to the upper part of the city where the committee of Alexander and Brown, with Fox's String Band was in progress in Peaks Old Armory Decoration festivities and music were so alluring that the Lion and the Mouse that laid together. Christians so called shut their eyes and swalt the crowd on the ballroom floor, keeping time with the music as of old. We stood and wondered again and again if our God was on top or Satan. Only a few weeks ago some of the same bunch pulled of a side dance behind curtains and said the outside world wasn't decent enough to associate with them, church people too, and when we got there they were some of the first we met. Now just stop and see if like a few years back. Oh pastor where art thy flock drifting? Are you afraid to church them for fear you will loose your members? No wonder we can't have any more success at our revivals. Wm Cavens and Lew, made a trip to Wamogo Sunday, last, to talk to old acquaintance of time past Mr. Edward Percie Smith Mormon leader of Manhattan. For any information, call Mr. W H Taylor, Comm Club, Manhattan, Kans. We met our friend, Mr. Well last evening returning from his vacation, of Thanksgiving. He will enter school again at once. He enjoyed a nice time as well as a rest. Mr. Chas. May, of Holton, Kans. answered to the roll call this morning at K. S. A. C., after spending Thanksgiving at home with his parents and relatives. We see Charley every day, and if the water will boil a little longer, one of these mornings. Charlie will answer the roll call in St. Joseph Mr. May, drop Charlie a card and ask him if these are not facts. Chief Morris Alexander, champions the cause of Chief Ashartee in extending the invitation of back to Africa to our people here. Mr Edward Button, of Hutchinson, is the guest of P. M. Martin, of the Mastin-Mer-Co, this month. As, we go to press, we will let you rest, for we are going West for a few weeks. PARSONS, KANSAS The Glovers Club met last week with Mrs. Perry Jones, on East Main St. Mrs. Price, of Wichita was in the city a few weeks ago, the guest of Mrs. A. H. Morton. Mrs. Lizzie Robertson has returned from Battleville, Oklahoma, where she went to visit her husband who is employed there. Mrs. M. L. Butler has announced the marriage of her daughter, Mrs. Zaleb Hughes, to Prof. R. Miller, which will take place in the near future. The Jewel Art Club met with Mrs. A. H Morton, Monday afternoon, Nov. 17th. Mr. Henry Boyd, of Independence, was in the city on business. A number of ladies met at the home of Mrs. Jennie Smith, Tuesday afternoon, Nov. 25th, and organized what will be known as The Bright Star Thimble Club. The following are the officers; Mrs. Lizzie Robinson, Pres., Mrs. May Smith, Vice, Mrs. A. H. Morton, See., Mrs. Zee Reddack, Asst't, Mrs. Julia Booker, Transmitter and Mrs. Lizzie Gilstrap, Chaplain. The Gleaner club will meet with Mrs. Barbara Jones, Wed. afternoon, Little Clarence Glass, of Kansas City, is visiting his grand parents, Mr. and Mrs. A. A. Glass. ORTAWA. KANSAS. Mr J. Thomas died Tuesday of last week at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Max Moore, on Cypress St. Miss Lula Anderson spent Thanksgiving in Chanute and got the prize for being one of the best singers. Miss Blanch Hicks, Miss Fay Wilson and Miss Malta White spent a lovely time at home, in Ottawa. Miss Mither McBride spent a lovely time in Kansas City, Thanksgiving. To know at all times what the race is doing you should be a reader of The Plairdealer. There is No Substitute In the World for O.K.LARD for Pure, Wholesome Substitutes are always advertised acknowledging the superiority of lard used to insure good cooking or baking. O. K. 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CITY OWN VOTER Lore-Williams. in recent years in the retreation that of Mrs Martha Ford and Mr Joseph Wylde at the nine new corner of Mr. and William Fenton in Virginia avenue. For marriage took place Wednesday, Nov 27th at 10:15 M the Rev. J. B. Brace of the Metropolitan church ordaining. Write the guests are assembling. Mrs N. Fenton place. D. S. Sedimentation, and B. S. F. and serve in beautiful mood of "Love" at the entrance of Mrs delobby's wedding march. The party comes from the affection and joy of other places and a beautiful box of green cherry candle white of saffronmint and ferns in the after way hang a white wedding bell, and on either end a tin bury two white hearts with a decorative P.W. The parter and the prey. D.W. HAINER, Drugs, Medicines, Paints, Oils, Toilet and Fancy Articles, Fine Perfumery, Books and Stationery, Cigars, Tobacco and Pipes. The Bulkley Dry Goods Company, NINA, KANSAS. ENTENI to the colored People a Most Hearty We come to Come In and Visit the Youll Receive Cartoon Treatments and Find Here Large Assortments of DRY GOODS, MILLINERY. READY TO WEAR GARMENTS, SHOES AND ACCESSORIES. Send Your Last Orders to The Bulkley Dry Goods Company. WE PAY POSTAGE. mature service and at the conclusion, when friends advanced to congratulate the trade made it known that her father's salutation was prefere nisa. The tride wore a baby she silk with accordion-planted tuce, trimmed with the finest white two shadow lace, white kid slippers, large white glove, large arm bouquets and brilliant handed. A reception was given for about 80 of their rest, intimate friends, at which was per cedar cream of pumk and yellow the kind of sweeted cakes and fruit pans. One of the tride's cakes was sent from Ilatte City, another from atissa, and the others were prefere nisa. Mrs. Tanker, the catress. Mr. Malgoering, Palaway-Mattress, the proper designer and decorator, arranged the color scheme and was assisted by Mrs. Wilson. The trip earlier, were decorated trees. The first had white chrysanthemums and green, also was decorated with white rattles. The second and third arrangements and green and pink streamers and pink cymbals. The third had attire work in white and green, and pink hearts. The star was featured with yellow mantleps and green housings. Appropriate colors were on the plains effect and in wall pocket. The designer proposed a single sofa which was in gold, and white work with the mantlegrass "Porto-Ware" and "Acrania" the latter for "We love" described person. The trade is one of the youngest and pretentious debutants married recently, but did not marriage occur at the same time. She is proficient in instrumental and vocal music. The groom elect is a fine christian gentleman, who owns several acres of land near Levenworth. They received many useful presents. They will be at home to friends at Edgerton Ave. All present and all others wish the couple prosperity. Some of the costumes of the wedding reception were: Miss M. Todd, white lace, Mrs. G. Hale-Stone, light green silk; Miss Zellner, black silk viole; Mrs. Mai Ella Lewis, white satin and lace; Mrs. Wilson, pink stripped viole; Mrs. Lillie Garner Eskridge, black silk; Mrs. Wm Ford, pale green viole; Mrs. M. C. Matthews, pale greer satin and white lace; Miss Dangerfield, blue satin and the other pretty costumes we were unable to obtain. Mr. Lon Hale, of Lincoln, Neh, was in the city attending the Ford-Williams wedding. The concert given by Mr. Arthur Anderson, who has been to Europe, was crowded at the Metropolitan church Thanksgiving night. They all do well, their vaudeville sketches are good. The little boy is fine and will make a famous actor some day. The girl plays the violin and guitar well but Mr. Anderson and his son are the stars. The Citizens Forum had an impromptu program at its last meeting. A large crowd was present. Mr. A. Saunders sang and the question box was interesting. Mrs. H. Galvez has just returned from a 4 month visit to her sister. Mrs. Irene Mallory Lucas, at Evansville Indiana. Miss Grant Eckor, Carrie Davis, May Jordan, Moeer, Bernard Jordan, and Jones of Topeka, dined with Miss Leslie Rosen, Thanksgiving. Miss Lallian Jordan, Nellie Ellis and Matt e Bradshaw, of Topeka, were delegate to the Kansas Valley Executive Board meeting. HORTON, KANSAS. Mr. Thomas Lavis gave a dance Thanksgiving and was very much disappointed, as he did not have very many out of town guests. Those that were present reported a nice time. Miss Neva Akers and Mr. Hiram Brooks, took the prize for being the best waltzers. The prize was a hand painted picture, with several small souvenirs as donations. The A. M. E. church gave Thanksgiving dinner and supper. They report success. The Baptist church served dinner and supper Thank-giving and gave a musical program in the evening. They cleaned about $20.00 which we thank our members and friends for and hope they will come out Christmas, and take dinner with us as it will be enclosed than living dinner at home. Don't miss it. The B. Y. P. U. had a splendid program Sunday night. Mr. Hiram Brooks read a splendid paper. Mr. Jack Pouget is still on the sick list and as soon as she is able will go to Kansas City to undergo an operation. Mr. and Mrs. Sam Poster are both on the skin list and we hope all of their friends will go on and help them as they need help. Mr. Alex Plumb and Mrs. Robert Plumb, daughter in law, were the guest of his daughter, in Horton, Thanksgiving. Mrs. Hiram Brooks is on the sick list. Mr and Mrs. George Jones were in the city Thanksgiving, they have not been in Horton for years. They are members of the Baptist church and we were glad to see them. Almost good for sore eyes. The Horton Band is still in the ring. They are improving every day. Mr. and Mrs. Albert Enyard visited in Ewood Sarday. Mrs. Eva Parks returned from Holton, after spending Thanksgiving with her parents. Mr. Thomas Davis will have all kinds of painted pictures, a crafts-house, and any kind of painted wood work ready for Christmas. See him before it becomes a date and pick your home. The star must come at last, you cannot see the evening gates. of Nov 12th. Mr. Flower M. Harland gave a surprise party on the 12th day of his mother Mrs. M. Farland. A few of the boys and girls from their together with the boys and the family very pleasantly arrived. Mr. Harland all seemed to enjoy the hospitality of the entertainer and after a delightful lunch was served the party friends dispersed, some Mrs. Harland more happily did. W. H. H. H. Pete Hill and M. I. Ingram visited the W. H. H. Morphy and Stella Park and day Mr. C. M. Coffey ville, visited relatives here Sunday. Last Wednesday night a crowd of boys and girls met and surprised Mr. Marion Briggans. The occasion being his nineteenth birthday, the surprise was complete and great was the memention and laughter at his expense. The evening was spent in music and games and about 11:10 o'clock all departed, with many expressions of good will and happy return of the day. Miss Eva and Myrtle Briggans visited Miss Anna Redding at her school Monday. Mrs. Arthur Trecee hag as her guests her sister, Mrs. Richardson and little daughter, of Fridoma OMAHA, NEBRASKA Wednesday, Oct 19th, Mrs. L. Smith gave a 9 o'clock breakfast in honor of Mrs. E. Starns, of Denver. Covers were laid for 18. After the ladies found then places the thanks were turned by Mrs. T. Wheeler and each lady repeated a verse from the Bible and were served a four course breakfast. We were all glad to be the guests, of Mrs. Smith, as she is a caterer and a beautiful hostess. Thursday night Mrs. I Smith entertained the ladies of the Progressive Club at her home in a star party. There were 22 guests and they all looked fine in their costume. The evening was spent in music, lectures and taking oversees. Mrs. Stanss was the honored guest. A guard time was had. Mr J H. Housley, of Pittsburg, Kansas, is in the city, the guest of his sister, Mrs. C M. Johnson, at 3:220 Charles St. Mrs. J. W. Russell, 2031 Eskine St. gave a 9:00 o'clock breakfast Saturday, in honor of Mrs. Stats and Mrs. M. Rev. Of the 16 present, there were only two man. A delightful time was had. They departed at 12:30 declaring Mrs. Russell an excellent cook. Mr. Thomas Mack spent Sunday, in the city, the guest of his sister, Mr. Belle Payne. He is an route to Hopeka from Canada where he has been for some time, looking after property. His many friends are glad to see him. Mr. Colle Jace of Topcha, is in the city, the guest of the Harrold Bros. at 2116 N. 27th St. He is a great young man and a lovely piano player Tuesday, Nov. 25th, Mrs. Rachel Harold, at 16th and Spruce St. gave a 12 o'clock lunchon, in honor of Mrs. E. Stains and Mrs. M. W. Wilson, of Excellent Springs. Covers were laid for 1s. Her here was beautifully decorated with flowers, and cut flowers. The guests were received by Mrs. Lathlan Mitchell in her beautiful living room. At 12 o'clock sharp, all found their places in the dining room that was lighted from beautiful new hanging lamps. After a five course menu was served, the party joined in a jolly around town automobile role. All reached their many homes declaring the best time of their lives, had been enjoyed Mrs. M. W. Wilson, of En- lair Springs, Mo., spent Thanksgiving week in the city, the guest of her sister and brother, Rev. and Mrs. W. T. Botts. Rev. Frank Wilson of Torcha, is in the city on business. While here he is stopping with Mr. and Mrs. A. M. Harold. Wednesday, Nov. 26th, at 12 o'clock, Mrs. S. A. Potts gave a Thanksgiving dinner in honor of her sister, A delightful dinner was served. Those present were: Mrs M W Wilson, Excellent Springs, Mrs. M. Ray, Dunlap, K. Medamie, Harold, Smith, Jackson, Brushwood, Walls, Harris, Cochran, Mitchell, Obee, S. Smith, C. Vinegar, Bals Vinegar, Rev Potts and Mr Obee. The afternoon was spent in music and conversation. A very pleasant time was had. Mrs. E. Starn. on Tuesday evening for Kansas City, to visit for parents. She interested in California New Year. Mrs. Ella Hunter, wrote, can ill for two weeks, a man referred to this writing. Messrs. E. and F. Porter are in the city for a meeting. Mr. and Mrs. Hendrie gave a Thanksgiving party in honor of the truce now. Were 177 your lives present. Lightful more. 11111. 11111. Notes of the Second M. F. Church. Our view on the three oaks in the woods ownership in the life of the past the family per cent S. A. Stripl. p. 100 in the town and for it on the mills streets, in poor the homes man, from the east. 4 People Whose God is the Lord" was delivered with us, chosen words and showed that the preacher had a natural vision of God's presence. At the close of this service, an officer was taken and the taffoon may administered. Total collection £160. Thus ended a very successful quarterly meeting. We have raised all our confidence and are beginning a success campaign for the South West which will come off Dec. 20th. Then we will push to success the jubilee fund S. H. Johnson, P. C. PARTNERS The revival meeting which has been going on at the Mrs. Lennart church closed Sunday Sunday afternoon at 2:00 a.m. large crowd attended bld at the tower on South East St. to witness the baptism of about twenty five really converted Christians. The crowd was very excited. We love, of Victoria and New White, of Luban insisted. The meeting good Sunday but will be started soon. Mr. and Mrs. Cox arrive, and he are in the city, the local free mother. Mrs. Accounts, and sister. Mrs. S. O. Clynton Mr. Alice Placidson of Lansing once will spend the week in Lansing. She is in company with the other class that is conducting at the Elks this week. She is the point of Mrs. M. C. Manny. The moving picture show at the A.M.I. club will attend and enjoy well attended and enjoyed. Mr. Clayton will attend the Mr. Placidson show at the Lansing. The Literary at the A.M.I. church has been received and they offer a good service every year. The Glencore Coat will be at the residence of Mrs J. J. Jones, on Wednesday afternoon. The Merry Makers met at the residence of Miss Mme Carl, on East Broadway, next Friday in a larger business meeting. After all insurance damsy refreshments were served The next meeting will be with Mrs F Carl, on Clark Ave. Rev Cantright, pastor of the Pleasant church who has been reading in Coffeyville, has been to family to Parsons. All except to him and family a cordial welcome and hope his stay will start to be pleasant one. Sunday was commencement of the A.M.E. matr. & good result was in attendance. They have prepared three splendid services. Mrs. Lester and Mrs. from Coffeyville, after a visit. Mrs. Hennettia and Mrs. John Liston, after a visit, visited Miss Thanksgiving. Mrs. Matr. Hoy, has returned home after a visit to the city. Mr Luther Moe, of Surrey tong for Spokane Waite rater Rev. I. K. White and he have retuition to treat more after carrying on revival work at the Ileasant Baptist Church Rev. Check was pre-printed and singing picture at Grevy's at saturday night Miss Emma Warner was returned from her fall visit to retiring, and other points. Miss Dreena was returned from her fall visit to retiring and other points and Thoreau. Born to the New and Old Morrow, a lady and Warner and Lady are short years. SPECIAL NOTICE TO CORRESPONDENT. I would much impatience and press on the part of of impossibility of our contempt you would not use such "you are not today or tomorrow in writing but you give the date and the date to write to but one side of the paper THE INTER-STATE LIBRARY ASSOCIATION OF KANSAS AND MIDDLE WEST. To the Presidents and Members of all Literary Societies of the Middl e West: This comes to inform you that the inter-State Literary Association of Kansas and the West, will hold its 2nd annual session in Attleboro, Kansas, Christmas week, 291st 星期 Monday evening, December 29, and coming with the annual contest in oratory, Original Music, Original Poetry and Declaration Wednesday evening, December 31st. Every literary society in the Mid- west that has been regularly organized for a period of three months and has held at least twelve regular meetings this calendar year is entitled and is hereby invited to elect and send three delegates, one of whom may appear on preamble membership fee for new registries - $100; for old societies $100. The program will be made by a committee on November 15, and each society must therefore have society please take notice of govern themselves accordly. prizes will be awarded to the contestants as follows: many, first $10, or one $6, anation, first $4, second $2; lottery, first $7, second $3; music, first $10, second $6. No graduate in any subject admitted to major contest. An award will be charmed. Wed- day evening only. after or oration will be were minutes in length. I have in mind when written, your ticket. A train will carry the delegates on Iowa, Kansas, Wisconsin and Nebraska. It will probably travel to Moor's sometime on Monday, December 29, and the carefully recorded that as many as can join the party at St Joseph, and over points along the route. For other information write: Fred Roundtree, Presidency Baron St, Topeka, Kansas W. Caldwell, Chairman F. 507 Com'l St. Alchies or Mrs. G. G. Brown, Secretary, 97 Budd Washington, Wichita, Kansas by Executive Committee this giving evening the mute clored Band appeared be- cause public for the first time very creditable concert returnly deserves much such a worthy organ center of out of town pro- tected the band concert last relax and his trained hear served at the Hetutch last day by Buchanan, of Thayer, spent Thanksgiving with Mrs. Palah Gaxon, returning lore Sunday evening. and Mrs. Gates, of Independ- ent Thanksgiving on the city. Juston was all a people of the last keek. Henry Johnson and Mr Mute attended the foot ball game between Chanute and the city. Campbell goes to Be- tain often but he refuses to take the young lady's name. Mrs. Williams, of Vinita Thanksgiving with their son and family. Johnson, of Iola, was my art week for a few days and was in Cherryvale and Mrs. Fields has a fine home. The mother did not at this writing Campbell spent her Lodge will give the latter part of her the direction Keeper has been the past two weeks tully day at the and a very near num We arrived to board the street on Sunday we turned and station them for SUBSCRIBERS in our full effort the Pludealer, note in the offence The late Sweater Coats and the most of $10 are the talk of the town "to them - Van Low not free based on City. 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 laveet the quarter or make the worst mistake of failing to care for the manure at all - National Stock man and farmer --- Spanard's Methods May Be Good, For Others to Imitate. From Spain comes the report of a Spanard who grew four crops of potatoes on the same land in twelve months. The potato were grown under ordinary conditions, and the ground was fertilized with horse manure. First crop, Scotch seed potatoes, planted Aug 22 and dug Nov 4, 1911 fair size, firm and good quality; second crop, Scotch seed potatoes, planted Nov. 9, 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 23 and dug Aug. 19, 1912 poor yield and potato 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 crop period has been a good one, the low yield of 1912 does not detract from the feasibility of the plan - itural 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, culminates of which congregate on the young growth of the weedshades 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 hectitehore dusted on the bushes, a very good remedy. A after 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 pepper stinker The rose slug, a light green worm that eats the leaves, may be controlled by applying white oil soap, one-half pound dissolved in four gallons of water. The rose bug, a hard shell boote that eats the leaves and blossoms and greatly damages the roses, is bent controlled by hand picking or knocking off on a sheet in the early morning. Rosebuds can be kept quite free of insects, however, by literally and frequently sprinkling with tobacco dust.—Rural life Keep the Calves "Coming." The calves must be kept "roming" whether they suck the cows or are hard fed Skimulik 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 gyrer. 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 pata crushed together or just plain corn commonly ground and fed dry are hard to heat - Iowa 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 application 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 Trench Cleaner To a short piece of half round post securely tack on the curved side with shingle nails a short of heavy galvanised iron about fifteen inches long Bore a hole in the block at an angle of about forty five degrees down short of heavy galvanized iron about fifteen inches long Bore a hole in the block it an angle of about forty five degrees, deep enough to receive a long little life. This works very satisfactorily.—Farm and Farmide "GOING TO LAW." A conveyance of land described as running with the meanders of a non-navigable stream given title to the thread of the stream in the absence of a contrary intention shown by the deed—Robinson Versus Wells, Ky., 135 R. W. 317. In willing personal property the general rule is that where no misrepresentation 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 defraud or unassured that where culpable or artificially for food the law implies a warrily on the part of the lawyer that their provisions are wholesome; and false, and the rule of biggern' risk does not apply. SPRINGFIELD, MO. NOTES. Dr. E. A. Harris, very successfully operated upon Mrs. Aggie Gatewood, taking from her limb between the knee and ankle, a large dawning needle which had been there for years. Mr. and Mrs. U. J. Foster and daughter, Miss Carrie, are making great preparations for the entertainment for their son and brother, Captain A. Foster, who is expected home on a Christmas vacation. Miss Beatrice Martin made her sister and brother, Dr. and Mrs. E. A. Harris, a delightful visit and several social affairs were given in her honor. Miss Harris made many friends here and all, with pleasure, look forward to her visit. Miss Marie H. Stammons, is arranging a ladies' minstrel of some of the best talent of the city, for the holidays, which promises to be a rare treat. Don't for your life, miss it. Exact date will be given later. Mrs. Blanche E. Johnson Fletcher is a graduate of Lincoln High School, later, she graduated from Walden University, Nashville, Tenn. For four years she has been a successful instructor in Lincoln High School, from which position she resigned to fill a better and higher calling. She was also very active in church work at the time of her marriage, she was organist of the Pitt M. E. church choir and had been for quite a time She is now the wife and bride of Mr. H. M. Fletcher, what next? Mrs. Richard Enyard, very delightfully entertained the Woman's Musical and Literary Club, Friday afternoon, Nov. 21st. A good and important meeting was enjoyed by the large number present. An interesting program was rendered. An excellent menu had been arranged by Mrs. Carrie Foster and was accepted by the club for Christmas when the club members will entertain their husbands and sweethearts and friends, the 29th of December. The captains Mendames Ida V. McAdams and Bertha B. Cooper, are arranging a good program for this important occasion, which will be presented later. Rev. Harvey, of the A. M. E. church very excellently addressed the club, which was highly appreciated. Mrs. Green Enyard was also a visitor of the after noon. At a late hour, after partaking of dainty refreshments, the club adjourned, to meet with Mrs. Mary A. Jarrett, the first Friday of December. Mr. H. M. Fletcher, who is as noble in characteristics of character as he is in splendid physique, is a graduate of Philander Smith College, of Little Rock, Ark. He is at present in the Government service, a mail clerk, running from Kansas City, to Denison, Texas. Miss Doris B. Cooper, who graduated from Lincoln Institute, Jefferson City, Mo. was last June elected by the school Board of teachers, to fill the vacancy created by Miss Blanche E. Johnson. Miss D. B Cooper spent two weeks in St. Louis, Mo., visiting the leaders of the different schools of the city. The principals and assistants were lovely and royal in their receiving and entertaining Miss Cooper, who received much valuable information and help in many ways. Her trip proved a delightful as well as a profitable one. Thanksgiving day was fittingly observed. Union services of all the churches were held at Gibson Chapel C, P. C., Church. Rev Harvey, of the A. M. E. church delivered the sermon. A large number was out and a good heart felt meeting experienced. The different churches served dinners and held their own evening services. On Wednesday evening, before Thanksgiving, Miss. Mabelle Cobb and Miss. Marie H. Stevenson, conducted a very excellent literary and musical program at the A. M. E. church. There was a large audience and each number was appreciated. Miss J. T. Cooper delightfully entertained the Fletcher-Johnson wedding party after rehearsal, Wednesday evening. Progressive whist was played, resulting in Miss Johnson winning the lady's prize, a beautiful hand painted plate and Mr. Fletcher the gentleman's prize, a fine Havana cigar. Mrs. Cooper, assisted by her chatting daughter, Miss Dorris, served delicious refreshments, after which dancing was indulged in until a late hour. The guests departed, declaring Mrs. Cooper an ideal hostess and a royal entertainer. Mr. Clarence Johnson has a good position at the Jefferson Theatre. Missae Pansy B. Vocum and Marie W. Andrews, entertained in honor of Miss Beatrice Martin, of Reavenworth Kansas, Tuesday evening. A most pleasant evening was spent with games and music. At a late hour dainty refreshments were served and were enjoyed by all present. Miss Ida D. Andrews, who is teach- ing at Cane Springs, spent Thanksgiving with folks and friends. Miss Andrews is enjoying a splendid success. On the day of her resignation, the teachers of Lincoln High School arranged and planned a surprise reception in honor of Miss Bianche E. John son. In order to save herself from a departing initiation, she made her will, bequeating them her belongings. Toasts and short addresses were indulged in, refreshments were served and a general pleasant time was hed. HIGGINSVILLE, MO. NOTES. Mr. and Mrs. George Walker, of Leavenworth, Kansas, spent Thanksgiving in the city, the guest of Mrs. David Goodon. The Sunday School elected officers for the ensuing quarter. Miss Hattie Williams was re-electel Sup't. Dr. and Mrs. I. E. Britt and little son, also Mrs. Eva Jennings, of Salina Kans., visited their mother, Mrs. A. Britt. They were royally entertained. Mr. and Mrs. P. M. Smilie, of Kansas City, Mo., were the guests of their parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Hemeror. Iol. W. V. Williams, spent Saturday and Sunday in Lexington, Mo. Messrs. Isador Wookcuff and Willie Conway, spent the week end in Lexington, Mo. Mr. Wookcuff is reported having spent Sunday afternoon with a popular teacher of the city. COFFEYVILLE KANSAS. Everybody is crying, what is the trouble with the reporter, nothing at all in? Not the reporter's fault. Mrs. Maud Winfrey is on the sick list. Mr. Grant Aikins, of St. Joseph, Mo, was in the city, visiting Mrs. Odie Hailey and family, last week. Mrs. Paul Grant visited in Kansas City last week. In spite of the inclement weather and the abundance of rain that fell a party, led by Mrs. Davidson and members of the St. James A. M. E. church, happily surprised the pastor, Rev. J. D. Rice, with a money shower which showered in silver offerings. A fubilant time was had. Mrs. D. A. Jefferson and Arlene Langaker Jefferson have returned home, after several weeks visit in Parsons, Pittsburgh and Joplin. They report a splendid trip. Mrs. Odie Hailey left Wednesday, Dec. 10th, enroute to DesMoines, Ia, to visit her daughter, Mrs. Edith Mayberry. She will also visit Mr. and Mrs. Grant Askin, of St. Joseph, Mo., before returning home. The Plain-dealer, with others, wish her a joyous trip. Mr. Peter Walls and Mrs. Caroline Ross, are still remaining on the sick list. Mr. Isom Jones and Mrs. Nancy Fox, were married last week. They will reside in the city. Rev. J. C. Cheek, evangelist, of Canton, Miss., is in the city, and will hold services with pictures and illustrated sermons on canvas, all the week, at the different churches. Mrs. Minnie Carr was indisposed last week. Macedonia Baptist church, 5th and Sycamore, Rev. D. A. Jefferson, pastor. Services every Sunday at 11:00 A.M. Sunday School 3:00 P. M. Supt. G. Blackwell. 6:00 P. M., B. Y. P. U. Pres. G. Blackwell. 7:30 P. M. preaching. Wednesday. 7:30 P. M. Prayer meeting. Communion services the first Sunday in each month at 1:00 P. M. You are cordially invited to attend all of the e-services. Misses Lydia Counce and Lena Williams, recently returned from Kansas City, where they attended the funeral of one of their relatives. The rally at the St. James M. E. church last Sunday, was a great success, teaching beyond expectations of many. When the sums were brought together and the amount reported raised was $118.05, it sounded the evultant chord in the heart of every member of the church and its worthy friends and good wishers. Dr. O. N. Goin has returned from Kansas City, where he was called to the bedside of his mother, who was ill. She is improving rapidly. Mrs. M. J. Bland, of Oskaloosa, Kansas, is visiting her daughter, Mrs. Montgomery, for a week or so. Mrs. John Bradford entertained a few friends Monday evening at an enjoyable candy making. Miss Lavina Franklin entertained the Carnation Embroidery Club last Tuesday evening. The afternoon was spent in fancy work and a delightful lunch was served. The next meeting will be with Mrs. Wesley Griffin, Dec. 9th. Mrs. Rose McCullough, of Independence, Kansas, is visiting Mrs. J. W. Wood for a few days; Miss Josie Montgomery and Miss Edna Hogan, after hard work and with help of their many friends, rendered a very nice program in honor of the Star Light Band last Tuesday evening. Farm and Garden DOES SHELTER PAY? Reckoning the Cost of Keeping Farm Machinery Under Cover. A correspondent of the Kannan Farmer says that paper places undue importance upon the necessity of sheltering farm implements and that the cost of lumber and interest on the investment in a machinery aided is greater than the depreciation on implements as a result of exposure. The paper replies: The average (10) acre farm is regarded as saving $1,000 invested in farm machinery, including wagons and buggies. It is our judgment that the average Kansas farm has neater $1,500 invested. We are confident that the depreciation on farm equipment when exposed to the storms is not less than 10 per cent per year. We are inclined to the belief that it is 20 per cent per year. We know that a 20 per cent depreciation will apply to at least a part of the equipment "The more equipment exposed to the weather the larger the depreciation in dollars and cents. One hundred dollars will erect a first class machinery shed. If $100 is not available $50 will erect a shed sufficiently large to house in a very satisfactory manner $1,000 to $1,500 worth of machinery. The $50 shed will be smaller than the $100 shed, and its use will require some piling lip of machinery. "This, however, can be done with no cash outlay and with little outlay of time and labor. If the depreciation on the shed itself is 5 per cent per year and the interest on the investment is 8 or 6 per cent per year there is still a considerable amount in favor of saving the 10 per cent or minimum depreciation on the machinery. "It does not seem possible that a wide awake farmer would argue against the advantages of good machinery care, even though it be impossible for him to provide a machine shed." FLOUR BARREL COOP. Cheaply Made and Provides Plenty of Room For the Chickens. Flour barrels make excellent coops, roomy and cheap, says Farm and Fireside, from which this article and illustration are taken. A little frame is made for the front, consisting of four pieces of board, the uprights 6 by 24 inches, and two cross-pieces, top and bottom, 2 by 20 inches. Fasten frame to front of barrel by wire, leaving opening for door. ```markdown ``` Fasten it so that a slide door eight inches wide can be easily dropped in from the top. This door is made of one half mesh cellar window wire, nailed FLOUR BARREL. This door is made on one half inch mesh cellular window wire, unlined or stapled to strips of wood. This gives good ventilation and is absolutely vermin proof. Cover barrel with old tin roofing or spouting, so as to make it rain proof and prevent the sun from warping it. Of course a coat of paint will add to its attractiveness, but it is not necessary for practical purposes. Runs of any size made of wire netting can be attached to the barrel, and with netting over the top of runs the chicks are safe from crowds or the annoyance of grown chickens. Barrels and runs can be easily moved to fresh ground. The runs are made substantial by the addition of a few stakes driven into the ground to support the wire netting. CROPS AND CRITTERS. Grow more leguminous crops and keep animals to consume these plants. This will build up your soil and increase the profits of your farm. What the Lawyers Tell Us. As a general rule, the owner of a vicious animal who has notice of its vicious character is liable for any injury committed by it and due to its fault. A person who, with knowledge that his agent, in violation of his authority, is purchasing goods for use in the business of his employer, fails to disent will be held to have ratified and adopted the agent's acts.-E. D. Kayes & Co. Versa Union Pacific Ava Company (VL), 71 Atlantic 201. If you sell food to a middleman, who sells it to the consumer and the good proven to be diseased to such an extent as to cause disease in the consumer, then you are liable to the consumer for the damage to his health. This is the decision of Judge Noyes in the federal district court in New York. A written contract should be drawn and signed by both the landowner and the renter when a rental agreement is consummated. This may avoid a misunderstanding and prevent trouble. 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