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Historical Society State House THE TOPEKA PLAINDEALER A GALA DAY AT WESTERN UNIVERSITY A GALA DAY AT WESTERN UNIVERSITY Dr. Booker T. Washington, Great Head of Tuskegee, Talks Common Horse Sense to Faculty a.d Students. Sixteenth Year. No.11. It's Time to Remove A GALA DAY A WESTERN Dr. Booker T. Washin of Tuskegee, Ta Horse Sense t a.d Stud invitation of the local Negro Business League, the President of the National Negro Business League and the great Negro educator, Booker T. Washington, arrived in the city on Wednesday morning, March 4th and was met by a large committee from the local branch. Filling three large touring tins, they were quickly off to Kansas City, where they visited Dogglass Hospital, which in its remodeled beauty, stands as a monument to the lamented Bishop Grant, the idol of this district; from there they hastened to Sumner High school, Pro., J. M. Marquess, principal, where Mr. Washington greeted the student body and made brief remarks standing in the machine. From there they healed for Quindaro, where the party was met by the student band playing, "Hail to the Chief." They hurledly visited, for Mr. Weaver, the president of the local League in his business like manner, made things move in a hurry and utilized every moment of the time; viewing the New Ward Hall, which stands upon the site of the former building which fire destroyed two years ago, with its magnificent auditorium, dining room and kitchen, class rooms, etc. Also passing the old land-mark, the splendid monument of old John Brawn, he of Kansas, whom they had erected by the Fifth Episcopal district of the great A. M. E. church, under the guidance of Bishop Grant. With hand leading the party, they returned to the grouped buildings and looked in on the regular class work going on, seeing the student body diligently at work in the various departments. Passing to the chapel which was crowded to its capacity, they listened to a short but masterly address by Dr. Washington. The Choral Society rendered severallections, classical as well as the songs of our race. A splendid luncheon was served the fourteen members of the party by the young ladies of the domestic science department, under Miss Katharine Davis, head of the department. The party was composed of the following: Dr. Washington and secretary, Mr. Hunt, Drs. Unthank, Dible, Smith, Prof. J. D. Bowser, C. H. Cailoway, Editor Nelson C. Crews, Mr. Hopkins, E. E. Vaughan, Revs. W. H. Thomas, J. R. Ransom, A. E. Eies, Dr. S. H. Thompson in his new Studebaker car carried the Kansas representatives and Rev. J. R. Ransom and Rev. J. C. C. Ownts representing the A M. E. church in connection with the school. The following is the address of Mr. Washington as stenographically reported by the students of the commercial department of Western University. President Kealing, Members of the Teaching Body and Student Body: Mr. Weaver has just whispered in my ear to the effect that I must speak to you only five minutes. Now I regret this because it has been seldom my privilege to look into the fares of as fine a set of boys and girls as I find here this morning. I should be tempted to talk to you as long as I could. The longer I talk, the less studying you will have to do. I have known your President for a number of years, knew him before he came to Kansas, knew him in Texas and other parts of the South and North, and I have known him only to admire him, and I congratulate you, that you have such a man as this at the head of your institution; and I congratulate the people of Kansas and this part of the country that they are so fortunate in having Mr. Kealing at the head of this institution. Some months ago when Bishop Grant passed away, it was ours to select someone to take his place on the Jeanes Fund Board of education. The sum of one million dollars was left by a good old woman in Philadelphia. delphia some years ago for the education of the Negro in the South. We searched the country over to find someone of our race to take this place and we settled upon Mr. Kealing, and he was unanimously elected. So I congratulate you upon having such an able man as your head and leader. I am glad to hear the beautiful songs, not only the classical song but but to hear with how much cuteness you sang the last song, and I hope that in no part of this country will our race forget the songs created by our mothers and fathers, and I hope more in the future than in the past that in every institution of learning of our race, but in all the country, not only more time would be given to songs created by us, but to the history of our people. It is indeed true that many of our own race go to institutions where they study the history of all races, history of Jews, history of Greeks, history of Germans, but never study the history of our own race. You can devote a good part of the month to hear with how much earnestness race. There are many in this form who have begun at the bottom in business, in education, in church, who have begun in poverty and in many cases have gradually struggled upward, who have grown just as popular and just as worthy of trust as some of those older fellows who lived thousands of years ago. Now before I depart from you let me impress upon you this one word. When you return home, do not be ashamed of your mothers and fathers. Mary of you come from the country timidadd emfw mfwy inf ywnwfy z don't you? Huh? Huh? Don't be as ashamed speak up You speak annual. Many of you come from the country, out in the sticks don't you? Huh? Huh? Don't be as ashamed. I want you girls and boys that come from the country away out from the railroad to be just as proud as those that come from under the glaze of the electric lights. Those of you who live in the country are better off than those in the city, because you own your own property on which you live and those in the city live on property owned by someone else. When you go back home your people are going to expect great things. They have heard that you have an education, and expect you to show signs of it as soon as you get back home. They are expecting big things of you. I want you to disappoint them in two directions. They expect you to show it in the way you talk. Using a language which you or no one else knows anything about. If you want to show them that you have an education, be the most simple person in the community. When you talk, use the shortest words that you can get hold of in the English language. You must talk in a way that everyone can understand you. When they expect you to show signs of the big head, you show signs of the little head. You show signs that education has taught you to be of service to the humbleest and to the poorest in the community in which you live. Many of you are studying chemistry aren't you? You know chemistry is a peculiar thing which is of no value unless you are going to use it. When you left home there had not been any paint on the outside of the house for one or perhaps five or ten years. You remember how the house looked. It is look-just like that now. This is how you use that chemistry. When you go home, way to your mother and father, I have been studying chemistry and I am going to use my chemistry by mixing paint or whitewash and painting or a coat as it will beautify the home as it has never been before. Do not commerce anything unless you are going to use it when TOPEKA, KANSAS, FRIDAY MORNING MARCH 13, 1914 you get back home, where you can put into practice the knowledge you have received. Many of you are studying mechanical art. It is of no value unless you are going to use it. You know when you left home, part of the palings were off the front fence. You remembered that from time to time when you tried to go through the gate which hung on one hinge. That gate is waiting for you to come back home. You remember some of the rooms in the house, when you tried to go in the door and caught hold of the knob. What happened? The knob fell off. Didn't it? It is waiting for you to go back home. Use your mechanical art in building up and beautifying the community in which you live. My friends that means service, education, practice and culture for the entire race. I congratulate all of you, teachers and students, boys and girls that are grasping all the knowledge in your power; that you have such a glorious opportunity at this present day. Get all the knowledge that you can, and use it in some way in your home or community, put it into practice for the glory of God and to the service of man. MEN AND MEASURES. Mr. Editor of The Southern Christian Recorder: I fear that my silence through the columns of our church papers has been misunderstood. I do about eighteen months I have held my peace, not because I have not been watching the progress that our church and race has been making, but I have been adjusting myself to the new duties that come to the pastorate of a church. For, after thirteen years without a break as presiding elder in my conference; and how well I have succeeded in that capacity, ask the Kansas Conference and the four Bishops under whom it was my privilege to serve, and I want my friends to know that I have not been a failure in the pastorate of the First A. M. E. church at Kansas City, Kansas, for in the past seventeen months I have received into the church three hundred and eighty-seven members. Have just closed a revival meeting which resulted in one hundred and thirty-two converts and joiners; cancled every obligation that the church had upon it, even a Church Extension debt of many years standing, and preach to a crowded house every Subbath morning and evening. Our church runs smoothly as an oiled machine. While we do not attempt to name the leading men of our ministry and say who shall be in the race for the bishopric or for General conference officers or who shall not, I want to inform my good friend, Dr. J. G. Robertson that he and I went up Salt River on the same steamer from the last General conference at Kansas City. Mo., and we came back together. And because I have not been blowing a trumpet and beating the brush as some others, is no sign that I was stranded and left up there. I will God willing, be at the next General conference and if my brethren of the Kansas Conference whom I have served unselfishly for twenty-six years without a break says so, I will be a member of that body of church law makers and if I am not elected by that General conference, I want Brio. Robertson not to forget that I will have a say about who is elected bishops and General officers. We live in an age that does not ask a man where he comes from not what school he matriculated in, but what does he know and what can he do and for what does he stand. For what is education anyhow, but the drawing out and developing of one's best nature? The awakening of one's greater powers and the putting them to the best use in the service of God and humanity. I spent my first four years in my mother conference, Tennessee, where I built four churches and paid for them; twenty-six years in Kansas Conference where I have built four churches and one personage, and paid for them, except upon church and parsonage at Parsons, Kansas. That cost us $6,500. We left a debt of one thousand dollars ($1000.1 Oh! If there is any line of work in the ministry that I do enjoy and have felt the happiest over it is in the pastage, but wherever and whatever my church and Bishon has called me to do. I have gone forth with a glad heart and done it. And if it has not been done well, let them speak out. I have handled more than thirty thousand dollars ($30,000,00) of the church's money in the past twelve months and have correctly kept the books, and truthfully accounted for every dollar of it, and made reports to every Annual Conference in the Fifth Episcopal District. If it was ever done before, I do not know of it. You need not fear—the West will be heard from and we will not allow those remote from us to name those who shall represent us. Don't forget, we belong to that gang which can and will come back, and remember that none who were a party to that ungodly, unchristianly and unmanly trick to get the writer to stand up under a hurried-up request to write a resolution—when the writer requested the Secretary to turn the resolution back so the writer might rewrite it, and punctuate and correctly spell each word. But was told by the Secretary "not to mind that as he would read it correctly and was going to typewrite it all navy." So he or some one went down in the city, had the writing photographed and went about exhibiting it to the delegates asking them. "Is that the sort of man you are going to make Financial Secretary?" And with that method of procedure the writer got the next highest vote that was cast for financial Secretary anyhow, and again the writer spent no money in any effort to be elected. The writer does not not do he contemplate at this writing that he will be an aspirant for Financial Secretary, but he does say that he will be there and will be heard from. My many friends from all parts of the church have been writing me to know why I ceased to contribute an occasional letter to our church papers and give my consent that they should advocate my exaltation at the next General conference. But I have said, "wait!" But the time has come for us all to speak out. The church of today needs men; men of purity, men full of grace and sympathy for their brethren, men who know how to get out in the rural districts and get down in the trenches with their brother ministers. Men who have a pleasant smile and kind words for the laymen, when and wherever they meet them. Men who are honest with their church's business and money, and who will work just as hard for the church's success and savings as they would for their own. These are the kind of men the church needs for General conference officers and bishops. J. R. BANSOM. BELIEB, KANSAS Mr. Green Richardson and Frank White of Edwardsville, was in Bethel on business last week. Leonard Bailey spent Sunday at Kansas City. Mrs. John Hatcher, of Loma Vista, and her sister, Miss Dove Porter, were guests of Miss Maria Crockett, Sunday. Mr. Tolliver Thompson visited friends in Kansas City Monday. Mrs. Rhoda Spruell, who has been on the sick list for some time, is improving slowly. Mrs. Penna Thompson, Mrs. Stella Walker, Mrs. Dennis S. Thompson, and Miss Maria Crockett, attend d the lecture of Dr. Booker T. Washington Wednesday evening. Mrs. Hertha Howard of Kansas City, visited at the home of her uncle, Tolliver Thompson. Mr. and Mrs. C. C. McLean have taken up their residence at Strong Point. Mrs. Tolliver Thompson visited Mrs. Henry Dawson Sunday at Horanif. Rev. David Thomas of Edwardsville, filled his appointment at the Oak Ridge Baptist church Sunday. SALINA, KANSAS. Rev. W. P. Banks preached two soul stirring sermons Sunday. A large crowd was present throughout the day. The First Baptist church had a success with their entertainment, which was given Saturday night at the O. and M. hall, clearing $15.00. They all report a nice time. Mr. Arnos Tyler, of Abilene, was in the city Sunday visiting with friends. Mrs. McAdoo, of Carbondale, is in the city on business. The Y. M. C. A. is doing splendid work just at the present time. We wish more young men would see the work and take more interest in it than they do. The B. Y. P. U. is doing some nice work also, but the young people do not take enough interest in this kind of work. Mr. Benny Hill, of Topeka, Kansas, is visiting in the city with friends and relatives. Mrs. Stella Crews and her little daughter, Velcoar is visiting in the city, the guest of her mother, Mrs. Perry. The residence of Mrs. Bob Hawkins was destroyed by fire about 10 o'clock Friday morning from a defected flue. It was estimated that the loss was about $12500. All the furniture and carpets were saved. Miss Katherine Hill returned Saturday from a short visit out of the city. Rev. W. P. Hanks returned Saturday morning from Lilsworth, where he has been attending the board meeting. Mr. C. Dunch, of Independence, was in the city last week. Mrs. Mary Jones is on the sick last, Born to Mr. and Mrs. Elijah Purley, a fine baby boy. Mother and son are doing nicely and the father is all smiles. There was excellent services at all of the churches Sunday, March 8th, and good attendance all day. Mr. Rufus Hunnigan visited in Independence, Kansas last Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. C. C. Clagg. t were in Nowata, Okla, last week attending to business matters. The series of concerts to be given at the different churches for the benefit of the church, began last Friday evening at the Sardinia Baptist church. A good crowd was present and proved quite a success. The concerts are conducted by Mr. Will Hayl. The L. S. I. Art Club met last Wednesday afternoon the 4th, at the residence of Mrs. J. H. Dawson, 120 East New street. After all business a splendid program was rendered Mrs. Bonds was honored guest. A dainty repast was served by the hostess and relished by all. The club adjourned, to meet next week at the residence of Mrs. J. E. Gallott. CARRLELTON, MISSOURI The Big Brothers Union held their meeting at the Virginia Baptist church, Monday night. Mrs. Lenora Squares has returned from Dewitt, Mo., where she has been visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Edmon Squares. Mr. Heindon Bates, of Topka, Kansu, visited her Saturday and Sunday. Mrs. John White departed with this life Feb. 27, aged 55 years. She leaves to mourn her loss, a husband, three daughters and four grand children. She was converted about 15 years ago and joined the A. M. E. church, which she lived a faithful member until her death. The funeral was conducted by Rev. J. R. Carter, pastor of the A. M. E. church. CHERRYVALE. KANSAS There are several cases of small pox in the city at present. We are having some nice weather for the month of March. The Bethlehem Baptist church held a 10 day revival recently, but without success. They had some noted divinity with them, namely Rev. Hammond of the Second Baptist church in Chanute and we congratulate them on the able sermons they delivered while here. The pastor, Rev. G. R. Bruster closed the meeting Sunday night, March 8th. Rev. Johnson of the A. M. H. church reports a conversion of one soul, namely, Miss McNichol, formerly of Kansas City. Mrs. Whitefield, of Bartle- ville, is here visiting her mother, Mrs. Celia Knox. Mrs. Mattei Bryant was a visitor in Independence last Sunday evening. Mrs. Mary E. Dixon Is slowly Im- Price $1 50 Per Year. proving from a serious attack of neuralgia. Mr. Dixon is about the same. Miss Mary Holt, of West Main, is some better. Miss Nahie Robertson is recovering from a seige of the mumps. HAXTER SPRINGS, KANSAS. Mrs. Motion Hauly is seriously ill at this writing. Miss Pauline Gant is still on the sick list. Mr. Sam Slaughter is back on the farm. Mr. Henry Bunn, of Joplin, Mo. was a visitor at the A. M. L. Sunday School Sunday. Rev. G. Gillisppie was called from Baxter Sunday, to attend the funeral of Dr. Greene of Columbus. Rev. Uman Cole preached at the morning services. Great interest is being manifested in the contest at the A. M. E. Sunday School, by both boys and girls. The boys are trying very hard to defeat the girls. There were 27 girls and 26 boys present Sunday. Miss Laura Perry has returned home from Clarimore, Okla. Rev. J. Lavender preached at the Mt. Olive Baptist church Sunday evening. The A. M. H. Sunday School gave a tacky party for the benefit of the A. M. E. church, Saturday evening, March 7, at the Masonic hall. It was will attended and a neat sum was realized. Two prizes were given, one for the tackiest boy and the other for the tackiest girl. Miss Lillian Hanly and Master Harry McDowell received the prizes. Miss Mattie Mallory entertained in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Leo Willis. Friday evening, March 6th, Miss Abomia Lawrence and Miss Mildred Gilbsy received the guests. Misses Pearl Lawrence, Lovejoy and Mrs. T. H. Carter, Mrs. Sam Slaughter, assisted in serving. An elaborate menu was served. Chickehn salad, wafers, pickles, ice cream, mints, cafe non. Miss Alvina Lawrence served punch. BAYLER SPRINGS Miss Mettie A. Mallory delightfully entertained Friday night in honour of Mr. and Mrs Leo Willis. The house was artistically decorated in red and white which added much beauty to the scene. Games and music were the principal features of the evening, after which, the hostess served a delicious luncheon, assisted by Miss Alvena Lawrence. The guest all departed at a late hour, declaring the hostess an ideal entertainer. The many friends of Mr. Samuel Hopkins are sorry to hear that he is recovering slowly after such serious illness. Mrs. Susie Hardiman and daughter Mae and Christine, of Galena, visited relatives and friends Sunday. Mrs. Lynda Hanley, who has been seriously ill is recovering. Messrs Warren and William Estes transacted business in Galena Friday. The A. M. E. Sunday school gave a tackey party Saturday night for the benefit of the church. It was well attended. The out of town guest who attended the tacky party Saturday night were Messia Pearl and McKinley Bonds of Columbus and Ira and Miss Mayne Woods of Galena. Miss Goldie Bonds spent the week end in the city the guest of her cousin, Miss Newella Norman. Mr. Henry Bunn, of Joplin, Mo., was in the city Sunday visiting his friends and relatives. Miss Pauline Giant, who has been all for sometime is improving at this writing. Her many friends wish her a speedy recovery. KANSAS CITY, KANSAS. The Rural Art club met at the home of Miss Anna French. A very enjoyable afternoon was spent and a delicious luncheon was served. Mrs. Shreaves of Canada was a guest and the club enjoyed her talk on Negro progress in Canada. RESTS ON BOTH. The solving of the race problem rests on heavy on the northern as it does on the southern colored man. We must as a race of people, learn to comply with each others desire. In doing so, however, we do not only do our race great service, but others also. On all occasions, at least, let us strive to progress through change. "WILLIE WORN." A. C. Cooke, Prescription Druggist... 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FOR HARDWARE COOK, OR HEATING MOVES AND GAS RANGES Call and write to "ALLY ALWAYS." JUNCTION CITY. KANSAS. HUTCHINSON, KANSAS. (Left Over From Last Week.) To all who are looking for a treat both religiously and educationally, visit the Peoples Forum on Sunday afternoon at 4 p. m., at Bethel A. M. E. church. One of the greatest programs rendered since the organization of the Forum was given Sunday, March 1, when the Hon. Mr. Blakemore delivered an address on "True citizenship. He took the audience with him step by step, beginning the training in infancy and on through, until the matured age of man and womanhood. Mr. Blakemore comes to highly recompensed as Wichita's leading lawyer. He placed great emphasis on the moral and educational training for true citizenship, which are the two greatest necessities for a substantial government. Would that we had more like the young lawyer. Instructions along these lines will long remain in the hearts of the Hutchinson people. Master Loyd Tyler and Perry Johnson, very widely regarded as a piano duet which was highly appreciated. Mr. Isaac Butler presented the form with a paveo, which he made him of in the manual training department in High school. Mr. Butler being the only Negro star performer, taken the address of Mr. Butler more. Miss Violet Sunder . Hatchinson's leading musician, teacher of a piano solo "Silver Star" by Lisbonn. Miss Samolite always brings amusement from the audience for her play with grace and ease and at times, the audience was hell spelled out as her great full tones fought the keys, sweet tones which only a musical progody could do. Mrs. Sam Collins, one of the sweetest soprano stars of the city, sang "Ave Maria," from Cavelliana Rictrania. Mrs. Collins has a sweet soprano voice and very ability holds the attention of her audience, who realizes in her singing that training is of the highest standard. ABILENE, KANSAS. (Left Over From Last Week) Mrs. C. Brown, of Sulina, was the guest of her sister, Mrs. C. Harrison, Friday. Mrs. M. Gibson entertained the W. H. and P. M. Circle Friday evening. It was well attended. Mrs. Chas Harrison had a misfortune to run a nail in his foot and had to remain in a few days and his occupation, but is now able to be out again. The A. M. E. church held quarterly meeting Sunday, with their pastor, Rev. Wilson and the Presiding Elder, Rev. Pain. Mrs. W. Shavett and family have moved in town on Vine street, on the McReynolds property. REV. LEWIS AND WIFE HONOR. FD. Eod, Okla, Feb 25, 1914. The many members and friends of the A M E church and other friends, organized at the beautiful home of Rev. and Mrs. Lewis, much in their surprise, to the supplative degree, with well filled baskets rabble and sweetest of vriends, Mrs. Lulu Bannam, our Christian worker, was the grantee and worthy leader of this gospel team. Prayer was led by the Hon. Rev. Washington selected anthems, well fitted for the occasion were beautifully illustrated by the guests, after which some interesting and touching remarks were attentively heard from the many present. The guest list included: Messis A. D. Buckley, Rev. Washington, A C Andrews, Keneth Havter, D. L. P. Banks, King, Clarence Ewing, Albert Rice, R. H. Johnson, Dr. P. S. Jones, Msodime Lcl Bannam, C W Allen, L. Yarborough, Eliza Barber, Annandla Payne, D. L. P. Banks, Corn March, Beatty A. Rice, Amanda Havter, I. J. Johnson, Anna Guest, S. E. Caldwell, King Chas Stemman, Geo. Hill, Ella Freeman, C A. Washam, R H Johnson Messis Ratta Wells, Pam Bunker, Lottie Allen, Mattie Hayter Clara Bannam, Gertrude West Rey Laws and with many friends here and many admirers in the Christian world Our pastor be- come all wisdom and having extent now. It seems necessary that forese that we don't know and under and our relation are bound him a It should be to would be these and more 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. 37. 38. 39. 40. 41. 42. 43. 44. 45. 46. 47. 48. 49. 50. 51. 52. 53. 54. 55. 56. 57. 58. 59. 60. 61. 62. 63. 64. 65. 66. 67. 68. 69. 70. 71. 72. 73. 74. 75. 76. 77. 78. 79. 80. 81. 82. 83. 84. 85. 86. 87. 88. 89. 90. 91. 92. 93. 94. 95. 96. 97. 98. 99. 100. W. will to the order of the titular alter that N. of a Dum to the order of the titular alter that N. of a Dum a minister for our use in the The Rev. J. W. Pearl of his name in charge of the church would be for several weeks and on John. 10 was called as the minister We believe the Rev. Pearl to be UNIQUE CLEANER speaker and a man of hospitality. We welcome Rev. Pair and his family to our city and wish him abundant success in his Christian labor and we hope the Great head of the church will be with him in all his delibera- tions. DEACONS. WICHITA, KANSA. The Albie Club. Less than a year ago a number of ladies met at the home of Mrs. Anna Martin and organized the above club, which now consists of twenty-one ladies, using the initial letter of each line of work comprised by the club to form the name "Albie," meaning Art, Literature Science, Biography, Improvement, Charity, Colour, green, pink and lavender. The motto is "No Heights too Great to Ascend." Club flower the rose entwined about the invite letter, "A." Last Monday afternoon a committee from the club visited and placed sanitary paper towels and soap in the L'Overton Douglass, Eightenth St. and Good schools for the use of pupils. The splendid art much appreciated plan was advanced by Mrs. Mollie Coward of the accepted and acted upon. The class of supply the schools the main lot of the term. The follow me name make up the club member. M. M. A. Hayd president; Mrs. M. C. A. vice president; Mrs. M. Martin, corresponding secretary; Mr. N. Clark Smith, treasurer; Mrs. P. L. Connem, critic; Mrs. L. Lee Gunttt, reporter; Mrs. G. G. Brown, chapman; Mrs. P. M. Roberts, Wellington historian; Mrs. L. T. Cummath, Mrs. L. W. Fire, Mrs. L. Moore, Mrs. H. Hook, Mrs. A. A. Rose, Mrs. R. B. McWilliams, Mrs. W. H. Jones, Mrs. M. Jales, Mrs. Chris Anderson, Miss Jas Brooks, Mrs. S. Lasker, Miss Martie Hurst. OLAHE, KANSAS. The annual debate at the Apostolic Adjunctity was given as a surprise on one of the members, Mr. Evan Dixon, at the residence of his daughter Mrs. Katie A. Beasley, on N. Pine street, Saturday night, Feb. 25th. The evening was pleasantly spent in conversation and music. Refreshments were served, which were very daunting and delicious. After refreshments the society was most agreeably surprised by the THOMAS SIMPSON THE TAILOR AND CLEANER. Ottawa, Kansas. My Very Dear Friends: I address you as friends because of your neatness to me, and the inspiration you have given me in my efforts to save the critical public. For more than two years I have been in the clothing business, and I must say that the patronage, compliments and water handshakes I have received from hardships of satisfied and well phased of towns has made the past two years the most joyful of my life, so I think at my dity to let the people, who want to save money know what I am doing, so I what I can do for them. CLEANING, PRESSING, DYEING I clean, press, dye, clothure and hats; allow me to say right here that my method of cleaning what feather UNIQUE CLEANERS and white kid gloves to the very best, and gives excellent results. Try us and you will go long and send your feather out of town to be cleaned In addition to this, and despite trials, we had, in our mult vital moments, nothing of all kinds of the very latest with "continuum" in its way by a meritorious word, thought, as well as in hundreds of instances, and in many cases in some of them. To them we would A. Illustrate more than it is necessary to tell the word it be meant to the man who, perhaps, looks at the most what others to him. Today that point has the most hope they give it then, and the only of faith, it remains under their policy of doing business in brought to them, a mutual population for reliability. OUR GUARANTEE. Our guarantee is simple; it means. hostess inviting them to the kitchen where an old fashioned candy pulling began. At a late hour all departed for their homes, reporting an enjoyable time. The guests of the society were Merdames Ellen Moten and R. A. Moten of Kansas City, Mo. Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Tolbert of Olathe, Mrs. Mary Williams of Edwardsville, Mrs. Pannie Divers of Muncie, Kansas, Miss Pattie Richardson of Kansas City, Kansas. Mrs. M. D. Brookins of Muscogee, O' is visiting at the home of Mrs. Kate A. Bursky. Mr. Whitfield Ross who has been he seek list for the past two weeks is much improved. Prof. R. H Hughes of Harrisonville, Mo., was a week end visitor in Olathe. Mrs. Biza Clark who has been and the care of a specialist in Kansas City, is home again and so much better. To all at the M. M. church Saturday was a success both par- cellly and especially. Both men and women services were well attended and the collection for the day amounted to over 500. Thirty-four of our most popular young men not with Rev. Greene at A. M. M. church last Monday he and organized the "Big Pond" in the purpose of which is to raise money for the new church. Rev. Greene and members of Wool church are working hard to get the new church completed by the last of this month, in order that the Knights of Pythias sermon may be preached there. Dr. J. S. Bass' Sunday school class is trying very hard to raise money to write the church with electricity. They already have a next sum of money in the treasury. A very excellent program was tendered to a large and appreciative audience at the Forum last Sunday afternoon. Miss Bass' glee club tendered excellent music. The collection for the afternoon was $5.00. Miss Burgess, White and Baty and Mrs. R. Groomer will be hostesses to the Big Go-Forward club Friday night at the home of Mrs. Groomer. We are sure to learn of the serious illness of Mrs. Hanity and we hope for her speedy recovery. this, and no more to both men and women: (1.) When we measure you for a suit we assume all risk. (2.) Absolute satisfaction, or your money back. (3.) Style, wear, quality and value in each garment is assured. With two years of practical experience, we do not shrink from the duty of mentioning our ability to faithfully and satisfactorily serve the public. Women who discriminate and use good taste in the selection of clothes, have discovered that the store in being well designed in payments that are tailored to individual measure. We have for your inspection over fifty fashions and 200 fabrics of the latest and best creations of the charming stunning personal model that will win in the leading fashion center of America and Europe. M. H. JOHNSON Prop. W cordially recommend for your consideration a few of our styles and fabrics put out by the PEERLESS MADIES LABORING CO., of New York, N.Y. Georgeette suits, French Mods, Linen inspiration, Paquim Models, The New Parkation Design, English walking Models, etc. We have such fabrics as the Taupo shades, the Caddet French Blau Chiffon shade, 14th st. Men and women summer or thirtie and twelfth and fifteenth most reasonable will on account of own interest or obligation to earn care of family and child of our telephone is down. We call at you, if idle to show samples and take care of both men and women. We refract national concern to all customers within a radius of sixty-five miles who may come here and order in quit—Advisor THOMAS SIMPSON. 402 S. Main ..... Phone 1574. --- W. C. ROBINSON, President. R. H. BRADLEY, Cshr. J. E. DUNN, V, Pres. H. E. COOPER, Asst. Cabr. DURLAND-SAWTELL FURNITURE COMPANY Furniture, Pianos, Victor, Talking Machines and Records. Undertakers and Embalmers. 115-419 WEST SEVENTH STREET JUNCTION CITY, KANSAS. The J. E. Baker Mer. Co., Garden City, Kansas. THE COLORED PEOPLE OF GARDEN CITY all know that they are politely and promptly waited upon when they enter our store. We make no distinction between white and black people. We appreciate your business and want. There are good and bad eople of all colors in every community. Those who pay their bills promptly we run accounts with, to be settled every week or month as the case may be. Those who do not pay promptly as agreed, we declare to run accounts with, whether they are white or colored, rich or poor. The J. E. Baker Mercantile Co. So we think we know how to make GOOD FLOUR. Insist upon using the BEST. Manufactured by "BETTER MERCHANDISE FOR LESS MONEY." UPTO-DATE- HIGH GRADE High Grade Clothing, Shoes, Hats and Furnishings for Men, Boys, Children. "LADIES' SHOES AND HOSIERY A SPECIALTY." Junction City, Kas. - Waggoner, Chla. Thirty Years in the Milling Business... So we think we know how to make the BEST The Shear Mill and Elev SALINA "THE ONE PRICE VAN LEEUW "BETTER MERCHANDI UP740-DATE High Grade Clothing Furnishings for M "LADIES' SHOES AND Junction City, Kas. MISSOURI PACIFIC IRON MOUNTAIN BETWEEN TOPEKA — AND — PORT SCOTT, PITTNIBURG, WEST CITY AND JOPLIN Leave Topeka at 9,000 a.m. F. E. NIPPS. Ticket Agent phone 371 DROUGH TRAIN SERVICE H. T. GEEDER,M. D. PITTSBURG. KANSAS Office: 1241, E. Third St Phones: Office 1475, Res. 1915 Assistance of Women a Sociality D.W. HAINER. Drugs, Medicines, Paints, Oils, Ink and Fancy Articles, Fine Perfumery, Books and Stationery, Cigars, Tobacco and Pipes. NYALS FAMILY MEDICINES 601 Commercial St. Phone 326. EMPORIA, KAN ECKE'S ECKE'S COMPLETE HOUSE FURNISHERS. 943-945-947 Massachusetts St. FURNITURE, RUGS, LINEOLUMS, SHADEES, HARDWARE—in fact Almost Everything. LAWRENCE. KANSAS. KANSAS. Eat or Sleep? 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. WHEN IN COLORADO SPRINGS and want a FIRST CLASS PLACE TO STOP CALL, ON MRS. C. E. BRAXTON, 915 E. Huerfano St. COLORADO SPRINGS, —: COLO. FOR Sale or Trade 100-Acre Farm in Stephens County, 8 miles n. the west of Hugoet. Will trade for Kansas City, Kansas property Amenity. (MISS) L. A. 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Turner, Assistant Treasurer. George McNeal, Assistant Secretary D. B. Jackson, Auditor. Nick Chiles, Assistant Auditor. C. H. Calloway, Attorney. Street-H. P. EWING, Manager. Vine Street, Bell Phone East 2130. 004 Highland Avenue. Free! Catalogue of the Latest Styles of FINE CREOLE HAIR We are the largest dealers in Creole Hair Goods, Raw Hair by the pound; Electric Combs, Ete., in this country. We also a larger variety of styles and sell more Fine Creole Wigs that any other manufacturer in the United States. Wine for catalogue IT IS FREE WILLER HUMAN HAIR GOODS CO., Shreveport, La. 25c Each; 24 Inch 50c Each. OFFICE $1.00 FOR THIS 20 INCH SWITCH A. G. W. Sango of Muskogee, was in the city last Thursday on legal business. Rev. A. G Washington left Thursday of last week for Chelsea to hold his quarterly meeting service. The Vinita literary society is having a decided success in their work. A good program is rendered every Thursday night. Haydee Finley is on the sick list. Nelson Moore of near Ketchum, was in the city last Thursday. Rev. E. W. Williams was transacting business in Chelsea Thursday of last week. The teachers will hold their reading circle March 13th at the A. M. L. church. Rev. A. J. Jennings left Saturday for Eufaula, Ok., to perform his missionary duties. Mrs. Pamley Young of Tulsa, Ok., passed through the city Monday en route from Chetupa, Kans., where she had been visiting relatives. Lincoln Allen had a knife stuck in his wrist Monday while trying to separate two parties who were engaged in a fight. Mr. Andy Rider spent the weekend on his farm near Chelsea. Several Vinita folks enjoy a foot tree every time they visit at Chelsea. Ventets and Williams are enjoying a good trade in the grocery business. Miss Clara Williams, who is teaching at Prior school, visited with her mother Match I. J. H. West of Claremore was in the city last Saturday. The Sunrise Baptist church has called a pastor. Rev. Panner left last Saturday for Chectopa, Kansas, to hold services for Rev. Skimlet at the Lattle Flock Baptist church there. Lador Williams left last Saturday to take charge of a section at Melvin. Oh, for the Friosto Co. Mr. Vinters, section foreman for the M. K. and J. Ry, has quite a number of calls for men who have served under him to take charge of sections. Grandma Williamson is making her home in Vimta. Mrs. A. D. Johnson is visiting her daughter and son in Chanute, Kaw. Section Foreman Davis of Kelso, was in the city last Sunday. The Vinita teachers will have a combined exhibit room at Miss Eva Venters' room. All are cordially invited to visit and see the work done by the school pupils. Tony Drum is now holding the foot at Sanders and Wright's department store. Jack Warford has sold his home in Vinita and has moved to Chanute, Kansas, to reside. KANSAS CITY, KANSAS. Mrs. Luella Patterson is visiting in Council Bluffs, Iowa. Mrs. Emma Graham departed this life last Saturday at Douglass Hospital. Mr. Clyde Wilson, aged 26, of 525 State avenue, died Tuesday of last week after a long illness. He is survived by a mother, six brothers, four sisters, a step father and a host of friends to mourn his demise. He was a member of the Metropolitan Baptist church. His funeral was preached in Lawrence last Sunday. Mrs. Ida Hill of Leavenworth, Mrs Vaula Chivens of Leavenworth, Mrs Mable Burns, Emporia, Harry and John Wilson of Pt. Dodge, Iowa, Walter, Samuel, Eugene and Eddie Wilson of Kansas City, Mo., were in the city last week attending the funeral of Mr. Clyde Wilson, which was held at Lawrence last Sunday. Mrs. Alma Balance of Walborn, Kansas, visited at Bonner Springs last Sunday. The new Negro paper to be started in this city, 1101 N. Fifth St., is to be called "The Independent," edited by Prof. Chas. Young, chief engineer at Western University. These warm spring like days have a tendency to make everybody feel young. Rev. Henrie has been on the sick list for the past two weeks. It is hoped for him a speedy recovery. Edward Geter is rejoicing over the return of his brother, James Anderson. It looks good to us to see him in our midst. Rev. Garret is passing his week day hours pleasantly away by acting as chief clerk in the new store on Ninth street. Marie Burnside, of K. S. A. C., spent Monday night at her home in Junction City. Mrs. Nellie Wilken is the guest of Mrs. Jennie DelPriest this week. Messrs. Middleton and McKay royally entertained a few of their friends at a six o'clock luncheon last Friday evening, after which the young people departed to enjoy the "Mikados," a play given under the direction of the department of Florution and mu- sic, at the Kansas State Agricultural College. All report a very pleasant evening and think the "Mikados" an honor to the college. Mayme Carter, Daisy Hall, Chester Middleton and Joe Abernathy, took a hike to the country Saturday evening, being the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Howell in their beautiful suburban home. C. V. Dawson greatly surprised his wife last Sunday, by giving a dinner in honor of her birthday, March 8th. The guests present were Messrs Taylor, Howell and Vincent, Mrs. Howell, Bryant and Miss Mayne Carter. All vote Mrs. Dawson a great entertainer and wish Mrs. Dawson more birthdays. The rally of the Lone Star and the Silver Leaf clubs of the Second Baptist church, was closed Sunday, March 1. The amount raised was considerably over three hundred dollars, which will be quite a help toward the new church which they propose to build Messie, Sla and Lincoln Grey of Wabanaise, were Manhattan visitors over Sunday. The people in Hawaii appreciate the splendid weather we are now having, as the churches are carrying splendid crowds. Rev. Smith, pastor of the Second Baptist church made a flying trip to Kansas City, where he spent a few days with friends and relatives. He reports having a fine visit: everybody seemed glad to see this young Dwayne back to his old home. Rev. Smith, while in Kansas City, was a member of Rev. Richardson's church Kansas City, Kansas, before coming to Hawaii. Mrs. Beard, of Wathena, is spending a few days with Mrs. Harvey Suggs and other friends. We are always glad to have her in our town as she is very pleasant and entertaining. Mrs. Ben Maxey, Jr. entertained the Sewing Circle on Feb. 28th. Not many were present, owing to the cold weather. Walter Ellington is still on the sick list. Mrs. A. B Cheek spent Friday night March 6, with Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Sims. She left Saturday morning for her country home, five miles away. The funeral of Mr. Denny Frame who died in St. Joe, March 5th, was held at the Second Baptist church Sunday, March 8th Rev. Richey preached the funeral as was his request and was assisted by Rev. Lewis, master of the A. M. E. church. The church could not hold the crowd that came to pay their last tribute of respect. He was a resident of Hawaii. His aged mother was here from Oklahoma. Many beautiful flowers overed the casket Mr. Frame was 67 years old. A number of relatives were here, who came from other cities to take the firewell look. Mr. Robert Sidney, the mole buver, is married last week to a lady of Missouri. They will reside in Hawaii until October. He is here and his son will arrive Tuesday. He has leased a beautiful six room house until October. We are indeed glad to have them in our city. His bride is a Plattsburg lady. We must say to the Literary mem- bers that their program of the Lincoln Celebration was sent in, why it did not appear in the Plattsbender I can't say. I say this to defend myself. Correspondent. Rev. James C. Check, who is in Oklahoma City, Okla. the husband of our correspondent, surprised her by sending his full stock of Bremers and Buff Orphaton dhons. He is giving her a splendid start. He reports Oklahoma is fine. He is still engaged in his Go pet illustration sessions. Mrs. Johnson entertained at dinner Sunday, Mrs. A. B. Check, Miss May I. Richey First Published in The Topcha Plain dealer February 20, 1914 In the District Court of Shawnee County, Kansas. Flossie Spencer, Plaintiff. To Lawrence H. Spencer, greeting: You are hereby notified that you are being sued for divorce and alimony in the above entitled cause, and that the petition was filed in the District Court on the 25th day of Aug. 1913. And that unless you answer said petition on or before the 2d day of April 1914, the same will be taken as true and a judgement rendered against you for a divorce and alimony. W HERBERT JAMISON, Att'y. for Plaintiff (Attest) A true Copy. C. W. BOWER. If our correspondents and agents would send half as much money as news we could enlarge the paper to accommodate all. W. H. STALONS..... Furniture, Carpets, Mattings, Stoves, Pictures, Etc. YOUR CREDIT IS GOOD HERE. AVENUE. 414 KANSAS AVENUE. HUTCHINSON, KANSAS. The Forum met Sunday afternoon at the usual hour of opening. A good program was rendered during the afternoon and some instructive talks were given by Mr. C. D. Foley and Chas. Hall. A contribution of $510 was tailed, $100 of which was given for charity. A lecture will be given next Sunday by Mr. W. W. Winans. Hutchinson is under the seige of a large revival being conducted at Convention hall, under the auspices of the combined churches of the city with Dr. Seville and a large company of Chicago in charge, 3,500 have already been converted, while all the choirs of the city have rendered assistance and the week of the 8th will bring it to a close. Another move for the rally fund is the organization of the churches into a mock annual conference. This is something novelistic and the organizing brought about much enthusiasm and success is anticipated. Mrs. H. P. Bray left Saturday evening March 7, for Indiana, where she was called to the bedside of her mother who is very ill. Word was received from Milwaukee of the death of Mr. John Gardner, who formerly lived here. Mr. Gardner was a member of the Sunflower orchestra and was classed as a singer of merit. The home of Mr. and Mrs. N. O. Berry was completely destroyed by fire, the greater part of which was covered with insurance. A DRUG .. AT YOU Phone or Mail A wire from our store to you that you practically have a c Phone your order and if you are delivered promptly by message you will Receive Goods by next mail. When you want d prices, remember your phone, delivery. T. W. C WHOLESALE AND Phone 16. A DRUG STORE MEAT YOUR DOOR phone or Mail Your Order from our store to your home connect actually have a drug store right order and if you are in the city, the imply by me-senger. If you live on receive Goods by Parcel When you want drug, of quality a number your phone, our store, and o W. CARLIN HOLESALE AND RETAIL DRUG 16. Salina, berger ter GEM ry and Meat M apest and Best P in City Trade A wire from our store to your home connects us, so 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 drugs, of quality at common drug prices, remember your phone, our store, and our quick, free delivery. WHOLESALE AND RETAIL DRUGGIST. Phone 16. Salina, Kansas Grocery and Cheapest and in City Grocery and Meat Market Cheapest and Best Place in City Trade 502-504 WEST TENTH AVE. PHONE 340 C. H. CAM Midland Me All Kinds of Meat a H. CAMPBELLE and Meat M s of Meat at the Best New J. LEAVENY Midland Meat Market All Kinds of Meat at the Best Prices. Phone: (0)d 136-New 1. LEAVENWORTH, K A. O. RORABAUGH Dry Goods Company EMPORIA, KANSAS. EVERYTHING IN LADIES' READY-TO-WEAR GARMENTS, MILLINERY, CARPETS AND SHOES Reliable Merchanise at reliable, pricen. Courteous treatment to everyone. —Satisfaction or Your Money Back.— ```markdown ``` Fritz J. Leuenberger T. K. Leuenberger We are offering to give all customers 10 per cent. on all new goods for the month of March. We have a complete line of Now and Second Hand Goods and trade new for old. Call in and Figure with us. A number of Hutchinson people are planning to accompany the K of Pts. to Wichita, the 29th, for their annual sermon, having been previously invited. The Wichita order was entertained here last year. The young men of the Pucci Club entertained at a very elaborate party at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Hays, on East Second Ave., Thursday evening, March 1. This was complimentary to a number of young ladies of the city and the home was beautifully decorated for the occasion also delicious refreshments were served throughout the evening. A very pleasant time was enjoyed by all present. Miss Alice Wilson, of Wichita, spent Sunday in the city with relatives. Miss Oldham, of Arkansas City, will reside here permanently. A Minister will be given in the near future by the Reformatory boys to assist with the church building fund. FOR SALE... 240 Acres Good Farm Land... three miles from Nicodemus, Kan. 10 acres in cultivation. Good farm estidence—never-failing water sup- ply. $30 per acre—one-half cash. Address. THE PLAINDEALER Drug STORE OUR DOOR ... Nail Your Orders. On your home connects us, so closely a drug store right at your door you are in the city, the goods will be stronger. If you live on a road route. Mails by Parcel Post not drug, of quality at common drug store, our store, and our quick, free CARLIN, D RITAIL DRUGGIST. Salina, Kansas EM Meat Market and Best Place ty Trade AMPBELL, heat Market at the Best Prices. LEAVENWORTH, KANSAS Farms.... For Negroes. Colored men, why not buy a farm in a land where a man is a man, where ONE crop will pay for your farm. I can sell you a farm in large enentry, 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 PHONE 1724. H. E. Leuenberger H. I. Klopfer. PHONE 340 Entered at the Postoffice at Topeka as Second Class Mail Matter. "We will speak for freedom and against slavery as long as the constitution of our country guarantees free speech, until everywhere on this wide land, the sun shall shine and the rain shall fall and the wind shall blow upon no man who goes forth to unquitted toil."—Lincoln. Mark Williams, a white man, who brutally murdered James Hayden, a colored man was tried in the district court, convicted and sent to the State Reformatory at Hutchinson for a few months. "Forty" Bryant, a colored man was convicted of killing a white man by the name of Roach and was sentenced to life imprisonment. "Forty" Bryant and Mark (Simoke) Williams are both classed as men of very bad character. Also Roach the white man that was found dead was considered of the same caliber. "Forty" was convicted solely on circumstantial evidence while the colored man murdered was a peaceful old man, and Mark Williams was convicted on direct evidence, not circumstantial, yet Williams gets off at a little light sentence in the State Reformatory and Bryant gets life imprisonment in the state penitentiary. Crime, no matter by whom committed should not be condoned in one no more than in another but we point a finger of scorn at what the American white man terms "justice." THE MENICAN SITUATION The American white man is trapping what he is sowing in the United States. They can now realize how the colored man feels always being lynched, burned, maltreated, robbed, outraged and denounced on all sides, because they happen to be the descendants of slaves or were slaves. As soon as the American white man ceases to heap injustice and outrages upon the black man, they can look for better treatment at the hands of others. The Mexican has no more respect for the white man in their country than the white man has for the Negro in the United States. Our advice to the American white man is to get out of old Mexico and stay out. They are not down there for any good to the Mexicans, just to rob, steal and cheat them out of their land and resources. When the white man learns to respect their own people in the United States they can ask people of other countries to respect them. AN UNDERSTANDING: In our article on the Bryant case last week in speaking of the attorneys in the case we had no reference to the ability or qualification as a lawyer, but we did mean a man with that influence and backing to go into that "Hall of Injustice" and break down that stupendous wall of prejudice that confronts a colored man, and especially so in a case where the black man is accused of a crime against a white man. Prejudice ranks so deep in the courts of Shawnee county that if it were dynamic and an explosion were to be produced a hole would be made so big that a million troops working unceasingly for a thousand years could not till it. The idea of a white man going into that court and admitting that he killed a colored man in cold blood and then to receive a sentence far less severe than a colored man charged with bootlegging is almost unbelievable, but never the true, the judge deeming the perpetrators too hard a place for a red-randed murderer. In this case a white man (not man) was tried for killing a colored man on a train and not acquitted after being guilty. This all goes to show that who a black man is right before this court last red-railed and prejudice. But we hope to have to see the truth in any man in this prairie can go into Shawnee county and prove justice for her client. They held their ground; they charged as they were bidden; they endured the leaden hail; their lifeblood ebbed amid the meadow grasses and the moon looked down upon white upturned faces in a mockery of peace and a celestial benison aloof from their anguish. Brave as they were, their glory is the greater in that they were only morals with human weaknesses—not demigods nor Titans, but men and the sons of men. They wanted to run, but a certain fighting spirit rose within them and they held it rose within them and held them there. Fear walked hand in hand with death amid the host, but fear did not prevail. "You are afraid!" said a veteran of many lights sternly to a striking novice beside him. "Yes I am," the youth admitted, "and if you were as afraid as I am you would run away!" That was the genius and noble courage—when a man's own soul said no to the faltering hands and feet that would have refused their functions. The only cowardice is surrender, and none is to blame because sudden qualm of terror comes upon him— "If you can force your heart and pursue and sweet To serve you turn long after they are gone. And so hold on when there is nothing in you. Except the will which says to them: "Hold on!" Gettysburg was fought once and for all; the kind of struggle that goes on within is ceaseless. A man need never become complacent in the surety that he has the upper hand of the indefatigable enemy. The serpent is scratched, not killed. It only waits till he is bulled to rest to compare his assassination. Yet what man of mettle is there who would effortlessly win? In this "gymnasium of the virtues" there are obstacles to be overleapt, weights to be litted, hence wrestling encounters, race to be run, ladders to be assembled to the top. You must exercise till it tells on thews and sinews—at first in the pain of it afterwards in the accretion of new strength. So shall the spirit grow robust and fortified to meet all that shall happen, nor be overthrown. It will stand like a rock that is punished by the sea—again and again by the wild, white wrath of the enslaughter it is submerged, but it emerges. You cannot learn much from one who has not been tried and tempted. He must have been there and come back in order to tell you what it was like. That does not mean that he deliberately counted the test or mortal strength—that he tried to see how near he could come to the drink without going over. But he has been thin' the raviver's fire of adversity. Whatever he has or is he got by deserving. He never was a minion of fortune. Every time he was flung he rose from the dust and forgot the bruises to fight better. Tate itself trying conclusions, wearied of the atmpt to "take a fall out of him" and have to give him what he wanted. Others, by his example took heart and tried again. They argued that if he could they could. Nothing capable of being put in personal example of man. A leader who embodies a creed, a code, a law is more than any text or aphorism though in letters of burnish gold ten feet high. There is nothing in creation to compare.—Tuskegee Student. G. Q. Lake, Druggist N. E. Corner 6th & Minnesota Ave. S. E. Corner 10th & Minnesota Ave. KANSAS CITY, KANS. 2...Big Stores...2 Prescription Druggist The Most Reasonable and Reliable Drug Store in the City. I have complied with the Triage of the Birth Rate of the the do not attempt to Up-Town Merchants The advertising manager of The Topeka Plaindealer has personally called upon the following up-town merchants and recommends them to be courteous, honest and reliable business men. And it shall be his duty hereafter to keep you posted at all times as to where you will obtain the most and the best in values. Prompt service and kindest treatment. HOWARD B. BARDEAU, Ad. Manager The Topeka Plaindealer. Your Money's Worth TOPEKA. Third & Kansas Ave. If the Best Little Store in Topeka. That's What They all Say About Where all are Welcome. 820 Kansas Ave. Every Time 100 CENTS WORTH OF SHOP SATISFACTION When You Buy Them at A. W. VOGEL, Cleaning and Repair Work. 820 KANSAS AVE Phone 957 W. Work Called for and Delivered. Ladies' and Gent's Clothing Cleaned and Pressed Equal to New ALL WORK GUARANTEED. Puckett-Patterson Ladies Hat Shop All the Newest and Latest Styles in Vogue for Spring Are Now on Display at 819—KANSAS AVENUE—819 Phone 7892. TOPEKA, KANSAS A Gage of Your Progress . . . Of Your Achievement in Getting Ahead in the World is a —GROWING BANK ACCOUNT— A cordial invitation is ex- tended to you to come in and and open an account with ...THE... Farmers' National ...Bank.... TOPEKA, KANSAS. Look For the Big Spex Sign..... It Hangs Over the Sidewalk. GOOD JEWELRY AT ...RIGHT PRICES.... —Glasses Made to Fit Your Eye— The Place is— 809 KANSAS AVENUE. The Man is— W. J. LEWIS, JEWELER. OPTICIAN. Women's Coats, Suits, Dresses, Skirts, Furs. We Solicit the Colored People's Patronage and Assure you the Best Service and Lowest Prices in Existence on First Class —WOMEN'S CLOTHING.— Berkson Bros. Art Hargis The Druggist RIGHT ON THE CORNER. EVERYTHING RIGHT. 935 Kansas Ave. Phone 1447. TOPEKA. KANSAS J. Van Houton Wall Paper... and Painting 906 KANSAS AVE. Phone 594 LOPEKA, KANSAS D. H. Forbes Hardware, Stoves and Furnaces Tin Work OKANSAS AVENUE TOPEKA, KANSAS If the Best Little Story What They all Say About THE NEW Where all are Welcome The Gerstley Crawford SHOE CO. HOME OF GOOD SHOES 103 Kane Ave Grant, The Cleaner. The Man Dye For That will You Phone 1593. 921 KANSAS AVE. LOPEKA. KANSAS You will ... Always find THE NEWEST STYLES AND BEST VALUES IN THE BEST MERCHANDISE AT ... THE... Mills Dry Goods Co. H. B. Howard Co. ELECTRIC DEPARTMENT:— House Wiring and Fixtures For Every Purpose. THE NEW STORE. ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT:— Attention, Men and Boys. We Have the Goods for Atheletes. 716 KANSAS AVE. THE GIBBS CLOTHING COMPANY Welcome your patronage and will give you the best of service and lowest prices to be found in the city of Topeka. The Gibbs Clothing 131-133 Kansas Avenue. LOPEKA. KANSAS ALEX T. Gibler, Ph. G., Prescription Druggist The most reasonable and reliable drug store in the city. Corner Fourth and Lincoln Ave. Opposite Throop Hotel. Free delivery to all parts of the city. Phone 2427 W Ralph R. Peterson, Twenty-four Years Square Dealing in the Jewelry Business, in the city of Topeka. 106 West Eighth Street (Opposite Transfer Station.) Clothes Made.. Just as You Try Us Want Them YOU'LL BE SATISFIED. W. M. Klinge & Son, 10812-110 W. Fifth St. Brunt Drug Co. The Busy Drug Store Prescriptions at Reasonable Prices. Pure Drugs LILTH AND KANSAS AVENUE. ....THE.... German-American STATE BANK Third & Kansas Ave. more in Tepela. That's TOGGERY e. 820 Kansas Ave. We Are Always Ready To Please You Our prices and treatment the same to all. Give our store a personal visit. Donna for Good Treatment and Business, Harris Cash Store. 1405 KANSAS AVENUE. W. N. PARKER 1401 KANSAS AVE Fresh and Cured Meats, Groceries and Notions. The S. J. Hallowell Cleaning Co., WILL SHE CLEAN YOUR SAT FOR ONE DOLLAR- that means ladies and gentlemen*. Call 350-Wear MUST be satisfactory or a cap will be made. For Quality and Service, Go To... The Ideal Bakery Phone 150 DRUGS DEPOT PHARMACY Opposite Santa Fe Depot Phone 1942. Corryly Mar- tin's Pharmacy. A complete... line of DRUGS AND PLUGGISTS SUNDRIES Express Money Orders Issued Do You Live to Eat or Eat to Live? The food is worth it and makes life worth any good at Staples & Wright's The Big Gift. Clyde Worth GROCERY. 500-502 EAST FOURTH STREET Phone 1016. SHAW BROS., GROCERY 227 East Fifth Street-Corner Fifth and Monroe Streets. WE CARRY A COMPLETE LINE OF GROCERIES AND FRESH MEATS. . . Your Patronage : WELCOME at all times. Work Called for and Tenvered. All Work Guarantee. National Cleaning Company H. G. SCHLUTZ, Proprietor. All work done by Experienced workmen—Ladies and Girls Clothing Cleaned Like New—Suits Cleaned and Pressed $100. 1412 N. Kansas Ave Phone 3520 N. Topeka, Kan. A.T. Waggoner, DRUGGIST 71 Kensington Ave. POPEKA, KAS. Candy Specialty Shop 1234 Kensington Ave. H. L. THINKS Proprietor. —FREED CANDIES, TOBACCO— AND SOFT DRINKS We are sorry your petition and will give you full value. A trial will prove our statement In our new Ligature Journal Register, James Hayes, Flower Shop 819 Kansas Ave. Flowers Cut Fresh Every Day From Our Own Green House. Orders filled promptly —and satisfactorily. Phone 377 R. TOPEKA, N.A. M.M.Manning, 20th and Kansas Avenue. General Merchandise Where your money will always get the best and the most of GROCERIES, MEATS AND NOTIONS. Come in without knocking—tie out the same way. Phone 1019. Topeka, Kansas. —GO TO— C. E. Jordan's For All kinds of Hot and Cold Lunches at All Hours. BEST COFFEE IN TOWN Open Day and Night. 1011 Kansas Ave. TOPEKA, KAS. FOR GOOD MEALS, GOOD MUSIC AND SERVICE CALL ON Chas. Canon AT THE "House of Lords" 113 West TENTH Street. A BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY. I have for sale in the city of Topeka, located on the main thoroughfare, which is Kansas avenue, a long established confectionery shop, with well established patronage, comprising a stock in excess of $1000, all modern and up to date fixtures, close to the big colored picture show. A respectable place to visit after Sunday church services, in a respect. He down town locality. Topeka has a population of 10,000 Negroes, supporting 127 colored professions, 64 colored business houses; 27 colored churches. We need a good live man, to take this confectionery, which can be bought below actual value. Write or see Howard B. Baudeau in are of The Topeka Plaindealer. BARBERSHOP FOR SALE. I offer for sale my batbership three chair combination—3 Bath rooms proclean tubs, Cigar case and stand. Laundry branch. Space for pool tables, etc. My nines is well established having been in same block fourteen years. My reason for selling is on account of new health, must go to a warner chie. I offer entire fixtures at a bayam. Address or call in person J. B. Lester, 357 Grand Ave. Kansas City, Mo. Mrs. Hester Johnson after visiting relatives and friends here for three weeks, returned to Kansas City Tuesday morning. Mrs. Maatha Woodson returned from Kansas City, Wednesday evening. She reported her daughter, Miss Mazie better. Dr. Hudson went to Kansas City Saturday. Mrs. Harriet Henderson has returned from St. Louis, where she was called on the account of the death of her sister, Mrs. Maggie Meyers. Miss Sallie Williams has returned from Wellington, Mo. She has been visiting her sister, Mrs. Thomas Price. Mr. Reynold Green was mashed in one of the coal mines Monday evening. He was crushed so badly that it caused his death Tuesday evening. Please see the agent and pay up your subscription or remit to the office. Please see the subscribers and toilet their subscriptions. We have few agents that send money regularly each week with their news and we want all our agents to collect the subscriptions and send in with the news. It will insure publication of the pass of that vicinity. MRS. LUCILLE SMITH FASHIONABLE ROOMING HOUSE Nearly Furnished Room Clean Bed 1927 KANSAS AVENUE Mr. L. St. John Jr. and up at most class Rooms. He at 1927 Kansas Avenue. The building has been newly prepared and finished from top to bottom. Signed as the patronage of the public. --- --- If you feel bad, try Nyall's family remedies. 0 Mrs. Anna Jackson has returned from Attichison where she was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. John Black, 829 M. street. O Mrs. Alice Braxton, of Kansas City was in the city last Saturday, attending the funeral of her cousin, Mrs. Harry Dandridge. 0 The Woman Auxiliary of St. Simon Mission will have special sermon and offering March 15th at 4:30 P.M. All are invited. Father G. Gilbert Walker, Priest. 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 your subscription. -0- The Fourteenth Regimental Auxiliary of the G. U. O. of O. F. are requested to meet at their hall, 620 Karsa avenue Friday night March 20. By order of Mrs. Lutla Link, president. --- The ladies of th Auxiliary of the Y. M. C. A. served a lunch on Tuesday evening, to the boys of the basket ball team, complimentary to their recent victory over the Lawrence team. --- Mrs. M. H. Curby, of Chicago, will appear on a recital in Topeka, March 30, under the auspices of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Y. M. C. A., for the benefit of them $1,000 pledge to the building fund. David H. Beard and Hardin H. Bryant, two of the state's best musicians played for a big society event at Kedam hall last night. They evidently pleased their auditors from the tone of the daily papers. --- (The Dunnas Art Club met with Mrs. Eliza Slaughter, Friday, March 6. The president, Miss Scott, presiding. The regular routine of business was transacted. dues were collected and a dunty two course lunch was served. The club adjourned to meet with Mrs. P. Tolbert, in Highland park, Friday, March 20. Miss Burdie Scott, Pies. The Sewing Circle was royally entertained by Mrs. Florence Williams at her home on Garth A. Avenue. The president, Mrs. Anna Williams, was present. Prayer by pastor, Rev. C. G. Fitsibuck. Quotations from the Bible were given. A dainty two course lunchon was served. The Circle will meet with Mrs. Burlington, on College Ave., Friday, March 12. Miss Willa Smith, 144 Emmett St. is our agent and we wish our subscribers to be prepared to pay her something on your subscription when she calls on you. We have so many people of our race in this city that will not pay their subscription and yet want to be called prominent and lending citizens and try to beat your newspaper bill, because it is a colored paper. You owe us and it is an honest debt. Please pay Mrs. Smith when she calls on you, or call her up, write us or call at the office. --- Naomi Household of Ruth at its second meeting in February 1914, after transacting its regular business, Sister Mary Smiley, M. N. G., presented Sister Rose Jackson, D. G. T. of D. G. Household No. 12 to the Household and Sister Sadie Scott, P. M. N. G., presented to Sister Rosie Jackson a gold chain and locket on behalf of Naomi Household for the faithful service she had rendered to the Household. Sister Jackson was so taken by the surprise that she could hardly find words to express her appreciation however, the composed herself and in a few well chosen words, thanked the Household for the honor conferred, after which he dream and take was served Card of Thanks. We cannot extend our sympathy to the many friends for whom kindness during the illness at I offer the love of our hope of our Mr. Fellow friend have and we shall do we feel grateful for the many be ful and can the short affering happiness is in our A.T. REST. The funeral of Mrs. Edna Cantrell Dandridge was held last Saturday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock at the Third Baptist church, the Rev. J. M. Brown of Saint John A. M. E. church officiating. The church was packed to suffocation and yet there were as many people on the outside who could not gain admittance. (The choir from Brown chapel, A. M. E. church conducted the singing. As the funeral processional was being read by Rev. G. W. Henry of the Second Baptist church the choir, in low sweet tones, sang "Nearest My God to Thee." Rev. B. R. Ross of Brown chapel, A. M. E. church read the scripture lesson and Rev. Milton offered prayer. Rev. J. M. Brown selected the 11th verse of the 16th Psalms as a text and his subject was "The Fullness of Joy." and his words were full of hope and comfort for the living and the dead. The floral offerings were most profuse and beautiful in the extreme, coming from friends, white and colored, the intrinsic value of same being close to $250. No such floral offering is remembered among our people, and here it is proper to say that all the flowers came not after death. The funeral arrangements were in charge of Stonefleet & Son and were perfect in operation. The following obituary prepared by Mr. John M. Dosey, was read by Rev. G. W. Henry: Edna Cantrell Dandridge. Edna Cantrell Dandridge. Edna May Cantrell was born in this city May 21, 1913, and died March 5th, 1914, at 1:45 o'clock p.m. aged twenty years, nine months, fourteen days. She was the youngest child of Mr. and Mrs. Allen Cantrell, the latter having gone to her Maker in 1995, when Edna was in her third year, and her knowledge of mother was received from her elder sister, Mrs. Alice Buford, whose motherly care and sisterly love combined made in everlasting impression upon the mind of the child and she has never known the want of care and attention. Several years ago Mrs. Buford moved to Chicago and here it was that Edna was converted to an abiding faith in the efficacy of the blood of Jesus and was baptized about even years ago by Rev. Knight, pastor of the Friendship Baptist church of Chicago. Shortly after this Edna returned to Topeka and made her home with another sister, Mrs. Fannie Douglas, and here graduated in the eighth grade from Lincoln school. She entered High school, but was injured in her left side while participating in gymnastic exercises and was forced to give up further studies. Later, however, she undertook a course in trained nursing at the Old General hospital at Kansas City, but was forced to give up on account of failing health. In December, 1912, she contracted a severe cold, from which she never recovered. During the last illness and death of her father, the late Allen Cantrell, less than three months ago, she would neither eat nor sleep and refused to be comforted, and in her weakened condition became an easy victim to disease. On April 2, 1913, Edna May Cantrell was united in the bonds of holy wedlock to Mr. Harry Dandridge, second son of Mr. and Mrs. John Dandridge, one of the finest young men in the city, and prospects for future happiness seemed too indeed, but alas! so short, for the Grim Reaper stretched forth his key hand and fanned the breeze that wafted he soul into the arms of Jesus, as was borne out in the last words and testimony of this lily of the valley in earth's garden, for while surrounded by her husband, sisters, other relatives and friends, she bade them weep not, and said that she was falling asleep in the arms of the Savior fully assured that she was entering the realms of God's kingdom, and with His angles to dwell forevermore. Miss. Dandridge has been a faithful and devoted member of the Third Baptist church of this city since her return from Chicago. She leaves a kind, loving husband, four devoted sisters and three fond brothers, other relatives and a host of admiring friends to mourn her only demise, and though she is no more with them in person, she will ever be remembered as a lovely, kindly woman, one of the fairest flowers in the garden of life. I know not where thy road may lie which was the pay line If some will walk through purchasing round. Yet "God keeps watch 'tween thee and me." So, never fear. He holds thy hand, He claspeth mine, And keeps us near. Should wealth and fame perchance be thine. of and were the hite of such song to not greet them by in need of him, thus, that well, that idle werely inde the And my lot lowly be, Or you be sad and sorrowful, And glory be for me, Yet "God keeps watch 'tween thee and me." Both be His care. One arm 'round thee and one arm 'round me Will keep us near. I'll sigh sometimes to see thy face, But since this cannot be, I'll leave thee to the care of Him Who cares for thee and me. "I'll keep thee both beneath My wings." This comforter, dear, One wing o'r thee and one o'er me. So we are near. And though our paths be separate And thy why is not mine Yet, coming to the mercy seat My soul will meet with thine, And "God keeps watch 'tween thee and me." I'll whisper there He blesseth thee. He blesseth me. And we are near.—Julia A. Baker. Church Notes. SAINT JOHN A. M. E. CHURCH (By Church Staff.) "I was glad when they said unto me, let us go into the house of the Lord," seemed to be the sentiment of the many that worshipped at Saint John Sunday. This being the second quarterly meeting Presiding Elder J. W. Wilson was present and at 11:00 o'clock in his usual pleasing manner delivered a soul stirring sermon to the delight of his hearers. At 3 o'clock the holy sactament was administered to all communicants and many parook of the same. Presiding Eldr. Wilson again preached a sermon full of spiritual enthusiasm. Pastor Brown delivered an excellent sermon at 8 o'clock. Special music was furnished by the chorus. Great was the love feast and class meeting on Friday night. Rev. Reeves, the popular A. M. L. evangelist of Hutchinson and Rev. Ross, of Brown's chapel were present and assisted Pastor Brown. The spirited singing and words of inspiration coming from these two brethren were enjoyed by all. Come to the class meeting on Friday night. You will be benefitted. Quarterly conference was held on Monday night, Presiding Elder J. W. Wilson presiding. All reports were above the average. A grand total of over $800 was raised during the quarter. This speaks well for Saint John. "The Tight is On" at Saint John and the two Captains, Bros. Barker and Blackwell are determined to lead their forces to success. Which side are you on? Stand by your captain. Both are excellent gentlemen. The W. M. M. society met Friday afternoon at the residence of Mrs. Jack Brown, 319 Roosevelt street. The Ladi's Sewing circle was royally entertained at the home of Mrs. Toliver Byrd on Woodward avenue Wednesday. Mrs. Lizzie Buckner, the president, presided. It was a very profitable meeting. The Sunday school and Christian Endeavor were well attended on last Sunday. Mr. W, W. Buckner, superintendent of the Sunday school and Mrs. Flora Deltz, president of the Woman League with their able assistants are trying to make these organizers what they should be. R. v. J. R. Ratsom of the first M. E. chub, Kansas City, Kansas and J. T. South of Stant Lake, Iowa, were in the city Tuesday, shack, fire hards with their many friends, they assisted pastor Dr. Brown at the funeral of Mrs. Irene Vaughn, dearly excellent tablier, Saint John always glad to welcome her visitor. R. v. G. M. City is numbered among the mills. Many friends will be glad to see him in his accustomed place very soon. Father the Beautiful Queen, a story that never grows old the more that has eluded the hearts of many dependent ones and filled --- many depleted treasures, will be given in the near future. You can't fail to miss it. Rehersals going on weekly. Watch for the date. Pastor Brown will prench at the morning service next Sunday and Rev. Gatfield Giunt at 8 o'clock. You are always most cordially welcome to these services. ASHBURY M. E. CHURCH. "Asbury to the Front," is the motto of the church. This motto has made great success along all lines of finance and has increased its membership as well. Mr. G. B. Surpa made a short address last Sunday following the pastor's sermon. He said that the trustees had done better this conference year than they had for years. That they had passed over four hundred dollars and applied on church in delittee and expenses. Mr. Tupu is the officer chart man of the trustee board. Assbury has one of the best, in all of stewards in the Lincoln Conference. They have paid the pastor's salary of $750 and cut fifty dollars which they will settle by the setting of the conference the first of April. The annual services for the conference year will be held the last Sunday in March. Preparations are being made to make sure the greatest occasion in the history of the church. Several ministers of the city and laymen will appear on the program. The friends of the church have a general invitation. Mesdames Rutherford and Smith leaders of class number two and four, respectively have tied in their class reports for the past two weeks. Mrs. Anne Norman entertained the Ladies' Aid society Friday and served refreshments. Mrs. R. Rutherford entertained the W. H. M. society on Wednesday and served refreshments. Rev. Walton Brown, the pastor, is delivering some will prepared sermons. He is quiet, unassuming and practical in everything. Mr. James DeMoss, local preacher, who preaches on Thursday evenings has been ill for the past two or three weeks. He was able to fill the pulpit Thursday evening. Mrs. Sarah Bradford gave a steward's social at her residence Friday evening. It was a most pleasant affair. Rev. A. Hayes is now pastoring at Valley Falls. He is making a nice start. BROWN CHAPEL NOTES. (Roy. R. R. Ross. Poster.) Sunday was a glorious day of service. Rv. Milton and Rv. Alexander were present at the morning service and the former opened the service. The pastor was not well but h delivered one of his grand sermons. One united with the church. Mrs. Bertha Thomas. Sunday afternoon the pastor and some of his followers worshiped at Lang, chapel with Rv. Hamlett, at being his quarterly meeting. Rv. Ross obeyed the sacrament sermon, which was very interesting. Recruitment Miss Emmie M. Williams. The church has been divided up into four clubs working for a lady which will be the second Sunday in May for the benefit of the trustees. Everybody is working and we look forward to the time. As Easter will be the second Sunday in April, our quarterly meeting has been changed to the third Sunday in April. We are glad to see Mrs. Lulu Johnson able to be out again after being confined to her home about twelve days on account of injury sustained while latter of a street car. Mrs. Marie Clubs North and baby are visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Clubs. Roy, W. P. Gigree and Roy, J. C. Nicholson were present witness at the passenger Monday. Mrs. Moore He not with a poor ful accident who making tully came daily Thursday. Her hand was badly burned. Mrs. Rowe restated the Secta- circle I was after one the point. FOR KANSAS CITY TOMORROW MORNING AND EVERY MORNING IN THE YEAR Santa Fe Train No.10 Ontime. Fresh and Clean Leaves Here at 7:40 A.M. Arrives Kansas City 9:45 A.M. employes, modern cars, a dustless roadbed, detail planned 1 your comfort and safety, trip a real pleasure. Remember Santa Fe 7:40 in the Morning T. L. KING, City Passenger Agt. Topska Palace Hair Parlor The Palace Hair Parlor Hair is needed to make supply of hair care for loved people—best in town for the nearby. The Largest stock of HUMAN HAIR for Colored people in the city. SHAMPOO, STRAIGHTENING and COLORS OF HAIR WORK done by first hair dressers. We guarantee satisfaction. Come and see our hair better and longer than ever. The Palace 832 KANSAS AVE. * AGENTS WANTED TO SELL Palace Hair Parlor, SAS AVE. TELEPHONE 3494-W WANTED to sell or goods. Call or write us. Buy Nyoll's family reminds at Union Pacific Pharmacy. The Ne Plus Ultra Art club am meet with Mrs. Bruce, 1107 N. J. person street March E. Rev. Cabokes, presiding elder of the C. M. E. church held quarter meeting at Lame chapel. He says things are moving nicely. The Meeting of the Oriental A club on the 5th inst., at the residence of Mrs. A. R. Jackson was one of pleasure and profit. After the disposal of the regular routine of business a dainty repast was served and keenly reished by all. They met yesterday at the house of Mrs. J. Johnson on Lincoln street. PLAIN STATEMENT Having at various times read state ments in the daily papers relative to attacks upon white servant by Nigro men in Top ka, I took that this is a characteristic slap at the race of this state—especially in the capital city. I will volunteer to move or twenty or more men, let them white or black, to give two dollars each for the arrest and conviction of such Negroes who commit such fences. W. A. BRADEN. Mr. David Thompson was born in Franklin, Tenn., Aug. 2d, 1801, died March 2d, 1914 at the age of fifty three years and seven months. He leaves a wife, brother r. and sister a host of relatives and friends to mourn his demise. He settled in Forkska in 1879; he enlisted in the Ninth Cavalry band, served five years and at the expiration of this period entered the service of the Pullman Palace Car Co., serving continually for twenty-two years and assigned on account of failing health and care to Topkis June 22d, 1913 to visit his brother and friends, hoping to regain his health. For a time he seemed to improve, but later weak when the end came Morhay morning at 8 a.m. March 2, 1914 Mrs. Bessie Jenkins assisted by Mrs. Iona Gus gave a delightful birthday surprise party on her husband, Mr. Samuel Jenkins last week in their residence. The Lime tree the house was decorated in part white. The menu consisted of 1 with 1 with 1. Mr. and Mrs. Wellington M. and Mr. L. L. L. L. George, W. William L. L. Lam, G. M. Mrs. S. S. Lankley, Mrs. L. L. L. Fairford, Mrs. N. N. M. Mr. Henry Capitol, Dr. Evans, w. sport in music games and or. . SantaFe --- OBITURARY. --- Mrs. Anna Carter Matooney, of Kansas spent several days in the city last week the guest of her old classmate, Mrs. Hester Hardiman. Mrs. Anna Winston, who was summoned from Kansas City on account of the death of her sister, Mrs. Harry Dandridge, returned home late Saturday evening. --- Owing to a rush to get out somewhere near on time, several very important local items are unavonably carried over. For instance the fine concert played Sunday afternoon at the Auditorium by Jackson's Twenty-third Regimental band. It was the best thing ever staged by local talent in that hall. Prof. Jackson has the band and we will give more details later. --- The Parents-Teachers' Association of McKinley school held their regular monthly meeting last Friday afternoon, at 3 p.m., at the school The program was as follows: "The Archer"—McKinley School Chorus. Original Poem, "McKinley School" Vashti Haynes. "Lucta Lucia"—Chorus. Original Poem. "Spring"—Vashti Hayner. Address Mrs. W. T. McKnight. About thirty patrons and friends of the school were present. This was the largest and most profitable meeting of the school year. Refreshments consisting of ice cream and cake were furnished and served by Mrs. Norman Mrs. Anna Smith, Mrs. Turp. and Mrs. James. MOTHERS LEAGUE HOLDS many hall at Washington day afternoon was the of one of the most interesting instructive gatherings in town of the school. It was a meeting of the Mothers' League and the severity of these earnest efforts for the uplift and educational advancement of the race were present to change ideas with the teachers and show their children that they are interested what they are doing, and them to take advantage of the splendid opportunities for front them. Russell offered for selection on the mothers, teachers and brothers who have attended Washington school to our rest and enthusiastic work in the city along this road pride in the school and teachers and work in harmony with them to bring about the splendid success obtained through this 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 Benedict in case of death. No home-loving man can afford to be without Life Insurance. THE KNIGHT AND ORIENT is duly authorized by the laws of the State of Kansas, and is under the Superintendent of Insurance of Kansas. Its officers are bonded in a reliable Surety Company. Liberal terms to Agents. For information address. NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS. 319 Kansas Avenue. Topeka, Kansas OUR MOTION: "Procept Payment of Claims" JOHN M. WRIGHT PEARL, McNEAL. National President National Secretary Colored People's Hair. WIG8 S01M Our Specialty. 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Trolley To Kansas City Cars leave Third and Delaware every hour on the half from 6:30 A.M. to 10:00 P.M. on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday Thursday and Friday nights. Saturday and Sunday nights last car leaves 12 o'clock in midnight. Cars have length and Main, Kansas City, every hour on the even hour from 6 A.M. to 10 P.M. the theatre 11:30 P.M. on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday nights. Saturday and Sunday nights the theatre leaves at 11 P.M. last car leaves 12 o'clock in midnight. The Kansas City-Western Railway Co. The Kansas City-Western Railway Co. THE CROSSING Meadow Gold Butter Purest of cream oughly pasteurized this the best of sweet and good. Packed fresh fro odor proof package ness for you. urest of cream, carefully selected, the highly pasteurized, skilfully churned made the best of all butter, always perfect and good. Jacked fresh from the churns in patern or proof packages to preserve all its good for you. 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Hows of Gold carefully selected, thor- skilfully churned makes all butter, always pure. the churns in patented to preserve all its good- ery Co., Topeka, Kas. --- SPRINGFIELD, MISSOUR. Mr. Nathaniel Adams departed this life Mar. 4th, after a brief illness of only a few days, which was a shock not only to his wife and relatives but to the whole community as well. No one thought his illness serious. He had lived here all his life, was well known by both white and colored. He was born Jan 27, 1861, and died Mar. 4th, 1911, leaving a wife and two cousins. He was married to Pannie Abernathy March 4, 1888, and to the union non children were born. Her many friends sympathize with her in her sad hour of bereavement. She also desires to thank her many friends for kindness extended during her husband's illness and death. The pastor Rev. Harvey and members of the C. M. B. church assisted by the able evangelist, Rev. Broadmax, and Rev. Williams, of Parsons, Kansas, reaped a rich harvest in the conversion of souls, fifteen or more being redeemed, among whom were Messrs. V. J. Poster, L. Garland and L. Farris, and others. Many back-siders have reclaimed. All churches of the city have been benefitted, as new members have been added. The good work closed Tuesday evening of last week. The Woman's Musical and Literary club enjoyed a glorious meeting at the hospitable home of Mrs. N. J. Laxton, who proved a most charming hostess on said occasion. There was a large number in attendance in spite of the disobtrusive weather. The club was very proud to receive a new member in the personage of Miss Angeline Denning. The gratie, Mrs. Maggie Bostie, decided that Mesdames Bertha Lulbright, Holmes and B. B Cooper should receive the lovely prizes, which were presented by the hostess. The Smithsonian division rendered an interesting and enjoyable program. Beautiful souvenirs, red, blue and white satin axes, typical of George Washington, were presented to each member and guest. The hostess was assisted in serving a most delicious three course menu by Misses Geneva Vickers, Edith M. Bruce and Doris B. Cooper to the visitors, who were Mesdames Mayme Lulbright, Harris and Holmes, and Misses Marie W. Andrews, Edra Denton, and members. At a late hour the club adjourned to meet with William Bruce, the third Wednesday in the month It is reported that Mrs. Lavinia Higgs and Mr. Speers were joined in holy bonds of wedlock at Joplin, Mo. a few weeks ago. They are now at their home on Sherman St. Their many friends wish them a long, prosperous and happy life. A nice contribution to the editor from subscribers will make the printers take more interest in the news coming in from so many places. Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Ferguson were made the recipients of a fine baby girl on Feb. 20. Mother and child are resting fine. Mr. Win. Gusby of Independence, Kansas, formerly of this place, was here on the 23rd ult. to rush paying for his place. He will return to Weir this fall to make this his home again. Mr. Frank Johnson has bought the property west of Mr. James Lallis and has moved in the same Mrs. Mattie Start who went to Alabama in December, I turned on the 200th ult with her mother, who will make her home with her. The Eagle Coal Co. has installed a steam engine to hoist their coal and will put a mulch in the shaft and will soon be in shape to hoist a flat a day. Mr. L. W Stewart went to Port Scott on the 18th ult. to take the civil service examination for railway mail clerk. Mrs. Anna Boyd, one of the old settlers, but moved to Nowata, Okla., died there on the 4th and the remains were brought here for interment on the 8th under auspices of the Daughters of the Tabernacle and Court of Calanthe, Rev. J. S. King preached the funeral. She leaves a husband and one daughter, and three grand children. She was a faithful member of the Baptist church. She lived with her husband forty-two years. Rev Geo McNeal of Kansas City, who is helping Rev. Elius in a meeting in Pittsburg, was in the city Tuesday. In a regular church meeting at St. John Baptist church on Monday of this week Rev. W. W. Ewing offered his resignation as pastor to take effect in thirty days. Mrs. Teamer Williams was taken very sick last Sunday, but is better at this writing. Several of the elderly women of this city spent last Sunday in Coffeyville, guests of Mrs. E. Bond, and they report being highly entertained while there. Those who went from here were Mrs. A. Peace, Mrs. A. Freeman, Mrs. J. Vanderford, Mrs. M. Duellen and Mrs. G. Washington. The revival at the Second Baptist church closed with much success. A banquet was given in honor of Rev. Green and new members on Monday evening, which was largely attended Rev. Green left Tuesday for Kansas City. Mr. Duellen and family left the last of February for Ponca City, Ok., to reside. The pie supper at Quinn Chapel was largely attended on the 5th and was quite a success. The bazaar at St. John's Chapel was largely attended and a success financially A delightful evening party was given by Mr. and Mrs. O. C. Croones at their cozy home on West Maple street on the 3rd. Quite a number of the young people were invited, each taking an active part in the games that had been planned by the hostess and others for their amusement, which were indulged in until a late hour when a dainty luncheon was served, and the guests departed having spent a most enjoyable evening. Special to be mentioned were the prizes given in a guessing game. The first prize was awarded to Mrs. J. L. Davis, second prize, Miss Beatie Taylor, and third prize on hooby was awarded to Miss Frances Washington. Masters Arthur and Grafton Vanderford spent one day last week with their auntie and family, Mrs. J. Vanderford of W Maine St. The youngsters seemed to enjoy themselves and were highly pleased with the day's outing. Mr. I. Fields and Mrs. Martina Fluellen entertained at 6 o'clock dinner at the Arcade restaurant in honor of Mr. and Mrs. C. Fluellen. The party was composed of Mr. and Mrs. C. Fluellen, Mr. Irvin McCain, Mr. Ira Fields, Misses Martina Fluellen, Alice Fluellen, Anna Vanderford and Blanche Whitte. Mrs. J. McCollough has returned from Claremate. Ok, where she went for the benefit of her health Mrs. I. Taylor and Mrs. M. Newon of Chanute. Kans., were pleasant visitors in our city last Sunday, guests of their sister, Mrs. A. Gates and family. Rev. G. E. Pettigrew and wife were entertained at dinner last Sunday by Mr. and Mrs. A. Gates at their beautiful suburban home west of town. They report a pleasant time. Miss Ethel Holt is ill at this time. Mother Robinson who has been seriously ill, is much improved. The literary society is still growing in interest and popularity. Mr. C. Bunch spent last week at Chanute, Kansas. The Excelsior Girls' club will be entertained by Miss Frances Washington next meeting. The Autumn Leaf Art club has been organized and will be entertained this week by Mrs. A. Peace. HUTCHINSON, KANS. The People's Forum met at 4 p.m. last Sunday, with President W. W. Evans in the chair. Miss Bessie Bell read a very interesting paper on "The Educational Progress of the American Negro" and it was very ably discussed by both colored and white speakers. Miss Bertha Plummer one of Hutchinson's sweet singers, sang "Dream Days" quite to the satisfaction of all Miss Huzel Holmes read an excellent paper on "Home." We will have to say for the young lady it was certainly a treat to the Forum to know that we have in our city such wonderful talent. Mr. Hall, a well known white man who has held abstract office for over twenty years, spoke encouragingly on the needs of a Y. M. C. A. for the Negro and his remarks were very much appreciated by the Forum. Mr. Forby, manager of the Boston Dry Goods store, delivered a ten-minute talk which had a full year's strength in it. He truly admired the sterling character of the president in speaking for right. We bid Mr. Forby come again, as there is always room on the program for such able men. Remember the time, the place and the hour of the People's Forum. Five dollars was taken up and a pail donated as a floral offering to Mrs. McQuay, who has been quite sick. The motto for the Forum is "Give the flowers to the living; you can not swell their fragrance when you have passed away." CAPPER ENGRAVING COMPANY Photo Engravers Designers CAPPER BUILDING TOPEKA In the World for for Pure, Wholesome Substitutes are always advertised acknowledging the superiority of lard used to insure good cooking or baking. O. K. Lard is made from select, K under federal inspection, rendered in packed in our patented, air-tight, odor. O. K. 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"Can't help it," touchscaled Lamma by way of explanation, "I know you don't like for little girls to be bad, but just ain't in Emma Hayes to be good. No sir, I try and try but I'm allus worse'n ever, sorry though." He added apologetically and by this time, fully dressed, went downstairs to make fires and assist in getting breakfast I hope you are amazed at Emma's indecision but well you as well acquainted with her is was Sister Agatha of the Catholic Home, you would accept all of her unaccountable troubles and faults as a matter of course. The fact is, Emma was a complete contradiction. She had the reputation of being the meanest, most inimitable child in the home and smaller children considered it the greatest condemnation if they were told "they would be bad as Emma directly." Then on the other hand she was never known to ever harm a worm that crossed her path. They all remembered the time when Joe Morgan, the cripple was riding down Ionean Hill on his tricycle and having become overbalanced, was dashing headlong down the steep incline, when Emma chanced by at the bottom of the hill, had without a thought of herself, springing in front of the unfortunate boy, breaking his fall and saving from endless misery his already wrecked life. Yes, they all remembered it, but not for long, for Emma's blunt, ungrateful actions more than served to obliterate all thoughts of previous service on credit. Why was she hateful? Why did she always wound her friends when she wished most to please them? These questions worried Emma constantly and many nights after the lights were out and every one else was asleep she would be awake, wondering, praying, bluntly searching for that light that shines in the heart and actions of men. Father Grosakdy of the adjourning chapel decided to take Emma in charge. He saw beneath the surface, he recognized in her the precious jewel though covered by dross and its lustre hidden. As cultivation will eventually produce from the thorny burt, the velvety petaled rose, so will conscientious training and loving methods bring noble characters, lutheto considered hopeless to the surface. Father Giesaldi had a great collection of flowers growing in ruptious profusion. They seemed to be fresh, unblemished creations from the hand of the Master, rivalling each other in beauty and fragrance. Among them Emma wandered daily, breathing in the wholesome atmosphere of love and purity. Her quick observation and enriched views kept the Priest always busy and puzzled for some new lesson to assist in the growth of wisdom. THE MUSIC OF THE MUSIC OF THE MUSIC VETERINARY PHYSICIAN. SURGION AND DENTIST 14 WARMONTON AVE. LORI STOOL. KANSAS Ph. 557 Hore. 1773 Cass Ave. of Day of Night Out 1000 Cols. a Specialty Consultation Membership in America Technical Society. 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Lodge Emblems and FUNERAL DESIGNS A SPECIALTY Photo Home Main 7555 Pt 1 Last 1795 KANSAS CITY, MO. through the 1st school of God she sparked for her life at the or draw down upon her mother or three she child at the age of 17, way, but to in love with her she the felt love to do the school picked her to do a good son, but an mor. A. It is a wise idea to have both the work and the play, so that the "Journals" head room." The day was cloudy and plungy, a sudden call predicted a coming storm. To the feeble child the flowers had never seemed so lovely. A pure white lily caught her eye. She plucked it and studied it carefully. It's modest purity, seemingly contented spirit touched her heart and lifting her tear filled eye to the darkening skies she murmured passionately. "O further, I know I am not pretty neither as fortunate as some, but I pray there, help me to be as good as pure, as kind as any of thy children." "The unmee sad heust of glory allured the orphan with scrophic splendor. The sun did I say? About it was more, the soul of Angels, the be a dition of an Al was God. APRILINE, KANSAS Mrs. S. Hoppton, Mrs. D. Simpson of Mrs. N. Burson are on the guest the work Mrs. M. Ganson Mr. A. B. Wh and Rev. P. Morrow attended the Smoke Hill District Board meeting at Lilworth monthly, and also M. A. Tyler. Rev. C. P. Morrow and Mr. A. P. White retired last Friday from the Board meeting at Lilworth and start a good session. A number of young people are on vacation at Lilworth. Dr W H and I M stairs near with Mrs. P Morrow last Friday Mrs Morrow continued a play on old follows had on Tuesday night the last was opened Pan looks which we will attend of was NORTH TOPICAL HUMS. The Parents and Teacher's association met at the McKay school on Friday evening of last week and a very large program was ordered and lectures were given by Mrs. McKnight and Roy Havers. After the course of business a cream and case were served to about forty guests. Mr. S. A. Brown 520 Hopkinson is numbered among the six. Mrs. S. Havers cannot return any hands out this recently after two weeks' visit with relatives. Mrs. Marquette Carter of Cotterwood Hall, sport the wristband with Mr. and Mrs. Howard Murphy. Mrs. Rena Blodson of W. Lauren is numbered among the sick. Mr. and Mrs. S. Haves of West Laurent street, are moving to Little Rock, Ark. We are sorry to use such excellent citizens. Miss Sadie Warfield is at the up and around after a few illness. PLEISBURG, KANSAS. The revival is still on at the Mt Hebron Baptist church and many souls have been added to the church Rev. Gee McNeal of Kansas city Kansas, has taken an charge of a meeting. He presented his first so mon Monday night to a very appre lative audience. He chose was "God's Vengeance" on Sunday." Mr. and Mrs. H. C. Loon received the sad news of the death of Mrs. Emma Smith, which occurred Wednesday night of last week at the home of her mother. Mrs. lost Smith, at Kansas City, Mo. Mr. P. Cole left last Saturday, the door that place to attend the funeral, what took place last Sunday. Rev. and Mrs. S. A. W. Harris went to Kansas City, Mo. last Wednesday evening to hear Dr. Booker I. Washington, who spoke at the Second B.p. first church. They reported a news enjoyable trip. The Church And Society of Me Hebron Baptist church met last week at the home of Mrs. J. D. Alexander About seventeen were present. The prayer services at this meeting were very impressive. At a late hour the hostess served a charity dinner. They adjourned to hold but meeting at the home of Mrs. J. D. Durham. After trying so hard in vain we succeeded on Jan 10th in calling a few men and women together and organizing an Agriculture Home Industry club. We are with some much at present and on Feb 6th the following officers were elected: W. A. Abnathya, president; Mr. F. Wilson, vice president; Mrs. B. Wilson, secretary; Mrs. Mary Benford treasurer; J. W. Worley, chair in May the local land office and factory at we have promised to follow above. We are get more than we need and humbly W. at the time of the death of the A. I. at the time of the civil war and last week at the R. I. at the time of the the day for the last week at the as "Woman" I was ably ill at the time of the Mrs. M. I. at the time of the AFTER TILL wonderful new dressing for kinky or curly hair. Its use makes stubborn, harsh hair softer, more pliable and glossy, easy to comb and put up in any style the length will permit. Write for testimonies telling how this remarkable remedy makes short, kinky hair grow long and wavy; best dressing on the market for dreadlock, itching of the scalp and falling out of the hair. Beware of mutations, get the genuine put up in stock and $100 large. Sold by Drug, goods or sent direct on receipt of price. The Hopewell Co. Dept. 11. Box 2787, Boston, Mass. Agents Wanted Everywhere to other. The next meeting be held at the home of Mrs. H. F. Gecker 405 West Fifth street. He service at Mt. Hebron on last Saturday. We will attended. The praise service at 5 o'clock Sunday morning proved to be quite a success. The pastor's theme Sunday morning was "Christ Died for the Unjust." At 7 o'clock theme was "The Gospel Railroad." Several persons came forward for prayer. We are making a great effort to save souls. Pray that the Lord of the harvest will send more laborers into the vineyard. (First Published in The Tepeha Plain- nschler March 6, 1914.) In the Probate Court of Shawnee County, Kansas. In the matter of the estate of Frances E. Buckner, deceased. NOTICE OF FINAL SETTLEMENT All creditors and all others interested in the aforesaid estate, are hereby notified that on the 6th day of April, 1914, said day being the first Monday of said month and the first day of the April, 1914 term, I shall apply to the Probate Court sitting at the Court House in the City of Tepeka, Shawnee County, Kansas, for a full and final settlement of said estate and or an order of the Court ordering and adjudging who are the heirs of Frances E. Buckner de- ROBERT J BUCKNER Administrator A. P. TONE WILSON, Jr. Lawyer. 297 West Fifth Street 900 . 1001 Topeka, Kara. A Mme. Beard's WONDERFUL HAIR GROWER It removes dandruff and stops itching of the scalp and takes out the knick and makes the hair grow long, soft and beautiful Send stamp for Pamphlet. 50¢ Per Box. Agents Wanted. MME. M. BEARD. 519 N. 16th St. N. JOSPHIL, MO. Home Phone 151 W. 1 COPPER WORK OF ALL KINDS. Gormets, Sky Lights, State Roofing, Furniture and Blow Pipe Work. 417 MINNESOTA AVE. KANSAS CITY. KANSAS. THOS. I. JOHNSON announces his candidacy for nomination as Judge of the Probate Court subject to the Republican primaries. PHIL. HUSSER announces his candidacy for the nomination of Sheriff subject to the Democratic primaries. MILTONVALE ENJOYS A RARE MUSICAL TREAT! Mrs. C. Myrlyn Hamilton Brown and Mr. A. Brown Render a Concert of Very High-class. M. and Mrs. H. Brown, of Milton- vale, Kansas, are the only colored people living in the town. Mr. Brown is employed by the railroad company, and when they first located there the white people arose against them, in a mass and objected to their settling in the town, but it was soon called off all the whites are now among the best friends they have anywhere Mr. and Mrs. Brown gave a rental at the opera house on March 2d, and pendared a fire program to a crowded house. This shows what members of the race can do if they go at it in the right spirit that honesty, industri- ity and enterprise will always we over the devil which only exists in a class of people in the Southland and from the Southland like Hoke Smith, Vardaman, Tullman and many others. The white people of Milton- val are intelligent and industrious, and as soon as they learn that the colored man stands for something, they put a check on their preference to such an extent as to give them a show to obtain a foot-hold in life. The following program was rendered by Mr. and Mrs. Brown at the Mutonsville opera house: Instrumental— Poet and Peasant—F V Sumpe. Sramp Angel (Serenade) Thompson. Mystic Dreams Waltz—Stackney. Fifth Nocturn—J. Leybach Op. 52. Faded Flowers—Lang. Ripples of Alabama—Lang. Flowers of Spring (New Flower Serg)-A. Kinball. Worship at Eve (Romance)-R. Richards. Cortalto Solo, "Ah! "Twas a Dream." Logan.—Mrs. Brown Vocal Duet, "If all My Dreams Were Made of Gold," Christie.—Mr. and Mrs. Brown. Tenor Solo, "Cavalry," Paul Rollney.—Mr. Brown. Vocal Duet, "Garland of Old Fashioned Roses," Keithoy (Obligato)—Mr. Brown. Vocal Solo, "Face to Face," Johnson.—Mr. Brown. "Il Trovatore," (Fantaise) G. Dorn Op. 29, No. 3—Mrs. C. Mylyn Hamilton Brown. Vocal Duet, "Dreams, E. F. Dusenberry, (Obligato)—Mr. Brown. Vocal Solo, "Last Night was the End of the World," Harry Von Tilzer.—Mr. Brown. Instrumental, "Ever True," (Original)—Mrs. Caddolia Mylyn Ham. Hamilton Brown. OLA. KANSAS. Misses Watson and Goode entertained at the home of Mrs. W. W. Fields, 203 South Crestnut street, in honor of their cousin's, Daniel Joseph Stewart's nineteenth birthday. The rooms were beautifully decorated white and pink carnations. The guest of honor was surprised when he entered the house. More than thirty guests enjoyed the hospitality of the hostesses, and to make a short story shatter, it was one of the most events of John's present social season and we are sorry that time and space prevents our giving the names of those who enjoyed the nice, large evening. It was a time of joy, music and conversation intermingled with games that delight. At a reasonable hour all departed for their several homes wishing that they would have the pleasure of being present at the 11th anniversary of the honored guests and that the same hostess would be acting in the same capacity. Mr. Flora Reed returned from Battlesville, Okla., after an extended visit with her sister, Mrs. Ada Godeny. Please see the agent and pay up your subscription or remit to this office. Mr. G. R. Richardson intends to display some common house plants and go into the poultry business. There's good money in it and we advise more of our race to follow in his footsteps. Mrs. R. L. Newman has been indoors—a bad cold. Mr. D. W. Herold has returned after a three weeks' vacation Rev. Wm. Driver of Leadmine, Mo. is conducting a series of readings here at the "White Volunteer church" in East Iola. Miss Henretta Esmond has been somewhat indisposed with a severe cold Mrs. S. H. Handley is slowly improving. She has been suffering from an attack of pneumonia. Mr. Lewis Grubbs has returned from Oklahoma City, Okla, where he has been for the past month. were visitors in the city in the city last Thursday, loading hogs that weighed 100 to 150 pounds, for Mr. Butler. Rev. Dr. J. W. Gordon left last Friday for Payett, Mo. Mr. Henry Henderson was in the city Friday on a brief business trip. Brooks Lans, G. N. of A. of the K. of P., made a trip to Chanute, Kansas last Wednesday, on business. Mr. Columbus Herold, of Kansas City, formerly of Oklahoma, is reported very low with pneumonia. M. G. H Herold, the father, left Saturday morning to bring his son home if health permits him to travel. At the Forum a musical program was rendered at the A. M. R. church last Sunday. This was a very pleasant type and enjoyed very much by all present. Mr. Harriman Carter of Ft. Scott, was a visitor in the city last week. Mr. Fred Daman, head window dresser at the Cross store, is ordered to Tuisa, Okl., to conduct and manage the window display there, in the Tuisa store. Mrs. H. P. Grubbs son, Mr. Geo Crawford and little grand son and daughter Henry and Emma, spent a few days visiting with their mother. The Devils Base Ball club won 27 and lost 1 games, instead of losing 25 games, as stated in this column in mother issue TWO MEN TO DIE MONDAY; WILL IF BE A "CIRCUS?" That's What Executions Heretofore Have Been—Sheriff Issues Passes By Wholesale Though Law Doesn't Allow It—Will Smallpox Keep People Away? Monday, Feb 24, at noon, a circus will be here. The farmers will come to town and a general jollification will take place. Sheriff Brandenburg will have charge and will keep open house. The crowds will be admitted to the "circus tent" early in the morning and will be permitted to visit the "animals" Judging by past performances given under Brandenburg's administration, a large crowd will attend. The above is a correct interpretation of a legal hanging in Dallas. The law prescribes the exact number of persons who shall be admitted to witness a hanging—15 Monday Jim Banks and Will Porter will hang. The Sheriff seems to care little about this law. It's probably good politics to be generous with passes to jail on hangman's day. It custom has gone on so long that it has gotten to be a regular habit with persons in Dallas-co to appeal for passes several weeks in advance. It is not unusual to hear persons on the streets bragging about how many harbings they have witnessed. Irandenburg is not the originator of this "open house" policy, but he has kept the record of other sheriffs. During the past few years a legal hanging has been more like a circus than anything else. The sheriff allows the jail to be filled to its capacity with spectators. At the last hanging, was so full that it was with difficulty that prisoners could be taken to the gallows. Several women were permitted to stand near the scaffold. Jeered at Prisoner. An example of how legal hangings have turned into "currences" in Dalit was the Ed Long nanking. Before 10 o'clock in the morning the jail was filled. The spectators jummed around Long's cell and preted through the bars until standing room was at a premium. Now and then some one would jeer at Long. While he was eating dinner they jeered him and told him that he was eating his last meal. Long protested once or twice, but it did no good. There's one thing that may stop the public hanging in the county jail Monday. Two cases of small pox have developed at the bastile this week. Few will want to take the chance of contracting the disease and the demand for passers is expected to be smaller. Dallas (Tex.) Post, A BARGAIN. PORTY ACRES of good sweet taste and watermelon land kite four miles from Teneka FOR SALE This land will produce from 150 t and bushels of potatoes per acre an from $7500 to $10000 worth of ma- per acre Address. THE PLAINDEALER TO TUSKEGEE'S PRINCIPAL. The poem which follows was written by Dean L. B. R. Briggs, of Harvard University, Cambridge; and read by him before the students of Radcliffe College, of which he is president, in introducing Principal Washington before an audience of Radcliffe College students a few days ago: Born of a race enslaved, despised, and taunted, Quick in the burning bush God's voice to know, Before the King, the prophet stood undaunted, "The Lord hath spoken; let my people go." In cloud and fire Jehovah moved before him; He stretched his hands above the water's bed, Through cleaving waves the God of Israel bore him, Where Pharaoh's mighty charlotte sank as land. Three thousand years a free-born nation morning Was black with gathering thunder clouds of woe; Once more unheeded rang the prophets warning; "The Lord hath spoken; let my people go." The God of Hosts our stubborn hearts confounded; He wrote the waters with avenging hard; High in the Heavens Jehovah, L' trumpet sounding; And the Red sea rolled wide across the land. On Here's still the bush of God is burning; Still in the smoke of flames his sign we know; Still cries the prophet from the mount retaining, "The Lord has spoken; let my people go." "My people bound in darkness and in terror, My people, childlike, truthful, patient, slow, Yearning for light, yet grouping long in error; Children of freedom, let my people go." Stretch forth thine hand, O prophet giant-hearted, Divide the waters of the rolling sea; Lead thow thine host amid the billows pasted, Till black shall stand with white, erect and free, L. B. R. Briggs, Cambridge, Massachusetts. SENTENCED TO PEN FOR 127 YEARS FRIDAY 13th. HE THINKS HES LUCKY. "Huh! Friday the 13th ain't no unlucky day for me. No, sir! 125 years ain't as long as a rope!" Kirby McKinley, Negro, pleaded guilty to complicity in the murder of a Mexican yesterday afternoon before Judge Crawford, and the jury gave him a life sentence—which is considered to be 100 years. In another case of highway robbery he pleaded guilty and was given 25 years. He laughed when taken back to the jail and made the above statement. "I got a chance now," he added; "If I had fought the case they should have put the rope 'bout my neck. Friday ain't unlucky, even when it is the 13th." McKinley asked for immediate sentence and will be taken to the penitentiary at once. He was arrested with Will Petway on a charge of killing a Mexican in December. Petway is to be tried soon and the state's attorney will insist that he be given the death penalty. Dallas (Tex.) News. The Bulkley Dry Goods Company, SALINA, KANSAS. EXTENDS to the Colored People Most Hearty Welcome to Come in and Visit this You'll Receive Courteous Treatment and Find Here Large Assortments of DRY GOODS, MILLINERY, READY TO WEAR GARMENTS, SHOPS AND ACCESSORIES. —Send Your Mail Orders to— The Bulkley Dry Goods Company. WE PAY POSTAGE. TO CORRESPONDENTS It would save much annoyance and guessing on the part of of compositors if our correspondents would not use such term as "yesterday," "today" or "tomorrow" in writing, but always give the date; and be sure not to write on but one side of the paper. TOPEKA PLAINDEALER Is the Race's Defender Lend Us Your Assistance and We'll Win the Victory. DR. W. ROGER RUSSELL. DENTIST All Work Guaranteed to Give Satisfaction. First Class Accommodations. Bed and Kid Baths. Fifth St. Hotel, Mrs J. W. PROWELL. Prop. Show Troupe A Specialty. Electric Light. (First Published in The Topeka Plain- dealer February 20, 1914.) Case No. 28700 SHERIFF'S SALE NOTICE—(Sale on Execution.) SHERIFF'S SALE. In the District Court of Shawnee County, State of Kansas. Kansas State Bank, Plantiff. C. I. Whitlow and H. A. Whitlow. Defendants. By virtue of an Execution issued to me, out of said District Court, in the above-entitled action, I will, on Tuesday, the 24th day of March, A. D., 1914, at 2.00 o'clock p. m., of said day, at the east front door of the Court House in the City of Topeka, in the County of Shawnee, in the State of Kansas, offer at public sale, and sell to the highest and best bidder, for cash in hand, all the following-described real estate, to wit: The south half of Lot 390 (N. ½), Lots 392, 394, 396, 398, 400, 402, 404, 406, 408, 410, 412, 414, 416, 418, 420 and 423 on Duane street in Washburn Plate Addition, lying and situate in the County of Shawnee in the State of Kansas. The above-described real estate is taken as the property of said defendants, and is directed by said execution to be sold, and will be sold without appraisement, to satisfy said execution. GARVER & GARVER, Attorneys. J. I. KIENE. Sheriff of Shawnee County, Kansas.